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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1915
Page
1
The text outlines conflicting vitality theories and recommends simple rules for eating and drinking. It notes speculative claims about vitality supplements, regional cultivation, and corporate ownership in the American and Mexican contexts. Reports cover political tensions in Mexico, occupation rumors, and international responses including a British warning to stay away.
Dispatch from Mazatlan to the State Department describes Yaqui Valley trouble near Mochis and Guaymas. General Leyva warns foreign settlements need guard protection as Mexico fears Yaqui uprisings and reports of brutal killings and mutilations.
A fragmented report describes police drills and equipment tests with emphasis on stiffness of joints and bodily endurance. Observations note a crowd of young applicants, a string between standards, and a rolling, awkward trainee who adapts to the mock exercise as gear remains staged for future practice.
An adjutant general notice says the Texas National Guard squadrons of cavalry and Dallas machine gun company will join the regular army at joint maneuvers in Leon Springs starting July 6. Troops B Aiva illo, D Corsicana, and A Houston will participate with 40 to 60 men per unit and return to their home stations by July 4.
Reports from Paris dated June 22 describe ongoing gallantry on the Gallipoli peninsula with persistent trench warfare and frequent counterattacks. Allied and Turkish forces exchanged heavy blows amid four mile distant trenches near the southern extremity of the peninsula. A broader plan to strike at the Straits of Jerusalem was noted but details remained limited.
Reported dispatches describe ongoing combat on the Tyral Trans front with Austrians renewing attacks on Monte Nero and Pluvu sectors. Night assaults by both sides followed by cautious advances and limited gains amid heavy artillery and counterfire.
Geneva reports Italians moving twelve miles north of Gorizia as Austrian forces retreat south of Pha while two forts and several trenches fall to Italian forces. Heavy artillery shifts noted near the Iuonze front with Italians bringing up heavy guns from the eastern front. A council of war held at Lalbech on the 18th, Archduke Eugene expected to arrive on the Gorizia Trieste front amid Titan operations. A snowstorm near Monte Altissinia hampers operations.
Governor Ferguson ordered a halt to one million dollars in state supply contracts to allow an investigation into “home made” goods. Labor Commissioner Woodman led the meeting with speakers including Mayor Tyri and Louis J. Wortham. Manufacturers from many cities showcased locally produced goods as a street parade is planned for tomorrow night with local factories to be represented.
An advertiser urges price and reach estimates for a promotional stunt on a busy block between Burn's Drug Store and Kylteyer's Drugs Store. The message claims 25000 pedestrians between 8 AM and 9 AM will see the ad every three minutes, urging the Maverick Hotel contact for rates.
Dr Willard Hedman of Philadelphia installed as president of the sixty sixth annual meeting of the American Medical Association in San Francisco. He warns of unfit surgeons and fee splitting while praising the new American College of Surgeons and urging strict standards for education and credentialing amid debates on secondary schooling and medical curriculum reforms.
Fragmentary ad touts a summer cure for bronchial inflammation and persistent cough. It mentions Woney and Tar Compan products and soothing relief, with unclear references to a machine and accessible remedies sold by A. B. Wschet.
In Petrograd on June 22 a formal announcement stated that Russia will dispatch a large steamer and selling vessels to operate for the Turks in the Black Sea between Berezan and Kefken Island, about 60 miles west of the Bosphorus region.
George C Norris Craddock known as Norris, found dead after an electrical job in an attic at West Commerce Street. Verdict of Coroner Ben Fisk states death by electric shock. Norris died after entering the attic to install wires. his body showed severe injuries and the body was taken to Ziniley undertaking parlors.
Deceased, known as Norris, adopted by Mrs Mary Elizabeth Norris of San Antonio, survived by mother Mrs Mary Elizabeth Craddock of Rockport and foster-mother Mr Novela. Funeral Wednesday at 10 under Woodmen of the World, of which he was a member.
Robert Belzen, 12, a business college student, was struck by an automobile about seven o clock Monday night at Nugatco and Mario streets. He suffered a fractured skull and was taken to his parents’ home, then to Santa Rose infirmary. doctors reported he rested well Tuesday noon with good recovery chances.
A reader notes some people travel to health resorts to rid the body of impurities linked to rheumatism and other pains. For those unable to go, Foley Kidney Pills are promoted to restore kidney health and vitality, sold locally.
At the Gunter Hotel Tuesday the Automobile Club discussed pressing the city to repair and treat the North Loop. Fred Johnston presided as plans to stabilize finances were outlined and voluntary dues efforts reported. A supper at the clubhouse Friday and a Casino Club visit Saturday were planned along with other entertainments to boost member interest.
A high service pumping plant caused a major water main break on River Avenue Brackenridge. The force tore through the new pavement preventing passage and disrupted local traffic temporarily as crews worked to control the flood and restore service.
A San Antonio Rotary and joint committee agreed to join with existing plans for a Fourth of July observance. The special committee met Tuesday to consider a program and urged cooperation with the joint committee already organizing the celebration to arouse patriotic interest.
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