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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1915
Page
1
A man named WM Shipman, noted as a drug dealer, confesses to taking money and using Vita1itus in an attempt to lose weight. He details purchasing a liquid from a drugstore, consuming pills, and weighing himself against his wife to gauge effect. The narrative promotes Vitalitus as a cure and urges readers to buy from druggists.
Dispatch from Cetinje reports Austrian warships bombarded the Montenegrin port of Antivari. They destroyed valuables, sank a royal yacht, and damaged civilian property as heavy snow hampered defenses along the Adriatic coast. The report notes Russians pushing to regain positions despite flooding and snow, with Montenegrin authorities in London confirming continued bombardments.
March 1 dispatch reports nine ships at Dardanelles forts after yesterday’s attack. Six British and three French battleships moved within close range near Chanak Bales, with allied troops at Hum Waleh on the Asiatic shore, while Turkish defenses respond.
The scattered telex on Besika Island near the straits entrance has been demolished. Mentions allied vigilance, German actions, and urging measures to control re exports from Italy amid wartime disruptions.
London papers report Britain considers firm blockade measures if needed as Germany argues over wartime seas. The United States signature protests are anticipated, while Holland and Scandinavian states are seen awaiting Britain’s next moves. England weighs an American response and details of a potential German coast blockade.
Knowns ville, Tex March reports a Constitutionalist victory outside Monterey after two engagements with Villistas. The first battle at Ganefe a Hualter saw a city previously captured by Constitutionalist forces, while a second clash at Cadroyia and San Hafiel pushed Villistas back. Villista strength is diminished as reinforcements are hard to obtain. General Cosio Robeto’s brigade aided by General Paul Madero forced retreat, leaving Monterrey with limited troops and uncertain defense.
A report notes Eulalia Gutierrez being offered surrender for the third time, with the proposal now under consideration. Reactionary forces faced detachment as events unfold near Herekchaken Cunlpeche and involve Pablo Gonzaten.
Advices report Villa forces retreated from Frooterag after four hours of fierce fighting. The Villa line left behind eight machine guns and ammunition, with a supply train captured. Villa troops fled south while pursuing U.S. cavalry forced their retreat.
Saturday reports show Senate committees favor a substitute plan creating locating committees led by the governor lieutenant governor and attorney general to select sites and set timetables for three proposed normal schools. Debate touched on funds for a ground fund and a city park project tied to a private association with plans to raise remaining funds by Saturday.
Gustave Ador of Geneva, president of the International Red Cross, reports that Pope Benedict sent a congratulatory message praising the Red Cross for its grant and humane Christian work since the war began. Ador shared that he resisted the pope’s thanks with humility.
A local appeals to health with Plant Juice sold at Fischer’s Drug Store in San Antonio. Mrs. Berlin Hartman of 1820 Larkins Alley, South Side, credits the tonic with easing her nerves and fatigue after years of illness. Her husband, a steel mill worker, says both benefited, amid testimonies from other workers about improved well being and restored appetite.
In Oakville Texas Federico Sanchez was hanged for the murder of jailer Larry Hinton after a court trial and his confession. He asked for forgiveness from Hinton’s relatives before execution and died fourteen minutes after the trap fell. The investigation tied in a second Mexican inmate, Gonzales, who faced the death penalty. Governor Ferguson declined clemency.
In Rome General Zuppelli, war minister, urged recall of reserve officers in the chamber. He said 7000 officers have been summoned this month and volunteers respond to the call as defense needs rise. Premier Salandra presented a bill to curb leakage of military information with penalties up to 30 months imprisonment and fines. The bill also lets the government seize control of defense industries, including wireless and aviation, under certain conditions. Trial of Mrs. Angel in Bridgeport opens today over Waldo Bellou’s death. Livkin returns from Cincinnati after attending a national association meeting. board will report at a later session.
Rubiola weighs a bid or independent run amid Brown faction push and business backing while Garland gains traction with supporters who doubt the Brown ticket. Municipal League leaders eye a bold move by challenging Brown and courting an early candidate, potentially shifting the May convention dynamics.
An odd medical pitch warns readers about sickness and constipation. It touts Cascarets as a remedy, claim quick relief for head throbs bad tastes eyes yellow skin and stomach issues, and urges gentle cleansing of liver and bowels with a supposed method from a distant healer.
Maud Powell, famed American pianist, reminisces on San Antonio visits to rest between engagements at the St Anthony Hotel. She recalls losing a purse with keys, a prized violin once left at the Menger, and a muddy auto ride that delayed a concert. Powell insists she adores the city and its hopeful air, despite recurring odd misfortunes during stays. Her husband H Godfrey Turner accompanies her as they set off to visit loyal locals.
Sermon theme announced to unite San Antonio Protestant churches on March 7 under the Go-to-Church Sunday drive. Rev Gar field Johnson and Rev cim son urge mass attendance with canvassing, posters, and newspaper ads. Notable pastors include Riley Neal Berton Gallasher Le Wulff and Johnson coordinating arrangements.
Burglars broke into A Govers grocery at South Leona and San Fernando on Tuesday night or Wednesday, stealing about $234 in cash and change from the safe and loading a wagon with provisions valued around $30. The theft was found at 6 a m Wednesday when the proprietor opened the store, with signs the intruders were familiar, having used a side-door key and knew the safe combination. Amounts and items listed are inconsistently recorded in the damaged text.
Obituary notices for Anna M. Yonzs Jonas a San Antonio resident long-time native of Germany dies at home. Funeral at 3 30 Thursday from residence with interment in Odd Fellows cemetery. Also C. Coker aged 42 native of Bexar County dies at home near San Antonio with 4 pm funeral from home and cemetery burial. Burdick body sent to Hollis Oklahoma for funeral services after sudden heart illness.
A county court jury heard the eminent domain case filed by the city to seize about thirty feet of frontage owned by Sam and Fei Dalkorecruit of Military Place. The hearing began Wednesday morning and is expected to continue through the week. Witnesses valued the property at 1500 to 1600 dollars per front foot, while the prior appraisal placed the award near 426,000 dollars and an appeal was noted.
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