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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1915

Page

9

Mexico City Crisis Prompt U S and Britain Inquiries

Washington reports Bevan and Ambassador Ta Gume discuss threats to evacuate Mexico City amid food and monetary turmoil. Obregon’s decree prompts merchants to close shops. some foreigners affected. State Department reviews currency, relief aid, and port closures as rival Carranza factions maneuver.

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GUNBOAT INCIDENTS REPORTED NEAR PROGRESO MEXICO

Fragmented dispatches describe survivors from the gunboat Progreso after a February blaze off Progreso. Communications mention Austriar seizure, Morro Castle cargo, and a revolution context. Separate note claims General Gonzales sent forces toward Tampico to reinforce troops amid Villista movements near Monterrey.

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Weather Update Across Cities With Vague Figures

Regional weather notes show mixed temperatures and wind, with cloudy conditions and rain possible in several locales. Readings for St Louis Milwaukee St Paul Bangor and Washington indicate varying temperatures from mid teens to 70s with northerly and westerly winds and unsettled skies.

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Snowbound Regions Report Seventeen Inches Falls

Severe storm disrupts travel across Kansas City to Chicago, with seventeen inches of snow blanketing several states. Rail and road traffic hampered by telegraph and telephone outages, while Missouri Ozarks see rain and snow causing rising streams and washouts near Springfield and Joysin.

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Earthquake Shocks Tuscany Anew Amid Rumblings

A tremor lasting four seconds struck central Italy at 7 56 prompting panic in Tuscany and Emilia. No fatalities or major damage reported though fears of a volcanic origin arose from subterranean rumbles. In Pisa residents fled to the cathedral amid worries about the leaning tower after two shocks traveled north to south.

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Flour Sales Restricted by Authorities in Benlns Market

Authorities discover housewives hoarding flour during the week and stockpiling in a reserve stack. The report cites shortages and inspection actions as officials move to curb irregular buying practices amid widespread concern.

United States Declares Impartial Policy Under Wilson

President Wilson told Representative Sanath of Ilineia that the United States will maintain strict neutrality and impartiality in international affairs. The president expressed conviction that the world will eventually accept America’s neutral stance as proper.

Washington Dlc Wilson Sanath Ilineia

Mystery surrounds death of Miss Cook in New Haven

Miss Lilian May Cook, a Brookyn stenographer, was found dead in West Rock Park New Haven. Autopsy confirms suicide though authorities had searched for a week amid a tangle of names. Virgiluis J. Maye, head of the Mayor Radiator Co., linked to the Brookyn home, said he was through with the case after offering rewards for information.

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Seizure Report Says Daria Remains Seized in Brest

A formal report on the seizure of the United States steamer Daria, drawn by Chief Naval Commissioner Lemoine, was sent to the principal at Paris. The ship stays under temporary command of Ensign Dupentavic and the crew’s Havre departure was postponed awaiting further United States instructions.

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New York Mayor Sentenced to Five Years in Atlanta Opium Case

March reports Thomas Ryan, mayor of New York's Chinatown, jailed five years for manufacturing opium. He claims incompetence and alleges a rival Zong engineered the conviction with false evidence. He says he will appeal to President Wilson.

NEW Sork Thomas Ryan New York China Town Atlanta Zong Wileson

Bank of England invites tenders for 250 million exchequer bonds

In London on March 3 the Bank of England invited tenders for an issue of 250 million dollars in exchequer bonds payable in five years with two percent interest. Details were given in the official notice as the rearmost financial move of the day.

London Bank of England Today

Twelve Hurt in Cap Railroad Wreck Near San Antonio

Twelve persons were injured when a Cap Railroad derailed near San Antonio Thursday afternoon. Among the injured are Mrs Mary Payne and Roy Phillips, both from San Antonio. The derailment damaged overturned coaches, and victims were taken to the railway hospital at Cuero for treatment.

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FALSE ROUTES NOT GIVEN SAYS ATTACHE WASHINGTON

A translated dispatch from Berlin reports Commander Gherardi's supplementary investigation into the sinking of the American schooners Carib and Evelsn in the North Sea. It quotes authorities claiming both ships struck minefields after following routes directed by British officials, not mine-laden routes.

Washington Maret B Gherardi

Long Sheets or Short for Indiana Exposition Plans

A New York probe into hotel bed sizes and Indiana plans for the Panama Exposition participation faces examination. Legislation seeks Republican control of the commission amid Democratic majority, with a $701,000 appropriation and a potential shift to tighter seating and wider sheets. Women’s suffrage gains debate as the Senate adapts the measure.

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Auto Race at Pan-Pacific Exposition Spotlight

The event features top drivers contesting the speed ride amid the Pan-Pacific Exposition crowds. Maryn Th and Coho Maryn are among the favorites as cars surge along the course at the 12590 pom mark, drawing regional and national interest.

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German Submarines Reported Sunk By British Forces

An official British dispatch states that a German submarine was rammed and sent to the bottom by destroyers near Dare and Plymouth. The U-8 was described as possibly sunk with all hands after engagement by French and British forces. Eight ships reportedly related to the incident, with confirmations varying from Paris to London naval authorities.

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Question on jitneys and double indemnity insurance

A local insurance issue questions whether a jitney falls under common carrier status for double indemnity clauses in accident policies. Courts have ruled on summon carriers in several cases, but none on jitneys. insurers may challenge payouts if a policyholder is injured while riding a jitney and seeks double indemnity.

Two Freighters Sunk by Torpedoes in English Channel

The Morgen Post reports two freighters were destroyed by torpedoes in the English Channel. The American ship Gulfight captain, who arrived at Weser with cargo, said fire ships were attacker by a mule. One freighter carried fire, the other coal. The Morgen Post claims he navigated minefields by Gerindawdead daily guidance.

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Western lines a tangled protest over rates and credit

St. Louis banker Felton testifies that constant railroad stock declines and criticized Western lines threaten returns. He and witnesses argue that even if rate hikes pass, revenue may still be insufficient. experts connect depreciation in rail stocks to wider economic strains, with war blamed by some and others noting degraded railroad credit hurting the nation.

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Russian Fleet Moves Toward the Bosphorus

Russian naval forces head toward the Bosphorus in a reported deployment. Dispatches describe their approach from the Black Sea region, with vessels visible offshore near Adrianople and Constantinople.

Spain Faces Severe War Strain Amid Food Shortages

The article describes Spain’s wartime pinch with shortages of bread and meat as government measures fail to curb rising hunger. Industrial setbacks from the war worsen costs, sparking unrest among workers. at Madrid the crowd storms markets and police guard shops to prevent violence.

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River Flood Warnings Across Arkansas and Nearby Areas

The Arkansas River is above flood stage at several sites including Dardenelle and Little Rock with levels near 25 feet expected by Sunday. The White River is rising past Newport and Georgetown with further rises forecast at Clarendon. Residents warned of land danger as waterways threaten towns and roads.

Dardenelle Art Little Rock Pine Bluff White River Newport Georgetown Clarendon

War fronts and campaigns dominate Allied posts

Dispatches describe Allied and German maneuvers across Europe and the Middle East. News cites artillery actions near the Dardanelles, setbacks and counterattacks near Arras, and Turkish defences reported by Enver Pasha. A South African rebellion claim and trade effects in Bremen are noted amid broader war coverage.

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Germans Saf Attack on FAM Beru lik March 3

War office report outlines Western theater actions near Ypres and Le Caud, with French forces repulsed on multiple fronts. It notes French counterattacks north of Le Mans and east of the Meuse failed, while Russian cells report continued pressure and heavy losses. The dispatch mixes battlefield claims with unclear wording and probable OCR errors.

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