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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1915

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St Patrick’s Day Parade in San Antonio Draws Big Irish Crowd

Massive St Mary's Church staged parade details show Grand Marshal John Geraghty leading mounted riders and a Hibernian procession through downtown San Antonio. Flags, banners, and a Daughters of Ireland contingent followed before services at St Mary's Church and a Grand Opera House concert featuring local choirs and ensembles.

Navarry Street Travis Park Gers San Antonia Pallor Ted Forlowadve Grand Marghet John T. Geraghty John Sennlor A. Bulitven John Sutility Wom Rane Ome St. Mary's Eannets O'Shaughnessy Avert O'Thhirn Bexar Order of Hibernian Iarse Jareen Siernian Aus Sinetus Mecowleey Barker J Quinn Malt Autianobile Ht Trion History Clan Bt Mury Trrockini Bexar County Ilvision Jorth Eulbernans Albert V. Huth Hounton Street Houston Street Flores Flores Street Miliary Plaza Alamo i Mona Alamo Plaga Wonaton Street St. Mary's Street Parage Hibernians Tee Daughters of Brin Ck Mary's Church J. BP Reypolds New York City San Antonio Father Nichols St. Ann's Catholic Church Jano Mt. Steintell Siamatle. Theological Seminary Laurel Heights O'Shaughnessy G RK O'Sha

Nearing a Centennial Wonder in Beaumont Medicine Craze

A garbled account reports widespread interest in a medicine called Vitri Mard sold by Werner's with claims of curing stomach issues. The text references a Mrs G.C. Bhevtun and a doctor near Andras, describing alleged benefits and long-term health impacts, amid consumer skepticism and fragmented attestations.

Yaa Medtelne G.C Wien Andras Heswnent Frondburgery Vitaitas Werner

Wilson Sends Thanks to Christian Endeavor Leaders

Mars March 17 Jas. Kteveren Francis E Clark founder of the Christian Endeavor movement released a letter from President Wilson replying to a request to awaken neutral powers toward joint efforts for lasting world peace. The President expresses thanks for the society’s expressions and good wishes.

Boston Mars Jas Kteveren E. Clark Christian Endeavor Movement L Etter Wilson Wessner Tome Ciara The Christian Redeaver

New Pharmacy Board Appointed by Governor Ferguson

The executive department announced the appointment by Governor Ferguson of the state board of pharmacy. Members named include W. H. Cousins of Wick county H. B. Shaman of Comal county John A. Weke of Runnels county LL Carkiaton of Young and AL W. Griffith of Teders county. The board was sent to the Senate for confirmation.

Austin Tex Bareh Ferguson State Board of Pharmacy W. H. Cousins Wickcounty H. B. Shaman Comal County John A. Weke Runnels County Carkiaton Young AL W. Griffith

Governor Ferguson Halted En Route to Austin

Governor Ferguson was halted at Beltay while heading from Dallas to Austin. News of the dangerous illness of Agnes mother Mrs. Fm. Wallace reached the scene, and Mrs. Iguson had already arrived to tend to the situation.

Temple Tex Austin Dallas Ferguson Ines Ofagnes Fm. Wallace Rome Beltay

Carranza says railway will be kept open

Reported statement from the Mexican leader emphasizes that vital rail lines will remain operational despite pressures. Foreign officers discuss support and coordination as insurgent forces respond.

Villa gives assurance on reparations amid Mexican conflict

Representative hero of General Villa, J. Llorente, conferred with Secretary Byyan on the killing of Fon B. McMenus, an African from Mexico City Zapate troops. He assured the secretary, citing a message from General Villa, that proper reparation would be made.

Aslisutos LD. C Maren 17 Entlave J. Llorente Villa Byyan Fon B. McMenus Africoa Mexico City Uy Zapate Tie Saaured Vila

General Carranza Orders Embargo Against Food Supply

In Agua Prieta on March 17 General Ejiss Calles Carranza reportedly received a fur order from Vere Crez to enforce a false embargo at the port, halting food deliveries to the state of Severs. The move allegedly cites exaggerated shortages and affects civilians including watertap children.

Bolglas Ariz Ejiss Calles Carranze Agua Prieta Vere Crez Severs Gerranza Mach Amaritan Watertap Stare Unten

Germans Sink Ship Dresden After Self-Destruction

Washington reports an official German dispatch stating the cruiser Dresden blew up in neutral Chilean waters after an attack by Chilean warships. British ships reportedly opened fire from 600 metres, but the Dresden's commander chose to save his crew and abandon ship.

Washington, D. C Count Bernatorf Dresden Chile Firesden Gerainy Legation Eastiago

Minister Shot and Suicide Stuns St. Agnes Church

Rev William Alvord Tucker rector of St Agnes Episcopal Church shoots and kills parishioner Harriet Belany then dies by his own hand. Suicide shock rocks the city as authorities report federal bond set at $2000 for a separate obscene literature shipment case involving Lucier.

Ami Vin William Alvord Tucker St. Agnes Episcopal Church Harriet Belany Lucier Yas

Well Known Lady Was Run Down

A signed statement from Macy J. Wiehie of Glenfield near Pittsburgh praises Plant Juice for curing stomach trouble, with claims of renewed energy and ability to work. The testimonial notes she lived in Gienticla, mentions Plant Juice selling in San Antonio at Fisher's Drug Store, and cites improvements after five bottles.

Dirs Macy J. Wiehie Killbucksleest Glenfield Pitteburx Parirs Richie Gienticla San Antonio Fisher'n Drug Store Beng. Intenduverd

Anti-Trust Ruling Clears Associated Press

The U S Attorney General issues a ruling upholding the Associated Press defense that its news distribution practices do not violate the anti trust laws. The decision notes that by keeping member access within a controlled system the AP can maintain competitiveness and prevent leakage to rival agencies while allowing members to obtain news as needed. Frank B Noyes AP president calls the ruling a result of careful DOJ scrutiny and a healthy outcome for AP members.

Ohleh Hevertiederm Ind Vocatex Associated Press Tollowas I Hord of Directors Shell Fim Avill Board of Directors Mie Associated! Press Aas Aviation Faroour Dirwelly iv Ibetr Son Printing Firexsetes Jem LW. Gregort Genersl Department of Justice Fa Scope

Hoffman House Reputed NY Hostel Sells for 3.5 Million

The Hoffman House, once patronized by Grover Cleveland, served as Democratic political headquarters and housed an art collection in its barroom. The property, originally purchased for 5000, has recently sold for 3.5 million, reflecting its worldwide note.

Grover Cleveland

Hoffman House and New York Hotels of Old

The article recalls the Hoffman House evolution and its rival hotels around Broadway, including shifts of patrons to Fifth Avenue and uptown, Grover Cleveland and other notable figures visiting. It notes the growth of the Astor House era fading with the subway.

Lewis Westerdes Broadway Mth Avenne Permina Butyl Millone Madison Aquate Garden Great White Way Albemarle Hoffman Base Hin Two Floftman Lis Sirez Halfman Loffman Tiih Avenue Pitch Avenue Amen Corner Qwee Gridiron Club Washington 13 Avenue Tnt É Act Stokes Hoffman Twenty-fourth Street Tinkor New York Wolfman House Newark Firs Avenue Hollmse Fifth Avenue Astor House Lower Broadway Post Office

Wilson Sells Cotton and Sends Proceeds to Charity

A fragmentary report indicates Wilson sold cotton and sent the proceeds to a charity in Oklahoma. The article mentions a buy-sell movement and political figures, with references to storage and a president, along with various scattered names and dates.

Washington Wilson Wales Apewell ObIn Conwy Paris Vox Sn Mee Gore Mwer

Advance Is Urged On Chicago Rail Rates

Interstate Commerce Commissioner W. M. Durnels urged the Chicago area to support higher freight and passenger rates to cover railroad losses. He argued the total proposed increase of 14 million dollars would allocate 175 thousand dollars to a proposed hay rate, while Missouri Pacific and Kansas City Southern officials provided corroborating testimony on the financial strain.

Chigagg Mare Nice Freien Rales Miasnurh Kanes Okman Nebi Chicagit Mike W. M. Durnels FR Bynum Asiatant Iratvic Chicago & Northwestern Camiediltye Tyman Heseh Genersl Mlesouri Kywd

Russia No Menace Tokyo Says Premier Okuma

In an Osaki interview Premier Count Okuma says Russia not a menace to Tokyo and notes ongoing negotiations with China. He claims Germany is stirring China against Japan but would fail. Okuma predicts if Russia seizes Constantinople it would end attempts to gain an Orient outlet and comments on improving US-Japan relations.

Tokio The Osaki? Ji Count Okuma China Germany Junen Russia Constantinople Orient United States Japan

Slush fund charges emerge in Terre Haute fraud trial

Indianapolis testimony in the Terre Haute election fraud case described contributions to a slush and defense fund. Democratic inspectors testified that Donn A. Roberts gathered them to raise the voting machine lever so ballots from certain Black voters and others deemed unfit would not register.

Indianapolis Ind Sping Sumblige House Terre Haute Donn Roberts

Women Golfers second round at country club postponed

In Bridgeport Conn local news reports the Lockwood ladies golf tournament at the Country Club proceeding into a third round with several matches decided. Winners included Miss Fonla McMillan over Jean Aubren, Mrs. Duane Ellieil over Mira Bennet Jr, and Mrs. Mace Stewart over FLW Maple.第三 round slated after postponed weather.

Secara Lockwood Fadies Chutes Glad Miss Fonla McMillan Igs Jean - Aubrer Duane Ellieil Mira J. M. Bennet, Jr Mace Stewart Flw Maple Ny Sushae FL BE. Yoobey Eleanor Raed Bliss Fanit Millan Trane

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