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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1922
Page
15
Chinese war updates report General Wu Chang's forces advancing with 50,000 troops enfilading central troops and forcing a retreat toward Tientsin. Casualties mount as the capital remains under military guard, with about 7,000 killed or wounded and total deaths rising to twelve.
Rev W S Hobart, dean of Theological seminary of Peking, explains the China struggle between General Chang Pao Lin and General Wu Pei Fu as resistance to Japanese influence. He notes Wu led the overthrow of the Anfu party funded by Japan, and says Anfu, aided by Chang, seeks power again. He expresses sympathy with Wu and the Chinese people. The speaker asserts Wu has the better trained army and that China resists Japan.
Reported by Associated Press dateline May 5 Beijing siege intensifies after 16 hours of artillery and infantry. Chang Tso-Lin's troops advance toward Tianjin while Wu Peifu's forces retreat beyond city gates. Casualties projected between 5600 and 7000 with looting and disruption near Peking and surrounding rail routes amid continued fighting.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a deadly tornado event near Agello with multiple fatalities including a mother and others. The text references police involvement, names, and scattered details about the aftermath and victims.
Dr H P Hill resigns as superintendent of Robert Ai Green Memorial Hospital after five years of service. He will remain on the regular staff of physicians and assist with hospital operations. The board appointed Hix private practice successor to oversee hospital affairs during transition.
A scrambled OCR weather brief references warmer conditions and scattered showers across various areas. Mentions Austin and Wharton with river levels and high temperatures, but many terms are garbled, leaving unclear locations and exact timings. The overall tone suggests a cautious forecast of mild warmth and intermittent rain.
Philadelphia district reports that Mayor of Nampian Maorehy sent notes to Secretary of State Mughossaul regarding a parade and the display of a Mexican flag near Independence Hall. The city had previously forbidden any flag other than the American over the hall, and officials warn of official consequences for any breach. The mayor, aided by attending Mesienn activists and the wife of President Obregon, sought to ease tensions during the event.
A confusing report describes oil pollution harming fish and coastal waters near multiple ports. The document calls for a presidential conference with alert warnings about oil spills and impacts on beaches, docks, and shellfish.
Reports from Austin Texas dated May 5 describe a deadly tornado sequence that left twelve dead, including a Porter Arthur student named Andrew McGrory, and an eight year old girl. The Woodward Manufacturing plant suffered a $300,000 loss and St Edwards College about $200,000 as dormitory and gymnasium were wrecked. Over 5 injured and extensive property damage in the Austin region, with numerous collapses and evacuations.
Reported flooding leaves Wharton Texas submerged with streets, courthouses, and merchants forced to evacuate. Officials warn of continuing high waters while residents seek higher ground and assess damage to homes and businesses.
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