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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1915

Page

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Allied fleet bombardment reported near Greece and Asia Minor

An allied fleet re entered Greek territories and bombarded forts at Kil Bates Chan a inter war zones. The bombardment paused at 12 o clock then resumed three hours later as Turkish reinforcements arrived. Heavy losses and continuing fighting were reported amid shifting lines and warnings.

Athens Ue Wai Fiueles Kii¢ Bates Chana Inlerst Negara O'Vlack Wren Renenes

Vitalitus hailed as world changing product says interview

An interview with John S. Akin of the Viratemedies Company in Tulurison Texas promotes Vitalitus as a remarkable earth product. He says testimonials from diverse workers, merchants, wives and readers praise its vigor and health benefits, urging households to obtain Vitalitus at Wagner’s Dorit Store.

Vitalitus Unl Jiohn S. Akin General Sooner Vire Temedies Company Tluusrin Texas Wires Monte Neeple Vitahitax Turner Mechanics Wagner Drngelste

Allies report success from the Dardanelles

Allied dispatch claims breakthrough near Souchez and Neuville after heavy fighting. Forces reported capture of prisoners including officers and a village position, with gains along the highway from Neuville to Givenchy and continued trench warfare in the Le Pretre forest.

Nulee Dame de Lorette Notre Dame Oy Lorette Carener Sn Thia Pnd Barathia Vausseurs II No. 128 Germany Gopumandant Chasseurs Souchez AL Nuuville Neuville Givenchy Notthern Northard Park le Pretre

Note on Lusitania En Route 10 Berl ia

The United States cites German wartime acts alarming neutral navigation and demands strict accountability. It asserts indefensible violations of international law, seeks reparation and guarantees to protect noncombatants, and warns Germany to cease attacks on merchant ships. The note stresses American resolve and diplomatic persistence.

United States British Isles Leon C. Thresher Cushing Germany Humanity Lusitania Vonrae Coith

Notenbur Hood Attack Brushed Aside by German Front

Fragmentary report recounts a heavy bombardment and a German counterattack on a broad front. It notes Austrian and German forces assembling, a limited Allied response, and German reserves reoccupying positions while claiming strategic reverses for the enemy. The piece emphasizes stout defenses and growing Allied relief supplies.

Notenburhood Krosne Xeven Blyishine

State of siege proclaimed in Austrian territories

Tangled dispatch from Udine reports a state of siege proclaimed across Austrian lands under government control, police and military. Italians fleeing into Italy total about 120,000 with 40,000 in Trieste. Austrian troops mass at Trieste, Goritz, and Gradisca with forts and mined bridges along the frontier.

Udine Itvis Italy Agendy Andi Austria Trention Trieste Qgoritz Gradisen Tels Trallap Pontebba Yice Tronya

Woodmen Plan 10 Picnic at Boerne Tex

The Woodmen of the World in San Antonio plan a picnic at Boerne Texas to celebrate the fourth anniversary of the order. Two special trains will carry members, one at 9 a.m. and another at 2 p.m. on Saturday. The event includes talks, athletic contests, races, prizes, music, and swimming. Governor Ferguson may attend as chief speaker.

San Antonio Boerne Tex Aransas Pass Woolman of the World Order Boerne Falr Ferguson Hwil San Anstanta

German Capital in Africa Taken

London reports a public dispatch stating that capital of German Southwest Africa, Windhoek region, was captured by Union of South Africa forces under General Botha with little resistance. Keetmanshoop, a key town, fell earlier giving control of routes to Windhoek. Capetown announced occupation of Karibib after a long forced march. several towns now under Allied control.

London Cane Town Steuter Pelegram Company Srs Whathock German Southwest Africat Yeutertay Union of South Africa Uniitr Botha Siemamal Botha Bilbeay Lalmeil Bydia Africa South Africa Keet Mashkop German Southwest Africa Vable Tyl

Caldwell County Sheriff 15 Shot at Train Depot

The Caldwell County sheriff Franke was shot near a railway platform between Say depot and the town, shortly after 2 in the morning while returning from a moving picture show. He died from buckshot to the head and neck. two shots were fired three parts apart. one lodged near a telegraph pole. The shooter is unknown. bloodhounds unavailable. Franke had served the county for many years and leaves a wife and an 18-year-old child. Institutions involved include the San Antonio and Panola Railway Company.

Bex Mey Prauvka Sherif Caldwell Coun Uw Sap Antonia & Avanaus Pana Stailway Company Franke

Burial set for Minshtor Ife as county honors late sheriff

The Commissioners Court approved a reward of 3000 for help in solving a murder case. Sheriff Minshtor Ife, once famed for public trust, was mourned as a popular lawman. State sheriffs offered aid to speed arrests and ensure safety.

Ife W. A. Wynod Masonte Lydees

Obituary notices for Felan and McClure families

Obituary notices report the death of Fran Octavigno Felan, 20, San Antonio native, with connections to Woodman of the World and Amigo del Puerta lodges. body sent to San Marcus by Shelles-Loring Undertaking Co. A second obituary notes the death of Miss Elule Etoo Cure, 28, of San Antonio from pneumonia in El Paso. services held at home and St Gerard's Church with burial at St Mary's Cemetery. Survivors listed include parents Mr. and Mrs. J. T. McClure, sister Mrs. Bertha Tevew of Fort Worth, and a brother Lis J. McClure in New York. undertakers Eliquey-Tering and Pearce-Nevinson referenced.

Fran — Octavigno Felan San Antonio Anders Evaristo Felan Ned Woodmany of the World Amigo del Puerta Lodges San Aarcéy Tex San Marcus Shelles-Loring Undertaking Comespany Elule Etoo Cure San Antonia el Paso Zisik Lonver Boulevard St Gerard's Church Father H. Schutten

Barnes Takes Stand in RYA Case at Albany

In New York on May 7, Barnes testified before the Supreme Court regarding party maneuvers within the state committee. He claimed he was not the central figure in party fealty amid petitions returning to the Chamber of Commerce. About half of city schools sent petitions urging the Liberty Bell route through San Antonio after the San Francisco exhibit. Carrington, secretary of the Chamber, said signatures totaled 10,000 or more.

N.Y Supreme Court Theo Ioro Hnoxtwalt Barnes Atate Vena Poand

Lecture on South America by W F Griewe at Main Ave High

Professor W F Griewe spoke to the Spanien Club at Main Avenue High School on Wednesday, detailing South American manners and classes, from aboriginal peoples to Spaniard rule, describing three historical eras and his own authority on the subject. He gifted three copies of his book on South America.

Profesor W. F. Griewe Adl South America Chile Spanien Club Main Avenue High Schoo Mr. Grivwe South Americ Mule Ls Americas New World Grieve America Wurury

Invitation to a military band concert at St Anthony hotel

Staff invited to a formal banquet honoring Major General Frederic Tanston. The event, described as the largest military command gathering in the United States, will feature a concert at the St Anthony hotel. Attendee limit set at 100, with prior confirmations noted.

Sin Antonio Fredariele Tanston United States St. Anthony Henry

Mexican starved coast tragedy reported in mobile dispatch

A Mobile May 13 report from the Northwestern summarizes dire conditions along the Mexican coast. It quotes Charles Whesberg and others noting starving residents and urgent need as steamers reach port with several hundred people perishing or near death.

Child Rescued From Creek Near Waxahachie

A three year old child of J. Armstrent wandered from home yesterday and fell into Waxahachie Creek. The infant clung to tree roots above the water for several hours before rescue.

Waxahachie Tex J. 3 Waxahachiev

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