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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1915
Page
1
New York May 21 Alan J P Hawley president of Acta Glass Left America announces that governors plan to procure one hundred aeroplanes for the militia. The move aims to create a reserve of aviators and bolster national defense.
A partial text fragment discusses plans taking effect in Germany and references figures like 1912 USD. It mentions an entity in a vague context and suggests rising values or investments. The readable parts indicate a historical financial or policy topic without clear names or dates.
In Beattle Washington on May 7 a missing mine and nearby fishing craft are linked to a vanished crew. Naval officers confirm a suspected incident at Fort Werden near Puget Sound with a larger reward offered by authorities.
Delegates at a Lake Wo henk conference urged international law and a permanent international court and police force to supplant military power. Speakers pressed strengthening U S military and naval defenses while seeking avenues for arbitration and peace through a world court.
Tex May 2 reports General Francie Villa’s troops evacuated Monterey. Garza, the Carranza consul, confirms Saltillo’s capture by Carranza forces and notes Monterey may soon be occupied by Constitutionalist troops under Generals Luis Caballero and Emiliano Nafarrate advancing from the east and north.
P E Vivian of Philadelphia reports long stomach illness and indigestion improve after using Plant Juice. He claims immediate relief, better sleep, and appetite, saying he is entirely cured. Sold in San Antonio at Jat Fischer's Drug Store.
Bids for the Juvenile Home near Sowlibton were opened by county commissioners Friday morning. The awards cover building plumbing heating and shades for the Myra the Aged with multiple firms named and amounts shown including HAV Wright & Samlern 24481 and Mokena Construction Company 28850.4 plus alternate bids from Engle Plumbing and Hedting Company Licher Dros and others.
Washington May 22 The submarine F-4 lost in Tenchu harbor with 18 crew members was finally raised from the ocean bottom after nearly two months. Navy officials report no assurance the wreckage will not part the cables during ascent and wonder if the cause of loss can be determined after extensive submersion.
Wives and mothers praise Peruna for curing catarrh and kidney trouble after two years of suffering. Testimonials from Anna Linder of Meeker County Minnesota and Maggie Dithin of Little Rock Arkansas claim lasting relief following Peruna use, crediting the remedy for recovery and motherhood.
Testimonies from Pine tionan women across the country praise Perina as a household family remedy led by Pes Tuna. Veruva is touted as a superior cough and cold medicine also used as a popular remedy for general ailments.
Reported on a marked shift in Italian diplomacy as Italy mulls a possible ultimatum to Austria over Serbia and debt issues. Germany seeks to restrain Italian moves while Vienna relays a withdrawal of certain offers and a claim of breach of faith amid shifting alliance dynamics.
Paris reports a dispatch from Home stating an alliance note warns that the war may continue. It notes the Triple Alliance’s stance and suggests the Austrian-Hungarian treaty remains crucial to any future settlement. The note claims government doubts over rapid concessions and hints at a prolonged stalemate.
London dispatch reports from Rome that Premier Salmira secured signatures to suspend the diplomatic immunity of Austrian and German ambassadors to the Vatican, with actions to take effect tomorrow. The exchange telegraph notes the move as a pivotal step in evolving Vatican relations.
From Qereva via Paris dated May 21 a probable ultimatum from Tuy to Austria may come today and a declaration of war could follow before week’s end. Berlin dispatches note reports of the Tolign Chamber of Deputies meeting with a resolute calm as Italy’s peril grows.
In Washington and Pittsburgh reports suggest Italians in the United States would not be called back to the colony unless World War I with Austria continues. Italian officers and consul Joseph Nata indicate Italy’s home army could sustain a vigorous offensive, delaying forced reservist calls abroad.
Swiss authorities plan to represent Germany on the Lusitania sinking of May 7, arguing over the Washington note and possible Swiss war readiness. Swiss observers weigh Wilson note, with Swiss army strength cited. Prefix mentions Auston High Court proceedings and various court actions in Texas and Bowie. scattered docket items reflect a busy legal calendar with adjournments.
A damaged testimonial notes a minister named Rev. M. A. Hui from Texas claiming 30 years of forged service and describing severe kidney and bowel ailments. The piece promotes Vitalitas medicine as highly effective, cites personal recovery, and mentions Wagner Drug Store as a place to obtain the product.
Texas honey men plan to meet in San Antonio on May 24 and 15 with organizers Troy Fitney and Avery Try indicating attendance. The session focuses on industry topics and coordination of nickel-buse operations amid evolving market conditions.
An old public notice warns that soap damages hair and suggests using ordinary melted coconut oil instead. It promotes minimal lather and thorough rinsing to avoid dust, dirt, and dandruff, claiming hair becomes soft, fine, silky, and bright with coconut oil care.
Circulars issued across the state by William Haeusler secretary of the Auto Serving Association of San Antonio announce a convention to elect officers and decide the city for the next state gathering. Replies received indicate attendance will exceed earlier estimates.
A garbled Paris Paris-origin note outlines shifting Allied interests after a declared war. The text mentions Spain Italy and Germany, with references to a possible Spanish role and Teutray questions. The fragmentary report hints at postwar coalition realignments and preemptive actions affecting European powers.
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