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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1915

Page

7

Milk distribution to begin Tuesday in San Antonio

The Light reports plans to start milk distribution Tuesday for babies in poorer districts. Donations from local firms and individuals fund the relief, with San Antonio Gas Company and a brewing firm aiding distribution and storage. Subscriptions total about $2000, enough to run one station through summer, with added needs for equipment, beds, and a dedicated baby ward at the Free Clinic.

Srey Lime Agaudatta Srn Antonio San Antente Gas Cerpany Mrg J Annie Jones Express Howe Woman’s Club Woth Free Clinic Perry J. Lewis San Antonio

De Palma Wins Great Auto Race At Indianapolis

Report on the Indianapolis auto race notes De Palma as winner with average speeds near 90 mph. Resta, Andersen, and Cooper follow in close order as the field contends for lead and honors. Protests arise over zigzagging, while multiple incidents, cautions, and car retirements shape the event.

DE Palma Indianapolis Bressing Securits Andersen Ant de Palaia de Paulina Dillesi Resta Anderson Karl Cooper Corporats Wile Jeux von Malte Borman Rubeneham Carlson Lins le Patna Dudigen Aa Tabny Alben Arderson Aitken Har Cooper Parporate Wilcox Burman Louly Chevrolet Paunda Ralph Mullard van Reals

British steamers Dinan and Dixiana torpedoed near Ushant

May 81 report from Savannah says British steamers Dinan and Dixiana were torpedoed off Ushant while en route from Savannah to Wales and to Mayre and Port Talbot respectively. The crews were saved, and German submarine action was confirmed by agents of the Dixiana Steamship Company.

Ushant France Georgia Havre London Tiina Savannah Swensea, Wale Distane Sersnnah Distana Brunswick Mavre Port Talbot Dixiana Steamship Company

Lassen Opens New Vent Amid Eruption Reports

Lassen activity continues as a new vent forms on the north rim, with heavy eruptions redeploying from Last and Hat Creek valleys. The summit stands around 206 feet high, and observers report rocks propelled high into the air amid forceful outbursts.

Redding Hat Creek

Allies Fill Gaps In Line At Seddin Bahr Memorial

An official war office statement reports Allied forces at Seddin Bahr engaging gaps and bombarding enemy positions as veterans from the Grand Army take part in a Memorial Wax Facade event. Lines of march were shortened and ceremonies held at Grant's tomb with solages and July monument observances.

Grand Army Grant Tom

Final Effort to Save Frank Under Way at Hearing

Atlanta May 31 a letter by the late Judge L Roan surfaced at the hearing on Frank's commutation request. The letter urged clemency and noted that the governor and state prison commission should review the record before any sentence reduction. Testimony included Frank's wife Mary Phagan's statements and new evidence about the factory killings, with the court delaying verdicts pending further review.

Atlanta L. Roan Wil Keo Sy. Vrank Franky Franks Hare Vetter Naberi Arswold Tranks Tranks Principal Anvaver At His Trial. Judge Loan Died In New York Frank Walter Prin Commission Ureceviewlik Court Branke Tronshler Masistrate Hertath Howard Sid hMrn Mary Phagan Piri

Torpedoing of Gulfflight MistakeWashington May Report

An error in reporting the Gulfflight torpedoing is noted as Ambassador Germra and Berlin officials confirm the American steamer Gulfflight was torpedoed with no warning. A German submarine minder states he failed to spot the Gulfflight’s flag and attacked a British vessel instead.

Washington. D Germra Et Beriln Tuaha Leon C. Thresher Palutn

Heavy fighting on Gallipoli reported

London reports heavy fighting on Gallipoli with Turkish forces routed in ongoing action. Official statements cite at least 2000 casualties and significant British losses amid the clash.

Gallipoli London Pentiala

Toddler Killed by Streetcar Near Alanda Creek

A three prairie OS child named Lilian Mirah, age unknown, was fatally struck by a streetcar on Monday morning near Alanda Creek after wandering into the road. Motorman and witnesses testified the child stepped into the path as a streetcar bound for Vine stopped to pick up passengers. The body was taken to the Tudwig Undertaking parlors and later to her home.

Lilian Mirah Iltrach Alanda Creek Nao Alezin Street Trang Alitchell Lin Abe of Thee Bridge Tudwig Perlors

French Take Prisoners at Labyrinth Battle Near Touville

Paris May 31 The French war office reported no major changes during May 30 night except a break in the line at Notre Dame de Lorette to a German assault. Prisoners taken yesterday at Labyrinth southeast of Touville St Vaast totaled 150, including four officers.

Paris Caduy Uhiy Ceak Notre Dame de Lorette Esterday Labyrith Touville St. Vaast

Crown Prince Humbert Tours Bersugiert Barracks

Crown Prince Humbert aged eleven visits the Bersugiert barracks and asks many questions about military affairs. He leaves to a cheering crowd, during a Paris dispatch dated May 10.

Ome Paris Humbert Aleven Ueed Bersugiert

Germany and American neutrality in note replies

The message surveys German and Allied responses to the May 18 note on neutral rights and noncombatant safety. It cites perspectives from the New York Times Herald Tribune World Press and others, noting American calls for restraint and clear understanding while Germany’s reply is deemed unsatisfactory to many readers. The piece reflects ongoing tensions as U.S. President Wilson seeks peace and the public debates whether Germany will curb submarine warfare and protect neutral ships.

New York Times Wilson Berlin New York Herald Germany United States Teder New York World Asus Kansas Germeyy America Feceda Navy Lst New York Beriln Ctrpitz Reichi Lausitania

Germany Answers US Note on Lusitania Sinking

Germany states its position on the Lusitania disaster, arguing misperceptions at stake. It claims arms aboard the ship and British pressure altered actions, urges a joint factfinding with the United States, and seeks a negotiated understanding to avert further incidents.

Heat claims several at UC commencement exercises

Overcome by heat at the University of California commencement. Students and attendees, including women, were carried from the open air auditorium and taken to hospitals. Many recovered after treatment as officials urged caution at outdoor events in May heat.

Phraklet Cal Sisty Gir] Stunems Ser Tranche Nornmt Tomastrom Efferte University of California

President Wilson Delays Mexican Statement Amid Lusitania Crisis

In a holiday calm Washington news, President Wilson weighs Mexico policy against German submarine warfare after the Lusitania sinking. Officials note the German note language differs in wording and could affect U.S. actions, with cabinet discussions planned and a possible second Berlin dispatch expected within 24 to 48 hours.

Washington Wilson Ing Maexico Berlin Bian Cesyicel Germany Colay Sulitude Lusitania Hia Miquor Arlington Cerecery Syiesk Bryan Travak Luwarrow

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