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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1915

Page

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Katy to aul ramt train from north cuts time eight hours

Katy plans a sunlit deluxe train, the Sunshine Special, from St Louis to San Antonio cutting travel time by about eight hours for a tourist season. John B. Carrington spearheaded the move after meeting Katy officials in St Louis and Chicago, with Chicago-bound connections to start from a midwest hub.

Katy Aul Ramt St. Lous Breretysy Chamber of Commerce Crain JV St. George Raitcand Antonio Ns Do Bose San Antonio SS Loula Fe Antario Chingo California Pacific Coast JG House Katyas John Carrington Chamber of Coungporce St. Louis Chicago Carrington Ars. Wen St Louis GE. Sthatt Maty Carington Florida Texas Thossand Clu Chamber of Conmerce C. BE. Schaff Vnanthy

Wilson Wedding Planned Near December End

The White House announced the marriage of President Wilson and Mrs. Nor Mike Gull will occur near the close of December in private at Mrs Galt's home. Secretary Tumult said to quiet speculation that preparations call for a simple ceremony with no invitations.

Washington de T White House Wilson Nor- Mike Gull Gal Tumult Airs Norman Galt Pii Gult

China Rejects Monarchy Postponement Proposals

The Chinese government, via Vice Minister Tau Yulla, rejected postponement proposals from Britain, Russia, and Japan on reestablishing a monarchy. He stated the decision rests wholly with the people, making delay impossible, while expressing thanks for friendly interest in China’s welfare. The dispatch notes that the matter remains in the hands of the peopie and contains informal representations from the three powers.

Pering Chinen Envernment Jayne Great Britain Russia Tsay Yulin China

Blanche Walsh Dies After Hospital Operation

Cleveland actress Blanche Walsh died following a hospital operation two weeks after an illness. Despite a prior engagement, she insisted on performing in Youngstown, Ohio, where she collapsed. The private life section notes she was married to William H. Traverse.

Cleveland Ohio Blander Walt Wolrous Abe Atfks Wats Youngstowe Vite Willian H Traverse

Socialist groups urge wider food rules in Germany

A London based report says the German Socialist Party declares the new food regulations insufficient and calls for further rules. A trades unions committee asks the chancellor to provide soldiers' families with potatoes and fuel from November to March at the empire's expense.

London German Socialist Party Amsterdam Snetatisi Party

British Submarine Officer Flees Copenhagen After Parole

A dispatch from Copenhagen reports Lieutenant Commander Layton, commander of the British submarine B-19, fled Copenhagen after violating his parole. The B-19 grounded at Saltholm in August during the Danish Tetand incident.

Berlin Sayville Copenagen Layton Cty Offiear Saltholm

Bryan Might Not Go to Pittsburg Visit

William J Bryan, shown dispatches suggesting he would visit Europe, said he was not sure he would go. The matter remains undecided as arrangements are correlated and undecided.

Pittsburg William J Bryan Norwer Inemaer Gay Europe Mr. Byrap Maller

Seven hundred convicted under new drug sale law

New York district attorney announced seven hundred persons convicted this year of violating the new law against indiscriminate sale of habit forming drugs. The report notes street sales raise prices and drug usage.

New York

Ruling Upheld Over Southern Pacific Railroad

The Interstate Commerce Commission today affirmed a prior decision concerning a dispute with the Southern Pacific Railroad. The ruling, issued after review, highlights regulatory action affecting occupancy and responsibilities within a specified transportation corridor.

Arrest in New Jersey bomb plot widens

Nov 1 a man identified as Bronkorsk was arrested by secret service in New Jersey as the government widened its conspiracy case against Robert May and associates. He, like co defendants, faces $25,000 bonds for examination on November 4. Authorities say the group met Dr Herbert Kienzle and planned to supply explosives from a Butler, New Jersey plant.

TURK TNO Fwe Bronkorel Guil Prynn Bronkorst Wes Butler N. J Low Flynn Herbert Kienzle Lshather Benedict List Kienzle

Negotiations With Germany Are Resumed

Washington dispatch reports that talks between Germany and the United States on the sinking of the Lusitania and other incidents will resume when Count von Bernstorff, German ambassador, calls on Secretary Lansing at the State Department. The indemnity issue for American losses remains unsettled and likely to be discussed.

Washington, D. C Germany United States Count Vor Bernstorff Lansing Tex Villa

Arizona Anti Alien Law Declared Invalid by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court declared Arizona's anti alien law invalid, saying federal power over immigration is exclusive to Washington. Justices ruled the state cannot bar aliens from work, noting equal protection and the right to earn a living. The decision underscored federal control over admission and residence.

Washington Avis Allan Supreme Court California Japaiewee United States Walter Dn Bidwe Aris Tystion Haha Ihunavunelye Ula Court Justion Lagisla Eliens Aitkens

Innes Extradition Hearing Sought in D C

In Washington D C an application for fast handling of the Innes extradition cases was filed by Assistant Attorney General C C McDonald of Texas and Bagh M Dorsey solicitor general of Atlanta Ga The Georgia case seeks to extradite Mr and Mrs Victor B Innes from Texas to face charges of misappropriation In custody at the spanky jail in San Antonio pending an appeal after Texas courts declined to grant habeas corpus relief.

Wasitington D.C Supremes Court C. C. McDonald Texas Bagh M. Dorsey Atlanta Victor B. Innes Georgia Spanky San Antonio Hubers

Cotton Takes Slump as Trade Pressures Market Sharp

New York November 1 heavy selling by the South pushed the cotton market to new lows and record declines. Prices opened lower with July at 11.92 and March at 12.36, down from Saturday’s close. Pressure came mainly from the South with poor weather and crop prospects. several cover orders appeared but the market held firm in late trading.

New York Henvy Ami Peeront al Pointe Teverlah Vidertone

Publisher Edward Preetorius Dies by His Own Hand

Edward I. Preetorius, publisher of the St Louis Times and Bevinda American Press Association joint paper, was found dead in his home barn room, believed to have shot himself. He had been in poor health since a January 1914 automobile accident. Survived by a widow and infant daughter, he co founded the Times in 1907 with Jujuy Sthorers and was part of a German editor lineage via his father Dr. Win Preetorius.

Edward I. Preeturtie Louis ‘Times Preetorius Bevinda-American Press Association The Times Edward Ja Preetorius Win] Preetorius St. Louis Westliche Post Conpany St. Lewis Anheville

Suffragists Battle in New York and New Jersey Vote

New York suffrage groups predict a close outcome with a major city majority likely against the measure while New Jersey sees strong campaigning and a focus on a state constitutional shift. Pro-suffrage leaders claim broad support among women while opponents warn of a potential defeat. Tammany Hall urges Democrats to vote against the constitution as campaign trains roll to New York for a final push.

New York New York State New Jersey Vinton Cabrle Chapman Gott Empire Mutfragetow Arthur M. Dodge National Association New York City New York County Tammany Hall Robert §. Binkard Sost

Crown Prince George of Saxony Awarded Iron Cross First Class

Emperor William approves the award of the Iron Cross first class to Crown Prince George of Saxony on the recommendation of the Commander in Chief. The 22 year old prince earned the honor after recent battles in France though he was wounded in the leg and expected to be out of action. Earlier in September he received the Iron Cross second class.

Berlin Vila London Illiam George of Saxony Georga France

Plymouth Church votes to stand by Hillis amid Ferguson dispute

New York Nov 1 The Plymouth Church board of trustees says it stands by pastor Newell Dwight Hillis and will not accept the resignation of former attorney and business manager Frank L Ferguson The board chairman Col W C Berher says Hillis will not be trampled and notes the parties aim to keep disputes out of court by arbitration Also in San Francisco the Marchioness of Aberdean was to preside over plans for the International Congress of Women with several U S and foreign participants slated to attend

New York Mia Hillis Ferguson Boby Congres Ban Francisco Marchioness of Aberdean International Congress of Women United States

Serbian Arsenal Falls as Bulgarian Advance Presses Nish

Teutons press Riga front as Berlin reports Serbian main arsenal captured by Kragiyevat forces. Bulgarian northern push from Kolazevar and Tet advances toward Nish, with heavy losses on both sides. News Agency dispatch notes prisoners over October and French troops arriving in Serbia from Gallipoli area.

Berlin Kragayevatn Iy van Arsinal Kragiyevat Nish Ralfrand Kolaxevar Guamuich Treity Uverdeds Garton Wirsney Ahal van Hindenburg Tissian Serbia Greece Gallipati Insula Solin Iho Veranan

British Aid to Serbia Enters Frontline Balkans Action

British expeditionary force in Serbia joins dormant Balkan front with Bulgarians probing near Nish. Reports say Bulgarian artillery now threats outer forts as Serbians fight a delaying action while Russian relief prospects loom. British air and artillery pressure Turks in Dardanelles as wider war moves unfold.

London Serbia Athens Balkans Salanila Gere Hallun al- Ves Bulgaria Strumnitza Uskupneta Danube Nise Nish Berlin Bulgarian War Office Morava Pirat Hag Pol Hem Ulgariad Porta Dardanelles Hopara Jemmering Tahure Hil Oy Mrene West Front Wear

Carranza Visits His Former Home in Eagle Pass

News dispatch from Eagle Pass reports Venustiano Carranza visiting his old residence after a day in Monclova. He planned to return to Monclova with General Obregon, then move toward Piedras Negras. A public reception was to be held in Monclova tonight before departure for the border area.

Eagle Pass Tex Firalustiengimpanea Monclova St Prerty Emis Montelova Tonne Giluc Obregon Piedras Negras Piedras Negras

Quiet Border Country Nights Near Brownsville

In the Brownsville border country quiet persisted after two bandit-related incidents. A U S soldier was shot at near Capote ranch in Indugo county as a car ambush occurred on a dark road. Hunters from San Benito, mistaken for bandits, prompted a large reaction from local residents.

Biw Neville Ter Texas Here Cathh United States

Ten Murders Reported in Chicago Area

Ten people have been murdered in Chicago and nearby areas over the last sixteen days, with several crimes unsolved. The latest victim was a woman who died yesterday after an epileptic seizure. Samuel Hoekstra, a teaming contractor, is named in connection with the period’s events.

Chicago, Or Nor Grothe Samuel Hoekstra

Trial Opens in Charlestown Navy Yard Submarine Case

Rear Admiral William Nelson Little, retired, faces court martial over alleged neglect and carelessness in defects found in submarine K-2 built at Fore River Yard Quincy. Trial board president is Rear Admiral Bradley Fleke. K-2 launched 1912 and delivered January 1914. Submarine later had storage battery troubles after acceptance.

Boblon Charlestown Navy Yard William Nelson Litie Fore River Shin Building Company Quincy Wors Little Yeesele Fors River Oradley A. Fleke Alfred W. Johnson Tilttle Fore River

Flowers on Display at Washington Chrysanthemum Show

The sixth annual chrysanthemum show of the Department of Agriculture opened in Washington. More than 100 varieties were exhibited, with experts calling many finer than previous displays. A new variety named Queen Mary impressed, noted for its white bloom and curved outer petals. Fort Worth plans water study for a new reservoir as engineers review the lake project and water supply.

Washington Department of Agriculture Fort Worth Tex

Attack by Villa Amat Under Way Near Agua Prieta

United States troops in Douglas report a major Villa attack on Agua Prieta as Carranza forces defend the border town. Mexican and Yaqui units, about 2000 strong, clash near the frontier with artillery, defining a tense border battle as civilians seek shelter and US troops reinforce positions along the line.

Douglas Ans Carranza Agua Brion Indy Vila Gattanza Ure Mon Villa Agudriota Korky United States Agua Prieta Vinsanny Gow Trenee Wadersroumi P. Blige Culles Carranza Warrison Francisco Villi Sft Mts Mesteor Blocko Alcalcat Douglog Calles Igulne Alice O'Loughlin Oribalejo Cailes Hatte Ameren Dougine

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