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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1915
Page
1
The article cites reports from France Russia and America on sun light therapy and its claimed success in treating disorders including tuberculosis stomach liver kidney and blood issues. It describes Liquid Vitellas as a volcanic origin tonic aiding vitality and health and notes its availability through Sinmec's Drug Store and other druggists.
Dispatches report heavy reinforcements at several embarkation points as the fate of Serbians hangs in the balance. A submarine incident near Romnd indicates naval action and possible hits during engagement with Austrian vessels. An Italian steamer Firenze reportedly sank after submarine attack with a passenger aboard providing testimony.
Berlin reports no new Austro German breakthrough on the Serb front yesterday as Serbians are hinted to have repelled advances. The war office notes no decisive development in the long running campaign with continued Allied and Balkan tensions unfolding.
Roumanta to Exter Bucharest Nov 12 Newspaper Adaverul reports former Premier Corp’s collapse and says Roumania will join Germany’s side in December. Cary states once communication is set, Germany will issue new offers as an ultimatum with a 48 hour reply window.
Novoe Vremya analyzes King Constantine of Greece suspecting his so called friendly neutrality masks plans to attack the Allied front at Saloniki. A war correspondent warns Russians against jubilation over eastern front gains noting enemy deploys one tank or one arm to ten men and cites plentiful artillery ammunition.
An official statement says in the Adige valley on the fourteenth Italian forces enforced and straightened positions along the zigzag slope from Zagnatera toward Haverete. Enemy artillery fire from Monte Gehelia followed, with an infantry attack repulsed. In the Fella valley a detachment met enemy troops near Dusors, which were attacked and dispensed. On the Curco plateau there was intense archer y fire. In Moble San Michele zone the enemy made two islet attacks in force on the line but retired with heavy losses.
The Liberty Bell, hailed by thousands, completes a 9258 mile pilgrimage from San Francisco to Philadelphia’s Independence Hall. Mayor Blankenburg and city officials join a ceremonial homeward voyage, tracing routes through Texas, Oklahoma, and Tennessee back toward the East Coast.
An advertisement touts Plant Juice with testimonials including Alexander Brown of Indiana praising its cure for chronic stomach trouble. The claim notes a Navy veteran who sailed with Uncle Sam and Huerta, asserting dramatic improvement after two bottles. Product sold at A. M. Pfischer's Drug Store in San Antonio.
Alpine welcomed about 2000 visitors for a Liberty Bell celebration with patriotic readings and music as students toured the prison and city venues. Corfe Christ joined the event with church groups and a parade honoring the bell and Independence Day themes.
Galveston Texas November 17 news that all entrants to the Mexican republic must hold passports issued by consuls of the Constitutionalist government. The foreign office directs enforcement to bar undesirable Mexicans. Constituent consuls will issue authorized passports at no charge.
Rescue teams battled debris in the Northwestern Improvement Company mine at Ravenada, 26 miles southeast of Seattle, seeking 25 missing men after an explosion. Six bodies, including Fare min FP and Kano, were recovered. SS killed and three injured. State insurance to pay about 724000 to families. $400 for married men, smaller sums for others.
Rome reports an upcoming December consistory will include Cardinal von Hartmann and Cardinal Mercer joining other foreign prelates. The move signals significance as increasingly absent foreign cardinals attendances affect proceedings.
Brackenridge Memorial and Hillcrest were the only two public schools to depart on the Elberly Bell trip after a delay notification reached the school board around 9 am. A conference with rail and traction officials led to revised car schedules and a later start for most schools, while Brackenridge Memorial and Hillcrest proceeded as planned after adjustments.
The San Antonio dog show at Waco crowned Betsy Fosco a top Boston terrier with four first prizes and a silver cup from Texas Exchange National Bank, beating other Boston terriers. Beau Ideal and Lady Audley Nobbier also scored seconds. El Colindy Typhoon earned reserve and a best trained dog prize. Other locals earned multiple placements as organizers plan a larger show next year.
A brief school report from Liberty High School describes a Wednesday morning event along Main Avenue involving several students and staff. The program included exercises and collaborative activities aimed at promoting school spirit and safety awareness.
London reports the British foreign office urged Washington to intervene for safety of women linked to pe rallot movements in Sovvia. Lord Robert Cecil announced that he urged the State Department to ensure no mistreatment by Bulgarians amid the unrest.
The Brady building owner Thomas F Brady will host an informal banquet at the Montezuma cafe in the basement Wednesday to celebrate the one year completion of the Brady office building. Invitations have gone to ten girls from the office and their business associates, with about 100 guests expected and music provided.
In a London dispatch the Tageblatt quotes Major Mornht on Allied prospects in the Balkans as Serbia fights on and Italy might send troops, noting delays in defeat for Serbia. An Austrian report says separate peace proposals were offered by Britain and Italy but balked by the Balandran cabals amid a stalemate following a recent offensive.
In Austin on November 17, Baptist leaders voiced concern over discrimination favoring state schools and urged fair competition. Dr. J B Gamrel of Dallas pressed for action while Dr. George McCall of Texarkana urged pastors on trust boards. The 29th annual Women’s Mission Workers meeting concluded with officer elections and plans for next year as the Pastor and Laymen’s Conference closed in the House of Representatives.
November 17 report of Karl Buenz and Hanburg-America Line officials facing conspiracy charges over alleged false customs clearances. Trial scheduled for next Monday in federal court. Also dated items note Wolfgang G. Triest’s son Kenneth joining his father on a voyage to Armypica, with Triest’s Princeton-educated son enlisted by the British navy.
Eleven business men volunteer on committees to raise the remaining 40000 dollars for the San Antonio Automobile Toll Road Company to build a toll road in Medina county. The project aims to shorten the drive between Ben Antonie and Medine lake by six miles. Committees were named at a Tuesday luncheon at the Gunler Hotel with 984,000 dollars reported raised to date. Participants listed include J. B. Kirkpatrick, L. J. Hart, Judge George S. Talents, J. K. Beretta, W. B. Tutte, Macun, J Arnold Donald Fraser, John W. Warren, Pranz C. Greca, W. Furlong Jr., and more.
President Wilson asked Governor Spry of Utah to reconsider the case of Swedish citizen Hillstrom who faces death next Friday for murder. Hillstrom, an LW.W., was reportedly not given a fair trial and had no respite before the later sentencing, following Swedish ministerial requests months ago.
Funeral of Booker T. Washington, noted educator and author, is described as simple Episcopal with burial rites at the Tuskegee institution. More than 600 people attended to pay last tribute. Prominent citizens from Tuskegee and surrounding areas joined in the ceremony.
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