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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1915
Page
1
Severe gale at Houston and Arkansas tornado toll reports ten dead twenty injured and thirty homes demolished from the storm near Tuba Springa. Names and injuries are listed as residents seek treatment while communication lines break and roads flood.
In Galveston Texas regional reports say Mexican mining men in Maxloc protest a new mining tax set to begin in March. The reform, imposed by General Carrante, doubles old charges with 10 pesos per year for ten pertenencias and additional per somethings based on land size and metal weight. The government argues the levy is not excessive and aims to spur mining development.
Nov 26 Heinze Behultz, claiming desertion from the German army, is held at the Immigration station for inquiry on potential refuge in America. He arrived yesterday as a stowaway on the Dutch steamer Noordeverk and says he fought at Liege.
A veteran recounts the German advance toward Paris being checked at the Marne, the first orders to retreat, and his near desertion amid brutal trench warfare. He mentions death of his father and brother, longing for purpose, then captivity and forced labor before escape toward the Dutch border.
Ban on certain trades urged by the Building Trades department of the American Federation of Labor as part of the ninth annual session. A resolution targets the International Association of Machinists and boilermakers, shipbuilders and helpers as not building trades and ineligible for membership. A second resolution seeks an investigation into establishing a six hour day, arguing shorter hours address issues from machinery and rising unemployment.
Report from Hot Springs Arkansas tallies thirteen dead and twenty injured as a tornado last night swept the city outskirts for about ten minutes. Rescue work continued at daylight with darkness hindering efforts. Damage touched Riverview Park and crossed the Ouachita River, leaving a narrow wake of destruction.
A letter from Mrs. Alice Wytson of Fortieth Street Piltsure Mey alleges pineapple juice cured her long battle with wasting and paralysis. She states dramatic weight gain, restored strength, and full recovery after using the product for five weeks. Her testimony, widely circulated by users, highlights improved health and happiness.
The Scottish Rite reunion closed in San Antonio with a class of 237 candidates earning from the 4th to 30th degrees. The four day event featured a musical program and saw Sam Cochran deliver 33rd degree diplomas to several recipients. A permanent charter for the Council of Kadosh was delayed for thirty days while the charter is drawn.
Governor Ferguson says no legislative action needed to sustain the state penitentiary system. He aims to employ all able-bodied convicts by expanding land holdings near Huntsville and Madison County. New purchases include a 12 000 acre tract, farm equipment, 286 cattle, 65 mules, 125 hogs, 145 goats and grain, paid about 400 090 dollars.
An advertisement touts an herbal tea called Old-Time Gold Cure Tea to treat colds, claiming it opens pores, relieves congestion, loosens bowels, and breaks a cold quickly. It cites Memburg Breast Ted, or German name Harmeger Brustphone, and recommends two tablespoons in hot water. The claim emphasizes low cost and safety.
Nov 14 reports men from county attend the final general convention for morrow of the National Security League. The conference aims to press for a policy to impress Congress with the need of nations and to base plans on army and navy reports. Speakers include Governor Walsh and War Secretary Dickinsom, with editors and officials joining delegates.
A formal announcement by Mr McAddo outlines additional revenue needs for 1917 totaling 122 806.04 including 84 800 000 for new defense measures. The plan would cut income exemptions for singles to 2000 and couples to 3000, raise taxes on higher incomes, and impose new levies on items such as gasoline and automobiles.
Washington D C November 36 President Wilson hosts Mrs Philip Buow den wife of a British parliament member and Mme Rasika Echwinmer of Hungary to gain his support for a peace conference. They are presented by Henry Ford as part of a telegraphic campaign urging neutral nations conference. A mass meeting for peace preceded at the White House with speakers Jane Addams Henry Ford Sowden and Mme Schwimmer.
State Senator Carlos Bee credits Governor Ferguson and Firshief Carranza for a Tuesday meeting in New Lac redo that produced a mutual understanding to restrain border tensions. Bee notes an intent to return offenders and ensure cross border accountability, with Texas and Mexico authorities to carry out the agreement. Souster Ree participated in discussions.
Army flyers complete the flight from Fort Sill to the maneuver field near San Antonio and prepare for inspection by Captain Foulois. The nine biplanes landed along the Austin Road after a weather-delayed journey, with officers and men quartered at Fort Sam Houston. The squadron, halted briefly by storms, resumed flight toward San Antonio while local officials and Chamber of Commerce hosted a reception and planned postflight ceremonies.
Cloudless sky and light breeze favored aviation operations in Austin Texas on May 26. Capt B D Fan Tois commanded the first aero squadron as United States Army units, stationed since Tuesday, issued orders to advance.
Professor C J Stamps of Irondale endorses Vitalitas as a cure based on his kidney ailment and claims others benefited. He asserts the tonic aids stomach, liver, kidneys and bowels with daily doses, and urges readers to consult Summers Drug Store for a booklet and availability through druggists.
Testimony will proceed next Monday before Special Commissioner Keasler. The conference included Jessa Andrews and McDonald Merchant of Houston, SG Newton of San Antonio, and Hudspath. The record shows voting signals and discussion on women’s suffrage amid a chaotic transcript with garbled phrases and unclear local references.
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