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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1915
Page
5
Serbian forces retreating under pressure from Bulgarians may join Austro-German units to push into Greece. Reports from Salonika indicate continued Allied action in the Balkans while British forces retake Ctesiphon and advance near Baghdad.
Dispatches report French and allied forces reinforcing Salonika with tens of thousands of troops. About 125,000 Patris of Athens forces are named, with 40,000 to 44,000 more marching toward Salonika. Four thousand trains are at the port and more troops expected to arrive in Greece. Milan dispatches say war secretary Bart Kitonener secured permit for allied troops to move to Greek ports as Athens disputes over routes and access.
Weather bulletin notes cooler conditions expected Sunday as a high pressure area over the Pacific drives a low pressure system toward the Southwest. A broad irregular air pressure pattern and minimal precipitation persist, with the front driving a cooler trend for the upcoming day.
Still awaiting reply from Secretary Lansing as American Trunk Company asks for a U S warship to convoy the steamer Winnebago from British danger near the Atlantic. The British have seized several company steamers on suspicion of German ownership.
The steam Robert Me Thompson evaded British patrol boats by running north of Iceland and will not be supplied with 160 tons of fuel requested. Authorities, in noted reports, suspect the vessel bound for Archangel should have proceeded as directed. Thompson sailed from New York November 3. detained at Denmark pending inquiries into cargo and care.
Government investigators examine cause of fire aboard the British steamer Berkdale which arrived from New York with barges and cotton. Fire broke out in the hold several days at sea before arrival, flooding the half deck. Only about 100 bales of cotton were destroyed.
Ella Flagg Young will relinquish her post as superintendent of Chicago public schools after 37 years and receive a pension of 469 dollars annually. The decision was announced today as part of the city’s teacher retirement terms. The pension applies to the long-serving educator and reflects the city’s pension plan for teachers.
A garbled local forecast for several U S cities lists temperatures and conditions with many errors. It mentions San Amjosta Georgia Chicago Chicago Washington and New York with varying temps and descriptions of cool, cloudy, or fair weather, but many fragments render specifics unreadable.
Governor Ferguson, after leaving Whicope, said he will travel to Washington to confer with President Wilson and War Department on Mexican border policy, Texas National Guard shortages, and federal programs guiding state action. He plans meetings in Chicago and New York with banking and financing officials, returning soon with local officials.
New York November reports say the Protestant Episcopal Church stake in Fosburgh block faces renewed fights over relegates from the Funami Congress. The Board of Missions voted to send delegates, with Rt Rev Reginald Heller among opponents urging a meeting of the House of Mission to hear an appeal. Prominent Episcopal members oppose participation, fearing conference with Protestants could hinder Catholic and Episcopal unity.
The Lononet Security League opened its first national convention in Chicago to push for detailed army and navy defense recommendations. Three reports will be presented on naval rendition and policy, army and militia conditions, and overall defense strategy. HL West says about 606 delegates from states and major cities are expected, with Governors Walsh, Dunne, and Phillip among speakers.
Fragments describe a newborn with thumb sucking and potential vocal development concerns. Statements reference Northwestern University, a national teachers council, and analysts discussing how oral habits may affect nascent speech. Details are incomplete, but material hints at medical and educational interest in early vocalization and relaxation techniques.
Border town welcomes visitors as General Venustiano Carranza arrives with escort. Crowds fill Matamoros streets while officials plan formal welcomes and a reception committee from Brownsville prepares to greet the Mexican leader.
The court, in a multi‑page decision handed down today, concluded that a previously alleged arrangement between Townsend and his wife was invalid. It upheld the claim that two sons, reportedly Townsend’s, were the rightful heirs and safeguarded a $40,000 settlement to be placed for their benefit, despite contested parentage arguments.
Delegates from nine states have made hotel reservations in Chicago for the Republican national convention. A meeting of Republican national committee members will be held on December 14 in Trustington to determine the convention’s location.
Cab notices a ceremony at the French Pavilion honoring Franco Beligan and linked nations heroes from Fravion and linkgtung. Speakers include Commissioner General F. Trion of Belgium and Commissioner General Mhert Tima of France.
A B Copley, long associated with the Hock Tahead firm and stationed at El Ree, died in the marine service in Minchelteilc. Rev. Copley had about thirty years of involvement in his field. The announcement from Wook Teli and officials confirmed the death.
A fatal auto accident near Fort involved a vehicle driven by Robert Thales and four companions returning from Tal, striking a pole and injuring others. Wreck details are partly unreadable in the damaged OCR text, but authorities report four injured and one dead.
Reported on a West Texas site, a new well at Alta Vista Field reached 440 feet with reducer in the string. Operators from Batley and nearby towns show interest as the well begins pumping, marking a notable development in the Ud ate qnad area. The Fuchs company’s well appears to yield about 100 feet of draw after a 24 hour test, with resumed operations in the Toby district.
Peace advocates in Washington on November 27 express guarded optimism about a neutrality campaign supporting President Wilson. They acknowledge limited chances of a bold move by the White House, while preserving belief in eventual engagement or response from the administration.
Nov 21 report says Pope Benedict plans another effort for a Christmas truce among war adversaries. He discussed the idea with Cardinal Von Hartmann, archbishop of Cologne, and pressed for a decisive step toward ceasing hostilities, though acceptance remains unlikely.
Reports from Arkansas indicate a Friday storm causing numerous injuries and at least twenty deaths, most severely in Hot Springs. Counties including Lafayette and Nevada report fatalities, with funeral services held for Hot Springs victims as casualties rise. Major Towles retires after service with Texas squadron. Governor approves retirement.
Berlin reports establish neutral press headquarters to coordinate war news with Allied and neutral correspondents. The system assigns three weekly dispatches from Berlin and requires extra copies for censorship, while ensuring reporters avoid misstatements or misleading headlines.
The text shows scrambled notes about press permission and censorship during wartime travel to neutral zones. It references an officer in charge, press releases, and mentions that reporters needed authorization to publish certain items, with fragmented lines alluding to wartime controls and dissemination practices.
A Missouri Pacific filing alleges Gould defaulted on bonds and notes totaling 645,008 with interest and penalties. The suit seeks payment of 430,000 plus accrued interest and costs, asserting the company is owed principal and interest by Gould in a case expected to determine liability and damages.
Report from PASCAGH UK notes a smallpox like outbreak amid vaccination concerns. Dr T. B. Creinfurd leads state health inquiry as several children show tetanus symptoms within weeks of vaccination. Five to six additional cases under scrutiny raise safety worries among parents.
New York Nov 37 Officers of the Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage seek to use 1900 donated by Mrs A Belmont to win President Wilson's support for a federal suffrage amendment. Belmont did not specify spending. The group favors proceeds to Waier Southern Congressmen supporting the federal amendment.
An explosion at the Santa Fe yard injured two men, Than Wolser of Fort Worth and Ton Tastor of Cleburne, Texas, with serious burns. The boiler and pump station damage were reported, and both victims were said to be in critical condition.
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