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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1915
Page
1
A partial historical note reports an ultimatum issued to Bulgaria regarding troop movements. The source fragment mentions formalities and a refusal to comment further, indicating continued diplomatic tension without a clear reply. Strong entities include Bulgaria and unnamed authorities. The text is incomplete and lacks concrete dates or locations.
Reports from Petrograd indicate Russia’s ultimatum to Bulgaria was not delivered until late yesterday. Officials say the 24 hour reply window began with actual delivery, delaying Bulgaria’s decision on neutrality, while Britain weighs responses amid Greek protests and broader Balkan tensions.
A military convention between Germany and Austria Hungary was signed to compel Bulgaria to join attacks against Serbia and to advance rail sabotage and troop movements in the Balkans contingent on German Austrian actions. Bulgarian opposition leaders reportedly switch stance, with public demonstrations in Sofia alternating national anthems of Hungary Germany and Austria in unrest amid the crisis.
A fragment from a German newspaper defies Berlin defense lines as the quicker attack on Berlin looms. It suggests that threatened Balkan states stand behind the central powers, with Amsterdam reporting from December 5.
The Lela Anzeiger from Berlin writes that only a firm ultimatum by Ger hing and Austro-Tongarlay guns can deter the Burglan, signaling a great change and warning of impending force on Tianube. The fragment emphasizes urgent military posture and retaliation.
Reporters note tense Latkes situation with Balkan fighting possibly widening. German officers are said to be advancing, while observers expect the quadruple entente to send first detachments within days and Serbia to mobilize fully for any expansion of hostilities.
A bustling Yoakum fair opens with livestock entries listed including 48 swine 24 mules eight horses and riders. Gov Ferguson and Sen Morris Sheppard are slated for receptions this week while a $4000 prize fund and city events accompany the exposition.
Court soon wraps up testimony in the San Antonio incinerator dispute as City officials doctors and the incinerator company defend the plant's operation. Witnesses including City Health Physician Dr Berrey City Purchasing Agent Ray Manley and Superintendent Wagner describe heat and odor controls and assert the plant will pose no health risk. The case involves 209 county residents seeking an injunction against the citys garbage incinerator at Dalecot Street and St Charles Street with a decision expected after further testimony and possible appeal.
An advertisement touts a home dry cleaning method using solvent at two gallons of gasoline to dissolve and treat garments. It promises no shrinkage fading or wrinkling of fabrics like silk, satin, lace, kid gloves, shirts, dresses, and draperies, claiming quick bright results with simple steps.
The first norther of autumn cools Texas and nearby states Monday afternoon, with temperatures falling from summer highs to 58 degrees by Tuesday morning. Frost possible in northern and central areas. heavy frosts reported in Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, and South Dakota. Snow seen in South Dakota and Minnesota. Record lows listed across many stations including Abilene 4, Amarillo 40, Dallas 40s, Denver 2, Chicago 43, St. Paul 36. The storm system moves east with heavy rain in Texas and widespread rainfall along the coast. pockets of up to two inches in spots. Continuous cool air remains over the Mississippi basin.
Panama dispatch reports Lt Col Chester Mardis recommending President Wilson issue an executive order to close the Panama Canal until November 1. He notes it may be impossible to reopen by then and suggests toll refunds and cargo transshipment arrangements. 90 vessels in canal would require about a month to reroute via Panama Railroad. dredging work ongoing to restore depth. Fin land passengers to be redirected to New Orleans and then San Francisco by rail.
Prices strengthened in the cotton market as January contracts opened at 13.19, about $1.70 above last night’s close. Better demand from the South, Liverpool activity, and rain in the South pressured selling, with some regions showing renewed firmness after the opening.
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