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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1915
Page
1
A promotional health notice touts Vitalitus as a universal remedy for back pains and various ailments. It claims the product cleanses the system, removes poisons, and supports vital organs, noting it contains no alcohol or drugs and is pleasant to take. Available from Sommers Deus Stare and others.
Brockelman died in a surgery at 11 40 Tuesday. A Texas native, he lived in San Antonio for five years after leaving Galveston. The body was sent to Galveston by Shetley Loting Undertaking Company. He is survived by relatives in Gabystaen and by Schelles-Tering Undertaking Co Autonmdie equipment.
Mrs Murtlo Pierce of Southwest Texas cattle country dies in Washington D C after a pleasure trip. widow of AL E Pierce born in Galveston and long connected with Matagorda county ranching. Funeral planned in Houston with interment there and survivors in Galveston Houston and San Antonio.
A court probe into alleged tampering with jurors examined prospective jurors assigned to the murder trial of Matthew A Behmidt. The case concerns the 1910 demolition of the Los Angeles Vimes building in which Charles Haggerty died.
C A Garber plans development in the Hamilton Dwain gas field nine miles south of town near Frio City road. Three wells already drilled with rapid gas flow, leases held on about 1000 acres, and preparations underway for more drilling as excitement grows in oil circles.
British residents of Vera Cruz file claims with the State Department seeking 40 000 to 50 000 for property requisitioned by American forces that occupied the city last year. Principal claimant is Light and Power Company of Vera Cruz, handled by Charge Holler of the British Legation in Mexico.
Washington reports troop actions as Bauve forces near Cape Hustlin surrender their arms under an agreed arrangement. Hear Admiral Canerton orders a detachment of Marines to proceed. American forces reach Cunaminthe twenty miles west of the city and Macfarland Point in kind. News service notes a fair outcome and improved signals from leaders.
A brief society notice reports Mrs Widener remarried to Gans in a ceremony described in standard parish records. Details remain sparse in the fragment, but the union is confirmed and recorded for local archival news.
Army dispatch lists units and officers assigned to coast defenses and field operations. Key names include Col Alfred St. Bunter, Maj Thomas Q. Ashbuys, Col Galbraith, and Capt Wiehe MW. Roles cover artillery, cavalry, infantry detachments, and coast defense commands from Calumble Millay to Manila Bay, with duty postings and movements across multiple regions.
In Denver Cole reports miners fully returning from thirteen camps as the Rockefeller industries plan is adopted by the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company employees by a two to one vote. Camp workers still to be heard from reflect a small remaining faction.
Noted Germans killed London reports Captain Count Fritz von Koenlesmarck slain on the eastern front and his brother Count Winter died Sunday from injuries after a bad landing in a seaplane. The brothers were Germanys most noted gentlemen riders and had won races.
A vintage ad claims Zeno cures pimples, boils, eczema, and skin eruptions. It touts a 33c bottle applied as directed by druggists, promising clearer, healthier skin and a lasting effect from this Cleveland based product.
A chaotic docket entry from Austin shows the social club case advancing in state court. The dispute concerns whether bona fide social clubs can legally dispense alcohol to members, with lower court rulings in favor of the clubs and the state anti trust suit against Texas breweries under review by higher courts.
Bulgarian ultimatum to Serbia dominates reports as tensions rise. The account cites King Ferdinand's silence and possible German pressure influencing Bulgaria's stance. Western fronts see renewed artillery, stalled offensives, and shifting ground as German and French actions unfold. Luxemburg protests entente moves, while Delhi appoints a recruiting head raising public criticism. Russian attacks near Dvinak face mixed outcomes as German forces regain momentum.
Petrograd reports Bulgaria refuses Russian demands and issues a four hour ultimatum to Serbia over Macedonia. Serbian interior official Ljube Jovanovsten notes this action is part of Bulgaria’s push in the Macedonian question, framed by German influence and Balkan hegemony.
A terse annal in the press notes a conference with King Con and the resignation rumor within the peripheral government. Venixolos is said to have returned to the council with no clear mandate as Tremier Vent’s plan appears unexpectedly altered.
A noon conversation with the Avenclsted Press correspondent signals Greek confidence in Als government. Premier Venizelos rejects foreign troop intervention and resigns after clash with King about Serbia policy. France and Britain face public calls to aid Serbia while Greece maintains neutrality. Germany bears mobilization costs as Bulgaria’s actions heighten regional tension.
Paris reels at the unexpected resignation of Greek Premier Venizelos amid a rift with King Constantine. Reports claim Bulgaria seeks Sonik and Germany eyes Asia Minor, reshaping Allied plans as French transports land at Salonika. In Athens, French troops arrive and are welcomed while German and Austrian officers reportedly assume command roles in the Bulgarian army. Big battles continue along the Western Front.
French official statement reports continued violent bombardment in Vietnam style spelling near the forest of Givens with French and United Army forces. trenches southwest of Liege and Folie described. remnants of front report only artillery activity.
Dispatches report a resignation within the chamber amid a broader shakeup as Premur Ventzelon and other members face termination. Athens and Berlin cables note delays in transmission from Sofia, with Russia's ultimatum unresolved and high interest in evolving Balkan tensions.
A jumble of guest names from Dallas, New York, Chicago, and other cities appears, noting visitors at the Gunter and the Menger hotels including Mrs Morger, Jom A Woddall, James M. Garela family, and others. The piece also mentions a Fort Worth registration and a rail conference in Galveston with leaders to meet in New Orleans on October 14 15 and 28 to discuss wheat cotton and livestock handling.
As we grow older our bodies weaken with age and winter illness. Jim Scott’s emulsion is advertised as nourishing blood and strengthening organs, soothing nerves and joints, with no alcohol or harmful drugs.
An officer named Paul resigns with immediate effect amid a broader city leadership reshuffle. The move follows a change in supervision and reflects ongoing governance adjustments within the office.
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