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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1915
Page
1
In Marco Texas a man was found dead in a wagon on 225 Avenue near Union. Loyd Mead and others reported the discovery as police and medical examiners moved toward a formal inquest. The scene suggested the man had been sleeping or unconscious when illness or foul play ended his life. Investigators pursued leads as neighbors spoke of a troubled morning.
An ad touts a "Greatest Blood Remedy" promising to deliver results when others fail. It asserts improved energy, clearer skin, and relief from pimples and blemishes, claiming to cleanse the blood and boost health. The copy emphasizes dramatic outcomes and urges readers to try the product despite lack of verifiable evidence.
Lopez begins campaign amid confusion on the Texas border with statements about Carranza, Mexican bandit activity, and U S troop movements. General Lopes aides and Mexican leaders are cited as addressing raids, investigations, and border security as the Twenty-eighth Infantry displays maneuvers at the Texas state fair.
Fragmentary report notes a justice agent deposition at a fort with attorneys present. Expected evidence was not obtained as the case concerns attempted violation or neutrality issues linked to General Huerta. Details are unreadable and names uncertain due to damaged text.
Reporting on wartime measures a regiment of infantry is ordered from Gul ysion to Harlingen Texas. General Funetop to use troops for border protection following raids near Ojo del Agua where casualties occurred. Army says emergency actions aim to defend line and assist local authorities as officials explain policy amid ongoing border disturbances.
A reader note describes using resinol ointment with resinol soap and warm water to treat itching skin. Apply resinol soap, rinse, dry gently, coat thinly with resinol ointment, and cover with a light bandage if needed. Repeat twice daily, promising relief and clearer skin, with a trial offer from the Retinol dept in Baltimore.
Fragmented wartime dispatches report Greek leaders denying plans to join the Allies, amid broader fronts. German advances near Riga and along the Dvina railway threaten Russian reinforcements, with Archangel reportedly closed. Dispatches note Emperor Wilhelm touring Belgian coast areas and German efforts to compel surrender of enemy soldiers hiding in Belgium, amid tense Allied counters and shifting fronts across Europe.
Paris dispatches report on Allied diplomacy and Greek potential entry into the war. Britons and Russians urge Greece to move with troops to Saloniki. Premier Venizelos faces limited support and mixed editorial views. Some see Cyprus offered to Greece as a sign of reality, others doubt success amid Balkan entente strains. Across the Atlantic, typhus fears ease as medical relief assists civilians.
Report from Rome dated October 24 indicates Greece opposes handling by the Allied nations over a policy of armed neutrality. Dispatches note Greek officials likely to reply to the representations presented by the Allies.
Reports from Greece via Paris describe Anglo–Irish expeditionary officers noting the Serbian line remains unbroken despite Austro German pressure. They recount last week near Nish and Talja with Bulgarians and Germans attacking, while rail traffic disruption earlier stemmed from French rooms and the Balkans area.
Large crowd waited for the 101 Kayeoh Show as the parade was delayed from 10 30 to 1 30 due to late arrival. Mounted police and a procession of Indians followed with cowboys, colorful outfits, and a lone Texas longhorn survivor amid the slow moving spectacle.
The body of Jack Blevens who died in Santa Monica Col will be brought to San Antonio Friday at 8 30 p m over the Southern Pueblo Funeral from Mrs Walter Shafer 204 Pecan Street at 4 p m Saturday with Father Carey of St Marys Catholic Church officiating Lying in state at the church at 4190 Alamo Street Services later burial in the Alamo Section of the San Antonio Mason Cemetery Pallbearers named Adger Heuermann Artur Lerkwood Roy Kiinkscains Noy Schriber Rudolph Gottschalk and Charlen Scribner Shellsy Loring Undertaking Co in charge
San Antonio Water & Power Company reports its hydrostatic water level at 683 feet due to below normal rainfall. Earlier in the year after heavy rains the level peaked at 943 feet. Superintendent Weterhauser expresses hope for late fall and winter rains to raise the level again, noting rainfall governs water head.
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