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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1915

Page

8

Government Holds German Army Officer Breitung Sought

A gleaming trial summary reports Walter J. Scholz and Paul Daenke charged in a conspiracy with Dr. Herbert Bren ge to blow up a chemical plant in Germany and in America. The case centers on a plan to detonate a chemical site and involve an American investigation with bail set at $26,000.

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Officials doubt case against men tied to ships plot

Washington officials of the Department of Justice voiced doubt whether the federal government can build a case against the men implicated in the plot to blow up ammunition ships sailing from the United States. The department will wait and decide after all devices are examined.

Washington, D.C Department of Justice United

Life expectancy rise cited by university dean speaker

In a talk at a Central States Conference on social hygiene, Dr. Yank and Dean Vistor Caughn of the University of Wichita State discussed longer lifespans. They argued medical advances could extend human longevity by a decade over the next generation, noting averages have grown in recent years.

Vistor C‘aughn Ye Liniversity of Wichieat Yank

California Voting Reform Debated in San Francisco Race

A noisy campaign in California centers on nonpartisan bills and a referendum seeking to strip party designations from state elections. Leaders argued for keeping or bypassing the changes as constitutional amendments and primary law reforms, while advocates pressed for rapid action.

San Franciscos Cel Itias

Defense program meets with approval in Congress scene

WASHINGTON DC officials from administration spoke after showing optimism for a defense act at the coming session. Representatives Hoy and Senator Chamberlain voiced support for army plans while Navy backing was noted. A White House conference with Representative Kitchin aimed to raise revenue without major military budget increases.

Warington Evaelmueet Congress Wien Aid Kitchin House Ways and Means Committee Aartay All Mayo

Mellens testimony on saving 108 mentions government action

In a lengthy interview Mellan recounts how he saved 108 and discusses government involvement in a transport rates dispute. The piece cites figures and statements from Mellan and officials about New Haven and rival lines and a legislative push related to Newark Central and New York & New England Railroad competition. A separate note from Ray St Louis reports a homicide verdict in Mississippi with life imprisonment for a Louisville & Nashville robbery case.

Yrey New York Central Mellon Morgan Mullen Jeffer Mellah Newark Central New York & New England Railroad New Haven Nework L Ino Central Spiin Attorn Swacker Prien Ray ST. Louis Miss Qvr Hucks Lester Todey Peter Marcey Louisville & Nashrle Here Tast Judes Neville

Weather Forecast From The Local Office

Forecasters predict unsettled conditions over the region with variable winds and chances of showers into Tuesday night. Temperatures remain mild with daytime highs in the 60s and cooler nights, cautioning drivers on wet roads and brief gusts.

Weather Summary Across Major Cities

Fragmented forecast data shows temperatures from St Louis to Seattle with varying wind. Regions report clear and partly cloudy conditions, cooler mornings, and a mix of west and southwest breezes.

Nations to Recognize Carranza Amid Mexican Tensions

Early recognition by European powers shifts focus to Carranza as U S officials report mixed conditions across Mexico. Despite improved telegraph and railway lines in parts, Cananea and border regions face disruptions, with attention on Arizona and Cananea operations. Tampico and Vera Cruz remain quiet as Mexico City notes limited updates.

Cananea Arizona Tampico Vera Crux Mexico City Ube

Austrian Hungary Recognizes Carranza Government

Austria Hungary briefly recognized Venustiano Carranza’s government in Mexico. The note to Mexico City’s foreign office nullifies that recognition as a message from the Austrian chargé d’affaires. Carranza plans further conferences with military leaders, reorganizing the government as General Morsit leads a force toward Durango to secure the region for the new regime.

Porreon Mexico Vid Laredo Tex Hungary Venustiano Carranza Mexico City Foreign Office Sim Marta Washington Carcanga Morsuit Durango

Troops pursue Mayo wand in Lower California chase

Reports from La Paz say Mexican troops pursued a Mayo band suspected of raiding the United Sugar Company at Los Moros Sonora The Indians retreated across the river and moved northward while Mexican forces remained active near Guaymas and Villa factions.

LA Paz Lower California Oal Radia San Diego Cal Guaymas Villa Prana Ston Ora U.S Ta Pasdar

Attack Aprirts and International Havik in Gertie Villa

Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and places including Gerry Villa and Americas, with unclear phrases about attack and international havik. No coherent event or outcome can be established from the readable segments.

Dugghas AvTy Aguai Gertie Havik Gerry Villa Livog Americas Bert Filia

Fading Local Alarm Over Dignified Defense At Wirthinatijn

A damaged report describes a bombardment defense in a harbor area with 4000 workers and several regiments mobilized. It notes assurances given to prevent further attack and mentions shortages of food fuel and water. Reports also claim nearby populations were evacuated and stores damaged with ships moving in.

Deilelag Vighitty Arrivila Saldadas Pont Nus

Villistas seize Chihuahua smelter in raid

Reports from Paso, Texas indicate Villistas confiscated the Chihuahua smelter plant operated by the American Smelting and Refining Co. The state government and Col Baker confirmed the seizure of about 2000 tons of peel material and related plant assets. Officials note the hostilities involve Governor Giprrilawit and General Willy, with further security actions expected.

Paso Tex Thbi Col Baker Tesh Willy Governir Giprrilawit Eniniban

Prosecutions in Pittsburg Fire Case Reported

Officers of the Paper Box Company faced prosecutions after a Pittsburg fire erupted yesterday. Four men connected with the company were arrested on charges related to the blaze. The defendants include a company official and the plant manager, cited for alleged negligence in the incident.

Pittsburg Hovnerd Coreen Sanus Tanileson Wolstriple Seharter Bax One Vans Wood Dames Brown Pataln Heatittres

San Francisco Army Reentry Bid for Lt Col Tucker

Talent seeks reinstatement for Lt Col William Tucker in the army with the rank of lieutenant colonel. Tucker retired March 12, 1908, amid a prior divorce and a liaison with Myrtle Leone Pishroe, daughter of the late Gen Fann A Logan. The army investigation follows a petition by exan in Hitue Card to review the application.

Myrtle Leone Pisth

Gompers Seeks Wilson Input on Labor Legislation

Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, met President Wilson in Washington to advocate winter legislation in Congress shaped by the Tab or movement. He stressed industrial education, vocational training, and energy conservation, while Wilson listened. Gompers also delivered letters between AFL officials and Tab or leaders detailing relations with labor and national affairs over fifteen months.

Washington, D.C Samuel Gompers American Federation of Dahon Ith Wilson Congress West Tabor Gamners Gourpers American Federation of Labor Manta United Lierary

Peage Says He Will Follow Recognition In Washington

A dispatch from Washington reports that Peage will pursue recognition after a reception at the depot for Chief Cartan and his supporters. The occasion featured a parade and a hotel ceremony with Mexican and American officials, praising the new government and its promises of stability and reform. Arredondo spoke of amnesty for rebels and continued arms embargoes as the Constitutionalist movement consolidates support.

South America Mexico Alara Serveisco Fedumils Washington Chirarhha Ralfrad West AnQieny Hotel Meateo Carranza Torre Smirtet Cone Siiitlonoist Party Ole Guverns Pee Wilton Witd Antyisors Uek Abe Wilken Bind Saben Bbs Fennshin Mesteo Castnessy Rexion Fim Tawitra Cibecountrys Peter Peice Tenoeroontry Renae Carcenae Mostan Cartan Senor Arredando Gbregor Chihuahua Sonora iMa ABK Ams Emer Zapata Carrahzm Constitutionalist Generale Garranae

Mrs Murchison Trial Thriller Shocks Houston Court

Mrs Murchison faces charges after a husband’s death at Nucoedurhea. Marguerite Murchison, refusing to make a statement, declares she would see each weapon set on the claimant. The case went to a jury last month in Houston.

Houston Tore Welie Nucoedurhea Marguerite Butisin Defranaut Mia Murchison Cige Tae

Russia buys cars amid wartime shipping constraints

The report notes Russia procuring vehicles as part of its wartime logistics, while industry and government officials discuss temporary supply issues. The piece references broader economic strains and mentions a number of both domestic and international actors shaping vehicle procurement strategies during the period.

Indian Girl Lawyer in Washington Court Case

A young Indian girl pursues a legal career in Washington with guidance from Solieur General Dadla and Mish Conley. She faces challenges in court while earning respect and advancing toward supreme authority.

Washington D.C Conley Yisdatinig We Court

Rockefeller loses control of New York real estate sales

A distressed report notes John D. Rockefeller’s efforts to exclude a mercantile firm from a block bounded by West Fourth Street and Seventh Avenue, with a planned store replacing a Commodore Blink residence. It mentions failed attempts to acquire property and a nearby risk of increased business footholds, amid high prices and unresolved ownership.

New York John DB. Rockefeller Mercantile Fourth Street 7Th Avenue Sidi Ave Fie Afaat Dealers Commodore Moriga P. Blink Tyckefelley Heis Hye Bloek Mwainess Sind Orinx Ranb Wits

Governor's Son Involved In Fatal Streetcar Crash

Governor GW Tisus' son Grady, 20, drove the governor's automobile when struck by a streetcar, leading to the death of W. Burridge, an official with the state’s public works. The operator of the streetcar, Mr. Surchiga, faces charges of reckless driving and will be tried at his Walnut Ridge home. Burridge was 46 and chaired a local board.

Ark Tisus Grady W. Burridge Tay Aly Ul Mirsiaggnier Vietermai Surchiga

Chicago Saloon Closures Drive Up Rent in Wake of Law

Saloons across Chicago report major closures and rent hikes as enforcement of a new visiting law tightens licenses. Owners face stiff fees, including premiums of 31000 in some cases, while many establishments struggle to stay open. local officials, business leaders, and patrons react as the saloon licenses are cracked down in a volatile urban market.

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Germany Reports Readiness for Peace Distorted Abroad

A contested dispatch from Madrid cites Prince Camporezie as authority claiming Germany is ready for peace terms. The report, attributed to Hallen Ri Chois and law ally of Trinecon Buelo w, was first published in Madrid and not corroborated. A Lindy message says Berlin’s Lind y was confined to a spa in Cologne with a slight indisposition bound for Baden Baden.

Whelson Alfonse Spai Cerny Wight Pew NeRurt ix Jn Tellerispater Madrid Camporezie Hallen Ri Chois Trinecon Buelow Madria von Buelow Lerdin Lindy Meronm Cologne Baden-Baden

Pope Delivers Quiet Reaction to European Tragedies

In two interviews the Pope voices deep sorrow over Eurân events and Neilly’s suffering. He refuses to judge, vows continued care for the wounded, and expresses a restrained, compassionate stance amid tragic developments.

Euran Neilly

Venizelos stance fuels political turmoil in Greece

Fragmented OCR text shows Venizelos, former prime minister, resisting government support and signaling a push to seek a vote in parliament. Reported ambiguities and garbled names cloud details of the chamber clash and potential policy shifts amid infighting.

Winemervis Venizelos Minty Macedussia Matthus

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