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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1915

Page

5

Forty one Prominent Men to Face Election Conspiracy Charges

Corpus Christi and Nueces County face a halted trial as forty one prominent men are to be called Monday to answer federal charges of election conspiracy. Indictments allege defrauding the United States by preventing voting and bribery attempts amid a heavy grand jury investigation into election irregularities. The cases involve county judges and other officials, with hearings set to determine if trials proceed in federal court.

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Negroes Deny Confession in Monro Shooting Case

In Providence a pair named Brown and Spellman deny confessing to the murder of Lr. Franklin Mehr. Key witnesses claim the two men insisted on their innocence and knowledge of the crime, while prosecutors cite a signed confession they allegedly did not sign. The trial centers on who fired the fatal shots and where the car crash occurred.

Providence Bife Berle Franklin Mehr George Witellie Tenre Spelman I Victor Trewa Brown Spellman Gemu Cuaney Ioetar Automobile Meike Gone On Bull Acar Lola Losi Washington United States Latin-America Mehr Department of Commerce UN Suellumn Meuhs Bertiers Tad Gar Mear Alis Elizabeth Tiffany Blair Mohr C. Franklin Muir Swan Aemianieh Muley Hee Teo Beret Vontidren Charlew Tamcocyy Franklin Drs Virgilia Blair Une Servies Mfohr Ehnwood Mohy Dess Emily Gi Borger Seged Motiv George Tanke Bure Iner Knowlalse Sooke

Confessions and crimes lure headlines across multiple cases

A sprawling report covers confessions and investigations linked to a fatal shooting, business fraud aims, and the Moor family tragedy. It mentions the Department of Commerce, alleged plots to aid American shippers, and the theater of crime surrounding Dr. C Franklin Mohr and his secretary, Emily Birger, with neighbors and relatives cited in attendance at ceremonies and services.

Weather and storm notes across cities with varying conditions

The report lists temperatures and conditions for multiple cities including Chicago Milwaukee Seattle and Washington with winds from the north and south. It notes cloudy skies and probable rain in several areas and mentions a steamer Renin carrying an Ancient Olea aboard docking in a port amid damage assessments.

Aucevvatians Ute Liphesti Chicago Eunitays Milwal Prokatty Rai Laa Washington Cain Renees

Flames Mark Russian Retreat Amid Demoralized Combat

A chaotic report recounts a Russian withdrawal marked by fire and destruction. It describes AustroGerman forces, shifting frontline positions, ruined roads, and disrupted supply convoys, with civilians and troops suffering in retreat. The narrative paints a grim picture of halted trains, impassable streets, and continued fighting near key routes as reinforcements arrive.

Tropical Storm Wak Near Panhandle Coast

The weather service warned a tropical storm Wak is approaching the Atlantic coast near the Apalachicola region. The storm is expected to move inland this afternoon and weaken. Cedar Keys reports indicate strong winds and damage to ships, with precautions in place along the harbor and riverfront.

Washington Mpl Sey Comereb Alt Apalachicola River Cedar Keys Fia Mle Main Street

Showers Likely As Heat Breaks In Florida and Alabama

The forecast warns showers for Saturday night and Sunday spreading inland from the coast. Heat conditions ease but unsettled weather remains, with a tropical storm moving inland and affecting Florida and Alabama.

Wien Buell Florida

Cardinal Vaszary Dies

Cardinal Vaszary, dean of Vardinal Chodiis branes Vesey, died today in Sep 1. Born in 1832 at Keselbely Hungary, his career spanned many roles and titles. he was associated with Amuterdaint and Prinate ud Mimsany, shaping church leadership and academic life.

Vardinial Vasey

German Americans Face Naturalization Debate in America

A 1910s era column argues that German Americans should adopt formal naturalization while resisting discrimination. It cites Carl Solis and Willard as voices urging loyalty to the United States, warning against singling out German Americans amid foreign tensions.

Puck Mass Karcellon Paldieher Portia Anerena Heaven Ste Wilkerd Ibawaship New York Efron Akitees Hot Ag Vitor Wien Nocona Amorhsmn Elite Zens Alnulst Henrl Lovai Soantry Carl Seliirs Sierman Antize Germany America Nstrad Willard Thinkalle Develanonk

Surgeons to Aid Germans Near Tort

A fragmented dispatch notes an American expedition committee planning for medical aid to German forces, with prominent New York figures listed as supporters. The damaged text references Sept and upcoming Thursday events related to medical services and the war effort, but specifics are unclear due to OCR errors.

Jean Jibysieians Camumitter's New York

Machinists Strike Maintains Exfeition Fray

A report from September 4 notes 1 400 machinists striking at the Honey Bennet Company amid a dispute over terms. The stoppage affects production schedules as workers seek improved wages and working conditions.

Foreign money market stagnation shocks investors

In a foggy report traders note stagnant foreign money markets with limited activity. The piece cites bankers and merchants and hints at cautious moves ahead of a Tuesday release while mentioning key figures and institutions in a worldwide market context.

Russian General Alexiev Succeeds as Chief of Staff

The appointment of General Alexiev as chief of staff follows the retirement of Grand Duke Nicholas. General Ruseky becomes commander of the northern armies. The Russian offensive on the Ciliey front slows while observers expect German advances. Reports describe movements toward Vilwi and Ravisa with units advancing up to ten miles.

Jina Neca Dviask Vilwi Ra Jiress Ravisa Atiles Rovne

Wreck Kills Two Hundred in Distant Accident

A distant wreck in Warmeton Iowa killed about 200 people including women and children. A second train with fifty five American travelers was delayed by the crash and reached the scene days later.

Dwarf Lived 107 Years in Northwest Yor

A fragmentary report describes a dwarf living 107 years in the northwest region of Yor. It notes a death and references a local resident Duane Amy Reuran and others in a tied context. The text is garbled but signals a historical note about a long-lived dwarf and a related death.

Posse Pursues Raiders Across Rio Grande Frontier

A Mexican border raid chase unfolds as U S posse and Twelfth Cavalry pursue raiders near San Heniti and Rio Civands. Reports say multiple Mexicans are killed or captured while a woman is among the dead at a small Mexican house as deputies close in. The pursuit includes air reconnaissance and ongoing patrols with authorities declaring the raiders rapidly driven back.

San Heniti San Lenis San Beall Benito Tex Pereur Goldiers Twelfth Cavalry Matt Bristol Vana Wruskoon Aguas Negras Mexicin Bristoy

Garrison at Post S Almost Doubled Reinforcements Arrive

A fragmentary report describes two battalions of The Nineteenth Infantry with the regiment headquarters and bands arriving at Fort Sainderston from Texas City at 5 45 o clock on Saturday. Units set up quarters around the post and further dispositions are noted with orders for deployment and staffing.

Mineteenth Infantry Fort Sainderston Texas City Otlock Seouini Pexas Mariingen Akder Anders Texas Syenrine

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