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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 11, 1915

Page

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Boom price paid for lease and new rigs to drill

Oil news from San Antonio district reports leases snapped up at high prices and immediate drilling. J Z Marrs tract near a recently struck well drives activity with new leases by Reeves and Steves interests. Investors like Pittman, Barber, and Hamilton Swain groups push development of multiple tracts along Quintana road and adjacent Hamiton Swain holdings. The anticipated production near 20 barrels daily spurs further leasing and plans for a Steves well on Ed Steves property, promising a major field impact for the city.

San J. Garfield Buetl Frit Mucha OU Ce Bushy Creek Ol Ce Te-Poset Cin Co Perinat & Cu Pliman Pele Fuels Pero JLT Matte Kellum, Reservium & Co Nike Acre Pirin Fort Worth Hig Holding Pittman Ile Noi Alep Gil and Power Welas Pintinn Charien A. Surber Chicago Herihonn Swain Quintana Road Barber Larber Vivian Hamilton W. Swain Messrs Hamillon Brain Steves Marre Ed Steves Bons Owdy Albert Brewer Merts Wes Johntha Steves Gad Bfr Snohs San Antonio J. Merrs Alta Vista Byd Reeves Co, Smith Pe McDonald Blackburn

Ambassador Romulos Naon May Contest Argentine Presidency

Reports from Washington state that Romulos Naon, ambassador from Argentina, may become a candidate for the presidency of the republic. Friends say Naon will travel to his home country next week to discuss the move.

Washingtor Dh. C Romulos Naon Argentina Is Republic Ly Hic Zmbassador Hia

Note on Archibald Papers and Allied Communications

An envoy reports that Archibald was not given papers and that a favorable reply from Great Britain is possible. The French press comments on U S pressure to dismiss Dr. Liumba in Austria Hungary and notes Washington's diplomatic shift as the note is described as courteous yet firm.

Pam Seng Frenen United States Austria-Hunsar Dr Liumba Washington Liaperallee Alfred Capus

CLARK BACKS WILSON ON AUSTRIA RECALL

Speaker Champ Clark in St Louis endorsed President Wilsons Austria recall approach. He said the action in the Trum broom case was the only course to pursue and predicted no new complications from the German situation amid the Hesperian incident.

ST. Louis Champ Clark National House of Represcntatives Wight Wilson Austria Dumba Clark

German Press Comments On American Attitude In Berlin

Berlin dispatch notes mixed U S reactions to ambassador's recall. Mergenpost and Vossische Zeitung editorialize with caution. The Vossische Zeitung condemns destruction of American munition plants and warns against further German missteps.

Berlin United States Bumbhe Mergenpost Voskische Felting Tegort Amecicn Reilly Voswische Zelung Pris Antiansider Ors Snelr Geniti

Austria Delays Recall of Ambassador Dumba Amid Tension

Washington reports Austria had not yet acted on President Wilson's recall request for Ambassador Constantin Dumba. Officials declined to comment as Count von Bernstorff claimed no communication to James F. Archibald who carried Dumba's papers. No new steps were taken regarding Franz von Papen or Consul General Nuber in the incident.

Washington, Dy Austria Wilson Constantin T. Dumba Nkewine Count von Bernstorff James F. Archibald Hr Duimba Centain Franz von Papen Nuber Dr. Duma Washington Aindhasmdle Bernuin Privacey Owas Morry Ordank Gernat Unite States Stee Amertents Gerard Alierson Berman Nake Germany Tzipsing U.S Hitathe Sal Lansing

Travis Park Church Debating Team Wins League Cup

The Travis Park Methodist Church debaters clinched the Howarth De paling League title by defeating Trinity Methodist. Ernest and Frank Gray led the opponents as Erle Racey and Dilworth faced the winners. The debate topic urged the United States to constrain ships in war materiel and cotton shipments to pressure England. Alensra Facey and Dilworth upheld the affirmative. Broest and Frank Gray the negative. Judges included Menara, Eakeley, Johnson and Ives. Thies won the closing round as attendance was large. a new series is planned under league sponsorship. The Light donated the silver cup and thanked the debaters and host venue.

Travis Park Methodist Church Howarth Trinity Methodist Travis Farley Ernest Frank Gray Erle Racey Dilworth United States England Alensra Facey Broest Gray Menara Eakeley Johnson Ives Ludget Thies Ieague Jeague Debsters Mm. Spears

Germany sends second note on Daduna case in a week

Reports indicate Berlin pressed Washington on submarine warfare and the Alfred von Tirpitz era concerns. Officials weighed potential responses as public opinion and diplomatic signals framed the crisis, while negotiations over maritime conduct tangled with broader U.S. neutrality questions.

Germany

Berlin Upholds Notts and Bruin in Germania War Talk

The German paper defends its stance on the United States submarine incident and ariaes that Britain is to blame for belligerent acts. It asserts the German captain followed instructions and urges the United States to direct demands to Britain, not Germany, for violations of wartime rules.

Brruin Tondo Germania

Stolen Car Case Tied to Jitney Service Disputed

Rah Gweaa's auto from Besar County Home for the Aged was stolen and used in a local jitney scheme. Driver L. Croskett testified that he pursued the vehicle after seeing a strange man driving it and helped detain three suspects until officers arrived at Hot Wells.

Rah Gweaa Besar Disney Mr. Crockett Garan Hot Wells Poiles Laicaster David Wert Garza D. Berray

Burleson dies after long illness in Lockhart area

James Green Burleson 59, brother of Postmaster General Albert S. Burleson, died in San Antonio after a long illness. He was a former Lockhart postmaster, president of the Lockhart school board, active in charity and education, and survived by a widow and six children. Funeral planned in San Marcos with services by local undertakers.

Lamer Carley East Laurel Street MiBah Mary Green Id J. J. Green San Antonio Lockhart Senator Cullerson Wilson Timetal Lockhart School Board Y Es Henry Blake Ai Antonio Edward Burleson James Green Burleson Emma Kyle Burleson Elzabeth Burleson Rachel Burleson Albert S. Harrison Emma Kyle Burlason Lallie Macdonnell Austin Carlos Bea Richard Negler Sari Austohia Tey Sidney Burleson Washington, DC Fenny Morris Ban Marona George Albert Ad Burleson Macdonnell Misa Emma Mecnonnedl Burleson San Marcos Tex Burtegon Cits Ban Taetinta

Midshipmen Training Mission Notes From Houston Yard

In Houston Texas officers guard against a recurrence at the Brooklyn yard believed or raida iy thet virinity We Miss Meat Secretary Daniels in telling Ayedslan Chamber af Canyneres tu or capacity ana efficiency aif the one Thinnon ANNNaas OT WoneR Glaluts. My fine we the yard bls gnotieh to ww as Phe THOWAY TEEPE FTE.

Clin Huston Tex Bell Windern Congress Washington Ately Nesbork

Anoline Brome MG Bord Repriced Amid Turbulent Market

A fragmentary report notes Anoline Brome MG Bord and related entities amid pricing shifts. The text references locations and groups in a terse, partly obscured form, reflecting a chaotic market scene with unnamed parties and uncertain outcomes.

GARRANZA 10 KEEP ORDER ON MEXICAN SIDE

Neville, Sept 11. Reports say Carranza warns against border trouble as U S tensions rise. Sources indicate concern over potential raids and orders to maintain strict discipline on the Mexican side near the river. No raiders reported. patrols along the border intensified and troops held ready.

Garranza

General Castro Heads North to Inspect Northern Front

General Castro, chief surgeon for General Obregon's forces, travels from Monterey with Fernando Cuatro to San Antonio and along with other officers prepares to bolster positions. Obregon and Trevino move toward Paredon to observe advance lines of Constitutionalist troops and plan for a decisive battle with Villa's forces in northern Baja.

T. M. Caetra Olregan San Antonia J. G. Trevino Atatts Svere Paredon Lto Cnntra Salt Batiie Villa Snidiere Bexiec

Rebels progress in Texas reported by Tampico journal

The Tampico Journal prints a dispatch from Nueva Laredo claiming American rebels gain ground in Texas. Mercedes is reportedly taken and Harlingen and Progress face attacks as the rebellion grows. The U S Federals remain silent amid the outbreak.

The Tampins Journal Harlingen Progress Texas

Villa Ant Dabina in Clash at Santa Barbara region

Reported clash near Santa Barbara Chihuahua as General Tonnes United and Villa Adheran engage in fighting. Details are sketchy with scattered claims of troop movements and a large force involved, as observers note potential further contact.

Villa Ant Dabina EL Paso Tes General Villa Anfiend Tommy al Sevta Santa Barbara Chiluahua Villes Promerts de Villa Savaramat Gener Urnitin Uno

Norway Buys Boats From New York Firm

The Norwegian government awarded the fleet contract to the American Boat Company of New York. The boats will be built in Norway to help bolster the fleet with the first ships arriving under the accord.

York Seal Goverment Wompany New York Twilters Flbiland Lope Seboirtin Cotinwyie Tne Vnl Tena Anderson Baal Norway

Carranza's Proposal May Be Accepted In Mexico

Jesus Agu na, acting secretary, reports that Carranza warns against yielding to factions. He urges peace through constitutionalist forces and invites ministers to a Rio Grande meeting to discuss reestablishing Mexico's government, seeking mutual recognition and friendly ties with the United States.

Columbus Day Observance planned in San Antonio

A Columbus Day celebration will be observed in San Antonio on October 12 as decided at a Friday gathering at Joh Gordo's home. A committee led by Jue Obrivitl Jeba Glorday Kleherd Meszetrl will handle arrangements, with plans to provide enjoyable activities under Austin auspices and news that the Texas legislature designated the day as a state holiday.

San Antonio Atd Howe Columbus Bay

Murder ruse warns wealthy over servant choices in New York

In New York on September 11, Inspector Faurot warned the wealthy after the murder of Mrs Elizabeth Nichols by three robbers who used an unfaithful servant to gain entry. He urged vigilance against employing vagabond servants and warned against allowing servants access to jewelry. Police said they had lost the trail of the three suspects.

New York Elizabeth Nichols Militanaire Faurot Weiner

Plans for $66,000 factory building on East Commerce block

Friedrich, proprietor of a billiard table and Te rigra ine factory at 92 East Commerce, plans a tentative $66,000 factory building on the block bounded by East Commerce, Paso Honda and Pine streets. Melodrich said plans are under consideration and likely delayed by war, though land was purchased with intent to erect a modern plant.

BA Friedrich Billiard Table Tefrigeraine East Commerce Paso Honda Pine Streets Melodrich Ahea Annie Monens

Bailey in City as Senate Candidate Rallies San Antonio Crowd

J W Bailey former US senator arrives in San Antonio at 1 41 a m from Rue to speak Friday night addressing Karnes City meeting. He plans to run against Morris Sheppard in the 114th Senate race and Mr Bailey heads to Arenoii for a return engagement before leaving Saturday night. Ardant Suffragist figures and local chatter mark the day’s political climate.

Joseph Weldon Gailey United States San Antonio Rue Karnes City Morris Sheppard Bailey Arenoii Piclock

Unclear medical complaints prompt public reaction

The fragment describes widespread complaints about a product or condition causing headaches and stinging sensations. Mentions of gummers, stek ness, pains, and various garbled names suggest a chaotic account of adverse effects and responses, with references to remedies and unnamed individuals.

Vanderbelk Wins American Championship in Striking Fashion

In a tense final, Vanderbelk defeats Miss Burling to claim the American championship. The match sees Vanderbelk take an early lead and extend it as the rounds progress, securing victory with decisive plays and a strong rally in the later stages.

Jewish Funeral in Accord With Talmud in St Louis

In St Louis the first Talmudic style funeral is held for Rabbi Zugharik Rosenfeld who died yesterday. The service will proceed with a casket carried by men to four congregations under his authority. The event draws about 30,000 orthodox Jews, with funeral rites conducted according to ancient law.

ST. Louis Zugharik Rosenfeld Mebreate Neholar Rabi Rosenfeld Joseph Ansen New York Hymen Cohen Baltmore

Why Not Have Curly Wavy Hair Beauty Talk

Fragmented OCR reads like a beauty advice blurb urging alternatives to straight hair. Mentions curly and wavy hair benefits, hair products, and a segment called Beauty Talks featuring Amber. The text is garbled with nonsensical phrases but centers on hair texture and styling ideas.

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