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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1915

Page

8

Troops clash with Mexicans along border amid firefight

Reports from the border describe a clash between American troops and Mexican forces near the Rio Grande. Fire was exchanged over hours with about 600 shots fired. combatants hid in brush and riverside cover as cavalry and infantry engaged. Casualties include American fatalities and a rising Mexican death toll, while border patrols guard towns and guardhouses.

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Chicago Weather Report Notes Varied Temperatures Across Cities

The bulletin lists daily temperature readings across multiple U.S. locations. It highlights the warmest and coldest points, noting Chicago reached 46 degrees and other cities reported different highs and lows. The document emphasizes a wide range of temperatures and regional differences in a compact weather summary.

Service Permit Motion Hears Rival Shipping Interests

The hearing before the commission examined whether to grant permission for continued operations. Mr. Stibba stated that while an interstate carrier application had been filed, the panel favored existing conditions and did not yet approve extended service. Representatives including Congressman Garner discussed leveraging efforts to persuade the commission to grant the permit.

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Petition by Auto Trip for National Woman Suffrage Support

Miss Frances Nialliffee of San Francisco and Sarah Garfield of Portland travel by automobile to Washington DC carrying resolutions adopted by the Women Voters Convention and a 100000 name petition urging Congress to enact a national woman suffrage law. The resolutions back Susan B Anthony plan for amending the Federal Constitution. The Convention adjourned after ceremonies at the Panama-Pacific Exposition.

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American with Belgians New York Lieutenant Colby Honored

Friends report Francis T. Colly formerly a New York lawyer has been appointed 2s Lieutenant in the Belgian army after a bravery citation. For ten months he led a motor ambulance squad in Paris attached to Belgian forces, funded by private support. Colby is a descendant of Rear Admiral Olis Colby and a noted hunter.

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No Verdict Reached In Corpus Christ Jury Deliberations

Corpus Christi Tex Sept 17 After six hours of deliberation the jury in the election fraud case offered no verdict by early report. Defendants remain in custody as the United States marshal continues to hold them pending further selection and action.

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Santos-Dumont Asked to Lead Americas Aeronautics Drive

The Brazil pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont, famed for early dirigible flights, was said to have accepted an Aero Club of America invitation to help launch a continental aeronautics program spanning Central and South America, with plans to foster a vigilant regional aviation effort.

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F-4 Type Retired In Navy Shakedown Order

Secretary Daniels ordered all F-4 submarines retired to inspection after a board of inquiry probed the Honolulu sinking disaster. The naval action, aimed at broader fleet upgrades, will likely bring related vessels to the Mare Island yard for examination and potential expansion.

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Resting Easier New York Retains Stability

An obscure New York note discusses Newman Hirh a financer and organizer, with fragmentary references to market activity and social events. The text hints at planned gatherings and a cautious tone about the day’s markets, though many lines are garbled.

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May Send Bryan on Peace Mission

Washington dispatch reports continued effort to dispatch former Secretary Bryan on a peace mission to belligerent nations in Europe. Dr Varze outlines a plan for a personal visit by Bryan to key powers, with potential stops in Berlin and other capitals, as American press groups coordinate coverage.

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Heat waves break near Atlantic coast amid storms and heat

Weather bulletin reports a disturbance of wind near the western Gulf states with showers and a ridge in place. A mid Atlantic high and a weakening front have cooled some areas, while rising temperatures persist in the Gulf regions.

Cardinal Dead in Florence Amid Diplomatic Tensions

The death of Cardinal Joiponnelli in Florence on September 1 recalls his role as bishop of Licca and prefect of the Congregation of Studies. His tenure sparked three years of notable diplomatic strain between France and the papal states as he oversaw church matters and attended to relations at Paris.

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Canal sets new traffic record in Washington event

Washington reports record traffic figures as the canal route moved 103,646 long tons of cargo, with 93 ships transporting 1,600 tons from Atlantic to Pacific. Government employees were reassigned for transfer duties while reforms and departmental reporting were examined for efficiency.

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Stefansson Finds New Land Southwest of Prince Patrick

Stefansson and companions reach Banks Land after a grueling march and hunt. They sail on the Pelican schooner Bear to Baillie Island seeking supplies and further Arctic exploration with Captain Lowson aboard. The expedition meets and plans to head north for additional discoveries as the open sea allows.

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Stefansson Arctic Expedition Message Reaches U S Navy

A garbled dispatch dates August 31 from Nome Alaska via the island to the U S Navy Department about Vilhjalmur Stefansson’s Arctic expedition. The report notes limited signals and indicates the expedition continues with plans and safety assessments for proceeding northward.

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