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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1914
Page
4
A Vermont reader urged Theodore N. Vail of Lyndon as a possible governor on a nonpartisan line. The idea drew mockery, noting his wealth and corporate leadership, while acknowledging his administrative experience might appeal in lean times.
The article recounts United States minister Charles J. Vopicka in Prague and Bucharest drawing diplomatic rebuke after he criticizes Emperor Francis Joseph and acts seen as unconventional. Reports note correspondence and gossip reaching Secretary Bryan and officials, signaling diplomatic concern over his behavior.
Washington gossip centers on President Wilson editing inscriptions by Dr. Charles W. Eliot for two post office pavilions. Eliot was reportedly unaware of the changes made before Woodrow Wilson’s presidency, with revisions stressing peace and mutual goodwill over original wording.
The article contrasts President Wilson’s and Dr. Eliot’s words on greatness and industry. It highlights Wilson’s humane understanding, reframing “Enlarger of the public life” as “Enlarger of the common life.” Lincoln’s spirit is praised for this democratic empathy.
The piece contrasts Mr Irvin W Cobb on European bathing with Dr Elmer Lee of New York who claims bathing is unnecessary. It notes Lee’s claim that man is an air animal and a bathtub is an enemy, while acknowledging some risks of excessive or extremely cold baths. The author leans toward cleanliness as essential and future generations will still deem uncleanliness a vice.
A Journal of Commerce column notes that blizzard shortages show apartment living cuts residents off from suppliers. It describes gas cooking, steam heat, elevator service, and four bedroom suites renting 150 to 200 dollars monthly. The piece laments loneliness, lack of neighborly ties, and restricted outdoor freedom for children, despite urban conveniences.
The Philadelphia Record reports Gifford Pinchot attacking Senators La Follette Borah Bristow and Cummins in a speech at Huron D C. He claims if elected to the U S Senate he would stand largely alone, possibly with Dexter of Washington. The piece argues Pinchot lacks teamwork and would be one vote in ninety six for Pennsylvania.
Jean MacLean fears a spectral werwolf has ridden the moor and stolen her baby as a storm rages. A dawn search uncovers a real fugitive, Crazy Kate, found with the child, while the mother learns the creature was a frightened human woman seeking shelter.
The New York Tribune reports President Wilson appointed Raymond B. Fosdick to fill the long vacant immigration commissioner post at Ellis Island. The piece condemns prior administration for errors in cases including Mylius Castro Lloyd and Pankhurst and calls for a decisive, principled examiner to apply the exclusion law clearly and curb red tape.
A quirky plea circulates for donations as volunteers improvise a tire quilt project inspired by grandmotherly charity. The playful prompt links discarded auto parts to aid the needy, inviting community participation.
In a recent board meeting the Y W C A directors passed a resolution thanking The Light for its help in publicizing their building fund campaign. Willie G. Skinner, corresponding secretary, signs the note of appreciation, acknowledging the paper’s valuable assistance.
The Philadelphia Bulletin condemns a petition by counsel for eighteen convicted iron workers in the dynamite plot seeking presidential pardon. It argues the plea asks the president to override Supreme Court findings, insults judicial integrity, and would undermine the courts and constitutional process.
The Cleveland Leader notes Atlanta's public safety league and teachers fostered careful behavior in children, reducing streetcar incidents to one or none in 1913. It argues child caution, more than motormen, kept accidents low, making "Don't get run over" a successful motto.
The Baltimore Sun notes President Wilson’s confession to the National Press Club as a revealing human document. It portrays Wilson wrestling with status and responsibility, preferring detective story moments, and fearing political backstabbing, presenting him as the most human of all.
Syracuse Post commends the National Education Association for deciding that sex hygiene should be taught at home rather than in schools. The piece notes parents have traditionally resisted the topic, fueling ongoing agitation. It argues the issue centers on parents and schools not teachers.
In San Antonio, judge Osceola Archer, blind yet successful in business, travels by car and identifies his location by the feel of ruts in pavement. He can tell his exact street by recalling where holes lie. He jokes that once streets are fully paved he will need a new system.
The beaver Castor canadensis shaped early waterways and supply routes, attracting gratitude from settlers and soldiers for dam building that made streams navigable. But fur trade nearly wiped them out. now beavers are returning in northern forests and parts of Northern Michigan with trapping laws easing. If allowed to rebound, they may reclaim habitats in Ohio as well.
The Houston Post argues Mexican raids have invaded Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, stealing cattle and horses and harassing citizens. It questions the Texas governor's handling, urging federal border patrols and protection of lives and property. Col quitt and Garner are cited pressing the president to act.
Professor Orth of Cornell divides deserting husbands into two classes one who leaves and one who cannot support. Among 500 desertions in a city slightly over half were American born. About 19 of 25 are linked to drink. Other causes include another woman and laziness. Most deserters are 21 to 35. after that they seek a home. Prison, whipping cited as remedies. industrial education urged to prevent.
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