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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1917
Page
6
The San Antonio Light and the San Antonio Gazette provide an exclusive AP day report service. The notice lists publication offices at 609 511 Travis Street between Avenues C and D with standard post office matters.
The San Antonio Light reports a six month daily average circulation of 22062 for the daily edition and 26356 for the Sundry edition. Net paid averages were 20437 for the daily and 14124 for the Sunday edition. Audit Bureau certification is cited and the paper claims a 50 percent higher paid circulation to advertisers in San Antonio than any rival.
The piece contrasts wartime invention myths with practical limits and cites San Antonio politics. It questions a parrot carrier message idea, critiques Sam C. Bell and endorses Walton D. Hood, and reflects on President Wilson's war aims and democracy versus monarchy. The article links national moral stakes to local elections and future peace.
In the wake of Commissioner Steves resignation San Antonio voters rejected the political machine that chose candidates in a downtown room. The election demonstrated strong opposition to backroom plotting and asserted the public’s demand for open candidate selection.
The essay argues U.S. entry will widen the issues at stake in the war and strengthen both physical and moral support for the Allies. It cites Wilson's stance against aggrandizing power, notes Russia's revolution as a moral catalyst, and predicts a broad moral influence on monarchical regimes worldwide. The text anticipates a shorter war due to U.S. resources and emphasizes universal effects beyond the belligerent nations.
A Mexican public debate centers on a German plot claim, reflecting ongoing division within the country on the issue and its implications for national policy and public opinion.
The inquiry asks whether a fallen German emperor would be styled with a different name like Bill Hohenzollern, drawing a parallel to how deposed rulers are sometimes renamed. It contrasts with Russia where the czar was deposed.
Colonel Roosevelt stopped at the White House and found the President out. He left his card and departed, perhaps dusting his shoes on the doormat as he went.
Editor argues the Cuban revolt will push U S sugar costs up by 100 million dollars, increasing the tax burden on Americans. The piece condemns perpetual bills on the public.
The remark argues Germany would have avoided U S war by a one year delay if the Bryan peace plan had been accepted. It contends Bryan's peace theories would shape real outcomes in practice.
Samuel Gompers voices strong disapproval of the court decision in the Adamson eight-hour case. He warns loss of authority could push him toward drastic statements and urges Congress to act to calm labor unrest.
The Galveston Tribune quotes Robert E. Peary arguing that command of the air is essential and that naval and land dominance without air control is worthless. The piece stresses American ingenuity and energy as the drivers of flight’s establishment and favors broader aerial protection benefits for the United States.
A Fort Worth Star-Telegram summary notes a New York display replacing German products with 175 samples of domestically produced goods. It shows many lines previously not made in the U S and even raw materials sourced domestically. The exhibit marks new payrolls and markets created by necessity. The article asserts the postwar business will endure domestically.
The April focus of conflict is noted as a trend with five of six wars starting in the month. The Revolution began April 19, 1775. Black Hawk War began April 21, 1831. Mexican War began April 24, 1846. Civil War Fort Sumter began April 12, 1861. Spanish American War began April 21, 1898. A special Congress session is set for April 2 to tackle grave international problems.
The 1916 newspaper advertising boom is described as the era’s greatest development with heavy advertisers nationwide exploiting wage increases. It notes abnormal activity in northern and eastern cities due to war orders and wages, affirming newspapers as the cheapest and best advertising medium.
French correspondents in London debate the phrase wait and see as a cryptic wartime idiom. Only M Coudurier of Jour nal de Geneve attempted a direct rendering Attendez et vous verrez se qui arrivera, thirteen syllables versus three. The piece notes English as Europe's tersest language.
A historic address declares war on Germany, lamenting broken peace but affirming resolve. The speaker contrasts U S restraint with German aggression and urges mobilization, sacrifice, and unity to secure swift, lasting victory and honor the nation’s heritage.
Otis Skinner dominates the Grand Opera House stage in Mr Antonio a Booth Tarkington comedy drama. His portrayal of the hurdy gurdy man Antonio Camaradonio That’s Me blends humor with pathos heightened by his own persuasive personality. The performance is described as a masterful blend of acting and moral undertone with supporting roles meeting high expectations.
A cabaret show titled Cutie's Birthday Pal headlines the Majestic tonight with production headed by Kenny and Hollis. The evening features Freshy's Initial as the afterpiece and Harry Tate's Fishing offers a comic centerpiece, promising a night of vaudeville style entertainment by local performers.
A social butterfly Mildred seeks luxury but faces humiliation and a wealthy husband. She learns through compromise and love that ambition may come at high personal cost, and her journey toward self respect unfolds in a notable melodrama.
A wartime appeal urges wealthy men to abandon idle luxury and join the khaki ranks. The text cautions that enemies loom at the borders and wealth will be useless in a dungeon if not used to defend the flag. It ends with a call to duty and a note from Cyrus K Savage.
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