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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1916
Page
6
The article notes a fifteen year steady rail price of 28 dollars per ton and predicts a rise to 33 dollars by United States Steel Corporation. With high booked orders, European peace prospects, and postwar reconstruction demand, the iron and steel industry signals broader national prosperity for years to come.
Reports claim General Ynez Salazar left the United States for Mexico to incite Mexicans against American forces under General Pershing. Fear grows along the border that he could cause trouble. the bandit had earlier boasted of intending to murder American Thomas Fountain after taking him prisoner.
A historical critique accuses United States actions of failing to court martial Salvador Salazar for the Thomas Fountain killing. It argues US leniency allowed Salazar to reenter Mexico, where he threatens Americans along the border and could incite further disturbances.
An analysis condemns a so called mathematical argument against military training camps. The piece notes the author overestimates or misapplies figures estimating national preparedness costs and asserts real costs and benefits of training camps. It argues preparedness remains essential despite flawed calculations and calls out superficial reasoning.
A national wave of elections unfolded last Tuesday with Bryan Texas highlighted for its far reaching impact. Voters faced pivotal issues that could steer policy and local direction beyond the immediate race.
In Bryan Texas voters approved allowing chickens to run at large across streets yards alleys and gardens. The decision signals a shift in local norms and is described as far reaching with potential implications beyond poultry policy.
The article notes Texas fire loss per person at 3 dollars annually, with last year’s Texas toll totaling 12.9 million dollars and half of that for residences. It states many dwelling fires stem from unsafe flues and urges removing dangerous flues as a major fire prevention step. The figures compare U S and Europe per capita losses.
The Memphis News-Scimitar notes Governor Ferguson of Texas feels vindicated for his push to use force along the Rio Grande after Mexican bandits crossed into U S soil. It credits federal adoption of his approach, suggesting it brings him satisfaction though not a Senate seat.
Bethlehem Steel reported profits of 17,172,812 for the year as President Schwab warns that a government armor plate plant would threaten the steel industry. He notes the firm offered armor plate at 396 per ton versus the current 425, illustrating the industry’s claim of being bluffing before Congress amid the Baby Act debate.
The Greenville Banner warns against people who meddle in others affairs noting that those who intrude with no business cause trouble. It argues meddling is painful, potentially dangerous, and those with little to do often stir up trouble by dabbling in others concerns.
A Terrell Transcript note contrasts a farmer who once balked at $1.50 horse shoeing with his current ability to pay $18.75 for a new auto tire. The anecdote illustrates a shift in perspective on living costs and consumer expenses.
The Orange Leader notes New York savings banks hold nearly 2 billion dollars, about 45 percent of national totals, suggesting New Yorkers are wealthier than residents elsewhere. With about one tenth of the national population, per capita savings exceed the national average by more than four times.
A Belgian authority notes American aid totals 7.5 million dollars in direct money for Belgian war relief. Food, clothing, and other goods valued at over 89 million dollars have been shipped as of February 1. The Belgian finance minister, visiting the United States, urged Americans to accept Belgian gratitude.
The Burnett immigration bill with the literacy test moves toward passage in the House by a nearly three to one vote after Senate approval. It has been vetoed twice by Taft and Wilson, whose objections remain, and it may be sent to the president again for a third time.
The Nieuwe Rotterdamsche Courant denounces the sinking as indefensible and cowardly with harsh phrasing. The Birmingham News notes Dutch resolve and frames the incident as a clear offense that ignited swift, decisive reaction.
The Eternal Magdalene opens Monday night at the Grand Opera House for a three day run. A frank drama by Robert McLaughlin stars Miss Clara Joel and centers on reform, vice, and charity as a rich reformer confronts his past. The production ends with a revival of conscience and a climactic mob scene. The play continues Tuesday and Wednesday with a matinee Wednesday. A new flexible electric range feature is also advertised.
Daily Fashion Hint notes the popularity of ruffles in lingerie frocks using organdy and fine net with handkerchief linen and batiste. It describes a gown with narrow ruffled underskirt on organdy, embroidered batiste panels, a batiste bodice, round collar, vest, and organdy sleeve ruffles ending in a snug cuff.
The Memphis News-Scimitar warns a 400,000 trainmen strike within 30 days could stall commerce nationwide. It argues for a speedy settlement of eight hour day demands, noting both workers and railroads have rights but national needs must prevail to keep freight moving.
China, the original home of the hemp plant, produces more hemp than any nation except Russia, reflecting its vast agricultural capacity and historical cultivation.
The Rose Fairy plans spring work with the Golden Bumblebee and friendly fairies. They toil to prepare bushes but the ground is frozen until a Gnome suggests sleep and morning dawns with the dirt loosened at the roots enabling growth.
The New York Evening Post surveys postwar questions from politics to industry and the soul of man, pondering state versus individual, socialism, and the fate of talent. It notes British tire policy after the war and German postwar concerns like fertilizer, workers’ housing, and a South China bank, suggesting a recognizable world reshaped by mass action amid catastrophe.
The writer argues the party ballot with many unfamiliar names forces voters to choose at random and questions whether this is better than the old system. The piece compares random voting to informed choice and notes the winner may be far from the voter's familiarity.
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