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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1917
Page
6
The six months ending September 30 1916 report shows daily edition average circulation of 22062 copies and Sunday edition 26756. Net paid daily circulation stood at 20437 and Sunday at 24124 after removing unsold and other leftovers.
The city and county political machine failed to deliver a decisive win in the San Antonio school board race, pulling only about 350 votes amid alleged law violations and heavy campaigning among Mexican and Black voters. The defeat signals growing voter resistance and claims the machine is crackable despite future primary and election spending.
A reader notes the Congressional Record holds much to study, including recent Senate debate on the President's request for a declaration. The comment highlights the nation's proofreader as the only person likely to read it all.
The article analyzes Senator Warren Harding of Ohio delivering a clear speech arguing against war hysteria and press bias. It praises his stance for defending American rights and unity, and for resisting war as a democratic duty tied to preserving the republic’s soul.
The piece argues Cuba’s unanimous Congress vote for war signals a growing democratic spirit among nations. It likens Cuba to a child among powers and notes France’s aid to the American colonies, predicting the United States will repay that support as other powers trend toward democracy.
The article lauds Cuba for declaring war with total parliamentary unity and moral motives. It contrasts Cuban solidarity with divided sentiment in Britain France Russia and Germany and argues Cuba's stand exemplifies militant democracy and gratitude toward the United States.
Residents are urged to join a broad effort to support a bell appeal, with organizers calling for public turnout to spread awareness and raise funds. The call emphasizes local participation and community unity.
Washington reports unusually good Alaska crops, contrasting with Texas worries. The line suggests Lewis Maverick has no machine and relies on his own record to run.
A historical note suggests Colonel Roosevelt’s insistence that any overseas expedition without his division would fail, reflecting his steadfast strategic mindset and influence on campaign planning.
Report from Utica Observer notes residents of recently liberated French villages believe England capitulated while fighting on the front. They are startled to learn the war continues and British forces remain active.
Judge Lovett, chairing the Union Pacific system, testifies before the Newlands railroad investigation committee. He says Texas effectively bars railroads from borrowing for improvements by restricting bond issues to valuations set twenty years ago. Texas now builds less than 25 miles of new railroad annually and trails its steel rail needs by twenty years.
The League to Enforce Peace, led by former President Taft, calls for a people powered push to adopt a league of nations. He notes a two thirds Senate vote is required to ratify any Wilsonian treaty and stresses citizen responsibility to seize the opportunity for a world service.
A German commander at the Georgia concentration camps in Philadelphia declares for his military group that they give no pledges. The confession signals a likelihood they would evade rules and commit vandalism if privileges were granted, so authorities impose strict guard and wire restrictions.
A heated city council meeting unfolds as Commissioner Uhr accuses a policeman of misconduct and uses insultH terms. Mayor Brown intervenes to calm the session, witnesses are called, and Uhr withdraws charges only to face push for full investigation with trial set for next Monday.
Commissioner Garland protested the selection of Adolph Uhr as judge in Precinct 36, while Mayor Brown urged both sides could choose their own judges. Report notes Mr. Bell’s relatives among election officials and mentions a $2500 appropriation for election expenses. The opening baseball game invitation was accepted.
The city council on Thursday named presiding judges for 49 precincts and approved provisions to alter assisting judges and clerks if those appointed fail to appear. The list includes Edwin Routledge for Precinct 1 and Joseph Lodovic for Precinct 2 among others.
The Majestic theater presents a cabaret night praised by a Houston critic for originality and novelty. The act opens with song and dance and ends with a patriotic curtain scene featuring three figures in colonial attire before an American flag backdrop. A stage bar with real sawdust adds to the Bowery atmosphere.
Louise Glaum stars in Sweetheart of the Doomed at the Empire Theater today and tomorrow, with a Sennett-Keystone comedy Stars and Bars. The film portrays an Angel of the Armies of France who reforms through love and faith while aiding wounded soldiers at the front.
San Antonio film fans await a major event as Madame Sarah Bernhardt appears in Mothers of France a World Film Corporation release filmed in French trenches battlefields and Paris studies. It marks her likely last motion picture performance and showcases her dramatic range.
Letters must be signed by the writer to be published anonymous submissions are allowed though typewritten signatures and stamps are considered anonymous publication does not imply endorsement by The Light publishers.
A citizen letter condemns a school board election as rife with illegal voting and machine politics. It alleges police and deputies ignored interference, recounts fights at multiple polls, and praises The Light for supporting cleaner politics while urging patriotism and vigilance.
A reader criticizes city officials for the declared cleanup week in San Antonio, noting no visible progress. He urges action on Houston Street near the Riverside restaurant site, damaged by fire two months ago, and asks Fiesta visitors be considered.
A native Texan brands the Young Settler as unpatriotic for opposing the Fiesta. He accuses the figure of wanting to place the dollar sign on the American flag and to haul down the Liberty Bell.
A letter signed "A Young Settler" is denounced as a disturbance with claims the Fiesta should not be abandoned. The writer defends the event as vital to preserving Texas independence traditions and patriotism in the city.
A civic notice reports efforts to enlist a home guard regiment for city defense against attacks or destruction of four residents have not met with success. The source outlines ongoing pursuits to mobilize armed volunteers for safety.
A friend of Burke, the Grand Opera House assistant manager in San Antonio, sends a poem praising naval service. The piece vows to follow Burke to sea, join the navy, fight for the country, and honor sailors after departure from theater life.
Joseph C. Sweeney advocates forming Home Guard units in cities across Texas. He calls for youths aged 15 to 18 and men over 20 ineligible for the army to train and display patriotism amid tensions with Mexico and other threats. He offers to provide plans and interview interested readers to help organize the movement.
A Spanish War Veteran denounces those who refuse admittance to soldiers in uniform and defends the honor of the Stars and Stripes. He recalls his own service since 1898 and argues for laws against insulting the uniform, praising loyal soldiers and their families.
Cities along Paul Revere's 1775 ride will join in a Patriots Day program on April 19 with a Continental rider traversing the route during daylight. A war rally is set for Boston Arena, and next Sunday churches statewide will mark Patriotic Day with clergymen urged to preach on military service. Cardinal O'Connell backs the effort.
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