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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1913
Page
4
The article analyzes escalating U S Mexico relations amid Governor Lind's upcoming message to Huerta. It argues Wilson and Bryan precipitated the crisis, weakening U S leverage while bolstering Huerta. Huerta could exploit the situation for patriotic politics, shaping Mexican and U S perceptions during the standoff.
The Panama Exposition faces rebukes from foreign powers as Britain Japan Germany Austria Russia and Mexico offer reasons for nonparticipation. The piece mocks hurried explanations and argues the military path is single minded and long, warning against mixing military training with broader industrial and governmental aims.
The text discusses how the world will learn what Governor Lind was allowed to say and whether he could say it. It warns of possible unfavorable symptoms and notes that Wilson and Bryan seem to have forgotten that diplomacy hinges on making the other side ask and on the United States being able to grant or refuse.
The article critiques Secretary of War Gar rison for promising to remove politics from the army and to train soldiers in trades for civilian life. It argues that politics will always exist in the army and questions the practicality of compulsory trade development for all soldiers.
The National Association of Manufacturers is criticized for hiring Mulhall to influence legislation and punish friendly legislators. It plans libel suits against the Philadelphia North American over Mulhall revelations, risking public backlash and damaging its future. The piece argues the press cannot be terrorized and urges the association to abandon the suits.
Captain C. E. Johnston of the revenue cutter Seneca filed a detailed report on Atlantic ice patrol duties. He notes iceberg warnings, ice formations, berg drift, and lessons for mariners, plus observations of ice-region fishes and birds valuable to scientists. The Chicago Post praises its clear sailor style and usefulness.
The Iron Trade Review notes Colonel Roosevelt is invited to Australia to lecture on social topics as the country shifts away from radical ideas. A new ministry has begun curbing union preferences on public work and asserting public service equality and efficiency as the guiding standard.
Portland Oregon employs a novel system with garbage cans mounted on lamp posts. When emptied, a catch releases the half cylinder canisters that swing outward for easy disposal. The Beaumont Journal notes the city profits from shared innovation rather than private monopolies.
Reports from all sections indicate a bumper cotton crop with much ready to harvest. Weevil and boll worm damage occurs in some areas, but fruit remains abundant for pests and farmers. The crop will soon move north as Texas begins the duty of separating buyers from their money.
An internal revenue officer joins a three man plan led by Skov to raid a hidden distillery. Joergen, motivated by the $10 promised, is wounded but helps arrest Skov and his son. Laura learns the betrayal as the gang is captured and Joergen confesses his motive was only money for a red parasol.
One of Mrs Mortimer Lewis’s daughters wear a dainty frock at a garden fete. Eyelet embroidery forms a scant skirt flounce laid across a waist yoke, with a batiste main part pintucked by hand. Vallace inserts add delicacy while a pink satin sash and rosette sit at the natural waist.
Laura listens as Mrs. Skov confesses to aiding authorities by exposing a distillery and corrupt behavior. Skov curses, police silence him, and the revenue officer praises the confession while noting Laura’s sweetheart stayed loyal. Petra’s fate triggers anger and relief among witnesses.
The article describes Chinese hotel boys or waiters as picturesque, noting pigtails, robes, and silent slippers. They observe guests, anticipate wishes, and can perform humorous translating tricks with simple drawings. It also notes domestic thefts and servant boycotts causing families to lose staff and host hospitality under pressure.
The Houston Post notes the idea of Mr Bryan going to Mexico to mediate. The piece comments that peacemakers are blessed but risk swats when pursuing peace.
The Pittsburgh Dispatch notes President Wilson wants short tariff speeches possibly forcing Robert La Follette to limit his remarks to six days and a half. The clash over timing reflects a legislative push for concise debate on tariff policy.
The Columbia State questions whether Ambassador Wilson fully approves of the Madero family, implying mixed or cautious stance in the era's diplomatic coverage. The fragment suggests scrutiny of diplomatic relationships and public sentiment toward leadership in the region.
A Baltimore American remark questions Mrs. Pankhurst’s accomplishments and mocks her as an invalid, contrasting public actions with personal ridicule.
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