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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1913
Page
4
Editorial views President Wilson’s Mexico policy as peaceful and well meant while noting the limits of John Lind’s mission to Huerta. It argues that the Constitutionalists reject negotiations with Huerta and warns against abandoning Americans in Mexico, given treaty protections and citizens’ rights abroad.
The piece argues that Americans in Mexico deserve protection and that pressing them to abandon investments is unjust. It notes President Wilson’s stance on personal accountability for mistreatment, warns intervention may be needed, and critiques U S patience amid Mexican troubles while offering only good offices. It portrays U S restraint as irreproachable and calls for action if citizens are harmed.
In the business district a man was shot and another arrested after claiming a voice urged him to shoot. The incident follows the memory of Dr. Maverick's murder as the city plans a public auction of cheap revolvers, raising questions about citizen protection.
The essay critiques Edward Bok and his claims that U S colleges fail to teach writing. It notes Bok’s method using about six hundred student letters, finds gender bias in results, questions standards, and asserts colleges do not aim to produce literateurs, despite Bok’s controversial conclusion.
The passage argues that Bok's test is a small part of university work and that most English study aims at broad literature knowledge. It suggests journalism schools offer specialized training to cultivate expressive facility, arguing literature requires specialized practice beyond general education and many fail to attain notable writing talent.
In a rare cross party endorsement District Attorney Charles S Whitman appears on Republican Progressives Independents Fusionists and Tammany tickets. His Rosenthal murder case handling and graft probe are cited as proof of his value and the public reward for faithful service amid New Yorks political turmoil.
The Kaiser cites the Hohenzollern luck as linked to dynasty prosperity. A plain gold ring with a black stone supposedly passed from Frederick the Great and blessed the race, with legend claiming a frog once dropped it into birth trials. The ring was stolen in 1790, blamed for Prussia’s woes, and recovered in 1818 before the liberation war.
The piece argues Democrats can pass the tariff bill unless key senators bolt. It notes 47 opponents including Poindexter, with Democrats at 47 after Johnston's death and Culberson's illness. A tie is possible, and the vice president would break it.
Los Angeles operates seven municipal markets offering fresh vegetables and fruits at reasonable prices. The markets provide a strong financial return to the city and serve as a convenience for residents. A similar market would boost Denison's business life.
The piece notes Senator Saulsbury of Delaware urging a salary rise for the vice president from 12000 to 25000 dollars. It references Mr Marshall and his amended statement liking Washington very much and adds a humorous twist with the repeated very.
The piece argues the trial cannot be controlled by Murphy or his allies. It notes Court of Appeals judges sit with the senate, two thirds conviction needed, and public opinion stands against partisan influence. It asserts Sulzer must face the constitutional test, may testify, and his rights will be protected.
The Washington Post notes Pennsylvania's new eugenics law, enforced by marriage license clerks who ask 18 to 20 intrusive questions. Perjury or humiliation looms for applicants, while Wisconsin offers secrecy via doctor certificates. The piece argues humans defy scientific breeding and that eugenics cannot create supermen.
In Washington Mrs Nicholas Longworth models a loose graceful dancing gown with a transparent bodice and slashed skirt. The futurist silk dress features a jeweled girdle, white chiffon yoke, flesh tinted net, and accessories including slashed shoes and long white silk gloves with wrist embroidery.
A Kansas City Journal note suggests President Huerta’s ambitions distract from Secretary Bryan’s planned Chautauqua appearances. It portrays Huerta as self focused and meddling in Bryan’s speaking schedule.
The Chicago Record-Herald notes President Wilson hopes Congress will adjourn by October 1 at the latest, calling him an optimist and signaling an expected early legislative pause.
To the Editor I laude The Light editorial on disposing of cheap revolvers by leasing at auction September 3. Such guns have figured in crimes and should not be leased as they risk falling into unlawful hands. The city should seek safety over pecuniary gain. Robert Putman.
A New York Mall note cites Ruskin as originator of a long sentence but calls it mere laconicism compared with the alleged longest sentence in the Thaw murder trial presented by Counsel Delmas. It contrasts public taste, judgment, and the spread of opinion across culture.
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