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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1916
Page
4
The San Antonio Light reports January 1916 daily average circulation of 20 566 copies and Sunday edition 24 923. Net paid averages were 18 555 daily and 22 845 Sunday. Audit Bureau certification supports advertising guarantees of higher paid home circulation in San Antonio.
The piece contrasts a Wilson warning on uncertain future international relations with Roosevelt's defense of a large army. It argues against labeling preparedness as militarism and urges readers to consider tomorrow's possibilities rather than present hysteria.
The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce argues Southwest Texas should attract film companies by contrasting Texas climate with California. It notes California has harsh weather this winter, driving costs for motion picture firms that must honor contracts regardless of rain or cold. The piece frames a strategic comparison to win favor for Texas.
The piece contrasts a Palmer Rustler editorial with a State Press urging outsiders to come to Texas. It argues Texas remains vigorous and active, not idle, and invites newcomers to participate in the state’s growing national role. It then shifts to theatre commentary praising E. H. Sothern and Otis Skinner, noting Sothern’s Hamlet and Miss Marlowe’s retirement mark the end of an era of great stage actors.
The article argues California’s film industry should move to San Antonio citing its mild winter climate and diverse scenery. It contrasts San Antonio with Florida and California, presenting the city as better suited for motion picture production with varied topography and abundant settings.
The stage world mourns as E H Sothern plans retirement following Julia Marlowe. The veteran actor leaves at the peak of power seeking a life of leisure though the lure of the footlights may draw him back.
The piece questions Sir Edward Grey and Britain’s handling of German charges about Captain McBride of Baralong. It argues for a clear defense and US inquiry, noting unclear proof and asking whether British sailors also showed mercy violations under war law.
The New York World argues that most Republicans bear Wilsonist taints and that only one candidate, the colonel, opposes Wilson entirely. The piece claims that no Republican can be free of Wilson influence and mocks endorsement of Wilson’s methods.
The St Paul Dispatch notes Japan, exploiting wartime conditions, renews its demand on China with no change from eighteen months ago. It states the terms remain intolerable to the United States, Great Britain, France, and Germany, though alliance shifts and influence have altered global dynamics.
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes that ten states now have abolished the death penalty for murder including Kansas Maine Michigan Minnesota North Dakota Oregon Rhode Island South Dakota Wisconsin and Tennessee. The Tennessee case centers on a veto timing dispute involving Governor Rye and the Bowers act with a legal ruling limiting a five day veto period during legislative recess.
In a moonlit garden 18 year old Rose-Red Youth debates love and marriage with a worldly older man. She counters his cynicism about diamonds sable and cars, declaring enduring devotion matters more than wealth as she muses on love’s perpetual summer.
The piece argues motor transportation will surge as motor trucks and tractors replace draft horses. War curbed horse numbers while boosting motor manufacture, and postwar sales will flood markets. Factories will serve private buyers as vehicles reduce horse burdens, benefiting industry and urban life.
A sharp exchange between a worldly woman named Rose-Red Youth and a self assured man ends with her declaring she will not be swayed by love or marriage. She dismisses the idea as foolish, asserts she is not naive, and walks away embracing independence.
Louis Mann delivers a major stage triumph in The Bubble at the Grand Opera House. The five character cast, led by Mann, blends humor and pathos as an old shop keeper faces a fraudulent gold mine scheme. A Saturday repeat performance is announced.
The piece labels those pushing for war as unpatriotic and reckless while praising the president for seeking peace with justice. It argues that rushing youth to the shambles in Mexico or Europe would be a grave crime placed on the shoulders of the provocative jingoists, not on the steadfast leader.
A three year old girl Beth accompanies her brother to school where she disrupts lessons while scribbling pictures at the desk. The puzzled teacher lets Beth draw beside her, Beth falls asleep, and the teacher suggests Beth return when older.
The Boston Globe argues for backing Carranza in Mexico, warning against undermining him as done to Madero. It stresses that U S support could avert chaos, curb Villa’s provocations, and aim for non intervention and lasting peace. Carranza must act boldly to deserve public trust.
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