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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1916
Page
14
An AP Leased Wire Day Report provides concise national and international briefs. It delivers quick summaries of major events, political developments, and notable incidents with emphasis on clarity and timeliness.
The article debates neutral flags and decoys in naval warfare, argues for limits of belligerents rights, and critiques Carranza supporters and opponents. It notes false rumors of Carranza seeking loans in the United States and mocks opportunists exploiting reforms for profit.
The piece denounces claims that New York bankers will not lend to Mexico as baseless distortion. It argues certain foreigners in Mexico and American allies enjoyed privileges under Diaz and Huerta, pursuing money over Mexican rights amid upheaval.
The Wilsons visit Des Moines drawing attention to tipping laws. Attorney General Cosson suggests tips from servants could violate state law if spent, but may be souvenirs if kept. Officials note potential double standards and ponder annual souvenir declarations for workers.
The article argues nations create precedents in wartime and examines Germany's milk blockade claim. It recalls General Uhrich in Strasburg in 1870 asking for milk for infants and Von Werder’s reply that milk would come only if surrender occurred, warning that such precedents rebound on the makers.
A Springfield Republican excerpt notes Britain keeps a conscientious objector loophole in its conscription bill showing a reluctance to full militarization. It cites religious scruples driving movement across Europe and to America, and contrasts past neutral privileges with universal service.
The Detroit Free Press editorializes that Montenegro’s storied courage and independence merit pity as the nation faces overwhelming force. The piece argues Germans seek strategic gain, with Austrians advantaged against Italians if Montenegro falls, and no room for generosity in modern warfare.
The New York Tribune asserts Mr. Taft is wholly mistaken in saying a majority of Republicans prefer defeat with any non regular ticket. The editor notes the paper supported Taft in 1912 but maintains a neutral stance on current party prospects.
The Baltimore American notes a continent with linked states as a model for peaceful coexistence and mutual independence. It reports that over a thousand leading minds from twenty-one republics gathered in Washington, united on industrial independence as a common goal.
The Detroit Free Press comments that the Hamburg America Line remains a private entity in its relations with Germany, comparing it to the Krupp gun works, and noting ongoing custody matters without judging guilt or innocence.
The letter argues vaccination is a near perfect smallpox prevention. It cites German 1874 law, decline in deaths, and Chemnitz and Manila cases showing far fewer or no deaths among vaccinated groups. It claims large scales of vaccination reduced smallpox mortality and asserts minimal transmission or adverse effects, urging policy adherence.
A fresh fabric resembling corduroy with plush like finish appears suited for sport coats. Soft pastel colors, flexible drape, and wrinkle resistance define its appeal. Featured youthful coat uses long lines, a double novelty belt, large shawl collar, gauntlet cuffs, and self material pleats at bag pockets.
A fragment reflecting on the potential of serum therapy to combat typhoid fever hydrophobia and diphtheria with a nod to Charles Tarver as a proponent of medical progress.
An observant citizen seeks enlistment at Fort Sam Houston amid preparedness fervor. An examiner tests his fitness by hearing a ticking watch. the man hears it faintly but confirms, prompting the remark that his hearing is remarkable even though the watch hasn’t run for two weeks.
The Pittsburg Press discusses the need for birth statistics, noting the 1915 census first created a registration area covering ten states and DC. It argues birth data are vital for military estimates and child labor laws, insisting registration benefits public administration and individual rights.
Nina's kitten Spooks eats a stolen fish behind a store and falls ill. She feels sick, wanders the basket, and Nina and Cook hurry to help. The medicine tastes bad, and Spooks vows not to hunt outside again.
Senator Chamberlain warns that no European nation favors the United States while urging readiness. He cites a warlike, industrious rising power in the Orient and notes shifting views of the president on preparedness. The remarks urge transparency and vigilance amid global tensions.
A girl watching a selfish boy over a gate gives him six kisses for six chocolates. Later a married woman recalls wealth and beauty, then abandons her unhappy life for a handsome rogue, only to find the chocolates have turned sickening. In the Empire lounge a lonely woman meets a man, hesitates, then accepts a ride. The tale ends with the lure of fine chocolate and a vague supper.
An elderly Scotswoman, having endured much travel, visits a friend only to learn the alarming symptoms have subsided. She asks after Mrs. Crawford, who replies she is nearly well. The visitor expresses disbelief at the improvement after the long journey.
A brief newspaper quotation records a judge’s remark about a local woman, noting that others report she is among the town’s cleverest. The line captures social gossip through a courtroom exchange.
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