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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1917
Page
4
An opinion piece denounces a proposed Texas bill by eighteen senators to ban liquor advertising and newspaper ads. It argues the measure violates constitutional rights, cripples business, and would hinder commerce, urging a gubernatorial veto and noting Governor Ferguson’s pledge to veto liquor laws.
The measure may pass only if the governor signs despite a failed two-thirds House vote. Prohibition advocates press on while opponents face continued harassment for pushing long-needed constructive legislation.
The piece sharply questions national readiness for conflict, highlighting the Sixteenth Pennsylvania infantry's poor physical condition. It cites 2174 feet among 1087 soldiers with many feet in ill shape, missing proper footwear, and various ailments. The author mocks mobilizing chiropodists but warns larger flaws exist.
A Texas Third Court of Civil Appeals vaccination decision in New Braunfels clashes with a Texas Supreme Court stance from San Antonio. The piece notes ongoing friction between the highest court and an inferior court, quoting past disputes over the local option pool hall law and broader concerns about uniform judicial authority.
A historical note laments inconsistent Texas rulings where one county allows pool halls while another bans them and San Antonio vaccination policy clashes with New Braunfels, arguing such discord signals a flawed judicial system and raises questions about the court’s supremacy.
The submarine dispute over armed merchantmen sees Britain and the United States backing gun use for defense while Germany opposes. Statistics show 72 of 78 armed liners escaped attacks versus only 7 of 100 unarmed ships, suggesting arming will improve port arrival chances.
Henry P. Fletcher has a Thursday meeting with President Wilson ahead of his anticipated departure for Mexico. It is believed the discussion covered the capture of Villa, whether dead or alive, and related diplomatic matters.
The article notes that if Germany maintains its wartime precedent, men who torched interned German ships would be ennobled on their return to the Fatherland provided they survive and reach home.
The text notes German belief that the United States is detaining Von Bernstorff, arguing the U S could have released him earlier, around the time Ambassador Dumba was expelled. The tone reflects wartime diplomacy and retaliatory sentiment.
A commissioner lost a forty dollar overcoat in the court house prompting a ban on beggars bums and bootblacks from the building. The remark suggests extending the ban to keep them off the streets, noting others have overcoats.
An Alabama guardsman received six months in prison and a $60 fine for criticizing camp conditions in a letter. The case underscores the old rule to keep eyes open and mouth shut.
Richard Moore, a 50 year old section hand, died in Iola Kansas while saving a passenger train from disaster. He had no known relatives and the county will bury him in a pauper's grave. The piece notes many unsung heroes who risk their lives without recognition.
The Temple Telegram argues the British blockade harms trade but Germany’s blockade costs lives. It states the United States cannot accept loss of life even if it endures trade losses and explains the distinction between the two wartime blockades.
Texas will receive 583855 dollars from the federal apportionment for good roads for the year ending June 30 1918 provided a state highway department is approved by the Legislature. Uncle Sam criticizes waste and demands efficient machinery for road construction before releasing the 10 million dollar appropriation.
The Cincinnati Times-Star notes a shift in how hunger strikes are viewed. It observes that Mrs. Ethel Byrne’s refusal to eat while imprisoned fails to stir public interest, as authorities forcibly feed her, and declares the 1917 model no longer current.
The editor lauds the $250 fine against a Brooklyn vaudeville theater for excluding a sailor in uniform. It argues such acts insult military service and should boost enlistments. The piece notes a soldier’s tunic is full dress, likening it to royal court attire and condemning discrimination.
The Boston National Grand Opera Company may return to San Antonio for a short engagement next season after talks begun by the San Antonio Grand Opera Committee. Houston has booked four performances, Dallas reports sold out houses, and San Antonio awaits definite word on remaining on the annual tour.
The afternoon aria introduces Mme Tamaki Miura the Japanese prima donna to San Antonio. Her tender delicacy and tragic death scene impressed audiences while Gaudenzi and Marr supported with strong voices in the Butterfly tale.
Elvira Severoni as Suzuki drew praise for dramatic power while Romeo Boscacci added humor as Goro. The cast included Giorgio Puliti Paolo Ananian and Bianco Whiteley. Conductors Fulgenzio Guerrieri led a beautiful Puccini score with strong orchestral support.
Hammerstein musical Katinka charms in a romantic, witty production at the Grand Opera House. Alice Ryan and Henri LaBonte deliver strong performances with Rackety Cop a standout song while the harem scenes provide comic intrigue. The run continues Friday night and repeats Saturday and Sunday evenings.
Al and Fannie Steadman bring their popular act back to the Majestic in Piano Capers with a humorous skit. Steadman writes his songs and shines as comedian while Fannie charms as a comedienne. Also featured are William Gibson and Texas Guinan with Honk Honk Maybe.
Emma Bunting and her troupe present St Elmo at the Majestic Monday and Tuesday with matinees. Edna Earle grows from a Tennessee blacksmith’s granddaughter to womanhood under Mrs Murray and Pastor Hammond. Whitaker as St Elmo Murray delivers a dramatic, moral performance in a well mounted production.
Oliver Morosco and J Hartley Manners bring Peg o My Heart back to the Grand Opera House for four days starting Monday with a 3 o clock matinee. The play has been a phenomenal success earning nearly a half million dollars in profits last year and continues to draw strong crowds due to its humor and romance.
The excerpt highlights curtain remarks praising the play Peg o' My Heart for its range from laughter to eye moistening moments, appealing to audiences seeking emotional variety in theater.
Starting next Monday the Heidel berg Girls begin a three weeks’ engagement at the Strand Theater with shows twice weekly. The company, among the best singing troupes on the road, features many fine voices. Milton Schuster and his dancing girls perform today and Sunday at the Strand for the last time with Jakie and Ikey in Honolulu today and The Bean Trust Sunday, plus the usual big picture program.
Irene Fenwick stars with Owen Moore in the Paramount Picture A Girl Like That at the Famous Players Empire. Fenwick plays a bank robber’s daughter who joins a gang then reforms to help capture her accomplices after confronting danger and tragedy.
President R K E Vinson and UT faculty petition lawmakers for a full investigation of university affairs. The petition urges immediate inquiry per the board of regents and the Ex-Students Association to address ongoing rumors and restore institutional honor.
Charters filed in Austin Texas list Bergson Stone Realty Company Dallas with 5000 capital and several incorporators, Golden Rod Milling Company Fort Worth with 30000 capital, El Paso Citizens Beneficiary Association and El Paso Hunt Company with no capital stock, Roddie Commission Company Menard with 30000, Creek Oil Company Beaumont with 12500, plus charter amendments for Hall Cycle to Hall Fischer Tire and Hunch Oil & Gas, Novice State Bank capital rise, dissolution certificates for multiple firms, and surrender of two corporate permits.
The Madison Square Presbyterian church observes Vocational Day this Sunday to help young men and women choose life work. The Sunday service will feature the sermon The Fundamental Adjustments of Life as the pastor urges earnest youths to hear guidance for their futures.
An archaeologist at the University of Pennsylvania uncovered an undelivered clay letter dating to about 4000 years ago. The find suggests a forgotten ancient mail scenario as the letter remained unopened until discovery.
The Weekly Nation asserts U S entry would shift the war toward democracy and boost Allied morale. It notes America’s wealth, brains, and industry as a key factor and questions separate peace adherence, praising President Wilson as a strong leader.
Paris reports the Temps argues American war would occur only if Germany sinks U.S. ships. Berlin may accept war, while Spain’s Premier Romanones stresses Spain’s aim to protect citizens and aid humanity through firm but conciliatory notes to Germany.
The article notes the United States now claims possessions that rival Britain for global span after acquiring the Danish West Indies. It cites Culebra as the easternmost land near Puerto Rico and Baabac in the Philippines as the western extremity, with the two points separated by nearly 180 degrees.
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