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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1916
Page
6
Styles for Spring 1916 Decree Bold Trouser Drapery
The National Association of Merchant Tailors outlined spring 1916 fashion with baggy knee trousers and draped hips. They endorse single bustled coats, loud Scotch plaids, and a shift toward more sitting room though prices rise, with neutral blue serge options for British-friendly wear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Association of Merchant Tailors
St. Louis
Merchant Tailors
Adequate as a stumbling block in national defense
The piece argues that opposition to the administration's preparedness plan centers on the word adequate. Dissenters fear overreach, while ultra conservatives demand full public detail. It defends secrecy as necessary for national defense and questions claims that the administration has been too modest.
Principle as a Crowbar Ends War Between Baseball Groups
The dispute over the Federal League and organized baseball ended when anti trust charges faded after a Chicago court action. Public opinion shifted as prices dropped and the two sides reached a settlement in which the Federal League clubs bought into organized baseball, dissolving the outlaw label.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Circuit Court
Chicago
Organized Baseball
Federal League
Outlaws
Coast defenses and preparedness debate in national policy
The piece critiques administration plans for huge coastal defense guns and questions costs construction and operation. It argues secrecy and expert obstacles hinder preparedness while comparing the anti trust dismissal to private gain, suggesting distrust in government actions and political concessions.
Venizelos Prosecution Tests Greek Crisis of Monarchy
The article argues King Constantine seeks charges against former Premier Venizelos to curb his power as Greece faces political upheaval. It says Venizelos commands broad popular support while the monarchy risks alienating the army and allies. The piece warns Constantine faces a decisive moment that could determine his survival or downfall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constantine
Greece
Venizelos
Hellenes
Sanguinary Struggle Coming in Western Front
The Galveston Tribune notes the belated but massive buildup by Belgium, France, and Britain to hold the western front. It argues a grand German offensive is unlikely but a spring thrust may yield intense, bloody fighting as both sides have fortified the line beyond previous efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Belgium
The
Marne
England
Galveston Tribune
War costs show massive losses and economic impact
Swiss statistician Colonel Hennsler estimates five million military deaths since hostilities began in Europe. Theodore H. Price assesses death and disability costs at 17.5 billion dollars, valuing a productive man at 6500. French economist cites 388.8 billion in costs, France spends 420 million monthly, and the London Economist editor notes 50 million daily. Cot ton and Finance offers 60 billion, excluding pensions for cripples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hennsler
Europe
Theodore H. Price
France
London Economist
Cotton and Finance
Fort Worth
Get the Assassin Reward Proposal for Villa Chiefs
The Chicago Herald suggests Carranza offer a $10,000 reward for each of the two Villa chiefs Lopez and Reyna linked to the Chihuahua massacre. The note urges rewards for these men alive or dead or for information to capture them, and higher rewards for other gang members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carranza
Villa
Chihuahua
Lopez
Reyna
Is Kansas Slipping
The Kansas City Star laments state decline due to underfunding. It argues the Legislature failed to sufficiently support schools, charities, and prisons, citing Lansing prisons and vetoed sanitary cell funds, and notes deteriorating schools and roads amid poverty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Lansing
Kansas City Star
Nonpartisan defense program gains cross party support
The Nation's Good notes Democratic splits over preparedness but highlights broad backing for the program. Former war secretaries Root and Stimson, Republicans, endorse it, signaling merit and national interest over party fortunes. Dallas Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Mr. Bryan
Mesers
Root
Stimson
Dallas Journal
The Red Circle Novelized From Pathé Photo Play
A syndicated notice announces Albert Payson Terhune's novel The Red Circle adapted from the Pathé film, credited to Will M Ritchey and dated 1915. The notice lists Terhune as author and notes copyright details for the work and adaptation.
Peace at Any Price ends with a cliffhanger chase
In Surfton a moonlit pursuit pits Patrolman O’Hara and Max Lamar against the famed crook Smiling Sam Eagan. Eagan battles to escape along alleys and cliffs while Lamar closes in, ending with a brutal cliffside struggle at the ocean’s edge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam” Eagan
O'Hara
Eagan
Sam
O’hara
Fagan
Max Lamar
Sam Eagan
Lamar
Daily Fashion Hint on Silk Jersey Sport Suits
The sport suit moves from heavy duty to trim smart wear suitable for street use in emergencies. Silk and wool jersey remains popular with this year bringing novelty silk jersey in color blends. Suits mimic street fashion with semi-tailored hats and buttoned shoes. colors gray and navy dominate.
No such thing as stuck-uppishness about her says loyal servant
The loyal servant defends his mistress against charges of class discrimination and the wealthy attitude toward workers. He notes she orders him around just as she does her husband, and she shows no difference in treatment between them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrolman O'Hara
Surfton
Patrolman O’hara
Coast Guard
O'Hara
Wyck
Surfton i
O’hara
Sam
Lamar
Eagan
Jamar
Wes
Patriotism and a Texas flag law push from readers
In a letter to The Light, writers urge passage of a state flag law and flag in every school. They cite D A R efforts, past bills in the Texas Senate and U S Congress, and call for strong anti desecration laws. Local figures and veterans factions back the stance, lauding school flag salutes and patriotism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daughters of the American Revolution
Texas
Doughty
Ward Templeton
L. H. Bailey
Senate
House
Congress
United States
Sheppard
House of Representatives
The
Elks
Redmen
Laredo
Washington
Boston
Faneuil
St. Mary's Boys
California
Golden State
Brodbent
Somaney Department of Texas
Wis T
Nankervis
United Spanish War Veterans
Confederate Veterans of
Rattlesnakes and Saloons Recalled in Travel Talk
A traveling man recalls changes over a decade noting many saloons opened since and compares a modern scene with ten years ago when encountering a rattlesnake on the road would be a certain sign, as Brondie Pole adds a local recollection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brondie Pole
Washington
Not to Be Missed A Quip on Egypt Pyramids
A brief exchange shows a wife urging a trip to Egypt to see pyramids while the husband questions the choice and jokes about aging marvels being wasted away. The quip captures domestic humor and curiosity about ancient wonders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Egypt
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Tonio
San Antonio E Gazette
Board of Ordnance
War Department
Albert Payson Terhune
Caleb Conover
Syria
Pathe
Will M. Ritchey
Albert Payson
Terhune
Metropolitan
Lakes
Max
June
Nature
Jane
Alma la Salle
Mary
Miss Travis
Light
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