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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1916
Page
2
Secretary Lansing said the United States may discuss what qualifies as armament on merchant ships if raised by Germany. Congress shows no rush to action as the administration pursues diplomatic negotiations with Berlin.
A. H. Francis of Zenith Kansas reports severe back pain and limited movement. After taking about two-thirds of a Foley Kidney Pills 50c box, he regained full mobility. The ad states the pills aid kidney weakness and bladder issues and are sold by A. M. Fischer.
Mrs John Alexander Rogers of Boston formerly Miss Mildred Bond and Miss Nellie Ormond have opened a society hat and blouse shop. They studied art and aim to pleasing customers by harmonizing colors and styles. Ten percent of shop earnings go to three charities of which Rogers is a patroness and director.
Reports from the capital state both Senate and House will support President Wilson in refusing any abridgement of the rights of American citizens of the seas as outlined in his letter to Senator Stone. No opposition to a vote on the pending armed ship resolutions was found.
A Havas dispatch from New York reports Washington intends to break off relations with Count von Bernstorff and negotiate directly with Berlin. Submarine negotiations may move to Berlin, aiming for a quicker settlement amid the Arabic incident and limited U S communications. James W. Gerard’s broken collarbone is not hindering his work.
A Berlin dispatch on February 10 said it was not improbable that the last phase of Lusitania negotiations could be moved to Berlin. Ambassador Gerard would keep close contact with the foreign office to adjust terms and align American and German positions.
London newspapers publish President Wilsons letter to Senator Stone with wide satisfaction. The Daily Chronicle lauds his firm stance against Germany and his clear objectives. The Times notes his moral steadfastness while avoiding speculation on future actions.
The Morning Post lauds President Wilson for defining the national choice in the crisis with Germany, asserting his stance earns respect of the civilized world. Other morning papers echo similar sentiments.
The House military committee voted for a regular standing army of 140,000 men with a 2 percent recruiting allowance. The measure, supported by Republicans and three Democrats, exceeds the War Department request.
In Lisbon the premier said seven German ships requisitioned by Portugal faced sabotage attempts. An explosive was found on the Buelow, and the government plans to denounce the treaty with Germany, allowing it to lapse on June 6, 1917, with Portugal prepared for all outcomes.
The North German Lloyd steamer Buelow of 8965 gross tons and 462 feet length, built at Geestemuende in 1906, has been at Lisbon since soon after the war began.
Fort Worth detectives arrest G. B. Wiggins in the William R. Warren murder mystery after a two month inquiry. Wiggins is charged with murder following his Tulsa arrival and says he was bound for Taylor to take a job. Warren’s body was found ten miles west of Fort Worth near a stream with a woman’s shoe imprint nearby.
Ambassador Page reported from London that Britain removed thirty eight Germans Austrians and Turks from the steamship China or Shanghai. Officials gave no reply yet, but the action aligns with a war time policy to remove reservists and hostile aliens. The policy is not expected to wane.
In Houston at the Houston Country Club Mangham 20, and veteran F. M. Lewis from San Antonio, faced off in the championship flight finals. Mangham turned a one-up deficit at the turn into a one-up lead after 18 holes, with Mangham pulling ahead as the match ended.
Washington Star notes Henry Ford will discuss the essence and aims of his enterprise upon his arrival, outlining how his methods and products reflect his broader business philosophy. The article signals a focus on Ford’s views of industrial effort and consumer impact.
Chicago February 26. Mayor William Hale Thompson has asked Police Chief Healey for a bodyguard after threats to his life. He says the threats stem from his campaigns in the aldermanic primaries.
In Berlin Feb 25 the Bundesrath approved a decree to convert rejected skins and offal into livestock fodder. The measure bans imports of Begoc and limits material once used for glue and gelatin. The ordinance aims to curb luxury spending by prohibiting nonessential imports and repurposing waste.
An old advertisement notes GROVE Tonic promises to “Derive Out Malaria and Build Up the System” with a tasteless quinine and green tonic formula printed on each label. The 50 cents ad emphasizes the advertised medical claims.
Simon Baum proprietor of the Cinderella Shoe Store in San Antonio since 1882 died at his home at 200 Sixth Street. Death was due to heart failure after rheumatism. Born in Germany November 6 1887 he came to America as a youth and settled in New Orleans before moving to San Antonio. He leaves one son Jacob and four daughters. Funeral at his home Sunday at 10 with Rabbi Samuel Marks conducting and interment in the Jewish cemetery.
Mrs Mabel Bratcher 27 died Friday morning at her residence 225 Belmont street. A native of Welsh Louisiana she had lived in San Antonio sixteen months. Survived by husband W A Bratcher Fort Worth a son Joe Bratcher mother Mis sey Lee of San Antonio brother G A Hathaway and other relatives. Funeral from home Saturday 3 PM Interment Roselawn Cemetery.
John Messel, 87, longtime Bexar County resident and Bavarian native, died Friday afternoon in his South Flores street apartment. He was a retired merchant with no relatives in the United States. Funeral services were held Saturday at 9 a.m., and interment will be at San Fernando Cemetery.
Cosne McMunn aged 55 died at his home 214 Cadwallader street at 3 35 Friday afternoon. A native of the City of Mexico he had lived in San Antonio five years. He is survived by his widow Mrs Marie McMunn. Funeral from the home at 4 Saturday afternoon with services at San Fernando Cathedral at 4 30. Interment in San Fernando cemetery.
Mrs. Clara V. Tripp 38 native of Canada died at 8:30 Saturday morning in her San Antonio residence at 528 West Myrtle. A trained nurse she had lived here two months. Survived by parents Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Banting of North Dakota. Body held by Shelley-Loring Undertaking Company pending parental word.
Local ad from Shelley Loring Undertaking Co promotes automobile equipment. Company lists two phone lines 971 and another number with ady shorthand.
At a Travis Club luncheon in San Antonio Adjutant General Henry Hutchins and Captain John Long outlined tentative plans to form a militia cavalry troop. Attending were County Judge James R. Davis Major Clinton G. Brown Lt Col W S Scott Major Malvern Hill Barnum and other citizens. San Antonio currently has infantry units and a field artillery battery being organized, with cavalry eyed as a forthcoming addition.
Russian forces capture Kermanshah in Persia and move southwest toward Kut el Amara, placing them within about 150 miles of the besieged British at Kut. The advance aims to curb Kurdish bands and link with the British expeditionary forces in Mesopotamia.
The Amsterdam correspondent of Central News reports heavy fighting ten miles from Bitlis between Russian and Turkish forces. Russians attacked from Mush direction. Turks fought bravely but retired before superior forces.
Paris dispatch reports relentless German attacks north of Verdun with heavy losses on both sides. German forces 300000 strong, aided by heavy artillery and mortars, launch three wave assault after feints in Champagne. French reinforce and hold despite temps siege, fears of renewed offensive lasting weeks.
German forces capture the Dour Mont Verdun fort and push toward Paris, with implications for Paris and potentially London. The report suggests a major German breakthrough on the French front could alter the war’s entire outlook and threaten British cities.
Bucharest reports the Roumanian war office declares all naturalized citizens aged 21 to 46 must report for military service. The announcement comes as the war effort intensifies with conscription rules expanding to former foreigners now Roumanians. The move broadens the pool of eligible recruits amid ongoing hostilities.
A brief dialogue frames Willie Willis and his father Papa Willis discussing the idea of a neutral as a punching bag. Papa explains that it serves as the practice target for belligerents between rounds, capturing a boxing-moment tone.
In a brief exchange from a transcript, a diner asks if the restaurant serves healthful food while remarking that prices are sickening. The response is tentative, noting only that the cost may be high.
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