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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1916

Page

5

San Antonio Light circulation and notice details

The fragment outlines newspaper circulation data for The San Antonio Light, noting daily and Sunday averages, office addresses in Chicago Boston Detroit and New York, and references to the Audit Bureau of Circulations procedures. It mentions sample copies, returns, and the role of advertisers and agencies in circulation reporting.

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Too Late The Call To Quick Military Preparation

The piece echoes a Congress clash over national defense urging Americans to heed David Lloyd George’s warning that the nation may act too late in militancy. It stresses patriotic duty to prepare now, lest future regret fall upon the country and its workers.

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Economical progress supports San Antonio school bonds

Walton D. Hood, president of the school board, argues in favor of issuing 816000 in school bonds. He says bonds would not raise taxes and could even reduce overall costs, while neglecting school improvements would be imprudent. The piece endorses timely action to meet pressing educational needs.

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San Antonio urged to vote for school funds on January 25

City leaders warn that neglect and procrastination hinder progress. They urge voters to support the school funds to avoid backward development and to ensure forward growth across public services, especially in schools, as part of the city’s broader development.

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Shortage of Cotton Boats Hits European Market

The article notes a cotton shipping shortage as Britain withholds vessel space for food, cutting Gulf port exports. Freight rates rise, Liver pool prices peak, and American exporters retreat. Expectation that Britain will reallocate ships to cotton when needed.

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Water tensions among Dallas Fort Worth and San Antonio

The piece contrasts Dallas water abundance with Fort Worth drought fears while noting San Antonio enjoys reliable, high quality water. It questions regional pride and calls water a rare commodity amid contrasts in North Texas and cites historical drought context since 1909.

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San Antonio Water Costs Seen as State’s Cheapest

The article argues San Antonio benefits from abundant water, keeping costs low while Dallas faces future drought concerns. Fort Worth residents contemplate paying half a million for a reservoir and its implications, reflecting a view that San Antonio’s natural resources create broad opportunities without overextending effort.

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Slayden's Pan Americanism plan sparks rebuke over Mexico murders

The piece condemns James L. Slayden for proposing to rally Central and South American nations to avenge seventeen American citizens killed by Mexican bandits. It argues the suggestion insults U S leadership and asks whether a weakened Mexico should trigger international military cooperation. The author accuses Slayden of dangerous, belittling politics during a period of tension along the Rio Grande.

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South Rejects Law Respect in Mob Violence Discussion

An editorial condemns mob violence in the South as undermining legal order and trust in official enforcement. It argues that vigilante actions against crimes, including against women, threaten the social and legal foundations and urge restoration of lawful authority for 1916.

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British Labour Unions Threaten War Effort, Says Record

The Philadelphia Record argues that British labor unions hinder production and could doom England unless Lloyd George secures labor support for munition work. It asserts many workers oppose union obstruction yet questions if they represent the majority of laboring folk amid a national crisis.

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Plea from Railroads for Relief on Trespass Damages

The Denison Herald reports railroads urge relief from the large damages caused by trespassers on railroad property. It argues public safety, rail and passenger protection mandate law to curb habitual trespassing.

Rondy Denison Herald

Safety of Children on Streets Emphasized in Training

An article stresses that child safety relies on home training and continuous instruction from parents. It warns against permissive parenting that neglects simple rules of safety and urges definite guidance and practice at home and in daily life.

Iself Dianapolla

High Noon to Readhrt and Pacifist Campaigns Rise

The article reports a Washington meeting of a pacifist committee launching a peace campaign opposing war preparedness and endorsing a doctrine. It notes a legacy claim about men who sat on a tree and sawed it off, and reflects on laws and reports from the past year including child labor reforms and labor commission activity.

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Rabbit Man Vastenoble Captures German Prisoners At Front

In a village en route to the front a strange hunter named Vastenoble traps birds and rats with improvised devices and traps. He later helps capture two German soldiers on a forward island, earning the captain's praise for his unconventional methods.

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Daily Fashion Hint Explores New Ninuses and Lace Styles

The column describes the latest fashion trends featuring ninuses with pet ana Hee or seorgette and lace, returning Venice lace and Ty Palssy Willow details. It highlights sheers over foundation garments, color accents, and ribbon bands, noting yellow shades and coordinated ensembles for afternoon wear with velvet or satin accents.

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CENSORING A COMET DISCUSSED IN NEWS ACCOUNT

The article laments suppression of details about a new comet discovered in South Africa and discusses superstitions surrounding celestial visitors. It notes editors removed references to Kintha and Browning and contrasts European reactions to comets with historical omens linked to rulers such as Tullus Caesar and the Turks.

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Carranza’s Education Reform Named Nation’s Greatest Revolution

The article lauds Venustiano Carranza for overhauling Mexico’s education system. It notes a shift from ignorance, with plans to send U S trained instructors to teach in Mexico. It describes a mass movement to uplift 12,100,000 peasants through widespread schooling and literacy.

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Sleepy Time Tales For the Little Folk

A fragmented children story describes toy geese saved from a shop window by a girl and her crippled brother. The duo fall, break a leg, and are later purchased for pennies by the girl to become beloved bedtime companions. The tale ends with the toys stored away, leaving the reader to imagine their return.

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Publicity push for International Fair expands nationwide

The Kansas City Journal reports a major publicity drive for the International Fair with San Antonio and national papers praising the effort. Editors urge citizens to support the event, predicting wide benefits and a grand display when the fair opens.

Butter Trade Disrupted by War Across Global Markets

The war disrupts global butter channels, with Germany relying on offshore supply while Russia redirects output to army needs. Denmark Sweden and Australia remain major exporters. Britain imports from Denmark and Russia increases in wartime. The piece notes large annual trade volumes and shifts in production as nations reroute dairy to support war economies.

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Health Commission Warns City Against Grippe Spread in Cold Weather

The health commissioner warned Philadelphians about grippe spreading due to crowded homes and shops. He cited Chicago data showing outbreaks among 350 lodging-house residents and urged moderate heat and nourishment to reduce susceptibility.

Prim Ry Neopis Chicago

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