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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1916
Page
4
The piece contrasts bohemian culture with real artistic life and notes that the bohemian ideal is elusive, often found elsewhere than imagined. It recalls a 1900s diplomatic standoff where President Roosevelt warned Germany over Venezuela arbitration, highlighting firmness and political commentary involving Bryan Gore O Gorman and Lodge.
The piece cites William Roscoe Thayer's Life of John Hay to warn that fears of a US entry into war over Lusitania and other issues echo past events. It recalls a 13 year old episode where Germany Britain and Italy used a "peaceful blockade" against Venezuela to pressure payments to their subjects.
In a Senate debate on arms embargoes Senator Lodge argues against punishing one belligerent while another could access supplies. Senator O Gorman asks if Lodge believes the U S should sell munitions to any belligerent. The article notes the issue is muddied by appeals to neutrality and international law.
Newspapers urge William Howard Taft to be named to the Supreme Court vacancy created by death. Supporters cite his legal temper and chance to elevate the court, while Parker argues his varied service and international law knowledge fit the chief justice role.
The Temple Telegram argues critics should compare Mexico’s current peace restoration to how other governments evolved in earlier periods. It suggests impatience stems from viewing Mexico against a more advanced civilization and urges regard for its ongoing political development in Montezuma’s land.
A San Francisco newspaper held a favorite book contest and the Bible won first place among contestants and judges. The top letter praised the Bible as timeless, noting romance poetry philosophy and spiritual inspiration, with lasting works tracing to the Bible according to the McKinney Courier-Gazette excerpt.
The Temple Telegram argues that the public should embrace home ownership for every family as a path to national preparedness. The piece links civilian housing with financial interests and national defense, appealing to broad support across classes.
The New York World suggests former President Taft for the vacant Supreme Court seat. The Evening Journal admires Taft's fitness and believes he would honor and serve the nation well, irrespective of party.
The Springfield Monitor argues Republicans should bury past strife and refuse to let Roosevelt dictate the party’s course. It urges loyalty to candidates and policies against a dictator’s influence and notes Roosevelt’s bid in 1916 as unacceptable interference. Also mentions the sugar trust and beet prices in the Paul Dispatch.
Albert Payson Terhune adapts his tale into a novelized version based on the Pathé film of The Red Circle by Will M. Ritchey, continuing themes from his earlier works. The original 1915 copyright is noted, signaling literary revival of a silent era adventure.
Max Lamar and Chief Allen pursue the Red Circle mystery by tracing a disguised thief who handled women's coats and a pawned jeweled brooch found with Jake. Sam Eagan, a reformed cobbler and associate of Circle Jim, is pressed to reveal his links while Tom Dunn lurks outside the rotting Cobbler district.
Daily Fashion Hint notes the hoop skirt returns as essential for young stylish debutantes. Fashions emphasize wide hoops with drooping shoulders and miniature bouquets, in net and pussy willow or faille. The illustrated gown features no sleeves, a basque bodice, and a glazed flower corsage for color contrast.
Long Tack Sam and troupe perform juggling magic and multilingual acts while Britt Wood renders the mouth harp with banjo and dances. Gladys Clark Henry Bergman star in The Society Buds though lacking punch. Marie Lee and James Donovan provide comedy and dance in varied acts. The Natalie sisters offer live musical numbers as Camille trio opens the show.
The Grand Opera House hosted Sunday afternoon and night performances of Bringing Up Father. The McMenus style entertainment drew large audiences. Johnny Jess as Jiggs Mahoney earned special commendation for his portrayal.
A mosaic of brief witty exchanges and humorous captions from various papers. References include Burroughs and Lenders jokes about likeness and debt, Boston Transcript snatches, London Opinion wordplay, a wool hatred taunt, a fishing tale quip, and a prohibition town druggist remark praising a contentious tonic.
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