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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1917
Page
4
Announcement shows post office receipt in San Antonio as second class matter with publication office located at Nos. 609 511 Travis Street between Avenues C and D.
Subscription rates for Daily and Sunday with carrier options and mail terms. Includes one month, one year, and special Mexico rates. Two price levels shown with advance payment terms and single copy prices.
Directory fragment lists Paul Block Inc offices across New York Chicago Boston and Detroit with address details at Fifth Avenue Malters Building Safe Deposit Trust Building and Kresge Building respectively.
The San Antonio Light reports a six month period ending September 30 1916 with a daily average circulation of 22062 for the daily edition and 26766 for the Sunday edition. Paid averages were 20477 and 24424 respectively. The Audit Bureau of Circulation certified the figures and the paper claims higher paid direct home circulation in San Antonio than any other local newspaper.
The article weighs President Wilsons peace proposal against reactions expected from the entente allies Germany and the American people. It argues that entente and German responses will reflect self interest and strategic aims, while Americans favor avoiding war though opinions differ on the best path to do so.
The piece reports on critics of a proposed universal peace covenant led by the president. It notes Mr. Bryan’s view against placing the US army and navy under an international council dominated by European powers. It questions the balance of power logic and questions extending the Monroe doctrine into Europe.
A delivery boy delivers a $63.50 pair of rhinestone decorated shoes to a hotel guest while noting high prices in New York. The article details $75 evening slippers with rhinestone heels, $45 everyday shoes with purple blue metallic kid, and longer skirts driving leather costs. It cites shoppers spending up to $150 monthly and a trend toward newer styles every three days, linking costs to kid skin prices and fashion cycles.
A satirical tidbit notes Josephus advertising for naval ammunition bids. All US offers were deemed too high while a British bid was accepted. American firms stayed silent, choosing to wait, then significant surprise followed the decision.
The British government bans English firms from exporting munitions to anyone but Britain. Josephus had accepted a bid from England, then faced the denial as UK policy shifted. American munitions makers stay silent, knowing they must supply domestically at the lowest bid, meaning higher costs for the public.
Italy is slated for a leading role in the forthcoming allied offensive in Macedonia with expectations that a top Italian commander or unit will head the operation, signaling strong participation and strategic importance for Rome.
A Chinaman has discovered a shorthand system intended for use with Chinese writing. To the uninitiated, any shorthand appears as Chinese characters or symbols.
The Navy Department awarded a contract for 14‑inch and 16‑inch shells to a British firm, highlighting that England has overtaken the United States in this key defense production area.
Thomas Mott Osborne, former Sing Sing warden, is serving a voluntary term at the Portsmouth naval prison to report on its conditions. The remark about personal taste echoes a proverb-like line.
The Leipsic Neueste Nachrichten comments on leak charges in Washington praising the inner purity and invincibility of German monarchial government. It argues that belief remains feasible for supporters despite American faults and mass immigration to the United States.
The Pittsburg Post suggests that after any peace, a commission may be needed to evaluate and award credit to the many pacifists whose efforts helped bring about the outcome. The piece argues there is glory enough for all rightful claimants.
D F Houston secretary of the Federal Department of Agriculture says ocean production will become a major line of orchard development in the southern states. He notes the nut is uniquely balanced in raw form with high protein and fat and low water, among fruits. Utica Observer.
Police Commissioner Arthur Woods urges motor truck owners to curb horn use. He says reduced horn reliance would improve driver discipline, enhance pedestrian safety, and ease street footing across New York City. The call reflects a broad public safety aim.
Memphis News credit Governor Stanley with facing a furious mob, restoring order with decisive command. It lauds his courage as saving Kentucky and the South from a potential tragedy and calls him a towering personality who calmed the crowd.
Texas will host many homeseekers from northern states this week as communities market resources and opportunities. Advertise honestly and warmly to welcome and sponsor their investments. a thrifty responsive homeseeker builds progress and prosperity for every Texas community.
The State Jersey Cattle Club notes Texas now houses more Jersey breeders than any other state in the Union, with figures showing Texas leads by a wide margin. At Shreveport last August editor Glover predicted that tick eradication and permanent pastures would let Texas and the South dominate the dairy industry, supplying high bred dairy cattle for prosperous herds as progress continues.
The Majestic presents Harry Girard and Company in The Wail of an Eskimo an Alaskan incident with songs and a Klondike camp setting. Acts include Monday Morning with Johnny Dovers Remnants by Raymond Bond and a dual gender performance by Jeri Fayne plus three other varied numbers.
John E. Kellerd defends presenting The Merchant of Venice in schools arguing the play teaches mercy and Shakespearean richness. He notes his performance alongside Charles B. Hanford and Khyva St. Albans. Kellerd appears in Hamlet tonight and Macbeth on Saturday with a strong company.
A Prince for a Day is featured at the Strand Theater this week in a musical comedy that has drawn crowds in New York and Chicago. The plot follows a debt ridden young American who must marry an uncle’s widow to inherit wealth, with a money lender, an amateur detective, and his sweetheart driving comic complications amid abundant dance numbers and lavish scenery.
The Empire theater played to capacity crowds yesterday for Mary Pickford in The Pride of the Clan. The Pickford feature runs three days more, with strong patronage expected today and Saturday. She plays Marget MacTavish who becomes clan head after her father drowns.
Jamie Campbell a fisher lad wins love with Marget though she is fostered by Mrs Campbell and the Countess of Dunstable learns of a living heir. The countess and count urge a match for status. Marget sends Jamie away. a storm and a rescued goat note lead to a happy ending.
The three act farce Peck's Bad Boy with fourteen musical numbers plays Sunday at the Grand Opera House in matinee and night shows. Not a film, the original stage comedy starring real actors promises a riot of fun and music from start to finish amid high audience demand.
Cyril Ormsby vows to marry Miss Myrtle Vereker but his father Sir Owen, who objects to the age gap, secretly raises Marian Vereker as his wife. A shock twist reveals the lover’s rival is now the stepmother, transforming the romance into a family matter under the Ormsby name.
A reader from M Allen Texas laments Gov Funston’s troop rotations and defends the Twelfth New York Infantry. The letter contrasts firemen and police pay conditions in San Antonio, praising officers and denouncing harsh critics while defending department leadership and policing standards.
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS Mo Jan 25 W A Northcott of Springfield Illinois former lieutenant governor and longtime head of the Modern Woodmen of America died here today He led the fraternal order during his career
In a Charlotte scene from the Christian Herald, she enters the yard and compliments herself, remarking she is prettier than the man. He cautions her to behave, noting her behavior will determine the outcome. She assessments him as naughty in a sharp, playful exchange.
Shipments of 800 horses and 600 mules, all army animals, arrived at San Antonio from El Paso. Mules go to Leon Springs remount depot, horses to a remount depot north of the post. After inspection they will be pastured at the military reservation as part of a plan to make the area a major holding center for army stock.
Harry K. Thaw, hospitalized in Philadelphia for self inflicted wounds, shows progress toward recovery but will likely remain in the hospital at least two weeks. Detectives guard his bedside as authorities pursue extradition on the New York kidnapping indictment. His mother stays at the hospital during this period.
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