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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1916
Page
4
The San Antonio Light archive notes the paper's founding dates and its merger with the Gazette while describing its role as an exclusive AP leased wire in early coverage. This item emphasizes the paper's long-standing presence in the city media landscape.
The San Antonio Light reports May 1916 daily average circulation of 21 089 copies and Sunday edition 24 836. Net paid averages were 19 325 daily and 22 686 Sunday. Audit Bureau of Circulation certifies figures as authoritative for advertisers.
The piece urges extensive prewar preparations citing British and French mobilization along the Somme. It lists railroads 3000 miles long tonnage of roads telegraph systems and buried supplies. It argues time is scarce and advocates full readiness to save lives and money.
The New York address by President Wilson, critiqued by Tue Lier, drew sharp reaction in Mexico. The remarks, deemed untenable, threaten to weaken Wilson at home, harm U S standing abroad, and hinder chances for peaceful Mexico relations as the speech circulates in Mexico City.
The piece argues Wilson’s Mexico policy signals and misinterpretations threaten relations. It claims Mexican reaction to perceived American retreat and nonintervention worsens ties and risks broader banditry and border conflict. It highlights misread assurances, troop movements, and cautious U.S. stance toward property interests in Mexico.
The article analyzes European wartime borrowing, focusing on Germany. It cites April 1 figures for loans to Austria, Turkey, and Bulgaria, Germany’s $4.35 billion in paper money, and a gold reserve of $625 million. It notes Germany’s per capita debt rising from $11 to over $60, with total indebtedness at $200 per person and projected Germany and Austria Hungary debt reaching $34 billion if the war extends to March next year.
A historical analysis argues that combatants are exhausting resources and raising casualties beyond prior levels. It suggests the war may have peaked, with economic limits reached and each major power likely to push for a decisive victory to avoid mutual ruin.
A historical note recalls Lewis an inventor who created a light rapid fire machine gun rejected by the US government but adopted by foreign powers. After unauthorized imports and military need forced usage, the United States reluctantly adopts the Lewis gun amid controversy over sponsorship and recognition.
The Austin Statesman reports Casement is to be hanged with an ordinary rope rather than a noble privilege. English papers claim madness, but the British court rejects mental unsoundness, labeling him either a traitor or a patriot.
The Mexican situation, at least temporarily, eased after General Carranza released the captured American troopers. The border reports were grim but this act suggests Latin republics oppose conflict with the United States and seek to preserve regional prestige.
The Corpus Christi Caller stresses that in wartime anger serves no one and calls for protection for Mexican citizens. It urges non hate and asks the dominant race to act with sincere goodwill to guide these Americans toward continued peace and order.
The New York Sun argues the nominee must reject hyphenation and treat all citizens equally He should oppose privileges based on race or foreign power influence and speak out clearly and emphatically to dispel any insinuations of bias.
The aging French widow Gertrude and her mistress react to Germany declaring war on France. The aunt prays for her son and receives updates from nephews, including a wounded colonel saved by his aide. A surprise thousand franc gift to the nephew shocks the household as family duty and affection collide.
A child named Tip plays on damp rocks near the tide with Baby John and Nurse nearby. A crab grabs Tip’s paw, injuring him. Nurse frees him, bathes the wound, and Tip avoids crabs afterward, retreating to his cage for the day.
Daily fashion notes favor one piece bathing suits for a perfectly proportioned figure. The new designs in maroon blue dark green gray and black feature slipping on or shoulder closures with bone buttons. Some styles include interwoven skirts belted waists or knee length cuts, marketed as more comfortable and flattering than frilly prior styles.
Governor Ferguson issues a plain spoken proclamation to Texans of Mexican heritage urging lawful conduct and loyalty to Texas. He warns against infiltrating outsiders inciting conflict and urges reporting suspicious figures to peace officers to ensure protection during border tensions.
A vintage fish dish describing baked shad prepared with a bread crumb stuffing of parsley and pork, baked forty minutes, served with butter and lemon slices, water cress, and radish roses. Hollandaise sauce instructions detail Tarragon vinegar reduction, egg yolks, pepper, and butter, strained and kept warm.
A San Antonio haberdashery customer balks at receiving 70 cents change for a dollar after collars rise from two for a quarter to 30 cents per pair. Clerks and dealers cite wartime effects, scarce stock earlier, now ample supply, and overall price increases across the United States and Canada.
A Washington National Geographic Society bulletin portrays Jutland as the site of the recent great naval battle off its shores. It notes Jammerbugt Bay, wrecks and flotsam, Limfjord, The Skaw cape, and Denmark’s population and farming recovery aided by afforestation.
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