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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1916
Page
20
Madrid July 11 The Spanish government has raised its legation at Buenos Aires to embassy. A dispatch from Buenos Aires dated July 8 said Argentine foreign minister Joese Luig Muratore and the Spanish minister to Argentina signed an arbitration treaty.
Chief of Police O Connor announced a special guard to protect Governor J A A Burnquist after threatening letters followed tensions from the Mesaba Iron Range strike. The precautionary step aims to deter potential attacks and ensure the governor's safety.
Detroit Mich July 11 A number of short talks by business men sales managers and advertising specialists with a general discussion of sales accomplished under difficulties occupied the sessions of the Worlds Salesmanship Congress here today Edward A Woods president of the National Association of Life Underwriters spoke at the morning session on selling schools It is not necessary to urge that there is a demand for sales schools he said There is need now for something more than the training in the office the sales department or the manufactory It may be objected that salesmanship can not be taught that a good salesman is born not made Every good salesman must have a knowledge of the article sold and knowledge of the customer No man is born with either
Mr and Mrs Villastrigo present exhibition dancers at Hot Wells Hotel each evening from 8 to 10 30 starting Tuesday July 11 Dinner served at 7 cents per plate Tables reserved by phone Crockett 734 Adv
The body of Captain C. T. Boyd of the Tenth Cavalry, killed at the Carrizal fight, was buried with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery. War Department officials including Secretary Baker and Major General Scott attended, with a White House wreath from President Wilson and a wartime veterans delegation from Congress.
Two German naval airplanes bombarded Harwich and Dover fortifications the night of July 9 10, with no reported casualties. Berlin announced the raid and British statements later confirmed the event and casualty absence.
A citizen committee led by George Saur drives a $1,000,000 bond issue campaign for park improvements to back a Bi Centennial Exposition. Circulars urge taxpayers to vote next Monday, claiming benefits include population growth, higher values, and city pride with federal and state support likely. Local business leaders endorse the plan, arguing it will boost trade and put San Antonio on par with major cities as the exposition advances.
Judge Joe A. Adkins, candidate for Congress, leaves for Goldthwaite to speak at the Confederate Veterans reunion and tour the district. He cites federal highway aid as a plank and contrasts his stance with opponent Slayden, seeking support amid calls against renomination and critiques of longtime service.
Local merchants and officials debate a million dollar bond issue tied to the Bi Centen nial Exposition. Opinions run from enthusiasm about jobs and growth to warnings about debt, with supporters citing increased population and economic benefits as key outcomes.
The Imperial Divan led 10,000 nobles to the theater for the opening imperial council. George K. Staples chaired as past potentate of Ismalia Temple Buffalo while J Putnam Stevens delivered the annual address. Imperial officers to be elected tomorrow with Henry Nie dringhaus expected to become imperial potentate amid many outside guard candidates.
The Traction Company will replace switches at the Houston street and Main avenue intersection with heavier steel rails, following similar work at Houston and Soledad streets last summer. The project aims to complete track improvements this summer to avoid fall delays, requiring rerouting about half of downtown cars via Commerce street. a full route list will be announced later.
Paris on July 14 marks the national holiday review and the French government invites King Albert of Belgium to dispatch a Belgian contingent. An audience quip on woodpeckers follows a lecturer’s assertion about protecting forests.
A collage of society items notes Tuesday Night performances by The Revelers on St. Anthony roof, plans by Presbyterian ladies to welcome incoming troops, St Anne's Circle at home, and greetings from travelers. Engagement announced for Rachel Buchanan to James H. Landers. weddings and dances listed, plus travel to Austin, Cloudcroft, and Denver among relatives and guests.
Rev S J Porter notes the bride wore a white taf feta and Georgette gown with a white picture hat and white roses. After the ceremony Mr and Mrs Zimmer left for a Denver trip. The bride’s going away outfit was blue serge with matching hat. The Merry Maids Club hosts a Friday lawn party at 8 30 pm at 138 Cedar street for the Mysterious Set and Chi Kappa Chi. A Merry Maids meeting is set for 5 pm Wednesday at Judge Griner’s office to finalize party plans.
Special cut prices Wednesday feature Best Hams 21c, Breakfast Bacon 23c, Best Butter 30c, Fresh Eggs 26c, Asparagus Tips 15c and 20c. Cash. Why pay more? Nichols Gro Co. Av. C. (Adv.)
Governor J. E. Ferguson stopped in Waco en route to Mart to open the county fair. He indicated the possibility of delivering several speeches next week in support of his own candidacy.
The Goodfellowship Club will entertain on the lawn of Pine Street Presbyterian Church at 8:30 Tuesday night with a watermelon feast after the program. Rev A H McCurdy delivers the address on woodfellowship followed by readings, vocal solos, and music by local performers including Ruth Phillipps Maida Berrkendorfer A Hunnam Irene Hugman and Allen G McCall with accompaniment by Earl McCloud and Mrs John.
Washington July 11 President Wilson is expected to receive formal nomination notification at Shadow Lawn New Jersey in the first week of August. It is understood former Justice Charles Evans Hughes will be notified on July 31 of his Republican nomination.
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