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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1916
Page
6
A critique of proposed Democratic income tax changes arguing the plan would unfairly hit incomes between 3,000 and 20,000 dollars, raise rates for higher earners, and fail to consider justice or practicality. The author compares corporate taxation and individual rights, calling the approach illogical and unjust.
President Woodrow Wilson, during a speech at the World's Salesmanship Congress in Detroit, denounced efforts to spark war with Mexico and said he will serve all Americans by aiding Mexico herself. He also outlined methods to boost U S trade with foreign nations.
A discussion argues for absentee voting by National Guard members in federal service citing the protection of Americans abroad and the 1916 Wilson note on Mexico. It asserts military voters should not face disfranchisement and urges aligned choices to support national preparedness, warning of broader democratic harms.
The Kansas Supreme Court rules Kansas National Guard members stationed on the Texas border may vote in the statewide primary by mail. The decision explores soldier suffrage amid cross state service, raising questions about fairness and potential influence on absentee voting laws nationwide.
The article argues that a bloc of Prohibitionists attempted to suspend Senate rules to push a DC prohibition measure and curb liquor ads but failed. It notes most Prohibitionists were Democrats first, not zealots, and credits democratic principles for blocking the scheme.
The New York Journal of Commerce argues that government burdens and restrictions hinder shipping. It says only by building and operating vessels at low cost with freedom equal to other nations can ships compete. until then subsidies and public expense keep rivalry ineffective.
The Dallas Journal laments the city’s pursuit of metropolitan status. It condemns high rise architecture with low ceilings and sunlit sidewalks that make buildings nearly uninhabitable and streets hard to traverse at midday in midsummer.
The Fort Worth Record reports on heightened patriotism and anti-salute actions in Massachusetts and Kansas, detailing a girl expelled from a labor group after a mass strike, and a socialist mobbed after praising the flag. It ties these acts to looming job losses and police protection. The BeauMont Journal urges civic cooperation with police and health officials to improve enforcement and civic conditions.
Four heaping tablespoons of ground coffee are brewed in a dry pot with two cups boiling water. After drawing, sugar and cream are added, the mixture is frozen to a semi frozen state, then served in tall glasses with whipped cream and wafers.
Tiny Tim and Tiny Thistle ride a bird to a sunny beach. They explore tide pools see a star fish ride and share a seaside lunch before returning to their rock where the bird awaits to take them home.
The piece questions assurances that there will be no railroad strike by brotherhoods and managers. It notes two reasons given for no strike and suggests confidence might spur a strike. It mentions Wayne and his country place entertainment and Wayne’s mortgage rise from 2000 to 5000 since April.
A letter from A Kronkosky argues for funding a Pan-American bi centennial exposition in San Antonio. He urges voters to support a three million bond, claiming long term benefit, city growth, and national endorsement, with tax costs of five cents per hundred dollars and profits in coming years. The writer contends the project would put San Antonio on the map and attract manufacturing booms, urging unity across social strata.
Daily fashion notes highlight Mexican influence in hats and dresses with oversized sombrero shapes and bright bandanas. Styles include a green crocheted lace edged hat with floral accents, plus sailor silhouettes and simple trimmings that echo regional costume.
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