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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1916
Page
6
Submarine and aircraft progress spurred by Europe
The piece notes European use of American inventions like the submarine and aircraft shaping modern warfare, cites Lewis gun sales abroad, and argues the United States lags in naval and air readiness while San Antonio eyes a Pan American Exposition to boost prosperity and national capability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Europe
England
Germany
United
Pershing
Mexico
San Antony
United States
Lewis
vote for the exposition in san antonio bonds proposed
Citizens are urged to consider the impact of a 1,000,000 bond issue to fund a Bi Centennial Exposition. The editorial warns that opposing the measure may prove a costly mistake for municipal progress and growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Increase the Army to Guard the Mexican Border
The United States plans to mobilize the entire regular army and most of the National Guard for border duty. Experts note flaws in organization and fairness as many married men and dependents may be discharged, raising questions about unit strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Mexico
War Department
Open U S Market to German Submarine Trade
The Atlantic voyage by a German submarine is praised as a feat showing neutrality rights and economic opportunity. It carried a cargo of dyestuffs and could access US markets for munitions, copper, cotton, or other goods, challenging German and anti-neutral arguments while mocking critics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
United States
Germany
Strength of Poker in Wilson Policy Cited by Senator James
Senator James portrays President Wilson as strong in foreign policy. He cites a Temple Telegram quote praising Wilson for achieving American demands and rights without harming Americans or engaging in war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
James
Temple Telegram
Opportunity. Do not wait for opportunity to knock
The Beaumont Enterprise discusses Senator John James Ingalls Kans poem Opportunity and rejects his notion that opportunity knocks only once. It states ambitious people create chances by staying proactive, keeping doors open and seeking success on the street rather than waiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John James Ingalls
Kansas
Beaumont Enterprise
Make It Safe and Sane Fourth Arrives in Publicity Result
The article argues the safe and sane Fourth movement has reached its goal and reduced fireworks dangers. It credits publicity for curbing Fourth of July hazards and suggests a modern, mellower celebration without mortality risk amid wartime concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas Times-Herald
Ten Cents to Sheep: A Boy’s Orchard Investment Gains
A Farm and Fireside tale describes a ten cent gift that spurred a village boy to plant cucumber seed. The crop earned about $60, plus $5 for a ewe, which matured into a mother sheep and two lambs. The trio now totals $20 in value with $2.45 from wool saved as a bank start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaumont Journal
Tussah Replacing Wool Jersey In Sport Coats
Daily Fashion Hint notes tussah fabric replacing wool jersey for comfort and style. It describes combining plain colors with stripes, multi color borders on three quarter length sport coats, hip length belted suits, and details like large pockets and broad lapels.
Sleepy-Time Tales of Thurston and Anita on the Beach
Thurston and his twin sister Anita sail Uncle Frank’s boat while playing on the shore. They untie the rope and drift out to sea, nearly beyond their last voyage, until a fisherman rescues them. Grandmother calms the scene, and Uncle Frank vows to teach caution as Thurston boasts about making the boat go.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thurston
Anita
Uncle Frank
Frank
Bea
Grace
Nita
Light's Daily Story of Celeste and Baptiste in Wartime
Celeste and Baptiste run a small shop in a serene summer town. Grandmother Petu and neighbors watch their acts of kindness as war approaches and the cure urges Celeste to flee with Baptiste. Celeste stays, awaiting Baptiste’s return, while the German threat looms and the town fractures around them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty Bowden
Baptiste
Celeste
Petu
Grandmere Petu
Madame Celeste
Mariette
Dorothe
Timothe
Grandmother Petu
How Men Stick Together
A San Francisco clubman living in San Mateo is in the headlines after an auto crash left him unable to call home. His wife, anxious, sent five telegrams to his friends asking if he was staying with them. He returned to explain the delay, and a messenger delivered five replies all stating he was spending the night with someone else.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
San Mateo
Jack
Chocolate Cream Pie With French Puff Pastry
Directions for making a chocolate custard pie using French puff paste with butter and flour, chilled handling, and a cooled, whipped cream topping. Includes steps for crust and custard, bake and fill, with vanilla and corn starch and milk cooked to a creamy texture.
Land of the Blest compares American and Old World wonders
A National Geographic Society bulletin by Gil bert Grosvenor extols American landscapes and monuments over Europe while contrasting sequoias Grand Canyon and American lakes with European castles art and architecture. It argues Washington and New York rival European capitals in inspiration and beauty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yellostone Park
Nature
Spadeagle
Grand Canyon
Aong
Luray Cave
Virginia
Mammoth Cave
Kentucky
Strass
Europe
Niagara Falls
Asia
Ocean
Coun
Ormond
Mount Desert
Marblehead
Moun Tamalpais
Santa Barbara
San Diego
Atlantic
Massachusett
Florida
Puget Sound
Hollan
Ches Peake and Ohio
Washington
Cumberland
Mohawk Valley
Eri
Sahara
Salt Lake City
Alaska
Polar
Norway
Mt. McKinley
National Geographic Society
Gilbert H. Grosvenor
Society
Old World
United States
Ireland
Scotland
Rhine
Danube
Shakespeare
Dickens
Victor Hugo
Goethe
America
Sequoia Grove
American
Waterloo
Appomattox
Austerlitz
Werram
Valley Forge
Gettysburg
Plymouth Rock
Independence Hall
Mount Vernon
London
Paris
Berlin
New York
Rodney the artillery horse wins early pension after twenty years service
From Washington dispatches Rodney the artillery horse, purchased in 1896 and serving in Cuba, is to be pensioned. He hauled cannons through El Caney, never sick or shirking, and was bought back by battery men for 107 dollars after being condemned. The secretary of war may grant ongoing care and stable duties at Fort Myer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans Times-Picayune
Washington
New York Times
Rodney
Cuba
el Caney
Shaw
Spain
Fort Myer
House Military Affairs Committee
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Imore
Southwest
Texas
Tussah
the Light's Daily Story
Rpacta
SJ Baptiste
Tiens
Grandmere Peti
Chocolate Cream Pte
Constance Clarke
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