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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1917
Page
6
The San Antonio Light and Gazette announces its exclusive AP day report service. Readers are reminded to update delivery addresses with both old and new locations and to report irregular delivery to the office at 609 511 Travis Street.
The San Antonio Light reports six month circulation ending March 31 1917 with daily average 20709 copies and Sunday 24300. Net daily 19779 and net Sunday 22378 after exclusions. Audit Bureau of Circulation certification supports advertiser guarantees of higher paid home circulation.
Congressman James L. Slayden has improved in backing San Antonio plans. Previously his influence could derail efforts by meddling. Now he stays out, allowing local organizers to finalize arrangements to make the city a leading aviation center.
Chicago halted all wheat trading amid fears Congress action may follow. The author condemns grain speculators, citing 1863 to 1917 price spikes and arguing producers rarely benefit from inflated wheat prices while gamblers profit. The piece urges banning speculation from national life.
The piece condemns grain speculation and bank financing that drive up prices, arguing farmers struggle to obtain fair loans while speculators exploit the system. It cites a half century of Chicago Board of Trade maneuvers, urging lessons learned and hope for reform.
A reflection on time and strategic factors that doom Prussian aims as U.S. entry and Russian changes reshape the war. The piece argues promises from the Kaiser fade, submarines fail, and external pressures erode Germany's path to victory, signaling a turning point beyond internal bravado.
The article asserts Germany loses the initiative on both eastern and western fronts as Kerensky inspires renewed Russian advances and U boats fail to stop American transports. It warns the time element in the crisis is decisive and Germany’s chance to win is gone as American troops approach in large numbers.
The note complains that Upton Texas lacks a doctor. It parodies wartime news by remarking on cavalry names and soldiers, adding that General Haig is now a Knight of the Thistle. It closes with a tongue in cheek call for more knights of the corn patch to win the war.
The new German chancellor faces difficulty choosing a successor for Dr. Zimmermann. He can take comfort that his performance cannot be worse.
The article notes that even if Goethals and Denman are right in their ship building ideas, the government could prosecute the war and build ships without either man. The statement reflects a belief in government capability independent of these two engineers.
The Boston Transcript notes a revived Russian spirit after victories at Kontuchy and bold actions against Austrians Germans and Turks. It suggests Russia's regeneration may stem from battlefield feats as much as the Petrograd revolution.
Brazil's navy joins the fight against German raiders and submarines while Greece cuts ties with Germany. The world tightens hostile stance against the imperial government as Prussian leaders chestbeat amid growing international pressure. Boston Observer notes a worldwide mobilization against Germany.
The Philadelphia Public Ledger condemns Germany for shelling the Cathedral of Rheims, noting nearly 700 shells in three years. The act harms no military aim and only fuels sympathy for France, strengthening resolve to rebuild the sacred edifice.
The Spanish king issued a decree forbidding belligerent submarines from navigating Spanish waters and ordering imprisonment of violators until war’s end. German U boats cannot use ports as bases, curbing blockades seen by American ports. The move follows widespread indignation among merchants and industry at ongoing attacks on Spanish commerce.
A wartime call urges the United States to spread sympathy and support to weary allied peoples. The plan includes Red Cross relief, medical aid, food, and moral encouragement to ease burdens and accelerate upbuilding while sharing burdens with friends.
The piece argues the Russian army has found its fighting impulse under Brusilov and may rally home support. It notes the Kontuchy breakthrough weakens Austro German lines and hints western and Italian fronts may reinforce them, benefiting Haig Petain and Cadorna. Vienna reports Austrian withdrawals under pressure.
An invalid Mrs. Sadie Marsters and her husband Mr. Marsters adjust to life in a new city dwelling. She declines a nurse and longs for neighborly companionship as memories of childhood illness and a cherished fruit flummery from neighbor Mrs. Redding comfort her through another day of confinement.
In a Boston hospital room a convalescent patient, Sadie Marsters, recalls loneliness until Lovey Redding arrives, recognized by a childhood memory. The two share warmth, stories, and the promise of fruit flummery, replenishing the mood and friendship in the afternoon light.
Col. F. A. Chapa of San Antonio on governor’s staff reports exodus of Mexicans from Texas to Mexico has ended. Many who left are glad to return, finding subsistence scarce across the border. He notes Mexicans now see they were misled about conscription into the army.
An emergency appropriation of 25000 funds a sewer pumping station on Sherman Street to serve cantonment sewage. Work begins at once under force account with pumps ordered through the government and foundation excavation starting Friday.
A. L. Luedecke of the U S Office of Public Roads arrives in Austin to work with the State Highway Commission. He will map a unified system for the Highway Department that harmonizes with the Federal Aid Law and simplifies operations while increasing effectiveness. The effort aims to keep federal influence from dictating local procedures.
William H. Smith director of the San Antonio Municipal Band is appointed bandmaster of the First Texas Infantry National Guards under Col. Oscar Guessaz. He will lead and assemble the unit’s band after confirmation, with prior tenure at West Point and experience in Chicago Buffalo Montreal Toronto and tours with T B Brooks and Ellis Brooks bands.
Miss Alline Storey wed J. T. Bickley at the First Presbyterian Church manse with Rev. H. L. Paisley officiating. The couple will reside in Kerrville. the bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Storey of San Marcos.
An Illinois inventor is granted a patent for a compact oven and boiler designed to attach to the butt of an inverted electric iron, enabling a miniature but complete cook oven. The invention combines heating elements with a sealed chamber to roast or bake using the iron as a heat source.
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