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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1916
Page
6
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The essay revisits two seafaring camps on shark bites arguing whether sharks bite humans or prefer other targets. It notes unusual coast conditions and dismisses bath tub sharks, urging bathers to continue swimming and to avoid lingering ocean smells.
In piping times of unrest the piece notes shortages in navy, army, National Guard, trains, and equipment. It recounts Iowa Governor visiting state troops, causing upheaval among soldiers as he arrives to inspect the camp.
The Iowa governor faced a silent camp as no salute rang out due to a powder shortage. War Department failures leave state troops under equipped, prompting officials to condemn shiftless methods and demand action amid the border mobilization.
The piece argues President Wilson faces a tough political fight over Mexico policy as Hughes attacks the administration. It notes Americans in Mexico faced expulsion, property losses, and that vast U.S. investments—over a billion dollars—backed Mexican infrastructure, now crippled by unrest and exodus.
National Guard members protest poor and insufficient rations recalling the canned roast beef episode of the Spanish American War. The piece assigns responsibility to the unprepared commissary system and the wider public for failing to prepare for emergencies, urging accountability and warning of punishments if shortages persist.
The text argues starvation and disease among Mexicans highlight a responsibility on the administration to restore American rights, even by war if needed. It states Mr. Wilson cannot avoid his June 20 note and must live up to it or his party will defend itself through the campaign.
The Galveston Tribune argues Congress should pass a shipping bill to capitalize on a rare chance in developing U S foreign trade and merchant marine amid the European embroil. It warns that if the war ends and military tonnage returns to merchant traffic, waiting until next year will be too late.
The clearing system of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas took effect after much mental anguish. Bankers express dissatisfaction and fear untimely disasters, though the public may welcome local checks currency nationwide. The Fed board is seen as capable, and progress toward internal free trade is noted if interregional exchange passes muster.
The Senate approved an amendment to the agricultural appropriation bill by 33 to 21 to abolish free government seeds. The Post condemns the practice as political graft and urges that seeds be bought and distributed by agricultural experts to serve soils and climates, not for congressmen’s benefit.
A boy named Willie in the country steals cookies and fears being whipped. He confesses to his mother after hearing a whip-poor-will call and vows not to be naughty again. The tale ends with Willie never forgetting the whip-poor-will.
The Philadelphia Bulletin reports Senator Stone urging immediate passage of the administration shipping bill. He notes the Allies Paris conference underscores a U S need for a merchant fleet to safeguard commerce and questions government cargo fleets as protest against alleged Allied discrimination.
Daily fashion notes describe a navy blue taffeta gown with a three tier net trim worn by a tall fashion influence at the races. The dress features bouffant drapery on the sides, featherbone support, net skirt fullness, a stir red bodice, and a front double cord with swall owl eye buttons.
The Missouri senator advocates reformation of navigation laws and targeted protection to help American skippers invest in cargo craft. He argues the federal treasury cannot fund a full national merchant marine and warns against overreliance on a government owned fleet.
The article argues for roadside tree planting to provide shade and beauty on public roads in the Philippines. It cites travel comfort, cost effectiveness, and a plan from the Nai-Indang road project showing trees and protective boxes as part of highway construction. It urges legal protection of roadside trees against cutting by telephone firms.
The item surveys high prices for central London land with figures for pieces near Charing Cross and the City. It notes the Arund estate sale at 2500 pounds and estimates prices per acre and per square foot across Cannon Street Queen Victoria Street Lombard Street and others, illustrating land dearness in 19th century London.
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