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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1913
Page
1
Legislators pledge action in Mexico and seek protection for American citizens under the Baltimore platform. The move aims to secure safety for citizens abroad and back domestic policy commitments.
In Austin on July 24 the Texas Senate approved by 12 to 10 a resolution urging Texas delegates to push for protection of Americans in Mexico and on the border. The measure cites the Baltimore pledge and will be sent to President Wilson. Burgess’s House version was set for tomorrow. Senator Hudspeth highlighted lives sacrificed in the republic and urged action, while Mills of Navarro urged restraint and diplomacy. Concurrent liquor measures and a Stand ard Oil judgement concern also stirred debate as the Senate advanced the Webb bill interpretation and withheld a deposit warrant pending fiscal decisions. The penitentiary investigation report was ordered printed at a cost of 1055 dollars.
In Austin on July 24, the Texas House grappled with the disposition of Standard Oil penalty funds. debate focused on a Willacy Senate bill to refund A and M bonds totaling 205000 and applying remaining funds to district school bonds. A motion to print the bill passed amid fears of future costs and disposal timing.
In Austin on July 24 a majority of the Senate committee on federal relations reported favorably on Hudspeth's resolution regarding the Mexico situation. Senators Johnson and Warren filed a minority report. Senator Westbrook introduced a resolution urging the governor to submit the Allison liquor bill so it can be amended to apply to interstate as well as intrastate shipments.
Weather forecast for San Antonio and nearby areas shows unsettled conditions with showers tonight or Friday. Cooler temperatures expected tonight with a drop in overnight readings.
Weather notes from major cities list temperatures winds and conditions. St Louis 70 cloudy NW rain. Chicago 66 clear N. Milwaukee 66 clear NW. St Paul 56 clear. Kansas City 66 cloudy NE rain. New York 72 cloudy S rain. Boston 74 cloudy SW rain. Washington 76 clear W fair.
intimate friends confirm a break in the friendly ties between Governor Colquitt and Colonel Jake Wolters. Wolters wires resignation from the governor’s military staff amid reports that legislative opposition to administration measures, aided by Wolters, sparked the rift. Wolters at Sea Brook home after Austin visit. law partner Jonathan Lane corroborates the split.
Twenty-five workers at the E. T. Wright shoe factory in Rockland Mass quit work claiming the shop view was cut off by cheese screens tacked over the windows. The action occurred today with dispute centered on window coverings and visibility.
Binghamton New York July 24 state and local authorities opened an inquest into a factory fire at the Binghamton Clothing Company where at least 60 people largely women and girls perished. Twenty eight bodies have been recovered and only three identified with many others burned beyond recognition.
The fifth annual Cotton Carnival starts at 2 pm in Galveston with thousands of upstate visitors. State Railroad Commissioner Earl B. Mayfield will deliver the principal address at the opening ceremonies this evening. The carnival runs to August 3 featuring beach auto racing from July 28 and two days of beach horse races on July 31 and August 1, with entries from across the state.
In Townsend area near Knoxville, three Cooper children were fatally bitten by rattlesnakes while fetching eggs. Their mother, searching for them, lost a 18 month old infant who fell into a stream and drowned. The four deaths occurred after the children were left near a river bank.
The San Antonio Light claims wide daily reach in San Antonio with about 14 000 homes in the city receiving the paper each day and over 12 500 paid circulations. It says no other local daily surpasses 6 000 paid daily readers and emphasizes paid circulation as the source of value for readers and advertisers.
Aldermen largely stand pat on opposing Clinton H. Kearny's confirmation as city engineer. Mayor Brown defends Kearny, citing extensive experience in paving and sewer projects in New York and Brazil, and leadership on large hydroelectric and tramway rehab projects.
Copper miners led a wild strike in Calumet Michigan prompting Sheriff Crane to request state troops from Governor Ferris after deputies were attacked and strikebreakers pulled from mines. Militia ready as strikers closed surface plants and stamp mills across the Lake Superior district.
L W Dutro wealthily connected Memphis businessman and former postmaster perished while attempting to save Mrs. Frankie Bradford Gwynne of Memphis who drowned in the Mississippi river near Owens Bar. Dutro age 56, born Fayetteville Ohio, moved to Memphis 25 years ago and served as postmaster from 1899 until recently.
Washington and Paris items report Rep Lewis supporting Burle son as he argues for extending parcel post to 100 pounds with Postmaster General authority to raise the weight limit. He criticizes railroads aiding express firms and presses for government service. In Paris, police probe a clue to a missing 650000 pearl necklace moved by registered mail between Paris and London. A jeweler is said to have bought pearls and diamonds from a man linked to the theft.
Jackson Mississippi July 24 The Hinds county grand jury returned four indictments against T H Turley steward at the state hospital for the insane based on information from the legislative investigating committee Indictments say Turley paid out total 2000 to B E Wethers for which no value was received Turley posted 5000 bond.
Police in Indianapolis will abandon heavy helmets and blue coats for shirt sleeves white duck caps and white roll collars with narrow black bow ties. Officers are advised to have hip pockets deepened so revolvers are not visible.
Henry S. Paulus son of ex Senator D A Paulus of Hallettsville resigns as Yoakum city recorder with effect at once. No successor appointed.
Senator Works condemned the tariff bill and charged President Wilson overstepped constitutional authority by aiding its framing. He attacked the Democratic caucus for forcing senators to align with the party, warned the president leads a one party bill, and feared concentrated power could spark revolution and threaten the government. He insisted the president acted with pure motives but warned of danger if power falls into unworthy hands.
President Melendez of Salvador expresses disapproval of a proposed U S Nicaragua treaty. He says it would make impossible the realization of a Central American union and that Salvador would reject the idea. He argues national opinion would refuse ratification of any treaty that impairs sovereignty.
In Niagara Falls New York two men risked their lives to save a dog swept 100 feet above the cataract. Park Constable Alexander and Frank Glassbrook waded into the swift current reaching the animal and bringing it to shore. A woman witnessed the rescue and took the dog as a souvenir.
Major Edmund Wittemeyer of the Twenty seventh infantry is detailed by the War Department to serve in organization and instruction at the American legation in Havana under Colonel Herbert J. Slocum. He will succeed Major George G. Gately, who has been relieved. The Guatemalan government requested help from the U S Navy and Army to improve the wireless service of its army. Chief Electrician J H Watts and Sergeant Reeves have been detailed to assist, with Reeves’ service previously extended at Guatemala’s request.
Bee County voters yesterday defeated the proposition to issue 100000 dollars in bonds for the building and maintenance of roads over the county in Beeville Texas on July 24.
The San Antonio Light features the AP Leased Wire Day report as its core daily general news service, complemented by its own extensive special news coverage. This combination delivers broad national and international events with reliable reporting for readers.
Senator Cummins denied Mulhall's statements amid Senate committee questions about the National Association of Manufacturers lobby. Mulhall testified of a May 1910 meeting and a talk in Dolliver's room about a Kendall eight hour bill speech. Both sides clashed as Mulhall claimed the association opposed Cummins and suggested a hidden room in the Capitol basement.
Reports from Piedras Negras say Torreon fell with 1500 prisoners and arms seized, mutinied irregular federals joining the constitutionalists. Monclova, Saltillo and Monterrey inland are expected to fall with little resistance as Carranza forces press the advance. Executions announced in Piedras Negras for treason. Huerta regime arms import ban noted by Washington.
The United States Bureau of Education defends modern classroom practice against critics. It argues the three R's are taught thoroughly and more scientifically today, with aims to fit the needs of individual children and prepare them for adult economic and social life.
The local weather bureau forecasts showers within 48 hours bringing a noticeable cool down after a week of extreme heat. Forecasters note temperatures will drop to the 90s as relief arrives following a period of unusually high heat.
With about two thirds of returns in, Democrat George W. Hays appears to lead Arkansas gubernatorial race by roughly 25 000 votes. Scattered results from across the state show a clear plurality emerging as ballots are tallied. Italy Hit by Storm Across Lake District Devastation and Cold Temperatures Mark July 24 Reports.
Two suspects described as involved in the Range assault on Brakeman Claire Clifton were arrested in Yorktown and Kenedy. Clifton remains in Cuero hospital with a doubtful recovery as of yesterday morning.
London July 24 British foreign secretary Sir Ed Grey stays in contact with the admiralty in case the presence of a British warship becomes advisable though no additional Englishmen have been reported as harmed. The note indicates ongoing concern over Mexican disturbances and possible naval involvement.
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