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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1916
Page
6
Notice shows address for publication office at 609 511 Travis Street in San Antonio between Avenues C and D. It indicates second class matter status and post office entry details.
Canada mobilizes for war from August 1914 with 112,000 volunteers and aims for 200,000, while grain output soars to a record 800 million dollars. The nation expands ammunition factories to 422, seizes nickel refining from the United States, and begins linen production from flax, signaling rapid wartime growth toward greater independence.
The piece describes a unique political split where Democrats are uninvolved yet affected by Republicans and Progressives. It highlights uncertain party loyalties, with the colonel as a central figure, tracing origins and potential outcomes to Chicago and Texas conventions where double delegations surfaced amid rival Republican factions.
The piece argues that many Americans are tentatively aligned with the Republicans while lacking true party loyalty. It foresees three parties if Colonel is rejected, notes the 1915 silver minting by Britain, France, and the potential for Mexico to coin more silver, and suggests Mexico’s minting could revive its economy and world standing.
The piece analyzes William Jennings Bryan’s silver stance versus gold, noting silver’s revival despite his advocacy. It tracks price ratios from 38 to 1 to 16 to 1, McKinley’s gold platform impact, and China and India using silver in trade. It cites May 3 current quotes at 77.5 cents and contrasts with 1911 levels, with global supply dynamics and wartime effects.
The piece defends the U S militia against criticism, notes improved efficiency since reform, and highlights the Texas guardsmen as an exemplar in organizing citizens into capable soldiers after President Wilson called for militia service. It cites War College history on volunteer response and praises Texas for orderly mobilization.
A Newark Star editorial argues intervention in Mexico is increasingly seen as unavoidable as internal chaos and revolutionary activity grow. It notes growing American pressure to act to restore order and curb violence, reflecting a national debate on foreign policy and stability.
Jack county estimates 2000 acres for peanuts this season. If each acre yields thirty bushels and all bushels go to a home oil mill the county falls 100 acres short of seven carloads of oil. If all peanuts are fed locally the county will enter the market for feedstuffs before Christmas.
A brief explainer on how to estimate storm distance by counting seconds between a lightning flash and the sound of thunder. Light is seen instantly while sound travels about 1087 feet per second, giving a practical 12 to 15 mile hearing limit for thunder.
Houston now operates seven municipal baseball diamonds with eight more promised for next season. The city’s parks offer tennis, basketball, football, soccer and other outdoor sports, drawing indoor workers to healthier recreation and boosting community spirit.
Mademoiselle Amelia Jaudunois hires Charlotte Gardunot as maid. wartime disruption leads to Charlotte’s husband Georges returning wounded with an artificial hand. He loses a limb but gains a pension, and the couple plan to stay on, with Charlotte continuing to work for her husband and for the mistress.
George J. McCarthy, an American banker active in Mexican finance, warns that owners of gold coins in Mexico City must pay bankers for storage rather than earn interest. He notes U S banking conditions compel banks to seek fees.
Daily Fashion hint describes a Spain inspired black filet lace gown with jet embroidery and a matching broad brim hat. The dress features bell sleeves a snug bodice polonaise drapery hoop support and back bustle with a red velvet rose accent. The hat displays roses and fringe lace trim.
The article notes Mexican banks prefer exchange business to taking deposits as war and risk deter saving. Banks charge for safekeeping while aiming to avoid accumulating gold. In Mexico City, orderly operations persist despite national turmoil, contrasting with U.S. bank incentives.
A cheese course dish features chives and Roquefort spread on bread or crackers. Mix two cakes of cream cheese with Roquefort, cream, butter, and chopped chives, shape into eggs, chill, and garnish with chives. Optional mustard boosts flavor for some.
In a gentle tale a sick Rose Fairy is shade cared for by roses and a helpful gnome. A doctor arrives on a June bug to prescribe rose water as a spring tonic, with the Fairy soon well and others inspired to follow the remedy and care for others.
San Antonio reports success in using public golf to attract tourists. After twenty years of efforts, travel numbers surged in 1915-16 with new and advertised golf courses. The city operates three courses, plans a fourth, and envisions two more eighteen-hole courses, totaling six.
Army and Navy Journal notes trench warfare in Northern France has seen dirks replace bayonets in tight traverses. British initial resistance gave way to acceptance as knives and dirks prove needed amid flimsy market options. Suggestions include hunting knives and kukri style blades, six inches to a foot long, worn in leather sheaths under the arms.
An elderly black man run over by a wagon dismisses a white lawyer who offers aid. The man coldly asks the lawyer to find the driver and “bua his haid open,” prompting a grim, morally charged moment quoted from the Ladies’ Home Journal.
Willie Wheezer jokes about beer in a large military hospital. He remarks there should be plenty of beer because there are en hops about, while wounded soldiers pass by on crutches, drawing a surprised response from his khaki guide.
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