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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1917

Page

3

Governor Ferguson vetoes state university appropriation bill

Texas Governor James E. Ferguson announces a full veto of the Thirty-fifth Legislature’s appropriation for the State University of Texas, criticizing university leadership, fraternal systems, and perceived elite control, while defending his decision as an act of conscience and duty. The dispute includes student protests and a proposed court injunction involving the board of regents and Lomax.

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Ex students denounce governor veto on UT Austin support

The Ex students Association of the University of Texas through its central committee led by John W. Brady and D K Woodward Jr condemns the governor for vetoing the university appropriation. They claim the governor exploits prejudices and attacks the university’s independence, while noting the Galveston medical department receives no funds. President Vinson gave no immediate comment, hinting a statement may come tomorrow or the next day.

J. C. Towns Law State of Texas Thirty-fifth State University of Texas Galveston Tex State University Texas Austin School of Mines el Paso State School of Mines The Board of Regents Wilbur P. Allen George W. Littlefield J. W. Butler Georges. McReynolds W. R. Brents A. W. Fly Board of Regents, State University Vinson People of Texas State Capitol District Court Travis County John A. Lomax McReynolds Et al Orther Lomax George Peddy Shelby County Leon Springs Austin American Peddy Exstudents’ Association of the University of Texas John W. Brady D. K. Woodward Jr Ex-students' Association

Regents Grieve Over Ferguson Veto of UT Funding

Houston June 2 Governor Ferguson vetoed the University of Texas appropriation. Wilbur P. Allen regents president expressed deep grief and doubt of the governor's judgment while Major George W. Littlefield favored caution, noting the university might run on $190 000 income from lands and $30 000 from bonds with about $100 000 on hand and a possible $265 000 deficiency. W G Love of Houston commented on the situation.

Houston Tex Ferguson University of Texas Board of Regents Wilbur P. Allen Galveston George W. Littlefield Littlefield W. G. Love

Appointee Criticizes Governor's Course Amid Controversy

A state appointee described the governor's course as to be regretted while the press criticized Mr Love for making excessive fuss over the dispute. The appointee contends the controversy sparked ill feeling and assigns responsibility to Mr Love.

Love

Regental stance on governor veto and university funding

Fred W. Cook urges legal clarity on governor Ferguson s authority as custodian of state buildings after the veto. He favors private subscription to keep the university operating unless the governor can close the institution, arguing the immediate welfare of students must guide action. He warns closing could ruin many students lives and reshape their education.

Board of Regents State Capitol State University United States Ferguson Fred W. Cook Cook

Russia and the Jews

The Nation argues that wartime disruption and revolution end old Jewish restrictions in Russia. Emancipation spreads as refugees and new governance loosen domicile limits. A Jewish Petrograd lawyer becomes vice governor in Galicia and Bukovina, signaling broad freedom of residence and occupation. The prior misery cannot return under democracy.

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Bicycles Advertised for Ten Dollars and Up

Portage Tire Co offers bicycles priced from ten dollars with easy payments at 221 3% Alamo. Ad appears to promote affordable cycling options with installment plans.

Portage Tire Company S. Alamo Portage Tire Co Alamo Ady

Carter White Lead Special Sale Announcement

Carter White Lead offers a special sale at 12.00 per 100 pounds with smaller sizes at usual advances. ED Steves & Sons advertises the deal as a general sales notice.

Carter White Steves & Sons

Morning Mixup Leaves Husband Cheerful With Bird Seed

A bride explains to Sophia that her husband left for downtown in high spirits after she mistakenly swapped his breakfast with bird seed. The incident highlights a lighthearted domestic mishap and the surprising mood it sparked.

Sophia

Japan Leads In Sheet Glass Manufacture

A brief note states that Japan remains the sole oriental nation involved in the production of sheet glass, highlighting its unique position in this industry.

Japan

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