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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1913
Page
4
Editors and publishers rates for daily and Sunday editions by carrier or mail with payment terms. Instructions to report delivery irregularities and to supply old and new addresses. Old phone Crockett 1742. New phone 176. Listing of Paul Block New York Chicago and Boston offices.
The San Antonio Light reports May 1913 total circulation of 614,558 with a daily evening average of 18,079 paid copies and a Sunday average of 19,604 paid copies. Harvey L. Steele certifies the figures sworn June 3, 1913. notary public John J. Wahl verifies the oath.
William Lobasco of Elmont a pocket telescope and woods retreat says the next two to three months will bring poor crops higher living costs earthquakes in August heavy northern rains tornadoes after a mid September lunar eclipse and an early frost while many have seen signs but failed to interpret them He notes his San Francisco quake and Titanic disaster predictions but jokes about the GOP cold in the head while earnest and provocative he amuses and irritates listeners.
The piece notes attacks at the home of the American consul in Piedras Negras and reflects on dangerous times for U.S. policy under Secretary Bryan as tensions rise despite seeming progress. Police investigations follow the nighttime incident.
An article argues that stones thrown at the American consul in Piedras Negras were a personal gesture by locals and not a national insult. It notes the consul’s alleged pro Huerta actions offend Constitutionalists, urging cautioned conduct to avoid political meddling and further tensions.
The debate centers on Senate joint resolution No. 18 to fund new University of Texas buildings through endowment bonds without tax or public cost. Proponents argue it strengthens education and aids the Agricultural and Mechanical College’s independence, while critics warn of factional jealousy and division.
President R T Milner of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas campaigns across the state to defeat a constitutional amendment authorizing bonds for university and state institutions. The contest pits A M C T against the University of Texas as July 19 votes approach, with Milner labeling the measure dangerous while supporting Governor Colquitt against the amendment.
The Manchester Union laments California’s actions as building a fence to spite Japan, risking strained relations with allies on the eve of San Francisco’s world expo. It urges that motives like spite or fear drive a folly harming California’s standing among sister states.
A legislative bill, likely to become law, would forbid marriage without a medical certificate of good health. Proponents urge such limits to ensure suitors can properly provide and protect their wives, arguing the measure warns against “damaged goods” and promotes fitness for marriage.
The New York World argues judges should continually learn from experience and use legal training to serve the people. It cites John Marshall as an example and emphasizes daily learning as the path to distinction.
An editorial from the Dallas Times-Herald praises newsboys as hardworking and humane. It portrays them as resilient providers for families, skilled observers of the world, and often better judges of people than many adults.
A New York World note reports an English critic condemning the turkey trot and the tango as comparable to ancient Bacchantic revels. It notes London’s current indignation at rag-time dances and questions how well such revels are understood today.
In German mines changeroom lockers are being replaced by hanging clothes on an anchored rope system raised to near the ceiling. Each miner has a personal anchor and lock on the raised rope to secure clothing, improving security and preventing theft.
Letters to the editor discuss a proposed city bond issue of five million dollars. Frank Robinson argues for growth and shared taxes. W R Long supports quick action for streets parks sewers and sidewalks.
Dr P M Payne urges collaboration between Austin and San Antonio to boost Texas tourism by creating Lake Austin as a premier show place. He notes a forthcoming one million seven hundred thousand dollar dam, a long lake, and historic regatta heritage to attract visitors next season.
Light's Daily Story Count von Beltzig visits three friends in an apartment to find Mona Lisa alive. The count watches as the painting steps from the frame. The three artists fall under her spell, aging rapidly while their devotion and jealousy grow. The trio recounts how Mona Lisa moved in the Louvre and chose the painter, while the others compete for her favor. The count fears for their youth as a divine bright light erupts.
A sleek, hard man repels beggars until a blind harp player’s old song moves him. He drops a generous coin but, as an electric coupe of stylish women passes, he hides generosity and hurries on, pretending not to see.
London authorities re arrest Mrs. Pankhurst deeming her strong enough to starve herself out of jail again. Detroit Free Press notes the renewed confinement amid the women's suffrage standoff.
A Pittsburg Gazette Times remark comments that the colonel’s evident familiarity with the subject could soften the harsh critique from opponents. The quote underscores how insight might influence public opinion in the ongoing discussion.
A distressed man fled a room after an excruciating scene, recovered on the street, and vowed to rescue friends inside. He repeatedly knocked, but the door stayed shut. Forced out by the landlord he boarded the first Havre train, then fled by sea in a bold bid to reclaim his youth.
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