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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1914
Page
2
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A Brown County voter circular from Chester Harrison, secretary to James J. Slayden, urges support for Slayden while admitting that Slayden sacrificed Fort Sam Houston on the military committee. The letter also ties political favors to Harrison and questions Slayden’s integrity amid Huerta era tensions and neutrality debates in Mexico.
Huerta representatives at the mediation conference appear surprised by news of a breach between Carranza and Vila. The constitutionalist side seeks to capitalize on the setback in the shifting balance of power amid the mediation efforts.
Readers are told Mount Lassen near Redding may be an active volcano or a geyser. The controversy pits scientists against local business leaders who fear tourism impact and demand a firm label while cities nationwide recall famous disasters.
The trend toward commission government is linked to ward representation issues. A census notes 69 of 195 U.S. cities with 30 000 plus population have adopted the commission model. The change curbs local logrolling tied to aldermanic districts and argues for the efficiency of city governance.
The piece argues for efficiency and broad accountability in city management. It cites ward-based deals causing taxpayer waste and discusses alternatives like Dayton's city manager and at large council methods to align officials with the whole city's prosperity.
A British policy suggestion from a U S writer urges using fire department water to deter rioters rather than shoot. It imagines Premier Asquith adopting a nonlethal approach, arguing a strong stream could quell rambunctious individuals, even hinting at public ridicule for resistors.
A Dallas Automobile Club endorses a public safety drive stressing caution on eroded streets. The plan aims to publicize dangers and reduce rash risk, arguing that reckless behavior leads to accidents and mourning, though some resist acknowledging danger until harm occurs.
A Temple Telegram report notes promoters urge migration from the United States to Canada to boost real estate. It warns Canadians fear Americanization as thousands move north and press to beware Americans bringing newspapers. The piece ends with a provocative claim about civilizing regions by distributing papers.
The Galveston Tribune contrasts Progressive appetite for government controlled monopolies with Democratic suspicion of artificial trusts. It argues two monopoly types exist: natural honest franchises like street railways versus artificial monopolies created by suborned legislatures and anti-competitive acts.
The Lincoln Journal notes that seven Empress of Ireland passengers who swam had far higher survival chances than non swimmers. It urges summer swimming lessons for boys and emphasizes safety before walking home in the heat, arguing early swimming education equips people for danger.
Tom Morton letters Edith and Constance Medford swirl with romantic tension as Edith hides a letter, Constance confronts Edith over her treatment of Tom, and family tensions rise during a breakfast discussion on the veranda. Edith reveals engagement news while Constance accuses Edith and Ralph of cruelty.
Fragmentary notice discusses marriage prospects and moves between Birmingham and Leeds with references to Sooeta-Law and a Mrs Hobs. The text mentions daughters, homes in Birmingham, and desires to relocate to Alyminghass and Teoday, with confusion over Birmingham Leeds ties.
A reader writes from Chicago praising San Antonio on climate and cleanliness. He recalls a trip and urges care for the San Antonio River to prevent waste. The letter urges citizens to appreciate the city’s charm and beauty, and to protect the river from pollution.
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