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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
4
AP day report from The San Antonio Light and Gazette delivers exclusive wire summaries with notable city and regional news items. Local events, politics, disasters, and society notes appear in concise briefs for readers.
The San Antonio Light reports May 1916 daily average circulation of 21 099 copies and Sunday 24 836. After adjusting for spoiled and unsold copies the net paid daily average is 10 325 and Sunday 22 686. The Audit Bureau of Circulation certifies the results as authoritative, noting the paper can guarantee advertisers 50 percent more paid circulation direct to homes in San Antonio than any other newspaper.
A political column attacks Republican discourse on prosperity, accusing the GOP of misusing logic and inflating claims. The piece highlights excessive rhetoric in early campaign rhetoric, contrasting it with Democratic skepticism and noting inflated assertions about prosperity as a political asset.
The piece contrasts Republican claims of prosperity with Democratic rule, arguing that Republicans misread prosperity as perpetual and mock genuine gains. It mocks Republican logic on war trade, foreign policy, and President Wilson, then notes Judge Hughes’ stern image masks humanity, citing a childhood scar and humorous conjectures about his tastes.
In the wake of Woodrow Wilson’s election a humorist argued the president was a relatable human with ordinary desires, noting his fondness for charlotte russe. The piece contrasts early harsh portraits with a later official photo that softened his austere appearance, suggesting growth toward a friendlier image.
The article notes Texas interest inAttorney General Gregory as a possible successor to Justice Hughes and mentions political influence from Colonel House. It discusses Gregorys demonstrated legal leadership and TXs historical involvement in national appointments, while recognizing other candidates may also be considered.
The Fort Worth Record notes Henry Ford did not travel to Chicago for the Republican convention, calling him too busy. It quotes his wealth with estimates of $200,000,000 in ownership, 60,000 employees, $50,600,000 in bank deposits, and $40,000,000 in raw materials.
The Philadelphia Bulletin notes anti American rioting in Chihuahua and the burning of the U S consulate at Du rango. It says U S troops at Tien-Tsin stand ready for dispatch to Pekin and urges swift action near Mexican cities if disorder breaks out.
The author laments the lack of reference to T. R. Revy and Arthur R. Gray on San Juan Hill monuments and battlefield descriptions, noting monuments and arrows mark generals but omit these two names in the Churchman.
A reflection on postNapoleonic peace parallels. It warns against monarchic pacts like the Holy Alliance and calls for a people centric peace, opposing domination by rulers and urging broad independence and self government. Indianapolis News.
The Dallas News notes Love claims a San Antonio convention majority over Poindexter while Poindexter supporters cite a committee report that the National Committee member comes from the convention delegation. The dispute centers on who truly holds the votes and power.
Ahmed recounts a long Tunis tale of Mahmud a jealous scoundrel who killed my grandfather and hid in a sanctuary. A family siege around the mosque lasts sixteen years until Mahmud is strangled as a cow escapes the meadow ending the vendetta. The story ends with a question about what is worth waiting for.
Kansas City Journal notes scientists claim repeated swatting years have reduced fly numbers and predict a flyless country with continued effort. The piece urges all to join the campaign, comparing it to past U S efforts against yellow fever in Cuba and praising scientific persistence.
The article praises season garden outfits in linen with loose comfortable lines. It highlights a blue bug like smock with broad collar and sleeves, wide borders, and embroidered medallions. A square brimmed hat with painted border completes the outfit, ideal for gardening in a Japanese inspired庭.
Surgeon General Gorgas and team investigated yellow fever in Cuba and eliminated the disease carrier mosquito. The effort, praised as a landmark in national history, is credited with preventing cases in Cuba, the Panama zone, and the Philippines. Continued public vigilance and widespread sanitation are urged to finish eradicating the illness.
The piece describes a Boy Scout as more than a plain boy in khaki and a campaign hat. It notes the community sees him mainly as someone headed for camping trips. It emphasizes camping as a wholesome, expansive experience with blue skies, earth, water, and trees.
The piece argues the Boy Scouts of America, with about 183000 registered members over age 12, should be developed and protected under new laws. It portrays scouts as a potential defensive force and emphasizes respect for the organization despite public skepticism from early incidents with impostors.
Reflective dialogue shows a mother reproachfully asking why she did not prevent a kiss and why she was not called. The daughter replies that it was all over too soon, a quiet moment captured in a Boston Transcript excerpt.
Planked flounders seasoned with salt pepper and butter, baked on an oak plank for twenty five to thirty minutes. Serve with hot mashed potatoes lemon slices parsley and a cream sauce.
Virginia Vale tells of Tommy dreaming a toy circus as his rocking horse comes to life and causes mischief. The scene ends with Tommy suspecting a dream while the horse lies broken and plans to nail its hoofs to keep it from escaping.
The piece extols 1916 U S banking power under the federal reserve system with higher resources deposits and elasticity, claiming 40 percent efficiency gain since 1912 and an absolute panic guaranty. It notes May 1916 wage increases surpassing prior twelve months and compares Wilson era naval and shipbuilding growth to earlier administrations. It questions the Hughes candidacy as futile, urging no change while prosperity lasts.
Under the University of Texas Bureau of Economic Geology a map of every Texas county will be produced. It will detail formations, resources, water, oil and gas favorable areas, building stone, road materials, clays and gypsum. The project seeks funds to revive or support the state geological effort, long dormant since a 1900s legislature abolition.
In the sudden death of Dr Davis Foute Eagleton, Texas loses a vigorous moral force and inspiring educator. A professor of English at Austin College for more than nine decades, he shaped the thought of many Texans, recognizing worth in local literature and publishing critical works. His Writers and Written of Ter ps inspired readers and future writers, though a planned Texes criticism series may have ended.
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