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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1914
Page
4
A fragment from a 1881 San Antonio item notes a score or event labeled 10 Light 26 with a reference to San Antonio, suggesting a brief missive or column snippet without full context. The readable text centers on a dated line and a place, leaving other details unreadable.
A Washington dispatch argues Representative James L. Slayden shows a pro‑prohibition bias through a “pair” with Burke affecting the Hobson amendment. It notes Slayden’s absence on key vote days and questions his influence on national prohibition policy despite district opposition.
The Rev Anna Howard Shaw argues that the word obey should be omitted in marriage vows and calls the standard ceremony a poll parrot affair. She notes modern marriage should recognize equal humanity and criticizes old obedience as sinful.
The speaker denounces a congressman for inaction on an amendment and for not seeking a postponement petition. He Questions what right such a man has to seek reelection, arguing the district’s paramount interests were ignored during the vote.
The article reflects on Nantucket’s enduring conservatism and isolation in 1914, noting historic wind mills still standing and streets paved in the old style. It mentions a couple of hotels at Siasconset and a small actors’ summer colony along with the town crier broadcasting news to visitors.
Townspeople upheld a plan to prohibit motor vehicles on Nantucket by a vote over three to two. The island pursues a peaceful pace, with residents and visitors alike accepting walking or horse transport, while a state road incident demonstrated the community’s resolve to keep autos off the island.
The Sioux City Tribune quotes General Carranza opposing confiscation and proposing to render large estates unprofitable through undeveloped property, pushing owners to divide and sell to tillers. Some call him uncouth or semi barbarian, while others compare him to British statesmen like Lloyd George.
The piece condemns the House for surrendering legislative power to the Senate and executive, noting repeated shifts in anti trust debate and the Senate’s role, while the House pleads for the White House to legislate. It portrays the two chambers as failing to assert constitutional duties amid partisan disputes.
The Providence Journal quotes Senator Brandegee urging Congress to rely on the Sherman law for public protection against restraint of trade. He cautions against new, crude laws and praises passing the appropriation bill, adjournment, and letting the country rest until the Supreme Court weighs in on Wilson administration proposals.
The Louisville Courier Journal notes studies from various cities showing fewer juvenile offenses and accidents in areas with playgrounds. It argues children raised in streets cause trouble, while recreation grounds civilize and elevate youth.
The New York Sun notes Admiral Fletcher’s Vera Cruz roll of honor includes all who were officially recognized as serving bravely. It stresses that though many performed gallantly, not every deserving serviceman appears in the formal account, underscoring the organized efficiency of the landing parties and their intelligent, brave effort.
The article notes Carranza pressing into Niagara conferences while vowing the Constitutionalists will not recognize Huerta. It states Carranza believes President Wilson holds influence to recognize or withhold recognition, effectively shaping any Mexican government.
In a sunlit Hale garden a heated exchange reveals suspicion of Ralph Moxton’s handling of Edith and Tom Morton. Constance accuses him of moral ambiguity while Edith’s arrival foreshadows further conflict. The scene ends as the couple depart in a car, leaving Constance unsettled.
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