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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1917
Page
4
A brief note from the San Antonio publishing office lists address at 609-611 Travis Street between Avenues C and D. The item identifies the papers as The San Antonio Light and The San Antonio Gazette and notes wire service affiliation.
The piece condemns Germany for proposing that Arizona Texas and New Mexico become Mexican territory if Mexico joins Germany in war against the United States. It accuses Germany of waging war against the United States and questions its claim to be the traditional friend while urging actions against U S neutrality.
The piece highlights how countless soldiers show heroism in World War II, noting that valor is common among the many engaged, with circumstance shaping recognition beyond famous feats. It emphasizes the collective effort over individual standout acts.
A British service member known as Private Harry Ohara, a Japanese with an Irish sounding name, endured seventy scars from Western Front fighting and twenty shrapnel wounds. After hospital treatment and discharge he volunteered for the flying corps, aiming to face greater danger and shorten the war. His record stands as a striking tale of courage beyond the battlefield’s dramatic incidents.
A German publicist argues for U S convoy of ships to German ports and neutrals, claiming equality with ships to allied ports. The piece contends that trading with belligerents is not an inalienable neutral right and warns that blockades, not just proclamations, justify naval action under international law.
The piece contrasts German and British blockade tactics. It notes British enforcement via prize courts and lawful measures, while German submarines target non German flag vessels without warning. It argues impartial publicists should recognize this reality and protect neutral shipping under law.
The text notes rising Cuban revolt seriousness, halted sugar harvest, and mentions Japan splitting into pro and anti government parties. It also mocks Governor Whitman for advising rice as cheap, while the poor reject it.
A tongue in cheek note says England plans to buy 2000 American tractors to till every available acre. It adds no objection to the sale but quips it would be embarrassing if she calls them tanks after acquiring them.
Secretary of War Baker asked colleges with military instruction to furnish ten men each for examinations for second lieutenants. He may win public support by addressing what to do with a college education.
More than 4000 accidents were reported to the state industrial board in January, bringing five month total to 20,007. The report notes accidents from stepping off street cars, unloading guns, reckless driving, slipping on banana peels, bystanders, and similar mishaps across Texas, with many people in hospital.
The Department of Commerce reports unprecedented tourist travel to Panama due to travel restrictions abroad and ample funds. Large ships sold out by agencies months ahead and southern routes show strong growth, keeping roughly $200 million formerly spent abroad in the United States.
The Beaufort Enterprise quotes Mrs. Marthia Moore Avery, director of the Boston School of Political Economy, arguing a woman should stay at home to be successful. The paper questions why she does not stay home herself while directing the school.
Judge John F. Murphy told the Lions club that monetary penalties fail to deter minor offenses. He argued for jail sentences for many minor convictions and warned criminals weigh costs before acting, noting some would pay for violence if possible.
Harvard establishes a fully recognized officers training corps after technical obstacles are cleared. The action reflects national need and student fitness, highlighting resolute service and patriotism of college men during peaceful times as shown by the Harvard regiment’s organization and drill.
The Chicago Tribune urges universal enrollment as a key step in preparedness across social, commercial, industrial, and military spheres. It argues enrollment aids policing in peace and doubles national effectiveness in war by cataloging citizenship assets, suggesting the postoffice system as the most efficient vehicle.
The county school superintendent reports strong growth in Bexar rural schools due to the compulsory attendance law now extended for ten years. Rural enrollment rises from 5000 to 8000, with 59 white and 5 colored schools. School property valued at 224038 dollars and eleven teachers homes on district property aid the system.
At the Majestic, manager Edward Raymond promises a cabaret stronger than last week after the regular show. The Major Laugh Minstrels headline an evening with more than twenty acts including Ralph Dunbar and Hermine Shane presenting Mary Ann. The Maryland Singers, Clarence Oliver, Georgie Olp, George McKay, Ottie Ardine, Herbert Clifton, Jimmy Duffy, Mercedes Lorence, the Kitaro Brothers, Rosita Mantilla and Harry Cahill perform songs, dances, and comic skits.
The Grand shows Civilization a grand film by Thomas H Ince with a million dollar theme and a 40 000 strong cast. It presents wartime brutality and the New Testament spirit of love for neighbor concluding with peace. The cast includes Hercel Mayall Lola May Howard Hickman Issaid Markey George Fisher J Frank Burke Charles K French J Barney Sherry Jerome Storm and Ethel Ullman.
Francis X Bushman and Beverly Bayne headline at the Queen today and Saturday in the Metro serial The Great Secret chapter Dragon's Den. Beatrice Fairfax society stories Grace Darling Harry Fox lead Billie’s Romance. Charlie Chaplin also shown in The Duke. program includes short subjects no longer than two reels.
Lenore Ulrich headlines at the Empire Theater in Her Own People with a Pathe News and Bray cartoon. Ulrich plays Alona an Indian girl who rises from boarding school snubs to a grand mansion as her love story with Frank Colvin unfolds and a rich transformation is revealed.
H T Dunn vice president of Willys-Overland resigns effective May 1 1917 at a board meeting in Toledo Ohio. John N Willys cites Dunns total commitment to Fisk Rubber Company and Federal Rubber Company as the reason while Dunn remains a director of Willys-Overland.
Mrs Cluckkpeck tells John to remove his feet from the table. John replies there is only one person who can talk that way to him. She demands to know who and he answers you, my dear. He then drops his feet to the floor.
Miss Josephine Lucchese appeared as soloist with the San Antonio Symphony Orchestra on Thursday, drawing an ovation and two encores for her crystal soprano. Her program included Prochs Theme and Variations, Delibes Bon Jour Souzon, Liza Lehman Coucou, and Bohms Calm as the Night, with the orchestra conducted by Arthur Claassen. The concert opened with The Star Spangled Banner sung by the orchestra, and the season will conclude March 15 at Beethoven Hall with a public rehearsal at 4 pm.
The annual Texas scholastic census starts March 2 and will cover 10 000 school districts by April 1. Last year’s total 1 223 846 is expected to rise by at least 50 000 due to demographic and legislative changes. Enumerations are reported to county superintendents then to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
San Antonio Weather Bureau summary shows February with 17 clear days 6 partly cloudy 5 cloudy. Temperatures ranged from 19 degrees to 91 degrees, the record February high, while precipitation totaled 0.49 inch, leaving 1.29 inch deficiency for the month and 2.02 inches since January. Northeast winds averaged 7.9 mph with a peak of 37 mph on the first day.
Interest grows in the Tableau Vivant presented by the San Antonio Red Cross Chapter entertainment committee. The show will be March 8 at the Grand Opera House with 20 tableaux, new works, and a mix of songs and skits. Tickets available at hotels, the Gunter Hotel lobby information bureau, and Grand Opera House box office. Chairmen of ushers are Miss Rowena Nye and Miss Jean Aubrey. nurses may serve as ushers in tableaus. Programs donated by Mrs. A B Spencer will serve as souvenirs.
Col Charles L. Stowe Texas public buildings official grants permission to the Daughters of the Republic of Texas to designate a suitable site in San Jacinto Battlefield Park for a monument to memory of the Battle of San Jacinto heroes. He will visit the park with a committee to help select the site.
Frank behaved well at the Corenmnan dinner until dessert arrived. He cried asking if the fruit would hurt him or if there was enough to go around.
An American commenter argues for balanced neutrality amid World War I policies. The letter rebuts a prior piece, lists perceived pro Allied actions and British conduct, and urges impartial hearing of both sides to reflect true American fairness. A. C. Austin signs the defense of neutrality.
Rev Henri Anet of Brussels who visited the Belgium front and Rheims ruins will speak on The Soul of Belgium. The talk is Friday at 8:50 pm at 335 West Woodlawn Ave, hosted by Mr and Mrs A B Weakley. He will also recount a recent interview with King Albert. Bishop Capers will preside and Rev Porter will offer prayer.
City Attorney Gillette was instructed to prepare a new anti jitney measure after a Friday conference. Commissioners Uhr Lambert and Garland oppose allowing jitneys on Commerce Street while Mayor Brown and Commissioner Kearny favor spreading traffic between Travis and Commerce Streets. Commerce Street property owners urged reconsideration to permit jitneys on Commerce Street to relieve downtown congestion and attract customers.
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