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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1916
Page
6
The editorial argues that citizens must freely walk any city street after dark while police duties protect them, noting danger zones exist in every city and government warnings would erode rights. It compares street safety to a hypothetical warning on the high seas, urging vigilant policing without restricting movement.
The piece critiques Texas lawmakers duplicity on President Wilson's defense program. It notes Senator Sheppard and Congressman McLemore publicly backed preparedness while others hedged or shifted posture, prompting questions about who started the rumors and who truly favors readiness.
The article discusses Texas reaction to a House resolution urging Americans to avoid armed ships. It frames national defense as both moral and physical, notes Wilson's stance on neutral rights, and criticizes Congressman Moe Lemore and his anti preparedness rhetoric as lacking constructive policy.
Representative J H Davis known as Cyclone announces re election plans while vowing to stay in the capital for army and navy legislation. The piece critiques his readiness to obey voters and contrasts his stance with other Texas delegation members as they seek reelection. It notes his controversial debut and publicity driven persona.
At the National Educational Association session in Detroit leading educators debate standardizing public schools and measuring school outcomes to craft a uniform national system. Senator Sherman also pushes a National University of the United States, amid talks of federal higher education role and President Wilson's support.
A telegraphed report from the isthmus cites a Sunday night survey showing an average 30 foot depth and 250 foot width in the canal cut at Culebra. If permanent, traf fic could reopen in a fortnight. but earth formation treachery risks refilling the ditch as hills squeeze mud, though General Goethals remains confident that work can succeed.
Premier Asquith asks Parliament for a credit of 2.1 billion dollars to sustain Britain’s war effort through May, stating total British war costs at 8.64 billion and noting the figures are beyond precedent and imagination. The Kansas City Star comments on the vast sums and the impossibility of earning them at a daily wage.
The Dallas Journal notes Felix Diaz is likely to travel to Mexico to foment rebellion against the de facto government. It says his lack of strong leadership and past failures suggest any unrest he sparks would be short, with trouble potentially aimed at Carranza during a period needing stability and reform.
The state law and city ordinance requiring births to be reported are good ones. A complete table of births and infant mortality lets the health department identify where infant deaths are heaviest and target remedies effectively.
Needs Mothers' Pension. Nebraska needs a mother's pension law of the kind Governor Capper has in mind. The state would save money by adopting a statute providing for the payment in cash, of a sufficient sum to enable all worthy mothers to support their children under suitable home surroundings. 'The present Nebraska law, with its opportunities for loose administration, lack of provisions to raise sufficient funds, and failure to provide for payments in cash does not fill the bill-Omaha News.
The Indianapolis Times argues Filipinos cannot govern themselves without an international framework. It urges a clear, agreed policy by major powers defining the Philippines’ future before any move toward independence.
Texas maintains a strong lead with military instruction at the Agricultural and Mechanical College, home to nearly 1100 cadets. The program is certified by superior authority as real military training.
A California congressman introduces a bill to force a voter approved declaration of war by a special election. The Times-Picayune notes the irony that, with a Japanese fleet nearby, the sponsor might be tempted to lynch his own brain child.
Albert Payson Terhune adapts Will M Ritcheys Pathe Photo Play into a serialized tale set against intrigue and danger. The 1915 copyright notice anchors the adaptation, signaling a silent era crime drama style.
Farwell confronts a workers delegation over profit sharing and orders them back to work. A mounted officer pursues June who stole money from Farwell, but she escapes into a park after a dramatic riding clash. The chase ends with a violent blow to the officer before the scene moves toward a Friday conclusion.
Earl is given two black puppies Donnie and Dottie who chase crows over a thawing pond. Dottie falls through the ice and Donnie dives after her twice, finally rescuing her to safety. Earl praises Donnie as brave and the dogs learn quickly.
Daily Fashion Hint notes a tailored navy blue suit in gabardine mohair and serge, versatile for most occasions. A recent navy gabardine example features a full circular skirt, waist belt, three rows of shirring, a bolero like jacket, long snug sleeves with soutache trim, and a white Milan hat with velvet ribbon and wings.
A reader endorses a large standing army and universal training for youth, argues it would deter invasions, and complains about anti liberty notions. The letter defends vaccination, mocks reactions to female presence in elevators, and comments on public manners, signed by J. U. Zuberbules.
Observant Citizen L H Hymers, a Chicago salesman, had sausage shipments sent to hotels. At the St Anthony Hotel he hosted friends who waited for the much praised sausage. The cook had boiled it by mistake and a waiter later learned the sausage was made of candy, ending the culinary miscue with Hymers still a generous buyer.
A congressional debate centers on universal military training and compulsory service. Figures from Gen. Wood to Gen. Scott and ex Secretary Stimson advocate universal liability, while supporters note democratic fairness and modern need. Charles W. Eliot and Princeton’s Hibben back Swiss style to ensure a capable, non elitist force.
The Galveston Tribune weighs the merits of battleships versus battle cruisers in wartime. It argues that speed favors the fast vessel for decisive action and sea control, noting major powers shifted to cruisers before the war and highlighting strategic advantages in breaking enemy supply lines.
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