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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1916

Page

6

The Crown Prince's Verdun Battle and Responsibility

Analysis argues the Kaiser directs Verdun with Prince William to gain credit or blame. It notes past failures at Longwy and Toul and warns that if Verdun fails, advisers may avoid blame, while a German success would hinge on the crown prince despite heavy losses.

Paris Prince William Berlin Verdun Longwy Toul Phyrrus

Possible Anglo-German Fleet Action Hinted by Lord Fisher

Lord Fisher warns a major sea fight may occur soon as Britain suspects Germany may sortie its fleet from safe anchorage to clash with the British in the North Sea. The remark reflects British intelligence and is treated as credible by observers.

Lord Fisher England Germany North Sea

German Navy’s Declared Will To Fight At Sea

The article argues the German navy would rather risk a battle at sea than surrender its fleet after the war. It notes Britain’s numerical edge but suggests a North Sea sortie could come if land battles fail. It also discusses potential political shifts and the Kaiser's possible bold gambits to restore prestige.

Dogger Bank England Kiel North Sea Verdun Turkey Roumania Bulgaria Serbia Germany

Passing the Crisis In National Defense Debate

The piece lauds the House for defeating anti preparedness forces over the McLemore resolution. It argues a resolved national will to acquire fleets and armies, warns of Central Powers misinterpretations, and stresses the gamble of neutrality versus national rights at sea.

America House of Representatives United States McLemore House Congress Europe

United States supports armed ships stance after McLemore vote

The defeat of the McLemore resolution clarifies that the United States will not sanction Germany's torpedoing of armed self defense ships. The administration's win removes a hurdle to national preparedness and empowers Congress to press ahead with security plans in line with public expectations.

Germany McLemore United States Congress

Influence of Big Interests on Education and Child Labor

The piece argues that powerful interests shape U S educational content. It cites the Scott Nearing case and a Colorado professor as examples and accuses the federal Bureau of Education pamphlets on industrial education of aiding child labor advocacy. It suggests private colleges also serve elite aims and questions academic freedom.

United States Scott Nearing University of Pennsylvania Nearing Colorado Department United States Bureau of Education Carlyle Committee On Industrial Relations United States Commissioner of Education Commissioner of Education

Want War to Continue according to Milwaukee Leader

The Milwaukee Leader argues that ruling classes in all countries including Germany desire war to profit financially and gain power. The piece urges the working classes to raise a unified voice for peace to prevent endless slaughter until exhaustion forces a stop.

Germany Milwaukee

Prohibitionists Opinion on Ball Defeat and Strategy

The Waco Times-Herald argues Prohibitionists erred by not fielding a full ticket in last election, but faults Ball’s defeat to ultras desertion over nationwide support and Ferguson’s farm renter vote, urging continued elimination strategy.

Ball Ferguson Waco Times-Herald

Red Circle novel excerpt adapted from Pathé proto play

A summary of a public domain style notice introduces Albert Payson Terhune as author for a novelized adaptation of The Red Circle. It cites Will M Ritchey and lists works by Terhune, noting copyright in 1816 and linking to the Pathé play source for the adaptation.

Attic Duel Ends in Capture of Smiling Sam

Crime specialist Max Lamar corners and subdues the killer Sam Eagan in a dramatic attic clash at the Travis home. June Travis aids, a vase smashes, police arrive as Eagan is jailed. Lamar seeks crucial answers to clear June’s guilt.

Max Lamar June Travis House Yama Sam Eagan Father Yuma Lamar Max Yami Mr. Lamar Travis Sam’ Eagan Surfton Mary Hagan Charles Gordon Sam Eagen Jane Miss Travis

Middy smock debuts as a light comfortable sport blouse

The middy smock shown in taupe silk jersey features a middy collar long bishop sleeves and black velvet ribbon on the collar for contrast. Embroidered eyelets allow adjustable front closure with satin ties or ribbon bows. Made to be soft light and flattering for youthful slender figures with linen versions to follow.

Moment of Reckoning Teased In Abridged Tale

A fragment shows a female character facing a foretold reckoning with a cliffhanger hinting at continuation on Monday. The tone suggests dramatic tension and forthcoming plot shift.

Letter Readers Sign Names for Publication Policy

The Light notes letters must be signed for publication and anonymous signers are not printed. A readers expresses gratitude for a gift from the paper's cooking school and mentions $83 raised from product sales. The correspondence is from Mrs 8 C Kile, corresponding secretary of the San Antonio Playground Association.

The Light C. Kile San Antonio Playground Association

Unjust Detention in Kenedy Over Corpus Christi Depot Robbery

John Givens of San Antonio and Cecil McKenzie from Louisiana were detained by Kenedy detectives after a Corpus Christi depot robbery. The two were handcuffed, searched, publicly shamed, and later cleared after three hours of inquiries. Detectives discreetly sent them to a restaurant for a “big feed” before sending them back to San Antonio.

Kenedy John Givens San Antonio Cecil McKenzie Louisiana Corpus Christi Givens McKenzie Corpus

President Wilson rejects cowardly armed merchantmen bill

The Buffalo Express notes the President’s stance against a Democratic plan to bar Americans from armed merchant ships. It praises his refusal as a bold, creditable act and condemns party leaders for pressuring him.

Buffalo Express Wilson America Congress White House

Right Kind of Military Training Fine for Youth

An essay praises Swiss youth training and its influence on national strength. It argues rigorous early health, physical and mental testing, and camp drills create disciplined citizens. The piece claims U S adoption of such a system would boost industry, health, and national security.

Switzerland Napoleon Prussia Ssia Napoleon the Great Napoleon the Little Bismarck Empire Henry Ferguson Confederation United States

The Texas Inquisition in Denison Herald Critique

The Denison Herald reviews Texas asylum shortages and jail overcrowding, likening conditions to the Spanish Inquisition. It faults state officials and political promises for neglecting mental health care amid broader moral reform efforts.

Denison. Herald San Antonio Texas

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