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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1917
Page
4
The San Antonio Light publishes a compact note on its founding date January 20, 1881, and its compendium with the San Antonio Gazette, highlighting its Exclusive Leased Wire AP Day Report service.
Entry shows at the post office in San Antonio as second class matter with publication office address given as Nos. 09 611 Travis Street between Avenues C and D.
The San Antonio Light reports six month ending September 1916 daily average circulation of 22 062 copies and Sunday 26 756. After adjustments the paid daily average is 20 477 and 24 424 respectively. Audit Bureau certification is cited as authoritative. The paper claims 50 percent more paid circulation to advertisers in San Antonio than any other newspaper.
An expatriate oil operator in Bucharest arrives penniless in Japan and faces adaptation, illustrating war’s civilian toll across Europe. The piece then evaluates Count Zeppelin, noting his wartime aircraft failed as a cargo engine yet reveals his brilliance and unrealized constructive potential.
The life of Count Zeppelin shows how greatness can take queer forms and disguise itself. His invention the gigantic dirigible airship bears his name and made international impact, inspiring both amazement and debate over its benefits to humanity.
Texas Senate debates over the MecNealus constitutional convention proposal unfold as Prohibition allies fight to block any plan with a people elected commission. Senator McCollum’s amendment would create a people chosen panel to draft changes and submit reports to the Legislature and voters for ratification, aiming to curb dangerous measures. Prohibitionists fear a public sift would thwart their aim and seek a statewide prohibition through a convention. The McNealus camp supports limited changes such as preserving the homestead clause.
Prohibitionists oppose page amendments that would preserve local option features and the homestead provision. The clash reveals a gap between the state Democratic platform and lawmakers priorities. Texans favor the local option but seek possible revision to align with financial needs. Senate clings to current form despite public sentiment.
The query speculates on the effect of a potential separation bill between the University and the A and M College. It asks whether the A and M College would seek alimony as a financial remedy in divorce cases stemming from the separation.
Reuters in London reports Athens gas supply exhausted raising questions about resuming interviews with the king of the Hellenes. Debate centers on impact of the blackout on diplomatic access and royal communications.
The comment notes a paradox as Russian actions are described as restrained despite a long history of upheaval, framing the revolution as conducted with unexpected politeness and decorum.
A military precaution argues that any law allowing government control of railroads in war must also permit taking over labor brotherhoods. The proposal frames rail and union power as a single national safeguard.
Wireless telegraphy is said to work better on the Pacific coast than on the Atlantic. Recent Villista press dispatches, however, indicate that it works better in El Paso and vicinity than on either coast.
Observers note that early reports reduce the Russian upheaval to satire but warn that the lasting impact of a Slavic uprising remains grim and real beyond the current sensational chatter.
The publishers of the United States resent Congress attempting to criminalize circulating papers that include liquor advertisements in states banning liquor sales. They argue the move harms press freedom and is a hostile spirit toward free expression, per the St. Louis Globe-Democrat.
Detroit Times warns that an army drafted censorship bill to be introduced in Congress would establish nationwide censorship machinery. It would bar war discussion in papers magazines or pamphlets without censor permission, signaling stark government control during wartime.
The piece portrays President Wilson as steadfast in defending American life and rights amid looming war. It frames his peace-forward stance while preserving essential liberties on land and sea, signaling a clear wartime message to a global audience.
The El Paso Times recounts a German traveler’s critique of American strategy. He argues Americans failed to fortify the Canadian frontier, implying if Germans controlled Canada the U S would need forts and a large conscript army with chemical warfare research. The piece frames the war as a clash of Canadian and allied versus German aggressions.
Chicago adopts military training in high schools and New York expands the Slater act to cover all youths 16 to 19. The piece notes federal hesitancy on universal training and calls for action by states like Illinois and New York to press Congress to fulfill a duty.
The New York Post argues that widespread hunger among all belligerents will push both sides toward a quick, decisive spring offensive. Von Hindenburg may not wait for U boats to starve Britain, and global privation could spur drastic actions to end the war.
Flora Bella Company will present the musical Flora Bella with Florence Web ber in the title role at Graunda Opera House next Saturday and Sunday with matinees. The cast includes Gabrielle Gray Rhoda Nichols Marion Dyer Mildred Shelley John L Stearney John Philips Russell Lennon and a large chorus of performers.
Mary Norman noted as America’s greatest woman delineator of character headlines a new Storyettes series at the Majestic opening Wednesday matinee. She is joined by vaudeville’s Williams and Wolfus, Mert Levy, Truly Shattuck and Marta Golden, and The Black and White Revue with seven artists. Hayes and Rives perform a fast paced dance item and the Kanezawa Japs add balancing humor.
Marguerite Clark appears at the Empire in Molly Idiliot Seawell's The Fortune of Fifi following Snow White. The bill also features Pathe Weekly No. 20 and a Triangle comedy His Rise and Tumble. Fifi is a vain Parisian actress who wins a government lottery with Cartouche as her guardian, reshaping her fate.
The fragment follows Fifi a young girl with dramatic dreams who loves Cartouche and resists a stern paternal path. She is sent to Louis Bourcet for culture but evades enforced education and a husband as comic and near tragic consequences unfold.
Dorothy Davenport promotes Red Feather feature The Girl and the Crisis at the Queen Theater for a one day run. She notes her birth date and wedding on the 13th and remarks on the superstition of number thirteen with a playful anecdote. Davenport showcases multiple frocks during scenes from the five reel production.
Emma Bunting's company presents Paul Arm strong's dramatization of O Henry's Alias Jimmy Valentine at the Majestic Theater today and tomorrow with G Emmett Whitaker in the lead. The cast includes all members in congenial parts and a fitting scenic setting as the run continues.
A Swiss war correspondent returning from Germany says dissensions have risen among German army leaders. He claims a majority do not share Field Marshal von Hindenburg’s faith or plans and names Falkenhayn Mackensen and Crown Prince Rupprecht as dissatisfied. The general staff chief remains trusted by the emperor.
The Light notes that all letters intended for publication must be signed by the writer and not published anonymously unless the writer desires. Typewritten signatures or stamps are considered anonymous, and publication does not imply publishers endorse the letter’s policy.
A letter to the editor argues against tying eligibility for public office to U S citizenship and warns against xenophobic favoritism. The writer critiques Neutral and laments crime, graft, and law inconsistencies while discussing American industry, farming, and foreign immigration amid international strife.
A Native Texan denounces “monkey gymnastics” in police recruitment and urges fair, decisive action in the upcoming municipal race for police and fire commissioner. He appeals to pride and justice, recalling past oppression and the need for an unconquered, decent leadership.
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