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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1916
Page
6
The article recalls a shift from plain school days to fashionable dressing as children now demand Sunday outfits for school. It contrasts youth style with earlier times when class activity outshined attire, noting parental concerns over rising costs and social pressure among classmates.
The United States expresses sincere regret over ill advised actions in Mexico and says it has no desire for war or to seize Mexican land. It urges Mexicans to settle their troubles and return to work while noting rumors from El Paso about Herrera and Villa are unsubstantiated.
The dispatch argues that tension between the United States and Mexico could rise if Mexican masses are misled by unscrupulous politicians about the motives of American troops pursuing Villa. It warns that while calm is possible, anger could ignite if truth is not understood by the Mexican people.
Texas turkeys from Cuero and surrounding San Antonio territory drive high demand with trainloads to Northern markets. Presidents and chefs praise the meat as a luxuriously wild flavored option, with Texas produce like grapes and vegetables accompanying the orders.
San Antonio residents formed the American Citizens' Protective League for Texas to monitor congressmen who fail to perform their duties. The group aims to defend people’s sovereignty and public trust, though concerns rise about potential unintended consequences.
The Washington Star quotes that Filipinos have greatly profited by current rule and favor continued governance by outsiders. It argues no demand exists for self rule except from professional politicians and agitators seeking control when outsiders withdraw. It asserts such a self directed government would likely not be stable or better for the islands.
The Beaumont Enterprise notes how wartime finance fueled massive paper money expansion and a surge in silver value. It cites September 1915 silver at 47 cents an ounce and two months later at 54 cents, with bullion dealers predicting further gains postwar.
The Utica Observer notes the United States spends far more on the navy than Germany yet still trails in competency. Germany spent 17.6 million in 1900 while the US spent 60.5 million. in 1914 Germany 116.7 million versus the US 143.5 million. The piece argues labor and material costs justify higher outlays but questions the double spending.
The Springfield Union argues that rapid growth in foreign sales harms the economy by depleting European gold supplies and creating conditions that increase cross water business difficulties. It warns that maintaining a large share of world gold is futile and could trigger a sharp negative reaction.
The Philadelphia Record argues that if preventive action is needed, the United States may occupy Chihuahua Sonora and possibly other northern states to crush bandits and establish security. Occupation would continue until threats are captured or neutralized and assurances from Mexico are credible.
Albert Payson Terhune adapts his tale into a silent film era narrative based on Will M Ritchey’s Pathe photo play. The work, copyrighted 1915, reflects Terhune’s authorial voice adapted for screen materials and cinema release contexts.
Max Lamar pursues the Red Circle case, helps June Travis, and plots to derail a key suspect. June faces a sensational trial, vows to stay and fight her fate, while Mrs. Travis embraces her, and a parole grants mercy but leaves lingering shadows over the lovers.
The article notes sport hats with sailor shapes in Panama and novelty braids. A Panama brimmed model features a natural pongee band and embroidered butterflies around the crown. It suggests easy replication and coordinating with different costumes and fabrics.
A mischievous mouse tricks Tabby by using a stuffed catnip toy. Tabby bites it and rolls in catnip, forgetting real mice. Meanwhile the real mouse feasts on cheese, unseen.
The Temple Mirror argues women should vote if they want it, urging mothers and wives to speak for change. It notes Texas leaders, including the governor, would back a constitutional amendment if women showed clear desire, and insists the home is the real source of future strength.
The article surveys African colonial holdings by Britain France Belgium Italy and Portugal, detailing area and population comparisons to the United States, noting Liberia and Abyssinia as independent, and outlining 1880 1890 agreements shaping borders and spheres of influence before World War I.
Neighbors argued over a pet chicken named Pete. The owner bet a cake that Pete would lay an egg, while the neighbor bet candy. Pete crowed and so did the owner, ending the wager with a humorous twist.
The piece argues that the Monroe Doctrine embodies sovereign rights beyond mere coercion, citing Grant's 1869 remark on European territory and the US action preventing Sweden from ceding St Bartholomew to Italy. It asserts sovereignty rests on superior force and that self preservation overrides others' rights.
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