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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1917
Page
6
The notice lists the Associated Press exclusive leased wire report and notes postal filing in San Antonio as second class matter. It mentions the publication office location between Avenues C and D, Nos. 509-511 Trav' street.
An Associated Press report from The Hague states the German chancellor will offer peace terms this Thursday. Allies reject any settlement that preserves the German autocracy, urging a government change before any treaty.
Austin reports the executive committee of the UT board of regents suspended the order to discharge all aliens in the university’s employ. Supporters praise the move as protecting American ideals and the university’s role as a leading educational institution amid fears of injustice to faculty.
The article discusses critics of U S wartime preparedness arguing against vast military spending. It cites Major Ernest Morahts Deutsche Zeitung piece noting Prussian militarism to endure beyond the current war and questions about internal German discontent and the role of the socialist movement. It highlights Morahts claim that Germany would maintain military training for youth to stock the officer corps, signaling steadfast Prussian attitudes despite prospects for peace.
The article argues that Prussian militarism persists despite promises of democracy and reform. It claims reforms were a sham to placate neutral powers and warns that continued aggression endangers the world. It asserts U.S. preparations should remain decisive to curb this destructive force.
The nation’s leader urges southern farmers to limit cotton acreage and focus on food crops. The piece notes wheat prices rising to 2.75 on the Chicago Board of Trade and argues against speculation, comparing market actions to wartime proximity and calling for the exchange to close to protect the public.
The remark suggests youths may fight more against being drafted for farm labor than for military service, hinting at protest potential and social dynamics during conscription debates.
Congressman McLemore accuses Wall Street influence behind the conscription bill. He frames opposition as a political occupation once fought and now a mental disease, reflecting sharp partisan rhetoric.
Police in Meadville Pennsylvania arrested two youths aged 19 and 21 for tearing down and trampling an American flag. The incident raises questions about respect for the flag and possible motive.
An Utica Observer critique argues against harsh language to spur enlistment. It suggests young men resist rude rhetoric and cites a Priscilla and John Alden exchange as a prompt for self advocacy in recruitment appeals.
The Dallas Times-Herald remarks that Germany allows Spain to ship specific articles into its borders but forbids shipments to America. It recalls the Kaiser’s demand for a single ship per week to England and asserts the United States will not bow to command, urging Spain to uphold self-respect by tolerating no outside dictates.
In a Temple Telegram excerpt the crowd is described as a formidable force shaping events. Talks between German and Russian socialists aim to establish peace with likely Russian leadership in influence. The piece notes progress under a one-man government cannot halt the crowd’s march toward people’s rule.
The article argues Austria yielded to Germany and severed diplomatic ties with the United States after rejecting unrestricted submarine warfare. It notes Washington would have welcomed friendly ties if Austria had complied, and contends Austria acted more subservient to Germany than Germany to Austria amid Italy’s wartime actions.
To the Editor a reader asks where the line of Jesus Christ stands amid German claims of Christian heritage. The letter questions whether Germany can be called a Christian nation and contrasts religious ideals with modern conflict.
A reader recalls an October 26 1864 petition signed by Seventh Texas Cavalry officers and Sid Waller’s battalion requesting Major General John A. Wharton to merge the Seventh Texas Cavalry with Waller’s Battalion and appoint the reader’s father as commander of the combined regiment. The document was drafted at a camp near Washington Arkansas.
A discussion of the Maverick vote from Capt. Lewis Maverick’s primaries, detailing how about 3408 voters may shape the May 8 runoff between Robert Uhr and Lowther. The piece notes strong German support for Maverick, Uhr’s ties to lodge groups, and predicts a competitive race rather than a machine-driven result.
The Austin Rotary Club heard a Watertown New York Rotary report urging prohibition during the war and adopted a resolution. The Austin club will vote on the proposition at its next weekly luncheon.
In April the Austin recruiting station sent 135 men to Fort Sam Houston for army service and 13 of them were Bohemians. In proportion to population Bohemians enlisted more than any other race, despite Bohemia being part of Austria-Hungary.
Chicago May 2 fire gutted the B. A. Eckhart Milling Company plant on Carroll Avenue. A 50000 gallon water tank crashed from its tower, sparking bomb rumors. Property loss was estimated at 15000 dollars. No one was hurt.
Secretary McAdoo has recommended enlarging the government war risk insurance bureau to insure lives of officers and men on merchant ships. Liability for death would be between 1000 and 5000 dollars with proportionate indemnity for injuries. Vessel owners insured by the government would be required to insure their crews.
William Farnum stars as Roy Glenister in The Spoilers at the Empire Theater. The Alaska set tale of gold rush era intrigue features Kathryn Williams as Cherry Malotte and a strong supporting cast.
Grand Opera House debuts Jules Verne classic 20 000 Leagues Under the Sea with scenes of the submerged world. The film, praised as thrilling and accurate, recreates Verne’s undersea life using scientific detail and dramatic visuals.
President Vinson announced from Washington that the number of UT men reporting for duty to run the aviation school will be reduced from six to three. The trio will go to Toronto for an intensive aviation course and then return to teach at the University of Texas as part of the Southern Department.
Rep Garner proposes raising second class mail to 2 cents a pound with zone-based rates up to 6 cents, offset by higher first class rates and other adjustments. Officials including Burleson Wilson McAdoo back the plan, while publishers protest some effects.
In Corpus Christi Texas May 2 the Texas Camps Modern Woodmen of the World begin their triennial convention with about three hundred delegates. Committees are named for reception transportation decoration and more. The opening session features invocations introductions addresses welcome responses readings songs and credential committee appointments. An afternoon program includes a headquarter meeting at 1 45 p m and a 2 p m business session at Woodman Hall followed by a 5 to 6 p m automobile tour of the city.
Dallas ranked third among U S cities in April naval recruiting with 938 men. Kansas City led with 1062, Minneapolis 1001, Chicago 868.
Dr. Henry Allen Tupper leads a revival at Calvary Baptist Church with 10 am and 8 pm services and a 3:40 pm daily session at the YMCA Camp Wilson. An army chaplain in the Spanish American War, he plans further meetings at Camp Wilson.
In a booze trial a lawyer asks a witness if he noticed the man who sold the liquor. The witness replies he took cognizance the same as others.
The San Antonio Automobile Trade Association meets Friday to discuss the Sunday closing plan now in effect the coming Sunday. The attorney will answer legal questions as members vow to enforce the agreement, with funds raised to cover potential court action.
About fifty San Antonio factories will place comprehensive exhibits in the Texas Capitol within days. William Wehe and Rep Ed Lange negotiate with San Antonio Manufacturers Club Secretary C C Leel to present finished goods and process notes. The display, small in scale and glass topped, aims to show Texans what is manufactured in the state and the need for more Texas factories.
Former State Senator T H McGregor entertained members of the Legislature and state officials at his country home three miles northwest of Austin with an old fashioned goat and kid barbecue. The two branches adjourned at noon and headed to the feast, which featured speeches and ample refreshments.
Seventh Day Adventists urge exemption from military service, arguing the declaration as filed with the War Department may be misunderstood. They stress willingness to aid the government in any capacity that does not violate their obedience to the law of God and their convictions.
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