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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1913
Page
4
Fragmentary delivery terms appear with dates and prices for Sunday and carrier services. Instructions urge providing old and new addresses for paper delivery changes and include old and new contact numbers for Crockett.
A Dallas County man named Cowan was found insane by a jury and ordered committed to an asylum. Officials refuse admission, urging legal reform, as relatives seek habeas corpus to determine his status and ensure humane treatment rather than punishment.
Berlin dispatch notes the crown prince's views align with his father on war. He is believed author of Germany in Arms, writing the preface in which diplomacy may delay conflicts but the sword remains decisive until the world’s end.
The piece argues that real criminals distrust loyalties, using fear and self preservation as guiding forces. It notes betrayals among gunmen and informants, with violence and murder shaping underworld dynamics well beyond the trope of honor among thieves. It cites Madero era figures Huerta and Diaz to illustrate mutual distrust after killing a president.
The text notes mutual distrust between Diaz and Huerta, with fear of treachery and death at every banquet, making it unlikely either man is enjoying the fruits of his actions.
A commentary on Ramonia Borden 17 daughter of a wealthy condense milk magnate, who left luxury seeking a home and sympathetic companionship. The piece argues both rich and poor families fail to provide wholesome home life, driving youths toward rebellion, elopement, or dangerous temptations, and stresses parental sympathy during youth.
The Pacific Electric Railway of Los Angeles uses an oscillating signal at highway crossings described by Railway Age Gazette. A hollow disc labeled Stop Look Out hangs from a forked rod with counterweights, red glass lenses, and a center light, ringing a twelve inch gong as it oscillates thirty times per minute when a train or car approaches.
The Korn process for transmitting pictures via wire shows practicality for moderate distances but needs longer reach for newspapers. Dr Korn seeks to extend to oceanic transmission and may visit the United States to test a line between New York and San Francisco before attempting trans Atlantic experiments.
Argentina moves to major projects with Bahia Blanca drainage estimate at 1.5 million dollars and a capital water supply and sewerage scheme over 20 million dollars. An Iguazu water power plant is expected from Argentina Brazil talks, potentially supplying light and power for a century.
The Toledo Blade notes twelve million copies of the Department of Agriculture cook book issued as proof of national growth. The piece contrasts reading the Congressional Record with using the government cook book to prepare a dinner of vegetables grown from free seeds.
The piece argues Gen. Felix Diaz erred allying with Huerta as Huerta betrays Diaz and blocks a promised national election. Huerta’s tyranny becomes evident as he seeks power, leaving Diaz sidelined and both leaders seen as similar in aims, with Diaz used by Huerta to rise to the presidency.
The Pierce Oil Company seeks re admission in Texas though it has continued operating under another name. The piece notes competition, prosecutions against the trust, and questions a name change back to the former designation. It suggests the firm is likely to stay legitimate this time.
The text notes Champ Clark traveling with calm resolve as Mr. Bryan tours the Pacific coast to present points to California lawmakers. It hints the fortnight division will be endured by Champ Clark with his usual serenity.
A Pittsburg Dispatch quips that Mr Bryan will have no headaches the next morning from his grape and will cause no diplomatic indiscretions that evening, noting a lighthearted political jab.
A New York Sun report recalls Mississippi Rep. Thomas Upton Sisson’s three day naval debate remarks urging peace and criticizing naval expansion. It contrasts his antiwar stance with current calls for readiness, noting his later hard line against Japan and questioning the value of his heroism versus naval strength.
The Atlanta Constitution notes the vice president not only speaks in meetings but stays actively engaged, keeping pace with the workload and contributing consistently to discussions.
The Plaza Theater starts a seven day run featuring Joseph Howard and Mabel McCane in Youth a one act comedy with Mrs Gene Hughes and Company in a supporting sketch. The bill also includes Reid Sisters Longworths Fred W Gray Nellie Graham Billy Halligan and Dana Sykes with acrobatic dancing singing and comedy acts.
In a bright morning a girl pauses before the front porch where two serious bulldogs sit chained on the steps. She tells them she has no scraps for them and hurries on, leaving the dogs to watch the streets pass by.
The Christian Science Monitor argues that if Congress expands Post Office duties it must provide needed equipment. It condemns blaming postal workers for delays and notes rural delivery postal savings banks and parcel post need proper funding and staffing to handle vast mail volumes.
After a dry farewell dinner for Secretary Bryan, Ambassador Bryce is expected to be reconciled to returning to England. The Philadelphia Inquirer notes this potential shift in diplomatic tone as the ships of state ready for a conclusion to the visit.
Governor Hiram Johnson is described treading noisily while carrying a small stick in a vivid snapshot from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. The brief note highlights his distinctive gait and characteristic accessory.
The Bull Dog Music Hall produced by Mary Bailey features trained dogs as principal actors. The performance resembles a marionette show with dogs performing without visible guidance, earning evident audience approval and applause at the close.
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