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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1911
Page
8
The April 1911 Railroad Guide estimates San Antonio, Fort Worth, and Galveston populations, contrasting with 1910 U.S. Census counts. The piece notes San Antonio is undercounted by 29,210 in the Guide. Officials hope for more accurate data in timetables from the publication.
Voters face a choice in the San Antonio mayoral race as the Webb campaign urges turnout. The paper argues streets conditions impose a $100 per person indirect tax and urges support for James E. Webb and the Citizens' ticket as vital to the city.
Report states peace negotiations at El Paso failed and armistice is off. Insurrection resumes with insurrectos demanding President Diaz resign. Authors suggest no peace until Diaz leaves office or makes concessions seen as resignation.
The article notes Diaz may resign, but insurrectos demand full change. Torreon, Parra, Chihuahua, Saltilo and Juarez are threatened as peons march in Mexico City crying for Madero. Northern commerce is crippled and U S intervention appears more plausible amid escalating unrest.
The piece argues the army may soon face a Mexico border conflict and test its competence. It praises Fort Sam Houston troops, asserts the army would prove itself as a premier fighting force, and lauds American soldiers for endurance and sacrifice against all enemies.
Judge Pettit of Chicago orders Edward Tilden not to produce his books to show if funds were used to aid Senator Lorimer's election. Pettit previously granted habeas corpus to Tilden and owes his seat to Lorimer faction influence. The Illinois Lorimer case has persisted long and may soon rebound on involved figures.
Soldiers at Fort Sam Houston endured unusually heavy rains and deep mud, with relief as rains cease and weather improves. The change raises hopes of Mexican trouble and possible marching orders as San Antonio endures its worst spell in years.
Mrs Harrison wife of Chicago's mayor drafted a fairy tale during his stump speeches. The tale is to be published soon while the mayor's activities and public profile fade from memory.
A confused clipping notes an Atlantic City man hoping for a ninety year jail term to avoid further drinking. It mentions the board walk’s victims and war unease, while peace commissioners retreat from conflict and a phrase about the Lady Kansas of Hunnewell spurs calls for action.
The council refuses to confirm the appointment of a female chief of police and a female city clerk. The piece notes Hunnewell's scheme outpacing publicity efforts despite bias.
Canadian opposition leader R L Borden delivered a harsh critique of reciprocity at a banquet in Ottawa yesterday. The remarks were noted for their sharp tone and a voice likened to a Pennsylvania accent.
Residents worry about renewed violence in Juarez as uncertain security conditions persist and officials urge vigilance after past sharp attacks.
James Anderson argues in support of the Social Purity League amid questions about a candidate attending its meeting. He defends the league’s aims to protect future mothers and curb vice, praising past actions and urging voters to choose the best, continuing the city’s moral cleanup.
The Minneapolis Tribune quotes an insurgent appeal urging the U S Senate to heed public scrutiny of party records. The piece reserves that voters will reward or punish both parties in next year's presidential and congressional elections. It warns that division risks Democratic triumph and a broken government mandate.
The Indianapolis News notes many insurgents oppose or doubt reciprocity yet are closer to the people than the other camp. It suggests they may approve the program, arguing it is largely wise and in the public interest.
A New York World editorial questions the insurgents for long allying with both sides and asks if their stand on reciprocity and taxes on life’s essentials marks them as standpatters rather than genuine reformers.
The Philadelphia Press says the proposal offers potential gain with nothing to lose as Congress could withdraw ratification if unsatisfactory. It notes the president’s warning that the opportunity may not return.
The piece notes Congressman Victor Berger advocates abolishing the U S Senate and possibly the House, challenging the constitutional framework. It cites opposing editorials from the Springfield Republican and the Philadelphia Record skeptical of any chance for President or courts to block such an overhaul.
Chicago News reports a Milwaukee congressman proposing abolition of the national senate and notes a reciprocal suggestion that the senate might abolish Berger. The witty comment reflects political theater in ongoing debates.
In clear terms the Public Ledger contends that true progressives would align with Berger if constitutional reformers were frank. The piece argues for preserving the existing constitution amid ongoing debate.
The New York World advocates direct democracy with initiative and referendum and recall. It argues the house would become unnecessary, laws could be initiated by petition and adopted by referendum, presidents would not veto, and courts could be recalled if they meddle.
The Kansas City Star notes that Senator Lorimer cannot become president due to being born in Manchester England. The remark calls this ineligibility a public relief and frames it as a solemn thought.
Three volumes from Neale Publishing of New York and Washington collect Confederate memorial verse. Armistead C. Gordon presents The Stonewall Brigade poems. Beverley Dandridge Tucker contributes Appomattox. R. Walker Townsend memorializes the passing of the gray. Prices: 1.25 and 60 cents.
The New York World reports a corrupt Ohio legislature with nineteen of thirty four senators and at least thirty of 117 representatives expected to face charges before the Franklin County grand jury. Detectives describe capitol graft rivaling Adams county abuses.
Little, Brown and Company of Boston announces May releases including The Moving Finger by BH Phillips Oppenheim The Harry History of Jacob Stahl by J D Beresford The Danger Zone of Europe by H C Woods and Crime Its Causes and Remedies by Cesare Lombroso Also Ancient Curious and Famous Wills by Virgil M Harris Brain Power for Business Men by Annie Payson Call Buddie the Story of a Boy by Anna Chapin Ray Eliza Calvert Hall Kentucky story To Love and to Cherish The Spirit of the Island The Old Dance Master by William Romaines Paterson The Captain of the 8 L G S by Etta Baker D Appleton publishes The Girl in the Other Seat Educational Problems and Cost Keeping for Manufacturing Plants by G Stanley Hall Fontaine T Fox publishes A Study in Alexander Hamilton with a blunt critique of Hamiltons life and motives comments on his intellect and character.
The city council yesterday afternoon approved a franchise for the McCruilis system to operate a street car line along specified city streets. Other items note summer closings for business colleges and various local happenings around town.
The May issue of Texas Magazine highlights The Army Maneuvers in Texas by Sherwin R. Mills as its lead. It also includes Boosting the Farmer's Game by C Wilbur Coons on railroad efforts for agriculture, and Texas Capitol noting Texas history by Mrs C C Garrett.
A crowd helps free a stuck vegetable wagon driven by an Italian vendor on Macon street as a bystander sugar bribe ends the stallout. A Mexican refugee recounts a Durango lawyer who suffocated in an iron safe while awaiting rebels.
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