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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1916
Page
4
San Antonio Light and Gazette masthead style entry notes publishing details, address and wire service relation. It lists the paper as AP exclusive day report source, with office location on Travis Street in San Antonio.
The April 1916 report shows The San Antonio Fight daily average 21 745 copies and Sunday 26 893. Net paid daily 19 997 and Sunday 24 355. Audit Bureau of Circulation certifies figures as authoritative. The Light claims 50 percent higher paid circulation to homes in San Antonio than any other local newspaper.
The Interocean Submarine Engineering Company funded by Wall Street young investors aims to raise sunken treasure from ships sunk in the war era. Backers include Percy Rockefeller and George F. Baker Jr after hearing Rear Admiral Chester and George Stillson recount the submarine F-9 rescue off Honolulu. Revenues from reclaimed cargoes and sunken ships worth millions entice capital to fund bold dives.
The radiodynamic torpedo developed by John Hays Hammond Jr. has shown convincing demonstrations. Congress may adopt it in the fortifications bill after two years of testing, despite naval caution. The weapon promises coast defense and could lessen risks from foreign battleships and landings on U.S. soil.
The essay argues that Verdun may still be undecided as fighting continues in a sporadic trench war. It notes past battles where both sides claimed victory depending on objectives, citing Saratoga and Antietam as examples of contested outcomes and suggests Belloc’s verdict may be premature.
Washington reports claim the radiodynamic torpedo guided by wireless impulses can strike targets nearly thirty miles at sea. The device, once mocked as science fiction, reportedly lacks major defects after naval and military tests and could be immune to enemy radio interference with its radio impulse system.
German response to President Wilson accuses Britain of violating warfare rules by restricting food imports to Germany. The term war on women and children is repeated by German newspapers and sympathizers. The piece notes that suffering of non-combatants has occurred in every war.
The piece argues that hunger sieges are a timeless wartime reality and that the United States should stay neutral regarding Britain and Germany’s food blockade. It questions why the U S should intervene, notes Germany’s claim of abundant food, and cautions against assuming civilian suffering or food shortages.
A concise opinion argues that political power hinges on citizens controlling their finances. It warns that government overreach weakens democracy unless people hold economic leverage and fiscal autonomy.
Celebrants of the Avon bard's tercentenary are urged to adopt the motto Have you a little Shakespeare in your home as a playful call to celebrate the anniversary. The prompt reflects local enthusiasm for literary heritage and community events.
Five eastern cities have given Billy Sun day 198208 as a free will offering. There are ways and ways of stimulating trade.
The sword of honor given to King Albert of Belgium by French schoolchildren is under glass in the Petit Palais Paris. It will stay there until Germany is driven from Belgium, after which King Albert is expected to visit Paris to receive the blade from its custodians.
The boy scout movement stands for fresh air discipline and character building. It offers society service tasks for every able-bodied citizen and recreation free of vice, while providing health and alertness through outdoor activity.
The Brenham Banner Bulletin argues against nomination by convention. It says conventions are led by magnetic personalities and mask the true will of the masses. The primary system alone lets people express preference in nominee selection.
The Detroit News argues it would be dangerous to intervene in Mexico with 16 million hostile citizens. It warns a government installed by bayonets would defy the consent of the governed and undermine American principles.
The Birmingham Ledger argues butter prices rise with more production and artificial butter supply. It claims producers want profit, notes artificial butter quality, and calls for Congress to repeal a coloring law so artificial butter can be sold openly if scarce.
A vintage romance unfolds around Phyllis Armitage from seventeen to twenty four. She uses love and fashion as shields while men pursue money and status. A wealthy fiancé returns after inheritance, and Phyllis reshapes her fate through charm and resolve.
The Cleveland Plaindealer notes Spain faced minimal harms compared with Holland and the Scandinavian kingdoms yet plans a strong protest to Berlin. It argues Germany’s aggression tests neutrality and risks alienating nonbelligerent nations as Tirpitzism grows.
A one piece frock with a separate coat appears in smart dressy combinations. Navy satin and serge coat features a serge girdle, novel side insertions, shorter length, full sleeves with flaring cuffs, and a cape collar with bone button trim. Worn with a pale grey taffeta frock, white hemp hat, and kid shoes.
Readers must sign letters sent to The Light as anonymous letters will not be considered. The paper will know the author, but names may be withheld if the writer wishes. Publication does not imply endorsement of the letter’s policy by the publishers.
A reader scolds a rival paper for calling a burglar neutral in a letter to the editor. She insists loyalty to authorities and laments the burglar's potential disloyalty amid current civic debates.
The writer questions San Antonio city officials over funds held by the West Texas Bank causing suffering. They demand accountability, ask about a recall and whether the issue is settled, and suggest distributing 5000 campaign ribbons titled Anything but Brown.
The court notes the city would owe damages equal to the interest on the deposits for the period funds were delayed by the injunction. The statement frames the only damage to money as loss of interest when an injunction affects city funds.
An Irish priest in Quebec province, famed for his affable manner, accepts donations from Protestants and Catholics alike. A Baptist delegation asks him to fund a new church, but he responds with a quip, offering $50 to help tear down the old one.
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