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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1914
Page
4
The San Antonio Light and Gazette present an exclusive leased wire report from the Associated Press detailing daytime news coverage.
The piece profiles renewed Balkan tension over Epirus and the Albania borders, noting Greece and the powers’ decisions to redraw territory. It cites the Kolomia massacre, Essad Pasha’s ambitions, and the fragile Albanians under a 2000-strong force and Dutch officers, with risk of Austrian or Italian intervention.
The United States Census Bureau reports San Antonio as the largest Texas city by population and the largest city in the western section from the Mississippi to the Pacific. Dallas trails closely, Fort Worth surpasses Houston, and the gap widens as San Antonio leads across Texas and neighboring states.
Refugees report United States ships near Tampico withdrew to three miles offshore after Vera Cruz seizure. A German officer intervened to save Americans from a mob, taking them to a German vessel then to Galveston. Washington faced sharp criticism and Secretary Bryan said he has no plans to resign.
Cleveland adopted Eastern standard time and discarded Central time, prompting a wave of local concern and humorous ironies as officials and residents debate the impact on schedules, business, and daily life amid the mix of old and new time practices.
The Cleveland region faces a time standard dilemma as Central and Eastern times clash. City and county officials must use Central time for bonds and court business while interurban trains and residents juggle two standards. Nearby Wellsville and East Liverpool similarly grapple with mismatched eastern and central time. Jewelers may benefit from dual-dial watches, but confusion remains likely.
The Philadelphia Record notes 29 Republicans including minority leader Mann opposed U S demands for a strong response to insults to the American flag in Mexico. Mann called for hours of debate on whether such indignities should be submitted to the United States.
New York papers report two week gains in Mexican botanical drugs with saffron flowers rising to 65 and 75 cents per pound. Sarsaparilla root up to 30 cents, chicle not available under 60 to 65 cents, jalap prices withdrawn awaiting supply, and vanilla bean cuts from 25 to 30 cents higher.
The Washington Herald notes the dignified exit of Senor Algara Mexico's charge d affaires ordered by Huerta, contrasted with the uproar against Americans in Mexico City as Mr. O Shaughnessy prepares to leave. Algara travels to Montreal rather than staying in Mexico.
Women have offered their nursing services to recruiting officers in the event of war with Mexico. The pledge is described as noble as a soldier's patriotism, with good nursing of the sick or wounded seen as heroic as standing on the firing line.
The Houston Post reports Secretary of State Bryan appears peeved as the president bypassed his battleships Friendship and Fellowship. Instead the Atlantic and Pacific fleets concentrate in Mexican waters to threaten blockades against Mexican ports amid rising tensions.
The Cleveland Leader notes that the president has shown patience and forbearance, while Congress and the people demand decisive action to satisfy the nation. The piece comments on the balance between restraint and necessary steps by the national government.
A Philadelphia Bulletin editorial argues that a de facto war exists despite no formal declaration. It notes U S naval forces massing in Mexican waters, bloodshed, broken diplomatic ties, and troops mobilizing for Vera Cruz, with National Guard calls possible.
A Journal of the American Medical Association article details cinema related eye fatigue and health concerns. It notes 25 000 moving picture theaters in the U S with 15 000 000 annual attendees and recommends measures including 40 feet viewing distance, proper ventilation, rest intervals, and standards for equipment and reels. It proposes licensing theaters that follow motor driven machines, velocity regulators, arc lighting, mirror screens, and three minute intermissions.
The Houston Chronicle weighs Pancho Villa's criticism of Huerta, arguing his motives differ from the American aim for a constitutional government. Villa seeks mastery in Mexico, while the United States seeks a fair election and impartial governance, making Villa an unreliable ally despite shared opposition to Huerta.
Milwaukee Sentinel argues against harsh critics of the Wilson administration. It notes that “watchful waiting” critics opposed the Vera Cruz move yet overlooks its purpose and outcome. The piece questions whether patience would have allowed seizure of 200 field guns and 15 million cartridges that could threaten U.S. troops.
The London Globe reports a two wheeled motor car stabilized by a gyroscope. It promises advantages over three wheeled designs and bicycles in speed and efficiency while potentially reducing danger in high speed curves. Practical hurdles may appear, but the experiment will fascinate researchers.
The Sioux City Journal argues that popular election of U S senators reduces the need to elect a legislature focused on senatorial aims. It says voters can choose a national issue oriented senator while selecting a state issues oriented legislature, potentially benefiting public interest in both.
Congressman Henry doubts mediation set by the three South American republics and approved by the president will succeed. He believes Huerta may sell out to the United States rather than yield to the Constitutionalists, conceding little to any outside proposals. Huerta’s tenure seems short, likely ending by force or removal.
The Kansas City Journal discusses a rumor that President Wilson aims to groom Pancho Villa for the Mexican presidency. It notes a Senate demand for a formal statement on the plan and argues Villa’s leadership would be dangerous and repugnant compared to Carranza or Huerta.
The Philadelphia Ledger argues that the U S public payroll expands by about 25 000 each year and that federal state and local governments collectively employ a growing, largely non productive class of about 1 500 000 people. The piece compares this to Europe s standing armies and calls for scrutiny of tax funded salaries.
The Philadelphia Record notes potential probes in Congress into the tolls exemption repeal and the partisan divides around subsidies. It argues the issue lacks strong passion and that freight rates won’t be affected, with cement production reaching over 92 million barrels last year.
The Saturday Evening Post discusses railroads, noting private capital owns most business but cannot set prices. It argues for modest freight-rate increases under tighter government oversight, while warning against graft and risky management. The piece favors greater regulation and accountability.
The Pittsburg Dispatch cites Colonel Goethals in a Senate hearing arguing that repealing the canal tolls exemption shifts costs to the nation. It claims $11.5 million covers expenses and interest, with $8–9 million more for full investment, while coastwise vessels would reap the subsidy, harming foreign competition and violating a treaty.
The richest pearl fisheries in the Americas are in the Gulf of California around La Paz and along Lower California. Pearl beds exist from La Paz to Loreto, on the Gulf’s east side, and along Mexico’s southern coast and Nicaragua. The Pearl Islands near Panama yield notable beds. other beds span Colombia to Ecuador and Peru. Black, green, bluish pearls and pinks are common. American pearls adorn European crowns.
The article notes large fortunes from Mills heirs after his balance of bets on stocks. It highlights 450000 shares deemed worthless while praising his successful picks like a stake in the Comstock silver mines. James Keene claimed Mills could guess right four times out of seven.
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