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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1914
Page
4
The note lists Paul Block Inc offices in New York at 30 Fifth Ave Chicago at Mallers Building and Boston at the Boston Safe Deposit and Trust Building indicating a regional presence.
The San Antonio Light reported April 1914 averages of 22753 copies for the daily edition and 23637 for the Sunday edition. Net paid daily average was 21114 and 21835 for Sunday. Associations and agencies certified prior nine month periods as authoritative.
Across Washington and major papers in May 9 to May 10 reports said Richard Harding Davis, a San Antonio Express and Chicago Tribune correspondent, was imprisoned or arrested in Mexico City along with other war correspondents. Official confirmation varied by source.
An excerpt criticizing U S military logistics during the Mexican War era laments the United States government keeping 10 000 troops in Texas City yet lacking ships and equipment to move them. The author accuses the nation of incompetence and disposes a savage comparison to highlight the transportation missteps and improvised solutions.
The New York piece quotes Florida’s chief executive opposing ABC powers mediating the Mexican crisis. It warns Americans are ignorant of South American nations and highlights misperceptions of Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, and Santiago. The essay urges better study of South American geography.
A critic rails at Congress for political games and waste while criticizing military funding and readiness after Vera Cruz. The writer argues the nation is unprepared, warning that a great people require sense and stronger defense rather than diverting funds to minor projects.
A group of San Antonio clergymen seeks to close theaters and moving pictures on Sunday. Mayor and many citizens oppose. a city poll could show public sentiment likely in favor of continuing Sunday amusements. The Licar declines controversy and urges respect for personal conscience.
An essay argues against compelling church attendance or banning theaters, noting laws clash with public sentiment. It supports a single rest day while acknowledging ministers push for Sabbath restrictions. The piece stresses tolerance and a balanced, reasonable public policy.
An old man named A C Watkins writes a patriotic call to arms praising America's flag and readiness to defend it. He envisions national strength, peace as preference, and a pledge that her banner will not be dragged through slime. He invokes Maine, Wisconsin and Texas as part of a united frontline.
The Buffalo Times writes that no delusion remains about the crisis in Mexico. When Carranza shifts to a position provoking a US armed intervention, both Constitutionalists and Huertistas will join to repel it, with Vera Cruz storming likely to consolidate Mexican factions into a single war issue.
The Mississippi legislature endorses a proposed national peace jubilee to be held in Vicksburg in October next year. Veterans from both Union and Confederate armies would be invited to attend. Congress is asked to recognize the event with an appropriation to provide accommodations at the Vicksburg national military park.
The Houston Telegram comments on the insult filled exchange between Jim Ferguson and Colonel Johnston. It argues Johnston should not praise Fergusons platform and should not pressure Ferguson to run for lieutenant governor with Clarence Ousley while considering backing Colonel Ball if Ferguson refused. It declares the era of colonel rule in Texas politics over.
A St Louis Post Dispatch note says Yale students, led by Brother Taft, prayed for peace but 300 students soon clamored to "fine the cavalry" and rushed to the front, showing youths’ motives remain hidden while elders pray.
A Mexican professor J Gonzales and Huerta confidants possess a letter stating the Mexican president will revoke U S intervention before allowing Villa and Carranza to seize Mexico City. The document was written with the knowledge of his top advisers and signals a pivotal shift in the Havana capital struggle.
Letters from readers praise the city’s street projects including Commerce and St Marys avenues, the sewer extensions and bond works. A signer, P. J. Owens, thanks Mayor Brown and aldermen for pushing thoroughfares that unite north and south San Antonio and boost public benefit.
A reader warns that liberty erodes as Sunday saloon bans spread to theaters and moving picture shows. The letter urges building up church life to meet modern religious cravings and criticizes Progresso for opposing the St Marys street opening and southward connection to Garden Street.
The afternoon dress features taffeta in a dark green shade. Bouffancy at the hips uses two flaring frounces and a bustle puff. Skirt narrows below, revealing patent leather boots with gray cloth tips. High standing collar and loose sleeves complete the look.
G A Duerler Sr. notes the significance of a development project described as unparalleled in importance. The statement emphasizes the local impact and leadership role in advancing that initiative.
Dom Pedro II offered noble titles to raise funds for Rio de Janeiro hospitals, capping barriers with a baron at 100 000 milreis and a count at 250 000 milreis. The article notes a historic inscription on the entrance and French certificates of nobility still issued with varied fees from 52 to 720 pounds, asserting proven pedigree and republic seals.
The article notes rising internal revenue from liquor from 1906 to 1913 despite broad prohibition trends. It cites spirituous and fermented liquor totals, contrasts New York buroughs where saloons declined, and questions if private consumption rose or if collectors are collecting more. It explores implications for reform and policy.
From the Waco Times Herald comes a cross border inquiry about Wilson policy. Texans deny wanting war and praise peace yet complain of the defenseless Texas border and the need for troops along the Rio Grande amid flood threats and a crop valued around 750 million dollars.
A witty remark in Puck traces a top official’s ascent from oiling to general superintendent after graduating last June. The cartoon highlights a rapid climb from entry level to high office within the organization. The exchange mocks merit and rapid advancement.
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