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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1916
Page
6
The San Antonio Light reported an average daily circulation of 21,745 copies and a Sunday edition of 26,393 for April 1916. Net paid averages were 19,997 daily and 24,355 on Sundays, certified by the Audit Bureau of Circulation.
The article argues Verdun remains a continuing German objective not ended as Belloc claimed. It explains French tactics under Petain favor defense and gradual attrition, holding key positions like Douaumont and Goose Crest while avoiding large offensives, to deny gains and cost the Germans ground.
The text argues Verdun hinges on ratios and equipment with both sides seeking to exhaust the other. French defenses are portrayed as obstinate while Germany presses forward, suggesting the conflict will persist while motives remain opposing and casualties rise.
An essay argues the European war drives up costs for newspapers far beyond white paper, raising prices for metals, ink, and machinery while readers pay old rates. It notes country papers feel less impact than modern dailies and criticizes U S idealism for neglecting domestic welfare while aiding foreign nations.
A critic argues that U S idealism helped create the Mexican troubles by backing Francisco Villa and misreading Venustiano Carranza. The piece contends Washington's emphasis on ideals led to the Columbus raid and heightened tensions amid Mexican leadership dynamics.
A quirky claim references a Mexican bandit ram pant as an effective antidote for hyphenitis. The remark mixes humor and folklore, presenting no scientific validation or credible context.
The remark suggests that if Yuan Sai Kai faces recall, residents of San Antonio could gain insights from the Chinese example about political accountability and citizens’ role in government.
Germany acknowledges one of its submarines really sank the Sussex marking the only unqualified concession since its undersea policy began.
A Boston Advertiser clip argues business leaders faulted for not engaging in state or national politics. It says lawmakers lack business details and warns merchants should participate to shape laws affecting commerce.
The Utica Observer argues England wasted troops in Dardanelles and Kut el Amara instead of reinforcing the west. It asserts tossing forces into Salonika would have helped Serbia and potentially Constantinople under allied control, changing the Dardanelles outcome and ending Zeppelin raids.
Dr. C Ward Crampton argues public schools must build health as well as minds. He cites 12 9 million of 22 million U S schoolchildren lacking health education and says only one in five high schools offers physical training. He blames parental apathy and ignorance for neglect.
The Kansas City Journal notes a persistent push to nominate Mr. Justice Hughes for the presidency. It argues supporters want him to decline to turn the Supreme Court into a stepping stone to the White House, while acknowledging his strength as a Republican nominee.
Wisconsin university professor Misa Marlett argues plans to train good husbands are lacking and that the current crop shirks home duties. She blames the lobby club and sport for diminishing devotion to home, noting many husbands rely on their wives for a well managed household.
A gown of black mohair features white braiding and pearl buttons with a tight bodice and full skirt that falls to boot tops. The outfit includes a simple organdic collar, a saucy bow, snug sleeves, and a navy hemp hat with satin crown and a military feather ornament.
A reader questions city liability for delaying funds of the West Texas Bank, arguing hardship for hungry families and homebuyers. The letter condemns the mayor and city attorney for the delay and urges a law to protect the public from such actions, concluding with the line Anything but Brown.
A Kansas City Journal line features a quip about a face powder that "can't be kissed off" followed by a jab about who controls the proving grounds. The exchange showcases playful banter and local wit.
The Light concurs with Mr. Lee that someone should compensate innocent West Texas Bank & Trust depositors for delays caused by city actions. Yet the law allows only recovery of interest on funds, not broader damages to business or welfare. The depositor’s rights hinge on monetary loss from postponed payments.
A tempting salad recipe describes arranged lettuce with asparagus and tomatoes in a bowl. Dressing combines egg yolks salt paprika mustard sugar olive oil white tarragon vinegar and whipped cream with a note of olives for garnish.
The passage argues that while debtors suffer financially, only interest recovery is legally available. It condemns the injustice of allowing offenders to escape full remedy, urging repayment to depositors for the outrage, noting statutory law limits relief to city liability with interest.
A St Louis Times editorial argues the mixing of clergy and military affairs shows in reactions to Father Bernard Vaughan’s sermon praising killing Germans. It defends his stance as legitimate, criticizes other ministers for censoring patriotism, and argues war requires acknowledging killing as a wartime fact.
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