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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1913
Page
4
The San Antonio Light presents its exclusive AP day report service wire news from The San Antonio Light and the Quazetta Evening Daily.
An El Pais critique argues the United States should remove Ambassador Wilson and all consuls from Mexico. The piece suggests US policy is inconsistent, notes the risks of war, and mocks Huerta’s ultimatum while detailing how diplomacy sustains cross border ties and avoids formal recognition of his regime.
The New York hospital obituary notes Chuck Conners aged 61, famed as a symbol of a man made famous by a newspaper reputation. Widely known in York and beyond as a king of Chinatown, his notoriety spread globally before his death.
A discussion tracing segregation ideas from Plymouth and Massachusetts Bay to immigrant communities, noting how voluntary settlements foster cohesion while enforced exclusions occurred. It describes Baltimore’s failed attempt to create a restricted district for Black residents and the legal issues surrounding such ordinances, including a provision criminalizing residence in the district.
Captain Ranlett of West Point class of 1898 lists twelve deaths among sixty peers from combat disease and accident in Santiago Mindanao Luzon and the Philippines. The piece argues Carnegie should be careful with sweeping claims about safety of army and navy life.
The Fort orth Record notes rising Japanese fishing activity in Alaska. An anti alien fish ing bill passes both Alaska houses and awaits the governor. California restricts Japanese land access while Alaska limits fishing rights, amid ongoing tensions surrounding Uncle Sam and President Woodrow Wilson.
President Wilson declares no bluffs in tariff enforcement and vows to investigate wage cuts tied to tariff changes to determine if reductions reflect economic need or sinister aim, as reported by the Temple Telegram.
A 136 mile mostly straight railway segment in New Zealand stands out as the longest tangent in the world. The terrain is highly mountainous with sharp curves and steep grades, making railway construction exceptionally challenging in the country.
A New Orleans report claims cotton planters oppose the Underwood tariff but the spokesman cited is a cotton exchange operator. The paper doubts the stance until it hears from an actual cotton grower, warning the measure could divert millions from Southern growers.
After widowed Frau Helwig moves to Leipzig she rents rooms to Kurt Salten a somber young violinist. Their shared affection blooms into secret engagement until Helwig’s Berlin inheritance plan pulls Louise away. Three years later Salten rises as a famed artist, revisiting Largo Arioso on a triumphant Berlin return and confronting buried heartbreak.
After the great fire London explored a city beautiful concept. Sir Christopher Wren drafted a grand scheme for 90 foot broad thoroughfares. It aimed to shield churches, create large piazzas, cluster guild halls, and build a riverside quay from Blackfriars to the Tower, but private interests blocked adoption.
A reader in Havana challenges a New York Times cable report on the Isle of Pines claiming Cuban majority residents. The letter asserts Americans number over four thousand, Cubans about one thousand, with most American holdings and heavy taxation on Americans while Cubans provide few public services.
The pure white albino moose skin and head arrived in Seattle aboard the Northland from Cordova Alaska. It was killed on Kenali peninsula March 1 by trapper Hara Higgins. The Thrinket Indians fear the spirit tale and plan to place the mounted skin in the university museum.
Three travelers a wealthy carriage dealer, a lawyer, and an Episcopal clergyman waited at Sunset station for the northbound Katy. The two wealthier men forced the clergyman into a Pullman, then to buy three fares to San Marcos. The conductor revealed the error saving the minister from the bill while the others trudged to San Antonio.
New York World notes Texas press association session at San Antonio will span three days and attract a large attendance. The event highlights Texas journalists known for their talent and long-running career paths from small towns. San Antonio's hospitality and historic city character frame the gathering.
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