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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1917
Page
6
A brief AP day report appears in the Gazette sent through leased wire. The item notes standard wire service dispatching from the Associated Press with placement at the San Antonio post office as second class matter.
The piece argues generals Brussiloff and Gurko seek relief signaling Russian despair and a potential shift of German forces to the western front. It warns Russia’s exit would prolong the war and burden the United States with more troops, while condemning Germany’s Belgium aggression and urging acknowledgment of factual outcomes. It also critiques German attitudes toward national obligations and citizen loyalties in the war.
A European wartime reflection notes German conduct since the war began, highlighting a pattern of astonishment and indignation when events thwart their aims. It argues Germans entered the conflict with beliefs that others must align with their desires.
The proposed war tax schedule faces vigorous resistance from many angles. Critics warn a rushed plan overlooks key taxation basics and could cripple industries by heavy fixed charges, risking loss of wealth creation as the public accepts enormous war costs.
Former Greek Premier Venizelos issues a stirring proclamation to Greek-Americans praising democracy and the United States war aims. He calls for devotion to the American cause and sympathy from the Greek community, contrasting with German denunciations of German-Americans.
A strike by chauffeurs paralyzes the London bus system as jitney drivers are urged to join the action. The city faces transit disruption and possible driver solidarity movements.
Report says Germany will stop making Zeppelins now that Count Zeppelin is dead. The airships, though named for him, are described as no longer useful or worthwhile.
The text suggests Congress removed the censorship ban from the espionage bill so lawmakers could gauge public reaction, even if the administration preferred secrecy. The remark implies a shift toward openness in responses to public opinion.
Denison Herald notes Congressman Blanton aims to secure appropriations totaling over 118 million dollars in one day to purchase sites and erect post office buildings in his district. If successful, he would exceed any other member in a single term or session.
Colonel William B. Wortham of Austin appointed pipeline expert by the railroad commission. He formerly served as state treasurer and is a longtime Democratic figure and ally of the late James Stephen Hogg. Wortham is described as the old guard and a friend of Allison Mayfield, chairman of the commission.
The New York World argues the Louvre gardens in Paris should become vegetable plots for children, but New York does not need to imitate this. It notes many acres of East soil for crops and urges gardeners to favor vegetables over flowers without disfiguring parks and lawns.
The War Department estimates forty thousand men in training for officers and expects conscripts to flood camps by August 1. With regulars and National Guard expansions, the United States could field a trained army of 1,200,000 within nine to twelve months, a record-breaking mobilization.
Judge Horace F. Bishop proves farming prowess with seven acres of onions and cabbage in Oblate addition near Mission. He harvested 1550 crates of onions at 2.00 each worth 3100 and cabbages from three acres worth 1500, with four more acres to cut, illustrating the valley’s strong agricultural yields and rewards for diligence.
Illinois calf clubs mobilize boys and girls to raise calves as banks back the effort to boost future meat and dairy supply. Agents report 4875 calves requested in addition to 3100 already placed, with Wisconsin buyers on the line. legislators refused to intervene, leaving bankers and youths to carry the plan forward for eventual savings in meat and milk.
The final hours of the Texas special session saw the governor hold final review on all major appropriation bills totaling about 25 million for two years. Senate elected C. B. Hudspeth as president pro tem, while other measures included prison reform, National Guard expansion urges, and multiple school district bills signed into law.
Julian Paul Blitz, who led the Houston Symphony Orchestra for three years and is well known in San Antonio, has been elected conductor of the San Antonio Symphony Orchestra, succeeding Arthur Claassen.
The Southern Department receives instructions to form two new regiments immediately using the prior system. A regiment roll will select every other man for the new unit, keeping the first sergeant while moving down the list. Recruits will join and trained men will train them, with officers drawn similarly though shortages will burden officers. Experience suggests competent officers plus suitable enlisted material can rapidly build effective regiments.
The United States government approves Governor Cantu of Lower California his staff and the Twenty third Mexican infantry in full uniform to attend a friendship fiesta starting June 30 in San Diego California. Governors of states and mayors of many cities were invited to support the event to foster good American Mexican relations.
Texas Unitractor Co of Dallas receives charter with $75000 capital to manufacture tractor attachments for Ford cars. Incorporators C C Slaughter Jr J B Hartsough and Walter G Miller. Wade Oil Co of Saratoga charter with $6000 capital. incorporators L T Wade P H Sterling and A W Roark. Midway Oil Co Houston charter amendment increases capital from $10000 to $20000. Final payment proof filed by Port Arthur Coaster Co. Dissolutions filed for Mission Dredging Co Ballinger Davidson Starr Eubank Co Waco Iredell Park Association Iredell Bosque County.
Letters must be signed for publication. Anonymous submissions are allowed but typed signatures or stamps are considered anonymous. Publication does not imply the publishers endorse the policy outlined in the letter.
At a Fiesta San Jacinto Association executive committee meeting a unanimous vote of thanks was given to The Light for its generous cooperation and publicity of the patriotic celebration. John B. Carrington, Secretary.
At the Empire today and tomorrow Vivian Martin and Jack Pickford star in The Girl at Home a boy and girl romance set around Jimmie Dexter and Jean Hilton. Mack Sennett Keystone Comedy Her Fame and Shame features Louise Fazenda Charlie Murray and Harry Booker. Cast includes James Neill Edythe Chapman Olga Grey and Billy Elmer.
The film Kick In plays at the Grand Opera House with cast including William Courtenay Mollie Hewes Mollie King Susan Villa and others. The drama centers on a wife who reforms her crook husband amid crime police and romance, delivering humor and thrills through a real life inspired story. The Willard Mack tale previously staged on Broadway by A. H. Woods is presented as a human drama with sincere punch in a film format.
Tonight at the Majestic the usual weekly cabaret features 25 act participants with audience as guests of the performers and Manager Raymond. Fred Ardath headlines a sketch The Corner Stone while Frankie Heath delivers sings stories and Violet MacMillan performs In and Out of the Movies. The act includes That Kill Kare Kouple John and Winnie Hennings Two Maids From California Leach sisters and The Midnight Rollers with Binns and Burt providing gymnastic laughs.
Holdsworth Perrin, poet and critic, dismisses Austria's stance on the submarine question. He argues Austria wants to repudi ate her ally's policy but is constrained by its role in the alliance likened to a henpecked husband. The comparison critiques diplomatic courage and independence in wartime strategy.
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