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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1913
Page
3
Contined discussion on Japan United States tensions over California and naturalization as a remedy. Japanese officials and newspapers debate American actions and the hope for a diplomatic settlement. Officials warn that inaction may strain U S Japan relations and Japanese prestige.
In San Francisco on May 22 Soroku Ebara, a House of Peers member and government party figure, urged calm and moderation among Japanese residents of California at a mass meeting held last night.
Reports from Tokyo say about 4000 Japanese attended a mass meeting amid dissatisfaction over the U S response to California anti alien land law. Aimed at peaceful settlement the dispute may strain relations but both sides seek amicable adjustment with continued friendly ties.
London reports the Japanese matter is unlikely to escalate, with officials noting a measured approach. Commentators weigh potential consequences as relations between Japan and Britain are discussed amid a cautious diplomatic climate.
Gilbert Metzger, a Honolulu contractor, notes only 15 of 50 Japanese born residents eligible for American citizenship have pursued the option. He observes Japanese loyalty to Japan and a reluctance to become American citizens or permanent residents. Hawaiian Japanese laborers number about 75,000.
In Houston twelve of sixteen first round matches in the first flight of the state golf championship were completed at noon. Louis Jacoby of Dallas beat C H Hubby Jr of Waco. George Rotan of Waco defeated K J Dearchester of Houston. L H Attwell of Houston edged C L Dexter Jr of Dallas in 19 holes as heavy course conditions slowed play. Three San Antonio players qualified for the championship flight.
A country clearing house to aid merchants with out-of-town business and cut exchange costs on country stocks is being considered. San Antonio banks favor its establishment as a branch of the Clearing Association. Changes in association laws delayed final action until the next meeting. A daily clearing time will be set for country checks as with local ones.
Heavy rain last night caused extensive crop damage around Mount Pleasant Texas. An estimated six inches of rain washed out sixty feet of Cotton Belt railroad track three miles west of the town.
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