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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1913
Page
4
The San Antonio Light and the San Antonio Gansette Evening Daily announce delivery options and pricing terms. It lists daily Sunday mail rates, carrier options, and renewal instructions with contact numbers for address changes and delivery issues.
The San Antonio Light shows April 1913 total circulation of 588297 with daily evening average 19612 and Sunday 22093. Net paid daily averages are 17048 for evenings and 10783 for Sundays. Ayer & Sons certified nine month periods to advertisers.
The piece mocks Voliva’s ban on pie and other comforts, notes his zeal in Chicago publicity, and argues pie ban as doomed. It then warns against San Antonio hosting a Panama Exposition in 1915, predicting disaster amid competition from San Francisco Denver and San Diego and urging a local celebration instead.
President Conness of the Chamber of Commerce publicity bureau proposes a two hundredth anniversary pageant in 1915 to celebrate San Antonio's foundation with a possible month long exposition and festival. The idea is general and indefinite, aiming for a commemorative celebration while warning that an extravagantly conducted exposition could be excessive.
Yale professor William H. Taft argues the national presidential primary is nearly impossible while praising convention deliberation. He contends wealth and ambition skew results, and warns against equating reform with socialism. The piece critiques the entrenched boss system and predicts smooth governance despite primary proposals.
The excerpt argues that while ideal government by the people is desired, in practice the public has largely succeeded in governance, with the people as a whole playing a significant role in administration.
A Tokyo dispatch reports a meeting of Japanese business and educational leaders urging equal rights for Japanese in America and proposing naturalization as a practical solution. The piece notes potential cross cultural misunderstandings and warns that such demands could provoke war or anti Japanese actions abroad.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch notes investigation finds 20 to 60 percent of inmates in prisons and reformatories are mentally deficient and many are below standard physically. It argues punishments like damp dungeons and starvation diets worsen vitality, especially in workhouses where poverty is common.
The Indianapolis News says the tariff bill is likely to pass in its current form by late June or by July end. It criticizes opposition, noting it arises from backers of the present tariff law and argues the current leaders represent the people over special interests.
The Rev. David J. Higgins, 90, applies for admission to Hamline University Minnesota to finish a PhD in philosophy of religions. He holds bachelor and master degrees and an honorary Doctor of Divinity and notes lifelong interest in philosophical studies.
A Beaumont Journal cartoon accompanies an assertion by a Chaldean linguist that Eve’s Garden fruit was not an apple but citrus or grapefruit. The writer agrees, betting on a lemon as the actual fruit, highlighting linguistic clues in ancient languages.
The intercoastal canal opening calls for jubilation as the Galveston plan and Corpus Christi procession highlight the new route. The venture will draw attention to its benefits and emphasize that a highway on water must be traveled to be renewed.
The Philadelphia Bulletin notes President Wilson should be commended if he warned army and navy officers to avoid hurried moves sealed orders or other spectacular acts during ongoing Japanese negotiations. The piece labels the period as ticklish times.
The story follows a Russian lieutenant who, after a steam bath, chats with a small man and a stout officer about generals. The talk turns to old versus young leaders, blows to the ego, and a tense later encounter when the lieutenant mistakes a general for a possible new enemy and nearly begs forgiveness. The scene ends with a surprising reveal linking the general to a sausage maker and a final note on Egyptian cigarette exports.
Jose Gucatan writes to the Light defending army officers in the Mexican conflict. He argues the war office kept reserves loyal to constitutional government and accuses de facto officials of insulting fallen leaders while failing to pay due funds to officers. He asserts officers faced death or exile and remain committed to honor.
The article cites Taft’s Yale lectures detailing two public man types: despicable demagogues who coddle the people and stern, unimpeachable leaders who run the government without mob interference. It suggests Taft would name Wilson and Roosevelt as demagogues and Penrose, Barnes, and Lorimer as independent statesmen.
The St Louis Times argues Huerta’s threat to cut diplomatic ties exposes his weaknesses and unpopularity. It says Washington should wait to recognize a Mexican government elected by the people and committed to popular government over intrigue and murder.
In a Springfield Republican column, the clash among English militants is framed as a struggle to maintain a front page presence. The piece highlights media attention dynamics and the power of publicity in shaping public narrative.
An observant socialite laments heavy party and wardrobe costs to a minister. He cites the Bible about lilies, she retorts she worries about next year’s clothes, and the minister departs, amused and puzzled by the exchange.
A section of the new tariff bill will reduce wages via the income tax. It foresees slashing stage salaries and cutting off large retainers, forcing stars to earn real money on stage rather than inflated figures. The public may reevaluate talent over financial ratings.
The Hartford Courant notes Mrs. Wilson uses influence to place an old school friend in charge of Romie Georgia's post office. President Wilson approves and involves Gordon Lee, with Senate confirmation expected. The piece argues power drives such appointments like clockwork.
Knickerbocker Press notes the Bull Moose party faces lengthy organization but hints it could gain significance if it proves capable and cohesive.
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