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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1916
Page
4
The San Antonio Light outlines its history and publication details including founding date January 20, 1881 and office address at Nos. 609-511 Travis Street. It notes exclusive Associated Press wire coverage and post office classification as second class matter.
A list details Daily and Sunday subscriptions for 1 month 1 year and single copies. It also names New York Chicago Boston and Detroit offices with addresses for Paul Block Inc and Mailers Bids and Boston Safe Deposit Trust Building locations.
The San Antonio Light reports six month circulation ending September 30 1916 the daily average 22062 copies and the Sunday edition 26756. Net paid averages were 20477 daily and 24424 Sunday. Audit Bureau of Circulations certification supports these figures and advertising guarantees.
The essay argues that the War Department’s divided command causes inefficiency and favors political influence. It praises Secretary Baker for backing a general staff and notes past attempts by Elihu Root. It warns bureaucrats are entrenched but hopeful Baker can overcome opposed interests with new weapons.
The article contrasts two paths of city governance and argues for the city manager plan as a means to achieve order and efficiency. It notes differences in results, not methods, and suggests Americans learn more about the plan’s details. Henry M. is cited as furnishing key details.
Waite of Dayton argues city managers offer sound administration, not all politicians mismanage. He cites past Dayton finance chaos, then outlines reforms: reorganization, certified finance head, annual budgets, public asset statements, and expert department staff to curb waste and boost efficiency. The piece links business methods to municipal success and warns against political excuses.
Washington forecasts of President Wilson's message to Congress align with earlier view that the Democratic administration would ignore entreaties for an embargo on U S food exports. Analysts doubt any embargo will pass in the current or upcoming sessions, amid party and farmer politics.
A Utica Observer observation notes that a man blames misfortune on luck but credits himself with success when fortune smiles, praising his own management in favorable outcomes.
Richard S. Childs of the National Voters' League coins Marsh from the initials of might as well stay home to describe most of the 435 members of the national House of Representatives in a Spokane Spokesman Review item.
The Cologne Gazette echoes with the British reply to the American protest against the blacklist. It states that England remains mistress of the sea and that all commerce must occur with her permission and supervision, a point the Germans appear to grasp most keenly.
Iowa celebrates joining an 800 mile oil pipeline from Cushing Oklahoma to Chicago with a 10 million dollar cost. Fort Madison will host one refinery along the line, with Chicago and Kansas City each having another. The project brings statewide pride as part of the benefit reaches Iowa.
Chicago News accuses railroad officials of failing to reclaim freight cars, hindering coal shipments and risking city fuel shortages. It argues leaders should resign and allow capable managers to run the nation’s carriers.
An informed Texas crops observer predicts cotton could rise to 25 cents as holders hold bales awaiting better prices. He cites ship space contracts aiding freer exports, and telegrams from major Texas cotton holders broadly support the outlook.
The article argues higher milk prices could promote goat farming in the United States. It notes Europe values goat milk, especially for babies, and that goats are cheaper to keep than cows. A goat fits small spaces, needs little shelter, and can be cared for by a child. It urges readers to raise goats.
A quotation from Emerson on the true friend of freedom who rejects deifying the majority or any individual. It argues that the majority may err and a firm republican must use effort to persuade and lawfully alter laws while seeking liberty without worship of self or others.
Cleveland Moffett advises simple setting up exercises including rotary abdominal work and muscle tensing. Walk three to four miles daily and practice rhythmic nasal breathing. Do not force the plan. aim to make these actions voluntary and agreeable as part of a self disciplined routine.
Capt. Henry J. Reilly argues the volunteer system strains regulars and guards. He notes border mobilization flaws, delays, training gaps, and equipment shortages that left 100000 troops understrength and units inadequately prepared. He urges reevaluating reliance on volunteers and reservists amid Mexico tensions.
The passage argues for universal service requiring youths around age 18 to dedicate a year to learn defense. It claims this would yield hundreds of thousands of troops and, in major wars, a trained force of millions with minimal disruption to families and business. It proposes limiting service to under 25 or 26 years except for officers and senior NCOs.
A historical column argues for a universal military service and a national army led by a general staff. It warns against invasion risks from Mexico and potential European or South American support, criticizing volunteer systems and urging compulsory service.
A Sunday evening program at Travis Park Methodist Church hosted by the Epworth League, under Miss Kate Murphy, invites soldiers from Camp Wilson and Fort Sam Houston. The Second Wisconsin Infantry Band performs, with solos, quartets, and a scripture reading, followed by an address and benediction.
The Majestic Thea ter ends its first all comedy vaudeville bill of the season with Bonita and Lew Hearn headlining. The program includes Billy B. Vans Props and Caught in a lamb with Florenz Ames and Adelaide Winthrop, plus Emmet & Co and others delivering high favor acts.
Miss Bunting offers Lena Rivers as Little Lena in a Mary J Holmes drama closing next week with Sunday matinee and shows through December 8. Her cast, scenery and effects meet the Bunting standard. Over Night closes tonight after a strong run.
George M. Cohan's American farce Hit-the-Trail Holliday plays Beethoven Hall tonight and Sunday with a Billy Sunday styled lead. The plot follows a former bartender who aids a temperance hotel proprietor and ends by exposing a Nearly Beer scheme amid fast moving acts and stage splendor. Also Mary Pickford to appear at the Empire in Less Than the Dust, her first independent project, with Artcraft release and East inspired setting.
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