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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1916
Page
4
A humorous yet sharp meditation on life’s ironies. A famed American expert on marriage and divorce becomes a divorce plaintiff in the town where he once built his reputation. The case cites that his study of others’ affairs left him neglecting his own, a grim comedy of fate. The world wags merrily along.
The city commission passed an ordinance to dim motor vehicle headlights to reduce glare. The measure requires diffusing lenses or doors and downward deflection of rays below forty two inches, aiming for enforcement in practice despite technical challenges.
The article argues for a city ordinance requiring headlight dimmers on all autos to curb violations and improve enforcement. It notes police and fire vehicles should also comply, warning against leniency for emergency fleets and stressing that blinding lights endanger all road users.
The University of Texas at Austin announces a bulletin on Facilities at the University of Texas for the Study of Latin America outlining six departments offering courses in business administration geology history Romance languages and economics aimed at practical knowledge of Latin American affairs. The move reflects Pan American exchange postwar and urges deeper understanding of Latin American markets to improve American exports and diplomacy.
The speaker argues that University of Texas work in the field could foster a comprehensive, sympathetic understanding of Latin neighbors. Such understanding may help retain their trade against Europe and, with favorable geography, give the U S an advantage in dealings with western hemisphere neighbors.
A satirical profile praises a nameless inventor for a “rooster silencer” that would hush crowing. It mocks sensational claims, notes the device resembles a white hood, and jokes about stealthy deployment in a neighbor’s yard. The piece ends by praising unnamed inventors of other novel devices.
The Dallas Journal notes Hughes claims he is "100 per cent candidate" meaning he will be supported by any voters. It asserts he has tried to please everyone except President Wilson, reflecting on his political strategy.
The Cleburne Enterprise notes labor troubles as prosperity widens the gap. Workers demand higher wages to cover the rising price of bread and other necessities, while the cost of living continues to climb.
A Constantinople court martial imposed a death sentence on Essad Pasha for a war declaration plot against Turkey. Meanwhile he leads a sizeable force allied with the troops in Macedonia, and the piece notes a touch of humor to relieve the grim war mood.
The Austin American notes Senator Beveridge has aligned with the Republican side amid suspicions he seeks the limelight again. Indiana voters repudiated him firmly, and revival would need substantial political maneuvering rather than rhetoric.
The Galveston News questions British conscription plans for Ireland. It suggests the move may aim to force Prime Minister Asquith out and notes Sir Edward Carson urging compulsory service in Ireland. It argues that precedent in Canada and Australia should not dictate Irish policy.
As campaigns heat up, voters reject personal abuse and demand substance from candidates. The era of one party’s “good men” and the other’s “bad men” is fading as audiences now read multiple viewpoints. Independent voters size up issues, weighing all sides with greater tolerance.
The Majestic and Princess theaters present an ambitious vaudeville mix. Rice Sully and Scott perform Fun on the Trampoline and Elevated Bars while the Tuscano Brothers juggle with illuminated blades. Other acts include A Little Speculator, Longifilage, An Innocent By stander, and Five Antwerp Girls. The Princess starts with the Quartet De Luxe and includes Totart Tilford and Bessie Dayso and Vann. A new Fox feature The Caprice of the Mountains starring June Caprice closes the lineup.
Next week at the Grand Opera House Emma Bunting presents A Woman's Way Grace George's hit about a wife and a rival in a battle of wits. Matinees are Sunday Wednesday and Saturday with Within the Law airing Friday and Saturday.
The account describes Texas vastness and diversity from cotton and cattle to oil and coal, noting rising cotton prices, land value gains, and widespread black labor in farms. It contrasts rural thrift with urban roadways, dairying growth, and Governor Ferguson’s plans to boost practical farming and education as Texas population expands.
The statement suggests that with proper cultivation American lands could feed the world, reflecting a belief attributed to Carolus about vast agricultural potential and world hunger.
After receiving its charter the Edina Toll Road Company will meet to elect officers and finalize plans to collect remaining pledges. Short time to complete those efforts precedes construction of the shorter lake route. Incorporators include Franz C. Groos Martin J. Arnold J H Frost John W Warren and Albert Kronkosky. Directors listed include J H Kirkpatrick J H Frost Franz C Groos Clinton H Kearny John W Warren J K Berreta George B Taliaferro Sam C Bell Frank A Winerich Martin J Arnold H G Staacke L B Clegg J J Stevens W H Furlong Jr and Albert Kronkosky.
State's Attorney Hoyne sought records for possible indictment of Chief of Police Charles Healy after a sensational city hall raid. Mayor Thompson and aide Fitzmorris testified briefly, with many city hall officials and police captains summoned. Healy's records filled two auto trucks from his office.
A special train brought the Young Men's Business Clubs of America delegates to Vicksburg from Jackson for a two day session. They toured historic sites, the national park, and cemetery before returning to Jackson for travel to New Orleans to finish the convention on Saturday.
A Scot in Chicago wires a marriage proposal and endures a long day waiting for a reply. The post office delay provokes a quip from an operator. The punchline: the lass who waits for night rates is the lass for him.
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