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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1916
Page
4
The San Antonio Light provides publication details noting its 1881 founding, combined with The San Antonio Gazette and AP leased day report. It lists the San Antonio office at 509 511 Travis Street between Avenues C and D.
Writers note American and English firms plan salvage of the Lusitania treasure off Ireland with potential starts after the war. Depths of 270 feet and exact location eight miles off the coast offer rich gold brass and jewels aboard. Ownership disputes and wartime risk from German submarines could complicate recovery and future litigation.
The sudden U-53 submarine appearance near the North Atlantic coast sparked amazement at its skill and daring. After its Newport harbor visit and envoy messages to Count von Bernstorff, six merchant ships were sunk within days, heightening concern about German naval reach.
The League of American Sportsmen proposes Sparrow Week to wage seven days of relentless warfare on the English sparrow with killings by boys and men nationwide. The plan cites history of sparrows as pests and urges broad state and city participation to end their spread and protect ecosystems.
Observers report San Antonio bats, encouraged to curb mosquitoes, threaten sparrows. Quarters once used by sparrows have been vacated as bats moved in, suggesting the winged mammals reduce sparrow presence and may even push them off the region.
Analysis of current presidential straw polls shows mixed signals with independent voters likely to swing races. Hughes leads in one poll, Wilson in another with small sample sizes, and working man support varies by region. Betting sentiment favors Hughes in New York, but forecasters warn against overreliance on straw results.
The Hughes Alliance million dollar women's train to the West faces questioning crowds in visiting sections. Women march with Wilson banners and ask more than the hired speakers can answer. The Utica Observer notes that women in politics are not very different from men.
The Wilkes Barre Times Leader notes Republican lament over the party’s hard stance on a plausible issue. It argues President Wilson’s case rests on accomplished fact, not theory or promises, highlighting a battle over political credibility.
The El Paso Times notes that a flood in China has left about a million people homeless. It laments American dulled responses despite ongoing global disasters and recalls past quick relief reactions.
The article notes President Wilson presses Hughes to declare his foreign policy stance or face accusations of steering the nation toward war. Roosevelt underscores Hughes's silence as the so called 100 percent candidate must choose a clear position or be deemed evasive. A demurrer to Wilson’s policies is deemed insufficient.
Bishop Franklin Hamilton urges ministers to preach sensational sermons to draw crowds while stressing edification. The remarks came during the annual conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church of West Virginia as he argued for bold, plain truth in pulpit preaching.
The Theaters Majestic closes with international stars George Whiting and Sadie Burt ending their vaudeville engagement after the matinee and 8:30 p.m. show. They have drawn strong crowds since opening and present Edgar Allan Woolf's A Little Speculator. Homer Miles, author and actor, appears in An Innocent Bystander with a strong cast. Other acts include the Five Antwerp Girls, Songflage by Bensee and Baird, Rice Sully and Scott on trampoline, Elkins and Elkins in Song and Dance, and the Tuscana brothers juggle.
The San Antonio Rotary Club staged a lively living model fashion show at the St. Anthony Hotel. Emil Blum and Max Blum supplied gowns from Emil Blum Company with Rev. Hugh McLellan performing a mock wedding.
Pauline Frederick stars in Ashes of Embers at the Famous Players Empire this week. She plays two distinct roles in the Paramount production, endure double exposure work, and during a rehearsal she dropped a vase after Louise Huff's shriek, then quickly recovered with a replacement from the prop room.
Miss Bunting and her company present the crook play Within the Law for the final performance at Grand Opera House. Next week Emma Bunting showcases A Woman's Way with Grace George’s celebrated role, featuring George Whitaker Eva Sargent and a full company in new scenery and effects with matinees on Sunday Wednesday and Saturday at 2 30.
Crowds packed River Avenue and Josephine Street for the Barnum and Bailey circus after a late arrival forced postponement of the morning parade. The show began at 2 30 PM with thousands more expected for the 8 PM performance, before the troupe moves on to Galveston. The tent seats 16 800, features three rings and extensive apparatus, with 1 500 staff and 750 horses. The company travels with 32 tents, 20 acres of canvas, and a 3 500 000 dollar capital, including a secret service and Red Cross unit and a weather forecaster.
Prof. W F Doughty state superintendent of public instruction travels from Austin to Marquet Leon county to address teachers institute. He will then go to Marshall to open the Harrison County Fair and is not expected back in Austin until early next week.
Maj. Gen. Frederick Funston told Illinois guardsmen that a grave emergency existed when state troops were called to federal service in June. He spoke at a San Antonio banquet honoring the YWCA, praising border training and warning troops could remain on the border for months.
M M McFarland of Brewster county visits Austin to push an amendment to the delinquent tax law. The proposal would let county commissioners decide if county attorneys and tax collectors may file delinquent tax suits when the tax amount involved is under a set threshold.
The German Texan Bazaar at Beethoven hall thrives with a 100 crowd nightly, despite Friday’s smaller attendance. Wood carving by armless German soldiers draws praise, while popular booths include fish pond games, Iron Cross displays, artists, Turkish wares, and German refugees from Mexico. The Saturday program features a full musical cabaret with solos, duets, and a strong roster of performers. the bazaar closes Sunday night.
In Austin Texas a local Lions Club chapter formed with 40 charter members after state director E A Hicks visited. A charter is expected soon and officers will be elected. The group resembles Rotary, allowing only one member per business line.
W F Hughes, contractor for the Pease school repair, was found not guilty in two county court cases charging him with violating the state eight hour law.
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