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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1916
Page
4
Publication Office Nos 609 611 Travis Street located between Avenues C and D is noted. The item records a street address detail for the publication office in the old downtown area.
New York Office Paul Block Inc at 280 Fifth Ave. Chicago office at Mallets Building. Boston office at Boston Safe Deposit & Trust Building. Detroit office at Kresge Building.
The September 1916 issue reports a daily average circulation of 22,624 copies and a Sunday average of 27,342, with net paid daily and Sunday figures of 21,231 and 24,886 respectively. The Audit Bureau of Circulations certified the figures, boosting advertiser confidence with a claim of 50 percent higher paid home circulation in San Antonio than any rival newspaper.
The National Voters League coins "mawsh" to classify Congress members who could be spared from Washington. It argues many lawmakers serve as hindrance and urges voters to judge records, while noting broader calls for new political vocabulary. The piece also critiques ballyhoo, party shows, and the spectacle of elections, referencing figures, shows, and public sentiment.
The piece frames the presidential race as a circus with Wilson and Hughes as the main attractions, noting their calm, reserved personas while claiming the real spectacle lies in the sideline players. It hints at Theodore Roosevelt stirring loudly among the side shows, underscoring a dynamic, dramatic campaign atmosphere.
The Chicago Tribune reports that Illinois National Guard members returning from border duty face two options under the Hay act: take a new three year oath to join the National Guard and reserve, or refuse and remain militia. Those who take the oath have previous enlistments counted toward the three years. If many refuse, the state must recruit and possibly reorganize units. The militia receives equipment but no pay, with state control, while federal recognition covers only National Guard units for duty. The War Department hopes few refuse. widespread refusals could create awkward reorganizations. A universal training plan is endorsed as a simpler long term fix.
Dr. K Ukita in Taiyo presents a cautious Japanese view paralleling Elbert Gary's U S stance. While insisting war with the United States is impracticable, Ukita urges Japan to alter its treaty with Great Britain for Japan’s advantage if conflict becomes possible. The discussion recalls a 1911 Japan precedent.
The article argues the 1911 treaty served Japan's aims against Russia and Britain, and that current changes still leave Japan dissatisfied. It notes Akita's push for another modification, the exclusion of Britain from Japan’s quarrels with the US, and the impracticality of war between the major powers. It emphasizes mutual caution and the need for clearer understanding between the United States and Japan.
Marshall Messenger notes Kansas Legislature allocates 250000 dollars to establish a state school textbook plant to publish books at a profit. The move aims to depoliticize education and shield taxpayers from private profit, arguing compulsory schooling creates a public market.
Mr Hughes outlined his stance on averting a railroad strike. He said arbitration refused would have led him to address the American people, present the facts, assign responsibility, and form an impartial commission to guide public opinion. He argued such a step would deter any group from shutting down commerce.
The Center Champion argues that city residents complain about high living costs while producers in towns face no such outrage. It calls for urbanites to return to farming, noting land is the basis of wealth and that prices will stay high until field workers rise to meet demand.
Shiner Texas reports a June agricultural fair yielding substantial net profit. After expenses, $3700 remained, with $1000 set as insurance for future losses and $2700 used to fund road construction into the town. The note highlights the town’s small size and strong result.
The Cunarder Franconia was torpedoed in the Mediterranean while in transport service, adding to wartime losses. Transports have suffered less than merchant vessels from German submarine actions, with several Royal Navy and admiralty taken liners named as victims. Even armed merchants with a single gun can often escape, indicating submarines are less effective against protected ships.
Sunday patrons at the Grand Opera House enjoyed two distinct entertainments. Salomy Jane dazzles with Emma Bunting as Salomy Jane and Ed Menlove as the Kentucky colonel, while the striking set includes redwood trees and a woodland cabin enhancing the California tale. Watch Your Step offers a contrapuntal divertissement for different tastes. Salomy Jane remains the week’s main attraction at the Grand.
The Prin cess vaudeville show improves with each program and Sundays bill tops prior efforts. The War Bride’s Secret starring Virginia Pearson is a strong feature. Hawthorne Minstrel Maids, Randy Shaw, the King Brothers, Gillespie and Lockhart with The Prima Donna and the Hick headline a lively lineup. The run continues through Thursday before the midweek change.
Triangle program features Richard Harding Davis last European war story Some Where in France with Louise Glaum as a German spy and Howard Hickman pursuing her. Also shows Sister of Six with Bessie Love and Triangle kiddies and Keystone comedy His Busted Trust with Slim Sommerville.
B J Wroblewski 50 of 224 Rusk street died en route to city hospital after a pistol shot in the mouth. A 32 caliber pistol lay nearby. He had been ill and confined to bed. The body rests at Riebe Undertaking Parlors. Survived by widow Clara and six children. He was alone when the shots were fired.
H C Pfannkucke a San Antonio Water Supply employee of 918 Mason street suffered a broken leg and extensive bruising when his motorcycle collided with a car driven by M C Judson Route A farmer, at Hays and Hackberry streets Monday noon. Pfannkucke was taken to Baylor hospital. Motor Policeman Caperton arrested Judson on recklessly operating an automobile. An appearance bond of 209 was posted.
Secretary D E Colp of the Bexar County Highway League, en route from Lubbock to San Antonio, pressed on beyond Albany into Roswell New Mexico to extend the Fort Worth to Roswell Highway. The log from Fort Worth to Albany was completed weeks earlier, and Albany to Lubbock began last Monday. If continued to Roswell, nearly 300 miles of the national highway system will be covered, linking San Antonio with New Mexico via the Puget Sound to gulf highway at Lubbock.
A. H. Hilton of San Antonio New Mexico is a pioneer guest at the St Anthony and notes San Antonio’s great progress and delightful climate. Hilton, uncle of Holm O Bursum, Republican gubernatorial candidate, says Mohair trade and wool industries boosted by San Antonio as a Mohair clearing house. He plans to return this winter with an auto for further regional trips.
The Italian minister to Greece told King Constantine that occupation of Northern Epirus does not alter its status, to be decided at the peace conference after the war. He said Italians replaced Greek troops to guard the Entente’s left wing in Epirus.
J H Frost and Franz Groos of the Medina Toll Road Company lead a drive to raise the remaining 28000 to secure a construction contract with Martin Wright and associates. Secretary William H Furlong has gained subscriptions and expects 5000 more within two weeks, enabling a formal agreement. The road, costing about 40000, will be funded by tolls from users.
Information from an authentic source in San Antonio states that Villa now commands about 5000 troops. The force expanded rapidly since September 16 when Hidalgo Day operations near Chihuahua City began with 600 soldiers, drawing thousands of recruits to his cause as the campaign continues to strengthen.
Clarksville Texas October 30 One hundred ten quarts of whiskey were stolen from the railway station at Annona. One arrest has been made in connection with the theft and authorities continue to investigate.
The Hugh McLellan Class in Public Speaking will discuss Woodrow Wilson and Charles Evans Hughes at an open meeting at Central Christian Church Tuesday evening. The program begins at 7 45 p m with six class members speaking for the Democrats and Republicans each, followed by audience extemporaneous remarks.
In Opelousas on Oct 30, Helaire Carriere was found guilty by a jury of murder in the July death of Sheriff Marion L. Swords of St. Landry parish. Attorneys planned a motion for a new trial. The verdict carries the death penalty under state law.
Word reached San Antonio of the death of Miss Jonnie Jones of Jacksonville Texas She was a UT graduate and a frequent San Antonio visitor She is a sister of Homer Jones who died in the San Antonio Country Club fire last spring The family reports seven deaths since January and their father A Jones is critically ill
B P Lund aged 52 died at his home 432 Live Oak street at 7 30 Sunday morning. A native of Denmark he lived in San Antonio 25 years and operated a business at Dawson and Live Oak streets. He belonged to Frederick Ludwig Jahn Lodge No 172 Hermann Sons and the Loyal Order of Moose. Survivors include his widow daughter Mrs D C Hise and a brother and sister in Denmark. Funeral was held 4 o'clock Monday from the residence with interment in Hermann Sons cemetery. Honorary pallbearers were G D Hagenson L S Toft Joe Houston Peter Peterson M Olson and Ed Mergele. Active pallbearers were chosen from the two societies.
Edgar Yturri James aged 18 died at 8 35 PM Sunday at 327 South Presa. He lived in San Antonio fourteen years and is survived by his parents Mr and Mrs Scott James four brothers Hugh Alfred Ralph and Victor all of San Antonio and three sisters Fannie Belle Mary Josephine of San Antonio and Mrs Wade Boetler of New York. Funeral was held at 3 30 PM Monday from the residence with interment at Mission Burial Park.
John Malcom Davis a 19 year old student native of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania died at 9 AM Sunday in a San Antonio hospital. He is survived by his mother Mrs Cora Bell Davis of New Concord Ohio and a cousin Robert L Barnes of San Antonio. A brief service was held Sunday evening at Sloan Hagg chapel Rev J M Todd officiated. The body was sent to New Concord Ohio with his mother Monday morning.
A L Kuentz died Saturday. Funeral services conducted by Rev A Wolff of St John’s Lutheran Church were held Monday at 8 PM from Ludwig Undertaking Company parlors. Interment followed in City Cemetery No 1.
Advertisement for Shelby Loring Undertaking Co offering automobile equipment and related services with contact phone numbers 971 and 971. Adyvo listing appears as part of the ad content.
Frank Bilafchke a well known Elmendorf farmer was shot while reading in his chair Saturday night. A bullet pierced the brain and lodged in the wall opposite while another bullet failed to hit its mark. Neighbors found the body when he did not appear. Sheriff Tobin and Deputy Galbreath investigated Sunday and Monday with little to go on. Blatchke had no known enemies, and investigators pursued several minor clues. Relatives were believed to be in Weimar and Schulenbere.
E B Taylor is on trial in the Thirty seventh District Court for the killing of Burelson, related to Postmaster General Burleson. Indicted in Travis County, venue moved to Williamson then Bexar, previous hung jury in January. A 200-man jury panel was empaneled after overruling a continuance request.
The Austro-Hungarian Society of San Antonio formed at Beethoven hall with about fifty attendees. Ernst Raba elected temporary chair. L Rucicka named secretary. James Wahrenberger praised Austrians and their role in art and civilization and in the war.
Chicago reports reveal Vance C. McCormick, Democratic national committee chairman, expects a landslide for President Wilson after final campaign talks with Thomas Walsh. He notes improved conditions in the West and compares current optimism to earlier visits, saying he can almost see the blazes.
Chicago dispatch reports Frank M Hitchcock former Republican leader forecasts Hughes winning the November 7 election by carrying 25 states with 346 electoral votes and predicts 49 more in doubtful states for a total of 395 electoral votes, a 129 vote majority. States named include Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Delaware West Virginia Indiana Illinois Michigan Wisconsin Minnesota Iowa North Dakota South Dakota Kansas Wyoming Idaho Utah New Mexico Oregon Washington California Ohio Nebraska Colorado Maryland Kentucky Missouri Montana Nevada Arizona.
A South Carolina colored meeting ends with charity collection led by the chair, who drops a dime into the hat for a nest egg, yet none of the right hand crowd yields a contribution. The hat comes up empty, causing puzzled faces until Calhoun White offers a solemn lesson about honesty and the borrowed dime.
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