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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1916
Page
4
A note from The San Antonio Light mentions its composition with the San Antonio Gazette. the combined paper formation reflects a two-paper lineage dating to 1881. The item underscores the historic newspaper heritage in San Antonio.
The article discusses the British armored motor car known as the tank, noting its turret like design on wheels and its ability to rotate and fire across a wide arc. It predicts heavy artillery will counter it, but soldiers see it as effective against trenches and earthworks, with Germany likely to develop similar armored cars and influence on future warfare.
An article highlights enlisted soldiers pursuing entomology with a focus on three Third Infantry Band members at Eagle Pass. It argues butterflies and science enrich soldier life, countering myths that peacetime studies soften military resolve.
The article argues military life benefits morale and civilian readiness by providing productive pastimes. It notes that leisure, education, and nature study like butterfly collecting can yield moral, mental, and financial gains for troops along the Texas border, making disciplined service more valuable to society.
The essay argues that the Texas homestead law blocks farmers from benefiting from new federal land banks and farm loans. It warns of worsening hardship as Congress enables thousands to gain financial independence, while Texans cannot mortgage their homesteads even for improvements. It calls for organized effort to amend the law.
Senator Morris Sheppard reports in a letter that the decisive step for the Rio Grande military highway rests with Texas and its legislators. He outlines government correspondence showing the project awaits state action backed by the president and War Department approval.
The War Department argues a Texas border highway could be funded with federal half costs under the Good Roads Act, while Texas would cover the rest and maintain the road. Officials note benefits include increased customs revenue and easier border patrol, but Texas must decide if the state gets value for money despite potential federal gains.
The Beaumont Enterprise reports a blame game over rising food costs. Packers accuse stockmen of reduced herd sizes while stockmen blame exporters for Europe demand. The article notes packers tripling meat exports to Europe, squeezing domestic consumers.
Kansas City Star comments on Manila’s long bridge over the Pasig now called Jones Bridge honoring the insular affairs chairman. The piece suggests renaming Pasig River to Hay Creek as a playful critique of American influence in the Philippines.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch cites German Professor Kruckman quoted by the New York Times claiming Captain Fryatt was killed to inflame British opinion and aid Pan German annexationists. The piece suggests the motive, whether true or not, would be effective politics by provoking British anger.
The passage discusses a Kansas City Star remark on the difficulty of persisting faith in a mirage. It contrasts an age of realism and materialism with little sympathy for those who cling to illusions, referencing a Manila bulletin translation.
Emma Bunting stars in What Happened to Mary a three role show at the Grand Opera House. The Schiller Company delivers polished staging with strong performances by Bunting and Joel Freedkin as the sea captain. Mary finds happiness after a mistimed theft accusation and reunites with her found mother amid romance and humor.
Louise Glaum debuts as a full fledged star in The Wolf Woman at the Majestic Theater today and tomorrow. The Ince production on the Triangle program is praised as a major vampire picture with an all star supporting cast including Charles Ray Marjorie Temple Gertrude Claire Howard Wickham and Wyndham Standing. William Hart also appears in The Captive God described as a spectacular Triangle offering.
The film Purity starring Audrey Munson was reviewed by New York sculptors who praised its artistic merit and the model’s poses. Albert Jaegers, who has used Munson in his studio, called the film beautiful with noble woodland and mountain scenery. Adolph Weinman, creator of Descending Night, attended the screening, noting Munson’s prominence.
London reports that all officers and soldiers will wear two identity discs on neck chains. The second disc, green, will be hung six inches below the red first disc to preserve identity for casualty lists after the first is removed.
The Kasagi, a 1898 Japanese cruiser built in Philadelphia, wrecked on rocks near Point Shiokuchi while proceeding to aid a stranded steamer under navy charter. Crew evacuated safely before the vessel began breaking up. Kasagi and sister ship Chitose had recently served as training ships. An English city tests a steam driven street sprinkling cart capable of 1000 gallons of water.
C. E. Forrester, formerly assistant golf instructor at the San Antonio Country Club, is appointed municipal links instructor by Mayor Brown. He comes from St. Louis five months ago and has worked at Westwood Country Club and Skokie Country Club. Forrester will oversee the golf tournament opening Saturday.
The Pennsylvania railroad led a rush to recruit Mexican laborers in Texas to fill wartime shortages. San Antonio investigations show 100 Mexicans shipped to camps, with another 30 passing through the city and 50 more anticipated. Wages start around 1.80 dollars daily plus board, with competing lines reportedly offering higher pay as they expand into Laredo and El Paso.
San Antonio seeks two national conventions in 1918. The Benevolent Protective Order of Elks hopes to hold its event here, with Exalted Ruler J F Kline praising the city’s candidacy. The National Laundrymen’s Association also shows strong Texas support, per President S G Bechtel. A Chamber of Commerce meeting is set for Tuesday at 4:30 PM to discuss these proposals and other state conventions for next year.
I W W strikers called off after I W W and Iron miners in the district agreed to return to work. Men search for jobs in BIWABIK with few openings. strike dissolution follows NW W actions at Hibbing and Chisholm.
Duluth Minn Sept 18 St. Louis county auditor Odin Halden certified wolf bounty payments. About 1000 wolves were killed in the county over the past 15 months with roughly $15,000 paid in bounties.
Secretary of War Baker rejects any bill to bar colored troops from U S military service and says the department would oppose such a move. He cites historic service of colored soldiers from the revolution to the Pershing expedition and notes a Monument to Negroes is being considered. Endorsers include Franklin K Lane G M Saltzgaber and Senators Kern and Taggart.
The Hughes club at the St. Anthony Hotel plans a Monday meeting with hot discussions on why there is no complete county ticket and why no Republican runs against Slayden. Secretary Cresson says most Bexar Republicans aim for a large vote for national nominees and backs E Engelking county judge and Charles F Stevens sheriff.
Police advise placing Private Car signs on autos to prevent misidentification as public conveyances. With one in five cars on Houston street labeled jitneys, riders seeking army post or distant districts face confusion.
The dance fundraiser bored Jo Simpson who joked his wife would only leave after the last dance. A friend offers a plan to sway her by dancing three times with a pale blue area’s pretty girl, prompting a humorous lighthearted exchange.
Eagle Pass Texas forms a Young Men’s Hebrew Association with officers elected for the year and a funded start. Rabbi Landman of New York addresses the group and plans include a reading writing room for Jewish soldiers on the border. Officers named are J. Kranzthor president Sam Grossman vice president M. B. Feiner secretary and Fred Kranzthor treasurer. The community aims to build a temple and acquire Sefer Torah scrolls.
Memorial rites for Albert Sidney Johnston Camp No 144 United Confederate Veterans and Barnard E Bee Chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy were held at Travis Park Methodist Church Sunday afternoon. J C Jones commissioner of pensions delivered the principal address praising Confederate soldiers and noting their resilience. The program included solos, an organ selection, readings, and a closing benediction.
Mayor A P Wooldridge announced Austin will spare neither money nor labor to purify drinking water after Dr Malcolm Graham reported bacterial contamination. He urged boiling water until a chloride of lime purification system is installed next Tuesday and ordered a thorough plant examination to locate the contamination source.
The son of a wealthy tradesman sent a pitiful appeal for money claiming poverty and a threat to the workhouse. A laconic telegram replied You have made your bed, so you must lie on it. He answered I haven't got a bed Bailiffs took it away. A substantial check followed in due course.
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