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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1911
Page
6
The San Antonio Light reports August 1911 circulation totals including average daily reach 623,171 with 16,876 free copies, papers spoiled, returns and unsold copies calculated daily.
The San Antonio river requires increased flow or channel dredging to avoid stagnation from a prolonged drought. The 1911 rainfall is about nine and one half inches below normal, risking typhoid and other diseases if pools persist. City should consider dredging or suction pumps to maintain health and preserve the river’s beauty as a health resort.
A historical column critiques England's imperial dealings highlighting oppression of individuals and nations. It argues Britain sacrificed brave leaders and core interests for imperial aggrandizement, endangering welfare in pursuit of power.
Sir Walter Runciman argues Napoleon was effectively murdered in captivity at St Helena and condemns Britain’s treatment of the fallen emperor. The discussion frames England’s past misdeeds and the need for candid acknowledgment to prevent repeats and future imperial errors.
A Kansas divorce case cites a 57 year old husband with nine affinities and a wife who accepts only 30 dollars monthly alimony. The column denounces affinity chasing as social harm and urges moral education to curb the practice rather than branding offenders.
The text argues educators should promote self respect and teach youth that a clean life is the supreme goal. It asserts virtue rewards in life and that rewards beyond death may follow only if righteousness is practiced during life.
Two veteran organizations formed by Mexican War survivors and California gold seekers have effectively vanished due to aging members and dwindling rolls. The piece credits these veterans for influencing U S expansion, including military posts, the Panama Canal, and overseas outposts, noting their pivotal role in Texas loyalty and the nation’s growth.
The wife of a young New York millionaire who eloped with a plumber's son rejects strict station rules and seeks connection with genuine wealth, defying expectations of social economy.
The official caadle-catcher of Den ver reports a calm and peaceful life despite being bitten by over 2000 dogs. He adds that some men still fear a single barking dog at night, illustrating a contrast between experience and superstition.
In a climate of strong public support for his stance, President Taft stands by Dr. Wiley amid nationwide calls to retain him. Critics deride Taft as not a true politician, challenging his political finesse.
The shoe machinery trust has been positioned to endure a strong federal court challenge, signaling that regulators are ready to weigh its operations and potential antitrust implications.
A historical excerpt critiques women gaining the vote and office while mocking their urge to own a house alcohol amid political change. It frames women as political tricksters and peevish about losing the right to acquire a drink.
Oklahoma lawmakers press for a special session amid political maneuvering and reactions to events in Texas. The move reflects a strategy to address state issues outside the regular session, drawing criticism and questions about timing and motives.
The Hygienic Gazette recalls the 50th anniversary of pepsin production in the United States. John Carrick, a noted physiological chemist, introduced the first pepsin locally, following earlier European attempts. The piece notes the drug's transformative impact on dyspepsia treatment and medicine.
Hay fever is a nervous condition appearing annually from June to October with symptoms of runny nose eyes watering sneezing headaches and loss of appetite. Causes include general nervous condition nasal deformity and plant pollen with long migrations for relief and avoidance of irritants.
Galveston News reports Houston city commissioners capably address theater safety by forcing closures until ample exits are installed. They establish rules to prevent stampedes and panics and urge other Texas cities to adopt similar preemptive measures before a fatal incident occurs.
A New York Times report quotes a trained nurse debunking the idea that immigrants learn harsh English first. She notes that “upsey daisy” is the early phrase heard as newcomers arrive, with many families using baby talk in their native jargon.
A lively anecdote scene shows seven men comparing prickly heat bumps and the claimed effectiveness of a heat powder. A separate farm tale end with a city girl’s lemon rind mishap causing sour milk, prompting a humorous tearful confession.
The Pittsburg Gazette Times notes a brief thirty minute discussion between Messrs. Roosevelt and Bryan. The article hints at the intensity of their exchange and the strong public curiosity it generated.
A satirical poem contrasts a regular army man with civilians, praising his grit while noting his roughness and lack of social polish. It highlights enlistment, drill, and readiness to fight, portraying soldiers as unglamorous yet capable, fearless in battle.
The Boston Traveler observes the United States now has 48 states spanning from the Atlantic to the Pacific and from the lakes to the Rio Grande. It notes the federal structure is complete with no immediate plans for new states, aside from possible territories in Alaska the Philippines Hawaii and others.
A 1910 poem recounts wandering the sea and Niagara in search of inspiration. The speaker mocks grand scenes and airplane journeys, then returns to write about dogs in the village pound after a cold, unfulfilled voyage.
Nashville physicians report remarkable progress in eradicating hookworm among the South's poor. Diagnosis improves as experts help distinguish it from lung trouble and malaria. Thymos treatment, under physician supervision, aims to remove worms from the small intestine and restore strength. The crusade, supported by Rockefeller funds, has already revived thousands and will extend to rural areas.
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