Mexico Struggles as Zapata and Orozco Frontline Rebellion
The article reports Mexico's government planning renewed efforts to crush Zapata and Orozco amid a worsening civil conflict. It notes limited Washington Mexico City contact, soldiers plagued by mismanagement, and rebel raids including train attacks, with Madero loyalist forces unable to coordinate with the capital.
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Washington
Mexico
Mexico City
Zapata
Orozco
Mexican Republic
Bachimba
Zapatistas
Madero
Texas Stock and Bond Law and Railroad Profits Debate
The article reviews arguments on whether Texas stock and bond law retards railroad construction. It cites Robert S. Lovett and E. P. Ripley supporting affirmative impact and Allison Mayfield opposing. Auditor Fitzgerald reports eleven months to May 31, 1912 show Sunset Central profits fell 35.32 percent while other Texas railroads rose 14.87 percent, due to a sharp drop in passenger traffic.
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Robert S. Lovett
Harriman Lines
E. P. Ripley
Santa Fe
Allison Mayfield
Texas Railroad Commission
Fitzgerald
The
Railroad Commission
Texas
Sunset Central
Sunset-Central
Mexico in Turmoil under Madero and Bandit Threats
The piece argues Mexico may fall back to bandit rule if Madero fails to restore order, warning of possible American intervention and foreign reactions. It notes historical cycles with Orozco and Zapata and suggests Washington may back Madero, then act if he collapses. It also reports Sunset-Central rail line losses amid a Texas regulatory climate and a protracted strike harming income.
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Madero
Mexico
Orozcos
Washington
United States
Uncle Sam
Boardman declines advisory post as Addams shifts stance
The Connecticut Red Cross figure Miss Mabel T. Boardman rejects serving on the Republican National Committee advisory board preferring non political integrity. The piece contrasts Addams turning toward Bull Moose alignment with Hull House fame drawing criticism for political capital.
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Mabel T. Boardman
Connecticut
Red Cross
Republican National Committee
Miss Boardman
Taft
Jane Addams
Miss Addams
Hull House
Joan of Arc
Bull Moosers
Rockefeller on Business Routine and the Value of Details
The article discusses changes in business life from rigid schedules to flexible routines. It cites John D. Rockefeller defending routine and mastering details as essential, arguing a thorough grounding at a commercial college builds discipline and financial literacy.
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John D. Rockefeller
Busines
Chamber of Commerce political stance sparks debate
A letter by WM. L. Stiles of San Antonio criticizes the Chamber of Commerce for endorsing a party platform planks on insurance law repeal and alcohol sale hours. He argues such actions intrude into politics, urges tabling or referring the resolution, and notes insurance firms favor the law while rates vary by state. Stiles cites state records and warns about partisan influence.
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Chamber of Commerce
San Antonio
State Insurance Department
Austin
WM. L. Stiles
San Antonio, Tex
Public School Session Times and Value of Music
A reader argues against late school hours and defends keeping music and singing in the curriculum. They note long bus rides for high school students and urge recreation through singing to restore energy and aid learning.
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Daily Light
Amphibious airman Beaumont plans to sail to England
French marine ensign Conneau known as Beaumont shows a hydro aeroplane that travels on water and in air. He aims to sell it to Britain and navigate from Paris along the Seine to the sea then across the Channel. The device folds air and water duties, offering potential military and peaceful uses.
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Beaumont
Europe
Paris
Rome
England
Seine
English
America
Conneau
Singing in School Sparks Debate in San Antonio Letter
A reader from San Antonio argues to expand music education, saying singing helps all pupils and is essential for poor children who cannot afford lessons. He contrasts U S practice with Germany and urges the school board to extend music rather than cut it.
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Germany
Louis Seidel
Spofford Ave
San Antonio
Silas Wright remembered as honest public servant
The article honors Silas Wright born 1795 Amherst Massachusetts died 1847 at Canton New York. It lauds his integrity in law and public service from surrogate to governor noting he sought no office yet held many posts. Wright championed public office as a public trust and lived simply on his Canton area farm.
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Silas Wright
Amherst
Massachusetts
Middlebury College
Canton
New York
Wright
United States
Cato
Congress
Thomas Jefferson
Peggy and Rolfe Face a Midnight Kiss in the Dressing Room
In a backstage moment Madge Eldridge resists fate as Rolfe Grahame tempts a kiss before a planned move to America. Peggy’s plea for loyalty clashes with a flame in Rolfe and a sudden interruption by Madge’s husband Jack, leaving a charged moment of betrayal and honor.
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Margaret Carter
Peggy
Madge Eldridge
Rolfe Grahame
Rolfe
Madge
Jack
America
Rolf
Lucky Jack
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Associated Press
Charles 8. Diebl
Harrison L, Beach
Editors and Publishers
Ad-Vonco
Accesscoes
Mail
Association of American Advertisers
Association
Whitehall Bldg
W. Y. City
N. W. Ayer & Son
Philadelphia
Rockefeller
Garrett P. Serviss
Louleville Courier-Jou
Thomas B. Gregory
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