St Louis Pushes for 1912 Republican Convention
In Washington on December 6, St Louis launched a campaign to persuade the Republican National Committee to locate the 1912 convention there. Missouri officials Nagel and Findley join Akin and Bieber in backing the bid. Taft aides favor delegate selection by state committees as primaries are urged. Taft plans White House dinner December 11 for committee members.
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Associated Press
Washington
St. Louis
National Committee
Secretary of Commerce and Labor
Charles Nagel
Missouri
Findley
Akin
Sidney Bieber
District of Columbia
Friends of
Taft
White House
Medicated Gin Splendid for Kidneys and Bladder
Promises a remedy for weak kidneys and bladder by mixing six ounces gin with Magax Com and fluid extract uchu. Instructs taking one to two teaspoonfuls after meals and at bedtime. Claims it prevents Bright's disease and diabetes if used timely. Recommends obtaining ingredients at a drug store.
Flatonia Creamery Handles Big Butter Output
The Flatonia creamery produced 15 000 pounds of butter last month and paid out 18 000 dollars for cream in June. Claimed to be the second largest creamery in the state, the facility stands as a regional dairy hub in Texas.
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Flatonia
Tex
In Alberta Longest Day Boasts Eighteen Hours Sunlight
In Alberta Western Canada residents note the longest day offers eighteen hours of sunshine. Local observers describe extended daylight across the province with peak daylight around the summer solstice.
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Alberta
Canada
Oil and Gas Fields Estimated Life in Oklahoma Reached
A century may pass before the oil and gas fields of Oklahoma exhaust their productive life according to early projections. Industry experts suggest substantial reserves will remain viable for about one hundred years, shaping future exploration and economic planning.
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Oklaoma
A Christmas Purchase Worth While Piano Choice
The notice suggests an enduring Christmas gift, recommending a piano purchase and highlighting Chickering Grand as a preferred option for a substantial Remembrance during Yuletide.
Amendments to anti trust bill include penalty clause
Special to The Light Washington Dec 6 reports Congressman Henry proposals to amend the Sherman act with a penal provision for violations and strict definitions of unlawful trusts and agreements. The draft adds sections on penalties, monopolization, and repeals inconsistent laws while preserving ongoing actions. Caldwell County candidate J. J. Brown announces bid for county clerk in Lockhart Texas.
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Washington
Henry
Judiciary Committee
Senate
House of Representatives
United States
America
Congress
District of Columbia
Lockhart
Tex
Caldwell County
J. J. Brown
Brown
W. BE. McDowell
Witnesses summoned as court martial proceeds at Fort Clark
Captain George S Simonds left for Fort Clark to testify in the case of Private Jesse Winscott before the general court martial now in session there. Corporal Carolina Warrior is promoted to sergeant and Fay July is reduced to private by order of General Duncan. Captain Joseph E Myers travels to Leon Springs to arrange dismantling of signal corps gear against weather. he will return in days.
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George
Fort Clark
Joseph E. Myers
Third Field Artillery
Fort Sam Houston
Leon Springs
Signal Corps
Myers
Belknap Rifles Banquet Set At Harnisch's Tonight
Members of the Belknap Rifles association, once San Antonio’s crack militia unit, plan the 11th annual banquet at West Commerce street’s Harnisch's restaurant. Formed in 1884, the unit served in the Spanish American War in Cuba and later disbanded. About 150 former members still reside in San Antonio. Lee W. Earnest leads the organization as president.
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Belknap Rifles’ Association
San Antonio Militia Company
Harnisch’s
West Commerce Street
Belknap Rifles
Cuba
San Antonio
Lee W. Earnest
Pocketbook Found Prompts Home Buy Plan Ad
A local notice offers rental and home purchase options with easy payments on 2 to 5 room houses near the car line. Items priced at $25 $50 $100 and $200 down, with full balance financed. Sells at 1731 East Commerce Street by A Collman, plumber, with two phone numbers listed.
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Ryan
East Commerce Street
Women Aid Charity Work in San Antonio
The Needlework guild donated seventy nine articles of clothing to the Associated Charities to aid the poor. H Landa provided two cords of wood for needy families. Mrs Sacha Haley thanked Mrs G Bedell Moore Mrs Minnie Knuth and church groups for large private gifts supporting Thanksgiving relief efforts.
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San Antonio
Associated Charities
Needlework Guild
H. Landa
Sacha Haley
G. Bedell-Moore
Minnie Knuth
Found With Fractured Skull
The body of I. B. Vogel a wealthy jeweler was found in the engine room of a downtown office building. Police believe he was enticed into the basement by thieves who knew he had purchased $10 000 worth of jewelry recently.
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Associated Press
New York
Vogel
Croup Remedy Promises Quick Help for Mothers
A local ad urges mothers to use HYOMEI for infant croup with immediate doctor contact if spasms occur. It promotes a home steam inhalation method, notes the product ingredients and safety, and advertises a complete HYOMETL outfit for $1.00 along with a cheaper bottle option.
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Bexar Drug Co
Military policy urged to strengthen U S forces
Col J G Ewing of Wilmington asserts the United States faces likely defeat by first rate powers without a fixed military policy and adequate funding. He cites Japan and European powers and calls for expanded army, better transport, and more militia target ranges in Texas, plus a share of regular-service funds for the National Guard.
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United States
J. G. Ewing
Wilmington
Del
Japan
Ewing
Dupont Powder Company
Union
San Antonio
O. C. Guessar
Texas National Guard
Navy
Uncle Sam
Pacific
Germany
France
Congress
Mexico
Texas
Henry Hutchings
O. C. Guesser
Hutchings
Report on Cheap Factory Sites Delayed at Exchange
Absence of the Real Estate Exchange committee chair delayed the report on cheap factory sites at today’s weekly directors meeting in the Bedell Building. The exclusive contracts report was also postponed to tomorrow’s exchange luncheon while directors discussed other real estate matters. Theo Artzt's Orchestra performed as the meeting adjourned.
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Real Estate Exchange
Bedell
Exchange
Veterans of War elect officers at Mooseheart meeting
Spanish War Veterans selected officers led by Charles A. Bailey as commander and I J B Platt as senior vice commander. W Granberry named junior vice commander and George W Merritt officer of the day with other posts filled. Ladies auxiliary chose Lola Bail as president and E G LeSturge as senior vice president.
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Moose Ha
Charles A. Bailey
I J. B. Platt
W. Granberry
George W. Merritt
T Day
Fred W. Rehberg
T Guard
R. P. Coon
Advoca
Oscolaire
Ladies’ Auxiliary
Lola C. Bail
E. G. LeSturge
Rosa Frington
Sarahthews
Lena E. Pas
Ruby Aussrat
Sarah Fox
A. B
Revival Meetings Draw Big Attendance at Hill Methodist
Interest grows at Hill Methodist revival with Rev. A B Day preaching on Gods Call and Answer Prof Emmet Roundtree leading the service and singing a solo Attendance remains strong and the meetings draw much interest
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Ernment "Hill Methodist Church
A. B. Day
Emmet Roundtree
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