Society of Good Cheer asks San Antonio to cheer the sick
Theora Carter, president of the international Society of Good Cheer, questions how many people will begin the new year by making and keeping a resolution to cheer the sick in hospitals. The society, with chapters in New York, Chicago, Toronto, Seattle, Hong Kong, London and other cities, has dispatched gifts to the Light on December 23.
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Panama paper says U S may take charge
Panama City December 8 government disturbances erupt in a riot on December 6 as factions clash in the streets. The Star and Herald warns a repeat of the scandals could bring a U S military occupation and provisional rule.
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Oklahoma dealers unite against parcels post policy
Oklahoma hardware and implement dealers at their state convention adopted a strong stand against the parcels post. They argued the policy would be inimical to both dealers and consumers and voiced opposition just before adjournment last night.
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Oklahoma Hardware and Implement Dealers In State Convention
Taft joins Society of Good Cheer Christmas appeal
Pamphlets circulate to many US cities urging memory of the stricken in hospitals and charities during the holidays. The movement stresses New Year resolutions to help others, citing President Taft who supported the cause by sending flowers to hospital patients. The effort distributes flowers and small gifts to hospitals in the city, with a Saturday collection drive to aid recovery and cheer. A separate note warns parcels post could threaten local retailers by favoring mail order monopolies.
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Gold Medal Essay Prize Offered by Daughters of Confederacy
The Barnard E. Bee chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy offers a gold medal for the best essay on the Services of Lee and Jackson to the South. Entries from San Antonio High School are due January 12. A program of patriotic readings and musical features will unfold in the high school auditorium on January 9, General Lee’s birthday. Contestants include Lewin, Sidney Kaliski, Paul, Maury Maverick, Harold Land, Byron Nankarvis, Casey Id, and Werner Beckman.
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Hold Quarterly Conference at Govern Methodist Church
The first quarterly conference of the year will be held at the Govern Methodist Church tonight during the evening service. The presiding elder will be the Rev. H. C. Burgin.
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Man sacrifices life to delay emperor in Japan railway mixup
Moji Shijiro Shimidzu, a train superintendent, killed himself by stepping in front of a train in Moji B.C. to atone for delaying the Japanese emperor. He had arranged the emperor’s Kyushu journey and said his act paid for the emperor’s embarrassment after a derailment caused a one hour delay in a common waiting room. The emperor was distressed by the report.
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Festival Rail Rates Set For San Antonio Event
Texas railroads announce extremely favorable mid winter festival rates for December 28 to January 6 in San Antonio under the Press club. Excursion tickets valid within 100 miles for all ten days or single day specials, with holiday rates for longer travel. General Passenger Agents' Association session at the St Anthony hotel this morning and another session planned this afternoon.
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Dowie Leaves Faith For Episcopal Ministry
Chicago December 8 Gladstone Dowie son of John Alexander Dowie founder of Zion City deserts his father's Zion cult to study for the Episcopalian ministry. Dowie has graduated from several law schools and practiced law in Michigan for years.
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Apathy of Voters Worries Candidates in Texas Race
Thirty seven San Antonio residents paid the poll tax this morning, with the county tally reaching 1325 receipts. Last year on this date 2758 receipts were recorded, sparking alarm among candidates and anti prohibition forces as poll tax payment laxity threatens the governor race. County Attorney Tom J. Newton, seeking re election, voiced concern over growing apathy and the impact on the election.
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Voters and Poll Tax Deadlines Stir Bexar County
In Bexar County, citizens show support for civic duty while officials urge action to motivate turnout. The poll tax deadline expires January 31, with discussions on reviving voter participation ahead of the next year’s election.
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Congressman Slayden Secures Texas Troop Strength Assurance
In Washington the War Department told Representative James L. Slayden that Texas troop levels would not be reduced now or soon, but a substantial later increase is strongly possible.
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Revival Interest Grows at Government Hill Church
Revival meetings led by Rev. A. B. Davidson at Government Hill Methodist Church gain attention each night. Sermons, including Going Away from God, The Flower Fruit and Ashes of Sin, draw large crowds. Mrs. A. J. Torbert to sing Grace Enough for Me. Services at 8 PM. Saturday and Sunday mark the final nights.
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Farmers Barred From Jury In Beef Packers Trial
Chicago December reports indicate juror panels may exclude farmers for the Sherman Act case against beef packers. Prosecution questions suggest farmers are biased against the packers due to cattle price control. Defense aims to object to farmer jurors, while the government seeks exclusion for cause.
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After Challenges Only Two Remain
Following procedural challenges, the process narrows to two remaining contenders. Officials anticipate final decision once reviews conclude.
Aviation school and aeroplane factory eyed for San Antonio
Chicagoan George Thorne plans to establish an aviation school and airplane factory in San Antonio this winter, citing the city’s climate. He has run a successful aviation school in Chicago and expects about forty students, seeks free sites from the Chamber of Commerce, and will inspect the fair grounds this afternoon. Mr and Mrs E Crisholm of Boston are guests at the Crockett hotel.
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Navy yards chosen for Atlantic coast plan
Secretary Meyer proposes three great navy yards on the Atlantic coast with Narragansett Bay Rhode Island Norfolk and an unnamed third site. The plan would reduce New York Boston and New Hampshire yards and shift fleet time as the Panama Canal opens to export and defense needs on both coasts.
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