Critique of English Rail Road Efforts in San Antonio
A local opinion piece questions the San Antonio Rockport and Mexican railroad plan, accusing backers of poor outreach after bonus funding failed. It argues London financing pressures, political speeches, and competing railroads harmed investment, while noting some concessions favored the city over the syndicate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
London
England
Lovett
Southern Pacific
Ripley
Santa Fe
Dallas
Texas
Rockport & Mexica
San Antonio Street Car Service Critique on Tobin Hill Line
A critical editorial disputes Eysenbach of San Antonio Traction, arguing 95 percent satisfaction is false and Tobin Hill line shows frequent delays, outages, and poor scheduling. It notes rain and crowding, with cars arriving late or not at all, and cites conductor claims of unknown car positions. The piece asserts generic lines against perfection and labels claims as misleading.
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E. E. Eysenbach
San Antonio Traction Company
San Antonio
Eysenbach
Tobin Hill
San Pedro
Nolan Street
Houston Street
Alamo Plaza
Madison Square Park
America
Rail project in San Antonio faces renewed opposition
The article argues that fears of a European war lessen chances for the railroad, but supporters claim progress against detractors. Enemies spread untruths about selling to the Missouri Kansas & Texas, yet their renewed attack signals the project is not dead and may proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
San Antonio
Misouri, Kansas & Texas
Conscience of a City Theater Roof Collapse
Chicago authorities launch a harsh inquiry to determine blame for a theater roof collapse. The investigation targets who is responsible for the construction and safety oversights, with potential severe consequences for the culprits as a precedent for large cities.
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Chicago
Chicago Fights Anarchist Echoes and Iroquois Theater Tragedy
The piece recalls past riots and disasters from New York to St. Louis and Chicago. It warns that fear of repeats drives swift action and punishment, citing the Haymarket riot, the Iroquois theater fire, and the need for strict fire and building inspections to prevent future tragedies.
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New York
The
Orange
Green
St.Louis
St. Louis
Chicago
Haymarket Square
Iroquois Theater
Adventists View Turkey War as End-Time Prophecy
More than 100000 Seventh Day Adventists watch the Turkey war and see the Ottoman empire's destruction as a sign of the end times. Elder G B Thompson, a leading minister, cites Revelation and Daniel, arguing Turkey's rise and fall mark prophecy progression.
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Turkey
Europe
Ottoman Empire
G. B. Thompson
General Conference
Jail carved from solid quartz in Clifton Arizona
Harper's Weekly describes a bizarre Clifton Arizona jail in Graham county set in a quartz rock hill. Four large rock apartments form the confinement with triple steel bars and a cement floor. Thick quartz walls reach fifteen feet in places making escape unlikely.
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Clifton
Graham County
Arizona
Harper's Weekly
Lawyer Gets It In Court On Behalf Of Boy Accused
A boy arraigned in police court for stealing 2.75 from his employer pleads not guilty. A lawyer defends the youth, arguing against arrest and recommends dismissal. After testimony, the court releases the case. Outside, the boy asks the attorney for his fee and says he has the money.
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Law
Merchant not a Beggar inspires boy in Rome
An American lady in Rome buys wax matches from a young vendor. After paying 6 soldi, she expects 2 soldi in change. A second American woman intervenes with the phrase Mercante non mendicante, urging self-respect. The boy smiles and keeps the change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Mercante
Christian Herald
Czar Survives Assassination Plot as Nihilist Escape Plan Unfolds
A dramatic tale recounts Ivanoff escaping prison and planning an assassination during a czarist procession. A young woman aids the plot but the czar survives after a clever ruse. Nicholas confronts the would-be killer and the assassin vanishes without being captured. The tale ends with the mysterious letter from the young lady and global questions about the aborted attack.
Bryan as a Dictator Echoed by Republican Press
The Baltimore Sun notes the phrase is overused as a political cudgel. It argues the trope lacks bite when voters seek new approaches and sharpens the critique of partisan framing.
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Baltimore Sun
Election Day the Day That Counts
The Washington Star notes that a president discovers inauguration day is only the start of his challenges as the election determines his mandate and future in office.
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Washington Star
Bill Gets There Just the Same in Political Rally
The article notes that William Jennings Bryan draws less enthusiasm at political conferences than at Chautauqua gatherings, as observed by the Washington Star. A contrast is highlighted between his fame’s impact in different public settings.
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Bill
W. J. Bryan
Washington
Laurel Heights Man’s Beet Dish Prank Haunts Dinner
A Laurel Heights man recounts how his wife served pickled beets, his dreaded dish. He disposed of the earlier batch while she rang the doorbell, only to face a larger serving next night and a ringing doorbell that never came.
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Laurel Heights
John
Wisconsin expert testimony praised in Schrank trial record
The editorial lauds Wisconsin for a dignified trial of John Schrank, who failed assassination attempts on October 14 and November 25. A five alienist commission found him insane, unable to defend himself, with Schrank’s own statement revealing mental irresponsibility. It contrasts this with criticized modern trials and commends Judge Backus.
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Wisconsin
John Schrank
Roosevelt
Schrank
Journal of the American Medical Association
A. C. Backus
Governor Wilson and Bermuda in potential departure dispute
Doubts surface on Bermuda allowing Governor Wilson to depart when the time comes, as reported by the New York World. The fragment suggests political friction and questions about colonial permission or cooperation.
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Bermudas
Wilson
New York
Army and Navy Need Cited Annually, Record Notes
A Philadelphia Record commentary asserts the recurring requirement for both army and navy, acknowledging ongoing defense needs each year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Record
Health for Sale in Civic Fight Over Public Health Costs
E E Rittenhouse of Equitable Life argues at the National Conservation congress that funding public health is essential and affordable. He notes per capita costs and compares city expenditures, urging citizens to pay $1.50 yearly to prevent disease and save lives, equating health protection with fire and crime safety.
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National Conservation Congress
Indianapolis
E. E. Rittenhouse
Equitable Life Assurance Company
Rittenhouse
Pennsylvania
Arkansas
New York
Massachusetts
Indiana
Journal of the American Medical Association
Death and the Hope Diamond linked to McLean case
An Indianapolis News notes a London view of Mrs. J R McLean’s death and her possession of the Hope diamond valued near 200000 dollars. The piece recounts a string of misfortune tied to the gem from Tavernier to Abdul Hamid and describes McLean’s failure to pay a 40000 installment after servants died and his mother fell ill.
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Indianapolis News
London
J. R. McLean
Tavernier
Louis XIV
Madame Maintenon
Marie Lepczinska
Marie Antoinette
Fals
Amsterdam
Beaulieu
Lord Hope
Turkey
Abdul Hamid
Habib
Singapore
McLean
The Plaza Vaudeville Opens With Mixed Acts and Lively Talent
The Plaza theater opens its week with a diverse seven act vaudeville bill. Highlights include The Auto-Suggestion Club from Milton and Dolly Nobl, Gray Tsing with high class songs, Les Silvas Portuguese ladder act, and Dolore Vallecita with trained leopards. Holden and Harron provide light chat, the Caits Brothers perform soft pedal dances, and Wright and Lawrence deliver a dialogue filled act.
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The
Plaza
Plaza Theater
Popula Little Playhouse
Milton
Dolly Nobl
Les Silvas
Dolore Vallecita
Les Silva
Dolores Vallecita
Holden
Harron
Caits Brothers
Wright
Lawrence
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Los Angeles Times
the Light's Daily Story
Czar
Ivanoff
Larille
Nicholas
Palace
Bryan
Montclair
Miss Duflap
Red Lips
Spike
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