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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1913
Page
9
Berlin observers warn that Bavarian leaders curse a growing arms burden and predict only two paths: collapse of militarism or a great war. Officers in Berlin speculate that further incidents like Zabern could push Germany toward conflict with France.
Public opinion in France forced a strong protest from the French government in Wilhelmstrasse after reports that Lieutenant Von Först mer spoke insulting of French national colors. The protest sparked an official inquiry and punishment for abuse of power.
The article surveys how the disease known as influenza carries many names across countries, detailing terms from Russia, France, Germany and beyond. It notes historical misnamings of influenza and cites various local labels such as Span ish catarrh, la grippe, and Russian influenza.
Christmas is bleak in Paris as export bans and tariff rules devastate the fashion sector. Ten thousand feather workers lose jobs while modiste firms fail. theaters shed patrons but films grow, and a cinema in the Champs Elysees demands formal attire for entry. Gutschkow’s speech and Duma tensions prompt notes of political instability. Also mentions the US electric streetcar debut in 1888.
Berlin December reports warn of potential catastrophe in Russia despite optimistic remarks by Prime Minister Kokonzow. Octobrist leader Gutschkov accuses the government of election falsification voter intimidation and failing promised reforms, criticizing Russia during the Balkan crisis.
London reports the king, via Lord Marcus Beresford and trainer Richard Marsh, intends to stay active in horse racing for at least another year despite flat season losses estimated at 20 000 to 25 000. Promising yearlings have arrived from Sandringham and Euston House, Newmarket, as steeplechasing plans begin with P Whitaker at Royston. The king will visit Royston to inspect work. The Eyeopener notes women’s rights and curates social issues as it discusses Parisian cammaries and food costs in its broader coverage.
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