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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1913
Page
2
A column discusses army officers at Fort Sam Houston facing tax withholdings on salaries of 3000 dollars or more and argues for treating certain officer expenses as deductible business costs. It compares to actors and merchants, urging that uniforms, weapons, and related items should reduce gross income before taxation, preserving equity in the tax law.
The Tribune decries a proliferation of quacks in the city, noting many physicians of various standing and a troubling local reputation as a winter resort. It urges honesty and accountability, questioning why unqualified healers evade scrutiny while professionals face bias. The piece cites rising concerns that threaten public trust and safety.
A fragmented discussion argues Texas libel and poison law shield doctors and quacks from naming suspects. It recalls a baker’s poisoning scare and suggests newspapers have the right to reveal names and push for legal reform to curb poisoners and counterfeit healers.
A historical critique argues against government takeover of telegraphs and telephones. It notes the high cost near two billion dollars, questions service quality under state control, cites post office management as a model with Sabbath restrictions, and fears Sunday operations would hinder public service. The piece suggests confederal lessons from foreign systems and warns about rash constitutional pressures.
Fragmentary text shows discussion of policy direction and station actions. It references evaluating radical changes and weighing numerous points before embarking on a new course. Names, places, or dates are not provided.
The piece argues President Wilson quietly extends executive power across conservation, communications, and diplomacy. It highlights secretary and postmaster general practices, noting a trend toward unilateral direction with minimal direct recommendations, signaling a strategic presidential dominance. It also mentions emerging telautomatics as a future influence in governance and technology.
The Telegram reports Amicable elevator etiquette rules in Waco. A placard reads Gentlemen Will Flosse Keep Their Hats On. Reasons include avoiding crushed derby hats in crowded cars and ease for women entering. Additional notes cite respect and noncooperation with certain polite phrases.
Congressman Bob Henry of Waco says there is no clash with President Wilson but a fundamental rift with Virginia's Glass, chair of a key committee. He accuses Glass of seeking presidential favor while Henry and Wilson reportedly agree on the proposal. Henry notes Glass offense as unforgivable and insists Glass should not have aligned with the president.
Fragmentary account describes Villa as a dictator with martial power and unquestioned authority over followers. It notes his enforcement by the army, his ban on theft among followers, and a looming campaign with Roy and Toolers in the Chihuahua area. It mentions a declared trust and monopolistic control, permitting robbery of stores and houses.
Odile, a beautiful French girl, welcomes Franz after he deserts to join the French Foreign Legion. Their reunion reveals his bravery in Morocco and a secret plan to marry with a farm upon his return. A border patrol and a frontiersman’s actions test their luck as the couple faces danger and joy.
A wounded runner hides from pursuing soldiers as he nears the frontier dune. Odile reaches him with the dying whisper Et is nothing. Police with glittering rifles stand near the border while a new cross is planted in nearby fields. The piece also notes Japan's government tackling tuberculosis with a plan to isolate cities, targeting Tokyo Yokohama and Nagoya for containment facilities.
A fragmentary discussion notes a shift toward younger leaders in the U S government and Supreme Court, contrasting their ages with veteran figures. It cites senators Lodge, Stephenson, Gellinger, Root, and mentions Justice Holmes and President Wilson's recent ambassadorial choices.
From the New York World the piece argues the Republican party requires a new heart and fresh leadership. It contends that without new conscience and inspiration, reforms and conventions will not salvage the party, and endorses Woodrow Wilson as a beneficial influence rather than restructuring schemes.
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