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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1912

Page

6

San Antonio Light Publication Details and Rates

The San Antonio Light announces its union with The San Antonio Gazette and lists subscription options for daily and Sunday editions by carrier and mail. It provides office contact points in New York and Chicago and notes nationwide sale at stands, with delivery change instructions and postal information.

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Aggressive stance urged to quell Juarez Chihuahua unrest

The text argues a firm approach against an armed insurrection. It states the leader must act immediately to suppress disturbances in Juarez and Chihuahua to protect administrative prestige, warning that delays and negotiations would imperil the government.

Juarez Chihuahua

Verne's Work Finished Maders Duty and Verne Legacy

The piece contrasts Mexican unrest with Maderos resolve to reclaim Juarez and then shifts to a tribute to Jules Verne. It notes Verne’s posthumous publications totaling sixty three novels across eleven series and praises his foresight, optimism, and influence on Wells and future science fiction.

Jules Verne Bulwer-Lytton Earth Poe Verne H. G. Wells Mr. Wells Wells Moses Pisgah Heights

Circulation Manager Sworn In San Antonio

Sworn statement shows Harvey L. Steele titled as Circulation Manager. Noted by notary John J. Wahl in San Antonio on February 1912 with official seal for Bexar County Texas.

Harvey L. Steele John J. Wahl San Antonio John Wahl Bexar Cianty Texas I. Harvey L. Steele Lessioweess ROG Aissc Ob Aunacs

Roosevelt Eyes Third Term Bid Despite No Formal Declaration

The article indicates Roosevelt is publicly silent yet widely suspected to seek a third term. For months trusted associates have actively campaigned in his favor, implying they have received assurances of a forthcoming announcement or plan.

Roosevelt United States

Roosevelt Split Echoes In Political Fray And Third Term Debate

The piece discusses Roosevelt endorcements from Chicago business leaders and Outlook editors, predicts his entry into politics, notes the third term pledge from 1904, and mocks classical education as a distraction from practical learning and happiness. It cites Revell's statement of continued support and roasts intellectual anecdotes about Mill and Mill's biographers.

Roosevelt Chicago Roosevelt National League Alexander H. Revell New York Revell Roosevelt League Outlook

Spaeth Critiques American Education for Infants

Sigmund Spaeth argues in Harper's Weekly that current methods waste infant prodigies by sheltering youngsters from hard facts. He advocates early exposure to Greek and math, warning that delaying serious learning dulls minds and that even simple ideas should be presented plainly.

Sigmund Spaeth Harper's Weekly Spaeth Horace Greeley John Stuart Mill

Shuster's Spleen on International Morality in London

A critique of international hypocrisy delivered by W. Morgan Shuster, former Persian treasurer-general, praised by supporters. He argues Western powers preach virtue but act with double standards, citing Persia, Tripoli, Morocco, Korea, the Transvaal, and the Orange Free State as examples of perceived moral inconsistencies in international law and conduct.

London W. Morgan Shuster Persia Shuster Tripoli Morocco Korea Transvaal Orange Free State

Liberty bell visit debated by Los Angeles Tribune

The Los Angeles Tribune argues against a Liberty Bell trip to California noting Philadelphia residents would not permit it. It contends Californians enjoy liberty and some educators view the bell as a symbol of colonial rudeness, preferring no such display.

Los Angeles Tribune Liberty Bell Philadelphia Market Street England

Credit, Church Trustee Dialog Raises Pulpit Question

In a courtroom exchange the trustee asks about occupying the last pulpit with credit. The new rector replies there was never any cash connected with it, and a judge comments on the matter.

They Are Only Bush Leaguers in Political Scrap

The Houston Post labels the dispute between Champ Clark and Joe Folk as one of the least significant political happenings in the nation, underscoring a dismissive view of the clash.

Champ Clark Joe Folk Houston Post

As Others View It T. R. Sticks to the Rubber Heels

Mrs Nicholas Longworth wears cut glass heels on ball slippers while Oyster Bay favors gum shoes in the season’s footwear contrast as observed by the Chicago Inter Ocean.

Nicholas Longworth Oyster Bay Chicago Inter Ocean

King George’s Hunter Writings Sparingly Compared

A Chicago News remark compares King George’s hunting writings to Roosevelt noting he has not written as voluminously about his adventures. The quip highlights the royal author’s scarcity of words on hunting exploits.

King George Colonel Roosevelt Chicago News

Woodrow Wilson Campaign Embraces Recall for Press Agents

A Washington Star note says Woodrow Wilson runs his campaign with a clear stance favoring recalls for press agents. This signals a tactic aimed at controlling media messaging during the recall discussion.

Woodrow Wilson Washington Star

Teddy Boosters Exposition Proposed for Smithsonian

The New York World argues the planned national assembly of Teddy Boosters should be titled an exposition at the Smithsonian rather than a convention, implying a display rather than a formal meeting.

Teddy Boosters New York World

Roosevelt enthusiasm in Oklahoma meets slim vote count

The Philadelphia Press notes strong Roosevelt excitement in Oklahoma but reports insufficient votes to sustain momentum, signaling a gap between fervor and electoral support.

Roosevelt Oklahoma Philadelphia

Harvey's VP Pick Sparks Silence in Washington Post

The Washington Post notes Colonel Harvey's choice for vice president has attracted no public mention yet. The piece highlights the absence of naming or confirmation as the political maneuver unfolds.

Harvey Washington Post

Phrenologist’s remark on Bryan’s head sparks local laughter

In a Springfield Republican snippet a phrenologist who examined Bryan’s head joked that a long interval between bumps suggested a slow rate of skull growth. The wry line reflects a playful take on political portraiture and scientific vanity in local culture.

Bryan Springfield Republican

Henry Watterson and Morgan Support in Jeffersonian Election

A pointed remark in the St. Louis Republic notes Henry Watterson as the sole Democrat to recognize J. P. Morgan's essential backing for a Jeffersonian presidency. The comment underscores intra party divisions and influence of finance in political outcomes.

Henry Watterson J. P. Morgan St. Louis Republic

Senator Stephenson Election Spending Questioned

Baltimore Sun commentary imagines a hypothetical $107 000 campaign expense by Senator Stephenson, pondering the cost of securing a senate seat and urging scrutiny of political influence.

Stephenson Senate Baltimore Sun

You Cant Make Em Resign Cabinet Resignation Quip

A Louisville Courier Journal quip notes that in Europe every cabinet resigns after a disturbance while in America the cabinet simply avoids interviews. The remark contrasts political culture and media access across regions.

America Louisville Courier-Journal

Wilson knocks himself from presidential shoes

Commentary notes Woodrow Wilson undermines public perception after a controversial event, contrasting with Bill Bryan. The piece frames the presidential image as shaken and questions leadership credibility in a domestic political climate.

Bill Bryan Woodrow Wilson Milwaukee Sentinel

Roosevelt and Bryan Both Drive Cars in Public Parade

The Denver Republican notes a playful contrast as both Colonel Roosevelt and Colonel Bryan are described as operating automobiles. The piece highlights their public readiness and the novelty of two prominent figures sharing this modern convenience.

Bryan Roosevelt Colonel Bryan Denver

Poems of Sentiment in the Primeval Forest

A poetic meditation on a forest of pines hemlocks maples spruces and elms as trees sigh about being felled planed and varnished Then the wood is turned into antiques and furniture described in lyrical form Franklin P Adams notes the verse appears in the February Metropolitan.

Sheraton Highboys Chippendale

Pony Coat Dreams Beset by Hard Times

A neighborhood tale centers on a woman admired for her stylish pony coat while her husband is forced to sell their horse to cover expenses. The verse hints at social envy and economic strain in a small community.

Chemists Grow Meat From Cells Beyond Organisms

A Johns Hopkins scientist and spouse reportedly caused cellular substances to grow indefinitely outside original organisms. They claim to have grown chicken meat from pieces placed in saline solution and say the process can be repeated and applied to other flesh, raising the prospect of commercial meat production through chemical methods.

W. H. Lewis Johns Hopkins

A Question of Locality

Philander C. Knox secretary of State seeks better meals. In New York he orders roast beef but finds it spoiled and denounces the cook. The incident ends with Knox losing his appetite for a week.

Philander C. Knox New York Mr. Konx Knox Popular

Callaghan Avenue Residents Demand Street Cleaning Act

A Callaghan avenue resident complains that garbage wagons added in six months have barely visited the street. He says only one trip occurred in the past month, cites flies and unhealthy conditions, and warns of petitioning the council to rename the street Boynton avenue unless service improves.

Callaghan Avenue Sanitary System Sanitary Department Boynton Avenue

General Scott the Epicure in Early Washington Society

Mrs. Marion Gouverneur recalls General Winfield Scott as an epicure in a reminiscence. He enjoyed jowl meals and personally handled family shopping. Terrapin and oysters from Norfolk were favorites, and a banquet once featured a dish from every state. He tasted sauerkraut for Pennsylvania with tears in his eyes.

General Scott Winfield Scott Washington Society Marion Gouverneur Norfolk Union Commonwealth Pennsylvania

St Isaac’s Cathedral Sees Wealth in Russian War Chest

The Christian Herald notes St Isaac's Cathedral in St Petersburg costs 24 million rubles, about 12 million dollars, with vast marble pillars and malachite columns. Its golden domes reportedly house jewels forming a war chest to defend Russia for months if needed.

St. Petersburg Moscow St. Isaac's Russia Christian Herald

Caricature claims link LaFollette to Jefferson

In a Charleston News and Courier critique, LaFollette is portrayed as a Jeffersonian reincarnation, while noting possible omissions in his political remodeling by supporters.

LaFollette Jefferson Charleston News and Courier

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