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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1913

Page

2

San Antonio Light January circulation audit details

The San Antonio Light's January circulation figures are listed for daily and Sunday editions, with breakdowns for evening and Sunday copies. Notarized declarations by VARVEY L STEELE certify accuracy, with offices in New York Chicago and Denver and endorsements from the Association of American Advertisers.

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Debate Over Reed Smoot Seeks New Senate Seat Scrutiny

A 1913 article questions Reed Smoot's reliance on franking privilege and government papers to distribute testimony from the Clapp Investigating Committee. It cites Foraker and printing office actions, noting secrecy remains and urging renewed inquiry into Smoot's eligibility.

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Senator Smoot and the Privilege Grasp on Power

Rhine Island criticizes an Upper House member for aiding Foraker's scheme and betraying public trust. The senator is accused of infidelity to the people's interests and succumbing to wealth influence, with calls to reveal secret information and oppose privilege.

Rhine Island Standard Oil Foraker People's Hanor Smoot

Webb amendment proposal for San Antonio commission plan

The charter committee backs a mayor and commissioner check on appointments with disapproval needing full board confirmation. It compares Memphis and Des Moines are cited for their systems, arguing the Webb amendment will curb patronage and ensure capable service, supported by Mayor Jones’ plan and general public endorsement.

Charter Committee San Antonia Board of Commissioners Dal Board Jones J. E. Webb Memphis Des Moines San Antonio Webb

Enforced front exit rule on San Antonio streetcars falters

The San Antonio Traction Company began requiring passengers to enter by the rear and leave by the front to speed trips and reduce accidents. The rule, once strict, is now widely ignored as conductors struggle to enforce it, with many offenders, including women, retracing steps.

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Front Door Rule for Passengers Requires Enforcement

A San Antonio reader argues that locking the front vestibule doors and forcing passengers to exit at the rear disrupts flow and safety. The writer urges conductors to enforce the front-door rule while keeping the front doors accessible, predicting overall benefit and cost savings for the traction company.

The Man With The Bass Drum In The Brass Band

Critics praise the cornet virtuoso while the unsung bass drummer holds the rhythm from the rear. The piece lauds his steady beat, the drum strap tight at his neck, and his essential role behind Sousa’s band and veteran firemen.

Devinner Mr. Sousa Fishvvile Sit Lunelul

Depopulation View for Panama Canal Zone Population

The Panama Canal Zone census lists 62 810 residents with most employed by the Canal Commission the Panama Railroad and various canal contractors. The piece suggests depopulating the zone except for canal operatives and essential military protection, noting limited American attraction and non desirable non Americans.

Canal Zone Panama Canal Zone Inboul Corly Canal Commission Panama Reitroad Cotanal Cotanal Geethala Scientific American

Germanizing talk sparks fears in America

The Cleveland Leader notes decades of alarms about German influence in the southern region and Monroe Doctrine implications. It questions the seriousness of migrations into Brazil and the broader impact of German immigration on the Americas.

Douney Cleveland

A Century of Peace Celebrates Four Thousand Years of Peace

The Los Angeles Tribune notes that America will be touched by a Great Britain and Saxon nations celebration marking four thousand years of peace. The piece recalls the Ghent treaty and reflects on cordial relations since the Chil War and Cleveland's Venezuela message, emphasizing fair concession.

Tates America Great Vriain Cleveland Venezuela Los Angeles Tribune

Traveling funds for president running dry in current year

A brief note from the Utica Observer reports that Congress has appropriated 28 000 for the president's traveling expenses but the money has been depleted since July and little remains. It speculates the incoming president will face limited travel funds and that Taft may have already traveled more than expected.

Trig Congress Wilson Washington Taft Uttea Observer

Light's Daily Story Ordeal at the Mansion Fire

A fire engulfs a timber mansion as Selwyn Darlington and Mildred Deane face crisis and doubt. Amid the blaze the couple wrestles with honor jealousy and love while a hidden will and family debts surface, testing loyalties and threats of scandal.

Selwyn Darrington York Ceellains Lamohg

Elizabeth Towne and New Thought’s practical power

Margaret Windhard Ayer profiles Elizabeth Towne as a modern advocate of New Thought, praising her practical approach to self help and her mission to teach perseverance and self-reliance. The piece highlights Towne’s lectures, writings, and examples, noting her influence on personal development and the use of mental attitudes to overcome obstacles.

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Selwyn Darlington and Mildred in a Fateful Letter Tragedy

Fragmentary fictionalized exchange reveals Selwyn and Mildred amid a deadly blaze sparked by a pistol shot. A haunting letter from George refers to racing debts as Mildred dies. Selwyn seeks forgiveness while he recalls the explosive events and love triage.

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A Job for Wyershpay in Illinois Reports

A government posting elsewhere seeks a private position for a man named Wyershpay. The text mentions Governor Wilson searching places for an individual amid a 6,292,718 readout in New York.

Wyershpay Wilson York Bune

Bond Zatella Debuts to Rave Reviews in San Antonio

Miss Biatlina Zatella new soprano captivates San Antonio at Beethoven Hall with Aleggamire Hones and Signor Bonet. The concert includes English Italian French and IlMan songs, a La Boheme aria, and a dramatic Luca scene, earning praise for tone clarity and dramatic power.

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