San Antonio Light Publisher Details and Subscription Rates
The San Antonio Light and The San Antonio Gazette, founded 1881, edited by Charles E Diehl and Harrison L Beach. Subscription options include daily and Sunday carriers or mail, with monthly and yearly rates listed. single copies available. Advertising offices and New York and Chicago bureaus noted. The paper is sold at hotels and newsstands nationwide.
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Chicago
The Tailors Convent Dictates Thirty to Thirty Five Suits
A satirical mock warning on fashion pressure from a New York tailors convention. It laments the social burden of maintaining numerous suits and the financial distress it causes men of moderate means and even the fat man as clothing trends enforce tight fittings and hard standards.
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New York
Scratching a Scholar to Find an Emissary
An exchange proposal aims to fuse American and German cultural ties through scholars and students. The piece cites Hugo Munsterberg and critiques his view of American patriotism, arguing that European resentment stems from perceived American fin ality and a sense of global superiority.
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Hugo Munsterberg
Amerika-Institut
United States
Germany
Europe
America
Atlantic
Tailors’ Edict Forcing Tight Garments Sparks Rebellion
A quoted admonition describes clothes shrinking a man’s ease, urging he endure discomfort of narrow sleeves and constricting coats or resist the restrictive dress code. It portrays a complaint of forced regalia and the urge to rebel against tailoring conventions.
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Tailors’ Convention
Full Bushel Rule for Apples Pears and Potatoes
A historical notice explains the legal standard for a bushel. It states the Winchester bushel is 2,150.42 cubic inches but apples pears and potatoes require 2,747.715 cubic inches to account for air space. Shoppers should receive that full measure.
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United States Court of Customs Appeals
Washington
United States
America and Europe in the eighteenth century contrasted
The author argues America should lead in reform and learning from other nations while resisting European domination. He praises America’s rapid emancipation and criticizes Europe’s imagined superiority, urging exchange professors and independence from a Europe-led world order.
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Europe
America
End of a Great War and Lessons Learned
The Franco-Prussian War ended February 16 1871 with Belfort’s garrison surrendering. The piece argues German organization under Moltke contrasted with French chaos and weak leadership, claiming France learned to avoid mob armies and incompetent leaders in future crises.
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France
Germany
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Moltke
Marengo
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Auerstadt
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Friedland
Ohio Law for Girls Continuation Education Mandate
A new Ohio law requires girls aged fourteen to sixteen who have not finished eighth grade to attend continuation school for four to eight hours weekly. Employers must enforce the act. The curriculum is broad, aiming to provide practical instruction aligned with the girls' work and immediate application.
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Ohio
The Chinese Mind and the Call for Liberty
Garrett P. Serviss articulates a progressive view of China, arguing against racial stereotypes and praising Chinese thinkers, poets, and virtues. He contends that China has long harbored intellect, humor, family bonds, and aspirations for republican liberty, deserving a hopeful wake into modern democracy.
Illiteracy Status and International Comparisons
The Christian Herald notes that illiteracy includes anyone ten or older who cannot write their language. In the United States 106 per 1000 are illiterate, with higher rates among foreign born whites and minorities. It cites Appalachian and Southern regions as hardest hit and lists international rates, highlighting the United States total of 6,246,857 illiterates.
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Christian Herald
United States
German Empire
Norway
Sweden
Switzerland
Scotland
Holland
England
France
Ireland
Austria
Hungary
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Italy
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Portugal
Russia
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Roumania
Nick Roosevelt's Nephew Comments on Presidential Race
The New York Telegram notes Nick Roosevelt, nephew of Mr. Roosevelt, asserts his uncle is a candidate for the presidency. Family members express frank, candid views about the race.
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Roosevelt
New York Telegram
Governor Wiper Visit Sparks Safety Debate in Kentucky
Chicago News questions the governor's Kentucky trip while Colonel Wirerson was away, weighing safety concerns and political optics. The piece contrasts leadership presence with remote oversight during a critical period.
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Governor Wiper
Kentucky
Colonel Wierson
Chicago News
It Has Gone Up in Smoke Cartoon Mention
A brief cartoon caption notes Uncle Joe Cannon’s up-tilted cigar has not appeared in a cartoon for a long time, signaling a change in political caricature tradition.
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Uncle Joe Cannon
Denver Republican
Twenty Daring Deeds Of John Haring In Haarlem Siege
A heroic account of Dutch soldier John Haring of Horn who single handedly defended a key bridge against Spanish forces during the Haarlem siege. As ice melted and mists cleared, Dutch plans to sever Amsterdam’s link aimed at relief fail or succeed, with Haring’s bold stand highlighted amid broader battles.
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John Haring
Horn
Horatius
Rome
Haarlem
William of Orange
Amsterdam
Count Sonoy
Up-to-Date Verse Methuselah Hunts A Job
Verse commentary on Methuselah aged forty-six seeking work but told he is too old. He protests with defiant roar and declares he will live nine centuries more, noting a precise 923 years would disrupt rhythm. Chicago Tribune excerpt.
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Chicago Tribune
Heroic Stand on the Dyke Delays Spanish Assault
A noble fighter rallied disordered companions and dashed onto a narrow slippery dyke held back a thousand Spaniards to buy time for comrades to retreat. Though the battle was lost, he stood on the dyke fighting before plunging into the sea to escape.
The Waltzing Record in Paris Dance Contest
A London Mail report notes a Paris dancing contest setting a new hour long waltz record with 5002 complete turns. Three competitors dazzled hundreds of masters in a vast hall as they spun, sometimes reversing direction, while the winner claimed to dance eight hours daily.
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Paris
Cactus Provides Waterproof White Wash Material
An item notes Luther Burbank has produced a cactus from which waterproof white wash can be made. The report mentions its use in inquiries by committees.
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Lorimer
Luther Burbank
Knickerbocker Press
Observant Citizen Recalls Dog Shock Tale
A young woman recounts how her dog, taught to fetch, triggered a near fatal shock when a loose electric wire fell from a chandelier. The dog grabbed the wire, received a severe jolt, dashed into a table and water, and after the chaos, ceased chasing loose items. The incident left him momentarily disoriented but did not kill him.
Caruso's Voice Value in Phonograph Royalties
Tid Bits notes that if Caruso loses his voice he still earns over £20,000 a year in royalties for many years from a phonograph company. Mme Tetrazzini, refused £200 five years ago, now earns £7,000 yearly. she accepted the lower offer then but won a £5,000 bonus previously.
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Mme. Tetrazzini
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