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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1909
Page
2
Terms of subscription detail carriers or mail delivery for daily and Sunday papers, with rates for one year and one month options for the daily, Sunday, and weekend editions, plus single copies. The fragment lists pricing and delivery modes but lacks full clarity on amounts or dates.
A fragmented notice informs readers to notify the office if delivery is irregular and to update records with new payer contacts and addresses. The message includes incomplete references to telephone contact numbers and instruction to ensure accurate mailing details for subscribers.
The Sun Day Light issues a correction for misreporting Hon. A. B. Storey as an ardent prohibitionist upon his removal to San Antonio and entrance into the law firm of Houston Boyle and Davis. The paper regrets the error and aims for accuracy and fairness.
A report on Carroll Beckwith art advocate addressing the Ways and Means Committee in Washington. He argues art benefits industry with a tale of a girl turning cloth into valuable art, illustrating why art should be accorded free entry. The piece also notes relief over a political shipshape amid GOP tensions involving William Howard Taft.
A garbled rumor from Pillsboro suggests Francis J Teney may be sent by President Roosevelt to prosecute stated corruption in Congress. The text credits Teney with aggressive anti crime work nationwide, praising his fit for a national office and noting early actions in Arizona and with lumber theft cases.
The article rails at graft in Pittsburg and praises Honey as a national nemesis, suggesting vigilance to root out scamps. It notes Maine shipyards' output rising with 2000 more tons launched last year and many vessels planned, signaling revived industry despite broader corruption talk. It then laments Kentucky violence, recalling historic feuds and civil strife.
A New York statesman backs a bill to establish three large farms for professional vagrants to colonize. The concept argues winter farm work would deter begging, with disciplined inmates earning food and shelter, potentially serving as reform and cost recovery. Critics fear policing and practicalities remain unresolved.
A St Louis Times piece mocks a courtier praising King Vittorio Emmanuel of Italy for visiting victims after a tragedy. It disputes the notion of royal presence as true aid, arguing the king should instead act decisively with energy and practical leadership to address urgent needs.
A discussion extols John D. Rockefeller’s philanthropy including the Rockefeller Institute of Medical Research in New York City. It highlights its mission to advance humanity and science, noting Dr Theobald Smith and Dr Hideya Noguchi among researchers. The piece condemns tainted money claims and praises scientific philanthropy’s impact on disease prevention and treatment.
A list of impeachment trials recorded by the Senate with dates and outcomes. Notable entries include William Blount in 1798 charges dismissed for lack of jurisdiction, Samuel Chase acquitted in 1805, Andrew Johnson and James H. Holnpfrahs entries, and Chas Swayne acquittal in 1905. Also notes postal boards fires use act of 1873 and preface on June 1872 act.
Listings show numerous lodge and union meetings in San Antonio tonight and tomorrow morning. Various groups meet at halls including M W of A Odd Fellows Red Men Woodsmen’s Hall and Trades Council venues with times around 9:30 and later, including Wavy Crockett Lodge and Murray’s Hall.
A 1883 San Antonio brief recalls Frank Frederick the notary public beaten and robbed near Travis Park. Skeletons were unearthed during Alamo Plaza federal building excavation. County Treasurer Froboese returns to duties. A mass meeting at the courthouse is planned. Advertising warrants adopted plus sidewalk contract awarded to D O Anderson. Tree planting in parks next week. Deputy Sheriff Sean McClusky shot lightly at Alamo Plaza. Major D B Bask travels to Washington DC on business.
A West Side saloon case features a grand jury indictment on a charge tied to the cash register, with defendant signaling compliance with Governor Campbell's directives. The wording hints at Irish wit and local character in the reporting.
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