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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1909
Page
2
January 15 in History Lapses and Victories
A compact chronicle notes events from 101 Vermont declaring itself independent to 1901 Maxim Gorky imprisonment and Albert Patrick’s death sentence reprieve. It references parliamentary liturgy, Captain Cook’s discovery, New York restrictions on masquerades, the bombardment era, Hopkinson’s death, Havana protests, and the president’s frigate capture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermont
Sandwich Islands
Cook
New York
President
Joseph Hopkinson
Havana
Genral
United States
Maxim Gorky
Igni
Albert T. Patrick
New City Republican Chairman Urges Regulated Saloon Policy
The Light argues for regulating saloons rather than banning them, criticizing prohibition as worse for Texas. It calls saloon owners to act responsibly, supports stringent rules, and warns against open saloons, urging a lawful, manageable approach to control and morality. It contrasts 100 regulated saloons with a "blind tiger" and urges practical governance over prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Mynor
Teera
Carrout
Kay
Pay your poll-tas to visit San Antonio sooner
A clipped note warns against letting Mr. Yoakum leave Texas without a San Antonio stop. It argues his visit would advance progress and prompt immediate construction of a Brady road, urging timely action.
Be Gallant Legislators Inspire Women’s Rights Debate
A woman's club meeting in Texas voices that men are better than the current status for women, urging lawmakers to secure real equality. The speaker argues it is better to obtain substance than mere appearance in law, urging reform to elevate women's legal status in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texan
Tone Star
Minio
Commonwealth
Lima
Providency
Philadelphia
Texans urged to support women property rights bill
The excerpt urges action to defend the property rights and moral status of women, arguing a modest tribute now could prevent future political storms. It warns that lawmakers may miss other priorities like Campbell's two cent fire measure if attention is diverted, stressing duty for Texans at Austin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Campbell
Austin Plain
Pay Your noll-tax and support Wright’s building safety push
A letter urges public backing for Chief Wright’s effort to curb faulty and dangerous construction while criticizing lax building laws. The writer questions Mr Kern and suggests Mr Bryan was not supportive, calling it a democratic legislature first in years and end with a metaphor about luxuriant whiskers in Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright
Kern
Bryan
Ike
Indiana
Spies of Private Hatred in Roosevelt Tillman Row
The New York Sun analyzes secret service agents used by a president against Senator Tillman. It questions whether the investigations warranted federal action or merely reflected personal vendetta. The piece accuses Roosevelt of abusing power and threatens impeachment if findings proved personal spite drove policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Sun
Secret Service
United States
Senator Tillman
Roosevel
Congress
Mitehal
Nd Burton
Williamson
Herrmann
Driggs
Tillman
Mersty
Mir. Roosevelt
McIal
Tully
White House
Fragmented Philosophies On Life From A 19th Century Page
A collection of aphorisms on aging, marriage, money, and social behavior. Notes on appearance versus reality, prudence, and character pepper the paragraph, with quips about umbrellas, hats, and the perils of cheap purchases. The tone resembles a natural philosophy column of social maxims from a period newspaper.
Bin Sterrett Back at Work for Dallas News
Colonel Bin Sterrett resumes active duties at the Dallas News after a period of variety assignments. Friends and the so called Tewapanar people alike are pleased he is again in harness and available for special tasks as needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denison Herald
bin" Sterrett
Dallas News
Tewapanar
City Council Opens Year Amid Petitions and News
The first regular council meeting of the year was held as numerous petitions and memorials were presented. Visitors included Captain Peter Kielhaass of Chicago, father in law of W. Dobrowalski, and Rev. John Zylla. Weather bureau warns of further cold, streetcars operate normally, and a well contested wrestling match on Hanstow street ended in a draw after about 40 falls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Kielhaass
Chicago
W. Dobrowalski
John Zylla
United States Weather Bureau
Turner Association
T. P. Wollins
Wilson County
Menger
Hanstow Street
Passing Throng on Army Post Car Recites Nervy Tale
A bridge conductor recalls a nerve test on Avenue C as a well dressed woman steps toward the car to tie a shoe string and bids the crew farewell with a smile. The tale reflects the daily quirks faced by clerks and conductors with passengers and requests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biel
Army Post
Avenue C
Origin of Robbing Peter to Pay Paul and Portland naming tale
The Q A recalls the phrase origin from St. Peter’s cathedral status in 1546 and 1550 repairs of St. Paul’s, with the saying about not robbing St.Peter’s to build St. Paul’s. It also recounts Portland Oregon being named after a coin toss between Lovejoy of Massachusetts and Fettygrove of Maine, Portland winning, with the penny now in Seattle.
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St. Peter
Westminster
London
Diocese of
St. Paul's Cathedral
St Peter's Alta
St. Pat
Porrtland
Oregon
Portland
A. L. Lovejoy
Massacusetts
Frank W. Fettygrove
Maine
Lovejoy
Boston
Pettygrove
Tis Eloud on the choles of friends and foes
Fragmentary lines describe a paradoxical rise through tension and sorrow. The speaker notes that ascent demands a path shaped by tears, cautioning the reader about the cost of ambition and the role of loyalty in navigating perilous social ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eloud
The Bold Young Woman on the London Stock Market
A dramatic London financial tale centers on Violet Charlesworth a 25 year old heiress who defied odds by trading American rails on the city’s stock market without cash. She amassed assets plush suites autos and country houses while borrowing from brokers before losses forced emergency gains and a tragic sea bound accident with her sister and chauffeur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Violet Charlesworth
London
England
West End
Theeity
Modister, Millmare and Jewelers
Scotland
Charlesworth
Wales
Violet Charlesworthy
Disappearance tale stirs doubt over Violet case
Fragmentary notes question a widely reported claim that Violet vanished to avoid creditors. Police later doubt the story, suggesting a deliberate disappearance rather than foul play. The piece probes how a country girl could outwit seasoned businessmen and cast doubt on confidence in "business men."
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Violet
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