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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1908
Page
2
The piece questions how long tolerance should last for alleged extra legal election pacts and comments on precinct conflicts, the role of W B Lobban, and the ambiguous Terrell election law affecting party conduct and corporate campaign financing amid partisan tensions. It notes few precinct disputes and worries over election machinery.
Roosevelt Brennan Ridder, president of the Amestein Newspaper Publishers Association, attacks government actions against the paper and newspaper groups. He cites a $2,000,000 extortion impact from price hikes by Fibre and Manila Association, noting only one paper maker faced suit while others received immunity and fines totaling $42,000. He condemns the leniency and lawlessness he sees in federal actions.
The piece critiques corporate immunity in law violations, contrasting criminal penalties for individuals with protection afforded to corporations. It cites Gould Paper Company and International Paper Company actions in 1908, notes Roosevelt’s efforts against lawless combinations, and urges stronger penalties to curb law rankers. It references a county jail escape, warning about safekeeping failure and domestic abuse reminders.
The Washington DC police superintendent orders officers to treat newspaper reporters with due regard. Badges grant access within fire lines and crime scenes, and officers must assist reporters in any useful way for news gathering. A police chief views reporters as allies in reducing and solving crime.
A Philadelphia Inquirer themed critique argues Bryan’s immense charisma sustains broad voter fanfare amid two defeats. It contends his personality wields control over private citizens and questions the feasibility and moral implications of an unprecedented political dominion.
City Marshal Shardeln returns from Galveston. U S Marshal Bellints Yhorming learns two timber of men near New Braunfels suspected train robbers. Col. John T. Lytle visits from his ranch as St Joseph's Orphan Asylum files for a 4500 brick addition. State school fund apportionment totaled 42975. Deputy Sheriff Bob Alexander rides the county. A horse thief is arrested after a two night pursuit. Engineer Frank Schrand of San Antonio Tea Company bitten by starfish. doctor says he rests easy.
A fragmented 1908 San Antonio item recounts political campaigning notes from Kato Kimmershl P urging readers to vote for various candidates. It discusses campaign tactics, jobs sought by candidates, and the impact of prohibition debates. Local obituaries and runaways are briefly noted, including ages and locations in Texas. The piece mixes political ramblings with short notices from Hearne and Mastrop about deaths and injuries.
Luther A. Lawhon writes a memorial for Henry Ryder-Taylor born July 13 1608 praising his charitable spirit and friendship. The verse recalls his gentle nature his love of song and verse and the solace he offered to those in distress with a hope his name endures through time and nature.
Notices show two story addition on South Alamo street for Mrs Annie Nichols costing 2000 dollars. A four room dwelling on Belmont street with 800 dollars by B A Motaper. A four room dwelling on Callaghan street at 760 dollars by J B Georgeshail. A one room and gallery addition on Sehigg Avenue costing 400 dollars by Mr Wide A Wake Ret a potter.
A fractured essay mocks modesty and climate theory as it questions dress codes and propriety. It contrasts Gothic propriety with a playful liberty, hints at political satire, and ends by listing U.S. Army enlistment criteria and local agricultural goods.
The Light publishes notices naming H D Lindsey W J Goforth James McCloskey Fred H Lancaster George Surkey and others as sheriff candidates. also lists candidates for County Attorney Constable County Clerk District Judge and more subject to Democratic primaries.
For District Clerk Andres Coy Jr as candidate for district clerk of Bexar County the Light is authorized to any point August Blesentach na 4 cand date for district clerk subject to the action of the democratic primary.
The Wight is authorized to announce Terrell as a candidate for representative place 3 from Bexar County subject to Democratic primary action. The filing signals intent ahead of party processes and official ballot decisions.
The Light announces Gito Wahrtundag as a candidate for Representative Place No 2 in Bexar County subject to the outcome of the primary.
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