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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1906

Page

3

Talking Telephone Voice Recorder Ready To Revolutionize Offices

An American inventor, dubbed the “Danish Edison,” unveils the telegraphone a device that records spoken words onto wire or discs and plays them back with remarkable clarity. The system uses fine steel strands on a spool to extend recording length and can be linked to telephones, typewriters, or central exchanges, enabling instant dictation and preserved conversations across distance.

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Washington conference shifts on revision drive amid party tensions

A Washington correspondent reports key figures including Speaker Cannan and Chairman Shera guiding the reform push. Western lawmakers express doubt about a full revision while endorsing some changes, indicating a split outlook ahead of the vote.

Long Distance Trolley Links Chicago and New York

Chicago July 24. The first link in the tilt for a new trolley line to connect Chicago and New York is forged. The route runs from Washington to Hammond via Central and will join the main line at a central hub. A steamer service on Lake Michigan will connect with the new route.

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Knabenschue Féis Descends After Airship Engine Fails

Knabenschue Féiis reports motor failure on an airship voyage from Toledo. Pilot Knaben and Puritaners' Press describe the ascent from Telasronnls Wis, a 900 foot drop, and a partial descent when the motor refused to operate. The craft landed safely without damage to the machine or passengers.

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FITZ WANTS TO FIGHT BERGER IN A RING MATCH

Bob Pitzsimiong and Sant Berger, California heavyweight, prepare for a winded arena bout after a recent display against Jack O'Hman. Pitzsimiong, based at Ockaway Beach, expresses readiness to fight Berger anywhere for a reasonable purse as he appears in a vaudeville sketch.

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Twenty-Eight Perish in Gale Off Orkney Fishermen

A brutal gale claims twenty-eight lives as Orkney fishermen are lost at sea. Rescuers battle heavy seas with multiple vessels and aircraft seeking survivors amid wreckage of overturned boats. Families await word as authorities assess the scale of the disaster and next steps for the fishing community.

Elephant on board car creates wild depot escape tale

A stray elephant named Jumbo, aboard a Katy depot car, caused chaos as it wandered through a town. Express agents Mr Teetshorn and Mr Potter aided bystanders to coax and secure the animal before it toppled a street, then was guided to safety into a parked wagon.

Steamship Finland Ashore Off Walcherven Island

The steamship Finland bound from Antwerp to New York ran aground on the Estrid near Walsherven in the Netherlands. No injuries or fatalities are yet reported. In Chicago a Mr Johnson, a notable chicken manufacturer and former official of the Owenia Toilet ram, was killed when struck by a streetcar wheel at Lasalle and North Clark, after stepping onto the street near Lavallo avenue church. two bystanders were also injured.

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Mississippi Declares War on Mosquitoes in Yellow Fever Fight

Mississippi launches annual battle against stego-Myia Fasciata and other mosquitoes. Officials plan widespread oiling of breeding sites, with millions spent. After heavy rains, authorities warn it may take sixty days before health conditions ease and fever risk recedes.

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Christ Was Hebrew In Russia Trial Over persecution

A fragmentary early 20th century account accuses Christians of blaming Hebrews for Christ’s crucifixion. It cites Mr McDermott and calls for church leaders to reject anti Hebrew rhetoric while arguing Jesus was not killed by Hebrews but commanded by God. There is an ad for POTCERR NICK'S at 208 East Hamilton Street.

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De Zavala Rifles Meet with Lively Attendance

The De Zavala Rifles held a largely attended meeting last night. A number of the boys were present and Captain John White tendered its release, but the motion was defeated at the meeting. The company will resume drill Monday night as preparations for the state encampment at Austin continue.

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Mourns the Death of Helotar Resident Alexander Benke

Alexander Benke Henke aged 82 a longtime Helotar resident died yesterday at home after fifty years in the community. He leaves a large family including son John W. Henke of the West End. Funeral services will be held today at 4 pm at Het Totes al.

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Officer Galan Goer Assigned to Park Duties

The report notes Officer Galan Goer is assigned to Park duties at Aleatyle Park, replacing Special Patrols previously allocated to other city duties. It also mentions Alberto Chico Galton known for special patrols over the past several months and references a contact phone 971.

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