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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1911
Page
6
The notice reports May circulation for The San Antonio Light at 17,578 net paid daily. Certification by Circulation Manager Harvey L. Steele, sworn before Notary John J. Wahl in San Antonio on June 1, 1911, authenticates the figures.
A criticism of an Oklahoma judge who ordered baths for jurors highlighting the long evolution of jury reform from confinement to comforts. The piece argues jurors resist extreme pampering and emphasizes preserving integrity over indulgence while noting history should not repeat itself.
A dispatch recounts Joseph Henry meeting William Dillon in St. Louis and riding west on freight cars. They were dropped near Muncie Kansas, then halted by a bridge over a creek. Henry slipped from an iron ladder and vanished into darkness by the stream.
A reporter recalls a grateful act as Henry helps a comrade after a serious fall and Dillon sustains internal injuries. The piece argues that self sacrificial aid crosses class lines, from hobos to Wall Street magnates, proving the universal Quixotic spirit of humanity.
The article argues Roosevelt’s role in ending the Russo Japanese war has hurt white prestige in the orient. It warns China may demand apologies from Mexico and imagines a possible naval clash, stressing the Monroe Doctrine and the U S role as continental policeman to deter Chinese influence in North America.
Various editorials attack racing speed mania and railroad safety ruling gaps. The New York World cites the rule of reason for chauffeurs, the Chicago News laments sacrificial wrecks in the speed age, the Chicago Tribune notes the hidden rider and horse in fast racing, and the Milwaukee Sentinel recalls a broken neck drawing bigger crowds than a broken record at the Indianapolis meet.
A Chicago Record-Herald remark questions whether slaughter to create an Indianapolis holiday benefits humanity, noting no evidence of progress from such acts. The terse opinion frames ethical concerns about collective celebrations versus human advancement.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat questions whether the large crowd would have booed if no drivers had fallen before the final lap, implying debate over spectator reaction to crashes during the event.
The New York World comments that Theodore Roosevelt will reject arbitration with nations like Britain, France, Germany, and Japan. It warns that if those powers attack, he would respond with strong force, treaty or none.
The Brooklyn Eagle notes a shift where military and legal ideals swap roles, moving from a storm to calm. The nation favors long repose over a brief upheaval, and intends to preserve that calm regardless of who becomes president.
The Baltimore Sun editorial notes the resort to arms to vindicate national honor is illogical. It warns that territorial issues will rise as major nations seek trade and new dominions, while smaller nations fear annexation.
The Atlanta Constitution notes world peace remains uncertain but near the threshold. It argues courage is needed to realize it and that compromise will mark future arbitration while expecting temporary setbacks from several strong nations amid pursuit of lasting peace.
The German government tentatively enters arbitration negotiations, a move seen as a remarkable surprise given prior coolness to arbitration. The shift signals growing international arbitration sentiment and is hailed as a signal victory for President Taft by the Boston Transcript.
Victoria Col onist argues the century ending shows Britain France and the United States settling disputes without war and offers lessons for the world and hope for the future.
The Ottawa Citizen proclaims there is a nobler path than war citing reason, right, and humble loyalty to high ideals as true heroism beyond cannon fire.
The Hali fax Chronicle quotes Mr. Asquith on imperial unity based on local autonomy. Sir Wilfrid Laurier echoed the idea that imperial unity rests with dominions remaining self governing units within the empire.
The Woodstock Sentinel notes opinions differ on whether a distinct Canadian accent exists. It suggests an American twang and English accent as contrasts and argues that three well educated speakers might be indistinguishable by speech alone without external cues.
The essay argues bliss arrives in small daily joys rather than grand events. It uses imagery of a shadow leaf and a brick wall to urge living in the present and finding heaven at hand through tiny, repeated pleasures.
Milwampee Sentinel notes that Senor de la Barra is described as the pinch hitter of the Mexican revolution, suggesting a pivotal role in rapid leadership change.
Poem-as-notice references June and nature from Voices calling to live, with imagery of bees, cattle, trout, birds, and grass. It cites Stand back to despair and to the utter goodness of the Plan, attributed to Wightman in Success Magazine.
The poem praises crews from rough towns who endure storms and hard labor for good pay and fed crews. It notes sailors patching leaks, mending sails, pumping through hurricanes, and standing drenched in icy seas. A later line discusses drug droplet measurements and an experimental note.
A pale young man enters the Arbeiter Verein saloon on East Commerce at midnight. He places a new dollar on the bar and writes on it, This is the last of $10,000 spent on slow ponies. E. Z. Mark. He leaves silently after receiving his change.
Ford Madox Hueffer recalls Bernard Shaw arriving in London with only a dress suit. Shaw pawns or sells his clothes to buy a decent black suit like a Wesleyan minister. He enters a political host in a hall filled with evening dress, meeting Balfour and Windham in succession.
Uncle Mose Peavey and Silas discuss the claim that Squire Dunkley shoots well. The post office chatter notes Dunkley can hit a dollar thrown at fifty yards nine times out of ten, implying his superior aim and the allure of money.
A Mammy Dinah warning scoffs at Mandy for carrying a man named Sam Johnsing. Mammy calls him the natural flirt, noting he winks at himself in the barber shop mirror, while Mandy blushes with a rich ochre hue.
Brazil claims the most complete wireless system among nations and plans fifteen new stations to be completed this year along the Amazon and Paraguay rivers, expanding communication reach in the region.
Canada recorded 243 171 total immigrants last year, up from 150 256 in 1909, with significant year over year growth noted across regions and demographics.
A defendant recounts a string of mule mishaps and mischief from causing scrambled eggs to be flung about after battles with a stubborn mule. The judge interrupts, then discharges the case, remarking he once owned a mule. The tale blends humor with a courtroom setting.
The Chicago Record-Herald notes a proposed coronation train at sixty feet long could offend the Tynacian English-speaking nations and endanger cordial relations between allied peoples.
A Milwaugan Sentinel note voices hope that Colonel Roosevelt will join John W. Gates and that the Ananias club doors will stay open, or risk being knocked from their hinges.
The Pittburgh Dispatch notes a lively scene as Congress might respond better to a bold approach than the slower reception given to the current residents, envisioning a more enthusiastic summer Capitol gathering.
A note from the New Orleans Times-Democrat discusses accident insurance polls as a probable measure even within the rule of reason context. It comments on trust responses to insurance considerations and potential industry trends.
The Chicago News notes the need for reform of Standard Oil and states the reform may be reviewed by T. E. Bell to assess changes. The piece hints at future scrutiny of the trust and its structure.
Washington Post notes a sarcastic take on Colonel Bryan with a dog in the manger analogy. The column hints at a veteran figure provoking disgust among rivals.
The Detroit Free Press notes confusion over wealth thresholds for royal presentation to King George and questions how rich a man must be to be deemed worthy of such honor.
A short local jab notes Cleveland charging $10 in taxes to John D. Rockefeller, reflecting the era's sharp city fiscal mood and public figures under scrutiny.
It is also on the Free List. Mr. Bryans squall is all wool and a yard wide.Atlanta Constitution.
Dr Shaefe in Berlin studied 18 000 children to assess left handedness. Over 95 percent were right handed with girls slightly more so. Ambidexters were 0 21 percent. Left handers tend to sleep on the left and mirror writing is common, but no link to speech issues or general health.
Engineers mocked a German sailwenh project as a suspended railway over a river marks a bold, controversial shift. The radical departure shows signs of success despite ridicule and logistical challenges.
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