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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1909
Page
2
An early morning meeting at Sagamore Hill between T. R. and photographer Howard Boucourt ends with T. R. refusing further portrait sittings after rapid camera activity. Public and press reaction grows as writers seek copies. amid broader notes on political figures and social figures, controversy erupts over judgment and propriety.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a historical San Antonio Light publication claim, with references to Associated Press members and daily Sunday morning distribution. The readable fragments indicate an early 20th century newspaper context and a founding date of January 20 1881.
A brief publisher notice advises subscribers of The Light to provide both current and new addresses for mail delivery changes. It requests timely payment and directs that notices be sent to the designated collectors, with contact possible by telephone.
The article critiques a proposed pension bill for former U S senators noting the Senate favors pensions while questioning constitutionality and public support. It discusses officials like Mr. Weller and references a payroll route to fund salaries, suggesting broader constitutional concerns and possible legislative immunity issues.
The piece recalls a historic pro Roosevelt image carried by The Light at Bon An to in newsrooms. Reporters and photographers gathered in Oyster Bay on March 4 awaiting T. T’s arrival, fearing a late rise on March 11 and planning clever stunts at the Octagon hotel.
In Brineliea vials in Oklahoma a man blocked by an auditor refused to pay fare after his ticket check failed. A loudly protesting passenger, A. McCann, a telephone construction foreman, confronted train staff and declared he would ride without a check. Both McCann and the other traveler continued aboard without permits.
Atlanta dispatch notes a Wisconsin order introduced in Illinois to require all ages for marriage to swear they have not been drunk more than once within the past month, reflecting a push for stricter conduct standards.
In Houston past centered chatter, Galveston’s effort to elevate a famed figure known as Mistah Jack faces clashes. Debates arise over permitting one party to honor Mistah John while another counters with provocative lines and rival proposals, stirring local unease.
The African Reported story recounts a heated council debate on ten disputed words. A pangraph caused sharp disagreement, with a ruling that each word be properly used. Affected readers faced a prompt dockage of words and fines if misused.
The story follows John Hartman who loves Sadie Morton as her parents oppose their marriage. Saddened, Hartman abducts a bundle and sabotages a railroad grade, aiming to stop the European trip, but the plan ends with dramatic pursuit and a revelation of Sadie’s departure. The piece ends noting a new automobile fire engine to be shown at the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Expo in Seattle.
Tid Light recounts a birthday surprise for Migs Hulda Koerps at home on Dist Commerce Street. Alamo Battled beer agency secured by Charles Dant. Bazle Pass resident Kelso visiting the city stays at Mabneke. Bishop Neraz returns from a western tour. The Belt Rifles performed on Alamo Plaza. M F Kippax named in the Inspector General's office. Mrs. M Campbell dies at Mason Street home. funeral set for 10 o'clock at St Mary's Church.
A fragmentary dialogue shows two belles debating marriage and keeping or giving up loves, with one asking why not wed and the other lamenting giving up all but one beloved engagement.
A fragment shows Young Stickum telling T he will bid good night to avoid angering his father. Biss Sulourd comments that he has left for work early, noting the hour and tension in the exchange.
Fragmentary dialogue from a 19th century page shows characters discussing politics and social ties. References include Josh Wits and Ket Fanny, with garbled lines about voting, engagements, and local figures. The text reads as a collage of names and tentative plot hints with no clear event.
Fragmented OCR reads like a theological critique of fanaticism and mental strain within a religious group. It mentions fear, tension, and references to religious leaders and congregants, focusing on the risks of dogma and the push toward sanity amid pressure.
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