San Antonio Hosts Traveling Men at Horse Show
The diocesan council of the West Texas Episcopal diocese meets in San Antonio to discuss church matters. The diocese recently shifted from missionary status to an independent standing, representing a large devoted clergy and laity following. Democratic papers urge Ma Bryan to prove himself beyond mere humanity by securing the nomination and election.
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San Antonio
Pioneers of Commerce
Diocese of
West Texas
Episcopal Church
East
Ma Bryan
Railroads and Government Regulation Critically Debated
Texan Tom Yoakum says Roosevelt era aims require public backing to curb corporate power and reform rail policy. He urges a fixed governmental policy to finance improvements, maintain wages, and unite railroads with workers while aiding the unemployed amid a harsh winter.
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Tom. Yoakum
Roosevelt
Ma Yoakum
Texas
Commodore Vanderbilt
St. Louis
Boma
Calls for fair laws and strict enforcement on railroads
The piece argues winter hardship will grow without fair and just laws and enforcement against violators, especially railroad regulation in Texas. It cites public confusion from hurried laws, previews future columns on advertising, mentions local figures and events, and notes party contrasts and conventions in a reflective editorial tone.
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Texas
Yoakum
Between Big Stick and Level Government
The text argues for government by the people as the core choice between strong executive power and civilian control, asserting both paths belong to democratic governance. It frames the decision as a matter of public will rather than rigid ideology.
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New Bedford Standard
Alamo Defenders Remembered in April 1906 Poem
Fragment from a Dallas Times-Herald piece recounts San Antonio saloon counts and wartime zeal. It quotes a Morning Review editor praising Texas heroism and Alamo memory, urging readers to stand by the flag and defend the red white and blue. Poem dated April 24, 1906 by Mrs. Dr. Malone Dugeao.
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Dallas Times-Herald
Cichorne Morning Review
San Antonio
Alamo
Gunn
Malone Dugeao
Two Get Life Sentences in Fettin Case
Corsicana Texas May 12 James and Lee Petit pleaded guilty to killing W W Fettin and were sentenced to life imprisonment in the state penitentiary by Judge Cobb They are 21 and 23 years old.
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Corsluuma
Tex
James
Lee Petit
W. W. Fettin
Ufe
Cobb
Strangers Find City Friends at Knickerbocker Hotel
In New York the Knickerbocker Hotel serves as a meeting place for travelers from home. The ad suggests reliable repairs by calling 2309 New.
May 12 in History Highlights
May 12 marks deaths of George Chapman in 1631 and 1844 Charles O Conor, with birth years 1357 and 1804 respectively. 1908 sees Richard Henry Stoddard, poet and critic, die. astronomical notes mention sun and moon times and a northern crown discovery by Dr Behmidt.
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George Chapman
Shakesoeare
Augnat
William Yoo Schle
Vegel
Chav, O'Conor
Éritie
Charles O'Conor
Richard Henry Stoddard
Criti
Behmidt
Albens
Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles
Notice to customers states Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law and contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It recommends a safe remedy for children and adults. Berar Ding Co.
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Foley
Berar Ding Co
Strange Zoo Romance At Bronx Zoo Nesting Robins Outsmart Elephant
In New York on May 12 Congo the West African elephant at the Bronx Zoo discovered a pair of robins nesting inside his outdoor enclosure. The birds built a single family dwelling between bars, while Congo guarded the site with curiosity and indignation. When the robins were away, the elephant admired the nest but did not disturb it. Eventually, during a longer absence, Congo disappeared the robins’ eggs or young with shell fragments later found, and the robins moved on to other quarters.
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New York
Congo
Bronx Part
Thuman
Bayreuther
Gonge
Grace
San Antonio 21 Years Ago Revelries and Rainfall
Report from The Ught on May 12 1887 describes a San Antonio club reception in its room with music by Wishth cavalry band and an orchestra followed by dancing. Many ladies are listed among attendees including Mrs Mose Oppenheimer and Miss Kate Carothers. A boating incident near St Marys bridge left two young women needing rescue. Major J W Armatrang returns from a south city trip noting light rain for the first 10 miles and scarce rainfall thereafter.
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Ught
San Antonio
Wishth Cavalry
Mose Oppenheimer
A. Selkinan
Kate Carothers
Mudd
L. &. Berg
Major Burbank
Gaston
Josephine Withers
E. B
Suburbanite Letter Describes Hiring Cook and Engagement Cancel
A suburban note quotes a conversation between a resident and Mary about a cook. The cook cancels her engagement but offers to try again if they move downtown, citing a rout or circuit issue with kerosene in the present.
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Dudge
Mary
Satuday
Down
Announcement of Sheriff Candidates in Bexar County
Local newspaper notes several candidates announced for the sheriff’s office in Bexar County. Names include B D Lindsey W J Goforth McCloskey Obas F Stevens Frad H Lancaster and George Surkey, all subject to Democratic primary action.
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H. Lancaster
Bexar County
Democratia Primariea
Strict
George Surkey
County Clerk Candidates Named for Primary Elections
The Light announces Vivian Hi Hamilton as a County Clerk candidate subject to primary actions. Michael F Campbell also runs for County Clerk pending Democratic primaries. Frank BR Newton seeks reelection as County Clerk of Bexar County subject to Democratic primary actions on July 25, 1908.
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Vivian Hi
Hamilton
Densaratia Primarias
Michael F. Campbell Xas
Frank BR. Newton
Bexar County
Local Constable Candidacy Announced Amid Primaries
The Light announces E J Reaves as candidate for Constable Precinct 1 and Marlen J Ed Wilkens for Precinct 4 with actions of the Democratic primaries noted. Idi B Trainer is named for Precinct 4 in Hexar County, subject to Democratic primary outcomes.
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E. J. Reaves
Oftes of
Constabie
Privr
J. Ed. Wilkens
Idi B. Trainer
Hexar County
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