San Antonio Light circulation and masthead notes
The San Antonio Light presents its evening and Sunday morning editions with Associated Press content, listing Publishers Charles Ss Diehl Harrison L. Beach and the circulation department. Advertising and mail details include phone numbers and subscription rates, with agency representatives in New York and Chicago noted.
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Paper Delivery Addresses and Contact Information
Notice requests readers to provide old and new addresses for paper delivery changes and to notify the office if delivery is irregular. It also lists a telephone contact and notes the San Antonio Light is sold widely across the United States.
Peace Treaty Signed in Juarez Marks New Mexico Era
The preliminary peace treaty signed in Juarez promises direct provisions and simple terms. It notes peace is near but cautions that implementation remains the hard part amid costs and anxiety from the revolution. Both nations are urged toward tranquility, with full internal affairs left to Mexico.
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United States
Mexico
Quiet Sunday Turns Violent Across World
A Sunday of supposed rest turned deadly as events worldwide unfolded with a Paris gun attack that killed the French minister of war and wounded others. Reports from Juarez praise a peace treaty while San Antonio enjoyed fine weather amid the turmoil. In the United States, six Black residents were lynched in Lake City Florida and a Black man was lynched near Cocaine Georgia amid additional murders in Georgia.
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Paris
Lake City
Fla
Georgia
Dozens Die in Violent Weekend Across States
A grisly roll of casualties lists four killed by a trolley car in Ohio, five drowned in Arkansas City, five girls burned to death in Kansas, a rejected lover killing a woman in Kentucky, a street duel fatality in Mississippi and another in Tennessee. Also noted are two deaths by own act in Philadelphia, two nitro explosions in Oklahoma, a young man killed and a Tennessee woman among others. A Virginia tone of unrest shows widespread unrest beyond a quiet day of rest.
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Arkansas City
Kansas
Kentucky
Mississippi
Tennessee
Philadelphia
Oklahoma
Hamilton
Victoria
Texas
Cleburne
General Carter Succeeds Carter in Texas Division Command
Gen Fred D Grant to replace Gen William H Carter as commander of the maneuver division in Texas. The change follows no complaint of Carter’s performance, which is praised for advancing army efficiency. The piece humorously notes more marching and possible monotony with new leadership.
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William H. Carter
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Dark plot alleged against him sparks questions over law
The piece hints at a covert campaign against a male figure since November 20 of last year. It jokes about Kansas City sheep and questions whether Standard Oil will bow to the law in a Baileyized ceremony by Waters Pierce. It criticizes the justice department’s insinuations about Texas and the lumber trust.
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Waters Pierce
Department of Justice
Texas
Lumber Trust
Road funding urged to build better Kentucky highways
Editorials from multiple Kentucky papers urge adopting a good roads program funded by local spending. Writers argue improving roads benefits homeowners by keeping money in local economies and highlight scarce passable routes, noting Muhlenberg and Cumberland counties show strong interest while overall road quality lags behind farm and town development.
Madero's Reform Plans Stir Mexico Gambling and Bullfighting Hopes
Reports from Juarez say Madero vows to abolish gambling and bullfighting when in power. If he proceeds, he faces a huge task and gains the nation’s favor only if he achieves meaningful reform. The path from reformer to reform may be long.
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Madero
Juarez
Mexico
Road building urged to connect Kentucky mountains
Local editors advocate rapid paving of Southeastern Kentucky roads to enable carriage or vehicle travel to any point in comfort. They argue improved roads will transform waste places into productive farming land, boost cattle and sheep grazing, and raise farmer living standards through time and cost savings from better haulage and access.
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Kentucky
Barbourville Advocate
Hyden Banner
Peace Talks Open as General Reyes Stays in Havana
The dispatches report peace negotiations in Mexico with General Reyes remaining in Havana for an indeterminate period to aid settlement and protect Americans. Commentary notes Spanish influence, U S perspectives, and local political chatter about San Antonio costs and recall debates. A plot to kill Madero is also reported in Mexico City.
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Havana
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Madero
Mexico City
See America First Not A Question Of Patriotism
A Pittsburgh Gazette Times letter argues that patriotism is not questioned by Americans wanting to visit Europe. The piece asserts a broader spread of information about the United States scenic and other attractions is needed to encourage domestic travel.
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Europe
Pittsburg
Advantages in Both Places
Quote from Chicago Record-Herald contrasts European travel with American empire travel. It notes vastness and variety allow easy journeys yet preserve distinct shades and nuances to avoid monotony and boredom. It emphasizes new sensations, sights, customs beyond landmarks.
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Europe
Old World
Chicago Record-Herald
To See Historic Monuments
The Syracuse Post-Standard notes Americans travel abroad for variety and historic monuments. It argues that those with means prefer distant destinations with distinctive people and sights, and that students still seek remnants of past eras when abroad.
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Council of Governors
Syracuse Post-Standard
Travel Here Helps Travel Abroad Says Boston Globe
The Boston Globe quotes that European travel has many attractions but the best prep is to travel in the United States. It urges Americans to explore the north south east and west to know one another better for commercial and social reasons.
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United States
Boston Globe
Get Acquainted With America Travel Insight
The Cleveland Leader urges deeper knowledge of the United States to boost progress and prosperity. It argues domestic travel showcases attractions and provides necessary diversions for citizens enjoying national mobility.
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America
Cleveland
Fort Sedgwick and Fort Hell in Petersburg Siege
Shermans description highlights Fort Sedgwick and Fort Hell on the Jerusalem Plank Road during the Petersburg siege. Named for Maj Gen John Sedgwick, the log and earth forts traded fire while the Army of the Potomac suffered about 57,495 wounded from May to October 1864.
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Petersburg
Fort Hell
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Spottsylvania
Army of the Potomac
Nature Observations and a Prank on Norfolk Reader
A tribute to nature describes a perfect day with blue sky no clouds and green pastures. The writer praises the reader Theodore Roosevelt and humorously critiques a faux nature report while recounting a practical joke on James Goodwin of Norfolk with a straw man in a road prank.
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Lane
Hae
Jimmie
Local Notes From The Light May 22 1890
A Chinaman’s vegetable wagon team ran away on Houston street, halted by Otto Rock of the Mahncke hotel. Theo H Banks returns from Porfirio Díaz Mexico. F M McCaleb editor of the Carrizo Javelin spent a week here. cattle and crops in his area are fine. Fire directors plan a May 30 celebration. Thad Smith and deputies toil at night recording deeds. Southern Pacific officials McQueenery and Lyons recoveries. Swiss House thefts. rain halts outdoor work. Harn of Austin preparing to buy Mullaly residence. Schuetzen Verein prize shoot Sunday. Cavanaugh of Company I shows at M C A ball. Kerrville Sheriff Moore visits. Shook returns from Fort Worth. Weiss returns from Laredo.
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Mahncke Hotel
Theo. H. Banks
Porfirio Diaz
Mexico
F. M. McCaleb
Carrizo Javelin
Federal Court
Board of Fire Directors
Thad Smith
McQueeney
Southern Pacific
Charles Lyons
Harwood
What’s the Use of That in Uncle Walt’s Rants
A satirical monologue by Uncle Walt Goepyngat notes the futility of gossip, social ridicule, and grouchy blame. The speaker mocks discussing Vital Topics, bragging of guile, and roasting monopolists, ending that “whatever is, is wrong” with little real friendship or purpose.
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Simpson
Mrs. Quigway
Old Wrigler
Thomas Cat
Mystery Explosions and Prank Snake Spooks South Presa
Observant crowds report a late night prank using a bicycle inner tube as a makeshift snake near Hot Wells and Exposition Park. Police investigated a prior unexplained explosion in the southwestern city area and a second similar blast occurred about 9 PM with no clear origin. The incidents remain shrouded in mystery.
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Exposition Park
Philadelphia dentists donate 5000 toothbrushes to schoolchildren
Dentists in Philadelphia distribute 5000 toothbrushes to local schoolchildren. The note ponders the value of a toothbrush to clean a baseball hit into Denver, reflecting a light civic tone amid Republican references.
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Denver
In Time of Peace Calls for Warship Focus
Quoted remarks from Lewis Nixon urging attention to battleships over peace banquets. The Pittsburgh Dispatch notes the shift in business seriousness toward military strength. A western woman criticizes war citing scarce men, while suffragists and socialists are imagined to join to abolish war.
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Lewis Nixon
Nixon
Pittsburg Dispatch
Houston Chronicle
King George Crowned In Style Aboard Victory Parade
Washington Herald notes the crowning of King George in a grand, well staged ceremony with prominent figures including Whitelaw Reid John Hays Hammond and General Greeley all cited among the observers and guests.
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Whitelaw Reid
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Republican lawmaker Ridicules baseball probe plan
Representative Rodenberg, a Republican, proposed a sarcastic resolution to investigate baseball, and the Rochester Union and Advertiser Newspapers warned he should watch himself for opposition, joking that he is more clown than congressman.
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Ringling Brothers
Rochester Union and Advertiser
Remarkable Republicans in New York Offer Resignations
Democratic politicians cite two notable Republicans in New York Marcus Braun Port Warden of New York City and William Cary Sanger State Commissioner in Lunacy of Sangerfield who told Governor Dix they could resign anytime Braun has two years left and Sanger five.
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Marcus Braun
New York City
William Cary Sanger
Sangerfield
Dix
Braun
Sanger
New York Sun
Congress Hears Debate On Free Wool Listing
The Syracuse Herald notes Congress weighs removing duties on raw wool, with Wall Street favoring a freely traded clip. The piece frames the issue as long debated and tied to practicalities of cloth and commerce.
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Wall Street
Syracuse Herald
Sure a Heavenly Sight Gates Ajar
The Boston Herald reports New York observes an opening or shift described as a heavenly sight with the gates ajar after divorce proceedings.
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New York
Boston Herald
President's Rebuke Praised Despite Reciprocity Debate
The country will applaud the president's rebuke to those who threatened him, the Buffalo Express notes, regardless of differing views on reciprocity.
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Buffalo Express
Protectionists Contacted on Wool Trade in Knoxville
Fragmentary Knoxville Sentinel note references protectionists and wool trade tensions, with stray phrases about raw wool and turpentine on wounds. No clear events, dates, or named individuals are readable. The snippet suggests a trade or policy discussion rather than a full report.
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Knoxville "Sentinel
Port Rider Reflects After Narrow Loss
In the Providence Journal style a veteran athlete named Don Port reflects on a hard fought contest that tested his resolve and left him briefly short of expectations but proud of effort and character despite the final score.
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Providence Journal
And a Weak One in Politics Sparks Controversy
The Pittsburg Dispatch reports a heated political moment with critique of reciprocity and annexation tactics, describing unfairness in current political maneuvers and controversial calls to act against opponents.
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Pittsburg
Press Philosophies at the Top of the Page
A brief editorial quip from the Philadelphia Press notes the habit of starting at the top and working downward, reflecting on newspaper hierarchy and priorities. The comment underscores the drive to secure prominent positions and influence in print media.
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Philadelphia ‘Press
Trenton Man Finally Joins His Desserts After 80 Years
A Trenton man who ate pie twice a day for eight decades has finally given up his desserts. The anecdote fills years of local chatter as neighbors recall the steady ritual and the shift now ending.
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Trenton
Washington Herald
Wilson apologizes to Princeton graduates
The Baltimore Star notes Woodrow Wilson apologizes to Princeton graduates for views on referendum and recall, hoping the apology will not be widely accepted.
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Woodrow “Wilson
Princeton
Baltimore Star
Right in the Neck but Washington Post notes consumer duty
A brief reader remark notes ongoing consumer tax or duty concerns in Washington with a blunt phrase about burden on buyers. The writer points to a national policy issue reflected in the Washington Post.
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