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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1913
Page
4
A directory entry lists Paul Block, Inc with offices at 230 Fifth Avenue New York, Mailers Bidg Chicago, and Tremont Boston. The note specifies three regional addresses for the firm.
The article questions whether the United States issued an ultimatum to Huerta as claimed by the Associated Press. Secretary Bryan denies sending any ultimatum, while commentators note possible misreporting and speculate a future US move. The piece discusses potential consequences for US leverage and Huerta’s standing in Mexico.
A historic article discusses the dream of wireless communication linking Europe Asia and America and notes that a trans Atlantic line is viewed as imminent. It traces the northwest passage ideal to exploratory dreams and observes a corporation moving to establish cross continental wireless links for rapid global reach.
The article argues for a global wireless network linking Alaska and Northeastern Asia with Europe and the Americas. It envisions a large Hawaiian plant, calls the northwest a frontier for exploration, and highlights potential economic ties, cross continental communication, and the spread of peaceful relations through wireless technology.
Bulgarian lieutenant Torkof pursues satisfaction after M. Loti calls Bulgarian soldiery thieves and murderers. Loti refuses a duel claiming the code does not apply to wartime, while French authorities and historians weigh in. Paris reacts as Torkof departs for Paris to press the matter. Loti remains defiant.
Philadelphia's new municipal bonds, increased to 2.2 million dollars, draw eager buyers from four states and many Pennsylvania towns. Half of the issue sold on the first day amid the city’s political intrigue but no litigation is reported.
The piece contrasts Philadelphia and San Antonio, noting San Antonio’s strong growth potential and recent political revival, while Philadelphia is portrayed as corrupt yet a bullish bond market favorite for New York buyers. It argues urban progress transcends party lines and urges emulation of Philadelphia’s development spirit by San Antonio and other cities.
Philadelphia Press notes the Paris chemist Charles Tellier who invented cold storage lived in dire poverty despite his world changing work. Twenty thousand dollars were raised but he refused aid and died poor, prompting questions about luck, fate, and human nature. The piece highlights the irony of a man who saved abundance yet died of hunger.
At a San Antonio session of the United Daughters of the Confederacy a world peace and disarmament resolution was tabled after the group declared it would resist any move to give up the Confederate museum room in the state capitol. The case heads to the Supreme Court as the attorney general filed for a writ of error, while the Daughters press to oust the museum room, arguing the proposal ignores the moment for peace and echoes Patrick Henry on war and peace.
The Del Rio federal court rules fiat money held by officers may be passed over the border to Mexican importers. An appeal is planned, risking further stand-offs with rebel armies in Northern Mexico over payments. The piece argues US harm from sreenbacks and potential confiscation implications.
A student warning from the Austin Daily Item urges punctuality and condemns tardiness and loafing. It describes late arrivals as wasting time, smoking in porticos, and idling in corridors, arguing such behavior erodes interest in study and fosters indifference.
The so called brave Felix Diaz escapes over rooftops and through a consulate rear door to a U S warship. Months earlier he was linked to the assassination of Madero and defying the United States and the world, as noted by the Beaumont Journal.
The editorial notes Governor Cole Blease announces a Senate bid and endorses "good horse racing, chicken fighting and honest poker playing" as his platform. It questions the appeal to tin horns migrating to South Carolina and raises the paradox of him quitting the governorship if elected.
Philippe Dealis, grieving widower and famed European painter, meets Mrs. Simpson who bears a striking resemblance to his late wife Lili. As she schemes to win him, he discovers the ruse when she recreates Lili in her own image, exposing artful manipulation and hollow ambition.
A fashion note describes a black velvet Bob by hat with a pink rose worn by a pretty girl. The piece links its look to a London police helmet with a chin strap and notes the playful resemblance. Mrs Simpson's angry reply ends with a sharp insult and a line about past respect. Dealis has never married.
The Journal of Commerce notes the Interstate Commerce Commission's recent order on express rates and reports the express companies will accept the proposed schedule with minimal changes. It highlights the stake for stockholders and considers the macro effect on private property value and the drift toward government control of rates.
A reader proposes extending Alamo plaza to Houston street with a comfort station and benches, staffed by attendants who could charge for towels and soap. Also noted is a policy on holding multiple public offices and a remark on Li Hung Chang and Berlin smoking bans in cars.
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