San Antonio Light celebrates long running newspaper
The San Antonio Light announces its status as a historic daily and Sunday morning paper with exclusive Associated Press wire service. It lists circulation figures for October 1911 verified by circulation manager Harvey L. Steele and notary John J. Wahl. The notice covers subscription rates, delivery guidance, and office contact details.
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Associated Press
Tip Light Publishing Co
Charles &. Diehl
Harrison JL. Beach
San Antonio
Texas
S. OG. Beckwith
Representatives
New York
Tribune
Chicago
Helenae
United States
Merver
Steele
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San Antonio Light
Harvey L. Steele
John J. Wahl
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Mills of the Gods Tested in Chicago Packers Trial
After nine years government efforts bring leading U S packers to trial in Chicago for restraint of trade. The case traces endless motions and appeals while meat prices rise, questioning if justice will grind finely or slowly.
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Chicago
Carter
United States District Court
Where Socialism Fails and the Human Factor
A historical critique argues that social economy aligns with socialist theory yet misses the human element essential to real-world use. It contrasts Marxian production theory with political economy and questions the readiness of people to embrace socialism, noting fear of communism and the value of individual sacrifice.
Packers Conspiracy Trial Faces Serious Food Price Elevation Claims
The article argues for harsh penalties if packers are found guilty of conspiring to raise food prices. It cites nine years of investigation, fleeing employees, and deliberate delays as indicators of guilt while refraining from pre-judgment about innocence or guilt.
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United States Court
United States
Debate on Independence and Socialism’s Morality
The writer contrasts independence with socialism, arguing that material ambition cannot be fully replaced by moral principles. They question whether socialism can eliminate poverty and, if so, what civilization its aims would sustain, urging clarity on its final goal and social direction.
Our Good Points on English Literature and Its Merit
The piece defends English literature against claims of decadence, noting a shift from form to spirit. It praises truth, fresh observation, and humanitarian views in modern writing while urging appreciation of merit beyond popular best sellers. It urges courage to value airy nothings with real impact and to give modern work a fair chance.
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Despond
Spain
Not to the Sherman Law But Its Enforcement
A brief editorial note argues that big business objects not to the Sherman Law itself but to its enforcement, noting the press has made the position unmistakable. The remark reflects tension between law and regulatory action as viewed in Indianapolis commentary.
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Indianapolis News
Mr Yatt Visits Pittsburg More Often Than Any President
The Pittsburg Gazette notes Mr Yatt has made more visits to Pittsburg than any other president, emphasizing his frequent travel prior to his public engagements.
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Yatt
Pittsburg
Show Novelty Shines at Plaza Theater This Week
The Plaza bill features Charmion the athletic standout and a mix of acts praised for musical dance and comedy. Hanson Bijou Stewart Sisters and Olympic Trio headline a balanced program with strong violin piano and singing, drawing standing room only crowds and premium matinee seats.
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Plaza Theater
Charmion
Venus de Milo
Anthony Comstock
Hanson
Bijou
Miss Hanson
Stewart Sisters
Lillian Sisters
San Antonio
Ben ‘Smith
Sezah
Marvin's Dynamic Band at the Royal Delivers Mixed Act
The Royal stage features Marvin's Dynamic band performing with two convincing mechanical musicians and graphoPhone music. Mr. Marvin imitates notable band leaders while the O'Neil Sisters sing and dance. Lester and Moore offer eccentric comedy and Major O Laughlin headlines a lightning gun manipulation act. Truehart La Valle Trio also appears in a western comedy playlet.
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the Royal
Owever
O'Neil
Lester
Moore
Major O’laughlin
Truehart, la Valle
As Others View It Question of Second Term Does
Boston Globe notes the third term question is unlikely for Mr. Talt. The piece frames how observers view a potential second term and suggests uncertainty around the political path.
He Got More'n He Wanted
Nobody but president aft has to go away from home to get all of the politics he wants, the Los Angeles Times notes in a clipped editorial remark.
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Aft
Los Angeles
Dr Cook Sees Widespread Corruption in Denmark
In the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Dr. Cook voices a belief that significant corruption exists in Denmark, signaling deep concerns about governance and integrity. The remark reflects a broader critical stance on Danish affairs.
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Dr. Cook
Denmark
Memphis
Knew When Not to Start It Suit Filed After Baseball Default
One day after baseball abandoned the center stage a suit against the Steel Trust was filed. The Indianapolis News questions if the timing was mere coincidence.
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Steel Trust
Indianapolis News
Taft Named Bricklayer After Steel Trust Show
The Baltimore Sun notes Taft was made a bricklayer immediately after proving to the Steel Trust that he could throw a brick.
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Taft
Steel Trust
Baltimore Sun
Pronunciation note on new Chinese envoy Sze
The Baltimore Sun clarifies the correct pronunciation of S. Alfred Sze the new Chinese minister to the United States. The name is pronounced Sze.
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United States
S. Alfred Sze
Sze
Baltimore Sun
Can't Keep a Good Aviator Up
A Milwaukee Sentinel item notes the Wright machine can hover but aviators will devise new ways to tumble and challenge stability amid evolving flight tech.
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Milwaukee Sentinel
Bound for 40 000 Waste Baskets Speech Campaign
Insurgent headquarters sent out forty thousand speeches in a single week as part of a mobilization effort. The Denver Republican notes the scale of the propaganda campaign.
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Denver Republican
Taft Says College Yells Uncivilized for Civilized Life
President Taft declares that college yells are unnecessary in civilized life, sparking debate on campus traditions and student expressions in the era.
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Taft
Baltimore American
Proves It Pays to Persevere in Quest for Golden Girl
In his pursuit of the golden girl, Poet Le Gallienne has already found three. The Baltimore Sun notes the ongoing chase and the author’s persistent search across encounters and possibilities.
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le Gallienne
Baltimore Sun
Missouri Ex-Governor Folk pushes presidential primary
Former Missouri governor and political figure Folk urges holding a presidential primary in Missouri as reported by the Birmingham Age-Herald, outlining support and potential impact on party processes.
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Folk
Missouri
Birmingham Age-Herald
Senator Gore predicts a Democratic victory next year
Oklahoma Senator Gore tells Los Angeles Times he expects a Democratic win in the coming year, signaling party optimism despite current political headwinds.
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Gore
Oklahoma
Los Angeles Times
Woodrow Wilson Clubs Multiply Across the Nation
The Memphis News-Scimitar reports Woodrow Wilson clubs expanding nationwide as student and alumni groups organize chapters to promote civic engagement and support for the president's policies.
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Woodrow Wilson
Memphis News-Scimitar
Poems and Rivers Quiz in a 19th Century Mirror
A fragmentary poem sequence quotes Will Carleton and Ethel Talbot from Harper's Weekly about wings, greed, and rebellion against airborne vanity. It blends a bird myth with moral critique and ends with a list of world river lengths across Missouri Mississippi Amazon Volga Yangtze Nile Murray and Darling.
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Echoes
Will Carleton
Harper's Weekly
Ethel Talbot
World
Missouri
Mississippi
Amazon
Volga
Yangtse
Nile
Murray
Darling
Observant Citizen Comment on Beggars at Fair Grounds
A San Antonian voices concern about beggars near the fair grounds gate. He says some beggars follow fairs and charge hardship on attendees, noting a blind man with a ragged daughter and questioning charity practices and fair management.
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Fair Grounds
Fairgrounds
San Antonio
Elephant in camp shows quick escape after lamp blast
A tiger hunting party in India experiences a perilous moment when a charging elephant breaches a tent door. The hunters improvise as the beast lifts the roof with its head. A man grabs a lamp and hurls it, scorching the elephant and causing it to retreat, sparing the group from likely harm.
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Harper’s Weekly
India
The Manchu Dynasty and the Pigtail Badge
A recounting of the 1644 Manchu rise to power ending Ming rule, the conquest of Peking, and the imposition of the cue or pigtail. It notes Chinese subordination, shifts in loyalty, and the enduring pride of the cue among laundry workers, with a call for modernization and the shedding of outdated superstitions.
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Shun-Che
China
Leoon- Tung
Peking
Sttun-Che
John
Cathay
Supreme court appointments as a Taft avocation
The Memphis Commercial Appeal notes a view that Supreme Court appointments are treated as a Taft era avocation.
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Supreme Court
Taft
Mempis Commercial Appeal
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