San Antonio Light Circulation Note 1911 Statement
The San Antonio Light issues a 1911 circulation statement for October, certifying net paid daily circulation totals. Harvey L. Steele, circulation manager, swears to accuracy before Notary Public John J. Wahl. The notice lists subscription terms and sale locations for the newspaper in Texas and beyond.
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San Antonio
Harvey L. Steele
The
San Antonio Light
Harveyl. Steele
John J. Wahl
Notary Public
Bexar Co
Tex
Arming for Peace and the Panama Canal Zone Fortifications
A historical column mocks pacifist rhetoric while detailing U S fortifications on the Panama Canal Zone and Britain's response by strengthening Jamaica’s Kingston defenses. It notes General Sir Ian Hamilton's review and critiques the arbitration treaty with Great Britain as belated and hypocritical.
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Ncle Sam
John Bull
Uncle Sam
Panaman
Brother Johnathan
Canal Zone
Great Britain
Kingston
Jamaica
Ian Hamilton
Bermuda
Caribbean
United States
Tait
Ate
West End residents demand proper paving procedures in Zarzamora street dispute
A West End letter to Tue Licur argues residents have funded city improvements for years yet received inadequate returns. It claims paving Zarzamora Street was done irregularly by city officials, not via proper council order or appropriation, and calls for lawful procedures and fair street upgrades prioritizing business districts.
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West End
Zarzamora Street
Zarramora Street
Licut
San Antonio
Tue Licur
City of
Zarramora
Two Standards in International Peace Tactics
The text critiques Philander C Knox and the era of gradual disarmament. It argues that Britain strengthens Caribbean fortifications while Uncle Sam could be drawn into conflict. It portrays great power diplomacy as a game that fools no one and exposes politicians as hypocritical.
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Philander C. Knox
Great Britain
Caribbean
Uncle Sam
Kingston
Bahamas
Objection to Zar Zamora Street paving funds questioned
Citizens protest the handling of Zar Zamora Street paving money arguing the expenditure was improper not the pavement itself. They accuse the city administration of pushing through an unvetted appropriation without a legal order or valid inquiry, urging proper investigation before approval.
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Zarzamora
West End
Is France Dying A Debated Population Decline Vision
A Philadelphia Inquirer excerpt claims French depopulation driven by economic factors rather than immorality. It argues births are far below deaths, predicts a population loss by year end, and contrasts France with Germany, warning of racial extinction if trends persist. It cites 1910 births vs deaths and freights a cautious thesis on future demographic fate.
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France
Germany
German Empire
Plaza theater week features top operatic duo and comedy acts
The Plaza stage presents the Celli operatic singers with Bizet and Lucia highlights, Elizabeth Celli and Antonio Rascona praised for voice and tone. Gregoria Elmina dazzle as The Furniture Tusslers with a risky couch balance. The Duchess, Miss Ethel McDonough and three acts by Queen Mab Marco Twins and Art Raphael round out a strong bill.
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Plaza Theater
Celli
Bizet
Carmen
Antonio Rascona
Gregoria
Elmina
Tusslers
Beatrice Ingram
Ethel McDonough
Marco Twins
Queen Mab
Weiss
Art Raphael
The Royal bill shines at the weekly circus show
The Royal offers a well balanced act lineup with clever animal performances by Milo's cats and monkeys. Jenny performs many tricks including a boxing bout between a cat and a small monkey. Lewis and Bell, trapeze and clown acts, draw applause along with ventriloquist Lewood and sketches by Nick Long, Idalene Cotton, and Mr ng. Harry Murphy adds songs and local jokes. A moving picture ends the program.
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Royal
the Royal
Milo
Jenny
Lewis
Bell
Miss Lewis
Lewoods
Nick Long
Idalene Cotton
Miss Cotton
Mr. Ng
Harry Murphy
Dog Rushes Growler at Durkin Bar
Spokane readers hear a Humane Officer's stance on a black and white spaniel that delivers beer orders at a lower Howard Street saloon. The dog, serving its master, carries a pail or notes to obtain drinks while the owner lives nearby. Officer Rudersdorf sees no reason to bar a well behaved dog from the saloon.
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Spokane Spokesman-Review
Rudersdorf
Durkin Bar
Lower
Howard Street
Where Is Great Jeopardy The Sailor Seeks A Mediterranean Port
In a northern seaport a wealthy illiterate ship owner studies a captain's letter about a severe storm. He hopes to locate a place called Great Jeopardy referenced in the Mediterranean using his atlas and a magnifying glass, questioning its real-world position.
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Mediterranean
Letter to the Editor on tree care and parasites
In a letter to the editor the writer corrects a prior account about moss on city trees and urges removal of mistletoe as a serious tree threat. He explains mosses feed from decaying tissue and air moisture, while mistletoe can kill branches and invite fungus and borers.
Political hearsay on Taft and Taft women support
Compilation of quotes from multiple papers showing division over President Taft in 1912. Mentions Uncle Joe, Kipling’s remark on Caine, and reactions in Atlanta and Philadelphia about Taft’s stance on women.
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Uncle Joe
Taft
Atlanta Journal
Kipling
Caine
Philadelphia Telegraph
Walter Wellman Weighs China or Tripoli Trip
The Birmingham Age Herald notes Walter Wellman hesitates between China and Tripoli for a likely grand journey. If he aims to chronicle major events, China beckons as the preferred destination.
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Walter Wellman
China
Tripoli
Birmingham Age Herald
Taft Registered as Lawyer Reflects View on Presidency
Mr Taft registered as a lawyer and seems to treat the presidency not as a business. The Memphis Commercial Appeal comments on his stance and choice of profession in relation to his office.
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Taft
United States
Memphis Commercial Appeal
Taft's Cow Swing Sparks Two Gold Medals
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat notes that two gold medals were awarded as a reward for President Taft's cow performing a swing around the circle and that the president offered no explanation.
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Taft
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Buffalo Bill Rumors Fuel Surprise Quit Rumors
Milwaukee News notes skepticism as rumors spread that Buffalo Bill plans to quit the limelight and retire from public life, while many doubt a man will give up a popular role and the attention that comes with it.
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Buffalo Bill
Milwaukee News
Wu Ting Fang Interference May Hurt Insurance Credibility
A Washington Star quote warns that Wu Ting-Fang's continued interference in Chinese politics could undermine his credibility with life insurance agents regarding his claimed 200 year life expectancy.
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Wu Ting-Fang
Washington Star
Democratic presidential booms seen as recreation by critics
The Philadelphia Press notes some political efforts around the Democratic presidential campaign appear to be more for show than substance, suggesting aims may be image driven rather than to achieve tangible gains.
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Philadelphia Press
A Regular Pipe Dream by Mr Martin Littleton
Mr Littleton offers reflective thoughts on federal incorporation as reported by the New York World. The column presents extended musings on national policy and constitutional questions.
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Martin Littleton
New York World
Tariff Speeches Highlight Sherman Image in $7 Suit
The Pittsburg Sun notes that Vice President Sherman uses tariff speeches to draw attention, though the choice of a seven dollar suit emphasizes his focus on image rather than appearance.
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Sherman
Pittsburg
Wisconsin Lives in Lean Years Without Elections
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes that in Wisconsin people face hardship when no senatorial election is held. The piece explores what residents do for a living during lean periods and reflects on political engagement and economic strain.
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Wisconsin
Philadelphia Inquirer
Disease and Its Cure
An article on eczema describing its nature inflammatory skin disease. It covers internal and external causes and notes scratching heat cold friction acids and poisons as contributors. Treatment varies by case with internal remedies local applications and antiseptic powders.
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Eddy Woitf
Taxing Bachelors in Reuss Moves to Higher Income Tax
The Reuss diet in rural Germany southeast of Thuringia passed a resolution to raise state income tax by six percent on incomes between 150 and 4 pounds and ten percent on incomes over 300 pounds. Unmarried sons over twenty nine face the new levy. the twelve member diet approved the plan by seven to five. The proposal, touted as a form of imperial taxation by Emperor William, targets bachelors.
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London Times
Reuss
Germany
Thuringian
William
Hon. Champ Clark Speech Sparks Raucous Reaction
The New Sun reports that Champ Clark’s remarks provoked loud crowd reaction, with cries urging restraint and continued remarks despite calls to hush. The scene emphasizes Clark’s persistent public speaking and the crowd’s demand for commentary.
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Phonograph
Champ Clark
Sper
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