Hearst Papers list of political reforms and plans
A compilation of proposals including a Washington ideal of peaceful diplomacy, proportional Senate representation, separate defense departments under a national secretary, federal literacy drive, January presidential inaugurations, a federal sales tax to cut other taxes, a thirteen month year with Saturday holidays, the Nicaragua Canal, West Indies acquisition as debt payment, selective immigration and deportation, and income tax publicity.
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George Washington
United States
Army
Nicaragua Canal
Hearst Papers
English West Indies
Trial at Moscow raises foreign plot claims during broadcast
Eight men plead guilty to plotting the overthrow of the Soviet regime at a Moscow trial broadcast across Russia. They allege French and British officials as co conspirators, while foreign names are kept secret to preserve diplomatic ties. The defendants face the death penalty amid public calls for justice and competing theories about coercion and national interest.
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Moscow
France
England
Russia
Temperature Records Note Frost Forecasts
Temperature records show a 38 degree minimum atop the Alamo National Bank building while nearby at Kelly Field the thermometer dropped to 28 degrees. Differences arise from instrument shelter locations, affecting readings in city centers and influencing official frost forecasts.
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Weather Bureau
Alamo National Bank
Kelly Field
San Antonio
Thad W Smith Remembered As San Antonio Public Figure
San Antonio mourns Thad W. Smith a longtime public servant known for old school office holding, scholarly attainments, abstemious life, and steadfast public service. The late figure is praised for cultural attainments and a simple, principled life that left a lasting impact on the community.
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Thad W. Smith
San Antonio
Wordsworth
Correction on a ghost and jazz conductor tale
An English songwriter and jazz conductor recounts fear while conducting a ghost said to be sent by Richard Wagner to warn him off jazz. The piece questions the ghostly tale, suggesting instead that a jazz orchestra frightened a ghost, pitting music against myth.
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Richard Wagner
St. Vitus
Eye Hazards From Industrial Work Eye Hazards Report Urges Safety Upgrades
A National Safety council and the Society for the Prevention of Blindness report highlights eye injuries in 1926 27 across 14 162 cases saved from serious injury. It urges mandatory protective gear and safer machinery at industrial plants to prevent blindness and reduce workers misery and costs.
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National Safety Council and
Tonal Society For the Prevention of
Esea
I Jury
Fotal
Auteor
Fist of Airs Industrial Planta
Ptesus
Buch Aurveya
Lbic
Newepsper
Bervice, Inc
Texas Trails and the old boy on the boss at Floronia
A reminiscence of aging cowboys, local lore in Floronia, and an outpost economic tour. J F Clark of Luling recalls the daily horse routine of his father, the old trail driver, while noting surrounding town development. The piece surveys Flatonia Lumber Company growth, the Central Power and Light operation, local business figures like Albrecht and Willow Johnson, and changes in the rural Texas townscape with colorful character sketches.
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Cabal Tero
J. F. Clark
Luling
A. F. Clark
San Antonio
Dee
bin Dai
Bly
Palare
Duat
Floronia
Sear
Old Town
Brenry Miller
Magnus Ferpen
Ed Arpin
Tom McCoamon
The
Flatonia Lumber Company
Albrecht
A. W
Willow Johnson
Henry Miller
Beau Brummel
K.P. Hall
Sta
Weex
E. B. Gene
W. O. Gartace
Regulac
Photographic Giants and Frontier Letters Stir Local Wanderings
Veteran San Antonio photographer carries a Zane Grey penned letter and a large check from Grey for frontier day photos. The scene hints at a glamorous past and questions why a writer of Grey’s stature still pens letters by hand while staffers manage affairs.
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Old Manese
San Antonio
Zane Grey
Welder
Zang
Grey
Rose
Tralla
Incama Tex Sourcen
Three Milwaukee youths kill father in defense of mother
A harsh tale recounts three boys in Milwaukee this year who killed their father in defense of their mother. Gustave Tietz and Joseph Owens are named. William Philips was given 14 years at Waupon. The narrative depicts a grieving mother, a frightened young man, and critiques how maternal cowardice and sentimentality shape violent family tragedy.
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Micwaukee
Gustave Tietz
Joseph Owens
William Phillips
Waupon
Willie
Wanouo
Eversons
Do You Know The Brackenridge Park Mystery Collection
Do You Know reveals a claim that the United States second largest collection of something named mler néare is housed in Brackenridge Park’s barless bear pita, a detail presented as a local curiosity about the park’s unusual exhibit.
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United States
Brackenridge Park
Waahington
Gapltil
Washington
Whose Fault Is It Elsie Robinson
A lyrical, controversial piece argues about blame for suffering and social cruelty, depicting a mother figure reacting to fear and abuse. It questions gendered weakness, the cycles of hate, and how cruelty is passed from parent to child.
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Mother
At the Dressmaking Salon I Lose My Nerve for Glory
A first person reminiscence describes visiting a dressmaking salon where flirtatious saleswomen, witty men, and a gaudy display of gowns create a chaotic, brandished perfume scented scene. The narrator, eager to be agreeable, endures improvised chit chat, stares at dazzling prices, and narrowly escapes embarrassment amid bustling attendants and airy fittings.
MARRY GO ROUND In Washington by Helen Rowland
A 1904 essay on Washington life contrasts bachelors and married couples in the capital. The piece celebrates the city as romantic yet argues most men depart for careers, returning only with families, while noting the city hosts many married men and ordinary scenic afternoons in parks.
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Helen Rowland
Way to Prosperity Seen by Coolidge
Northampton readers react toCalvin Coolidge in a letter to the editor arguing that public spending for temporary trade boosts is wasteful. The writer urges direct action by people to relieve distress, noting households already bear heavy taxes and that prosperity rests with citizens rather than government.
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Coolidge
Banka
Dora Pol
Dielress
Calvin Coolidge
San Antonio
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Copeland
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Dikom
Rustomers
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Trafle
Kesty
Elsie Robinson
Missouri
California
Los Angeles
Arizona
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Department Alers
Anne
Fuston
Jack the Peipers
Parilen
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Omeldorff
McNeught Bro
Q. O. Mclntyre
Gallipolis
Ohio
Geery Racialux
Meta
Amos
Andy
Toman
Congress
Wauhington
Washinglton
Dushing
Erary
King Poaturan
Northampton
Light
Quincy Adams
Koijure
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