Lieut exposes San Antonio Express fake special telegrams
The Lieut proves the Express published material from the New York World as special telegrams on October 7 and shows copies of the World circulating in San Antonio a week earlier. It offers to provide advance World news in its editorial rooms for readers who want pre published content, before the Express releases it.
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San Antonio Express
New York World
Express
San Antonio
Liht
Licut
The
San Antonio Urged to Expand City Improvements
The article compares San Antonio’s current projects with actions in other U S cities as examples of municipal growth. It notes Pittsburg Buffalo Cleveland New York New York California and Seattle investing billions in streets subways roads and terrain changes to attract winter tourists and elevate each city’s status.
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San Antonio
Texas
United States
Pittsburg
Buffalo
Cleveland
New York City
Pennsylvania
San Francisco
Seattle
Los Angeles
San Diego and San Antonio Push Harbor Projects for Panama Trade
The text notes San Diego builds piers and dredges its harbor to prepare for Panama canal commerce, while San Antonio cannot match eastern cities in spending but must pursue similar improvements to remain a major southwestern city. It emphasizes a shared spirit of robust local development to attract future trade and growth.
Flinn Quay and Roosevelt in Progressive Critique
The piece critiques the Progressive party and Boss Flinn's ties to Senator Quay mentioning a "gold brick" boast. It recalls Colonel Roosevelt’s 1904 pledge against a second term and contrasts party aims with political tactics in states eyeing electors for Roosevelt. The argument labels the Bull Moose reforms as virtue while warning of pledge-breaking and power plays.
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Progressive Party
Senate
William Flinn
Pittsburg
Senator Quay
Flinn
Boss Flinn
Roosevelt
California
South Dakota
Nebraska
Pennsylvania
Oregon
Kansas
Bismarck
Republic
High Cost of Living Echoes in Canal Zone Report
The Canal Record from Panama claims prices are cheaper in the Canal Zone than in the United States, noting most goods are U S shipped, especially meats. The piece mocks Republican campaign rhetoric about inflation, imagining a utopian place near Old Glory with abundant low prices amid a desert of dire forecasts.
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Canal Record
Panama
United States
Canal Zone
Canal Zone commerce cited as evidence of nonprofitable government retailing
The passage argues there is no tariff on meats and produce in the Canal Zone and that American firms supply commodities competing for government contracts. It notes the government runs a large store selling at fair valuation, not for profit, and emphasizes that Canal Zone prices are lower than in the mainland despite transport costs. It also dismisses foreign outlet excuses and highlights cooperation over profit.
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Canal Territory
Canal Zone
Uncle Sam
United States
Central America
French Still Supreme at International Commerce Congress in Boston
At the congress, French remained the world lingua franca as delegates from non Anglo Saxon nations spoke it fluently while English speakers relied on their own language. The gathering rejected Esperanto, showing that French endures due to history and culture, not artificial design.
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International Congress of Chambers of Commerce
Boston
Orient
la Langue Diplomatique du Monde
Mose the Ignant Niggah Tries to Trade Lawyers for a Witness
The Kansas City Journal recounts Uncle Mose, a habitual petty thief, facing grand larceny trial. He asks to swap his lawyers for a witness, claiming ignorance and attempting to bargain with the judge.
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Mose
Kansas City Journal
Jones
Brown
Moser
Jedge
Torpedo ruse nets a shoreward haul and daring bargain
In a tale from Light's Daily, "Sly" Shane recounts a scheme using a dummy torpedo found with play props. He lures boatmen to pay for tips on a pretend treasure, boasted of stealing it from a cave, and pockets cash before a sudden capture by the crew.
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Theatre Royal
Mulboro
Bob Keymer
Marine
High Street
Fatty
Oller
Gabbitt
Mr. Shane
Sly
Shane
Bo’sun
Bo'sun
Harper Publications Boost New Books And Editions
Harper Brothers announce this week new titles and illustrations including Mark Twain A Biography in three volumes by Albert Bigelow Paine and The Yates Pride by Mary E E Winkins Freeman. Current Literature October reviews world affairs and theater with articles on bedbugs plague church mission and Greek lessons plus sketches of Oscar Straus Booths and Princess Zita.
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New Harper Publications
Harper & Brothers
Mark Twain
Albert Bigelow Paine
Mary EE. Winkins Freeman
Caesar's Wife
Margarita Spalding Gerry
the Voice
Margaret Deland
Mary Ellen
Eleanor Hoyt Brainerd
Miss Moonlight
Onota Watanna
Paul Rundel
Will N. Ha
Current Literature
Panama
Nicaragua
Eugene Walter
United States
Richard Middleton
Oscar Straus
Zita
Austria-Hungary
Sly and Bo'sun Clash in Salty Encounter at Sea
A stretch of salt water separates Sly from dry land as the bo'sun taunts him with a battle worn boast. He recalls a past betrayal and vows not to forget, while Sly remains silent as the confrontation lingers.
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Sly
Hi Johnson Sparks Fear With Fireside Rhetoric
In Atlanta, Hi Johnson proclaims the country is afire whenever he lights a match, claiming incendiary rhetoric to spur public alarm and rally support. The episode underscores a pattern of provocative, self-styled warnings used to gain attention.
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Hi Johnson
Atlanta Constitution
Job Hedges Seeks HumanBE ing Vote Uniting NY World
A historical note hints at Job Hedges courting the human being vote to sway New York World support, claiming the idea could win if he can unite the audience. The line hints at a political strategy tied to a major newspaper.
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New York World
Americans in Mexico Praise US Policy Letter
An unsigned letter from a American living in Mexico lauds The Light editorial on protections for Americans abroad. The writer says U S government support is lacking but hopes public opinion will push for stronger protection regardless of birthplace.
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Mexico
Informart
United States
Army crime and alcohol debate letters from Captain Valentine
Captain W S Valentine of the U S Army disputes Doctor Maus's claim that nearly all army crimes stem from alcohol. He argues visible causes include sudden anger and restraint, and notes only a small proportion of soldiers are undesirables. He praises recruiting parties and urges temperance without harsh assertions.
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Fort MclIntosh
Tex
Doctor Maus
W. S. Valentine
Ambition Question in Army Ranks Mentioned by Post-Standard
The Syracuse Post-Standard quotes a colonel downplaying any royal ambitions while suggesting a rival seeks top rank, noting a tension between a joker and the ace in the pack. The exchange hints at internal power dynamics without detailing a concrete event.
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Joker
Syracuse Post- Standard
There Is the Booby Prize Taft Boasts Of Victory
Taft expresses confidence in winning but warns it depends on what he expects to win, as noted by the Baltimore Sun.
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Taft
Baltimore Sun
Road improvement trip ends with revolver threat near Marble Falls
San Antonio delegation led by D. E. Colp faced a frightening incident on the Fredericksburg road en route to a road rally. A farmer leveled a long barreled revolver at their car and ordered them off the road. In Boerne County Judge A. W. Lawhon chided the travelers for not calling the sheriff sooner.
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Salvation of Souls
Marble Falls
San Antonio
D. E. Colp
Highway Division of
The
Chamber of Commerce
Fredericksburg
Leon Springs
A. W. Lawhon
Tobin
Worries Linked to Arteriosclerosis Say Boston Doctor
Dr. Herbert C. Clapp of Boston argues worry causes arteriosclerosis, noting age alone does not harden arteries. He cites autopsy cases and cites Thomas Barr of England as example, stating old age does not guarantee arterial disease and excess brain work, overeating, and strain raise blood pressure. The piece also mentions buttermilk and cottage cheese as aids, observed in Indianapolis markets.
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Herbert C. Clapp
Boston
New York Medical Record
Thomas Barr
England
Harvey
Clapp
Boston Globe
Ioam
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