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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1907
Page
2
The passage notes lingering public chatter about hats and theater on ships, calls for new ventures like a bay trust, rising cigarette prices, and a mix of political positions including Bryan’s four term temptation. It also warns of potential regional conflicts in Asia and Asia-Pacific, discusses cotton labor and factory timing, and comments on industrial growth tied to available labor.
The Hartford Times flags anxiety over a naval deployment, fearing provocation of Japan and possible war. It argues the expedition’s true aim is naval drill and preparation, while warning against ammunition shortages and urging public opinion to influence Congress before December actions.
The article critiques democratic politicians for relying on phrases rather than deeds. It argues Jefferson’s and Jackson’s ideals did not secure liberty or union by words, but by actions, noting other parties leverage phrases while the Democratic Party failed to deliver in earlier campaigns.
The passage argues that army recruitment and inspiration came from a Republican administration rather than democracy, framing patriotism and principle as ideals often misapplied. It cites Jefferson and Jackson as influential hosts and preachers, contrasting Democratic forces as mere weather of approved abuses.
The October issue carries Cardinal Gibbons strong disapproval of labor unions strikes and boycotts. He urges workers to avoid strikes and intimidation, defends free purchasing, and promotes arbitration over confrontations. He argues boycotts injure liberty and commerce and cites arbitration as a constructive path to resolve labor disputes.
Mlakessee notes in Octaber Lippincott's advocates military training for boys in schools as a civic duty. It argues the United States relies on volunteer soldiers given the effects of global power and long war history. It cites Spain era service by educated youths and calls for broader educational inclusion of soldiering in curricula.
The Rehnions Times-Dispatch predicts the millennium mood will end the need for the Standard Off as its fines are paid. When millennium arrives there will be no Standard Off, ending the occasion for fighting and resisting.
A fragment from the Louisville Courier-Journal features a dense poem praising beauty and passion. The piece references a female muse described through vivid imagery, including elements of nature and myth, and mentions Nora Harper as a possible author or subject.
Fashion notes recount the return of travelers from Europe showing green alpine hats with green ribbons, a trend inspired by King Edward VII and spreading among Americans aboard the Baltic and Campania. New York hatters fear overreach while gray and neutral hats remain common.
The article surveys teryaites in Central Africa and their rainy season raids on edible nests, then shifts to a Parla beggar claiming philanthropic motives. It traces shifts in English salutations from God be with you to yours truly and lists Gypsy endonyms across lands, ending with a French marriage law change requiring parental consent for those under 30.
In a terse exchange a man quips one wonin is as good as another and a widow counters that one man is as bad as another not worse. The dialogue mirrors social perspectives and hints at shifting attitudes in Chicago discourse.
A large pearl, likely the biggest in the Mississippi river in 25 years, was found this week by clam fisherman Haben Sraia. Weighing about 170 grains and walnut sized, it may be worth 3000 to 4000 dollars. The pearl appeared blue in the shell with a black spot, but experts say the value remains high and the outer surface can be peeled.
Dialogue centers on a Arizona toll house in Bad Dog with a manager and business manager arguing about crowd size. The manager claims a full house while the star notes only about 22 patrons and universal inebriation. The exchange highlights miscount and misrepresentation in a bustling venue.
A New York Times report from Geneva by Tadard describes experiments with a blue light narcotic effect. The researcher asserts that a complete narcotic state could be produced by directing blue electric rays at the human age and omitting daylight, while other light fails to yield the same result.
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