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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1908

Page

2

Antonio Light Publishing Co Inc Ban Allenton?

The item notes the public listing for the Antonio Light Publishing Co Incorporated, referencing corporate status and formal designation.

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Subscribers Notice on Paper Delivery Addresses

A subscriber notice requests subscribers to report address changes and delivery irregularities by contacting the office, providing new addresses and phone number for updated delivery.

Publisher's Notice on Payments to Authorized Collectors

Lodgers and readers are urged to pay money only to regular authorized collectors. Do not pay carriers, as errors may occur.

Frankness Needed Toward Fair in San Antonio

A local call urges frank debate over a failing fair in San Antonio radius. Merchants and citizens blamed for lack of success, urging honest self assessment, public discussion, and radical changes to salvage the enterprise and protect Southwest Texas interests. The piece notes foresters warn in fires and questions Consul Ornelas’ resignation rationale.

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Light's automobile party tour boosts railroad bond drive

The Light's party tours the country from San Antonio to Brownsville, receiving cordial welcomes at every stop. Crowds subscribe to bonuses valuing the road, with Dieasanion locals pledging $20,000 and the Business Club promising an additional $20,000 to fund the project.

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Southwest Texas movement stirs towns and counties

Campbellton and Oakville pledged funds totaling about 42,700 to strengthen regional ties while communities along a party route request arrival dates for meetings. Voter apathy touches San Antonio, with a democratic rally lacking on prohibition and calls for audit reforms in state institutions amid curiosity about Roosevelt and Taft remarks.

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Transformation of Peking Reflected in New York Globe’s Lens

A New York Globe essay compares Peking’s transformation to its late 19th century self, noting the city’s evolving world power role, shifts in governance, and the broader regional impact. It contrasts Harbin’s railway growth and Manchuria’s influence withGhima’s sovereignty and dynastic roots, highlighting visible changes in the capital.

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Pointed Paragraphs in Chicago News

A compact set of observations on social manners and risk, noting men’s varying commitment to tasks, judging by appearance, and how grief and honesty color perceptions. The piece muses on happiness among married couples and the impact of prudent choices on outcomes.

Reflections of a Bachelor in New York Press

Fragmented reflections critique wealth and marriage with scattered, humorous observations. The piece contrasts social pretensions with personal doubt, noting how money and fashion influence relationships and perceptions of commitment.

Oct 19 in History Summary of Events and Astronomical Notes

On October 19 events include Lord Cornwallis surrendering to George Washington at Yorktown Virginia and the Cedar Creek battle in 1864. Notable deaths listed are Frenry Kirk White, born 1785, and Rear Admiral Francis Bunce born 1888 in Hartford Connecticut. Astronomical data notes rise times for Bunseta, moon phase and distance, and Neptune appearing stationary.

Lord Cornwallis George Washington Yorktown Frenry Kirk White Battle of Cedar Creek Francis Bf. Bunce U.S. X Hartford Conn

San Antonio Crema­tion Societ y plans meeting and awards

The Cremation Society invites stockholders to Krisch's hall next Monday night to report on affairs and outline future plans. A gold medal honors J Earnest Smith for heroism on Brigay October 4 1887. Rewards total about 5400 with state and Southern Pacific among supporters. The Russian Hosa company may join Seguin fire tournament. The 19th infantry band will arrive from Fort Clark next week. About 3000 bales of cotton have moved from Cuero to San Antonio via Aransas Pass. Joseph Courand and Charles Scheidemantel are in the city from Castroville staying at the Mahucke.

Krisch’s Messenger Smith Paso J. Earnest Smith Brigay Smith Southern Pacific Hosa Company Seguin Fire Company San Antonio Fort Clark Aransas Pass Cuero San’ Antonio Joseph Courand Charles Scheidermantel Castroville Mahucke

Strange Zoo Tale of Tiny Zebra Among Straw

Zoo keeper spots a miniature zebra-like creature tucked in loose straw beneath the South American tapir enclosure. The sight, amid gossip about Mrs. Tapir’s recent widowhood, startled staff as the odd pig-dog sized animal moved within the straw.

Tapirs Birth at Tronx Park Sparks Veterinary Notice

At Tronx Park a newborn tapir prompted veterinary confirmation that the species remains rare in captivity. The vet praised the foal after a formal birth record was prepared, noting the animal’s future appearance will brighten once its gums shed the newborn shine. The article also mentions Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for rheumatism.

Tronx Park

Fragmented verse about a woman’s corsetry and strength

A quirky dialogue argues about corsetry with a speaker praising the dame’s strength and resilience. The lines imply a critique of tight lacing while noting the woman’s apparent vitality and defiant stance against social expectations.

Improved Labor Conditions Due to Publicity

Charles W. Fairbanks notes notable progress in labor conditions over recent years driven by labor organizations and widespread public education. He credits discussion and cooperation with shifting views from agitators to recognized reforms improving safety, sanitation, and protections for workers.

Industrial Training Gaps in Public Schools

Industrial training is不足 in public schools warns Andrew Draper of New York State. He argues that long school periods and rich instruction fail to connect education with actual industry, leaving wage earners with limited opportunities and risking national strength and prosperity. The system is described as uneven, one sided, and insufficient at its base.

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Compulsory Voting Urged to Stop Political Graft

Congressman H Loudenslager of New Jersey argues neglect by voters fuels graft in politics. He contends many fail to vote in primaries, allowing inferior citizens to shape public life, and calls for compulsory voting for all eligible citizens to achieve clean politics.

American Girl Not to Blame for International Marriage Failure

Booth Tarrington argues that international marriages between wealthy American women and foreign nobles often fail. He blames socially ambitious American mothers who push daughters toward foreign titles for status, noting rare exceptions where love prevails and warning the glamour of prestige masks deeper issues.

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