Sale of bonds upheld amid renewed push by opponents
The city vows continued battle against a bond sale challenge, arguing the suit harms public credit for personal gain. It cites potential appeals to higher courts and urges unity against a few critics, while linking the issue to broader civic progress and property values. The piece then contrasts this with a Russian case accusing a Jew of ritual murder, noting dubious evidence and urging religious tolerance via a New York Episcopal convention resolution.
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San Antonio
Russia
Kieff
Yushinsky
Episcopal Convention
New York
The Ritualistic Murder Rumor in Ancient Rome
A speculative account links Nero’s arson of Rome to incite public anger and deflect blame onto Christians. Rumors claimed Christians sacrificed infants in rites, fueling hysteria and the execution of many adherents over years.
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Nero
Rome
Governor Hooper's Victory in Tennessee Prohibition Fight
Governor Hooper declares success in passing stricter liquor enforcement laws in Tennessee. Critics warn the measures may provoke more evasion and moonshine, arguing the statutes are oppressive and unlikely to make the state truly dry. The piece questions the practical impact and cites shipments limits and county bans as key provisions.
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Ben W. Hooper
Tennessee
Hooper
Tennessee Moves to Banish Saloons and Bootlegging
The state plans abolishment of all saloons and adds bootlegging to its industries. Local option laws are seen as restoring balance by Tennesseans. Governor Hooper's supporters prematurely hail victory as reforms advance.
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Tennessee
Hooper
Huerta threatens Monroe Doctrine as Mexico crisis deepens
The article argues Huerta may act to weaken the Monroe Doctrine if the United States ignores him. It assesses U.S. policy, Britain’s Mexico interests, and Sir Lionel Carden’s move to pressure Washington. It notes a critical turning point in the Mexican crisis with grave developments likely.
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Victoriano Huerta
United States
Huerta
United State
Mexico
Great Britain
Lionel Carden
American Supremacy in Sports Sparks British Challenge
A Philadelphia Public Ledger report notes King George and the Duke of Westminster praising American dominance in sports. The Duke lists events where Americans have seized trophies, from polo to track, and mentions Ouimet defeating Vardon and Ray in golf, with billiards as a potential American lead if Willie Hoppe plays England.
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America
England
George
Duke of Westminster
Great Britain
London
Duke
Ouimet
Vardon
Ray
Willie Hoppe
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Intervention Mercy in Mexican Crisis Cited by Fort Worth Record
The Fort Worth Record argues that President Wilson and Taft show forbearance and reflect American will as guardians of others, stating there is no sovereign Mexico left to defend and that intervention would be a mercy to restore rights.
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Wilson
Taft
Mexico
Fort Worth
Wilsons Philippine Policy Moves Toward Self Government
President Wilson starts shaping Philippine policy by appointing a majority of natives to the Philippine Commission, granting them control of its powers. The appointees are described as prominent and well educated, capable of public affairs, a step toward fulfilling the Democratic platform promise of full self government.
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Wilson
Philippines
Philippine Commission
Congress
Houston
Old Love tale in Stubley Parva ends with a windfall
In Stubley Parva a telegram triggers a village drama as Jim Migley returns to find Millie Rogers now married with twins. Migley hides a scheme while Mr Blodd helps. a dinner reveals Migley’s clever money moves and plans, leaving Bladd furious and Rogers trapped in jealousy.
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Stubley Parva
Miss Yates
Bradbury
Mille Wrench
Jim Migley
Sam Rogers
Mr. Bladd
Mr. Rogers
Mrs. Rogers
Millie Wrench
Mr. Blodd
James Migley
Blodd
Mr. Migley
Miss Millie Wrench
Rogers
Jim
Vickers
Missis
League of Texas Municipalities to Meet in Austin
The League of Texas Municipalities will convene in Austin on November 4. It grows from the University of Texas Bureau of Municipal Reference and Research, headed by Dr. Herman G. James. Mayors of larger Texas cities and city attorneys are expected. membership is open to all incorporated towns.
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Waco Times-Herald
League of Texas
Austin
Bureau of Municipal Reference
University of Texas
Herman G. James
University
Texas
League
Wooldridge
Ith
Dr. James
Bureau Ofunicipal Reference and Research
Plateau of Peru Indians and Global Population Factoids
A traveler describes a high Andean plateau housing a unique Peruvian tribe with distended chests from altitude. They reportedly resist lower elevations, speak their ancient language, and work calmly though drink is common. The text also cites a world population of 1.7 billion, with 580 million white.
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Peru
Letters to The Light Praise Tobin Hill Line Cars
A reader signs as P A Y E and thanks Strap Hanger and The Daily Light for a letter to the editor that spurred improved Tobin Hill line service. The piece notes ride comfort, air brakes, upholstered seating, and a smoother tripper car ride, urging traction heads to recall conditions.
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Tobin Hill
Strap Hanger
A Day in October From the Philadelphia Leader
A nostalgic meditation on autumn and October sunlight, praising the season’s clear skies and fresh air. The piece contrasts urban and rural scenes, celebrates nature’s maturity, and urges joy in the day the Lord hath made rather than mourning summer’s passing.
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Philadelphia
Ancient fishhooks date to 8000 years ago from Swiss lake dwellings
The article notes bronze fishhooks found in Swiss ancient lake dwellings resemble modern hooks with similar curves and barbs and an expanded shank for line attachment. It adds a separate demographic fact stating 3,042,000 unionists live in Germany.
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Switzerland
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San Antonio Light
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the Light
League OF Municipalities
Light
Germany
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