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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1912
Page
4
The San Antonio Light and The San Antonio Gazette are noted with editors Charles B. Diehl and Harrison L. Breach. The paper advises daily and Sunday morning publication with Associated Press wire service. Postal matter indicates second class entry in San Antonio.
A sentiment article argues the United States would intervene in Mexico only if Mexican government cannot protect American lives and property or upon a direct request. It stresses Americans and Mexicans share interests and warns against foreign sovereignty claims.
In Grand Forks North Carolina Colonel Roosevelt declares this is not a one man party but the crowd sees him as central to leadership. The report notes his belief only he can lead and criticizes his egotism as a political flaw.
The piece condemns Roosevelt Taft Hayes Root and Knox as poor leaders. It argues Britain will seek arbitration over the Panama toll matter under the 1908 treaty and warns Taft or Congress must accept or be seen as violating the agreement and harming U S credibility.
The passage argues Roosevelt refused Hadley’s bid for the nomination, declaring it his. It contends his aim to seize control of the Republican Party would form a one man party. It forecasts the Progressive movement lasting beyond the election and the demise of the Third Term faction the day after voting.
The article argues Congress will not submit the Panama tolls case to arbitration, viewing it as surrendering U S sovereignty over coastwise shipping. It asserts the Hay Pauncefote treaty protects national independence, regardless of Hague tribunal deliberations, and warns arbitration could force U S concessions. The piece stresses treaties are dangerous and that the United States will stand by its position.
Arthur May Knapp reflects in Atlantic Monthly on Japan's progress and distinct Ethnic roots, debating whether birthplace affects its acceptance in Western society. He recalls a Tokio theater showing Greek drama elements, comparing it to Harvard productions and noting cultural echoes.
A couple, Helen and George, endure the Bangor disaster memories after a shipwreck, as she prays for George and he hides a cowardly act. In the inquiry his part is seen as cowardice, and Helen endures haunting dreams and guilt. They live with the tragedy’s memory, never fully atoning.
The New York American contemplates whether removing Penrose from the Senate would change political dynamics and empower the colonel to secure election if that issue dominates the debate.
A terse editorial questions Theodore Roosevelt’s bravado and persistence in naming critics, noting many people fear him while suggesting his image may be misleading or exaggerated.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch notes Colonel Roosevelt does not cap contributions from wealthy backers. It cites Perkins Morgan Gary Plynn and the late Mr. Harriman as fellow idealists aligned with his view.
An article advises on keeping hands and nails beautiful for busy women. It covers causes of red hands, remedies for dry rough skin, whitening with lemon, use of creams and dairy products, and flavors of gloves. Tips include chalking dirt, pumice for unwanted hair, and homemade paste for whitened skin.
The essay argues the Mexican middle class may welcome intervention as a path to security, while Americans dread war with a friendly neighbor. It suggests elites misrepresent true sentiment, and that most Mexicans fear or resist armed rebellion, deeming the government a sham. The text ends noting the need for honest Mexican reflection on electoral obligations amid rising unrest.
The New York Evening Mail notes Kennerley will publish a two volume modern American verse anthology titled Lyric Year containing 100 poems chosen from 9100 submissions by 1650 writers. Cash prizes totaling 1000 dollars will go to the top three poems. The writer urges quality over quantity and reflects on Mexican political issues in a separate passage.
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