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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1912
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR listing names and prices suggests a newspaper masthead snippet with no clear event, date, or location. The readable items include Charles Diehl and Marrison L. Beach as editors and publishers, followed by scattered numbers possibly pricing or counts, but no coherent story or notice.
The piece argues Hilles engineered Taft’s 384 electoral tally while Wilson 114 and Roosevelt 34 votes, noting inconsistencies in the plan. It discusses Hilles’ fixation on Taft support, predicts Taft gains, and contrasts past results with current expectations amid a broader view of national business and international cooperation.
The first edition of The Nation's Business, the Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America official publication, is issued. It highlights a milestone in national progress and emphasizes the role of business in guiding royal and national affairs.
A El Imparcial editorial in Mexico City rebukes U S press for contempt and anger toward Mexico while downplaying the Zapata rebellion. It argues the Madero era struggles show a nation failing to restore order and warns that without radical steps the cycle of terror may persist, citing escalating violence from Zapata.
The article argues the Mexican government must assert authority over rebels to restore order. It condemns patience with insurgents, urging capital punishment for insurrection and banditry rather than concession. It suggests Madero should prove strength or yield to another leadership to prevent continued chaos.
A New York state committee exposed harsh labor conditions at the Osborne Twine company in Auburn, part of International Harvester, noting crowded rooms, no chairs, low pay, poor ventilation and TB. The piece questions George W. Perkins's alliance with Col Roosevelt, suggesting motives beyond reform.
In Portland Oregon admirers laid a carpet of 17500 roses from the colonel's special car to his automobile. The piece notes missing elements like the censor purple robe and laurel wreath and jokes of captives and dancing girls ahead of his next triumphal entry. Georgie Perkins is urged to hire Ouled Nails.
After Dr Schultze demonstrated a jiu jutsu move allegedly linked to Mrs Szabo's death, authorities quickly obtained a warrant for the suspect charged with the crime. The crude display of force is described as sufficient to prompt action.
Colonel Watterson argues Mr Straus stands as the best hope to impress New York voters aboard Roosevelt's train. He notes Bat Masterson and Catchem Abernathy may not have the same impact. The two colonels agree in their deductions.
A dramatic chase in Tibet unfolds as a snow leopard battles a pack of seventeen wild Tibetan dogs for a musk deer cub. The feline leads the dogs into a cave and outwits a bear, only to collide with a herd of takin as the bear and dog vanish over a cliff.
In a Houston Street restaurant a red tied man bets on a coin flip to score meals. He wins once, loses next day, and walks away after ordering a pie and milk. The proprietor pursues a return bet after two rounds of the luck game.
A 19th century discussion notes snails can live without air and water when sealed in their shells. Spallanzani’s experiments showed life conditions can be removed without ending snail functions, as the common snail retreats into a airtight shell during frosty weather, cutting off air water and nourishment.
Dick Quay at a Chicago hotel discusses a notorious politician worth 11 million dollars and notes he is self made, except for nine coats of whitewash applied by investigating committees, a Washington Star remark.
A narrator recalls trying vegetarianism as a beauty fad at a resort, noting improved skin and eyes but fatigue on tour. A stage manager advises returning to meat during heavy work, with a doctor’s warning that meatless diets can slow work and sap vitality, leading to healthier eating balanced with activity.
The Louisville Courier Journal notes Roosevelt’s speaking tour will carry him through many states and back again, leaving many states uncarried by Colonel Roosevelt as observers discuss the race.
A Washington Post item notes Old General Grosvenor doubts a Republican landslide this year while some claim he isn’t a prophet.
The New York World notes that Wall Street welcomes Oberlin College stock as equal to others and remarks that college money is treated like any other funds in circulation. The piece reflects a view of college investments and market acceptance.
In Chicago society, women host jinx parties aiming to remove bad luck. The item mentions a suggestion for President Taft, reflecting playful social ritual coverage in the Knickerbocker Press.
Kaiser Wilhelm II says his son will be the last German emperor while criticism intensifies toward the Roosevelt era as debates roll through Detroit Free Press commentary.
A Columbia State excerpt discusses Colonel Roosevelt and a paradoxical view that there is some good in the root of all evil, implying irony in political or military stance. The remark reflects observed tensions and rhetoric of the era without graphic detail.
The Atlanta Constitution notes Taft’s quiet campaign strategy, arguing the Republican elephant is too weak to trumpet for victory. The piece frames the party as muted amid internal strains and public doubt.
The Baltimore Sun notes Governor Hiram Johnson’s tendency to speak in a forceful, outspoken manner, highlighting a disposition toward fiery rhetoric and candid public statements.
The excerpt describes the annual spring migration of mutton-birds to New Zealand's southern coastal islands. Thousands of birds form vast, disciplined bands that skim the sea and shore, creating dark, shadowy lines across the water. On headlands observers watch hours of constant movement as the army of birds fills the sky and returns at night.
A Philadelphia Record item notes that Mr Hille’s spellbinders appear tongue tied as the audience responds with quiet, restrained appreciation in a performance setting.
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