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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1912
Page
25
A reflective piece argues true success comes from inner qualities rather than external trappings. It cites vanity about money and dress, urges distinguishing substance from appearance, and shares a tale of a woman who overcomes poverty by embracing inner dignity and accepting a friends invitation.
In Bedford Ohio women await a surprise from John D Rockefeller after his gas order. On a later visit he unveils paper vests as a gift claiming protection against bills and noting he wears one himself.
Read today's ad offering free theater tickets to The Old Homestead. Details likely include eligibility and how to claim while supplies last.
A California company seeks many small investors to gain community influence. Offers all cash or flexible terms with 10 percent down and monthly payments, examples include 40 shares for 50 dollars or 400 shares for 500 dollars, with mail reservations allowed until 8 p.m. Monday. Funds may be returned if stock sells out.
A vivid tale recalls O'Reilly and his band in a border patrol camp near Sonora. A reporter nicknamed Scoop races to publish first about a phantom filibuster and a vast force of 329 men with 10 000 rounds of ammunition to cross the border.
Washington reports a navy shortfall of about 5100 men against a 52000 man target. Congress boosted enlisted strength by 4000, but the service must enlist or re-enlist about 20000 this year to reach the end of June goal. Recruits face strict enlistment standards and pay rises with each reenlistment, with training in trades and clerical work to advance toward warrant grades up to 2500 dollars annually.
Philadelphia Rapid Transit tests women conductors on pay-as-you-enter cars. Two Market Street sellers were reassigned as conductors. The conductor sits in a cage and handles fares and receipts, with electric switches removing the need for motormen assistance. The aim is to reduce labor and streamline operation. A British battle cruiser named Lion is reported to cost $10,500,000.
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