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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1919
Page
4
Be thankful and pay your pet tax now
The note urges immediate payment of a pet tax and landmarks renewal of a subscription amid rising print paper costs and shortages. It laments apparent excess in Sunday editions by large dailies and magazines while urging timely renewal to avoid price increases.
Railroad men threaten new strike amid steel and miner unrest
The steel and miner strikes remain unsettled while railroad workers threaten to strike. Uncle Sam views Mexico as a spoiled child needing a spanking, predicting action unless Carranza moderates his tone soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Mexico
Carranza
Texas Women and Poll Tax Receipts Decline
A Texas note asserts women show no interest in voting, claiming poll tax receipts from women are not increasing and that women do not want to participate in elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Carranza Refuses Release of American Counsel in Puebla
Old Mexican leader Carranza declines to release American counsel Jenkins jailed in Puebla and hints at lessons in international law. Wilful stance suggests intervention may be needed to shift his position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carranza
Jenkins
Puebla
Wilson
Demand for immediate reparations from Mexico in strong terms
The speaker urges no hesitation or mediation in the quarrel with Mexico asserting grievances are understood and reparations long demanded should be paid promptly to preserve national respect among first-class nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Government to force mine resumption with 14 percent raise
The U S Government orders resumption of mine operations with a 14 percent wage increase and calls for volunteers at various mines. Volunteers are promised protection by government troops. The move prompts questions about potential consequences of the agitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Too Many Holidays Crowding Work Days in Yoakum Note
A Yoakum Herald letter argues holidays crowd the calendar, estimating sleep 122 days yearly and 52 Sundays plus 14 holidays totaling 310 days, leaving about 55 days to work and urging fewer government and public celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yoakum Herald
Shiner Adopts War Savings Stamp Fraud Prevention Ordinance
The city of Shiner passes an ordinance prohibiting purchase and sale of United States War Savings and Thrift Stamps by non government representatives. Violations carry a misdemeanor charge with fines from ten to five hundred dollars per offense. A reward of five dollars may be paid for evidence leading to conviction. The text notes 1919 enactment by Mayor E. Runk and Secretary J. M. Canon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States War Savings
United States
Congress
Secretary of the
Treasury
E. Runk
J. M. Canon
Homes for sale in Shiner and Hast End Addition
Miller offers two improved homes near Shiner one on an acre and another on two lots plus two and a half blocks in Hast End Addition. Prices described as a sacrifice with terms offered.
Editorial Siftings and Political Quips
A digest of quotes from Senator Kellogg on the League of Nations and U S domestic control, with snippets from Prohibition era wit and Mexico US tension. The items note party strategizing, potential presidential contention, and looming Texas gubernatorial speculation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kellogg
Minnesota
League of Nations
United States
Virginia publishers seek smaller papers amid print shortage
Richmond Virginia newspaper publishers met and adopted resolutions calling for a reduction in newspaper size due to a severe shortage of news print. They announced the situation had become so acute that many papers faced suspending publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Virginia
Another Murder in Mexico Sparks Outcry and Inaction
The Houston Post criticizes U S response to American deaths in Mexico arguing powerful American groups influence Washington to avoid action. It contends complacent elites value privilege over citizens safety and flag honor as outrages continue unaddressed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
United States
Eyes of the World at the Opers House
A performance titled Eyes of the World was scheduled at the Opers House on Monday December 29. The listing notes a nighttime show with local audience attention and a venue presentation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Opers House
Clothes Economy Cleaning and Dyeing in Shiner Texas
J. W. Schindler offers cleaning and dyeing services for both Gents and Ladies in Shiner Texas. Our process restores garments that are soil stained or faded and extends their service life for months. Special attention is given to Ladies garments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Schindler
Shiner
Texas
Louisiana
Matagorda
Ludendorff Faces Bernstorff Testimony Start
The first day of Von Ludendorff testimony included a sharp rebuke as Hoe called Von Bernstorff a liar. The remark is seen as likely to strike a responsive chord with the American public while the German official’s veracity is questioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von Ludendorff
von Bernstorff
von Bernstroff
San Antonio
Notice of Sale of Automobile in Shiner Texas
Mechanics and materialmen claim a 1912 Maxwell Roadster owned by A L Gordon of Dallas county Texas for 144.41 due over 70 days. After twenty days from November 20 1919 the car will be exhibited near the Depot in Shiner Texas for sale to pay the charges with surplus to rightful owner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Gordon
Dallas County
Texas
Shiner
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DEVOE
Cr. L. Williams
Shiner, Texas
Ludendorf
Bernstorff
State OF Texas
County
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Sanitarium
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O. G. Blohm
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Shiner Hardware Co
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