Who Is to Blame for Pennsylvania Child Labor Failures
William Draper Lewis argues that Progressive Republicans who became the Washington party blocked a strong child labor bill in 1913. He cites the 1032 pledge to pass such a law, committee drafting, and party endorsements that aided electing candidates who later weakened the measure. He pins responsibility on Crow, McNichol, Ware, and Grundy of Bristol.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Draper Lewis
Pennsylvania
Washington Party
Vprogressalve
Republican
House of Representatives
Senate
Spyder
Sman
Ware
McNichol
Elddren
Sengier Snyder
Cain
Iin Wislins
Toh Gruyds
Searreiy
Iesusleien
Tohaend
Penrose Republicans
Unose
Crow
Mr. Grundy
Bristol
Penrose Film Draws Hisses at Apollo Theater
Philadelphia report describes a matinee showing of a Senator Penrose political film at the Apollo theater on Girard Avenue where mothers hissed the image. The hissings followed by laughter reflected public doubt about Penrose’s record on working children, and theater management may remove the bill. A second note praises good spelling as a credential for stenographers in New York offices.
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Philadelphia
Apollo
Old Street
Girard Avenue
Senator Penrose
Homewood
Penroze
Wfice
New York Sun
Pinchot Holds Record Mass Meeting in Altoo
Campaign notes show Pinchot drawing large crowds in Blair and Cambria counties with sizable receptions in Villages. Supporters of J Benjamin Dimmick organize to back Pinchot against Penrose. Republican tactics target Centre and Clearfield counties to promote Pinchot plan.
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Pinchot
Altoo
J. Benjamin Dimmicka
Teague
Pyenvose
Blair
Cambria
Protect
Penrose
Centre
Clearfield
Stick to Your Own Opinion Opinion Fragment
A fragmented snippet discusses sticking to personal views and echoes agreement or disagreement with others. The text contains garbled phrasing, unclear subjects, and appears to express a preference for individual stance despite external pressure.
Penrose Phantom Voters Won't Have Chance This Year
Philadelphia reports say the Penrose machine faces a reduced turnout as police purge false registrations since Mayor Blankenburg limited police political meddling. Officials anticipate anti Penrose sentiment and expect Penrose to finish behind Taft and Pinchot affiliated factions in the statewide senatorial race.
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Philadelphia
Penrose
Blankenburg
Fang
Blanketburg
Taft
J. Benjamin Dimmick
Pinchot
Adoration and copper-toed wishes in a Trenton family
A juvenile admirer describes his uncle and compares features with a family idol. The piece juxtaposes playful affection with a stray remark about dental attributes in a humorous, old newspaper tone.
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Trenton
London posters showcase famed figures in transit art
A spring poster crop by the London Electric Railway uses grand designs to advertise underground, surface car, and bus services. Features include General Wolfe, Izaak Walton, Dick Turpin, and the oldest inhabitant of Chiselhurst, highlighting England’s historical associations and limited use by American railways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Electric Railway
London
Trafic
General Wolfe
Quebec
Izaak Walton
Dick Turpin
Hounslow Heath
Chisiehurst
United States
Darken Gray Hair With Sage and Sulphur Remedy
Ladies urged to use grandma style Sage and Sulphur mix to restore natural hair color. Ads claim drugstore 50 cent bottle provides even darkening, dandruff relief, and healthier scalp. Also notes a Benefit Supper at Masonic hall for Allen A. M. E. church with price 50 cents and seating for many. Reverend A Q Norton to attend conference. supper runs 5 to 8. Committees listed.
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Wryeth
Masonic Hall
Reeq Street
Allen A. M. E
A. Q. Norton
Rose Williams
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Lee
Bean Lewis
Penrose Machine
Hebuus
Phantom
Utah Light and Railway Company
Atepa
Dee
Avon Club
San Mario
Koban
Ross & Wood Market Street
Crosrfield
Elenberger,Fancy Croceries
Spaceman’s Bakery
West Side
Clearfield Cash Meat Market
Henry Imdorf
Jordan’s
Orth
History In‘london
Jacobson
Reed Street
Lawrence C. Barret
Dimeling Hotel
Spruce St
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