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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1901
Page
2
The Republican reports ex Governors press interview defending state finances. He argues a $4.5 million treasury balance existed after November 1898, while omitting that $5.5 million owed to public schools in June would have wiped out the surplus.
The letter urges Chairman Creasy to publicly credit Frank G. Harris for a stricter anti oleo bill passed by the legislature on Governor Stone’s appeal and butter makers' demands. It notes Harris as the Republican candidate for State treasurer and asserts protection for Pennsylvania dairy interests originated with a Quay legislature.
The Republican State Convention in Harrisburg was the shortest on record lasting under ninety minutes. Unopposed nominations were made unanimously with Hon. W. P. Potter for Supreme Judge and Hon. Frank G. Harris for State Treasurer. The platform denounces yellow journalism and endorses Potter and Harris for November victory.
An Ez column argues against abandoning Protective tariffs. It cites Britain's shift to Free Trade, noting a decline in industrial supremacy after fifty years, and warns the U S not to repeat that era under Mr. Babcock of Wisconsin.
A coroner's inquest into a boating accident on Lake Roger near Hagerstown Maryland found that Frank Reinhart wilfully rocked a frail boat, causing its capsize and the drowning of Miss Mary Finifrock of York. The verdict condemned the act as wilful and felonious.
The writer argues that a jury is unlikely to convict on murder as there was no intent to kill. They hope for some punishment despite deeming the offender more an idiot than a criminal, calling fools who rock the boat worthy of punishment.
For the first six months, 126 railways report gross earnings of 623 million dollars, up 10.5 percent from 1900, while net earnings reach 195.6 million dollars, up 14.9 percent from the prior year. The gains continue a long pattern of improvement since 1896.
Morrisburg August 17 Republicans in Pennsylvania report harmony and an aggressive campaign stance at the state convention. They praise unanimous nominations William P. Potter for supreme bench and Frank G. Harris for state treasurer. The platform pledges pro growth policy and open combat with the Democrats, highlighting McKinley prosperity and national strength.
The acratic party laments its past record and urges voters to overlook previous state ruin while praising Governor William A. Stone for eliminating a multi million dollar deficit and restoring credit. It commends the late legislature's laws and honors U S Senators M S Quay and Boise Penrose for protecting Pennsylvania’s material interests.
Bar ny Case of Espy Pa writes to the snake editor about heavy snake overrun in Espy and Columbia County. He recalls finding his lost Ingersoll watch in a watermelon, and describes a bear defended by 400 snakes near a black walnut tree, with locals frightened observers.
Barney Case recounts a violent end for a large bear after a fight with a hunter club and a fatal snake attack scene on a mountain. Local men Bismarck and Griffiths tally 213 dead snakes near the bear while a mounted specimen is displayed at Hess's hotel. A prank involving a racer snake targets Sam Vandergraft at Lightstreet crossing, ending with his humorous escape. The letter notes German carp gathering for winter fuel as regional news.
A local advert invites customers to send a card or bring goods to a shop offering job printing and letter press services at moderate prices with disp.
Owen W Cherington administrator announces sale of several parcels in Mill Grove Roaring Creek township. Properties include tracts bounded by public roads near Mill Grove and the Methodist Church. Purchasers pay bonds and mortgages. one half purchase money secured for widow’s dower. payments expected within one year after confirmation. N U Funke attorney. Aug. 14.
A joint resolution proposes amendments to Pennsylvania’s constitution. It adds registration controls to voting and limits registration rules to cities with uniform standards, detailing elector qualifications and uniform election laws. The true copy is certified by Secretary Griest.
The text argues copper mines yield the safest, most profitable mining investments as depth expands ore veins, claiming copper shares provide larger, lasting gains. It urges readers to consider a company’s properties as a prudent, long term investment opportunity.
A prospectus describes a group of four copper properties along a vast vein from Butte to Jerome. It highlights depths, ore values from surface tests up to 12 percent copper and $20 per ton gold, with projected profits in the tens of millions and low cost production, all in Rio Arriba county New Mexico near Colorado.
The company promotes shares at one dollar each for development funds and equipment to reach a dividend basis. With 200 000 shares, net earnings of 200 000 dollars would yield a one dollar dividend per share, requiring only moderate development. Wm H Ashton, mining expert and director, offers further information at the company office for prospective buyers.
Evening hours extend to 8 o clock with a weekend sale of fabrics and notions. The ad promotes 14 yd oil cloth, Oak curtain poles, Lancaster Gingham, dress shields, lace, and dress goods with prices marked as low as 13 4c per yd. Bargains compare 18c yd items dropping to 13 4c. Children’s knitted under waists offered at 1 33 4c each.
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