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Washington Letter on Sunday work and floods in 1889
The Washington letter discusses John Wannamaker's Sunday work plan for post offices and the risk of mixing church and state. It also covers the Conemaugh flood relief in Pennsylvania, detailing sizable donations, public meetings, and broad community generosity in Washington. It notes a political shift at the General Land Office and local Paw Paw rabbits damaging gardens at night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
John
Wannamaker
Post Office Department
Pennsylvania
Washington
Conemaugh Valley
Johnstown