Withdrawal of Walnut street bridge petition shifts state city role
The city withdraws its petition for the Walnut street bridge before the Public Service Commission. Governor Brumbaugh vows to block the project and supports an ornamental State street viaduct to better fit Capitol Park plans, while Hoard and Manning weigh practical approaches.
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Warren H. Manning
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Death of Hugo Munsterberg Shocks American Intellectuals
Renowned Harvard psychologist Hugo Munsterberg dies suddenly, leaving a void in defense of Central Powers views in the United States. His work stirred sharp criticism yet he advocated postwar realignment among the United States England and Germany for lasting peace. The piece notes his loyalty to Germany and complex reception by critics.
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England
Germany
Pennsylvanian political rift over speaker race and probes
The piece outlines a volatile struggle in Pennsylvania's politics as Governor Brumbaugh's choice for speaker triggers rival claims and talk of drastic legislative changes. Senators Penrose Ware and others push for probes into state departments while Baldwin and Cox factions wage a factionsal battle, with implications for 1918 and control of hospital appropriations and the veto process.
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Healer of Tots and Faithful Covenant in Harrisburg
A physician narrator recalls healing the poor free of charge in a town filled with sorrow and hope. The tale recounts a divine calling to care for children and the needy, culminating in a vow to feed my sheep and serve with renewed strength. Harrisburg November 27 1916. Baltimore Evening Sun. Lights in Helmets describes London police helmets with a top electric beacon for pedestrian safety.
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Scientific American
London
Pitcairn Island: A Sinless South Sea Utopia
Pitcairn Island in the Pacific, home to 160 descendants of the Bounty mutineers, is described as a religious, literate community with no alcohol or tobacco. The islanders rely on fishing and fruit, work three days weekly on roads, and seek a schooner to trade for clothing. Emily McCoy, a Pitcairn descendant, studied nursing in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
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Our Daily Laugh Hobo Breezes Through Open Fireplace Jest
Hobo jokes about enjoying a warm open fireplace in the cool weather. The playful line captures lighthearted humor amid chilly days.
Harrisburg unions and library boosts Boys reading drive
An observer notes Harrisburg’s strong unions across rail, building trades, barbers and stage hands. The Harrisburg Public Library displays Christmas book lists via Boy Scouts Library Commission, boosting sales of boys books. Governor Brumbaugh congratulates Thomas M. Jones on Civil War drummer boy recognition. An Ananias appears in the eastern sky and Major John M McCourt leaves the National Guard. The legislature will convene in two weeks with annual New Year sessions noted since 1875.
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Congress
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Juniata Valley
Blair
Thomas
Thelder Jones
York
Jim
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Besseme
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Cam Brumbaugh
Texas
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Allenton
McCourt
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Notable Locals and Officials Highlight City News
Col P C Boyle of the Oil City Derrick raises paper prices to match other dailies. John Thider, Philadelphia Housing assoc secretary, is known here after recent New York work. James Scarlet, former Capitol probet, now leads brewers suits defense in Pittsburgh federal court. Gus Luckenbill, Schuylkill Haven weather forecaster, predicts another storm at Christmas without goosebone use.
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Pittsburgh
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Schuylkil Haven
Harrisburg steel used in Chicago buildings
Historic Harrisburg notes that Harrisburg steel was used in early Chicago buildings. It recalls that Harrisburg produced some of the first color printing in the country.
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Letters to the Editor Complains of Car Service
Hill residents complain that Reservoir Park line service is very poor with three cars on a line and four on rush days. Delays leave passengers waiting 20 minutes or more for a car. A reader suggests sending Reservoir Park cars back to maintain regular schedules and silence complaints.
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