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Newspaper

Harrisburg Telegraph

Location

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1919

Page

2

When God Calls You Be Ready to Go Moody Quote

A D L Moody quote urges believers to respond when God calls and to seek courage from God if lacking it, promising divine help.

D. L. Moody

Harrisburg Foundation urged to manage public bequests

The Harrisburg Telegraph advocates creating a Harrisburg Foundation to channel private estate gifts into public benefaction. It argues such a body would ease distribution duties, fund a natatorium, a community house, public memorials, Donato statuary, and other projects neglected by authorities, while noting recent Memorial Day floral displays.

Harrisburg Telegraph Wnll Harrisburg Foundation

Memorial Day parade links veterans Scouts in Hartisburg

A Hartisburg Memorial Day procession unites Civil War veterans with Boy Scouts in a noble display of service. Scouts march with veterans carrying canteens of water for the heat and embody the motto Be prepared. The scene blends old soldiers from the Sixties with newer fighters from Cuba, Porto Rico, the Philippines, China, and Mexico and those who just returned from France.

Hartisburg Rand Army Cuba Porto Rico Philippines China Mexico France

Patriotism and Americanism in youth demonstrations

By such means is patriotism nurtured and the great traditions of the nation kept alive in hearts that must be kept in tune with the high ideals for which Americanism stands. By all means let the boys have their part in all our patriotic demonstrations.

Next Year Perhaps Parade For Soldiers

Commerce calls off the Fourth of July parade for returned soldiers who are tired of military displays. The piece suggests a future plan for a Harrisburg reunion parade and celebration to honor those who served in World War I, praising a popular demonstration funded by the Chamber of Commerce when the mood shifts.

Harrisburg Germany

Legislature Aims for Early Adjournment by June

The assembly and constituents expect a speedy finish to the session with major items like general appropriations and revenue production to wrap up. After advancing compensation revision and holding firm on woman's suffrage and prohibition, the focus shifts to early adjournment and a publicity push by Harrisburg authorities and local commerce groups. Road signs and a booklet promoting the city are planned within fifty miles.

Assembly Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Harrisburg

Consistency on Violence in Sport Versus Auto Racing

The author condemns inconsistent public morality by comparing bull fights and box matches to automobile races where fatalities occur. He questions why legislators and citizens protest some blood sports but not car racing and urges coherent ethical standards across all forms of sport.

Indianapolis

Pro German Attitude in Pennsylvania Legislature

A Pennsylvania legislative debate on repealing pre war German interest regulations widens as German propaganda resurfaces. The Bolard bill requiring English official advertising passes the House but stalls in the Senate judiciary general committee amid calls to end alien favoring measures.

Pennsylvania Bolard House Judiciary General Committee Senate

Legislative Gridlock in Pennsylvania Faces Midmonth Adjournment

The piece surveys Pennsylvania politics with Senator Boles Penrose's forecast on charter bill delays for Philadelphia. It notes statewide dissatisfaction with the long session, speculation about Attorney General Palmer as a possible presidential contender, and calls for changes to the Philadelphia registration board and police magistrate growth. It highlights local races and court actions on liquor licenses and a mandamus order to Westmoreland judges on license petitions.

United States Boles Penrose General Assembly Philadelphia Philadelphia Press Philadelphia Public Ledger Pennsylvania A. Mitchell Palmer Palmer Bonniwell Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Gazette-Times Sproul Philadelphia Inquirer the Inquirer Inquirer Capitol Registration Board Philadelphia Evening Bulletin The Registration Commission Wallace Chester Reading Eric J. W. Eisenbrown France Theorower Berks County Westmoreland Greensville Westmoreland County John W. McFadden Supreme Court A. D. McConnell D. J. Snyder Alexander G. McConnell Daniel J. Snyder

American Engineers Bridge Rhine In Hour At Coblenz

The Second regiment of engineers at Coblenz bridged the Rhine in one hour, a feat that stunned German observers. Earlier, a German major testified their retreat engineers crossed in four hours using similar material, considered rapid. Two weeks earlier American engineers cut that time in half, setting a new record.

Philadelphia Coblenz Rhine

Profit and Loss in Peace War Weekly Summary

A critical tally argues that six months of diplomacy under President Wilson yields global gains for Britain France Belgium Italy Japan and the League of Nations while the United States loses independence sovereignty and self rule. The piece labels the initiative a risky path and asks if it was worthwhile.

France Alsace Lorraine Sarre Rhine Belgium Italy Italia Adriatic Sea Japan Pacific China Russia Woodrow Wilson League of Nations United States

Terms extended for city council from two to four years

Wilkes Barre Record discusses a legislature change extending council and commissioner terms from two to four years. It notes opinions vary by city and political climate, arguing four years may help or hinder depending on the quality of officials. Voters can influence outcomes by electing capable leaders.

Wilkes-Barre United States

A Sample of Intolerance in Boston Democratic Press

The Scranton Republican cites a Boston party organ claiming the House of Representatives has no role in the League of Nations constitution. It argues the House, as the people’s representative, must know government actions affecting U S interests, noting the Senate holds treaty power.

Scranton Boston House of Representatives League of Nations House State Department Washington United States Senate Aioe Oe

Habsburgs in Swiss asylum at Wartegg chateau life

The article portrays Charles I of Austria and Zita with their family at Wartegg, Staad, Switzerland. It details daily routines, children at play, the simple country life, and their limited access to luxuries, amid exile and modest surroundings. It notes charity from locals and visits by Viennese children, highlighting unity and resilience.

Wartegg Switzerland Charles I of Austria Staad Lake Constance Wartensee Robert I Parma Zita Charles I Othon Adelaide Robert d’Este Chateau Charles Archduke Robert d'Este Archduke Othon Archduke Felix Lucerne Karsenbrock Prince Othon Château Seydl Hofbourg Eckartsau Canton St. Gall Renengal Felix Budapest Francis Joseph Vienna Heiden Rorschach Thal

Japan's Growing Commerce Promises Major Postwar Expansion

The Nation's Business notes Japan's postwar surge in manufacturing and capital. Capital for manufacturing rose from about 14 million in 1914 to 366 million in 1918, with big plans for steamship growth and a surge in shipbuilding capacity from 1 to 145 yards. It highlights Japan's lasting reputation for large undertakings and mentions speculative financial vigor in banks and industries.

Japan Marco Polo

Germans and Wilson legacy questioned by European observers

The piece mocks Count von Brockdorff Rantzau and Count von Bernstorff for deeming Wilson deceptive. It argues German leaders push a myth of victory and peace terms that favor Germany, while acknowledging a need for stronger sanctions than mere promises, citing French insistence on enforceable guarantees.

New York Times Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau America President Wilson Mr. Wilson Count von Bernstorff Bernstorff Brockdorff Germany Tardieu

A GOOD BEGINNING OF CONGRESS UNDER REPUBLICAN LEADERS

The editorial praises the Republican leadership after a hoped for solid organization. Cummins and Gillett hold key posts while Lodge Borah Brandegee and Wadsworth foster harmony. It argues unity and determined reform are needed after six years of incompetence and expresses confidence in public trust.

Household Weekly Congress Cummins Representative Gillett Lodge Borah Brandegee Wadsworth

Victory Loan popularity fuels moderate-mean investor tide

The article notes 12,000,000 subscribers and that nearly 60 percent of the loan, about $2.66 billion, came from buyers with sub-$10,000 subscriptions. It emphasizes broad participation by average savers and small investors rather than big sums.

New York Times

State law requires permits for all public dances in Pennsylvania

A new state act places every public dance under municipal control in three city classes, with admission, coats and hats, and care charges subject to a permit issued by the mayor or designated official. The law affects hundreds of dances, especially in summer parks, and copies are being printed for distribution amid mixed reactions regarding mayoral supervision.

Pennsylvania Capitol Harrisburg

Notable Military and Civic Figures Named in Pittsburgh

General Adelbert Cronkhite, commander of the Blue Ridge division, invited to Pittsburgh as guest. A. H. Smith resigns as eastern railroads regional director to return to New York Central. General W. M. Black, Army Engineers chief, says water transport blocked by railroads. Rev. Dr. J. T. McCrory elected United Presbyterian moderator. General Charles T. Menoher now director of military aeronautics. Bishop J. F. Berry expected to act on Sunday amusements in Philadelphia. Mayor Thomas B. Smith of Philadelphia dislikes duties regulating dances under the new law.

Adelbert Cronkhite Blue Ridge Pittsburgh A. H. Smith New York Central W. M. Black Army Engineers Lancaster J. T. McCrory United Presbyterians Charles T. Menoher Somerset Rainbow Division France J. F. Berry Philadelphia Thomas B. Smith

Harrisburg Pork Products Distributed Across Eastern PA

Historic Harrisburg notes the first capitol building was completed two years after the cornerstone was laid, reflecting early state history and local industry context for Harrisburg’s regional market.

Harrisburg

Treason Talk From the Springfield Union

A Springfield Union piece contemplates the boundary between loyalty and dissent as Hawker's enterprise faces failure, hinting at political risk and public sentiment without detailing specific actions or names.

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