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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1914
Page
10
Mediators press for armistice terms with the Constitutionalists as Carranza and Zubarán relay notes. Constitutionalists reject an armistice without clear peace terms, while plans for a provisional government and representation in cabinets emerge amid ongoing U.S. mediation efforts.
Associated Press reports from Niagara Falls Ontario that the United States will not require Mexico to pay war indemnity. The note signals ongoing postwar settlement terms and diplomatic stance in June.
McCarrell and Steele received sentences for stealing a diamond ring and forging a $150 check. Steele admitted prior prison time in Lycoming county and explained how he forged O F Bakers name from a $1.50 check. A court audience member reacted as Steele faced sentence.
Dispatches indicate a decision on rail rate increases will be handed down by June 20. The plan reportedly favors a three percent net rise for railroads with higher boosts on selected steel copper sugar nails rubber and farm cargoes, sparking market expectations.
Harrisburg and Enola sides show first groups to go after 4 pm and 4:15 pm, with lists of engineers firemen conductors flagmen and brakemen for each crew and division. Reading Division adds a 3 am start with East bound trains and a long roster of personnel across multiple roles.
Chicago June 9 delegates arrive for the General Federation of Women's Clubs biennial conference. The endorsement of women suffrage dominates informal talks as suffrage factions push for a resolution. Rumors of an official endorsement are denied but intensify discussions among leaders and members.
Nominations decided by drawing lots in the state capital include Leister winning prohibition in the Eighth district and Rambo, Edwards, and Preitzer securing party nominations. In Danville a new state hospital trustee is named. Borough Council of Steelton approves paving projects, sets a 9.5 mills tax rate, and allocates funds for sewer work and hose house upgrades amid a sweltering meeting.
The seventh biennial convention of the United Brethren East Pennsylvania Conference Branch of Christian Endeavor will be held June 16 to 18 at Oberlin United Brethren Church. Bishop Weekley will preach the convention sermon and deliver the annual address. Delegates from Lebanon, Harrisburg, Hershey, Parkesburg and other towns are expected.
The Dauphin county court decision upholding the 1913 act clears the way for the State Highway Department to begin immediate repairs. Governor Tener and Commissioner Bigelow expect prompt work across the state with funds from automobile licenses aiding highway improvements and aim to have roads in first class condition before summer.
A large gathering led by C R Lantz Lebanon district commander and 350 color bearers will observe with 125 schoolchildren singing. Governor Tener and Senator Martin will attend with Major Moses Veale as orator. Prayers by clergy Boyle and Gance.
Progressive Republican and Democratic national headquarters will open in Chicago within weeks to guide the upcoming congressional campaign. Oscar King Davis will arrive soon to open the Progressive offices, joined by Joseph M. Dixon. Democratic leaders Frank B. Doremus and Thomas J. Pence will oversee the Democratic effort.
Seven hundred Salvation Army delegates led by Miss Eva Booth marched from Army headquarters to the American embassy on Victoria Street in London where Ambassador Walter Hines Page reviewed them. The crowd cheered as bands played the Star Spangled Banner and the delegation received a reception before the congress opens tomorrow.
Attorney William Boyd suffered a badly sprained foot after being struck by an automobile in Philadelphia. George McKune was held for court on nonsupport charges. A First Methodist Church carnival is planned for Friday June 26 in Steelton. St John’s Lutheran Church hosts a strawberry ice cream festival on Thursday evening. Various residents, including Mr and Mrs J E Felker and family, Mrs John Brown and daughter Marie, and others are noted visiting relatives or traveling. Local injuries include John Grauley of the Pennsylvania Steel Works hospital visit after electrical work accident and severe internal strains, and Benjamin Billett injured by heavy tongs in No 1 blooming mill.
Middletown authorities say they solved recent fires by arresting William Gotshall Edward Gotshall and William Voght three youths under 16. They were arraigned before Squire William Kennard and pled guilty held on 200 bail for later court. The blaze mystery remains over Friday night gutting the Young block including Reitzel's grocery. Miss Lena Eby resigns as teacher. brides Miss Eby to Blaine Hatz. Aged Adeline Daugherty dies at 65. funeral Wednesday. Community notes include Odd Fellows lodge sorrow and church delegate selections.
Minneapolis resident Mrs Joseph Aselin describes two years of monthly pains and thinness before using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. After three bottles she resumes housework and regains strength, endorsing the product and inviting inquiries. She notes the company offers confidential advice from women in Lynn Massachusetts.
Do not rely on medicine to cure dyspepsia. Eat substantial plain meals, eat slowly, drink water away from meals, avoid rich foods, and use bisulated magnesia after meals for relief. No artificial digestants needed. moderation and plain food restore normal digestion.
Local druggists at George A. Gorgas advertise Mayr's Wonderful Stomach Remedy for chronic stomach trouble and constipation. The ad promises one dose will convince, calling it the most thorough system cleanser ever sold and notes wide local use.
Local theater promises only first run films, assuring patrons they will see leading productions before other venues at the Victoria. The cinema emphasizes access to top titles and reliable release timing for moviegoers seeking the latest.
The ad promotes bottled soft drinks and juices including ginger ale sarsaparilla root beer grape juice cranberry juice lime juice pineapple juice and Bedford mineral water from Pomeroy Market Square Grocer.
A rapid closing out sale offers Peerless refrigerators at one fourth off. Joseph Goldsmith lists 206 Walnut and 209 Locust streets. Also advertised are motor cars: a five passenger touring car now 1485 from 1785 and a seven passenger touring car 1735 from 2085. Abbott Motor Car Company Factory Branch invites visits at 106-108 South Second street.
A note promotes Finkelsteine at 1320 North Sixth Street for removing a spot from clothing and ensuring suitable attire for social events. It mentions a message service for calls and delivery. CREDIT RULES WORLD offers cash loans with low rates from Pennsylvania Investment Co at 132 Walnut Street.
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