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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1914
Page
8
Poslam Soap will do more to improve your skin than you ever thought a soap could. Medicated with Poslam it exerts healing effects with every cleansing. Prevents roughness beautifies complexions and unexcelled for shampooing purifies the scalp discourages dandruff brings health to hair. Sold by all druggists everywhere large size 25 cents toilet size 15 cents.
Rail timetable from Harrisburg to Winchester Martinsburg Harrstown Chattercburg Carlisle and Mechansburg with multiple morning and afternoon departures. Additional Carlisle trips listed with various times. Printed by H Riddle and J H Tonge officials.
Dauphin Electrical Supplies Company at 434 Market Street showcases the latest electrical appliances. Flat irons wash machines vacuum cleaners and other devices promise to relieve household drudgery and make the bride’s new home truly modern.
Advertisement outlines painting services for homes or tall buildings with a history since 1881. Mentions Mechanics Bank and the Telegraph buildings as examples of client facilities. Indicates location on Berry Street with a $10 straw offer.
An automotive insurance advertisement promotes Essick Aetna coverage with sales pitches about quick decisions and customer happiness. It contrasts a happy buyer who bought the policy with a buyer who did not and regrets missing out.
The will of Harris C. Fahnestock filed in New York details about 540000 in public bequests from an estate over 1,000,000. He died June 4 at 457 Madison Avenue. Major gifts go to Charity Organization Society Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor Presbyterian Hospital St Luke's Hospital and the Post Graduate Medical School and Hospital.
Senator Penrose warned at Fairhill Baptist Church that the Underwood tariff bill would trigger a 1894 56 style industrial downturn. He said loss to U S trade would outpace Mexico's, urging swift legislation to restore equitable tariffs for American workers and manufacturers.
Secretary Bryan conferred with President Wilson on Mexican mediation and sent a telegram to the Niagara delegates about the scope of the proposed provisional government. Officials indicated the aim is a leadership acceptable to the revolutionary faction and not a retreat from mediation goals.
Washington June 15 The Telegraph reports Rep M Clyde Kelly of Pittsburgh urges settling objections to George W Perkins as Progressive leader He says the party must not stand for a principle governing trusts that voters will not accept J Willis Hulings Pennsylvania Progressive Congressman says trusts are regulated and he does not wish to join the controversy Amos Pinchot to raise the issue at the Pennsylvania party conference in Pittsburgh on June 30.
A compilation of local ads featuring Dennison's crepe paper for wedding and home decorations, Butternut and Holsum bread from Schmidt's bakery, Keystone Supply electric fans at reduced cost, Alexander Leather belts pulleys by E. Mather Co, Columbus Cafe noon luncheons, Schmidt florist bridal bouquets, Harris architectural textiles, B. B. Drum canning supplies, and Miller Non-skid tires from Sterling Auto Tire Co.
Sons of Veterans gather at Camp Selinsgrove Pennsylvania for drills led by Captains after a formal opening. Major Paul Smyser leads the Sixth Regiment in day one exercises as participants level uncut grain in a wheat field. An afternoon business session is planned. Eva M. Fishinger dies at 11 from hemorrhage. inquest set. Jennie M. Bixler Glaut dies after lingering illness. funeral Wednesday. Frank Weakley Glenn dies of heart disease. funeral tomorrow. Traffic disrupted by a Progress car derailment on Market near Fourth. Two fires reported. chimney smoke attributed to hot water heating. Fort Hunter hotel sale in progress. license transfer sought. Crowds cheer as flags arrive at Capitol Park. First Defenders honored. Samuel Vogel, 60, loses left arm after being struck by engine near Mifflin. admitted to Harrisburg Hospital.
An advertisement touts Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for women's health issues and notes June as a month of commencements and weddings with gift ideas. It lists reliable watches and silverware from W R Atkinson and details handmade smocked dresses and children's wear from Marianne Kinder Markt.
Democratic leaders fear revenue shortfalls after McAdoo predicts a 30 million surplus, with Panama Canal payments excluded. Weeks cites weak trade, labor tensions, and voter anxiety as party critics warn of missteps from Wilson's administration and looming elections. Bromley denounces local option plank as Governor candidates clash with the party line.
The piece reports internal clashes within the Philadelphia Democratic scene as George A. Werner and Howard Jones challenge McCormick backed by Palmer leadership. Bromley presses a revolt slogan after Northampton’s committee rebuked the state platform, signaling a broad internal challenge ahead of key elections.
Chicago June 15 The nominating committee slate for the General Federation of Women's Clubs was led by Mrs. Percy V. Pennybacker the current president who was to be offered a second term. Mrs Samuel B Sneath of Tiffin Ohio was named to succeed Mrs L L Blankenburg of Philadelphia who had served two terms as first vice president.
In Senigallia on the Adriatic, rioters set fire to the Cathedral the Church of Peace and the Church of the Holy Cross after dousing doors with petroleum stolen from a shop.
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