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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1914
Page
9
Telegraph Printing Co. issues daily newspaper notices from the Telegraph Building at Federal Square. J Stackpole serves as president and treasurer, R. Oyster as secretary, and M. Steinmetz as managing editor. Publication occurs every evening except Sunday.
A political column critiques President Wilson’s stance on business opposition and alleged conspiracies as it recalls the Pennsylvania Capitol ceremony placing old regimental standards in the rotunda. The piece contrasts public opinion with the administration’s actions and recalls Flag Day 1914 significance.
The passage outlines forming a party committee and holding elections for chairman and officers. It emphasizes grassroots control by rank and file Republicans and notes that active participation or candidacy depends on individual support and popularity.
The piece discusses the state wide primary law with calls for expense limits and faster returns. It notes delays in counties like Philadelphia and Allegheny, the three week window for state committees, and recounts separate city events including flag transfer ceremonies at Capitol Park and notes on a car conductor delaying departures until all fares are collected.
The Rev. Dr. M. J. Crane marked his silver jubilee in Philadelphia. The Rev. C. W. Tinsley of Uniontown laid the cornerstone of a new church, claimed as the oldest Western Pennsylvania Methodist congregation. The Rev. Dr. Maitland Alexander announced 600 new church members in Pittsburgh in a year. General F. J. Kress invites western Boys’ Brigade to camp on June 27. Ex-Attorney General W. S. Kirkpatrick elected president pro tempo of Lafayette.
The New York Sun discusses whether federal regulatory action or administrative decrees will come first to calm a harassed republic. It questions who might strike first against the political conspirators and hints at notable figures like Oscar W. Underwood.
Editorial comment from the Altoona Gazette notes a Daukin County Court decision claims bologna sausage uses trim mings. The piece urges Carlisle Sentinel readers to cooperate with Carlisle officials to back the State convention for Poor directors in October, expecting 200 to 300 attendees and broad public interest.
A reflective line attributed to Froude prompts readers to consider that happiness is not the sole aim of life. The quote emphasizes broader purpose beyond personal joy.
Harrisburg Republican leaders plan a June 20 rally at Wyeth building to launch campaign efforts. Congressman Kreider and Henry Houck, both seeking re election, are invited to attend unless prior engagements prevent them from being in the city.
A student parrots a proverb about cleanliness and questions why swimming on Sunday is seen as wrong. The remark touches on school culture and religious observance, prompting discussion among teachers and students about traditions and behavior.
Political Sidelights note turmoil in the Philadelphia Democratic committee with threats of expulsion. Herr Moeslein is called the only peaceful figure among the Democrats as factions clash over national policies and party finances. The York postmastership remains unsettled and state Chairman Morris delays finance committee action, implying the party may operate without funds this year.
The narrator compares patient fishing for bass and salmon to a simple weekend plan. He vows to buy three ten cent rods with hooks and lines for a creek outing with his two kids to catch sunnies. The piece contrasts costly gear for expert sport with a modest family fishing experience.
June 14 dispatch reports Wheeler with cavalry seized six grain cars at Calhoun along the Chattanooga line and cut telegraph wires. June 10 to 13, General Hunter with Crook and Averell moved from Staunton and destroyed over three million dollars of Rebel property including cloth factories a boot and shoe works and foundries.
Fifty years ago today in Harrisburg the Telegraph reports lax enforcement of the dog law with many canines at large without muzzles under the city ordinance. Also notes the formation of Cameron Zouaves with Captain Jacob Poole and lieutenants Russel Murray and William Peters, O. &., Thomas Burnside.
The piece argues direct primaries hinder honest politics and favor wealth, citing tests from states and party convention issues. It also notes rising U.S. imports, especially woolen cloths and silk, with sharp percentages, claiming domestic producers suffer as foreign goods erode American industry.
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