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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1915
Page
13
The Harrisburg Planning Commission discussed long range city improvements including river basin work from the dam project and protections of public spaces. The piece praises steady, non sensational work guarding public domain and infrastructure for future generations.
The piece argues that American interests and casualties in Cuba and Mexico are dwarfed by those in Mexico under Díaz, and that intervention was seen as inevitable after the Maine incident. It cites Harrison and McKinley era policies, warning that a policy of intervention may be necessary to enforce order in both regions.
The Roaring Springs paper mill faced charges for causing heavy fish kills. The event is noted alongside brief items about theft at Fern Glen and other sport and political quips, reflecting a roundup of short, varied notes.
A compilation of brief editorial notes from various papers. The Philadelphia Press commentary urges not blaming innocent baggage handlers for travel fees. Baltimore Sun quips about a future ode to cooks. New York World cites Thetus Sims praising the President after Bryan’s resignation.
The Pittsburgh Sun reports a quarrel between evangelist Billy Sunday and his former secretary and pianist Bentley Ackley after Ackley resigned. Ackley hints at revelations about the finances of Sunday's crusades, while noting Sunday earns his pay from demanding work.
Public Health Service urges two hours daily outdoor activity to combat rising post 40 death rates. Walk, garden, golf or other games and skip heavy athletics. emphasizes daily discipline of exercise and outdoor activity for longevity and better health.
Governor Brumbaugh is poised to veto most of the five election law bills, leaving only the Magee measure. The State Board of Public Accounts risks no funds for two years, and many new state posts may remain unfilled due to budget cuts.
A flirtatious note reveals a new beau offering a nickel to keep someone outside the parlor. The playful exchange hints at suspense and playful courting in a lighthearted social vignette.
A playful verse imagines a community rallying to create a baseball team and attend games. The poet celebrates the gathering energy and the promise of a shared spectacle with the umpire’s call to play ball. When slumps occur, supporters boost morale to lift the team and the day.
The piece extols thrift through Commodore Vanderbilt and a Berlin school experiment turning waste into clothing for poor children. It argues thrift builds future savings and cites jute waste as a valuable by product for textile makers.
Readers propose moving Reservoir concerts to Capitol Park or river banks to boost access and attendance, noting Philadelphia City Hall style crowds. Separate essays reflect on death, quoting Frohman in praise of viewing death as a beautiful adventure and urging a calmer, hopeful mindset.
Lieutenant Brauer of the Prinz Eitel Friedrich, interned at Norfolk, is missing with reports he left the vessel before internment. Authorities believe he departed with other crew members, despite the commander’s promise to keep men aboard.
The piece reports on pest pelts sent to the State Game Commission, rivermen debating motorboat hazards on the Susquehanna, Edward M. Bigelow criticizing a Schenley Park fountain plan, infantry preparing for camp, a creek straightening tale, a jitney misunderstanding prompting a Not a Jitney sign, and Frederic W. Fleitz torn between Canada and California for fishing and expositions.
T N Barnsdall of Pittsburgh loses Oklahoma acreage after a court ruling. Charles J Rhoads, governor of the Reserve Bank at Philadelphia, has toured ten states giving speeches. Mayor Armstrong of Pittsburgh visits child garden projects citywide. Garrett Cochran joins Williamsport Chamber of Commerce board. Joseph Stewart of Homestead serves as marshal for bridge opening ceremonies linking his town to Pittsburgh.
Harrisburg has shown notable advancement in public bathing facilities over recent years improving access and sanitation for residents. Officials report ongoing upgrades and expanded services to meet community needs and safety standards.
Thousands of fish died after acid escaped from a Roaring Spring paper mill. Dead fish lined the banks for miles downstream to Petersburg. Blair County Game Fish and Forestry Association pressed the issue with Fish Commissioner Buller, who investigated and may pursue action against those responsible.
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