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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
13
A quote attributed to Bishop Hat urges believers to let faith guide kindness and empathy toward others, promoting sensitivity to their pleasures and interests. It reflects a moral exhortation likely drawn from a religious or sermon context.
Washington dispatch stirs pride in Pennsylvanians as General Funston seeks the Pennsylvania National Guard at the border. Praise centers on Adjutant General Thomas J. Stewart, called the backbone and guiding brain of the state militia, with many officers worthy of note for building a renowned force. The piece lauds the Guard’s excellence and the eager enlistment spirit across the Commonwealth.
The piece argues the Wilson administration politicized the consular service, abandoning the merit system set in 1906. It cites Rep. Rogers who in the Congressional Record details early 1914 appointments to undermine merit, noting Bryan’s initial involvement followed by broader political manipulation.
The piece describes President Wilson and Mr. Bryan undermining established regulations by executive order and prelim appointments. It warns that inexperienced appointees gain pay and status over veteran foreign service personnel, eroding permanency, motivation, and overall efficiency in the consular corps.
Citizens in Harrisburg debate naming the river carnival that celebrated the city’s public works. Proposals stress a distinctive, appealing title and the potential to attract visitors and advertise hospitality.
The war trims explosive in Fourth of July papercaps to about one seventh the amount in a parlor match. The papercap fireworks are deemed harmless enough to satisfy safety advocates and allow youths to celebrate with a papercap pistol potential, minimizing the risk of injury.
Rumors arising from a conference between Mayor Smith and Senator McNichol in Philadelphia stir political figures statewide. Capitol Hill watchers doubt a harmony pact with McNichol, while Vare supporters purge McNichol backers. Edgar W. Lank heads Philadelphia Democratic city committee with harmony, and the Committee of Seventy pushes a new Philadelphia charter. William O Gorman seeks Carbon sheriff. Dems clash in Montgomery County.
A collection of brief items covers primary drawties delays and speculation on state posts. Notable mentions include Patton eyed as Highway Commissioner and a new Philadelphia aquarium. Also satirical notes on campaigns, German student questions about war, a $40,000 salary tale, and a malaria verse.
The Staats-Zeitung notes the Kaiser as Admiral of the Atlantic while New York Morning Telegraph discusses his Kiel flagship. Washington Democrats seek 190 million more revenue, Republicans see a million needed. The Chicago Herald argues drinkers in employment. Pennsylvania’s new compensation law makes employers liable for intoxicated workers and urges weeding out drinkers.
The Philadelphia North American argues Roosevelt’s message to the Progressive convention shows him declining any presidential nomination. He declares he is out of politics to prevent aiding Wilson, believing Wilsonism endangers the nation and that accepting the Progressive nomination would be treasonous. Patriotic duty, not party interest, drives his course, leaving the Progressive party endangered as a political force.
The article outlines mosquito threats across the United States and offers preventive measures. It covers three approaches: kill, deter, and prevent birth, with emphasis on barriers, repellents, nets, screen treatments, bed canopies, and proper canopies for travel. It also notes limitations against malaria vectors like Stegomyia and advises kerosene and citronella coatings, smoking, and Pyrethrum powders as control methods.
A playful exchange about reading a novel and the idea of the last chapter. The pleasantries pivot on curiosity and humor as a parent and child discuss endings and sound imagery. The humor centers on expectations versus perception in literary moments.
Longest serving state official General Stewart has guided the Pennsylvania National Guard since 1895. He oversaw two mobilizations for war, five deployments for strike duty, and the Mt Gretna camp setup named Camp Brumbaugh in honor of the current governor.
Col J H Bigger former commander of the 18th Infantry offers to serve in the Guard again General C A Devol quartermaster corps US Army attends Chester Military Academy commencement Supt R Robinson Philadelphia police officer serves in National Guard Bishop M J Hoban Scranton officiated at Hazleton Catholic church dedication and has led multiple church dedications this year John C Winston Philadelphia committee of seventy chair plays major role in push for the new city charter
Questions posed to Harrisburg Rotary members at the annual Municipal Quiz explore city operations. Answers show garbage and ashes collection handled by a private contractor under tract terms. Annual cost cited as thirty three thousand nine hundred forty eight dollars.
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