Penrose Palmer clash shaping PA Senate race cited
The article argues Republican Penrose faces Democratic Pal mer in Pennsylvania with voters deciding if the national administration strengthens or shifts. It predicts a Republican sweep amid concerns over Democratic leadership, and notes highway and civic improvements around Harrisburg and Penbrook as context. The piece also highlights Harrisburg growth and Chamber of Commerce boosts as local optimism grows.
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Senator Boies Penrose
White House
Republican Party
Pennsylvania
Palmer
Harrisburg
Chamber of Commerce
City Planning works toward parkway completion this year
The City Planning Commission and Department of Parks and Playgrounds push to finish the parkway links remaining between Almshouse road and Wildwood Park. Donations from property owners are urged to be accepted to advance legal takeovers, with eminent domain as a last resort, as Paxtang nears merger with the city.
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City Planning Commission
Department of Parks and Playgrounds
Board of Park Commissioners
Park
Parkway Oval
Almshouse
Wildwood Park
Taylor
Hair trigger men and Colorado mining strife noted
Reports from Colorado detail clashes between miners factions with three shot, one killed, and attempts to dynamite a mine. Police and guards had to separate combatants as Charles F. Moyer fled the town to avoid danger. The piece compares Colorado strikers to Montana unionists and cites upcoming tensions with authorities.
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Colorado
Butte
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Charles F. Moyer
Western Federation of Miners
Montana
An Evening Thought on Reputation and Companions
A concise moral note citing George Washington urges associating with men of good quality to protect reputation, and says it is better to be alone than in bad company. The quotation underscores discerning social ties.
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George Washington
Dr. Coover reports European hospitals offer generous care abroad
Dr. Carson Coover, returning from months in Europe, notes German, French, and Austrian hospitals differ little from American systems yet show liberal spending and ample grounds. He praises Munich, Vienna, Paris clinics, train routes, and civic care, while Paris streets impress with congestion. Coover also records impressions on dress, shoes, and language needs.
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Carson Coover
Europe
F. W. Coover
America
Munich
Vienna
Coover
Heidelberg
Germany
Coovers
Harrisburg
Paris
France
Berlin
Notable Philadelphia Figures Mark Milestones and Moves
John H. Fow, Philadelphia legislator, celebrated his sixty first birthday yesterday. M Hampton Todd, former Attorney General, will sail for Europe within weeks. Dr J H VanLennep, longtime dean of Hahnemann, has retired. C S Beisterling, attorney for the industrial roads in Public Service hearings, formerly worked in Carnegie Steel traffic. John H Landis, retiring head of the mint, once served in the State Senate representing Lancaster county.
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John H. Fow
Philadelphia
Steamer Reports Petersburg Fighting. Thompson's Cavalry Attacks White House
The Thomas Powell arrived from City Point reporting ongoing clashes near Petersburg since Monday with heavy cannonading heard yesterday. In Washington a rebel cavalry attack on the White House occurred at 4 AM, continuing until 4:30 PM with minor losses. A perilous society intrigue tale promising lively illustrations accompanies the release.
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Washington
Thomas Powell
City Point
Petersburg
Thompson
White House
Guillotine Rumors Shake Philadelphia Democratic Faction
Philadelphia Democratic rows deepen as Old Guard and Palmer-McCormick factions clash over platform rejection. State committee may remove city officers, while Morris defends party unity and resists disloyalty charges. Lawmakers pledge campaign presence as mint chief resignations and local politicking intensify.
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Philadelphia
State Committee
Old Guard
Philadelphia Press of
Democratic City Committee
Democratic State
the Ledger
Palmer-McCormick
Is It Hot Enough for You In This Encounter
A speaker describes a recurring troublesome figure who speaks provoking words. Each sighting tests restraint as patience wears thin. Urgency rises as the narrator fears losing control and seeks help to avoid escalation.
Firemen Hold Picnic In Harrisburg Summer Heat
The Citizen Fire Company sponsored a well attended picnic described as the season’s most orderly gathering. The event occurred on a notably warm summer day and was reported in the Telegraph as part of the Harrisburg local news from June 24, 1864.
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Citizen Fire Company
Democratic rifts and mint over Philadelphia politics
Political sidelight notes friction within the Democratic camp in Philadelphia and Harrisburg as mint appointments threaten harmony. Register Sheehan and Tax Receiver Kendrick marked birthdays. Allegheny Republican Chairman Christy optimistic. Pinchot conducts dawn visits to Philadelphia plants. Bull Moose dinner planned to energize a Pittsburgh meeting.
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Philadelphia
Harrisburg
Register Sheehan
Kendrick
Christy
Allegheny Republicans
Pinchot
Philadelphia Bull Moosers
Pittsburgh
Root's service a national asset in re election call
The Philadelphia Public Ledger argues that Senator Elihu Root must stand for re election. A failed bid would reflect poorly on New York State and the nation. It stresses the importance of Root's candidacy for national governance. The piece also endorses ratification of the proposed treaty with Nicaragua, noting gains from approval.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Elihu Root
New York State
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