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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1919
Page
8
The session closed with Governor Sproul stronger and more popular. He maintained control, advanced reforms like prohibition suffrage highways and teachers’ salaries into law. Lawmakers adjourned sine die after a productive session, and his farewell message aimed to ease lingering tensions.
The new workmen's compensation bill raises benefits for injured workers in Pennsylvania, advancing beyond the old act. Governor Sproul is expected to sign, as the measure is an administration bill. Employers largely support the change, noting no dividend cuts and rising acceptance of the plan.
The text credits new provisions as favorable to working people and notes the measure’s enactment will soon receive the governor's approval. It argues these facts rebut claims the Legislature is unfriendly to labor and that workers must rely on a separate party for justice.
The piece declares the I W W Bolsheviks and others to whom law is a joke and government a farce. It states saloon men will find that the will of the people will be imposed and they will be forced to abide by the majority decision and state and federal statutes. It argues a business with no regard for law has no place in American life.
The piece cites General Leonard Wood as a pivotal factor in American WWI success, with praise from General W. W. Atterbury. It credits Wood with initiating training camps that prepared officers, enabled rapid mobilization, and helped the Allies’ fight, despite political opposition and fear of heroism.
A press dispatch from Lawrence Guff labeled as a Wilson administration spokesman challenges claims that the United States is not prepared for air service. He cites aviator practice, depot inventories at Middletown, and wartime funding and training as evidence of ongoing readiness, mocking Republican critiques of the new Congress.
The article argues that world leaders doubt universal peace soon and view the League of Nations as Europe’s insurance against aggression without U.S. help. It notes Germany and Russia in subordinate roles and warns Americans may fear becoming a global police force. It previews the upcoming public debate between the President and opponents on the League.
The item condemns saloon keepers planning to defy federal liquor restrictions next week. It portrays liquor dealers as lawless and out of step with law-abiding citizens, arguing their stance harms the saloon’s reputation and worsens public disdain for the trade.
A sweeping Harrisburg session ended with notable events including a historic governor farewell address, a quiet 44 million dollar general appropriation bill passage, and expunged campaign material from the journal. The teachers salary bill advanced despite last minute delays, and local figures like James N. Moore and William Davis surfaced as potential candidates. Philadelphia judges and Democratic names figure in post session political maneuvering surrounding Palmer, McCormick, and prohibition stances.
A British officer tortures a naval culprit with tar and feathers after a social offense. The report recalls the 12th century use of the punishment by Richard the Lionheart to deter theft in the navy before the Third Crusade.
A flurry of talk centers on what should replace the saloon with no clear proposal adopted yet. The idea of the home as an alternative garners discussion and speculation.
Essay argues modern parents must guide children without shaping them rigidly nor sheltering their minds. It urges trust in youths to find personal spiritual forms amid social change, warning against cynical overreach and promising hope through liberty, justice, and education.
A street encounter recalls Jimmy a heroic pup who leapt to shield a boy from a mad dog. The dog attacked, Jimmy was bitten and killed, while the boy survived, prompting a request to print the tale for public notice.
The Fanciulla d Anzio model, a Grecian marble from the Third or Fourth Century, found near Anzio and now in Rome's museum, prompts critics to debate whether the figure is a boy or a girl as scholars discuss its role in Apollo worship and the Laurel Bearer title.
Changes in the examination system for the French degree licentiate of letters are under consideration at the Ministry of Public Instruction. Some faculties want Latin or Greek mandatory while others argue classics may be omitted for candidates not pursuing teaching posts.
A humorous quip about the Korean republic seeking League of Nations status follows a tale of a deacon weary of a minister's sermon. The deacon finally offers Isaiah the place, declaring he is going home, in a light religious anecdote from the Kansas City Star.
Major Frank C. Mahin recalls World War I rail logistics in France as American locomotives and freight cars replaced damaged Belgian and French engines. He describes shipping constraints, improvised loading of locomotives on hay, and the striking contrast between American whistles and French engine tones observed at St. Aignan.
The piece praises Judge Gary for his calm, conciliatory approach to labor and capital. It suggests a potential understanding or agreement between the Federation and the Steel Corporation if both show accommodation and avoid domination or conspiracy to sacrifice public interests.
The city complains the water is bad and barren ground. Elisha orders a new cruse and salt, casts it into the spring, and the waters are healed restoring fertility to the land.
A Harrisburg man reports on prohibition in Colorado and Utah noting bars still operate with bottled sodas and mixed drinks. Saloon doors close as cabarets cafes and pool rooms rise while arrests drop and liquor raids store loot under heavy locks.
Attorney General William J. Schaffer receives many telegrams of congratulation following his address to the State Bar Association. Representative John M. Flynn, the longest-serving House member, has attended every session since January 1, 1908. Senator T. L. Eyre notes the Legislature left with more good feeling than in 1915 or 1917. Speaker Robert B. Spangler plans a tennis break from roll calls. Governor Sproul will rest at his home near Chester.
Historic Harrisburg recalls the first Legislature convening in 1813 while a quirky tale notes Harrisburg pretzels shipped to army chimps.
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