Secret Capitol Saloon For Pennsylvania Lawmakers Reported
A 1910 Circle story alleges a hidden upper room in the Harrisburg State Capitol used as a free saloon for legislators. Keys grant unrestricted drinks paid by state liquor interests, with an estimated 150 keys among lawmakers. The piece brands the setup a sordid corruption symbol.
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Fathers of Liberty
Frenquor
Baseball Day Opens With Hershey Park Practice
Saturday afternoon a group of boys practiced at Hershey Park Athletic Field despite a stiff wind. Morris Hinkle showcased a new corkscrew ball and impressed. teammates included Harry Potteiger Wallace Potteiger Paul Brewer Neal Dougherty Jim Scrimpscher Mike Chibitnoy Red Sellers Ray Brehm and Claude Karg, with Karg noted as a pitcher who could command attention this summer.
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Hinkle
Morris Hinkle
Harry Potteiger
Wallace Potteiger
Paul Brewer
Neal Dougherty
Jim Scrimpscher
Mike Chibitnoy
Red Sellers
Ray Brehm
Claude Karg
Karg
What Happened Detroit Free Press Quote
A Detroit Free Press excerpt quotes a man asking about a former romance and reveals the reply that he married the woman, ending their dating. The exchange highlights social consequences of marriage on relationships and public curiosity.
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Detroit Free Press
To the Elevator Boy Buffalo News Note
Fragmentary note from Buffalo News referencing an elevator boy and a recurring greeting, expressing frustration about being greeted by someone named Aly or a recurring figure.
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Aly Sroveryman
Buffalo News
Ever Faithful and Fickle Friends Quip
An 19th century quip notes a friend who asks to borrow money and umbrellas alike, teasing that a fair weather companion may appear. The line reflects humorous social observation from Littsburg Past.
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