Governor Pinchot Telegrams Ignored at Harrisburg Rally
Harrisburg June 30 Governor Gifford Pinchot sought a special legislative session via telegrams to state chairmen and officials. The gathering emphasized maintaining Republican control as Democrats savor a victory, with Pinchot’s specific requests going unanswered amid party caution.
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Coal Code Overhaul Targets Shorter Week and Higher Wages
The coal code overhaul aims to limit the work week in bituminous fields to 36 hours and set a minimum wage of 40 to 45 cents per hour for an eight hour day. Johnson plans to present modifications to President Roosevelt, seeking a compromise between labor demands and industry capacity. The draft code, supported by coal operators, signals a move toward a nationally recognized work week and wage floor, though operators resist a flat weekly rate.
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State Gas Tax Held For Debt In Kittanning
In Kittanning Armstrong County's six months share of the state gasoline tax around fourteen thousand dollars was promised but withheld by the state. Harrisburg indicated checks were ready, yet no payment arrived as negotiations on July 10 aimed to settle outstanding county debts for Parker road, Market Street Bridge, and Benjamin Franklin highway work.
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Armstrong
Harrisburg
Armstrong County
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Market Street
Coal code proposed to regulate wages and hours
The article discusses a proposed coal code favoring shorter work weeks and a minimum adult wage, with a prohibition on under 16 employment and a 10 percent living cost differential. It notes southern miners pay very low wages, shifts of eight hours in production, and vague collective bargaining language, citing Ben Gray and Robert W. Johnson among supporters and opponents.
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President Roosevelt Ashore in New Brunswick on Canoe Island Visit
President Roosevelt enjoys a short vacation on Compobello Island New Brunswick returning from Marion Massachusetts. He recalls childhood days here and plans a swift return to the White House aboard the cruiser Indianapolis. A family picnic near his Roosevelt home marks the highlight of the outing.
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Vare Accepts Rep National Committee Post
Former Philadelphia party leader Vare accepts a national committee post amid calls for tariff protection and state welfare. He pledges advocacy for greater liberty and less regulation, reiterates opposition to the 18th amendment, and highlights humanitarian legislation.
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National Committee
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Philadelphia
Dist 13 Meets Sunday July 2 at First Methodist Church
A church meeting led by Dr Praetorius is scheduled for Sunday July 2 at 2 30 daylight time at the First Methodist Church. The event invites Sabbath schools in Indiana to attend and test their longest attendance. The session promises helpful discussion and encouragement.
Lindbergh Plans North Flight Test and Survey
Colonel Charles A Lindbergh will test a plane for a potential north flight and survey the route for possible mail transportation to Europe. The plan includes a flight toward Green and a survey of the northern corridor as part of evaluating transatlantic mail service.
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Denmark
Philadelphia
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Lindbergh era headlines and a brewing permit battle
A collage of Lindbergh milestones from 1927 to 1934 highlights first trans Atlantic flight receptions and family events, including marriage and births, alongside a brewing license issue in Harrisburg. The piece also notes Democratic efforts to replace prohibition administrator Pennington, with support from Senator Reed and party leaders.
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Keystone State
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Would Oust Pennington Major Aims at Action
Washington, June 30. INS A seeks removal of Major Pennington in a determined effort amid ongoing political maneuvering. The effort focuses on administrative, legal, and procedural steps to force his departure. Officials caution that the process may unfold over weeks as factions contest authority and public reaction shapes momentum.
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