Prohibition Debates Versus Moral Fears Spark Public Opinion
A column recounts statewide votes against Prohibition, rising Southern industry, Japan's new constitution granting religious liberty, and public reactions to crime and punishment. It notes Edison backed dynamos not used for electrocution, praise for mothers by General Cameron, and Confederate era debates over prizefighting. The piece reflects regional tensions and national events, highlighting industry recovery at Johnstown, railroad losses, and the South’s role in national disputes.
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New York Star
Edison
New York
Heed's Sareparilia Promoted for Vitality
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General Cameron dies at Donegal Springs aged ninety one
General Simon Cameron died at his country home near Lancaster on Wednesday night June 26 in his ninety first year. Born March 8, 1799 in Lancaster County PA he rose from printer to editor and banker. He served as Adjutant General of PA and U S Senator multiple terms, was Secretary of War under Lincoln and minister to Russia. His funeral was held in Harrisburg with addresses by Rev Dr Chambers and prayers by Rev Dr Hay.
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Simon Cameron
Donegal Springs
Lancaster
General Cameron
Lancaster County
Harrisburg
Washington
Doylestown
Harisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
Don Cameron
Lincoln
Russia
Donegal
George 8
Chambers
D. D
Pine Street Presbyterian Church
C. A. Hay
Gettysburg
Indiana County
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Said
Indiana
Said County
Harry White
David Graham
Banks Township
Isaac Graham
James Graham
Banks
John Graham
Belfast
Ireland
Mary
Mr.Wisley
Armagh
County Armagh
Moses Graham
Mary Graham
Glasgow
Scotland
Graham
Banke Township
Sarah Johnaston
Iliam Brady
Evaline McGough
George Patchin
James Cliff
Shall Laurel Be Nation's Emblem In National Flower Debate
The nation weighs candidate flowers for a national emblem with the laurel favored for its evergreen beauty and symbolic ties to triumph and freedom. Prominent women advocate the laurel, praising its American growth from coast to coast and its historic wreath associations, while noting other flowers fall short on color or meaning. The laurel’s universal suitability across regions and seasons is highlighted as the best representation of government strength and the American character.
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Pacific
Atlantic
Frank Leslie
America
Maine
Florida
Massachusetts
California
M. Louise Thompson
Sorpris
Women's Club
United States
Fertilizer Supply Notice From Indiana Pa Grower
To Farmers. I will be ready to supply fertilizers for fall crop on August 26 and 27. Send your orders by mail immediately. JosurH Hornorrre Indiana Pa.
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Josurh Hornorrre
Indiana, Pa
Conemaugh Presbytery discusses Johnstown calamity and mission work
The Conemaugh Presbytery of the United Presbyterian church met at West Union on June 25. Rev T P Patterson opened with a sermon. W M Nichol was licensed for ordination in Indiana on Sept 17 and to go as a missionary to Egypt in October. The presbytery approved fundraising for Johnstown disaster relief, church property restoration, and support for ordination expenses. A committee was formed to handle relief funds and distribution. Other actions covered Sabbath School goals, temperance education, and missions, with a young people's institute planned for August 21 at Jacksonville or Conemaugh.
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Conemaugh
United Presbyterian Church
West Union
T. P. Patterson
W. M. Nichol
Indiana
Egypt
Gwens
J. Day Brownlee
Johnstown
Owens
Boards of Home Missions and Church Extension
W. H. McMasters
James M. Brewuart
Samuel McCartney
T. C. McCrea
R. W. Hamilton
Wm. Ranson
Lide Orr
Mia
Oliver Lake
Stewart
Brookville
A. M. Black
Liberty
Ohio
West Union Church
Jacksonville
Seashore Excursions Resume From Pennsylvania Railroad
Summer out of town trips are revived with P R R excursions to Atlantic City Cape May Sea Isle and Ocean City. A special train departs 8 55 am and 6 30 pm from Pittsburgh with ten day return tickets at quoted rates. The party rests in Philadelphia the night of July 11 and sails to the shore on July 12. Tickets valid on regular trains except New York and Chicago Limited.
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Psgt
Pennsylvania Railroad
Atlantic Coast
Atlantic City
Cape
May
Sea Isle
Ocean City
Pittsburg
Philadelphia
New York
Chicago
Inquisition On Elizabeth Ling And Blairsville Cases
Inquisition found Elizabeth Ling lunatic. Reports on Martha Jene Bothel and guardianship cases. Trustees appointed, executors discharged, and land sales for debt payment. Indictments for liquor sale, guardianship actions, and divorce proceedings noted. Various court orders, auctions, and verdicts across Blairsville and Indiana county records.
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Elizabeth Ling
Martha Jene Bothel
Samuel Bothel
Lewia Disindorfe
Wm. A. Smith
Barclay White
J. K. Thompson
Thomson
Ross
Helman
Peter Conneil
Blairaville
Dallas A. Little
Rayne Two
Will Little
Aaron Neff
Christian Good
Abraham M. Davis
J. D. Patton
C.C. Banke
Joseph Atkinson
Blairsville
Nancy J. Wacob
veSmith Wacob
Elizabeth M. Bowman
Geo. Bowman
Scott
Cherryhill Township
Indiana County
Bar
J.C. Brady
Archie Fowler
D. W. Brendlinger
Emma K. Bates
A. Bates
Elizabeth Bates
John McElhaney
J. T. Donahue
Mechanicsburg
George W. Tomb
Laughlin Me Featers
James Duncan
Wheatfield
E. B. Camp
A. W. Creely
A. W. Creery
E. B. Camp and Sona
W.J. Nugent
E. H. Buterbaugh
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