Savings banks and government bonds in later 19th century debates
The article discusses savings banks as targets of theft and mismanagement, urging thrift through government four percent bonds for Washington citizens. It notes support for a postal savings system, arguing bonds offer safer long term storage while acknowledging reduced immediate access. It cites Mr. Wherry and the Carlisle American Volunteer transfer to the Sanderson brothers and references historical newspaper ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. M. Waaruy
Carlisle American
Alfred
A. J. Sanderson
Sanderson
George Sanderson
Lancaster
Mr. Wherry
Washington
Joan
England
Postal Savings Bank
Living Too Fast and the High Cost of Luxury
A reflection on material excess and social vanity urging a return to simple living. The passage condemns wealth worship, ostentation, and living beyond means while noting a Philadelphia carpet weavers strike amid economic strain. The critique targets both rich and poor tolerances for ornate living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Sunday newspaper questions spark church leaders’ mixed views
Readers across denominations debate Sunday newspaper bans and Monday paper work while public services and Sunday trade face scrutiny. Clergy from Unitarian to Baptist weigh suppression, decency, and timing as opinions diverge on open post offices and streetcar noise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yun i
Glereymien
Lheteliy
Ain
Ion
Ho Hes
Raffk
Ict
Hst
Pomerania Sinks After Collision Off London
The Hembiurp American steamer Pomerania, departed New York on the 14th, collided near London and foundered within ten minutes. Fifty passengers drowned, about 173 saved. In other news a Scranton man, Philip Robinson Sr., was found dead on a Dunnin railroad track after wandering from home Sunday. Frances Bournashi arrested in Sauk Centre for defrauding Cleveland residents of 26000 by posing as German heir. Bridgeport police raid nets 28 arrests. Treasury Dept fires 60-70 temporary clerks, mainly women, in Washington.
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Pomerania
New York
London
England
Philip Robinson
Scranton
Dunnin
Blair County
David A. Gilland
Harrisburg
Gilland
Frances Bournashi
Sauk Centre
Minn
Cleveland
Ohio
Evebar
Germany
Bridgeport
Conn
Treasury Department
Washington
Educational facilities of today show major public schools
The article praises Lafayette College and modern public school buildings. It notes their large size, quality materials, fine craftsmanship, and lasting design. It contrasts past log schools with contemporary facilities and underscores progress in education and internal comfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Son
Tafayette College
The Onward Movement in Education and Public Schools
The text argues that education must adapt to progress, recalling past days when one school served a town. It emphasizes well equipped buildings, good teachers, and broader knowledge building character, urging preparation for any future occupation and praising continued growth in educational opportunities.
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Anon
Ech
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Nan Thak
Vite Lab Locky
E. F. Egowwan
Pasc SI
Palayyah Fsidwest New Fork
Albert Mr. Kreiner
Litlz
TIN
Nasel
Renemuer
Kreiner
Haldware House
J. A. Buch 2 Bros Hardware Store
Carpenters' Fools
Lisine
Littz
Ul Artis Aspond
Great Redug
TSON
HDW
J. Zahm
Lancaster, PA
Zahm’s
Tshudy
Valencia
Jersey
California
Main Street
Litiz
WM. H. Bollinger
Litiz, Land, Co
New Haven
É&E
Litta
Edwards
Sturgis
Prop’s
DeArsess
C. E. Shoemajor
Walnut Street
Reading
Rese
Litiz Drug Store
John M. Keiper
North Queen Street
Hera
J. M. Keiper
Gill's City Gallery
East King Street
Olely
W. H. Enck
Crump
Epperty
Corn Exchange Hotel
North Queen 81
Lancaspfsr
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Litiz, Pa
Eitiz Drug Store
Litia
Euaxarstlig
Miesch & Regennas
Alonzo Miesch
WMIT
Recennas
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