Molokai Leper Colony Eyed Through Grim Eye of Visitor
Oregon City writer M J Brown recalls Molokai leper settlement with stark images of isolation despair and the living dead. He notes mainly Hawaiians with some Chinese and a few whites, the incurable disease the wall the risk of contagion and the sacrificial work of priests nuns and Father Damien. The piece contrasts hopelessness with moments of quiet humanity such as a child’s wave goodbye.
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Pennsylvania Joint Resolution Proposing Constitutional Amendment
A JOINT RESOLUTION proposes amending section eight of article nine of the Pennsylvania Constitution. It outlines the existing debt limits for counties cities boroughs townships and school districts and details revised thresholds and eligibility for increases with electors consent. The language also references Philadelphia subway and wharf projects and requires a sinking fund for cancellation.
Pennsylvania Joint Resolution Three Amends Work Injury Compensation
The General Assembly proposes to amend section twenty-one of article three to authorize laws on workers compensation for injuries and occupational diseases, setting compensation basis and limits, regardless of fault, and removing current limitations on who benefits from such actions. A true copy is certified by Secretary Robert McAfee.
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Pennsylvania Joint Resolution Abolishes Secretary of Internal Affairs
A joint resolution proposes amending the state constitution to abolish the office of Secretary of Internal Affairs and transfer its powers to other state departments or officers as directed by law. The measure was pressed for Senate and House approval as part of constitutional revision.
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Robert McAfee
The
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Number Five Joint Resolution Tution of this Commonwealth
Legislative note fragment indicates a joint resolution numbered five concerning matters of the Commonwealth. Readable terms are limited. official details and full scope are not present in the surviving text.
Pennsylvania Constitution Amendment Proposes State Land Title System
A proposed amendment authorizes laws to establish a statewide or county land title registration and guarantee system. It covers registering transferring insuring and guaranteeing titles and creating indemnity funds with courts to handle proceedings and appeals. Funding would come from county treasuries. A true copy of Joint Resolution No. d. ROBERT McAPER.
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Robert McAper
Commonwealth
Joint Resolution Six Amending Article Nine of Pennsylvania Constitution
The document presents Joint Resolution Number Six to amend Article Nine Section 8 of the Pennsylvania Constitution. It details debt limits for counties cities boroughs and townships, allows Philadelphia wharf and port development under a defined ceiling, and requires a sinking fund and annual tax to service debt. It preserves net revenue tests and sets a $25 million cap for Philadelphia port improvements.
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