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Newspaper
Millheim Journal
Location
Millheim, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1883
Page
2
A jumbled four column clipping shows odd values like 1.00 and 3.09 with scattered figures including 50000 and 1000. The text reads as a rough OCR of an advertisement or ledger page with no clear events or entities identifiable.
The notice lists upcoming sermons and church activities across denominations. Revs Ney, Weidemyer, Shortess, Gephart, Adams, Yearick, Herald, and Tonvinson lead services in Methodist, Reformed, United Brethren, Lutheran churches with Sunday School schedules and class meetings.
Large and Sofisty Directory notes Lodge 955 I C O F meets on Penn Street. Rebecca Degree meets before each full moon. Providence Grange 217 P of H meets in Alexander’s block on the second Saturday at 1 3 p.m. and the fourth Saturday at 7 p.m. Sahard Master. Association meets at street school house on first Monday evening. Heim Cornet Band meets in the hall on Monday and Thursday evenings.
The Nicholson, Parcel and Davis bills propose the 19th and 20th districts by grouping Centre, Clinton, Clearfield, Cambria, Mifflin, Juniata, Huntingdon, Bedford and Fulton. The plan is highly partisan, aiming to pack heavy Democratic counties to dilute the vote. A Republican Senate and Democratic House clash is expected over any proposal, with no clear path to agreement.
The Harrisburg Patriot notes lawmakers intend to start work with seriousness and determination, suggesting productive sessions ahead and strong momentum into the new term.
Judge Jere S. Black told the House Judiciary Committee that a bill to prevent bigamy in the territories is unconstitutional. He questioned Edmunds and favored territorial sovereignty to legislate marriage. The piece argues that if Black’s view holds, constitutional power to regulate polygamy would be denied, challenging national moral aims.
The author argues harmony with the Declaration of Independence while questioning Judge Black's constitutional interpretation. Cites the preamble and the people as sovereigns, urging more light on the issue before any court ruling.
A bill presented to the legislature seeks to unify state, county, township, city, borough and school taxes. Proposed by the State Grange, it calls for assessing all property at actual cash value with a uniform rate, consolidating collectors, and taxing previously untaxed properties. It also details disclosure of debt instruments to reveal hidden assets and adjusts real estate valuations by deducting dower and mortgage charges. The piece includes a note on durable wood posts treated with linseed oil and coal for longevity.
The bill proposes a five mill tax expected to raise 50 million dollars annually to cover state and local expenses including interest and debt. Proponents say it would revolutionize tax practice by equalizing burdens, while acknowledging needed revisions. The Patriot notes it merits careful legislative consideration and may not match public demand but will attract serious scrutiny statewide.
A man at Grand River avenue desk entertains a polite stranger who asks to sit, write, use ink and paper, an envelope and stamp. The visitor MacGyveres a light deception, weighs a mailed letter, and borrows a hat and umbrella before leaving, taking advantage of courtesy.
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