State officials back Sheatz for U.S. Senate in 20-man pledge
A special committee of 20 Pennsylvania lawmakers led by Senator George T. Weingartner and Representatives Ira McJunkin and Frank F. Brierly mailed a pledge list to every state newspaper. They endorse John O. Sheatz for U.S. Senate and promise support to defeat Senator Penrose, citing his methods and urging editors to aid Sheatz’s election. The list names signees from multiple counties including Lawrence, Beaver, Mercer, Armstrong, Butler, Allegheny, Warren, McKean, Franklin, Tioga, and others.
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George T. Weingartner
Ira McJunkin
Butler
Frank F. Brierly
Beaver
John O. Sheatz
United States
Sheatz
Boles Penrose
Pennsylvania
General Assembly of
47Th
Walter 8. Reynolds
Lawrence County
Robert L. Wallace
William 8. Morrison
Beaver County
John M. Martin
Mercer County
John M. Williams
Armstrong County
R. H. Megraw
Butler County
Thomas Hays
Hyatt M. Cribbs
Allegheny County
Arthur W. Dennison
Warren County
James A. McKean
McKean
M. C. Watson
Indiana County
W. H. Flota
Somerset County
W. B. Simpson
Funtingdon County
Amos W. Knepper
David Speer
Franklin County
Thomas McDowell
Chester County
Frank H. Rockwell
Tioga County
New Shipments of Xmas Gifts Arrive at Mather Bros Co
New shipments of Christmas gifts arrive at Mather Bros Co. The store advertises thousands of items ready for the final rush of gift buyers and marks prices to help customers stretch their Christmas funds.
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Mather
Rebuke of Modern Hustle and Waste of Life
A terse reflection on modern hurry and waste, arguing against overwork and hurry. The speaker declares a resolve to endure starvation rather than perpetual urgency, citing Thoreau’s idea that a stitch in time saves nine but the day is filled with many stitches to avoid hunger tomorrow.
New Castle Forms Basketball Team At YMCA Meeting
The New Castle basketball team was organized last night with players John Hoke Wade Broadhead Horner Ted Keelan Paul Magill and subs White and Long. A meeting is scheduled at the YMCA tonight and all listed players are requested to attend.
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New Castle
John Hoke
Wade Broadhead
Horner
Ted Keelan
Paul Magill
White
Long
Mrs. Chas. A. Reed Recovering After Surgery
Mrs. Chas. A. Reed of North Mercer Street is recovering slowly after an operation for appendicitis and perforated bowel at City Hospital three weeks ago. She will be brought home from the hospital Thursday and remains confined to bed while weak. Davis Cooke & Co. advertises cut glass in Greer Building.
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A. Reed
North Mercer Street
City Hospital
T. R. McClain
Pittsburg
Grace Jenkins
Mahoning Avenue
Ed. Davis
East Madison Avenue
Joe Hilburn
East Cherry Street
Cleveland
George Baer
North Liberty Street
Standard Steel Car Company
Columbus
Jack Cathers
Ashtabula
Seventh Ward
Harry Hettenbaugh
W. Madison Street
Mary Kirk
Beaver Falls
Helen Spencer
John Baird
North Cedar Street
New Castle Stamping Company
John Douds
Pennsylvania Railroad
William Harrison
Maapetite Avenue
Baldwin-Graham Stove Foundry
Butler
Longer Hours at Standard Plant Increase Work Day
The Standard Steel Car company resumes a 10 hour day for all in the mechanical and motor truck departments after months of nine hour shifts. A number of additional employees were hired in recent days as production steps up at the northern Seventh ward plant.
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Standard Steel Car Company
Seventh Ward
Elks 10 Distribute Christmas Baskets in New Castle
The New Castle lodge of Elks will on Christmas Day provide baskets of food and warm clothing to needy families. Coal and other articles will be included as needed after careful review of cases. The group will also forgo the Christmas tree this year.
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New Castle
Morgan Insulted Cop Says Witnesses
Philip and Thomas Morgan were charged with drunkenness and resisting an officer after hearings before Mayor Harry J. Lusk. Witnesses testified the men insulted Policeman Thomas Augustine and resisted when told to move on. Both men pleaded not guilty and the mayor’s decision was expected that night.
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Philip
Thomas Morgan
Harry J. Lusk
Thomas Augustine
Aese
Seo
Delicatessen Ad at Coliseum Building
Fresh country butter 34c per pound and best creamery butter 34c per pound. Strictly fresh country eggs 39c per dozen and No 1 candled eggs 34c per dozen. Solid seat oysters 80c per gallon. Dressed chickens lic per pound. Good coffee pounds for 25c. Bel phone 381. We deliver. 10612
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Coliseum Bldg
Mill St. Bel
Special Sale on Ladies Desks and Music Cabinets
Frews advertises twenty five mahogany curly birch golden oak and birdseye maple ladies desks at one third off. Also offers music cabinets with a $7.50 value for 5.00 and golden oak cabinets valued at $9.00 for 6.00.
Snails Threaten Paris as French Vineyards Kill Off Slugs
Scarcity of snails in France grows as vineyard sprays kill both snails and phylloxera. Snail farms have started producing large crops, but demand in Paris remains unmet.
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France
Paris
The Dissatisfied and the Contented
The text contrasts contented people who enjoy what they have with dissatisfied ones who seek more. It argues the restless, never-pleased individuals would not fit earth or heaven and would find even a perfect domain too rigid or dull.
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Earth
Heaven
Prefer Cash to Checks in Mexico City Trade
Citizens favor spot cash over checks for sub thousand dollar deals. They find it easier to complete transactions with cash visible and view checks as slower though useful for larger sums.
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Mexico
The Philosopher of Folly Speaks on Slights
The Philosopher of Folly states he is not moved by slander yet grows irritated when no mention is made of him, insisting on public attention despite criticism. He claims personal superiority over rumors and press neglect alike.
Oratory Quality Noted by Classical Philosopher
Cicero praises oratory as an art, describing an eloquent speaker who handles humble topics with care yet can elevate lofty subjects and address moderate issues with restraint and dignity.
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Oratory
Cicero
The Enigma of Chance and the Coin Flip
A reflection on chance arguing that luck is unknown forces of nerve and muscle guiding a coin. It suggests that without understanding the physical and mental factors behind the half penny's leap and return, one cannot truly predict outcomes.
Why People Disappoint Quote Analysis
A concise reflection on why others seem mysterious and disappointing. The author argues we judge others using our own mental books, mirroring how we misunderstand ourselves, with George Meredith as the attribution. The tone is aphoristic and contemplative.
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George Meredith
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Rosenblum
Ent Ees
Dollis
Iron Toys
Penrose
Ernst
Sli
Felicba
D.r.bollard
Chas. A. Reed
Davis, Cooke & Co
Greer
Kmas
J. Evens
Standard
Lewis Heeke
Sam Lewis
Ashland Avenue
New
Hk. A. Nichols
New Case
Mr. Lewis
Missouri
Kansas
Iowa
Ward Brown
Jesse Brown
University of Pittsburg
V. Brown
Osverts Wasp
Joe Downs
South Cedar Street
Lawrence Junction
Downs
Jones and Laughlin Steel Mills
Sevexnto Ward
Hart
George Bordon
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
New Castle Junction
Envventa Ward
Henry Miller
Elks 10
New Castle Lodge
Morgan
Paisley Pharmacy
Pittsburgh Street
Croton Avenue
Bibles
Metzler
Philosopher of Folly
the Philosopher of Folly
Hniskel
Holloway
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