The Money Consideration Debate in New York Theatres
A fragmented essay questions whether money makes morality in theater regulation. It cites Fire Commissioner Sturgis and New York law on theatre licenses, arguing safety should trump patron freedoms while revenue should not be harmed. The piece laments enforcement gaps and questions if law should be softened to protect entertainment profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sturgis
New York
Gan
Uae
Mm Sidney
Connecticut Representation Reform Debated at Convention
The Connecticut Convention debates whether cities like New Haven with 150 population should have proportional legislative representation or share the same number of seats as smaller towns. The issue centers on whether the state’s historic basis of representation, set when cities were few, should persist or adapt to modern urban sizes. New Haven and Hartford now have as many legislators as towns with 1000 population, highlighting ongoing tensions between equal city versus rural representation.
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New Haven
Emall
Connecticut
Wien
Maven
Hartford
Cut convention debate on retention of the old plan
A fragment notes a convention today where proponents contend for keeping the old plan. The passage raises a quip about logic being used to argue for any plan, even if controversial, reflecting debate norms of the era.
Equal Representation in Oregon Politics Sparks Tense Debate
The piece argues that eastern Oregon should have equal general recognition in state leadership, contending western Oregon overreacts to mentions of eastern candidates. It claims westerners fear losing influence and laments the nerves caused by this political tension across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Oreton
Bee Tomaliam
Java
Rosebery on the Boer War and peace terms
Lord Rosebery argues for a liberal amnesty and broad rights for Boers who pledge allegiance, rejects independence, and favors settling disputes with business leaders. He criticizes the Kitchener proclamation, backs gradual reform, and urges ending wartime costs by pursuing peace and reconciliation in South Africa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kiruwz
Lowden
Lin
South Africa
Lord Kitchener
General Botha
Great Britain
Lord Rosebery
Home Rule Debate Pushes Local Taxation Freedom
Johnstown Democrats push local option in taxation arguing residents are competent to set their own rates and revenue methods. The piece cites state and international examples, noting home rule gains in New Zealand and Australia while urging practical, limited experiments to test fiscal freedom.
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Newel
Getta
Tuafion
Auil
Hinmell
New Zealay
Johnstown Democrat
Scrofula Cured After 6 8 8 Treatment Claims
Richard Waskon of Golden Corners, Dio, recalls a severe scrofula outbreak at nineteen with neck glands swelling, sores, and arm risings. After iodide and other medicines failed, he followed 6.8.8. treatment and reports complete cure with no signs left.
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Richard Waskon
Golden Corners
Dnio
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Jew Potture
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Pendleton
Oregon Lumber Yard
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Wailer
Iear Malu
Neagle &Ros
Pendleton, Oregon
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Havingy Bank Building
Pendleton. Or
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Pencey
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Kentucky
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Louvre
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R. Forster
Pry
J. L. Ray &Colling
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Margion
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Chicago Stock Chicago Board of Trade
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