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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1900
Page
6
The piece argues for one carefully prepared ballot reform measure to pass, warning that factional division among reformers could help opponents. It notes political forces in counties shaping state convention outcomes and stresses prudent, unified action. A closing reference mentions international courtesy observed by the Sultan toward Kentucky.
The House military affairs committee reports HB Army Bill promoting General Shafter to major general for retirement, despite critics arguing he mismanaged Santiago and that promotion is irregular. It urges ending army favoritism and punishing Shafter and Pagan figures to protect service discipline.
The group grumbled about the contract winner chosen on price alone. They lament the outcome as a drop in status and a clear victory for the lowest bidder.
Pittsburg ballot reformers advance a primary election bill to the Harrisburg opening. The measure. similar to the Reator bill, sets statewide primaries for the first Tuesday after the first Monday in January and June, under regular election boards. It bans pay for votes, false returns, intimidation, improper influence, and other election offenses.
The author contrasts Democratic and Republican eras, arguing that subsidies harm American shipping by favoring large corporations. It condemns protective tariffs and government subsidies as un-American, urging free ships and removal of artificial restrictions to restore a healthy, privately driven merchant marine.
The suggestion of using gin in a Christmas stocking to stabilize seasonal business reflects a standard remedy and aligns with customary practice. The remark frames a traditional approach to ensure retailers begin the holiday period with solid footing.
A convention of the American Federation of Labor assembles in Louisville, Kentucky representing about a million and a half workers. Delegates plan to push for a national eight hour law alien labor contract restrictions and review Frye ship subsidy effects while considering compulsory arbitration. The gathering follows Congress and aims to shape labor policy for the new century.
The highest labor representative will press measures before Congress. A national eight hour law passed the House but failed in the Senate. The Louisville convention will focus on advancing labor legislation and organizing to support lawmakers. Kruger compares Coventry to exile under the German Emperor.
The third semi annual session in New Orleans showcases North and South speakers on Southern development. Colonel N F Thompson, secretary of the organization and former Johnstown Iron Works official, argues for practical capital and labor solutions. He urges North South unity to drive widespread prosperity.
Chicago launches a citywide religious census to map faith communities as it eyes a broader societal reform for the new century. Officials say the survey will aid planning and social programs amid shifting demographics.
In a recent case a policeman was acquitted after claiming an accidental shooting during arrest. Judge Biddle instructed jurors that no officer may fire a revolver except to defend himself, condemning unnecessary force and stressing the distinction between fleeing and resisting arrest. He praises the ruling as a needed public service to curb police violence.
The gang appears less visible as spotlights intensify, a curious dynamic noted by observers. Authorities say brightness paradox may affect surveillance and public awareness during patrols.
Chairman Donnelly called on Democratic ward committees to watch new assessment lists for fictitious names. He noted a proper enrollment is essential for a fair February election. With Democrats in the minority, vigilance and exposure of padding by assessors rest with party members in every ward.
The remark argues the nation should select a preferred canal route and begin digging rather than delay, urging proactive construction on an isthmian waterway. It emphasizes decisive action and exploitation of a chosen path.
City officials debate funding measures with a sarcastic remark about a spasm of economy and civic pride. The report notes partisan divides and budgeting priorities, highlighting contentious allocations and the mood inside the chamber.
Today and Friday calendar lists multiple city committee sessions. Fire and health, property for a new Fifteenth ward fire house, education and hygiene panels meet, with bids opened in Room 24 and other rooms.
Long finance committee session sees Director English pressed by James McNichol over 1901 Public Safety budget items including $5,000 for a New Year celebration, $4,740 for school filter connections, and $1,870 to reallocate bulkhead funds. Sub committee bars salary increases and plans to refer matters to full Council.
The city faces a budget scramble as Catharine Second proposes shifting funds to the Park Commissioners for Memorial Hall care, diverting 11 000 to the Board of Education for the school census and creating a new registering clerk position in the Receiver of Taxes office. The Director faces scrutiny over larger-than-budget requests for station houses, river docks, and other city needs, with debates over police parade costs, nuisance removal, fire horses, underground service, conduits, and wharves.
Rome obituary notes Abby Sage Richardson dramatist poet critic and translator died in Rome aged widow of Albert Deane Richardson long time New York Tribune correspondent. She had lived abroad since October 16 and leaves sons Sage and novelist William Sage. her works include Familiar Talks and Abelard and Heloise.
New York December 5 At the forty second annual convention of Mechanical Engineers the following officers were elected President 8 T Wellman Cleveland vice presidents David Townsend Philadelphia J M Smith New York J M Dodge Philadelphia Stevenson Taylor Hoboken N J Arthur M Waitt New York Ambrose Swasey Cleveland managers Edgar C Felton Harrisburg Pa R H Soule New York City John A Brashear Allegheny Pa A M Goodale Waltham Mass Francis H Boyer Somerville Mass Alfred H Raynal Washington W F M Goss Lafayette Ind DeCourcey May Beranton Pa D & Jacobus Hoboken N J treasurer William H Wiley New York City Papers read by H Del Parsons on boiler strength rules Charles T Porter on early engineering period and Robert H Thurston on a high efficiency steam engine
London reports the Queen will deliver the briefest speech ever with one sentence noting Parliament has sanctioned pie supplies for the army. Foreign relations are not mentioned and will be addressed in February’s session opening.
Fourth annual donation day at Frederick Douglass Memorial Hospital and Training School on Lombard Street. Various incidents include thefts, a building collapse, a pipe theft from Forrest building, embezzlement plea by David G. Bye, a boy's attempted choleraform robbery, bail set for two residents over forcible entry, and a series of magistrate actions. A lecture by Stewart Culin on Indigenous West tribes occurred at Weidner Hall.
Society pages report arrivals and greetings aboard the St. Louis and at Philadelphia gatherings. Debutantes Miss Frances Margaret Bradford and Miss Honora Dixon are featured with hostesses Mrs. George McCall and Mrs. Henry Dixon. Numerous dinners, teas, dances, and theatre parties are noted at residences and clubs, with families like the Drexels, Lorillards, Biddles, and Wetherills hosting and receiving guests across December occasions.
The program lists several shows and venues including The Soldiers Queen at Theatres Auditorium, The Monks of Malabar at Chestnut, Naughty Anthony and Mad Butterfly at Chestnut St, Ben Hur at Eleventh Street Opera House, The Two Sisters at Grand Opera House, Vaudeville at Keith's Theatre and Lyceum, Rose Hill English Folly at Ninth & Arch Museum, and other acts such as Across the Continent at Trocardero and Twentieth Century Maids at Walnut.
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