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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1897
Page
6
Hastings laments lack of fiscal discipline in Harrisburg and argues for the strongest possible economy in state government paired with new revenue sources. He warns that ongoing business stringency demands that the legislature curb waste while ensuring essential charites and services are funded.
Readers question Chapman's prison fare amid rumors of indulgent meals and scarce reflection time. Officials have yet to confirm specifics, leaving critics to wonder about the cost and purpose of the food served.
The unrelated remark notes senators are not used to rapid railroad-style proceedings, but expresses hope the tariff bill will pass on the planned timetable.
A legislative committee probes prison care for the criminal insane and weighs temporary wards versus a separate asylum. It cites the New York model at 1.9 million dollars for 009 inmates and stresses timely report to guide deliberate action amid finances.
A committee discusses attaching wards for the insane to state prisons and listening to Judge Gordon’s sworn charges of fraud brutality perjury and murder. It urges inviting Gordon to name witnesses and rejoin the inquiry or face public defamation claims while noting the need for more medical capacity.
The statement argues that the senators deserve any compensation or entitlement they claim for opposing or abstaining from monopoly protection measures, highlighting political stance and accountability.
The Supreme Court affirms a fixed seven percent debt cap for cities and rejects the prior two percent increase rule without voter approval. Philadelphia must seek explicit elector assent for any new indebtedness beyond the limit, shaping future public works and budget decisions. The ruling clarifies authority for councils and the executive to propose debt increases, pending voter approval at the next election.
The remark implies a turning point as enterprises expect improved conditions without extreme concessions. It suggests growth will resume once fears ease and strategic flexibility returns, signaling renewed confidence for firms and investors alike.
The American Medical Association holds its fiftieth annual meeting in Philadelphia this week, viewed as the great representative congress of the profession nationwide. Any physician in good standing through state or county society can attain membership, with accredited delegates reflecting broad professional attainment.
Close observers note some patriots who fear the party drifts toward destruction feel safer when granted a post to hold. The idea is to stabilize influence as internal tensions surface.
A Victorian era warning urges enforced calm cycling with fines and police presence on busy streets. It argues bicyclists should ride seven miles per hour, respect pedestrians, and that authorities must protect walkers while riders claim vehicle rights.
The Commercial Museums building hosts sessions focusing on official reports and visiting delegates with emphasis on boosting American commerce. Mayor Warwick urges city decoration to greet the president Cabinet and diplomats, inviting business leaders to showcase hospitality during the conference week.
Years ago Alexander Burton aided by Henry Bauer and Carl Nold attempted to kill H. C. Frick, superintendent of Homestead Mills. Bauer and Nold were jailed, released, and Pittsburgh anarchists held a public picnic with violent speeches and drink. Police dispersed the event and arrested leaders to uphold government order.
Statement condemns anarchists entering the country, accusing them of lawlessness and disrespect for civil order. It calls for stringent national laws to forbid admission of this “rabble” from the old world and asserts their aim to overthrow law and citizens’ rights.
The umpire debates who has the authority to call players in or out, highlighting ongoing tribulations over proper out of bounds and fair judgment during play.
The House committee on elections favors seating William H. Leh, a Republican, over Democrat Adam Shiffer after a split along party lines. Shiffer won a majority of legal votes, but 181 votes for him came from a Jeffersonian ticket column, which Leh contests as illegal though honest. The panel urges prompt ballot-law reform to avoid future injustices, noting the need for a free ballot without narrow technicalities.
OM WATSON of Georgia attacks Populist Chairman Marion Butler and urges William Jennings Bryan to declare whether he is Populist or Democrat. He accuses Butler of fusion efforts with Republicans to aid a 1900 presidency bid and calls for Butler and Bryan to hoist the Populist flag or exit the movement.
The piece suggests that efforts to soothe Turkey's anger may falter due to the country's reputation for disregarding music, highlighting a clash between cultural tension and artistic outreach.
Business in the banks and exchanges of the principal cities was suspended. It has taken two days to celebrate one holiday, a waste of time that could have been prevented by concerted action of state legislatures. Whether the day is Saturday or Monday, celebrating on both days is unnecessary. Memorial Day was celebrated in so many states yesterday.
The American Exhibition Company unveils two giant moving picture and advertisement plants at Washington Park and Atlantic City. Open for inspection now, with exhibitions starting June 5 and June 19 respectively, inviting business leaders to utilize this striking outdoor medium to reach large crowds.
Washington May 31 Present McKinley conferred degrees on about fifty graduates of the senior and post graduate classes at the annual commencement exercises in the city. The theatre was crowded with notable onlookers. President Grant began the ritual and was followed by Presidents Hayes Arthur and Cleveland. Senator Thurston of Nebraska delivered the annual address and George N Brown of Wyoming gave the senior class valedictory.
A string of satirical lines mocks Greek tremors and U S political figures. It parodies senators and editors, noting misstatements and quarrels, with quips about Tillman Reed and Clevelandism. The excerpt closes with garbled lines reflecting fragmented OCR.
A long account recalls the 1878 Manhattan Savings Institution heist and the Byrnes led chase. It claims Johnny Hope innocence, details Byrnes role, and hints at elder James Hope and a planned return of securities valued in the millions.
Six converts were baptized in the Tomstown dam in May 81 marking the first Mormon church addition in the Cumberland Valley. Elder Oshua Selley from Salt Lake City led services and was named president of the Western Pennsylvania Conference, succeeding Elder Cornelius Richardson who left for Utah. Funds are secured to build a stone church at Tomstown, the first in Pennsylvania.
The German ski Ebenezer Captain Schumacher from ntos Brazil and the American bark Wandering Jew remain at Reedy Island quarantine station. Some crews show scurvy like illness. One death occurred during Ebenezer’s voyage, several others are seriously ill. Release likely today.
The Fairmount Park Commission committee on land purchases and damages led by David W. Sellers inspected a Lincoln avenue strip near Chestnut Hill. George C. Thomas offers to donate the ground to the city for park expansion.
The item lists Emma Eames born in Shanghai, Dr Edward C Otis becoming president of the American Climatological Association, Lord Wolseley advancing with Life of Marlborough, ex Senator Ingalls declining a Congress bid, Bishop Merrill receiving a fellowship cup in Chicago, Prince Maximilian of Saxony ordered to leave England for health reasons, and Be-Govarese Goodell of Now Alan pebi in a mixed historical round of notes.
The column notes varied Memorial Day observations in New York and New Jersey with heavy rail travel as families visit graves. It also lists society events including Miss Sara Richards Dounton’s wedding reception, a Williamsburg minister’s wife preaching, and Stratford Museum visitors such as Prince Poniatowski.
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