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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1900
Page
6
The 12th decennial census starts today across election divisions to tally population above 70 million. Enumerators will collect ages nativity occupations home ownership and life on farms and mines while protecting individual privacy. Citizens should cooperate and provide accurate information for public statistical use.
Dispatch from Pretoria notes Roslyn overstated British advance. Lord Roberts waits outside Johannesburg to clear remaining Boers before entry. Boers still fight briefly but expect imminent end. Pretoria’s occupation marks decisive war outcome with civil rights hoped for.
An editorial urges immediate ballot reform through universal personal voter registration and the Australia n style ballot. It argues for annual or biannual taxes as qualification, uniform statewide registration, single column candidacy lists, and court recounts on petition to combat fraud.
The excerpt notes how age is blamed for sentiment yet life provides occasions that counter that view. It contrasts harsh critics with bright, radiant people who illuminate life’s gloom and suggests it is a pleasure to reflect on such moments.
The passage notes jurors choosing a symbolic blue ribbon instead of a formal verdict, signaling sympathy through a flowers and ribbons gesture. It questions how such custom arose and whether it will spread, but praises its poetic attempt to ease a harsh process.
Secretary Long, aiming for second place, quips that all poets are dead as the campaign lyre gears up for the season. The remark frames the political mood and hints at forthcoming rhetoric.
The speaker warns against U S landings in Pekin to protect interests amid an insurrection dominated by secret societies. He notes foreign forces totaling about 3850 and argues Russia and Japan influence the crisis while urging the U S to avoid direct landing and prolonged involvement.
The owners and managers of St. Louis rail terminal stock valued at five million dollars transfer the entire amount to Washington University. One founder Mr Cupples nears death and wishes the gift fulfilled in his lifetime. The other officer stays as manager without salary, with all proceeds to the university. This stands as one of the era’s largest education gifts and signals strong private support for the institution.
A brimming survey traces the cocktail’s rise from ancient myths to colonial-adventurer tales. It credits Colonel Carter of Culpeper Court House with inventing the cocktail, recalls Ganymede’s cup bearer role, and notes the mint julep’s misnamed lineage and the Tom and Jerry origin.
The Walnut Lane School and Wellesley Preparatory Academy held graduation in the assembly room at 11 am yesterday. Rev. Charles R. Erdman and Bishop Leighton Coleman addressed the graduates, who included Edith Howell, Elsie Burnett Malone, Ella Nichols, Agnes Shaw, Anne Van der Graffesteele, Carolyn Rebecca Straus, Bertha Wieson, Helen Virginia Winn, Eleanor Jet Bennett and others from Germantown and nearby towns.
The East River bridge commissioners opened bids for Manhattan and Brooklyn approaches. Kings Bridge Company of Cleveland proposed $1,000,000 for Brooklyn and $1,500,000 for Manhattan. New Jersey Steel and Iron Works also submitted bids for Brooklyn and Manhattan contracts.
Washington May 31 The Grout Oleomargarine bill prompted two reports from the House Agriculture Committee with the majority led by Representative Henry Connecticut arguing that frauds and illegal sales thrive on imitation butter. The minority favors legitimate commerce and calls for safeguards while noting enforcement gaps and the need to prevent unmarked or wholesale violations.
The item catalogs a jumble of names and policy takeaways from the era, mentioning Edmund F. Swanberg’s bank appointment, Bryan’s pro Boer stance, and comments about military academies. It weaves together figures like Bishop Potter and Potent political voices, plus social crusades and a stray note about England’s standards.
The notice lists several entertainment venues and acts including Carmen Lyceum Little Egypt Burlesquers Ninth and Arch, Rose Sydell's London Belles, Mam'selle Hawkins, Trrocadero, Liberati's and Rosati's bands, Damrosch's Orchestra, and city parks such as Chestnut Hill Park Central Park Washington Park Willow Grove and Woodside Park. It references a Marine Band at the World’s Fair and the First Regiment Band in a compact event docket.
Boston Transcript items note Mr. and Mrs. Walter Lippincott and daughter Bertha leaving city for Alscot Bryn Mawr. Dr. and Mrs. Donnell Hughes sail for Europe on the Lucania for the summer. Invitations for readings by Mrs. Helen Hosmer MacDonald in Atlantic City. weddings and numerous summer moves among Philadelphia families with many social engagements and travel plans.
The Times reports six days remain in Congress as Republicans push a constitutional amendment enabling federal action against trusts and a bill to curb unlawful restraints and monopolies. Debates pit Republicans calling for effective law against a demoralized opposition, with votes expected tomorrow and Saturday amid cross party positions.
A case outlines an ejectment action by Jacob J. Hitechler against John Wiles Ragen and others over a street property below Twelfth. The rent due is stated as 1.451 percent with a five year lease starting January 18 last at 66.500 per year.
Thomes F. Campbell, living at 263 Pine Street, was sent to the House of Correction yesterday morning for the thirteenth time in his life. He states he does not...
Special Telegram from Pittsburg reports George T. Oliver has purchased the Pittsburg Commercial Gazette and will take possession of the property tomorrow. Negotiations ran for months and were completed yesterday with an official announcement due in the paper.
A terrific thunderstorm struck Norristown on May 31 shortly after 1 pm as heavy clouds and heavy rain arrived with hail noted in the afternoon weather alert.
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