Reform Wave in Chester County
Special Telegram to The Times. West Chester June 5. At the Republican convention Chairman H. Morgan Ruth led a calm session with no friction. One ballot chose Assembly candidates for the Northern district William P. Coryell and A. M. F. Stiteler. Other ticket nominees were by acclamation. The platform urged strict oleomargarine laws, dairy oversight, fair taxation, primary reform, and bans on money in politics. Harry O. Garber chaired county committee proceedings.
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Spring City
Thomas Lack
West Cluster
Department of Agriculture
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Berwyn
Berks County Democrats Name Officers as Convention Chooses Chair
Reading June 5 The Berks county Democratic convention met in the Court House with an all day session. John F. Ancona was reelected county chairman Jacob B Esser of Kutztown was reelected secretary Frederick Neudoerffer of Reading was chosen treasurer Delegates voted to hold Congressional primaries on June 23 and the convention the following Tuesday The instructed delegate system was adopted and B J Morris was proposed for State central committee but declined amid debate over party leadership The long session featured a hot contest for the Senate nomination with candidates including E Flood and later E Herrold and A Frere among those considered for the post
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Chambersburg Commencement Report at Rosedale Opera House
The commencement exercises of the Chambersburg Academy were held tonight in the Rosedale Opera House. An overflowing audience witnessed the program as graduates appeared and received diplomas amid a festive, formal atmosphere.
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Commencement at Wilson Alumnae Form Music Hall Fund
Wilson College alumnae music department organized an association of over 400 members to raise funds for a new music hall. Next June a college banquet will be held. officers include President Mary Stribling and Vice President Ida V Green. Class day exercises occurred on the campus before a large audience.
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Martinsburg
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Ladelphia
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Falsington
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Pottsville
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Chambersnee
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Monongahela
Execution of William Hummel Chills Williamsport Crowd
William Hummel, convicted of killing his wife and her three children in Black Hole Valley on November 16, was hanged at 10 50 this morning. About 200 persons were admitted to the rail yard to witness the execution, while the streets upon the four sides of the institution were quiet.
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Impeachment Drive Emerges From Democratic Convention
At the Democratic county convention in Bellefonte, calls mounted to impeach Governor William A. Stone. The push cites alleged constitutional violations including vetoes reducing the school fund and appointments to the U S Senate, with a vote approving the resolution a show of strong anti governor sentiment.
Veterans Gather for Gettysburg Encampment Activities
Gettysburg hosts the thirty fourth annual Pennsylania Department G A B encampment with veterans arriving by train to hotels and streets. President McKinley will not attend the parade and review tomorrow as expected. Activities include regimental reunions, department meetings, campfires, and a Women's Relief Corps reception with about 300 delegates.
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Crozer Seminary Alumni Address and Commencement Plans
Chester reports the Crozer Seminary Alumni Address given by Rev. Dr. F. W. Boatwright at Upland Baptist Church with a crowded turnout. Trustees met, Weston’s report read, and twenty five graduates to receive diplomas at J. P. Crozer Hall while Dr. Weston presides.
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West Chester Normal Examinations Begin at 7 45 A M
Deputy Superintendent John Q Stewart inspected psychology for seniors and reading for juniors at the West Chester Normal School as 133 seniors and 154 juniors sit daytime exams. Stewart then departed for Gettysburg to attend the State encampment of the G A R.
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Reading
Gettysburg
EasTon Census Superintendent Seip Settles Fraud Case
Easton June 5 Harry G Seip a Census superintendent for the district reached a settlement with the Criminal Court over a February election fraud indictment. He pleaded mon vuh contendre and paid costs 51.06. Additional election fraud cases are expected to settle similarly.
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Harry G. Seip
Seto
State Political Notes Highlight Local officials and bids
Died Monday night Mount Carmel ex Chief Burgess J. P. Zimmerman, a Northumberland Republican figure. YP postmasters named B Black and W B Gleason at various towns. Unionis William A Feist of White Haven. Upper Merion School Board deadlocked over raising funds by tax or reducing months from ten to nine. Tioga Potter McKean senatorial conference in Coudersport. Myron Matson and W Crittenden named. Quay-aligned candidates, no clear nomination expected. Ex State Senator Joseph H Shull seeks county judgeship. Tamaqua Courier notes activity around the race.
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White Haven
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Tioga
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Himsel Self
Tamaqua
Coroner's Jury to Hear If Brown Died by Foul Play
Coroner's jury will be empaneled to decide if David Brown died from foul play after a mysterious death in his Sixth ward home. He reportedly suffered numbness and pain in his limbs before collapsing. a brick house scene and a woman witnessed the events. The inquest is expected to determine cause and any criminal aspects.
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Foreign Miners Going Home Hope in Greensburg
A Greensburg report notes a mass exodus of Hungarian and Pelé workers from coke regions. The article cites hundreds preparing to leave and return to homeland areas amid rising tensions and labor shifts.
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Two Men Injured Stealing Ride On Freight Car
Thomas G Brennan of Girardville and Michael Gilroy of Pittsburg were found unconscious atop a freight car near Port Clinton after being struck by an overhead bridge. Conductor Hess and rescuers rushed them to Reading Hospital where Brennan suffered a crushed skull and Gilroy an extensive brain concussion in a critical condition.
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Michael Gilroy
Pittsburg
Charles Hess
Port Clinton
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Miner Henry Ridley Killed in Greensburg Scott Mines Disaster
Greensburg June 5 Henry Ridley a well known miner was killed today when a fall of slate and coal pies struck him near the gorge on the Scott mines. Seon Beck was badly injured by a fall of slate at the same mine.
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Firemen’s Association selects officers at annual session
The Four County Firemen's Association met in Stroudsburg with President R B Keller presiding. Delegates arrived, committees met, and A L Reichenbach and Charles Secklemen spoke on education and benefits. Banquet led by toast master A Mitchell Palmer followed. New officers include President T F Frederick and Vice Presidents William Beck and Milton Bernhard.
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Opening Sessions of the American Medical Association in Atlantic City
Thousands of physicians attend the fifty first annual meeting in Atlantic City with about 2000 on the floor and itinerant delegates. President Keen urges member papers and public health and finance discussions while sessions and banquets mark the opening day across multiple hotels.
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Fatally Burned in Fire at Hackensack Mansion
Hackensack N J June 5 A fire tore through the handsome mansion of J Don causing fatal burns to a woman who perished in a blaze while others escaped uninjured The loss is estimated at $75 with extensive damage to the structure and contents.
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Poisoning on Market Street Ends in Death in Newark
Pedestrians along Market Street witnessed a well dressed man drain a bottle and collapse on the pavement. He had swallowed what was described as acid and died shortly after, his age given as between 22 and 43 amid uncertain details. In Millville, Aunt Milly Thompson reportedly aged 80 to 110 passed away, with the obituary noting disputed dates.
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New Jersey Briefs On Fires Damage Donner Mansion
Fire damaged the mansion of the late J. O Donner of a sugar company about a mile from a corner. The loss was around 75000 dollars. A mill and homestead of Joseph R. Dunn near Bonlentoes were burned late Monday.
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Man Refuses Food in New Brunswick Jail
Charles BE Van Sickle lies near death in the county jail at New Brunswick after five days without nourishment. Authorities judge him demented and responsible for his own decline as he remains without food and is moved within the jail.
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Runaway Horse Triggers Explosive Trail in Town
A runaway horse caused chaos by dragging a trail of explosives through the town last night. The incident sent a wagon into the air, startling residents and prompting emergency response as authorities investigated the bizarre event and its dangerous cargo.
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KEW Companies Incorporated Forming in Trenton
June 5 filing records show new incorporations in Trenton including The Storey Motor and Machine Company with capital of 3,500,000 to manufacture electric and pneumatic machinery. Directors listed include A Jenks James H Young and Redolph all of Jersey City. The National Metal Company seeks capital to mine and process metals. Other entries reference Wood E and Samuel Ott with unclear roles.
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