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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1901
Page
3
Statement argues railway bills require solid funding not debt and urges Mr. Quay and allies to begin construction without delay to ensure completion by allocating real money.
Special to THE PHILADELPHIA TIMES from HARRISBURG June 5 details a debate over the Foeht and Emery bills to promote an Elevated and Underground Railroad plan. Insurance Commissioner Israel W. Durham declines specifics on a new company yet says filings are imminent, while Senator Flinn denies involvement. The governor’s signature is not expected for several days as bills race toward enactment in a six day record pace.
Special to The Philadelphia Inquirer Harrisburg June 5 The Focht and Embery Street Railway bills clear the House on final passage amid swift debate Amendments for three cent fares are defeated Proponents warn of haste and monopoly Ikeler protests the bill as a hidden power grab Emery bill passes 151 to 31 with partisan remarks and Senate concurrence follows amid party maneuvering and charter prospects
A New York man recounts sudden gastritis while weighing 185 pounds. After trying many cures, he quits coffee and starts Postum and Grape-Nuts breakfast, reporting rapid relief, weight gain, and restored appetite within a day.
Li Hung Chang sent a urgent demand to General Ma to mobilize 10000 Chinese troops to Central Chihli as allied forces evacuate the area. Yuan Shih Kai’s governor troops expected to occupy Pekin within fifteen days. Count Von Waldersee left Taku on the Hertha for Kobe. A fire in the Forbidden City damaged a library of manuscripts after a heavy rain halted spread.
In Boston on June 5 Judge Bell directed a verdict for Mrs Mary G Eddy founder of the Christian Science Church in the libel suit brought by Mrs Josephine Curtis Woodbury for 150000. Woodbury's lawyer argued over church beliefs and Mrs Eddy's authority with court objections noted. The jury was told to find against Woodbury as the case failed.
Mrs. Sarah Higginbotham remains unconscious after a Tuesday assault. Police pursue the suspected servant girl while an officer stays at the hospital for signs of recovery. The unknown man’s visit is deemed uninformative. Samuel Moore was released as a witness. The victim’s son John remains in serious condition and the two other children are with relatives at the hospital.
Madrid reports a critical situation with ongoing arrests in Corunna and a threatened general strike. Railway workers have walked out at Vigo and anarchist unrest grows in Barcelona. Dissident Liberal leader Gamasteo warns the crisis is grave and urges decisive government action against Catalan and Separatist movements.
General Chaffee and two Ninth Infantry companies arrived from Taku. Debates over uniting Morong with Manila stalled the provincial reorganization as Morong delegates demand separate government and some favor annexation. Harold M. Pitt of Evans & Co. admits receiving fifty cases of bacon from Ex-Captain Barrows as security for money.
The Nagasaki Press cites Vladivostock sources that St Petersburg has urged Japan to cede Dalny and Port Arthur in exchange for Russia allowing an ice free port in Corea. Russia aims to secure a port agreement should Japan abstain from opposing Russia’s Corea access.
The Porte paid France 100000 dollars, the balance of compensation for Armenian massacres losses. Embassy officials are being felicitated by other foreign officials in the city.
June 5 report from Constantinople says German marines captured one of the Fersan Islands in the Sea and plan to use it as a coaling station. The Sultan intends to seek an explanation from the Kaiser.
Four thousand Ulster tenant farmers met yesterday and passed a resolution favoring compulsory sale of land. The yacht Caress, owned by Dr. W. Barton Hopkins of Philadelphia, sailed from Greenock for this port. The report notes various items including a birth certificate and officials described as Surge te.
Lord James of Hereford acts as arbitrator in Scotland, ordering a 12 percent wage cut for miners from June 6 to July 31. The coal masters had pressed for a full shilling daily reduction, but the decision ends at sixpence per day.
The Emperor and Empress in Berlin received Baroness Von Ketteler formerly Maud Ledyard of Detroit. Her husband, the German Minister to China, was killed in Peking during the Boxer uprising. She was decorated with the highest class of the Louise Order.
A Rome dispatch says claims of the Pope's fainting are false. He met Cardinal Rampotta and Luigi Macchi, Papal Secretary of State, and Dr. Lapponi states the Pope's health is excellent.
London reports negotiations underway to create a daily paper run entirely by women following the Paris published outlet Froude. The plan aims to establish women in editorial and management roles at a new London morning newspaper.
Special to The Philadelphia Times reports Army and Navy orders from Washington. Capt Frank A Grant transfers accountability in New York then sails to Manila to join the Division of the Philippines for duty. Other transfers and promotions include Dodds to Twenty-sixth Infantry and Wise to Ninth Infantry, plus naval detachments and officer commissions.
Washington June 5 The President announced naval appointments awarding ranks to multiple officers. Named are Commander Lewis C Heller Lieutenant Commander Charles N Atwater Lieutenant Harry Kimmell George McElroy and several lieutenants including Walter Crosley Jamie Sneenie Wat Clu et eSe re ae Jonas H Molden Thomas Kearney Arthur Mechriver Charles Tozer Joseph F Mac rail and others with Marine Corps additions George Bareatt.
The fourth class Postmaster for Maryland P lynn Blue Mountain was speciat ed yesterday. The War Department keeps Atlantic service transports. Spe will not be sold after all. Porto Rico Secretary Hunt arrived in Washington on leave and met with the President and Secretaries Hay and Root. Turkish Minister Shekib Bey will arrive in Washington soon from Constantinople. current Minister AU Ferrouh Bey departs on arrival.
Laundry at 708 Oxford street suffered a blaze of unknown origin. Dwelling at 1119 Lombard street occupied by Mary Page damaged by an explosion of an au stove. Frame dwelling at 3529 Filbert street occupied by Joseph Stepp damaged by hot ashes. Cider saloon run by Fred Foster at 814 Green street had slight loss after workmen upset a fire pot on the roof.
A public notice lists missing individuals including Martin Schneck 12 and Charles Schneck 18 from 3113 Page street since Tuesday and David Greenberg 40 of 336 South Front street missing since last Thursday. Also referenced is John 18 from 2310 Bolton street.
George Weber aged 40 of 700 South Tenth street died of heart disease. Percy B. Gressinger six months of 1021 North Fifth was found dead in bed. Mary L. Wilkinson 71 of 440 Lyceum street died at St. Timothy's Hospital from injuries after a May 26 fall.
In Tit-Bits, Titmarsh tells a friend he received many rejected manuscripts. The remark hints at tension as he notes an unrelated quarrel and a terse reply about ambitions to shine as an author.
A Philadelphia developed ideal patent leather called Ideal Kid is certified by its maker and branded with a trademark tag for shoes sold by Wolff. The piece criticizes older patent leathers as unreliable and highlights a guaranteed modern standard touted by trusted suppliers.
A clearance featuring hundreds of hammocks from samples with large savings. Prices range from 75 cents to 2.95 dollars, including bed sizes 72 by 36 and 78 by 36, with valances, damask weave, and steel or wooden spreaders. Accessories like ropes and hooks also discounted. Fourth floor central elevators.
Knabe pianos offered to members at a low weekly price of $2.50 with no interest and no extras as the Knabe Piano Club announces closure in less than three weeks. The sale promises substantial savings on regular styles, with the firm declining to alter or cheapen any piano for the deal. Seventh floor.
A Milwaukee musician recalls Stephen Foster born July 4 1826 in Pittsburg and died January 18 1864 in New York. Foster's first published song Open Thy Lattice Love in 1842 and Beautiful Dreamer in 1862 reflect a simple melodic style and empathy for slave life. His grave rests in Allegheny Cemetery near Pittsburg.
A Brooklyn woman who cannot read or write becomes highly educated by listening and conversing with companions. Her early lack of schooling due to distance and family duties gave way to years of self education as a widow. She now enjoys vast knowledge despite never having learned to read.
A catalog of shirt waist suits on offer on the second floor features washables in percale at $2.50 with plain colors stripes or figures. Designs include sailor collars white pique trim and bishop sleeves. Additional styles include taffeta pongee grass linen and lawn options priced from $3.95 to $10.00 with clusters of tucks and flounces.
Obituary notice for Ray Tupper son of George H. Tupper and Mary Riker who died at 19. Funeral set for 2 PM Friday from 1317 Latons Street with interment at Mount Moriah Cemetery. Noted for flawless accounts and a long record with firemen and police.
Rome dispatch notes the Papal Noble Guard marking the centennial of its reestablishment in 1801 under Pope Pius VII. The corps, first formed in 1484, serves as the papal ceremonial guard and carries the red zacchetto for absent cardinals, with a long history of hereditary leadership and duties at papal functions.
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