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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1897
Page
7
An author offers creative ideas for a charity summer bazaar on a country house lawn. She describes novel cotton counter displays, linen shades, cretonne crafts, lamp shades, wire frames, crinkled paper decorations, and fabric-based housewares for sale to fund charity.
A detailed guide describes arranging a breakfast table with an oval cloth, silver service, and a full array of dishes from coffee urn to boiled eggs. It covers seating, plate placement, decorative touches, and the process of making coffee for a refined morning spread.
A New Jersey woman pledged not to speak another word until she could vote and kept the vow for ten years. Her husband opposed suffrage as a consequence, described by observers as a harsh result of her stand.
A column from The Feminine Observer notes on feminine vanity, fashion, and society. It mentions Mrs B D Roberts wearing black gowns, the Cornishs summering at Plymouth, and a wedding between Dr William Price and Mrs Dolores Walton. It also comments on Strawbridge outfits, shirtwaists, Cape May visits, and domestic views including parenting paradoxes.
A satirical critique of shopping hours and clerks in stores. It contrasts public hours with worker fatigue, noting clerks’ long shifts and the relief felt at closing time. The piece questions civilian impatience and gendered roles during the workday, ending with a plea for consideration.
A columnist cautions well balanced women about overindulgence in casual speech during summer freedom. She argues slang and vanity threaten dignity, urging adherence to refined manners despite open air flirtations and social ease. Ella Higginson quoted poem echoes seasonal renewal.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer quotes a man wooing Miss Sanderson on a Pike's Peak plateau. He believes her reactions prove love, but she attributes the signs to altitude. He decides not to pursue further advances.
Delaware County wheelmen clash with the Darby Telford Road Company over toll increases. Chester Bicycle Club and Woman’s Bicycle Club advocate a new route with lower tolls aided by the League of American Wheelmen. Telford argues the hike reflects usage while wheelmen urge fair pricing and a boycott to force a compromise.
The Delaware County Democratic free silver faction plans a mass meeting in Chester on June 15 with speakers including Congressman Towne Senator Faulkner Judge Flemming and National Chairman Jones. Party control rests with William H. Berry while old leaders are excluded. Charles Chaney seeks independent Director of the Poor with Democratic backing, amid Republican opposition.
PittsGrove New Jersey June 6 The tax sale for arrearages in Pittsgrove township was postponed after more than a hundred properties were advertised and about forty paid. Mortgagees and other interested parties pledged settlements, and many buyers were present despite the delay. Many properties were in the Lance colony inhabited by Russians.
A stated Cape May Cottagers' Association meeting was held at the Windsor Hotel with fair attendance. Members discussed actions to promote Cape May interests and the executive committee was tasked with a subscription issue for the advertising fund. Treasurer W H Reed resigned and Duncan Lawrence Busby was elected his successor.
John McComa a 35 year old Philadelphia motorman was beaten by three tramps and left on Pennsylvania Railroad tracks near New Brunswick. He crawled to a telegraph tower for help and was taken to Wells Memorial Hospital in critical condition. Six suspects were arrested but he could not identify any of them.
Samuel and William Werscheky were arrested in Carmel New Jersey by Detectives Lore and Watkins on charges of horse stealing. Authorities allege they are part of a Maryland gang active in South Jersey for years. Bail was refused and they remain in jail.
Long Branch faces a new trolley war delaying the Atlantic Highlands extension. The Long Branch Board granted a franchise to extend the line to Second Avenue, linking with the Atlantic Coast Electric Railroad. An injunction by the T Newing heirs blocked Cypress street crossing but workers surged ahead, crossing the street overnight and preparing to plant poles. The injunction will be argued in Newark before Chancellor McGill tomorrow morning.
National Committeeman Frank Campbell says the Democratic party in New York will not push Chicago platform issues in fall local races. He urges home rule and states parties outside New York City may run local elections without State or national interference. Campbell notes success in Greater New York could boost next year’s statewide ticket. He confirms the national committee does not seek to dictate New York’s local issues.
In Wilkes Barre on June 6 a bold early morning theft shattered the long time dry goods store safe at Jonas Long on Public Square and West Market. The door was blown, papers and about fifty dollars in change taken. police hunt a likely same gang behind a prior Allentown break in with $900 stolen.
A June 6 telegram notes warm primaries across the county with Quay supporters winning most battles. Quay captains secured posts and delegates, signaling a likely Quay majority at Tuesday county convention. In Chambersburg three of four wards fell to Quay alignment.
Mrs. Albert Davis reports a freak duck from Hancock's Bridge born Friday with one head two necks two bodies four wings and four legs. It has two hearts and lungs but one set of intestines and one gizzard. The two necks and bodies are joined from head to breast bone and it lacks a lower bill or skull bone. Both sexes are present. the creature survived briefly and was preserved in alcohol.
In Waynesboro Pennsylvania the Republican primaries last night produced a clear anti-Quay victory with ten anti-Quay delegates elected to the county convention. Local contests were intense in the Second ward as factions clashed along municipal lines. The statewide count shows a Combine victory across the county.
In GuLassBoro New Jersey on June 6 Pastor W H Hammond preached to nine graduates teachers and the Board of Education who sat in the front rows of the Methodist Church. Principal Bowen hosted the group at his home the previous evening.
In Elmer New Jersey the Red Men of Shiloh assembled for morning services at the Methodist Church. Pastor W Westcott delivered a well received sermon as the church was filled.
The Potts town health report notes strong conditions while Bethlehem police pursue firebugs. Notable items include Mrs. Charlotte Molten claiming over a century of life, Franklin and Marshall College commencing exercises, the Phoenix Military Band’s 50th anniversary, and various civic events across Western Pennsylvania.
Pottstown report shows $18,916.38 of taxes remaining unpaid across three years. Board borrowed to pay teachers and expenses and plans to cut salaries and reduce staff at tomorrow’s reorganization amidst potential officer pay reductions.
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