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Newspaper

Philadelphia Times

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1900

Page

4

Dickinsons 117th commencement at Carlisle grows largest class

Dickinson College at Carlisle held its 117th commencement in Bosler Hall. President Reed conferred degrees on 44 graduates from the college and five from the law school, the largest class in the college’s history, with honors awarded to several students including women graduates and a full-blooded Indian graduate.

TIMES Carlisle Dickinson James W. Bosler George Edward Reed Law School Caleb E. Burehenal Canterbury Del James H. Hall Mill Hall Eugene H. Brock Olean N. Y Albert M. Witmer West Chester Boyd L. Spahr Mechanicsburg Reed William L. Armstrong Ralston Francis R. Bayley Millville N. J Blanche N. Beitzel Frederick Bindenberger Cranford James M. Brennan Plymouth Burton Brown Baltimore Baltimore, Md.; Elvert V. Brown, of Clearfield, Pa.; Weldon Brubaker Lykens Caleb E. Burchenal J. Clarke Morgan Wheeling W. Va Edward Cline Philadelphia Joseph Milner Dorey Williamsport Francis M. Dowlin Cyrille M. Hoke Gatehall Boiling Springs W. Lewis Hardy Lancaster Jessie W. Hargis Anna M. Himes Netta M. Hoffman Cherry Hill Thomas L. Hoover Wellsville David N. Houston Washington, D. C Andrew Kerr John FP. McCurdy Clearfield George V. Metzel Henry W. Mulhollan Frank W. Roher Lelia James E. Rounsley Millerstown Harry E. Runkle Harrisburg Margaret D. Saxton M. Mosser Smyser Lisburn Cements Pa Malcolm B. Sterrett Washington, Pa Ezra R. Stevenson Olive G. Taylor Grace G. Vale Carliste Samuel A. Vandewater New York City Harry E Allison A. Frank John Mount Carmel Warren L. Shipman Sunbury W. A. Valentine Cain Boyer William 8. Clark Warren William T. Stauffer Hazleton W. L. Shipman Horatio W. Russel Oxford John Adamson St. Nicholas Wilson Rothermel Fleetwood Robert Stuart Edward Thompson Floyd L. Hes Laketon

Wilson College closes with record attendance at exercises

Commencement exercises at Wilson College for Women drew a record, diverse turnout from across the country. The morning program featured music by the Rosedale Orchestra and a Greek reception to the graduates, followed by an illuminated evening reception on the college grounds under electric lights and lanterns. President Martin and Lady Principal Mrs. Edgar led the ceremonies.

Chambersburg Jane Wilson College For Ibans Rosedale Orchestra Salutaose Mars Haghiedey Ingon Martin Edgar Tm the Anda Sh Ae

Dickinson Gives Degrees At Commencement And Breaks Ground

Dickinson College conferred degrees including Master of Arts and Doctor of Divinity with several recipients named from Dickinson and other institutions. Ground breaking for new dormitories concluded with President Reed breaking ground and a $500 gift presented by Asbury Clarke. Faculty alumni and students joined in the ceremonies and celebration.

Carlisle Dickinson College Mary L. Billings Dickinson Eugene M. Chaney M. D Leon Chamberlain Frederick Diehl Princeton Carrol H. Gerry Medical U. of P Louis B. Howell General Theological Seminary D. W. Hollinger E. EB. Jones C. Turner Jones Drew Charles H. Myers Matthias S. Messler Leon C. Prince Isaac T. Parka, Jr J. Banks Ralston Law William 8. Rothermal Lafayette Roberts. Smith J. Luther Sigmund Walter Taylor A. Newton Wallace Grove City College William B. Wright Margaret B. Harvey Robert W. Todd George C. Deacon Sylvanus G. Grove Rogers Israel Lewis Stephen Pilcher Rufus Edmund Shapley Reed M. L. Gance York Asbury

Political Notes From Schuylkill County Meetings

County Republican executives fix dates for county convention at Pottsville and district conventions from June 26 to 28. Postmaster appointments include Aiken John W Horrobin Alam Rock Bertha M Neely Logan's Ferry C M McMath Lower Heiderbers Michael K Keith New Columbus F P Bowman Shavertown Samuel P Totten. Chambersburg votes July 24 for power and debt measures. State Treasurer Barnett says school funds paid in September as usual. State revenue from deposits and corporate payments rising. DA Martin of Luzerne praised for fair administration amid Democratic shifts.

Schuylkill County Pottaville Charles Clawson Treen Mercer Aiken John W. Horrobin Alam Rock Bertha M. Neely Logan's Ferry McMath Lower Heiderbers Michael K. Keith New Columbus Bowman Shavertown Samuel P. Totten Chambersburg Burgers Barnett Commonwealth Martin Luzerne County

Ministers assigned as Philadelphia AME Conference opens

The eighty-fourth Philadelphia Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church met in Chester with Bishop W. B. Derrick presiding. Bishops and leaders, including B. W. Arnett B. T. Tanner James A. Grant Moses B. Salter and L. J. Coppin, attended the opening ceremonies. An address on Education in Its Relation to the Christian Ministry was delivered and Holy Communion observed. A new organization formed with H. H. Cooper as chief secretary and other officers named. Bishop Grant lauded race relations and urged colored voters to participate responsibly in elections. Afternoon sessions reviewed pastors’ reports and General Conference claims. Mayor Jefferts and clergy welcomed attendees at a reception.

Sons of Dickinson Reed United States Louis E B. McComas Baltimore Frank B. Lynch Thomas Bradley Philadelphia Charles H. Mullin Mount Holly Central Pennsylvania FE. Hendrickson N. J New Jersey Charles B. Love Henry P. Cannon Wilmington Frysinger Evans W. W. Evans Ing W. B. Derrick D. D Flushing N. Y B. W. Arnett Wilberforce Ohio B. T. Tanner Kansas City James A. Grant Moses B. Salter Charleston D. C James A. Handy Tanner H. H. Cooper A. M. Buckley J. M. Taylor C. E. Wilson J. R. Reed W. D. Oliver Leroy Latney A. Grant Aisan Erence Bishop Grant D. W. Jefferts M. Tanner N. D. Temple E. Burriss D. P. Roberts J. W. Thompson J. G. Yeilser Bishop Derrick A. J. Tinkmann Palm Garden Islesworth Rudolf Cincinnati Charles Wheaton St. Paul William Osler Hopkins University Frank Newell Robinson Camden

West Chester Library Accepts $1000 Borough Aid

West Chester Public Library housed in the borough budget receives 1000 dollars from the council after months of closure due to cash shortages. The women's association led by Mrs. John R. Gilpin says the amount is insufficient to run the library, but they will reopen and do their best.

West Chester John R. Gilpin Association Reed

Heroes March to National Cemetery at State G A R Encampment

Gerrresure June 6 veterans from the Pennsylvania Grand Army of the Republic gathered for the thirty fourth annual encampment. They paraded to the National Cemetery and buried 3600 comrades. General Miller elected Department Commander for next year. Next reunion planned for 1901 in this town. Parade began at Centre Square at 10 80 this morning.

National Cemetery Gettysburg Stone Stewart James F. Morrison Charles H. Hall Fred M. Yeager Fifth Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers Theodore McAllister Pennsylvania Volunteer Pennsylvania Volunteer Regimental James A. Beaver 148Th Regiment P. Vo 148Th Army of the Potomac George M. Boal Bellfonte G. G. Walters Association R. M. Foster Harrisburg Governor Stone Albert D. Shaw Louis Wagner Robert B. Beath John P. 8. Gobin Thomas J. Stewart Thomas J. Sample William Bmssey Henry H. Cummings Alfred Carte William J. Pattison Thaddeus M. Mahon Levi G. McCauley James G. Mitchell George W. Skinner John D. Paterson Louis W. Moore Times Pennsylvania State Department Grand Army of the Republic Ths Place Brua Chapel Pennsylvania College Charles Miller Franklin L. G. McCauley Pennsylvania J. N. Banks Indiana W. F. Parks Easton John W. Sayers Philadelphia Centre Square

Fire fighters in brave array parade through Mon roe county

A four county parade drew 5000 to 10000 visitors to Monroe county with marching bands and fire apparatus from several towns. The event featured multiple divisions led by marshals and saluting detachments from Lehigh Warren and Northampton counties, highlighting regional fire service.

West Point sanitation blamed for typhoid spread

At the American Medical Association session in Atlantic City on June 6, Dr. William C. Vaughn criticized West Point Military Academy for failing to teach camp sanitation. He contrasted regular army camps with volunteer units, urging Congress to improve camp site instruction and sanitation.

Vaughn Medical Association Atlantic City American Medical Association American Academy of Medicine Association W. W. Keen William M. Rodman Philadelphia Gery William C. Vaughn Ann Arbor Mich West Point Military Academy West Point Jacksonville Fla Congress National Military Academy

Pickpocket activity hits Pittston parade scene

Fire Brigade in Pittston was parade backdrop as thieves snatched wallets. Thomas Altemps, farmer, lost about 50 dollars. Dr Burd of Ogdensburg lost 50 to 60 dollars. Jesse Bocke of Portland reported a 50 dollar theft during the early hours.

Pittston Darktown Thomas Altemps Dr. Burd Ogdensburg Jesse Bocke Portland

Berwyn Names George A. Johnson Postmaster Again

George A. Johnson was appointed Berwyn postmaster and resumes duties in the borough his prior term during the Harrison administration. The move follows changes in leadership at the Berwyn office with noted improvements promised under his charge.

West Chester George A. Johnson Berwyn Harrison J. H. Worst Cleveland Mr. Johnson

Bantam Hen's Odd Brood Creates Notable Nest

Levi Bender of West Grove hatches a dozen young pheasants under a bantam hen at his home. The hens attracted many visitors as the 12 eggs hatched after being placed beneath the bantam. The story notes the birds are fine specimens and more arrivals are hoped for soon.

Weat Chester Levi Bender West Grove Bent & Tate

Undertakers in Convention Opens in Hazleton

The Funeral Directors' Association of Pennsylvania opened its nineteenth annual convention in Hazleton with delegates gathering as part of a statewide meeting. Senator W. Pia Cesetee was noted among attendees as proceedings continued.

Hazleton Funeral Directors’ Association of Pennsylvania Y. M. Ie W. Pia Cesetee

Expert Metallurgist Off to Paris

Albert Ladd Colby chief metallurgical engineer of Bethlehem Steel sails to represent the Association of American Steel Manufacturers at the International Congress linked to the Paris Exposition. He will deliver a paper on his work.

Paris Bethlehem Albert Ladd Colby Bethlehem Steel Company Association of American Steel Manufacturers Beil

NO CAMP AT SEA GIRT GUARDSMEN DISBANDED

Acting Governor Johnson orders disbanding of Company B Second Regiment New Jersey National Guard. The move follows a military encampment plan at Keyport and involves Lt Pedrick and the New Jersey department commander. Atlantic City wedding notes Julien Green Hearne of Wheeling and Lydia Cromwell of Atlantic City wed at First Presbyterian Church with Rev Frederick J. Stanley officiating.

Trenton Johnson New Jersey Nat Guard Dae Keyport Ben Kenton Pedrick Ersey Department Sear Clab Hearne-Cromwell Atlantic City First Presbyterian Church Julien Green Hearne Wheeling West Virginia Lydia Herts Cromwell Frederick J. Stanley

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