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Newspaper

Philadelphia Times

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1900

Page

4

Fusion Plans Nearing Completion for Independent Ticket

West Chester June 17 The Independent Republicans press ahead with fusion preparations as Democrats line up under the fusion banner. John Cavanaugh says Chester county Democrats are aligned, while Thomas Hoopes and other Independents await the national convention. Key figures include Thomas Sharpless and P. E. Jefferis with efforts centered on Lincoln and southern Chester. The milk and food policy reshuffle features Fred Cope and rival Milton E. Conard Jr as the party eyeing seats in the Legislature and Senate.

the Times West Chester John Cavanaugh Chester County Thomas Hoopes Thomas Philadelphia Thomas Sharpless Birmingham Major Moore Keystone Sharpless P. E. Jefferis Rendall Lincoln Dr. Pratt Coatesville Frank On John Cavanagh Pratt Moses Fred Cope Cope Smith, Jones Simpkins Milton E. Conard, Jr West Grove Conard Larry Eyre & Co anti-Quayen Essam Ieeepe Butler Congress Longport J. Newton Huston Chesper r-Plonger

Bank Withstood Run and Primary Results Noted

Chester June 17 The Delaware County Trust bank kept open past noon to serve withdrawn depositors and later repaid many, with cash on hand and some funds moved to Delaware banks for safekeeping. Clearfield Democrats held quiet primaries with no contests for most offices and J. K. P. Hall and Cyrus A. Wood among nominees.

the Times Chester Delaware County Trust, Safe Deposit and Title Insurance Company Fhoge Delaware Henry Howard Clearfield Trarps Congress J. K. P. Hall Elk County

Lost His Leg and His Bride, Too

Special Telegram to THE Timers reports Stephen Katrumas of Plymouth, engaged to wed Miss Angelo Kosozki, also of Plymouth. While en route to Scranton to invite guests, he attempted to jump a moving freight train and was seriously injured. Miss Kosozki, who had planned the wedding, reconciled with a former lover, Stephen Chautpele, and they were married today.

Wilkesbarre Stephen Katrumas Plymouth Angelo Kosozki Katrumas Scranton Stephen Chautpele

Stabbing Affray at Paxton Engine House

In Flarrisburg at the Paxton Engine House last night James Maitley was stabbed four times with one thrust near the heart. James Coyle has been questioned as the alleged assailant, with the injuries reportedly the result of repeated blows during a confrontation.

Times Flarrisburg Paxton James Maitley James Coyle Malley Indona Akenswes Coyle

Stray Wallet Incident Affects Boyertown Shooting Report

Boyertown June 17 A stray wallet entered a boy's mouth during a stray gunfire incident while boys were shooting along Swamp Creek five miles north of the city. A revolver discharged striking a person seated at a table. The report is incomplete but notes a special tellgrat to the ties.

Boyertown Swamp Creek

Pottstown Ohoneh Rédedicated by Clergy

Special Telegram reports the Bethel Methodist Church in Pottstown dedicated today. Presiding Elder Moorewell, a group of clergy, and Pastor Benjamin La Pish participated in the Seanelcn bonn ceremony, held at Bethel Methodist.

Pottstown Teeewes Meowell Seanelcn Bonn Oe Bethel Methodiature Chesteree Benj Benjamin la Pish Pish

State News in Brief Census Figures Show City Growth

The census indicates the city proper has 6 500 residents, a forty percent increase. R C Didsanecher of an urgent Pe was suggested to fill a vacancy and resignations among pastors are noted amid the redevelopment chatter.

Bette R. C. Didsanecher

Lafayette College marks week with baccalaureate sermon

Dr. E. D. Warfield preached the baccalaureate sermon in Old South Chapel using Matthew 5 13. He linked the college graduation to Christ sermon on the mount and modern civilization. Rev W C Alexander preached the Brainerd Y M C A annual sermon in Pardee Hall using Matthew 12 24.

Tres. Easton Lafayette College E. D. Warfield Old South College Christ Brainerd Hall W. C. Alexander D. C Washington, D. C Brainerd Y. M. C. A Pardee Hall

Dr Tomkins on Service at Lehigh Graduation

Rev Floyd W Tomkins rector of the Church of the Holy Trinity Philadelphia delivered Lehigh University's baccalaureate sermon. He urged serving others over personal luxury, urging submission to good to meet divine needs and describing true heroes as those who work in quiet, unseen places.

the Times Bethlehem Floyd W. Tomkins Church of the Holy Trinity of Philadelphia Lehigh University St. Luke Dr. Tomkins

St Thomas Reformed and United Brethren Buildings Dedicated

Two new churches St Thomas Reformed and Memorial Church of the United Brethren in Christ were dedicated in Reading. St Thomas Church cost about 35000 dollars with seating for over 1000 and memorial windows. Rev J P Landis and Rev H B Kephart preached. Dr J P Stel led exegesis at Union Biblical Seminary.

Timms Reapine St. Thomas’ Reformer Young People’s Christian Union United Brethren In Christ Reading St. Themas John Pitip Stel Union Church Charies A. Muteh Ming J. P. Landis Union Biblical Semi Nary Dayton Ohio Eer Lebagen Valley EB. B. Kephart Reva Gabel

Bucknell President Delivers Baccalaureate Sermon

Bucknell University graduates heard a sermon by President John H. Harris asserting Christ as the moral center guiding a world Christian era. He traced three epochs from Hebrew seed to the modern Germanic age and predicted worldwide religious unity in diversity. Dr Wayland Hoyt of Philadelphia spoke in the evening.

Lewisburg Bucknell University John H. Harris Palestine Mediterranean Sea Valley Rhine British Isles Wayland Hoyt Philadelphia

Muhlenberg College Holds 33rd Commencement Week

Special Telegram from Allentown reports Muhlenberg College marks its thirty third annual commencement with a baccalaureate sermon by Rev. Theodore L. Seip at St John s Lutheran Church. Activities include receptions, dramatic performances, prize contests, society reunions, and alumni events through Thursday.

Allentown Muhlenberg College Theodore L. Seip St. John’s Lutheran Church Academy of Music Euterpean Hronian

Pennsylvanian Military College Graduates Hear Baccalaureate Sermon

In Chester on June 17 the Pennsylvania Military College graduates attended a baccalaureate sermon by Rev. William N. Grosvenor of New York City. His text urged character and service over wealth and power. rain moved the service to St. Pauls P.E. Church and the assembly room.

the Times Chester Pennsylvania Military College William N. Grosvenor Church of the Incarnation New York City St. Paul's P. BE

Lebanon's fine new church dedicated free of debt

The new St. Paul's United Evangelical Church in Lebanon, costing $20,000, was dedicated debt free after a day of services. Bishop Stanford preached, a financial statement wiped out the debt, and a platform meeting followed with leaders including F. Erdman and J. Fisher. Evening sermons by Rev. G Hangen and others concluded the day.

Lebanon St. Paul's United Evangelical Church W. M. Stanford Harrisbourg Bordleman Aie A F. E. Erdman J. Calvin Fisher C. Lee C. Croll W. H. Paizter C. Bowman G Hangen Ape Saget Tewe Steer

Lancaster’s New Y. M. C. A. Building Corner Stone

Doncaster June 17 The cornerstone of the new Y M C A building is laid this afternoon with notable attendees. The event includes ceremonies led by local officials and guests from Hindelphia, marking a significant development for the community.

Lancaster Doncaster New. Y. M. A Sam Quene Impree Se Sepeipeetdrens C. Douglass Hindelphia

Notable Politicians and Guests Flood Atlantic City Boardwalk

Atlantic City welcomed thousands despite rain. national and local figures lodged at premier hotels. Attendees included Deputy Attorney General Frederick W. Fleitz and Judge Edwin J. Rhodes, with many executives from Richmond, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and beyond. Statesmen, bankers, and social leaders filled the Woolwich, Brighton, and other ports as the Republican convention drew attendees.

Atlantic City Pennsylvania Frederick W. Fleitz Harrisburg Edwin J. Rhodes Chicago C. W. Spicer Crenshaw J. A. Fountain B. A. Taylor Richmond Dennis Brighton Lane Hart Levi C. Burd Delaware John G. Watmough Philadelphia N. Parker Shortridge P. F. Rothermel Rothermel Meade D. Detwetter Elks Traymore Detweller Windsor H. Bloom Brooklyn George W. Skinner Denver Col Miss Gibbs Thomas J. Felder Jacob Bookman New York Adams W. H. Frances Tarlton J. A. Mitchell John K. Scattergood Berkeley W. H. P. Prall Miss Prall St. Louis Waldorf-Astoria A. G. Morton William Hamilton Frank J. Quinn Fetteray H. H. McGee Washington, D. C L. H. Bartley Harry Withner Pittsburg Samuel J. Keech New York City Mr. Keech H. F. Bachman & Co Bankers Virginia Avenue Boardwalk Lewis T. Brown J. J. Wood Baron von Dusenberg Leipsic Germany Rudolf Goodfriend New Auditorium Pier Alfred E. Aarons Josephine Hall Mam'selle "Awkins Charlestown W. Va Dawson West Virginia A. Haslett Quaker City Bleak House John A. Boyd Allegheny John Q. Robinson West Newton Robinson Baltimore and Ohio Railroad J. B. Pachim Mbila Elberon T Grander Nater

Brave rescuer saves hotel manager at Atlantic City

Crowds along the Boardwalk witnessed a near drowning near Virginia Avenue as Mrs. Mayme Parke, manager of the Bingham Hotel, was pulled to shore by William Garren, Harlin's Theatre manager from St. Louis. Parke slipped under the current twice before Garren swam to shore with her, her status later described as unconscious.

the Times Atlantic City Virginia Avenue Mayme Parke Bingham Hotel New York and Pacific Avenues William Garren Harlin'’s Theatre St. Louis Bingham Mr. Garren

New Jersey Notes on Taylor Detention and Sunday Laws

Willis Taylor of Newhope is detained in Flemington New Jersey on a charge of passing a fraudulent check on Frank Cox. The Philadelphia Sabbath Association Ladies Auxiliary has not caused arrests of Gloucester merchants for Sunday business. The blue laws enforcement is not expected to continue. Reverend Henry Reeves addresses Sunday closing at the Presbyterian Church.

Willis Taylor Newhope Flemington N. J Frank Cox Ladies’ Auxiliary Philadelphia Sabbath Association Gloucester Henry Reeves E Byterian Church

Children's Aid Society plans new hospital on Federal Hill

The Franklin County Children’s Aid Society moves to replace its crowded hospital on South Main with a three story brick building on Federal Hill. Plans have been chosen and approved, with construction to start soon. Total cost estimated at about $20,000, excluding the land.

the Times Chambersburg Children’s Aid Society of Franklin County South Main Street Federal Hill

Timepiece under sidewalk window puzzles police

A New York City jeweler on lower Broadway cut a hole in the sidewalk and installed a plate glass panel. A six inch high time mechanism beneath shows hours and minutes, visible through the glass but puzzling authorities and the Bureau of Encumbrances.

Broadway Bureau of Encumbrances New York Times

Cocaine Epidemic Report Alarmed Memphis Negroes

A sanitary officer and Board of Health study in Memphis reports eighty percent of adult African Americans showing cocaine addiction. The New York World cites widespread use as a stimulant or intoxicant, with arrests, grocers, and drugstores supplying dealers in the negro district and immoral quarter nightlife.

Memphis Board of Health New York World

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