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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1897
Page
4
A city loan of ten million dollars is urged for Philadelphia with Mayor Warwick asked to present full expenditures and payrolls to the people. The piece argues trust in municipal finances is low and warns the loan could fail at the polls without transparent budgetary details and frank public accountability.
The Ocean Steamship Company withdraws its Philadelphia to Savannah steamers after trials of ten and five day sailings failed to attract enough business. The change reflects evolving coastwise trade toward lumber shipments and lighter vessels, with no clear blame on any port or firm.
The piece argues that Southern fruit and vegetables move mainly by rail for fast inland delivery, reducing waterborne trade with seaboard ports. Philadelphia’s rail connections link to South and West cities, offsetting the loss of the Savannah steamship line. It endorses a Trades League plan to establish steamer service to multiple Southern ports, suggesting such a line could be profitable and beneficial.
The Luzerne County Controller Lloyd, created by the 1895 act, intensifies scrutiny of county spending. Protests from Prison Commissioners Aldermen Justices of the Peace and Constables signal a shift from lax audit to strict control as officials debate powers and legal bounds.
The article praises Luzerne county for appointing a reform minded Controller who serves the public interest. It laments wasteful state and national policy, notes calls for domestic economy, and criticizes lawmakers for seeking pointers from various sources. Reed is mentioned as having the deciding vote when the House is indecisive.
The legislature approves a sweeping holiday bill to harmonize Pennsylvania holidays with other states. It lists New Year’s Day February 12 Lincoln’s Birthday the third Tuesday in February election day February 22 Washington’s Birthday Good Friday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day election day and Christmas Day plus a new rule granting Lincoln’s Birthday Saturday as a holiday. The changes shift Memorial Day if on Sunday and make Labor Day the first Monday in September. A note regrets frequent changes that confuse citizens.
In time speech may be so affected by the wheel craze that people won't talk of business getting on its feet, but on its bicycle.
Last year about a dozen city school yards served neighborhoods as playgrounds and this year the number rises to twenty. The yards will operate July 1 to August 28 under kindergarten teachers and janitors. The plan aims to direct children's sports and remains praised as a positive open-yard measure. Yet many children still lack suitable play space even with full utilization of yards and squares. The piece notes that sensible men start vacation periods, potentially affecting supervision.
The current issue features a full report of the opening proceedings and speeches at the Commercial Museums with illustrated descriptions of Philadelphia institutions, a history of the Manufacturers' Club, plus industrial statistics and timely information for local and national business expansion. Advertisements illustrate business optimism and self-driven prosperity.
The man once described as ruling with confidence is now said to be operating beyond a sustainable level. Observers note his actions show overreach and a need to temper pace to avoid collapse.
The Venango Spectator founded by A. P. Whitaker and led by his son W. S. Whitaker has been sold to P. J. Donahoe of Pittsburg. The paper will remain a strong Democratic voice, though longtime residents doubt a Whitakerless Spectator will feel the same.
The passage notes editors dying and resigning as newspapers adjust to a new order, yet the Spectator endures and is expected to prosper under new management while keeping its principles and popularity.
Special Telegram to The Timms reports Secretary of State John Sherman insisting he is not worried about rumors. He argues there was no aim to acquire territory but concedes annexation of the Hawaiian Islands is now prudent, though not implying immediate statehood.
Senator Penrose arrived in Washington from Harrisburg for the morning session and presented a Philadelphia petition urging swift tariff bill passage. State Senator Saylor eyed a Peru minister post, while others from Titusville and Susquehanna met with Quay and the new Appraiser Linn Hartranft toured the Capitol.
John D. Hart renounced by surrender in the Laurada filibustering case after conviction. He remains on $7,000 bail pending a writ of error to the U S Circuit Court of Appeals. Bondsman Robert J. Barr sought relief, and new sureties entered a fresh $7,000 bond with Baizley Eldridge and Trout.
The tramp steamer Mexicano, arriving from Tampico, faced a fierce storm fifteen miles south of Cape Hatteras. Lightning and rain caused balls of fire to strike the deck, damaging the compass box and forcing the ship to halt until repairs were made. The crew described the experience as awe inspiring and dangerous.
Emperor Francis Joseph received former United States Minister Bartlett Tripp as he presented his recall letters. He then greeted Charlemagne Tower, the new United States Minister to Austria-Hungary, who presented his credentials in Vienna.
A collection of editorial quips from multiple papers on political figures and topics. It cites The Greatest Man as a new book not an autobiography of Senator Hanna and comments on Hawaiian annexation and Senate courtesy with humorous tone.
Fifty years ago Joseph Pancoast led American surgery at the Pennsylvania Hospital alongside peers like Hunt and Hewson. The piece recalls preantisepic practices, then praises Lister’s impact and modern safety, noting dramatic drops in septic deaths and the evolution of operating room hygiene and technique.
Paris announces the marriage of painter Puvis de Chavannes and Princess Cantacuzene. The 74 year old artist is famed for mural panels at the Pantheon Sorbonne and Hotel de Ville in Paris and nine Boston Public Library panels. His work is described as poetical abstraction and dreamlike.
Bishop Cheney returning from New York says he supports no fixed vestment rule and opposes restricting church liberty. He notes a Philadelphia layman pushed a dress resolution favoring a black robe and denouncing white surplice and black scarf. Cheney resigned some committee chairs but asserts no secession. Chicago Synod may limit future General Council representation.
At a Grocers and Importers Exchange meeting President Frank Halpin announced the death of George R. Kellogg a longtime active member. Eulogies were delivered by Halpin David McMenamin Henry A. Fry Samuel Lucas J McCahan and Robert G Bursh. Resolutions deploring the loss were adopted and pallbearers named William Reiff and B W Andrews were appointed to attend the funeral.
The Times prize library presentation will be reported in The Times tomorrow. The event honors Claghorn School with a notable library gift and recognition.
Personal J H R Molson of Montreal gives 155000 dollars to Canadian charities. Andrew Carnegie to donate a Mercury In Repose edition to Springfield Art Museum. Francesca Alcantara, Venezuelan born, graduates West Point amid government sponsorship.
The paper reports Philadelphia cricket victory excitement and a broad social round. It notes Leopold Godowsky arriving for the Saengerfest, a church anniversary, a Patterson Memorial Presbyterian wedding, European tours, a Desires to boost Continental Hotel, and residents at Virginia Hot Springs.
Director of Mints Preston arrived from Washington and visited the Philadelphia Mint for routine work. Rumors linked him with Assistant Secretary Vanderlip in inquiries on reinstating army veterans at the Mint, but Vanderlip did not come.
Spontaneous combustion sparked a blaze at a three story brick rag warehouse owned by Adam South at 717 South Seventh last night at 7. Fire damage totaled $400 to contents and $200 to building. Hoseman William Ludwig of Company No. 3 tripped over a hose, broke a bone in his left ankle, and was taken to Pennsylvania Hospital.
The Bushkill bridge at Stroudsburg collapsed today after years of weakening. County Commissioner Samuel Reiniart was hurled into the river and sustains minor injuries as water runs below the wrecked span.
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