The Times Advertisements and Offices Listing
An archival notice lists daily publication details and multiple office addresses across cities including Philadelphia New York Chicago and Washington. It notes office locations at Sansom Street Unity Building Fourteenth Street and Chestnut Street corners with multiple street numbers and city markers.
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TIMES
8Th and
Chestnut Sts
Sansom St
New York Times
Unity
Fourteenth St
Philadelphia
Opposition to Penrose grows as Chester county backs Snyder for Senate
Resentment against Penrose deepens as Chester county GOP instructs candidates to vote for William Snyder for U S Senator, signaling possible opposition to Penrose. Quay’s postponement of his summer vacation hints at wider revolt that could reshape Pennsylvania legislative races and curb machine patronage.
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Republican Convention
Chester County
William VP
Snyder
United States
Penrose
Senate
T. Larry Eyre
Quay
Durham
Elkin
Pennypacker
The Control of Reading Railway Shares
Market activity in Reading Railway shares remains strong during the strike period, with outsiders unable to decipher the movements. Competing unknown financial interests appear to vie for control of this important railway asset, while public benefit is hoped as the cloud over the transaction lifts.
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Reading Railway
Reading Rail Ownership Fight Hopes for City’s Best Interest
The article discusses the impact of a possible change in ownership of Reading’s railroads on merchants manufactures and the local economy. It notes the likelihood of new trunk line arrangements and the public’s uncertainty about which system will prevail and what outcome will best serve residents.
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Reading
Gates
United States
The Bituminous Pall Over Eastern Cities
The piece laments coal smoke from anthracite miners’ strike causing soot and grime over streets and homes. It contrasts New York and Philadelphia, notes legal actions against bituminous use, and argues for smokepollution control and smoke consumers in furnaces as remedies. The writer cites European models in Berlin and urges American cities to adopt cleaner practices.
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Pittsburg
Cincinnati
Cleveland
New York
Philadelphia
Europe
Berlin
An Injudicious Leader Threatened With Removal
George Sterr and his followers face deposition as ward leadership is challenged for causes. Sterr allegedly enabled bribe-taking through school directors and revealed operations to the public, risking his position and illustrating machine politics and internal betrayals within the last legislative session.
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George Sterr
Sterr
Elkin
Quay
Stern
New City Leadership Sought After Publicity Missteps
A local political piece urges a fresh ward leader to replace Sterr due to overtalking and injudicious criticism of a City Hall worker. It argues the state platform and city administration must remain silent on issues, while stressing the need to employ the right people and collect campaign assessments discreetly.
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Sterr
Wharton School Receives $500000 Endowment Increase
Joseph Wharton funds a larger endowment for the Wharton School of Finance and Economy at the University of Pennsylvania. The commending remarks note the school’s twenty first year, its pioneering role, and the aim to bolster faculty and teaching quality for broader mercantile education.
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Joseph Wharton
Wharton School of Finance and Economy
University of Pennsylvania
Wharton School of Finance and Commerce
Harrison
Wharton
Public Gardens Need Better City Planting and Planning
The author condemns Philadelphia’s public garden design as dull and uniform, urging City Forester to seek professional artistic counsel for three new parks. He argues for varied surfaces and cultivated taste to enhance beauty and public enjoyment, noting the cost of outside expertise would be minimal or none.
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Philadelphia
Vernon
Germantown
Wister Place
Illinois Democrats Break From Lost Cause In Convention Debate
In Illinois the Democratic convention marks a shift away from the lost cause, reflecting a stronger departure than Indiana. The Indiana platform omitted any reference to Kansas City, while Illinois deleted mention of “our last national convention.” Neither state looks backward.
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Illinois
Indiana
Kansas City
Linois
Observations on the Philippines Question Omit Confusion
A remark notes that the confusing and mixed observations about the Philippines might profitably have been omitted. The statement suggests a preference for clearer, more coherent analysis over tangled commentary.
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Philippines
Mitchell calls for UMW national convention in Indianapolis
Mr Mitchell urges a nationwide United Mine Workers convention at Indianapolis to push for a general strike. The move aims to unite bituminous workers and Pennsylvania anthracite regions, but a widespread shutdown could halt production and transport, though most bituminous districts are operating under valid contracts that would not be broken.
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Mitchell
United Mine Workers
Indianapolis
Pennsylvania
Proposal for ideal racing course for college rowing
The article argues that strength or skill trials on the Hudson at Poughkeepsie are flawed by uneven conditions and tides. It urges moving regattas to a broad, tide-free, wind-protected course like the Schuylkill above Fairmount, considered the ideal venue for college races.
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Hudson
Poughkeepsie
Schuylkill
Fairmount
Cricketers Hope for Dry Season Ahead of 1908 England Tour
Cricketers booked to conquer England in 1908 hope for a dry season. They may get it. There will be no coronation plumes and knee breeches to be rained on next year.
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Omn
England
Geological tribute to Martinique shifts Quay’s status
The report notes a non political rise in Pennsylvania, described as a geological performance honoring Martinique, leaving Quay at his existing standing. The event is framed as a public display rather than a political uprising, with emphasis on symbolic action over change in leadership.
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Pennsylvania
Martinique
Quay
The Wise Words of Cleveland and Public Manners
The piece lauds Mr. Cleveland's oratory as unmatched in modern America and compares him to Bishop George Seymour. It notes the rapid transit era from horsecar to electric car and previews trains at fifty and one hundred miles per hour, then extols considerate conduct as a genuine sign of gentleness and progress in leaders.
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Cleveland
Villanova
United States
George Franklin Seymour
Springfield, Ilinois
Seymour
New York
Chicago
He is No Hypocrite. Chicago News Snippet
A terse Chicago News exchange notes a humorous mood about mourning for a wealthy uncle. The line Jack offers a black pocketbook as his quiet token hints at a stoic attitude toward inheritance.
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Chicago News
Tom
Jack
Childhood’s Lost Beliefs
A reflective poem recalls a vanished childhood of birds, flowers, and forest lore. The speaker recalls knowing plants, animals, and hidden places, then faces the truth of forgetting. A new generation now knows the old joys, and the speaker wishes to be a boy again with friends from the past.
All Across The Nation Return To Farm Life Calls
Francis B. Livesty of Sykesville Md argues in a Philadelphia Times letter that boarding school style agriculture fails to train true agriculturists. He urges hands on farm work as the primary instruction, criticizes philanthropist led schools, and proposes all farmers take a boy or girl as an apprentice instead. He warns such schools threaten individuality and religious opportunity while promoting reliance on books over practice.
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Philadelphia Times
New York
Poughkeepsie
Theodore van Norden
Abrams
Hewitt
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
Sunday School
Philadelphia Times invites reader letters on any subject
The Philadelphia Times states it will publish letters from readers on any subject and invites submissions with writers' names for authenticity. Letters must avoid offensive personalities and may be published at the option of the paper.
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THE
Philadelphia Times
Political Briefs Echoes of Rivalry Across States
A collection of brief, pointed opinions from multiple newspapers noting partisan tension in Delaware, reflections on warship and cable production, calls for measured praise of government action, Cuba reciprocity debates, and critiques of Quay’s influence in Pennsylvania politics. Entitled commentaries include Wilmington Every Evening, Topeka State Journal, Washington Post, Chattanooga Daily Times, and others.
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United States
Pennsylvania
Quay
Topeka State Journal
Prominent Figures Highlight Diverse 19th Century Happenings
Danvers Massachusetts begins its 150th anniversary celebration with speeches planned by notable guests. Italian translation of Andrew D White's History of the Warfare of Science With Theology noted. Ambassadors and artists like Frank Strickland of Atlanta are quoted on faith and resilience.
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Andrew D. White
Leipsie
World News Snippets From Early Telegraph Clippings
Buffalo residents drink more water than any city. Elkin Gun Club crow hunt yielded 1 306 crows. Mercury discovery unknown. Mail mileage by rail 1875 was 75 134 910 miles and 1901 902 013 325 miles. Submarine success noted. Opinion says crews face more danger than enemies. London tailors and men blamed for best dressed image per Iowa Top Tales.
Dredging move aims at faster work for Delaware channel
Officials in the Philadelphia Bureau of the Army Engineers report bidding for the Delaware river channel dredging shows greater competition under a new contract. The new form offers a premium for quick work, with completion by July 1, 1908. About 1,000,000 cubic yards must be excavated, with potential removal of 400,000 per month, and a 25 percent bounty on dredged material.
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Delaware River
Philadelphia
United States Army Engineers
Department
Delaware and
Schuylkill Rivers
Philadelphia Times
Delaware
Heavy buying in Reading stock triggers market speculation
Reading common stock opened with heavy trading in New York and later periods of activity. Prices rose morning to 34 1-16 but the gains faded by afternoon, closing near Tuesday levels. New York's persistent selling sparked talk of Gates and his followers pushing a pure speculative bull market, while Morgan’s control via a voting trust complicates attempts to change ownership. The legality of trusts is debated, with few cases against them.
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Reading
Philadelphia
New York
John W. Gates
Gates
J. P. Morgan
Mr. Morgan
Reading First
Morgan
Reading Ae Wight
A'S Trust
Railrig Aes
Spalding Habeas Corpus Suit Heard Before Judge Dunne
Arguments on Charles Warren Spalding petition for a writ of habeas corpus were concluded before Judge Dunne. Spalding, former University of Illinois treasurer and Globe Savings Bank president, has served four years in Joliet penitentiary. judge indicated the indictment may have been properly drawn.
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Chicago
Charles Warren Spalding
University of Illinois
Globe Savings Bank
Joliet
Dunne
Spalding
Airship tournament rules prize increase announced
ST. LOUIS June 18 Rules and regulations to govern jury selection at the exposition and the airship tournament have been adopted by the exposition executive committee. The committee also decided to offer additional prizes to be given for the airship competition.
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ST. Louis
National Children's Home Society Holds Yearly Convention
Sioux Falls South Dakota June 15 Twenty five states were represented at the annual convention of the National Children's Home Society in the afternoon session A discussion on the best methods of caring for older girls was led by W Thompeen.
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Sioux Falla
National Children’s Home Society
W Thompeen
Tales Worth Telling Tales Worth Telling Philadelphia Times seeks local stories
The Philadelphia Times invites readers to submit narratives about well known Philadelphians and city affairs for the Tales Worth Telling column. Six best stories will win prizes of 5 3 3 2 2 2 dollars, with space rates paid for accepted pieces under 300 words.
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The
Philadelphia Times
Philadelphia
A Strong Campaign Address by Joseph R. C. McAllister
Common Councilman Joseph R. C. McAllister of the 1st ward is credited with breaking the record for public addresses in his first campaign. He told voters he sought no self aggrandizement, only service to the grand old party, and spoke of a window in his bosom to show his heart. A heckler asked if a stomach ache would do as well.
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Mm Peither
Joseph R. C. McAllister
Seventh
Dickinson Streets
Joe
West Philadelphia priest and reforming thief tale
Archbishop Corrigan recounts an early story of a young pastor in West Philadelphia who counseled a negligent farmer. After two promises to reform, the pastor jokes that a reformed thief will preach, prompting the farmer to fear a sermon from a former criminal and joke about earnings versus theft.
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Archbishop Corrigan Ig
Philadelphia
Retired Officers Recall Navy Yard Gossip and Marchand Anecdote
In a reminiscence of post rebellion days at the Washington avenue navy yard, retired officers recount how politics rather than efficiency ruled promotions. Commodore Marchand once confronted a painter who, amid a work halt, boasted he held a first class job and should keep it.
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Navy Yard
Washington Avenue
Prime Street
Marchand
Back Home After 57 Years In Hammond Return
Abraham Burns aged 77 returns to Hammond Ind after 57 years away from home. He left in youth and was believed murdered. He discovers a surviving brother Joseph Burns two years older. They confirm kinship after recalling their boyhood. Abraham had lived in Idaho mining region and had never ridden a train before the journey home.
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Chicago
Abraham Burns
Hammond
Ind
Joseph Burns
Abraham
Idaho
Junior Order to Meet in San Francisco Next Year
The Junior Order of the United American Mechanics, Milwaukee, June 18, reaffirms actions of the national council board of officers in a decisive victory for administration forces. Officers elected include George B. Bowers of Pennsylvania as National Councillor James L. Cooper of Texas as National Vice Councillor Edward S. Deemen of Pennsylvania as National Secretary Adam Sohbl of Maryland as National Treasurer E R Dillingham of Georgia as National Conductor C L Place of Rhode Island as National Warden J M Douglass of Wisconsin as National Inside Sentinel A E White of Vermont as National Outside Sentinel R J Armstrong of Missouri as Beneficiary Degree Rev M D Lichliter of Pennsylvania as National Chaplain.
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Milwaukee
Order of the United American Mechanics
San Francisco
National Council Board of Officers
George B. Bowers
Pennsylvania
James L. Cooper
Texas
Edward S. Deemen
Adam Sohbl
Maryland
E. R. Dillingham
Georgia
C. L. Place
Rhode Island
National Inside Sentinel
J. M. Douglass
Wisconsin
National
Outside Sentinel
A. E. White
Vermont
R. J. Armstrong
Missouri
M. D. Lichliter
Rockefeller Not the Donor to Chicago University
Chicago June 18 The report that John D. Rockefeller gave the University of Chicago 750000 is denied by President Harper The money came from about forty donors not naming individuals and Harper cannot confirm whether Rockefeller was among them
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Standard Oil
Chicago University
Chicago
John D. Rockefeller
University of Chicago
Harper
Rockefeller
Dr. Harper
Lberty
Pleasantries and Blurred Banter Across Sides of the World
A jumble of clipped quotes and jokes from various papers features Breezy taunts about London by England, flirtatious banter between characters, and skewed witticisms on style and money. The fragmentary text includes misread lines and stray names, with no clear narrative or event.
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