Philadelphia Civic Meeting Urges Action Against Official Crime
The June 25 1901 Philadelphia Times editorial calls for organized civic action to rebuke official crime. It praises District Attorney Rothermel and urges united reform Democrats and independent voters to replace machine politics with public-spirited leadership. It stresses vigilant, collective effort to restore control of city and state government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Commonwealth
Rotherme
United Action
A Moral From Russia on Tariffs and Trade
The piece discusses Russia's stagnant trade in 1900, noting imports of about 285 million and exports around 344 million dollars. It argues high tariffs and government influenced railway rates hinder Russian commerce, keeping per capita trade low and exports limited to food and raw materials.
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United States
Russia
St. Petersburg
London Economist
Russian Empire
Caucasus
Finland
Economist
Germany
England
America
Russia’s tariff rise harms trade and imports
The piece argues Russia’s high tariff policy burdens trade as imports shrink and government controls alter channels. It warns that high tariffs threaten economic vitality and urges the United States to avoid similar mistakes at a critical crossroads for industry and national prosperity.
Legislature’s apportionment stall taints democracy
A critical editorial assails Pennsylvania lawmakers for delaying Congressional apportionment since 1887, calling it lawless, partisan usurpation aimed at preserving machine power. It condemns outdated Senatorial and Representative maps, warns of judicial manipulation, and urges public insistence on constitutional duties.
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Pennsylvania
General Assembly
Senate
Ufair
Charity and Politics in State Hospital Aid
The piece argues for state care of the sick or private community action, condemning Pennsylvania state aid as a disgraceful abuse and political corruption. It extols the hospital named in Pennsylvania as a leading charity that asks for no state funding and relies on prudent management and generous donors.
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Pennsylvania
Sylvania
Harrisburg
Indi
Charity and state aid for hospitals contrasted
The column argues private donations sustain many hospitals and criticizes current state funding, urging aid to institutions that genuinely serve the public. It denounces mixing charity with politics, calling for proportional, rational support based on actual work.
A Catechism for Voters Voices Rothermel vs Kathermel
A catechism-style piece argues District Attorney Kathermel should be displaced for performing his duty to prosecute criminals without fear or favor. It labels public thieves as those who control the political machine and urges voters to re elect District Attorney Rothermel.
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Kathermel
Berntge
Rothermel
The Honor of the Home and the Right to Vengeance
A discussion on whether a husband may kill to defend home honor amid a clergyman shooting case. The piece weighs law, religion, and civilization against personal vengeance and notes U S executions yearly, predominantly white, without citing specific figures.
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United States
Justifiable Homicide Debate Raises Moral Dilemma
A thoughtful discussion questions whether a man’s killing can be justified, arguing the complexity of the act. The piece weighs moral, legal, and practical considerations and asks what would be the proper response in such cases.
City bonds fail to attract bids for nine million loan
Mayor Ashbridge offered a new city loan for water supply but yesterday’s bids were scarce. The article notes Philadelphia’s credit remains strong and bond security unquestioned, yet investors seek better rates amid a rising money market. Bankers view bonds as tradable commodities and demand higher returns.
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Ashbridge
Philadelphia
Municipal Improvements and City Water Works Policy
The piece supports Mayor Ash for outlining city needs and pending projects. It declares no sale or lease of water works, urges immediate Delaware channel work, and advocates a general plan with citizen input to avoid scandal and ensure public confidence in railway and urban improvements.
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Delaware Channel
The Loses of Strikes in Schuylkill Valley
A commentary on a major strike disrupting Schuylkill Valley prosperity. It notes mills and employment suffer as wages, sales, and local circulation shrink, affecting merchants farmers and communities. The piece urges a quick, peaceful resolution to prevent broader economic harm.
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Schuylkill Valley
Woman's Influence in Society Courts Moral Standards
Archbishop Ireland argues that women in society increasingly tolerate breaches of moral and civic law by their own sex. The writer disputes this broad claim and suggests the assertion targets only a small, self-proclaimed high society.
American Women influence cited by Archbishop Ireland debate
The piece argues society’s moral standards are not lowered by American women despite public scandals of fashionable circles. It defends women’s role in moral and social reform, noting vice is more visible but not uniquely modern. It asserts women contribute to societal improvement and deserves trust from men.
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Archbishop Ireland
Ireland
Army
Hikborn
West Virginia
Pan Europe talks of alliance and U S trade rivalries
A Vienna based Times correspondent notes growing Central European interest in forming a Pan European boycott against American goods though unlikely to succeed. The piece warns Americans to stay vigilant as foreign rivals seek commercial advantage and trade friction rises.
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Austria
America
Count Goluchowski
Vienna
London Times
Europe
United States
The Certain Victory Poem Fragment by E. Kiser
Fragmentary verse questions fear and doubt before sleep and what may lie beyond. The text ponders awakening to a new self, facing pain and fear, and whether any peace exists after the final sleep.
Clergymen Speak Out on Pennsylvania Corruption
A Philadelphia column notes dozens of preachers denouncing state and city graft while city officials shield corrupt figures. It cites a restaurant incident showing power and influence at work, and warns that moral leaders must join the fight for decency.
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Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Bond Fiasco Reflects City Credit Woes
The Philadelphia Record laments the failure to sell the latest city bonds, blaming poor management and loss of public confidence rather than payment capability. It argues capital markets demand higher interest due to perceived financial risk, contrasting with New York's ease in borrowing at 2.22 percent.
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Philadelphia
New York
Slanderers of Philadelphia Attack Wanamaker Backers
A Philadelphia Inquirer column denounces professional slanderers tied to Wanamakerism attacking a proposed boulevard from City Hall to Fairmount Park. It names Daniel Baugh, James M. Beck, Walter Cope, and others in the Art Federation who allegedly profit from defaming public projects and hindering city growth.
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Fairmount Park
Hovor
Art Federation
Daniel Baugh
Art Club
James M. Beck
United States
Walter Cope
Owen Wistar
L. W. Miller
Louis Wagner
John H. Converse
Baldwin Locomotive Works
Albert Kelsey
Theodore N. Ely
Emily Sartain
Theodore
Search
Justus C. Strawbridge
Harrison
Morris
Philadelphia
John Wanamaker
Senate of
Wanamakerfem
Need to deepen Delaware River channel for Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Ledger urges a 30 foot river channel from the city to the sea to keep pace with modern ships. It calls for a $2,006,000 city loan and a $200,000 state appropriation, criticizing lawmakers for delaying funds and denouncing a palatial harbor master boat.
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Philadelphia Ledger
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Delaware River
Delaware
United States
General Assembly
Quay- Ashbridge
Franchises and public transit debate in Philadelphia press
In today’s Philadelphia Press the city’s franchise grading body and the mayor face sharp criticism. The paper argues Wanamaker’s alleged faults do not justify opposing franchises and accuses officials of wasting funds, urging the city to reclaim 8 million dollars for public works and reduced fares. The piece labels the mayor prudent but not wholly wise.
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Philadelphie Press
Philadelphia
Wanamaker
Athbridge
Mr. Wanamaker
Delaware
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