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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1902
Page
8
The Erie convention indicts the Republican Organization of Pennsylvania as corrupt and unfit, urging unity across parties to cleanse state government. Democratic leaders pledge to act as Pennsylvanians first, field reform-minded candidates, and appeal to honest Republicans and others to join a broad campaign against entrenched official corruption.
The retreating passage urges independent voters to back Pattison and Guthrie over Democrats to end alleged public crimes. It argues the campaign will shape state government and insists fair elections hinge on rejecting the party that has wielded power by denial. The appeal claims the choice is a test of public welfare over partisan loyalty.
An illustration of the postal gains from faster trains between New York Philadelphia and Chicago shows mail reaches the Middle West nearly a day earlier. Faster service reduces telegraph costs and boosts government postage receipts, urging Congress to reward railways for maximum speed. Urban parcels and pneumatic tubes are praised while rural bias against city improvements is challenged as short sighted for national prosperity.
The article reflects King Edward VII's concern for others during his illness as London preparations for his coronation are scaled back. Despite restraints on full ceremonies, a grand banquet for London's poor remains planned, underscoring his enduring kindness and desire to please his people.
A broad distribution of coronation honors grants titles to leaders, scientists, and artists, with praise for figures like Milner and Lipton yet notes deprecating omissions. The piece critiques the absence of key cabinet leaders and compares promotions to other global leaders, highlighting tensions between merit and politics in the awards.
Senator Quay resumes aggressive activity after a praise filled speech. He aims to force Congress to admit the remaining Territories, fixing December 10 for action while planning to boost allies and expand party influence in the Senate and national committee. The move signals a renewed, ambitious political comeback.
The text questions whether older servitors remain hidden in the Western plains and whether emigrants may depart upon hearing of opportunities for advancement in higher statesmanship paths. It framed a reflection on loyalty and political mobility among liegemen and officers.
The plan to locate Philadelphia municipal facilities on Petty's Island is challenged as impractical without a legal framework to exercise Philadelphia police powers in New Jersey. Critics question state cooperation, jurisdiction, and secrecy, noting potential legal and logistical barriers and deeming the venture a private, unconsidered scheme unlikely to succeed without concealed legislation.
The United States Steel Corporation faces public scrutiny as New Jersey Court of Appeals reviews plans to convert preferred stock into bonds. Proposals include issuing 50 million dollars in new bonds without retiring stock, with claimed gains of 10 to 15 million annual profits and a 2 percent interest saving on 200 million dollars, while the board’s ties to a syndicate and the legal framework draw attention.
The statement emphasizes that the ruling turns on a precise legal distinction, a matter for lawyers rather than general readers, underscoring the technical nature of the case and the need for professional interpretation.
Admiral Dewey testifies before the Philippine Committee, outlining a friendly stance toward Aguinaldo yet not committing to his cause. He recalls holding Manila at mercy, noting a possible quicker settlement with more troops, and says the town was fired on at the governor general’s request to justify surrender.
Ryerson W. Jennings of Philadelphia lauds The Philadelphia Times for supporting Robert E. Pattison in the Pennsylvania gubernatorial race. He argues front-page political cartoons misfire, urges bold editorial backing, and predicts Pattison could become governor and possibly elevate Pennsylvania to national prominence. Dated June 26, 1902.
The piece praises President Roosevelt for frank and open leadership, contrasting him with secretive presidents. It notes the American public’s approval of his honesty and questions whether all in his administration share that transparency, hoping for reform in time.
The Erie convention resolutions are praised as a powerful public document. It advocates specific remedies and credits Robert B. Wright with the work, noting his unrequited party and state service. The District Attorney faces delays in trying accused School Directors, while Mr. Weaver grows wary of meddling with the machinery.
Andrew Wright Crawford Recording Secretary writes to thank The Philadelphia Times for publishing the full summary of the fourteenth annual report in the last Sunday edition. Philadelphia. June 25, 1902.
Letter from Philadelphia on June 25 argues against mixing religion with government. The writer urges banning religious parties and condemns any attempt to tie faith to politics, warning of threats to democratic principles. No imam or bishop name cited.
William J. Shearer, superintendent of schools in Elizabeth New Jersey, urges flexible student classification to replace uniform grade promotion. He cites 15 million pupils facing exams and argues against a rigid system, referencing the Atlantic Monthly and his book The Grading of Schools. The Philadelphia Times invites letters on the topic with author name published or not.
A New York paper, trusted in many fields, claimed Edward VII appeared well by bearded standards during his 1860 visit, though the king was reportedly beardless and boyish in that country. The piece attributes the beard depiction to inadvertent yellow journalism.
A call to correct corrupt vices in Pennsylvania politics by rebuilding the elective system from the ground up. The statement emphasizes systemic change, urging reforms to political processes, governance, and electoral practices to restore public trust. It treats the issue as a foundational constitutional fix rather than incremental tinkering.
Remarks from The Record and The Ledger praise the Democratic ticket as superior to Quay, highlighting Pattison Guthrie Nolan as capable and virtuous. Ballot Reform is urged as the decisive issue, while The Press notes Republican machine corruption and Republican Governor Stone’s administration, urging Republicans to ignore Democratic entreaties.
The piece argues that true renunciation, including giving up desired things, requires discipline and gradual, small actions. It praises motherhood as the supreme form of self denial, unembittered and endlessly sustaining, and notes that future conditions shape what we must relinquish today. It urges willingness to renounce without bitterness, for inner growth and higher returns.
A collage of editorials notes diverse views from Wilkesbarre to Williamsport and Uniontown. It cites the Charleston exposition sale, Pennsylvania display failures, and contrasting primary vote counts, raising questions about election rules and regional political tensions involving Snyder Penrose and Quay.
The Philadelphia Times seeks narratives about well known Philadelphians and local affairs for its Tales Worth Telling column. The six best stories each week win prizes of 5 and 3 and 2 dollars, with space rates for accepted pieces up to 300 words. Submit to Tales Worth Telling Philadelphia Times.
A Kensington young man prefers devotion to punctual routine. His mother wakefully implores him to rise as the 7 o'clock factory whistle blows. He replies that he is saying his prayers, not rushing to the office.
A newly arrived Celt filling spaces with dirt along a railroad route halts at the first pole to ponder dirt disposal while a negro passerby asks for a match. The Celt quips if he were doing the job he'd dig a hole and shovel dirt into it and remarks that addication has been doing a great deal for the Negro.
Anecdote about John B. Gough’s West tour shows converts rallying for prohibition. Liquor interests sent interrupters to challenge him as he urged temperance promising money and happiness. A heckler asked what to do with corn if prohibition stops whisky. Gough answered raise more hogs.
From Medford New Jersey a celebrated traveling preacher’s sermon was interrupted by cries of Fire! Fire! The minister urged calm, sent a deacon to check danger, and then tied the scare to a stark talk on Hell fire. The deacon soon declared False alarm.
The Lend-a-Hand Book Mission has distributed thousands of books in southern schools and churches. Miss Sarah P. Bingham founded the mission. King Albert of Saxony is recalled as Ambassador White’s last visit coinciding with the U.S. entry into the Spanish War. Miss Jennie Spray wins reappointment as Hobart Postmaster after political protest. Ex-Congressman James J. Belden plans a July Fourth celebration in Fabius, Onondaga County, including unveiling a Civil War monument he funded. Syracuse military groups and G A R posts will attend by special trains. Mrs. Sarah Greene Wright earns acclaim as the only woman sculptor making life portrait statuettes of children, with a New York studio origin.
Maessos Sweden reports a 150 woman firefighting force while local fisheries show herrings and haddocks making up a portion of landings to England and Wales. Coconut milk and rum are cited as a popular local drink. The Metropolitan Fire Brigade spent about 642 pounds 13 pence per fire attended last year. A group of British agriculturists visited Bertin to study machines and arts under the Min lever.
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