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Newspaper

Philadelphia Times

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1901

Page

3

Marquand Firm Assigns Assets in $6 Million Failure

New York June 28 Henry Marquand & Co a brokerage firm with about 6 million in liabilities mainly to a party’s father assigned to Frank Sullivan Smith vice president and general counsel of Pittsburg Shawmut and Northern. The suspension followed inability to cover 1.6 million paper at the Seventh National Bank with three separate assignments filed by the firm and partners.

Philadelphia Times New York Henry Marquand & Co Broadway Frank Sullivan Smith Pittsburg Shawmut and Northern Henry Marquand Seventh National Bank Smith Frank B. Teer Emma A. Bennett Stock Exchange Marquand & Co Wall Street Street H. Marquand & Co Gas and Electric Company Bergen County Lsted The Ninth National Bank New York Central Pittsburg, Shawmut and Northern Railroad Company Hackensack Land Company Marquand Building Company Pittsburg, Shawmut and Northern Railway

Coffee’s grip broken by Postum in Herkimer tale

A Herkimer New York woman describes relief from nerve distress and insomnia after stopping coffee and drinking Postum Food Coffee. She reports rapid sleep improvement and a calmer nervous system, noting her husband also benefited from giving up coffee.

Herkimer N. Y

Rail bond dispute reveals financier and company split

In a discussion about a railroad project the official explains Marquand & Co financed the railroad with bonds while the company provides the cash, highlighting a risky financial split that could affect the line’s future.

Marquand & Co

Bank to Be Reorganized After Closed Doors

At a Waldorf Astoria conference, leading stockholders of the Seventh National Bank outline a plan to reorganize the bank after it closed. They request a 100 percent assessment on holdings and say Edward R. Thomas will not head the institution if the plan succeeds.

Tomn Philadelphia Times New York Seventh National Bank Waldorf-Astoria Edward R. Thomas

Philadelphia Mayor Attends Exposition Amid Local Politics

Ashbridge visits the Exposition on Buffalo's Midway with the Pencil Club, not admiring John Wanamaker's display. Philadelphia party plans for the Pennsylvania Building dedication tomorrow. Ohio officials report Washington signaled President McKinley may attend Ohio Day on July 18.

Buffalo N. Y Ashbridge Ile Ren and Pencil Club Philadelphia John Wanamaker Manufacturers Pennsylvania Ohio Commission Washington McKinley Ohio

New Iron Trust Planned to Unite Eastern Iron Interests

A proposed community of interest plan aims to organize the bar iron and merchant iron manufacturers of the East into a large trust within a year. H. T. Wallace of Diamond State Steel pledged that the plan seeks harmonious commercial relations to prevent demoralization and secure mutual advantages. Executive committee members include Kennedy Cresson, J. H. Sternberg, H. T. Wallace, J. H. Steacy, and William L. Gaulbert.

Bar Iron East H. T. Wallace Diamond State Steel Company Kennedy Cresson New Haven Iron and Steel Company J. H. Sternberg American Iron and Steel Company Wilmington Del J. H. Steacy Susquehanna Iron and Steel Company Columbia, Pa William L. Gaulbert Fairhill Rolling Mills

Two Men Die in Sewer Gas Rescue Attempt

John Kolp aged 65 at 413 Christian Street died from sewer gas after fainting at work. Gustavus Hahn of 1213 Titan Street narrowly escaped death during a rescue, was revived after being pulled from the sewer, and released from Pennsylvania Hospital.

John Kolp Seventh Street Dickinson Christian Street Gustavus Hahn Titan Street Kolp Pennsylvania Hospital Hahn

China’s Indemnity Error Overpaid by Powers

Washington reports a miscalculation by Chinese officials causing an overpayment of 24.5 million dollars in indemnities to the Powers. The original 450 million taels was corrected to 415 million taels, yet China has agreed to the larger amount. Japan questions the terms and other powers may also be affected. A formal note will be sent to the President to gauge the U.S. stance.

Washington China Japan

Guarantee Building and Loan Association Defends Solvency

The Wilmington based Guarantee Building and Loan Association issued a statement denying insolvency. It contends auditors refused a $26,070 reserve and that if allowed, assets would exceed liabilities by $85,070. The association says it can meet every financial obligation.

Philadelphia Times Wilmington Guarantee Building and Loan Association

Windsor Castle sherry fetches high prices at sale

A large attendance marked the closing sales of Windsor Castle wines from the royal cellars. Pale sherry bottled in 1820 commanded up to £23 0s per dozen, about 127.50 dollars, amid sensational bidding.

Philade London Royal Windsor Castle

Unclear Names and Places Form Fragmentary Sports Ledger

Fragmentary OCR text lists names such as Continental Johba Coleman and Manchester England with scattered affiliations including Dooner s F C Park Cleveland and George L Simpson Baltimore. The passage resembles a partial roster or maintenance notes with broken terms and no clear event or outcome.

Johba Coleman William Sport W. C. Mitchell Manchester England Benjamin M. Nead Harrisburg Dooner F. C. Park Cleveland Bingham George L. Simpson Baltimore ONL Snbars -Sennsee R. Sproul West Chester W. W. Porch Johnston Ae Eeemartenance Fowler Wash B. Trpetaie E. D Ascieasie Torco Nev Drezel Seavant Dee Cornelius Voici York G. D

Delaware River deepening urged for ocean port status

Governor Stone and Lieutenant Governor Gobin back a thirty foot channel in the Delaware River to keep Philadelphia as a first class ocean port. They argue recent cargo trends require deeper drafts, larger vessels, and cheaper freights, with congressional support deemed essential for long term commerce.

Appropriations Committee House of Representatives Delaware River Congress Governor Stone National House of Representatives Committee On Delaware Philadelphia River and Harbor Committee Congress of United States Gobin Phia Times Chester Thurlow

Leipsic Bank Scandal Expands With Arrests

Leipsic June 28 Dr Gentzich a director of the Leipziger Bank was arrested at the instance of the Public Prosecutor. Herr Bodel president of the Bank Overseers board who was abroad in the United States when the failure was announced has cabled from New York that he is starting for Germany.

Leipsic Dr. Gentzich Leipziger Bank Herr Bodel United States New York Germany

St. Lawrence schooner Elia M. Doughty damaged near coast

The Elia M. Doughty, a schooner from Portland, was lightly damaged after a Thursday night collision off the New England coast with the battles Massachusetts. No injuries were reported.

Elia M. Doughty Portlan Fine New England Massachusetts

Daily Excursions to Seaside Points via Philadelphia Route

During July and August 2001 special trains depart Chestnut and South street ferries daily at 7 A M for Atlantic City Cape May Ocean City and Sea Isle City and return from Atlantic City Sundays for Ocean City Sea Isle City and Atlantic City at 6 10 P M. An additional train runs Sundays to Atlantic City and Cape May with round trips selling for $1.00.

Philadelphia Reading Chestnut Street South Street Atlantic City Cape May Ocean City Sea Isle City Gatty Atlantic Coy Real Senday Daze Atlantie Cere Atigazie Pra Miratore iSeek Ihat Adrt

Little Italy’s New School to Open This September

Roman Catholics in Little Italy anticipate a new parochial school adjoining the Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel on Christian and Eighth streets. Built after parish debt relief, the structure will host many classrooms with modern heat and electricity. Rev. Angelo Caruso will direct the school with the Sisters of St. Francis as teachers, joining their Italian kindergarten work from Peekskill, New York.

Little Italy Christian and Eighth Streets Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel Christian Stfet Angelo Caruso Sisters of St. Francis Peekskill N. Y

Crown Proclamation Read Across London Streets

King Edward's coronation proclamation was read at St James Palace Temple Bar and the Royal Exchange with pageantry. The Norry King of Arms led heralds and officials in bright uniforms as crowds gathered, ثم a procession to Temple Bar and the Royal Exchange.

London Edward St. James Palace Temple Bar Royal Exchange St. James Norry William Henry Weldon Marlborough House Horse Guards Lord Mayor Green

Going Home to the Tyrol Traveler to Return to Antwerp

Anton Dellemann, an Austrian from the Tyrol, told the Immigration Commissioner he will return to Antwerp on the Nederland, the ship he arrived on last Thursday. He said he and his mother owned a Tyrolean farm, and he lived there 26 years. He rode trains from Germany to Antwerp after being urged by a man who paid for his ticket. He has $20 in money left.

Anton Dellemann Antwerp Nederland Dellemann Tyrol Germany America

City Father Rings Fares With New Railway Job

Wilmington June 28 William S Alexander retiring president of Council becomes a conductor for the People's Railway Company He left Harlan and Hollingsworth after police were assigned to supervise a machinists strike He began duty on the Sixth street line this morning.

Philadelphia Times Wilmington Williams Alexander People’s Railway Company Harlan & Hollingsworth Company Sixth Street

Boat Upset Drowns Four in New Bern

In New Bern North Carolina a boat overturning on June 28 claimed the lives of former State Senator William E Clarke his nine year old son and George B Bryan son of Green Bryan. Clarke Jr. was the sole survivor from the party.

Newberne N. C William E. Clarke George B. Bryan Green Bryan

Resignation Rumors Loom in Spanish Cortes

Madrid June 28 report Senor Armijo has resigned the Presidency of the Chamber of Deputies and is likely to be succeeded by Senor Canalejas The Duke of Almodovar may resign and be replaced by Senor Moret Riots in the Chamber led to tumult and adjournment with Senor Silvela leading the attack on the government

Madrid Senor Armijo Chamber of Deputies Senor Canalejas Duke of Almodovar Senor Moret Senor Silvela

Waldeck-Rousseau Wins Paris Law of Associations Passage

The Premier Waldeck-Rousseau has carried the key ministry project the law of associations bill now awaits President Loubet signature. The Chamber of Deputies adopted the bill in a single session as amended by the Senate by 313 to 249 votes.

Paris M. Waldeck-Rousseau Law of Associations Loubet Chamber of Deputies Senate

Various European political reshuffles and appointments

Summary notes from an international briefing record several changes: M. de Giers named Minister of Russia at Munich. Netherlands cabinet resigns after elections. Swiss Parliament bill for a federal bank collapses over central-location dispute. Berlin circles mock up Dr. Von Holleben as LL. D. at a leading university. an UK parliamentary committee weighs decisions on railroads with Admiralty involvement.

M. de Giers Pekin Russia Munich Bavaria Netherlands Berlin Dr. von Holleben Talted Ae

Loss of Revenue From War Taxes Looms in District

Revenue losses will amount to millions monthly once the March 2 1901 act amending the War Revenue law takes effect next Monday. Revenue Collector Ven Jose A McClain notes large past collections and estimates monthly declines from tax reductions on beer tobacco money orders and other items, with bank checks alone showing substantial avoided revenue. He expects no tax cut for his district despite the broader changes.

United States Treasury Jose A. McClain Philadelphia Payne Ways and Means Committee McClain

Remarkable Civil War Case of Brain Injury Told by Louisiana Doctor

A Louisiana physician recalls a Memphis veterans meeting and a wartime case of a man wounded in 186? whose skull bullet traveled to the back of his neck. Despite brain injury he lived four years, intermittently paralyzed by violent spasms, dying in 1868. The doctor notes the man was never a burden to society.

New Orleans Times-Democrat Memphis Louisiana Lfe

Outlawing overused phrases in conversation says writer

A noted writer criticizes common expressions such as Every Body and They Say for obscuring facts and spreading impressions. He argues these phrases carry inflated responsibility and often mask truth, urging restraint and careful use aligned with their legitimate meaning.

One Dollar Daily Seashore Excursions Advertised

Daily $1 excursions from Philadelphia to Atlantic City Cape May Sea Isle City Ocean City Avalon Peermont Stone Harbor Anglesea Wildwood and Holly Beach via Pennsylvania Railroad West Jersey and Seashore Railroad. Trains depart from Jan Street Wharf and Wildwood Street Wharf with morning and afternoon times. Resorts.

Pennsylvania Railroad Company West Jersey and Seashore Railroad Philadelphia Atlantic City Cape May Sea Isle City Ocean City Avalon Peermont Stone Harbor Anglesea Wildwood Holly Ae Jan Street

Gompers Seriously Ill After Brain Injury in Washington

Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor lies fatally ill at his Washington home after a fall from a car injuring his brain with possible skull fracture. Doctors say the condition is critical but recovery possible. He is 52 and seldom out of labor headlines.

Washington Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Gompers Mr. Gompers United States Cireles

Found Dead on the Tracks Near Forty-ninth Street

Workers on the Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore Railroad found a likely crippled youth dead beside the tracks at Forty-ninth street. A brown suit and hat, blue shirt, carpet slipper on one foot, and a 1,000 mile ticket with the name Samuel Rosenguest of Altoona Pa were found in his pocket. A public appeal card was also present. Authorities believe he was struck by a train.

Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore Forty-ninth Street Samuel Rosenguest Altoona Pa

Accidents at Hospitals Episcopal and Presbyterian Chronicle

The record lists numerous accident injuries across multiple Philadelphia districts. Cases include brain concussion for William Shepherd, leg fracture for Henry Rohrbach, foot injuries for John Flemming and William Madden, elbow infection for Louis Epper, head contusion for Miles J. Gown, scalp lacerations for Charles J. Hay, and various cuts, burns, and other wounds among dozens of named individuals at streets such as Hewson, Ludlow, East Clearfield, and Vine. Also noted are iodine poisoning for Effie M. McLaughlin and multiple sewer and gas incidents with fatalities and near misses.

Episcopal William Shepherd Hewson Street Henry Rohrbach East Clearfield John Flemming Ludlow Street William Madden Filbert Street Joseph Charles J. Hay North Twenty-eighth Street Robert Smith Flora Street Joseph Merkel Vine Street Shildren Lewis Provan Lawrence Street Hahnemann Wilkes North Fifteenth Street John McKeown Webster's Avenue Harry Griffen Joseph M Maskey Winter Street Patrick Gerrity Hamilton Street William Ratnike Ralston Street Apillian Gordon Carlton Tre Mary Taggart Race Street Carl Bernhardt North Hancock Street John Detrich Callowhill Street Harry Wanamaker Eleventh Street I. M. Herman Lewisburg Joseph W. Drinkhouse South Second Street Joseph W. Hotacker Berks Street Thomas Mall North Eighth Street Prs Neylvania Charles Williams Gaskill Street James Hayes Clarion Street Albert Jackson South Front Street Gus Hahn Titan Street John Kolp Seventh Street Dickinson Effie M. McLaughlin Webster Street

Gases for the Coroner Report

A list of deaths and incidents with names ages and addresses notes suffocation run over and self harm as reported to the coroner including John Kolp 66 Rosie Abramboff 11 en Fisher 65 Francis Debler 40 Sains Myers 35 Sarah 68 John Bentaler Bretto Taumaro Charles Leary 3 weeks old all tied to various local streets and residences.

John Kolp Seventh and Dickinson Stret Philadelphia, Wilmington and Itimore Francis Debler Reno Street Sulc Sains Myers North Sixteenth Street Sarah South Mildred Street John Bentaler Catharine Street Bretto Taumaro Darien Street Charles Leary East Somerset Street

Missing Children and Man Sought in City Listings

Geo Munce an 11 year old black child living at 1021 Doriance Sereat has been missing since June 26. Tredectis Morrin age 12 of 044 Newmarket t is missing since June 27. Samuel Mink 10 of 2835 Wharton street also missing since June 27. John Prensch 71 of 154 Fairroount ave has been missing since June 27.

Geo Munce Tredectis Morrin Newmarket T Samuel Mink Wharton Street John Prensch Fairroount Avenue

Gimbel Brothers Summer Corset Sale at Philadelphia Store

Gimbel Brothers in Philadelphia announces a large summer corset sale to begin with Thursday’s selling. The promotion features ventilating corsets in multiple styles and prices from 38c to $3.25, with extensive selections on main and third floor displays.

J. B Royal Worcester P. N W. B Batiste

Bargain Men and Boys Suits and Shirts Sale

A crowded catalog offers 14 000 shirts and men boys suits at cut prices. Silk and silk‑linen Eagle shirts from $2 for $3 and $3.50, madras and percale shirts from 25c to 1.50. Suits range from 5 to 20 dollars with many lines for ages 3 to 16. Third floor twelve elevators.

Ninth Street Union Linen Crash Madras

Men and women hats and hose sale on Market Street

The advertisement lists discounted men's halfhose in various patterns and imported lisle models with bulk pricing. It also promotes trimmed hats on sale and a range of ladies hats including Panama and out- ing styles, with prices cut from higher values and notes on location on the second floor Market Street.

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Marquand New York Seventh National Bank Missouri Pacific Trust St. Louis and Iron Mountains Bergen County Gas and Electric Laclede Gas St. Louis and Southwestern Pennsylvania Railroad Louisville and Nashville Delaware and Hudson Consolidated Gas Brooklyn Rapid Transit Amalgamated Copper American Tobacco United States Steel Common Car and Foundry Common Sugar Common Atchison Preferred Atchison Common Iowa Central Preferred K. T People’s Gas Southern Pacific Southwestern Tennessee Coal and Iron Metropolitan Street Railway St. Paul Joe Wanamaker NEW Iron Trust Powers Guarantee Building Association Times Stone Brevitie Ogdensburg Haing St. Laneer Little Itlay’s New School Edward VII Waldeck-Rousseau Pennsylvania Railrroad Gompers Dangerously Presbyterian Hotel Cecil London, W. C Europe A. Judah Alba Db Fists Fiore Mundell Gimbel Brothers C. P Maine Market Street Gimbel Brothery
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