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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1900
Page
6
The notice lists old price schedules for Daily Times and Sunday Times, including carriers in the city and various subscription options. Rates shown include per week and per year figures with separate mail options and periodical names.
A local analysis describes how asphalt and related contractors coordinate to allocate city contracts for water extensions, roads, bridges, and bricks, reducing outside bids. It notes inspectors and officials are drawn into the scheme, strengthening political influence and undermining competition. The piece also surveys Prohibitionist party history from 1872 to 1896 and ends with a remark on dress standards for police.
The Prohibition national convention in Chicago chose John G. Woolley as President and Henry B. Metcalf as Vice President on first ballots. Swallow and Woolley contested the nomination amid a rising Prohibition campaign and growing sign of a large anti liquor vote. The church campaigned on the army cannon issue becoming a debated topic in Methodist General Assembly.
If on the ticket Hill will occupy a rear place. The rule about bald headed men in the front row limits who may sit up front.
The piece discusses police uniforms adapting to weather rather than fixed almanac dates. It argues for flexible coats and closed cars on stormy days, noting officers suffer from rigid clothing and suggesting authorities consider a day by day adaptive plan.
The Philadelphia Times critiques the New York Tribune’s China coverage and questions U S sentiment toward intervention. It cites comments from Secretary Hay and Navy officials denying American casualties and stresses cautious, noninterventionist positions amid reported riots. It also notes wide bid variations for park improvements, including Womrath Park, John Dick inson Square, and Futterall Square, highlighting bidding anomalies and budget gaps.
A fragment suggests Dom Paul may have fallen victim to Boer forces burning railroad bridges behind them, hindering retreat and transport.
The article argues for a prudent fireworks ordinance that restricts noisy explosives in streets while preserving Independence Day enjoyment. It supports police discretion to suppress nuisances without overreach, emphasizing spirit of the law and responsive enforcement.
A note on fashion trends compares the Rough Rider hat posture with current style shifts. Turning the hat up remains popular while a backward tilt signals a change in mood and dress codes. The piece reflects evolving masculine headwear attitudes.
The article recalls the Johnstown flood as a caution and argues that dams, if designed and maintained properly, enable water power to drive Pennsylvania’s growing industries. It notes local farmer opposition in the Quemahoning Valley and suggests they may reconsider in light of economic and practical benefits.
The statement that W A Clark of Montana will donate a million to the Democratic fund unsettles Mark Hanna. Analysts say Daly would likely match, risking Daly’s resources to rival Clark in early campaign spending.
Stated meeting announced for Saturday at 11 A M by the Park Commissioners committee on plans and improvements to discuss current projects and proposals.
The mayor orders police to enforce a ban on guns pistols and explosives within one block of hospitals and institutions where the sick or infirm reside. He urges vigilance to prevent disturbances for the public celebration and to protect vulnerable residents. Also notes new janitor staffing for Boys High School and headlines road jury settlements over subway property.
A report notes the grand stairway at City Hall is receiving final touches with bronze railings installed at the north entrance. It lists estate inventories for individuals including J Bernard Eriest of Colorado Springs and Maria Stewart of Wayne, plus a $5 230 valuation for Margaret D Wilit. It adds 5 percent penalties on unpaid mercantile license fees after June 26, causing many remittances to include the penalty and require return with a legal explanation.
The page notes a Spanish decree selling obsolete warships, a farewell concert gift to Damrosch, Mile de Villebois-Mareuil presenting her father’s Legion of Honor to Mar chand, and Rev Dr Haskins manuscripts to be burned. It also recalls Senator Butler’s Brandy Station loss, a Koenigsberg doctor’s toe switch, a large Huntington picnic, a New Haven will issue, and Vice Presidential candidate’s bathing hat mishap at Oyster Bay.
Thirty six young men took an examination for admission to the Theological Seminary of St Charles Borromeo at Overbrook yesterday. A large percentage are college graduates. Those who pace and are accepted will begin a ten year course of study. The seminary may only accommodate fifteen to twenty students, enough to meet the archdiocese’s demands, unlike many other cities where supply lags behind demand.
Tramps in the Glenside Fort Washington Ambler and Jenkintown area are dispersed by Special Policemen Campbell and Forden of the 614 York Road Protective Association. Henry Smith Frank Kelly and a man named McGrath are jailed in Norristown. Numerous items stolen from nearby houses were found at the camp. McGrath is suspected in the George Kelly burglary.
Fragmentary ad copy touts Balaam hair restoration claiming soft plentiful hair and color return. It also mentions Greve's Ointment for blemished skin and health improvements with terse claims.
Showers on Saturday followed by fair and cooler weather and brisk northwest winds. Sunday expected to be fair. Forecaster Dey noted Ontario’s cool air moving into the St. Lawrence Valley and into the Central and Missouri Valleys, bringing relief to the Eastern States. Philadelphia recorded 92 at 4 P M and 90 at Atlantic City with 64 humidity in the morning dropping to 54 by afternoon.
Special Telegram to The Times reports tenor Jean de Reszke is rapidly losing his voice. Observers recall his June 12 Covent Garden comeback with Melba as distressing. fans fear the illness may end his career though friends hope he can recover.
Cleveland June 29 The National Founders Association decision rejects the molders demand for a 25 cent daily wage hike. The body covers the fourth district including Ohio Indiana Kentucky and Tennessee and warns the action would affect many workers across the region.
Theatres and parks page lists Keith's Theatre featuring a continuous vaudeville grand show with an expansive vaudeville program. Performers and acts fill a bustling bill promising varied entertainment for patrons.
A collage of social updates lists Dr James P Hutchinson ill at home Colonel Anthony Kuser visiting for new business Mrs Francis B Reeves of Germantown at Beach Haven Alfred W Hansell and Charles Wilson with Katharine Willson spending summer at Atlantic City Verne Elizabeth Appel and Joseph Herbert Appel announce marriage and upcoming home in the city. Jamestown cottages opened. dancing masters convene at Asbury Park. Miss Louise Staton in Paris. Belmar cottage for Mrs Isabel Beaver’s care. Montgomery and Poor wedding scheduled at Pollfry. London and Paris travel for Garde family and Boldt daughter Clover in Paris awaiting September.
Noonday services by the Presbyterian Evangelistic committee closed after four weeks at 020 Chestnut street with about 200 daily attendees. Dr. Monroe of Central Presbyterian and Rev. George B. Stewart of Auburn Theological Seminary spoke at closing. Services will move to a recreation pier and new tents rise at multiple city sites including Thirty-third Street and Lancaster Avenue.
Secretary Root returned to Washington after a ten day vacation and relieved Assistant Secretary Merklejohn from active duty in charge of War Department affairs. Merklejohn left for his home in New York.
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