20 Jul 1912
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Newspaper
Philadelphia Tribune
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1912
Page
1
Bacharach names two progressive men to the school board in a governing move that reshapes local education leadership. The appointees replace departing members and will serve through the next election cycle.
July 16 reports reveal Council appoints two new education board members under the city school law. Sydney Rosenbaum and James F. Bourne join the seven member board and are sworn in, with Bourne praised for sagacity and community service as a drug store leader.
A Georgia legislator fueled anger by denouncing the employment of colored officers after a Capitol arrest and court case involving a young Macon constituent. The episode prompted calls for job considerations and district actions as tensions rose between factions.
Kilburn, operating as a real estate agent at 40th and Lancaster, accuses Richard Edelin a former Kilburn agent of obtaining about $500 worth of jewelry then selling it to a third party. Edelin is jailed on bail set near $600 awaiting another hearing.
The Real Estate Department lists property advertisements for rent and sale. Listings include various residential options with details on location, price, and contact information for prospective renters or buyers.
Judge Sulzberger upholds the Sheran law restricting political activity by municipal employees in the case Samuel v Cooke. The ruling agrees the law is legal and constitutional and does not conflict with the civil service act, which bars discharge for political or religious reasons. Duffy sought reinstatement as a Water Bureau foreman after dismissal for political activity.
In Picayune Florida Jim Curran, a pineapple plantation worker, was blown up by dynamite while napping under a mango tree. He awoke hours later, recovered, and returned to breaking pines. Authorities say Curran has no known enemies and the incident was an apparent attempt at assassination.
Prince a Newfoundland dog prevented the steamship Portonia from colliding with a fleet of fishing vessels in fog off Nantucket. The dog stayed at the bow for 48 hours, barking to warn lookouts as the ship slowed and narrowly avoided a collision with the fishing fleet.
Local theaters must pay a $500 fee under new rule reported in the notice. The measure targets moviemakers and exhibitors and details penalties for noncompliance, with enforcement through city authorities and potential disciplinary actions.
A reader in Fairmount Park discusses a book titled Jesus The Reformer arguing that true reform comes from altering inner sins rather than external conditions. The note contrasts political, social, and moral reformers and reflects on Sabbath practices and boot black workers, concluding with skeptical views on reform party aims.
J A Slaughter traveled 1200 miles by train and 50 miles by horseback with his 10-year-old daughter Vida after a mad skank bit her in Arizona. They arrived in Austin Texas and placed Vida in the State Pasteur Institute for hydrophobia treatment. Slaughter and family camped in the White Mountains. grandmother Elizabeth Laney followed on horseback to join them.
Richmond July 15 One of the season’s fashionably noted marriages took place at St Phillips P E Church as Ed Stanley Clarke of Farmville wed Miss Jeanette L Forrester a leading Richmond schoolteacher. The ceremony featured a Mendelssohn march a decorated chancel and a luncheon at North Third Street after the service.
New York reports the first elevator apartment building in the city aimed exclusively at colored residents. White tenants, upset at having to move, watch as colored professionals and families take rooms. Mon & Carmand advertise the property at 50 Broadway while ownership details remain unclear.
Atlantic City July 18. Guests at Lipscomb Osage include Mr MS Brewerd and Mrs Cook of French Lick Indiana. Dr. Fletcher died at the Insane Hospital and was buried. Mrs John Love and Ferdinand Bell enjoyed the cooling breeze last week. Governor Wilson appointed Prof Day as delegate to the National Teachers Convention. Thomas Francis, a popular tailor, is happy as his wife presented with a bouncing active. Mrs Fitzgerald home from looking well. Mrs Estelle Fitzgerald hosting Saturday night dancing class. Mrs LeRoy Morris praised for taste in gowns. Mrs Evlyn Smallwood at Pinkett cottage, Arctic avenue, facing the ocean. Mrs Joseph DeLeon recovering from illness. Rooms in her cottage in demand. Rev A L Martin of Asbury ME Church active here and regarded as a top thinker and speaker. Hotel Ridley maintaining good service and improving. Dr Terry busy with patients.
Washington bans copper salts used in vegetables and foods under the pare food law. Secretary Wilson signed the decision prohibiting copper salts, with Remsen board noting potential limits on use and enforcing the rule against foods “freshened” with salts.
The Philadelphia Tribune outlines a plan on its Real Estate page to address crowded city living by proposing new housing options and strategies to accommodate thousands of residents seeking better homes. This feature emphasizes practical solutions and calls for community support.
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