Dalzell Forecast Promises Pension Overhaul and Votes
A Caldwell letter to The Dispatch predicts Congress will overhaul pension rules this winter to clear half a million pending claims. It calls for eliminating red tape, increasing pensions and enforcing new clerical efficiency to win veteran votes, with bets on a Republican surge and mass claim settlements.
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Penson
Washington
Tanner
Ohio
Iowa
Little Ben Harrison
Icisas
Nono
Politi Tariffs
Cenmane
Reform
Tolid
Dalzell
Oil and Gas News Hits Hickory Region Skirmish Feeds Interest
The Philadelphia Company struck a strong oil well near Taylorstown while drilling for gas, described as a sizable spouter. Oliver Bros. reported a robust gas well at Bellevernon, tying into their line toward the Southside. Uniontown sees mixed prospects as the Rider well weakens and nearby tests stagger. Renewed vigor surrounds Brush Creek oil sands northeast of Sewickley with several wells expected to produce. Widespread talk centers on saltwater control and improved petroleum prospects. The article also notes a 360 barrel daily rate at Knoff farm and other promising wells across Saxonburg and Mt. Morris regions. In health news, Dr Jaynes Expectorant is recommended for coughs and lung ailments, and the People’s Mutual Accident Insurance Association of Pittsburgh advertises coverage and benefits.
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Philadelphia
Guver Bros
Ges
Union
Philadelphia Gas Company
Hickory
Taylorstown
T. A. Gillespie
Oliver Bros
Bellevernon
Uniontown
Thompson Glass Company
Bellevennon
Brush Creek
Sewickley
Lidecker & Pbell
Rhodes Farm
Snee, Burchfield & Co
Jones Farm
Duff Farm
W. H. Christie
Knoff
Lilly, Thompson & Co
Shannon Farm
United Oil and Gas Company
Trust
Walker Farm
Saxonburg Field
McCslmont Oil Company
Gore Farm
Mt. Morris
Library group steadies after sheriff sale stay
The Young Men's Library Association committee, saved from despair by John M Kennedy's legal action for John Holmen trustees, gains until March to raise 27000 to liquidate debt. A 5000 bequest from William Thaw aids the plan to keep the library self supporting and extend its usefulness.
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Young Men’s Library Association
John M. Kennedy
John Holmen
Dows
Malone Says 249000 Won't Finish New Postoffice
Superintendent Malone states the 249000 requested by Secretary Windom to finish the Federal Building is likely insufficient though not definite. Total projected cost rises to about 1500000 with most funds paid in Maine where the structure is assembled. Roof construction is planned to start in about three weeks. Rev H C Holloway to be installed as Grace English Lutheran pastor at Carson and Seventh streets with officiants W A Passavant and D M Kemmerer. James C Purdy previews vocalists in tomorrow’s Dispatch.
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Postoffica
Federal
Windom
Congress
Maine
H. C. Holloway
D. D
Grace English Luthern Church
Carson and
Seventh Streets
W. A. Passavant
D. M. Kemmerer
In Praise of the Cuticura Remedy
A letter extols Cuticura remedies for scalp disease and hair loss. The writer claims positive results for a child and urges mothers to use Cuticura products, noting many satisfied customers and no complaints. Contact details include Woodby Norway and Taylor in Frankfort, Kentucky.
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Cuticura Resolvent
Beginning of Dry Goods Sale at Liberty Street
The bankrupt sale of dry goods carpets and rug on Liberty Street at 723 and 725 begins Monday December 9. The public may expect another week of bargains. Parties with deposits must call to secure items during the coming week. Sales run 10 AM 2 PM and 7 30 PM daily.
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Liberty St
Corner Eigh
Indiana Normal Sees Record Fall Term Attendance
Indiana Normal reports its fall term attendance higher than any prior year with winter term starting December 30 and spring term March 31. The Monongahels cafe resumes normal hours today. W S Axperson & Co advertises free washing machines and a Monarch Laundry Works offer in Chicago listings.
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Indiana Normal
Monarch Laundry Works
Pacific Avenue
Chicago
Dreydoppel Soap Advertises Clean Clothes and Healthful Wear
An old advertisement touts Dreydoppel Soap as cleansing clothing and promoting health. It claims the soap is the finest and most economical for all uses, offered at 8 cents per pound bar at grocers nationwide.
Pratt’s Fifty-Second Annual Holiday Book Sale Opens
Pratt announces his fifty-second annual sale now open at 428 Wood St. The store is known for its very low prices and wide selection during the holiday period.
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Pratt
Wood St
Hamilton Fifth Ave Pittsburg Adverts and Odd Items
An ad-filled snippet mentions Hamiltons on Hamilton Avenue Pittsburgh offering home and church music fittings priced 25 to 50 dollars. It also touts Marvin’s digestive biscuits curing an elderly man, plus shoe and clothing bargains from Cain VEENEE Jos Horne Co Boces Bunn and Hy Lynes with various garments and accessories across Market Street and Penn Avenue stores.
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Hamilton's
Overcoats Priced From Fifteen To Thirty Dollars
Advert says holidays offers on overcoats priced from $15 to $30, claiming rivals charge $50 for luxury. Emphasizes Sedan Montagnac models as superior and unique, priced as value rather than luxury.
Railroads Schedule Illustrates Local Line Timetables
Central time timetable shows departures and arrivals with destinations including Cleveland Buffalo and Pittsburgh area points. It lists multiple daily trains with varied times for morning and afternoon runs and notes ticket office location at 620 Smithfield Street.
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Lake Erie Hailhoad P comPany
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Stylish Paris Exposition Fans and Lace Goods in Stock
Over 3,500 in stock including genuine im ens from the Paris Exposition. The quain most stylish handles for Ladies and Gentlemen. Fans in Real Ostrich Feathers hand painted gauze and satin. Real Duchesse Lace Handkerchiefs and Collars. Lace fichus lace garfs Vandyke collars chemisettes in de chene velvet Directoire Sets Lisse Rueling.
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Lisse Rueling
More Beautiful Gifts Today for Boys at Low Prices
Advertises a sale offering every boys or child suit or overcoat with a free 10x14 inch Christmas book featuring a 500 water color engraving by Ida Waugh. If the buyer declines the book a handsome sled is offered instead.
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Ida Waugh
Girls Cloak Promotion With Free Picture Book or Trunk
Advertisement offers a free Picture Book or a 14 inch trunk with zinc and leather trimming for each girl’s cloak purchased today. The trunk feature is highlighted as a $1 value and free of charge. The copy uses lively sales language to attract customers.
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