Renovated Harrisburg Governor Mansion A Model Home
The Harrisburg executive mansion, rebuilt from an old royal residence, now features a charming private hallway, double bay windows, and a sunlit dining room. Governor Beaver’s war years era office and library showcase his patriotism, with a large porch, restored interiors, and a modernized, hospitality driven home.
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Wirfield Scott
Hugh Beaver
General Harrison
Harrisburg
Washington
Young Beaver
Harrison
White House
Bellefonte
James Pollock
Bigler
Front Street
Pine
Pollock
Second Street
Res Square
Philadelphia
Packer
Curtin
Wells Coverley
Barbara Avenue
Coverly
Beaverly mansion costs and colonial design described
The piece recounts Governor Beaverly's $300000 expenditure on the mansion and a stated return of $125 per dollar. It criticizes the old architecture as plain and divided, notes Pattison’s renovations along the Susquehanna, and highlights Mrs. Beaver’s welcome in Harrisburg society as she shapes Keystone Hall into a warm social center.
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Ernor Beaverly
Pattison
Keystone Hall
Governor Beaver’s Keystone State Residence Reopened
The article recalls Governor Beaver’s early tenure and his wife Peri Beavers influence as hostess. It describes major alterations to the Governor’s mansion including expanding brick fronts and adjoining rooms, with Mrs. Beaver overseeing details and daily floral arrangements. Informal entertaining flourished despite few official social events.
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Beaver
Keystone
Petition to Sell Allegheny Valley Railroad Before Court
Bondholders seek sale of the Allegheny Valley Railroad in United States Circuit Court. Executors of James Laughlin and William H. Kemble claim $2 million in bond interest. plaintiffs urge liquidation to pay first mortgage of $10 million and related liens. A hearing is set for Friday March 14 at 10 a.m. in the case.
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United States Circuit Court
Allegheny Valley Railroad
James B. Ross
George B. Hill
Robert 8. Hays
James Laughlin, Jr
B. F. Jones
James Laughlin
William H. Kemble
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Allegheny Valley Railroad Company
Bar Association Holds Nomination for Officers
The Bar Association met and nominated officers for the coming year. Major Negley declined a seat, with A. McClung and M. A. Woodward named for the position. Woodward also faces nomination for Vice Presidency alongside J. M. Young. Captain E. Y. Was not for becre.
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Bar Association
The
Negley
Yvery
A. McClung
M. A. Woodward
Woodward
County to Print. Dispatch and Times Chosen
County Commissioners met to select daily papers for county printing for the coming year. McKee was absent. after choosing The Dispatch and Times a deadlock arose over the remaining two papers, an English and a German paper, and the matter was deferred for now.
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McKee
Dispatch
Times
Mrs Myers Fearful of Losing Her Child Navigate Judge’s Hearing
Attorney J C Haymaker filed yesterday a petition in family court seeking custody remedies for Mrs Myers amid fears a boy’s mother may remove him. The action centers on guardianship and potential relocation.
Lochiel Mansion on Capitol Hill Described in 1880s Views
The article discusses the Executive homestead by the Susquehanna River with grounds and surrounding scenery. It suggests purchasing adjacent properties to expand the mansion and contrasts inside views with exterior prospects. It also notes an Orphans Court petition by Mrs. Elizabeth Myers to appoint guardian for grandson George W. Wagner amid family illness and care.
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Lochiel
Capitol Hill
Iberland County
H. H.C
Guardian Bid Over Boy In School Abduction Case
Mrs Myers seeks guardianship after a plan at a school where Mrs Glassbrewer and another adult coaxed a boy into accompanying them, the boy unaware of his relation. The child escaped and returned home, while Myers argues the mother aims to remove him from the court’s jurisdiction and seeks appointment as guardian to ensure his welfare.
Lively Bidding in Orphan Court Over Forrester Estate
Heirs in Bellevue faced partition of Hugh Forrester estate as Sheriff’s valuation set 11 shares at 11 400 total. Sealed bids exceeded assessments with one share up by 1000 to 2000, the final sale bringing 23000 dollars, 11064 over the commissioner’s valuation.
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Orphane
Hugh Forrester
Bellevue
McCook Denies Fraud in Prosecution of Bank Judgment
Attorney McCook on behalf of Duquasme National Bank filed an answer to Gumbert and Huwry’s petition for a stay of execution on a judgment exceeding 16 000 dollars. He claims the note was lawfully obtained with client consent and the petition should be dismissed.
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W.F. McCook
Duquasme National Bank
Gumbert & Huwry
Domestic Infelicity Suits Filed for Divorce
Elizabeth Heil sues Charles Heil for desertion and abuse after marriage with claims of coldness violent language beating and a revolver threat. Additional divorce actions include Mary Jones vs John Jones Samuel Palfreyman vs Mary and B Heisley vs Dora Potts Heisley, all citing desertion.
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Elizabeth Heil
Charles Heil
Mary Jones
John Jones
Samuel Palfreyman
Mary
B. Heisley
Dora Potts Heisley
Beecham's Pills and Pears Hesp Cited Amid Legal Notices
A jumble of Common Pleas and Criminal Court case listings appears alongside ads for Beecham's Pills and Pears Hesp. The notices mention various dockets including Hillman v Pennsylvania Company and Fleming v Davison, with defendants and parties named. An advertisement for carpet and floor coverings promotes low rates on short lengths and flooring options from EowankD GROETZINGER at 627 629 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, plus beer branding from Iron City Brewing Company.
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Common Pleas No
Huckenstein & Co
Kelly & Jones Co
Same
Hillman
Pennsylvania Company
Cornelius
Hambay
Dickeu
Holland Et Ax
Michels
Administeen
Pittsburg
McKeesport
Youghio
Railroad Oe
Evans
Bunting
Fleming
Davison
Rugh
Speer
Bender
Dignal
Miersch Et al
Moffatt
Foster
Marvin & Co
Broo Speck
Patrick mcGrogee
Resists
Short length rooms in Brussels and Jagesine
A note lists Edward Groetzi nger and addresses 637 and 629 Penn Avenue. It mentions short lengths suitable for a good-sized floor and that a few will cover the space.
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Brussels
Jagesine
Edward Groetzinger
Penn Avenue
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Eweitten
Tio
Geary
William Alenter
A. Hlmbera
Front OF the
Navnsion
Allegheny Valley
Dispatch and Times
Orphans’ Court
Elizabeth Myers
George W. Wagner
McCook
Moen
Beecham
Eowankd Groetzinger
Iron City Brewing Company
Perm
Pilsner
Harris’ Theater
N. S. Woop
Qut
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Fulton Market
Hospital Ward
New York Tombs
Wall Street
Bazater Street
Grand Central Depot
Wilbur Opera Company
ER. D. Wilt
Rudolph Aronson
Comic Opera CO
New York
Nady
Jacques Offenbach
Pauline Hall
Georgie Dennin
Eva Davenport
Kate Uart
Grace Golden
Florence Bell
James Powers
Edwin Stevens
MO. Brand
Chas. Campbell
Ellis Ryse
A. W. Maflin
Jesse Williams
Nadjy Ballet
Stuart Zobhon
Rietta
Jas
Opera House
Mr. & D, Wilt
Stuart Robson
Bronson Howard
MR. Robson
Beetie the Lame
Harry L. Hamlin
Paul M Potter
Hamlin
Bijo OU
Rved Sea
Imperial Hall
Svc
New Grant Street
Ytorrth
Ieee Aaa
Uensther’s Orchestra
Prof
Guenther
Wood St. Sa
Anne St
Harry Williams’ Academy
Vaidis
Europe
Marvels
Ballac
Napier and
Marzalio
Janet Melville
Evie Stataon
John E. Drew
Sam
Kitty Morton
Carr and
Tourgee
Little Lord Fond-Of-Rye
Hyde's Big Specialty Co
World's Museum
Allegheny City
Annie O'Brien
Trapper Whittler
Wood ST
Hopper Bros,& Co
Heath & Co
Lincoln, Bennett & Co
Christy
London
Dunlap & Co
Youman & Co
J. G. Bennett & Co. Oor
Wood Street
Fifth Avenue
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