Pennsylvania Convict Road Work Contrasts North and South
Superintendent Henry Warner of the Claremont Workhouse argues convict labor on roads is impractical in Pennsylvania despite claims from Southern states. He cites public sentiment, danger to prisoners, and seasonal shutdowns as major obstacles, while detailing local experiments and costs.
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Limestone road paving proposed for state highways
The article describes a limestone road system as better than asphaltum, using rounded stone layers and finely broken sandstone, topped with fine limestone to form a smooth, durable surface. It notes dust as the main drawback and cites bank gravel mixes around the Workhouse as a dust suppressor measure.
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Warren
State Commission
Commonwealth
Soskythacctarane Cme
Bellefonte Glass Works Resumes After Long Suspension
Fires were started in ten pots of the 20 pot window glass factory at Bellefonte. The plant, idle over ten months after sheriff sale, will begin blowing glass at midnight under L. T. Munson as general manager. A new fuel gas plant, first of its kind, will be installed soon. the other ten pots to start later once running is steadier.
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Bellefonte Iron Company
Sail Works
Robbery at Burnett House Locks 1770 Dollars
A. M. Clegg, contractor and paymaster for the Columbus Lima and Milwaukee Railroad, checked into the Burnett House with 1770 dollars in his valise. A stranger asked for a temporary room, used the same room, and left before Clegg returned to find the valise missing. No suspect has yet been identified.
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M. Clegg
Columbus, Lima and Milwaukee Railroad
Burnett House
January deaths in city exceed prior records
A local telegram reports January deaths reached 98, roughly double normal, with about 45 due to lung and air passage diseases linked to grip complications, marking an unprecedented monthly total.
Dr Flints Remedy and Local Photo Studio Notices
An advertisement notes Dr Flints Remedy with claims of rapid relief for spasms and prevention on regular use. It also lists drug company contact, upcoming spring goods, and several photographic studios offering cabinets at $1 per dozen.
Rural dogology and education fund proposal in county survey
Chief Clerk Seibert notes dog population estimates suggest 11,850 rural dogs across 53 townships and 26 boroughs, with dog tax revenue projected at 6 000 to 7 000 dollars yearly. Debate centers on whether funds should boost education or highway improvements, given road needs exceed rural tax potential.
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Blanch
Seibert
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Port
Haslett well shatters 100-foot field record in Haslett area
On Humphrey farm, the Haslett well began flowing after opening sand a few weeks ago and produced 100 to 200 barrels daily, with current output at about 25 barrels per hour after recent stirring. The success spurred renewed drilling in the vicinity, with nearly a dozen new wells underway to tap the same sand and share the field’s gains.
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Dispator
Burer
Haslett
Humphrey Farm
More Miners Needed in Monongahela District
Elizabeth Pa February 2 There is a great scarcity of miners along the Monongahela Valley though work continues in all the mines Walton & Co are among the firms with full crews At their upper mine they run over 20000 bushels daily and at the lower mine about 16000 bushels Their first pool mine is full and the three are loading about 50000 bushels daily.
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Pato. Elizabeth
Monongahela Valley
Walton & Co
Banford's Radical Carrr Catarrh Cure Ad
An old advertisement touts Banford's Radical Carrr as a universal remedy for catarrh and related symptoms. It claims powerful relief after other remedies fail and lists packaging including RapicaL bow vent and an inhaler sold by Potter Deve & Chemical Corporation of Boston for $1.
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Carr
Potter Deve & Chemical Corporation
Boston
That Terrible Grippe Explained by an American Expert
A New York medical college president discusses La Grippe or Russian influenza, tracing origins to Asia and atmospheric causes. He warns of severe congestion, describes symptoms, and endorses Duffy’s Pure Malt whiskey as a remedy, urging use of only pure whiskey to combat early infection.
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New York Medical
Asia
Duffy
Cured by Pittsburg Catarrh and Dyspepsia Institute
Affected patient Eliza Smith of Lemington Ave East Liberty describes severe catarrh and digestive issues that impaired breathing and strength. After three months of treatment at 323 Penn Ave she reports marked improvement, weight gain, and renewed vigor, and offers to share her experience publicly.
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Prices That Beat The Band For Fall Clothing Needs
No speculation here, our goods are solid and priced low. Buying now saves dollars on clothing needed in the next two months or early fall. Trousers to order range from five to eight dollars, prices offered without profit to give nearly double value.
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