Grangers Attack Tax Bill Over Farm Valuation Figures
In Harrisburg the Ways and Means Committee heard J E Olmstead defend a revenue bill backed by Grangers arguing farm property is undervalued and railroads pay unfairly low taxes. He cites county data and cites railroad rate cuts while noting large city versus rural valuations. The panel plans to reconvene to hear more witnesses before reporting the bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rcial
Harpnisncne
Commission
3. E. Olmstead
State Board of Agriculture
Commonwealth
Auditor General
Simonton and McPherson
Clasted
Olmsted
Robert E Wrieut
Allentown
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Wricht
Bills of Various Hues Enter Both House and Senate
A telegraphic dispatch from Harrisburg reports numerous bills introduced in the Senate and House. Notable measures include funding for the publication of Pennsylvania laws, appropriations to Millershire Normal School, anti discrimination in offices, regulation of charter badges for veterans, and provisions on election of school supervisors. House items cover jail boarding fees, mental health care provisions, and coal tax regulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Hy Lafferty
Fayette
Ty Whieler
Hy Towle
Uy Smith
Wille
Johnton
Prices Reduced by School Book Combine Claims
A joint education committee heard testimony from Charles G. Bower of Philadelphia and T. Coates as they discussed a four-publisher school book trust. They argued prices were lowered rather than raised and urged parents buy books rather than school districts. Agents and publishers defended themselves amid claims of price cuts and reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peece
Barnhawns
School Book Trust
Charles G. Bower
Philadelphia
Tdea
Verona Borough Bill Moves Through Second Reading
Verona borough bill passes second reading along with several others in the House. Other measures include repeal of the Verona liquor sale prohibition, state public morgues, flood bridge loss reimbursements, Chickamauga battlefield monuments, a $150,000 World’s Fair appropriation, and a commission to revise coal mining laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanerspuna
Verona
Allegheny County
Pennsylvania
Chickamauga
Chicago
Public Health Bill Passed In Senate For City Protection
Harrisaces Feb 10 The Senate approved a bill aimed at stronger public health protections in second class cities. Drafted by Pittsburg Department of Public Safety it was presented orally. The measure also finalizes an act to allow dissolved corporations to convey real estate and lets courts order sale on petition by shareholders or reps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisaces
Senate
Department of Public Safety
Pittsburg
Bird book inquiry referred to Printing Committee
A Senate resolution by Robbins of Westmoreland asked the State Printer and State Board of Agriculture ornithologist for information about the State Grange not receiving the W copies of the third book. The resolution was referred to the Committee on Printing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Robbins
Westmoreland
Senate
State Board of Agriculture
Committee On
Attorney General Rules on Women as Corporate Officers
Harrisburg February 11 Attorney General Hensel issues an opinion holding women are not competent to be incorporators or treasurers of a corporation and that the act of 1587 does not lift these restrictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Hensel
Senate Favorable Report on Prop Road Bill
In HARRISEUHEG on February 1X the Senate favorably reported a bill that would appropriate $1,000,000 to implement the prop road law by the commission for the next two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriseuheg
Senate
Fire destroys mill in Youngstown injuring several firemen
Fire at Cartwright McCurdy and Co No 2 puddle mill in Youngstown injures Henry Steinhart James Probst John Reynolds and John McAnineh. Assistant Chief Knox and Driver Sim Dyer also hurt. Flames spread from grease and oil in the fly wheel pit and caused collapse of beams. Loss estimated at 000 with $15,000 insurance. mill to be rebuilt.
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YoungsTown
Fie
Cartwright, McCurdy & Co
Henry Steinhart
James Probst
John Reynolds
John McAnineh
Knox
Sim Dyer
Work Resumed in Jackson Park After Labor Tensions
A squad of carpenters restarted work on temporary Jackson Park buildings in Chicago. Grading machinery was unloaded and contractors plan to employ only American citizens to fulfill contract terms, with no mob presence observed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chrcaco
Jackson Park
New Yorker Shoots Himself Dead During Card Party
Willam H. Cooke, 28, of SaRaToca, shot himself at a friend's house during a card party. He left a goodbye message and died after firing through the throat and body with a revolver. He worked on the Adirondack Railroad and belonged to the Hed Men tribe. he was married with four children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SaRaToca
Willam H. Cooke
Dobbine
Cooke
Telegraph Wires Paralyzed by Sleet and Ice Blizzard
A monumental storm in the Midwest and beyond freezes telegraph lines from Indianapolis to Kansas City. Wires choke as ice coats belts across poles, halting dispatches and delaying newspapers.
Indiana Coal Operators Set May 1 Wage Scale
Indiana coal operators acting independently of the United Mine Workers will soon fix a mining price scale for the year starting May 1. They left the National union two years ago and have run mines on their own plan, expecting fair work and better pay as demand improves and new customers return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazil
Isp
Indiana
United Mine Workers of America
National Order
Freight Train Jumps Track Delaying Traffic Near Arlington
A freight train on the Toledo Columbus and Cincinnati Railroad derailed about two miles south of Arlington, wrecking five cars and halting service until tomorrow. The Leaton to Toledo passenger train was abandoned at Dunkirk and passengers walked to the relief train. No injuries reported, but losses run to thousands.
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Funncial Teleg
Findlayy
Toledo, Columbus and Cincinnati
Arlington
Leaton
Toledo
Dunkirk
Supreme Judge G Berkshire Dies in Indiana
Judge John G Berkshire of the Indiana State Supreme Court died at his Vernon home after an illness of two weeks. Elected in 1908 he had four years remaining in his term. This marks the second Supreme Court death in two months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapole
John G. Berkshire
State Supreme Court
Vernon
Berkshire
Supreme Ch
Supreme Bench
Chicago heirs heir to Anneke ap Horardus estate in NY litigation
A New York dispatch reports at least 60 Chicago residents as heirs to the Anneke ap Horardus estate now tied up in litigation in New York City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Chicago
Anneke ap-Horardus
Kansas bankers fear wave of farmers alliance laws
Toreka Kansas Feb 19 The Kansas Legislature faces financial bills backed by the Farmers Alliance with bankers fearing new chattel mortgage and usury laws will drive capital from the state. Topeka bankers press senators to block measures while Alliance leaders rally support and debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toreka
Kan
Farmers’ Alliance
Kansas
East
Houe of Representatives
Republican Senate
House
Wheeler
People's Party
Executive Department
Elder
Senate
New Party
House Journal
No Pensions for Deserters in Georgia Fraud Crackdown
In Atlanta authorities scrutinize Georgia pension records for ex Confederates. An Ordinary from Gilmer county examined claims tied to the Sixty fifth Georgia Regiment finding desertion notes while some veterans claimed wartime injuries. Deserter tags threaten pension validity amid reform efforts.
Deserted pensioners quoted in Gilmer County roster
The article notes T. F. Nelson and L. D. Rodgers listed as deserted in Gilmer County. On the back of each pension claim is written that it is not the policy of the State to pension deserters. Captain Harrison remarks that the roster of Confederate troops has saved the State money, as all men had drawn pensions last year.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Georgina
South
Dooly County
Gilmer County
T Hie County
Harrison
W. A. Koell
Cumberland Gap
Mpany A
B. G. Charles
T. F. Nelson
L. D. Rodgers
Heirress Seeks Funds in Contested Murphy Will Case
New York report details Annie Murphy Driver, 17, daughter of the late Dan Murphy, requesting funds from Surrogate Ransom during the will contest. Her husband Thomas Driver and the estate are central as William G. Murphy claims a Kerry Castle lease generating rent, while Annie says she is destitute and seeks support amid legal proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Annie Murphy Driver
Dan Murphy
Cherry Hill
Kerry Castle
Lea
Thomas Driver
Annie
Driver
William G. Murphy
Cherry Street
William
Myron
Briggs' Appointment Sparks General Assembly Debate
Cincinnati reports that Dr. Charles A. Briggs faces strong church opposition over his views on scriptural inspiration. The General Assembly of the Church at Detroit will decide whether the Union Theological Seminary of New York should install him as Chair of Biblical Theology, with delegates likely to challenge the move.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CIN
Innati
General Assembly
Detroit
Charles A. Briggs
Union Theo Ogien Seminary of
New York
T. Monfort
Herald and Presbyter
Dr. B
Briggs
Briges
Union ‘Theological Seminary
Briegs
May 800N Reorganize Hearings Delayed in New York
Superintendent Preston of the Banking Department says efforts to reorganize the American Loan and Trust Company have progressed enough to adjourn tomorrow's hearing for a receiver. The firm received $10,000 in cash today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Preston
Banking Department
American Loan and Trust Company, 15
Cincinnati Sees Kramer Regime Amid League Shift
Cincinnati officials and players react as Louis Kramer notes a three year local contract and plans for American Association play. He cites travel pay and a stenographer, hints Mike Kelly may manage, and discusses potential home grounds across the river if Sunday ball worries persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Brush
Johnson
Louis Kramer
Indianapolis
Association
Kramer
Mike Kelly
Cincinnati Mways
Covington
Pittsburg Club Signs Staley Beckley to Play
Staley Beckley Carroll have signed with the Pittsburg local club and contracts are en route. President ONeill signed both Staley and Beckley in Springfield yesterday morning. Manager Hanlon confirms the signings amid controversy over National Agreement violations and future league status. The dispute involves whether players signed under a prior National pact remain bound and how disruptions affect the Association and League.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark
Allegheny Athletic Association
Beckley
Staley
Hanlon
Larry
Cincinnati
Johnson
Titomas Thompson
Zeigler
Evans City
Thompson
Zeigier
Carroll
O'Neill
Springfield
Pittsburg
National League
Board of Control
Irwins
Barnes
van der Ahes
Swindling Impostor Preys on Maryland Village Residents
Westminster Maryland February report details two swindlers operating in the town. A forged letter from Rev Henkle and a list of donors led to multiple local contributions, but the con men misrepresented a cancer hardship and family need. One target, furniture dealer John Geiselman, confronted the fraud. funds were returned and the paper destroyed.
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Maryland
Westminster
Henkle
Lutheran Church
P. H. Miller
Grace Lutheran Church
Erie
Milton Schaeffer
J. A. Asper
Henry B. Grammer
FE. J. Sawyer
John Geiselman
Miller
Geiselman
Gohhis
Rey
Mr. Miller
Fancy Trotters Burned in Lexington Barn Fire
A Lexington Kentucky barn belonging to Charles Butler burned this morning. Five trotting horses perished including his stallion Prince Mont. The stock was valued around $12,000 with $6,000 for the stallion and $900 for the barn. Insurance stood at about $6,100 on the stock and $900 on the barn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Charles
Butler
Prince Mont
Beckley in Columbus Offer Sparks Baseball War Talk
New York report says American Association delegates debate retaliation against the National League over Cincinnati moves. Al Johnson and Billy Barnie defend Beckley signing with Columbus for 3000 dollars plus 500 advance as rival clubs threaten clashes and wartime tactics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
American Association
al Johnson
Billy Barnie
Association
Board of Control
Chicago
National League
Cincinnati
Anlager Barnie
Baltimore
Bays
Johnson
Kelly
Tebeau
Spalding
Duffy
Farrell
Hanlon
Pittsburg
Beckley
Gus Schmelz
Jon Pritebari
St. Louis
Beckles
Columbus
Cohen
Weather Summary for Western Pennsylvania Ohio and West Virginia
The United States Signal Service reports for Pirnsncra on February 19 that winds shift from snowy to easterly. Maximum temperature and minimum temperature figures are provided with a daily range, indicating a slight warm front and cold air interaction.
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Western
Penssylvania
Ohio
West Virginia
United States Signal Services
Cleveland Signs Delehanty For Next Season
Cleveland manager Lean Ley signed Delehanty formerly of the Philadelphia Loearne team for that organization next season. Delehanty preferred Cleveland but would return to Philadelphia if transfers fail. He denied joining a minor league association and noted telegrams from leading American Association stars showing willingness to move to Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Leanley
Delehanty
Philadelphia Loearne
Philadelphia
American Association
Gus Schmelz
Weather Bulletin Describes Cold Spells Across Regions
Special weather bulletin reports high pressure and cold air over the Middle Atlantic and New England. Temperatures fall to ten below in places, six below in Canada, with warmer conditions in the South and rain in the Southwest. A storm in Arizona spawns mixed precipitation across central valleys. rain in the South and snow in Wyoming, Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas. Brisk coastal winds. New York day fair.
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Middle Atlantic
New England
Lakes
Canada
Arizona
Wyoming
Nebraska
Missouri
Kansas
Mississippi
South Atlantic
New York
Old fashioned hound circle hunt to be held near Center Church
An old fashioned circular hunt will be held in Peters township five miles south of Mansfield Valley next Saturday on J. W. Park and Job Hell lands. The start is at 10 o clock from the outside line and the hounds will be released at the first straw line after the circle forms. Guns are to be discharged by marshals at the first straw line. no shooting inside the ring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mansfield Valley
Peters Township
Here
Old Center Church
J. W. Park
Job Hell
Weather and river levels report from multiple stations
Telegram style notes list river readings and weather conditions for Moncan Towns River Bhrownsville Allegheny and other stations. Entries record river height, trends such as rising or falling, and skies from rainy to snowy with comments on conditions and general safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AP Rcal
Moncan
Brhownsville
Texas prize fighting law clears house passage
A Austin dispatch reports a measure to make prize fighting a tertiary offense has passed the house. The bill sets imprisonment from two to five years and replaces the Senate version as a substitute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Austin
Tex
Senate
Ike WETR returns to America and Association shifts focus
Fragmentary report notes Ike WETR returning to the United States and suggests the Association will continue with its internal matters. Mentions names like Bay 2a Nek Jim HALL and Mane Baldwls, but details are unclear and no concrete actions are recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ike Wetr
America
Jim Hall
Sean
San Ie
Goed
Hapres Mane Baldwls
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Indiana Bench
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Speaker Elder
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Alliance Tribune
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Jerry Simpson
Hen Clover
Franklin County
District Court
P. P. Elder
The
Union Theological Sem
American Loan and Trust Company
Carroll and
Pittsburg All Right
Staley, Beckley
Lexington
Conjon
Andrew Pafenbach
Col. West Diamond and Erie Sts
Semple's Store
Allegheny
Sam
Fittsburg
L. Goldsmith Bro
Liberty ST
Pittsburg, PA
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Wreckers
Special Weather Bulletin
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Grand Denver
All Stove
Graff & CO
Liberty Street
American Ion “Office
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Waanken
Haining
Ana O . Wheenino
Sr. M
New Orleans
Sporting Notes
Pittsburg Combination Clothing Company
Cor. Grant and Diamond Sts
the Court House
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Laird's
Laird's Men’s Shoes
Creedmore
Congress
W. M. Laird
Mammoth Shoe Stores
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