Pattison A Reform Governor of Pennsylvania
A portrait of Robert E. Pattison praising his public service in Pennsylvania. It covers his early life in Maryland and Philadelphia, his reform efforts as Philadelphia Controller and Governor, his stance against corporate abuses, ballot reform advocacy, and proposed tax equalization to relieve real estate.
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Proposal for ballot design safeguards to protect elections
A call for a state law to regulate ballot form size color and printing type to guard electoral integrity. Citing similar reforms in other states, it argues penalties and standards are needed to prevent fraud and uphold good government.
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Union
Commonwealth
Chauncey Forward Black A Model Scholar and Politician
The article profiles Hon Chauncey Forward Black born November 24 1839 in Somerset County A writer and editor for the New York Sun from 1873 he became Lieutenant Governor in 1882 and later sought the Pennsylvania Governorship Known for simple tastes studious habits and a celebrated political lineage including his father Judge Jeremiah S Black and grandfather Chauncey Forward The Black household at Willow Bridges displays learning and family strength with sons Jeremiah Dawson and Chauncey F Jr and wife Mary C Dawson.
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Washington County
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Pittsburg Candidate Nominated for Internal Affairs Secretary
Pension Agent Barclay of Pittsburg nominated for Secretary of Internal Affairs. Born in Uniontown September 5, 1540 he served in the Civil War, later worked with Dispatch and Post-Dispatch leaders, then with Markle & Son and McLure & Co. He became Western Pennsylvania Pension Agent in 1887 and has about 25,000 pensioners. Married with two children and active among veterans.
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Wallace Backers Rally at Pennsylvania Democratic Convention
The article describes a Pennsylvania Democratic convention where ex-Secretary Stenger endorses Robert E. Pattison, promoting his candidacy amid factional chants and dramatic speeches. Delegates from Blair, Cambria, Luzerne, Philadelphia, Schuylkill, and Warren cast ballots, with Pattison ultimately securing the nomination on the first ballot.
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Wallace
Blair
Philadelphia
Cambria County
Clearfield County
Bunt
John P. Linton
Columbia County
Dauphin County
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Schuylkill County
Warren County
Patson
Pattison Nominated Democratic Governor Candidate in Pennsylvania
Chairman Harrity announced Pattison as the Democratic nominee for Governor of Pennsylvania after a county vote showing Pattison ahead by 15. Cheers filled the hall as George MacGowan urged unanimous support for the nomination, a motion that carried.
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Ex-Postmaster Harrity Chosen Successor in Philadelphia
Amid formalities a nomination for ex Postmaster Harrity of Philadelphia was made to fill Chairman Eisner's vacancy. Harrity voiced that the honor was unsolicited and asked time to consider, but the motion to defer acceptance failed and Harrity was elected as Eisner's successor.
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Philadelphia
Eisner
Enthusiasm for Pattison Nomination Sweeps State
News of ex Governor Pattison's nomination sparks strong support from Democrats and many Republicans. Crowds gather at telegraph offices and bulletin boards as Republicans including James Cleaver J W Gailey J W Russell and Charles Willoughby publicly pledge cross party support. numerous others also indicate voting for Pattison privately.
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James Cleaver
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J. ©. Russell
Charles Willoughby
Pattison Victory Sparks Altoona Parade Plans
Special telegram reports Scranton convention result pleasing Democrats in Atroona and Pattison backers among Republicans. Democrats plan a street parade tomorrow evening led by the Altoona City Band to celebrate Pattison nomination.
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Scranton
Pattison
Altoona
Pattison Nominated by Democrats in Asia Browns
Democrats express strong support for Pattison's nomination with confidence of victory. The pick, though anticipated, is welcomed by both parties as Pattison was expected to be named.
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Pattison
Pattison nomination wins hearty approval in Franklin
Special Telegram to the Dispatch from Franklin July 2 notes the nomination of ex Governor Pattison meets hearty approval with the Scott Democrats in the city. Displeased are the Wallace supporters in the County Convention who have no comment to offer.
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Franklin
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Wallace
Democrats greet Pattison nomination amid Republican resolve
A July 3 telegram from New Castle reports Democrats pleased by Pattison’s nomination. Many Republicans express determination to vote for Pattison and there is talk of a demonstration here.
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New Caste
Pattison
Ratified at Warren in lively Scranton Convention meeting
A large ratification meeting was held tonight at Warren over the deliberations of the Scranton Convention. Cannon boomed, fireworks lit the event and speeches drew enthusiastic cheers from attendees.
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Scranton
Republicans Declare for Patilson Nomination Rally
In Johxstows on July 2 Republicans rally around Pattison's nomination. many leading figures pledge to vote for him. In Orry on July 2 Democrats and independents express enthusiasm over the gubernatorial atticon while remaining wary of party lines.
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Pattison Nominated for Governor by Scranton Democrats
Editors from Philadelphia and New York press outlets react to Robert E. Pattison's Democratic nomination at Scranton. They credit Pattison's integrity and reform image, note internal party splits, and forecast mixed support from independents and old-line Democrats while predicting a tough race against McKee Wallace and Quay loyalists.
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Apprenticeship Plan Adopted by Boiler Makers Association
New York July 2 The second session of the third annual convention of the American Boiler Makers Association opened with 150 delegates from all states and most Canadian provinces. A committee proposed a four year apprenticeship with two extra years, six months probation, and night-school arithmetic and drawing instruction. The meeting also reviewed Hunt and Capp Pittsburg Testing Laboratory proposals to test steel and boiler plates, and announced officers for the coming year: James Lappan president, A Douthett secretary, vice presidents Philip Bohan Cunningham and John Mobr, treasurer R Hammond.
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Prohibition Divide Prompts Maine Democratic Convention
A Maine Democratic state convention in Aveusta debates liquor policy after nominating William P. Thompson for governor following Francia W. Hill’s death. A late vote favored resubmission of a prohibition amendment, with party factions clashing over the license issue and winning by 145 to 99 for the liquor advocates.
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Waterville
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Guilford
Maine
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Portland
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Presque Isle
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Supreme Bench
New York Editors See Democratic Ticket Rise in Likely Victory
New York editors express confidence in the Democratic nominees for governor and lieutenant governor, praising their past victories and signaling strong party unity. The Star editorial suggests the nominees uphold Democratic colors in Pennsylvania, while noting some dissatisfactions within Republican ranks.
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French Merchants Urge France to Keep Lard Import Ban
A Paris deputation from Finisterre Cotes du Nord and Loire Inferieure urged Minister Roche to maintain the ban on American lard. Roche cited McKinley bill effects and said no immediate change will be made, stating France cannot meet US economic demands now.
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Hayes Nominated in Davenport for Congress
Walter L. Hayes was renominated for Congress by the Second District Democratic Convention in Davenport Iowa yesterday afternoon. The report notes a Chicago stevedores strike that weakened as workers sought old pay and terms. A colonial banquet featured remarks referencing Bismarck and the Anglo German treaty.
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Gladstone Candidate Wins Barrow Election
The Barrow-in-Furness parliamentary contest ends with a Gladstonian victory as W. S. Caine, Liberal Unionist, suffers a heavy defeat. Final tally: Duncan 1904, Wainwright 1862, Caine 1280, reflecting shifting support after licensing clauses of the local taxation bill. Caine previously won Barrow in 1886 against Home Rule candidate Ainsworth.
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Chartiers Iron and Steel Works Closed for Repairs
The Chartiers Iron and Steel Works at Mansfield Valley are shut down this week for repairs and will resume operations next week as orders remain strong. Also notice promotion of a Fourth of July excursion to Atlantic City on the B&O Railroad with round trip $10, tickets valid ten days and travel from Pittsburgh area offices. Ladies Linen fabrics promoted by Jos. Horner & Co. Pens Avenue Stores.
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Store Catalog Notice at James W. Grove Fifth Avenue
A promotional paragraph advertises stock from James W. Grove on Fifth Avenue. It claims low prices and the largest city stock in various items including handles and Erosensaum goods, urging readers to view the wares before purchasing.
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