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The Dispatch For The Summer Excerpt
Readers may send The Dispatch to any address for 50 cents per month or 2.25 for three months with Sunday edition included The daily edition costs 50 cents per month or 2.00 for three months The business office has moved to Corser Street Smithfield and Diamond Streets
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How to Keep Cool in Extreme Heat
A column discusses the extreme heat with a hundred degree threshold and offers readers many options. It notes a prior cool spell, predicts hotter conditions, and suggests practical advice from wearing breathable fabrics to staying calm. It amusingly notes Congress cannot fix weather and mass protests would only cause more perspiration.
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Massachusetts Labor Report Urges Higher Pay for Women Workers
The Massachusetts Commissioner of Labor reports that women in factories averaged about 50.7 percent of the workforce and earned roughly $5.87 per week for ten hours a day. The piece argues pay inadequacy depresses overall wages and urges unions to secure decent wages for female operatives.
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Two Kinds of Law Highlight Federal Fraud Punishment
A critique compares Archazo Maryland's five year prison term for stealing over a hundred thousand to a fourteen year sentence for fifteen cents in New York City. The author argues state officials who betray trust deserve harsher punishment and calls for justice proportional to offense.
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New York City
London Police Strike Conflict Terminated by Authority
A London deformation of police conduct, where officers threatened a strike against superiors, ended after recognizing that obedience to authority upholds law and public order. The piece argues that defiance by police erodes the force and that military law offers a parallel restraint.
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Strike Paralyzes Operations and London Police Suspend Duties
The piece argues unpaid mercenary soldiers' strikes paral yze operations mirroring London police suspensions this week. It stresses that military strength rests on loyal private soldiers and disciplined officers and urges the government to recognize that arbitrary policies threaten police loyalty and overall discipline.
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London
Select Council blocks curbside relief for funeral processions
The council resists reducing funeral processions obstruction on rapid transit routes, forcing cable cars to join processions and denying turnouts. Citizens note multiple parallel routes and spare space, arguing the decision burdens transit users while embalmers gain from the spectacle.
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Allegheny
Prison reform views from Mr Griffith praised by Maryland official
Mr Griffith president of the Maryland Prisoners Aid Association praises Allegheny Workhouse and other local facilities while noting his concern over prisoner population percentages. He questions Maryland figures and suggests Riverside Penitentiary receiving inmates from Western Pennsylvania may affect comparisons.
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Allegheny
Court House
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E. S. Wright
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Allegheny County
Maryland
British war ships gather near Behring Sea seal fisheries
Five sloops of war anchor at Esquimalt harbor as reports say a naval squadron is being prepared for action with Admiral Holbam expected to arrive in a large warship. American fishermen guard the area under U.S. protection while leaders urge restraint to avoid conflict between Britain and the United States.
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England
Court House
Poticea
Back-Action Reform in Ballot Debate
The Philadelphia Press criticizes the Democratic convention for a ballot reform plank that does not mandate removing numbered ballots or amending the constitution to stop ballot-box stuffing. It argues the issue heightens concerns about genuine reform and questions what would replace the current safeguards. Both parties claim reform aims, but details remain unclear.
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Philadelphia
Prohibition Indictments Spurs Debate On Anniston Growth
The New York Sun cites 245 indictments for equor selling under Anniston Alabama prohibitory law, noting the town's tiny population suggests growth. It questions if prohibition here is a dead failure or a sign of rapid expansion. Elaine Goodale, famed child poet, now educates Indians in a primitive setting, showing high qualities directing unselfish work.
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New York Sun
Elaine Goodale
Grather
Multiple parties set conventions for state nominations this month
Micuicay expects many ticket events as the Patrons of Industry Farmers Alliance Union Labor and Prohibitionists will each hold nominating conventions this month. The article suggests that vote splitting could help old parties keep strength and advocates uniting independents by nominating a reform minded candidate who embodies independence.
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Patrons of Industry
Farmers’ Alliance
Union Labor Party
Prohibitionists
Vendettas in New World Law Stand Firm
Neapolitans and Calabrians in the Stoops Ferry case learn the law can curb vendettas. The legal system shows its arm is long and strong enough to make such feuds costly in American soil.
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Stoops Ferry
In Colorado Utes and white settlers face land issues
The piece argues against moving Ute Indians from their Colorado lands comparing to white miners. It invokes national compacts protecting land rights and urges fair treatment. It also notes Weather Prophet Devore predicting hot weather in July, staking his reputation on the forecast.
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Devore
Democratic opposition to Pattison exposed by Inquirer
The Philadelphia Inquirer reveals a Democrat opposing Pattison, described as a Superintendent of the Pennsylvania Canal whose role survives only because the canal was absorbed by the Pennsylvania Railroad. The piece notes a local team’s loss in Philadelphia and contrasts U S pensions with abroad, implying a weak national defense.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Varied 19th Century Gossip From High Society Columns
Wirt Cameron plans a summer at the Thousand Islands. In Paris American art students raise a July 4 flag gifted by Wanamaker. General Sherman earns 15000 dollars yearly in retirement with a capable clerk. Garibaldi sells Caprera to Italy for 60000 dollars to preserve his house and grave. Murphy secures 27000 pledges in five months in Iowa, plus a pledge from a widow. Emperor William seeks a portrait by angels in British admiral uniform for Osborne. Marguerite the Princess, cousin bride of Duc d Orleans, shows many arts. Goeller cited as top pedestrian of Tammany Hall, spur to political runs. Moscow police mandate street sellers wear uniforms. Mrs Anderson Navarro reports health gains and London plans, with a Switzerland autumn trip. Haggin holds vast Rancho del Paso breeding farm value over a million dollars, auctions 1200 horses in Sacramento.
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Towa
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Osborne
Marguerite
Duc d
Mary Anderson Navarro
London
Switzerland
J. B. Haggin
America
Rancho del Paso
California
Kern County
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Haggin
Sacramento
Remarkable mudfish dwells in African rivers
The madfish of West Africa hides in mud cocoons to survive river droughts. It seals itself in a mud chamber, breathes air through a pore, and resurfaces when rains return. Zoo visitors can view it in the reptile house.
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Zoological Gardens
Snakes Rain Down in Pierre After Thunderstorm
A July evening in Pierre Dakota Territory saw clouds gather and heavy rain with strong wind. Snakes measuring 12 to 16 inches fell across various locations and appeared stunned upon impact. The serpents are described as blush colored.
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Premium plug tobacco with pencil holder novelty
A curious premium chewing tobacco plug was shown, rolled into the slope of a thick pen holder with a lead pencil protruding at one end. The device serves as both chew and pencil, saving time for scribes and chewers. The sample came from New England and is not sold in Pittsburg.
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Pittsburg
New England
Sunset Fire Over Western Sky Sparks Dramatic Color
A vivid sunset display follows an ominous weather lull, with slate-gray clouds and a brilliant blaze from the western horizon. London’s June reviews feature Beerbohm Tree Bram Stoker Henry Irving and Charles Wyndham debating actor-manager roles and theatre management.
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London
Beerbohm Tree
Bram Stoker
Henry Irving
Charles Wyndham
Irving
Idaho’s strength and a nation’s trust in silver and senators
Idaho proves its influence by producing both wealth and many United States Senators, while newspapers debate the Force bill in the Senate. The hot spell quiets police, and a Canadian rifle incident stirs border tensions as Uncle Sam asserts control over a late colony.
Women Defeat Bear in Molus River Yard Attack
In Vanceboro Maine, July, farmer Roderick McDonald was away when his wife and sister fought and killed a large black bear in the Molus River settlement yard. Armed with an ax and pitchfork, they drove the beast from the cattle, saved the home, and sustained minor injuries from the struggle.
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Vanceboro
Roderick McDonald
Molus River
Theoattle
Mrs. McDonald
Deaths of a Day in Geneva and Nearby Areas
The Geneva Illinois daily reports deaths of Hon James Herrington a longtime Democratic leader in Illinois politics and former lower house member who died after paralysis and illness. Also noted are death notices for C H P Green associate judge of Lawrence County born in Westmoreland and P D Wigginton former American Party presidential candidate and California congressman, both deaths linked to age and heart disease or illness.
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James Herrington
Herrington
Democratic Party
Llindla
Ilinois General Assembly
Mercer County
Padune
James
Charity Steer
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Lan Francisco
P. D. Wigginton
American Party
Congress
California
Oakland
Ladies Admitted to Keystone Bicycle Club and National League Trip
The Keystone Bicycle Club voted to admit women, opening doors long closed. They plan to attend the League of American Wheelmen annual meeting in Niagara in August, inviting Brownsville Morgantown and other clubs. The seven day ride starts Pittsburg New Castle Conneaut Lake Girard Chautauqua Buffalo ending in Niagara. about 60 members expected.
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Niagara
League of American Wheelmen
Brownsville
Morgantown
Pittsburg
New Castle
Conneaut Lake
Girard
Chautauqua
Buffalo
Niacara
Secretary Scandrett Weds Miss Agnes Morrow at Slippery Rock
Miss Agnes Morrow daughter of James E Morrow principal of Slippery Rock Normal School marries R B Scandrett secretary of the Allegheny Board of Control in a chapel ceremony at the Normal School. The event drew a large local and Pittsburgh crowd summoned by a special West Penn car. The couple plan an extended wedding journey and will reside on Imbrie Avenue, home to be, on September 4.
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Agnes Morrow
James E. Morrow
Slippery Rock Normal School
R. B. Scandrett
Allegheny Board of Control
Normal School
Imbrie Avenue
Teo First Open Air Concert at Twentieth Ward School
The Shadyade Musical and Literary Association hosted its first free open-air concert last evening on Ellsworth avenue at the Twentieth ward Public School grounds. The Great Western Band performed a varied programme to a large, appreciative crowd.
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Shad Yade Musical and Literary Association
Twentieth Ward
Ellsworth Avenue
Great Western Band
Second Presbyterian Church Picnic Draws Hundreds at Rock Point
About 500 merry-makers enjoyed a sunny annual picnic of the Second Presbyterian Church at Rock Point. The day featured games and a variety of sports in a joyful, festive atmosphere.
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Wilkinsburg church picnics and a veterans fete
Social notes report the Wilkinsburg Presbyterian Church picnic set for July 18 at Rock Point with expected large turnout. A LAWS FETE by Major Lowry Post at Snowden Homestead on June 16 aims to raise funds for the post. The Seventh United Presbyterian Church in Lawrenceville enjoyed a picnic at Hal ton yesterday. Wilkinsburg Methodist Church service noted on June 23.
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Halton
National Educational Council Opens In St Paul With Large Attendance
The Regular Session of the National Educational Association begins in St Paul amid a near perfect day and the largest crowd in the association’s history. Officers elected include President Peabody and Vice President Rickoff with D S Kiehle as Secretary Treasurer. Various state delegates and ex presidents attend, with state exhibits from Colorado and Florida on display in city venues.
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A.J. Rickoff
New York
D. S. Kiehle
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J. E. Bradley
J. T. Jones
Indiana
E. O. Lyte
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Florida
Died from Insect Bites in Deserted Camp
Thomas Young a 23 year old cook from Clark River died after five days alone in a deserted camp near Chapleau. Struck by illness and insect bites he could not summon help, walked two miles to a railroad, and died shortly after reaching his home in Pembroke.
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Engineer's Mascot Cat Rides Pennsylvania Rails
A white and black cat found by Brakeman William Regan became the mascot of Engineer Palmer of the Pennsylvania Railroad. First seen in Jersey City, the cat appeared under a car in Trenton and then traveled with Palmer's cab to Philadelphia, where it continues to ride along the line.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
William Regan
Jersey City
Trenton
Philadelphia
Severe earthquake shock hits Mammoth Basin geyser eruption
Secretaries Noble and Interior officials received a dispatch from Norris Basin reporting a severe earthquake at 4 15 with a roar. The New Crater geyser erupted throwing steam water and stones about 200 feet around and about 15 feet high. Fr A Boutelle Superintendent.
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Jone W. Noble
Washington
Norrie Basin
Fr. A. Boutelle
Opera in Pittsburg Opens with Esteemed Cast
The Oriental Opera Company arrives at Grand Opera House on Friday in Pittsburgh after five years in New York. The company features a strong lineup including J. Adler Heine Chalnowitch A Baum and the Silberenas duo among others with performances of Esther and energy ten Boncs Watty. Philadelphia notes discuss Sunday shaving laws and parks smoking while venturing a contrast with Chicago. Lancaster County reports 616 871 000 for the year ending June 34 and ponders whether publication is boast or confession.
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J. Adler
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A. Baum
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Esther
Monda
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Lancaster
Henry Clay
Prison Visits Report From Maryland Prisoners Aid Leader
G H Griffith of the Maryland Prisoners' Aid Association returns from Pittsburg where he visited Allegheny Workhouse, County Jail, and Western State Penitentiary. He details the facilities, cost, inmate counts, discipline, and notes a lack of separate female housing and night matron. He cites prison population contrasts with Maryland and praises the association's reform efforts.
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Henry Warner
Bella in the Rainy Night Glimpse of Youthful Bliss
A lovers scene unfolds beneath an umbrella on a rainy night. The speaker recalls Bella, shy and close beside him as thunder rolls and lightning flashes. Her laughter and closeness deepen his bold happiness despite the storm.
Hong Hing Laid To Rest In Mt Olivet Amid Large Crowd
Hong Hing a Baltimore laundryman and Mason died Tuesday at 28 after consumption. Burial at Mount Olivet Monday after directors blocked Sunday funeral due to crowd. Services led by Grand Master Gung Hoa with 40 Masons present. Chinese rituals, banners, and offerings marked the ceremony.
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Charlie
Ing
Bongo
Undertakers’ Establishment
Gung Hoa
Charlie Chung
Howard Street
Mount Olivet
Labor's Co operation Sought At County W C T U Meeting
The County W C T U met in the Third U P Church amid heat with slim attendance. Mrs. Spencer presided and Mrs. R H Jones led prayer. Miss Mattie McConnell reported a $285 balance and $56 spent last month. Mrs. Page urged unions to appoint a superintendent to unite with the General Superintendent and push labor movement ties to temperance. She favored Monday pay and Saturday half holiday and coffee rooms away from saloons. The group called for a county headquarters and planned a miners paper for next time.
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R. H. Jones
Mattie McConnell
Treasury
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C.T. U
Golden wedding anniversary celebrated at Howard
A golden wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Lauth was celebrated in Howard. The event featured a 10:00 AM ceremony with Solemn high mass by Father Farren and a benediction by Bishop McGovern. Over 100 relatives and friends attended a multi course dinner and toasts including Governor Curtin.
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Bernard Lauth
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Cambria City
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Harrisburg
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Stevenson Favored For Local Postmaster Here
Special telegram reports Hon. H. C. Craig recommends 5 C Stevenson for postmaster in Scorrpne. John Robertson was a strong rival but his near term before Cleveland’s election hurt his chances. Current postmaster J P Owens will expire in August. Stevenson gains support from long Republican and Grand Army ties as campaign heats up.
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Irwins New Industries A Manufacturing Boom in Littl Barg
Special Telegram to The Dispatch reports rapid industrial growth in Littl Barg with plans for an immense brick works producing 30 000 bricks daily and bringing 1200 workers. Excavation progresses for a plate glass plant expanding from 40 to 100 pots daily, signaling a major employment surge and local economic expansion. A brilliant wedding in New Castle sees John Taggart wed Miss Effie Harbison, daughter of Hon William H Harbison, with the couple departing on their wedding trip.
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William H. Harbison
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J. P. Withstow
Reading parlor copperhead killed and local notices
A copperhead snake 244 feet long was reportedly killed in the parlor of N. P. Body in Reading. Caroline Gerlitz, 4, of Scranton, fell from a cherry tree yesterday and was killed. Seventy eight applicants for dependent pension affidavits were filed in Reading. Reading’s US recruiting station closed though three acceptable recruits were secured in a month. Os City awarded a new city hall contract around $20,000 to an Erie firm. Old City Free Methodists plan a two week camp meeting starting August 17. Bucks County lawyers plan a county picnic inviting all members. Chester County farmers fear a wheat crop failure similar to oats. Mrs. John Foor of Titusville died at home, suspected heart disease. Rev. Charles Gorgime resigns from Girard German Lutheran Church to relocate to Erie. James Bart Hollemen of Pittsburgh lost a pocketbook at sea with $5 and a return ticket. T. A. Ennamps resigns Union City school principalship, assumes presidency of Hall Institute at Sharon. On Creek Valley Agricultural Fair dates moved from second to first week in September to avoid clashes with nearby fairs.
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Caroline
William Gerlitz
Scranton
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Erie
Free Methodists
Old City
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Chester County
John Foor
Titusville
South Perry Street
Charles Gorgime
Girard
James Bart Hollemen
Pittsburg
Fshing
Bay
The
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Poor
T. A. Ennamps
Union City
Hall Institute
Sharon
Curious Condensations From a Rural Hemisphere
A chaotic collage of brief items from Holland to New York reports frost in Holland Michigan, a New York church for sale, an eye piece brightening telescope, and a 50 mile log jam on Thunder Bay river. It notes a Galena kitten with four heads, a San Francisco rail accident, and a Paris cemetery fashion for visitor boxes.
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Lick
Thunder Bay
Georgia
Millville
Oon
White House
J. N. Lucas
Lansing
Nebraska
Michigan
Fragmented dialogue clips reveal social friction and humor
A fragmented scene shows two men and a woman exchanging quips about fools, work, love, and social status. They reference a newspaper article on avoiding icebergs and the costs of living, while commenting on servants, lodgings, and propriety. The text also hints at romantic tension and casual wit.
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