Chief Justice Paxson and the Homestead Treason Case
The Homestead treason prosecution under Chief Justice Paxson marks a milestone in Pennsylvania judicial history. He declares that the enforcement of law and preservation of order are central to the people, condemning violence and urging courts to uphold statutory treason provisions against strikers. The piece notes the Treason Act of 1860 and Paxson’s view that the strikers effectively levied war against the Commonwealth, a reading that may shift future legal interpretations and trials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paxson
Homestead
Pennsylvania
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Commonwealth
United States
Agnew
Daniel Agnew
Supreme Court
Lancaster
Ita Jeter
Railroads and coal monopolies test state constitution
The passage argues that destroying the South Penn Railroad and establishing the Reading coal monopoly undermines constitutional authority and exposes weaknesses in the executive branch, framing the move as a test of impartial government effectiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Penn
Reading
Question of Principles and Democratic Calhounism Explored
The article denounces the Democratic platform as Calhounism and argues the party would seek power to push unsafe tariff ideas. It cites Curtis comparing the platform to the 1789 tariff act preamble urging protection of manufactures and asserts the party abandons founding principles. It warns against backing a candidate with a party backing a recklessness in policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Hill
George Ticknor Curtis
Calhoun
Curtis
Madison
Washington
Hamilton
Jefferson
Randolph
Jackson
Lincoln
Justice Shiras Becomes U S Supreme Court Justice
George Shiras Junior of Pittsburg is sworn in as Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court in a formal ceremony. Observers note his manly bearing and strong character, predicting he will enhance the court’s high standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Shiras
Pittsburg
Justice Shiras
United States Supreme Court
America
Debated paths for replacing national bank currency
The Boston Herald weighs options to replace the national bank circulation now down to seven million. It argues for continuing the system with deposits of first class securities or Treasury issued paper, against broad State bank expansion or a new central bank, asserting Treasury notes offer greater stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Boston Herald
United States
Bank of England
Tas Dispater
Treasury
Distrust Grows Over Land Policy Affects Oklahoma Statehood
Governor warns against allotting prime lands as alienable and non taxable for twenty five years arguing it may slow territorial progress toward statehood and hinder prosperity for white settlers and land boomers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Indian rights and aborigines claim fairness over invaders
The passage argues that rightful fairness belongs to un taught aborigines who have stronger theoretical claims than settlers. It emphasizes the idea that native peoples may determine justice in their lands, challenging the perceived superiority of civilized Christian invaders and their systems.
Presidential ticket choice marks patriotism in four hundredth year
Citizens of New York and America are urged to consider which presidential ticket best represents patriotic principles as the nation celebrates its 400th anniversary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cititens
New York
America
America for Americans principle and protection policy
The piece argues that discovery of America created wealth for mankind and protection ensures Americans gain a greater share of national riches. It asserts protection as practical patriotism, aiding industrial independence, and warns free revenue measures could threaten past prosperity and future progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
West Virginia Growth Cited as Tariff Gain
A editorial states that a forty percent rise in West Virginia voting population over four years signals prosperity from a protective tariff and should influence voters in November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Canadian Teacher Ends Life After Struggles with Troubled Boys
A Canadian teacher returned home and died by suicide after efforts to control disruptive male students failed. An appeal for support to the School Board went unanswered, and her note expressed weariness at trying to teach bad boys. The piece notes the harsh lack of chivalry among boys and questions board members’ accountability.
Domestic tax removal feared to revive wildcat banking
The piece argues that although the country’s credit is improving after past currency tinkering, removing the tax would encourage wildcat banking and revive a discredited internal monetary system, warning against weakening the safeguards.
Democrats Clash On Party Role In Government
Eighteen leading Democrats argued their own party’s strength may hinder proper handling of national government, asserting the party’s current prosperity affects its ability to engage effectively with federal policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Government of
America
Crespo Proclaimed Provisional President of Venezuela
General Crespo has completed his victory and been proclaimed provisional presidency of the Republic of Venezuela. Yet the Venezuelan nature remains, and a long-continued peace is unlikely as revolution is seen as imminent among the excitable and inflamable people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Crespo
Republic of Venezuela
Moroccaa
Berlin
Norrie
Gogebiec
Lake Michigan
Bnorrie
Chapin Ee
Menanines Range
Mich
Courts fail to curb Standard Oil monopolistic methods
The article contends that courts did not suppress Standard Oil's monopolistic practices and argues that new pipelines must use competition to regulate the industry and improve outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil Company
Political scandals surge as campaigns heat up nationwide
The article notes rising political scandals amid a heated campaign season. It argues that revenue-driven politicians wield disproportionate influence in government, reflecting ongoing tensions in American democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Ballot Design Criticized for Confusing Layout
The excerpt condemns the ballot crafted by Secretary of State Harrity as overly elaborate and largely unintelligible, criticizing its arrangement and lack of clarity. The quip suggests the ballot's complexity exceeds reasonable standards and hinders voter comprehension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrity
Remembering Parnell Favors Unity for Home Rule Party
The text urges honoring Parnell by uniting the Irish Home Rule Party and suppressing factional divisions. It argues a solid front can advance Ireland’s desires more than any internal dispute, stressing collective leadership and shared aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parnell
Irish Home Rule Party
Experts Inspect Schools for Sanitary Condemnations
Experts visit area schools to assess sanitation facilities and identify condemned arrangements, ordering immediate improvements and potential closures to protect public health.
Cruel cavalry cruelty yields lesson on humane horse care
The brutal treatment of horses by German cavalry in long distance actions is shown to backfire, proving that humane care produces better performance than careless cruelty.
Wretter Cholera Cleanliness Urged Now for Next Year
The piece urges immediate cleanliness to prevent future cholera and questions whether the disease will arrive next year. It stresses action now as essential and timely.
Notable Slices From an Early 20th Century Page
A mixed set of notices and anecdotes from New York and abroad. References to Rev. Dr Harratas owner of Hoff man House, a political article by Mr Blaine, a contrivance for ventilating cars, and Ottoman Field Marshals. notes on Mar Cononne a blind deaf poet. Ms Wilkins writing daily. Harvard tutors Chase Eliot and Brooks. Greek royal silver wedding. Parker on hymnals. royal poet laureate favorites and literary names mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harries M. Plumb
New York
Wymak Pasha
Many E Wilkins
Thomas Chase
Providence
Harvard
Charles W. Eliot
Phillips Brooks
Greece
Czareviteh
Denmark
Theodore Parker
Samuel Longfellow
Lewis Mowers
Prince of Wales
Sir Theodore Martin
Andrew Lang
George MacDonald
Thomas Woolner
Gas Companies Replace Gas Motors With Pneumatic Tires
A brief item notes the public may soon learn that gas companies are equipping vehicles with pneumatic tires on gas motors, signaling a shift in how fuel-powered transport is described or marketed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio State Journal
Harrity Appeals Democrats for More Funds
Chairman Harrity asks the Democratic Party to provide additional money as Tammany Hall faces scrutiny and costs, with critics calling Tammany an expensive tiger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Campaign News Preview Warns of 1900 Electoral Shakeup
Four weeks before the presidential election, campaign activity rises with torches and drums. Chairman Carter, backed by Senator Sherman and Aldrich, warns that a Cleveland victory could bring a Democratic Senate and House, threatening Republican control of Congress and the tariff and currency systems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter
Sherman
Aldrich
Harrison
Congress
Cleveland
Senate
House of Representatives
Chicago
Register on Thesday Prompts in Tammany Wagons
The article notes the first registration day in New York City and Brooklyn and describes Tammany Hall wagons traveling outside with a gong sounding to urge people to register. The message on the wagons reads Register on Thesday inside shows a gong continuing to ring to prompt registration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Brooklyn
Tammany Hall
Howe
Tammany Hull
Republican campaign drive spreads through New York and beyond
The piece analyzes Republican mobilization in New York and statewide, aiming to register voters and push turnout while keeping Democratic margins in check. It notes past results, Harlem turnout, Brooklyn gaps, and mentions Missouri and Indiana campaign intrigue, plus a Philadelphia address by Wayne MacVeagh and Alabama election tensions.
Arithmetic at Democratic HQ Stirs on Floater Price
Report notes analysts at the Democratic national headquarters debating how many times the price of a floater could divide into 10009 dollars. The item reflects a quirky financial curiosity appearing in a historical newspaper snippet.
Tennyson's Obsequies Begin with Private Transfer to London
Preparations for the poet laureate Lord Tennyson's funeral proceed with a private transport from Haslemore to London. The body will rest at Westminster Abbey's St Faith's Chapel before the Wednesday service attended by the Prince of Wales, Lord Salisbury, and other dignitaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loroox
Lord Tennyson
Hassemore
London
Waterloo Station
Westminster Abbey
Bouy
St. Faith's Chapel
Prince of Wales
Lord Salisbury
Tennyson
Hallam Tennyson
Isis
Cominas
Tennyon
Bir Tall
Lady Tennyson
Hymin
Robert Lincoln
U. S
Great Britain
Liverpool
Wastminster Alwvey
Lincoln
America
England
Henry White
Whiteling
Tennyson Famly
Aldworth
Tompkins Will Backs Museums And Hospitals In Boston
The late Arthur G. Tompkins leaves two trusts. The first provides $100000 for a life income to his mother and brother, then to the Hoar Museum of Fine Arts for free days. The second trust distributes estate income to various charities and ends with theBoston Museum of Arts as residuary legatee to fund modern oil paintings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Arthur G. Tompkins
Gurig
Hoar Museum of Fine Arts
Copley Square
Tompkins
Boston Museum of Arts
Museum
Death of Walter Dunstan linked to cold water baths
Walter Dunstan a noted Southern stenographer and former preacher was found dead in his New Orleans bed. Doctors cite heart failure possibly triggered by consuming very cold water baths morning and night. Once involved with evangelists Lany Small and Sam Jones he later pursued the Methodist ministry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Walter Dunstan
South
Dunstan
Lany Small
Sam Jones
Lenrth
Boundary shift calls customs over four miles south
Fontera merchant P Carrolio reports the international boundary survey shows the old line shifted well south of Fontera. The Fonterna Custom House is to move to the new line, affecting ore duties as several mining properties now lie in Mexico under U.S. smelting rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eas Antonio
Tex
P. Carrolio
Fontera
Mexico
United States
Fontern
London
Colne
Vera
Europe
Spanish Indies
Germany
Leia
Mowe
Asquith
Hus
Spencer Walpela
Lorn Dechy
Apostolom
Greece
Sussex County
N. J
Cave-In Threatens Structures on Jackson Street in Scranton
A large cave-in on Jackson Street endangers St. Patrick's Church, costed at 101000 dollars, and St. Patrick's Orphan Asylum as well as nearby dwellings. Side walls from both buildings are cracked full height, stones shifted, and steps displaced after the abandoned Central mine collapse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scnaxton
Jackson Street
Central
St. Patrick's Church
St. Patrick’s Orphan “Asylow
Orphan Asylum
Grond
Nothing but His Duty. New York Recorder
Fragmentary note discusses naturalized citizens seeking protection and a reference to November, reflecting a period news brief style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Recorder
Ife
Deaths MERE AND ELSEWHERE and Obituaries Across Newspapers
James M. Ryan of Galen W. dies suddenly from heart disease while riding a streetcar. He was a wealthy Northwestern Illinois porkpacker with diverse business ties and a friend of General terant. Other obituaries note Carvrary J, Th. Re rnerroun at Paxton, golden wedding memories, Howanro Drayton head of Philadelphia Trusts, and Rev. Wannex, Portland, Maine, aging 75.
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J. M. Ryan
Galen. W
Dabuyne
Northwestern
Illngls
Brainess Enterprises
General Terant
Emily
Gisieina
SD Reiseliest
Senator Power
Helena
Mont
Carvrary J
Rnerroun
Mifetong
Oll Paxton
Harrie Warg
Nia
Howanro Drayton
Pailadelpha Lonard of
Trusts
Rev
Smact
Wannex
Portland
Posing for Charity tableaux at St James Church
Tomorrow evening tableaux vivants a tea party and a musicale will be held at St James Roman Catholic Church to raise funds for the Children’s Hospital and Dispensary annex. Leading city singers will perform as part of a charity event organized by prominent ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. James
Children's Hospital
Y. W
Cephetus
Columbus
Society Indies
Iusbans Hospital For
Craft Avenue
Forbes Street
Sten
L. M. Dilworth
East End
W. J. Holland
Marvin
W. D. Wom
E. M. Forzasen
J. J. Vanderfrift
Misa
M. E. Dawson
S. H. Kilkelly
W. H. Siviter
Joseph Dilworth
Colonel Schoonmaker
Albert Childs
K. Frank LeMoyne
Mary Speer
Nelson Clark
Mary Mckee
Margaretta Miller Fond Ball At East End Y W C A
The Margaretta Miller Fond Ball of the Young Women's Christian Association of the East End opens Thursday evening with an entertainment and supper. A repeat performance and supper occur Friday evening. Participants include Mrs. E M Bizelow Mrs Gurch feld Mrs C Q Briggs Mrs George C Wil son Mrs Denniston Mrs Torrens Mrs A Ky al Mrs Kemerer Mrs W A Scott Mrs R Negrey Mrs E B Gamber Mrs A M Murdoch Abre Wainwright Mrs Mc Knight Mrs Peabody and Mrs C W Wil son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaretta Miller Fond
Young Women's Christian Association of
East End
E. M. Bizelow
Gurchfeld
George C. Wilson
Denniston
Art Society hosts private and public reception for American paintings
The Art Society plans an evening private view of a rare collection by leading American artists, with public access daily 2 to 10 pm this week. A Hebrew society event follows as the Conecordia Club hosts a grand hall and banquet on Stockton Avenue in Allegheny with a large warming tonight. President P H Hamberger and a committee, with Mrs Hamberger and others, will receive guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Art Society
Society
Isle
Conecordia Club
Stockton Avenue
Allegheny
Howe
P. H. Hamberger
Messie
Louis Himmelrich
M.S. Mack
T. Kunin
Max Klein
Mamberger
Srs. Muck
Klelu
Local Glimpse of Social Notes and Meetings
Mrs. L. Boses, nee Munroe, to receive Tuesdays at Motel Duquesne Messas. Edward Graig and Tones roam Montana hunting big game. Board of Managers meeting of the World's Fulr this evening. Miss Marie White to marry Rolin B. Heaton in Allegheny this evening. Elizabeth Nieman to wed George Metherson at Meadeavons. Daughters of the Revolution convene at Mrs. Park Painter’s residence this evening in Allegheny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rolland T. White
Rolin B. Heaton
Allegheny
Elizabeth Nieman
George Metherson
Meadeavons
Tuy
Daughters of the Revolution
Park Painter
Lidge Avenue
Alieghony
Georgia Colonel Heads to Texas to Take the Stamp
Col onel Ham of Georgia travels to Texas to seize the stamp for Hoge. The move signals a continuation of disputed issues and authority over the stamp transfer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Colonel Ham
Georgia
Texas
Endurance Race Sparks Outrage Over Horse Cruelty
Across papers reactions condemn the Austrian German officers ride from Berlin to Vienna as brutal and wasteful. Critics say the race tests animals cruelty with little military or scientific value while highlighting horses’ fatigue and riders’ vanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merlin
Vienna
William
Buffalo Express
New York Tribune
Cermany
Berlin
Boston Herald
Troy Times
New York Dan
Harrisburg
America
Philadelphia
Inventions and oddities from distant lands and eras
A collage of curiosities and claims from scientific, geographical, and cultural trivia. Notes include estimates of weavers and beavers, naval propeller milestones, waxed plans for London water, and other scattered items with names, places, and dates.
Tenderloin and Tongue: A Mock Provincial Verse
The text presents fragmented literary quips and humorous couplets from period-appropriate mock notes. It references a tenderloin phrase and social banter about manners, schooling, and language, capturing a light satirical tone from an early era.
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Cor
Smithfield
Diamond Streets
Diamond Street
New Dispatch Eonthling
Eastern Advertising
Tribune Building
Dispatch
Brentano's
Svnion Square
Avenue de Opera
Paris
France
Parry Thsraten
Datvy Ursratc
Dreraren
Binding Sanday
Daly DP Sravelt
Incleding Sanday
Thsr
Sendar
L'Axson
Dr. Harratas
Hoffman House
Blaine
Presidental Campaign
North Arson Review
Mar. Brrrea DE Cononne
Campaign News
Campatgn
Passett
Richard Croker
Kings Counties
Flower
Tammaty
Harlem
Independent
Indiana
Civil Service Commission
Missouri Republican Association
Roosevelt
Hunter
James T. Hunter
Himsek Financial Secretary
Missouri
Civil Service
Wayne MacVeacn
Academy of Music
Senator Sherman
Alabama
Kolb
Richardson
Kinsimah
Direcion
Michigan
Allan B. Morse
Missionary Ridge
Bostoniana
Sam Smalls
Uncle Sam
Scranton
Bo Wreeloe
James M. Ryan
Ladies’ Aid Society
Southaide Hospital
St. Mark’s Guild House
Union
Pittburg
Pusbury
Columbus Dispater
White Ants
Pitsburg
Richard Wagner
Bayreuth
Stow
Maine
Moscow
Waal
B. M. Mrentiss
Shiloh
Pettijohn
Walla Walla
Wasi
Heishit
Ireland
Stotland
Stasdin
John Fitch
Colject Pond
Tombs Prison
Huith, Gray & Co
Washington Star
Bae
Lys
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