Senator Quay and Bardsley Fire Up Pennsylvania Politics
The piece argues that Democratic leaders in Harrisburg use a Barnsley certificate episode to insinuate Quay’s personal gain. It notes alleged favors from state officials and questions the link to campaign funds while urging separation of fiscal and political power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kerr
Democratic Party
Barnsley
Quay
Qony
Bardsley
Mercantile
Senator Quay
Keystone Bank
Republican Party
Boyer
McCamant
Livesey
Harrisburg
Welch
Kivedsley
Livsey
McComant
Party
Senate
Messrs
Gregg
Morrison
Pennsylvania
Tilden Heirs Donate 2.9 Million to Public Library Foundation
The Tilden heirs announce a 2.9 million gift from their fortune, won in the suit over the Tilden will, to the public library foundation. The lead lawyer had contributed a larger sum. The writer notes this noble act but questions the rarity of large public bequests and whether such gifts occur in the giver’s lifetime or rely on kin generosity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tilden
Public Library Foundation
Through Traffic Agreements
A Philadelphia paper notes the Pennsylvania Railroad seeks a traffic agreement with the Northern Pacific Railway to gain direct ocean to ocean connections. It claims the railroad already has connections via all three transcontinental lines and says the deal may offer financial benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad
Northern Pacific Railway
Ocean
Philadelphia
Railways and the push toward cross-line alliances
The discussion centers on why railroads consolidate or ally for exclusive advantages, offsetting rivals like the Van derbilt lines. It notes that law requires equal freight exchange among lines and with connecting roads, opposing discriminatory practices and stressing that legal rights are violated by current practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vanderbilt
Union Pacific
Jurisdiction Quibble in Senate Proceedings Examined
The piece analyzes Shapley's argument on Senate jurisdiction to remove officials for mis conduct and its flaws. It contrasts constitutional readings about incapacity versus criminality and questions the practicality and risks of expanding power. It notes the ongoing investigation has cost the state money and asks why the Senate acts without clear jurisdiction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shapley
Senate
Mr. Shapley
Boyer
Constitutional Convention
Hill
Georgia Democrats
Henry W. Grady
Oritory
Explosions prompt warnings on handling dangerous powders
Two powder and explosive incidents within 36 hours, one at Cleveland and one near Youngstown, highlight the hazard of manufacturing and handling dynamite and nitro glycerine. The carnage suggests carelessness or omitted precautions, stressing constant vigilance in hazardous occupations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Youngstown
Fixing Responsibility in National Banking Directors
Washington report urges Congress to amend the national banking act to hold bank directors strictly responsible for conduct of institutions. It calls for accountability toward the Comptroller of the Currency and criticizes supervision at Keystone National Bank and obstacles to investigations at the Treasury Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Supreme Court
Buffalo Bank
Keystone National Bank
Treasury Department
Nationwide debates and local quips echo in the press
The column juggles embargo talk over food exports, warns of swindles from green goods and bogus lottery schemes, notes the Miantonomoh’s upcoming duty, ponders older coast defense ships, and parries with a jab at New Orleans flood threats. It ends with a wry item on Philadelphia traction conductors and overcoats.
Governor’s appointments amid state funds concerns
The article argues the state may endure some anxiety over Governor appointees if misconduct and favoritism in managing state funds are halted. It emphasizes accountability and reforms to restore trust in fiscal oversight.
Rural labor drift to cities mirrors England's trend
Sir Jos E Gorst notes rural workers flock to urban areas both in England and the United States. The piece laments the global difficulty and urges proper division of labor as a remedy. It also comments on Senate testimony access and Wh Bonner’s trotter views, including a $5,000 incentive for a 2:05 record, though the prize seems unlikely to spur rapid progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos E. Gorst
England
Bonner
Notable Names and Quips From a Dated Column
Shirley Da e extols fruit cake as nourishment over bread and various figures travel through social notes. Ex governors, professors, ministers and club leaders appear in brief sketches, detailing lectures, vacations, residences, marriages, lawsuits, hunting plans, and linguistic skill.
Better Employment for Workmen in Modern Tariff Era
The Toledo Commercial notes that there is more work for the same number of workers today with higher wages, attributing this improvement to the protective tariff as the chief cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
US tin helmet drive fuels partisan claims
Spokane Spokesman notes overt concerns in the United States about manufacturing tin or setting up plants for helmet production, while Democratic papers declare no helmet production linked to Republican rallies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
United States
Democratian
Stepping Into Line Running Mate? Grand Rapids Herald Commentary
The Grand Rapids Herald praises Major McHinley’s campaign in Ohio as unexpectedly brilliant and signals rising prospects for a presidential bid. The piece frames his efforts as decisive and timely amid intense political currents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Rapids Herald
Major McHinley
Ohio
Siesta
Pencils Saved by Linseed Oil Treatment at Pittsburg
Rail clerks in Pittsburg report a method to preserve soft pencils. They place a gross of pencils in linseed oil to permeate wood and lead, softening the mineral and making it tougher. The technique allegedly doubles pencil life and reduces misuse of pencils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Observations on Pittsburg Pedestrian Habits
A New Yorker notes Pittsburg street etiquette focusing on pedestrians keeping to the right. He describes crossing norms and door entry habits as common-sense rules to avoid collisions, bruised noses, and apologies by favoring right-hand walking and entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Broadway
Soldiers' Home at Dayton shows harsh view of veterans care
A Distatron worker encountered a pension examiner while touring the Soldiers' Home at Dayton. The account portrays the home as a large complex with graves prepared daily and white marble markers installed last May. Dr. Realeason of General Negev oversees the hospital and is popular with the veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton
Ohio
Distatron
Reale
Ason
General Negev
Pittsburg
From Poverty to Fame on the Pennsylvania Line
A street railway man at a recent convention recounted rising from poverty to fame after starting as a Chicago clerk and riding freight trains turned away at Altoona. He walked 23 days to New York passengers then, later, travels again now in a palace car and views old landmarks with pride.
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Pittsburg
Chicago
New York
Altoona
Trenton
Emperor Wilhelm Shaves Beard Shocks European Press
A row of humorous notices reports Kaiser William II shaving his beard following a dispute with Empress and wife. Various papers joke about diplomacy, whiskey, and politics losing facial hair as a factor in governance and international affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaisen Wirriam
Boston News
Bismarck
T—En Orleans
Kaiser Wilhelm
Chicago
Germany
Berlin
Blede
William
Woodstock
Topics of the Times on Campaign Tactics and Trade
The piece critiques campaign rhetoric and money influence in elections, notes parliamentary and newspaper takes on protectionism and free trade, and discusses investor bets on McKinley. It references figures like Blaine and Campbell era politics, reflecting editorials from several papers.
Speech clash in Ohio over Sherman cheer
Somercopy interrupted a Jerry Simpson speech in Ohio by urging a cheer for John Sherman. Simpson retorted that hurrahing for Sherman would not clothe the speaker, reflecting strained Western opinions of Simpson and attire debates in the Nebraska State Journal record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somercopy
Jerry Simpson
Ohio
John Sherman
Jerry
Sherman
Nebraska State Journal
France's Hopeful Year Amid European Tensions
The Boston Courier-Journal reports a hopeful year for France with strong harvests and confident governance. It notes no labor conflicts, solid finances, and peace-minded leadership, while Boulangism fades and union with Boulangist factions quiets. Belgium reasserts neutrality amid possible Franco German rupture. The Brussels mayor rejects secret treaties with Germany as unfounded, emphasizing neutrality as France’s guarantor of independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Courier-Journal
France
Boulanger
Denmark
Russia
Haltia
Gulf of Finland
Belgium
Germany
M. Freyeinet
Sys
Marseilles
Bourgmestre
Brussels
Leopold
Blaine On Deck as Political Patter Flows
The excerpt mocks Secretary Blaine's return to duty and teases political headlines. It notes critics from multiple papers predicting Blaine’s influence and jokes about his absence and supposed Texas winter plans. The tone is satirical, reflecting partisan press chatter of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blaine
Chicago
Theo Blade
Texas
Washington, D. C
Boston Herald
Mason McKinney
Beaconsfield
Botton Globe
Japan appoints Takahira as New York consul general
Consul General Takahira, newly appointed to New York, arrived aboard the Oceanic and will proceed to his post. He expresses admiration for the United States, recalls prior service in Washington from 1579 to 1884, and notes potential three to four year term. He previously served as Charge d Affaires in Corea and as consul at Shanghai.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco Chronicle
Takahira
Japan
New York
Oceanic
Contones
United States
Washington
Legation
Corea
Shanghai
Tokios
Satemi Chimba
San Francisco
Toknakim
Trade with Cuba Surges Under Reciprocity Pact
The New York Tribune notes a rapid rise in Cuba trade two months after the Spain reciprocity treaty. Ward steamers are loaded with American goods, extra ships are chartered, and flour reductions soon to come will tax the fleet. Benefits reach Cuba and the United States with cheaper living costs and expanded industries. Cane sugar output should rise as American products flood the island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tribune
Spain
Cuba
United States
Stage Buzz And Upcoming Plays At Local Theaters
Duquesne Theater will host two new plays next week, A Modern Match by Clyde Fitch and Geodfrey Middleton Gentleman by Martha Morton, with strong company and favorable press. Other venues promise premieres and sensational acts including Superba at Grand Opera House, Hanlon Brothers tricks, After Dark at Bijou, and a London Music Hall sparring scene featuring Jim Corbett. The World's Museum and Harry Davis' Fifth Avenue Museum announce novelties including The Man with the Iron Skull.
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Pitou
Duquesne Theater
Clyde Fitch
Richard Munsfield
Messrs. Stoddard
Holland
Piton
New York
Meltzar
New York Herald
Geoffrey Middleton
Superba
Grand Opera House
Hanlon Brothers
Hoyt
Casino Opera Company
Hantons
W. A. Brady
London
Jim Corbett
Jim Daly
Philadelphia
John J. McNally
Irwin Sisters
George Marion
Tznatio Martinetti
Wood
Shepperd
Rich and
Harris
World's Museum
Allegheny
Keenan
Harry Davis
Fifth Avenue Museum
Man
Chrysanthemums Shine at City Show and Prizes
Interest grows as the chrysanthemum show opens in the Auditorium on Penn avenue Tuesday November 10 and runs through November 12. Superintendent Hamilton of Allegheny Parks notes rare seedings and warns of garden pests like a bee-like fly that ruins varieties. A large prize list from individuals and firms includes vases, dining room decor credits, and a Lawrenceville Cup with a bridal set, reflecting broad community support.
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Hamilton
Allegheny Parks
Adam
Oscar Wilde
Pee
Jalien Gordon
Reece
Penn Avenue
N. Patterson's
Sixth Avenue
Ejehbwtum
Lawrenceville
George W. Biggs
Loy and Geiselhure
John Sauer
A. W. Smith
B. L. Elliott
K. C. Patterson
J. B. Murdoch
James Dell
John Herbsen
Julius Ludwig
Jono Baden
N. Patreson
Convention of Missionary Bands in Wilkinsburg Saturday
A Presbyterian gathering for children and youth in Allegheny County will be held at Wilkinsburg Presbyterian Church with 800 attendees last year. Sessions start at 10 and resume at 2 after a free luncheon. speakers include Rev W Wilson with music by Simeon Bissell and Parchmont Camp, Sons of Veterans ushers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Differen Presbyterian
Allegheny County
Wilkinsburg Presbyterian Church
Kumler
Duquesne Traction
Wilkinsburg
East Liberty
Toston
Women's Relief Corps Nom
M. E. Church
Poat
W. Wilson
Simeon Bissell
Pittsburg
S. 3
Second Presbyterian Church
Eva A. McKer
A. Sellers Mokere
England
Continent
Wisconsin land openings calm after boom era
The Chicago Times notes Wisconsin land openings have not attracted large booms of settlers. It contrasts expected free for all grabs with restraint born from experience and warns that many who do not secure land plan to outwait rivals. The piece implies settlers approach government real estate calmly rather than in panicked rush.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Times
Wisconsin
Chilean conduct in civility urged by U S
A Globe Democrat note urges Chile to act with civility to avoid the United States feeling compelled to teach lessons in propriety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Curious Condensations From a Bustling World
A collage of oddities reports varied tales from different places. It notes a Chicago man planning an elephant farm in Southern California, farmers owning a Burlington Kansas bank, quail slaughter in Mexico for U.S. markets, and a costly cape coast wear figure. Other items include a sun eruption photograph, a ghostly rainbow near Pasadena, a ship Evangel disaster, Pike's Peak ascent effects, and a mongoose of scientific radio micrometer feats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Chicago
California
Cape Cod
Poland
Seasonal Smiles In A Ragged Abridged Globe
A collage of comic exchanges and quips from various papers and columns. Jokes about guests, signs, heaters, and aging, with cartoon captions and stage-like vignettes. References to air, hydrophobia, paint, saloons, and witty misunderstandings appear among snippets from Boston Courier Washington Star New York Herald and others.
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Paty Daeraren
Sunday Dispatch
Fittssburg
Thuesday
Duvats
Tovcrine
Tor Disputc
Buffalo Courier
Richt
Lonily Gas Company
Green Goods
Canada
New Orleans
Augean
Pasteur
Pennars Livsey
Marsh
Shirley Dae
Herman Ofldichs
Bancroft
Newport
Prior Bryer
Minneapolis
Grovor Gould
Catskill
Taylor
Tennessee
Fremont
U.S. N
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Lawrence
U.S
W. L. Scroges
Caracas
Venezeuia
Dwicn
Yale
Charlotte Emerson Brown
Orange
The
Federation of Woman's Clubs
Ralph Emerson
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Chile
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Trent
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Chicago Tribune
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Dexter
Portland
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Pike's Peak
New Rock
Stringtown
Colorado Desert
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Midilesex
Mae
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Neltier
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Tripe
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Washington Star
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