Republican Nominations and Notable Figures Mentioned
The piece discusses political nominations and cites ex-Senator Charles Fr Mandersen of Omaha as a leading candidate for vice president, noting his presidency of the American Bar Association and his charm. It also mentions General Marnderson, an ex-Pennsylvania resident from Philadelphia, suggesting hesitance to reenter public life and a preference for influence via Charles Emory Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thue
Charles Fr. Mandersen
Omaha
American Bar Association
Unitedtates
General Marnderson
Thos Sade
Philadelphia
Smich
Charles Emory Smith
Arepue examines plans for Connel Park street railway
The article discusses a proposed ordinance granting right of way for tracks along Connel Park and Speedway Street. It questions profitability and notes public interest in good service over competition. It cites Justice Freedman on unions not guaranteeing strike funding and predicts court review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connel Park and Speedway Street Railway
The Mail Tube Question and Post Office Appropriation
Discussion in Congress over a 725000 annual appropriation for pneumatic mail tubes in Boston New York and Philadelphia and a proposed extension to other cities. Critics allege a link to a former public official led company seeking profits, while defenders cite public convenience and reasonable costs. General Bingham notes speed as a key to revenue and broader transport questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
New York
Philadelphia
Senate
Washington
Lssue
Post Ofice Department
Ax General
Bingham
Postal service reform and city mail delivery costs debated
The text argues for cheaper mail delivery within cities and major regions, proposing expediting all communications at a uniform rate. It contends pneumatic tube delivery would take years to reach Scranton but emphasizes nationwide efficiency and safeguard against government waste if the postmaster general has discretion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Washington
Beranton
Scranton
Next Legislature Charged with Choosing U.S. Senator
The article notes that the forthcoming legislature must elect a United States senator and that the chosen man is expected to be a party stalwart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tt Je
United States
Spectacle as Congress Tangles with Treaty Abrogation
The piece criticizes lawmakers in both houses over a potential repeal of the Layton Bulwer and Pancefote treaties linking the United States with Great Britain. It warns that moves to privatize or control the Nicaragua canal threaten neutral open access and provoke international backlash while General Wood consolidates power in Cuba by deposing judges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Becaue
Congress
State Department
Great Britain
Daren
John
McKinles
Ratithetthers
England
Ippepuhir
America
Plauer
Maglind
Central America
Cretes
Walter Wellman
Lberty
Britain
Catha
Cormins
Franco
Hayley
China
Land Titles in Luzon Debate Under Treaty Clause
The article discusses the Pari treaty cession of the Philippines to the United States and notes the clause protecting property rights held under local custom or law. It questions how the new American commission will handle property held by monastic orders with unclear titles and the implications for church and civil holdings.
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Pari
Spain
Philippines
United States
Petinpian Commission
W. B
Religious orders land policy in Philippines debated
Curtiv summarizes supposed Instructions to the commission on land ownership in the Philippines. The plan would classify lands for purchase or preemption by religious orders, grant clean titles to some, and declare unauthorized holdings public property. Church property used for worship or education would be taxed. residences and estate revenues used to support churches would not be exempt. Public funds would aid charities only with care, and no religious instruction in public schools. The piece notes political risk and cites Elihu Root, with a separate conference on state control of charities at Des Moines.
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Curtiv
Philippines
United States Army
United States
Curtis
Root
Congress Hall
Friate
Washington
Treasury
Jerley
War Department
Elihu Root
Coal production rise crowns US as leading world producer
The Journal reports the United States now tops the world in coal and pig iron output. It notes vast supplies and growing production, with the US ahead of Britain and Germany in manufacturing coal use, and highlights cost advantages from deeper shafts and robust protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Germany
France
Ponnaybnania
Vie
Virginia
Engletd
England
Smith A Possibility in Washington Duel Over Candidate
In Pithebyng ailen the Poetmaster General Charles Emo bmi faces renewed scrutiny as a presidential hopeful. Talks center on his political past and potential acceptance by the president amid a detention dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Pithebyng
Ailooin
Charles Emo Bmi
McMkinhey
The Mighty Politician and His Glaring Gall
A satirical verse questions the size of a politician, comparing him to Goliath and arguing that true greatness lies in his vast arrogance rather than height or weight. The speaker mocks public perception and political swollen egos.
Outlandish Anecdotes Color the Year in Print Bites
A collage of brief vintage items recalls letters and stories from late 19th to early 20th century society. Anecdotes touch on Transvaal politics, British figures like Kitchener, public misperceptions, and a humorous Baltimore police encounter.
Wry War Tales Among Troop Guests and Local Pranks
A fragment from a Philadelphia newspaper column recalls a pompous ceremonial moment with a duke and overheard quips about rain and prayers. A dockyard bailiff fires a sharp corrective by paying an idle worker named Malcolm Campbell, then a sergeant recalls humorous exchanges about combat drills and a missing officer.
Wanamaker Barred Amid Lebanon Report Turbulence
The Lebanon Report notes internal party maneuvering around Charles Emery Smith and Matthew Stanley quay as contenders. It suggests The Tribune could support a three-ring performance with John Wanamaker as a star, aiming to keep the ticket under one banner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Emery Smith
Matthew Stanley Quay
Pennsylvania
Tribune
John Wanamaker
Duty of next legislature to elect a United States senator
The newspaper urges the next legislature to elect a United States senator and argues people across counties should not let their representatives return home until a senator is chosen. The piece emphasizes duty and unity in the Commonwealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chambersburg
Grand Old Commonwealth
Indiana Republican Leader Draws Loyal Crowd With Sweet Talk
A vintage Indianapolis Press column praises Matthew Quay for masterful political appeal, comparing his influence to triumphs from John Kells and Tammany Hall as he held party ranks with persuasive rhetoric.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
John Kells
Quay
Rerstone
Three Piece Bedroom Suites At $0 Capture Attention
The passage notes strong appeal of a $0 three piece bedroom suite. Observers are drawn to each piece, then to construction and finish, comparing favorably with competitors at any price. The implied verdict is that these suites are superior in every way to any offered price.
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Everett
Advertising pitch for duplicator and office equipment
An advertisement offers the Neostyle Duplicator capable of 2000 copies from one original writing and 1500 copies from typewritten originals. It notes agents with a machine in use for demonstrations and lists products including the Planetary Pencil Sharpener and Star Paper Fastener. A trial installation is available in offices for a few days.
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Scranton Tribune
Une Publicing Wiegente
Pitty
Monti
Ayy Mwichard, Nester, O
KUEE
Mwielnews Manager
Ste Tmers
Cher
Ruranton
Lange Osdlisita
Justice Freedman
New Yorkers Supreme Court
Wwitespriad Sienttiowncs
Cavernor General
Cuba
Luzon
National Mothers’ Congress
Des Mouines
Hannah K. Schoff
Ates
Goliath
Edmund Rostand
Mildred
Mr. Cavil
Charles Arcustus Cavil
Cavil
Lace
Charles Augustus Cavil
Charles Auevetus Cavil
Sister Jane
Mr. Cail
Boston Bacar
Inne van Alphen
Transvaal
Dom Paul
Saturday Evening Post
Ann
Baltimore
van Alphen
Jaren
Marylan
von Apher
Armavement
Pretoria
South African Republic
Maryland
Republic
Mr. van Alplen
Congreermain Littlefield
Lewintown Journal
Franklin County
Charles
Charles Ff Littlefield
Eastport
York
Charles Littleield
Daria
Lord Kitchener
Royal Engineers
New York Telegram
Liemri
Seaious Houghie
Londim
Won
Rade
George Henry
Young Nitchener
Doane
Honey
Kitchener
Liverpool
Alonce
Duke of
Camridge
Dawden
Teok
Laggon
Wo Sy Waverly
Malcom Campbell
Winn
Daves
Malcolin Campbell
Teutenant
Th. HM
Sargeant
Hiladelphia
From the
Lebanon
Lewis & Reilly
Wyoming Avenue
Mercereau & Connell
Wyoming Ave
Coal Exchange
the Hunt
Builders Hardware
Henry Belin, JR
Fortis Wyoming
Lrnstros
Dupont
Smok Eest
Repauno Uatula Co Npusay't
Tafety
Epiodera
Vonnall Building
Kaulow
Thos, Ford
John B. Smith & Son
W. B. Mulligan
Pittaton
Plymouth Wilkes- Berra
Hold
Sui
N. Washington Ave
Dix Court
City Hall
Bedford Cord
China Faille
Benjaline Silk
Lackawanna Avenue
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