Doings at Harrisburg and State Legislation Action
Harrisburg reports outline a busy session with bills on capitol completion funding cut to 5 million, a kidnapping penalty revision, a juvenile court trial establish ment, and a tax and public works agenda. Committees advanced the street and conduit bill and a city county levy measure while session times were amended.
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Law measures advance in house amid committee reports
In the house afternoon session committee reported several measures for printing including a ballot reform bill with hearing to follow. Other items favored include Beacom bill on county reimbursement for section contents, skeleton general appropriation draft, and an adjournment motion for a call in probate and corporation law discussions.
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Senator Emery's New Apportionment Bill
Harrisburg March 1 Senator Emery's plan would redraw state districts to raise total Senate seats to 210 from 204 and Philadelphia from 59 to 47 seats. Allegheny county gains and several counties lose seats under the proposed apportionment with many ward-based districts redefined and several counties shuffled to new districts.
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Carnegie Retirement and 5 Million Gift to Workers Fund
Andrew Carnegie announces retirement from active business in a letter to Pittsburg and plans a 5 million dollar endowment for superannuated and disabled Carnegie company employees. He notes the savings fund remains intact and details plans for worker welfare and home loans.
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Plan to Redistrict Wyoming Conference
A plan to redistrict the Wyoming Conference outlines new district boundaries for Episcopal churches. It describes a five district division and potential shifts affecting Honesdale Chicago areas with revised district lines and appointments.
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Honesdale
Prclusive Wire From The Ascotiated Prove Lew York
Marc Withee Rev Wolft Mois of the Central Methodist Episcopal church of Newaks declined the oath to the Viet Methodist Episcopal eluted at Wilkos Nerve Pu
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Wilkos
Sherman Harris Hanged
In a verdict reported today a man named Sherman Harris was executed by hanging for the death of Shiney King a merchant. The case drew regional attention as details of the trial and motive were outlined by the reporting outlet.
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Murel
Postmaster at South Auburn Shaped By Wire Notice
Postmaster at South Auburn report notes from The Arceviated Prom in Washington through Factuelve Wire. The item mentions a plan involving Jackson and a South Avibipin agency, with unclear details and partial names.
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Mitchell Leads Mine Workers in Call for Joint Conference
President Mitchell convened the Anthracite Mine Workers with delegates from Districts 1, 7, and 9 to discuss wage settlements for the coming year. He stressed that a strike is not yet discussed and urged a humane, scientific resolution through joint conference with operators. John Gallagher was named permanent secretary.
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Plynouth
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Pitteto
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Coleraine
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Preeland
Hugh Callagher
Lattimer
Thomas Dutt
McAdeon
Janes Tonner
Dykene
Charles Farmer
Shenandoah
Frank O. Boyle
Mualgesville
Willian Tiley
Shamokla
Martin Nash
Glen Curbon
Thomas Davis
Pottsville
Willian Martin
Mt. Carmel
John Bueckew
Marbiette
Ieee Hizleton
Mitchel
At & Oelock
Biter
AIR
First District
Ian Locate
Joh Gallagher
District 7
Engine Explosion Kills Three Near Mud Run
A Lehigh Valley locomotive boiler exploded near Mud Run this morning. Engineer Wilton Albert, fireman Morris Meavain Morris, and brakeman Robert McMullen, all Pittston residents, died as the engine and tender were hurled into the Lehigh river. The train continued for a distance without its engine. Bodies were entangled in the wreckage.
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Pirukeman
Robert McMullen
Pittston
Lehigh River
Mening Stanley
Timin
Markot
MeoMuollen
Negro Burned Alive as Mob Instigates Lynching in Texas
Report from Mcopolis by the Associated Press says John Henderson, accused of murdering a farmer’s wife Younger, was executed by a mob outside the courthouse. He confessed in writing, eyewitnesses estimated five thousand people watched, and a rope and pit were prepared for his death. Henderson was killed within ten minutes with no resistance.
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Hillsboro
Flint
Court House
Henderson
Fragmentary note hints at local meeting and work for girls
A cryptic OCR fragment mentions a community meeting or action at Wille and a plan for girls to engage in work. It references a leader and possible educational or organizational context, with unclear names and places due to garbled text.
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Benjamin Harrison Dies at Home in Indianapolis
Former president Benjamin Harrison died at his residence in Indianapolis after a battle with pneumonia and intercostal neuralgia. He slipped into a semi comatose state Tuesday evening and did not rally, with son Russell Harrison and daughter Mrs. McKee away from his bedside. The obituary notes his public service, early legal career, Civil War promotion, Senate tenure, and oratorical ability.
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General Harrison Dies After Prolonged Illness In Indianapolis
Exclusive wire reports from Indianapolis state General Benjamin Harrison died at 2 o'clock this afternoon after hours of semi conscious struggle. Family and close friends were at his bedside as physicians noted a final decline and the room fell into grave silence before his passing. News prompted mourning across the city with flags at half mast and public and private services planned including a state capitol tribute and a First Presbyterian church funeral. President Harrison and Cabinet members were notified. the late president’s daughter Elizabeth and wife remained in attendance during his final hours.
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President McKinley Plans Attendance at General Harrison Funeral
President McKinley will attend General Harrison's funeral as arrangements are announced. The Associated Peru dispatch notes the president and party will depart from Washington on May 1 for events connected with the service.
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Mr Cleveland Praises Harrison in Interview
Ex President Cleveland remarks on the death of former President Benjamin Harrison praising his services and public duty. He stresses Harrison’s patriotism, sacrifices for country, and influence as a model of decency and good citizenship in private life and office.
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Life of Benjamin Harrison Confused Biographical Sketch
A garbled OCR extract recounts Benjamin Harrison’s life with fragments of family connections and eras. It mentions historical figures and events related to early American governance, education, and public service, though many names and details are distorted or unclear.
Weather Outlook With Strong Winds Near Coastal Areas
Forecasters warn of high northeasterly winds near the coast with gusts reaching near gale force. Expect periods of heavy rain and potential travel disruption through the day as a cold front passes.
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