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Newspaper
The Semi Weekly Item
Location
Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1901
Page
1
The New York Journal says it uses one twelfth of U S printed paper leaving little stock for about six thousand other newspapers. The claim likely exaggerates the Journal's share.
An Iowa paper mocks Chinese conversion as costly and ineffective while noting many Christians die in the process. It cites a controversial theory on disease spread by fleas endorsed by the Marine Hospital Service. The author also claims theft of Chinese goods reflects widespread acceptance of robbing the heathen.
Milton Standard recalls a case where a friend’s urging toward a fraternal order with a $3000 insurance left a man choosing a different lodge and dying within a year. The burial occurred, but the bereaved family faced financial hardship, illustrating how unsolicited advice can harm others.
Reports indicate strong demand for anthracite coal with little stock at ports. That scarcity suggests local collieries will keep operating through the summer.
A narrative contrasts a fearless kitten facing a dog with perfect composure and sharp focus. The cat remains alert and ready to spring, clinging to a strategy that ends when the dog is distracted, then vanishes from sight. A second fable recalls two frogs in milk, one escaping by kicking until a butter raft forms. Moral: keep kicking.
W Francis Gilger longtime Swampkin assistant postmaster died at his Philadelphia home at 57. He is survived by his widow four daughters and one son. He was known throughout Northampton County.
Sporting writers tracking John Bonner of Summit Hill agree he is losing his grip and may retire from boxing in a few years unless he improves markedly.
The senate last Wednesday passed a bill prohibiting the sale and furnishing of tobacco to persons under sixteen. The penalty includes a fine up to 100 dollars, or imprisonment up to thirty days, or both.
Paul P. Pulaski vice president of the United Mine Workers Ninth district launches reorganization to create a local association at each colliery. The effort is actively moving in the Shenandoah district.
P. A. Stief advertises a selection of shirts and ties currently in stock. The notice emphasizes available menswear items and shop name.
A collage of lighthearted exchanges and jokes from various papers. Vignettes include a bride receeding engagement ring, a tale of a running account, taunts from dramatic scenes, and witty takes on fashion and family finances. These items capture playful social humor and print-era style.
A compact guide to physiognomy noting that facial features reflect character. It lists traits such as memory, reasoning, moral courage, language, self esteem, firmness, perception of character, observation, and conscientiousness with corresponding facial indicators like forehead, nose, lips, chin, and jaw.
A Boston Globe item claims American women feign tiny feet to flatter vanity. It recounts a legend of leaving mud dusted shoes outside hotel doors to invite envious scrutiny, while never trusting the porter to handle worn footwear.
In Sunbury and Shamokin Pennsylvania candidates declare for judge and sheriff posts. The judge nominee states intent to pursue the Court of Common Pleas seat and to support the party ticket. A sheriff candidate pledges backing the Democratic convention slate and adherence to the ticket.
The Pennsylvania Railroad offers excursion tickets from all stations to Kansas City at one fare round trip plus $2 for June 7 8 and 9. Tickets are good for return passage from June 11 to June 17. Inquire at ticket agents for specific rates and details.
The report lists Catholic populations in Porto Rico the Philippines Hawaii and Cuba totaling 18.39 million plus 1.6 million in Cuba, compares to a US Catholic base of 10.74 million. It notes 52 NYC Presbyterian churches, 171 ministers, and 25 000 members. It also details Pittsburgh with five Presbyterian bodies and 60 000 communicant members across about 200 churches.
The article profiles Central exchange operators in Chicago noting long tenures and sharp hearing, with Manager Francis highlighting training to equalize ear sensitivity. It describes operators’ focus, the impact of attention, and rushes on Saturday mornings as weekend business pressure rises.
The Pennsylvania Railroad offers one fare round trip excursion tickets from all stations for travel to Cincinnati from July 4 to 6 to attend the United Societies of Christian Endeavor convention July 6 to 10. Return passage must depart Cincinnati between July 7 and July 14. Specific rates and details available at stations.
A column urges readers to avoid heavy meat, wear light clothing, use a daily sponge bath, skip intoxicants, and limit ice water. The goal is to stay cool this season and curb concerns about the heat. It frames the advice as practical self care amidst widespread worry about the weather.
Joseph Bardman and John Kreis of Mahanoy City were picking blackberries Friday when they found a den of black snakes. They killed twelve. about as many escaped. The longest deserter measured five feet seven inches.
Robert Hinkle was arrested by Chief Morgan on the charge of the Kezish robbery on South Oak Street Saturday night. He appeared for a hearing before Squire Amour and Judge Walter, but details could not be published in time.
Benjamin Watkins of Richards colliery suffered a heat prostration on his way home early Monday. He struggled to reach his Camptown residence where Dr. Williams attends him.
Hotel and double block on the corner of Second and Market streets offered for sale on reasonable terms. Apply to Mrs Mary Harris, Mt. Carmel, Pa.
Elmour Heffelfinger advertises ten acres of land for sale near Helfenstine priced at 100 dollars an acre. The notice presents a simple land deal likely targeting local buyers seeking rural property.
Article notes a contrast between ministers' sermons and doctors' actions in Chicapo. It discusses the expected harmony between preaching and practice in public life and cites examples illustrating ethical standards among clergy and physicians.
Local 3790 of the United Mine Workers nominates officers for the six month term to be elected and installed next Wednesday evening. The roster includes Patrick Foley as President Daniel Gallagher as Vice President Nicholas Brokenshire as Treasurer John W Parry as Financial Secretary Harry Trefsger as Recording Secretary Corneline Dunleavy Samuel Hawk and George Bowers as Trustees Alex Farley George Hancock Robert Jones as Auditors and John Evans as Bookkeeper.
Mrs Blank wife of a New York merchant opened a private account at Second National Bank as a ladies department began. She overdraws about 250 dollars prompting her husband to demand an overdraft notice and quick settlement. She writes a check for the amount and laments the negligence. The bank agrees the joke lands on Mr Blank.
Among illustrious personages with queer fads must be numbered Prince Luitpold of Bavaria. His collection of beetles is the most extensive and complete in the world, and the prince is a skilled entomologist, deeply versed in the habits of ants, bees, moths, flies, earwigs and the insect world generally.
Timetables list daily and Sunday departures and arrivals from Philadelphia Reading Pottsville Williamsport and Sunbury to Mt Carmel Alaska Shamokin and Shamokin area with numerous weekday and weekend options. Train numbers and times vary by destination.
Atlantic City division timetables detail weekday and Sunday Express trains from Philadelphia and Cape May Ocean City Sea Isle City routes. Services include South Street departures, New York and Atlantic City Express times, excursion trains to Cape May Ocean City and Sea Isle City, and accommodations on express trains. Officials listed: W. G. Besler and Edson Weeks at Reading Terminal Philadelphia.
Direct connections with the best ones enter ing Cleveland Detroit Chicago Omaha Butte Portland Seattle and all other western points Fast time low rates unsurpassed equipment traversing a country unrivaled in scenery For time of trains and full particulars Consult D POWERS P and Agt.
Time cards list outward and westbound trains from Mt. Carmel and Harrisburg to Shamokin Sunbury Harrisburg Philadelphia New York Buffalo and more with arrivals at Altoona Pittsburg and other cities. officials J B Hutchinson and J R Wood sign as General Manager and Genl Passenger Agent.
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