A Call for Constitutional Reform in Pennsylvania Courts
An 19th century letter argues that the governor overstepped by appointing prothonotary and attorney general offices not established by the constitution. It urges legislative restraint, suggests shifting fees to treasury, and cautions against tax increases while stressing accountability of county officers and reform to reduce patronage. The piece also includes a personal letter from Reverend William R B Montgomery describing the death of his wife Jane during an Osage mission visit.
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England
Legislaure
Grand Jury
Vhis
Pennsylvania
William RB
Montgomery
Osage
Danville
Harmony
Osage Nation
Jane
Tiiy
Gabe
Perigoric
Rheubacb
County Officers Under Fire Over Rapacity Allegations
In sharp denunciation, critics attack county officers accusing them of rapacity and misuse of power. The editorial argues residents must no longer endure the corrupt administration and calls for reform.
Education as the Path to Fame and Virtue
A ceremonial exhortation urging progress in literary studies and science, praising education as the noble gift of refined benevolence. It encourages perseverance, virtue, and gratitude to parents, firmness in Sabbath observance, and hopes for future leaders to beautify the nation.
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Temple of Science
Demosthenes
Alexander
Washington
Address on Education at Catawissa School by G W Mears
The speaker extols education as humanitys chief foundation and praises Demosthenes and Cicero as exemplars. He cites American origins, Washingtons leadership, and the role of science in guiding government, urging lofty effort to improve society through learning.
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Catawissa
G. W. Mears
Demosthenes
Cicero
Great Britain
George Washington
Notice to Debtors of John Mills
Those persons indebted to the subscriber will settle the same on or before the first of March next. Accounts not paid will be placed with proper officers for collection. John Mills. February 12, 1822.
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John Mills
Insolvent debtor hearing set in Danville for George Sweeney
The court of common pleas in Columbia County has appointed the first Monday of April for a hearing on the insolvency relief petition of George Sweeney. Debtors and creditors are to attend at the courthouse in Danville if they think proper. February 13, 1922.
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Orphans Court
Columbia County
Thomas Girton
Jacob Bodine
Maedison Township
Said County
Daniel Woolever
Mathias Rutter
Michael Everet
Court of Common Pleas
Danville
George Sweney
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Jacob Bodinesen
John M’dowel
Hima
A E. Kitchen
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