Former Pennsylvania Governor Pattison Dies at 53
Robert E. Pattison former Governor of Pennsylvania died at about six this Monday morning after pneumonia illness. Born 1850 in Maryland he moved to Philadelphia in 1855 and rose as a prominent Democrat serving two terms as Philadelphia Comptroller before his 1882 victory for Governor. He also won a 1890 reelection, was defeated in 1895 and 1902 races, and is survived by wife daughter son and sister.
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St. Louis
Philadelphia
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Pennsylvania
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Warwick
Pennypacker
Warren Mail Ends Volume 56 After Fifty Six Years
The Mail closes volume 56 ending fifty six years as the county's oldest paper. Grateful to advertisers, county correspondents, and prompt paying subscribers, the paper invites more subscribers, job printing buyers, legal blank buyers, and contributors of fresh news. May readers live long and prosper.
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Warren Mail
Pennsylvanian Governor to Speak at Pennsylvania Day
Gov. Pennypacker accepts invitation to deliver principal address at Pennsylvania Day ceremonies during the St. Louis World's Fair. The event on Saturday August 20 marks the Fallen Timbers anniversary and honors Gen. Anthony Wayne and Pennsylvania milestones shaping U S history.
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Pennsylvania
St. Louis
Fallen Timber
Europe to rely on American wheat surplus for year
With a shortage abroad of 150,000,000 bushels of wheat from last year’s foreign crop, Europe is predicted to require all of the American surplus for the next twelve months. This will keep home prices steady and provide Western farmers a ready supply of money.
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Harvard and Yale Triumph Over Oxford and Cambridge Spass
All Americans rejoice as Harvard and Yale students competed in England against Oxford and Cambridge athletes and won six of nine events. The strong showing marks a notable record for the American teams.
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Yale
England
Oxford
Cambridge
Court rules woman not required to support husband
The court has ruled that a woman need not support her husband, a decision likely to disturb those who expect traditional spousal duties and raise questions about legal obligations in marriage.
Forestry Revival Prompts Pine Growth Plan in Wisconsin
The article urges forest restoration amid camper damage and timber loss, arguing healthy trees boost homes and neighborly comfort. It notes a Wisconsin effort by N P Bird of Peshtigo to start a large pine growing program, despite skepticism about profitability.
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Forecasted 1904 Crops Show Record Wheat and Corn Prospects
Government expert projects 664,000,000 bushels of wheat 2,537,000,000 of corn and 909,000,000 of oats for 1904. If realized these would beat 1903 results in all three, with wheat above average and corn and oats near historic highs, second only to 1899 for corn and oats.
Review of Reviews Preface on Democratic National Convention
The Review of Reviews signals August as a Democratic‑centered issue with political articles on the St Louis Democratic National Convention. It includes sketches of nominees and a delegate’s view of the Republican Chicago Convention, alongside impressions from a prominent delegate.
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St. Louis
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Vegetarians Gloat Over Meat Strike Developments
Vegetarians praise the meat strike arguing it educates the public to their diet theories. They claim living costs will drop and health improve, with pea nuts proposed as a nutritious substitute. Many physicians share the view and menus featuring vegetable soups cereals salads eggs bread and fruit are urged.
Fourth Methodist minister expelled in month shocks local clergy
The Philadelphia Press notes four ministers dismissed within a month, arguing the move shows the church's purity and resolve. It states the denomination should be praised for removing unworthy clergy rather than blamed for their removal.
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New Cabinet Members Endure Harsh Initiation Walk
Secretary Morton and Secretary Metcalf, newly named to President Roosevelt’s cabinet, agree that a brief country walk with the President serves as a strenuous initiation for new cabinet members, proving too taxing for some individuals.
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Families Turned Away as Chicago Strike Sours Relief
The sorrowful side of the Chicago strike appeared last Saturday when more than 1,000 jobless men women and children lined up at the relief committee supply grocery only to be told no more aid could be given. The strike’s impact strikes home to families.
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Relief Committee
American coal dealers ship dusky diamonds to Italy
American coal merchants export large quantities of coal to Italy, anticipating a growing market there for United States coal over time.
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Italy
Wall Street Bets Roosevelt as Favorite in Election
Betting odds on Roosevelt show ten to seven in favor of his victory. Yet no Democratic bettors have accepted wagers at those odds, reflecting cautious support.
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Wall Street
Roosevelt
Wanted An old pair of Andirons for small fireplace
The Mail seeks an old pair of andirons for a small fireplace. Apply at the Mail Office, with payment offered for suitable secondhand pieces. Hon L C Baker contribution noted for public documents.
Warren County Schools Show Growth and New Library
The Warren County educational year saw longer terms higher teacher wages better graded schools and replacement of wooden blackboards with slate. A monthly county education journal was launched and the first school directors convention held December 17 featured State Superintendent Schaeffer. The Cornplanter Memorial Library formed from donated works, while nine local institutes and twenty teacher examinations supported a strong year for twenty-five schools and six hundred uniform exam takers.
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Warren
N. C. Schaeffer
Seven Township
Teachers’ Institute
Schaeffer
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D. ©. Murphy
W. L. MacGowan
J. J. Quinn
Miss Hunter
Supt. Schaeffer
Alfred Halftown
C. W. Stone
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A. J. Hazeltine
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O. J. Gunning
Reduced Excursion Fares to Louisville For Encampment
Knights of Pythias encampment at Louisville Kentucky August 16 to 29 1904 prompts reduced excursion tickets from all Pennsylvania Railroad lines to Louisville and return Aug 12 to 15 at single fare plus 1.00. Tickets valid for return to leave Louisville by Aug 31 when stamped by Joint Agent. Extension to Sept 15 possible with deposit and 50 cent fee.
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Knights of Pythias
Louisville
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Train Excursion Tickets On Erie Line To World’s Fair
From Corry via Erie Railroad coaches will sell excursion tickets every Tuesday and Thursday for return within seven days. Tickets also sold daily with longer limit at pro portionate rates. See agents for train schedules through to the World’s Fair.
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Erie Railroad
Reduced Rates Tourist Tickets for D A V P R R Resorts
On sale daily from January 1 to September 30 for travel to eastern and western resorts via the D A V P R R. Inquiries and details available from local ticket agents. A select list of eastern tours is in a book titled Summer Tours, sent for one cent postage to A J Smith G P T A Cleveland OH.
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A. J. Smith
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