Prosperous Pennsylvania Finances Report Record Year
The state closed the year with receipts of 22,947,890.65 and expenses of 17,787,106.19, including general and sinking funds. General fund receipts were 19,373,093.58 with expenditures at 15,210,792.31, leaving a general fund balance of 9,151,366.38 and a sinking fund balance of 3,717,440.62. General funds are deposited in 94 banks and trust companies with deposits from 5,000 to over 500,000 and a 2 percent interest rate.
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Pennsylvania
Special offer for Mail and Lippincott's Magazine
Special arrangement offers one year of THE Mail and Lippincott's Magazine for 3 dollars with November and December issues free. Lippincott's delivers a complete novel each month and a wide range of engaging reading.
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Lippincott’s
Superintendent Shaeffer advocates five directors and $30 teacher pay
Dr Shaeffer, state superintendent, urges reducing school directors from six to five to avoid frequent deadlocks over selecting teachers and buying supplies. He also calls for a minimum teacher salary of $30 per month, arguing that good work cannot be done for less and underpaid teachers are unfit to teach.
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Shaeffer
Guardsman expelled by union over soldier status in Schenectady
A National Guardsman from New York was expelled from a labor union in Schenectady because he is a soldier. He filed charges of conspiracy, but Attorney General Davies ruled there is no action under current laws. A bill to define citizen soldier rights may be debated in the coming legislative session.
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National Guardsman
New York
Schenectady
Guardsman
Davies
Conneautville Courier marks 55 years of service
The Conneautville Courier celebrates its fifty fifth anniversary, tracing its start to 1847 a year before the Mail. Under J. E. Rupert & Son it occupies a large space in Crawford County and is noted as a clean, prosperous weekly newspaper with hopes for many more birthdays.
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Conneautville Courier
Mail
J. E. Rupert & Son
Crawford County
Nebraska Bets $300000 in Massachusetts Gold Bonds
Nebraska votes to invest 300000 dollars of its school fund in Massachusetts gold bonds. The state shifts from past non gold standard policies as it aligns with Republican support for the gold standard.
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Bryan
Nebraska
Massachusetts
Sheep Law Upheld by Supreme Court Including Animal Bites
The Supreme Court rules the sheep law constitutional and extends it to cover livestock owners. County Commissioners will pay for damaged animals including horses up to $100, cows up to $40, and pigs up to $6 killed after dog bites.
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Supreme Court
Towns Republican Majority For 1902 Official
The official tally shows towns with a Republican majority of 79,214 for 1902. Illinois follows closely, and Kansas Republicans have increased their lead. Missouri sits amid strong political activity and will align once the state ring’s election trickery is neutralized.
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Town
Illinois
Kansas
Missouri
Warnings on Early Marriage Face Opposition
Gen Corbin criticized early marriage among army officers and Bishop Duncan echoes the warning to young Methodist ministers. Yet warnings and examples fail to deter Cupid's aims as young lovers persist.
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Corbin
Duncan
Cupid
Roosevelt’s Second Annual Message Impresses Congress
The president’s second annual message is described as strong and pointed, read in Congress on Tuesday and printed in this issue. It is noted that Roosevelt speaks plainly and forcibly, delivering a direct address on the nation’s issues.
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Roosevelt
Congress
Railroads Seek Freight Rate Hike After Wage Rise
Railroads, after granting workers a wage increase, push for across the line freight rate increases. The burden would fall on the public as higher shipping costs.
Naval experiments spark petroleum fuel optimism
The naval tests using petroleum as fuel show strong promise and the high prices are said to spur American ingenuity in developing better propulsion and energy efficiency.
Roosevelt Addresses Philadelphia Crowd After Bear Hunt Visit
President Roosevelt drew a cordial reception in Philadelphia on Saturday November 22 following a south bear hunt. At Founders Day banquet he spoke largely on McKinley era policies and their success, arguing the 1896 pledge to keep financial honor and stabilize the economy has been thrice justified by outcomes and the general prosperity compared with eight years ago.
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Roosevelt
Philadelphia
McKinley
William McKinley
Roosevelt stance on appointing qualified African Americans
The President writes that a colored man should not be barred from government roles if he proves fit. He argues merit proves equality, counters Southern claims of racial inferiority, and says recognizing ability advances both the nation and the South, where the black population is largest. The Pittsburg Times commentary urges developing the negro to benefit the South.
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South Carolina
Mr. Roosevelt
South
Pittsburg
State Treasuries Compared As Year Ends
The Mississippi treasury is nearly cashless with about 140000 on hand while December demands loom with 200000 in outstanding pension warrants. Pennsylvania remains strong, pays 5.5 million yearly for schools, and nears debt freedom, defying harsh depictions of ruin. Scribner's December number praised for rich pictures, stories, and an early Stevenson poem.
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Pennsylvania
Old
Commonwealth
Phil’a. Inquirer
Sabbath Work Ethic Warned By DuBois Herald
The DuBois Herald contrasts energy in business and football urging young men to work hard in business lest they neglect the Sabbath, noting someone would break a collar bone or smash a nose through effort but many avoid Sabbath labor.
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The
DuBois Herald
Sensible Dalzell Retires From Speaker Contest
Mr Dalzell withdraws from the Speaker race noting Mr Cannon was heavily favored to win. The move ends his bid with a graceful exit and reflects the political dynamics of the contest.
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Dalzell
Cannon
Sensible Dalzell
Washington shifts to Republican majority this year
Two years after a doubtful outlook, Washington now gives a Republican majority of 26,862 votes, dismissing the alleged imperialism issue as bogus.
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Washington
Timely Topics and Notable Local Notes
Republican farmers rally behind Roosevelt and the GOP. Apple harvest totals reach 43,000,000 barrels per American Agriculturist, up from 27,000,000 in 1901. Lakes vessels sunk in recent storms, two losses reported. Dooley humorist Finley Peter Dunne to wed Miss Margaret Abbott of New York. London scandals in high life contrasted with alleged aristocratic superiority claims.
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Roosevelt
Republican Party
Bismarck Tribune
American Agriculturist
Dooley
Finley Peter Dunne
Margaret Abbott
Chicago
New York
Bradford
London
Pennsy Power Adds Jobs and Wages Nationwide
The Pennsylvania Railroad drives national trade with vast expansions including track upgrades and new tunnels, while inaugurating a pension system for 16,000 workers and boosting wages by 10 percent for those earning under $200 a month. The policy benefits 150,000 Pennsy employees and boosts business confidence ahead of the holidays. President A J Cassatt and executives receive praise for acting to uplift common welfare.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Pennsy
Asquehanna River
Harrisburg
New York City
Pennsylvania
A. J. Cassatt
Wm. A. Patton
Jnc
Rural Route Wagon Wheel Mail Delivery
Indiana farmers set up a novel roadside mail arrangement with sixteen mail boxes mounted around an old wagon wheel atop a post. When the carrier arrives he turns the wheel to access each box, creating a miniature outdoor post office for convenience.
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Uncle Sam
Indiana
Tailor Jacob Keller Offers Bargain Cloth Lot
Just received a large and choice lot of cloth suitable for men’s suits and ladies’ skirts and sacques. Bought cheaply and will be sold very low. I want to give friends and patrons a good bargain. Please call and take your choice. Jacob Keller the tailor.
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Jacob Keller
CalL at Kertcher's Millinery Leader in Mil linery
A concise display note announcing Kertcher's as the leader in millinery offering the latest and best in hats and hats styles.
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Kertcher’s
How To Find Out If Kidney Trouble Is Present
Fill a glass bottle with water and let it stand twenty four hours. A sediment indicates unhealthy kidneys. Pain in the back or frequent urge to urinate, or blood on linen, evidence kidney and bladder trouble. Dr Kilmer Swamp Root claims to cure rheumatism, back pain, kidneys, liver, bladder and urinary issues. Sample bottle and book offered free by mail from Dr Kilmer & Co. Binghamton NY.
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Swamp Root
Dr. Kilmer & Home of
Jewelry Gifts Sparkling Selections Arrive for Christmas
Mokck and Kirberger invite shoppers to browse a new display of jewelry watches diamonds and novelties created well before Christmas with silver cut glass and elegant designs. Goods for gifts can be laid aside for later pickup.
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Mokck & Kirberger
New Styles In Fall and Winter Cloths Arrive at Keller Tailor
Jacob Keller the tailor announces arrival of new fall and winter cloths with best work and lowest prices. Prices and selections highlighted to attract shoppers.
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Jacob Keller
Elegant Wedding Stationery at The Mall Office
In wedding invitations and announcements, calling cards, ball invitations and programs at the mall office, neat and elegant work is offered at low prices.
Engraved Stationery Styles on Display
Latest and fashionable engraved stationery showcased at the Mail Office with samples and price details.
Spartansburg Telephone Company Charter Notice
LEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS IS HEREBY GIVEN that an application will be made to the Governor of the Commonwealth office on the 29th day of December 1902 by John H. Wright George H. Barlow and W. E. Miller under the Act of Assembly for the charter of Spartansburg Telephone Company to construct maintain purchase lease and operate telephone and telegraph lines and exchanges in Crawford Erie and Warren counties Pennsylvania with power to connect with other lines and to exercise all rights and privileges of the Act of Assembly and supplements thereto HINCKLEY RICE Solicitors.
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Commonwealth
John H. Wright
George H. Barlow
W. E. Miller
Spartansburg Telephone Company
Crawford, Erie and Warren
Pennsylvania
Act of Assembly
Hinckley & Rice, Solicitors
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James Brann
Warren County Common Pleas
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Kightlinger
Libellant
Abram Kightlinger
Warren Borough
Court of Common Pleas
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Eberhart
Warren, Pa
Irena M. Morgan
Columbus
Mlitul
Emma Chapin
Adamix
Corry
Perry D. Clark
George Krimbill
Waren County
Court House
Albert D. Walter
George B. Walter
Onondaga Ave
Poe Fin Neves
Kingston
N. Y
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Wall St
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Undertaker
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