Taft argues Philippine independence would harm the islands
Former President Taft told a Senate committee that Philippine self government cannot be rushed. He warned independence could spark unrest and even a Diaz like uprising, citing Mexico and a Philippine revolt funded by agitator Ricardo. He urged continuity of US oversight until Filipinos are educated and English speaking.
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Wheat Reaches New War Prices Amid European Demand
Europe’s bread needs spark speculative buying and new highs for wheat in Chicago trading. May delivery hits 1.3434, still below 1898 wartime peak, as export demand and Belgian relief purchases push the market. farmers show little change in selling.
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Governor Tners Final Message Part II Highlights State Wealth and Reform
Governor Pennsylvanias remarks cover resource conservation amid dominance in coal, iron, steel, and other industries. He urges expanded ore transport, port and rail upgrades, and state cooperation for water terminals. He praises the Capitol Park commission, Panama-Pacific exhibit plans, and reforms in forestry, public utilities, pure food laws, and safety in mines and industry.
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House Leaders Set for Vote on Suffrage
In Washington on January 3, leaders plan a January 12 vote on a rule to submit a constitutional amendment for woman suffrage. Opponents urge defeat, while President Wilson’s stance favors states’ rights on the issue. A White House delegation of Democratic women seeks to sway the President after a prior opposition.
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Erie Doctor Dies in Cambridge Springs Hotel
Dr. Bert L. Wilson of Erie was found dead in bed at the Hotel Bartlett in Cambridge Springs at 10 30 this morning. Heart failure was listed as the cause. He was 41 and survived by his father Dr. James Wilson of California, plus a brother and sister.
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Erie
Bartlett
Forest fire helper paid forty five cents in reward
Deputy Sheriff G. Grude of Northampton County received a forty five cent check from District Fire Warden Kemmerer of East Penn Township for helping to put out a forest fire in Carbon County last summer. The incident occurred while Grude was hunting and he and others assisted in putting out the blaze.
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Carbon County
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Great Evangelist Visit Shapes 1915 Legislative Session
A large crowd welcomed the great evangelist in 1915 as Mr and Mrs Billy and Mr and Mrs Asher crossed to Broad Street then Vine Street to the citadel marking the start of a nine week workshop. Joseph M Steele chaired the general committee and Ira Dale Meals was named assistant resident clerk. The assembly adopted Jules rules with speaker appointing the committee and calendar changes by majority vote. House sessions set for 10 a m unless ordered otherwise.
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Ira Dale Meals
Harrisburg
Jules
Quarantine case in Sunbury ends with $50 fine
Stanley Ross was arrested today in Sunbury by State health inspector Dr. C. S. Hunt for entering a quarantine home and paid a $50 fine.
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