Death of John Hay Ends A Public Life Of Service
Public notice mourns the death of John Hay secretary of state who died early Saturday at his New Hampshire home. The president proclaims a national bereavement as Hay is praised for forty five years of public service from Lincoln to his peacetime leadership and his many roles as statesman poet and orator.
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John Hay
New Hampshire
Roosevelt
Abraham Lincoln
Royal Arcanum rates criticized for aged members
The Titusville Herald argues the Royal Arcanum new schedule unfairly harms members 65 and older who rely on Arcanum insurance. It urges a cut in their rates while defending other pricing as based on the order's own experience. The piece warns the public about the false basis of fraternal insurance.
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Royal Arcanum
Titusville Herald
The
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Appointment of David Martin as Insurance Commissioner
The writer criticizes Gov Penny Packer for promoting David Martin over Samuel W. McCulloch, arguing the deputy who has run operations for years deserves the higher salary. The piece accuses Durham and others of political motivation and favors the idea that workers should receive pay and honor.
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Pennypacker
Philadelphia
Samuel W. McCulloch
Durham
Trial of Justice Hooker Before Legislature
The trial of Justice Hooker before the New York Legislature will start next Monday. His defense statement pleads but fails to assure many. political maneuvering may shield him from law, though if guilty he was foolish and indiscreet at least.
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New York
Government clerks barred from sleeping or reading on duty
From Washington comes word that a special commission has ordered clerks in the government service to stay awake and avoid reading newspapers while on duty. The measure is presented as increasing efficiency and discipline within the administration.
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Washington
Rockefeller Gifts and Tax Talk Highlight Fiscal Debate
John D. Rockefeller commits one million dollars to Yale College and ten million for needy schools, while discussions rise about reviving the stamp tax. The piece urges economy and cutting needless expenses to close a twenty four million dollar deficit. The note ends by praising Best Job Printing at Malv's Printery.
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Yale College
Uncle Sam
Roads in the Schools Promote Good Highways Curriculum
The Pittsburg Gazette suggests teaching road building in high schools to reach the masses and prepare for a coming demand for road engineers. Lessons would cover water flow, road drainage, and the advantages of well designed highways for heavier loads.
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Pittsburg
Norway's Secession as Explained by Nordiske Blade Editor
Sigurd Folkestad argues in Collier's June 24 piece that King Oscar fell because he stood for aristocratic Sweden over democratic Norway. He says Sweden’s democratic people favor Norway and that Swedish emigration to Norway spreads ideas of freedom and social betterment. He claims Norway hopes Swedish aristocracy loses power and cites unity among Sweden's liberals and democratic classes with Norway.
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The Horde of Immigrants and Rising Island Arrivals
The Bradford Star notes June immigration surges at Ellis Island with 72000 arrivals by June 1 and an estimated 84000 for the month. Fiscal year totals reach 1,062,000, surpassing 1903’s 857,046 and 1904’s 812,870, framing immigration as a major national issue and concerns over assimilation and quality of newcomers.
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Ellis Island
Bradford Star
Important Measure Affects Landlords Tenants Rights Now Law
The state enacted a law altering landlord tenant relations. It requires a landlord to serve a written notice demanding possession within thirty days when a tenant holds property for under a year or on a monthly indefinite term. The act does not allow eviction before lease or license expiration.
The Four-Track News Launches Ninth Volume Cover by Finn H Frolich
The Four-Track News unveils its ninth volume with an artistic cover by Finn H Frolich a Paris Exposition silver medalist and St Louis Exposition sculptor. Each month features a season appropriate half tone central panel. the redesign strengthens individuality and reflects steady growth from 64 to over 160 pages monthly.
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Libraries in the United States distribution feat
An exchange notes nine libraries exceed 300000 volumes each and fifty nine exceed 100000. It estimates one library per 11000 people based on population to library ratio.
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Legal Blanks at Walt Orive Specialty Shop
The Walt Orive shop features legal blanks as a specialty item line. It emphasizes durable forms and standardized templates for court filings and official notices. The store promotes reliability for attorneys and paralegals seeking compliant legal documents.
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Republicans organize mass voter enrollment in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg July 4 initial steps have begun for an aggressive Republican campaign posture in Pennsylvania with plans to enroll over 800000 voters outside Philadelphia Pittsburgh and Allegheny and to canvass for political leanings through county committee networks. the state party lauds its structure and vows a large youth enlistment and a broad mobilization across 60 000 auxiliary volunteers and 6000 county committee members led by State Chairman Andrews.
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Potpourri of Health Tips and Local Notes
A mix of playful verse and local updates including potato prices in Pittsburg, the 49th Pennsylvania Educational Association session in Reading, graft convictions for Shenandoah school board members, a Quay fountain in Beaver, and upcoming National Guard inspections across Pennsylvania brigades in July.
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Erie
Celery Harmful to Birds. Apple and Lettuce Safe
The note says celery is not good for birds while a bit of apple is much better. It adds that cabbage and lettuce are not injurious to birds.
House under Lizard lighthouse, southernmost in Britain
A noted house once occupied by artist Thomas Hart sits under the Lizard lighthouse and is described as the southernmost dwelling in Great Britain.
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Great Britain
London Fog and the Fog Headache in Winter
An ordinary dense London fog carries the smoke of thousands of tons of coal causing a “fog headache” for winter residents. Strong tea or coffee is suggested as a palliative.
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London
Books Sold by Weight in Buenos Aires Shop
In a Buenos Aires second hand book shop curios depository the wares mainly legal and scholastic are priced by weight. The unusual method combines trade in books with the idea of weighing knowledge.
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Buenos Ayres
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