Penrose victory caps remarkable Pennsylvania campaign
Editorial reflects on Senator Penrose's victory in Pennsylvania, noting an unprecedented off year plurality and a strong showing for his re election. It acknowledges Democratic help and voter fears of tariff policy while urging Brumbaugh and Penrose to honor the people's will and avoid pro liquor or anti labor agendas.
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Pennsylvania
Republican Party
Penrose
United States
Senate
Democratic Party
Friends of Good Government
Brumbaugh
Flinn
Pinchot
Union
Franklin News
Ministers and public blamed for church attendance decline
A metropolitan daily editorial argues ministers fail to call and engage congregations and that Billy Sunday style fervor draws crowds. It cites Levy S Richards urging earnest preaching while accusing local clergy and press of fearing bold confrontation with public attitudes.
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Billy Sunday
Richard
Richards
Palmer's Explanation Trails After Senate Race
The Clearfield Progress editorial digest criticizes A Michell Palmer for aiming to block Gifford Pinchot and aid Penrose. It notes thousands of Democrats stayed home or backed Penrose as a rebuke to Palmer and asserts the Washington party did not collapse, but Palmer's faction did. The piece teases a government job for Palmer and promotes subscribing to The Warren Mail.
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Penrose
Gifford Pinchot
Pencrose
Washington Party
Pennsylvania
Man’s Christmas Gift Sparks Divorce Accusations
An Atchison man bought dry goods for a Christmas gift, hid them in his office, and his wife found the package accusing him of buying dresses for other women. She has cried for three days and consulted nine lawyers.
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Atchison
Atchison Globe
Why Penrose Won
Franklin News argues Penrose won due to Republican desire to oust Democrats and protect industry. It credits long party service, electoral support from merchants and farmers, and liquor voters, noting possible Prohibition shifts and future saloon opposition. It dismisses Penrose as not reckless and predicts anti-saloon forces gain influence.
Rural Pennsylvania’s Need for Social Centers on Farms
Rural Pennsylvanians require social centers led by capable, cultured leadership where art and wholesome amusements inspire youth. To keep young people on farms, farm life must be made more attractive and farming more remunerative, with schools serving as community hubs for character and thought.
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Pennsylvania
Hendricks Leaves Brookville Republican for Lyceum Bureau
Thomas V. Hendricks resigns after years as editor of the Brookville Republican to become publicity manager for the Coit Alber Lyceum Bureau in Cleveland and appear on its lecture platform. John C. Dight succeeds him as Republican editor, bringing prior work with Philadelphia North American and a 1912 Republican national delegate role. An inquirer wonders if a high scholarship status affects a Warren High student’s social standing.
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Thomas V. Hendricks
Brookville
Harrisburg
Warren High School
White Elephant Party Skips Breakup Amid Marital Surprises
The Chronicle Telegraph reports a Pittsburgh society woman inviting guests to a white elephant party where each attendee brings an unwanted item. The event flopped due to unexpected developments as eleven of the nineteen guests arrived with their husbands.
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Chronicle Telegraph
Pittsburgh
Ohio farmer invites hunters with friendly sign ask
An Ohio farmer posted a sign on his farm inviting hunters with a playful message. The sign reads Hunt all you darn please. When the bell rings come to the house and get your dinner. The wording reflects rustic humor and hospitality.
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Ohio
See America First Names in Regional References
A Philadelphia Ledger item lists towns and regions under a patriotic slogan, contrasting Great Plains and named locales such as Cuttyhunk Mana yunk Kokomo Schenectady Skaneateles Canajoharie Waxahachie Kankakee Ishpeming with a national focus.
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Irkutsk
Cuttyhunk
Manayunk
Kokomo
Schenctady
Skaneateles
Canajahorie
Waxahachie
Kankakee
Ishpeming
Philadelphia Ledger
Union City Teen Self-Inflicts Tragedy After Milk Farm Work
Olga Peterson aged 16 is reported to have shot herself with a target rifle in her Union City bedroom after milking 16 cows this morning. She died about two hours later. No cause is given for the act.
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Union City
Olga Peterson
Congress Shifts After Elections Senate Gains Democrats
Democratic gain in the Senate is noted while Republicans gain seats in the House. The Democratic majority in the House is reduced to 126 seats, indicating a shift in majorities after the election.
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Senate
House
War News Summary From Front Lines And Allied Declarations
German advances near Ypres persist as Russians suffer defeats and prisoners are taken near Wyschyniz Lake. Lord Kitchener touts Allied prospects as 1,250,000 men train in England. Russians advance near Erzerum and bombard Bosporus forts while German forces claim gains west of the Argonne. Russian cavalrymove into German territory near Posen and railway stations are destroyed. Japan celebrates the fall of Tsing-Tau as Tokio reports fortress surrenders. Fao is captured by Indian forces and a naval detachment. The Good Hope is lost with 266 men. Yorck sinks on a German mine. Dunkirk and Calais defenses see reinforced lines west of Ypres.
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Good Hope
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Sabbath Work Sparks Moral Dilemma in Village
The narrator describes earning five dollars on a Sunday despite heavy scrutiny. Pat apologizes for breaking the Sabbath, explaining it was necessary for survival while Mr. Goodman questions the action. The exchange shows hardship and communal tension over religious observance.
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