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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1903
Page
4
The note urges Arbor Day observance Friday urging planting trees and more trees. It contrasts neighborly faults and mentions Carrie Nation's husband’s death, noting sympathy for the widow is lacking in papers.
Last month the public debt fell by 6 171 812 dollars while the interest bearing debt stood at 912 million and interest charges continued to decline. Republican management keeps its record. A call for open season on cranks is voiced. The third person in recent weeks to attempt entry to the White House was arrested last week. The President and his guard are urged to be more careful.
D C Moon formerly of Dunkirk takes charge of the Lake Shore branch lines with head office at Cleveland as assistant superintendent. A practical railroad man from the ground up, his promotion is welcomed.
Justice James T. Mitchell of Philadelphia was commissioned by Governor Pennypacker to serve as Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, succeeding the late J Brewster McCullum. Mitchell had been elected to the bench but lost the first place by lot.
A court ruling holds a telephone company liable for damages when it removes or injures trees planted by a street abutting owner in erecting poles and wires under a city ordinance even if no extra injury occurs. The remark suggests the law would be sound nationwide.
The text states 250000 Indians in the United States with government held trust funds of 24000000 dollars and 116000000 acres of land. It claims about 460 acres and 100 dollars per person, noting federal spending on Indians and education rising from 1877 to 1901, including 65 million dollars for Indian schools over twenty years.
The article proclaims a steam generator replacing boilers and steam engines. It claims simple operation without safety valves or gauges, instant water vaporization, no stored steam, space and fuel savings, and four years of work culminating in 17 of 19 patent claims approved by the U S Patent Office.
Poem extolling the abundance of time for kindness and helping others while condemning unkindness, with emphasis on generosity, friendship, and small acts like sharing smiles and flowers.
Automobiles must be registered at the Prothonotary's office with a $2 application fee. Vehicles must display the registration number on the back and carry a certificate. Speed limits are eight miles per hour in cities and one mile per three minutes in rural districts. If horses are frightened the driver must stop. An annual license of $3 is required and unlicensed drivers are to be arrested.
Pittsburg convention urges next Legislature to require road damages be paid by districts whose roads open, not by entire county citizens. They back repealing Jury Commissioner elections so commissions pick juries and want cities to bear boarding costs for prisoners jailed over fines.
An American Sportsman critique argues that the automobile’s speed makes it dangerous and deadly, calling it a fashionable but fleeting motor fad. The piece contends no machine can replace domestic animals, comparing cars to wax imitations of nature.
A Toronto Mail editorial argues the Alaska boundary dispute matters to the United States. It cites the 1867 purchase price, 1901-2 gold yields, salmon returns, fur sales, and fisheries profits, insisting Alaska was a great bargain and worth defending.
Mary is twenty four years old. Mary is twice as old as Ann was when Mary was as old as Ann is now. Find Ann age. The problem recalls classic age puzzles once used with hen and egg rates.
Kansas City officials probe a Board of Education matter with teachers allegedly paying 5 to 50 dollars for appointments. Four Philadelphia residents were sentenced to pay 100 dollar fines and 18 months in prison for demanding teacher funds. Severe punishment urged for all involved.
The Treasury of Pennsylvania reports a working balance of 13 996 101 34 dollars under Treasurer Harris, the largest in years, with sinking fund sufficient to wipe out state debt. The Franklin News lauds the amount as a tribute to Republican management of state finances.
The St. Louis Democrat argues Republican tariffs protect wages as the highest worldwide while building U S industries, contrasting with British cabinets that mix protection with colonial imperialism.
A Western doctor’s research suggests that love is a disease. He notes it can keep some people awake and cause foolish actions though marriage is often a remedy.
The Grand Lodge of the United Workmen of New York State approved a new schedule of insurance rates by a 385 to 95 vote, with no other plans presented. The article notes Canadian papers anticipate a US victory in a boundary dispute and criticise Lord Alverstone.
A Philadelphia letter argues the 1903 legal ruling on Christian Science incorporation did not hinder church growth. It says many Pennsylvania churches formed despite local prejudice and cites missionary appeal to the sick and seeking peace as evidence of the faith’s staying power. Albert Ek Miller signed.
A health advert promotes Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for kidney, liver, and bladder issues. It links kidney trouble to heart and bladder disorders and claims the remedy corrects urine issues, reduces nighttime awakenings, and offers a free sample and book by mail from Kilmer & Co.
Commissioner General Seargent of the Immigration Bureau urges an educational test as an amendment to immigration laws. The Philadelphia Press notes Congress divides on the issue with Lodge backing the test and Grosvenor opposing it, arguing many undesirables would be barred.
The Philippine government seeks 150 men teachers from the United States with salaries from 900 to 1200. Competitive examinations will be held in various centers for appointment as instructors. The article notes many teachers resign to run businesses abroad, and praises the schooling abroad as profitable.
The Common Pleas court case Fred M. Shirley libellant versus Mary E. Shirley requires the respondent to appear December 7, 1903, to answer the libel for divorce after an alias subpoena failed. Sheriff James Brann warns of consequences for nonattendance.
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