Election Expenses and the Case for State Funding
The Butler Citizen argues that paying campaign workers raises corruption risks and favors moneyed candidates. It calls for defining necessary expenses by statute and funding them via the state to level the playing field, though it notes machines in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh would block such reform.
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Butler
Man Delays Advertisement Despite Natural Instincts
A reflective line compares animal behavior with human hesitation to advertise. It notes hens crowing their egg news, roosters and bees, bulls, cows, dogs, birds, and other creatures performing their signals, while humans often delay publicizing their own actions. The piece ends with a critique of human restraint.
Politicians Promise or Reflect on Public Service
After primaries some candidates vow never again while others weigh another bid. The texts note public office craving as a human trait and question whether individuals will invest money to court voters.
State Water Board Denies Dams on Tionesta Creek and Clarion
The State Water Commissioners refused to grant charters for dam projects on the Tionesta creek and Clarion, citing safety concerns. The decision aims to prevent repeats of past disasters and protect communities from potential flooding risks.
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State Water Commissioners
Tionesta Creek
Clarion
Johnstown
Austin
Druggist Finds Parallel Point on Water Plant Deal
A nameless druggist dismisses giving opinion on the water plant acquisition yet offers a practical alternative. The exchange frames a cautious stance toward the deal with emphasis on nonessential input.
Legislature Admits Five Month Session Favored
The question wonders if lawmakers believe their brief five month session earned broad support worthy of an encore, implying debate over public reception and the need for continued action. It probes confidence in legislative results and future mandate.
Militant evangelism stirred by Italian Tripoli drive
Detroit dispatch reports a meeting of Christian clergymen praising Italy’s attack on Turkey as advancing Christianity. They endorsed the crusade for Tripoli under the Gospel banner, while critics argue imperial motives overshadow faith and warn against bayonet evangelism and hypocrisy.
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Detroit
Turkey
Hague
Italy
Tripoli
New York Tribune
Genevieve the Noble Nagger’s Home Conscience
Genevieve, a self described noble woman, urges high standards at home. Her husband James handles business pragmatically, while she battles his lenient view of Johnson and raises their child Jimsey with strict discipline and moral pressure. The piece skewers nagging virtue versus practical authority.
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Senne
Society of Oones
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Johnson
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Associated Literary Press
Right to the Point Youth Proposes with Ring Arrival
A concise proposal scene unfolds as a young man kneels before the lady and presents a ring, asking for her hand. The moment is captured as a simple, direct expression of intent.
The Horse Survival Periods Without Food or Water
A horse can live twenty five days on water only, seventeen days without both food and water, and five days if it has some solid food but no water.
The Lost Train Irish Porter Joke
An Irish porter on an English railroad helps a woman who lost a train and jokes that she should find the one she lost to avoid the company追retribution, a brief London Answers humor item.
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London
Be Cheerful and Spread That Pleasant Spirit Today
A short exhortation urges cheerful living and encouraging others by avoiding gloomy talk. It emphasizes personal effort to maintain a positive tone, claiming half the social battle is won by staying upbeat.
Shake Off Uncertainty and Mood Blues This Month
A brief note urges readers to shed uncertainty and low mood this month. It emphasizes practical steps to boost morale and maintain steady routines amid seasonal changes.
Advertise in the Mail and Get Results
An appeal to place advertisements in the Mail promotes subscription and reader reach. The message emphasizes effective tracking of responses and growing audience through MATL subscriptions.
Motorist Fined One Dollar In Mob-Ruled Court
A wealthy driver stood silent as the magistrate sentenced him for speeding. He reacted with surprise at a one dollar fine plus fifty seven cents costs, then flung a gold coin on the desk and fled, lamenting the lack of leniency for a person of consequence.
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Puck
Dutch Schools Emphasize Foreign Language Instruction
J A Grutterink of The Hague reports Dutch education gives strong emphasis to French German and English in public schools. Pupils must pass exams in these languages at graduation, contributing to Dutch graduates who speak English with understanding.
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Holland
United States
J. A. Grutterink
The
Hague
Tholland
Lights on Battlefields Demand Caution in Night Illumination
Reports from France show searchlights on battlefields offer limited help. Any obstruction or irregularity on the ground casts a large shadow, hindering visibility for wounded care. The text notes equipment has yielded minimal benefits during nighttime operations.
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France
Local Happenings Across Town in October CORRESPONDENCE
Community notes report husking bee gatherings and visits across Garland Jamestown Warren Erie Edinboro and nearby towns. Residents attend family events visit relatives and guests include Mrs Clyde Kinney Miss Vera Van Eman and Mary Parker while others arrange entertaining duties and home improvements.
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Sanforrd
A. F. Goodwill
Houghton
Mandeville
Garland
Daisy Mandeville
Torpedo
Dauphine Smallenberger
Pittsfield
Clyde Kinney
Little Son
Oil City
J. J. Feldhausen
Orra Falkinburg
Jamestown
Edinboro
Mary Parker
A. E. Merrian
Jay Goodwill
West Virginia
E. B. Fetteroll
Ladies’ Aid
Myron Sanford
John Rapp
Thompson
Howard Fetterolf
David Fetterolf
Messenger
Union City
C. D. van Guilder
Clare Pierce
Cutler
Social Roundup From Columbus Area Faces Travel and News
Many local residents visit relatives and friends in nearby towns including Olean Cambridge Springs Corry Spartansburg Gillamook Jamestown and Union City. Notables report on recent trips hospital visits and an attorney returning to work after a football accident as Gerald Monroe plans a Sunday family visit.
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CoriumBus
William Lamona
Olean
Will Damon
Corry
B. A. West
Ed. Barnes
Barnes
Cambridge Springs
Spencer Carr
Spokane
Wash
Herbert Patchen
Spartansburg
B. B. West
Jamestown
Attorney Monroe
Fredonia
Gerald Monroe
Cornell College
Local Notices From Ross Hill Community
Social updates list visits among residents including Mrs. J N Arters hosting guests Mrs T Robinshaw and Mrs Walters. Telegraph and mail work details note temporary carrier change. School sees many pupils with Fern Frisbee teaching. Local minister Rev Platmon moves from Potter county to preach in Torpedo Cole Hill and Excelsior.
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Mrs. Burdick
U.B
Platmon
Potter County
C. William’s House
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Cole Hill
Excelsior
Geo. Filegar
Walters
Robinshaws
Chas. Christ
Martin
Lizzie Walters
Fern Frisbee
A. E. Tarr
Youngsville
Ailing
Thomas Robins
Grand Valley
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