Campaign Fake Attack on Sheatz and Sanderson questioned
The Evening Times is accused of publishing a long winded piece alleging that if Sheatz wins State Treasurer he would authorize 210 million for alleged contracts by Sanderson. The letter argues most projects died early and any contracts would be void, calling the insinuation mudslinging and politically motivated.
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Times
Sheatz
Sanderson
Capitol
the Times
Harmon
John O. Sheatz
Bluestone law debated on automatic guns in hunting
Local hunters struggle to interpret a Blue stone law that bans automatic guns for game in the Commonwealth. The text defines penalties and outlines enforcement, with debate over whether repeating rifles and double barreled shotguns fall under the prohibition.
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Jersey Shore Herald
Herald
Automatic gun term sparks law dispute in 1907 ruling
The document clarifies that guns such as repeating firearms, revolvers, and double barrels are not commonly known as automatic weapons. It notes the law’s language and the historic use in the Commonwealth, dated May 31, 1907, and argues about the proper legal interpretation.
Notable List of Pennsylvania State Officials from Early Records
A compiled roster lists Pennsylvania executives and agency leaders including Governor Edwin S. Stuart, Lieut. Governor R. S. Murphy, Secretary of Commonwealth R. McAfee, Attorney General M. H. Todd, Auditor General R. K. Young, State Treasurer Wm. H. Berry, and others such as Henry Houck Interior Affairs Secretary, N. C. Schaeffer Superintendent of Public Instruction, and J. C. Groome State Police Superintendent, with multiple county and department assignments across Harrisburg and Philadelphia regions.
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Pennsylvania
Edwin S. Stuart
Philadelphia
R. S. Murphy
Johnstown
Commonwealth
R. McAfee
Allegheny
M. H. Todd
R. K. Young
Tioga
Henry Houck
Lebanon
N. C. Schaeffer
Lancaster
Thomas J. Stewart
Norristown
D. Martin
Holmesburg
J. A. Berkey
Somerset
WN. B. Critchfield
Somerset County
Conklin
Columbia
J. C. Delaney
Harrisburg
Department of Mines
J. E. Roderick
Hazelton
S. G. Dixon
Ardmore
J. W. Hunter
Jenkinstown
B. Rambo
A. N. Pomeroy
Chambersburg
T. S. Montgomery
Hiladelphia
J. C. Groome
Wm. E. Meehan
Applications for Fish Arrivals and War Talk
Fish Commissioner Meehan invites trout and small fish applications due by January 1. News editorials, led by the New York Sun, discuss potential war with Japan amid fleet movements and heightened tensions, arguing for restraint to avoid immense losses and insanity in conflict.
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Meehan
New York Sun
Japan
Pacific
Get Out the Vote Urges for Sheatz in Pennsylvania
Special correspondence reports Edwin S. Stuart and Uncle Tom Cooper backing John O. Sheatz for state treasurer. The call to arms emphasizes mobilizing Republican voters, warns against Democratic gains, and notes Sheatz’s record and endorsements in multiple counties. Governor Stuart sends a public letter endorsing Sheatz despite missing a Pittsburg rally.
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Tom” Cooper
Keystone
Democracy
John O. Sheatz
Cooper
Sheatz
Pennsylvania
Edwin S. Stuart
Stuart
Pittsburg
Allegheny County
Bradford
Kane
Indiana
Sheetz
Talker Impresses Audience With Sincere Pur pose and Trust
The speaker is noted for unwavering sincerity and determination to fulfill the responsibilities entrusted by the people, earning forward confidence from listeners.
Pennsylvania Faces National Stakes in Local Vote
A Pennsylvania election message warns that the November 5 vote will signal national consequences for Republicanism and tariff policy. It urges vigilance against overconfidence amid Democratic organizing and notes Guffey's bid to show GOP divisions while defending the Pennsylvania protective tariff framework.
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Pennsylvania
Party of Republicanism
Party of
Roosevelt
Party of Prosperity
Democracy
Bryanism
Hearstism
Andrews
Lincoln Party
Counnet
Republican Party
Democratic State Committee
James M. Guffey
Guffey
Penneyivenia
Protection
Grand Jury majority urges schoolhouse repairs in Warren County
In September 1852 the Warren County Grand Inquest calls for immediate improvements to deteriorating schoolhouses in Pittsfield Pine Valley Pine Grove Elk Eldred and sub district Enter prise noting unsafe chimneys and inadequately trained teachers. The foreman T V S Mortran orders publication in county papers. The Elk County Advocate adds that Susquehanna Company will carry Sunbury Erie Company freight and passengers on same terms on this side of Sunbury.
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Pittsfield
Pine Valley
Columbus
Pine Grove
Levi Learn
Elk Tp
Eldred
Trushel’s
Enterprise
Lottsville
Freehold
T. V. S. Mortran
Susquehanna Company
Sunbury and Erie Company
Sunbury
Elk County
Railroad rights settled between Sunbury and Erie and Susquehanna
Judge Gillis reports a settlement of the dispute between the Sunbury and Erie and the Susquehanna Railroad Companies. They agree to reciprocal trade and avoid duplicating construction, with the Susquehanna allowed to build to Williamsport and each company relinquishing rights beyond Sunbury in opposite directions.
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Sunbury and Erie
Gillis
Susquehanna Railroad
Susquehanna Company
Williamsport
Sunbury & Erie Company
Sunbury
Sunbury and Erie Company
Milk Trade Shows Erie Rail Freight Growth Through 1851
The Erie railroad moved 53,715,244 quarts of milk from its 1842 opening to June 1850. Annual milk shipments climbed from 3,101,505 in 1843 to 12,610,559 in 1851, yielding 47,175.26 dollars in receipts. The note links rising supply, especially hogs on streets, to council attention.
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Erie Railroad
Parents of Dr Stranahan Injured in Pittsfield Buggy Accident
The parents of Dr Stranahan, residents of this place, were severely injured near Pittsfield last week when their horse bolted and upset the buggy, causing serious wounds to both.
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Dr. Stranahan
Pittsfield
Local Marriages Reported in Five Areas
In this Borough on the 9th, Gardner Cleveland of Sheffield wed Jane Stewart of this place by Rev. John Sailor. In Youngsville the 9th saw David Stilson of Sugar Grove marry Margaret Page of Pittsfield by Rev. J N Henry. In Cherry Grove the 9th united Martin Allen of Sheffield with Billy Gardner of Cherry Grove by J Farnsworth. In Columbus township the 5th connected Adin A Parker with Nancy M Golden by Rev. William R King.
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John Sailor
Gardner Cleveland
Sheffield
Jane Stewart
Youngsville
J. N. Henry
David Stilson
Sugar Grove
Margaret Page
Pittsfield
Cherry Grove
J. Farnsworth, Esq
Martin Allen
Billy Gardner
Columbus Township
William R. King
Adin A. Parker
Nancy M. Golden
Cheese Shipment From Hazeltine Farm Reaches Pine Grove
A weekly delivery of cheese produced at the dairy farm of R. F. Hazeltine in Pine Grove arrives for distribution. The note highlights the farm’s ongoing quality and regular shipments to local customers.
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R. F. Hazeltine
Pine Grove
Beggar Menace in Naples Warns Tourists
Julian Street notes growing beggary as Italy trails toward the south with lamed and blind and pitiful children in Naples. He warns tourists to give sparingly, or risk extortion and crowds, and offers dismissive tactics such as Niente and a backward head motion to deter approaches.
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Italy
Julian Street
Naples
Baedecker
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Dr. S. Keefer
F. A. Wheelock
W.S. Peirce
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Wm. H. Berry
Chester
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Greenland & Son
Exchange
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Ancient History
Common Schools
Said County
M. Waters
Citizens National Bank
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Pittsburgh
Lincoln
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