Dairy Commissioner Foust tops violations fines in western Pennsylvania
Dairy and Food Commissioner Foust shatters records under the 1909 oleomargarine act with 330 prosecutions in Allegheny and neighboring counties, yielding $33,429.28 in fines. By comparison, Warrren and predecessors collected far less in six years.
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Foust
Pennsylvania
Allegheny
Beaver
Fayette
Lawrence
Mercer
Washington
Westmoreland
B. H. Warren
Welles
Cope
Gov John A Johnson Dies After Prolonged Illness
Rocurster Minnesota September 21 Gov John A Johnson died at 3 25 this morning following a four day illness after an operation for an intestinal abscess Mrs Johnson stayed at his bedside throughout the illness The physicians said he was gone and Mrs Johnson burst into tears The governor remained conscious almost to the end and never complained despite great pain The widow's grief was described as uncontrollable and pitiful was the death scene
Leonard Pearson Dies Suddenly State Veterinarian of Pennsylvania
Telegrams from Harrisburg report the sudden death of Leonard Pearson state veterinarian, a longtime official and University of Pennsylvania veterinary department figure. The messages say he died unexpectedly at Spruce Brook Newfoundland after a health decline linked to prior gas asphyxiation in Philadelphia that killed his mother.
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Leonard Pearson
Harrisburg
Spruce Brook
New Foundland
C. J. Marshall
Veterinary Department
University of Pennsylvania
Pearson
Philadelphia
Orrin Stone and Thompson Named as Opponents for Senate Seat
Inland town papers continue to suggest former Congressman Charles W. Stone of Warren and banker Josiah V. Thompson of Uniontown as opponents to Senator Oliver for the Washington seat. Judge Geo B. Orlady is urged for the Governorship with Judge William E. Rice named for a Superior Court vacancy.
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Charles W. Stone
Warren
Josiah V. Thompson
Uniontown
Oliver
Washington
Geo. B. Orlady
Superior Court
William E. Rice
Philadelphia Record
Proposed Amendments to Pennsylvania Constitution Adopted by General Assembly
A joint resolution proposes amendments to multiple sections across articles four, five, eight, twelve and fourteen, changing terms, election rules, and officer qualifications. It includes schedules extending terms and clarifying transition provisions, with a secretary of the commonwealth certification.
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Commonwealth
General Assembly
Commonwealth OF Pennsylvania
Secretary OF the Commonwealth
Pennsylvania
Senate
House of Representatives
The
Public Instruction
Secretary of Internal Affairs
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Auditor General
Yeas
State Treasurer
Philadelphia
Court of Common Pleas
Robert McAfee
Trade and Industry Report Shows Continued Expansion in Iron and Steel
The article notes trading volumes exceed last year and nearly reach 1907 levels, with iron and steel leading growth as buyers favor contracts at current rates. Steel rail sales are the strongest in two years, while idle railroad cars have fallen 32 percent in a month. Bank clearings rise 11 percent outside New York and 33 percent in New York versus 1908, amid ample Rand gold production contributing to overall business activity.
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New York
United States
Canada
Dun
Federal law bans checks under one dollar
Washington bankers discuss a new federal statute taking effect January 1 that forbids issuing any note or check for less than one dollar. Violations carry fines up to 500 dollars and up to six months imprisonment. The law's purpose is unclear with many predicting impact on small transactions and post office revenue.
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Philadelphia
General Assembly
Washington, D. C
United States
Post Office Department
Dreamers’ dreams fuel deeds of makers and doers
A concise note celebrates dreamers who inspire others to act. It links visionary ideas to tangible outcomes as those who take action transform dreams into reality through effort and persistence.
Debating Societies Debate City Overcrowding Question
A witty remark weighs whether an overcrowded city is worse than an overcrowded excursion. The line suggests forums and debates may illuminate urban crowding concerns.
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Daren Mail
Wail Publishing CO
W.R. McKinney
Pittman
Warren County
Hickory Street
Bell Phone
A. K. Sisson
Erie County
Jeremiah A. Stober
Lancaster County
Supreme Court
Robert von Moschzisker
Philadelphia County
Joseph Walkerman
Henry Park
MH. M. Putnam
F. J. Lyons
Gov. Johnson
Citizens National Bank
Penn’a
Pennsylvania Railroad
Oil City
Titusville
J. R. Wood
Geo. W. Boyd
Kopf & Henry
Warren, Pa
Buffalo
Ena
R. F. CO
Doctor
Siegfried’s Pharmacy
Warren PA
T. J. Foley
A. A. Davis & Co
B. Warren Tel. Co
D. Swift & CO
Seventh St
D.C
McCall
McCall’s Magazine
Postal
McCall CO
37Th St
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