Republican Platform Praises Pennsylvanian Leaders and Prosperity
The Harrisburg Republican State Convention adopts a platform lauding Gov Boies Penrose Senator and state leadership, touting low net debt, strong finances, and ongoing state prosperity while denouncing slanderers. The report notes verification doubts about Russian anti Jewish violence and warns of revolutionary risk.
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Senate
Boies Penrose
Commonwealth
Pennsylvania
Star
Philadelphia
Pole ownership claim sparks debate on Arctic rights
Hobson asserts U S ownership of the North Pole prompting critics to note the pole lies in the sea far from land and cannot be claimed by any nation. The remark suggests another possible blunder in policy rhetoric.
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Hobson
United States
North Pole
Pole
Proposed Pennsylvania Constitutional Amendments Readied for Voters
A joint resolution proposes amendments to multiple sections of the Pennsylvania Constitution across Articles Four, Five, Eight, Twelve, and Fourteen. It outlines changes to officer terms, election methods, and the scheduling of terms, with a schedule detailing phased implementation and transitional provisions.
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Commonwealth
General Assembly
Commonwealth OF Pennsylvania
Secretary OF the Commonwealth
Pennsylvania
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The
Public Instruction
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Superintendent of Public Instruction
Auditor General
Yeas
Philadelphia
Who Owns the League
Tammany Hall operatives unite the tiger and jackal while Hearst builds the Independence League. In recent primaries many ex-Tammany recruits joined the Independence League and voters stayed home. Tammany now dominates the Independence League citywide, pressuring Hearst to challenge in courts, concede or watch the machine prevail.
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Tammany Hall
Hearst
Independence League
Tammany
Tiger
Murphy Gang
Murphy
Condition of Trade and Agricultural Outlook in Early Markets
The article notes a generally cheerful business climate despite some cotton crop deterioration and a severe tropical storm causing damage. Frost in the corn belt lowers yields, but overall farm production should exceed last year with high monetary value. Iron and steel demand is strong, sometimes at full capacity with premiums for fast delivery, while dry goods markets show slower improvement due to high raw material costs.
No Checks for Less than One Dollar Described as Fool Law
The Inquirer criticizes a recent Congress bill that criminalizes writing, using, or circulating any note or check under one dollar. It argues the penalty of up to $500 or six months in jail is oppressive and unnecessary. The piece links the bill to private interests and mail order firms, urging immediate repeal when Congress reconvenes.
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Philadelphia
General Assembly
Congress
Inquirer
Dem Speaker Mamphill Posts Remarks Amid Party Rift
Deacon Mamphill of the Charleston News and Courier is seen criticizing the Democratic party’s practices after being read out of the party by the Commoner. The remark reflects intra party tensions and public controversy.
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Deacon Mamphill
Charleston News and Courier
Democratic Party Endorses Bryan With Hearty Patience
A note asserts the Democratic Party stands for something, countering claims of emptiness. It argues the party supports Bryan and emphasizes steadfast resolve and patience in backing his cause.
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Democrat Party
Bryan
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