Furniture pricing dispute at state capitol contract
Harrisburg January report details a conspiracy defense in a furniture contract case. The article examines alleged overcharges by contractor John H. Sanderson under architect Huston’s assistants, with testimony on measurements and per foot rates.
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Inez Sanderson
Snyder
Mathues
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Lewis
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Huston
Sanderson
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Sankersop
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Herter
Lis
Heston
Funeral Directors and Embalmers Ad on Capitol Street
Local funeral homes advertise services including directions to chapels, 24 hour open hours, and livery connections. Firms listed include Zurhorst, Gejer’s Sons, John R. Wright Co, Harvey’s Sons, Sardo & Co, Sergeon, Drietalor, and Dirletonor in the Northeast and downtown areas with contact telephone numbers.
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Geo. P. Zurhorst
Asbr
Tarer
Ewralmer
Carlos Sok
Capitol Xt
J. William Lex
Connertinn
Wodelt
Fennsylvaine
Frank Gejer
North Ana
John R. Wright Co
WM. H. Sardo & CO
Funfesi
Aldern Chapel
S. Sergeon
Slcefssor
Bunew
Dirletor
Emdalmer
Testimony Over Capitol Furnishings Details Feet Charged
The defense seeks to prove each article was billed by surface measurement and that feet charged were less than counted. Former Gov Pennypacker, ex-board president, will not be called by the Commonwealth unless subpoenaed and cross examines.
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Gov
Pennypacker
Board of Grounds and Buildings
Capitol
Commonwealth
Croga
Odd Stories by Wire Dream Fatal for Teen in Indiana
Jasonville Indiana January reports an almost freezing incident involving Minnis Houteman seventeen year old daughter of Joalah Houtsman a stock raiser near Houseville. She wandered three miles in night clothes before being found by Beott Marlow and revived after being carried to safety. She described dreaming of a Western chase and being pursued by bandits, the dream ending with capture and death.
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Jasonville
Ind
Minnis Houteman
Joalah Houtsman
Lving
Houseville
Beott Marlow
Marlow
New York
Alfred Moeller
Gates Avenue
Brooklyn
Jacob's Hotel
Fulton Street
Moelles
Ella
Health Office Record Reported to 15 m1 January 29
Health office record lists multiple individuals with ages and addresses including Laura J Offutt 65, Thomas M Bright 68, Ann E Cisford 70, Arthur Bloomer 68, Ange Elanacan 68, Mary Beam 7, Jandoo Wodioat 14, and Floren Anderson 0. Details show dates, ages, and residences across varied st and ne city blocks, indicating a dated community health log from January 29.
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Clin P_ Dietertah
St. Ce
Laura J Offutt
St. Aw
Thomas M_ Bright
Burwick
Ann E Cisford
UF St. Aw
Arthmr Bloomer
Ange Elanacan
St Ne
Mary
Beam
Jandoo
Brest
Witte Hale
Floren
Anderson
Attack Irish Policy Prompted by Unionist Peers
In London the House of Lords heard sharp charges that liberal policy fueled an Irish reign of terror. Lord Londonderry said conditions were worse than in the early 1830s, linking them to government cowardice and orders to the police not to confront raiders. Lord Beauchamp defended the government, saying cattle raids rise is the only sign of worsening conditions and denied reviving the Crimes Act.
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Weeren
Menchester
Warren
Lord Beauchamp
Londonderry and
Langford
Balfour Way
London
Ireland
Commons
House of Lords
Marquis of Londonderry
Lord Langford
James Bryce
Bryce
Birrell
Irish League
Balfour
Premier Balfour
Gerald Balfour
Burns Denounces Charity Distribution In Unemployment Debate
London January 30 Labor Leader John Burns told the House of Commons that charity distribution is inefficient citing a recent experience with 2000 unemployed at Victoria Embankment. He claimed London pauperism lags Berlin under free trade and noted a pension scheme could cost about $65 million annually.
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House of Commons
John Bins
Victoria Embankment
Uut
Burns
Germany
England
Berlin
Burng
Attacks Graham Bill In House Over Rates Change
Special to The Washington Coat Raleigh Jan 2 Speaker Justice opposed the Graham bill feature empowering the State corporation commission to change railroad rates after January 16 1929 He urged the legislature to avoid a federal interference club and keep politics out of domestic railroad matters A Democratic caucus approved the Senate amendment fixing May 26 for the election date Bills limited railway stock issues enabled access to railway books and barred discontinuing regular passenger trains without corporation commission consent In Bluefield W Va P M O'Brien Knoxville Tenn was killed when struck by a train while trying to dodge another moving train
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House
Justice
State Corporation Commission
North Carolina
House Democrats
Senate
Corporation Commission
Washinston
Bluefield
W. Va
O'Brien
Knoxville
Tenn
North Fork
Amerigan Flag Relic Sells High at Auction
The Chesapeake flag and Balaklava bugle from T G Middlebrook’s collection sold at auction to American buyers. The flag went for 4250 dollars to a London dealer acting for unknown American clients, with rumors of Vanderbilt involvement denied. The bugle brought 1700 dollars.
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Royal Navy
London
Light Brigade
Balaklava
America
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Middlebrook
Tme
Forday
American Navy League
Hanune
Goiien
Washington
Patriotic Societies
Shannon
Chesapeake
James Lawrence
West Indies
New England
Massachusetts Bay
Halifax
Lef
Boston
Red Raven Court Fight Draws Wide Attention
Noticeable focus surrounds a street car altercation involving the Red Raven group. The case is in court with both sides presenting strong legal arguments. Red Raven controls the area’s essential water supply and influence amid the dispute.
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Washington Post
Pittsburg
The Post Leading Newspaper at the Seat of Government
ThePost offers comprehensive financial news market reports and full business status, guiding merchants financiers and farmers alike. Its Sunday Morning Edition provides extensive columns of news matter and reading material for the leisure reader.
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United States
Tue Post
The Washington Post Sunday Magazine Admired by Readers
The Washington Post magazine section is praised for choice selections by prominent writers and accurate foreign news illustrations. The Sunday Post is presented as superior to other Sunday newspapers, a trusted companion for households and readers.
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Sunday Post
The Sunday Post Pink Sporting Section Highlights
The Sunday Post dedicates extensive space to outdoor and indoor sports across all locales. It chronicles baseball results, running events, billiards, auto races, yacht contests, boating, golf, tennis, swimming, and more with accuracy and fullness in its pink paper edition each Sunday.
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