Ashtabula Telegraph in Ashtabula, Ohio

Postmaster General report and reform measures noted

The Postmaster General’s report shows a deficiency of 7 815 878 dollars. The Democratic State Legislature is re arranging matters with constitutional amendments and changes to the Adair Law. The Lancaster Boys Reform Farm reports 686 admittees and 176 recharged, 460 cowremsin. its reforming progress is encouraging. A rumored alliance among Northern Pacific Southern Pacific and cotton tax lobbies is noted. Continued Democratic success at the next election is deemed necessary for such schemes to advance. Postmaster General Jewell is praised by Republicans amid opposition to some confirmations. Jewell faces a potential suit for damages from an Erie road attorney barred from practice before the Post Office.