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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1884
Page
2
A collage of opinions and tidbits from Democratic and Republican circles. Discussion features statements about Speaker Randall, Carlisle, and Flower, plus notes on Pope Leo XIII’s painting for American bishops. It mentions touring figures in politics and an idle rumor mill surrounding presidential prospects.
A fragmented 19th century column comments on a Charleston visit by a potential presidential figure who refuses discussion of the presidency and plans to inspect Charlestown jetties. It then critiques the governor of Louisiana and the press monopoly, cites Ingersoll and religious critics, and extols Christ’s influence on art, poetry, and music while denouncing atheism and modern liberal critique.
Special Reporter notes Elyria visitors O Ingersoll and R L Shepard returning to town, G Warner and wife attend Mrs Warner's mother’s funeral. Mrs M Palmer sells property to move to Emporium Pa. A Sunday fire gutted Marcus Scott’s barn, hotel, and house, with Parsell’s grocery saved after frantic efforts. hotel furniture mostly saved. Origin suspected incendiary. Scott’s house unoccupied and insured.
Dear Sir I have suffered rheumatism for months and was out of work. After using two bottles of Salicyline I am now cured and able to resume my occupation. Forsyth wrote this letter praising the remedy and noting a 30 cent price. Agent H P Mooree in Dunkirk N Y handles sales.
In Jamestown the assembly approved a bill to raise funds for water to extinguish fires at Gres. Mayville landlord Horace Fox expects to own Chautauqua House by mid May. Kiantone Major Shute cut wood on the Kent farm in Busti. Major Wheaton of North East died in Erie almshouse. A 100-year-old mayor noted as town celebrity. Jacob Kissel, 80, found dead after being run over on the railroad near Corry. Maggie Considine declared lunatic, committed to Dewittville asylum. Lumber and building materials for a hotel near Martha’s Vineyard delivered to Jamestown.
Special reporter notes 1000 bottles ready for shipment by the calculi resolvent company. Local residents and visitors include Mr. Gonetti with family hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Mannella. Chas. L. Dix begins law studies. Mr. and Mrs. Spencer host Mrs. Mary Barber. L. J. Pierce described as indisposed. G. A. R. Post lists new officers and seven recruits. Decoration Day planned. Fire destroys Walker hotel and Scott house barns. Baptist women plan meeting with Mrs. Trask.
The Kepuoncan Kteglors of the towns in the Chautauqua area are urged to send delegates to a convention at Stachiirville on Saturday April 2. Five delegates and five alternates will be elected to the Republican State Convention in Utica on April w. Other business may arise. Names listed include Sperry, Iandver, SiRiantone, Poland, Pomfret, Sherklan, Givillenova, Post, HAL, E. Brown, pie ILC, Shaver. Dated March 27, 1344. Death notice follows for Francis Marco Cummins of Goshen aged 62, veteran of the Mexican War and Civil War era.
Paymaster Louis Enos of the St. Louis and Narrow Gauge Railroad absconded with about $8000 after forging drafts to cover the loss. A well known railroad man with a wife and family, he vanished Wednesday evening and is bonded through the Canada Guarantee Company. Missing attorney PorcHk Bersaz of New York and J. Ackerly, a lawyer, are also reported to have fled after defrauding about $40,000.
The Hub Factory advertises affordable wood for sale at low prices. Customers are invited to inquire in person for available stock and current discounts.
Market notes from Cleveland and Cincinnati show wide readings across grains and fats with prices for wheat, corn, oats, rye, and beans. Cattle, hogs, and pork futures appear mixed, with steady demand in western markets and quiet activity in several items.
Flag stations and through coaches operate on signals. Trains depart Buffalo at 8:50 pm and 9:00 pm with Pullman Sleeping Cars and Through Coaches between Buffalo and Pittsburgh, connecting at Buffalo for Boston New York Albany Syracuse Rochester and all eastern points. Tickets and baggage checked to principal points. time tables and agent contacts provided at 48 Exchange Street Buffalo.
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