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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1884
Page
2
Fragmentary notice notes a beverage product described as Guinness porter tied to family use at Edward Monchow's Importers agency with references to 26tf in Bettles.
A newspaper roundup blends political chatter about Blaine and Arthur delegates, church matters including a pope appointing another American cardinal, and commentary on English debt, with a detailed weekly probate summary listing numerous estates, guardianships, and judicial settlements.
Washington dispatches quote Me. Biatis denying candidacy and cautioning against Maine delegates. A veteran claims a pension for lost suspenders from Antietam. Reports say Richardsson and Frank S Smith maneuver for Chicago while Garfield and Blaine loyalties shift across Cattaraugus and Allegany counties.
Ex-Treasurer Tims T Smith of Bayonne New Jersey faces accounting scrutiny and a proposed 24 percent settlement amid state inquiries. Massachusetts Governor sues for a requisition to recover defaults while other officials, including J.C Surrows and Charles C. Dally, face forgery and related charges. Coastal fires devastate Puerto Prince Island holdings, destroying 31 cane fields, huts, and cattle. A Warren operator quotes about market distrust reflecting oil, telegraph lines, and deceit in trade. a former 1876 wealthy speculator now sells fish Era.
Forestville Friday night entertainment by the W. O. I. U. drew strong local attendance with notable performances by Miss Alice Reynolds and Miss Lula Shattuck and praise for Walt Griswold. Tableaux impressed. town plans a possible Glee Club. Updates on town business, trades, and visitors follow, including depot store salt, tannery growth, and monument work in Pioneer Cemetery.
Market notes across commodities and livestock show varied bids. Wheat corn oats and flour futures moved with spot cash prices quoted for No. 2 red and white wheat, old crop oats, and mixed feeds. Cattle hogs and sheep markets listed ranges and closures with price points in Chicago Buffalo and Philadelphia regions.
Eastern time used with Lupalo time difference. Parlor cars and through coaches offered between Buffalo and Pittsburgh. Timetables show departures from Buffalo and arrivals at major points including Oil City Olean and Union City with flag stations stopping on signals. Tickets and baggage checks available at principal points. General agents listed.
A Dunkirk reader testimonial extols Dr Fenner’s Blood and Kidney remedies. Letters from WV and New York express relief from biliousness nervous tension and headaches. Claims include blood cleansing, digestive relief, skin improvements, and nerve restoration. Advertisement cites dealer H P Monroe Dunkirk.
The Nickel Plate lines announce new passenger equipment on the New York Chicago and St. Louis Railway. Trains arriving in Chicago use Union Depot and Buren Street. the report notes the line has the best appliances for safe, fast, and comfortable travel, with December timetables and local details.
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