Wisconsin High License Trial Sparks Public Support
The Wisconsin high license law, in effect about three months, shows strong public backing with revenues rising by 224000 and saloon numbers dropping in 75 cities including Milwaukee. Prohibition counties see less restraint and lost revenue, while debates in Pennsylvania echo Wisconsin as advocates push for rational high license amid opposition from free rum and prohibitionists.
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Wisconsin
Milwaukee Sentinel
Milwaukee
Iowa
Kansas
Pennsylvania
Friends of Rational
Friends of High License
Illinois
Judd's Appointment Revoked by Labor Bureau
Washington August 17 Colonel Wright Commissioner of the Labor Bureau revoked the appointment of O P Judd as special agent after his arrest in Colorado on horse stealing charges and admissions of guilt plus two prior penitentiary terms for the same offense The appointment arose from an accidental misunderstanding and had been recommended by ex secretary Teller The Administration revoked it noting Republicans would not revoke for general bad character Cleveland may make a bad appointment but will not adhere to one.
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Washington
Wright
Labor Bureau
O. P. Judd
Bureau
Colorado
Lis
Teller
Cleveland
A Much Misquoted Phrase from 1891 Senate Speech
A fragment from H Marcy's 1891 senate speech on Van Buren's nomination to the English Mission notes criticism of New York politics and mentions contests, triumphs and defeats. The excerpt underscores partisan tone and rhetorical protest within a broader debate.
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New York
Dr Newman and the Undertaker in Grant Funeral Drama
Dr Newman now at Round Lake is said to be favored for a bishop due to his ties with General Grant. He delayed funeral ceremonies to perfect his eulogy and control proceedings, directing Undertaker Merritt’s involvement and leveraging church influence for personal advancement.
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Newman
Round Lake
Methodist Church
Gen. Grant
Grant
Undertaker Merritt
Fred Grant
Crawford
New York World
Interview with a Total Wreck on the Andrews Street Bridge
An elderly vagrant leaning on the south rail of the Andrews street bridge asks pedestrians for small change. He speaks of poverty, paralysis, and the ruin caused by drink, noting two married daughters and a long descent from a once skilled mechanic to a worn, self-destructive life. He laments his years of hardship and the demon of intemperance.
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Andrews Street
Clarkson
Henrietta
Thad
Special postal delivery stamp design and a medical cure ad
The text describes a 13 by 17 inch blue delivery stamp featuring a mail carrier, United States insignia, and the phrase Special postal delivery. It notes the stamp cost ten cents and bears a shield with X. An ad promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for Salt Rheum, a blood purifier sold by druggists.
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United States
Hood
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve advertised in 25c box
The advertisement proclaims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, and skin eruptions with a guarantee of satisfaction or money back. It notes a 25 cent price per box and sale by A. W. Morck.
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Bucklen
A. W. Morck
Favorite Remedy Named by Dr Kennedy in Early Ad Libs
An informal note recalls Dr Kennedy calling his remedy for blood troubles his favorite and later capitalizing the name to mark its success before he advertised it for public use. The passage hints at the origin of the titled remedy and its informal branding.
A Thorough Trial of Hop Bitters Said to Cure All
The passage extols Hop Bitters as containing the best qualities of many medicines. It claims the preparation can cure a wide range of ailments from kidney and liver issues to dyspepsia fever and bilious complaints, brain and nerve fatigue, and general health restoration. It urges readers that a thorough trial will prove its curative power.
Hop Bitters Miracle Cure Alleged by Buffalo Man
J. W. Morey of Buffalo describes a five year battle with kidney and liver disease and rheumatism. After seven bottles of Hop Bitters his liver hardened condition and limb swelling vanished and he claims a miraculous recovery.
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J. W. Morey
Buffalo
Poverty and Suffering and a Hop Bitters Claim
A workingman credits Hop Bitters with lifting his family from debt and illness after years of hardship. He claims all became well in one month and urges poor families to try it for less than the cost of a doctor visit. The text also includes railroad schedules and postal notices from Warren, Pennsylvania.
Clothes Cleaning Establishment Ad in Oil Regions
Mrs L Noel of Proor's offers skilled garment renovation and general tailoring. Gentlemen's clothes cleaning in all branches. Articles left longer than thirty days not our responsibility. Corner Hickory and Water Place Up East Gunk.
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Ihe
President Judge Associate Judges Attorneys at Law
Dinsmoor and Cable are named in connection with the office of President Judge and associate judges, with lawyers listed as counsel. The phrasing suggests a notice or designation of legal roles within a court or firm context.
Exchange Hotel and Roster of Warren Housekeepers
This notice advertises the Exchange Hotel newly built in Warren with proprietor G.I. Leqstart and outstanding traveler accommodations. Rates listed at $1.50 per day by S. B. Roter, proprietress, near the P and E depot, meals served before every train. LL Walkerman, proprietor.
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S. B. Roter
Chas Schwing Restaurant Near Suspension Bridge
Chas Schwing operates a restaurant near the Suspension Bridge serving lunch at Meals and June Tyed at Meals at all hours. The establishment stands opposite Warren Sargings Bank with meals available around the clock.
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Suspension Bridge
Warren Sargings
Barbers and Hair Dressers Directory Entry
Lou Meyer at Fashion Ablh Barber Exchange Block near suspension bridge offers hair cutting, shaving and related services. Palace Barber Shop at 305 Second Street second floor and 407 Liberty Street provides prompt barbering with door access from Liberty Street.
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Lou Meyer
Barber
Suspension Bridge
Second Street
Liberty Street
Liberty
Portrait painter and boots and shoes ad in Eben N Ford Post
An Eben N Ford Post misc section advertises Wm A Greaves and C Simath & Son as portrait painters. It lists regular frewes made to order and notes a studio at Hull Block near the Episcopat Armory. It also promotes boots and shoes of all descriptions and rubber goods, with a store opposite the First National Bank under a golden horseshoe sign.
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C. AH. McCauley
M. Crocker
Jos. Clinton
L. Putnam
B.A. Cogswell
D. FL A. Wheelock
G. Walkley
D. Arird
S. T. Neill
Geo. O. Cornelius
New Exchange Block
New Exchange Block, Office, Water Strecet, Scofield Justice OF the Peace
Leonhart Bros
Harness
Hunter’s Dry Goods
Scofield
Brows
H.E. Brows
A W. Stone
Ll.d. Wetmore
W. H. Noyes
W. D. Hinckley
W. G. Trunkry
Wetmore
Noyes & Brown & Stone
Hinckley
Osmer & Freeman
Second Street
Judge Johnson’s Exchange
Schofield
Liberty Street
First National Bank
A Patnes DL
Ball C.c. Thompson
J. B. Osmer
L. A. Freeman
W. W. Wilbur Wm
Schnur
Ball & Thompson
Wilbur & Schnur
Front Street
Beatty Block
Judge Selofield
Liberty Davis & Co
Scott’s Book Store
Frewes
Armory of Co. J. Qom- Schureh
Second St
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Angelo
Bernhardt
Tennessee
CuoLera
Spain
Europe
America
Judd
Philadelphia
Erie Railroad
Shefield
Sheffield
Erie Ace
Warren Bixp
Erie Mail Oil
R. R. West
Dunkirk
Allegheny Valley
Pittsburg
Ark
Express
Eupress
Warren P
Corry
Erie
Bradford
D. A.W
Titus
Lle
Oil City
Sugar Grove
Lander
Kinzua
Corppianter
Corydon
Onoville
Steamburg
Germany
Alder
Warren French
A. C. McAlpine
Il Pierce
J. D. Danforth
Operative Surgical
Merck
Sersall’s
Rareaneoneiaentaneaeoor Carver House
L. Noel
Proor’s
Saxton's Magnetic Balm
Rte
Magnetic Balm Co
Warren, Pa
Hamberlain
Nstitute
Female Institute
Randolph
N.Y
J. T. Edwards
D. D
Ican Fire Torpedo CO
Stnut Street
Business Directory
Wm. D. Brown
Paul W. Brown
Rufus P. King
E. A. Allen
Attorneys At Law
Dinsmoor & Cable
C. Dinsmoor, Jas. Gabte
Physicians and Surgeons
Richard B. Stewart
J. WM
Baptist Church
Reverdy B. Stewart
Third Telestreet
Library Hall
B.D. Preston
Councy
Third Street
Highsis
Liberty Streets
Incar Cor
W. S. Piero
M.D
Seigle
Water Street
Carver House
Revere Houee
LaPierre
LL. Walkerman, Prop'r
Adelphia Kitchen
B. Williams
Propriete
C. W. King
Chas. Schwing
Gus Mall
Palace
Did. Moil
Eben N. Ford
Wm. A. Greaves
C. Simath
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