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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1883
Page
4
The telegraphers strike ends in dismal failure as operators withdraw from the Brotherhood and lose prestrike rights. Many are unemployed while others take their places. The article argues capital triumphed, urges fairness, and predicts future justice for telegraph operators and workers overall.
A York native and Pennsylvanian judge, cabinet member, and public servant is praised posthumously for integrity and regional roots. The piece lauds his unblemished private life and lasting esteem across America, noting his German and Scotch Irish ancestry and strong public legacy. It also mentions President Grant’s illness from strong water and a stray line about not returning with a fish.
An editorial notes many prominent men die and warns of danger for public figures. It cites Kentucky election results declaring a Democratic majority and unity. Olive Logan's husband Lance Sykes, once U S Consul at Cardiff, is mentioned with praise. A Minnesota cyclone devastates Rochester and surrounding towns, with many dead and relief efforts described. Judge Black is lauded posthumously for intellect and character, while Carr Taggart tours the state with Sen Powell to drum up support for Democrats and a full turnout against Republican apportionment. The piece urges Democrats to actively campaign to sustain Pattison’s administration.
A political exchange on the house floor features Judge Black receiving praise from friends including Judge Mercur and Bradford, who urge him to join the Republicans. Black replies that he would join if not for the hereafter, admitting fear of hell as the sole obstacle to affiliation.
From Columbus Ohio August 20 the Democratic campaign reports booming in cities and rural areas with Republicans showing lethargy except where wool tariff cuts bite. Republicans disputed by a superficial early boom now fading seven weeks from election day. County and state senate conventions to wrap soon. canvass to intensify with Democratic tide favoring local nominations.
News from Yous Pennsylvania reports the death of Judge Jeremiah Sullivan Black after a long illness. It covers his career from Somerset lawyer to Supreme Court judge, Attorney General under Buchanan, and later Washington attorney. The piece notes his resignation to God, funeral plans, and the family present at his bedside.
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