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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1885
Page
4
A holiday issue of the Leperra is gratefully received by many subscribers. The note wishes readers a Merry Christmas and a hopeful new year, praising inner happiness over wealth and urging kindness, courage, and generosity throughout the season and beyond.
Randart and Morrison clashed over amending House rules last Friday. Morrison carried the majority with support from his party and Republican defections against Randall. The proposed change aims to curb the Committee on Appropriations and broaden House oversight of bills. Democrats worry the move could invite reckless legislation, while Republicans hope to force stricter budgeting. The outcome hinges on careful scrutiny of appropriation bills before presidential action. No lasting rancor is expected.
In a finance discussion, Mr. Scott advocates retiring all $10 bills and all treasury notes under $50 including gold and silver certificates and greenbacks. He says national banks could then expand $10, $20, and $50 notes, claiming it would reclaim government circulation of $10 and $20 bills and compensate banks for surrendering $5 bills. The interviewer doubts the intent, noting the implication of demonetizing silver and possibly making gold the sole standard.
Congress passed a bill last Friday to pension Mrs. Grant at $5000 annually matching benefits for widows of ex presidents. The measure aligns her status with other former presidential widows under federal provisions.
The World notes Samuel J. Randall defending Democratic control after years of Republican corruption. It contrasts Republican graft in the Navy War Interior and Post Office with Democratic economy since the Forty-fifth and Forty-sixth Congresses. It argues federal power should remain with the Democrats as they near complete government control.
Consul A H Shipley reports a massive submarine volcano rising in the Pacific near Honga Tonga. At dawn on October 13 dense steam and eruptive plumes were observed, with eruptions every one to two minutes and the island growth estimated at two to three miles long and about sixty feet high. Coordinates given as 20 21 S, 75 28 W.
The Courier-Journal lauds editing as more than flair in writing. It argues that selecting material and guiding a paper's tone, dignity, and consistency reveals an editor's true skill, much more than mere word craft.
A western crank in Council Bluffs, Iowa, last Monday vowed to go to Washington to kill President Cleveland. Believed to be L. B. Kempbell, he aims to rid the country of Democrats and is now in durance vile. Shut the rascal up.
The statement frames the Senate's function as approving the President's nominees when proper, indicating a generally accepted constitutional duty. It presents a viewpoint on legislative oversight and executive appointment power without detailing specific figures or events.
The text blasts Bro. Cowan and Republicans, urges Democrats to yield to nature, cites Gen. Grant’s 1884 letter defending Gen. Porter against a court martial, and laments partisan misreadings. It argues Grant sought justice and predicts his restoration of rights amid Democratic ascendancy.
The late William H. Vanderbilt is portrayed not as grasping but as generous and refined, quietly aiding others through discreet gifts and noble causes. His ambition to establish a large public art gallery on Fifth Avenue and his private gallery open to the public are noted, alongside criticism of stereotypes about him. The Philadelphia Record Almanac mention and holiday adjournments of Congress complete the piece.
In Warren at 99 Cent Store the 28285 inch oil painting of a deer by Nellie Crull, daughter of Mrs. B. G. Wood, is offered with a handsome frame. Shown as a standout piece, the work is priced at fifty dollars for picture and frame. Calat Scott’s invites customers to inspect Miss Nellie Crull’s animal painting and related arts and crafts.
Poetic verse reflecting on 1886 with gratitude for mercy after disasters, praising God, and sending wishes for a new year. Mentions earthquakes cyclones floods and loss of life, with hopes for moral courage, peace, and the blessing of the flag. Invites prayers for the sick captives and all dear, as the year begins.
Bell Bros invites shoppers to view a mammoth holiday stock of silk and wool novelties, handkerchiefs, gloves, fans, bags, and umbrellas. The section includes babies wear, plush sacques, cashmere robes, fur trims, seal skin sieques, and a large cloak and shawl department. Special prices aim to clear stock with added clerks to assist customers. A Le Bon Ton dress-cutting system is offered free with every 3100 purchased through Dec. 25.
The purported Grant profit statement shows a net profit of $448,907.68 for 1883 84 in the Grant and Ward partnership ledger. The article notes this is a handsome sum given the deposited amount but questions where the funds actually went.
Letters testamentary granted to H. P. Kinnear executor of E. Johnston late of Brokenstraw township Warren County Pa. notice is given to all indebted to the estate to make immediate payment and those having claims or demands against the estate must present them for settlement. Youngsville Pa.
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