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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1882
Page
4
Fragmentary item notes subscription terms and mentions Carver House Block Water Street and Warren County. The text includes scattered proper nouns like WT ERI and WARMEST Co and hints at outside prep, but specifics are unclear.
The Guiteau murder case remains contentious as defense and prosecution clash over insanity. Eight weeks into proceedings begun November 14, observers note no dispute over President Garfield's killing, with verdict hinging on Guiteau's mental state and the trial accruing substantial cost.
A Philadelphia column recalls Pennsylvania debt history from 6 to 3 percent loans, noting a shrink from 40 million to 16 million with sinking fund spending. it credits Democratic policy for debt repayment and critiques Republican framing. It also reports that tax evidence in the Guiteau trial closed, with a potential defense reopening unlikely to alter the verdict.
The Guiteau murder case continues slowly as new witnesses are allowed to testify for the defense. Reports describe other turmoil including Arctic ice conditions on the Hudson and Albany, political maneuvering around the Garfield fund, temperance conventions, and party infighting in New York.
An able metropolitan writer contrasts Jeffersonian simplicity with the modern monolithic federalist power, arguing post 1800 reforms cut taxes, reduced debt, and trimmed officious officials. The piece cites Madison and Gallatin, and notes the era’s lack of administrative scandals as proof of a lean, constitutional government.
A newspaper column quotes General Sherman returning from the Atlanta exposition with sharp remarks about reconciliation with the South. It argues harmony and loyalty are essential to patriotism and that obedience to laws rests on all citizens, including Southerners, within a restored norm of law and love.
New goods at A J Davis include fine Russia leather goods pocket burka perfumeries cut glass ggne bottles outlet sets and more Miss L A Wallace Keystone block Warren sells her entire stock of millinery at cost for thirty days to clear fall and winter goods for spring. Purchasers spring to buy and these offers are rare.
This timeworn patent medicine claims to cure rheumatism sprains bruises and summer complaint. The Walker Bros of Warren Pa promote the remedy as proven and recommend trials by readers. distributed through local druggists.
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