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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1886
Page
4
Local reports detail the Erie Mirror’s financial strain amid Republican pressure, a Democratic push in governor races, and party divisions. Erie county Democrats nominate W L Scott supporters, while Beaver faces GOP talk of coalition strategies with Quay era figures.
A fragmentary report outlines Beavers nomination and the split among temperance advocates and liquor dealers. Voters fear being cheated whichever side wins, with lines drawn between party loyalty and local interests as beaver’s candidacy dominates discussion.
The Erie paper surveys a volatile Democratic gubernatorial contest led by William A Wallace with competing claims from W L Scott of Erie and Col Henry McCormick. It notes Scott may ride a split to block a Wallace nomination, while McCormick touts tariff reform as a strength amid anti Randall calls.
A fragmentary letter declares the author an independent candidate for president in a Pennsylvanian district. He condemns improper money use in republican politics, vows reform, and asserts personal resolve amid claims of mental instability. He references headquarters, a jury, and a seven o clock deadline.
The Philadelphia Record contrasts protectionism with free trade using gas industry examples, noting miners suffer as gas fuels industry profits. It critiques Pittsburg protectionists for taxing none while opposing free coal and ore, arguing free materials benefit all buyers. The Cleveland Leader links Irish home rule defeat to American election interference, urging U.S. to mind its own business.
T. V. Powderly grand master workman of the Knights of Labor is discussed as a potential Democratic candidate for governor. The piece notes his influence in the state and hints Beaver would regret his rise if he resigns his current post to accept the nomination.
Bell Brothers Warren Pa announces a sweeping clearance of remnants across all departments to reduce stock and lock up cash. Massive cuts on cottons prints linens dress goods silks laces ribbons and ready to wear plus spectacles of summer wraps and accessories. One sheet of popular music given with every purchase.
Hot weather saps strength and vigor causing languor and low spirits. Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies the blood aids digestion and revives the body. Readers report feeling “new life” and youth again after taking the remedy with 100 doses.
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