King's Mills Explosion Kills and Injures Dozens
Eyewitness reports list multiple dead and many wounded from the King's Mills cartridge factory explosion. Brakeman James Moss and several unnamed residents are among the dead, with workers losing arms, eyes, or suffering burns and internal injuries. Train wreckage, twisted tracks, and a raging fire accompanied the disaster as rescuers attempted to pull survivors from the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orscryxatt. O
King’s Mills
James Deacon
Henry Reynolds
Samuel Stevens
James Moss
Fred Keller
William Franey
Ralph Williams
Histine
Nock Snyder
L. Behr
Shell Factory
Ernest Collins
John Sneider
John Magg
Ben Dowd
Elstine
Haunt
Harry Smith
Frank Hunt
Arnie Schneider
Callahah
Maggie Hutchinson
J. C. Proctor
Columbus
Pennsylvania
Carridge House
Stoneham chapel to hold Sunday service at 8 o clock
The Christian Patriot notes flexible subscription practices and urges readers to consider papers that trust subscribers. At Stoneham the Sabbath service is set for 8 o'clock in the chapel with a cordial invitation extended to all. Furniture buyers are advised to compare Diamond furniture store prices before purchasing the cheapest option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stoneham
Diamond Furniture Store
Clinton Davis Dies After Cold Water Drinking at Farm
Clinton Davis, a respected Tidioute liveryman and farmer, died Wednesday morning after drinking large amounts of water during a hot day at his farm. He left a wife and two young sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton Davis
Tidioute
Ir. Davis
Deficit fears as tariff plan may raise taxes
The article condemns eight years of party fiscal policy warning that the treasury is nearly 100 million in the red. It argues a tariff bill would add 50 million in losses and tax several essential goods. It likens leaders to Nero and urges Republican action to halt the policies. The piece cites George W. DeLamater and Philadelphia Times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
Congress
Partizan
Washington
Nero
Rome
George W. Delamater
Pennsylvania
Miners Back Pattison in Clearfield Labor Rift
John R. Paisley, a Clearfield labor leader claiming 2000 votes, denounces Delamater and the Quay machine. He says miners favor Pattison, oppose Quay allied interests, and seek a governor who will veto harmful acts and support mining law revision with miner representation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pattison
Antoona
John R. Paisley
Clearfield
Delamater
Quay
Robert E. Pattigan
Grand Excursion to Boston and New York
Public notice announces the 24th annual Grand Army of the Republic encampment in Boston from August 12 to 15, 1890. Excursion tickets at reduced Erie railway rates to Boston and return. three route options via New York at no extra charge. Inquiries to Erie agents or F. H. Garsisip Jamestown NY. Miss Larkins described ill with bilious symptoms and fever. Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery touted as remedy for blood liver and stomach ailments. Sage's catarrh remedy also praised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army of the Republic
Boston
Mass
Erie Railway
Erie Railway Company
New York
F. H. Garsisip
Jamestown
N. Y
Miss Larkins
Miss Larking
Dr. Pierce
Barker Supports Pattison Overhaul in Pennsylvania Politics
Wharton Barker declares a revolution in Pennsylvania politics as he backs Pattison against Quayism. He cites Republican defections, plans a district by district campaign, and insists Democrats and Pattison Republicans will act independently to elect Pattison governor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puitap
Spain
Wharton Barker
Quay
Pattison
Delamater
Democratic Committee
Democratic State Committee
Pennsylvania
United States
Accident at Sugar Run station injures youth
Raymond H. Sherman about 18, son of S. P. Sherman, was badly hurt at Sugar Run when thrown from a moving train. He likely dropped his foot under the wheel while alighting. Doctors Knapp and Davies treated the crushed foot, with amputation possible. The incident follows repeated warnings to avoid jumping on moving cars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sager
Sugar Run
Raymond H. Sherman
S. P. Sherman
Knapp
Kiszua
Davies
Warren
Abbott Family Reunion Amid Historic Echoes of Verone
A Sugar Grove gathering on July 4, 1890 united Abbott descendants from near and far. About seventy relatives attended, naming the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E Ricker as Fanny Arline Ricker. An organizing body formed with F D Wheelock president and Mrs A E Rice secretary, planning next meet at E R Wheelock’s home in August 1891. Committees were appointed for invitations, literary work, and music, with greetings from distant Abbotts and a heartfelt welcome address. The address traced Nathan and Anna Abbott’s pioneer journey from Verona, Oneida County, to a frontier home, detailing hardships, migration by wagon, early log houses, and the family’s spread across Pennsylvania. The item closes with hopes for renewed ties and a memorable holiday gathering.
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Abbott
Nathan
Anna Abbott
Catherine Abbott
Sugar Grove
Fanny Abbott Hull
Kalamazoo
Mich
Abbotts
E. Ricker
Fanny
aAhine
Miss
Fanny Arline Ricker
FDRD
Wheelock
A. E. Rice
E.R. Wheelock
A B. Rice
F. D. Wheelock
Lucy Abbott
J. A. Abbott
N. W
Verona
Oneida County
United States
Pittsburg
Fathe Robett
Guy Irvine
Fredonia
Meadville
Jamestown
Webster Abbott
Anns Abbott
Kasson
Francis
Franklin Abbott
Anna
Wathen
Pennsylvania
Tita
Anne Abbott
Oil prices rise amid hesitant stock market mood in 1890 Warren report
In Warren on July 17 1890 oil prices gained a point from 874 to 894 before settling at 883 while stocks stayed cautious. The silver bill loomed but failed to spark a strong rally as bulls and bears clashed. a pastoral accident reported involved Mrs Titus losing both arms in Jamestown and being cared for in Warren. Also listed were a Jefferson letters and a Warren county fair notice plus local ads for furniture and goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallstreet
Titus
Warren
Jamestown
Robert McKay
Third Street
Children From New York Arrive For Fresh Air Fund Visit
A train brought 69 children to Warren under the Fresh Air Fund with two supervising ladies. The New York Tribune program places these children with local families for two weeks, providing meals and air for health. A lengthy list details Warren residents hosting boys and girls, including families on Liberty, Market, and High streets, Rogers' Mills, Glade Run, and North Warren, reflecting broad local support and reduced fare rates via Penns Railroad.
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Glaibleen
Warren Tursdlay Uiternion
Warren
New York Tribune Fresh Air Fund
M.E. Church
Dunkirk
Jamestown
Penn
R. R. Co
Thomas
Conewange
Glide
G. C James
Liberty St
J. A. Best
W. D. Brown
Shoape
Carver
Geo. Savage
Glade
W. D. McLaren
Water St
J. al. Hand
Market St
Carrie Fickett
Fifth St
Lynde
Short and Market
Ernest Smith
F. H. Rockwell
Third St
H. A. Jamieson
G. L. Friday
Hickory and High
G. W. Beofield
Liberty At
Misa Kitty Brown
Louise Miller
A. Li. McKelvy
Eli
M. Waters
W. J. Alexander
High St
Rs. McWilliams
Cobham Road
Jane Orr
Market, Sr
N. Delancey
North Warren
Amann
C. P. Dunn
W. Olsen
N.C. Allen
Glade Run
Florence Collin
Demming
J. Jarvis
Second St
Miss Keller
P. Begler
H. H. James
E. W. Parshali
Word to the Men in The Scribner’s Tone
A passage argues that masculine women exist but are rare, and most women stay traditional. It says education and independence should be limited and urges men to provide, so women need not seek self support. It concludes by advising Mr. Allen to take care of men so women won’t have to fend for themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sally Brasacs
Allen
Resolutions Adopted by Fourth of July Committee 1890
At the meeting of the Fourth of July committee in Corwen Hall on July 14 1890 resolutions were adopted thanking citizens for assistance and courtesy to the soliciting committee and to Rev Bell and R J Shubert for help. Thanks extended to ladies for refreshments and to the Royal Arcanum for parade participation. Resolutions and report to be printed in Warren Leport and Mirror. Finances show receipts 325.94 expenditures 149.43 balance 376.51 leaving 5853 per company. North Clarendon July 14 1890.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corwen Hook and Ladder Hall
Royal Arcanum
Warren Leport and Mirror
North Clarendon
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Tidigue
Luss
Barker
Rebubblican
Siegel’s
Greensburg
William Fischell
Jeanette
Manor
Siegel's
Tas. Adams
J A 2Toore
Ada Abbey
Edna ‘McMaillen
R EB Brown
Mise Carrie
Nelson Nettie Davis
Nellie Nilson
Tilda Finley
Wm Petersen
Nellia Holmes
W EH Roebeck
E Lincoln
Eva Sprobs
Eva Swanson
Wrathilda
Bane
Abner
H Jr
Lincoln Wm
Barker George Maurer
AH Baker
Narry Mcvann
James D
Pack Levi S Biddle Charles , Quinby
OS Chapman
J Buffali
Dumbco Collins & Co
Lone John P Fowlers
J Smith
L L Gray
Wadsworth
BR. A. Love
P. M
Warren County
S. V. Davis
Willis Cowan
F. A. Cogswell
A. Dunn
B. F. Morris
W. D. Ridelsperger
W. D. Beaty
W. C. Arthur
G. B. Starr
F.K. Russell
Clemons
L. G. Noyes & Co
Diamond Block
Ohio
Wm. Spinner
Warren Confection CO
Merck Drug Store
Morris & Mullen
Zreshl Air Cheluren
New York Uy
Gram
Davis Drug Store
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