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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1885
Page
5
A long column lists events and notices from Warren including circuses by O’Brien and Van Amburg, Waterman pens, new church foundation progress, local auctions, and street scenes. It notes railroad, gas supply plans, and several local personalities and business promotions.
At about eight on Wednesday evening a horse driven by Geo Leonhart owner of the Exchange hotel bolted after being frightened by two large dogs kept by the gate keeper at the driving park. Billy Caswell captured the horse near Riva's shop. no injuries to Leonhart. The Prohibition Club of Warren plans a 8 pm Saturday meeting at Good Templars hall to elect delegates to the county convention in Warren next Monday.
Bell Bros announces a major stock clearout of ladies and childrens hosiery, gloves, corsets, and silk garments. Prices slash list with items like lisle thread hose at 20 cents and silk jerseys at 25 cents, claiming 100 dozen hosiery and gloves and several other bargain lots to attract quick sale.
Local notes report visits by Mrs. Geo. King in Pittsburgh and Fred Whitney in Warren, with several other residents traveling to Erie, Baltimore, New York, and Chautauqua. Highlights include Rev. A. W. Ryas receiving a Doctor of Science degree, an age limit ordinance for police, and Burt Morrison’s illness while Will Turner joins Gordon’s production in New York.
Weekly Market Report notes a constitutional remedy for catarrhal ailments, praising Hood's Sarsaparilla for its claimed deep systemic reach. The piece also mentions Bartsch & Co. Lumber Wagons and Carriages at their Water Street stand, with Chas Bartsch seeking continued support for the new firm after thirteen years of service.
Giopre and Lacerur announce capability in carriage and wagon making in Warren. They offer easy running wagons and invite calls, noting sole manufacturers for Warren county of Jackson's Patent Harrow and beat in the world. Shop on Market street. Warren, May 30.
The piece extols discipline as the core of Rome’s power and profiles Mr Benedict of Troy as a veteran in the express business with thirty three years at his desk. He notes his absence from the office is rare despite illness and credits Dr Kennedy’s SOVER REMEDY with stabilizing digestion and energy, sharing his success as a testimonial to the product.
The Lepear notes material circulation improvement and predicts it will exceed all county papers within forty days. Advertisers are assured their ads will reach a wide audience similar to or greater than competitors.
Fragmented testimonial page touts Brown's Iron Bitters as a universal cure for dyspepsia sickness and general health. Ministers from Corydon Stevenson New Dem Wis Slintiase and others report improved strength and relief, with grand claims of cures and renewed vigor amid a chorus of praise.
Wa Spixner announces removal of his Hardware Store and Tin Shop to the Diamond Block across from the former location in Warren Pennsylvania. He invites patrons from the county and Glade to visit the new, larger rooms offering tin and job work with prompt attention. A. A. Davis & Co. advertises a croquet assortment. The ad also mentions Hood's Sarsaparilla preparation.
On Wednesday July 22 1855 Reverend A De La Roque officiated as Eugene A Abbott of Warren wed Miss Kk D Lefebre of Montreal Canada east in a Montreal area ceremony.
A dated antiquarian notice outlines a new log table spanning all lengths from street to ten feet with logs of varying dimensions. It mentions Penny Baxter and Warren Bort along with postal notes on a 1893 date, detailing the table’s introductory use and observed log sizes.
Ohio Normal offers courses in government and acting with 2049 students enrolled. Advanced tuition, cheap books rental, and travel expenses paid if not as represented. Terms begin Aug 1, Oct 20, and Jan 5. applications to H. S. Lehr president.
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