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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1886
Page
3
Editorial comments erupt over a Warren County convention attack on Markey and alleged rate fixing. Debaters withdraw amid fierce rhetoric as supporters praise Cleveland and President's independence from party bosses. The piece lauds his governance and stance against monopoly influence, noting minimal bills signed so far and a two cent oleomargarine tax discussion.
A Corry convention chose C. W. Mackey as its victim in a somber gathering likened to a funeral. Delegates voiced a single aim to roast the candidate and promote protectionism while critics attacked tariff foes and the press for alleged bias.
Bert Bros announces a grand clearance continuing through the week with special prices across all departments. The corset section offers about 400 odds and ends at two prices, 25 and 50 cents, plus large remnant deals in hosiery underwear and gloves, dress and white goods, carpets and curtains. A music giveaway accompanies purchases.
An obituary notes Daniel Lott of Lottsville died July 24 1886 after a long illness from gastric fever. Born December 2 1808 in Flatbush Long Island he moved to Lottsville in 1815, married Sally Row, served in Pennsylvania legislature and a second term. He advocated slavery abolition temperance and moral causes. Survived by wife two sons grandchildren and many relatives. The piece reflects on his faith and character with religious tribute and sadness.
Two farmers quarreled over a disputed line and, after court action, a funeral proceeded for Hoganshelf. A sudden storm with lightning struck as straps were removed from the coffin, ending in a dramatic burst of rain and thunder. Captain Coleman reports success with Dr King's New Discovery for coughs and ailments, while Electric Bitters are praised as a universal remedy.
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