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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1890
Page
6
A fragmented column recalls the mother’s virtues and extols the old man who toiled for the future greats, noting his sacrifices and neglected praise. It surveys Republican tariff debates, McKinley bill criticism, and regional political shifts, citing Kansas and Philadelphia journals and upcoming local primaries.
The Standard Oil Company shifts from transport and refining to large scale production. It has bought or leased vast Ohio oil lands and seeks to acquire the four top producing properties in Pennsylvania the Union, Forest, Anchor and Washington oil trusts. The 300000 acre spread from McKean to Washington counties yields about 9000 barrels daily. The move aims to secure control of Pennsylvania output for refineries and may push up property prices.
A San Francisco letter praises Cleveland’s economy and surplus as proof of reducing burdens, then notes political retaliation from plunderers in Washington. Also mentions upcoming Harper’s magazine literary notes by Champney and Jay, a street incident involving a hired ride, a bogey accident, and an advertisement offering free kidney and chronic disease diagnosis by Dr. E F Borrrerrzngny of Syracuse.
An article argues dignity comes from wholehearted labor and pride in one’s craft. It says social status often unfairly labels manual work as inferior, while true dignity lies in how a worker engages with their task and the craft’s outcomes. Across history, great achievers united with their work through energy, aspiration, and endurance.
The Agricultural Department tests seeds before distribution by a pan and muslin method that uses capillary action to germinate seeds in water across a muslin fold. A cheerful staff member tends a miniature garden on a window ledge, proving seeds and beans can sprout and be eaten, while urging city families to start their own kitchen gardens.
Readers hear that many soaps claim to be as good as Ivory but advertisers question such comparisons. The piece emphasizes that genuine Ivory Soap remains superior in quality, urging consumers to seek the trusted brand.
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