Prohibition defeat in Pennsylvania shapes future liquor policy
Warren PA June 21 1889 voters rejected the prohibition amendment in most areas aside from Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. The Ledger notes disappointment among antis but pride for local supporters amid active campaigns and pollside excitement. It discusses the Brooks law and sugar trust profits, then shifts to tariff politics and Blaine’s view of trusts as private affairs, and ends urging physician participation in the upcoming vital statistics census.
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Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
Philadelphia
Warren County
Friends of Prohibition
The
Ledger
Sugar Trust
Barrett
Blaine
Tus Sugar Trust
Blain
Patriot
United States
Fesuans
Washington
Warren
The Sufferage Amendment and Pennsylvania Politics
A satirical critique of the failed suffrage amendment and the corrupt politics of Pennsylvania. The piece condemns voter indifference and taxes, praises ballot reform, and denounces moneyed influence and monopolies in 1888 politics, referencing Wanamaker, Blaine, and New York.
Jeffersonian tariff doctrine and Sun's editorial stance
The piece contrasts Jeffersonian eco policy with 1876 Democratic platform defending tariffs. It questions the Sun's alignment on abolishing internal revenue and urges clarity on when democracy began to favor high tariffs while taxing whisky and tobacco. It references defunct Whig and living democracy concepts and critiques tariff rhetoric.
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Sun
Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson
United States
Treasury
Whig Party
Eprch
Governor Beaver Finds Funds for Johnstown Recovery Plan
After weeks of effort Governor Beaver secured a banker's loan backed by implied faith of the commonwealth. Bankers offered to place one million dollars in the governor's hands to aid Johnstown, outside charity lines, promising swift business restoration. Gen Calyon S Brion of Ohio elected national Democratic chairman, succeeding the late Barnum.
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Beaver
Johnstown
Commonwealth
Calyin
Brion
Ohio
National Democratic Committee
Vicechairman Barnum
The Ghost of Wanda A Village Haunting and a Snake Charmers Solve
In Wanda India a haunted house rumor spreads among English officers. Jugglers entertain children and a cobra is released from a hole. A massive boa emerges, attacking none, then is killed by a skilled Indian snake charmer using a teak pole. The crowd learns the ghost was a boa.
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Wanda
India
Capt. Beauchamp
Thomas
Philadelphia Times
Be Gave Himself Away on a Train Conversation
A quiet traveling man on a train asserts courage, saying he is rarely afraid. A companion pushes further, noting the age and possible marriage status. The man claims he is not married, inferred from his "conversation" with Merchant Traveler.
Elegant Boys' Suitings and Star Shirt Waist At Bottom Prices
A local retailer advertises an elegant line of boys' suitings of every description at bottom prices and a large assortment of the Star Shirt Waist, inviting shoppers to browse the savings and new arrivals.
Hunter and Jarvis Housekeeping Bargains Sale
Hunter and Jarvis announce daily additions for housekeepers. Special bargains include Table Linens at 49c, Linen Towels 12 1/2c, India Linen and Curtain Cartoons at 25c, 36 inches wide. 54inch Raw Silk 50c, Lace Curtains 69c per pair, colors at 75c, Carpets 5 to 20c per yard off, Rubber Mats 1.75 down from 3.00, plus Bed Spreads Quilts and Covers.
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