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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1895
Page
1
A columnist critiques a local injunction over a bridge project and borough powers, questions on legality, and contrasts expert opinions. The piece mocks rumors about Standard Oil, warns against parental dishonesty, cites famous families, and notes Warren’s weather and citrus trends plus a plug for local advertising.
Reports to the government from Quebec dated May 10 indicate a severe famine in northern Canada around Chimea. About two thirds of the Montaigna tribe perished, totaling over 180, with nearly thirty Esquimaut deaths. The disaster followed reindeer shortages and general game scarcity. Authorities funded Hudson Bay posts to aid relief in future winters.
The Cayuga of the Lehigh Valley line sank in ninety feet of water after a collision with the steamer W L Hurd three miles south of Skilligee on Lake Michigan. All 28 crew members were saved. The Hurd lost its bow and saw George Johnson, steward, drown. only lumber cargo kept her afloat. The Cayuga's cargo valued at 239000 is reportedly fully insured.
OIL MARKET REPORT shows regional price quotes from Warren Pennsylvania dated May 13. Listed stations include Corning North Lima Lima Indiana New Castle Barnsville and more with per gallon figures ranging roughly from 1.40 to 1.90.
FIARRISSURG May 10. Governor Hastings sent to the senate a message vetoing the senate bill that granted married women the same rights as spinster sisters to sell real estate or enter contracts without a husband s control, preserving only the right of tenancy by courtesy in real property.
A fire at the Arlington hotel in Montrose Colorado at midnight fatally burned C W Nehrbas of Chicago and severely injured several guests. Firemen battled the flames as guests escaped with injuries. Investigation to determine cause continues.
The Civic Federation led by Board of Trade president W. T. Biker clashes with Chicago race track bookmakers over outlawing bookmaking. Racers will unite to oppose the federation and threaten warrants against Board officers for alleged gambling law violations. The dispute signals a volatile episode at the tracks.
District President Cairns of the United Mine Workers calls for a convention on Wednesday to vote on a plan to order a national strike. The measure would shut down every mine in western Pennsylvania Ohio West Virginia Illinois and Indiana until all operators agree to the union wage scale.
Toledo on May 13 reports William Ashen has filed three suits seeking 10000 damages from the Lake Shore Ohio Central and the Wa bash railroads. He claims the American Railway strike caused his blacklist and prevented him from finding work on any line. If successful, similar suits may follow.
Vienna May 18 Countess Marie of Leinengen Westerburg has been arrested for obtaining large sums by fraud and for leading a young English girl astray. Reported to be a native of New York, her maiden name was Fischi.
In Bellaire Ohio on May 13 workers at Riverside and Wheel ing Iron and Steel in Benwood WV voted to accept a ten cent per day wage increase and return to work, affecting nearly 6,000 employees. In Hazleton Pa on May 13 Hon Eckley B Coxe died at 10:25 am, a Democratic National Committee member noted for his political influence.
May 13 reports that the terms of the Chinese Japanese treaty will be published today. Early indications say the terms are highly satisfactory to the Japanese military party and to the army and navy leadership, signaling broad approval within official circles.
The Standard did not raise oil prices today remaining at 1.60. The market opened with bids of 1.82 in Pitysburg and 1.80 at Oil City.
The tobacco tax bill was defeated in the Reichstag today. It was a government measure. After the vote the Reichstag adjourned.
W Hildebrand reports the Pleasant Bridge is in excellent condition overall with cable entries and saddles rust free and masonry sound. He notes some wear on bottom chords guard rails and wooden tower bases but expects decades more service if properly painted and maintained.
Yesterday the John Shrenfield & Sons jewelry store was robbed of 250 dollars worth of gold watches. A suspect woman distracted the clerk while the other thief completed the theft. An officer near Rochester found a man on a flat car with many watches. he will be brought to the scene, but the woman is still at large.
A major village fire in North Parma near Rochester destroyed two dwellings and four stores, totaling losses around 323,000. A boy suffered severe burn injuries in the blaze last night.
No Market. PARKERSBURG, W. Va., May 10. The Standard Oil Co. has transferred or discharged all its employees here closing everything indefinitely. An immense stock has accumulated for which there seems to be no market.
A Chicago meat train of thirty cars was wrecked near Municipal Indiana by spreading rails last night. The third section derailed and one tramp stealing a video was buried under the wreckage.
May 11 Chicago report notes a gas explosion at 10 Sherman Street injured thirteen. Most severely hurt include Joseph Denier Edward Gerand Edward Gwin August Meischall Alex St Lune with multiple fatal burns. Others hospitalized with serious injuries.
Prrrspera May 11 The Oliver Iron and Steel Company granted the amalgamated scale in all departments and workers will return to work immediately. The company voluntarily advanced laborers ten percent and Carrie furnace staff received a ten percent increase. The Newcastle plant of James P Witherow will start at once, employing six hundred men after prolonged idleness.
Alden Miller and wife were away at market when two robbers bound the servants and looted the farm house. A posse pursued and after a two mile chase captured the culprits. They named Geo Williams of Philadelphia and John Green of New York as suspects.
In St Petersburg on May 11 authorities fear Japan aims to delay a final China dispute settlement. Russia plans to reinforce troops to the Far East as Japan continues to hold Port Arthur and rejects further concessions, signaling a looming crisis.
A cloudburst in Massillon Ohio last night caused extensive damage to highways and railroads. Bridges were washed away and a Wheeling and Lake Erie work train plunged through a trestle. One man is believed drowned and several were injured.
Oakfield in Genesee County was wiped out by a blaze early today destroying every store and many homes. Estimated loss stands at about 75000 with numerous residents left homeless.
The President said on May 11 that Admiral Meade will be held strictly to account if reported correctly for criticizing the administration in yesterday's interview.
Washington May 11 newspapers report veterans of the Second Army Corps weighing the removal of General Hancock’s remains from Norristown to Arlington cemetery near the capital. The decision reflects ongoing efforts to honor Civil War generals with final interment in national military grounds.
The May 11 report shows crude oil price edging higher with a $1.60 figure for today’s purchases. Market opened at 81,764 and closed at 1.79 in both locations Oil City and here.
The council bridge committee met with Commissioners Owens and Griswold to review Engineer Stowell's report. Plans and estimates from bridge firms were examined. costs ranged from 12 000 to 30 000 dollars, but estimates under 20 000 were seen as inadequate. Borchers urged reading the engineer's report and careful public consideration before any purchase, while Owens reserved judgment and opposed paying the high price for a lighter bridge.
The case before Justice Meacham involved Hood Gale & Co. funds and $75. Defendants D. T. and W. Humphrey were represented by W. V. Yates, plaintiffs by M. H. Boeschlin. A jury of W. W. Winger, L. A. Keller, T. B. Clawson, Jno. Dentler, Lou Green and George Henry returned a verdict for the plaintiffs in full.
Manager England orders new signees Hammer and Allen join Pittsburg and Baltimore NL clubs. Springfield duo Legge Tickert arrive, Dan Alexander may join from Franklin. Local crew works to ready the diamond for Wednesday’s opening game with Titusville aiding.
Excursion tickets to Denver Colorado Springs Manitou and Pueblo sold July 3 4 and 5 for 850 75 from New York 19 25 from Philadelphia 47 50 from Baltimore and Washington 47 25 from Harrisburg with return validity July 12 13 14 15 and extension to September 1. A Pullman Buffet Sleeping car special will depart New York at 10 10 a m July 4 arriving Denver July 6.
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