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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1888
Page
6
A long compilation notes tariff critique and political maneuvering around Watson’s nomination by McKean Miner and Valley Spirit, with references to Sherman, Brewart, and New York World. It covers tariff taxes on wool, newspaper accolades, and Warren Cam eron delegation tactics shaping the Pennsylvania nomination process.
An Erie Graphics calculation argues Watson’s congressional victory is a foregone conclusion, citing four counties’ governor vote and a Republican lead of 2,896, while noting past margins and changing times. The piece warns of campaign maneuvers and urges electing a working, honest man over corporate influence, contrasting with earlier GOP signals. The Times article endorses Watson as the independent Republican choice, predicting a large win and party alignment.
The article rails against Pinkerton detectives and industrial controls, linking them to an emerging industrial despotism and labor coercion. It discusses tariff protection, railroad land forfeiture, and the view that protection should shield manufacturers and workers from taxes, with calls to face tariff truths and defend free raw materials. It also notes political maneuvers, election activity, and local notices in Warren County.
The piece cites a New York Tribune extract condemning financial corporations and notes a debate in Congress over Mareon Indiana Democrats bill to extend arrearages act. It claims the bill costs the government up to 250 million dollars and functions as a direct tax of twenty dollars on every adult male, arguing the public opposes higher taxes.
A Warren Pa column by Deacon Jones recounts a comically grave tale of chronic hand cramps. He blames writers’ kramp and a string of odd ailments while detailing daily life, neighborly gossip, and a stubborn vow against Sunday labor.
A catalog style notice lists discounts on carpeting and fabrics including Ingram at 25c per yd, Extra Super Ingram 58c, Hartford and Lowell options, Tapestry Carpete st 45c and 75c values, Stinson Body at 68c, Brussels 79c, Velvet Carpets 88c, Moquette 1.25, plus reductions on poles lace Turcoman curtains shades fixtures mats rags and oil cloths.
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The note claims old ruts keep high prices, arguing a nimble six pence beats a slow shilling. It invites readers to compare prices on dry goods and carpets at D Shear's.
Fragmentary catalog itemizes woolen garments with distorted prices and supplier names. It mentions Forty-six inch items and discounts from inflated figures, with unclear references to Shear and Shen’s. The text is partially unreadable, offering minimal actionable details.
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