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Warren Ledger

Location

Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1895

Page

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Funeral of Gresham in Washington and funeral march

The remains of former Secretary Gresham were moved from the Arlington hotel to the White House where a brief service was held. President Cleveland and the cabinet attended as a large escort of military marched to the depot and the train left for Chicago at 12 14 PM. At San Francisco theColima wreck off Manzanillo left 19 saved of 192 aboard, including five crew, while Captain J P Taylor steered the iron vessel toward New York.

Washington Gresham Arlington Hotel White House Calvery Mr. Cleveland Dr. Orelly Chicago San Francisco Pacific Mail Colima New York Manzanillo Acapulco J. P. Taylor Roach & Sons Philadelphia

Superintendent Murdered at Benton Manufacturing Co

In St Louis on May 29 John H. Lewis superintendent was shot dead in the company office by Erasmus Fredericks a discharged worker who demanded wages. After an initial ejection Fredericks returned and fired four shots then surrendered to police. In Zanesville Ohio the Republican convention nominated A W Jones Youngstown for governor W J Gilbert Caldwell for auditor Judge Minshall for Supreme Judge and J B Allen Athens for supreme court clerk.

St. Louis John H. Lewis Benton Manufacturing Co Erasmus Fredericks Lewis Fredericks Zanesville, O A. W. Jones Youngstown W. J. Gilbert Caldwell Minshall J. B. Allen Athens

Great Preparations for Warren High Alumni Reunion

Warren High School Alumni Association plans its annual Class of 1895 reunion with two farces in Library Hall. Performances Friday evening June 5 at 7 o'clock, limited seats at first, balance to public sale Wednesday morning June 5 at L. G. Noyes drug store for 25 and 15 cents. Cast includes Harriett A. Friday, Kate G. Brown, Edward Roberts, Willis Campbell, Tracy Greenland, and others. titles Masterpiece of Diplomacy and Cast Off Without a Shulling.

Warren High School Alumni Association Library Hall L. G. Noyes Drug Store Theyre Smith Colonel Berners Joseph T. Danforth Sam Gaythorne Fills G. Mitchell Kitty Gaythrose Ife Harriett A. Friday

Court Notes in Conarro Eysinger Case First Bicycle suit

The Conarro vs Eysinger case occupies the court with testimony from November 16, 1898, when Frank Conarro, riding home, was knocked down by a defendant’s hack driven by Carlson. He suffered severe injuries and remained housebound for some time. The trial, begun Monday afternoon, is expected to finish Tuesday, featuring witnesses for the plaintiff and defense counsel. Also advertised: Kellar the illusionist performs in Library Theatre on June 3, with a new show including The Mystic Light of Bala and The Talking Image among other feats. A heart remedy by Dr Agnes promises relief in 30 minutes, sold by F H Dixons. Chicago ordinance bans bloomers for women within city limits.

Conarro-Eysinger Frank Conarro Jo Eysinger Carlson Messrs Clark and Rice Wilbur al Jen Lindsey Kellar Library Theatre Bumbugs East Heinrich Hensoldt Flyto Cassasaga Chicago

Great Derby Run at Epsom Won by Sir Vista

The great derby race at Epsom was won by Sir Vista owned by Lord Roseberry. Curse, owned by Mr. Connor, finished second and Kirconnel, owned by Sir J B Maple, finished third. An enormous crowd attended in warm pleasant weather with royal family representation.

Lonpox Epsom Lord Roseberry Sir Vista Mr. Connor Curse J. B. Maple

Strait Convicted in Murder Case at Bemira

Martin Strait was found guilty of first degree murder for fatally shooting his wife and sister in Bemira last November. The verdict followed a trial in which prosecutors presented evidence of premeditation and intent. Strait faces a potential life sentence or the death penalty under state law.

Bemira Martin ¥. Strait

General Allens Divorce Granted in Fargo Court

General Harrison Allen was granted a divorce from his wife of Warren Pennsylvania on May 29 in Fargo N Y on grounds of desertion. The proceeding names the parties and notes the desertion basis.

Fargo N. Y Harrison Allen Warren

Leave For England Racing Crew Departs To Henley

New York May 29 The Corneil crew to row in the Henley regatta left for England today aboard the steamer Paris.

New York Corneil England Paris

Jersey brig Reaper wrecked near Channel WN F

News from Cape Ray New Jersey reports the Jersey brig Reaper wrecked last night at Channel WN F. The captain two seamen and a passenger were drowned in the incident.

Quebec Cape Ray N. J

Horrible Accident Instant Death of Little Cecil Fowl

A Warren streetcar tragedy kills four to five year old Cecil Fowl on Main street near Lewis meat market. Motorman Chas Weaver and conductor Hugh Siggins testify they could not stop the car in time. Coroner’s jury rules death by being run over by Car No. 2 on May 28 1895 near Glade Avenue and Crescent Street.

Street Cecil Fowl Main Street Lewis Gladerun Chas Weaver I Hugh Siggins Carver Street A. Vincent Weaver A. D Glade Avenue Crescent Street Borough of Warren

Street Railway Company Card Policy Recommendation

The court finds no fault by the railway company or its employees for negligence in guarding against the accident given the car’s equipment. It recommends using suitable cards on every car to improve safety and prevent future incidents.

Lost the Second Summary and Box Scores

Two base hits by Niles Vetters Boyd Duncan McKeever Salmon and a Richey homer highlight the second game of a doubleheader won by Sharon. Wils-Mckeever and Halbritter contribute steals and defensive plays. Oil City also posted a win against New Castle. In Harrisburg, Mennonites protest a religious garb bill while a civil case physicians testimony bill passes after reconsideration. Senate discusses reorganizing the Penn State board.

Warren Franklin Niles Vetters Boyd Duncan McKeever Salmon Richey Wils Manefee Halbritter Duncan McGiryn Dowsie Bullach McMahon B McMahon Legge Ritcher Miller McGlynn O' Brien Brown O’brien O'Brien Samoa Schmidt Hiarrisburg Senate Pennsylvania State College Warren Club Braves Menefee T. Fricken Boyd Yh Duncan H. Fricken Ss. McGlynn Jean A. BE. Warren FO. Bullach Ritchey Milter M. Legge Hewitt Rickert

Dom Pedro Wreck Off Cape Corrobedo Causes 80 Deaths

The French steamer Dom Pedro, from Pasages to Carrill, struck the Bajes Corrobedo near Cape Corrobedo at six last evening. Boilers exploded and the ship sank within minutes. Part of the passengers and crew were saved, but about 80 persons drowned.

Villo Spain Cape Corrobedo Pasages Carrill Bajes Corrobedo

Woodard Leads Warren Advertising Push With Guessing Contest

Jas D Woodard launches a new home industries promotion in Warren urging citizens to support local business. A drawing or guessing contest accompanies every cash purchase, with chances to win Pickett extension tables from Warren Table Co. officials say the campaign boosts Woodard’s store and town industries.

Jas. D. Woodard Warren Clothier Woodard Pickett Homer Warren Table Co Wooduard

Hosea Harmon Rites Held in Sugar Grove Neighborhood

Hosea Harmon, longtime Sugar Grove resident, died at home aged 77. Born 1818 in Sandy Lake, N. Y., he settled in Sugar Grove in 1830 with 13 siblings. Survived by a daughter Emma and a son who died young, his funeral planned from his home on Friday. The obituary notes his thrift and rise from farm labor to wealth. An unrelated advertisement follows with farm goods and discount prices from G. H. Stickland and a mailing offer from Landis & Co.

Hosea Harmon Sugar Grove Mr. Harmon Renssalaer County Sandy Lake Nason Anna Harmon Hosea Sally Johnson Freehold Emma Harmon

Executive Committee Holds a Meeting Tuesday Night

The Warren Centennial Association executive committee met in Library rooms Tuesday evening with Hon. Chas. H. Neves presiding and S. W. Waters as secretary. E. W. Parshall was named chairman of the united first and second period committees, and a sub committee was authorized to handle publicity and arrange with gas and electric firms for displays.

The Warren Centennial Association Chas. H. Neves S. W. Waters E. W. Parshall Association Executive Committee Gas and Electric Companies

Murderer Lynched in Maryland Mob Hangs Convict

In Eniicorr City Maryland Jacob Hensen a colored man convicted of killing Daniel F Shea was hanged from a tree by about twenty men this morning. The lynching occurred amid fears the governor would commute the sentence.

Eniicorr Crry Jacob Hensen Daniel F. Shea

Cornell Crew Heads to Henley Regatta in England

The Cornell crew bound for Henley Regatta left Iruaca New York for New York City with a large send off and procession to the depot. May 28.

Iruaca N. Y Cornell England New York

A Terrible Visitant and Rheumatism Relief

A brief healthcare ad notes rheumatism as a persistent ailment that can attack vital organs. It praises Hostetter's Stomach Bitters for preventing and treating rheumatic symptoms and related issues such as malaria dyspepsia liver and kidney trouble nervous debility and aging soreness. It encourages use especially in wet or drafty conditions.

New Lodge Instituted By Scandinavian Brotherhood

A Scandinavian Brotherhood lodge was organized in the city and installed by J. H. Sandstrom grand president J. A. Swanson grand treasurer and A. Anricson grand secretary. Officers include Oscar Stinson president Pp. Anderson vice president P. Nelson financial secretary J. Peterson corresponding secretary A. Lundberg treasurer E. Olson inside guard E Netcher outside guard C. Carlson trustees S. Bergeson C. Carlson P. Nordstrom. The lodge, Columbia Lodge No. 8, starts with about forty members. Tib. Titusville Herald. Salesmen Wanted. To sell our Non-Nicotine Midgets Cigars. Salary or commission, good side line. Samples free. Address Landis & Co. Shippensburg, Pa. 246 w-28-tt.

C. Carlson S. Bergeson P. Nordstrom Columbia Lodge Titusville Herald Landis & Co Shippensburg

Also Mentioned on This Page

Ohio Republican Alumni Association Wm. D. Horreils Edward Roberts Glenn. Lott Willis Campbell W. Ensworth Doctor Lawson H. D. Hazeltine Doctor Williams Tracy Greenland Robby Roberts Raymond Brann Agnes Roberts Kate G. Brown Amy Campbell Elizabeth W. Pierce Court Notes Agnes F. H. Dixons Strait General Allen Litttle Sharon B. H. E. Sharon Titusville Swindell and Stevick Smith and Mitchell A. E Sharon Hopkins Mets Gray Mitchell Leahy Oil City New Castle Kew Castle Castle Chambers Jordan Colgan Whitehill and Briggs Fants Ct. Sharon Franklin - New Castle J. D. Woodard Japan Rio California G. H. Stickland Waters’ Block Postoffice Jlonly Kippensburg
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