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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1895
Page
4
A compact survey notes the 1095 1096 Crusade as the model, contrasts European aims then and now, and forecasts the partition of Turkey with Asiatic Turkey first to fall. It argues European jealousy prevents unified action and asserts Russia will secure a share.
A critical column contrasts American arrogance with European manners. It cites a New York horse show scene where a bride and groom of humble lineage faced a gawking mob and police intervention. It also debunks a sensational czarina death cable as a dishonest fabrication, questioning the syndicate behind ocean cables.
The text notes that while 4,500 men were suspended from pensions for alleged fraud early in the current administration, all but 294 were proven wrongfully accused and their allowances were restored. It also mentions Judge James C. Matthews of Albany, a Black Democrat once recorder of deeds in Washington, and references Allen G. Thurman’s obituary handling.
The piece advocates proportional representation as used in Switzerland and discusses a US approach. It explains that if a state has 20 congressmen, each voter would vote for all 20, with seats allocated by party share. It cites Tom Johnson and notes Illinois uses a multi member district system with three representatives per senatorial district.
General Miles foresees future warfare shifting away from horses to steam, petroleum, or gas powered artillery transport. General Merritt will judge a Thanksgiving race in a horseless carriage from Chicago to Milwaukee. If artillery moves by carriages, cavalry may ride bicycles, changing battlefield requirements and forage needs.
A German father living in Hoboken asks the city recorder to send his daughter’s marriage certificate and a divorce, joking that in Germany she would be fined for not restoring the union. He believes American law makes divorce simple at a marriage license.
The break in prices makes Chicago the second most expensive large city after New York to live in. The Tribune Times Herald and Inter Ocean have all dropped to one cent on weekdays. Advertisers sustain the papers by heavy local business advertising.
A light editorial note contrasts horse shows with spectators and jokes about naval power. It cites the London Times remark about England tolerating rivals and speculates on the United States building a superior navy, with a tongue in cheek forecast on Turkey’s fate around Thanksgiving.
The text outlines Ashley of Ohio advocating constitutional amendments to abolish the vice presidency, elect the president and the Senate directly by popular vote, and guarantee proportional representation to minorities. It calls for direct ballots for presidential nomination and election, a limited president’s veto, and civil service protections, with senators and representatives chosen by direct ballots to ensure proportional representation and prevent re-election.
In Budapest a daily service names The Telephone Herald delivers news by telephone to 6,000 subscribers. Ten strong voiced shouters relay foreign and domestic telegrams, gossip, deaths, marriages, and theater notices 28 times daily. The 2 cent daily fee triggers early morning alarm clatters for urgent updates.
A land company in Wexford county plans to clear 27000 acres by dividing into sections and building timber railroads along section lines to haul timber away. Trees will be partly left in the center of each section to preserve forests. After removing timber the rail lines will be gravelled into roads and the lots sold as farms already improved, a model for better roads and settlement.
The piece laments low quality of books published weekly across civilized countries, noting about 1000 volumes per week. It recalls 1895 as lacking memorable works except Marion Crawwford's Casa Dancchio, while criticising Du Maurier for contributing little. It questions when a book will truly leave a strong impression.
The United States public schools receive about 150 million dollars annually. Private endowed theological institutions report larger gifts than others, implying significant funds for training clergy.
McClure’s Magazine previews extracts from Vailima Letters showing Stevenson endured lifelong poverty despite being well paid. The late author lived frugally in New York in a sailors boarding house, faced snubs from editors, and carried a heavy family burden, influencing his final years and death.
The American Society For the Improvement of Speech proposes a course of voice training and pronunciation instruction. Dr Justin L Barnes of New York City is secretary and Professor Richard E Mayne serves as provisional director. The group invites interested individuals to join and improve their speaking voice.
In April a grand revival of Greece’s ancient Olympics will unfold in the Mount Hymettus valley near Athens. About 3 million dollars is raised from government funds and donor Averoff to cover expenses. The event blends ancient Greek wrestling and running with modern bicycle races and theatrical choric and operatic elements. A key aim is comparing ancient physiques with modern, sparking debate on body ideals.
The Atlanta highway parliament endorses cash road taxes replacing labor dues and praises convict labor for road work. It notes Georgia's advance with cash taxes and public sentiment as drivers of better roads, compares French and American rural practices, and urges farmer and cyclist support for highway improvements. General Roy Stone's address highlights French road standards and farmer prosperity as benchmarks.
The piece argues France faces a growing annual deficit similar to the United States. It cites a 6 million dollar for the Bourgeois cabinet, excluding Madagascar costs, and notes past deficits. It calls for higher internal revenue or tariffs, criticizing repeated ministries for avoiding unpopular tax hikes.
The article notes potential US entanglement if diplomats D Hunter and R S Chilton cannot establish consulates in Armenia and Erzurum and if American missionaries have been killed in Asia Minor. It urges inquiry into these delays or fatalities by the state department.
The article notes fire insurance rate hikes after a major city blaze and the lack of truly fireproof houses. It warns iron and steel distort under extreme heat. It also reports Lewiston Idaho lands opened for settlement on Nov 18, with 546000 acres, likely enough to allot to 8412 families, yet many hopefuls waited along the border.
The Forum discusses railroad woes with President Ash ley arguing there are too many parallel lines and six routes between coasts where two or three suffice. He cites legislation and interstate commerce rules as obstacles, suggests consolidation to force higher rates, and warns against public loss from excessive rail expansion.
Matthew Marshall writing in the New York Guardian argues Congress and the president must act quickly on finance. He urges borrowing short term funds to cover deficits and then expanding revenue, warns against partisan deadlock risking the gold reserve, and cites protectionist options and recent tariff debates.
The Texas committee debates how to honor the state’s heritage aboard the battleship named for Texas. They argue a silver set is inadequate and urge a grand painting featuring longhorns cowboys broncho breakers and Texans in sombreros to preserve the era before it fades. If Texas does not order it, others may.
Eastern colleges embrace western ideas of intercollegiate debate as Penn faces Cornell at Ithaca on February 21. The piece notes Western and Southern speakers often outshine Eastern counterparts and credits debating societies with sharpening oratory and argument skills, recalling Lincoln's development in the country debating society.
The piece notes New York City with 1,600,000 people hosts 7,300 beer saloons, while Philadelphia, two thirds as large, has 1,854. It argues Philadelphia is distinctly American whereas New York is distinctly foreign in the Union.
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