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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1885
Page
4
The piece argues for gas competition, proposing a new line to challenge the old monopoly, urging compromise and fair profits, while noting aging leaders and local notices. It also lists a string of brief items: appointments, robberies, legislative moves, and stock updates from Fargo and Dakota regions.
The Philadelphia Record notes that state charters aimed to grow home industry failed as railroads favor distant markets. Farmers and manufacturers face competitive rates for outsiders, hindering local corn and iron. Illinois and Alabama become better outlets for Pennsylvania goods, choking local production and coal use.
A brief political squib alleges Republican criticism of the Democratic administration over treasury irregularities, claiming crookedness was found after Democratic officials’ investigation, with promised congressional action. An ad note mentions new stock window shades at A. A. Davis & Co.
Regular correspondent reports on Republican discouragement as Democrats gain hold in Senate and in federal offices. Observes Oregon contest anxiety after Mahone defeat, notes shifts during Manning era at Treasury, and recounts President Cleveland’s public receptions and a humorous handshaking incident with a visitor seeking a wife.
A prose poem reverently contemplates memory as a healing force. It recalls beloved friends and family, the joy of past scenes, and the solace memory provides to a wounded heart, praising memory as a divine gift from Jehovah that brings comfort and calm.
In Titusville World and local columns, Warren merchant Geo P. Orr is accused of ordering ads pulled from papers not backing him in the Warren county prothonotary race. Orr argues he separates politics from business and maintains printers ink value, while the local press notes his past advertising support and defends fair treatment.
Special Bulletin lists extra bargains in table linen napkins and towels with new goods and lower prices. Items include Nice Loom Dice nine linen at 18 cents, cream damask at 35 and 45 cents, bleached damask at low figures, and various flannels and muslin at reduced prices. Overstocked napkins and linens, cloak stock, and lace neck wear featured. Batt Bras promotes lower prices than rivals.
Local 18th George Bax promotes Geo Ball’s double store as offering clothing hats caps and furnishings at equal or lower prices than outside towns. He claims ready made suits from 18 dollars and pants from 5 dollars, inviting customers to compare and be convinced.
Obituary notes Mrs Susan McKinney 66 died after five days of severe illness on Nov 12. Born in Chamiauqui county New York 1819 she moved 46 years ago with husband to a farm between Irvine and Youngsville. Survived by three brothers and one sister with a large family of nine children. Funeral conducted by Rev. I G Hall at home then burial in Youngsville cemetery.
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