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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1888
Page
4
The piece notes Senator Sheeman plans to stay campaigning from the senate desk while harsh weather affects him. It highlights voters in Harrisburg missing poll tax payments and contrasts candidates as legitimate representatives versus moneyed interests in the 25th district. Political chatter from Warren reflects tariff debates and party lines.
The McKean Miner editor shirks a direct reply to charges about Col L F Watson, defending support for Watson while critics call for accountability. A Warren County faction denounces the editor and champions party independence, arguing character and merit must lead nominations over wealth and machinery. Democratic campaign methods are praised for education and cost focus, contrasting with Republican grand meetings. a Negley barbecue fizzle with McKinley draws comment on dwindling support.
The piece denounces Republican reluctance to discuss the tariff bill, accusing leaders Blaine and Quay of delaying. It argues the party uses fraud to avoid action, warns of monopolists profiting and predicts strong public reaction in November. It also notes the Sherman stance on Canada retaliation and endorses the Democratic convention report.
The Mail summaries Secretary Stone's speech to farmers at Tionesta, two weeks ago, noting his claim about abolishing the 35 cent per bushel potato tariff and the wool duty. It argues the Mills bill does not change the potato tariff, questioned as either ignorance or deliberate deceit.
W A Rankin mails a concise acceptance to the Democratic Centuries of the 27th Peana District from Warren Pennsylvania dated October 4 SB He states readiness to enter at once upon the canvas and asks delegates to note the nomination. The item also recounts political letters and local commentary on supporters and campaign fundraising amid a busy election season with references to Watson and tariff issues.
A flurry of bets and posted wagers emerge over the Cleveland Harrison contest with sums from 5,000 to 45,000 dollars tied to various outcomes. Notable names include Theo BE Grandin of Jamestown and George Thatcher the minstrel, while notes describe bets on New York votes and Indiana carrying for Harrison.
The fall and winter trade begins with a large sale of dry goods carpets and cloaks. Beginning Monday October 1 1888, the largest assortment ever exhibited to the citizens of this vicinity will be offered at quality, quantity and price points to meet all demands.
A local retailer advertises a sale of black and colored silks including Henriettas striped and plaid dress goods both foreign and domestic. The notice claims excellent quality and very low prices and urges customers to inspect the selections.
Plain and fancies Velvets on display and sale with a large stock. Prices described as very low and within reach of economical buyers.
Immense stock of blankets shawls and comforters praised as perfect for cold weather. All styles grades available with very low prices. Buyers urged not to get cold and to purchase goods to keep warm and snug.
An old ad from Jamestown and Canton markets promotes Home made flannels and woolen goods. It highlights woolen flannels in varied styles, woolen and marine underwear, and cotton underwear for women and children. The copy promises quality, low prices, and a wide assortment to suit buyers during cold weather.
Shear reported strong demand for woolen goods as Hoods Loggins stocked a full range. Purchases were heavy and prices were set very low to attract buyers, with a complete stock available for the season.
A local retailer promotes a broad display of cloaks plush sacques jackets and outside garments for ladies misses and children. The ad invites all women to visit the cloak parlors and compare prices claiming unmatched stock and low prices that will sell quickly.
Our carpet room contains oil cloths rugs and curtains with a leading assortment and always new patterns. Prices are stated as the lowest. If you seek carpets oil cloths rugs or curtains visit Shears to begin your search.
Will be exhibited the largest line of dry goods, carpets and cloaks ever shown in this vicinity and at prices to suit the most economical buyer.
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