Compromise on repeal bill faces uncertain fate in Senate
Washington observers report the compromise failed to win administration approval and senators debate adjournment or cloture. Silver Democrats concede they sacrificed convictions to seek harmony, while rumors of unconditional surrender surface. Harris signals dropping the fight, with votes on amendments likely before week’s end and a pause planned until the tariff bill near November 20.
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Cloturn
Washington
Harris
Senate
Sherman
Finance Committee
House
Murder in Forest County Lumber Town After Drunken Row
A drunken quarrel among Polack and German lumbermen in Brookenstan Forest County ends with Charles Reamer stabbed and dying days later. Joseph Olinski is jailed in Tionesta, others held as witnesses after a party at Olinski’s home. The incident occurred October 15 and Olinski was arrested October 21.
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Brookenstan
Forest County
Tionesta
Joseph Olinski
Charles Reamer
Garman
Derreck
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Cure for Catarrh
Catarrh in the head is portrayed as a blood disease and Hood's Sarsaparilla is promoted as the best blood purifier that can cure severe cases. The ad warns that catarrh can lead to consumption and urges taking Hood's Sarsaparilla before it is too late.
Lane's Medicine Promotes Daily Bowel Movements
A health claim states Lane's Medicine moves the bowels daily and is presented as necessary for health. The note emphasizes routine use and daily effect, without medical guidance or endorsements.
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Lane
Robbers Visit Columbus Household Demanding Money
The Corry Flyer reports four masked men raided two elderly sisters, Andersons, one mile south of Columbus. They demanded cash, found about $5, then ransacked the home while swearing. The sisters fear for their safety. residents urge Warren County authorities to act and offer a $1,000 reward for the arrest and conviction of the outlaws.
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Corry
Anderson
Columbus
Old Carroll
Warren County
To Be Recoined Souvenir Half Dollars Return to Circulation
The World's fair souvenir half dollars will be recoined into standard half dollars. About 1.5 million dollars worth remain, totaling roughly 3 million pieces. Most are in Washington 1.4 million, Chicago 960 thousand, and Philadelphia 141,700. The $2.5 million appropriation yields about $3.5 million for the fair, with 2 million coins sold at a dollar and 3 million returned at face value. a portion may be withheld to test demand as scarcity looms.
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Treasury
Washington
Chicago
Philadelphia
Foster's Weather Forecasts From St Joseph October Weather Waves
Foster's forecasts predict storm waves crossing the continent from Oct 19 to 92 with Pacific coast arrival around Oct 28 and again through November. Warm and cool waves affect western mountains central valleys and eastern states with temperatures above normal and rainfall slightly above average. From Titusville Herald a burglar entered Frank Hooker's Dotyville home, stole trousers from bed, rifled pockets containing about forty dollars, then fled unseen.
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W. J. Foster
St. Josefu
Pacific Coast
Great Central
Titusville
Frank Hooker
C.h.ames
Dotyville
Hooker
Marriage Licenses In Question In Pennsylvania Law
The Pennsylvania legislature amended the marriage license law delaying its effect to October 1, 1899. The change allows licenses from either county or the county of residence of either party. Some fear a typographical error may show 1895 as the date, risking a period with no valid marriage law until corrected. Senator McCreary cited possible publication errors and urged swift correction to avoid trouble, per the Harrisburg Herald.
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Pennsylvania
Orphan’s Court
Secretary of the Commonwealth
Harrisburg
the Commonwealth
Tilden
House of Representatives
Two Valuable Friends in One Ad For Pain Relief
A physician cannot be always had. Rheumatism neuralgia sprains bruises and burns occur often and sometimes when least expected. Keep handy the friend of many households and the destroyer of all pain Rea Flag Oil 25 cents. Many precious lives could be saved by good night’s rest with Pan Tina 25 cents for coughs colds and consumption. Bottles sold by F W. & BR D. Kahle 9-6m.
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F W
BR D. Kahle
Sunken Near Cleveland Mystery Vessel Sinks in Lake Erie
A large vessel, likely a steamer, has vanished to the bottom of Lake Erie near Cleveland. Captain Joseph Single of the fishing tug R. T. Roy reported the sighting, noting exposed spars and the craft lying in thirteen fathoms. The find prompts speculation on identity and fate. The same issue reports an accident injuring Myron Waters, details a ticket rate cut to the World's Fair by the Erie Lines, and advises consulting Erie agents.
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Single
Captain Single
Be Your Own Doctor Postcard Offer From 19th Century Ad
An advertisement promises a health booklet by Dr. Kaufmann available for three two-cent stamps, claiming home cures for disease. It notes Hood's Pills as a non-purging remedy and urges prompt action from readers in Boston Mass.
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Dr. Kaufmann
A. F. Ordway & Co
Boston
Mass
Our Man About Town on University Extension and Public Life
A nostalgic column from Warren blends praise for the University Extension movement with local gossip. It muses on public figures, gender roles, and civic affairs, praising education while lampooning political vaudeville and social foibles. It notes C F L Kinnear’s pardon case and touches on national topics like a bankruptcy bill and local transportation safety.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promotion Ad In Toledo
One hundred dollars reward offered for an incurable catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co, Toledo proprietors. Testimonials from local wholesalers West & Tavax Wapinc Kinsax Marvin affirm Cheney's honesty and ability. Cure taken internally, acts on blood and mucous surfaces. Price 75c per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Testimonials free.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Props
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
West & Tavax
O. Wapinc
Kinsax & Marvin
Costiveness blamed for bad breath cure offered at 23c
Dr Henry Baxters Mandrake Bitters claimed to remove the cause of bad breath and prevent it at a cost of 23 cents. The item ads also mention a new Warren industry spinner's patent mantle and fire place heater works illustrating local business growth.
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Henry Baxter
Warren—Spinner
Pat, Mantle and Fire
Ratification Meeting Draws Thousands in New York
Democrats packed the Academy of Music in Brocxity as they cheered Senator David Bennett Hill and endorsed resolutions backing Cleveland’s administration. The crowd, estimated in the thousands, filled the streets with many left outside awaiting the next gathering. The resolutions called for repeal of the Sherman silver purchase clause and praised the New York senior senator and the state party platform.
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Brocxity
N. Y
Academy of Music
Montague Street
Bose
David Bennett Hill
Gzome
Cleveland
National Democratic
New York
The County Fair at Library Hall Nov 1 Horse Race Dramatized
The County Fair returns with quaint characters and a Cape Cod wagon prop. A horse race scene unfolds as Cold Molasses with trainer Tim wins amid cheering crowds. Abigail Prue Otis Tucker Tim and Tagga appear with a Jersey calf in a period tableau.
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Library Hall
Tim
Abigail Prue
Old Maid
Otis Tucker
Tagga
Silas Hammerhead
Cape Cod
New England
R. W. Gilder
Charles Jefferson
Abigail
Railroad collision near Battle Creek tolls many lives
Two Grand Trunk Express trains collided near Battle Creek Michigan last Friday causing a terrible loss of life. Fire swept through the wreckage leaving most bodies unrecognizable as 35 people were killed and many more seriously injured in the disaster.
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Grand Trunk
Battle Creek
Mich
What Am I To Do Rheumatism Ad With Red Flag Oil
The oft expression of the weary sufferer with rheumatism neuralgia and other painful diseases is answered by Red Flag Oil. It is claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia sprains and bruises. Price 25 cents at F O U and BR Kahles' drug store.
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F. OU. & BR. D. Kahles
Spavin Liniment and Elixir Advertisements in Warren Pa
A 19th century notice promotes English Spavin Liniment claiming it removes lumps and blemishes in horses with savings offered. It also touts Down's Elixir tied to New England health history as a cure for coughs and colds. The Spinner Mantle Gas Fireplace heater is advertised as the cleanest and safest, highlighting economy and design.
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H. N. Ritchfield
Bruggist
Warren
New England
Fett
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D. B. McCreary
Hrie Herald
Myron Waters
Warren Road
Mr. Waters
Sheriff Roy
Messe
Bria
Bhava
Erie
F. H. Garfield
Jamestown
N.Y
Man
Daily Affairs
C. F. L. Kinnear
Senator Allen
Pardon Board
Pittsburg
Congressman Stone
Peffer
Comodore Vanderhilt
Maynard
Cameron
Vanderbilt
Metropolitan Press
Jesson
Miss McGee
Darnissure
Board of Pardons
O. 0. Allen
Pattison
Culberson, Stone
Beamer
Sibley
Ratifi
Cation Meeting
Democrats
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