31 Oct 1884
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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1884
Page
1
Readers discuss local politics and social curiosities in a rambling column. Mentions gas, oil prospects, secret societies, church morals, and a local political club dispute involving Mackey, Christie, and the Cleveland Hendricks Scott ticket.
A Warren Mirror excerpt discusses a Democratic party meeting over a Tammany backed ticket. It notes a split over W L Scott and W Mackey for Congress, with muttered accusations and a resignation as Christie assumes leadership. It claims the article’s inaccuracies include the president not proposing a bolt.
An employer backed reply defends the Herald's treatment of workers and refutes Paragraph's allegations against Thomas W. Scott and Mr. Mackey. It asserts no political coercion, notes fair wages, and stresses Erie workers enjoy liberty of political choice while endorsing Ayer's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier.
The popular actors Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Florence present The Mighty Cellar tomorrow evening at Library Hall. Audience expectations run high as the manager anticipates a full house. Florence’s recent appearance at Haverly’s featured The Mighty Dollar, drawing praise for his vivid portrayal and natural interpretation. The strong company promises a flawless performance with notable make up, voice, and stage craft.
A Greensburg Tribune excerpt in the Warren Mail discusses a Local Option law passed March 7 1872 granting a public vote on temperance for three years, then a new vote to repeal or sustain. Gov Hartrauft signed the bill amid GOP support, followed by repeal by a Republican governor. The piece questions the party’s real role for temperance.
Scientists note recurring pink or crimson sunsets this autumn perplexing researchers. Past eruptions such as Nrakatos dust and distant volcanic activity are considered but not confirmed as the cause. Observers report a delicate rosy color about half an hour after sunset in western skies, drawing attention in Europe and the United States.
In bad weather a large Democratic rally gathered Saturday evening at Enterprise with C. H. Noyes of Warren delivering an influential address. Many in attendance had been Republicans but pledged to vote for Cleveland, hoping to set aside party prejudice for the best candidate. Indications point to a solid Democratic majority in the township, previously Republican. Ex-Rero Brican. Exterveriss, Oct. 27, 1884.
A Compliment Dr John Sager of Warren and Mr Charles Lott of North Warren county Pennsylvania visited Ontario to purchase high quality stock. They bought two rams seven ewes and several pigs from Thomas Wilkinson of Renton Station and praised his Southdowns saying no Canadian farm matched them. Bescher quote included.
The Pittsburgh Post reports in New York City and state the closing week of the campaign will bring distress for Republicans. It notes funds shortfalls, Blaine disruption, Conkling’s organizing, and independent leaders’ strength. It highlights Cleveland’s rising odds, high registration, and business support for the Democratic side. It mentions Butler’s collapse and a rising Prohibition vote, with St John optimistic about 76,000 votes and two thirds of city business backing Cleveland.
The Rev Henry Ward Beecher responds to Joy Azam by accusing him of fabricating statements about Blaine offered a bribe to influence support. The letter questions Azam's memory and integrity, recalling a Plymouth conference and Detroit lawyer connections while urging denial of the alleged remarks.
Disastrous storms lash the coast of Lower California with ship losses. The steamer Newborn reported reaching safety after the first storm on Sept 30, while the Estado Maziland failed to return and is believed lost with 37 aboard. A second cyclone on Oct 15 caused further wreckage. only two survivors from a small crew are known, and a boy endured sixteen hours in the sea.
A National Temperance Society member warned Democratic HQ that Republicans plan a late nation wide telegram claiming St John has withdrawn and urges voting for Blaine. Barnum vows to guard voters against the deception as Blaine backs labor promises falter amid unemployment.
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