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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1901
Page
4
The note thanks Senator Penrose for sending a copy of the revenue reduction law and jokes about the House. It also mentions L. C. Baker's appointment as one of nine to attend the funeral of P. R. Cotter of McKean County in Eldred, Pa.
Mr. Bryan faces two formidable rivals in the 1904 Democratic convention. Tom L. Johnson, newly elected mayor of Cleveland, leads his ticket to defeat elsewhere, while Carter Harrison, elected mayor of Chicago last week for the third time, also enters the contest.
The legislature passed an act permitting farmers to kill rabbits on their premises in all seasons. The killings must be for the farmer’s own protection and not for sale. The act notes rabbits have multiplied into a nuisance for farmers, gardeners, and fruit raisers.
McKinley will not reappoint postmasters as their terms end but they will remain in office as holdovers until December when nominations go to the Senate for confirmation. The measure avoids an extra bond requirement under the law. Postmaster Waters of Warren is named as a holdover under this ruling.
The Supreme Court of this State ruled the vaccination law constitutional, granting school boards power to exclude students who refuse or neglect vaccination. The decision ends dispute and mandates enforcement of the act of June 18 1895.
The Post Office Department warns that con men are visiting farm houses offering a specific mailbox and claiming service will stop without it. Carriers will advise which boxes are proper for each route. Farmers should beware of these schemes and rely on official guidance.
A Montana man reportedly owns about one hundred thousand elks teeth, valued at two dollars each. The craze has led to thefts at the National Museum in Washington as visitors target the collection, reflecting a broader decline of the American elk due to hunting greed.
The article notes cheap horses due to trolley cars and electricity, yet quality buys high prices. It cites Uncle Sam’s buyers failing to secure cavalry horses at 145 dollars and higher selling prices. England and Russia have bought many of our good horses, signaling a revival in horse breeding driven by enduring demand.
The Kane Republican reports Senator Cumings opposing river bed patent bills and supporting a farmer favored hare and rabbit control. It notes the Senate passed the forestry preservation act with tax rebates and Gov Stone’s signing of a burial bill for veterans who die in indigent care. Treasury funds show strong March balance, and the governor action spree approved multiple acts. The piece highlights new maces for both chambers, a roadside tree planting bill, and a $12 monthly pension for Philip L. Brasington from Homestead service.
The Inquirer outlines several aspirants including Rep. Frank G. Harris of Clearfield and Capt. H. H. Cumings of Warren County who is praised for his war record Senate service and business skill but not canvassing. Northwest backs Cumings if he agues to run, while Col. Clement of Northumberland has mounting support as an aggressive Republican speaker.
The Harrisburg Telegraph notes Pennsylvania has contributed many national leaders, counting two Presidents before the Constitution, one after, and one Vice President. It lists three Secretaries of State, seven Secretaries of the Treasury, six Secretaries of War, two Secretaries of the Navy, one Interior Secretary, four Postmasters General, three Attorneys General, three Presidents pro tempore, four Speakers of the House, five Associate Justices, and one Chief Justice of the Court of Claims. With the new Attorney General, Pennsylvania will have two cabinet members.
News item notes Jerome B. Fisher will establish an Elks lodge in Honolulu Hawaii. The piece also references Spanish word Aguinaldo meaning Christmas box per Franklin authorities and quotes various editorials on taxes holidays and industry. It then mentions Pittsburg fire prompting a larger exposition building next fall and a Broadway auto tow sight gag.
A sale at the J. P. Conroe farm near Dunn's Eddy in Brokenstraw Township is set for next Saturday April 16 at 10 am. Margaret Snow offers stock, farm tools, and household furniture on easy terms.
Governor Stone appoints Dr. N C Schaffer of Lancaster for a third term as State Superintendent of Schools. He is described as efficient faithful and popular fulfilling the necessary qualifications for the post.
Days lengthen by two hours since the December minimum and will continue to grow rapidly until June 21 when daylight reaches its yearly maximum.
The advertisement touts Dr. Kilmer and Co. Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and urinary troubles including Bright's Disease. It claims rapid relief, urges purchase in fifty cent and dollar sizes, and offers a free sample bottle and a book by mail from Binghamton, New York.
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