Republican plan for 1878 district convention delegates
Conferee convention adopts a 125 vote per delegate basis with one extra delegate per district over 63 percent fractional share. Delegates chosen by district voters meet in Corry on July 9 1878 at 2 PM to select congressional delegates for Erie Venango and Warren counties. Official delegate counts listed by election district and county chairmen publish totals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. F. Watson
Congress
City of
Corry
Erie
Venango
Warren
Erie County
Albion
Concord
Conneaut
East Millcreek
Edinboro
Elkcreek
Elgin
Franklin
Fairview Township
Fairview Borough
Greenfield
Greene
Girard Township
Girardborough
Harborcreek
le Boeuf
Lockport
Mill Village
McKean
Middleboro
North East Township
North East Borough
Summit
Springfield
Union Township
Union Borough
Washington
Waterford Township
Waterford
Wattsburg
Wayne
West Millcreek
Palmer Attacks Democratic Platform on Money Policy
Governor Palmer of Illinois criticizes the Democratic platform in the Springfield Register. He argues that if Democratic victory means establishing government power to issue irredeemable paper money, it would be a calamity. He insists gold and silver remain the true money and cannot be replaced by any other form.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmer
Illinois
Springfield
United States
Senator Conkling on Fraudulent Hayes and a Bishop Scandal
The ledger disputes Conkling's stance on Hayes while detailing the church scandal involving Samuel A. McCoffrey, Episcopal Bishop of Michigan since 1836, aged 74, who resigned after admitting guilt to a amanuensis, with a girl aged 22 involved, and plans to sail for Europe. Also noted: a New Jersey lottery of sorts and Western Union President W. Orton died at 52.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel A. McCoffrey
Michigan
Europe
P.S
New York City
Non. W. Orton
Western Union Telegraph Co
New York
Tax on incomes eyed by Democratic committee in Washington
The Democratic Committee of Ways and Means reports an income tax set at two percent for under five thousand dollars, three percent for five to ten thousand, and four percent above ten thousand. Returns are required annually by January 20 for those earning over two thousand, with penalties for noncompliance or false reporting. The piece notes exemptions for government pensions and criticizes the proposed tax as immoral, suggesting higher levies on luxuries instead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Committee of Ways and Means
House
Washington
Internal Revenue
United States
Fernandy
Moody and Sankey
Sheffield
Warren
Pennsylvania
Samuel Mabee
Warren County
Warren and Ridgway
M. Snapp
Stephen Andrews
Adm
Orphan’s Court
Stephen Shirlock
Spring Creek
County
State of
William Irvine
Wright
Phineas Wright
George Hamilton
Philip Yager
Thomas Cgc
Rockwell
Arthur Cullum
William Pero
Simon Wright
John Vancise
George Shirlock
Sarah Nichols
Jones Smith
General Porter War Court Finds New Hearing Granted
General Fitz John Porter, court martialed for disobedience at Second Bull Run, narrowly avoided death. President Hayes has granted a rehearing and appointed Maj. Gen. Schofield Brig. Gen. Terry Col. Getty and Major Gardner to take testimony and report. The board convenes at West Point on June 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitz John Porter
Pope
Bull Run
Hayes
Schofield
Terry
Col. Getty
Major Gardner
West Point
Spring Wheat Prospects Rise Across Western Regions
Dispatch rates western spring wheat regions at nearly fifty percent above last year with better than usual conditions and vegetation three to six weeks ahead of normal. Fifteen to twenty percent of the old crop remains on hand. Glover's Scaupes The Cincinnati Times commends the ongoing Democratic investigation citing several alleged misdeeds and a $10,000 loss, noting discoveries are accidental and likely to temper future conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glover
The
Cincinnati Times
Banning
People seek fractional currency revival after big price of rag money
The country spent about a million dollars annually for rag currency with silver content, totaling just over fifteen million overall. Most of that value, about one third of the maximum in circulation, was lost to fire or wear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phila
North American
Mrs Snitz’s Surprising Marriage Becomes Unlikely Inheritance
The Utica Herald reports Mrs Snitz of Cherry Valley was gravely ill and wished her sister to be her successor. A ceremony was held while she could witness it, making Mrs Snitz No.1 the beneficiary. she is now recovering from illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utica Herald
Wheat prospects rise in state as frosts fade
All accounts say the state's wheat crop looks better this season than last with reports from the Philadelphia Press noting improved condition statewide and no frost damage. The Recorder bill for Philadelphia becomes law, appointing Secretary Quay as Recorder for ten years, a post worth 40 000 to 50 000 dollars annually. The bankrupt law repeal bill passes the Senate and likely the House, while a new Lackawanna County is proposed after a 1500-signature Harrisburg petition. Celestial events include a sun eclipse July 29 Venus transit May 8 and a total lunar eclipse August 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Press
Philadelphia
Hartranft
Quay
Mercer County Candidates Named in Dispatch
The Mercer Dispatch reports forty six candidates for office in Mercer county signaling a crowded race. It also notes the Annual State Sunday School Convention will be held at Williamsport on June 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercer County
Mercer Dispatch
Williamsport
Dr Fenner's Blood and Liver Remedy Nerve Tonic
Purifying the blood is not enough for nerves the nervous system needs toning. Dr Fenner's Blood and Liver Remedy and Nerve Tonic enrich the system and support nerves. Use his Cough Honey for all coughs.
Free Pipe Bill advances after sharp debate and economic critique
A free pipe bill passed second reading by 136 to 16 after a vigorous debate. Mr Lindsey attacked Allegheny’s amendment to tax oil via pipelines, arguing it would unfairly burden pipe line companies and favor railroads, risking loss of oil to home refiners and challenging Standard Oil’s market power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lindsey
Long
Allegheny
Philadelphia
Bradford
Warren
New York State Line
Pittsburg
Buffalo
Rochester
New York
Standard Oil Co
Cleveland
Seaboard
Standard Company
East India Company
Charles II
England
Europe
Stewart Hotel for Women Faces Abandonment Over Controversy
New York April 14 The Stewart Hotel for women near collapse after three weeks of operation serving only forty boarders. Judge Hilton cites conflict with working women and influence of associates who discourage applicants. He notes many accepted applicants never arrive and hints the facility may be converted into a family hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Stewart
International Sunday-school Convention Opens in Atlanta
The International Sunday-school Convention met in Atlanta on April 17 with about 400 delegates from all states and Canadian provinces. Rev. George A. Paetz of New Jersey called the meeting to order as Mayor Ansier and Governor Colquitt gave welcomes, and Colquitt was named permanent president with a vice president for each state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
George A. Paetz
New Jersey
Ansier
Colquitt
John Potts
Toronto
Clinton B. Fiske
Committee On Permanent Organization
John Hall
New York
J. H. Vincent
Black sues Belknap for 5000 in impeachment proceeding
Jeremiah S. Black files suit against ex Secretary of War Belknap seeking $5,000 for professional services rendered in the impeachment case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeremiah S. Black
War Belknap
Hatch's Universal Cough Syrup Promoted for Coughs and Bronchitis
A public notice extols Hatch's Universal Cough Syrup as a cure for coughs colds croup hoarseness whooping cough asthma and bronchitis. It is warranted in every case and widely promoted with free samples. Dealers likely stock it and offer 10 cent samples along with regular sizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hatch
Public confession in Beecher Tilton scandal unfolds
A New York reader delivers Mrs. Tilton s confession letter to Ira B Wheeler. Wheeler confirms its authenticity and notes it was given to papers by Mrs Tilton herself. Beecher denies the allegations in a formal statement from Waverly New York. Theodore Tilton lanes drift in public remarks, says he had no role in publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ira B. Wheeler
Henry Ward Beecher
Euisapeth R. Tinton
Brooklyn
Wheeler
Tilton
Elisabeth
N. J
Theodore
New Court Bill Ends County County Dispute In Titusville
The New Court Bill passed both legislative houses and ends the New County question in Titusville. It promises no added county cost and saves litigation expenses for citizens and the business community, amid support and some local opposition. Dr J G Holland advised to decline lectures for the season due to health. Total lecture receipts reach 120000 dollars. National banks in the Northwest issue gold circulation. St Augustine prisoners are freed and proceed west under chiefs Lone Wolf White Horse Black Horse and Eagle Head. R V Pierce backs pipeline bill in New York Senate. Greece accepts US invitation to monetary conference following Switzerland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Titusville
Dr. Roberts
J. G. Holland
Northwest
St. Augustine
Fla
Lone Wolf
White Horse
Black Horse
Eagle Head
R.V. Pierce
New York Senate
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Warren Mail
J1. K. Siggins
Conewango Township
Venango County
Cranberry
Canal
Clinton
Clintonville
Cooperstown
Emlenton
French Creek
Irwin
Jackson
Mineral
Oakland
Oil Creek
Oil City
Columbus
Youngsville
Tidioute
Brokenstraw
Conewango
Aes
Cherry Grove
Deerfield
Elk Eldred
Freehold
Farmington
Glade
Kinzua
Mead
Ass Pleasant
Pine Grove
Pittsfield
Sugar Grove
South West
Triumph
Metcalf
Erie County Committee
George S. Criswell
Robert Dennison
Warren County Committee
Mart
Senator Conkling
Ledger
Philadelphia Times
Poe
State Senate
Wan Larraper
Gen. Porter
U.S. Senate
Lackawanna
Harrisburg
Venus
Stewart Hotel
Mrs. Tilton
MR. Wheeler
Henry Warp Bescuer
Greece
Switzerland
Penn A
William E. Boynton
Clarion
District Court
Léat
Jas. O. Parmlee
Pecehey
James A. Rider
W.W. Wilson
Russeliburg, Pa
Stephen Sherlock
Warren Co
McDowell & Orr
Beatty Block
Warren, Pa
Orphan’s Court of
Williams Hotel
A. A. Davis & Co
AVE
Borders
School & Blank Books
A.A. Davis & CO
Seinks
Ceseapower
D.S. McNeettt
T. W. McNeett
Third Street
R. Miles
Citizens Savings Bank
M. Waters
P. Johnson
F. Henry
H. A. Jamieson
R. Dennison
Aa Rk, Clark
A. Hertzel
George N. Parmlee
G. W. Scofield
Hickory Street
ppotBe Union School
Arrena
WM. C. Rowland
Grochries
S. Burgess
Holesale
Lizabeth Roe
Eli Jones
James Roe
Court of Common Pleas
Henry Brace
A. Weiss
Carver House
Albert Wise
Hilip Buseker
Second St
Variety Hall
Mr. Syseker
Guy C. Irvine
P. Byseker
A. W. Morck & Co
Morck
A.W. Morck & CO
Corner Water
Hickory Streets
WM. Kitchen
C. Smith
Roger S. Keller
Kitten
Alonzo Cloyes
Benjamin Ellis
Chandler’s Valley
WM. A. Greaves
Atrait
Eppal Church
L Warren, Pa
A. D
J.C
D. Mead
Mead and Palmer
D. L. Lewis
Bolard & Bolard
R E Scott
Brown & Struthers Iron Works
C. McDaniels
N. F. Camp
A. J. Marsh
RE. Chapman
Chas. Clark
Lazerus Moyer
Mead & Wheelock
H. J. Miller
Assignee
Geo, Pond & Co
Patrick Falconer
George Bush
W. O. Rich
J. W. Piercell
Geo, Hulburt
W. P. Shaw
James Martin
Turner & Garcelon
John Truby
John Gezelbrecht
Michael Garvey
Peter & Ellen Garvey
Brown & McKelvy
R. Thompson
Richard Kirkpatrick
Lewis Vansickle
J.O
C. G. Rollins
Wm. L. Marshis
Solomon Butts
Edward Reynolds
Philip Homer
Adam Schafer
Miles & Hamilton
Hartwell & MoeNaughton
Wm. Root
Jeremiah Pitts
Struthers
Iron Works
Warren, A
Struthers, Wells & CO
True & Co
Augusta
Maine
F. H. Wyman
Orris Hall
Carver
N. B. Fine Watch Works
First National Bank
PFPA
Boonmead
M. Beecher
Cashier
U.S
Ireland
Scotland
National Line
Liverpool
Queenstown
Antwerp
Hamburg
Bremen
Havre
Paris
Gothenburg
Christinia
Copenhagen
P.& E. Railroad
Conewango Creek
Old Exchange
Housee
Wendelboe
Jaaa
J. K. Ronne
Allen
A. Ruhlman
Kuhlman’s
Warren Savings Bank
Warren, Counry
Savings'Bank
A. J. Hazeltin
B. Nesmith
E. Cashier
O. H. Hunter
A. J. Hazeltine
E.G. Wood
M. B. Dunham B. Nesmith
Jas.Clark, Jr
Albert Kirberger
Johnson’s
Ee. Orat Johnson, White & Co’s
Amytm
Robert Johnson
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