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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1873
Page
2
The Republicans authorize the announcement of Dr J H Douglass of Tidioute as a candidate for Assembly in Warren County subject to nomination by the Republican County Convention.
The New York World urges a united free trade stance within the Democratic Party, denouncing protectionists and inviting all who back free trade to join. It discusses Andrew Blaine’s potential presidential bid, Pennsylvania protectionists’ opposition, and the influence of the Patrons of Husbandry on party dynamics. The piece frames free traders as the core bloc and warns against protectionist conservatism amid tariff debates.
Detectives traced a Bank of England forgery to a trunk sent from Turnbridge Wells to Major George Matthews in New York. The trunk, opened on court order, held wearing apparel two gold watches and five‑twenty and ten‑forty bonds matching the forged Bank records. $270,000 recovered with about $30,000 still missing while Mrs. Matthews and others are implicated in the fraud. The report also notes recent railroad disaster aftermath and political chatter on salaries and Butler’s Massachusetts candidacy.
Reports contrast the Canby murder and Modoc lava bed fighting with later tactics as troops pursue fugitives. Historic recall recounts Captain Wright’s 1852 raids, the bloodshed at Tule Lake, and the brutal outcomes that shaped future hostility. A Baltimore railroad tunnel project details follow.
The Pittsburgh Telegraph questions if Oakes Ames lied on the stand in the Credit Mobilier investigation. It notes his testimony suggested he concealed stock papers and implicated Judge Kelley, while others discuss federal framing and the broader issues of the era.
The narrative describes Captain Anderson at Col. Mason's camp during the attack on Peace Commissioners. Lieutenants Sherwood and Doyle were lured out by a white flag and shot by four Indians. General Canby and others were targeted. Canby was killed while Major Meacham suffered multiple wounds and captivity. Meacham notes a possible wound to Sconchin and a scalp wound.
The bill redraws districts by county and ward groups. First district covers parts of Philadelphia wards. second includes wards and part of the 17th ward. sixth to Chester and Delaware counties. seventh to Montgomery and Bucks portions. Berks Lancaster Northampton Lehigh and other counties mapped to later districts. Districts three through twenty-seven list remaining county groupings and city boroughs to complete the apportionment.
Despatch reports the week long Burlington and Missouri River line stopped by a severe storm. Many froze while seeking stock for feed. Keeler and family perish near Graf ton. Marshall of Hastings dies trying to reach stock. Bent family frozen near Red Cloud. Homes uninhabitable. cattle and horse losses high. snow gullies block railways. plows useless.
A railroad bridge on the Shore Line crossing the Pawtucket river failed during a spring freshet after a train crossed at 2:30 am. Dozens of bodies recovered, injuries estimated at forty to fifty. The Pittsburgh Telegraph criticizes the road managers for lacking a watchman and urges constant inspections of every mile of track.
The text lists unique records among U S leaders such as Martin Van Buren holding multiple top roles, Thomas H Benton with 30 consecutive Senate years, Henry and Augustus Dodge as father and son in the Senate, James Shields representing two states, and John Quincy Adams serving in government from Washington to Polk before dying in the House. It notes the Modoc band totaling sixty seven individuals.
The piece argues against Harrisburg driven county divisions in Pennsylvania. It warns new counties often follow real estate speculation and rival towns, stressing the need for constitutional checks. It notes the convention’s unanimous support shows understanding of the issue and desire to let interested citizens decide.
The Jubilee Singers, a group of colored minstrels from Fisk University Tennessee, raised $20,000 for new buildings and plan a $40,000 tour. A Hampden Virginia group is starting similarly at a local high school for colored people. They have performed in New York City to wide applause. Their music, rooted in a distinctive style, moves audiences though not high art. The Jubilee Singers published a book detailing Fisk University’s rise and the troupe’s travels and successes.
The President does not sign payrolls. salary handled by First National Bank via power of attorney. The monthly Treasury issue sets President at 4166 66 dollars and Vice-President at 833 33 dollars. Members of the Cabinet paid by their department rolls. Washington Star.
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