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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1898
Page
3
In Warren, the Presbyterians topped the Lutherans 18 to 16 last Friday, while on Tuesday the Episcopalians were crushed by the Methodists 29 to 2. The Episcopalians plan to strengthen before facing the Lutherans again Friday.
Porto Rico news reports the capture of Ponce by Gen. Miles and volunteers, with the 16th Pennsylvania Volunteers aiding under Gen. Wilson, and a march toward San Juan. Senatorial talks in Warren favor Capt. Cumings, plus school openings, staff changes, and a local store lineup of bargains at Smart Silberberg & Metzger.
Homes and people on parade of reports from Warren and surrounding towns. Capt Alexander returns from Colorado, Mayors and bank openings, church events, reunions, family notices, and Chautauqua attendance. July weather and berries. local travel plans to Thousand Islands. Findley Lake naming decision. and a fatal accident case near Erie.
Russell Resord notes the Union church nears completion as an ornament to the locality. Youngsville reports the burial of Mrs. Fannie Mandaville in Garland with Hazard family attendance. John Howley and W B Alexander arrive to adjust furniture factory insurance, with rebuilding planned.
A dense list of events from August 6 to 10 includes morning services sermons lectures and grand concerts led by figures such as Eleonore Meredith Edythe Miller and Leon H. Vincent. Denominational and social topics anchor lectures on Trollope Reade Kipling and Tolstoy with a focus on music development in the church and fielded by C. L. S. C. and related groups.
Fresh county correspondence reports visits by Miss Ada Dunham and Miss Frances Edsall among others in Bradford and Youngstown. Fraternal and church events note St Saviours services next weekend and a Chautauqua trip by W D Kinnear. Franklin hotel construction announced while East Branch and Eastman picnic plans unfold with dates in August.
Fehman Bros promotes cuina and decorated ware at very low prices with their line of ladies hosiery described as the best in town.
The Charleston News and Courier notes the 16th’s departure for Porto Rico with 1,200 men seen in good health and spirits. Citizens and ladies enjoy the soldiers as the crowd remains orderly and cheerful despite their freedom to roam the city.
In Philadelphia sitting, the Superior Court affirmed a decree in Poor district of McKean county versus Commissioners of the Rouse Estate in Warren County. The Gieselbrecht case from Warren County was also affirmed, marking a favorable session for Warren County's Commissioners.
Advertisement claims deafness stems from Eustachian tube inflammation and cannot be cured by local applications. It asserts a constitutional remedy via Hall's Catarrh Cure and offers one hundred dollars for cases caused by catarrh that are not cured, urging readers to request circulars from Hall and Company in Toledo, Ohio.
The family of Melvin M. Thomas expresses heartfelt gratitude to friends and actors for kindnesses and sympathy after his death. Signed by R. Rupdina and M. W. Thomas from No. Clarendon, Pa. August 1, 1898.
The Smith Business College in Warren Pennsylvania announces opening on September 5 with enhanced capacity to provide quality instruction. The college adds two new instructors to its faculty and invites readers to request the new course catalogue.
Advertisement notes orders for wedding invitations calling cards and all kinds of engraved and lithographed work accepted at the MAIL office.
Local tailor Jacob Keller, famed for precision cutting and fashionable styles, guarantees a perfect fit and satisfaction. Report notes his reputation for quality service and loyal clientele who have no regrets from choosing Jake for their wardrobes.
Short, unclear notice requests applications for an eight room arrangement and painting services near Warren. Mentions W. taavi a and local suppliers like Mutaky Belts and Morck. 阅读able readable fragment hints at residence update and job inquiry.
The Pennsylvania Gas Company informs all customers in Warren and Clarendon areas that from September 1, 1898 rates rise to 24 cents per 1000 cubic feet for domestic use. A 2 cent per 1000 cubic feet discount applies to bills paid on or before the tenth day after delivery. C N Payne, President, signs the notice on behalf of the board.
Personally-conducted Pennsylvania Railroad East to West tour departs New York Sept 1. Eight days in Yellowstone with a two day Omaha Trans Miss Exposition stop, via special Pullman cars. Round trip $235 from New York area, $230 from Pittsburgh. full itineraries at 1196 Broadway New York or Broad Street Station Philadelphia.
Prospective teachers are invited to attend the State Normal School at Edinboro founded in 1861. It reports 1200 alumni, a library of 8000 volumes, and a high quality commerce and music department. Fall term runs fourteen weeks beginning September 12 with 460 attendees last year. Address J. R. Flickinger, Principal.
Summer excursion rates from Warren run June 12 to September 15 with season tickets valid for return until October 15. Prices include Jamestown and return 1.15, Chautauqua lake and return 1.50, Lily Dale and return 1.70, Niagara Falls and return 5.15. One day tickets sold Wednesdays and Saturdays: Jamestown and return 0.75, Chautauqua lake return 0.90. Saturdays and Sundays sales allow Lily Dale and return 1. Gro. H. Daniels G P
Relief in six hours from distressing kidney and bladder diseases by a new remedy called the New Great South American Kidney Cure. It claims prompt relief of bladder and kidney pain, back pain, and urinary retention for both men and women. Sold by Hertzel & Saner, Warren, Pa.
A special train departs Philadelphia August 16 for a cross region tour visiting Watkins Glen Niagara Falls Thousand Islands Quebec Montreal Au Sable Chasm Lake Champlain Lake George Saratoga and the Highlands of the Hudson. The $100 rate from New York Newark Trenton Philadelphia Harrisburg Baltimore Washington covers rail and boat fare meals hotel entertainment transfers and all expenses with an experienced chaperon for unescorted ladies.
Pennsylvania Railroad will sell excursion tickets from all points on its line to Indianapolis at single fare for the round trip during August 7 and 8. Tickets valid to return until August 15 with proper execution before leaving the terminal at Indianapolis. Bicycles carried free with special arrangements for clubs traveling as a group.
An ad-like fragment promotes affordable bicycles and accessories, offering high grade models and tandems. It mentions a headquarters for sundries and coins and suggests the gray one may be part of the merchandise.
Notices record several marriages: Baynes Kracer in Sheffield August 3 1898 at the bride’s home. Kidder Robinson in Frewsburg April 6 1896. Smith Stoddard in Frewsburg July 30 1898. Clap McKalip in Tidioute July 27 1898 at the bride’s sister’s home.
In Warren, Minnie R. Reeger wife of Wm. E. L. Reeger died Tuesday evening at 29. Funeral today at 2 PM from Spaulding home. Mrs Mary L. Lessler died Monday at 85. Theodore Winblade died Sunday at about 35. Birth: a son to Mr. and Mrs. John Hartman on August 2, 1898.
Transfers include Ella A. Phillips to Flora Burch Pine Grove 500. Warren H L & T Co to Edward Linsner Pleasant 400. Same to Mary H Leonhart Warren 1464.90 plus to Katherine Grobe 1500. East Warren Real Estate Co to Ella A. Rose Glade 300. Louisa Dalrymple to Gertrude A. Dalrymple Warren 1. T S Baker to Joseph Horner M E Church Freehold 60. Hilda Johnson to Millie Bates Sheffield 300. David Grindley estate to Mary Ann Dailey Warren. Wm Raynor estate to Hiram Phillips Farmington. East Warren Real Estate Co to D L Gerould Glade 450. Warren H L & T Co to Lydia A Sanford Warren 1200. Nicholas Bickenbach to Tussell Youngsville 1. Drew Levick Co to Keystone Glue Mfg Co Glade 1. Lydia D Marsh to Neil Patterson Pine Grove 25. Rhoda A Adams to John Spears Pine Grove 300.
On Thursday August 11 the D A V P R R runs a popular excursion to Niagara Falls and Toronto. Round trip fare $2 to Buffalo and Niagara Falls with return through August 12 and Toronto tickets valid to August 13. Special first class Lake Shore coaches depart Warren at 8 20 am. Route via celebRA gorge branch to Lewiston and Niagara Navigation Co palace steamers across Lake Ontario. Inquire at D A V P R ticket agents.
Erie railroad offers a summer pleasure excursion to Greater New York and nearby resort starting from Jamestown on regular trains, Thursday August 11. Round trip price is 10 dollars with return by August 21. For Pullman accommodations and details contact Erie R R Jamestown or D P A Garfield Jamestown NY.
W. C. Rowland & Sons advertise the largest and most complete wallpaper stock in Warren with new designs constantly added. Customers are urged to inspect the Exchange Block showroom before buying.
Erie Railroad announces round trip fares for Saratoga and Indianapolis excursions with sale dates in August. Prices include one fare round trip and a rate of one cent per mile for Knights of Pythias encampment travel. Tickets available via local Erie ticket agents or F. H. Garfield, D P A, Jamestown office.
It does not pay to buy inferior cloth ing. Jacob Keller, an artistic tailor, will not cheapen garments and maintains standards for a good suit at a fair price. His clothes use fabrics of tested worth and are cut in latest styles.
The mall office offers wedding invitations calling cards and programs described as neat and elegant work at low prices.
E. W. Sealy, manager, advertises carpet cleaning and laying, curtain cleaning, feather renovation with satisfaction guarantee. Works at rear of Mansion House. orders to be left there. Also mentions trimmed hats in latest styles and anthra WuIVvEID.
The Pennsylvania Railroad announces an excursion to the sea shore on Thursday August 4 offering two travel options for Atlantic City passengers via Market Street Wharf in Philadelphia or the Delaware River Bridge route without changes. All goods advertised are new and priced as required by law.
An advertisement touts a master tonic claiming permanent cure for stomach weakness and indigestion. It promises immediate relief and universal efficacy, with assurances of safety and pleasant use. Also promotes Hertzel Saner goods and FEHLMAN flour and dinnerware sales with bold claims and prices.
The document lists assets including overdrafts, U S bonds, premiums, stocks, notes from other banks, and reserves. Liabilities show deposits, due to other banks, demand certificates, and certified checks with specific monetary totals.
If you belong to a secret society you may obtain an embossed emblem address card by visiting the Mat office and selecting your design.
An ad promotes an anti diuretic by Dr E E Detoe that cures both children and adults. It claims immediate stop to incontinence of water and notes a price of one dollar. The firm Hertzel Saner druggists in Warren Pa offers a large assortment of lamps.
Notice reads a trade offer from Jamestown New York offering a new $2,500 home for a property in Warren Pennsylvania. It provides an address box and mentions a printer’s ad line about hosiery and resale. The text is fragmentary with multiple garbled phrases.
Local ad notes 77 cures for hay fever offered by a New York firm. Mentions Rose Cold remedies, various drug stores and Humphreys' Medicine, with China and decorated ware advertised at very low prices. FEHLMAN Bros.
An archaeologist argues the oldest evidence of civilization lies in the mirror. Reports claim the Japanese and Koreans forged mirrors over 2,500 years ago, Chinese records show over 4,000 years of brass copper or silver mirrors, De Morgan unearthed a 5,000 year old second dynasty mirror, and Akkad Nipur findings suggest early peoples admired themselves in glasses or burnished metals long before Christ. Pressure of Water notes deep ocean spots five miles down yield immense pressure, about 13 200 pounds per square inch, affecting any bottom objects.
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