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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1878
Page
2
Ohio's Geo H Pendleton praised the resumption policy in a January 29 1862 comment. He argued that no paper currency can stay at par without swift convertibility into gold and silver, warning irredeemable notes depreciate and brand them as Cain stamped currency sent to vagabonds and fugitives.
Meagre reports surface on the solar eclipse with Edison tasimeter readings showing corona heat and brightness. Lockyer notes corona ten times brighter than 1871. Watson hints at a new planet possibly Vulcan. observations deemed very successful. Agricultural outlook hints at record grain yields. Political notes cite Dill as corporation candidate and Greenback sentiment in Warren County.
The Erie county readers face a fight over the Democratic Congress nomination. The County Committee censured Watson delegates, repudiated Osmer, and backed Reed in a contention seen as unfair by Watson supporters. The piece argues delegates should reflect constituents, not county factions, and condemns a partisan Erie press ally.
The Erie county gathering collapsed into mismanagement as notices arrived late for several members. A bolting resolution was rushed through at the end without debate, not reflecting Republicans who backed Mr Reed, and it is described as empty as a bull against a comet.
The author argues that foreign alarm over our bonds prompted them to dump holdings, shifting ownership to Americans. With domestic production rising, imports of gold would fall as trade balances adjust, debunking ruinous tariff or currency tinkering and claiming the nation will recover.
A 19th century Virginia report describes a black constable publicly whipping a poor white woman stripped to the waist under a law from the Democratic Legislature. The punishment was carried out by a judge who is described as a gentleman, reflecting judicial complicity in demeaning racial coercion.
A Ledger column defends the Greenbackers stance on Gen Allen’s recruitment opposing critics. It argues converts should embrace the full coalition and notes Allen supported greenbacks despite prior Ledger denouncements. The piece warns detractors risk appearing insincere or hypocritical in the crossfire.
Rumors and racing notes spill from Cleveland and Buffalo as Rarus (the King of the turf) outduels rivals in three fast heats, clocking 2:14 2:15 and 2:14 while joking about beating 2:14 this season. A Buffalo showing produced 2:13 for the third heat amid fanfare.
Poliries warm in the oil region as Greenback-Labor operatives hasten to influence voters before election time. Col Pittsburg Leader notes the motive is to elevate certain politicians via the Borough Ring, while arguing the movement aims to bully reform while seeking power. Greenbackers push for more money, though current loans to the Government run at 4 percent.
The tur boat race at New Brunswick between Hanlon and Ross was postponed several times due to rough water. Last Wednesday the race finally took place Ross upset while Hanlon was declared the winner and champion.
The state treasurer does not show up as promised and fails to disburse money appropriated by the Legislature. Hospital work at the place is hindered due to the missing funds and accompanying delays.
The N Y Tribune notes Gen John M Palmer criticizes inflationists and hard money advocates within Illinois Democrats. He says the party is captured by paper money supporters and Copperhead remnants, defining a minority in Illinois and nationally.
In Columpus Ohio November 27 1876 President Hayes writes to John Sherman from New Orleans praising honest conduct in the Louisiana election dispute. The letter condemns fraud and intimidation and expresses support for rightful outcomes and the health and safety of all involved.
Maine Republicans renominate Gov Conner unanimously and hear speeches by Senators Blaine Hamlin Gen Woodford and Reps Hale Fry. Blaine defends greenbacks saying the issue equals historic backing and vows never to repudiate, while denouncing Democrats as hostile to labor and greenbacks. Comments attributed to Peaver Radical summarize the stance.
General Myers explains the fatal heat in St Louis noting lime rock and bricks trap heat. He cites dry air would allow perspiration to evaporate, but moist air prevents cooling and the lack of wind worsens the unhealthy atmosphere.
Reports show a higher death toll from hydrophobia in England and the United States in 1878 compared with 1877, signaling a growing public health concern and urging precautionary measures.
The article argues that economic crises were not due to currency contraction. It cites Treasury tables from 1862 to 1878 showing money in circulation and purchasing power, notes the 1873 panic followed inflation, and urges coin resumption to strengthen the currency. It also addresses fractional currency and silver coin effects.
An advertisement promises Green's August Flower cures for liver complaint and dyspepsia with many symptoms listed. It claims universal sal es across the Western Continent and offers a sample bottle for 10 cents with three doses claimed to relieve symptoms.
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