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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1900
Page
3
Slaters finish roof work on the Emergency Hospital while plasterers work inside. W S Richardson continues photography and picture framing at W A Greaves studio after purchasing moulding and materials at the administrator sale. He offers prompt service at low rates and invites amateur work.
The body of H. C. Grubb of Tidioute, recently at Rouse Hospital, was recovered Friday afternoon in the Allegheny River opposite Irvineton. An inquest by Coroner Peirce found he started for Tidioute by boat, likely fell overboard, possibly struck his head on a stone, with heart trouble noted. He leaves a wife and two children. burial occurred at Tionesta last Saturday.
Base Ball at Recreation Park tomorrow features Tidioute boys vs Y M C A nine at 3 30 pm. Y M C A players won last Friday 12 to 3 against Youngsville and Sugar Grove. Kane edged Tidioute 6 to 4 in a strong contest with outside talent. money changed hands.
The old Caster house on Creek Street above Third, owned by George Vollmer, burned last Friday morning with L. Goodard and family nearly all saved. Nearby Eugene Waid's house saved by firefighters but damaged. Vollmer’s had no insurance. Alfred Samuelson’s large Yankeebush farm house burned last Thursday afternoon with most contents lost. partial insurance.
The Warren High School will open September 3 with greatly increased facilities and an extended science department funded by donations totaling over 15000 dollars. The superintendent W. L. MacGowan invites inquiries on terms and urges parents to consider this school for superior western Pennsylvania schooling.
About fifty members of the Warren Centennial Association gathered for a pleasant picnic and reunion on Saturday at the Hazeltine farm in Pleasant Township. The event featured an old block-house, a new lookout platform in two large pines with a fine view, and elegant refreshments. The antique ladies and Jackson's tavern guests added lively costumes and interest, while Hazelhurst residents enjoyed a celebrated setting envied by nature lovers.
The Warren County Historical Society held a centennial workers meeting at the Hazeltine farm. Officers elected: President C W Stone, Vice President L D Wetmore, Secretary D Crandall, Treasurer A J Hazeltine. A relics committee was formed led by Mrs C W Stone with members M Waters, M B Dunham, W L MacGowan and J P Jefferson. The constitution and by laws committee was granted more time.
Last Monday night the borough council discussed retaining street lights and improving Struthers flat fire protection. The light committee may sell twenty lamp posts to Youngsville. Carver street fence issue noted. Pennsylvanian avenue paving lacked enough signers. Market street paving delayed. Resignations from the Board of Health were accepted and replacements named. County road and bridge funds were acknowledged with thanks. Bills approved and ordinances to be read next meeting.
Bowersville resident B Conklin praises Foley's Kidney Cure, claiming greater benefit than months of medical treatment. The testimonial appears under the name J M Siegfried with urging to take no substitute.
Warren shop invites customers to visit for any jewelry needs. Watch and clock repairs offered with free eye glass fitting and examinations at the Y M C A Building.
W. C. Rowland & Sons offer the largest and most complete wallpaper stock in Warren with new designs constantly added. Prospective buyers are urged to examine the selection before purchasing at Exchange Block location.
Notice inviting people to bring iron copper brass zinc lead rope rags rubber for market price at Warren Iron Metal Co located on D A V and P R R grounds opposite Freight Depot on Fourth Street. Miss Sill advertises largest assortment of mis senry.
Local notices highlight moves, visits, and gatherings in Warren and nearby towns. Veterans and families travel, teachers institute convenes, and the Warren Guard camp at Big Bend reports camp life and unit details with Gen. Miles visiting and 10 000 troops noted in an August 1900 update.
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a preventive and curative remedy for weak lungs and stubborn coughs. Claims to heal and strengthen the lungs, preventing incipient consumption. Signed by J. M. Siegfried.
Mrs. Ann M. Hosack confirms payment and ownership of Lot No. 84 in East Warren Real Estate Co. for $79.92 under an insurance clause, per agreement with late husband R. R. Hosack, value stated at $400 with clear title on death.
Advertises a cash grocery on Liberty Street inviting customers to buy fresh groceries and fruits at spot cash prices. Calls for farmers to bring produce for top prices and emphasizes money saving for shoppers.
New and elegant work announced for wedding invitations calling cards and ball programs at the Mal. office offered at low prices for discerning clients seeking stylish printed pieces.
Classified note announces blank deeds and the letter M available for typewriter use at the mail office.
A Warren headline notes trusted local tailors earning praise for quality work as Jacob Keller highlights the town’s skilled tradespeople. The brief credits notable service and emphasizes the reputation of the gots home trade network.
Child’s tricycle offered at a low price in good condition. Inquire at Malu office for details and availability.
General Miles praised the troops after a favorable review calling them veterans in appearance and spirit. He noted Pennsylvania should be proud of such a lusty body ready to serve the state as inspection continued through the week.
Jamestown and Chautauqua region news cover rail extension to Westfield by May 1901, depot upgrades, and local reunions. Reports include Olmstead family gathering, 169th Penn Vols reunion at Meadville, and Grange Day events with Col Russell Conwell. Also notes on health at Chautauqua and Pennsylvanian rail and post office developments.
Readers are assured that catarrh can be cured in all stages by Hall's Catarrh Cure, a constitutional treatment taken internally. The makers offer one hundred dollars for any case it fails to cure and advertise testimonials, with sales through druggists at 75 cents.
In Warren on August 1 1900 Townsend W Wertman married Kate Milligan both of Milton Pa. In Irvington Pa on August 1 1900 Melvin B Lemley wed Marion Van Dyke both of Irvine. On July 26 1900 Sherman Martin of Pittsfield wed Dona Nichols of Torpedo at Grand Valley. In Jamestown N Y on July 27 1900 Christ M Kuhre wed Sophia K H Swanson both of Warren Pa. In Tionesta Pa on August 4 1900 R J Ellis wed Laura Walters both of Tidioute Pa.
Catherine Kratzer, 70, wife of Paul Kratzer, died Aug 2 1900 in Warren after a year of declining health from complications. Born Sept 28 1830 in Lehigh County Pa, she married July 31 1853 in Bath Pa. Survived by husband and five children Mrs Beveridge Warren Mrs McLouth Oil City Oscar Warren Allen Lexington Ky Palmer Sistersville W Va. Funeral from her Poplar Street home officiated by Rev A B Markley.
A two day trip to Buffalo and Niagara Falls and a five day outing to Toronto offered by D V P tickets priced 2 for Buffalo trip and 3 for Toronto. Special train departs Warren at 8 20 PM on August 16 with return options from Niagara Falls 6 PM or 6 55 PM and regular trains Aug 17. Toronto return within five days. Niagara Falls to Toronto via Lewiston and steamer. Attractions include Buffalo ball game with Indianapolis, parks and theatres. Tickets and information from D V P agents.
On Friday August 17 D A V and P will offer excursion tickets to Celoron and return. Trains depart Warren at 9 13 AM and 5 PM, round trip 90 cents. Tickets valid on regular trains and on a Falconer 1130 PM special. Trolley cars run from Celoron every 15 minutes to Falconer. Col Shaw grand commander GA R will give the day’s address.
The W N Y and P Railway offers a last vacation excursion to the Thousand Islands and St. Lawrence River on Saturday August 18. Tickets are six dollars from Warren and valid ten days. Train departs at 10 10 AM with through sleeping cars at two dollars per berth. Reserve through Warren agents or write S B Newton Buffalo NY Excursion Agent.
The Pennsylvania Railroad offers the last low-rate fifteen-day excursion from Erie and Kane to Atlantic City Cape May Ocean City Sea Isle City Avalon Anglesea Wildwood or Holly Beach on Thursday August 16. Return within fifteen days on regular trains. Atlantic City tickets via Delaware River Bridge all rail line or via Market Street Wharf Philadelphia. Stopovers allowed in Philadelphia. For rates and schedules consult hand bills or E S Harrar Williamsport Pa. Also a Crescent bicycle for $25 at F ene first stairway west of Carver house.
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