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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1884
Page
3
Temperance meetings are held on the first and third Thursdays each month at 3 P. M. in the Presbyterian Church Lecture Room. A Bible reading occurs on the second Thursday at 3 P. M. in the Baptist Church, and a Mother’s meeting takes place on the fourth Thursday at 3 P. M. in the M. E. Church.
Arrive and leave times listed for Erie Ace Warren Sheffield Shefield Clard'n Warren Mail Express and Oil Express services. Notable stops include Erie at 3:25 pm and 4:55 pm, Sheffield Acc 9:10 am, and Kane Acc 5:35 pm.
OCR fragment shows scattered North South Sunday times with express notes and irregular labels. The readable items include partial times 9 04 am 12 00 m 4 17 PM 6 11 pm and 8 08 with uncertain day and route indicators.
On and after June 14 1884, various eastern standard times list accommodation trains to Corry Erie Bradford Dunkirk Sheffield Titusville and more with 20 minute pouch closing rule and no delay allowed. O C Allen P M warns postmaster about pouch handling and schedule adherence.
Data shows fragmented opening, highest and closing figures with multiple unreadable codes and garbled names. Key entities and context are not recoverable, leaving an incomplete market summary with no clear actions or outcomes.
At Warren Driving Park next Friday horsemen will speed their horses in a formal grounds opening. A trotting race features Fred Hays versus W Ford, a pacing race pits J C Wells against Mike Silk's speeders, and a 100 yard dash matches T J Hagerty of Warren against Louie Geib of Erie. Saturday offers a benefit day for Watson Hose Co with Elsa Von Blumen competing in two five mile races and attempting her own record. Other events include a 100 yard foot race a Watson Hose handicap against Miss Von Blumen a prize for best road horse and more attractions.
Warren patrons are urged to visit carpet rooms after a New York buying trip. A broad selection includes Carpets Body Tapestry Brussels Ingrains mattings oil cloths rugs stair crash and more at low figures. Also notes local fairs meetings and upcoming events with notices of sales and civic activities.
The Warren fair runs Sept 9–12 1884 with daily attractions and new features. Buildings 30 by 50 feet host Machinery Floral Dairy and Agricultural Halls. grand stand and dancing hall await crowds. livestock shows baby and dog events planned. Admission 1.50 membership or 0.25 per ticket. rail rates arranged.
New carpet room at Bell Bro's promotes new stock and very low prices on carpets rugs and mattings. They advertise as sole agents for Broadhead's dress goods and invite customers to call and see their offerings.
A historical notice announces a sales event at Geo Balls offering discounts on clothing and furnishing items. The advertisement emphasizes a late season clearance with broad selections and reduced prices affecting shoppers citywide.
A newspaper notice from Warren promotes hernia adjustment services claimed to restore strength and health. The advertiser offers free initial help with no compensation unless the sufferer is satisfied and directs readers to leave addresses at A. W. Merck's drug store.
Jacob Keller the Tailor advertises an immense stock of imported and domestic cloths ready to be made into suits. He guarantees a good fit and features skilled workmen and the latest styles. Visit Rooms on Second Street near Liberty, second story.
G W Kinnear Register and Recorder acts as agent for N P Boyer of Coatsville Chester County Pa a successful breeder of dogs including New Foundland setters mastiffs spaniels hounds and more Full particulars available by contacting Mr K at Warren Pa.
Prescription of a Boston physician, dispensed for years by a Boston druggist. One dose will cure any ordinary cough and it acts almost magically. Ask Johnson and Siegfried for a 25 cent bottle of Hub Cough Cure, warranted.
Advert suggests sallow eyes and skin restlessness and loss of appetite signal a sluggish liver. Recommends using Zopesa at once to avoid medical bills. Claims Zopesa opens pores and bowels, invigorates liver digestion, and corrects the system via stomach and liver with Johnson & Siegfried as the contact.
A playful note touts Teaberry as the newest brightener for teeth and breath. Readers are invited to try a sample and join the cosmetic fad sweeping restrooms and parlors.
Citizens debate water sourced from wells near the outlet and a riverfront intake. A pen of spiles and gravel at the river bottom creates an apparently inexhaustible intake, while reservoir cleaning supplies fresh water daily. Ice and delivery by Ed Clemons offers a low cost option.
O. H. Hunter & Son announce opening a new fall line with plaid and fancy dress goods and a peek at eastern cloak manufactories to offer the handsomest garments yet seen in Warren. Limited bargains remain from prior reductions.
A plain gold ring was lost near the intersection of High and Market or Fifth and East streets on August 8. The finder is promised a liberal reward if the ring is returned to the post office.
A local store presents a new line of summer shawls from Beww Bro s featuring decorative novelties. The collection highlights vibrant patterns and lightweight fabrics aimed at seasonal wear.
The notice states Saratoga High Rock Spring Water is available for sale by all druggists. The brief item records a product offering without additional details on price or distribution.
A brief notice notes the Maru office offering specialized job printing services. It highlights focused work in typesetting and page layout for local advertisers and readers. The item emphasizes quality, prompt delivery, and clerical support for small businesses.
Gen Logan spent Monday in Jamestown guest of Gov Fenton after weekend events at Chautauqua where he addressed a large audience. He left for Chicago amid crowds at Corry and Meadville while Warren's Blaine and Logan club planned to join the Jamestown reception with uniforms and Republican support noted.
Local shoppers urged to save money by buying boots and shoes at NorTuHRop's with emphasis on bargains and value.
The Chautauqua County Agricultural Society announces its 48th Jamestown Fair September 2 3 4 and 5 at the Marvin tract near the boat landing. President D W Marvin Vice President Flint Blanchard Secretary C F Fletcher Treasurer G D Glidden list premiums and exhibits while a Greek cross building houses art and mechanic displays and livestock stalls. No horse racing this year but attractions include a baby shop and a mock Bull Run battle staged with the G A R Post and the Fenton Guards signaling a likely strong fair with many entries.
The Derrick reports Wardwell Field’s core area is depleted and recent wells show limited potential for large producers. Substantial undrilled territory remains south of the river with potential 50 to 200 barrels, but ownership by Barnsdall & Eldred, Reid & Brennan, Anchor Oil, Wesley Chambers, and O Hoffman suggests slower, edge drilling and smaller returns.
Mile. Rhea arrives from France for Warren engagement on Wednesday Sept 3. She purchased a Worth gown once owned by the Queen of Holland for 10 000 francs, featuring black satin with gold embroidery and ostrich feather motifs. Manager Carver sets new mixed price scheme with box office sale starting Wednesday Aug 27 at 9 AM.
Reports detail burned oil stock valued at 50 000 near Corry, school closures at Mary Washington in Mayville, a Free Methodist seminary opening Sept 2 at Vermont Station, and a Tidioute teachers' week. Also noted are the Morrison reunion Sept 4, Clarendon Union's August 18 charter, and the Chautauqua Veterans Union reunion Sept 2–3 with dignitaries.
Letter from Erie notes the city’s healthfulness due to high ground and lake breezes, with spread out dwellings and wide yards reducing crowding. Political excitement rises as Blaine and Logan clubs mobilize. Hon. C. W. Mackey campaigns locally, praising conciliation and Democratic opponent Scott. A Warren visit and Chautauqua Lake trip feature speeches by Frances Willard and Gen. Logan, with praise for Chautauqua’s attractions.
The Executive Committee of the Producers' Association met at Wagner's Opera House Bradford last Thursday. They reported a unanimous plan to start no new rigs or drilling on old ones until January 1 1885, with seven eighths of producers signed and committed.
Jas. Rh. Willard & Co. sells four-fifths of the paper to Dispatch Printing Co. C. M. Reed of Erie purchases the stake, with C. A. Johnson continuing as business manager and E. M. Camp as managing editor. The paper remains Republican and aims to serve the entire party in Western Pennsylvania.
Col. Compton on Gen. Hartranft staff returns from Gettysburg encampment and visits Harrisburg on the way. He cites Secretary Lincoln and Gen. Sheridan as pleased with the State Militia, with Sheridan joking that he knows where to find troops if needed. Both officials praise the militia’s readiness.
The W. C. T. U. now operates in seven thousand towns and cities with a membership of one hundred fifty thousand. Through its efforts scientific temperance instruction is legally provided for children in five states and petitions are presented nationwide for constitutional prohibition. Gospel temperance work continues across the United States.
Dinsmoor and Cable advertise several desirable houses for sale at low prices and under favorable terms in this borough. Affected listings emphasize affordable options and favorable terms for buyers seeking property in the local area.
The Teachers Institute at Tidioute opened at 2 p m Monday under Supt Arird. Between 50 and 60 teachers registered for the first session with Prof Langly and Prof Little ready to contribute. The community offers full support and the institute is expected to be a grand success.
In Warren Co Pennsylvania the following names remain unclaimed at the Warren Post Office and will be sent to the Dead Letter Office if not called for within thirty days. In calling for letters please give date of advertising.
The Observer notes McConnell maintains a temperance revival in Warren with nearly all converted. The Democratic convention endorses the Prohibition candidate for Assembly, while questioning the durability of the reform movement and predicting the whiskey-water ticket may be defeated in November.
September 4 is the final day to register. Ensure compliance. Job printing is a specialty offered at the Main office.
In Sugar Grove on Aug 18 plans unfold for the Erie annual conference of the U B Church to meet Sept 2 at 9 30 A M in the new building. Bishop Dickson will preside and dedication occurs Sept 6 with Revs Holt Landis and Sheely assisting. School opens Sept 9 and the seminary building is completed.
The skating rink opened Friday night August 22 with dancing after 9 30 led by the East Randolph Band. Clinton at the Lee House provided supper. Photographer A A Martin of Meadville captured local scenes. J Younger reported a cow killed by the Wild Pigeon on the 21st. The school house also received a new coat of paint.
Returned to town from Casadaga Mr and Mrs Chipman visit Ohio daughter Mrs Hannah Smith from Chicago P L Wright on business trip Funeral services for Mrs Abbott held near Spartansburg A Medora Wright birthday surprise Stanzas praise early morning hours and a claimed Dyspepsia cure Zope sa promoted by Johnson Sieg fried note laundered wording.
Mr Vanderbilt sold a race mare to Robert Bonner for 40000 dollars after earlier rebuffing daily requests to exhibit for gate money. Bonner plans to keep the horse in New York for several days then ship to Charter Oak, Hartford, for training and a fall exhibition. Reporters note experts expect a 2:08 trot or better.
Notices record multiple marriages: Albert B. Seiverling and Susie A. Lewis wed in Warren on August 18. G W Stephens and Sarah C. Meley in Warren on August 21. Henry Cook and Bertha McStraw in Elk on August 15. W L Bumpus and 8 M McCracken in Sheffield on August 19. J T Miller and Annie O Neal in Sheffield on August 22. All couples from various Pennsylvania counties.
Death notices for Robert F. Bell in Warren aged 50 from consumption Aug 21 1884 Andrew Sechrist in Pleasant Town aged 72 years 9 months 8 days after illness Aug 19 1884 and Susie Ryan in Warren aged 16 daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm Ryan after consumption Aug 21 1884.
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