Georgia Democrats, Glenn Bill, and a chained teacher’s fate
The passage argues that slavery era tactics once dominated both North and South but republican courage rose to oppose them. It warns Georgia may follow a similar arc toward reform and suggests the Democratic Legislature consider the Glenn bill to expose and oppose iniquitous policy affecting teachers and students.
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Lovejoy
Illinois
William Lloyd Garrison
New England
Joshua R. Giddings
Ben Wade
Ohio
Georgia
North
Jacob Sharp's Luck Delays Execution After Stay
Judge Potter granted a stay of proceedings in the Jacob Sharp case on the 25th. The move delays imprisonment and execution for at least six months, despite a rapid guilty verdict and overwhelming prosecution evidence. The decision is viewed as damaging to justice and awaited by many as a victory for the aged bribe-giver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Sharp
Potter
Barrett
Sharp
Revenue Commission Adjourns to Meet in Harrisburg
The Revenue Commission adjourned to meet in the Senate chamber in Harrisburg on Monday September 12 at 4 PM. A new section separating private bankers from stock brokers was adopted requiring all private bankers unincorporated banking and savings institutions and every incorporated company liable to taxation to annually report under oath to the Auditor General detailing earnings and expenses. The Auditor General will then estimate the capital employed and assess a tax of three mills on the dollar.
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the Revenue Commission
Senate Chamber
Harrisburg
Henry George Labor Party Captures Center Stage
Henry George's Labor party rises to prominence in New York politics as Democratic managers express alarm at his bold campaign. They accuse Labor leaders of making a deal with Republicans, a charge that reveals Democratic fear of its potential to erode their fortunes and split their ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry George
Labor Party
New York
Inter-State Extradition Conference Chooses Beaver Chairman
The Inter-State extradition conference met in New York City on the 23d and unanimously chose Gov. Beaver of Pennsylvania as chairman. He urged reform of existing state laws and said improvement would follow if the matter was pressed. the conference will likely last several days.
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New York City
Gov. Beaver
Pennsylvania
Prince Wales Presented to Chauncey Depew at Central RR
The Prince of Wales was presented to Chauncey M. Depew, president of the Central Railroad Company, described as a silver tongued orator of New York. The note adds Wales is rising in stature.
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Tur Prince of Wales
Chauncy M. Depew
Central R. R. Company
New York
Wales
London Papers Track Senator Cameron’s Long Career
The Morning Post notes Simon Cameron has served as Senator for 60 years, a tenure nearly matching Warren Ledger coverage of Warren affairs.
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London
Morning Post
Simon Cameron
Warren Ledger
Indiana Treasury Collapse Sparks Political Scolding
A report claims Indiana’s treasury is bankrupt due to bad management. The piece criticizes a party alleged to steal a U.S. Senator as mismanaging funds and calls for a more secure cash supply.
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Treasury of
Indiana
U.S
Fair season opens with displays of girls horses and crops
The fair season begins with exhibitions of pretty girls fine horses and big pump kins planned at various sites until cold weather arrives.
Gould Converts Bonds to Cash for Nurse Payment
Jay Gould has converted 17 million dollars of his bonds into cash to cover charges for a nurse for Jay Govuld's son's wife, who has just given birth to a boy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay Govuld
Jay Gould
Cleveland administration praised yet called volatile by organ
A Macwomp organ labels the Cleveland administration virtuous in spots but notes those spots change like the tide, signaling fluctuating praise and criticism amid ongoing political shifts.
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Macwomp
Cleveland
Quotations Highlight Social Etiquette Between Leaders
Grover remarks to Victoria calling her “our great and good friend” while Victoria notes “our good friend.” The exchange underscores perceived distinctions in favor of Grover and hints at gendered emphasis in diplomatic discourse. The remark also reflects gendered expectations shaping how women are addressed in political circles.
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Grover
Victoria
Vic
Fashion dictates spike-tail coats fade from style
The piece questions whether the spike-tail coat should vanish with fashion or endure through the wearer's choice, weighing style trends against personal preference and identity.
Senator James F Wilson Lays Out Republican Record In Iowa Speech
Senator James F Wilson of Iowa delivered a level headed speech in his state praising twenty four years of Republican governance. He argued Democrats failed to redeem promises while Republicans built wealth prosperity and a higher justice framework, contrasting with Cleveland era conditions and cultural battles aimed to please the South.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James F. Wilson
Iowa
Wilson
Cleveland
Republican Party
Treasury
South
Editors Travel Tales from Europe on Cunard and White Star Lines
A junior editor of Fredonia Censor recounts a Europe trip with reflections on travel, ships, and costs. He notes comparing lines, from Germanic to Adriatic, praising White Star service, and mentions Belfast shipyards building two new vessels with a $60 fare.
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Fredonia
Europe
Japan
Australia
England
Cunard Line
White Star Line
Belfast
Crop prospects mixed as drought hits several states
The American Rural Home reports drought severity in Illinois Kansas Missouri Indiana and parts of Ohio and Nebraska with Illinois and Kansas crops very bad and Missouri outcomes uncertain. Spring wheat threshings hint a smaller crop, while timothy seed demand remains high and farmers anticipate better times despite scare prices.
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Illinois
Kansas
Missouri
Indiana
Ohio
Nebraska
Prohibitionists Platform Praised Despite Sharp Attacks
The platform of the Pennsylvania Prohibitionists is praised as a model for other conventions yet criticizes rival groups with accusations and sneers between invocations, clashing with the injunction to not bear false witness against one’s neighbor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Prohibitionists
Phil. Press
Diplomatic "misfits" in Honolulu banquet scandal
Mercer Dispatch accuses President Cleveland of sending another "misfit" diplomat as Merrill, the minister to the Sandwich Islands, became overly enthusiastic at a Honolulu banquet, forcing the host to end the event. The list includes Keiley Hubbard Manning Sedgwick Merrill.
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Mr. Cleveland
Merrill
Sandwich Islands
Honolulu
Keiley
Hubbard
Manning
Sedgwick
Cleveland
Mercer Dispatch
We Are Very Nice Ledger Wise Remark
A lighthearted note questions collective wisdom, joking that the group seems more clever than wise. It playfuly contrasts being nice with being wise, suggesting a humorous self appraisal about judgment and wit.
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Ledger
August Pansy issue offered by D. Lothrop Co
A reader notes the August Pansy magazine features forty pages of stories and pictures for youth. They suggest sending orders to D. Lothrop Co in Boston and mention a yearly subscription price of one dollar or five cents for a single issue.
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D. Lothrop Co
Boston
Afnica and Oil Liniment Ad Endsorsement by Morris
Afnica and Oil Liniment praised for healing soothing effects on old sores by B. F. Morris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Morris
Rumors and notes from a late 19th century paper
A compilation of brief items: John Ruskin rumored insane. teaching theory linked to Youngsville. Hanlan to sail to Australia. Kingdon Gould announced as Jay Gould's grandson. a Chicago stenographer sets words-in-five-minutes record. Georgia convict lease system ended by governor. trade dollar redemption and Prohibition county results. early bicycle news from England. race results from Shields with Woodside and Temple noted. Grand Army of the Republic growing under Fairchild. demand for American securities with large gold shipments. Nebraska wealth rising. baseball's surge in popularity with large crowds. G A R march in Wheeling with notable officials. Pittsburg veterans opposing Cleveland portrait banner.
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Youngsville
Hanlan
Teemer
Australia
Kingdon Gould
Jay Gould
Isaac 8. Dement
Chicago
Fairchild
Grand Army of the Republic
Europe
London
Paris
New York
Nebraska
Wheeling
W. Va
Beaver
Foraker
Hayes
Pittsburg
Cleveland
Francis Murphy Visits Pittsburgh Amid Prohibition Debate
Francis Murphy the temperance apostle and his daughter arrived from the East to recuperate from a heavy lung cold. He dismissed prohibiti on attacks, vows to continue moral suasion and Gospel work, and criticizes the Law and Order Society for closing soda water and lemonade stands on Sundays. He prefers available nonalcoholic drinks to prevent men finding solace in drink.
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Francis Murphy
Pittsburg
Rhode Island Treasury Shortfall Sparks Liquor Fee Debate
The Rhode Island Treasury faces a $250,000 shortfall due to liquor license fee suppression, leaving no funds for state police. The New York World notes the public misperception that liquor consumption has fallen in Little Rhody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhode Island
N. Y. World
Martin Amber Seed Wheat for Sale by H Evans Esq
H Evans of Tidioute Pa reports raising 150 bushels of Martin Amber Wheat this year. The wheat yields 20 to 40 bushels per acre on good soil and has superior milling qualities being hard and flinty. Evans won a first premium at last year’s Agricultural Fair and offers seed at 1.50 per bushel delivered with no sack charge and ten percent discount for Farmer's Club members. Samples available at his office Warren mills and the next county fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Evans
Tidioute
Evans
Farmer’s Club
Warren Mills
The Modern Nile opens Scribner's Magazine issue
Scribner's Magazine for September begins with an illustrated article by Edward L. Wilson on The Modern Nile, praised as a standout travel and photography piece. Other illustrated pieces include Camping and hunting in the Shoshone by W. S. Rainsford and The sacred flame of Torin Jr by E. H. House, plus Thackeray letters. Seth's Brother's Wife continues, among other notable articles.
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Scribner’s Magazine
Nile
Edward L. Wilson
Shoshone
W. S. Rainsford
Torin Jr
E. H. House
Thackeray
Seth
Old Government Java Coffee One Pound Cartons Sale
Advertisement for import from Dutch Government sales in Holland selling one pound cartons of Old Government Java Coffee. Guaranteed first class and reliable, with consumer invitation to try. Sale offered through a dealer or distributor.
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Holland
Oneida Market Stamped Linen at Ladies Furnishings
Oneida Market stamped linen in all styles and prices offered at the Ladies Fur nishing Store opposite the M E Church. Stamping done to order at reasonable prices. Come to the Main office for all grades of job printing at low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church
St Lawrence Region Charm Shines From Prescott to Ogdensburg
A vivid Aug 26 1887 sketch from Prescott Ontario describes the St Lawrence river scene. The writer notes Ogdensburg flags, sailing vessels, and a cottage with a mother and child, then reflects on Gypsy culture, the sacred Gypsy kettle, and superstitions. The piece also highlights farming of horses and cattle, dairy output, oats and grass, eggs and cheese, and blooming gardens along the river, praising the region’s beauty and appeal.
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Prescott
Ontario
Ep. Matz
Canada
St. Lawrence
Ogdensburg
Montreal
United States
Anti-Saloon Republicanism Shapes Temperance Debate
A Philadelphia Press summary notes broad support within Republican ranks for temperance, citing New York and Massachusetts anti-saloon leagues. It highlights pending state votes in Tennessee and Oregon, surveys recent defeats and close calls in Michigan and Texas, and argues reform momentum hinges on aligning with the Republican party rather than third-party efforts.
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Republican League
New York State
Massachusetts
Dawes
Hoar
Long
Rufus 8
Frost
Edward Everett Hale
Morrill
Edmunds
Evarts
Wilson
McCary
Windom
Oster
Buell
Taylor
Ladd
Pettibone
Buck
Lindsay
New York
Michigan
Texas
Tennessee
Oregon
Henry B. Metcalf
Mr. Blaine
Prohibition
St. John
Republican Party
North
Republican
Phil. Press
Livery Stable Ad and Business Directory Entry
Third street livery and feed stable managed by T. W. McNeir offer gentle horses for ladies use with special attention to transient custom and reasonable prices. Telephone connections available. Also housing and business listings by W. C. Rowland at Ketterer’s store, shop over.
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Third Street
Siggins
T. W. McNeir
W. C. Rowlanp
Ketterer
Bribery case in Luzerne County upholds 1881 law risks for delegates
Luzerne County court rules hotel and travel expenses for a nominating convention delegate are not legitimate. A man jailed for offering to transfer votes for cash marks the first enforcement of the 1881 bribery law. The note mentions Fayette county judge Nathaniel Ewing named for the Fayette-Greene district and highlights upcoming Pennsylvania State Agricultural Society Fair in Philadelphia with reduced railroad rates and excursion trains, Sept. 5 to Sept. 17, inviting visitors before the Constitutional Centennial Celebration.
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Luzerne County
Nathaniel Ewing
Fayette County
Fayette-Greene
Beaver
Pennsylvania State Agricultural Society
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Proclamation for Centennial Celebration in Philadelphia
Gov Beaver issues a proclamation announcing the centennial celebration of the signing of the federal constitution set for September 15 to 17 in Philadelphia. He urges industrial display, military participation, sermons, and general observance by manufacturers, workers, soldiers, clergy, and citizens, highlighting Philadelphia as the chosen host and praising civil and religious liberty. The notice then shifts to a health claim promoting Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a remedy for indigestion and rheumatic pain, touting its benefits and advising readers to obtain the genuine product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Beaver
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Hostetter
Warren W. C. T. U. Holds Thirteenth Annual Meeting
The Warren W. C. T. U. met on Thursday Aug 18 for its thirteenth annual gathering. Reports from Superintendents show marked progress. Officers elected for the coming year include President Miss E Beach Recording Secretary Mrs F Henry Corresponding Sec Mrs A B Miller and Treasurer Mrs J A Eichenberg. In the name of our God we will set up our banners.
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Warren W. C. T. U
E. Beach
F. Henry
A. B. Miller
J. A. Eichenberg
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Tioga
WM. B. Hart
Dauphin
Register and Recorder
S. H. Briggs
Glade
J. W. Dunkle
Clarendon
M. Crocker
Brokenstraw
Phil
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South West
O. J. Gunning
Freehold
A. E. Pelton
WM. Jewell
Conewango
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Home Again
John Ruskin
Gordon
Yankees
Shields
Woodside
Battersby
Temple
Wood
Gooprich & Fehlman
Oneida
ST. Lawrence Region
A. A. Davis & Co
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Fair Grounds
Exchange
John Sill
Free E
Sill
J. K. Weaver
Warre Er
Blls Co
General Produce Market
Goodrich & Fehlman
Warren
Y. Hyson
Ianan
Temperance Department
Mary A. Allen
America
J. F. Fierener Brown
M. E
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Irmaca
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Cong
E. E. Fursily
Lockport, N. Y
Mary Allen
Dimmock
Woman’s Journal
Wagner & Reis
John L. Kerr
Night
Mrs. McKee Rankin
Mr. Clay Greene
Fifth Avenue
Niblo
Noyes’ Drug Store
Or Hall
Hicks
Sawyer
Colored Minstrels
Wallace King
Co. King
the Grotesque
Jack Evans
Fanny
Rand
W. C. Harris
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Chas. Callendar
Cousins Brothers
I. F. Cousins
E. I. Cousins
Warren, Pa
Davis ,&Co
Rames
Christian Freedom
Mrs. Hemans
Christ
Porter Snell
John Langdale
Misses Lesser
Boggs &Buhl
Federal St
Allegheny, PA
Citizens National Bank
Myron Watersee
Francis Henrice
David L. Bene Old
M. Waters
P. Johnson
H. A. Jamieson
V. Davis
Brown
A. Hertzel
Geo. N. Parmlee
A.T. Scofield
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Liberty Street
Mead
Corry, PA
Kentucky
Bass and Smith
Water Street
M. Mead, Corry
Panes
Morck Bro
AUGUST _MORCK
Optician
Pleasant Township
N. Dietch
N. Dietch, Sec’y
J. H. Palmer
Warren Co
W. H. Palmer
Louise Palmer
Harriett C. Vanguilder
D. Vanguilder
Grand Valley
Mitchell & Messner
Theodore Messner
W. A. Mitchell Theodore Messner
F. M. Knapp
Mitchell & Knere
W. A. Mitchell
Struthers
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Struthers, Wells & CO
Parshall & Sill
E. W. Parshall
G. W. Sill
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James Broder
Bradford
Allegany Fields
John T. Hill
W. White
Conewango Foundry
C. Richarson
H. S. Thomas
Wood & Thomas
Liberty
Warren, la
Lewis F. Watson
Rufus P. King
George O. Cornelius
O. H. Hunter
H. R. McCalmont
Act of Assembly
Tionesta Boom and Inrovement Company
Tionesta Creek
Noanow
Warren County
Orphans’ Court
Jemima G. Hull
Theodore Hull
Martin Devore
A. R. Ross
D. I. Ball
Clyde D. Hook
Williams
Francis Hook
E. D. Seeley
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Maggie Finch
Ruth Eastman
W.J. Alexander
Ter
Register’s Office
J.K. Ronne
SCF
Philip Bysecker
Irs
Hoffman
Market Street
Ludlow House
George Stinson & Co
Portland, Maine
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Sail Office
Chas. R. Henry
Second ST
Cery
Henry’s
Chas, R. Henry
N.R. Collins & Co
Main Street
Bradford, PA
Dist
Kenton Co
Kentucky ,Nr
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Cincinnati, O
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Ons Ace A Ange Co
Ur.collns % Co
Cincinnati
the Gold Leaf Distilling CO
Covington, KY
N. R. Collins & CO
J. Dannsr
Variety Hall
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