17 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1896
Page
1
Overcoats offered in black and blue at strong discounts. The red letter price for the 9.75 item drops to 6.75 while the 12.00 style is reduced to 8.50.
Reports from Cuba detail General Maceo crossing the trocha with a strong Cuban force and a deadly clash that reportedly leaves Maceo and a Gomez son dead. Other items note the Seville boiler blast, pension bill passage, and a spate of political and criminal developments across the United States and abroad.
A severe north east storm prevails along the coast with hurricane signals hoisted. Vessels are warned of sea danger as driving rain falls and the sea runs unusually high.
Money on call stands at 144 percent. Prime mercantile paper yields 4 to 5 percent. Sterling exchange shows actual bank bill business with $4.87 for demand and $4.83 to $4.84 for 0 days. Posted rates range near $4.84 to $4.85 and $4.87 to $4.83 on commercial bills. Silver certificates at 65 5 cents. Bar silver quoted at 65 3/4 cents.
Grain and flour prices listed for city and regional mills, including patent and winter flours, rye and buckwheat flour, barley, cornmeal, oats, and wheat futures. Also covering hay, pork, butter, cheese, and cheese products with stated ranges and delivery terms.
A Philadelphia majority of representatives elect pledge to vote for Boies Penrose for United States senator. Six of eight Philadelphia state senators also support him. A mass meeting at the Academy of Music on December 22 is planned to showcase Philadelphia’s choice with large crowds and improvised stands to accommodate attendees.
The piece defends Senator Penrose for aiding an arrest on libel against a Bucks county poacher alleging atheism and profligacy. It condemns public gossip surrounding Cameron's Senate campaign, urging no mercy for those spreading nasty scandal. It criticizes religious figures who repeat gossip and calls for accountability.
In Calabria Italy residents hold that vipers do not bite on Christmas day or that bites are harmless as venom is neutralized by the holy day. The superstition reflects regional belief in Christmas's protective power over dangerous animals.
A Christmas song service primer by Rev. Doyle emphasizes the eternal joy born with Christ. The sermon outlines four core joys: the good tidings fulfilled, universality of salvation, the saving work of Christ, and the divine nature of the Savior, supported by cited Bible readings.
The Endeavor Banner lists seven strong fences for good living. Read scripture each morning, speak truthfully, govern appetites, avoid places you’d hide from parents, associate with God revering people, keep body self controlled, and review daily conduct before sleep.
A Christian Instructor column questions modern views on treasures in heaven. It contrasts Christ’s righteousness with calls for free coinage and moral self righteousness, arguing such ideas would undermine redemption by Christ’s blood within the kingdom.
The quote argues emotion is only valuable when it becomes action and leads to higher life. It says religious feeling and devotion that do not elevate behavior are harmful, fostering self deception and lowering personal morals, attributed to Murray.
A short note quotes the Episcopa Recorder remarking that those who do the most wrong are quickest to speak ill of others. The line underscores moral judgment and hypocrisy themes in post 19th century church writings.
A reflective note urges Endeavor societies to avoid stale routines and pursue definite, persistent outreach. It cites John Wesley and Dr. Pierson on blending common sense with spirituality and highlights plans for the San Francisco convention.
Buffalo market prices list grain and dairy quotes for December, noting No 1 hard wheat at 94 cents, No 1 northern at 87 ninety seven, corn mostly 23 to 44 cents, oats 23 to 24 cents, rye 43 cents, flour ranges from 3.25 to 5.24 per barrel, butter 28 cents, cheese up to 11 cents, and eggs around 20 cents for state and western markets.
The article traces the growing emphasis on the Holy Spirit across Christian history from creation to present. It notes shifts from focus on God the Father and Christ to the Spirit as revealer, purifier, and sanctifier guiding believers to know they are freed from sin. It urges readers to study New Testament references about the Spirit’s work and the union with God through His presence.
Edward M. Wheeler of Providence succeeds William M. Flanders as treasurer. Wheeler is a longtime Sunday school and church worker, president of the Trinity church chapter, and chaired local arrangements for the recent convention. He assumes a treasury in excellent condition.
Conference of the Providence literary department drew a large audience and produced practical suggestions. Highlights include using entertaining amusements with balance, lectures and courses on travel history missions and art, free admission where possible, leveraging press notes for devotionals, encouraging chapter wide study of reading materials, studying Christian art and current picture usage, and promoting devotional Bible use in worship.
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