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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1898
Page
1
A local paper segment presents an invitation to teachers and the public to visit a store, followed by a Christmas story poem about repentance and an angel at the helm guiding a voyage home. It ends with a humorous Arctic Christmas menu description from Peary's Arctic expedition.
The article notes a global gathering of useful and ornamental items for home comfort and decoration. Items include aprons, art denims, baby wraps, belts, belt buckles, blankets, brushes, cloaks, couch covers, counterpanes, cuff buttons, dressing lacques, combs, fans, fascinators, foot stools, and related goods.
The article recalls Philadelphia's December 25, 1773 tea event when the tea ship was intercepted and sent back to England, several days after the Boston Tea Party. It frames the incident as a cherished aspect of Philadelphia's Christmas history and notes an Old Soldier retreat motif.
In a private exchange, Richman is urged to give a costly present while Marie cautions saving money for future contingencies and not to rely on extravagant gifts.
A verse titled Christmas in Russia depicts a child, Tommikoff Smithky, rejoicing by a candlelit tree and dreamlike play. A quoted exchange follows, featuring Alkali Ike and Cactus Pete joking about reading cards in a poker game and its ruinous consequences.
Harrisburg dispatch reports Republicans align behind John R. Farr of Lackawanna for speaker as party unity and Wanamaker fusion fade. Guffey and Garman clash over Quay, while anti Quay factions back Farr with support from Buck and Martin.
Historic summary notes Havana riots after Spanish evacuation with deaths and injuries. U S peace commissioners depart for home. Major General Brooke named military governor of Cuba. many global political shifts unfold from France to England and Africa. ships wrecks and fires pepper the period's chaos.
Warren shoppers are urged to visit the sole department store for bargains. Shaker blankets at 98c, Pure White Red quilts 1.39, Ladies wrappers 69c, dress skirts 1.98, fleeced vests 48c. Full line of men women and children's shoes and rubbers at reduced prices.
Theme outlines truths from Luke 2 including God’s love mercy and fatherhood, the prodigal son parable, brotherhood of man and salvation from sin. It urges Christmas generosity and belief in Jesus as Savior who saves from sin, with references to angels shepherds and the resurrection power.
A South African mine trick uses a loaded horse pistol and sovereign as wadding to sprinkle glassy gold particles on rocks. An English visitor tests the sample with an American analyst who notes the alloy matches sovereign coin proportions. The unmined claim may be floated in London markets.
A physician recommends baked onions to relieve sleeplessness from nervous derangement. Wash onions with skins, boil in salted water changing water twice, drain, wrap in buttered tissue, bake slowly for an hour, remove outer skins, brown and pour melted butter over, serve hot.
The article notes fair-haired people are fewer today. It cites ancient Jews as a fair-haired race now largely dark, and claims Irish also show a shift from many fair-haired individuals 150 years ago to a predominance of darker hair today.
A note explains that Russian religious customs respect the dove from scripture and therefore do not eat pigeons, reflecting the sanctity attributed to sacred birds in Christian tradition.
Scientists trace the orange’s origins and conclude it was once a berry. They describe a 7,000 year development period marking its transformation into a citrus fruit.
A concise note claims that in China the spoken language is written and the written language is spoken. It presents a paradoxical view on language practice, suggesting a reversal between speech and writing in Chinese communication.
A prepared essay by Wm. K. Fisher urges Epworth League members and families to embody the Christmas motto Look Up Lift Up by aiding the poor and needy. It emphasizes practical generosity, feeding the hungry, comforting the lonely, and dedicating oneself to Christlike service beyond festive singing.
Adelaide May Thompson reflects on the nativity and messianic prophecy. The piece links Christmas joy to Jesus as Prince of Peace and Savior, urging prayer for Jewish belief and highlighting Messiah’s role in redemption for Jew and Gentile alike.
A historical observation notes how Korean women lose personal names after marriage, being addressed only as the sister or daughter of a husband, with parents using the district of marriage. mothers gain the title of the child’s name, and courts sometimes assign temporary names to simplify legal proceedings.
The note asserts Spanish predominates across South America except Brazil while mentioning Prof Sciency as a good school principal. It presents a general linguistic overview with a casual scholarly aside about an individual.
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