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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1898
Page
2
The article details a Republican U S Senate nomination caucus in Harrisburg with first ballot on Jan 17 in each house, joint convention next day to merge votes, and possible joint decision if differing majorities. It also notes Norway Sweden tensions, Russo Japanese finance, Congress holiday adjournment, Dewey strain, and Helen Gould honored on the Senate floor.
The House passed a pension appropriation of 145,233,830 dollars, about 4 million more than the current act due to higher disbursements. Pension disbursements rose from 129,949,717 in 1897 to 144,651,879 in 1898, with 993,714 pensioners on the rolls.
The corporal punishment of children in public schools is under animated discussion in Meadville with many communications in the newspapers. It is surprising how many people without children claim to know how it should be done.
Warren Ohio city council adopts a policy to dismiss employers who neglect or refuse to pay debts, arguing a cash system would benefit buyers and sellers and promote financial discipline across the city. Dewey era note mentions a sunken Spanish cruiser raised to Hong Kong and an American wish it fares as well as the Maria Teresa. Lafayette memorial statute site planned in the Tuileries garden reflects American contributions and diplomatic goodwill.
The Bradford Era marks twenty one years as a leading oil region newspaper and earns high regard for its quality. A recent snow storm reaching San Antonio, Texas illustrates how the new South and Santa Claus can work together.
A Chicago style summary notes President McKinley’s Southern tour cementing unity across races and regions. Atlanta marked the death of sectionalism while Tuskegee highlighted mixed audiences and honored veterans, with speeches stressing fraternity and national sacrifice.
Admiral Dewey tells a press correspondent in Manila he plans to hold his position and notes insurgents seek self government but misunderstand its meaning. He sees growing friendly feeling toward the United States as calm returns and mentions volunteers seeking discharge to pursue farming and mining opportunities. He warns against harsh actions toward natives and notes German designs have faded from the islands.
The article recalls Fitzhugh Lee sailing into Havana last week to learn he had been named Governor of Havana Province. It cites past jeers when he left as U S consul and notes Spaniards remaining in Havana fear an adverse change. The piece predicts Lee will govern effectively.
Captain Sigsbee recalls being asked if the Maine was blown up from the outside. He says his first deck order was to post sentries to guard the ship and he believed the blast came from outside. He notes cheers from shore and suggests time may reveal the destruction’s crime.
The text notes that Christmas began in year 98 but was not adopted as a Christian festival or fixed on December 25 until the fifth century. Before that, it was observed irregularly at different times including December January and occasionally in April or May.
Travel guidance highlights direct connections at Buffalo with the Empire State Express via New York Central, claiming the fastest train to Rochester Syracuse Utica Albany and New York. Tickets available through D A V P agents.
Dewitt Bowen and Miss Lada Temple wed at the bride’s home in Sugar Grove on December 7. Ton E. Tuttle and Miss Beryl Fulkerson marry December 14. The WCTU hosted an old glory social. Travelers visit from Mason City and Ashville while others return home for holidays. Mrs. Kate Smith dies after illness. Seminary students staged an entertainment at Frewsburg amid a good turnout. An essay urging care for those alone at Christmas closes the item.
Andrew Peterson of Bradford visits friends in Putnanville. Miss Mabel Knapp visits Warren. School closed for county institute and holidays. H P Greenland of Marsh Town visits Warren. A Foster family of Lander visits here. Mr and Mrs E R Clark of Glade visit relatives. Mrs Polly Clark listed sick. Mr and Mrs H A Putnam visit Marshtown. Mr and Mrs A F Lyon of Marsh Town visit here.
December 20 item notes Mrs S S Wead visiting daughter Mrs Robi Patterson at Corry. Schools take vacation for county institute. Henry Measor remains critically ill with no recovery expectation. K OT M members visited Corry tent on the 19th initiating forty two new members. G R Stearns learns of niece Miss Ola Leighton’s death in Evansville Indiana on December 7.
A sensational health ad claims a universal cure for stomach weakness and indigestion. It promises immediate relief from the first dose and asserts permanent results with no failure. Sold by Hertzel & Saner in Warren Pennsylvania.
E. W. Sealy, manager, advertises carpet cleaning including laying, chenille curtain cleaning, and feather renovation with satisfaction guaranteed. Works behind Mansion House. orders left at the Mansion.
Before spending your money for Christmas, remember printers grocers and butchers may buy gifts too. Society Cards say if you belong to any secret society and want an address card with a handsomely erased emblem of the order, visit the Mail Office and make your selection.
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