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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1896
Page
2
The Warren Mail lists subscription terms of 1 per year in advance within the county and 1.26 outside the county. Advertising rates set at 1 per square for the first insertion and 50 cents for each further insertion with space measured by an inch square. Local notices cost 5 cents per line per insertion.
E R Peirce of Warren and W L Wikorr of Warren borough seek Borough Collector positions. W Sersaly also runs for Warren Borough Collector. A Dunn of Tidioute is announced for Delegate to Warren County in the Republican State Convention 1897. George W Peck of Eldred Township seeks Sheriff, as does Joan Fuellhart of Warren County, both subject to Republican primaries.
The passage recounts shepherds in the fields, angels declaring good tidings to all people, a savior born in David’s city, and the heavenly host praising God with peace and goodwill toward men. It emphasizes the birth of Christ and the sign of the swaddled baby in a manger.
The Senate passed the Lodge bill amending the 1891 act to exclude illiterate immigrants over sixteen who cannot read or write their language or another common tongue. An admissible immigrant may bring a wife or parent or grandchild despite illiteracy. Reading tests use five lines from the U S Constitution on printed slips. A Cuba exception is noted. a conference committee will resolve House differences.
Writers debate replacing the blanket ballot with a single column showing candidates by office and party, or adopting New York style voting machines. Advocates argue the Australian style is clear and fair, while machines offer secrecy, speed, and accurate counts at low cost.
The Times declares bankers public servants and trustees to the public. They are debtors to the public for millions and hundreds of millions, and their skill and fidelity safeguard both individual and public welfare. Pennsylvania bankers are safe, conservative, and progressive, meeting to pursue improvements and better ways to serve clients and protect funds.
The foreign relations committee reported a proposed Cuba independence resolution by Senator Cameron. It would acknowledge Cuban independence and urge U S diplomacy with Spain to end the war. Markets fell on the news, newspapers ran with war talk, and Senate chatter continued after the holiday break, though passage is unlikely and a veto probable.
Senator Gorman warned Republicans that no tariff legislation could pass this session. The piece notes a $190,000,000 federal deficit since 1893 under President Cleveland funded by bond money claimed for the gold standard. It criticizes Cleveland and Democratic leaders for defending the Wilson tariff amid revenue strain and credit concerns.
A richly illustrated feature in Demorest's Magazine January issue highlights the famed annual horse show in New York City. The piece praises the fashion department for smart, modish, and practical styles across women's wear.
The first newspaper almanac for 9) issued in the Philadelphia Record serves as a household guide and a complete political manual covering national state and municipal affairs.
Mason McKintey and his wife returned to Canton Wednesday afternoon with relatives after a pleasant visit in Chicago filled with busy activities.
An advertisement claims South American Nervine cures every case of weak stomach and nervous weakness. It promises immediate help, no failures, and lasting happiness. Sold by Noyes Drug Store in Warren, Pennsylvania.
When you want clothes repaired visit Mrs Casemere at 305 Second St next to the Mail Office. Her prices are low and her work is first class she can sew a rip or patch a garment so it looks better than when first purchased. Call her anytime.
Brief item notes a selection of gift articles priced at a quarter each offered by Siegfrieds and pastor. Cabinets are suggested as suitable Christmas presents available for purchase at N Greenlund’s store.
Spano becomes fourth state to grant full woman suffrage. McKinley carried his home ward city county and state. Bryan won South Dakota while McKinley led North Dakota. total votes about 130,000. Bail set at $800 for Rev. Curry on libel charges. Duffy leaves Philadelphia M E Conference amid grave charges. Noted Paris maker of charcoal lamp filaments priced at $8,000 per pound for 20 candle lamps and $12,000 per pound for 30 candle lamps.
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company promotes four personally conducted tours to Florida for 1897 with departures January 28 March 9 February 9 and 23. Tours include two weeks in the state with return valid until May 31. Round trip rates are 50 dollars from New York and 48 dollars from Philadelphia with varying rates from other points. Tickets and itineraries available through agents or Geo. W. Boyd at Broad Street Station Philadelphia.
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company offers annual tours to California with Pullman palace cars. For 1897 three tours depart New York Philadelphia and Pittsburgh on January 27 February 24 and March 27, including San Diego San Francisco Salt Lake City Denver Chicago routes. Rates range 210 to 350 dollars round trip with five to nine months return options and details at ticket offices or George W. Boyd Broad Street Station Philadelphia.
Citizens of Pennsylvania report cures from Chamberlains Cough Remedy with testimonials from W W Spillen J W McConnell and J A Van Valzah. Dr F Winger notes a complete cure for cigar maker J D Kline after other remedies failed. Sold at 25 and 50 cents per bottle by Morris & Mullen Warren P B Canfield Corydon.
Albert Dillabaugh and wife to RE Hayes and others in Walcon. C A Anderson and wife to W W Goodwell Eldred for 100 dollars. Truman D Collins and wife to Orion Siggins in Watson for 1 dollar. Harry B B to Job Hunter Triumph for wd. Cave to Lillie G Betts Col a Oreat Oil Co by Atty to Samuel C Conanetta for 1500 dollars. Willey and wife to Burton W ie for 225 dollars. Roger et al to Andrew Fisher Warren for 2170 dollars. Andrew Fisher estate to W M Lindsey et al Warren for 3171 dollars. W W Wilbur and wife to Edward Lindsey Warren for 1 dollar. W M Lindsey and wife to same Warren for 1 dollar. Fr Skiff and wife to Simeon Trim. Wm T Faring and wife to Chas O Rodgers Bear.
A historical excerpt presents a child’s shocking Xmas wish list. The letter to Santa mocks parental authority, asking for noisy weapons a drum, a powder gun, a hatchet, a mirror smashed, a dog to kick, and candy to sicken, with threats of divine punishment and harsh rebellion.
Fifty members of the Pennsylvania state senate, forty four Republicans and six Democrats, dined with Senator Quay in Washington on K Street. The gathering signaled solid support for Philadelphian Penrose’s candidate for Cameron’s Senate seat ahead of the upcoming political maneuvering.
Three and a half days to the coast via Nickel Plate road with fast train connections to California. A weekly through tourist sleeping car runs every Thursday. For low rates, fast time, and comfort, contact a Nickel Plate agent or B F Horner General Passenger Agent Cleveland.
In Solid Sterling Silver items the store lists hats brushes hair brushes combs match boxes cream jars bonnet brushes scissors nail polishers and Pinget bottles with prices from $1 to $4. Prices start at $1.25 for bonnet brushes and rise to $4 for hair brushes. Hundreds of small novelties are offered at trifling costs with free engraving.
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