Local Home Matters and Notices in Warren
February 6 1883 Warren Mail itemizes community updates including Lent start February 7 Venus as morning star notes early spring forecast Deviled Auction at Roscoe Hall February 7 County Statement for taxpayers Lous Meyer to open barber shop MIntzer building Warren Literary Society meets at A Geroulds Dance class by Mrs Bernard Masquerade success L and B party at Music Hall guests from Jamestown and return to Warren Hotel.
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Roscoe Hall
L. G. Noyes Drug Store
Loiis Meyer
Mintzer
Bridge
Warren
Literary and Musical Society of the Baptist Church
Methodist Church
Thoburn
Jacob Keller
Anna Willson
Lyde R. O’donnell
Fannie Emory
Lala Clark
DeEmma Partridge
Personal Notes From Town Circulating Inferred Moves
Personal paragraphs mention Hon. L. F. Watson and Hon. C. M. Shortt with public docs. Mrs A E Goodrich trips to Titusville. J J Boyce visits from Indiana to meet wife and daughters at R P King's. Ex Sheriff Randall eyed as borough Constable candidate. Hugh Coyle, old newspaperman, tours town as advance agent for Devil's Auction troupe, scheduled for Roscoe Hall. Mrs O D Glenn visits family and hosts a dancing party at Music Hall. John Sunderland arrives from Philadelphia to advance Struthers Library building work. S Sunderland plans hall entertainments next fall and will oversee Hoffmann hotel building in spring.
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L. F. Watson
Devil’s Auction
Roscoe Hall
O. D. Glenn
D. V.stranahan
Music Hall
John Sunderland
Philadelphia
Struthers Library
Hoffman Hotel
Devil's Auction dazzles Philadelphia with demon ballet
A February show in Philadelphia features the Devil's Auction a spectacular play with demons and multiple extravaganzas and a ballet troupe. The large traveling company has drawn attention in the closing weeks of 1882 and early 1883.
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Philadelphia
Picture Presented to President Arthur in 1882
A. L. Morrison canvasses the borough and county for a portrait produced Oct 9 1882. President Arthur received a copy that afternoon and praised it as novel and fine, expressing he would place it in his library and accept one for the White House, with thanks to F Myers & Co.
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A. L. Morrison
Arthur
White House
F. Myers & Co
Local Firm Dissolves. Geo Ball & Co to Continue
Geo Ball & Co of Warren dissolves by mutual consent on January 23, 1883. Geo Ball will continue the business at the old stand offering $60,000 worth of clothing and furnishings at cost to reduce stock. Bargains include a $12 overcoat now $5.50 and deep discounts on suits and pantaloons. Settlement notice requests prompt payment with 5 percent deduction for settling within 30 days.
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Geo. Ball & Co
Warren
Geo. Ball
Gerorge Batt
Grorge
Geo. Bo! & Co
George Bull
Oil report notes monthly wells and production in Forest county
The monthly oil report shows 125 wells completed in the oil region and 2 760 barrels of daily production, with December figures at 123 wells and 2 550 barrels. Total rigs and drilling counts rise from 255 to 262 by month end, with Forest county supplying most new production. Gusher City upspringing as a new oil town near Reed and Brenneman, while Clarendon field shows renewed activity and Allegany wells decline.
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Forest County
Blizzard
Cooper Tract
Cherry Grove
Warren County
Reed & Brenneman
Forest City
Farnsworth
Clarendon Field
Allegheny River
Allegany Field
Flood Destruction Reaches Warren as Bridges Fail
Heavy rain and rapidly thawing ground trigger a destructive flood in Warren. Ice jams bore down bridges including the Conewango and the old covered bridge, flooding cellars and streets while gas works go underwater. Rail service halted. roads and ferries mobilized amid debate over rebuilding responsibility.
Roberts Torpedo Patent Extension Introduced in House
Congressman Tom Young of Ohio introduced a bill to extend Roberts torpedo patent for seven years. The move surprised Pennsylvania members and faces opposition from local producers who vow to defeat it in committee. A Warren meeting raised funds to oppose the measure as Bradford and Oil City communities hear of the effort.
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Roberts
Tom Young
Ohio
House
Washington Dispatch
Pennsylvania
W. B. Roberts
Titusville
Indian Territory
Young
Appropriations Hearings For Warren Danville Harrisburg Hospitals
The Committee on appropriations heard superintendents from Warren Danville and Harrisburg lunatic hospitals. Warren seeks 40000 for two years 20000 for furniture 30000 for improvements while board of charities limits to maintenance and furniture. A House committee will report favorably on 90000 for Warren. P Greenland advertises large stock of furniture sold at low prices.
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Harrispura
Committee On Appropriations
Warren
Danville
Harrisburg
Curwen
Warren Hospital
Board of Charities
Phil C. Garrett
P. Greenland
Episcopal Church
P. Greenlands
Neighboring towns report flood damage across multiple cities
The Oil City Blizzard edition recounts rapid flooding on February 4 in Oil City with submerged cellars and a damaged press. Titusville reports bridge collapse and drownings. Brantford and Meadville describe extensive inundation, boat rescues, and numerous destroyed structures. Pittsburgh notes an eight to eighteen foot rise with many vessels lost.
Stoves Modernize Church and Local Progress
County correspondence notes church stoves warmer and nicer. Evening meetings closed. Oscar Young sick with typhoid fever attended by Dr. Whitney. George Haupin of Stillwater draws stone for a summer house. Ice storage active this winter. Oscar Peterson prepares for next season's dairy work on EF. A. Allen fills his ice house. Sleighing on the ice among youths. Grant Tuttle away for vacation due to measles at his school. School progresses. Miss Platt teaches German after hours. Dance at the hall last night. Mr and Mrs Morely visit Jerry Laquay's. Miss Platt and scholars discuss a future literary event. Feb 3, 1883. Fairn.
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Oscar Young
Dr. Whitney
George Haupin
Stillwater
Oscar Peterson
EF. A. Allen
Grant Tuttle
Miss Platt
Morely
Jerry Laquay
Oil region notes and local updates from January 29 1883
J S Allen and Co plan a large stock of logs. Joy and partners will drill the Sayer farm well 1000 feet deeper to reach Bradford or Clarendon sand. The well is about 60 feet deep and production is declining. new wells must come soon or the oil town may fade. Frank Whaley in New York keeping books. George Peck behind Wood Bros. counter. Johnny has joined the office. Fiddler buried a two week old child last Tuesday. Jan 29 1883.
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J.S. Allen & Co
T. C. Joy
Titusville
Sayer Farm
Bradford
Clarendon
Harry Dunham
Mai
Grand Valley
KK. W. Thompson & Son
World
Frank Whaley
New York
George Peck
Wood Bros
Johnny
Mr. Fiddler
Bridges and floods reshape life around Glade area
The region faces heavy floods with broken bridges and water damage to Conewango and nearby streams. Groundhog or weather seems to blame, but new bridges are needed and traffic is rerouted for teams and foot passengers. Local businesses open in St Peter's hall and Glade to supply groceries and dry goods as residents moved upstairs during high water.
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Glade
Warren
Clarendon
Sheffield
Stearns
Jackson Run
Conewango
Glade Run
Brokenstraw
Youngsville
Irvineton
Geo. P. Orr & Co
St. Peter’s Hall
J. G. Brown
Warren & Jefferson rail line to reach Pittsburg
Rumored syndicate of Eastern and English capitalists to push the Warren and Jefferson road to a March start. Plans extend from North Warren through Brookville to Pittsburg, tapping coal iron and lumber regions. Additional updates cover bridge work at Salamanca, telegraph operator retirements, baggage limits, local mills, and a quiet wedding in early February.
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Titusville
Salamanca
Union
Salamanca & Olean
Summerdale
Cross Cut
Pennsylvania
Louisville wager tops hour and a half waltz record
Minnie Lee and Mary Crane of Louisville wagered they could waltz an hour without stopping. After an hour and a half the music failed and they could have danced two hours if not for the musicians giving out.
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L. G. Norgs
Minnie Lee
Mary Crane
Louisville
Please renew subscription before expiration date
The notice urges readers to check the date opposite their name on the Mat and renew immediately if the subscription has expired or is about to expire. It emphasizes prompt action to avoid service interruption.
County News Highlights and Local Notes
M Kean county reports donations and oil city welcomes a new union depot. Clarendon shows many widows and bachelors over 30. Fredonia Censor marked at 63 with long-time editor McKinstry. Buffalo tramps treated oddly while Youngsville church dedicated with $5 000 cost. Sugar Grove hosts Teachers Institute with talks on Hygiene and recitations.
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M’kean
Oil City
Clarendon
Titusville
Fredonia Censor
McKinstry
Erie
Corry
Buffalo
M. E
Youngsville
Dr. Edwards
Randolph
I. N. Clover
Teachers Institute
Sugar Grove
Thompson
Warren County
Arird
D. A. Arird
F. Hoge
Tidioute
J. L. Burroughs
M. D
Wm. H. McCollins
Flood Strains Roads Mills and Bridges Across Ackley Area
The high water in Ackley and Conewango rivers has caused major damage with several road bridges undermined and a railroad bridge damaged. A special train brought Supt Thayer and Supervisor Irvine to inspect the destruction. a waterlogged track near Fentonville forced them to remain. A stone train from below was sent to shore up the undermined bridge. Hiram Tappin returns to town after years in Michigan. Frank More resumes axe horn production after a fire. Pine Grove schools are criticized for poor facilities and neglect to modernize. Feb 5, 1885.
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Ackley Run
Fry’s Mill
Thayer
Irvine
Fentonville
Hiram Tappin
Michigan
Frank Clark
Frank More
Pine Grove
Unclaimed Letters in Warren Post Office Warren County
Letter list shows items addressed to multiple recipients remain unclaimed in the Warren Post Office. At this date, letters addressed to persons including vn er rol remain unclaimed and will be sent to the Dead Letter Office if not called for within thirty days.
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Warren
Warren Co
Tailor Jacob Keller Announces New Fall Stock and Services
Jacob Keller the Tailor reveals a large stock of Fall Suitings Overcoatings Pantaloons imported and domestic ready for latest fall and winter styles. He employs skilled workmen and guarantees satisfaction. Located upstairs on Second Street near Liberty.
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Jacob Keller
Second Street
Liberty
Walnut Leaf Hair Restorer Advertised as Pure Vegetable Formula
The advertisement promotes Walnut Leaf Hair Restorer as a clear vegetable remedy that quickly relieves dandruff, restores gray hair to natural color, and stimulates new growth without affecting health. It claims to outshine sulfur, lead compounds, and silver nitrate products and promises glossy brown hair in days. Smith Kline & Co. and Hall & Ruckel are listed as wholesale agents.
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SMITH KLINE & + 0
Psai and
Hall & Ruckel
New
Countywide Correspondent Plan Offers Free Mart and Aid
The plan enlists a correspondent in every town in the county and promises the Mart will supply stationery and postage at no cost. Readers nationwide are urged to send in facts, which will be shaped for publication if needed.
Ambivalent Silence Delays Specie Payment in America
The remark notes that some American men may never resume specie payments until their deaths, suggesting a persistent reluctance to return to gold or silver convertibility. The analysis frames monetary policy as tied to ideological stances, implying ongoing resistance among certain actors.
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America
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Jamestown
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