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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1883
Page
2
Gov. Pattison’s message to the Legislature criticizes high Philadelphia office fees, urges abolition of the first class city recorder, and notes clerks earning more than their superiors. He calls for wage notice standards, nonpartisan apportionment, revocation of unused charters, and enforcing equal railroad and canal rights across the state.
Clause committee reports a provision to reimburse those hurt by liquor ban. critics say passage would deplete state funds by thirty to forty million dollars. Also features on Bell Telephone expansion, new postal money order, President Arthur and temperance women visit, new five cent nickel, and remarks about Reconstruction leaders and governors Pattison and Parsons.
An analysis argues forests do not raise rainfall but preserve it by reducing evaporation and soil wash. The writer cites Western Pennsylvania floods causing bridge and property damage and warns widespread forest stripping fuels flood and drought risk, urging action to stop tree loss in mountain and hillside regions.
William E. Dodge of New York a merchant and temperance advocate dies at 77 after a lifelong public role including Congress service and philanthropy leaving an estimated fortune of 5 million dollars. Marshall Jewell ex governor and Republican National Committee chair dies after a storied career including Russia envoy and Postmaster General, leaving a legacy in 1880 as committee head. Knights of Honor report 8.178 million dollars in life insurance paid to families at about 11 dollars per member per year amid yellow fever costs.
Feb 27 marks Longfellow's birthday as discussion grows for a nationwide subscription drive to fund a Cambridge Massachusetts memorial honoring the poet who resided there for many years. The plan seeks broad American participation to support the commemorative project.
The author argues that oil exchange gambling is a rigged game of chance, with dealers controlling the outcome and players buying into a trap. He likens it to a rat trap and quail snare, warning that novices suffer inevitable loss while bankers profit. The piece declares the practice morally exposed and indefensible.
The essay discusses Lent as a time of self denial and devotion for Erie and Warren residents, noting social restraint and potential spiritual benefits. It contrasts regional flood dangers with a notable display of charitable relief, praising Christian benevolence across communities and detailing recent giving to flood victims in Germany and the U S. The piece also comments on economic conditions, labor, tariffs, and a controversy over Dixmont Hospital, urging trust in a legislative inquiry into Dr Levin’s charges.
The Erie Crawford district debate notes Warren’s role in providing candidates for nearby voters. The Warren critic questions the reliance on Erie allies for nominations while praising Warren’s past ability to supply people who win seats. Col Watson is praised for activity and efficiency. Judge Scofield is lauded for a decade of influential service in the House.
Miss Alice Blaine, daughter of ex Secretary Blaine, wed Brevet Col. John J. Coppinger at her father’s residence with Rev. Dr Chapelle officiating. Also, Miss Mary Walker Brewster, daughter of the Attorney General, married Robert J. W. Koons at Epiphany Church in a ceremony attended by President Arthur and prominent figures.
An advertisement asserts a Western Pennsylvania and New York patient's suffering from failed doctors and eroding limbs was cured by Peruna after spending over 1000 dollars. The narrative claims drastic improvement from near death to full health, noting the author mentions Dr. Hartman's Ills of Life and a page citation.
The Texas cold spell persists with temperatures at zero in the north and around ten above in Austin. The collapse of Ferry Brothers lumber dealers at Grand Rapids and Utah mining operators entangles Sen ator Ferry in financial ruin. He has long been regarded a capable and successful businessman.
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