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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1888
Page
2
The Warren Mail notes Cyrus Dunkle as a Republican Constable candidate and Jerome L. Cogswell as a Collector candidate, both pending nomination by the Republican Borough Caucus. John G. Brown is listed as a candidate for Collector as well, subject to caucus nomination.
Commentary discusses General Sheridan's campaign push in Boston and wonders if Pennsylvania Governor Beaver could unite the Republican Party and carry New York. It extols Beaver’s loyalty, record, and character as a unifying, practical, nonsectarian choice, noting he would likely prefer state leadership yet could succeed the current President.
The Bradford era argues R B Stone should be named for the Republican Congressional nomination in the district where Senator Emery may run. Venango and Cameron offer strong delegates like C W Mackey and Judge Cochran, with Stone possibly as a delegate at large.
Forty five Democratic House members declined to join a party plot to oust James B. White who won Indiana by over 2000. The Elections Committee sought to dethrone him over naturalization records, but White proved naturalized by oath and witnesses, thwarting the partisan move.
J A Netll of Titusville is appointed Bank Examiner replacing Hugh Young who succeeded Alden of Warren. Netll is a hard shell Democrat and supporter of Congressman Scott, aligning with Cleveland reform but opposed by Republicans who warn he may vacate under a Blaine or Sheridan administration.
An authority on hygiene recommends a sitting room at 60 to 65 degrees, a study at 60 degrees, and a sleep room never above 60 degrees, often cooler. He notes regional natural gas burning raises room heat and reduces fresh air, harming health.
The text argues that duties should defend and develop home industry for the benefit of all, ensuring cheap production through diversified domestic industry and competition among local producers. It contends every American should be a protectionist to build up the nation.
The Clearfield district honors Hon. John Patton M D for supplying Senator Sherman's celebrated speech on the President's message. Patton, former Congressman, remains linked to his old district and its constituents.
The passage reports the election of Dr Parton as President of Princeton College replacing Dr McCosh. It notes Parton is said to be well qualified mentally yet has no football experience, raising questions about his suitability for success in the college leadership.
J W Phintips editor of Chippewa Falls Wisconsin is mistaken for Henry Ward Beecher prompting humor as editors and ministers resemble one another in appearance and manner.
The New York Sun notes that a monkey when drunk behaves like a man and that a man when drunk behaves worse than a monkey. The remark foregrounds the comparison as a satirical take on inebriation and human conduct.
Gilbert and Sullivan production highly praised, with the company inviting audiences to attend Trial by Jury at Library Hall on Thursday February 16.
A letter from James G Blaine conveys his decision not to allow his name to be presented at the Chicago National Republican Convention of June 1888. He cites personal reasons and gratitude to supporters, reflects on party prospects, and urges Republican unity while preferring private citizenship.
The conference plan allocates three Cameron, five Venango, five Warren, five McKean delegates chosen by county committees. Primaries held district wide on same day. Chairmen meet within a week to set district convention time no later than twenty days after primaries. Nomination requires a majority. April 14 fixed for primary by R B Stone.
A Boston Journal Washington correspondent quotes Senator Quay of Pennsylvania calling Cleveland’s nomination unlikely. He estimates anti Cleveland strength by rail of state blocs totaling 298 votes, with New York, Virginia, Pennsylvania pivotal, and claims 30 extra votes defeat Cleveland’s renomination if anti Cleveland forces organize and act as a unit.
The Aberdeen Republican praises Gen Harrison Allen of Fargo for his G A R leadership and hints at a possible Republican nomination for delegate to Congress. It argues his wide network could benefit Dakota, while lamenting ongoing Republican divisions and urging a Democratic nominee to prevail.
Daily updates announced for a subscription list with the Philadelphia Weekly Press and the Mail at 1.75 dollars in advance. The notice emphasizes prepaid pricing and ongoing enrollment.
A Lawrence correspondent outlines four methods by which Prohibition is evaded in Kansas. The loan and borrow plan distributes misnamed spirits among clubs. the underground system moves inferior whisky through secret stores to workers. the joint plan sells cheap drink as cider in various shops. and the drug-store plan exploits pharmacies. Enforcement strains state and city governments as infractions persist.
Citizens worry about a cracked ceiling in the Albany Assembly chamber undermining legislative work. Officials dismiss danger, saying harm would require a direct hit to a vital area.
Wheat futures higher for February and March while May slips. Corn up with February and March quotes. oats down. Provisions show mixed gains in cash and near contracts. Cattle and hogs active with firm tone. sheep steady. Regional buyers note coarse and medium corn and oats quality in multiple western and midwestern basins.
Money on call eased to 2 38 cents with closing offered at 2 2 percent. Sterling exchange held steady at 4 314 for 60 day bills and 4864 for demand. Government bonds remained dull and steady with 4s coupon at 126 percent and 468 coupon at 10734.
Buffalo cattle market active with common to fair quality at 8.10 to 4.50 and good to choice shipping 4.50 to 75.00. Haas steady with fair demand. Mixed tons and anxious buyers with Yorkers around 0.80 to .49 and selected forkers near 0.60 to 1.00.
Market reports from East Liberty show cattle prices ranging from fair to good at 4.25 to 4.50, common 3.60 to 3.75. Notes include New York Yorkers at 5.60, Philadelphia stock at 5.60, and common to fair light cattle around 5.20 to 5.35.
Milwaukee market notes show steady cash grain values with corn firmer at No. 2 White 82 1 2 cents, soybeans at No. 4 46 1 2 cents, rye higher at No. 1 60 1 2 cents. Oats steady at No. 2 White 82 1 2 cents. May futures and price movements are cited.
St Louis market notes show lower cash prices for No 2 red wheat at 914 to 9 1/4 cents per bushel with May delivery at 1 cent. Corn steady cash at 45 to 45 1/2 cents, March 45 1/2 cents, May around 4 1/4 to 4 3/4.
A sweeping roundup reports disasters and upheavals from Belmont Ohio where a boiler explosion killed seven, to Paris corruption probes and Belgian Bank fears. It notes weather extremes, political shifts, labor strife, a New York bank scandal, and a heroic Illinois teacher’s death after a blizzard ordeal.
Our county organizer Mrs. H. C. Lott reports a re organized Union in Fagundas with new officers led by Miss Lillian Miles and Mrs. Asa Miles. The column highlights heroic acts in the Dakota blizzard, names Miss Minnie Freeman and others, and critiques the so called saloon blizzard with moral arguments and a Stomach Bitters endorsement.
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