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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1900
Page
2
Sheriff Weare authorizes James Brann of Warren to run for Warren County sheriff in the Republican primary process. Brann seeks the post subject to primary results and party decision.
Warren Republican leaders urge voting straight ticket next Tuesday. They claim the borough and ward nominees are capable and deserve broad support from Republicans and independents alike. Voters are urged to vote early and persuade neighbors to do the same, warning against Democratic cross votes.
W C Watson retires from the contest for National Delegate to the Republican National Convention in Warren County. He cites unforeseen circumstances and withdraws from the race against W P Nutting, likely making Nutting one of the district delegates. Also notes British South Africa War figures and rosters as context.
Gov Taylor remains in control in Kentucky as he sends home most troops and convokes the Legislature at Frankfort. Meanwhile Goebel has been buried and Democrats meet in Louisville, acting illegally and facing law and the people’s decision at the polls. Taylor was elected and should serve without protest.
Four years ago Bryanites urged free silver as prices fell. now they clamour for it as prices rise. The core motive remains opposition to the Republican stance, a party accused of contrariness and resistance to progress.
An article extols the ideal girl as a mother’s helper in the home and a versatile, modest companion. She stays neatly dressed in affordable fabrics, avoids loud fashion, adapts to society, and volunteers to assist in emergencies from cooking to mending. She values others, listens well, and foregoes personal pleasures for the good of others.
Bradford pastor circulates letters asking why men neglect church attendance. The Bradford Era notes various reasons including confusion over right church, laziness, Saturday night sociability, work fatigue, view of religion as for others, belief they know more than preachers, love of personal liberty, and hypocrisy among religious leaders leading to male indifference.
Representative Sibley of Pennsylvania has seen an unprecedented flood of mail after switching from Democratic to Republican. Letters pour in from across the nation, praising or condemning him, with clerks shielding him from the harsher notes. A farmer seeks a $1,000 10 year loan secured by her farm.
The article extols American manufacturing strength with superior machinery and skilled labor attracting orders from Europe and Asia. It notes France Russia and others buy high grade locomotives in the United States and that England seeks top steel bridges from American firms. It asserts rising prosperity and shrinking idle workers, framing Republican policy as a vote magnet for 1900.
The Franklin News notes religious revivals within twenty miles of Franklin spread quickly the moment they begin. Converts often try to mend past wrongs by paying old store debts or returning stolen items. Some send anonymous conscience money while others visit stores to settle back accounts or pay for stolen goods. Some also repay printers for papers sent on trust.
A notice from the Industrial Commission in Washington publicizes a statement by S C T Dodd solicitor of the Standard Oil Company. It shows dividends varied from 14 percent in 1882 to 30 percent in 1897. Standard Oil stock surged as it traded at 520 dollars per share in New York amid rumors of higher dividends this year. Franklin Spectator.
The funeral last Friday honored the gallant General Lawton and laid him to rest in Arlington among soldier heroes. The American people contributed about 93 000 dollars to his widow and children to provide a home and relieve need.
Messrs Sturtevant and Bates of Crawford county could not agree on the Republican nomination for Congress and appointed conferees to settle the question. The conferees now cannot agree. The Republican voters of Erie and Crawford counties will decide.
W L Yancy of Paducah Kentucky says three doctors failed to help his kidney disease until FOLEY'S KIDNEY CURE. He reports immediate relief after the first bottle and permanent cure after three bottles. He recommends the remedy. Sold by J M Sieg tied.
The Senate passed a bill to appoint a woman among the seventeen Paris Exposition commissioners, with Mrs. Potter Palmer or Mrs. Daniel Manning likely chosen if the House approves. Secretary Long says Admiral Dewey will serve in an advisory Navy role, freeing him from minor matters while providing guidance on new policies. Also cited is General Joe Wheeler’s expected marriage to a Washington widow after the Spanish war. Senator Morgan believes fortifications will guard the Nicaraguan canal, with negotiations ongoing with Ecuador and Denmark, while Britain maintains Jamaica and Santa Lucia stations. The farmer reading course expands agricultural education in West Virginia, enrolling 132 readers in four divisions under Prof. T. C. Atkeson.
Henry Hall reports in the Philadelphia Times that ex Representative W H King a Mormon not a polygamist is expected to win Utah’s congressional seat formerly held by Brigham H Roberts if Mormon leaders choose. King won in 1896 by about 10 000 votes over Lafayette Holbrook, with Roberts’ polygamous actions cited as the opposition. The piece notes Mormons lean Democratic but church choice can ignore party lines.
For almost 114 years the Pittsburg Commercial Gazette has stood as a reliable daily with world news, AP reporting, fiction, fashion notes, and household tips. It positions itself as an independent, Republican aligned yet not faction driven, offering economics and politics coverage alongside special correspondents and timely features. Annual rates are $3 daily and $1 weekly.
In railroad circles it is believed A J Cassatt president of the Pennsylvania railroad will gain control of the Western New York and Pennsylvania. The move is said to be part of a plan with William K Vanderbilt to redraw territories, with Pennsylvania abandoning some New York Central and Vanderbilt contributed areas while Vanderbilt lines drop competition elsewhere.
The Philadelphia Sunday Press announces next Sunday February 18 readers will receive two free souvenirs. A ten color portrait titled A Yard of Roses by Paul de Longpre will be included, large enough for framing and worth about a dollar. Also a booklet with Emile Gaboriau’s famous detective story will be given, with limited supply and instructions to order quickly.
Pale and sickly children reportedly become strong and well after using Thompson's Sweet Worm Powder sold for 3 cents.
A compilation of comments on papers, politics, and social change spans U S events. Uncle Sam flags new islands in the Philippines while local papers note campaigning, banking tallies, theater trends, and the rise of illustrated news amid evolving public issues.
Reflecting widening circulation and more advertising, the Pittsburg Times touts its high standard and family friendly coverage. It stresses reliability, wholesome instruction, and entertainment, noting Republican leaning but respect for other views and a modest price of three dollars yearly.
Chauncey Depew pays $50,000 as a six year rental for the Corcoran house in Washington. Bishop Satterlee, a friend of Secretary Root, attended school with him. H. V. Mudge began as general manager of the Santa Fe railway by carrying water for track workers. Miss Stainer in Streatham England completes fifty years as Magdalen Chapel organist without missing a Sunday. The Wolcott tradition at Harvard continues with a governor’s son in law school and two in the freshman class. Congressman Needham was born in Carson City while his parents moved west. Champ Clark studies Bible quotations and its influence on law. Senator Hoar notes 95 percent of congressmen wear frock coats and hats. senators prefer business suits. Massachusetts has two Socialist mayors, Chase of Haverhill and Coulter of Brockton. The navy’s highest officer to retire in 1900 is Captain W C Gibson. 1-4 rear admirals retire yearly. Of Prince of Wales predecessors, five reached age 50, five died young or violent. Russian ambassador notes social excess in Washington, beyond Paris, for invitations.
New York reports no change in the 4 masted British ship County of Edinburgh ashore off Point Pleasant New Jersey. Wind remains light and if it stays calm there should be no danger of the vessel breaking up.
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