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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1904
Page
3
A memoir style essay on begging letters detailing typical pleas for loans and support. It describes imposture and genuine need, the social ties that prompt requests, and the risks of mishandling such correspondence, including amusing anecdotes of misdirected charity and misread generosity.
A southern observer argues the Negro question is unsolvable and that whites will not tolerate Black advancement. He asserts economic equality triggers danger, notes class-based hostility across regions, and claims African elevation is incompatible with white society.
The piece argues that as unions gain power they must restrain themselves and align with society. It warns that without self discipline, unions risk political and social backlash, and that leaders bear responsibility for managing power rather than relying on rank and file.
Senator Scott released an executive review opposing Brig. Gen. Wood’s promotion citing gifts from Jai Alai Havana, alleged press complicity with Maj. Runcie, and questions about Wood’s role in battle. He argued Wood must defend himself in person and disprove accusations before confirmation.
The steamship Clallam of the Seattle-Victoria line went down early Saturday in the Straits of Juan De Fuca. Fifty two people died, all women and children aboard perished. Rescue efforts were made for the women and children in lifeboats as the ship sank near shore.
Washington January 12 three officers at the army base declined to accept immediate retirement with higher rank Brig Gen John F Weston commissary general Brig Gen A W Greely chief signal officer and Brig Gen G M Randall commanding the Department of Luzon Each officer was offered major general rank on condition of retirement and all declined preferring active duty to compelled promotion.
In Topeka Kansas yesterday an unknown person cut a canvas strip from the center of Custers Last Battle in the state capital historical room. Miss Blanche Boies, linked to Carrie Nation, had attacked the painting with an ax on Saturday and was arrested and released on bail. She said she aimed to destroy the painting because it was a gift from a brewing firm.
The Chicago and New York limited express on the Erie railroad derailed Monday at Sands Switch about 150 miles from New York. The entire train left the rails. seven passengers were injured including E. F Hivegen of Chicago, Mrs. L. F. Meriman of Akron Ohio, and Mrs. Anni Baker of Westfield New Jersey. Injuries not considered dangerous.
A collection of verses reflecting on maternal loss, humble virtue, and everyday heroism. Poets praise the ordinary person who shapes nations through quiet deeds, while others honor a mother’s memory and the dignity of home life in contrast to public fame.
A composite of verses by Francis Annelsey in Chambers' Journal and L. B. Durrant in Pearson's Magazine plus Hope lines by A Rutherford in the New York Observer. The texts reflect themes of youth, memory, grief, and comforting solace through sleep, dawn, and heaven.
A Philadelphia convention scene gives a Irish Brogue quip about committee size and a tote vote joke. The notice shifts to a seed catalog promotion from Salzer Seed Co offering high yields per acre for 1904 crops. Includes farm seed offers, prices, and sample descriptions aiming to spur orders.
Advertisements tout California benefits through titles like the San Joaquin Valley and California Industries, published by the Southern Pacific Company. Free of agents, these works highlight sunlit outdoors, golf and tennis while routing Sunet Route via New Orleans and El Paso to Los Angeles. W G Neimyer cites Chicago address. A joke about a hat bill closes the snippet.
Seed company promotion touts Teosinte, Billion Dollar Grass, Victoria Rape as high yielding fodders with claimed per acre tonnage. Offers 10c stamps to John A Salter Seed Co for a catalog and farm seed samples. Includes humorous quoted dialogue from a Philadelphia newspaper clipping.
German chemist claims a coal oil based healing agent that relieves muscular rheumatism neuralgia headaches toothache earache backache lameness sprains and chilblains after few applications. Sold as Dr Bayer’s Penetrating Oil in 25c and 50c bottles with a money back warranty. The Chicago Tribune adds a note about forgiving others’ enemies.
Winter tourist tickets sale announced via Queen and Crescent Route, Southern Railway and lines to South Southeast and Southwest. Fare valid for return until May 31 1904 with routes via Lookout Mountain Atlanta and return via Asheville and the Land of the Sky. Information from W C Rinearson Cincinnati Ohio.
Eugene E. Lario of Denver asserts three years later that Dean's Kidney Pills stopped his back ache and have kept him free of pain since. He repeats his 1899 endorsement, noting relief from long desk sitting. FosterMilburn Co., Buffalo, NY, sells them for 50 cents per box.
A husband and wife debate whether Lucy should have her voice cultivated if the expense is reasonable. The couple considers investment in singing lessons as a family improvement.
N W Samuel of Ocean Grove New Jersey endorses Piso's Cure for consumption as an infallible medicine for coughs and colds in a February 17 1900 testimonial.
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