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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1877
Page
2
The Bennetts and May duel near Marydell Maryland ends without injuries after three shots at 15 yards. Reports say both men faced police and public scrutiny as observers discuss legality and possible further action.
The legislature opens with slow pace as committees begin to form. In the House Lindsey is named to General Judiciary and New County committees. In the Senate Stone chairs New County and serves on General Judiciary and Compare Bills. The plan for a New County below us is to be reintroduced.
The city of Lockport plans a steam heating system with Holly the pump inventor installing machinery. Each district will have its own boiler and mains run to houses so occupants only must open a faucet to receive heat. The idea faces skepticism from veterans and locals.
Dr. Talmadge of New York reflects on the harsh realities of editorial work. He laments the lack of sympathy for editors reporters and printers while noting the frequent blame and criticism they endure for public missteps.
Commodore Vanderbilt's will distributes the bulk of his immense property to his son William H. Vanderbilt. The document emphasizes continued corporate influence and business foresight, with minimal provisions for charity or friends. The financier's life centers on wealth accumulation and perpetuating the Vanderbilt power.
Gen Bartow of New York tried to bully lawyer Root by sending a duel challenge over undelivered papers. Root dismissed the threat with a sharp retort and Bartow later claimed he was joking. The exchange highlights the tense era and asks why such a man was favored by Tilden.
In Buffalo last week a street railways dispute sparked a lively street protest as workers and residents shoveled snow back onto tracks after snow plows pushed it onto sidewalks. Cars were suspended in some streets and a woman with a broom earned the nickname a “clean sweep.”
Scuwyter Corrax argues that a deed must be signed in presence of witnesses to ensure it is a public act. He notes that the witnesses’ role concerns the act itself, not the land or title, likening them to the two Houses overseeing opening and counting.
A coalition of New York financiers representing over 100 million dollars petition Congress to cancel the 1.5 million dollar Centennial appropriation. They argue the bulk of funds for the national event were raised privately in Philadelphia and nearby areas and should be repaid from the proceeds.
Next November voters may choose an Auditor General and State Treasurer. Probable Auditor General contenders include Hon. Galusha A. Grow of Susquehanna County, Gen. Howard Reeder of Northampton County, and Ex-Senator Heilman of Lebanon County. Chris. MaGee of Pittsburg is named for State Treasurer.
The Democrats boasted that South Carolina backed Tilden, then a House committee’s full inquiry awards the state to Hayes. They expect Florida and Louisiana to align with Hayes, yet cannot reverse course all at once.
State Treasurer Rawle seeks Attorney General opinion on constitutionality of paying postage and envelopes for members. A $12,000 theft from the Illinois National Bank of Chicago was recovered via a third party. Harrisburg reform measures led to about $100,000 extra pay, now questioned as unconstitutional. James Gordon mocks the duel with blank cartridges. Hilton Head residents name a new church St. Simon's Chapel aided by Senator Cameron.
In a Washington letter dated December 25, 1876, Senator John Sherman denies a Cincinnati Enquirer report that his party paid his expenses in New Orleans. He states each person paid own costs and calls the accusation false and criminal folly. He also criticizes the Enquirer and discusses misconduct cited in Louisiana regarding electoral votes for Tilden.
At the December 28 meeting, the Penna. Railroad Board thanked all officers and employees for faithful service and the Centennial year results. The preamble and resolutions were sent to all employees by General Manager Frank Thompson.
Mr Mourphy, a temperance reformer, reports over six thousand pledges signed in Pittsburg. Saloon keepers complain of falling trade as meetings create excitement. Night after night the city’s largest church is filled and crowds are turned away for lack of room.
General Hancock states he was never ordered to the Pacific by the President and Secretary of War and thus did not refuse to obey. The remark is presented as a defense of his stance, with a concluding remark that Hancock is mistaken.
The PresbyTERIAN minister Lee from down East faced trial before the Newark Presbytery for allowing a woman to preach in his pulpit. Members indicated no favorable outcome expected from Nazareth.
Wiser F Parker, known to sportsmen for the Parker gun and founder of the Rod and Gun, died in Florida after years of illness caused by consumption. The brief notice notes his prominence in sporting circles and his lasting influence on firearms and fishing clubs.
Tuar $3,000 Cronin who did the Oregon business was called Tilden's ex treme Western agent. Further East the prices were higher.
A Louisiana registration tally indicating a Republican edge of 15 000 raises questions about why the state favored Hayes and Wheeler in the election context. The contrast between registration data and voting outcome prompts analysis of regional political dynamics.
The New York Tribune reports on a Columbus gathering where resolutions claimed the president in Congress cannot be counted without Senate concurrence and urged armed defense if needed. Ex congressmen warned of millions ready to fight and urged constitutional, peaceful resolution amid loud calls for “Tilden or a free fight.”
Professor P H Maulsmren of Stockholm attests Hall's Vegetable Sicilian Hair Renewer restores gray hair to original color. Test conducted at SerafimerHotel finds it harmless and valuable for such cases. July 1863.
A dated reflection from Warren on faith sustaining amid life’s trials. The author contends only heavenly companionship and immortal grace satisfy the deep spiritual needs, describing heaven as the ultimate home and source of undying happiness beyond earthly joys.
Keystone Notes surveys state finance with a debt under fourteen million dollars and notes Harrisburg’s new post office cost of 160000. It covers bonds for Philadelphia’s sheriff at 172000, temperance growth, and a Lancaster law office turned barber shop. It mentions a Williamsport Christmas gift of slippers, Pennsylvania internal revenue at 5,079,432, and unmarked graves of Governor Geary and Gen Rawlings. It notes oil-train competition between Pennsylvania Railroad main line and Philadelphia and Erie division for a contract to move all oil.
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