Political talk swirls over 1886 state tickets
The Warren Mail lists potential candidates for high offices in a future state convention. Gen. Beaver leads the governor’s race with others like C. W. Stone and Amos Mylin contending for lieutenant governor. For U S Senator names include Col. Quay and Galusha A Grow among several others. Audtor General prospects include Col Greimson and Thomas McCannat. State officials Osborn and Keefer tied to internal affairs.
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Beaver
Pattison
C. W. Stone
Warren
Amos Mylin
Lancaster
Emery
McKean
Geo. Handy Smith
Philadelphia
Davies
Bradford County
United States
Col. Quay
Mitchell
Tioga
Thomas V. Cooper
Delaware
Galusha A. Grow
Susquehanna
Mercer
Supreme Court
Henry M. Hoyt
Luzerne
George Shiras
Thomas Bayne
Allegheny
S. H. Miller
Hartranft
Col. Greimson
Franklin County
Thos. McCannat
Blair
Assemblyman
Stewart
Montgomery
Senator Keefer
Schuylkill
Gen. Osborn
Col. Watson
John E. Reybourn
Promise and Performance Prompt Civil Service Reform Debate
The piece contrasts Candidate Cleveland’s vows of merit in appointments with President Cleveland and Postmaster General Vilas repeating favoritism. It accuses Brown, Maine Democratic chairman, of relocating to Washington to broker office space and secure about 87 percent of Maine post office appointments, charging applicants pay for the favor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Vilas
Brown
Democratic State Committee of
Maine
Washington
Civil Service Reform
Presidential Succession Bill Passes House
The House approved the Hour Succession bill as sent by the Senate and sent it to the President for signature. It sets the line of succession to Cabinet members starting with the Secretary of State and details acting President duties until removal of disability or a new President is elected.
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House
Senate
Secretary of the Treasury
Navy
Interior
Senator Sherman Triumphs for Ohio Republicans
The re election of Senator Sherman is praised as a national victory for the Republican party. He rose to prominence in the House with his Kansas report on outrages and has defended the rights of people across regions. Ohio's victory is hailed as a triumph over frauds at the election and a win for the national GOP.
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Sherman
House
Nation
Kansas
Republican Party
Ohio
Ohio Republicans
National Party
Ohio Democrat accuses Payne of buying elections
S. K. Donainy of Ohio, once allied with Senator Payne, denounces Payne in a letter to the New York Herald. He alleges Payne bought several senators and house members, naming them and the prices paid. He notes broader corruption in Columbus and election frauds in Cincinnati, urging reform.
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S. K. Donainy
Ohio
Payne
New York Herald
House
Columbus
Cincinnati
Curtin Faces Backlash Over House Actions and Resignation
Curtin aligned with Morrison and Carlisle to oppose Randall in the House. Carlisle then snubbed Curtin to support Belmont. Rumors say Curtin may face trouble for a renomination next fall as Wallace Setnger Co. opposes him alongside Randall. Curtin resigned on the 13th and will not serve on any committee. Union War Governors are said to be unwanted at the front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtin
Morrison
Carlisle
Randall
Belmont
Wallace, Setnger & Co
Congressman Scott Buys Fine Carriage Horses in Lexington
Congressman Scott, long leasing and furnishing a grand Washington residence, has purchased a pair of carriage horses in Lexington, Kentucky destined to outshine anything in Washington.
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Scott
Washington, D. C
Lexington
Washington
Georgia Congressmen Fill Nine Of Ten IHHouse Committees
Ten Georgia congressmen occupy nine committee seats in the IHHouse under Speaker Carlisle. One Southern congressman is said to count for two Northern doughfaces in the current reform administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Ihhouse
Carlisle
Reform
Gowen Re elected President of Reading Railroad Company
Franklin B Gowen has been re elected president of the Reading Railroad Company and will pursue his plan to rescue the firm from financial bog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin RB. Gowen
Reading Railroad Company
Veterans Must Go At Norfolk Navy Yard
The article alleges racial and political patronage at the Norfolk Navy Yard after the 1860s era, noting that sixty two veterans were discharged by Commodore Truxton and most replacements were ex Confederate soldiers. It claims a drop from 286 colored workers to 34, all in menial roles, and alleges post election restoration of some workers only to be discharged again.
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Norfolk Navy Yard
Baltimore
Truxton
Navy Yard
Fitz Hugh Lee
Virginia
Navy Department
Ohio House Sees Republican Action Over Cincinnati Fraud
The Ohio House committee reported a resolution to unseat Hamilton county Democrats for election frauds with a hearing promised. The vote led to vacant seats and swearing in nine Republicans amid party discord as Speaker ordered Democratic desks cleared. John Sherman was re elected U S Senator for six years with 84 votes to 62 for Thurman. A five member committee was named to probe charges tied to earlier officials and payments for Payne.
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Ohio
Cincinnati
Committee On Privileges and Elections
House of Representatives
Hamilton County
United States
John Sherman
Sherman
Thurmen
House
Henry B. Payne
Senate backs South Dakota statehood split with Lincoln territory
A Senate committee favors admitting the southern portion of Dakota as a state while creating Lincoln as a northern territory. It notes the November 3, 1885 constitutional vote was to be accepted and argues Dakota will join on equal terms with existing states. It compares to Iowa, Michigan, Florida and Oregon entries.
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Senate
Dakota
Lincoln
Iowa
Michigan
Florida
Oregon
South Dakota
Curtin's fall from Republican favor detailed
The piece depicts Gov. Curtin as betrayed by his party after rising on Republican support and favors from the Democracy. It laments his humiliation, noting the Democrats once flattered him but later discarded him and left him to struggle for crumbs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Curtin
Republican Party
Philadelphia Almanac 1886 Election Returns Offered By Times
The Philadelphia Times Almanac for 1886 provides election returns for Pennsylvania county and state officials and national officials. It invites readers to address The Times in Philadelphia for the Almanac or the Daily and Weekly Times.
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Philadelphia Times
Pennsylvania
the Times
Phila
Almanac
Times
Senator SuperMAN of Ohio Seeks Notable Successor
A statement highlights that Senator SuperMAN of Ohio sees a worthy successor to carry on his legacy. The piece underscores the expectation of a smooth transition within the state’s political ranks and signals attention to forthcoming leadership changes.
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Superman
Ohio
Turf Field and Farm Endures as Premier Racing Journal
The Turf Field and Farm of New York remains the leading authority in racing and breeding literature since its 1865 founding. It emphasizes accuracy over sensationalism, compiles official records, and invites breeders to publish pedigrees at no charge. Published at 39 and 42 Park Row, New York.
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New York
Wm. T. Porter
America
Park Row
TREAA
Forest and Stream
Forest and Stream Publishing Co
Sportsman's
Severe cold devastates cattle industry in Indian Territory
Special despatches from the Indian Territory report an intense cold spell causing unprecedented losses to cattle. In Texas, storms sweeping the state are described as unparalleled in recent history. Intelligence from cattle regions predicts great, hard to estimate damage to stock interests until full extent is known.
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New Orleans
Indian Territory
Waco
Tex
Texas
Harper's Magazine February Highlights Its Strong Content
Harper's February issue continues the strong run seen in December and January with every article making a point. Illustrations satisfy and the content variety matches the high quality of the period.
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Harper’s Magazine
Parker's Hair Balsam Promises Hair Restoration
Ad touts Parker's Hair Balsam as restoring black or brown hair, cleansing dandruff, and preventing further fallout with an elastic, bright appearance. Encourages trying to save hair before surrendering to loss.
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Parker
The Marriage Ring Sermon on Choosing a Wife
Rev. T De Witt Talmage at Brooklyn Tabernacle urges divine guidance in marriage. He warns against unfit spouses, cites historic examples, and praises a faithful wife who endures hardship with grace, comparing a wife's steadfast love to heaven.
State law scalp and pelt bounty blanks available
Justices of the Peace may obtain proper blanks at the Mar office to make application for scalp and pelt bounties under the new state law. Other legal blanks of the latest approved forms are kept on hand.
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Justices of the Peace
Mar
Arnica Oil Liniment for Cold Breathing Relief
A brief 19th century claim notes that hard cold can stifle breathing, and immediate relief may come from rubbing Arnica & Oil Liniment on the chest as suggested by Johnson & Siegfried.
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Johnson & Siegfried
Dr Harding's Catarrh Cure At Stewart's Drug Store
Advertises Dr Harding's Catarrh Cure available at Stewart's Drug Store with a brief mention of location and product name.
Four boys cured by Pasteur method return from Paris
News notes report four Newark boys bitten by a mad dog travel to Paris for Pasteur treatment and return in good health. Dr Billings accompanied them and explains the method. Kate Bayard dies in Washington at 27 from heart disease after a reception.
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Newark
N. J
Paris
Kate Bayarp
Washington
Europe
Austria
Atlanta Constitution
Georgia
Niagara Falls
Canada
Letter from Kansas Chronicle of move to Kansas and new life
Letter from Rev. J. S. Gregg describes his move from Ohio to Manhattan Kansas in 1885, noting property searches, building two story house, and settling in as prohibition strengthens community. He reports a quarterly meeting, four sermons, three daughters teaching, and hope to reunite with friends.
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J.S. Gregg
Youngsville
Warren Co
Manhattan
Kansas
Nernew
Cincinnati
Hillsboro
Ohio
James Gregg
Joun
Gregg
The Value of Newspaper Advertising for Merchants
An exchange argues advertising in newspapers pays. It notes readers absorb the paper fully and urges business men to use its columns to inform the public where they are and what they do. It cites patent medicines as prime examples and warns against ignoring printer's ink.
Supreme Court rules natural gas company lacks eminent domain
In Pui Lapetpura the Supreme Court reverses the lower court in Hugh Sterling v Cecil township Natural Gas Co. It holds that a gas company chartered to supply the public has no eminent domain to lay pipes on private land. Even with such power, pipes cannot be laid under a public road without compensation to soil owners. the fee remains with the landowner and the public only holds a road easement.
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PuiLapetpura
Supreme Court
Hugh Sterling
Cecil Township Natural Gas Company
Washington County
Sterling
Court of Common Pleas
Sterrett
Cream Balm Cure Claim From 1923 Philadelphia Ad
An individual from 1923 Philadelphia reports relief from chronic catarrh and head congestion after using Ely's Cream Balm. The claimant notes improved breathing and ear discharges following treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely
C. J. Corbin
Chestnut Street
Philadelphia
State items outline law notes and court timing
A digest of statewide items references Pittsburg furnaces running on double turns, a public school law banning profane speech as cause for expulsion, witness pay rates for trials before local judges, and a Dauphin Court decision impacting a sale contract between railroad companies Beech Creek and South Pennsylvania with possible Supreme Court action by May or June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
Dauphin Court
Beech Creek
Supreme Court
Court of Last Resort
Phila. Times
Busy era notes span from politics to temperance
The column surveys varied topics including Gough's final season on the rostrum, Miss Cleveland's remarks about her brother the President, a storm delaying ships, Nebraska’s long nap ending, Barnum purchasing Jumbo’s widow Alice, Oregon gambling loss recovery law, Mrs. Burnett resuming writing, Lorenzo Snow jailed for polygamy, Harrison the Boy Preacher's missionary efforts, Francis Murphy temperance meeting with pledges, Cleveland's White House dining limits, Sheridan to chair Veterans of the Army of the Cumberland meeting, and a war memento mallet with a rifle bullet from Mission Ridge given to General Wilder.
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Miss Cleveland
Nebraska
Sleeping Beauty
Barnum
Jumbo
Alice
London Zoo
Lorenzo Snow
Harrison
Manchester
N. H
New England
Francis Murphy
Opera House
Youngstown
Sheridan
Army of the Cumberland
J. D. Wilder
Chattanooga
Mission Ridge
Chickamauga Fields
Gen. Lytle
Hos tetter's Stomach Bitters a signifies malaria remedy
No boon of science has brought greater blessings to malarial regions than Hos tetter's Stomach Bitters. It outperforms quinine against intermittent fevers and supports general health. It aids stomach liver and bowels, improves appetite and sleep, and purifies the blood while boosting circulation. Johnson & Siegfried promote it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Tropics
Sheriff Sale Notice in Warren County Pennsylvania 1886
Alias Fieri Facias issued by Warren County Court of Common Pleas directs public sale of limestone township land in Warren at the court house on February 8 1886 at 2 PM. Property includes about 57 acres with 10 acres improved and structures. conveyed to Frank Davis by John Sager and wife. sale to satisfy L P Rogers & Bro suit. R A Love Sheriff Warren PA January 16 1886. EE for sale. By writ of.
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New Hope
Henry W. Brown
Warren Savings Bank
R. A. Love
Warren
Fieri Facias
Court of Common Pleas
Warren Co
Court House
Borough of
Limestone Township
Warren County
Pennsylvania
Allegheny
William A. Irvine
Frank Davis
John Sager
J. Owens
L. P. Rogers & Bro
Sheriff's Office
Heriff
Elk
County of
William Jones
State Line
Ladow
G. H. Marsh
Hammond
Spartansburg
Freehold
State of
New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio
Bear Lake Station
New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio Railroad
R. J. Wadsworth
C. L. Howard
C. T. Bordwell
Pittsfield
Gustus Anderson
Swan Johnson
Gustus Johnson
Frank Johnson
Oscarohnson
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T. de Witt Talmage
Brooklyn Tabernacle
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Samson
Timnath
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Xantippe
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John Wesley
City Road Chapel
John Ruskin
Frederick W. Robertson
Hells On Earth
Ahab
Macbeth
James Ferguson
Bulwer
London
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National Bank of Heaven
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Jimmy
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la Belle Hamilton
Charles II
Bounty Blanks
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Francis Hodgson Burnett
White House
N. H. Downs
Johnson& Siegfried
H. J. Dreyer
H. A. Jamieson & Co
Reverdy B. Stewart
Messrs
Allen & Higgins
Warren, Pa
Seale
Germany
A.C. Marsit
Elkop
Thomas Townley
Johnson, Lindsey & Parmlee
Kane
Joshua Davis
Jacob Wiggins
Sugar Grove
Thomas [Nwood
Lottsville
Grant Station
J.C. Hamilton
Jas. Brookmire
Pennsylvania Gas Company
Second Street
W. A. Filler
Sec
Y. Warren
John Sill
Story
Knapp & Cable
J. H. Mitchell & Co
OLD Reliable Companies
Zina
Hartford
Phoenix
Home
Howard
N.Y
Niagara
Star
Liverpool
London & Globe
England
Queen
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Union
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Mutual Benefit Life
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National Life
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Mutual Life
Traveler's Life & Accident
Harford
Beaty Block
G.A
Anthony Muntz
R. Morrison
D. Shear
S. M. Ross
M. Beecher
S. J. Page
Warren Gas Light Co
Nat
Bank of Warren
J. A. Cadwallader
Warren Co. Hardware Co
A. J. Thompson
Wilson Law
Mead & Green
G. B. Webber
Wm. Bates
de, Ash
Fred Morck
Lewis & Bretherton
L J_ McNutt
J. Walcott & Son
Jas. McGrew Et al
Weimer Torpedo Co
M. Murphy
Union Oil Co
Jas. H. Cildwell
Beecher & Cope
Brown Bros. Mfg. Co
Richard Gross
Li. Miles
R. M. Gray
Z. E. Eddy
H. G. Eddy
H. L. Rowe
A. W. Francis
M. F. Meadon
J. A. Perry
EK. Calhoun
P. Boyd
A Waters Trustee
W. Ll. Bachop
John Japes
Penna R. R. Co
Charles Hinkley
Same
D. A. Arird
S. H. Briens
R.A. Love
R. A. Li VE
Sheriffs Office
Struthers
Iron Works
Struthers, Wells &C
Milis
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Apepal
L. D. Wetmore
Casnier
U.S
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National Line
Ueenstown
Antwerp
Hamburg
Bremen
Havre
Gothenburg
Christinia
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Cashier
Parmlee & Henry’s
Schellhammer & Lesser
Jewett’s
Jacob Keller
Second & Liberty Sts
Breeer
T. W.mcnett, Manner
Harper's Weekly
Thos. Hardy
Walter Besant
Harpers Periodicals
Harper’s Weekly
Harper's Magazine
Harper 8S Bazar
Harper's Young People
C.c-Cccee-Eeveeonee
Harper's
Franklin Square
Dundes
Post Office
Harper
Harper & Brothers
New Yor's
U. S
C. A. Snow & CO
Patent Office
Gust Johnson
Lynn, Admir
Pittsfield, Warren Co
Lake Shore
Simond
Dupont Powder Co
Carver House
H. J Danforth
C. P. Henry & CO
Glade, PA
Old Fifth St. Bridge
C W. Sersall
C. Ely
Tarren Commercial College
Geo. P. Orr & Co
G. B. Munn
P.O. Box
A. L. Noel
Proprietress
Aa-1
Hickory and
Water Sts
Siggins
D. H. Siggins
Third Street
Library
Janforth
Variety Hall
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