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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1885
Page
3
A mixed Warren column reports weather impacts from a blizzard, local events at the Library, Rink and Bell Bros embroidery day, plus notices of charity, police actions, and society births. It mentions S. E. Orr’s bakery purchase, Warren U. numbers, and loans of civic leaders, with several personal paragraphs and updates on residents and visitors.
Oranges ten cents per dozen and lemons fifteen cents at Geo. P. Orr and Company. Eeru Momie Linen advertised for embroidery work at The American Steam Laundry using a new process. Warren office at A. A. Davis and Company. Goods sent Tuesday and returned Friday. Ro P. Andrews, agent.
The funeral of S T Allen Esq held last Wednesday drew a large crowd. Clergymen Rev P B Allen and Rev W W Painter officiated. Bearers and veterans posts plus local lodges formed a long procession. The Warren Cornet Band led with a dead march. At the grave a military volley was fired as veterans, many aged, reflected on fading ranks.
In Warren Pa on January 16 1889 an imported Ledger editor quarrels with the Water Company over water charges for his shop. He refuses to pay for what he receives and the report notes his displeasure with the company.
Bell Bros announces a one day sale on Thursday January 22 offering 500 new imported embroideries at special prices to save the importer's profit. The event features latest designs and bargains on children's and ladies hosiery linens and more. Also advertised good flour at Geo P Orr & Co.
Wanxten shoppers are urged to save money by buying Boots and Shoes at local stores. The message emphasizes affordable footwear and straightforward pricing to attract customers.
Fifty to five hundred pieces of embroideries offered at special sale. Prices vary from lowest quality to finest Swiss and Nanisooks. Sale takes place Thursday January 22 at the stated location.
R. H. Johnson announces cash payment for bags from papers rubbish brass lead zinc rubber shoes and related items delivered to room No. 8 Johnson's Exchange. Immediate purchase offer for mixed waste materials.
Last Tuesday January 13 bank directors were elected at First National Warren Savines Citizens National Col. Watson re elected President and Hazeltine named Cashier at Warren and Col. Watson bank. F Henry becomes permanent Cashier at Citizens National with Pardee of Corry as assistant. The article notes stable officers and anticipated public confidence in the banking system.
At a recent meeting the community weighs keeping the library as a resource and seeks funds for books and upkeep. Suggestions include an endowment, ticket sales to raise annual support, and home entertainment events led by local volunteers to boost revenue and engagement for Library Hall.
A Warren Union School notice outlines a debate on moving first grade pupils to half day attendance after April 1 1885. Principal A B Miur explains two main issues overcrowded classes and poor ventilation, cites kinder garden half day practice, and invites public input amid parental concerns about safety near creek and livery stables.
Oranges sell for 10 cents per dozen and lemons for 15 cents at Gero P Orr and Co. Good flour priced at 70 cents and 1.00 per sack at Geo P Orr and Co.
At a crowded adjourned meeting of the Board of Trade in Warren the Butter Buyer report by A. J. Davis shows over fifty tons of butter purchased since last May, mainly from Sugar Grove, Pine Grove and Farmington, with local Warren merchants losing sales. The group plans a spring and summer Butter Buyer program and votes thanks to Davis. The board notes the death of S. T. Allen, vows to lament his loss, and sets the next meeting for Friday Feb 13 at Sr. M.
A lively look at roller skating in 1850s towns notes a soon to open large rink in Titusville and an Erie rink for colorited patrons. It cites 2000 rinks built in 1854, reports on a sensational sermon extract, and describes a weekly novelty night with Turkey and ham races drawing big crowds.
Mrs E T Wakefield led a large Warren audience in the opera Chimes of Neon, with Serpolette and a cast of amateurs praised for singing and acting. The Union Square Co. promotes Storm beaten next Friday at Warren with elaborate scenery and strong cast including Salvin, Bella Jackson, and Netta Guion.
County and vicinity notes report Meadville glass companies paying more than $50,000 annually in wages. Obits list J E Mayhew longtime Jamestown bank cashier died at 57. Erie Undertakers elect D M McCall president. moving day debate favors May 1. Corry suffers fires including Nickel Works loss. Erie county sheep losses tallied, and Tidiouse man dies in Dunkirk. Powell Bros ship livestock to California. Jamestown paper mill assets secured by bank. workers unpaid. Dr T J Young warns of spring sickness. Vincent Guards host banquet for Captain I B Brown as he leaves to join Gen Beaver staff.
Journal notes the return of J. W. Hughes and family from the West, visits by relatives, and local concerns about fish seine use and wild cat and fox bounty petitions. It covers oil region exhibits, cheese markets, rail freight debates, Sugar Grove Seminary opening, local deaths, weddings, and community events across multiple towns.
The Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church in Warren met January 14 in the church Lecture room. Circulars from Mrs. L. D. Wetmore circulated among members who attended in large numbers and made free will offerings totaling 500 dollars. The program included talks on Mormonism and decennial offerings, with messages from Presbyterian Home and Foreign Missionary leaders read by Mrs. Lindsay and Mrs. Allen. The pastor Rev. Allen praised the group's activity and generosity.
Warren Pa January 19 1885 officers and members report increased need due to cold weather. Donations and store orders total 102 69 in three months with 690 items donated and 589 disbursed. On hand are 21 72 in cash and store orders, 38 cases relieved, 101 clothing items, and 6 96 cash plus 14 76 in store orders.
Our genial friend A. L. Crocker of North Warren received a nice hat a few days ago from Youngsville. He is described as a first class young man and worthy of the gift.
Advert reads a New Process Laundry Machine as a wonder of the age used by the American Steam Laundry with R P Andrews as Warren agent. It touts Teaberry as the newest and brightest teeth and breath remedy and offers samples.
A letter from C. Lorr urges publishing Professor Brown of Ontario’s report on sheep breeds. He cites his Canada trip findings that South Down tops other breeds in profitable traits, noting nine standard points with South Down at 837 versus others such as Hampshire Down 821 and Shropshire Down 792, suggesting South Downs as the preferred stock for local farmers.
The Sugar Grove Union Agricultural Society will hold the fair September 15 to 18, 1885 after a meeting in Sugar Grove. The treasurer reported receipts of 2022.75 and expenditures of 2021.79 leaving 0.96 and unpaid premiums of 10.50. Officers elected include President William Cummings and Secretary Samuel Lord with other key posts filled by R C Wemple Donald Stuart and John Hoag among others. Supervisors cover grounds Floral Hall and various halls. livestock chiefs include Levant Nichols for Horses Jacob Foster for Cattle and A F Wilcox for Sheep.
An advertisement notes lamps sold by Gero. P. Orr & Co at prices from two dollars fifty to three dollars. The catalog includes Dr Fenner's Improved Cough Honey promising relief from any cough in one hour.
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