Stone Seeks Scare but Hits Man in Street
A man threw a stone to scare someone, but it struck a bystander squarely in the street, prompting witness accounts of the incident and potential questions of intent and safety.
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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1900
Page
1
A man threw a stone to scare someone, but it struck a bystander squarely in the street, prompting witness accounts of the incident and potential questions of intent and safety.
A nostalgic verse paints rural scenes of crops and creatures in a smoky blue Indian summer. Farmers and people mingle amid fruit, fodder, and seasonal bounty as the land settles toward harvest rites and porch gatherings.
The text extols a motto “I’ll do what I can” as a guide for a willing young heart. It argues that a capable man is formed by trying to help and that helping others unleashes unseen forces to aid the weak who believe in their strength. The excerpt emphasizes selfless service and courage in undertaking tasks.
The article outlines how disused tin and copper mines in Cornwall became improvised open air chapels during the Wesley Whitefield revival. It describes pits at Gwennap near Redruth, Newlyn East near Newquay, and Indian Queens near Truro, each hosting Sunday services and religious gatherings amid stark quarry-like scenery.
Russian tea traders report long caravans will begin in January with 10 000 sledges loaded with five bundles of about 130 pounds each. Tea travels from Chinese ports to Odessa by sea but flavor drops, so overland routes remain dominant for major merchants. The journey to Tomsk spans a year, with horses fed along the way and Kirghiz leaders sleeping in sledges despite subfreezing temperatures. Also noted is a Queensland New South Wales artesian well yielding 4000 gallons daily in the Australian desert fringe.
The article argues Washington had few criminals during martial law after Lincoln's assassination. It notes there was no penitentiary in the city, only a jail and workhouse, with prisoners sent to state prisons at DC’s expense. It references Mrs. Surratt and Guiteau as notable cases and cites the NY Sun.
American dentists are praised as highly skilled, with many practicing in Europe. In Germany their diplomas are not respected and they face restrictions, unable to buy at drug stores without a German physician's prescription.
Harrisburg reports a broad bloc of Pennsylvania Republican editors and publishers declare support for Senator Quay's seating by Governor Stone. They cite party unity, caucus nomination, and November election results as backing his appointment.
The article highlights silk finished fabrics for skating costumes including corduroy velvet and cloth, details on debutante dancing frocks in pale crepes and silk muslin, and soft elastic silk skirts edged with embroidered ruffles. It notes box plaits on underskirts, pale marabou feather boas, and lace hair bows as fashionable accents.
A collection of satirical lines contrasts practical caution with social clichés. Whist rubber trusts, coupon clipping, a child’s honesty, twilight with gleaming, and views on love, pride, and bachelor life are wryly observed, reflecting mid century urban humor.
Senator Penrose reports growing optimism over Colonel Quay's seating in the U S Senate by gubernatorial appointment. Illinois Senator Custom backs recognition of Governor Stone's commission while Pennsylvania foes press Democrats to oppose Quay. several Democratic senators pledge to judge on merits. Professor Abernethy of Ruthford College weighs in, urging representation for states and constitutional remedies if needed.
A Philadelphia Record quote from a suburban resident claims that snow reduces lighting costs. The speaker argues snow acts as a natural reflector, enabling more efficient indoor illumination and saving about 15 cents of gas per night per household.
Mr. Serjeant Spinks, praised as Dickensian, died in London as the last of the serjeants at law. The office, once a court privilege, ended with reforms in 1875. two judges remained who had attained serjeant status on promotion, but Spinks was the final bearer of the title once held by Serjeant Buzfuz.
Dr. John H. Pryor of Buffalo reports New York state death rate from consumption rose by 339 last year and again this year. He warns if the trend continues the state could see over 1000 deaths from consumption in the year, possibly the highest rate on record.
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