Warren Mail notes and upcoming events in Warren
The Warren Mail chronicles local happenings from January 26 1886. It mentions sleighing and skating on the creek, a new Rice Automatic 40 h. p. engine for the Buffalo Express office, changes at Wells billiard room, and improvements to Peter Greenland's ware room. It notes meetings of the Warren Agricultural Association and Fair officers, a planned Warren drum corps, church convocation in Trinity Memorial Church, and upcoming Fortnightly Readings at Mrs Jane Orr's house with Ed Clemons offering ice for private use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josh Billings
Peter Greenland
Warren Co. Agricultural Association
Court House
Exchange Hotel
Warren
Ped Loucks
Stoddard
Diocese of
Pittsburg
Trinity Memorial Church
Franklin
Carver House
Temperance
Jane Orr
Personal notices from Warren and vicinity unfold local life
Fred Bell visits New York for goods. Mrs. Sprague visits Warren. Lieut. and Mrs. Bush return East and go to Erie. F. H. Rockwell to California till spring. Miss Millie McMullan visits Market Street. John Morrow retires. D. T. Van Vechten aged 87 still active. Mrs. King’s death brings Detroit relatives to Warren. Messner nearly poisoned. heed labels. Community events include Co. I N G P ball and Sunflower Concert. Ejectment ruling favors Dalrymples. Church lecture on temperance. Women urged as school directors. Election notices require tax collector, JP posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Bell
Bell Brothers
New York
New Goods
Sprague
Smethport
E. Orr
Warren
H. A. Bush
East
Erie
F. H. Rockwell
California
Millie McMullan
John Clark
Market
W. N. Stephens
Detroit
Mich
R. P. King
Joseph Hall
Louisville
Callihan
Borough Officers Election Call and Candidate Note
As the election nears a Burgess, a Justice of the Peace, Constable, three Councilmen, and two School Directors are to be chosen. Republicans may nominate C C Thompson for Burgess and Geo O Cornelius for Justice of the Peace. other positions remain undecided. Thompson states he will not run for Burgess and will seek the Legislature, praising his Burgess record.
Local City Man Weds Miss Evans From Warren
H. A. Bush and Miss Evans were married yesterday at the bride’s parents’ home in Warren. The ceremony drew many friends and the couple will reside in the city. Erie Dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Bush
Miss Evans
Warren
Mr. Bush
Erie Dispatch
Erie Lieutenant Weds Warren Woman in Elegant Market Street Wedding
Lieut H A Bush of Erie married Miss Hester Hall stepdaughter of Sumner E Orr at Mrs Jane Orr home on Market Street. Rev W A Rankin officiated as a large Erie party and Warren friends joined relatives for a grand reception. Orrs bakery and Williams catered a superb feast and gifts were numerous.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Bush
Erie
Warren
Hester Hall
Sumner E. Orr
Jane Orr
Market Street
W. A. Rankin
Sumner
Orr
Williams
C&c
Tragic Accidents Claim Two Local Lives
In North Warren Glenn Crocker aged about 14 died after slipping from a cutter during a run and striking his chin on the cutter. His death follows a separate incident in which Joseph Davis, about 39, died in his sleep after a heart pain, leaving a wife and five children bereaved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenn
F. A. Crocker
North Warren
G. R. Starr
Starr
Joesph Davis
Ada Gray to Star East Lynne at Library Hall Jan 28
Ada Gray and Company present East Lynne at Library Hall next Thursday Jan 28 drawing a large audience after a brief theater layoff. The Columbus Press lauds her as beautiful with a rich voice and deep range, noting a notable rendition of Lady Isabel and a strong stage presence. Den Thompson plans The Old Homestead sequel to Joshua Whitcomb with familiar Uncle Josh Cy Prime and Aunt Matilda figures. Sarah Bernhardt schedules a US visit in April. Theodore Messner offers a free vase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Lynne
Library Hall
Columbus
Ada Gray
Isabel
Miss Gray
den. Thompson
Joshua Whitcomb
Uncle Josh
Cy Prime
Matilda
New Hampshire
Josh
Sarah Bernhardt
United States
Penn a Gas Company Elects Board and Officers
Stockholders met in Warren on January 20 to elect a new board of directors: F P Hays M Murphy D O Day C N Payne W T Scheide J P Jefferson A N Broadhead Officers chosen: F P Hays President J P Jefferson Vice President Francis Henry Treasurer W H Filler Secretary C H Noyes Attorney A committee of Henry Jefferson and Payne to consult with consumers on potential rate reductions and address complaints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn'a Gas Company
Penn’a Gas Company
Warren
F. P. Hays
M. Murphy
D. O’day
C. N. Payne
W. T. Scheide
J. P. Jefferson
A. N. Broadhead
Francis
People’s Gas Company Charter Reported
The article notes the charter of People’s Gas Company granted on January 20 with directors W. Davis H. A. Jamieson O. W. Beaty M. B. Dunham B. Nesmith A. Hertzel W. A. Rankin Beaty elected President Dunham Vice President Parmlee Treasurer and Frank Knapp Secretary The piece discusses land acquisition for gas supply and suggests a potential merger with the Gas Light Company to lower lighting gas costs citing Jamestown Pennsylvania Company pricing as a benchmark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People’s Gas Company
W. Davis
H. A. Jamieson
O. W. Beaty
M. B. Dunham
B. Nesmith
A. Hertzel
W. A. Rankin
Beaty
Dunham
Parmlee
Frank Knapp
Hoffman
Ludlow
Gas Light Company
Jamestown
Pennsylvania Company
Old Gas Company
Furnish
Gas in Jamestown Shows Gas Fuel In Action
Buffalo visitors tour Jamestown under the Pennsylvania Gas Company eyeing its pipelines and new gas mains. The Broadhead Worsted Mills, largest factory visited, reports substantial coal savings and less dust with gas fueled boilers. The party notes rapid new service growth and widespread acceptance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Natural Gas Company
Buffalo
Daniel O'Day
Jamestown
Buffalo Express
Sherman House
Hays
Strong
Pennsylvania Gas Company
East Third Street
Warren
Clarendon
F. P. Hays
Francis Henry
W. H. Filler
Sheffield
Ludlow
Buffalo Party
Broadhead Worsted Mills
Wm. Broadhead & Sons
Express
Sherman
County Items Highlight Charities, Appointments, and Local News
Bradford plans a charity ball while Jamestown seeks a market place and a new Athletic Club opens. The Erie region notes a tribal payment of 37000 to 927 Indians on the Cattaraugus Reservation and appoints Turner as West Hickory Postmaster and Neeley at Cherry Grove. A Spring Creek youth dies after an arm injury. Rail and gas developments surface in Chautauqua and Salamanca. Oysters aid Episcopal Mission in Youngsville with singing from Casadaga. Editorial arrest of Editor Kepler on campaign-era articles. Jamestown real estate up sharply. N Y P R R mileage tickets expand rider eligibility. National topics include anti-license sentiment in Clarion and liquor bond liability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradford
Jamestown
Cattaraugus Reservation
Joshua A. Turner
West Hickory
James C. Neeley
Cherry Grove
Miles
Spring Creek
Youngsville
School Hall
Episcopal Mission
Miss Phillips
Casadaga
Warren
Kepler
Tionesta Democrat
J. A. Proper
Oil City
L. M. Worden
W.S. McCuen
J. H. Crozier
Fredonia Advertiser
Orrin Sperry
Chautauqua County
Mexico
Mary Morgan
N. Y
Martha T. Falconer
Patrick Falconer
Crossing
Falconer
David Sharp
City of
Erie
Congressman Scott
West Point
John Goodwin
Harry F. Ferguson
Tidioute
John A. Lamb
Pleasantville
Clarion County
Wilson
Derrick
Franklin
Pittsburg Crematory Blazes Defy Coal-Powered Rivals
News from Westmoreland and Beaver Falls reports aggressive strikes and turbulent workers amid gas powered operations. Judge Bear rules witnesses must state religious scruples to affirm. Gas street cleaning and a fire hose blast melt snow into water. Commentary urges higher fees for marriage licenses and christenings to support country parsons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Westmoreland County
Bear
Somerset
Beaver Falls
Judges in liquor license ruling affirmed by Supreme Court
A 1885 Pennsylvania liquor license case shows the Supreme Court affirming a trial court judgment, ruling that judges have discretionary power to grant or refuse licenses even when forms are met. It notes county courts often feel compelled to grant if unopposed, and that discretion can be exercised even with opposition. Crawford Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Supreme Court
Patrick Conway
Dauphin County
Crawford Journal
Natural Gas Waste Impacts Pennsylvania Coal Trade
Two Meadville firms lay gas pipes while Pittsburgh consumes about 150 million cubic feet daily. Butler County wells vent large gas volumes into the air, with about 1 billion cubic feet wasted daily. Rising gas use harms nearby coal trade as small coal mines shut down and railroads lose business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meadville
Pittsburg
Butler County
First Ward Society Adorns Rumor Of Warren Pa Match
Rumor swirls about a Warren Pennsylvania man and a prominent First Ward beauty as marriage plans begin to take shape. The item hints at a forthcoming engagement involving a well-known local figure though details remain unsettled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren
Bear Lake seeks borough charter approval sighted in Ledger visit
J. B. Baker of Bear Lake dropped by the Ledger office on Thursday noting Bear Lake residents plan to apply for a borough charter. The remark hints at a potential name confusion with T. J. Barker, prompting readers to wonder who T. J. Barker is.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Baker, Esq
Bear Lake
Ledger
T. J. Barker
Mirror
T. J
The Men We Know profile of A W Tourgee of Mayville
The Buffalo Sunday Express continues its biographical series chronicling notable figures with an article on Hon. A W Tourgee of Mayville. The piece includes a fine portrait and drawings from Tourgee’s works, highlighting his life and contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo Sunday Express
A. W. Tourgee
Mayville
Name of Busti Sparks Debate Over Town Etymology
Philadelph ia writer Lorin Blodget notes Busti was named for an Italian Holland Land Company manager who died in 1824. He argues for alternate spellings and pronunciations and suggests honoring firm members with names like Wilhelm Willink and Ruta Jan Schimmelpennick, even joking about splitting the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Busti
Lorin Blodget
Philadelphia
Sugar Grove
Holland Land Company
U. S
Paul Bewsty
Wilhelm Willink
Nicholas van Stophurst
Peter Staduitski
Christian van Enghan
Hendrick Vollenhoven
Ruta Jan Schimmelpennick
Bewsty
Tide Water Pipe Company Elects Officers in Titusville
At the annual election in Titusville last week Tide Water Pipe Company officers were chosen. Byron D. Benson remains chairman, Robt. E. Hopkins is treasurer, A. N. Perrine secretary. The board of managers includes Sam Q. Brown and Harris C. Fahen, with 8. Q. Brown replacing Keim. Brown’s re-election is deemed excellent given his petroleum business experience and financial leadership since organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tide Water Pipe Company
Titusville
Byron D. Benson
Robt. E. Hopkins
A. N. Perrine
Sam Q. Brown
Harris C. Fahenstock
Q. Brown
Keim
Brown
500 Presents Donated at Theodore Messner's Store
The Theodore Messner store reports receipt of five hundred gifts which were quickly distributed to recipients. Local officials note the generosity boosts community morale.
Local Notices and Updates From Warren Township
Jan 23 notices: P F Lewis opens new hardware store and promises full stock. Oil speculation eyed by Chautauqua county leasers planning a well on Conewango West side. Rev Hunt conducts revival at North Warren. Longtime resident Jasoon Andrass dies, a pioneer and local surveyor. Various townsfolk attend events and auctions. Nelson Johnson reports strong harness shop business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. F. Lewis
FE. A. U
E. M. Briggs
G. W. French
J. A. Love
E. May Johnson
H. M. Putnam
A. V. Jones
James Elderkin
Thos. Akeley
E. D. Johnson
G. W. Walkley
Supreme Union
Chautauqua County
Conewango
Rev. Hunt
North Warren
Jasoon Andrass
Quaker Hill
Andrass
Chas, Chase
Pittsburg
A. A. Clark
Mr. Clark
Dwight
Will Andruss
C. C. Hunt
Farmington
C. Moll
Nelson Johnson
Sam
Local notes from Youngsville and area happenings
Jan 23 items report renters and visitors in Youngsville. Social events include a euchre party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Gregory and a sleigh outing from Warren to the Fairmount House. Debates over behavior in church and a library move to H. B. Mead’s store are noted along with travel to Virginia and a funeral in Warren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roscoe Kinnear
East Main Street
D. Green
Mead Run
C. H. Gregory
W. J. Mead
K. P. King
Warren
Y. H
H. 8. Mead’s
Lote
Kansas
E. C. McKinney
Chas
Sehneil
Virginia
Fairmount House
Alius
National Transit Co plans 100 mile eight inch gas line to Buffalo
The National Transit Company vows to extend its natural gas field reach by constructing an eight inch pipeline from the McKean region to Buffalo, over a hundred miles long. The project relies on abundant, inexhaustible gas supplies and seeks Buffalo city approval to enter and operate for domestic use with emphasis on safety and quality labor and materials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Transit Company
Buffalo
McKean Gas
United States
Pittsburg
Buffalonians
Bradford
Local notices and a sale announced in Russellburg
W H Deming of Erie notes road drift conditions and calls road commissioners to keep routes open. Rev I D Sammons leaves Congregational church for Wattsburg. Miss Mary Baker returns from Elyria teaching. An E J Eldred child loses an eye after medical care. Moses offers at auction Feb 4 1886 at 10 am at Russellburg residence: household furniture including stove chairs beds sewing machine with terms under 5 dollars cash or approved notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Deming
Erie
I. D. Sammons
Congregational Church
Wattsburg
Erie County
Mary Baker
Elyria
E. J. Eldred
Cleveland
Moses
Russellburg
A. U
Russell
C. Mout
Open your hearts and hands urged by winter charity
A Charleston News appeal calls the rich to aid the poor as sleet and snow blanket the earth. It notes Buffalo women earning pin money by making knitted and embroidered goods for stores, and recounts a testimonial for Ely's Cream Balm curing chronic catarrh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Buffalo
Ely
C. J. Corbin
Chestnut Street
Philadelphia
Indigestion relief advertised by Baxter's Mandrake Bitters
Poetic sales copy urges readers to avoid indigestion with Baxter's Mandrake Bitters from JOHNSON & SIEGFRIED. A separate note claims wedding invitations are printed on rough surface paper with the word honor used in place of ceremony.
Original Vegetable Hair Growth Compound
An original scientific vegetable preparation promises to restore falling hair and baldness with safety and certainty. It is advertised as unlike any other product, aimed at increasing hair and moustache growth. Demand grows with no outward ads. request circular from Tropical Spray Co. in Fredonia, New York, with L. G. Noyes, Druggist, Warren, Pennsylvania, selling it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tropical Spray Co
Fredonia
N. Y
L. G. Noyes
Warren, Pa
Piles remedy offered by Carl Flindt in Warren
Carl Flindt markets a pain free pile cure from his barber shop on Hickory street opposite Carver House. He is a known local and inquiries about his standing are answered. The notice also recalls N H Downs Elixir for coughs and colds still popular after his death and promotes Baxter's Mandrake Bitters at twenty five cents a bottle by Johnson and Siegfried.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Flindt
Flindt
Warren
Hickory Street
Carver House
N. H. Downs
Johnson & Siegfried
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The
Warren Mail
Home Matters
Co. I
Theodore Messner
Dr. Baker
Mr. Messner
Armory
W. H. Zuern
Shamokin
A. Kirberger
Exchange Building
Kirberger
Roscoe Hall
N.S. Carrier
H. A. Wade
Garland
Mainwaring
W. W
R. B. Dalrymple
A. B. Lowe
Corry
Gas
Allegheny
Chautauqua Lake Railroad
Westfield
Phila
Judges and
Tidewater
Theodore Messner’s
Warren County
C. H. Jacobs
Hp. Jackson
Olia
A. P. Garfield
Cash
C. P. Northrop
Brussels
Hamburg
Bei Bros
the Warren High School
Warren Shakespeare Club
Bounty
Justices of the Peace
Mar
H. J. Dreyer
H. A. Jaminson & Co
Arnold—Tunstall
N. I. Rubinkam
Robert G. Arnold
Edith M. Tunstall
Jane Case
Wm. Case
Corydon
Methodist Episcopal Church
James Gillmore
Church Above
Israel
J. A
Balming CO
T. W. McNett
A. A. Davis & CO
A. A. Davis & Co.warren, Penn
Druess
FS. Goodman & CO
N. K. Wendleboe
Tam
Liberty Street
Postoffic Warren
Riaceain ST
Penn’a
McKain
Liberty St
A. B. McKain & Son, Proprietors
Jonsections
T. W.mcenett
Warren Savings Bank
Arren
Wis
Warren Mills Co
Graham
Sais
L. F. Watson
A.J. Hazeltine
O. BH. Hunter
A. J. Hazeltine
L. R. Freeman
Jas, Clark
General Produce Market
Geo. P. Orr & Co
Citizens National Bank
Myron Waters
Geo. N. Pakmlee
Merit Pardee
Capital
M. Waters
S. P. Johnson
F. Henry
K. A. Jamieson
V. Davis
Dd. Brown
Geo. N. Parmlee
A. T. Scofield
WaNrzp
A. L. Noel
Irstowv
Fisher
Morce Brothers
Morck Bro’s
A_NEW AND LIVE
Geo. P. Orr & Co’s
G. B. Munn P. O
Orchestra
Mozart Club
Arno Lohse
Dresden
Germany
F. H. Wyman
Wyman & Davs
J. K. Ronne
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