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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1901
Page
4
An analysis suggests neither Kansas nor Colorado enforce the death penalty, a factor some observers link to a pattern of lynchings and burnings in those states.
Wilhelmina remains the sole feminine crown wearer in Christendom while American women are hailed as queens in their own right. The Jamestown Journal urges Pennsylvania to adopt voting machines, Syracuse seeks a cheap model after one failed to record a vote. Royal Arcanum totals rise to 209,762 members on Jan 1 1901 with an emergency fund increase of 520873.28 dollars.
A brief verse item from The Warren Times echoes a Philadelphia Times effusion. A young fellow named Berry boasts high spirits after his Times Act, claiming more than a scorefold has paid and questioning why he should not be merry.
The New York Post exposes the Croker era in Tammany Hall detailing corruption extravagance and crookedness with concrete specifics that sharpen the country's understanding of the regime's vices.
A Western passenger agent notes more railway travel occurs on Fridays than any other day, while lighter travel is typically on Wednesdays, despite the old superstition about Friday journeys.
The New York mayor's refusal to lower the flag at City Hall draws sharp remarks from residents of Dutch descent. Critics say the stance reflects a broader stance against Dutch supporters of South Africa and fuels resentments within the community.
Venango County and Warren County observe a weak field for sheriff as few candidates enter the nomination. The poor pay deters entrants while current Sheriff Runninger has earned little and is ready to quit the post.
The Franklin News reports General Charles Miller does not plan to seek the gubernatorial nomination and cautions that he could receive strong support from Northwestern Pennsylvania Republicans if he changes his mind.
The death of the Queen elevates the Duke of York, the new King’s only surviving son, to one of history’s most watched figures. At 35, George Frederick inherits his father’s traits and a reputation for personal escapades as he stands to become England’s monarch after Edward VII.
A Pittsburg Com Gazette letter argues both oleomargarine and butter use similar coloring. It notes colored oleo mimics butter to fetch cow-butter prices, and calls for honest labeling to prevent deception. The piece supports selling oleo as oleo and butter as butter, letting buyers choose.
The article details new House and Senate committee appointments led by Speaker Marshall and Capt. Cumings. It notes insurgents and Democrats dominating several panels, key chairmanships for Beacom and Coray, and a surge of capitol and public works bills including a $6 million Fox bill and a $4.5 million Capitol project. A Keystone State Commission plan for the Pan-American exposition receives Senate approval with a $35,000 appropriation.
A Philadelphia Inquirer report notes a Pennsylvania State Senate bill to grant greater mayoral control in second class cities including Pittsburg Allegheny and Scranton. It aims to curb William Flinn’s influence by shifting power to elected officials under a Bullitt style charter with the first election set for February 1903.
A Philadelphia Times Almanac mention is paired with a critique of Mrs Nation and her prohibition tactics. The piece notes illegal methods used against liquor traffic and comments on Congress's extra session talks and Senate workload before March 4th.
Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by New Great South American Kidney Cure. It relieves bladder and back pain and water retention almost immediately. Sold by dertzel & Saner, Warren, a.
Last Tuesday marked McKinley's 58th birthday as he recovers from grip. A Delaware county judge orders Jury Commissioners to split names into thirds for the jury wheel. A new post office rule imposes a $500 fine or one year for taking mail and not returning it, covering newspapers too. 1900 railroad gross receipts rise near 9 percent with large gains for Pennsylvania, Baltimore and Ohio, and New York Central. James P. Sterrett dies, long prominent on Allegheny County and Pennsylvania courts, including chief justice in later years, leaving a strong judicial legacy.
The Lancaster New Era notes a remarkable shift as women move from largely hired-help roles to self supporting work. Statisticians say two thirds of women in the self supporting class were once in service. now less than one third remain. The piece advocates women's equal right to live and work, and anticipates further invasion of masculine domains. Lincoln's Birthday holiday noted. Feb 19 spring elections. Feb 22 Washington's Birthday.
An old newspaper ad claims many suffer kidney trouble without awareness and promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure. It advises measuring urine sediment as a sign and touts claims of relief for back pain, urinary issues, and alcohol aftereffects. Free sample bottle and booklet offered by mail.
The Pennsylvania Railroad invites a personally conducted California tour leaving New York and Philadelphia February 14 and returning by March 20 aboard a Golden Gate Special train. Round trips with all expenses covered cost 450 from most points and 445 from Pittsburgh. Tickets via agents in New York Brooklyn Newark Baltimore Washington Pittsburg and Philadelphia.
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