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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1895
Page
2
Republican nominations list John H. Sandstrom for Associate Judge Warren M A Myers for County Treasurer Spring Creek W J Alexander for County Auditor Warren Myron Dunham for Trustee of Warren Academy South West
One hundred years ago Spain granted the United States free navigation of the Mississippi and New Orleans port. In 1800 Spain ceded the territory to France, raising fears of rapid colonization under Napoleon. Negotiations led by Monroe, Livingston, Pinckney yielded the Louisiana Purchase, doubling U.S. territory. Napoleon reportedly said he had given England a maritime rival. The Fourth of July 175 fell on a Saturday and John Jay began as New York governor with a July 4 banquet at Tontine Coffee House.
Gov Hastings announced a seven member Superior Court bench led by Chief Justice Rice. Ex Governor Beaver of Bellefonte, Reeder of Easton, Orlady of Huntingdon, Wickham of Beaver, Willard of Scranton, and McCarthy of Philadelphia form the panel. Critics fault the selection for omitting Northwestern counties and urging a regional candidate. The Erie Dispatch condemns the move and calls for Northwestern representation at the convention. The Kentucky Democratic Convention backed sound money and endorsed Cleveland and Carlisle, while supporting Hardin as a Free Silver candidate.
Rev Anna Shaw remarks at a western suffrage gathering that fashion is a rare area where women gain control, joking she would buy all bonnets if she held the country tobacco and liquor budgets, highlighting gendered freedoms in sartorial choices.
The State Treasurer reports a revenue increase of 1,631,321.91 dollars in the first seven months of the fiscal year compared with the previous year. The rise is attributed to strong corporate business and will allow the Governor to sign several appropriation bills that might have faced vetoes.
The last Berks County Grand Jury was forbidden by Judge Ermenrout to dine with the almshouse steward, as the judge aims to keep the panel free from suspected corrupting influence over pork and beans and cabbage.
The Commissioner of Education reports 15 530 268 public school pupils in the United States last year, a figure surpassing all nations and underscoring the country's leadership in population intelligence.
The messages to Madrid claim rebels have been whipped and demand 25,000 more troops. The note also prophesies Cuba’s future freedom as a distant outcome.
A columnist suggests keeping plain rice for a year or 80 and gifting it to newlyweds in a paper bag. The idea is to reduce mess and waste while offering a playful, reusable keepsake.
Governor Hastings signed numerous laws including creating a Superintendent and Resident Physician at Warren Hospital and extending tax collection powers. The package also covers public works hiring, indigent support, game protection, school director qualifications, tax receipt requirements, Memorial Day funding, and high school and normal school provisions. Vetoes include the Gettysburg book publication and several other measures.
A County Superintendent asked about a hundred Institute teachers who read the local paper to raise their hands. Only six did, prompting the remark that they spend nothing on papers yet expect free notices and full reports, while editors would discard societies refusing to subscribe.
In a recent convention the Butler County Democrats denounced the Republican party for favoring corporations and harming the people. The critique cites alleged Sugar Trust backroom deals and the ascent of a corporation lawyer to a top state post, with railroad clients noted.
Miss Carrie M Smith delivers a cordial welcome to Freehold Grange members at Lottsville Pennsylvania. She extols agriculture as civilization’s foundation, urges fair pay, warns against monopolies, and calls for education and unity among farmers amid hard times. The address advocates cooperative strategies and moral progress.
Resolutions honor two Sisters from Brokenstraw Grange Mary Palmer and H W Weller who died, with the Pomona Grange at Lottsville Pennsylvania on June 6 7 1895 offering sincere sympathy to their families and friends in this bereavement.
The Dispatch denounces Gov Hastings for neglecting oil and lake regions, accusing him of ignoring Northwestern Pennsylvania since taking office. It argues the administration relies on a list of court appointments but warns protests will rise if the state map is treated as Easton to Center County.
The Flinn Road bill authorizes County Commissioners to survey township roads, plan improvements, and levy a road tax with court approval. It provides for a Board of Viewers at five dollars a day, allows appeals, governs bids to lowest and best bidder, and places bridges under county scope while keeping township supervisors responsible until reports are confirmed. It also cites a papal edict causing limited Catholic response within Knights of Pythias chapters in several states.
The Titusville Herald notes Gilkeson avoids an itemized report of funds used during his term, contrasting with predecessor Watres who faced an audit that confirmed accuracy. The paper urges accountability to clear accusations from Congressman Robinson and improve re election prospects.
Observers note the summer girl has begun fastening many neck decorations including bows pins brooches and a wide range of gimcracks to create a distinctly upholstered appearance.
Gov. McKinley argues that reducing pension rolls by death bears no dishonor but cutting them for other reasons harms patriotic sentiment. In a separate note, two German officers are jailed for dueling, signaling the emperor’s crackdown on the practice.
Huxex the noted scientist of England Peixoto ex-President of Brazil and Gen Green Clay Smith of Washington died last Saturday.
Procession forms at 10:30 a.m. at Centennial Grounds led by the Chief Marshal then moves to the grand stand for a program of music prayer remarks and speeches by Warren officials and Indian chiefs. Afternoon events include war dances races ball game Indian ceremonies and a 7:30 p.m. street dancing and 8:30 p.m. school exhibition followed by a grand river fleet and fireworks.
General features promise relics mementoes curiosities and war relics. An ancient block house will be rebuilt on the grounds and Indians will camp in wigwams. Gates allow free stalls to visitors from out of town with a 25 cent gate or 75 cent season ticket. Fireworks from Paine New York expert in charge and railroads offer low excursion rates with after fireworks return trains.
Rev. L. W. Showers of Elderton Pa describes long years of heart trouble with palpitations fluttering and choking sensations. He credits Dr Agnew's Cure for the Heart with instant relief and says a few bottles rid him of nearly every symptom. Sold at Davis Drug Store.
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