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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1900
Page
2
The piece lauds McKinley and Roosevelt praising their unified nomination and the Republican platform. It cites business prosperity, stable currency, and patriotic Americanism as the party’s record and argues that Democratic ranks threaten prosperity. It highlights Philadelphia endorsement and predicts a sweeping victory beyond 1896.
Senator Hoar declares he will use his influence for the Republican national ticket. He believes the Philippines will be safer under President McKinley than under Bryan and warns that Democratic success would harm the country’s prosperity.
Reports confirm the rumored killing of Baron Von Kettler the German minister at Pekin. The legations are largely destroyed save three and the diplomatic corps seeks refuge with the British as tensions rise toward possible war with China.
From all parts of Pennsylvania comes the information that this big Republican State is getting ready to give McKinley and Roosevelt a bigger majority than was given the Republican national ticket four years ago. This means that the majority will be at least 325,000, which is just what every friend of good government would like to see.
Teppy Roosevelt met huge crowds at every station on his route to Oklahoma for the Rough Riders reunion. He refused politics despite 7,000 people jammed the Kansas City depot and an invitation to speak to Democrats.
The author argues the U S must unite with England and possibly Germany to keep progress and enlightenment alive in the East. He says the nation should be ready to respond if called.
The remark by Col. Watterson recalls the party’s debate about free silver. In Kansas City the big question is what to include in the platform and what to drop, as supporters and opponents clash.
The obituary recalls Admiral John W. Philip who died last Saturday. It notes his role as a bold, energetic leader and his 1898 remark before Santiago about the Vizcaya engagement reflecting his stern command.
The Kane Leader owned by Elisha K. Kane endorses Republican Joseph C. Sibley and Prohibitionist Harold B. Milward in a strategic move. The paper claims to support its principles while appearing to back the winning side.
President McKinley and his wife were greeted warmly in Canton last Saturday with a large crowd on the lawn. He delivered a brief address to friends and neighbors and will take a short period of rest at his old home.
The Chicago crank convention nominated J. G. Wooley of Illinois for President and Henry B. Metcalf of Rhode Island for Vice President. Rev. S. C. Swallow of the state fell short by about fifty votes for the Presidential honor.
The Chinese pig-tail is described as useful twisting material for individuals who have persistently meddled with the British lion. The wording reflects a metaphorical critique of active interference with British affairs.
Demand for flags is said to be unprecedented with proof that the public loves patriotic displays and would rather hoist them than lower them.
The Louisville Courier Journal notes Theodore Roosevelt strengthens McKinley’s ticket by unmatched independence appealing to reformers and youth. It praises Roosevelt’s balance intellect courage and leadership and cites his broad appeal to anti machine Republicans and young action oriented voters.
A Washington dispatch reports the fiscal year ending June 30 shows a surplus over eighty million dollars, far above Secretary Gage’s estimate due to large internal revenue and customs receipts. Expenditures total about $487.8 million while receipts reach $566.4 million with War and Navy costs noted. The 1898 comment reflects on prior deficits and the Spanish War expenses in the Philippines, Cuba, and Porto Rico.
The article recalls Lieut Butler of Company A First U S Marine Battalion who landed at Guantanamo during the Spanish American War. He later served in the Philippines and China, rising from 18 year old recruit to lieutenant after passing a Washington competitive exam. He is described as the son of Congressman Butler of West Chester Pennsylvania.
New York boards in Manhattan and the Bronx favor replacing vertical writing with the Spencerian slant. The Sun notes business leaders dislike vertical script as eccentric and slow, causing students to unlearn it to keep positions in commerce.
The Oregon, famed warship with a history of swift voyages from San Francisco to Key West, played a notable role in the destruction of the Spanish fleet at Santiago. Officials and the public hope the accident that deprives her of service is temporary.
Article notes a feud between Senator Hanna and Col. Quay. Hanna asks Quay to join the National Committee Advisory Committee and Quay consents. The two leaders, once rivals, now unite to battle a common foe and plan constructive action.
A Massachusetts Supreme Court ruling holds bicycles are machines not carriages and exempts cyclists injured by road defects from damages. The decision affects public roadway liability and cyclist remedies.
The July issue of McClure's features Rudyard Kipling and an article on W. J. Bryan along with pieces on railways in China and on diplomatic relations with Great Britain.
The piece argues for McKinley’s re election, praising improved finances and employment since 1896, noting wage rises and price stability, and highlighting tariff and gold standard advantages. It mentions Oregon election results, exports gains, fiscal year trade totals, and Roosevelt’s Vice Presidential reception.
News and views survey notes rising farm values and prosperity in Kansas City’s belt, with a record harvest year and employment gains. It cites 1897 cattle prices up 50 percent since 1894 and outlines upcoming state elections, the Grand Army encampment in Chicago, and the Northwest lumber drought affecting output.
The Indian head on the new five dollar note is Onepapa a Sioux chosen to resemble a typical Indian and hard to counterfeit. The Post Office announces rural carriers earning 400 dollars or more will rise to 500 with July changes and those below 400 get a 25 percent increase plus daily year round delivery by in person or bonded substitutes. Governor Roosevelt is close to November victory and seeks to buy the Washington house he used as Assistant Secretary of the Navy. Secretary Long lists new naval ships Virginia Rhode Island Maryland Colorado South Dakota St Louis Milwaukee Charleston with armored cruisers costing more and faster than battleships. Americans are urged to avoid South Africa as many young men sail there for mules with uncertain funds. some enlist, some seek charity, others ship elsewhere. President McKinley often rides at dawn from the White House to the bridal path and country nearby with officials, breakfast afterward.
Mair of Warren Pennsylvania a bankrupt under the act of July 1 1898 has applied for a full discharge from all debts provable against his estate creditors and others in interest are to appear before the court in Pittsburg on July 23 1900 at 10 o clock in the forenoon to show cause why the prayer should not be granted.
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