Cooper Named Collector at Philadelphia in 1889
Senator Cooper of Delaware County is appointed Philadelphia Collector on July 8, 1889. A veteran politician, 54, he has long led state politics from Harrisburg and Media owner of the Delaware County American. The piece notes his possible governor bid and comments on party dynamics and press opinion.
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Cooper
Delaware County
Philadelphia
Harrisburg
Republican State Committee
Andrews
Senate
Ohio
Cadiz
Media
Delaware County American
Glade
Warren County
State of
Pennsylvania
Brown, Stone & Rice, Solicitors
Wanamaker Restores Rail Clerical Balance on Run
Tur N Y World argues that 296 of 300 New York to Chicago clerks were replaced after Wanamaker’s arrival, with seasoned workers reinstalled and new hires dismissed. The paper claims Wanamaker simply reversed Cleveland’s changes to restore prior efficiency and questions four unsettled clerks.
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Tur N. Y. World
New York
Chicago
Wanamaker
Cleveland
Governor Signs Dog Tax Law in Commonwealth
The governor signs a general dog tax bill requiring Assessor to collect taxes on dogs and owners personal property. Tax rates are fifty cents and one dollar by sex, with funds first funding sheep losses caused by dogs and if none, diverted to the school fund.
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Braver
Commonwealth
Local Propaganda Argues for John L Sullivan Mayoral Run
A newspaper column argues John L Sullivan should be Boston mayor. It claims the Democracy will back him, listing Cleveland as an example of using tough elements to win. The piece suggests Sullivan’s possible jail risk could hinder his candidacy but remains hopeful.
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John L. Sullivan
Boston
Cleveland
Buffalo
White House
Nomination of L. Rogers for County Treasurer
The McKean County Republican Convention unanimously nominated Hon. L. Rogers for County Treasurer a deserved compliment to a faithful Republican worker. He has served the people long and faithfully and deserves reward. We hope to see him triumphantly elected.
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L. Rogers
McKean County
Weather Delays Bank Building News This Week
By Charlie Ott’s guidance work on the bank building continues with a new wall under the Mart office. The water and heat hinder heavy reporting as the structure nears possible collapse, prompting caution in coverage.
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Charlie Ott
Bank
Mart
Nast to Return to Republicans as Veal Is Served
The Philadelphia Press declares Nast will soon rejoin the Republican party and likens his treatment to feeding him crow for a short period. It suggests a fellow artist should dish out the same dose to him as he gives to others.
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Philadelphia
Nast
Crow
Gren Hastines Helps Johnstown Restore Order
Hastines left Johnstown last week after aiding locals to manage affairs. He earned praise as a big-hearted relief figure who brought order out of chaos and proved suited for the difficult duty.
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Gren. Hastines
Johnstown
Prohibition Amendment Submission Dispute Cited
A pitched debate arises over when a prohibitory amendment to the State Constitution may be resubmitted. The Constitution states no amendment shall be submitted more than once in five years.
Mrs Jutia Gardiner Tyler Dies in Richmond Hotel
Mrs Jutia Gardiner Tyler second wife of John Tyler tenth President dies at the Exchange Hotel in Richmond Virginia on July 10 from a congestive chill.
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Jutiia Gardiner Tyler
John Tyler
United States
Exchange Hotel
Richmond
Washington's Cold Reception for White House Seekers
The last week offered only a chill for office seekers at Washington as the President gave little warmth in replies or assurances. The scene reflected a frosty reception from the administration toward aspirants.
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Washington
The Arrow will please excuse us this week
The Arrow laments this week as the team declines further action. The remark suggests frustration over a meaningless game and a sense of futility in continuing.
Sullivan Kilrain fight blamed for national depravity
The writer condemns the Sullivan Kilrain bout as unbecoming of civilization. He argues it drew unparalleled attention for weeks, compares it to animal cruelty, and calls newspapers educators rather than sensationalists for pandering to a depraved appetite. He laments the rise of a conquering hero amid public fascination.
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Sullivan- Kilrain
Sullivan
Atlanta
President Hikes to Deer Park in Maryland Hills
The article notes the President establishing summer headquarters at Deer Park Maryland. Steve Elkins or his father in law owns the barren land. Cleveland previously stayed there under Democratic in law Senator Davis. Mrs Harrison and children moved to the mountains last week. the President followed last Friday. He plans to return to Washington today to handle any office seeker activity.
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Deer Park
Maryland
Steve Elkins
Cleveland
Elkins
Davis
Harrison
Washington
Steve
Judge White Revises Stance on Pittsburg Licenses
Judge White admits error in reducing licenses in Pittsburg and Allegheny City to near prohibition levels. He says five hundred more retail licenses should be granted, arguing speak-easys harm outweighs effects of licensed saloons and encouraging license appeals to the Supreme Court.
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White
Pittsburg
Allegheny City
Supreme Court
Major NYC death toll tops weekly rate at over 1100
The weekly death rate in New York City surpassed 1,100 the highest for the year. Other items note S L M Bartow of New York, a famed railroad lawyer, died July 10. Secretary Blaine denies resignation rumors. Thomas Ewing Sherman ordained a priest in Philadelphia. Claus Spreckels plans a 4,000,000 pound daily sugar capacity refinery in Philadelphia opening Sept 1.
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New York City
S. L. M. Bartow
New York
United States Treasury
Blaine
Washington
Thomas Ewing Sherman
W. T. Sherman
Catholic Church
Philadelphia
Ryan
Claus Spreckels
Reed Street
Spreckles
Chicago
Standard Oil Company
Buffalo
Pugilism vs Law Sparks Press Debate
The New York Herald and The World clash over a boxing event, accusing authorities of tolerating a notorious spectacle while praising or condemning the clash of sport and public order. The papers reflect national drama and press inconsistency in coverage.
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Irv
N. Y
Manonz Seeks Virginia Republican Unity at Petersburg
Gen Manonz of Virginia presided over a Petersburg convention on the 9th and declared he could recognize only one Republican party in Virginia, hinting Mahone would lead it. Enemies say he plans a gubernatorial bid while others believe he seeks to sway the President to gain patronage power in Virginia.
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Manonz
Virginia
Republican Party of
Petersburg
Mahone
Bustle's Decline Laid to Queen Victoria and Mrs Cleveland
The New York World notes fashion's bustle has faded after years of public life. It claims Queen Victoria and her circle abandoned it, and credits Mrs. Cleveland with foresight for recognizing the bustle's usefulness has ended.
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New York World
Queen Victoria
How to Wash Flannel Shirts
Advice from a Clothier in Albany Argus outlines washing methods for flannel shirts. It notes slight fabric shrinkage is normal and suggests hot soap suds without rubbing, then repeatedly running through a wringer, and avoiding wringing by hand or cold water.
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Albany
Argus
Supreme Court cited for weak human conduct in license ruling
Harrisburg Telegraph argues the Supreme Court’s wholesale license decision shows the court as fallible and irritable when overruled. It claims newspapers largely dispute the ruling as an incorrect interpretation of the law and warn the Legislature may need a clearer act to restore discretion to the licensing court.
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Supreme Court
Harrisburg
Two South American Republics Poised for U S Equality
The piece foresees rapid growth for Chile and Argentina, noting Chile’s contract to supply 10 million ties from Puget Sound for a Pacific to Atlantic railroad. It credits American engineers and contractors leading the project and links aims to connect Andean silver mines with commerce while Argentina grows in population and immigrant share.
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United States
Chili
Puget Sound
Pacific
Atlantic
Andes
Ayer's Ague Cure Promoted by Drugists Authority
Druggists and others who sell Ayer's Ague Cure are authorized to guarantee a cure in every instance. Try this medicine first.
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Ayer
Pennsylvania Gettysburg Transportation Act of 1889 Text
The text outlines an act to provide transportation to Gettysburg for surviving Pennsylvania soldiers who fought at Gettysburg in 1863. It authorizes the Adjutant General to arrange rail passage and return with at least a week in Gettysburg, and to issue orders and procedures. It includes penalties for impersonation, an appropriation of fifty thousand dollars, and approval by May 8 1889.
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Act For Transportation of
Pennsylvania
Gettysburg
Commonwealth
Republic
Senate
House of Representatives
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
General Assembly
Battle of
D. H. Hastings
Adjutant- General
Auditor-General
Board of Commissioners
John P. Nicholson
Prohibition Vote in Kansas Sparks Debate and Protests
Exchange excerpts reflect cross‑paper commentary on Prohibition in Kansas urging a fresh public vote if law proves successful. Other items note fire at Blackwell Island prison, condemnation of a governor’s attack, rail accidents, and origins of Children’s Sunday across denominations.
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Blackwell’s Island
Baltimore
Pittsburg
John E. Bair
Armes
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Herald
N. Y. Tribune
Europe
New York Herald
Buffalo Courier
Universalist Church
Chelsea
Mass
General Convention
Gloucester
Johnstown Flood Reports Toll Rising in Cayadatta River
A July 10 Johnstown special describes a heavy afternoon rain turning Cayadatta Creek into a torrent that toppled two dams and washed away skin factories and railroad bridges. About 30 to 40 people stood on a crossing when the bridge failed, with several feared dead. The flood left Johnstown and Gloversville desolate, with property damage estimated at $30,000 and ten missing, four bodies recovered so far.
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Aubany
Johnstown
Cayadatta
Fonda, Johnstown & Gloversville Railroad
N. Y
Charles Frear
Coakley
Yost
Steadwell
Cayadum
A Church Divided Over Secret Societies in Erie
The United Brethren church dispute in Erie Pa after a general conference split over secret societies. Bolters reappointed Rev Luce of Union City as presiding elder while the regular faction named Mr Smith. Luce seeks possession of the Erie church as Rev O Wiard’s Erie pastor’s police squad hold the property amid fears of a riot.
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Erie
United Brethren Church
Bolters
Mr. Luce
Union City
Smith
Luce
Erie Church
Cc. O. Wiard
Utah wool output for 1889 near 12 million pounds
A Salt Lake special reports Utah will produce about 12 000 000 pounds of wool in 1889 with prices from 14 to 19 cents and an average of 17 cents. High quality wool is credited to May rains and fine feed. Brisk mutton exports have caused scarcity and prices to remain firm through the summer.
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Denver
Col
Salt Lake
Utah
Miss Louise Bates Narrowly Escapes Balloon Descent
Aeronaut Miss Louise Bates ascended from North Asbury Park grounds amid a large crowd. After reaching about 500 yards, hot air escaped and the balloon descended. She detached the parachute, swung free, fell into Deal Lake, became entangled in parachute ropes, and was rescued by men in a boat.
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Asbury Park
Louise Bates
North Asbury Park
Deal Lake
Miss Bates
Immigrant inspectors named under Allen law
The Secretary of the Treasury appointed Robt. D. Layton of Pittsburg and John Mil holland as immigrant inspectors under the Allen contract labor law representing laboring interests of the country. He also named John M. Morton, son of the late O. P. Morton, as shipping commissioner for the port of San Francisco.
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Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
Robt. D. Layton
Pittsburg
John Milholland
Layton
John M. Morton
O. P. Morton
San Francisco
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve marketed for wide range of skin issues
Advertises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as best salve for cats bruises syres ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. Promises cure of piles with money back guarantee. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold at Morck Drug Store.
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Morck Drug Store
Baxter's Mandrake bitters cure alls digestion and fever
An old advertisement touts Baxter's Mandrake bitters as a cure for digestion disorders heartburn costiveness and malaria like illnesses. Sold by Morris and Mullen in North Carolina at twenty five cents per bottle.
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Baxter’s Mandrake
Morris & Mullen
N. Cen
Travel Notes from Antwerp and Brussels Unearth Rubens Legacy
The writer tours Antwerp and Brussels describing Rubens landmarks and art, encounters with a foot painter in Bruges, street life, markets, and cafe dining. He notes guides at churches, porters demanding tips, and Belgian daily life, ending with a train to Paris. Literary notices follow, highlighting authors and earnings.
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Paris
Mair
Antwerp
Rubensville
Reubens
Rubens
Rubens Avenue
Bruges
Europe
America
Brussels
Palace of Justice
Parliament
Abbreviated States and their playful labels
A witty Youth's Companion verse links state nicknames to puns such as Me for Maine Mass for Massachusetts Ind for Indiana Pa for Pennsylvania Miss for Mississippi Ark for Arkansas Me again for Maine Tenn for Tennessee La for Louisiana O for Ohio Ill for Illinois Md for Maryland Conn for Connecticut Kan for Kansas Wash for Washington.
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United States
Amusing Anecdotes From Far and Near
A Tyrone tailor recalls a flood night when a man floated in on a door to be measured for a wedding suit. A Buenos Ayres tale tells of a mother in law harassed by bidders for a fake crocodile sale. A clergyman misreads a Bible verse, a Boston girl entertains a boy to illustrate behavior, and sparrow capers close the column with a note on credulity.
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Bellwood
Buenos Ayres
Boston
New York Tribune
Table Etiquette Do Not Eat in a Hurry or Reach Over Guests
The guide warns guests not to swallow raisin seeds or fruit skins, to avoid hanging napkins on collar buttons, and to protect the lap not the neck. It instructs lifting the spoon to the mouth, keeping elbows away, and not sawing the mouth with the napkin or reaching over others.
President appoints Hart as Solicitor of Internal Revenue Bureau
The president names Hon. Alphonso Hart of Ohio to head the Internal Revenue Bureau. Other items note a Bayou Goula man shot by two Negroes on the 8th, likely fatally. Wiley Matthews the escaped Bald Knobber implicated in Arkansas killings. Chicago gambler Frank H. Tiernan dies by suicide amid debt. stock broker J. H. Bradley allegedly misappropriated $2,200. a Richmond youth was killed in a shooting. a Norfolk County row ends in a fatal shot. The Caledonian quarantined at Marseilles with cholera onboard. two passenger deaths reported. Georgetown firms face $100,000 liabilities. Somerville murder and family shooting ends with Rosenberg dead.
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Alphonso Hart
Ohio
Internal Revenue Bureau
Bayou
Goula
John Kuruscan
New Orleans
Wiley Matthews
Bald Knobber
Arkansas
Jackson
Frank H. Tiernan
Chicago
Gore
J. H. Bradley
Palmer
Mass
Tibbetts & Coe
Boston
Richmond
Charles Runge
Charles H. Ferguson
Ferguson
Colored Society
Smokytown
Norfolk County
Willis Dougherty
Cornelius Lacey
Rosenberg
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Humphrey Wake
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Jutta Warp Howe
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Manah Schuler
Maria Blowers
Wm. H. Blowers
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Robert Parrish and Company
William I. Bachop
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Walter Briggs
Edwin Turner
Allen & Higgins
James W. Wiggins
Warren, Pa
E. B. Richardson & CO
Geneva
George Crouch, Jr
John Buerman
George Crouch
Brown, Stone & Rice, Attys
J. Buerman
Penn'a
Sylvester H. Platt
Hannah A. Barber
Barber
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Geo. C. Cornelius
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Ladies’ Furnishing Store
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Library Hall
Infant
Third St
Ljzaom
OUR
Mail Order Department
Anderson
Boggs & Buhl
Federal St
Allegheny, PA
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Warren, Fa
Struthers, Wells & CO
Parshall & Sill
E. W. Parshall
G. W. Sill
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H. S. Thomas
Wood & Thomas
Liberty
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Co. Schellhammer
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Tidioute
National Hotel
Corydon
Kinzur
Revere House
Angesta
Clarendon
J.K. Ronne
Hickory Street
C. L. van Deusen Nursery CO
F. R. Scott
C. W
Jos. Horne & Co
Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA
Warren Savings Bank
Arren
Marriea
L. F. WA
Eddal
B. Nesmith
A. J. Hazeltine
L. F. Watson
Dunnam
L. R. Freeman
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L. B. Wood
Phil Fortune
Phil
Jamestown, N. Y
Frewsburg and Russell
Sugar Grove
At, Warren
G. H. Dunham
J.J. Dunn
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