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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1900
Page
2
Nine presidential tickets compete, with William Jennings Bryan heading a third of them though that alone is unlikely to secure victory. Other tickets feature unnamed contenders and regional factions as the race heats up.
Four years after favoring an income tax the Democratic party now rejects the idea due to growing opposition from wealthy donors. The shift reflects a changed political calculus as billionaires increasingly back non tax policies.
The Democratic platform gains traction in the Philippines with Aguinaldo arranging translations into multiple dialects to broaden understanding and appeal.
Though not listed among famed military heroes, Stevenson earned a singular distinction as the man behind the axe in a notable war effort.
Tennessee courts will not license women lawyers to practice before them. It is obvious that a woman cannot reach her pistol pocket quick enough to obtain any footing in a Southern court.
John R. McLean sends a 25000 check to W. J. Bryan amid a chorus claiming the Gas trust will chip in for democracy. The speaker jokes that the Ice trust and Sugar trust will follow, urging continued contributions.
The British empire faces ongoing war in Africa and unrest in China. The Boers resist decisively, described as a very lively corpse.
The West Virginia Republican Party launches a strong campaign with an excellent ticket and solid platform, expressing unbounded confidence that they cannot be beaten, likening their setup to a winning Pennsylvania combination.
The Interstate Commerce Commission reports for year ending June 30 1900 that 7 123 people were killed on railroads and 44 620 injured. Among the dead are 4 040 trespassers and 4 730 injured trespassers. The figures are presented as doubtless correct and describe a bloody year.
The passage notes Populists Democrats and Silver Republicans nominate Bryan with a single common plank on free coinage of silver at 16 to 1 while some Bryanites still claim silver is a dead issue.
Republican Platform argues Congress should create a Department of Commerce and Industries led by a Cabinet Secretary to expand markets for farm and factory products, securing better demand and steady American labor employment.
The supreme court sustains the mercantile tax law, expected to raise 600 000 to 700 000 dollars annually for the state. Proponents call it just, charging big dealers proportionally, while easing burden on small dealers compared with the old law. The decision marks a victory for the people against John Wanamaker and his critics.
The excerpt critiques President McKinley for sending troops to China, then faults him for delays. It argues anti expansion, urging uphold American honor without an army, yet condemning a lack of soldiers if Americans die, and contends government cannot aid foreign nations without soldiers or ships.
Immigration to the United States rose about 50 percent in the year ending June 30, surpassing the prior year and nearly doubling 1897-1898. For the twelve months ending June 30 the figures were 229,299. 311,715. and 448,551. A sharp Japanese arrival of 11,076 in the last quarter halted abruptly due to new Japanese expatriation laws.
The Bradford Era notes that Venango county delegates at the Democratic Congressional conference in Oil City lacked authority and that regularly accredited delegates did not attend. It attacks opponents of Mr. Sibley and mocks party rules as irrelevant to satisfying the hungry opposition.
Visiting cards neatly printed at the Mail Office with pricing 75 cents per hundred 50 cents for fifty and 30 cents for twenty five.
President McKinley frames the key campaign issues focusing on the gold standard and free coinage of silver, the Dingley tariff, and imperial policy in the Philippines. He argues for solid money, adherence to tariffs, and orderly overseas policy amid domestic opposition. Roosevelt, Lodge, and Wolcott are praised for delivering a unified GOP message from the 1900 convention.
A survey of Democratic and independent papers shows broad opposition to Bryan with about two million readers across 30 papers. Morton and other ex Cleveland officials back the fight against Bryan, predicting a stronger defeat in 1900 and criticizing Bryanism and foreign policy.
The Nebraska analysis argues Bryanism wanes as state prosperity grows. It notes farmers paying mortgages, cheaper credit at 5 percent, and voters content with the current condition. It predicts fusion forces falter unless crops fail and asserts Bryan cannot win his own precinct, ward, city, county, or state.
The Republican platform emphasizes progress, patriotism, honest money, a strong merchant marine, foreign ships, the gold standard, prosperity, and a militant stance under the American flag. The Bryan platform is criticized as retrogressive and tied to Tammany Hall and the Ice Trust.
The St Louis Democrat argues Stevenson is a respectable person yet fails to excite support. It dismisses the idea that putting him on Bryan's ticket would win Illinois and claims Illinois will stay strongly Republican in 1900 due to Bryan's platform.
The NC legislature passes a bill aimed at disfranchising Black voters. The vote prompts debate over governance without consent of the governed as the discussion continues internationally.
A Missouri farmer reports losing a $50 diamond ring during feeding chores with his chickens. The remark contrasts past government times when farmers had little to lose and little to feed.
An old advertisement promotes Foley's Kidney Cure claiming to strain and purify blood via healthy kidneys. It asserts there is no health hope while kidneys are wrong and that this product is the sole effective option endorsed by J. M. Siegfried.
The New York Times declares one clear issue in the 1900 campaign and endorses McKinley and re-election. It argues Bryan’s defeat is certain, praising McKinley’s administration and warning against Bryanism, imperialism opposition, and trusts.
Mr. Emery and son Earle arrived in Bradford after noon. A reception committee planned a public meeting that evening to notify him of a congressional nomination. Emery indicated he would consider the nomination if Republicans and Democrats endorse it, but he prefers not to run and will discuss his exact position with advisors. He warned against a doodle campaign and vowed to work hard if he accepts.
The article notes Milwaukee has the highest German population proportion at 66 percent, followed by Hoboken at 57 and New York at 38. It also states Wisconsin leads states in residents born in Germany with 283 000 native born Germans, while New York has 553 000. The United States total German born residents is reported as 2 993 000.
A dispatch from Tien Tsin July 8 says Admiral Seymour shot his wounded after the Pekin relief retreat. Wounded and prisoners allegedly tortured by Chinese captors. two marines’ bodies recovered, eyes hacked out and limbs removed. Seymour wept, and the firing squad was ordered to end the men’s suffering.
The August issue introduces Reginald Banfield Chase with The way Benny Looked at It and a slyly humorous piece 2620 Oxford Place. Both stories showcase fresh voices and vivid character focus.
An advertising notice argues many female ailments stem from kidney imbalance and promotes Fo Lry's Kidney Cure as essential for most women. The claim is presented as medical advice from J. M. Siegfried.
W. C. Rowland & Sons offer the largest and most complete wallpaper stock in Warren with continual additions of new designs. Prospective buyers are urged to inspect the Exchange block showroom before purchasing.
Column gathers varied clippings on patriotism and politics. It notes a Boston Herald war cry suggestion, reports a surge of enlistment in China theater, mentions census figures for Washington DC, and comments on McKinley’s renomination and Prohibition rhetoric.
Washington reports predict a fierce fall campaign for Joseph C. Sibley in Pennsylvania 27th district. A rumored $250,000 opposing fund aims to bankroll $1,500 per precinct while Emery and Bradford ally Lewis Emery Jr. push a strong bid. Sibley plans limited spending and a nationwide slate of top orators to boost his stump effort.
Passengers aboard the steamer San Juan report Nome City as a lawless gold camp under martial law with 40 000 men stranded on the beach. They describe murder poverty and disease including smallpox and typhoid as supplies collapse and prices plummet.
The Rock Island road warns examiners to reject applicants who smoke cigarettes. Vice President Parker emphasizes intolerance of tobacco use, stating the policy aims to avoid men with addictions, unlike other railroads that avoid liquor.
Census workers near completion for Washington population figures as larger city bulletins are promised. San Francisco surgeons head to Cape Nome to combat a miners outbreak with fumigation gear and vaccines. Public debate continues over Army Canteen. Navy plans for a major fleet expansion include battleships and armored cruisers. A new pea pest devastates Maryland crops with estimated losses rising to 4 million dollars, while total Atlantic coast damage nears 11 million.
Dispatch from Shanghai reports July 14 breach at Tien-Tsin allowing capture of the native city forts and routing of Chinese defenders. Allied casualties total about 800 across Thursday to Saturday, with Russians and Japanese suffering the heaviest losses. Reports on Pekin massacre remain unconfirmed and panic over possible Boxer uprising persists among officials and officers.
Senator Hanna labeled the Democratic platform a cunningly devised scheme to trap voters. He argued the document blurs expansion and imperialism and questions whether the flag follows the constitution or vice versa. He doubts the free silver plank will satisfy Republicans.
Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by New Great South American Kidney Cure. Prompt relief of pain and retention of water. suitable for male or female. Sold by Hertzel and Saner in Warren. Five American sopranos and contraltos singing at Covent Garden include Suzanne Adams and Louise Homer among others. Olive Fremstad to join English opera company next fall.
The Mann Wired Envelope is the latest novelty and no more expensive than the old style. Call and see it and leave a trial order.
An ad notes wedding invitations and calling cards available at the Mail Office. It highlights neat pen work and elegant designs offered at low prices.
Blank deeds and mortgages offered for typewriter use by mail office. The notices advertise available blank forms for legal document drafting and filing at the office.
Local notice highlights Jacob Keller's tailor shop as the best place to obtain a well fitting suit or overcoat at reasonable prices. Call for details on services and pricing.
The Chicago Times-Herald notes mixed views on expansion and stopping trusts as a political issue. The writer argues outcomes are uncertain and warns that platforms alone cannot keep a garden clear, using metaphor to question the electoral stakes.
The Court of Common Pleas of Warren County Pa appoints James W Wiggins as commissioner to take testimony in the Hafele libellant case on July 20 1900 at 2 PM in Warrnborough. Letters of administration granted for Israel Emabd late Elk Township Warren County and notice to debtors and claimants for settlement.
Admr Jos A Schofield announces administration of William A Greaves late of Warren County Pennsylvania deceased. All persons indebted must pay immediately and those with claims must present them properly authenticated for settlement. Warren Pennsylvania May 22 1900.
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