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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1903
Page
4
The Pope of Rome died last Monday afternoon after a prolonged illness. Elected in 1878, he was seen as feeble but proved resilient to age 93. A successor will be chosen after burial rites, while his administration is praised as able and satisfactory.
The article reports a broad purge of post office officials as both Democratic and Republican rascals are dismissed as soon as exposed. The Federation notes the Republican administration leads the firings with a vow to remove all corrupt officials, aiming to strip both parties of wrongdoing before Congress reconvenes next winter.
A reader laments men who pay yearly dues to a benevolent order yet stay in arrears enough to lose benefits during illness or disability. The piece urges keeping accounts paid up to remain in good standing and eligible for aid.
Obituary tribute for Chief Arthur praising his leadership with low strike frequency and few grievances. The appraisal calls him just, wise, honest, and honorable, noting his ability to settle disputes without labor wars.
In Philadelphia a shopkeeper was arrested for selling a toy pistol to a boy who used it to wound himself causing lockjaw. The piece notes 37 deaths from gunpowder wounds followed by this disease in Pennsylvania since the start and calls for accountability. It states it is illegal to sell explosives to minors.
Oil prices rose three cents last Thursday with expectations of higher levels. June proved favorable for oil operations as production increased, but at the cost of drilling an unprecedented number of new wells. Daily yield gains were modest amid widespread activity across oil regions.
Rural boards report difficulty securing teachers across jurisdictions. They say higher salaries would attract and retain qualified staff, arguing good wages bring good teachers to schools.
The report notes another boy arriving at the home of former President Cleveland last Saturday, bringing the family to three girls and two boys. The piece comments that the ex-President is nearly equal to the current President in family size.
President Palma signals Cuba would borrow 35 million dollars from the United States as a gesture of friendly ties. He asks what security would be offered, prompting a reply about assurances and safeguards.
The notice requests readers to submit local news items by mail phone or in person while they are still current. It thanks readers for contributing and promises publication of timely community news.
A Watertown Times column argues against resting away from work, praising steady routines and the joy of work. It claims leisure can bring worry and debt, while purposeful labor fosters health and happiness, noting earlier generations enjoyed life without extended vacations.
The 1903 domestic and foreign commerce set a record with imports of 1,025,619,127 and exports of 1,419,991,290, totaling 2,445,610,417. This marks the largest yearly trade in U.S. history, surpassing 1900 and far exceeding levels from fifty years earlier.
City papers tally about 250 deaths this month from Fourth of July injuries and urge stricter enforcement of firearm laws. The grim toll highlights the holiday’s costly human price and calls for strengthened statutes to curb gun sales and use.
The piece argues that it takes nerve for the United States to rebuke Russia, even implicitly, over actions affecting Jews. It cautions elites in crystal palaces not to cast stones, noting nerve is required in relations among nations, corporations and individuals.
A Kalamazoo man William G Pattison dies prematurely at 89 due to excessive tobacco use. The note recalls the tale of an English Countess who lived to 110 and died after a fall from a cherry tree.
Across columns the piece notes Wall Street tremors while farmers press toward wheat gains. It cites global railways and canals, a 7 000 foot tunnel progress, and a long halted scheme now safely advancing. It lists political and public notices and a Kansas tornado yarn with humorous plow and corn tales.
Governor Pennypacker visited the First and Third Brigades at Camp sites in Somerset and Camp McKinley and spoke on state support for the National Guard. He urged the state to own cavalry horses and cover necessary expenses while leaving nonessential costs to be decided later.
The Kentucky convention on Wednesday gave its fourth presidential indorsement for 1904, following a May 27 Pennsylvania resolution, June 4 Ohio, and July 1 Iowa. Kentucky’s is the latest in a wave likely to see all Republican states take similar action. Lippincott's August issue offers fiction including Elizabeth Duer's The Green Dragon and Marion Harland's The Seventeenth of August 1844.
The first suit under the Dew libel law begun in Scranton Pennsylvania as Col. Er H Ripple postmaster sues Richard Little Scrantonian editor for 10000 dollars claiming mental anguish and injury to character. We guess the editor will win.
In Scranton Pennsylvania the mayor refused to allow Carrie Nation to hold a public display or lecture, urging other mayors to follow the same stance and promote restraint.
The Connellsville News laments the half of Fayette County Criminal Court time spent on un naturalized foreigners who do not pay taxes but receive privileges of citizens. It argues the coal and coke regions harbor illiterate foreigners with little respect for law and urges these people to pay their way.
Collier's Weekly launches a monthly reader contest inviting reviews of the current issue. Readers answer two or three questions and offer suggestions to improve the paper. Prizes total 329 dollars each month plus cumulative and yearly grand prizes. Samples, proofs, and copies are mailed postpaid for 40 cents.
A special fifteen day sea shore excursion to New York via Erie Railroad departs Jamestown August 11. Tickets valid for all limited trains and return by August 25 at a total rate of 11 dollars from Jamestown to New York and back, with half fare for children. Pullman accommodations and more information from F. H. Garfield, D P A, Jamestown N Y.
Daily service from June 1 to September 30 offers first class round trip tickets to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Glenwood Springs St Paul Minneapolis and other western destinations at very low rates Return limit October 31 Erie Agents will furnish particulars
New goods and latest styles in spring millinery at Kertcher's Best Job Printing at the Mail Office. Bright selections feature fashionable hats and accessories for the season.
A health warning explains many people suffer kidney trouble without realizing it. To test, fill a glass with water, let stand 24 hours. sediment indicates unhealthy kidneys, cloudy urine stains suggest kidney issues, and frequent urination or back pain signal disorder.
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