Peace Proposals in Turmoil Shaping Beaver Stewart Ballot Fight
The Republican State Committee proposals are debated as Independents seek to deny peace while exploring new conventions. Four candidates seek to force a public pledge not to run if the new convention occurs, challenging voter choice and exposing alleged boss rule. Exit McMichael and Chairman McKee vouched for mixed views, while party leaders condemn the Independent stance as factious and insincere.
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Beaver
Stewart
Crawford County
Continental Peace Conference
Judge Agnew
Hampton L. Carson
Francis B. Reeves
Republican Party
McMichael
McKee
Chicago cooks down beef price by reducing demand
The article notes that in Chicago high meat costs reduced beef consumption by about half. Dealers reportedly discarded choice cuts rather than lower prices, illustrating a market response where cutting demand lowered overall meat sales.
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Chicago
Abduction of Charley Ross Recounted Amid Ongoing Search
The piece notes Charley Ross was taken on July 1 in early years and has been counted as missing many times. It asserts he was abducted by the alleged captors and that no recovery has occurred despite public outcry and repeated efforts.
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Charley Ross
Court of Common Pleas
Warren County
Borough of
Warren
Mead Township
Pennsylvania
Taggert
Tipton
Fred. Merrill
George Marart
M. D. Archibald
First National Bank
George Markart
G. W. Hardenburg
Beecher & Copeland
Theo. Chase
Rights of candidates and voters in the face of boss rule
A speaker asserts that Tris should be free and all men may run for office and vote for their chosen candidates, while accusing boss Mitchell and his allies of blocking those rights. The piece highlights concerns about political outsider access and the integrity of the nomination process.
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Tris
Mitchell Ald
Independents complain of boss rule in voting plan
The Independents denounce boss rule yet propose pledging not to vote for certain candidates. They would effectively dictate the entire outcome by choosing the ticket now.
Notable Biblical Parable Turns On Hidden Hypocrisies
A sharp saying notes that some men show pious outwardness in winter while in summer their behavior reveals backsliding and hypocrisy. The line stages a blunt critique of public virtue versus private conduct.
Bankers Association Meets at Saratoga in August
The annual convention of the American Bankers Association of the United States will be held in Saratoga New York on August 16 and 17.
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American Bankers’ Association of the United States
Saratoga
N. Y
McDowell
Schofield
Sherman
Sheridan
Hancocks
Pope
Howard
Terry
Augur
Crook
Republicans Face Crucial Pennsylvania Gubernatorial Choice
The Meadville Republican argues the 1883 Pennsylvania governor race between Gen Beaver and Pattison defines state prosperity and national influence. It warns that Beaver victory means prudent management and continued Republican control. Pattison signals debt, taxation, and tariff-driven decline, urging Republicans to unite behind the party’s nominee.
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Beaver
Meadville
Reyarks
Pattisan
Blaine
Arthur
Pattison
Pennsylvania
Cameron
Mitchell
Wolfe
Public Debt of the United States analyzed 1856 to 1882
The annual analysis shows debt trends and per capita measures with figures for 1857 and 1865, plus interest rates and outstanding bonds as of 1882. It notes cash in treasury and population in 1882 and 1886, and mentions over eight hundred thousand dollars allotted for the Tenth Census report, praised as extensive and detailed.
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United States
Treasury
Prize Fight Draws Large Crowds In New York
Times note the crowd size for a genteel prize fight with sixteen thousand bought tickets at a dollar each and fifteen thousand more denied entry at the event in New York.
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New York
Independent papers in a go as you please lie season
The Conneautville Courier mentions a history of independent papers attempting to influence the Gree ley campaign by deceptive reporting. It asserts a past failure and predicts a similar outcome this time.
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Greeley
Conneautville
No more sense in bell on church than theatre
The N Y Observer argues against bells in churches comparing them to theatre bells. It suggests there is little sense in a young man leaving a theatre between acts just as leaving a church during singing preaching and praying.
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N.Y
Circus clown declares rain fuels corn and whisky
A Barretts circus clown in Ithaca New York during a rain shower made a quip about rain causing corn whisky and Democrats and that leads to political failure every four years.
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Barrett’s Circus
Ithaca
N. Y
Garfield expenses cut in Senate after House pass
The House approved the Garfield expenses at $120000 but the Senate reduced the amount to $57100, carving away more than half of the appropriation.
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Garfield
House
Senate
Lincoln remains laid in family vault at Springfield monument
The remains of Mrs. Abraham Lincoln were deposited in the family vault beneath the Lincoln Monument in Springfield last Thursday as part of the private interment.
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Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln Monument
Springfield
Mrs Lincoln Leaves 74000 Sufficient To Avoid Poverty
The statement notes that Mrs. Lincoln’s $74,000 fortune was ample to keep her from ending in the poor-house, indicating moderate wealth rather than destitution.
Maine Fall Scene Promises Five State Tickets
Maine anticipates a lively fall with five state tickets in the field as officials prepare for upcoming contests. The bustling campaign drives across cities underscore local engagement and political participation.
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Ture
Maine
Local Goods Advertised By Johnson & Siegfreid and Morex Bros
The notice lists Yes Tooth Powder offered by Johnson and Siegfried and razors knives forks and spoons stocked by Morex Bros. A fresh stock of wall paver is also advertised at Variety Hall.
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Johnson & Siegfreid
Morex Bros
Vaiety Hall
J2sonson & Siegfreid
Kropp
Simpson & Co
Liberty Street
Morck Bros
Republican State Central Committee Meets in Philadelphia
The Executive Committee convened in Philadelphia on Tuesday with eight of ten members present to address communications from the Chairman and Independent Republicans. A letter from Republican candidates asserts they defer to the committee and cannot act independently in the upcoming convention.
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Republican State Central Committee
Philadelphia
Thomas W. Cooper
John Stewart
Levi Bird Duff
Geo. W. Merrick
Geo. Junkin
Republican State Committee
Pennsylvania
James A. Beaver
Henry Rawte
Wm. T. Davies
Joan M. Greer
Marriott Brosius
Republican Party
Rise in Pennsylvania Governorship candidates over time
Historical overview shows Pennsylvania rarely had more than two candidates for governor. The field expanded from two candidates in early 19th century to three in 1814, 1835, 1844, and beyond, peaking with four in 1847 and 1878, including Republicans, Democrats, Independents, and third parties.
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Pennsylvania
Simon Snyder
Isaac Wayne
George Latimore
Jos. Ritner
Anni-Mason
George Wolfe
Henry Muhlenberg
David B. Porter
John Banks
F. J. Lamoyne
Abolition
Francis R. Shunk
Joseph Markle
James Irwin
E. C. Reigart
Henry M. Hoyt
Andrew A. Dill
Samuel R. Mason
Franklin H. Lane
Beaver Proclaims He Carries the Only 306 Medal
Mr. Roberts of the Phenixville Messenger asks Gen. Beaver about the 306 medal. Beaver replies by displaying his wooden leg as the sole 306 medal he carries, a moment that drew applause from the audience.
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Mr. Roberts
Phenixville Messenger
Beaver
Diamonds and Jewelry at Morcx Bro's Fresh Stock
Diamond and watch listings announce Morcx Brothers jewelry shop offerings. Variety Hall advertises new stock of wallpaper. The note mentions fresh wallpaper arrivals at the Variety Hall location.
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Morcx Bro’s
Variety Hall
Spring suit styles by Jake Keller on Second Street
Jake Keller offers a large stock of cloths and a skilled work force on Second Street. He can cut and fit suits in the latest style at low prices. Visit to compare goods and prices.
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Jake Keller
Second Street
R. Gllson
Reform in Primary Nominations Spars Erie Area
The Erie Warren Venango district gathered 153 Republicans to nominate a Congress candidate. Samuel M. Brainerd won, seen as a strong defender of party unity. The piece laments intraparty bargaining and calls for reform to curb patronage and restore honor to nominations. It also notes retirements and succession among top generals in 1882 and beyond.
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Erie
Warren
Venango
Samuel M. Brainerd
Erie County
Pennsylvania
James A. Beaver
Keystone
Watson
House
Senate
Messrs
Allen
White
Cummings
Warren County
Mr. Watson
Indian violence in New Mexico and Arizona reported
Report notes murderous activity by Indians across New Mexico and Arizona. It cites regional unrest and calls for action by authorities amid growing clashes and fatalities.
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New Mexico
Arizona
Two trees yieldHemlock bark in Tioga county
Two Tioga county trees produced 2560 pounds of hemlock bark. The report notes the figure as a local harvest detail from the timber sector.
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Tioga County
Pittsburg
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Henry M. O. Hoyt
Cherry Grove Oil Company
Brown & Stone, Atty’s
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WM. Highhouse
Pleasant Tp
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Chamberlain Institute
Randolph, N.Y
J.T. Edwards
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George Horton
H. B. Hover
R. C. Wright
Sheffield
John Whitman
C. W. R. Radeker
Collector’s Commission
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L. E. Branch
H. C. Barnes
Blair County
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Benjamin
Tasbellant
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Warren Co. Com
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A. B. McKain
Deerfield Township
Eldred Township
J.P. Burd
Yyarren
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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L. H. Estep
Union Oil Company
Sherman & Estep
Win. D. Brown
A. D
J. A. Weible
Theo, Chase, Sherill
Hazael Streets
High Street Furniture Store
Greenland, Warren, Pa
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Hazel
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W. H. Simpson & CO
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