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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1885
Page
3
Community notices from Warren describe seat sales for Pinafore at Library Hall and a benefit event at the library. The excerpt also notes summer events, school exhibitions, church activities, and local construction plans, reflecting a busy town calendar.
Large crowds gathered in Warren county as Cobham Post 311 G A R dedicated a white bronze monument to soldiers from Tidioute and surrounding areas. Major Curtis presided, a procession moved to Oakland Cemetery, and Gen D B McCreary addressed veterans while schoolchildren joined in the ceremonies and floral tributes.
Mrs. Cook of Chicago visits O. H. Hunter. Miss Kate Cobham returns from New York. Will Rogers, of New York City, visits his Warren parents. Mrs. Scofield and daughters return from Washington. Mrs. Weatherby, Mrs. Carver and Frank Carver stay at Sulphur Springs cottage. Dr J Fisher of Olean spends Sabbath with Warren parents. Mrs. W. A. Bairstow to Versailles then back. Mrs. Bowen of Franklin visits L. R. Freeman. Capt. J. M. Clapp and family spend summer at Lakewood. Mr. and Mrs. Knapp back from Nunda. Orr’s health improves. walks about town. Capt. Dingley arrives. age nearly 87. Prof Zedaker at Newburg Asylum. Invitations for Jamieson Crary wedding in Webster City June 10. They will live in Warren after July 1. Mrs. Roman Schnur recovering from fever. her NY relatives with her. Miss Anna Sill home from Erie for visit. Fred Sill with Emery & Co. in Bradford. Warren Commandery Knight Templars attend Allentown conclave. Teachers of Warren Union School attend. Prof. Miller travels east. others to Wisconsin and New York towns. Fire chief H Smith travels to Corry then Brantford for firemen’s tournament. George Titus accompanies. Mrs. A. Fisher returns from Akron after eye operation. sight hopes bright. Mrs. W. D. Hinckley’s Library Hall concert praised. encore earned.
Garfield and Dunham have leased and opened the Sulphur Springs hotel below Irvine on June 1. Improvements promise comfortable accommodations, with the famed pine odor and sulphur water noted for healthful, curative properties.
The editor, born May 25, 1852, turned 33 on Tuesday, May 26, 1885. Small bills note for more details. Parasols and sun shades are promoted this week as O. H. Hunter & Son open a large line including Latin parasols at 1.25 and children's models from 25 cents, plus silk umbrellas offered at low prices.
A. A. Davis Co. offers a complete stack from cheapest to finest wall papers including remnants. New Latines Foulards Cambrics and Lawns arrive with bargains such as Good Lawns at 5 cents worth 8 and Good Latines at 8 cents worth 12 from O. H. Hunter & Son.
Sugar Grove observed Decoration Day with a sunrise flag display and a large parade led by James P. Younie Post G A R under Commander S Lord. About one thousand people attended the cemetery ceremonies with flowers, a salute, and speeches by Prof. Robert J. White and A C Pickard. The post also staged the drama True Blue on Friday and Saturday, earning over $100 on the second night.
Our correspondent notes appropriate honors to fallen heroes as the Bear Lake G A R Post visits the Cemetery with floral tributes. Rev Brockway gives a brief speech. The procession goes to the Town Hall for a dinner prepared by Wrightsville ladies. J T Barker thanks the ladies on behalf of the G A R. Mr Fowler speaks, Rev Brockway prays, and music ends the ceremonies.
A. A. Davis & Co. invites shoppers to view their floor oil cloth range before buying, promoting a selection of materials for homes and businesses.
The old M. E. Church in Warren was vacated last week and will be torn down for a new worship house. On May 24 Rev. W. W. Painter delivered the final sermon and traced the church’s 52 year history from its 1833 dedication.
Regular meeting notes progress on water and sewer plans for Public Way Hazel and Poplar streets. Fire hose cart arrival for Struthers Hose Co. and new night police discussed. Dr. A Fisher opposed cannon firing and block inspection planned. Orchestral use of town hall approved. licenses granted for rustic chair maker and various bills paid.
Rapid growth at Tiona and cleanup needs at Clarendon are noted along with Dunkirk harbor work. A saw mill fire at Wolf Run is reported, and Jamestown post changes include C E Weeks as Postmaster and F E Partridge as Deputy. The Jamestown Y M C A has 377 members. Miss Mary Harris heads a Tennessee school assignment.
May 28 notes show Garland busy and optimistic with thriving mills and two leading merchants O D Horn and W Andrews. A local school teacher from Tidiente, Ethel Evans, is praised, a roller rink opening spurs youth activity, and a wedding rumor hints at future joy.
The drowned Eddie Berkheimer's body was recovered May 28 from Henry's mill pond after his death on April 9. His funeral drew a large crowd, reflecting the community's sympathy for Mr. and Mrs. B. Special sale this week features 250 Crochet and Marseilles Bed Spreads at reduced rates, plus about 200 Corsets and continues hosiery offerings. The ad touts new goods daily and urges customers to visit.
The 35th semi annual session of the Northwestern District I D G T met in Youngsville on May 19 and 20. Officers attended. welcome by G W Brown, responses by Jay White. harmonious proceedings. public meeting in M E Church with several speakers and church choir. A resolution expressed sympathy for Sister Jane Orr whose son was injured, and thanks were extended to Youngsville Lodge and visiting delegates. Next meeting slated for Erie in November on the third Tuesday.
In a broad appeal the retailer urges everybody to learn how purchasing boots and shoes can cut costs. The call-to-action highlights affordable options and practical value for the everyday shopper.
Rk. H. Johnson offers to pay cash for bags free from papers and rubbish and for brass, copper, lead, zinc, rubber shoes and similar items delivered to room No. 8 at Johnson's Exchange.
Anthony Mintzer announces a new store in the Diamond block below Warren Hotel offering groceries and provisions at prices below any rival. He claims cash purchases reduce expenses and invites customers to test his claims, stocking prov isions crockery and baby carriages, with high cash prices paid to farmers. A. A. Davis & Co. and Wendlebee offer window shades to order.
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