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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1903
Page
4
The MAIL urges delinquent subscribers to settle accounts at the Carnegie Library Compound, warning that failure to pay will lead to removal from the list. The appeal stresses community members must prove they are alive by clearing balances.
President Roosevelt received a cordial welcome in Washington after a two month absence. He traveled about 14 000 miles through 22 states and territories, delivered 265 speeches, met diverse people, and reported no accidents. Mayors from both parties joined in greeting him as former Vice President Stevenson rode with him in Springfield Illinois.
Vanderbilt roads plan no new work except urgent needs until wages and prices ease and labor markets stabilize. Other roads have adopted the policy, aiming to curb spending, reduce labor demand, and limit iron consumption. Wages may have risen but strike fears keep big projects on hold while the iron market weakens.
A speaker lauds the American girl calling her the most competent in the world able to work hard and play well. The tribute notes her beauty, dress, health, and skill in turning a house into a home when she loves and cares for it.
The State G. A. R. Encampment at Allentown adjourned last Thursday to meet in Gettysburg next year. John Evans of Berwick was elected junior vice commander by a seven vote margin over Andrew Lee. Delegates to the national encampment in San Francisco include L. Rogers of Kane and P. C. Boyle of Oil City.
Rival newspaper policy bans gratis obituaries but allows simple death announcements for friends. The MAIl follows suit offering to publish brief death notices with paper ink and press participation.
A woman is appointed colonel on the governor of Colorado's staff. The remark notes it would be shocking to consider women becoming Kentucky colonels.
The Democrats won convincingly in Wilmington last week due to a stalemate between Addicks Republicans and regular Republicans. Some observers note the outcome underscores the saying that some people learn by experience.
Weather officials say last week’s floods in the Mississippi valley equal the 1844 surge, noting the region then had sparse settlements compared with today’s density.
The Oil City Blizzard laments Lig as a peculiar perpetual memorial day with fading flowers and numerous poor speakers. The tone recalls nostalgic reverence mixed with critique of public oration.
Grange rules warn suspensions for members who countenance abuse of dumb animals. Hon A C Barrett of the Pennsylvania Legislature chairs the agriculture committee. Little Falls New York Grange exceeds 400 members with 100 new since Jan 1 1903. NY grange insurance averages 6 74 per thousand over three years and total coverage 58738632. Pomona Grange Crawford county at Guy's Mills June 3 4 opposed county poor farm building plans arguing current facilities are adequate and require repairs only.
A magazine essay defends newspapers arguing they strive for accuracy and honesty. The piece notes few “rascally sheets” exist, while most editors work to support good causes and uphold character, earning modest rewards and lasting respect.
The State Sanitarium at the South Mountain Pine Camp, in the Pocono mountains of Monroe county, is designated as the open air home for pulmonary sufferers. The Forestry Commission receives $8,000 from the Legislature for two years. Commissioner Rothrock advocates the open air method, citing past cures and arguing Pennsylvania mountains offer similar curative power to Colorado.
The Centre Democrat argues Democrats attack Pennypacker Quay Penrose and the machine over press muzzling while James K. Polk Hall, then state chairman, remained silent during Senate final passage. Critics say his inaction undermines party leadership and public trust.
The Pittsburg Gazette notes a Presbyterian General Assembly report showing 2,500 ministers earn at least 1,000 yearly while 5,000 average 600. It argues leaders deserve higher pay, but church gifts do not rise, suggesting congregations are indifferent to pastor compensation and salvation hopes depend on generosity.
The New York State Board of Health records a major typhoid fever outbreak in Ithaca with 955 cases and 64 deaths. Of these, 288 cases occurred among students and 667 among townspeople. twenty nine students died.
Obituary for James C. Hamilton of Sugar Grove Pennsylvania born March 23 1832 died May 29 1903 at home He married Lucy Pratt June 6 1860 and Eliza Younie April 7 1870. two children Mary and Edgar R Hamilton and a daughter Margaret survive with Edgar and Margaret The article notes his role as Justice of the Peace and local benefactor and his strong character and scholarship.
The Pennsylvania Railroad offers round trip tickets to Lakewood New York from all lines June 16 and 17 for the YMCA Association meeting, with return by June 23 at a single fare. This allows attendees from across North America to travel at reduced rates.
Pennsylvania Railroad sells excursion tickets to Gettysburg for the Prohibition State Convention in Gettysburg Pennsylvania June 16 to 18. Tickets valid June 15 and 16 to Gettysburg and return until June 19 with a single fare round trip from any Pennsylvania station.
The Erie announces a low rate excursion to Boston Massachusetts for the First Church Christ Scientist Convention. Tickets go on sale June 26 and 27 with return allowed until August 1. Liberal stopover privileges at New York on the return. Erie Ticket Agents offer full particulars.
N. K. Wendelboe announces a spring paper changeover with cheaper rates. Displayed are a choice line of newspapers and all orders will be promptly attended to.
The item advertises premier printing services offered by the mail office with emphasis on high quality work. It highlights quick turnaround and competitive pricing aimed at local customers needing posters, handbills, and small print jobs.
An advertisement claims kidney and bladder trouble affect both women and men and promote Swamp-Root by Dr Kilmer as a remedy. It urges readers to obtain samples by mail and to note the product name and address in Binghamton New York.
Dentist listing for Warren Pennsylvania located in the Hoffman Block on the second floor with telephone connections noted.
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