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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1875
Page
2
John F Hartranft of Montgomery County is listed as a candidate for governor. The notice identifies his name and county affiliation, indicating his gubernatorial bid or candidacy details referenced in the historical clipping.
R C Wright of Sheffield is announced as a Republican candidate for County Commissioner in the upcoming November election, subject to nomination by the Republican County Convention. Also eds note Briggs announces candidacy for Register and Recorder and Clerk of the Orphans Court in Warren County Pa, stating prior deputy service and openness to inquiries.
A sharply-worded editorial argues the Ohio Democratic platform pursues repudiation to destroy national credit and topple the national bank. It warns the movement seeks to win by deceit, to appeal to the South, and to revive a Confederate-era agenda, with consequences for the presidential campaign and national unity.
The Tilton-Beecher case concludes after over 100 days. Beach closed for the Plaintiff last Thursday. Judge Neilson refused further testimony and gave a brief charge to the jury. By Monday noon the jury had not reached a verdict, with speculation they may not agree. London reports heavy failures. one firm owes 12.5 million dollars. The writer quips about men being broken by such sums and suggests Warren for an oil well fix.
United States troops performed escort duty in Boston during the Bunker Hill anniversary, noting it as their first such duty in the city since aiding the return of fugitive slave Burns to his owners. The remark reflects perceived shifts in times.
Henry M. Hoyt of the mining regions serves as chairman. A meeting of the Cas is planned at Harrisburg on July 2. A. D. Wood, Esq., is the representative for Warren County.
A small earthquake rattled Ohio shortly after the Democratic platform adoption. Party officials say the quake will not affect post election qualifying processes.
Dispatches from Washington report that by June 30 the Treasury will show a balance of at least 50 million dollars after all demands including interest and the sinking fund. The prior year’s excess receipts over expenditures was 2.344 million, and about 11 million represents the year's gain for the Treasury.
The piece portrays a council of power struggles within Tammany Hall involving Guv Til den, John Kelley, Sanford E. Church, and John Morrissey. Tension rises as wage cuts anger workers and threaten leadership, with Morrissey’s boxing reputation cited as defense of the ring. California Republicans show unity with a full slate: Phelps for Governor, Davis for Lieutenant Governor, Hallett for Secretary of State, Greene for Comptroller, Gadner for Surveyor-General, Beckman for Treasurer, Sawyer for Attorney-General, Taggart for Clerk of the Supreme Court, Carr for Superintendent of Public Instruction.
The Democratic-leaning Frank Leeke’s Illustrated Paper extols the Republican record over fourteen years. It claims the party bore heavy responsibilities with broad northern support and southern black allegiance, deeming it nearly divine emancipation and evoking universal admiration among Americans.
Democrats fear Republican control of the Senate would push a favorable redistricting for the next Legislature. With a Democratic Senate, passage of any redistricting bill must align with the majority. The note ends with a wry remark that even the Democrats gain nothing for nothing.
The piece contrasts profession and practice, noting Tilden’s 1875 reform rhetoric in New York as governor. It claims no canal frauds were unearthed, cites the pardon of Ring thief Ingersoll, and Tweed’s release as the only signs of reform in his administration.
The Maine Democratic meeting on June 29 nominated Charles W. Roberts for governor. They urged hard money policy and swift payment of the national debt, signaling a confrontational stance toward Ohio Democrats.
The Cincinnati Democracy mockingly cites their whiskey drinking stance as a jab at their total abstinence candidate Sam Carey, highlighting party consistency amid the contest.
Yom AnLen the pugilist retires from public life. Bill Allen the repudiationist will retire after the next election. Both will be a loss to the ring.
Wilkesbarre dispatch June 22 reports a final settlement of coal mining troubles that afternoon. The region board asked Charles Parrish of the Lehigh and Wilkesbarre Coal Company to allow reemployment for union officers, with Parrish insisting the Miners Union no longer dictates hiring and that workers need not join the Union to work. Harmony returns and all collieries resume full operation.
The Ohio contenders Allen and Thurman clash in opinion as rivals for the Presidency. The Pittsburg Commercial notes Allen calls Thurman an able lawyer who knows little of statesmanship, while Thurman brands Allen a fair governor but a cantankerous old woman on national politics. Both seek the presidency and prefer sparring over consensus.
World champion swimmer J. B. Johnson will race Thomas Coyle of Chester from Chester to Philadelphia on July 22. The sixteen mile channel challenge carries a purse of $1,000 for each side.
Irish riflemen in Ireland forced a band from a British regiment to play Yankee Doodle as a boastful feat captured in a brief wartime incident.
A Pittsburg Commercial reprints a Buffalo Courier critique arguing the Democratic party risks sinking back to minority status this fall. It mocks GOP-like maneuvers to place Pendleton over Thurman in Ohio and predicts further party missteps, including a New York rally against Tilden and a salary issue in Congress.
Cincinnati on June 23 reports Postmaster General Jewell touring the city. He praised public-service government goals, urged efficiency and reduced red tape, and described expanding mobile mail delivery with 1,200 clerks moving letters in the Mississippi Valley. Cincinnati’s post office ranks fifth by size, handling about 50,000 letters and 20 to 25 tons of mail monthly.
The American rifle team scored highly in Dolly mount practice as spectators praised their marks. A later Curragh Camp event featured an eight thousand strong force with artillery, a two hour mock fight, and a Yankee Doodle guided march past, drawing about 5000 onlookers.
Prominent frontiersmen and army officers foresee major trouble with Sioux Cheyennes and Arapaho this summer and fall as five large war parties depart reservations in two weeks. Cavalry struggles to restrain them, guarding Black Hills and other regions. Spotted Tail Agency reports three large war parties left on the 17th for Ponca or Pawnee Ute and Shoshone areas. Information sent to Indian agents.
Volcanic eruptions blanketing eastern Iceland with ash and rain have driven residents from their homes. Many travelers head to Alaska as the situation makes living conditions untenable.
The French Assembly approved a grant of 120000 dollars to promote a worthy representation of France at the Centennial Exhibition, aiming to showcase national interests and culture on the international stage.
Reports from across the nation note indictments involving St. Louis crime groups. Admiral Worden and U S Navy officers are greeted in Berlin. Gulf states forecast record corn and cotton yields. Marquis of Lorne and Princess Louise may tour the United States.
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