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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1898
Page
1
7 ee Portrait Painter Warren Pa. Portraits from life or from any old coheed painted in Oil Pastel or Crayon. Satisfaction and first class work warranted in all cases.
A historical roster lists public officials by office: Member of Congress Charles W. Stone. Senate Charles M. Shortt. Assembly E. W. Parshall. President Judge W. M. Lindsey. Associate Judges J. H. Sandstrom Z. T. Weaver. prothonotary Frank M. Knapp. Register and Recorder Wm. McCray. Sheriff John H. Fuellhart. Treasurer M. A. Myers. County Commissioners J. F. Rounce W. J. Mead H. M Preston. Commissioners' Clerk Fred B. Jackson. District Attorney C. A. Peterson. Co. Supt. Schools H. M. Putnam. County Commissioners W. A. Clark and Co. D. Ney. Coroner Dr. W. S. Peirce. County Auditors E. C. Allen H. H. Bassett Gee P. Orr. County Surveyor D. F. A. Wheelock.
A detailed roster lists town governance figures including President John Masterson and council members Jas Brann L T Borchers Joseph Hill R G Mead Charles Offerte J F Hegert F W Conarro Frank Kushel Wm O Neill Levi Smith James Cable Clerk D A Arird Treasurer A J Hazeltine Justices H B Perry C H Meacham Collector E R Peirce Attorney Wm Schnur Engineer D F A Wheelock Constables in four wards and School Directors led by D I Ball as President with James W Crawford See rs Peoria A Cowan Mrs O W Beaty Dr W M Baker and others.
To establish a strong lasting foundation for a large business the ad proclaims beating competition in price and quality. Ready-to-wear Crash Linen Pp K and Duck Skirts sold for less than material cost. Shirt Waists in latest style.
A sweeping digest reports General Shafter’s army in Cuba with landings at Basquiri Juragua and San tiago, naval moves at Suez Port Said and Guantanamo, and new troop transports for Porto Rico. It notes battles near Santiago, reinforcements, and political maneuvers in Spain Austria and Italy while Mangrove and Clara Barton figures appear with various ships and relief efforts.
New York money on call at 1 4 percent with 1 4 percent prime mercantile paper 8 4 percent. Sterling exchange shows actual bankers bills at 4.854 8 85 for demand and 4.84 for 60 days. Posted rates stand at 4.85 and 4.864.
The New York Produce Market lists flour prices for city mills patents at 6.75 and 96.20 6.90, winter patents 4.60 4.76, winter straights 4.40 4.60, and extras 98.50 4.00. Cornmeal yellow western city at 60c, and flour superfine 3.00 3.40. Rye No 2 western afloat and related items. barley malt and feeding priced. Wheat spot No red and No 1 northern Duluth values cited, with July September December option quotes. Oats hay pork butter cheese eggs shown with various regional values.
Buffalo market notes from June 2 list wheat varieties with prices and grades such as No 1 hard winter and No 2 yellow, among others, though many entries are garbled. The excerpt references standard foggy market terms and assorted quality descriptors, indicating a routine commodity listing with scattered figures.
Major General Shafter arrives at Juragua Cuba aboard the Seguranca with Col. Astor and staff. He surveys the landing, reviews troops and meets Generals Garcia and Castillo at insurgent HQ before heading to confer with Wheeler and division generals on operations before Santiago. Permanent hospital plans are to be set up at Juragua.
London report says part of Admiral Camara's fleet has left Algeciras to join torpedo boats near Porto Rico. The mission aims to attack Admiral Sampson in the rear while Cervera sorties, diverting attention from General Shafter's land battle.
From Madrid reports Manila remains dire as Captain General Augusti’s family stays with insurgents. General Pena surrenders with 1,000 troops and many natives desert to the rebels. Most Luson detachments capitulated due to famine while governors seek refuge at Cavite. Rebels exceed 25,000, Manila besieged and isolated awaiting the Spanish squadron. Rebel craft carry prisoners to Cavite.
New York Sun notes silk petticoats matching gown linings and Paris inspired white faced coats with check wool skirts. Military trims for jackets suit young girls, black dotted swiss gowns with lace insertions, Wedgwood ware inspired menus, crepe de chine chemise with lace, silk collar bands, sandringham knitted vests, satin faced jackets with pearl buttons, and multiple lace varieties on one bodice mark the season.
Rev H Doyle emphasizes honoring mother and father citing Eph. vi 1 4 and Prov. 17 6 21. He warns today’s irreverence harms divine and human relations and urges Endeavorers to obey the fifth commandment for long life and spiritual alignment. Bible readings listed follow.
The text notes that midlife in hindsight prompts recognition of opportunities missed due to ignorance, indifference, or laziness. Such lost chances may shape the rest of a person’s career and provoke deep regret and unavailing laments when sacrifice or self-discipline was lacking.
Alfred Tennyson reflects on faith and the unseen presence of God with believers. He likens modern believers to the two disciples on the Emmaus road, affirming the tangible yet unseen companionship of the Father the Son and the Spirit through listening to the apostles.
A Christian Statesman excerpt asserts eternal life is perfected through present struggles. Fire purifies, battle exercises power, darkness quickens growth, and persecution expands achievements. Living for Christ remains the sole purpose worth pursuing.
The Jewish Voice argues morality requires both religion and ethics together, asserting that morality without religion collapses into theory and becomes a fragile, artificial construct without lasting strength.
A short historical note quotes the Christian Instructor warning that solemn display to gain reputation for piety can amount to slandering the Lord. It reflects critique of outward religiosity in early religious discourse.
A faith note urges believers to walk toward the Sun of Righteousness and avoid walking in their own shadow, reflecting Lutheran devotional guidance.
A quotation from an American Friend notes that explaining what one does not know is extremely challenging. The remark underlines the difficulty of conveying ignorance to others and the limits of shared understanding.
A compact epigram notes the paradox of offering guidance while not possessing the wisdom to profit from it. The line attributes witty, paradoxical insight typical of La Rochefoucauld and echoes a broader moral about counsel and prudence.
The Trolley In Rural Parts proposes long distance trolley lines as underutilized transport. It highlights opportunities for express and parcels delivery between cities and suburbs, farm produce and milk movement, and freight savings. Platform cars could move heavy wagons long distances, easing highway traffic and reducing road wear and maintenance costs.
Rev W J Yates offers a lesson on Christian patriotism stressing love of country, duty to God, and loyalty to rulers. He urges biographical exercises on great Americans, review of history, and discussion of founding principles, ending with prayers for Divine guidance and a patriotic chorus praising Columbia and liberty.
The piece praises Josiah Strong for forecasting future conditions and moral development. It calls New Era comprehensive and progressive, outlining nineteenth century preparation, Anglo-Saxon roles, and the church’s duty. It urges League chapters to discuss it as a guide to living purposefully.
Do not close the League during summer. If members are away, hold outdoor meetings and have absent members share vacation experiences. Read letters at chapter gatherings and seek items of interest for autumn and winter service. Use distance to gain perspective, note fresh ideas, plan ahead, and stock up for emergencies.
A reflective piece argues prayer is misused as a cover for self-interest. It cites Fuchan, China, with five chapters of the League and Lek Don’s donations while noting a church rebuke provokes resentment. It warns the mind must stay saturated with religious labor to avoid relapse into sin.
The Shanghai based U S consul details a two chamber Chinese firecracker with a clay plug, dual fuses and a mid charge that fires after the initial explosion. A separate note mentions a compact kitchen garden bed of asparagus rhubarb sage and parsley valued for long lasting usefulness.
A dying trooper asks for a bugle and the flag to be shown in his last moments. They place the flag on his bed, he smiles, and bids farewell, ending with a quiet good night.
Five million flags are produced annually in the United States and distributed to small boys political clubs public buildings and citizens. By year end the supply is exhausted and factories are filled with new orders. Americans never tire of the flag.
The article explains the American flag has thirteen stripes and is always displayed with all thirteen in places of trust and honor. In the upper left corner the stars represent each state, emphasizing the flag’s symbolic design.
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