Farnsworth Siding Renamed Saybrook and Local News
WARREN COUNTY Farnsworth Siding now boasts of a post office and has changed its name to Saybrook. Samuel Black had a leg broken last Friday at J. J. Wheelock's lumber camp near Cobham while felling trees. Capt. Tonkin received the commission of Harry Ferguson as a Cadet, on parchment signed by the Secretary of War. Reuben Dalrymple's famous mare, mother of Phil Fortune, died Tuesday, aged thirty. Frank E. Sprong of Clarendon found dead in a boiler house on Grosenburg farm, heart disease. Chandler's Valley Oil Co meets today to finalize organization and a drilling contract near Duprey's mill, depth to two thousand feet if no oil is found. Mark Dalrymple's children returned home for their parents' 64th birthday with baskets and a chair.
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Samuel Black
J. J. Wheelock
Cobham
Capt. Tonkin
Harry Ferguson
Secretary of War
Tidioute News
Reuben Dalrymple
Phil
Fortune
Reub
Sugar Grove News
Frank E. Sprong
Clarendon
Grosenburg
Sadie Fleming
Chandler’s Valley Oil Co
Duprey’s Mill
Mark Dalrymple
Sugar Grove
Clara Heibel
Warren Union Circle
Longfellow
M. Waters
Mitchell & Messner
Beaty Block
M. Strelitz
Warren
Julia Cohn
L. Cohn
Oil City
Brunswick Hotel
Titusville
Smethport
London
Library Hall
J. S. Breitenstein
Tidioute
Economy
Economites
Pittsburg
L. D. Cornelius
Omaha
Neb
Roy
L. D. Wetmore
Philadelphia
Warren Society
McKee
Association
New Castle
F. A. Steber
Titusville World
H. A. Hardenburg
Hickory Street
Erie
Joseph Geist
Buffalo
Warren County
White Cross League
Geo. Ball
Leo
Peter Greenland
T. W. McNett
Sherman Greenlund
Greenland
McNett
Mr. McNett
Wichita
Kansas
Fes
Mr. Bausman
Indiana Co
D. Ridelsperger
Lena
Oakland
Cal
Hall
E. R. Peirce
Barker
H. E. Norris
Jamestown
C. Schimmelfeng
E. B. Fisk
R. A. Benson
House of God
M. E
Baptist Hall
Tena King
Ethel Simmons
Lillie Lyle
Ettie Springer
L. W. Hoxsie
E. H. French
Leroy D. Cornelius
Nebraska
Maple Shade Hotel
Amos T. Banks
H. Cook
Silver Creek
F. L. Klock
J. H. King
Rochester
Fourmile Run
Kinzua
Ludlow
John Smith
Boon
Jim
Galoot
Neighbors Organize Fire Police in Titusville
Local notes report Titusville to form a fire police brigade while Oil City pursues a paid fire department and a new Catholic church. Welfare topics include a burned opera house in Titusville, spring term opening April 12 at Clarion State Normal School, and a $30,000 church edifice planned by the Titusville Presbyterian society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oil City
Titusville
Clarion State Normal School
Presbyterian Society of
A. J. Davis
State Normal School
Clarion
Willard White
Chautauqua Lake Railway
Sherman House
Jamestown
County Coninuan OO Brokenstraw Valley News
Local notes recap visitors and departures with names such as Prof A B Archer J M Page and Mrs W F Mead. Exchanges include Corry visits, Randolph N Y trip, singing school attendance at Youngsville, a well attended auction led by Stewart with goods sold by Ahlquist, and community chatter from Bridget.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brokenstraw Valley
Fes
A. B. Archer
Randolph
N. Y
J. M. Page
Kansas
B. Hotchkiss
Corry
G. F. Mead
Geo. Coover
Youngsville
W. F. Mead
Warren Mail March 1 1887 Highlights Local Happenings
The Warren Mail lists varied items for Tuesday March 1 1887 including theatre notes Hoodman Blind Mozart concert at Library Hall and Lights o London next Thursday. It notes musical and social events at M E church parlors public lectures and annual preparations and local business notices.
Personal mentions from Warren area adults cover travel and events
A crowded list notes Prof. August Merck returning from Pittsburg and Titusville, Mrs. G. C. Hamilton rushing to Fredonia for her father’s illness, J. H. Palmer’s Philadelphia visit for medical advice, and many others including H. P. Hunter seeking spring goods in New York. Several local moves and business changes are described, along with social events, theater recitals, stables for sale, and community notices. the item closes with notes from surrounding towns and a local dining recommendation.
Military matters at Oil City as vacancies arise
Gen Wiley appoints Major Green as land brigade quartermaster with same rank and Lt Geo C Hamilton as Aide de Camp Captain. Lt F M Knapp resigns as First Lieutenant Co I Warren for Kansas removal. Two vacancies occur. Election to fill Major Greenland’s place to be held at Oil City regimental HQ. Col Hulings to announce further appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiley
Greenland
Geo. C. Hamilton
F. M. Knapp
Co. I
Warren
Kansas
Hamilton
16Th Regiment
Oil City
Thos. R. Cowell
Col. Hulings
Local Advertisers Promote Goods and Services in Warren Market
Quote style notice highlights quotes from C. P. Henry grocer and Joan Laurier prep about city market on Hickory Street. C H Meacham & Co advertises as longtime insurers in the United States and England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren
Hickory Street
Joan Laurier
C. H. Meacham & Co
United States
England
Visiting Farmers From Warren County Visit Titusville Association
Twenty members of the Warren County Agricultural Association visited Titusville last Friday. They toured the Mansion House, attended the regular monthly meeting at city hall, where Jesse Smith of Titusville spoke on managing agricultural fairs and community benefits. The visitors, including Charles Lott and J. P. Samuelson, discussed the topic with local members, then enjoyed an informative evening before returning home Saturday morning pleased with the excursion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren County Agricultural Association
Titusville Agricultural Association
Charles Lott
Willis Cowan
J. P. Samuelson
S. A. Samuelson
M. L. Dalrymple
N. P. Curtis
Dr. R. Bender
J. W. Porter
M. B. Roudebush
J. R. Wood
B. F. Mead
W. C. Huey
John McWilliams
Benj
Bridge repair plans for suspending iron beams proposed
The Suspension Bridge needs repairs as wooden beams rot. The bridge company proposes iron beams, with Roebling’s man from New York to assess, estimating at least $8,000. Work will halt air travel for about two weeks during repairs, raising the question of who will run the ferry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roebling
New York
Oysters and Coffee Ad at Ruhlman’s Room Near Carver House
Twenty five cases of California apricot retail at wholesale prices by P J Bayer. Raw fried and stewed oysters offered for immediate service at Ruhl man s new room opposite the Carver House. King of all coffees XXXX Royal Java praised as best. Gooprich and Fehlman publish. A Ruhlman display notes freshness and newness near Carver House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruhlman’s
Carver House
California
P. J. Bayer
Ruhlman
Java
Gooprich
A. Ruhlman
Mozart concert at Library Hall next Friday night
The notice promotes a Mozart concert for next Friday with ticket sales starting Wednesday morning by L. G. Noyes. It urges attendance, calling it a musical treat. Also mentions the Lights to London play and Amy Gordon Co. comic opera shows last week with six performances and a Sunday trip to New Castle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. Ball
Library Hall
L. G. Noyes
Frank Richardson
Diamond Block
Shakespeare Club
Geo. W. Sill
London
Library All
Amy Gordon Co
New Castle
Alvin Joslin
Harley E. Hamilton
Chas. L. Davis
Erie, Butler & Pittsburg Railway to Link Erie to Coal Regions
Erie citizens welcome a new line to Mercer coal fields as a New York syndicate led by Charles M. Reed and partners buys the canal bed Ohio River and Lake Erie Railway. The Erie Butler and Pittsburg Railway will enter Erie via Nickel Plate, reach Pittsburg sooner, connect with Nypano and Baltimore and Ohio, spur docks and elevators, and offer competing routes for lumber and coal operators with shorter grades and a mainly graded route toward Girard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie
Mercer
Ohio River & Lake Erie Railway
New York
Chas. M. Reed
S. B. Dick
F. W. Huidekoper
Meadville
Erie, Butler & Pittsburg Railway
Girard
Pittsburg
Nypano
Allegheny Valley
Baltimore & Ohio
Erie Lumber
Butler
Reunion of the Davis Family in Youngsville
A Davis family reunion in Broken Straw Valley draws about 100 descendants at Wm A Davis residence in Youngsville. The Davis Historical Society is formed with officers S V Davis president and Wm A Davis 2nd as organizers, plus speeches by notable locals and a 48th wedding anniversary celebration for Mr. and Mrs. Wm A Davis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis
Abraham Davis
Brokenstraw Valley
Wm. A. Davis
Youngsville
Davises
Davis Historical Society
S. V. Davis
Warren
A. M. Davis
Corry
James
William A. Davis
W. M. Davis
Cincinnati
Walter W. Davis
W. J. Davis
Thomas
Washington, D. C
Douglass
W. H. Shortt
Fell
James Davis
John A Hall Remembered in Hazeltine Memorial
Advance sheets of Dr G W Hazeltines Early History of Ellicott honor the late John A Hall and R E Fenton. The reminiscence portrays Halls candor fairness firmness and quiet generosity born in Warren where his early life unfolded and where his lasting impact endured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Hazeltine
Ellicott
R. E. Fenton
John A. Hall
Mr. Hall
Warren
Day Star
County Officers Set to Take Duties Next Month
County officers elected in February will assume duties on the first Monday of March except Collectors Justices and School directors. Collectors get warrants in April Justices receive commissions in May and School Directors take seats in June. School Directors elected recently cannot vote in the May County Superintendent election. Justices must file their acceptance within thirty days to obtain commissions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justices of the Peace
Death Claims John Fuellhart, Deerfield School Board President
The Deerfield school board adopts memorial resolutions lamenting the death of John Fuellhart, longtime board president and adviser. They note his faithful service and prudent use of public funds, vow to publish the resolution in the minutes and in the Tidioute News, and authorize payment for the notice. A Pearson presides, W W Connelly signs as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deerfield
John Fuellhart
Adam
Tidioute News
A. Pearson
W. W. Connelly
Pilling School Monthly Exam Results February 1887
Report shows month ending February 18 1887 results with stars for perfect scores. Students listed include Blanche Barlow and Lavina Brookmire at 100, Sadie Peterson 95, Rosa Jones 95, Violet 87, Ella Fost 90, Ina Fest 90, Nettie Frank 90, Jennie Jones 84, Emma Fost 70, Georgie Fost 80, Gust Swanson 90, Charley Peterson 90, Albert Gourley 89, Clayton Barlow 86. Jennie Lona is the teacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sadie Peterson
Violet
Rosa Jones
Ella Fost
Ina Fest
Blanche Barlow
Nettie Frank
Jennie Jones
Emma Fost
Lavina Brookmire
Georgie Fost
Gust Swanson
Charley Peterson
Albert Gourley
Clayton Barlow
Jennie Lona
Escape From Ridgway Jail Sparks Elk County Chase
William C. Busch, doomed to hang March 24 at Ridgway, escaped jail by removing four iron bars with outside aid. A $500 reward was posted by Elk County Sheriff for his arrest dead or alive. Busch was recaptured Friday night at Ellmont on the Rochester and Pittsburg line by telegraph operator A. H. Ehlers, sending a dispatch to Sheriff Gainor who secured him back to Ridgway jail. Ehlers anticipates the reward for his night’s work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. C. Busch
Ridgway
Elk County
Busch
Ellmont
Rochester & Pittsburg
A. H. Ehlers
Gainor
Ehlers
Fire destroys two houses owned by Green and Simm
Fire swept Sugar Grove early Saturday morning destroying two houses owned by William Green and a Swede named Simm. Loss totaled 1500 dollars with 500 dollars insured. Cause of the blaze is not known.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sugar Grove
William Green
Simm
Lent services listed at Trinity Memorial Warren
Lenten schedule at Trinity Memorial Church Warren covers March dates for the second week of Lent with topics The First Commandment Repentance Meditation Holy Communion Baptism and a lecture on Training Children. Tuesday service times are moved from 7 30 p m to 4 15 p m per the Rector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Memorial Church
Warren
Pillsbury Best Flour Claim From Goopricu and Fehman
Advertises Pillsbury Best flour as the choicest in the United States claiming it yields from 40 to 50 percent more bread per barrel than winter wheat flour. Sold by Goopricu and Fehman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pillsbury’s Best
Goopricu & Frehlman
Pillsbury
United States
Goopricu & Fehlman
Bill to build Capitol Library and Mansion at Hab sburg
A bill proposes constructing a new Capitol Library and Executive Mansion at Hab sburg. An appropriation of 300000 is set to cover expenses before the next Legislature meets. The current Capitol dates to 1821 with 1865 additions. The note suggests hiring Mr Sunderland, builder of Warren Hospital, to secure cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Habsburg
New York
Sunderland
Warren
Night march lit by a junior editor’s light
The Mar omits naming one “other patriot” who was junior editor of the Man and renowned for his aureolan locks that lit the path Daniel and brethren traveled. The youth admits bad company yet kept up with the procession until Constable Dalrymple celebrated by electing nine Republicans and five Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Mar
Daniel
Mirror
Dalrymple
World’s best in piano at Weaver’s Music Store event
Call and see the best in the world at J. K. Weaver’s Music Store featuring Opera Piano. Full stock includes Taber Organs White Sewing Machines and a large assortment of new music albums and instruction books. Also needles and parts for sewing machines. Machines repaired at moderate prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. K. Weaver
Chautauqua Conewango and Cassadaga Names Explained
G L Davis recalls an elderly Indian Granny Bone on the old reservation near Jamestown and details how the names Chautauqua Conewango and Cassadaga translate. Chautauqua means shining water Conewango muddy water Cassadaga crooked water, as she spoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Davis
Jamestown Democrat
Elijah Bone
Granny Bone
Gen
Washington
Chautauqua
Conewango
Splendid Offer from Warren Marit and Weekly Press
A promotional pitch for Warren Marit and the Weekly Press of Philadelphia, offering a combined eight page Republican weekly for $1.75 in advance with postage free. Claims comprehensive family reading, including markets digest, farm department, women and youth sections, and home news, asserting unbeatable value and nationwide competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Marit
Weekly Press
Philadelphia
America
Mai
Warren County
Two Months Vacation For Spring Creek School
Spring Creek notes report a two month school vacation after Friday closure, with Miss Spencer awarding two $2.50 prizes for top scholar and attendance to Claude Weed and Kate Baker. Other items include musical conventions, a Parker Bowen visit, Eureka Novelty Co show dismissed as fraud, local social events, local gas dispute, church conduct concerns, YWCTU activities, mill expansion, and community figures preparing for 1887 activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spring Creek
Spencer
Claude Weed
Kate Baker
Weed
Hopkins
M. E
Parker-Bowen
Eureka Novelty Co
Marshall
Flora
Ice dealer stores Cassadaga lake supply for summer use
Ed. Clemons bought about 300 tons of Cassadaga lake ice for next summer to assure best pure ice for his customers. Partial pond supply was ruined by high water in Jackson run, prompting the purchase. He urges patrons to place orders early as flowers bloom. We get Hulled Corn fresh every Monday and Wednesday. Goopricu & FENLMAN.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed. Clemons
Jackson Run
New Patterns of French Latines Offered at 35 Cents
Advert says 60 pieces of New Patterns of French Latines with newest shades neat figures and fancy designs priced at 35 cents this week. It invites readers to purchase and mentions sharing benefits with the advertiser.
French Latines New Line Debuts At 15 Cents Per Yard
The American Crown Latines unveil a full line of new French designs never before produced in American Latines. These fabrics are offered at 15 cents per yard.
Fine Bulgarian Curtains in Eight Styles
The latest thing out. Nottingham lace curtains complement the Bulgarians as they drape beautifully. Call to see them with prices from two fifty to three fifty a pair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nottingham
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Farnsworth
Saybrook
Pennsylvania State Dairymen’s Association
Sherman
Point Chautauqua
Chautauqua County
Erie Presbytery
Women’s Foreign Missionary Society
Chicago
Jamestown Water Co
A. N
S. B. Broadhead
compa#ny
Tionesta
Correspondence &c
E. L. Davis
Gazette
Palmer House
Willard McKinstry
Fredonia
Marian E. Baker
Ackley
Iowa
Censor
Howe Tp
Forest County
W. Briggs
D. P. Miller
W. Frost
Frank Nash
James Schwerdfield
A. P. Anderson
C. F.fox
W. B. Rice
Cyrus Murphy
James W. Solley
L. P. Damon
East Howe
P. A. Black
West Howe
J. W. Solley
James L. Cochran
James Reegan
F. J. Martin
J. A. Ove
Coniuan OO
Hye Warren
Home Matters
Hoodman
W. M. Lindsey
Marie Oldham
John
Prince Albert
Alexander
High
East Streets
D. W. Beaty
Presbyterian Church
August Merck
W. H. Metzgar
Irvington
Tennessee
Judge Brown
Gunnison
G. C. Hamilton
M. J. Walkerman
Eysinger & Walkerman
P. J. Bayur
C. P. Henry
Grocer
Oneida
Erie’s New Railroad
Pilling School
Stoneham
Zac
Gooprich & Fehlman
Bell Bros
Goopricu & Fenlman
Crown’ Latines
Pennsylvania
Warren, Pa
Hunter’s
Jacob Keller
N. K. Wendleboe
Liberty Street
Postoffic Warren
Schellhammer & Lesser
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