New Hampshire Goes Wet Prohibition Effort Seen as Ongoing
The piece notes New Hampshire failed to pass a prohibition amendment last week due to a required two thirds vote and weak organized political support. It praises persistent reformers, especially women on election day, argues enforcement is possible, and urges continued effort for statewide licensing laws to curb drinking and public nuisance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Hampshire
U. S
Blair
Pennsylvania
Old Commonwealth
Commonwealth
West Virginia Governor Seat Dispute Reaches Supreme Court
West Virginia politics see a power struggle as the Supreme Court rules that declaring the election result is required to assume the governorship. The incumbent Wilson remains in office while a new legislature is chosen to resolve who legally holds the post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Goff
Supreme Court of the State
Wilson
Questioning government power to detain dangerous drinkers
The speaker argues for a constitutional amendment to allow swift action against those deemed insane by drink, claiming society has a right to intervene before harm occurs and questioning a government that cannot or will not act to protect the public.
Wanamaker Sets Tone For Post Office Command
Mr Wanamaker announces his management style in the Post Office Department. He tells a resigning employee to return to work and promises to review cases in due course. He says faithful and efficient workers will not be disturbed, while unfaithful workers need not resign formally.
Act Prohibits Unauthorized Wearing of Military Insignia
Governor Braver signs into law a legislature approved act making it a misdemeanor to unlawfully wear the insignia rosette badge or button of the Loyal Legion G A R or Union Veteran Legion with a fine not exceeding 100 dollars. The measure was approved on March 8 1889.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Braver
Military Order of the Loyal Legion
Union Veteran Legion
For Rent Offices of William L. Scott in Florence Flats
Advertisement notes offices for rent on the first floor of Florence flats near White House and Pennsylvania avenue in Washington. It cites an unparalleled location on the northwest corner of H and 17th opposite the Metropolitan club and Richmond hotel with green cars passing the door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tur
Washington Post
William L. Scott
Erie
Florence Flats
White House
Pennsylvania Avenue
H and 17Th
Metropolitan Club
Richmond Hotel
Enforced sobriety law sparks call for public enlightenment
They argue that if a law promoting sobriety and suppressing drunkenness cannot be enforced, the step is to educate the public so the law can be enforced. The statement emphasizes the link between enforcement and public understanding.
War with Germany over Samoa ends before it began
The piece jokes that the Samoa dispute ends without real fighting as Bismarck withdraws while Blaine is noted as Secretary of State, implying frivolous stakes and political whimsy. No real combat occurs and natives bear the impacts in a satirical framing.
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Germany
Samoa
Bismarck
Blaine
Prohibition Groups Merge in Allegheny County
At a regular meeting the Allegheny County Executive Committee of the Prohibitionists voted to merge the Allegheny County Prohibitionists into the Constitutional Amendment Association and the W C T U. The decision is described as a sensible movement.
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Allegheny County
Allegheny County Prohibitionists
Constitutional Amendment Asssociation
Inauguration Pneumonia Deaths Prompt Call to Extend Date
A loop of illnesses and many deaths from pneumonia linked to the inauguration sparks demand to push the event date to May when weather is better. Supporters argue longer exposure risks should be reduced and attendance improved.
Americans Bring Baseball to London Crowd Delighted
Two U S teams tour Europe and play in London as Prince of Wales and other nobility attend the game and express pleasure at the great American sport.
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Europe
London
Clarkson Named First Assistant Postmaster General
Iowa editor J S Clarkson was appointed First Assistant to Wanamaker. He will run 52 821 fourth class post offices and shares a temperate, practical stance. The piece notes previous postmasters and political factors in Pennsylvania districts.
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J.S. Clarkson
Iowa
Brother Wanamaker
Clarkson
Malcolm Hay
Pittsburg
Cleveland
A. E. Stevenson
Allison
Harrison
Wanamaker
Pennsylvania
Congress
Cameron
Quay
Prohibition Advocate Palmer Urges Enforcement and Support
The letter from chairman Palmer argues that a prohibitory amendment can be enforced. He cites Maine Vermont Kansas Iowa and Rhode Island as precedents and quotes Gov Dingley Blaine Frye and Hamlin praising Maine’s results to sway readers toward the prohibition plan.
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Palmer
Philadelphia
States
Union
Maine
Vermont
Kansas
Iowa
Rhode Island
Gov
Dingley
James G. Blaine
United States
Frye
Hannibal Hamlin
Prohibition Debate Echoes in Massachusetts Farms
The New York Sun cites a Massachusetts dry orator who quips that eggs yield more money than cider. He tells farmers to ignore cider while noting farmers may see more value in cider than eggs, highlighting tensions in Prohibition economics.
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Massachusetts
Commonwealth
N. Y. Sun
President selects three commissioners for Samoa affair
For Commissioners to the Berlin conference on the Samoa affair, the President has chosen Mr. Kasson, Mr. Phelps and Mr. Bates. The latter was sent to Samoa by Mr. Bayard.
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Samoa
Kasson
Phelps
Bates
Bayard
Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral Praised by Brooklyn Doctor
Brooklyn physician F. L. Morris attests Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral has satisfied patients across his practice and credits it with saving one man’s life. The quote highlights trust in Ayer’s remedies from a medical professional in New York.
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Ayer
F. L. Morris
M. D
Brooklyn, N. Y
Mrs Humphrey Ward Sends Copy of Robert Elsmere to President Harrison
Mrs Humphrey Ward forwarded to President Harrison a copy of her novel Robert Elsmere bearing her signature. The gesture underscores public interest in the author and the administration’s engagement with contemporary literature.
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Humphrey Ward
Harrison
Robert Elsmere
Buckinghams Dye Provides Constant Gray Coverage
A shopper notes that Buckingham's Dye reliably colors premature gray into an even brown or black shade, suitable for those seeking a consistent, fade-resistant result.
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Buckingham
Howard Addresses Harrisburg Young Men on 34th Anniversary
Gen Howard spoke at the Opera House to the Harrisburg Young Men's Christian Association for its 34th anniversary. Gov Beaver introduced him, noting his wartime Christian service and shared sacrifice.
Public opinion on prohibition and Sunday offices
A collage of editorials and letters debate Prohibition and public office on Sundays. Commentary cites Grover Cleveland and President Harrison, contrasts local option and high license with national mood, and questions practical enforcement and philanthropy amid liquor debates.
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Grover Cleveland
Buffalo Express
Harrison
McKean Miner
President Harrison Makes Multiple Diplomatic and Cabinet Appointments
President Harrison has appointed Thomas W. Palmer of Michigan as Minister to Spain, John W. Swift of California as Minister to Japan, John D. Washburn of Massachusetts as Minister to Switzerland, Wm. W. Thomas Jr. of Maine as Minister to Sweden and Norway, and A. D. Hazen of Pennsylvania as Third Assistant Postmaster General. John W. Mason of West Virginia becomes Commissioner of Internal Revenue, and Charles E. Mitchell of Connecticut is named Commissioner of Patents.
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Harrison
Thomas W. Palmer
Michigan
Spain
John W. Swift
California
Japan
John D. Washburn
Massachusetts
Switzerland
Wm. W. Thomas, Jr
Maine
Sweden
Norway
A. D. Hazen
Penn’a
John W. Mason
West Virginia
Internal Revenue
Chas. E. Mitchell
Connecticut
Patents
Rejection of Prohibition in New England Evident
The Philadelphia Press notes that New Hampshire election results and Rhode Island Legislature action to re submit Prohibition to voters reflect a broader re action in New England over liquor policy. The piece frames the developments as evidence of shifting public stance on Prohibition.
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New Hampshire
Rhode Island
New England
Phila. Press
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve: Guaranteed Cure or Money Back
Promises the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and piles. Price 25 cents per box with money refunded if not satisfied. Sold at Morck Drug Store.
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Bucklen
Morck
Memory Improvement Prospectus Offer From Prof Loisette
Persons seeking better memories or stronger attention are invited to send for Prof Loisette's prospectus post free at 237 Fifth Ave New York. The notice appears in another column.
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Loisette
Fifth Ave
N. Y
Cider Question and Prohibition The Press View
The Philadelphia Press outlines the law and facts on cider and home made wines if the prohibitory amendment passes. It cites ex Chief Justice Agnew that pressed apple juice is harmless until fermentation makes wine or hard cider. It notes the Supreme Court could not decide if selling unlicensed cider becomes illegal vinous liquor and stresses soft cider remains non vinous.
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Philadelphia
Agnew
Supreme Court
Harrison's Cabinet Portraits and Biographies
The article profiles Secretary of State James G Blaine and other Harrison cabinet members detailing birthplaces, education, early careers, and rises to federal offices. It covers William Windom, Redfield Proctor, Benjamin Tracy, John Wilcox Noble, William Henry Harrison Miller, John Wanamaker, Jeremiah McLain Rusk, and notes Kemp's Balsam sales and a legacy elixir by N H Downs.
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Buffalo Express
James Gillespie Blaine
Ephraim Blaine
Washington
James
West Brownsville
Lancaster
Ohio
Washington College
Military Institute
Blue Lick
Blaine
Harriet Stanwood
Maine
Augusta
Kennebec Journal
Gen. Fremont
Portland Advertiser
Republican State Committee
Congress
Europe
Costello
Warren
Blake
England
Garfield
Republican Party
William Windom
the Treasury
Belmont County
Knox County
Minnesota
Windom
Rutland
Proctor
Vermont
Chicago
Harrison
Benjamin F. Tracy
Navy
Oswego
Tioga County
Assembly
Tracy
Spottsylvania
129Th
Elmira
Grant
United States
New York
Court of Appeals
John Wilcox Noble
Interior
Miami University
Yale College
St. Louis
Keokuk
Oneida County
John Wanamaker
Hugenot
Jeremiah McLain Rusk
Morgan County
Wisconsin
Wisconsin Volunteers
Paraguay
Uruguay
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Warren Union meets. amendment convention urged. licenses tightens
The Warren Union holds a Thursday meeting at 3 PM in the Presbyterian Church lecture room. Warren county's Constitutional Amendment Convention is set for April 16 in the Court House, with June 18 as a deadline. Public license court in Pittsburg reports fewer licenses than last year. Ex Justice Aanew of Beaver discusses citizenship and liquor traffic. Mrs. Harrison receives flowers from the Woman's Christian Temperance Union. Denver reports 707 alcohol-related deaths in one year. Maine farm mortgaging history is cited. Foreclosure writs rose in 1868 and dropped by 1880. Turwaif case notes human life value and juvenile welfare. Wide Awake magazine and March issue praised. Lothrop Company offers back issues for five cents. Ayer’s Hair Vigor advert promotes hair restoration.
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Opera
Gen. Howard
Young Men’s Christian Association of
Harrisburg
Gov. Beaver
Heavenly Hosts
Christian Commission
House
Lincoln
Penn
Washington
Philadelphia
Senate
Beaver
Jacob Crouse
Taylor
Andrews
Rayburn
Thos. B. Cochran
Gobin
Cochran
Davies
Mylin
Lancaster
Allen
Blackburn
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Ill
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Public Opinion
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Morris
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Bediente
Clarendon, Pa
Gitty M. Bull
Ewart Evertsen
Charles Bull
Noyes & Hinckley
Second Street
Charles A. Peterson
Warren, Pa
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Eldred
WM. H. Cole
Grand Valley, Warren Co
Tabatha Cramton
Pine Grove
H. Briggs
John Rowland
United State
Jones & Rouse
Lake View Nurseries
Rochester
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U. Sa
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Over GO
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Warren, BA
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Federal St
Allegheny, PA
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Third Street
Liberty
Warren, la
Ulars
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J. K. Ronne
Liberty Street
Struthers
Warren, Fa
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Savvy Mill
Parshall & Sill
G. W. Sill
E. W. Parshall
General Agents
Janes Broder
Bradford
Allegany Fields
Bradford, Pa
Peter Berry
L. F. Watson
Davis & Murphy
J.F. Breitenstein
Avril
Riddle & Hugus
Mead & Greene
C.J. Lane
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T. J. Vandergrift
W. H. Copeland
Home Mutual L. Asso
D. G. Morse
Wm. M. Major
Wm. M. Hunter
J. W. Jenkins
Fred Morck
Kittie Small
N.Y
P. RK
R. Skinner
F. W. Skinner
B.& T. Morris
Jacob Conroe
M. Murphey
C. D. Adams
P.E. Appleby
W. E. Homer
Wm. O'Neil
Rodgers Bros
W. H. Rearick
R. EA. Foster
L. P. Blakely
E. Walker
M. N. Gilbert
Nat
Trah
Kinzua School Dist
A.morrison
Bank Warren
Hall&Jamieson
D. E. Asb
Shults
W. B. Mallory
Geo. Bates
T. B. Klett
C. D. Scott
Lebbeus Jones
Anchor Oil Co. Co
P. Johnson
A. Brown
T. Staples
John Galloway
Henry Noble
J. M. Warwell
H. B. Metcalf
J. A. Whitney
Proth’s
Samuel Thompson
Farmington
Alfred M. Thompson
P. O. Box
Warrem
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