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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1897
Page
2
Advertising rates state one square as 1 dollar with each subsequent insertion at 50 cents. An inch of one is charged at five cents per line for each insertion.
The ticket lists John H. Fuellhart for sheriff and Frank M. Knapp for prothonotary, both residents of Warren, as Republican nominees.
President McKinley issued several diplomatic and administrative picks last week including John Hay as Ambassador to Great Britain and Horace Porter as Ambassador to France. Henry White is named ambassadorial to Great Britain and Powell Clayton to Mexico, with other posts filled or pending Senate confirmation. The selections are deemed solid and no Pennsylvanians are chosen though Pennsylvania will partially influence the pie-counter in due course.
The first annual report from Col. Gilkeson shows 1131 building and loan associations operating in Pennsylvania with assets over a hundred million dollars. Officers are largely honest and few organizations fail due to dishonesty. The system is praised as the poor man's bank enabling small weekly savings to grow for future needs.
In Allegheny county last Saturday the Magee Flinn combine secured 31 of 38 delegates, all 16 in Pittsburgh, while Allegheny City sent seven delegates for Senator Quay. The victory was anticipated as Quay supporters also claimed all delegates in Lancaster, Snyder County's single delegate, and Warren County's two delegates.
Secretary Sherman reportedly laid down the law on American rights in Cuba in dialogue with the Spanish Minister. He insisted Americans arrested in Cuba must receive fair trials under the treaty with Spain and urged Spain to abandon its distinction between American and English suspects.
The Postmaster General announces that all postmasters including fourth class, totaling 70,675, may serve a four year term unless good cause for removal exists. The decision ends much uncertainty for thousands of applicants and incumbents awaiting action in the official process.
The record contrasts Harri son’s term with Cleveland’s late years. Under Harri son the public debt fell by 259,076,890 dollars and interest charges dropped by 11,684,576 dollars. In Cleveland’s last three years and eight months the debt rose by 262,315,400 dollars and annual interest added 11,493,414 dollars.
Warren county officials have not moved on a proposed work-house for Warren Crawford Erie and McKean counties. The plan is sound, but requires a Legislature enacted bill to legalize it before county officers can act.
A bill favorably reported at Harrisburg imposes a tax of one dollar per year on bicycles to fund public road improvements. Bicycle owners approve the measure if they can help fix the roads.
The New York Times offered $100 for a better motto than All the news that's fit to print. The winning line is All the world's news, but not a school for scandal. Most readers likely prefer the original motto.
The Philadelphia Business Men's League shows confidence in John Wanamaker, the wealthy merchant, asking him to be their candidate for State Treasurer. If he agrees and taps his "bars" they will back him strongly.
The Supreme Court last Monday upheld the constitutionality of the Sherman anti trust act. It ruled the law applies to railway combinations as well as trusts.
The Christian Endeavor Convention will assemble in San Francisco on July 7. Attendance is expected to be lower due to long travel distances, but a round trip rate of 15 is affordable for attendees.
A Chicago Record writer reports Mrs McKinley’s warm reception in the capital. She hosts informal blue parlor calls most afternoons for callers from all ranks, nations, and continents, and presides graciously as Cabinet members and their wives attend the first state dinner. Mrs Hanna praised as a handsome, competent social figure.
Gladstone denounces Britain and the other European powers including Russia Germany France Austria and Italy for backing Greece against Turkey and criticizes Lord Salisbury's government for aligning with Russia and Germany. A representative reports Salisbury has not yet decide on blockading Greece pending Crete measures, while officials hope crisis will ease though danger of war remains. The czar and German emperor are pushing Greece while Austria backs Berlin.
A list of six of sixty reasons why women seek voting rights in a free republic. It argues constitutional parity, taxation without representation, citizen voice, equal representation, and the power of votes to protect homes and society, urging both men and women to engage in politics.
An exchange notes that boys who read newspapers at home or study useful books in the evenings will become better men than those who loaf on the street hearing vulgar town gossip. It urges cultivating taste for constructive reading to guide youths toward profitable pursuits.
The Jamestown Journal recalls the free trade administration that departed unlaminated saying it borrowed nearly 300 million dollars in four years to lighten government costs but saddled the public with annual interest of 5 million for seven years and 6.5 million for 28 years, arguing that this is how the cost of living was reduced.
Dwellers face a sweeping flood in the Mississippi below Memphis with stretches where the river spans forty miles. Entire counties lie underwater and voyages cross turbid waters with no land in sight. Lives are lost and property damaged as the flood expands.
The W C T U appeal to President McKinley and state governors praises the nationwide response and urges legal prohibition of kineto scope reproductions of the Fitzsimmons Corbett prize fight. The question now is whether Pennsylvania will enact such prohibitions, with several states expected to act.
Dr LyMan Abbott of Plymouth church is deemed not orthodox enough for Quaker City residents and is refused use of a Y M C A hall for a regular lecture. An alternative venue had to be secured as his skepticism of the whale story provokes strong disapproval in Philadelphia.
A friend notes two types of bicycle face: one worn by the rider who pedals, and another by the man who sold the bike on time. The quip frames labor and credit in a light, humorous contrast.
A New York Advertiser warning notes Greece may become inflamed and promises that if she does, someone will be blistered. The item sits among a collage of telegraphed dispatches about postmaster deaths in Elmira and Washington, D. C., reactions to boxing fatalities, and imported editorials on trusts and commerce. It also includes comments on President Cleveland, farming profits in Iowa, and a dairy commission report, all reflecting public concerns about violence, politics, and economic trends.
The tariff bill before Congress would replace ad valorem duties with specific charges, a move praised by Chairman Dingley as vital for revenue and praised by importers as relief from frauds spurred by the 1884 act. The plan seeks a net revenue increase of about 70 million dollars, with projections of gains from wool, sugar, agricultural goods, linen, metals, tobacco, glass, and other schedules, while acknowledging possible doubts in details.
The N Y Sun argues for absolute independence for Cuba, noting Spain will send no more troops or funds and Weyler’s forces are discouraged. Patriots control open country while talks of autonomy are called a Spain-backed ruse unlikely to satisfy rebels or ensure lasting peace.
In Erie county Pennsylvania the Republican party will hold its primary meetings on May 22. Officials urge party members to attend and participate in the process. The article notes local party organizers and venues slated for the meetings.
Nga Dow of Maine, aged 93, celebrated a milestone last Saturday and remains in good spirits. The oblique note notes her health as strong and her outlook as positive.
Harrisburg report from March 23 1897 outlines adjournments and quorum caution in the House, with bills on electric roads, forestry, coroners’ pay, and holidays. quayside reform faction visuals surface amid Blankenburg reception and Quay coalition analysis. Arbor Day dates set for April 9 and 23.
A reply attributed to Tessa the electrician argues that long sleep preserves life. The idea claims a man has limited waking hours and that sleeping most of the time could extend lifespan. It cites Gladstone as example and asserts sleeping whenever unnecessary sustains faculties and prolongs life.
After Cripple Creek fire and a lingering cold, G B Henderson credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with curing both cough and cold. For sale locally by Morris & Mullen and P B Canfield. Grand Army Posts prepare to observe Memorial Day on Saturday the 29th since the 30th falls on Sunday.
The Buffalo Express maintains a bright up to date news section that is fair to all while its editorial page bristles with timely information and comments. The paper follows the adage to keep editorial opinion out of news while delivering rich editorial insight alongside coverage.
Keep gasoline tightly corked to prevent evaporation and avoid near lamps or stoves. Lambs wool batting makes the best comfortables, lighter and warmer than cotton. Old underflannels can be cut for cushions and pillows. A housekeeper's paper saves costs and helps the family. Gasoline aids domestic economy but requires careful handling. Do not buy cotton curtains that fade. an improved fryer with an inner cold handle makes lifting easy.
A retrospective look at famed forecasts from Thiers Metternich Napoleon and others. Claims that railways would fail to aid goods transport, Europe would become republican or Cossack, and a United States of Europe have proven incorrect. The piece notes continued disunity and unrealized utopias after many decades.
After eleven days at home and $25 in doctor bills with no relief, Frank Dolson of Salt Ste. Marie Michigan was cured by one bottle of Chamberlains Pain Balm costing 25 cents and has had no further trouble. Sold by Morris and Mullen Warren and P B Canfield Corydon.
The document lists numerous merchants and trades in Warren County Pennsylvania across Corydon South West Triumph and Tidioute areas. It names general merchandise grocers hardware drug groceries post offices and related suppliers with several firms and individuals identified for taxation notices.
Notice of the regular annual meeting of the Penn Tanning Company stockholders at the Sheffield Pennsylvania office on April 13 1897 at 1 PM to elect a board of directors and conduct other business. J Crry president Attest F E Graham secretary. Also a court notice from Warren Pa Libellant Lucy Ericson vs August Ericson No 38 Sept term 1896 commissioner Samuel G Allen to take testimony at his Warren office on Friday April 9 1897 at 10 AM.
In the matter of the estate of August Pihl deceased No 4 December term 1896 an application will be made to the Orphans Court of Warren County Pennsylvania on April 12 1897 by O O and L E Hermansen administrators for their discharge and for an order for distribution of funds remaining in their hands. Ball and Omanson attorneys for administrators Warren Pa March 23 1897 25 m 3t
Notice that an application will be made to the Governor of Pennsylvania on April 9 1887 for a charter for the Cambridge Springs Electric Telegraph and Telephone Company to construct maintain and operate telephone lines exchanges and messenger and general business in Crawford Erie and Warren counties under the 1874 act and supplements. S R Olliller solicitor.
Relief in six hours from distressing kidney and bladder diseases. The remedy targets the bladder kidneys and urinary passages in both sexes and relieves water retention and pain during urination almost immediately. Sold by Noyes Drug Store in Warren Pennsylvania.
Stage gossip notes James A. Herne’s upcoming war drama The Rev Griffith Davenport with a patriotic cleric hero. London critics question Richard Mansfield’s casting. Miss Mabel Beardsley joins Mansfield’s company. Emile Moreau pens The Accursed Mountain for Jane Hading at Porte St Martin. Sweet Nancy revived in London with Annie Hughes as Nancy. Pinero’s The Princess and the Butterfly due in London. Eleonora Duse may take Shakespearean roles on her next U.S. visit after Vienna treatment, with Worth gowns ordered.
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