Republican candidates for county offices announced in Warren
The Republican County Convention will meet in Warren on Monday May 26 at 2 p.m. Primary meetings are set for the Saturday previous. Announced candidates include W J Alexander Warren for Register and Recorder and Clerk of Orphans Court, William Jewell Conewango for County Commissioner, John A Spetz Pittsfield for County Commissioner, A C Blodgett Youngsville for County Commissioner, M Crocker Brokenstraw for County Commissioner, W M Cummings Sugar Grove for County Commissioner, T L Putnam Pine Grove for County Commissioner, Geo H Higgins Warren for District Attorney, H J Muse Warren for District Attorney, and J W Dunkle Clarendon for District Attorney.
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Assembly
Henry Brace
Warren
Republican Co
C. M. Shortt
Sugar Grove
W. J. Alexander
Orphans Court
William Jewell
Conenango
John A. Spetz
Pittsfield
A.C. Blodgett
Youngsville
M. Crocker
Brokenstraw
W. M. Cummings
T. L. Putnam
Pine Grove
Geo. H. Higgins
H.J. Muse
J. W. Dunkle
Clarendon
Republican County Convention
Court of Common Pleas
Warren County
Borough of
Wrightsville
Freehold
County of
Arren
State of
Pennsylvania
H. H. Gilford
C. Messenger
Messenger
Jude Wright
O. ©. Messenger
Little Brokenstraw Creek
Columbus
Philo Wright
Stoney Run
P. Wright
Stony Run Creek
Young
Brokenstraw Creek
Lester Wright
O. P. Tuttie
Stony Run
Youngsville Borough
Brokenstraw Township
Philadelphia and Erie Railroad
William Davis
R. A.siggins
R. A. Kinnear
Huie
Oliver P. Tuttle
John Huie
John A. Jackson
Nherife
Court House
Towit
Walton Tavern
A. P. Stevens
Main Street
H. P. Stevens
DL. C. Blair
Blair
Ruby Stevens
John Sliney
Daniel Whelan
Ezra Cooper
A. Allen
Sheriff Sheriff's Office
Grant and Ward collapse hits Grant family fortunes
The Grant & Ward firm failed after Marine Bank’s collapse. U.S. Grant Jr. says the Grant family lost its entire fortune, with his wife’s income, father, and two brothers’ investments erased. He notes large borrowed sums from friends and his father-in-law’s $500,000 loss. Grant claims $1.7 million personal worth and over a million in bank notes. Vanderbilt aided by lending $150,000 and receiving transferred private property, despite Vanderbilt’s warning.
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Grant & Ward
New York
Marine Bank
U. S. Grant, Jr
Grant
Gen. Grant
Wim. H. Vanderbilt
Mrs. Grant
N. Y. Times
Vanderbilt
Memorial Day Observances Urged by Grand Army of the Republic
Robert B. Beath, commander, issues orders for Memorial Day observance on May 30. Memorial Day, begun by General Orders and now permanent, calls for flower strewing on graves, joint posts observances, public services, and inviting children and the public to participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert B. Beath
Grand Army of the Republic
Brainerd Speech Defeats Morrison Tariff Cites GOP Unity
A Brainerd speech in the House on tariff policy is praised for clarity and voter understanding. The piece notes Morrison Tariff bill defeated, Republicans favored, and urges district support for Brainerd’s renomination while highlighting local assembly race and party harmony. It underscores Erie and Warren county loyalties and calls for prudent delegate choices.
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Congressman Brainerd
House of Representatives
Pennsylvania
Brainerd
Erie
Warren County
Guv. Stone
Venaungo
Mr. Mackey
Stone
Brace
Shortt
Autograph Wisdom From Grant on Voting Duty
Four years ago a youth asked General Grant for his autograph and a short life rule. The rule urges voting the Republican ticket until every eligible man can cast one vote freely and have it honestly counted, ensuring citizens feel they have done their duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen. Grant
Republicans laud Arthur with unusual presidential praise
The Republican State conventions passed resolutions of respectful approbation for Arthur's administration. This marks a historic gesture for a man who rose to the Presidency from the Vice Presidency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur
Garfield monument designs submitted for Cleveland cemetery
Fifteen designs were submitted for the Garfield monument project in Lake View cemetery Cleveland but no award has been made. The committee set an estimated cost limit of 150000 dollars for the work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake View Cemetery
Cleveland
Francis Murray Seeks Temperance Reform in Chicago
Dr. Gross, eminent surgeon, died in Philadelphia on May 6. Francis Murray, noted temperance agitator, campaigns to reform Chicago and promote moral improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Murray
Chicago
Pennsylvania's Female Lawyer Finally Allowed to Practice
In Philadelphia, Mrs Kilgore secured admission to practice law after a long pursuit. The Court of Common Pleas No 4 Judges saw no harm in a woman taking to the bar and risked justice by allowing it. She will now compete with other lawyers, tackling intricate points and deciphering documents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
House votes to kill Morrison Tariff bill in session
Last Tuesday the House approved a motion to strike the enacting clause of the Morrison Tariff bill by 156 to 1. The measure could not pass in its own party, with 41 Democrats joining Republicans to defeat it. Our member Mr Brainerd voted to kill it.
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House
Brainerd
Men’s fashion this year moves toward practical style changes
The year’s men’s clothing shifts to practical courtly cuts with looser trousers showing leg shape, coats and vests minimally altered, and evening dress using diagonal dull cloths. Three studs replace one, gloves return for evening wear, English hats are favored, and round toed shoes become less pointed.
White House finds new life for old furniture
President Arthur overhauls the garret of the White House. He dusts off relics that saw use in Jefferson's era and fills the upper corridor with the resurrected items, turning long buried stores into a revived antique collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Jefferson
Arthur
American Old Testament Revision Company Completes Work
After twelve years of labor the revision is finished and will be prepared for the press. It is expected to be given to the public next fall or the first of next year.
Florida steamer disaster saves 44, 123 lost
News reports the steamer Florida disaster with only forty four survivors. Among the bark's crew, only the captain and two men were saved, while one hundred twenty three lives were lost.
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Florida
Woman's Christian Temperance Union Sets May 27 Prayer Day
The Woman's National Christian Temperance Union of the United States appoints May 27 as a day of prayer. Each hour is set apart for a specific subject linked to the observance and deemed of great importance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman’s National Christian Temperance Union of the
United States
Erie Harbor Bill Adds $50,000 for Tur River Port
The House last week passed the Tur River and Harbor bill with a clause prompted by Mr. Brainerd authorizing a liberal appropriation of fifty thousand dollars for the harbor at Erie.
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House
Brainerd
Erie
Bill to retire Gen Grant urged in Senate on Tuesday
Mr. Epmunds introduced in the National Senate Tuesday a bill to place Gen. Grant on the retired list of the army and urged its early consideration.
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Epmunds
National Senate
Gen. Grant
Curtain Poles and Cornices Sale Ahead of Spring Trade
A. A. Davis & Co. advertises below market prices for curtin poles and cornices as the spring trade approaches, inviting readers to buy now for cost savings and home furnishing upgrades.
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A. A. Davis & Co
Marsh Roller Skate for Sale by Rover Skates Johnson
The Marsh Roller Skate is offered for sale by Rover Skates Johnson and Siegfried. Interested buyers may contact for price and availability.
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Rover Skates
Johnson & Siegfried
Rip Van Winkle and Downs Elixir in Elder Times
The passage recalls a fifty year span since Downs Elixir gained fame and suggests an earlier sleep would reveal friends of the afflicted. It notes Baxter's Bitters for bilious diseases as a less aged but effective remedy still known for its value.
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Rip van Winkle
Baxter
Dr. Frazier's Root Bitters marketed as medicinal remedy
The product summary states Frazier's Root Bitters are not a dram shop bitters but strictly medicinal. It claims strong action on the liver and kidneys, bowel regularity, and cleansing of the blood and system. Sold by Johnson & Siegfried for 31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frazier’s Root
Johnson &Siegfried
Tariff debate defends protection over free trade
In a heated House debate on H. R. 5893, proponent argues protection of American industry safeguards labor, capital, and national prosperity, while warning that free trade would yield foreign control and ruin domestic manufacturers. He cites wages, history, and a pledge to prioritize American workers and resources.
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Pittsburg
Casson
Earl of Dudley
Staffordshire Iron Works
Abram 8. Hewitt
United States
England
Belgium
France
Tariff policy argued to aid farmers and workers
The speaker defends protective tariffs as essential for laborers, farmers and industries. He cites 1860 to 1880 data showing rising farm values and production, argues tariffs foster American markets, and warns against free trade and revenue tariffs, urging unity of farmer, manufacturer, and mechanic under protection. He notes labor dependence at mines and factories and emphasizes ballot power for protection.
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James Buchanan
Henry Clay
England
Old World
America
Europe
Tariff Commission
Pittsburg
Friends
Republican Party
United States
Cobden Club
Pennsylvania
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Che Warren Mel
Congress
S. Osborne
Luzerne County
C. Ww. Stone
S. M. Brainerd
Dr. Frazier
Cuarmman
American Congress
Friends of
American Steam Laundry
Johnson & Seegfried
Warren, Pa
A. Mintzer & Co
A. Mintzer
John C. Weiler
Act of Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Mechanic’s Lyceum Association
Sheffied
Act of Assembly
Noyes & Hinckley
Mbt Solicitors
W. Homer
O. van Vieck
Homer & van Vieck
W. Homer, O. van Vleck
Keystone Clothing Company
THE
G.A.R
Middlesex
Bleothers
Keystone
Yeoman
SOL. Cohn & CO
Carver House
Glade Township
Charles Napp
W. W. Hodges
D. D. Hall
J. B. Hall
H. A. Jamieson
RE. A. Allen
M. Vanarnum
James Upton
Thomas C. Rockhill
Peter McKinney
Holland Land Company
Emily Page
H. J. Huidekoper
Range Noble
L. H. Hall
Novie & Hall
FE. A. Allen
E. A. Allen
Sheriff’s Ofice
Heriff
East
Harriet S. James
Gholson C. James
G. C. James
Guardian
P. Johnson
P. J. Falconer
EF. A. Allen
Sheriff’s Office
Warren, I.a
Youngsville, PA
Fairmount House
Fred Swanson
Isdom
Court of Quarter Sessions
J. Albro Marsh
Russellburg
W. P. Shaw
Tidioute
W. D. Bucklin
N.N. Hanchett
Frank Metzgar
Co. B. Gregory
Charles Shaw
Sheffield
C.J. Murphy
Reuben Flick
Jacob Wiggins
Warren Davis
Enterprise
South West
David Wiggins
Triumph
T. P. Hill
Garfield
Cherry Grove
Dennis McNamara
John Logan
Mead
John Siflin
J.N. Deiteh
Wagner
John Lauffer
John Schmutz
Michael Fitzgerald
Jennis J. Sullivan
M. J. Ryan
J. Swain
G. Noblet
Lower
M. Mead
Warren Borough
W. H. Crowell
North Clarendon
J. A. Weible
William Swanson
Christine Swanson
Jas. O. Parmleer
C. T. A. Warren
A.J. Spencer
Peter Johnson
Jackson Run Road
Henry Chase
M. Kimball
Tunstall
R. T. Tunstall
L. F. Dreyer
Herife
John Sturgess
Salmon Saxton
J.G. Stearns
Peter Zelie
John Wales
Eldred
Brewer and Company
Aken
John Brenn
Margaret Brenn
Samuel W. Stewart
Sheriffs Office
Frank O'Connor
Edward Reid
First National Bank of Warren
BE. A. Allen
Elk
Peter Holt
D. D. Gliden
P. E. Appleby
F. . Merriam
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