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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1883
Page
2
The Grand Army of the Republic commander instructs posts to observe Decoration Day on Sunday May 27. Minsters are asked to deliver sermons, posts in uniform to attend services, and to involve children and youths in strewing flowers. Loyal women are urged to assist. in areas with no posts patriotic citizens should oversee proper observance.
A Harrisburg correspondent notes the Warren asylum received $90,000 in state funds, a victory for Charles Shortt amid opposition from the State Board of Charities. The grant includes $50,000 for a new building and permanent improvements, with Senator Lee expected to support it in the Senate.
Republican County Committee meets in Warren and calls a convention for Monday July 2 1883 with primaries on Saturday June 30. The move aligns with the State Convention schedule to elect delegates. Officials urge good attendance to reflect Republican choice.
In Des Moines Circuit Court a decree was entered against Green the alleged inventor of the driven well for abandoning the claim. The case will be carried to the United States Supreme Court. Mrs. Jesse R Grant mother of ex President Grant died suddenly at her daughter Mrs Corbins Jersey City Heights home. Hannah Simpson Grant born November 23 1799 in Berks County Pa. Father moved to Claremont Ohio where she met Jesse R Grant and later married. They had six children.
Gov Parrison issued a proclamation declaring the forfeiture of between six hundred fifty and seven hundred charters. The action targets corporations that failed to return to the Attorney General within three years or respond to the prior proclamation issued thirty days earlier.
The widow of Senator Fair sues for divorce as rumors swirl of a $3 million cash settlement and $1.5 million in real estate. Keim of Pennsylvania resigns as Chief Examiner while Lyman in the Treasury is appointed by the President. A disbarment hearing for Dukes is set in Uniontown. Reverend Joseph Season Henson, aged 94, dies in Canada. Cincinnati eyes a horse festival after a record theatrical season.
The article states Buffalo treasurer Bork has been sentenced to five years at Auburn. Amasa Stone, a leading Cleveland figure, shot himself on the 11th due to ill health affecting his mind, in his bathroom. The pensions commissioner is handling 300 to 400 cases daily.
Reports from Harrisburg note Senate and House votes on compensation for prisoners and licensing changes for drummers and bottlers. Budgetary measures include appropriations to a reformatory and multiple state institutions, plus taxes on liquor, mercantile licenses, and petroleum dealings. Also covered are boiler inspections, property deeds, and an agricultural station, with updates on Moopy and Sankey’s European tour and a warning against deadbeats.
A Promotion State Convention is called to meet in Pittsburg on May 29 and 30 to nominate state candidates and conduct business. It is announced that Joseph Pulitzer of St. Louis has purchased the New York World for 400000 dollars.
The United States Judges Benedict Dillon Nelson Gresham Wheeler Nixon Blatchford Deady Shipman and the U.S. Supreme Court affirm the Green Driven Well patent in Andrews v Carman and Andrews v Wright. Notices invite parties to obtain licenses from agent IH L Bronson at Warren Hotel Warren Pa with opportunity to test patent validity. Wa. D. Andrews & Bro.
Multiple Victorian era ads advertise custom window shades by A A Davis & Co and a variety of furniture including Chamber and Parlor Suits by McNett & Co at low prices. Also promoted are dental products Yes Teeth Powder and drugstore offerings by L G Noyes and Johnson & Siegfried.
J T Manchester of Auburn claims Zo PESA replaces many older medicines in the region. He says it cures liver disorders, corrects bile, aids digestion, treats dyspepsia, acts quickly, calms nerves, and promotes sleep. He asserts it helps prevent fevers and bilious illnesses.
The ad spotlights Kilt Suits at 3 to 6 dollars and Short Pants Cassimere Suits at 5.50 to 5, praising them as attractive and of extra value. Long Pants Suits priced 7, 8, and 10 dollars are said to be better value than wholesale recently. Shirt Waists are undersold.
The shop promotes new styles of silk hats including soft and stiff varieties. It claims a large stock of Neglige and Traveling Caps, inviting working men to view a Dollar Hat and promising to revive the Straw Hat trade if the weather and public demand align.
An update from the senior partner states a fine English underwear line with matching hosiery has been secured. Keystone Shirts and a special lot are offered. The department boasts the largest variety of neckwear, hosiery, collars and cuffs in the city, all marked at low figures.
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