16 May 1907
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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1907
Page
1
A Corliss safe is praised as a modern advancement far ahead of old box safes. The device is described as absolutely burglar proof and akin to a bank showing dignity credit and progress with the cash register compared to a money drawer.
The bank announces its board of directors including Geo F Watson G N Parmlee Jerry Crary Charles Chase David W Beaty A T Scofield C Schimmelfeng Miner D Crary Watson D Hinckley F E Hertzel Andrew Hertzel William E Rice Lee S Clough C Horton Smith Hon W D Brown Chas W Jamieson and its officers.
Public notice states Oakland Cemetery lot owners must pay the secretary now to insure mowing and care for the coming season. Unpaid lots will not be mowed. Notice by the Trustees and Guy C Swanson secretary dated 5 9-31.
A. Weaver of Cherry Grove Pa warns against trespassing on his land and spring. He allows visits if guests behave properly and respectfully. May 6 1907. 5-9-21
Wanted strong, active men for steady foundry work. Laborers operating molding machines earn two to two and a half dollars with short experience. Good pay while learning. American Radiator Co. Titusville Pennsylvania.
Local notes report fair weather fun and plans for summer leisure in Warren. Items cover a new riverfront pavings, canoes on Conewango, a July Fourth celebration budget, an Oxbridge move of a dental office, a May 25 marriage announcement, post office changes, and social events with clubs and church groups.
After July 1 any ten cents worth of stamps, in addition to regular postage, will insure special delivery. The post office department improvement is welcomed by many. The Washington Post guesses that former Governor Pennypacker was never cut out for a watchdog of the Treasury.
Judge Lindsey presided as the wholesale liquor license of Mr Mead was transferred to J P Graham of Clarion Pa. The court also considered Mrs Sylvia S Paddock license, postponed to 2 pm when decision granted. A guardian's case urged better care for Louis Brown's children, probation officer to monitor. Sheffield water case noted for May 27. Forest County to hold court in Tionesta next week on a major land suit. no civil cases next month.
At a G A R meeting last Thursday five men formed an executive committee to plan Memorial Day observances. The later committee selected leaders for the event with A H McKelvey as President and W E Rice as Orator. Other appointments include Col D Gardiner Chief Marshall and R H Smith Finance Chair.
The council, after considerable Monday night business, passes the nickel show ordinance on second reading and names a special committee to review performance venues. Street and sidewalk panels report items and receive additional tasks. Chief Windsor recommends improvements in fire protection and insurance. Ordinance final reading accepts Walnut Street paving and Second Street from Liberty to Market, and fixes the 1907 tax rate. Next council meeting is May 27.
A packed schedule outlines a full day from 10:00 A M street parade through 10:00 P M vanudeville and big show performances. Activities include free outside exhibitions, a World Congress of Curiosities, horse fair, concerts by Professor Tinney, and annex visits. One ticket grants access to all big show departments with optional reserved chairs from agents.
The Titusville Herald notes that the excuse of overwork is common for men who go wrong but historic analysis shows a fast life stimulants and living beyond means contribute more to disaster than overwork.
Imported exclusive wool dress patterns in stripes, checks, plaids and plain colors now reduced. Prices cut from 2.25 to 0.98 per yard and 54 inch wool dress goods valued at 2.00 offered at 1.60 per yard.
Lot offers 36 inch Black Taffeta Silk at 98 cents, 36 inch Colored Taffeta at 1.18 to 1.25, 27 inch Taffetas with checks and stripes at 1.25, and 19 inch Fancy Taf feta Silks at 59 cents per yard, all values noted.
A range of bed spreads offered including 75 full size heavy weight at 98 cents, Marsailles Satin Finished at 1.87 dollars, with value 2 dollars, and fringed spreads with cut corners priced from 1.25 to 5 dollars.
Bargain offer lists 20 dozen bleached sheets 81 inch size and 25 dozen pillow cases 45 by 36 inches with marked value 75 and 18 cents, our sale price 59 and 15 cents.
Ready-to-Wear Petticoats listed at four ninety for a black taffeta model. Hetherbloom taffeta styles with hemstitched or shirred ruffles priced from three fifty to four fifty, highlighting value and wear quality.
Black mercerized Petticoat with two ruffles priced at 1.00 is part of this week’s big Curtain Department specials. The circular promotes low prices and wide selection for shoppers seeking affordable lacy trim and drapery pieces.
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