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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1887
Page
2
J. W. Dunkle of Clarendon borough announces candidacy for District Attorney at the next election subject to nomination by the Republican County Convention.
The County Auditor announces A. E. Pelton of Freehold as a Republican candidate for County Auditor at the next election, subject to nomination by the Republican County Convention.
G A Walkley of Pine Grove announces candidacy for Jury Commissioner at the next election subject to nomination by the Republican County Convention.
The Senate 36 to 11 approved the high license bill and the House 122 to 57 concurred. Governor signed it with the law taking effect July 1. Licenses are set by population with from $75 to $500 annual fees and revenue shares split among state, counties, and cities. Penalties include fines and jail for violations. constables must report sales and inspect licensed places. Republicans hail the measure as progress toward temperance and order.
Legislature passes bill authorizing an additional law judge in McKean district for a ten year term. Legal business in McKean and Potter counties remains behind schedule, and officials say two judges are needed to catch up.
Senate committee report shows the 27th district redrawn from Mercer Venango Warren and McKean counties. The change marks a significant shift from the House passage and alters regional representation.
The Tus newspaper issue was postponed for several hours as heavy workload and legal advertisements caused a scheduling delay. Officials say the print run proceeded once processing resumed, with normal distribution to follow.
The Senate dropped most bills from the calendar after Wednesday while approving the legal holiday schedule and other measures. The House passed several acts including labor liens, borough responsibilities, game law tweaks, and church burying grounds sales, with some defeats such as the 14 year age limit and woman suffrage. The Senate approved the High License bill, a medal distribution resolution, cruelty prevention associations, and liquor-sale restrictions. funds were allocated for London exhibition exhibits and Gettysburg statues. The week closed with more appropriations and adjournment moves as both houses advanced forest protection, gas supply powers for boroughs, and wage payment reforms.
Chairman Cooper states the Republican State Convention cannot be called in the off year before the third Wednesday in August and may occur in early September. No Senatorial delegates remain after the last Convention. Apportionment could raise total delegates to 204 from 201. districts will be redrawn if the new apportionment bill passes.
The Albany Journal notes the need for a new state capitol to replace the aging building, arguing that half a million dollars for patchwork is inadequate. It urges Governor Beaver to fund a new structure and criticizes calls to postpone while praising Prohibitionists for opposing temperance bills.
A look at urban print culture shows Philadelphia producing more Sunday papers than any other U.S. city, highlighting its strong newspaper market and competitive rivalries among local publishers.
Wenk of the Tionesta Republican reports Harrisburg views on the Warren county figure Henry Brace as a strong possibility for State Treasurer. Brace gains support from Northwestern delegates and oil regions voters for his integrity and record on the Billingsley Bill and labor-friendly laws. The Venango Citizen notes Brace is popular in the House and among Pennsylvanians for honesty and ability.
Buffalo Bill Cody tours England with his Wild West Show and wins royal favor. The Prince of Wales and Queen enjoy private exhibitions. Gladstone and other dignitaries visit tents and meet Bill and his performers. London papers hail Americans and compare militia pride with US history. The royal box sake scene ends as Miss Oakley and Miss Smith appear with cowboys and Indians.
A bill seeking to standardize school textbooks and limit changes to every five years is before the Legislature. Public remonstrances, likely sparked by publishers, protest frequent costly changes, arguing many updates bring little improvement over classic works like Cabell's arithmetic and Kirkham's grammar.
Judge Simonton of Dauphin Court of Common Pleas holds ex State Treasurer Bailey liable for about seventy thousand dollars lost when the Exchange Bank of Bradford failed. Bailey argued no vault and nonliability under acts of 1874 and 1876, but the court ruled the State Treasurer is responsible. The case involves sureties and recovery from them during the settlement with the bank’s backers.
A large delegation of Sixth Army Corps veterans left Philadelphia on the 11th for Spotsylvania Virginia where the Sedgwick Memorial Association dedicates a tablet on the battlefield to Major General John Sedgwick. Prominent Brooklyn and New York officials join the party seeking sites around Fredericksburg the Wilderness and Spotsylvania Court House.
Veteran actor C. W. Covanpeck received a complimentary testimonial at the Star Theatre in New York on May 11 to mark fifty years on the stage. Among the participants were Edwin Booth Lawrence Barrett John Gilbert Joseph Jefferson James O'Neill Fanny Davenport and Mrs. John Drew. The event drew commendations for its merit and attendance.
An 19th century ad touts Downs' Elixir as a remedy that time saves life. A. W. Morcx proclaims the product cures consumption and emphasizes swift use as the key to health.
Across Indiana municipalities voters favored the Republican ticket in many contests. Mrs. U S Grant recovered from diphtheria and improved by Sunday. Buffalo Bills fortune noted and Queen Victoria requested a special benefit performance. Findlay and Fostoria boom subsided into a calmer Ohio economy. Connecticut to vote on Prohibition with nonpartisan legislative support. Arbor Day gains tallied with growing tree planting. Castle Garden welcomed ten thousand immigrants in a single day, highest yet. Blaine to sail June 8 on the Ems. double staterooms reserved for family. Shad bones joke noted. Garfield statue unveiled in Washington with Keifer and Cleveland remarks. Couldock benefit show at Star Theatre featured leading actors. Arizona earthquake fissure described. Sheridan’s Shenandoah Valley trip questioned. Decoration Day in D C to include national drill, Marine band, and Logan tomb service.
The American Grocer estimates the nation spends 256.5 million dollars on tobacco in 1886, about 3.44 per person. Only a fifth of the population uses tobacco, with cigars the largest item. cigarettes and chewing tobacco consume 6.5 and 25 million respectively, more than sugar, tea, coffee, or schools. Tobacco costs rival fuel and exceeds several accidental-fire expenditures.
The court convened at 10 this morning to hear the jury verdict in the oil conspiracy case. Hiram E. Everest and Charles M. Everest of Vacuum Oil Co Rochester were found guilty of conspiracy as charged. An appeal is probable. The Standard men were discharged earlier by order of the Court for lack of evidence.
The Tus Democratic State Committee met in Harrisburg last week and voted to hold the state convention on August 31 in Allentown. The chair cast the deciding vote for Allentown over Harrisburg.
William W. Woops of the U S Supreme Court died last week granting Cleveland his first court appointment. The question looms whether Woops will promote Garland or remove him to disgrace his Cabinet.
The text cites John Milton contrasting male virtue with female gentleness and notes diseases said to be peculiar to women. It then promotes Dr. R V Pierce's Favorite Prescription for women as a cure, claiming widespread endorsements from users.
A listed local notice states an operator prepared to castrate colts in a standing position with skill. Persons with colts needing operation are advised to seek him. Office at S. Keller's harness shop in Warren, Pennsylvania.
T J Willoughby K Campbell Johnan Carl Prasenz T J M Honey F H Cauley C Campbell licensed to bottle and vend malt and brewed liquors in quantities not less than one quart James O Allen vender's license issued as part of the public record of licenses.
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