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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1887
Page
3
A mix of local items reports Decoration Day events at the fairgrounds with horse races and ball games. Club meetings, libel case status, temperance union gathering, sewer contracts, and a chicks-and-farm goods market highlight a busy Warren scene. Multiple drownings are noted with details.
Mrs. E. Cowan is dangerously ill. Mrs. C. W. Eddy of Jamestown visits E. Cowan. Mrs. Jamieson returns from New Jersey and New York. Mr. and Mrs. Copeland return from Philadelphia. Mrs. A. M. Kent of Jamestown passes through Warren to Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. H. Bines welcome a daughter born May 15, 1887. Rev. L. M. Boyer booked for Decoration Day in Franklin. Mr. M. Beecher recovering from rheumatism. Hon. R. P. King attends Scranton grand lodge. Dr. Ryan substitutes for Rev. Israel in Warren with satisfaction. Ex-Commissioner N. Mead of Corydon in town. body search for drowned boy. C. H. Noyes plans a Europe trip on August 8. Gov. Beaver nominates trustees for Warren Hospital for the Insane. Judge Henry Souther honored as brevet member of G. A. R. John Jones notes his son R. R. Jones’s panther skin from Oregon. Gen. Allen reports Iron Hill Mining Co. progress and new gold ore openings.
Clerk Meacham presents borough figures showing taxes collected total 13 575 35 with assets 23 132 88 and liabilities 20 108 12. Indebtedness stands about 6 108 12 after receipts of 12 629 00 from collector and 6 644 13 from other sources. expenditures 17 258 47.
The trustees appoint Mr Garfield as Steward of the Hospital for the Insane replacing Mr Smalley who resigned. John A Akins of Brokenstraw is appointed by the Commissioners as Superintendent of Rouse Hospital replacing Mr Garfield. Akins is described as a practical farmer and energetic worker likely to fulfill duties well.
A Philadelphia hospital tests carbonic acid gas with sulphuretted hydrogen for pulmonary disorders. Seven weeks into use, the experiment shows promise. Dr. W. V. Hazeltine of Warren has a gas generator and may challenge Piso in treating consumption.
Sealed proposals will be received for erection of a new dwelling in Warren borough. Bids open May 18. Contract awarded to lowest and best bidder. right reserved to reject any and all bids. Plans and specifications available at the office. L. F. Watson.
C P Northrop markets new shoe styles for ladies men and children with prompt service and low prices. The ad also touts Warren city market on Hickory street and Pacific Mutual Accident Insurance with assets over 1.5 million and agents C H Macuam & Co.
H J Muse becomes Orderly Sergeant of Co I after a strong exam. Lieut Frank S Merchant elected Captain of Co D Oil City. Co I to parade with veterans on Decoration Day. Corporal vacancy exams set for Monday May 23 at 7 30 PM and Spring inspection June 7 at 7 30 PM per Capt Siegfried. Rifle practice season runs May 1 to November 1. officers and enlisted must practice. no commute for ammunition or range use. at least twenty five men required.
The Mozart concert was enjoyable and well produced by the society, highlighting fine voices and cultural effort for youth. Yet attendance lags and most members may opt for cheaper outside shows, risking the society's ongoing viability. supporters urge perseverance and continued home concerts.
The Gazette voices the people of Williamsport praising Judge W D Brown of Warren for his easy manners and dignified bearing while presiding over paying cases. He is regarded as among the best Common Pleas judges in the state.
Dr. Reverdy B. Stewart comes back to Warren after a short absence and will resume work with his brother Dr. Richard B. Stewart. Local friends warmly welcome his return.
Local ad urges shoppers to call for best goods at low prices. Spring styles have just arrived at C. P. NorthRop.
Representatives of twenty two nations gather in Pennsylvania where the Pennsylvania Bible Society provides the Word of God in their own tongues. The religious outreach highlights the society’s multilingual effort and broad reach across diverse communities.
C. H. Meacham & Co. represents several of the oldest insurance companies in the United States and England, noted for long standing practice and European ties.
C P Northrop unveils the latest footwear fashion for ladies men and children showcasing new styles across the store. The launch highlights diverse designs and a broad size range to fit families shopping for seasonal updates.
Rost. H. Johnson advertises cash payments for rags free of rubbish and for old rubber shoes during the summer. Goods can be found at his room in Johnson's Exchange.
Warren readers learn that Eben N. Ford Post 336 G A R outlines plans for Decoration Day ceremonies. A five member General Committee and Finance Committee organize floral work, seating, salutes, music, carriages, flags and graveside decorating with Women’s Relief Corps taking charge of flowers. Memorial address by Rev. Ph. Doerr. Company I and K P invitees to participate.
Wag ner and Reis present for a week long engagement featuring Miss Helen Adell and a strong company in a repertoire of high merit plays at 10 20 and 30 cents. The Bradford Era praised Camille with Miss Adell surpassing famous artists and noted Armand Durand by Mr Eagle delivering a spirited performance.
The Chautauqua Lake Railroad shows rapid progress with rails laid along the line. Willard White bought the right of way across the mill pond to the dam and toward the main street stone bridge for the passenger station at a cost of 18000 dollars. The first cars moved from Napano to the new road Friday carrying track construction material. Trains are expected to run soon from Pearl City at the lake’s foot to Westfield on Lake Erie.
P Northrop advertises Opera Piano at J K Weavers Music Store with Taber organs White sewing machines new music albums and instruction books needles and parts for sewing machines plus repair services at moderate prices. Spring 7 just received. Quick sales and small profits at Oneida.
Erie boards drill for natural gas and Venango licenses mostly granted. Oil City projects a soldiers monument. Erie bounty payments reach four thousand dollars. Meadville hosts Allegheny College students worth an estimated hundred thousand dollars to town. Strikes settle for eleven hour days as bread stamps loom. Muscalonge fishing season set to June through January. Multiple fires strike Corry and Garland. James town hosts cheaper gas discussion. Erie Butler and Pittsburg Railroad charter granted. Burglaries and arrests recur in Wagner’s case and Galbraith linked to Clarion thefts.
Rev Stoneham preached at the Presbyterian Church both morning and evening. Rev Pringle will fill the Congregational Church pulpit for now. John McDonald occupies Rev Luce's former house. 8 Stewart occupies Mrs Evans’ former home. WCT A meets at Mrs Hamilton's Saturday afternoon. Ladies Aid Society at Mrs Frank's one week from Friday. The Rev Hill reception raised over seventeen dollars for the treasury. Mrs Pond of Farmington visiting her brother Horace Mix Sen. Robins and Mr Crouch left for Chautauqua Monday.
Hawthorne U S Roof Paint recommended for tin or shingle roofs and iron oil tanks. Improves durability and appearance. For prices and details contact Mr Levi Smith in North Clarendon, Pa.
Dr S J Wallace prepared to treat all diseases of horse and cow in a skilled manner. Farmers and others seeking a skilled practitioner at reasonable rates are urged to call. Office at S Keller's harness shop Warren Pa.
A Westerly granite sarcophagus by McDonnell Brothers of Quincy marks John Bartholomew Gough’s grave in Hope Cemetery. The 4 foot monument bears a front inscription detailing his life, religious work, and a Bible verse, with a separate line about moral restraint.
May 16 notes reflect community life in Brokenstraw Valley with housework changes, reunions, moves, and a local literary rivalry. Bridget resumes writing, Arlie Mead returns from Missouri, G F Mead fences a lawn, and Frank Morrison moves away as residents evaluate licenses and industry impacts referencing a widow with seven sons pondering a liquor license in Kin zua.
Freehold notes an early hay crop forecast. Lottsville’s Wilson Creamery serves six hundred cows while T. J. Baker installs an expensive shingle mill. Eli Lowe sells Hitchcock carts and buggies from Courtland NY. George D. Martin owns a mare and newborn colt, George Howles reports Golddust trotting horses, and the town boasts rising stock standards. Lo Pierce’s team jars milk, drawing a demoralized wagon and a talk of non sympathetic exhaust. A.M. Smith leads oat sowing with early March work and the town celebrates bullhead fishing success, Go again Bill. Nix
A St Louis correspondent explores Abbott in Clay County Mississippi named for Capt. F M Abbott. He praises its commanding central location, natural drainage, artesian wells, and abundant water. With a population around 150 and several shops plus a daily mail, he sees potential for Abbott to become the county seat and a prospering inland city.
The National Drill and Encampment runs May 23 to 30 in Washington drawing thousands to the capital during spring's beauty. Visitors may inspect public property and parks while the Pennsylvania Railroad offers excursion tickets May 21 to 27 at reduced rates. The Conneaut Reporter notes local curiosities and a medicinal ad promotes mandrake bitters for costiveness.
In Busti New York on May 12 1837 Rev H M Burns joined Mr L Campbell of Grand Valley and Miss Ora E McChesney of Tidioute in matrimony.
This fragment notes Bell Bros greeting readers and signaling a focus on forthcoming plans for the week. It emphasizes the business’s engagement with the audience and hints at upcoming topics or announcements.
Our department offers a fast moving stock sale with low prices. Cottons, Shirtings, Dress Ginghams, Seersuckers, Prints, Chambras and more advertised at bargain prices. A new invoice of Crown Latines at 15 cents and the best unbleached Muslin at 7 cents are highlighted along with a ten percent savings claim and deep discounts on Dress Goods and Ginghams.
A brisk sale notes a shirt offered at 75 cents in many places while a shopper reports a price of 12 1 2 for a related item and calls a big drive in the unlaunched shirt.
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