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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1883
Page
2
We are authorized to announce Frank A. Cogswell of Warren as a Republican candidate for Treasurer of Warren county subject to the Republican County Convention decision. Also announced is Co H McAuley of Deerfield for the convention’s decision.
Last week the Legislature made little progress with key action limited to a House resolution for final adjournment on June 6. The Senate and House moved final passage on bills to tax oil companies, and limit wage exemptions on small judgments, while several measures including mercantile licensing and bridges funding faced defeats or postponements. The Vanderbilt railroad bill passed the Senate finally by a unanimous vote.
The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Independent Order of Odd Fellows gathered in Harrisburg with about seven hundred delegates. The secretary tallied 7316 initiations, 783 admitted by card, 880 reinstated, 1019 died, 708 withdrawn by card, 4554 suspended, 43 expelled, and 80389 present members, up 2555. The treasurer reported $11585 on hand. Dr C N Hickok named Grand Master and other officers elected including Muckle as Grand Secretary and Treasurer.
The Philadelphia Press outlines five conditions to secure Republican unity in Pennsylvania. They call for obeying party rules, selecting strong delegates, leaving ticket selection to the convention, forming a trustworthy organization, and sincerely accepting the Continental and Harrisburg platforms.
McCure the reformer of the Philadelphia Times and Pattison the reform governor clash over published letters. McClure hints the governor lied while Pattison releases McClure’s letter to prove otherwise. The exchange highlights tensions between reformers and governors over promises and public letters.
Sullivan of Boston knocks out Mitchell the English champion in three rounds before over 10 000 spectators. The article labels Sullivan as a big puncher and Mitchell as a smaller fighter, noting Boston holds both champion slugger and champion Governor titles and that city remains unsatisfied.
In Harrisburg the Senate Republicans back an apportionment bill while the Democratic House majority opposes it. If the measure fails the Governor may call an extra session, a move disliked by House members who struggle to earn ten dollars daily elsewhere.
A senator's wife obtained a divorce and was granted 4.25 million dollars in alimony, a fine house, and custody of four of their five children, in a decision seen as highly favorable to the petitioner.
President Arthur plans to attend the grand opening of the New York and Brooklyn bridge next Thursday and enjoy a general stay in New York. He will not go fishing until fly time.
The remains of John Howard Payne will be interred at Washington Cemetery on June 9 with imposing ceremonies marking the final resting place.
The yearly exodus to Europe starts as ships sail with full passenger cabins. Each outbound vessel fills to capacity, reflecting strong demand for transatlantic travel among Americans.
The Supreme Lodge of Knights of Honor has adopted the constitution reported last year and named Chicago as the site for the next convention. The decision solidifies organizational governance and frames the upcoming gathering location for members.
About eighteen years after the Civil War grand reunion of the Army of the Potomac in Washington drew 300 veterans in line. Gen Meade Hancock Merritt Parke Griffin Barlow Humphreys Burnside and Custer were honored as survivors marched past the White House where President Johnson and officials observed. The scene recalled a grand 1865 review on Pennsylvania Avenue with flags banners and marching units.
The trial of Congressman Phil Thompson of Kentucky for shooting Walter H. Davis ends in a not guilty verdict after a day of tense courtroom drama. The case drew wide attention from prominent defense and prosecuting attorneys and a packed town audience.
Gen Lers heirs receive 125000 of the 150000 Congress allotted for the Arlington estate purchase. The dispute, lasting eighteen years, ends with the government in possession of a national cemetery in peaceful lot. The government keeps 25000 to cover tax arrears.
The record outlines charges against Duxis accusing him of writing immoral and libelous letters and being the author of Captain Nutt’s death. The document labels him as grossly immoral and depraved, unfaithful, untruthful, vile, cruel, heartless and shameless in relation to the case.
The obituary notes Jostam Henson, the original of Uncle Tom, has died while George Haris, another prominent character from Mrs. Stowe's novel, remains. Haris raises a large family at Oberlin and leads a quiet, hardworking life.
Juoge Jackson of Louisville told a jury that failed to reach an agreement the practice was becoming too common and he proposed holding each jury until the term’s end or until a verdict is reached.
A United States court in Philadelphia has specified that 2,240 pounds constitute the legal ton, clarifying the measurement used for trade and commerce. The ruling rejects the 2,000 pound standard and establishes the higher ton as the official unit.
A Harrisburg bill proposing a one mill per gallon tax on crude oil would hit oil producers hard in the oil fields of Northwestern Pennsylvania. Critics warn the tax would fall on producers, who already shoulder heavy land taxes, and would be paid to Standard Oil via pipelines controlled by the company. The speaker condemns the measure as unconstitutional and harmful to local producers, urging lawmakers to oppose the bill.
The piece asserts the universal instinct of immortality serves as solace in death. It argues believers in an afterlife may find comfort and living should align with that belief, while nonbelievers still face death without tearful fear, quoting Franklin Press on life’s dominion over death and love’s enduring claim.
The Democratic Convention nominated J Proctor Exorr for Kentucky governor. He is noted for a humorous Congress speech on Duluth and for opposing the Electoral Commission compromise. The platform favors a tariff for revenue only and hints at broader free trade aims.
Records show George Washington's account short by 161,359 and Benedict Arnold owing 1,831.67, La Fayette 2,000, while Burr balances to a cent. Gen. Sherman retires February 8, 1884 with Sheridan due later. many officers face retirement age. Tornadoes devastate Illinois Wisconsin Minnesota with Racine suffering 25 dead and 150 horses killed.
Jay Cooer, whose 1873 failure helped trigger the great panic, reportedly paid 100 cents on the dollar and is now said to be worth about $3,000,000.
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