Quay declares Senate bid and Roosevelt’s political moves
Col. M S Quay told a Philadelphia reporter he will run for the United States Senate and expects election by the next General Assembly. He vows to fight in the Legislature and predicts victory against rivals. He also suggested a National Committee re election and commented on Roosevelt aiming for civil governance in the Philippines and a future run for New York Governor.
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United States Senate
General Assembly
Col. M.S. Quay
Philadelphia
Admiral Dewey Returns to Washington After Southern Visit
Admiral Dewey and his wife came back to Washington last week praising the South and its people. He noted the South’s prosperity and, like Bryan, believes travel strengthens his presidential bid. He said Georgia and Florida show the South does not want Bryan for President, promising a hard fight.
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Admiral Dewey
Washington
Bryan
Georgia
Florida
South
Postmaster General Smith vows punishment over Cuban postal scandals
Postmaster General Smith is quoted saying the rascals will be punished if law allows. The President, Congress, and administration bodies share determination to not shield or excuse wrongdoing. The public demands prompt and just punishment and removal of wrongdoers.
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Smith
Congress
Oregon Republicans vow bold signboard to greet National Convention
A Portland paper reports Oregon faces a June election with two Republican representatives and a Republican Legislature. The paper suggests supporters will erect a large visible signboard on the road the National Convention will travel, signaling party unity to the nation.
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Oregon
Portland
American Rail Engines Export Growth Impresses Nation
More than 4,000,000 dollars worth of American railway engines were exported in the nine months ending March 1900, surpassing under 1,000,000 dollars for the same period in 1894 and 2,800,000 dollars in 1899, stirring pride in American mechanical skill.
Corn Prices Rise Under Gold Standard Since 1896
A brief note compares corn and silver values from May 7 in New York and the farm price in 1896. It states corn was 45 cents per bushel in New York while silver stood at 597 cents, contrasting with 21 cents on farms in 1896 and noting corn’s continued rise under the gold standard.
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New York
Republicans of Kentucky endorse McKinley and Bradley ticket
The Kentucky Republicans met last Thursday and elected delegates. They endorsed President McKinley administration, condemned Kentucky state affairs as the Democratic party's fault, and instructed delegates to vote for McKinley for President and W. O. Bradley of Kentucky for Vice President.
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Kentucky
McKinley
W. O. Bradley
Populists Name Possible Running Mates at Kansas City
Populists may choose between Bryan Towne Barker Donnelly and Bryan for vice presidential support at Kansas City. Democrats backing Bryan face delivering votes for one ticket amid party divisions.
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Bryan
Towne
Barker
Donnelly
Kansas City
Critics press for foreign entanglements amid Philippine unrest
The article notes that the same critics calling for intervention in the Boer War advocate backing Philippine rebels to embarrass the government, portraying their motives as aimed at domestic political gain rather than aid for others.
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Philippines
Promoting Local News: Urges Neighbor to Scan MaiL
The notice asks readers to show support by obtaining a new MaiL subscription. It recommends asking a neighbor or friend to review it and compare with other county weeklies to judge news quality and coverage.
Exports Boost U S Farmers in Global Markets
The article notes American agricultural exports reach worldwide markets as farmers reap benefits from a broad liberal foreign policy, highlighting expanded trade and positive economic impact for farming sectors.
Dollar Declares Porto Rico as Legal Tender
The United States dollar becomes legal tender in Porto Rico as the American eagle expands its symbolic reach, signaling currency integration and broader monetary acceptance.
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United States
Porto Rico
Memorial Day Orders Emphasize Philadelphia Observance
General orders from Hoyis Pennsylvania Grand Army of the Republic urge proper Memorial Day celebration on May 30 with flags flowers and music. Posts in the South need funds for flags while divisions arrange grave decorations and school visits. Commanders James F. Morrison Henry H. Yon oversee memorial duties.
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Hoyis
Dept. OF Pennsylvania
Grand Army OF the Republic
Philadelphia
South
Thomas J. Stewart
Independence Hall
Jas. F. Morrison
Henry H. Yon
Navy Growth and Global Battlefleet Comparisons
The Pittsburg Gazette reports that Britain currently ships twelve battleships under construction to the United States eight, with Britain holding fifty-two completed battleships to our five and a larger fleet of warships overall. By three years hence the US may reach twenty one to twenty five battleships while Britain could have sixty nine afloat. France, Russia, Germany, and Italy follow in ranking as of now.
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United States
Pittsburg
Great Britain
England
France
Russia
Germany
Italy
Uncle Sam
James Belford
Congress
Colorado
Rockies
Republican Party
Bryan
McKinley
Buffalo Express
Nebraska
Carnegie
Sugar
Standard Oil
Washington
Lodge
Joseph C. Sibley
Post Office Department
Venango County
Franklin
Rocky Grove
Oil City
Kane
Franklin News
American Manufacturer Praises U S Products At Paris Exposition
An American maker visiting Paris extols U S goods noting more cars in Paris than New York but claiming American vehicles are superior. He attributes American dominance in world markets to mechanical skill, abundant raw materials, and a strong work ethic with timely completion of tasks.
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Paris
New York
Reduced excursion rates to North Manchester Indiana via Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Railroad offers special excursion tickets for the German Baptist Brethren meeting in North Manchester Indiana from May 29 to June 8 1900. Tickets from stations west of Baltimore and Lancaster and Reading to North Manchester are set at one first class limited round trip fare with return validity through July 1 1900.
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North Manchester
Ind
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Baltimore
Lancaster and
Reading
Sunbury
Jacob Keller’s Tailor Offers Best Fit and Prices
The town’s premier tailor Jacob Keller promotes his shop as the best place to get a suit or overcoat with well priced fittings. Call to visit and compare.
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Jacob Keller
President plans Canton visit and July 4 celebration
The president will travel to Canton in late June for two to three weeks to attend a large nonpartisan Fourth of July event, staying with Mrs. McKinley and possibly longer if no urgent matters arise. He also schedules trips to Fredericksburg on May 25, Antietam on May 30, and possibly Gettysburg on June 6 for 34th G A R encampment. The Grant statue unveiling at the Capitol occurred last Saturday with national figures present. Congress eyes adjournment around June 11 after passing most appropriations.
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Canton
McKinley
Fredericksburg
Society of the Army of the Potomac
Antieta
Gen. Grant
Grand Army of the Republic
Capitol
Appomattox
Grant
Mr. Richardson
Tennessee
Congress
House
Senate
Army
Secretary Alger
Root
Wiley
Agricultural Department
West Point
War Department
Goebel Law, Court Dissent Stir Kentucky Campaign
In Kentucky the Goebel Democrats are urged to be overturned by next November as fraud and injustice are cited. The U S Supreme Court said it had no jurisdiction but four justices dissented. The Republican state convention demanded repeal of the Goebel law and backed Gov Taylor as the sole elected governor. Prominent Democrats align with Republicans on these issues, setting the stage for a heated state campaign and a Republican verdict.
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Kentucky
U. S. Supreme Court
Gov. Taylor
Homecoming for Hopson after long Philippines service
Ligur. Hopson, after more than a year in the Philippines, has had his sentence commuted and is returning home fully cured. The article also notes other political and military items, including a large U S flag for Paris exhibitions, and remarks on governors, parties, and public funds.
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Ligur
Hopson
Philippines
Kidney Cure Claims Rheumatism Cure Link
An advertisement asserts rheumatism stems from uric acid in the blood and that healthy kidneys excrete it. It promotes FooLey's Kidney Cure as a remedy, attributed to J. M. Siegfried, promising restoration of kidney health and relief from rheumatic pain.
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FooLey
J. M. Siegfried
Local resident hails Banner Salve for long running breast sore cure
Henry H. Richards of Willseyville New York declares he suffered a running sore on his breast for over a year. After trying many remedies he used Banner Salve and was perfectly cured after half a box. He urges others to use it and keep it at home. J M Siegfried endorses the claim.
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Henry H. Richards
Willseyville
N. Y
J. M. Siegfried
Distressing Stomach Disease Cured by South American Nervine Tonic
Advertises a stomach weakness cure promising permanent relief from indigestion. Claims first dose relief, universal applicability, and guaranteed results. Sold by Hertzel and Saner, druggists in Warren, Pennsylvania.
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Hertzel & Saner
Warren, Pa
Cash for Old Boots Brass and More at Johnsons Exchange
Local notice from Robert H. Johnson offering to buy ar ticles free of cloth iron or dirt including old boots wringer rollers hoses bicycle tires and metal such as brass lead zinc and copper boiler bottoms. He will be found in his room on the second floor of Johnsons Exchange at Second and Liberty streets to meet old friends and others.
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Johnson’s Exchange
Liberty Streets
Summer Excursion Book Issued by W N Y & H Ry
The W N Y and H Ry announces a Summer Excursion Book detailing trips to Niagara Falls Toronto and Thousand Island resorts. The booklet, with further excursion information, costs two cents postage and is available from S B Newton Excursion Manager Buffalo NY.
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Niagara Falls
Toronto
Thousand Island
S. B. Newton
W.N. Y
Ray's Daughter Promises New Lippincott Novel Rise
Gen Charles King famed author of the day releases Ray's Daughter in the June New Lippincott. The heroine is Billy Ray's daughter and serves as a Red Cross nurse in the Philippines wooed by an American Volunteer whose steady pursuit succeeds. Frontispiece features a uniform portrait of Gen King. Steven Crane adds a vivid Battle of Bunker Hill in the Great Battles series.
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Charles King
Captain King
New Lippincott
Ray
Manila
Billy Ray
Red Cross
Philippines
Gen. King
Steven Crane
Bunker Hill
Excursion Tickets Offered by Erie R R to Far West
The Erie Railroad advertises excursion tickets one way and round trip to western states including Washington Oregon Montana North and South Dakota at very low rates from this section. Ticket agents provide detail, maps, timetables, and rates. Contact D S Rowe Corry Pa or F H Garfield Jamestown N Y for purchase details.
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Erie R. R
Washington
Oregon
Montana
North
South Dakota
D.S. Rowe
The
Erie R.R
Corry
F. H. Garfield
Jamestown
N. Y
Reduced Rates to Camden Ind for Old German Baptist Meeting
Pennsylvania Railroad announces reduced excursion fares to Camden Indiana for the Old Order of German Baptist Brethren gathering from June 3 to 5, 1900. Tickets valid May 31 to June 8 from west of Baltimore Lancaster Reading and Sunbury southward, good for return until July 5.
Praise for Warren Asylum Leader Prompts Media Rebuke
A North American report claims a dire situation at the State Insane Asylum at North Warren but The Warren institution is praised as well run under Dr Curwen. The Tionesta Republican denounces sensationalist newspapers as liars and urges accurate reporting.
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Philadelphia North American
North Warren
Yellow Journal
United States
Warren Asylum
Curwen
Tionesta Republican
Thompson's Barosma Promoted Against Kidney Trouble
The article notes life insurance requires a doctor's exam and urine analysis to confirm sound health. It warns kidney disease as most fatal and claims Thompson's Barosma is a universal remedy that calms nerves and benefits those with or without kidney issues.
Global Anecdotes of Wealth and Nobility Across Nations
A compilation of brief notes on individuals and events from diverse circles. It mentions John I Blair’s early earnings, Loie Fuller’s Paris engagement payoff, Sarah Grand and women’s self-reliance, the Marquis of Anglesey in Munich vaudeville, Eugene Bode’s Nebraska election paint job, Pennsylvania Governor Stone advocating homemaking rights, the Daughters of the Confederacy aiding Mrs Stonewall Jackson, the German Crown Prince’s driving lesson, Lady Dilke and the Duchess of Southerland publications, the Countess of Ravaschieri’s gift to a hospital project, Rev. Elijah Kellogg’s advancing years and ministry, Lt. Commander Mason’s name change, British officers buying Neapolitan mules, cold ankles vs nerves, Swiss lake steamers, Irish belt of hair for children, Philadelphia’s Broad Street asphalt, transoceanic shipping tonnage, London underground transit costs, and remarks on beggars among Hebrews and Quakers.
Sharp Points and Proverbial Wit on Time and Money
A collection of aphorisms on destiny and effort, contrasting plodding over plotting and criticizing those behind schedule. It quips that fortune favors action, lazy excuses hide, and wealth disputes tempt belief in equal distribution while cautioning against dependence and quick trusts.
New Inventions Span Household to Firework Safety
Several recent patents cover practical devices from a refrigerator door trap that lowers a cup when opened to protect typewriter levers with a soft fabric sleeve over the lever. A New Hampshire warming pad uses dry soapstone pockets to mold heat to a body part. A German patent describes a device that launches firecrackers by igniting a powder charge after placement.
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New Hampshire
Novel Main Wired Envelope Offered at Mai Office
New Main Wired Envelope debuts at Mai office as an affordable alternative to the old style. Call to inspect and place a trial order.
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Mai
Reduced excursion rates to Philadelphia announced
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company offers a one fare round trip excursion to Philadelphia from all line stations due to the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia. Tickets good June 15 to 19 for travel and June 26 for return, minimum 50 cents.
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Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Elegant Wedding Invitations and Programs at Low Prices
Advertises neat and elegant wedding invitations and calling cards available at the mail office with affordable pricing. Offers ball invitations and programs as part of the same line.
Pecan Trade Promoted by Warren Tailors Jacob Keller
Campaign touts pecans home trade with Jacob Keller directing efforts in Warren where first class tailors complete all work. Keller emphasizes local production and commercial ties to regional buyers.
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Jacob Keller
Warren
New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Quick Relief
Relief in six hours from kidney and bladder disease with New Great South American Kidney Cure. It relieves pain in bladder kidneys and back for men and women and stops water retention almost immediately. Sold by Hertzel and Saner, Warren druggists.
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Hertzel & Saner
Warren
KERTCHER'S Hats Show Largest Trimmed Stock in Warren
KERTCHER'S presents the largest stock of trimmed hats ever shown in Warren, offering a wide range of styles and sizes for customers seeking fashionable headwear. The display promises ample choices and seasonal selections.
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Kertcher's
Warren
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Pickett Hardware Co. Ltd
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Closed Anchor Fence CO
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T J. Foley
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Warren National Bank
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C. Schimmelfeng
Christian Smith
H. A. Jamieson
G. N. Parmlee
F. E. Hertzel
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