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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1883
Page
2
The Warren Mail lists Wa. P. Nutring of Clarendon Frank A. Cogswell of Warren and C. H. McAuley of Deerfield as candidates for Warren county treasurer with nominations subject to the Republican County Convention decision.
Last week in the Senate the National Guard armory expense bill passed. The House defeated a measure extending justice of the peace and aldermen jurisdiction. A governor veto blocked a bou roughs lane vacating bill. The anti discrimination bill moved to a second reading with Lt Gov Black voting yes. The Governor also vetoed pensions for Mexican War veterans and widows, veto sustained.
In Pennsylvania three factions clash over trade policy. Patton leads the Free Traders demanding a tariff for revenue only while Randall heads the Protectionists pushing a revenue tariff with incidental protection. The Trimmers lack a single leader but command the largest following. The speaker ends by noting the party could serve as a cautionary example if it fails to adopt a sound platform.
On the 21st the President appointed Hon Walter Evans of Louisville Kentucky as Commissioner of Internal Revenue. Evans is a lawyer about 41 years old and served as a lieutenant in the Federal army. He served in the Legislature from Christian county in 1871 and as Senator in 1873. He was a 306 delegate at the Chicago convention voting for Gen Grant. Evans has been involved with whisky prosecutions and is described as a quiet capable Christian gentleman likely to be an efficient commissioner.
Secretary Chandler answers ex-Congressman Dezendorf Virginia praising exposure of political pur pose assessments on Norfolk navy yard employees. He says investigations are ordered and hints at defying the Court of Claims ruling by directing cadet engineers to appear for examination.
Mint has produced 500 000 to 600 000 new nickels weekly with demand keeping up. A total of 3 000 000 coins of the new design circulate plus 12 000 of the old design remain in use.
Somenopy asked why Barnum did not attend Boston this year. Barnum replied he cannot compete with Butler who beats him as humbug and advances beyond anything he can show. The note hints at professional jealousy and business clout.
The new Russian emperor was crowned sceptered and anointed in Moscow on Sunday with no attempt made on his life. The ceremony proceeded peacefully as crowds watched in the capital.
The coronation ceremonies began May 19 and will conclude June 10. Jerr Davis, age 77, is described as very feeble and will turn 78 on June 3.
The Boston Advertiser cites a special saying President Arthur and lieutenants including George Bliss plan to unite New York Republicans and split the Democrats to assure Arthur carries New York in 1884. A New Haven writer dismisses the claim as baseless while noting Arthur’s poor health and desire for a prosperous end to his administration.
The great racing event in England concluded last Wednesday with St. Blaise, owned by Lord Arlington, taking the Derby. A small field of eleven of 229 starters made the win notable as Highland Chief and Galliard followed in second and third. The royal party attended including the Prince and Princess of Wales and other nobles with many American and French racing notables present. The Prince of Wales was among the earliest to congratulate the winner.
Dana of the New York Sun outlines weekly expenses for a major paper. Editorials, writers, and reporters cost 4000 to 5000 dollars, telegraph bills 700 to 1000, composition 1000 to 2000, publication 1000 to 2000, stereotyping 500, and miscellaneous 1000 to 2000, totaling 9000 to 12000 dollars a week depending on activity.
A Postmaster General order effective July 1 requires post offices to send an official postal card to addressees when letters prepaid at less than full rate or third and fourth class mailers not fully prepaid are deposited and forwarded within the United States. The notice requests remittance of the proper postage to allow onward forwarding.
The first through ticket to Portland, Oregon via the Northern Pacific was sold in St Paul on May 10 for 99 dollars. The 1,911 mile journey includes a 160 mile gap between the Eastern and Western divisions that must be traversed by stage until the line is completed, expected to be closed in August.
Lydia Pinxman, a famed patent medicine proprietor, died after building a business of about 300000 dollars a year started from tea-kettle production. She spent roughly 180000 dollars annually on advertising and a portrait might capture her image before the memory fades.
Ex Governor A G Curtin notes only three of the eighteen war governors from the Altoona 1862 conference survive. He identifies himself Sprague of Rhode Island and Kirkwood of Iowa as completing the trip. Curtin says he personally conveyed the conference’s purpose to President Lincoln.
Kate Kang, a controversial Milwaukee lawyer, is freed from jail after charitable women post her fine. She remains outspoken and unfazed in her criticism of the judge.
The G A R in Washington plans to place flowers on 300 Confederate graves at Arlington during Decoration Day. Lincoln and Hamlin is a new presidential ticket, with Robert Lincoln and Gen Charles Hamlin among proposed candidates. MecNett and Co. sell chairs at 2.75 per set.
An 19th century advertisement promotes High Rock Spring Water as a cathartic and alterative for dyspepsia constipation torpid liver and related digestive issues. It recommends a glass full before breakfast and lists Saratoga Springs New York as the company address with availability from J. G. Noyes in Warren Pennsylvania.
Today New York and Brooklyn marked the bridge opening with formal ceremonies led by President Arthur and Mayor Low. The event featured speeches by Kingsley Hewitt and Storrs, a fireworks display, and a midnight traffic opening. Officials described the bridge’s dimensions, cables, tolls, and construction history, noting Roebling and his son guided the project despite hardship.
A Wasmington correspondent reports Mrs Don Cameron in a white trimmed gown with snowball accents at the belle ship event. She wore no gloves or bracelets and her dress featured short sleeves and a low neckline.
The article notes 17 000 to 18 000 U.S. cigar manufacturers and 80 000 to 100 000 cigar workers including packers and casers. It quotes Sun and mentions Ingersoll and Christ belief as well as Vanpersitt seeking voyage to rekindle appetite while contrasting fortune with appetite.
The U S Treasury holds 381 171 684 in total specie including 191 775 380 in gold 111 204 554 in silver dollars 28 175 032 in silver change and 50 016 718 in paper. About 130 000 000 of specie backs 58 353 770 in gold certificates and 71 692 071 in silver certificates in circulation. Paper certificates are as secure as gold and silver and more convenient.
New York oil activity draws capitalists and brokers as city trades soar past Pittsburg Bradford and Oil City. Last week NY volumes exceed 45 million barrels with gains fueled by Tidewater Pipe Line backer James R Keene, who is said to hold millions of barrels bought after the recent price drop. The shift from wells to a major market is expected to boost trade and profits.
The Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore Railroad issues a practical pocket guide on hunting and fishing for Delaware and the eastern shores of Maryland and Virginia. It covers best-season baits, transport costs, lodging, and routes, with maps and illustrative cuts. Free copies available from J. R. Wood, General Passenger Agent.
Letters from druggists praise ZoPEsA for improving mood and temperaments by addressing indigestion and liver trouble. The remedy is said to correct secretions and strengthen digestion, with a 10 cent sample often convincing customers of its value.
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