Col Watson Favored in Congressional Primary Returns
The column lauds Col. Watson after primary returns show him carrying all counties except Warren borough and Kinzua. It argues a second term sustains influence in Congress and departments, noting his growing popularity in Warren and strong support from Erie and Venango. It urges neighboring counties to back him for the district’s best overall interests.
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Congress
Col. Watson
Warren Borough
Kinzua
Warren
Scofield
Washington
House
Warren County
Erie
Venango
Independent Nominations and Republican Contrast
The piece presents Boss Mitchell's Convention platform as a practical reform for popular representation, urging readers to compare it with the regular Republican work. It notes a claim that the Republican Convention will be recalled to fill Marshall's place and criticizes State Committee control over nominations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boss Mitchell
Marshall
Congressman's Fainting Mixup Clears Walker Name
Ledger notes a misidentification after a report of a fainting fit by a Pennsylvania congressman. It clarifies that Wat son, not Walter, was the intended figure and suggests Walker is the correct surname for the 16th district representative. Col. Watson is not involved.
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Walter
Pennsylvania
Congressman Watson
Ledger
Walker
Tioga
Potter
McKean
Cameron, Lycoming
Sullivan Counties
Col. Watson
Resignation Letter Shape for Tom Marshall Declined
"Boss Mitchell" notes the impact depends on Marshall's letter. Marshall declines with reluctance to aid the new administration, citing personal duties and a dying wife’s promise to never hold office, and plans to back Gen Beaver. The decision limits aid to the new "boys" and supports Beaver instead.
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Mitchell
Tom Marshall
Marshall
Gen
Beaver
Delegates and the 1870s political convention discussed
The piece criticizes a state convention as controlled by bosses and Philadelphia interests. It alleges that many counties had no delegates and cites Geo E Mapes as a nonresident appointee. It recounts internal GOP conflicts, proposed elective county conventions, and tensions around Beaver and anti Beaver factions. Franklin county shifts support to Beaver.
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Tribune
Fudge Centre
Erie
Elk
Forest
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Green
Monroe
Pike
Potter
Washington
Wyoming
Warren County
Geo. E. Mapes
Mapes
Philadelphia
Capt. L. A Borchers
the Tribune
Mitchell
Wolfe
Prohibition
Beaver
Hastings Geer
John Stewart
Geer
Franklin County
Stewart
Harrisburg
Seiders
Franklin
Independent movement in Republican party questioned
The Louisville Journal argues Senator Mitchell will see that a half breed victory over the Cameron machine in Pennsylvania won’t correct evils. It claims a revolt by one faction just changes the engineers and stokers running the machine and says the independent movement has no moral meaning.
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Tur
Louisville Journal
Mitchell
Cameron
Pennsylvania
Republican Party
Greenbackers of Warren County Convene in Youngsville
The Warren County Greenbackers met in Youngsville to call a county convention set for the third Monday in June. Dave Martin attended the meeting while Brother Morris was absent as the group keeps the faction alive on paper.
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Tur Greenbackers
Warren County
Youngsville
Brother Morris
Dave Martin
Baltic Arrives in New York with Jeannette Survivors
The steamer Baltic reached New York with Lieut Danenhower Dr Newcomb John Cole and Charles Tom Line among Jeannette Arctic survivors. Cole was deemed insane by his ordeal but recovery is hoped with proper care. The lieutenant will report to Washington soon.
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Baltic
New York
Lieut
Danenhower
Dr. Newcomb
John Cole
Charles Tom Line
Cole
Washington
Bennett’s North Pole Venture Draws Wealthy Publicity
The Boston Post notes James Gordon Bennett gave Mrs. DeLong $50,000 in U S Government bonds. It observes many women want him to send their husbands to the North Pole and opines Bennett should be liberal. It brands his craft as unfit for polar ventures yet profitable in notoriety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Gordon Bennett
Mrs CarHarRINE Chase Spracer Granted Divorce in N J
Mrs CarHarRINE Chase Spracer was divorced from William Sprague by the Supreme Court of Washington county New Jersey on the 27th. She keeps custody of three daughters and may resume her maiden name and seek alimony if she chooses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carharrine ChaAse Spracer
William Sprague
Supreme Court of
Washington County
N. J
William L Scorr Urged for Congress-at-Large by Tilden Men
Erie figure William L Scorr, long active in the district, is urged by Tilden supporters for a national at large seat, in a move tied to his notable bar l resource.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William L. Scorr
Erie
Tilden
Tom Marshall Declines Republican Nomination for Congress at Large
In a long letter to Convention President Mr Lear, Tom Marshall declines the nomination explaining personal duties demand full focus. He recounts a lifetime of advocating Republican principles and expresses reluctance to decline the offer. He later said he would vote for Beaver and most of the ticket but not Rawle.
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Tom Marshall
Lear
Tuos
M. Marsan
Beaver
Rawle
Death of P Frazer Smith at West Chester Court House
At West Chester Court House P Frazer Smith Esq died this morning amid memories of his triumphs and successes. He served three years in the Legislature and ten years as Reporter of the Supreme Court decisions. He was the oldest active member of the Bar, with Francis James and Joseph J Lewis as his seniors by four years who have retired.
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P. Frazer Smith
West Chester
Court House
William Darlington
Smith
Supreme Court
Francis James
Joseph J. Lewis
Ex Attorney General Lear Foresees Unified Republican Ticket
Ex Attorney General Lear of Bucks County and former chairman of the state convention told a Philadelphia Times reporter that he expects a coming together before election resulting in a single Republican ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lear
Bucks County
Times
Philadelphia
Floor and Table Oil Cloths in Great Variety
A. A. Davis & Co. offer a broad selection of floor and table oil cloths in varied designs and patterns. This advertisement highlights their extensive stock and appeals to shoppers seeking durable, decorative coverings.
Beaver in Warren Discusses Republican Outlook and Reforms
Gen. James A. Beaver visited Warren meeting the Insane Hospital commissioners and met with Gov. Stone’s staff. He spoke of Republican unity, civil reform, representation in conventions, and praised Pennsylvania resources while predicting a Republican victory nationally.
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Warren
Commissioners of the Insane Hospital
Curwen
Erie
Gov. Stone
Carver House
Corry
Titusville Herald
Sheffield
Inquirers
Beaver
Wolfe
Stewart
Philadelphia
Lancaster
Allegheny
Congress
Keystone State
Lock Haven
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
Titusville
Middle
Prohibition Convention Adopts Temperance Amendment
The second annual convention of the State Constitutional Temperance Amendment Association met in Huntington on May 9 1882. Rev L H Bugbee acted as temporary president with Blackburn and Wilkerson as secretaries. D R P Barry and Judge Agnew spoke as the plan for a constitutional amendment was approved to ban manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors within the state except for specified uses while permitting regulation by law.
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State Constitutional Temperance Amendment Association
Huntingdon
Agnew
L. H. Bugbee
Crawford County
W. D. Blackburn
Cumberland County
T. H. Wilkenson
Allegheny County
D. R. P. Barry
Agnew Subsequently Arrived and Addressed the Convention. the Committee On
Reform this year through Harrisburg convention results
The Philadelphia Press argues the Harrisburg convention delivered tangible reforms this year not next year. It highlights Beaver’s independence, three independents on the ticket, a move to direct delegate selection by the people, and a platform curbing patronage, signaling a strong start toward broader reform.
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Harrisburg
Beaver
Tom Marshall
Mayor Receives Letter From Brown Daughter Warns Public
Philadelphia May 23 The Mayor is told of a letter from Sarah Brown daughter of John Brown warning the public against a colored man E W Hall who seeks money for Mrs Brown widow of John Brown claiming she is not in need due to a California fund raised over a year ago The notice mentions a hose sale at George Ball and Co.
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Philadelphia
Sarah Brown
John Brown
Ossowattamie
E. W. Hall
Independent Republican Convention Nominates Ticket in Philadelphia
The Independent Republican Convention in Philadelphia places Governor State Senator John Stewart and Col Levi Bird Duff on the ticket with Geo W Merrick Geo Junkin and Col Wm McMichael. The platform calls for Civil Service reform end of spoils and boss rule and constitutional liquor restriction. I D McKee elected chairman Frank Willing Leech secretary of the new State Committee.
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Philadelphia
John Stewart
Franklin County
Levi Bird Duff
Pittsburg
Internal Affairs
Geo. W. Merrick
Tioga County
Geo. Junkin
Wm. McMichael
I. D. McKee
Frank Willing Leech
New State Committee
Strikes Loom Large as Labor Conflicts Rise Across Regions
Reports from Cleveland to Pittsburg warn of a wave of industrial strikes. A Pittsburg manufacturer predicts the season will feature the sharpest clash between organized capital and labor in U.S. history. The Postmaster General tells Congress to abolish second class postage while noting fourth class losses. Cameron county Press reprints criticism of John S. Mitchell and his bid viewed against GOP sentiment.
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Pittsburg
Buffalo Express
Cameron County
Mitchell
John S. Mitchell
Congress
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