COUNTY CONGRESS PRIMARY NAMES ADVOCATE REPUBLICAN MAJORITY
A list of candidates for county and state offices is presented with their home towns including Edwin S. Osborne Luzerne for Congress at large Charles W. Mackey Venango C C Allen Warren Henry Brace Warren George F Yates Columbus Dr F W Whitcomb Warren D F A Wheelock Lottsville Henry P Hunter Warren J T Barker Bear Lake Associate Judge. The closing line urges voters to grant Republicans a majority from the Lake to the Atlantic.
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Congress
Edwin S. Osborne
Luzerne
Charles W. Mackey
Venango
Senate
C. C. Allen
Warren
Assembly
Henry Brace
George F. Yates
Columbus
F. W. Whitcomb
D. F. A. Wheelock
Lottsville
Warren Academy
Henry P. Hunter
J. T. Barker
Bear Lake
Lake
Atlantic
Erie
Wm. L. Scott
Morrison
Carlisle
Vote for Mackey ends Scott’s Protectionist ruse in Warren
A George Mackey supporter labels Mr Scott as a hypocritical Democrat in Republican clothing. The letter argues Scott will join a Democratic caucus, oppose tariff protection, and vote with Morrison against Randall and Curtin. It urges Mackey as the genuine Protectionist choice.
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Scott
Congress
Warren
John G. Carlisle
Wm. M. Morrison
House
Morrison
Randall and Curtin
Mackey
Don’t Trade urged as Brace and Republican ticket rally
Editorial attacks Democrat aims to win House majority and back a U.S. Senator, alleging pressure on workers statewide and press deception. It praises Brace and the GOP slate, labels Scott anti labor, mocks oleomargarine stance, and warns labor and lumber workers against supporting Scott.
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Beaver
House of Representative
U. S
Philadelphia
Swain
Brace
Blaine and Sherman Relations Seen as GOP Omen
The Cincinnati Commercial argues that friendly ties between Blaine and Senator Sherman bode well for the Republican party. It notes the party has suffered and Blaine may have lost the presidency over a quarrel with Conkling, urging an end to petty jealousies among leaders.
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Cincinnati
Blaine
Sherman
Conkling
Democrats pick Rafferty as 2nd district nominee
The Democratic State Central Committee settles Rafferty as the regular congressional nominee for the 2nd district and excludes Latta. Green County Democrats demand another nominee. A Republican may still compete.
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Democratic State Central Committee
Rafferty
Congress
Latta
Green County
Mackey Poised to Align with Protectionists
Scott votes with Morrison and other free traders while Mackey pledges to side with the Protectionists on every occasion. VOTE FOR MACKEY.
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Scott
Morrison
Mackey
President suspends two lawyers over political activity flap
The President suspends Col. William A. Stone and Benton of Missouri for violating General Order No. 1 barring office holders from interfering in campaigns. The editorial calls the order a flapdoodle, defends free speech, and blasts the administration for limiting citizenship rights while praising Stone and Benton. It notes Scott’s political maneuvering and discusses the Morrison Free Trade bill vote details.
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William A. Stone
United States
Western District
Pennsylvania
Benton
Missouri
Stone
Allen
Erie
Scott
Cleveland
House of Representatives
Congress
House
Temperance Resolutions Adopted by the Presbyterian Synod
The Presbyterian Synod of Pennsylvania on the 25th adopted resolutions aligning with the General Assembly. They urge pastors to address temperance, oppose licenses for drinking establishments, promote temperance societies, fund the Temperance Committee, distribute literature, support Women’s Christian Temperance Union, and endorse a constitutional amendment for public submission.
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Presbyterian Synod of
Pennsylvania
General Assembly
Presbyterian Church
Republican Party
General Assembly Temperance Committee
Sifth
Women’s Christian Temperance Union
Republicans Stand By Party In Erie Warren Visit
A Scott County Republican visitor in Warren notes strong party loyalty among Erie Republicans. He says Republicans vote for measures over men and favor keeping the party harmonious and vigorous to support county district and state tickets for the upcoming Presidential battle two years hence.
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Erie
Warren
Scott
Venango Democrats deny slander on gains before election
Editor Dispatch from Franklin Pennsylvania dated October 27 reports the Venango County Seneca Crus organization denying a vile slander that anti Scott Democrats are weakening. They claim daily accessions and vow to stamp out the lie on November 2 despite liberal offers from boodlers. Statements issued by Vice President R. G. Lamperton and Secretary Jas. S. McGarry.
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Eric
Venango
Franklin
Seneca Crus
Venango Co
R. G. Lamperton
Jas. S. McGarry
Sec’y
Scorr Defends Morrison Bill On Lumber Duty Controversy
The speaker argues Morrison's bill harmed Pennsylvania wool growers only and failed to address lumber. He notes Canadian pine lumber would enter free of duty and all duties on lumber products would be removed, leaving England to supply Canada’s manufactures as a Democratic industrial policy.
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Scott
Pennsylvania
Scorr
Canadian
England
Canada
Bogus butter makers ship money to defeat Congressman Scott
Erie Herald notes counterfeit butter manufacturers in the district push funds to defeat Hon. W. L. Scott. They oppose his bill claiming it taxes their product too little and grants it legitimacy, yet fear repeal leading to higher taxes.
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W. L. Scott
Congress
Erie Herald
Imitation statesmen and the bull butter business
A cryptic note questions imitation statesmen and references Bill Scott in a Washington context. The passage hints at political hypocrisy and a risky, hot environment affecting careers in the capital.
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Philo. Times
Bill Scott
Washington
W L Scott’s Congress Votes For Free Trade
In Congress W. L. Scott consistently supported free trade and opposed protectionist policies. Voters are urged to recall his stance and voting record on trade during his tenure.
Elevator Incident Splits Harrisburg Campaign Cards
Harrisburg reports recount the clash between Republican cards issued by Chairman Cooper and Democratic countermarks. Lieutenant Governor Black allegedly uprooted Beavers and Beavers portraits from an elevator display, then kicked the card to the floor amid claims of political motive and public chiding.
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Harrisburg Call
Cooper
Democratic Committee
Black
Beaver
Capitol
E. M. Householder
General Beaver
Mr. Black
England seeks Free Trade via Irish American vote
The piece argues that England cannot force Free Trade on the United States without Irish American support and that the Democratic party relies on Irish American votes to win outside the South. It urges Irish Americans to avoid aiding England by supporting Free Trade on November 2.
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Democratic Party
England
South
United States
Death of Mrs A T Stewart Widow of Millionaire Merchant
Mrs A T Stewart of New York widow of the late dry goods merchant died suddenly last Monday from a cold contracted Friday. She was about eighty. The Stewart estate, though depreciated, is valued at many millions, with prior estimates of thirty to fifty million dollars.
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A. T. Stewart
New York
Stewart
Wedding Boom Reflects Prosperity Cited by Buffalo Express
The Buffalo Express notes a surge in the wedding business as a gauge of a people’s prosperity. A commentator says philosophers long warned of danger during wealth, citing marriages and marriages as a sign of social health.
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Buffalo Express
St. Nicholas November Issue Draws Young Readers
St Nicholas for November marks a new volume with stories and pictures aimed at children while offering engaging content for adults as well. The magazine highlights instruction and entertainment through its themes and visuals, keeping quality stories and appealing illustrations.
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St. Nicholas
Bargains on Garments at Astracian Jacket Deals
Over 200 garments to show with prices from $3.50 to $40.00 including an Astracian Jacket at $3.75 and a Plush Sack bargain. New-Markets priced $3.50 to $25, Short Wraps $10 to $40, plus children and misses garments in modern styles. Savings offered on cloaks and shawls.
Mackey Likely to Gain Support in 27th District Race
A political note urges voters to elect Mackey to Congress from the 27th district. It emphasizes Republican alignment, fair nomination, and Mackey's deservingness, highlighting the party balance in the current 40th Congress with 325 members split between Democrats and Republicans.
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Mackey
Congress
40Th
House of Representatives
House
Political chatter and art sales in late 19th century notes
The passage surveys diverse topics from voting sentiment and party tensions to auction prices for historic autographs. It highlights a London American exhibition set for 1887, Boston women reforming theater etiquette, protectionist tariff views voiced by Powderly, and public impressions of President Cleveland versus Grant.
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Boston
Cleveland
Grant
Pennsylvania Avenue
Laundry and Dye Works Promotes Local Service
J L Pierce proprietor of Warren Steam Dyeing Scouring and Laundry at 221 Second St announces readiness to handle all work in first class shape. Only first class workmen employed. work warranted or no charge. Goods sent by mail stage or express receive careful immediate attention. Pierce pays carrying charges on packages over five dollars. Correspondence solicited.
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J. L. Pierce
Warren
Second St
Pierce
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