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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1883
Page
2
President Chester A. Arthur proclaims Thursday November 29 as a day of national Thanksgiving. He urges rest from labor and worship to thank God for health harvest peace and liberty, dated October 26 1883 in Washington with Secretary Frelhinghuysen affixed seal.
The article proclaims a Republican sweep with Niles or Livsey leading key offices in Pennsylvania and notes broader GOP gains in New York Massachusetts and Nebraska. It denounces Democratic leadership in Harrisburg and urges continued party unity to secure future statewide power and a Republican federal slate.
The 400th anniversary celebration of Martin Luther began in Eisleben where he was born on November 10 1483, with similar observances in Vienna and across Germany. The text notes the American Lutheran church origin in this state and highlights Pennsylvania’s historic strong church leadership from Henry Melchior Muhlenberg onward.
Over candidate Mr Niles who supports prohibition suffered cuts in many areas for his stance. Prohibitionists largely voted straight for their own candidate Allee Samee. We submit that such worldly wisdom never aids practical reform.
A terse editorial voice claims the reform governor has failed to curb public robbery as terms of current members end and they risk leaving office, implying ongoing political pressure and self interest in governance.
Ben Buker announces plan to run again in Massachusetts amid criticism over a nickname Beast Butler and accusations of stealing spoons. The exchange highlights political fights and public rhetoric in the state.
Bex Buker says he is pleased with the result in Massachusetts. He notes the outcome pleased a good many better people as well.
The report notes President Arthur issued a Thanksgiving proclamation this week while Governor Pattison’s acknowledgment is still awaited. It questions why Governor Bob Pattison would be thankful, hinting at political or civic reasons behind official greetings.
The piece lauds a substantial Republican victory in Pennsylvania, crediting unity and progress after internal feuds. It depicts the party as reborn, pledging liberal reform and warning against Democratic mismanagement and tariff attacks that threaten national industries. Pennsylvania is called the keystone of the Republican arch and a bellwether in national contests.
The Ledger and Venango Spectator trade sharp words over a rumor that Mr. McAuley promised to name Mr. Evans of Tidiante as deputy if elected. The Ledger retracts, while the Spectator condemns deceptive campaigning as harmful and warns future elections need stricter decency.
A retrospective list profiles Union commanders Grant Sherman Sheridan and others with notes on age appearance wealth or occupation. It mentions Stoneman as California governor Sickles practicing law in New York Rosecrans Whitehair and Grierson leading a colored regiment in Texas. The piece notes few generals remain active.
At Mayville on October 2 the Prohibition convention nominated Oren Stoddard of Busti for the first district assembly seat. He declined the nomination in a frank letter saying chances of success were slim and his withdrawal would direct votes to the Republican Horton to aid temperance efforts.
The report notes that the Republican slate wins by large margins and mentions Brother Wenk leading supporters and the presence of a girl in the display. It emphasizes a proud record and strong majorities across the ticket.
The note argues the whisky faction within New York Republicans and Democrats defeated temperance candidates like Maynard. It claims temperance figures on tickets are discarded, illustrating where “teddy stickers” stand with their allies.
Ivis estimates the statewide campaign cost at least 1.6 million dollars with Butler spending about 125000. Over 100000 dollars changed hands in and around Boston during the election.
The owner may reclaim seven hundred cigars and a rubber coat by contacting M. F. Wetmore near Ackley Station and paying the notice’s requirements.
The Erie Observer notes that Ohio winds boosted party support as Erie County backed Pattison by 40,000 and 1,000 margin for the Legislature, while New York backed Cleveland and a Republican secretary of state, 15,000 to 20,000. The piece mocks the idea of the GOP going and celebrates Brainerd's campaign aid.
The Philadelphia Times reports Pennsylvania voters swung Republican yesterday not from changing convictions but from weariness with Democratic power in Harrisburg. It marks a dramatic reversal from Ohio and signals a political death by Democratic own action, with recovery urged for 1554.
The report lists varied items from population increases in Dakota to revival meetings by Moody and Sankey in England. It notes mint policy on trade dollars, surplus passenger counts on two steamships to New York, and a fire insurance angle in Oswego. It mentions tax relief estimates and evolving magazine plans for 1981.
Mrs. Lulu Scannell filed for divorce from Burt R Scannell on November 7 at 9 45 A M. The defendant waived service. Judge Smith oversaw the case and the decree was issued at 10 25 A M. The entire forty minute proceeding prompts reflection on efficiency.
The Democratic state chair W A Hensel faces a civil case from Detective Wilmoth of Bradford claiming 1000 dollars for a reward offered to arrest violators of election laws. Hensel says the reward was a bluff. Wilmoth alleges prearranged violation and arrest, with the suit possible later.
The Independent proclaims itself a large, ablest religious literary paper, priced like rivals, featuring twenty two departments and a premier literary section with reviews and notices. It announces soon serialized works by Howells Norris Crawford Hale Jewett and others, urging subscriptions via its New York City address.
Washington announces the marriage of Joseph J H Bradley, a leading Washington lawyer, to Mary Harris in Philadelphia last Wednesday. Harris had stood trial in 1865 for the murder of treasury clerk A J Burroughs, claimed insanity, was acquitted, and later lived in the asylum. Bradley, about 81, widowed, has long been her close friend. Harris, about 39, gained notoriety from the case.
The article explains the legal method for counting votes after polls close. It cites the 1839 law requiring inspectors to read aloud each ticket, clerks to record each counted vote, and maintain tally sheets so overall counts for each candidate are readily known.
The notice promotes trying imported cigars at L. G. Noyrs drug store and mentions a new outlet A. A. Davis & Co. for bird cages. The ad highlights availability of the new cigar selection and shop expansion.
Grateful warmth in cool evenings with heavier clothing in order after sunset. Sol Cohn & Co the Keystone Clothiers offer stylish comfortable garments made by skilled tailors and promise perfect satisfaction. Call 5 doors west of the Carver house Front street.
As a cathartic and alterative this water stands superior to all for Overoepsia Constipation Torpid Liver and related ailments. Usual dose is one glass before breakfast. Sold by all reputable druggists. Address orders to High Oak Spring Company Saratoga Springs New York. Manufactured by G G Noyes Warren Pennsylvania.
The supreme court declares that beneficiaries may recover when a policy holder dies by own action while sane enough to know physical consequences but insane enough to disregard moral consequences. The decision resolves a vexed question about insurer payout in suicide cases.
Two thousand dozen hosiery for ladies children and men new stock launched. Special lots include fleeced lined ladies at 40c value 60c and men’s stock at 10 15 and 20 cents. Wool and children's items priced 5 to 25 cents, floor oil cloths also offered.
In a South Chicago letter dated December 19 1881 a husband recalls his wife’s life saved by Peruna after a severe coughing spell. He says a doctor prescribed tea spoonfuls hourly and she began improving immediately. The husband endorses Dr Hartman’s Life Ill book as factual.
Banner Furniture at McNett & Co presents Warren shoppers with the finest furniture selection ever offered, highlighting a broad range of pieces and quality craftsmanship for homes across the city.
Warren County Teachers Institute convened in Youngsville union school hall on Oct 29 with Supt. Arird as president and committees named for music criticism and more. Evening lectures by Rev. Gilleland and Prof. Cooper, with sessions continuing through Nov 2 including addresses by Wallace Bruce and others.
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