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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1889
Page
2
President Benjamin Harrison urges national day of thanksgiving and prayer on November 28 1889. He calls Americans to pause work attend worship and praise divine providence for peace and abundant harvests while blessing future prosperity and unity.
Governor Beaver issues a statewide proclamation urging a general observance of Thanksgiving on November 28. He commends charity aiding the afflicted and calls for devout worship, remembrance, communal cheer, and benevolence to honor God and aid neighbors.
The Burgess of Warren urges citizens to observe Thanksgiving on the 28th with worship, family gatherings, charity for the needy, and business closures. He notes the earth is the Lord's and calls for respectful observance across the community. Signed August March Jr Burgess, Council Chamber, Nov 18, 1889.
A notice warns many subscribers they owe for the Maru and must pay promptly. The message emphasizes firm collection, promising consequences for nonpayment while urging compliance with the motto pay as you go.
Official counts list Boyer with 41 244 votes, Bigler 280 318, and the Prohibition candidate 22 401. Boyer leads by 60 926 over the Democratic rival and by 38 405 over the combined Democratic and Prohibition totals. The Hart Republican plurality in 1887 was 45 245, indicating a strong statewide effort by Pennsylvania Republicans.
The Penna Railroad Company delivered the Pan-American excursionists to Washington last Wednesday evening on schedule after a 5825 mile journey with the same locomotive and train. The feat is hailed as the greatest railroad performance on record and a testament to Yankee capability.
A Nov. 9 dispatch reports young Democratic enthusiasts in Augusta Kentucky displayed a rebel flag until Nov. 12 when G A R members tore it down. Democrats accuse Republicans of waving the bloody shirt and reviving war memories, claiming the war still goes on in their view.
The Chicago gathering saw a sister sue sister for false and malicious slander while Mrs. Foster and Iowa sisters seceded, provoking a storm of hissess and calls for peace. Democratic millionaires in Ohio bid for the U.S. Senatorship, with Payne accused of buying it. The piece contrasts barrels against brains, noting the barrel might win if the bung is out.
Amos J. Cummings of the Sun succeeds Sunset Cox in Congress and W. L. Brown of the News is elected to the Senate in the New York results. The President departed Washington on a duck-hunting trip to Maryland with Senator Sewell, with return expected only next spring.
Cleveland credits late Democratic successes to Tariff Reform while Scott steered the policy in Pennsylvania and produced measurable gains. The article suggests continuing similar efforts to replicate results.
A brief note reflects on the Tax Mirror describing itself as a Republican paper. The line Actions speak louder than words underscores a perceived prioritization of revenue over rhetoric.
The Democratic manager Brice expresses willingness to run for the U S Senate seat from Ohio following the prior presidential defeat.
Readers are invited to follow the continued story The Three Burglars starting from the 4th page. The opening sets the scene for the next chapter with hints about motives and upcoming twists.
The W C T U gathered in Chicago where Mrs. Aldrich and Mrs. J Ellen Foster of Iowa proposed a non partisan temperance resolution aimed at total abstinence and prohibition. Foster was hissed and the resolution defeated with about fifty votes for it. An exchange suggests renaming since prohibition and temperance are distinct and the party appears split.
The first Congress of Catholic laymen in the United States met in Baltimore with distinguished attendees led by ex Governor John Lee Carroll. Dan Dougherty of New York gave an eloquent speech and the gathering showed strong unity and devotion to the Church. A torch-light parade of about 25,000 impressed observers, highlighting Catholic zeal and harmony.
The Baltimore Sun report that the Catholic Church might lift bans on secret societies and even allow Masons within a year triggered discussion among New York Masons. Past Grand Master Lawrence expects only a gradual rise in membership, noting Masons value belief in God over denomination and that many Catholics already belong to various lodges. Grand Secretary Ehlers saw the move as liberal for the Church and forecast only modest impact on Masonry, estimating a few hundred Catholics among about 23,000 New York and Brooklyn Masons, with larger numbers in the state totals.
Dispatch from Rio Janeiro reports a quiet city after the revolutionaries seize control and form a new Cabinet. The text notes Brazil may become a republic with emancipation of slaves accomplished, while debt stands at 514 million and the population at 14 million.
A critical editorial condemns Kentucky public opinion after the Lexington double murder of Col. Goodloe and Col. Swope at the post office. It laments the honor code that spurred a deadly feud, noting the murdered men' s failure to defy a barbarous moral code.
Senator Stanford of California owns Sunol the three-year-old mare whose mile time of 2 10 tops all prior records for her age and gender. The purchase price was described as the largest ever paid for a trotter and a contrast to Bonner’s Axtell which sold for 105000. Stanford vows Sunol will not allow Maud S. to be beaten by another's horse.
A digest of items notes Chicago leading New York in pockets counts for the World’s Fair, western states seek admission, long telephone span Portland to Buffalo, Mason’s annual revenue rise, and Sacramento Grange gathering. Obscure items report Millard Fillmore’s son’s death in Buffalo, Royal Arcanum membership, Ohio rail ticket policy, Warren county results, and earnings of a London singer. Also quotes on advertising value and army desertions, plus a Biblically themed Thanksgiving reflection urging universal gratitude.
Offer urges advance payment for a year long subscription to the Mat and the Philadelphia Weekly Press at 1 75. It claims two first class papers for the price of one and highlights the Press as a 10 page weekly with diverse content and world news. Subscribers urged to send 1 75 to E. Cowan & Co. Warren Pa.
A letter from H. C. Russell proposes a $1.0 billion bounty to 75 Copperheads and 25 Union loyalists who opposed the Civil War era, funded by the Nebraska National Guards encampment. The plan includes a single-shot execution scenario and targets veteran groups, aiming to influence political loyalty. The author claims to have secured most funds and pressures authorities to line up at the encampment.
The store promotes a wide dress goods stock with home spun wool suiting 50 inches at 35c a yard and 40 inch cashmeres from 40c to 50c a yard. They claim higher prices elsewhere and urge customers to buy before prices rise further as the range includes Henrietta and Paris pattern fabrics.
The Philadelphia Press pays tribute to Hon William H Andrews chairman of the State Committee who has closed headquarters and departed for rest. It credits his masterful management and energy in securing a large Republican majority, noting J Willing Leach’s skilled support as key to the success.
A large Baltimore gathering led by Cardinal Gibbons urged high license to curb vice and drunkenness. Resolutions call for prohibitory licensing, restricted sale times, limited saloon numbers near churches and schools, and licenses for trusted individuals. Also named: Rev T De Witt Talmage to join Ladies Home Journal as monthly writer starting January.
The Iowa vote totals show Boies (Dem) 179,926 defeating Hutchison (Rep) 174,122 for governor by 5,804. Lt Governor Poyner (Rep) leads Boston 177,400 to 175,184 by 2,216, yielding a mixed result. The State Legislature gives Republicans a majority, prompting commentary that the party has been burdened by small ideas and candidates.
The text discusses Lady Godiva’s long hair as an example and claims Ayer’s Hair Vigor promotes growth and adds a rich silken texture to the hair.
An 1889 notice states A J Hazeltine L R Freeman F M Knapp E O Donnell A Nickle and others apply to the Governor for a charter of the Wm Penn Oil Company under the 1874 Act to bore mine drill and operate for oil and gas and to hold property and conduct related business with Allen and Higgins as solicitors.
A St Louis pensioner was rejected after a pension board report described only a small linear ciatrix on the proximal phalanx of the right hand third finger with no meaningful impairment or strength loss. They awarded him 13 dollars monthly, and Commissioner Raum is urged to discard such cripples.
Des Moines dispatch notes lively times expected in the Iowa Legislature with a Republican tiny majority aiming to defeat Senator Allison and push a high license law, though its success remains uncertain.
The issue highlights Helen Hunt in her youth with a gay, happy portrayal. Susan Coolidge contributes an anecdotal piece titled The Naughtiest Day of my Life as related by H. H. The edition offers fine pictures and engaging reading for children. See prospectus elsewhere in the issue.
An advertisement promotes Ayer's Chevy Pectoral as a safe, prompt cure for cold symptoms and threat to lung health, describing it as the safest remedy for chest and lung issues.
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