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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1905
Page
4
A letter praises a state law prohibiting cigarette sales to boys under sixteen and calls for a similar ban on yellowback novels for minors. The writer argues such measures would raise literary standards in schools and notes newspapers often publish questionable yellow journalism, but asserts THE MAIL’s readers would reject any shift toward yellow content.
An editorial from the Oil City Derrick condemns usage of the Lincoln name by contemporary Lincoln party supporters. It argues true Lincoln Republicans were those who stood with Lincoln in the Civil War era and deserve to be labeled by classic Republican leaders like Grant McKinley or Roosevelt.
The Republican State Committee reports a solid state treasury and no loss of public funds. The pamphlet defends GOP management and urges voters to avoid changes urged by critics and discredited office seekers. Oil City Derrick cautions Castles Berry Emerys to consider this view.
The New York City Railway Company reports a nearly $600000 drop in gross earnings last year due to a hard winter. December through February had over 54 inches of snow, far above the prior year's levels, showing snowstorms cost the surface lines greatly.
The Fredonia National bank faces exposure after alleged aid to a so called Mexican lottery and ownership of $5,000 in shares. Indictment of cashier Frederick R. Green aligns with ongoing disclosures in the case while Sweden’s riksdag ratifies the Karlstad agreement separating Norway, signaling a diplomatic end to the controversy.
The article notes mild weather, freight blockades, and higher money rates. It cites rising mercantile activity, anticipated unprecedented holiday trade, and fully occupied manufacturers. Crop prospects remain favorable, exports may improve, while October indicated continued economic buoyancy amid mixed railway and failure data.
Spencer Eddy announced to the Foreign Office that the Emperor of Japan ratified the Russo Japanese peace treaty last Saturday. The French Minister in Tokyo relayed Emperor Nicholas’s signature to the Japanese government. President Roosevelt was first notified by the Russian government of Nicholas’s ratification. Additional commentary criticizes Pennsylvania fire insurers for high premiums and asks for city signage along rail lines to advertise local history and industry.
Kansas reports its annual corn crop value at 75 million dollars while concerns linger over a few million dollars tied to oil. Analysts note the oil issue may affect farm revenue through prices, shipping costs, and market volatility, prompting ongoing attention from growers and policymakers.
The Mexican Light and Power Company develops energy from Tenango and Necaxa rivers in central Mexico. It highlights the 171 mile transmission from Necaxa Falls to El Oro and Mexico City, with waterfalls and a 3000 foot total drop over three miles fueling large generators.
Frank C. Lycett, 25, of Norwalk, shot himself four times after a two week marriage to Mabel Keeler, 20, in Port Chester. The couple had lived at the bride’s home in South Norwalk. friends say he adored his wife and believed she was an angel, a delusion that led to the suicide. The bride is prostrate.
In the October issue of Lippincott's Philadelphia authors Edward Childs Carpenter and Caroline Lockhart contribute stories. Carpenter presents The Grafting of Abigail a balloon ascent tale while Lockhart writes His Own Medicine a lively Western episode focusing on Suzette.
Tax Collector candidate notices from R. H. Winger and William McCray announce intentions to seek office in Warren Borough, pending Republican primary decisions. The notices are short affidavits of candidacy.
Notice of dissolution for the Joy and McCoy partnership of H S Joy and Isaac McCoy in Kinzua Township Warren County Pennsylvania. The firm dissolved October 7 1905 by mutual consent with debt responsibility split: Joy to pay debts contracted by him and McCoy to pay debts contracted by him.
Warren Pennsylvania September 23 1905 Lizzie Root administratrix of the estate announces gazette notice of settlement and final accounting with date 9 28 61 in accordance with court orders and local statutes.
A struggling stray dog endures hunger and cold as it seeks shelter and kindness. The article also notes the arrest of three Mexican editors in St Louis over a claimed revolutionary plot against President Diaz and praises Diaz era Mexico. Cable lines expand trans Atlantic capacity with a new route from Nova Scotia to Ireland. Trainmen discuss Lippincott magazine’s feature on Jen of Culver's Jump.
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