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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1897
Page
2
The MaIl urges Warren county Republicans to vote the straight Republican ticket this fall. It praises the party nominees as honest and capable officials and attacks independent candidate Peck and Democrat Backus as bolters. It calls for unity and turnout to defeat bolting and ensure party loyalty at the polls next month.
The text recalls a 19th century free silver push claiming currency shortages and unlimited coinage as a remedy. It notes voters did not adopt free coinage, yet the country’s circulation rose by about $100 million in a year, wheat prices climbed to one dollar, mortgages were paid down, employment rose, and only factory smoke hinted at gloom.
The Harrisburg capitol panel remains split and Gov Hastings declines to act while several disappointed architects sue the commission. State Treasurer Haywood remains hopeful the group can meet today to choose a plan and begin building preparations. Half a year wasted in petty bickering.
The Philadelphia merchant Mr Wanamaker says business is improving and forecasts a spell of good times, noting others have seen signals for months. He delays joining the early chorus but finally concedes improvement.
The Postoffice Department’s annual report reveals a deficit of 11.4 million dollars, three million more than last year. It urges that all mail matter be prepaid in full going forward as postmasters fail to collect due postage on inadequately prepaid items.
George M. Pullman the sleeping car magnate died in Chicago last Tuesday. Born in Chautauqua County New York he began as an industrious mechanic and built a fortune from the sleeping car. His wealth became his idol while his paper the Sun keeps only brief notices of his death. The piece notes editorial reactions to wage shifts by employers and comments on the fate of calamity howlers.
A political piece argues the best way to be a good Republican is to vote the party ticket straight, praising the men on the ticket as first-class in every respect.
Former Iowa governor Boies says the free silver issue is dead, declaring it buried last November beyond resurrection.
The death of Charles A. Dana last Sunday marks the loss of the New York Sun editor and manager aged 78. He shaped a great newspaper with practical genius and fresh ideas, leaving a lasting public monument in the Sun. His funeral on Oct. 20 was quiet and simple. Admiral John L. Worden, age 80, also died after a long Washington life, renowned for commanding the Monitor in the Civil War and for a long naval career.
The Chickamauga Chattanooga battlefield survivors from Pennsylvania honor their troops with monument dedications at Military Park on November 15. Gov. Hastings and staff attend with about 2,000 survivors present. Transport vouchers total 1,500 applications for free state transport. Gen. Robinson will preside and Col. Blakely will deliver the address. Fifteen monuments to be dedicated at their battle positions.
The Philadelphia Inquirer calls for constant vigilance by Republicans in Pennsylvania to prevent Democratic gains. It argues the party must not be apathetic, keep the commonwealth as a banner state, and show by action they mean business against a ready enemy.
The article notes the 276th anniversary of the Plymouth feast with Miles Standish and Priscilla at the table. Indians and whites shared at the woods tables as roast turkey and seafood delights were enjoyed. The November Ladies' Home Journal will feature portraits of the Pilgrim fathers.
In a critique of church press coverage, Dr. Swallow once a Methodist elder receives no mentions in the church papers once he edits. The Christian Advocate omits his bid and praises Republican candidate Bea com as the son of a Methodist preacher and an upright man.
A returned Klondike miner predicts at least 1,000 people will try to leave Dawson City this fall. He says many will be glad to come away alive though empty handed. He estimates only one in five hundred at the front may strike it rich. the rest face hard work and a bare living.
Official figures put Ireland's population at 4 560 378 last year with births 31 941 higher than deaths while emigration reached 38 995. Most emigrants were in their prime. Poor crops this year threaten further decline in population.
An off year message urges Republicans to persist in backing protection and sound money, arguing victory requires opponents to abandon their stance. It encourages readers to vote the straight Republican ticket and persuade neighbors to do likewise.
Corton again leads U S exports for four years, contributing over a quarter of total export value in the year ending June 30 1897.
At Buffalo Bishop Newman urged clergymen not to scold congregations from the sacred desk saying it is not brave to scold when people cannot respond. The preacher’s remarks sparked agreement among supporters.
The Democratic New York Journal reports rising domestic manufacturing momentum and a flood of railroad traffic as gold moves toward New York. The article notes rail lines blocked by heavy business along the entire system.
The piece notes Helena Montana's first snowfall of the season with 39 inches. Rome New York begins beet sugar production targeting about 10 tons daily. It also mentions Chicago and Springfield concerns, a push to restore the Lincoln monument, marriage licenses, and a Postmaster General order restricting clerks from soliciting gifts or selling tickets.
The Pittsburg Times criticizes banker Wm. R. Thompson accusing him of mudslinging in politics. It portrays him as self serving and opposed to honest toil, urging Pennsylvanians to reject his reformist claims and question his integrity. The piece contrasts him with Benjamin Harrison and labels him a dangerous opportunist.
In Warren on October 15 the Democrat outlook favors John S. Backus with full Democratic votes. Mr. Peck plans to siphon enough Republican votes to defeat Fuellhart, aiming to have Peck pull the GOP line while Backus wins.
Judge Simonton determines the Pennsylvania Capitol Building Commission is not bound by expert opinions and cannot delegate powers. The commission must complete a new Capitol building under an act that sets a $550,000 ceiling and requires a colonial style architect.
Money on call 2 2 percent. Prime mercantile paper 4 4 percent. Sterling exchange actual business in bankers' bills at 4.844 cents for demand and 4.824 for 60 days. Posted rates 4.829 and 5.84. Commercial bills 4.81. Bar silver 58.34 cents. Mexican dollars 44.340. Silver certificates 8.60.
Reports describe prison release and a stabbing in Philadelphia, a St. Louis arsonist at large, Camden murder by thieves, and a Philadelphia guard resigning. Other items note train robbery near Austin, a New York suicide, a supreme court retirement, a 100th birthday, cyclones in New Jersey, yellow fever in Houston and New Orleans, a wheat export plan, and various local incidents from Paterson to Chicago.
In Windsor Nova Scotia a massive fire leaves the historic town destroyed and thousands homeless. Reports put damage at extensive levels with 68 000 000 in estimated losses and many residents displaced.
Articles urge readers to check kidney health by 24 hour urine sediment and describe symptoms like back pain and frequent urination. Advertising copy promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and bladder issues with sample offer by mail from Kilmer Co. Binghanton NY.
Sheriff D M Howard of Warren County issues the official notice for a general election. The proclamation lists elected officers and nominees, designates polling places, and notes eligibility rules for election staff. The Democratic ticket appears with candidates including James Beacom Levi McCauley John Fuellhart Frank Knapp and W D McLaren.
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