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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1874
Page
3
The Warren area notes grain shipments east via the P & E R R Co. and new local infrastructure. Franklin builds a Baptist church while Corry reports 825 public school pupils. Titusville eyes an agri event next year and rail bridges and depots are under work.
Hon. C B Curtis appoints a cadet for the Erie district with a competitive exam at J W Wetmore's office on the second Tuesday of November the 10th. The top scorer will be recommended and must report at West Point in June next. The call to capable youths is clear.
The Tur Ledger renews its charge that Democrats are bought to back the party ticket. It argues that honest independent Democrats cannot be bought or frightened by abuse and urges readers to wait for vote counts.
Shopping note directs readers to McDaniels and Ronne for collars cuffs bows and neck ties.
A young man gave the names Smith and Morgan and forged a note against Amos Lee of Sheffield and Mr Roman Schnur. He offered it at the Warren Savings Bank. Suspicions arose, the forgery was detected, and he escaped Saturday night by wrenching bars from a lockup window. No trace since.
Tus Ledger defends its correspondence and calls last year’s Freehold letter genuine. It asserts Irish supporters will turn out with a lively group and vows free thinkers will not tolerate pressure or abuse on election day.
Laban Hazeltine opened a new drug store in the Carver House block last Thursday morning. The shop offers a wide stock of drugs medicines and toilet articles at very low cash prices. Hazeltine’s reputation as a careful and faithful druggist is highlighted to attract patrons.
F. A. Cogswell and F. F. Keller open a meat market in Dr. Fisher’s new block today. Frank brings experience and Fred strong business sense as they promise early morning service with tender steak spring chicken lamb or mutton. Call Cogswell & Keller for fresh market offerings.
The Warren Musical Association requests members to meet at their hall Tuesday evening at 7 o clock. Prof Held will conduct the session and a new singing book has been purchased. All members are urged to attend. F Henry President.
Advertising note promotes Swalley's Electric Baking Powder as best in use. Mentions Warren as a selling location and grocers stock the product.
The passage quotes a chorus of critics rallying against a 40 percent rise in borough taxes, arguing that Democrats want benevolent help to pay the bills while Republicans face blame. It portrays inflamed public sentiment and calls for independent voting on fiscal policy.
An 1874 Warren County notice endorses Myron Dunham of Southwest for County Commissioner. The letter praises his integrity and ability and urges voters to place “the right man in the right place” in a pivotal party election context.
Tue Mart criticizes Capt. Taggart for wavering on Local Option while exposing claims his supporters make about his loyalties. The Ledger disputes insinuations and cautions readers about misrepresentation regarding his views on whiskey and local option. An obituary notes Mrs. Mary W. Sergeant, aged 81, formerly of McHenry County, Illinois, died Sept. 15, 1874 at Des Plaines residence of her nephew Elias A. Thomas.
Ledger notes a 288 pound buck slain on the Allegheny River near the area on Thursday last. Old hunters declare it the biggest deer in Warren County. The piece adds a political jab about Dr. Egbert and an election day encounter with Curtis, using deer hunting imagery as metaphor.
Treatrican announces two show nights on the 26th and 30th with the Townsend troupe noted for a strong impression. The Parker Transcript praises their Richard III performance, comparing favorably to noted actors and commending the ensemble.
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