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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1883
Page
2
The Philadelphia Times denounces the Democratic bills as fruitless and costly. It argues Republicans rightly refused to concur and asserts Democrats should adjourn or face public wrath as tax payers push back against what it calls wasteful governance.
Reports vary on Collector Spaulding's itinerary. He expects to reach Chicago this week Tuesday and stay till Thursday with a reception on Wednesday. Other accounts place him at the Yellowstone river on August 31 enjoying the scenery before returning home.
The Denver Tribune notes rumors of Stephen W. Dorsey’s insanity have circulated for days. It cites a train overpass during a Denver stop and his later publication of private letters in the N Y Sun as signs of mental trouble.
The statement lists per diem for the extra session: 250 senators and members $2510, clerks officers employes and pages $419, contingent expenses both houses $62, Legislative Record $42, other printing and stationery $22, mileage in lieu of stationery $24, gas and incidentals $17, total per diem $3076. Aggregate to date for eighty one days is $250,876.
An 1880s digest notes militia totals from past wars and 61,362 Union deaths in this war, with 190,105 deser tions, and discusses Dorsey’s private Garfield and Blaine letters, Indiana campaign corruption claims, Massachusetts politics, and current events including Slade-Mitchell fight, Nutt trial, Vera play, and Foraker as a potential Republican presidential candidate.
The Tribune urges supporting the home paper as a best weekly educator and chronicler of local life. It praises community news, merchants, and personal notices, comparing a town paper to a church and urging readers to invest in and share the local press.
The large crowd at Long Branch Monmouth Park saw Derby winner Iroquois finish fifth behind Drake Center, Monitor, Geo Kinney, and Bole in the close of the season race on August 25. The defeat follows a prior third place earlier in the meet, prompting debate over riding and form.
Both chambers adopted tributes to Judge Black. Speaker Faunce read a joint action from the Senate and House praising the late Jeremiah B. Black and conveying his widow and children gratitude for the graceful, exceptional memorial.
A letter from Levi W. Hoxte of Carroll New York dated August 25 1883 complains that disabled soldiers are paid too much pension. He served as private in Company G 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers three years and two months contracting lung disease and rheumatism. He has used crutches over nine years and received a pension of four dollars per month since last May.
U S Census Office correspondence from August 6 1883 provides partial data on mineral outputs for Michigan and Pennsylvania. It lists bituminous coal anthracite coal copper ore iron ore and their values and tons for each state with figures such as 100 500 tons of bituminous coal and 28 612 595 tons of anthracite coal and copper ingot value cited. The note ends with a quip about lawyers and judges drinking capacity in Kansas City.
A note highlights trying the imported cigars available at the drug store of L G Noyes. The item promotes a selection likely aimed at discerning customers. No additional details provided.
A collage of notes covers debt reductions, postage, and politics withMartin Luther’s 400th anniversary, Post Office surpluses, new 4 cent stamps, and vivid glimpses of public figures. Also mentioned are Saddle Rock oysters, the Maid of the Mist, Java’s volcanic disaster with thousands dead, and a Vandalia Illinois duel ending in a teacher's death and a sheriff’s pursuit.
A new history of sea fights titled Naval Battles Ancient and Modern is reviewed. Written by Medical Director Shippen of the U S Navy, the work covers famed battles from Salamis to the Nile and Arg mane. The publishers J C McCurdy Co offer a low priced, illustrated volume with concise history and broad availability.
The autobiography by Thurlow Weed and a memoir by his grandson Thurlow Weed Barnes are issued as two volumes. The work traces Weed from poverty to influence with U S leaders and calls the life a near inside history of major 19th century events. Published by Houghton Mifflin & Co New York arranged for Warren sales by subscription via Mrs Seaman.
An affordable ointment by Dr. Frazier’s Magic Ointment claims to cure pimples blemishes eruptions and itchy conditions. It promises clear healthy skin and also treats sores ulcers and other ailments. Sold by druggists and by mail for 50 cents. Noyes in Warren PA lists as seller.
The Republican Senate argues for immediate adjournment over apportionment while blaming the Democratic House and governor for an endless special session. Senator Stewart asserts the mandate to end the stalemate, condemns executive coercion, and cites costs of over 200000 in a fruitless session drawing public scrutiny.
Sugar Grove Fair dates Sept 1 12 13 noted. Williamsport reports a $600000 lumber yard fire Aug 27. Clarion bank name changed to Second National bank. Lancaster boasts two giant sunflowers 48 and 49 inches. A Columbia jeweler’s clock runs a year and 35 days on one winding. Tegatta prizes total $2000 for Pittsburgh event Sept 25 26 with Hanlan among entrants. G A R encampment at Gettysburg praised. 371 posts 30500 members in state. Bellefonte chosen for next summer meeting.
Notice lists a 120 acre farm with 300 apple trees house and barn near a large town plus 150 acre Warren Co property with 20 cleared acres house barn orchard and a mill equipment including a steam saw mill stave and heading works and a 24 inch planer and matcher asking 1200 for the stock and requesting particulars from Warren Hotel Warren Pa. Administrator's Notice for Asa Smith estate Sugar Grove Warren Co deceased announces letters of administration granted and calls for debt repayments and claims to be presented for settlement.
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