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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1899
Page
2
For state treasurer James E. Barnett of Washington. For district attorney Charles A. Peterson of Warren. For register and recorder Charles D. Crandall of Warren. For county commissioners W. J. Mead of Youngsville. John F. Rounce of Warren.
Lipton praises the Shamrock as the fastest British boat while Columbia defender trials impress with speed. The question remains if Columbia can outpace Shamrock in the upcoming challenge. Bryan faces scrutiny over financial backing from a silver trust during his campaigns and travels.
The Western Spirit editor Paola Kane urges the Kansas Legislature to ban bell clanging. He argues work starts on time without bells and that reliance on bells shows weak devotion, claiming religion cannot be saved if a hired hand pulls a rope to summon worship on Sundays.
State papers discuss that all three Republican nominees are sons of ministers. Retiring state treasurer James S. Beacom is also a minister's son. In the Tenth regiment under Barnett, preacher sons were notably prominent.
The Democrats in Ohio nominated John R. McLean a Washington based gas magnate for governor. The platform denounces trusts and monopolies, and the article predicts McLean will suffer a historic defeat as Republicans prepare to back President McKinley with united support.
Labor groups in Chicago may ask Admiral Dewey to refrain from attending the fall festival if contractors resist having the cornerstone cut by union labor. A letter or a visiting committee could prompt the request, as unions argue they cannot share contractors’ burdens.
Admiral Dewey is nearing New York harbor with expected arrival around the 28th instant. He arrived at Gibraltar last Monday in good health, exchanged salutes, and shook hands with the American minister and British governor. His flagship Olympia is set to sail September 11 for New York.
General Buckner criticizes Goebel as not a Democrat and says he would be anything for power. Ex Congressman Owens calls Goebel a conscienceless creature as Kentucky politics are described with sharp partisan tension.
The Tenth Regiment of Pennsylvania was transported from San Francisco to Chicago at a cost of $30,851. From Chicago to Pittsburgh, the Keystone State's troops traveled free, with the Pennsylvania Railroad handling all arrangements at no charge. The piece praises the railroad’s service.
The New England Farmer tests postal card voting on the question should the United States withdraw from the Philippines and reports a clear majority against the proposition. The article notes little surrender sentiment in the actual tally.
A Brooklyn to St Louis telephone chat last week ran over fifty hours and cost the participants more than 3000 dollars. The piece notes that talk is not cheap when communications span such distances.
Officials urge young men who voted on age last fall to be assessed, registered, and pay state or county tax at least thirty days before the election. The reminder emphasizes timely compliance to avoid disqualification.
The cider mill has again been put into operation, signaling continued local economic activity and prosperity for the community.
A historical speech extols fallen soldiers who gave their lives for country. It honors colonels and comrades, recalls courage in Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines, and condemns insurgents while pledging continued support for American sovereignty and efforts to establish peace and development in the islands.
The Nashville American and other Southern papers call for vigorous war prosecution as U S forces battle in Luzon. Secretary Wilson notes West support for expansion, while rhetoric spans East to South and Massachusetts hosts anti imperialists yet contributes many soldiers to the Philippines.
The president outlines a policy of peace with charity, upholding a government of law under the Stars and Stripes. He pledges to suppress the Aguinaldo revolt at all costs and favors a United States flag governed Philippines. The speech signals a firm U S stance and resolve.
Gov Stone states the agricultural department will enforce the oleo law with all efforts. A test case is pending as the state's legal representative expects the law to be sustained. He says the law aims to prevent false pretense by requiring oleo be sold for what it is, not misrepresented as butter.
Joe Wheeler says the climate of the Philippines is good yet he favors climates where fighting occurs. The remark ties him to war context and suggests preference for active conflict areas.
The report notes rising bank deposits in New Hampshire and strong export gains under the Dingley tariff, with a half-year comparison to the Wilson law. It cites state treasurer Beacom denying school-warrant withholding and paying districts. It adds praise for renewed cotton mill health in New England, attributing gains to Republican protection and higher dividends.
The Commissioner's pension report for the year ended June 30 1899 notes offices at Pittsburg and Buffalo to be closed and moved to Philadelphia and New York City. It lists 991 519 total pensioners, with Ohio leading in numbers and Great totals paid, plus breakdowns by wars and categories.
The Dry Goods Economist notes Treasury statistics show handkerchief imports at 1.6 million dollars for the year ending June 30. South American Piura cotton, used for underwear, totals 1.5 million pounds. Cotton cloth climbs to 52 million square yards, led by Britain, up eight million from the prior year. Embroideries and laces total 14.5 million, furs 5.2 million, kid gloves 17.6 million, raw silk and related goods 32.4 million, velvets and plushes 1.5 million, with wool stocks resulting in lower wool imports than 1898. Woolen cloth imports reach 4 million yards, knit fabrics 626 thousand dollars, and woollen yarns 173 thousand pounds.
Cincinnati editor Murat Halstead defended his view on Otis and the army amid a noisy audience debate. He called traitors those who favored retreat or capture of the forces, and was escorted from the hall with chairs overturned and threats shouted but no blows struck.
Harrisburg letter notes Lt Col James E Barnett of the Tenth Pennsylvania faced strong veteran support after return from the Philippines. McKinley’s Pittsburg speech praised the regiment and suggested a Medal of Honor for its members. Soldiers in western Pennsylvania urge Barnett’s solo campaign with patriotic tours and Barnett battalions forming across districts.
A sensational patent remedy claim for a stomach weakness cure by a tonic sold in Warren Pennsylvania. The ad promises complete relief and assures a first dose payment with no failure and safe use. Hertzel and Saner, Warren druggists, are named sellers.
A sweeping weekly summary reports the Santo Domingo revolution triumph in favor of Figueroa, Kruger refusing to yield to Transvaal demands, Aguinaldo pressing attacks on American troops in Imus, and global bubonic plague updates in Oporto. It notes battleship Alabama trials, Dreyfus court actions, elections and political shifts in Ohio Maine and Newfoundland, fires in Kingston and Yokohama, and notable deaths including Baron Grant and The Lake Shore News editor William Thomas.
Money on call 3 5 percent. Sterling, bankers’ bills at 4.86 for demand and 4.83 to 4.88 for sixty days. Produce: flour ranges, rye, cornmeal, oats, barley, and other grains with mixed western prices. PORK, butter, cheese, and eggs quoted across state and western markets with varying grade distinctions.
Wheat No 1 hard none No 1 northern 7 1 2 c Winter wheat No 2 red 73 c Corn No 2 yellow 87 c No 3 yellow 70 c Oats No 2 white 25 c No 3 mixed 2 c Flour Spring wheat best patent $4.25 4.50 low grades 2 00 2 60 Butter State and creamery 21 22 c Western 20 21c Cheese Fancy full cream 10 11 4 c choice 9 9 1 2 c Skims 5 6 c Eggs State 15 4 12 c Western 15 6 g Ignore Lava Dust.
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