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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1885
Page
3
Local page teems with home matters and school notes from Warren area. Weathered items include summer skating prep, a fire incident on Market Street, a parade by Cornplanter Fire Company, charity events byWomen’s Christian Temperance Union, and updates on Union School term and new building relief. Names include J H Kelly, Kelley Weaver, T W McNett, and Watson Hose Company.
Miss Maud Ruhlman returned from Chicago last week. Mrs. O. D. Glenn and daughter, of Mercer, attend the Fair. Mrs. Doc Jenkins and sons arrived home from Neilltown after a long visit. Mr. G. Williams and family reached the Exchange Hotel after an extended East trip. Flora Bell goes to Driftwood to teach. Mrs. J. B. Carver of Clifton attends her ill sister in town. Dr. H. M. Fisher from Akron has returned home after visiting his parents. Miss Libbie King of Warren visited with her sister in Youngsville. D. B. Yerger, E. A. Schofield, and Miss Mary Schofield of Philadelphia visit Mrs. H. G. Eddy. Cyrus Monroe moved from Bear Lake to Wa Keeney Kansas seeking work. Mrs. Mary Crandall of Canasarauga visits her mother. Adam Cameron of Lander gifted the Main force with a basket of apples. Mrs. J. J. Taylor fell ill in church. neuralgia of the heart. G. N. Parmlee left for Waterville New York for his uncle Aaron Stafford’s funeral. Dr. J. Fisher and family of Olean visiting relatives. they visit Sulphur Springs. Dr. Ryan returned from vacation and held Episcopal services. Rev. E. D. Hammond attended the Baptist Oil Creek Association meeting. secretary elected. Twenty-two churches represented. Rev. W. W. Painter to Sharon for M. H. Conference. hoped to be returned to Warren. Hon. W. S. McMullan of Oil City in town. building mills and railroad in Missouri. he is in good health.
Mr E G Wood of Warren was severely hurt last Saturday evening after falling down stairs at his home. A mistaken door entry in dim light led him to slip into a hall, injuring the back of his head with possible skull fracture. The 67 year old man remains unconscious and friends fear the worst.
The annual Warren minstrel appearance graced the Thursday evening crowd on Sept. 10 with a full house. The troupe touted a stronger company and lower prices, claiming a better show than ever. Spectators praised nearly every performer as above average, many rated truly exceptional.
The semi annual convention of the Warren county W C T U will gather in the Presbyterian church Pittsfield on September 22 and 23 with first session at 2 pm Tuesday. Each local union should send two delegates and all temperance supporters are invited. Delegates receive lodging by arrival at the church or via Mrs I A Whitney Pittsfield president. Mrs L D Wermorg president. Mrs J L Granny secretary.
Sugar Grove Fair will be held September 15 to 18. Competition open to all with exhibitors from Chautauqua county. Admission 25 cents. horse and carriage 25 cents. two horses 50 cents. four horse carriage 1 dollar. Ample preparations promise a fine display.
O. H. Hunter & Son advise stocking up on flannels ahead of a forthcoming price rise. They state suppliers have already increased prices by five percent within a week and that they will sell stock accordingly to reflect the rise.
An active and reliable young man or boy is sought as agent to sell the Lock Haven Sunday Express at Warren. Liberal terms offered. For particulars address Kinslee Bros., Lock Haven, Pa.
Borough officers met last night September seventh to review committee reports and finances. Bills paid include police, sewer, lighting, and insurance while licenses for Appleton's Encyclopedia were approved. Park Street and Pine Street matters show favorable progress and a $100 appropriation for Watson Hose Co. is granted. Council adjourned after a lighted lamp loan amid a note about gas issues.
Alexander McWilliams of Glade died aged 72 last Sunday noon after a yearlong cough. Born in Morayshire Scotland in 1816 he came to New York 48 years ago then Warren 41 years ago to work on the Hospital farm. He and his brother John lived on the Glade farm, respected for integrity and hard work.
Miss A N Hanley of 1525 Chestnut Street Philadelphia successor to Miss J A Gray invites patrons to send fur garments for renovation now. She offers samples of new Autumn and Winter goods at market prices and accepts dress orders. Latest London Paris fashions in millinery dress and house furnishing available.
The undersigned express sincere thanks to Irvington residents who on the night of Aug 28 prevented a fire from destroying the burnirs building and stopped it from spreading to the adjacent structure. Especial praise to the many ladies who pumped and carried water. M K Carey H R Dziona Irvington Pa Sept 4 1885.
The Thachers of Youngsville Pa express thanks to friends for sympathy and kindness in the sorrow of losing wife and mother. They wish that as ye have done unto us so may it be done unto you again. Wallacre Thacher and Fawity.
No need to send orders for shirts as O H Hunter and Son offer a full line of Fyghmie Shirts. Unlaundered cost is 1.00 each or 12.00 per dozen, laundried 1.25 each or 15.00 per dozen.
Immense display promised for Warren county annual fair starting Tuesday. Displays cover stock, dairy products, farm and garden goods, fancy work, farm machinery, and more. Excursion rates by three railways, low admission, and multiple family tickets. Highlights include Dode McNett’s dancing hall, Mechanic's Hall with steam power, Floral Hall, and Industrial Hall with merchants and machines. Also dairy, fruit, grains, jellies exhibits, free lemonade, racing, pony and farmer races, balloon ascent, baby show, bicycle club demonstrations, and various church meals.
The Omaha Republican notes two performances of J C Stewarts new comedy The Two Johns at Boyd’s Opera House yesterday and shows large audiences both afternoon and evening. Philip Johns and Peter Johns were well played by Stewart and Murray as the Dromios in a modern Comedy of Errors style full of mistaken identity and lively cross purposes. Audiences showed strong applause and deemed the play a pronounced hit in Omaha.
Knupp Bros blacksmiths announce price cuts at their shop between Eysinger and Siggins livery stables. New horse shoeing price 35 cents instead of 40. All work in proportion, veterinary surgeon on site, enlarged shop to handle more horses, promise to treat customers well, and promote the live and let live principle. Also notes Baxter Mandrake Bitters and Arnica Oil Liniment, and sales on Ginghams and Foulards. Boots and Shoes offered at JaneS Norruropr's to save money.
A natural gas well was struck at Buffalo New York. The Erie Christian conference begins its annual session at Bear Lake on September 10. Chautauqua county reportedly has 90 creameries producing about 400 pounds of butter daily. Red House Iroquois Agricultural Society to hold seventh annual fair September 15 18. Kinzua bridge remains a popular excursion point. Old Clarendon school opens October 5 with J T Shanafelt principal and Miss Ella O'Hearn Warren assistant. Supt T E Grandin of Red stock Steamboat Company received a gold watch and chain. Nypano railroad depot at Columbus burned last Friday with freight and contents losses $1500 insured. Kane's business outlook strong but housing scarce. Democrats in Mercer county back salary payments for officers. Lakewood water level risen twenty seven inches since August 22, overflowed outlet. steamboats unbroken by logs. Sheriff repeatedly visits Warren, detains Mr Plum mer in jail. Sugar Grove hosts 12th annual Union Agricultural Society fair September 15-18. entries open with Samuel Lord secretary. Gas pipes approved for Ridgway Borough with free light and heat to public buildings and 30 street lights. Ridgway to become a gas town in two months. Corry firemen parade a success with 15 companies and 12 bands. Evergreen arches, reception for 700, Chief Frazier’s program executed. Struthers Hose Company and Warren band return home after a “splendid time.”
State notes report a test case on the law prohibiting oleomargarine sale and manufacture to be tried at Harrisburg this week. Also noted are skyline views from Curwensville showing eight counties, the American Pharmaceutical Association meeting in Pittsburgh starting Sept. 8, peppermint distilling in Wayne County, and Pennsylvania tobacco harvest progress in ’85 with about half the crop mounted on poles.
In Pleasant To on September 4 1885 a boy weighing 12 pounds was born to Mrs James Ward.
Several wedding notices listed with dates and locations. Ira W Johnson to Flora L Davis at Fentonville New York on September 7 1885. Jerome Reese to Rose Shuler at Youngsville September 6 1855. J E Houghwot to Ella Sumner at Russell September 1 1885. Erik Johnson to Johanna Karlson at Jamestown August 29 1880s. Earnest Farnsworth to Cora Hinkley at Farnsworth Siding Sheffield September 29 1885.
In Warren on Sept 5 1885 Alonzo L Morrison aged about 50 died at C Dinsmoor Esqs home from consumption. In Buffalo Mary Lee Schoellkopf infant daughter of Louis and Myra Lee Schoellkopf aged 26 days. In Garland Pa on Aug 23 1885 Etta Watt 17 years 2 months 17 days. In Lander Pa Sept 3 1885 Ralph son of C G and Nettie Babcock about 6 months. In Sugar Grove Sept 1 1885 Mrs John A Kinsman aged about 42. In Garland Aug 31 1885 Moore Harrington 26. In Sugar Grove Aug 27 1885 Mrs Clarissa Weld 90 years 4 months 10 days.
Sept 5. Mrs Will Talbot and baby stay with her mother. Miss Hattie Updyke returns from the East. Mr Shaw plans a new paint job for Forest House. Mr Young and ladies Horton Bennett and Evertson begin the graded school term this week. Horton moves to No 3 and Evertson replaces her. Some wonder if Horton will excel in No 3 as with the Primary.
The E A U grows with new members including Eli Barnes as President while Mr Noblit builds a shop at Hover's station and Mr Wainwaring leaves for Sheffield. Miss Hall hosts visitors from Allegheny as schooling under Mr Foepiano and Miss Thorpe excites. Brown family reunion draws 100 relatives to an orchard dinner. Rev Tinker preaches. Addie Deming heads to Edinboro. local sickness and potato rot reported. Spring Creek to be represented at Warren Fair. butter at the Creamery 23 cents. MOSES.
In Tiona on Sept 5, Alfred T. Smith age 22 years 7 months 3 days died after being struck by a log car during a crane mishap near the skidway three miles east of town. His mother’s comfort and community sympathy flow, with funeral services led by Rev. Horton at the E A U Hall at 10 AM.
Sept 7 reports the marriage of Miss Ella M. Sumner of this place to J. E. Houghnot of Dayton NY on Sept 1 at the bride’s home. Relatives and friends attended. gifts included 55 in gold and a plush toilet box from the Young Ladies Sewing Circle. Also notes W W Hodges paints his house, a teachers’ exam, and visits by Wm Hamilton and Rev Hunt.
Aug 28 records small bridges washed away by high water and a river trip for M V Irvine's cats. Dora Cummings returns to Vineland due to her grandmother Mrs L Wright’s illness. Cheston Price leaves Jamestown for school. Mrs C Wright and Glenni Wright visit Jamestown. Hattie Price with her father. Will Stowell visits with four children. Lizzie Tuttle from Youngsville in town. P L Wright travels to Chicago with calves. Dr and Mrs Smith return west with Miss May D. Taft and Kentucky family. Richard Taft ill with cancer. Chautauqua visitors return. Mr Beatty and companion dine at the hotel. O C Messenger plans a river trip with family to illustrate leisure. FAITH.
A series of land and name transfers recorded across Mead, Sugar Grove, Kinzua, Pine Grove, Deerfield, Youngsville, Corydon, and Mead including multistage deeds among Eva P Stewart and heirs, J B Jennings and others, Walter Clark, N Moore, Andrew Brown, Horatio Hailenback, and W C Warner with values ranging from 20 to 10 000 dollars and property types listed as land parcels in various townships.
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