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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1915
Page
7
Army and Navy Journal reports a new "soldier’s vanity box" pouch by Captain James D. Taylor for adhesive plaster and powder to treat sore feet. Issued to duty sergeants and squad leaders, it fits the haversack area and aids on the march, easing delays in treatment.
An order effective Sept 1 doubles the insurance limit for parcel post to $100 from $50, affecting fourth class mail. The Detroit Free Press quotes a tense exchange about anger and estrangement.
In a New York Sun exchange Diggs argues Higgs Crooke is a lawyer known for caution rather than crossing lines, prompting debates over his criminal status or conduct.
Quote attributed to J. G. Holland notes that God supplies food to every bird but leaves the nest-building to the birds themselves. The line emphasizes self-reliance and divine provision guiding natural behavior.
The administrator announcesLetters Testamentary on the estate of Kenry A Booth late of War ren Warren County Pa deceased granted to the undersigned. Creditors and debtors must settle promptly and claims must be presented to A Edward Booth executor 304 Fourth Ave Warren Pa through attorney A G Eldred Aug 12 61.
Letters of Administration on the Estate of Albert P. Wright of Freehold Township Warren County Pa. granted to T. L. Hampson the Administrator. Immediate payment requested. Warren Pa Aug 16 1915.
Notice that Elsie Davis as administratrix of the estate of Loderma Davis late of Sugar Grove Warren County Pa deceased has been granted. Creditors must pay promptly and file claims with proper authentication for settlement. August 25 1915.
A. C. Mook declares candidacy for County Commissioner subject to Republican primaries in September 1915 urging support from voters.
W D Ward of Glade Township announces candidacy for County Commissioner subject to the Republican primaries to be held in September 1915. Support from Republicans encouraged.
A provisional notice states the author declares candidacy as a can missioner subject to the Washington Party primaries. The person is listed with address Adv. a E. C. Swanson in Youngsville, Pennsylvania.
County official subject to Washington D Y RADSPINNER Warren Pa noted with partial text readout. Authorities reference a position or appointment and related procedural steps. Further readable lines are insufficient to specify names or deadlines.
County auditor candidate Hartley runs in the Washington Party primaries to be held in September 1915. Support noted as R. S. Hartley.
The article reports ongoing eastern front activity with heavy artillery on the Western Front. German forces press toward Riga and Vilna. Grodno fortifications fall to Germans. Russian positions evacuated near Nemen. The Hesperian torpedoed near Fastnet with 20 injured. no deaths.
A pet monkey escaped its cage during a carnival in Shenandoah Pennsylvania on September 8 and mauled 14 year old Adolph Starowsky injuring his face and hands. Several women and children were also dangerously hurt in the ensuing stampede as the animal was beaten off.
Efrem Zimbalist Russian violinist husband of Alma Gluck escaped serious injury after his car overturned near Lake George. A severe flesh wound on his right middle finger ended the crash, while a telegraph pole halted the vehicle saving him from crushing death. His companion Archibald of the Lake George bank suffered two broken ribs.
Wheat closing futures for September at 1.015 percent. Butter creamery extras 27 to 28e. Eggs and quality 25 32 cents. Potatoes Long Island per barrel 1.225 to 1.65. Salt gathered white aggregate to size.
Buffalo market listing shows winter wheat No 2 red at 1.08 corn No 2 yellow 854%4c No 3 yellow 5140 oats No 3 white 36%4c No 4 white 35c flour fancy blended patent per lb 6.75 7.00 winter family 6.59 6.75 cheese daisies per lb 15c fancy flats 15c fair to good do 14 14c butter creamer y extra prints 29c do choice 25 26c dressed poultry fowl fancy do fair to good 15 16c 17 18c proilers per lb 21 22c old roosters 12 18c white 31 32c eggs hennery potatoes No 1 per bbl 1.70 1.75 home grown per bu 30 60c
East Buffalo Livestock Market lists cattle with prime steers 9.25 to 9.50 and shipping steers 8.40 to 9.15, choice cows 6.50 to 7.00, years 11.00 to 11.50, and fair to good 10.00 to 10.75. Sheep and lambs show choice spring lambs at 9.25 and clipped mixed sheep 6.00 to 6.25. Hogs report light Yorkers at 8.49 to 8.50 and 7.75 to 8.00.
Hay prices at Buffalo on track with No 1 tim ing and No 2 tim ing listed. No 3 dollars range from 14 to 16 dollars for fancy light and mixed hay. No 1 mixed at 19 dollars and No 2 mixed at 16 dollars.
A New York animal pawnshop takes pets and exotic beasts for loans with no interest, just care charges. A dog pawned for twenty dollars later escaped by unlocking doors, while a famous animal trainer runs the shop that houses camels, lions, elephants, bears, and more.
Four girls learn from a Sherlock Holmes like observer that a wealthy party guest was once poor. The teller notes the guest’s precise knowledge of where household items are kept, proving her past poverty and adept housekeeping.
A biographical note describes Sir Robert W. Perks rising early to study law at a firm. He drew up a strict rule never to sleep past five and invented a clever alarm: a water-filled tube balanced above his head would dump if he stayed in bed. The contraption rang a bell and forced him upright or faced a splash.
Richard Bagot in Italians of Today praises Italian soldiers for their high character. He notes it is rare to see a drunken or misbehaving Italian soldier in public, and misdeeds would trigger strict regimental discipline and rough treatment from comrades.
In a playful exchange a daughter asks what overdrawn means and a father explains that checks exceeded the account by 13 dollars. He jokes that banks must hold thousands, reflecting a humorous view of finances from the Detroit Free Press.
A tailor demands payment for a suit made two years ago from a young man who claims the garment is out of fashion and refuses to settle. The exchange centers on price and style relevance in a humorous local vignette.
Daily quip from the Louisville Courier-Journal notes casual gossip about a woman and her husband with humorous speculation that she has merely misplaced him. The remark reflects light social humor rather than a reported event.
A Houston Post brief describes a pedestrian accident where a man was struck after stopping to read a 'Safety First' sign. The incident highlights dangers of distractions near roadways and raises questions about traffic safety awareness.
Daisy summer fashion advice urges readying dainty negligees before extreme heat. It highlights fabrics like lace net chiffon crepe and china silks, favors a short matinee silhouette, and profiles a home sewn design with lace borders orchid ribbon and a sun bonnet style cap.
A letter to H. Adding ton Bruce via Dr A H of Pennsylvania recounts how the eye can perceive danger beyond conscious awareness. The tale describes a man walking over weeds and nearly stepping on an adder, then retracing to discover the threat, illustrating automatic perception from childhood barefoot experiences.
A mother overhears a nurse scaring a child with a bear under the bed tale. The nurse is shocked when the mistress reveals the same cruel story was used, then dismisses the nurse to kitchen duty after the frightened child night has passed.
Summer neckwear thrives with coat suits as a trend driver. Hand embroidery adds value, with organdie collars and simple designs on white organdie or colored threads. When time is short, machine embroidery can be used as a base to enhance plain collars.
Handsome and dignified wedding invitations and announcements offered at moderate prices. Write for prices and samples. Mail Printing Co. 229 Penn Ave West.
Italian criminologist Cesare Lombroso recounts covering proofs for Delinquent Man when a jealous fiancée stabbing case revealed the accused man as the proofreader. The man begged Lombroso to hide his name, became pale and menacing, and Lombroso feared a self harm or homicide threat. Lombroso tore up pages and omitted the tale in several editions.
The piece notes that April thunder is viewed as beneficial in Europe. In Devonshire and other English counties it signals preparation for a plentiful apple crop. The French see April thunder as a sign of strong yields in vineyards and cornfields.
A Kansas City Journal item notes debates on Shakespeare’s authorship versus military heroes. A highbrow observer calls literary achievement a tribute to peaceful arts while a lowbrow critic suggests new arrivals want to question Shakespeare’s authorship.
A brief notice promotes subscribing to the Warren Mail at $1.00 per year in advance, urging readers to join for regular delivery and access to local news from the Warren area.
Advertising copy offers printing of names and addresses on 100 envelopes plus delivery for 50 cents cash with order. Mail Printing Co. in Warren, Pa promotes affordable personalized envelope printing service.
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