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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1889
Page
2
A 60 year old Black man in Lafayette is whipped by whites and told to leave. He resists and shoots when masked intruders break his door, killing a white attacker. The man and his young daughter are then killed, while officials in Louisiana and Mississippi fail to act, exposing deep justice failures in the republic.
Geo. Jones was expected to lead a crowd at the Cincinnati convention last week but came alone. Twenty four other men joined him seeking more money for the nation’s business. They claim to want more currency, yet echo Ed Reynolds of Quaker Hill that money exists but is not in the right hands.
Reports recall Johnstown Williamsport and Lock Haven struck by storms and floods. Now the Atlantic coast faces great damage from tides. Sailors at sea will soon add to peril by sea and land as the storm king rules.
Excerpts praise county picks for coroner and trustee Warren Academy. The piece urges large support for the full ticket. It references Bill Scott’s horse earning $56,000 at Long Branch and speculates on a congressional bid. It also mentions Boston Sullivan planning a run for Congress on his M.
Con E M Hows a leading Virginia Democrat writes a long letter detailing his reasons for leaving the party and joining the Republicans led by Gen Mahone. His influence in the region is noted as a potential aid in the canvass.
A commentary claims the elusive Jack the Ripper is everywhere in steam laundry traces across the country. It suggests checking washing for clues to prove the claim.
A debate targets the Johnstown committee over alleged bias at the Tax Democratic State Convention. The issue centers on the secretary’s heavy involvement in management and party alignment.
The Legislative Committee of West Virginia declares Fleming a Democrat elected and Goff a Republican defeated. They said this is the outcome for which they were appointed.
The state campaign remains sharply drawn with Democrats emphasizing their cause and Republicans pairing their platform with their candidate. Voters watch closely as both sides frame issues and mobilize support ahead of the vote.
The article argues for relocating Gen. Grant's remains from the Hudson River area to Arlington National Cemetery in Washington. It notes Mrs. Grant's possible consent and emphasizes Arlington as a fitting tomb for the Nation's hero, alongside Sheridan, with a monument commemorating his leadership and graves of unknown soldiers.
Sunset Cox died in New York on the tenth of the month. For forty years he was prominent in politics as a congressman from Ohio and New York, minister abroad, and a famed orator and writer. He earned fame as a journalist with the Sunset nickname and was known for his humor and wit.
Boston figure Slugger Sullivan declares he may run as a Democratic candidate for Congress, citing party loyalty and broad support in Boston. He claims experience and public speaking ability will help him win a seat and serve his constituents.
Last week in Baltimore the September exposition opened with a four and a half hour monster industrial parade seen by about 250000 people. The President and Cabinet attended a grand reception at City Hall where 8000 shook hands. The event sparked strong local and state pride amid celebratory crowds.
Supt. Grier submitted his report to Gov. Beaver detailing annual printing expenditures. The total for the year amounts to $332 659 38, including $256 037 54 for printing public documents and $76 621 84 for paper and supplies. The third book costs $9 985 and printing for Constitutional amendments $7 719, with the whole extraordinary printing cost totaling $150 188.
Rain disrupted Gettysburg parade for veterans. 18,000 visitors arrived by train straining town capacity. Gov. Beaver accepted monuments and turned them over to the Battle Field Association. Hon Edward Mc Pherson gave an address.
Tory says Mr Moody should establish a theological school in Chicago as advised by Judge Scofield. The minister who failed in an office is urged to “get religion” for Chicago’s salvation, seen as the sole remedy.
Leon Abbett was nominated again by the Democracy last week. The piece warns that Abbott could block the presidential path, contrasting with Cleveland and Hill in a political totem.
The speaker touts a reduction of more than $1,000,000 in state debt per year and an increase of $500,000 in public school funding along with several new state buildings, arguing this is good government.
A gritty note claims Johnstown has 51 liquor saloons in the midst of talk of a full killing order and a precautionary flood response. The dispatch hints at deliberate policy tension between control measures and local vice.
Ohio Democrats anticipate a strong push this year as the party aligns with Foraker era expectations, signaling a notable shift in political strategy and potential gains.
The column surveys political tempests and local jolts from 1889, noting Squalls over pensions with Commissioner Tanner resigning and President Harrison accepting his withdrawal. It cites gasps over storms on the Atlantic coast, London strikes, and Stanley's Zanzibar march, with calls for burying wires in New York.
The Tionesta Republican praises the Warren Fair held across the river with a wire suspension bridge access. The grounds include a half mile track, grand stand, band stand, and animal pens plus halls for field and garden exhibits. Attendance reached about 15 000 on Thursday and locals from Forest County enjoyed a decorous, successful event.
The clipping cites Ben Butler writing a history of the U S Capt Armes who tried to pull Gov Beaver s nose is insane Secretary Windom cites July August 1889 debt reduction and interest savings a ten thousand brakemen petition for automatic couplers backed by public sympathy Michigan law bans non abstainers from railroad work with 500 fine per offense Congress Cox death noted and his planned speech at the Judge Stricker Association Wheat crop estimate 550 million with 50 million excesses over prior forecasts Pittsburg Times iron prices rise noted Women s suffrage gains in several states and cautions about mobs and race tensions Creedmoor inter state match shooting results with Massachusetts leading in both matches
The twenty fifth annual convention of the Pennsylvania State Sabbath School Association will be held in Williamsport on October 8 9 and 10. An excellent program is planned and delegates from each county may elect six representatives.
The advertisement claims headache biliousness and liver troubles are promptly cured by Ayer's Cathartic Pills. It asserts the remedy is equally safe for young or old with no mention of side effects.
New York City physician at the Carver House Warren advertises magnetic treatment for consumption paralysis nervous debility Brights disease claims cures for incurable cases and invites skeptical patients to contact prominent references for verification Consultation is free with daily hours 9 to 12 and 1 to 4.
Corydon, population about 500 on the Allegheny river, is 20 miles from Warren and Jamestown with rail service and major lumber freight. The note praises local businesses, churches, and a Methodist school, urges kindness to visitors, and calls for a flouring mill and broader manufacturing. Deborah signs off.
The Warren school's Academic Department draws county support from abroad with promising young men and women invited to strengthen both the economy and intellect of local students. A prospective opportunity for an enterprising young lady awaits in the hands of the Superintendent of Schools. The ad endorses Ayer's Pills as a remedy for liver derangements, claiming thorough relief without harm.
Local ad offers Do mestic and Wilson sewing machines at cheap cash or easy payment terms. Call or visit office and residence at 112 East Water street Warren Pa to compare prices before buying elsewhere. F A Coaswe Lt Warren Pa
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