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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1889
Page
2
The Ledger supports the public, while The Mirror, The Mat, and The Arrow stay silent. Debate centers on funding 70 to 100 thousand dollars for new Water Works versus leveraging the existing Water Co. to avoid heavy local taxation. The Ledger warns against overreach and urges attention to the people’s interests.
An editorial endorses Hon. C. W. Stone for governor, noting local pride in his potential candidacy. It states the announcement lacks Stone’s authority but aligns with regional desire for representation, praising his honesty and readiness to campaign if friends push for nomination.
Gen Goff of West Virginia declares he is not a Cabinet candidate and will either be Governor or a private citizen. He continues his costly campaign to lead the Republican party in the state, keeping the contest alive amid unfavorable odds.
Democrats push a direct issue to supplant prohibitory rule with a high license tax minimum of 500 dollars and a local option allowing communities to raise the tax by popular vote to any limit. They cite good results from Western localities where regulation has worked.
Ohio Senator Suerman writes as private citizen and senator pledging aid to the proposed World Exhibition and arguing New York is proper for the expo. He says New York attracts land and sea traffic, and offers breadth of country population and access versus London.
The note says Grover Cleveland is considered for Congress in Cox’s district but asserts he cannot fill the chair. It argues the district needs a man with more brains and less weight in that seat.
Oshkosh observer Cou Gane Bovck says the Democratic outlook in Wisconsin is none. He adds the same view applies to Pennsylvania, reflecting a bleak regional political mood.
The Democratic candidate for Ohio governor previously belonged to the Republican side before joining the Greeley party. After the election, he will assess whether the Greeley faction influenced the outcome or left a gap behind.
Report notes two weeks ago Gen. Goff was seen as possible Governor if justice prevailed but outcomes shifted as the other contender gains advantage and sits in the lead.
The text notes that when Tanner was turned out, some in Washington rejoiced as at Bull Run, claiming a double celebration within 28 years.
Brief line hints a man aiming for a small position or office in Washington and quick access to influence. Context suggests a political maneuver or pursuit of a minor government post with urgency implied.
Virginia voters witness a clash as the Republican campaign plan rebuffs Mugwump factions. Observers say the dispute centers on strategy and potential alignment ahead of upcoming elections.
At the Jamestown convention tensions rose over representation in the Thirty second District Senate race. Cattaraugus backed Vedder with Chautauqua delegates walking out, leading to Vedder’s nomination on the tenth ballot and Sessions later nominated by Chautauqua. Officials warn against letting the feud jeopardize the district and invite a Hill Democrat into the Senate.
Acting Pension Commissioner Smith overturns the retiring commissioner’s rulings. The first halted mandatory re ratings for those under four dollars monthly and the second required strong proof of disability. The changes affect about 34000 pensioners earning under four dollars monthly and ease the standard of evidence for disability claims.
The New York Tribune lauds Public Printer Palmer in the September 20 issue, noting prior mismanagement under Garland and Thawae. It commends Palmer for restoring speed and efficiency, claiming work is now well and promptly performed with widespread official praise.
The Charleston News and Courier reports unanimous Southern condemnation of a recent lynching near Atlanta. Georgia papers demand arrest and punishment for white assailants while progressives in the North dismiss these outrages as Republican lies.
The article clarifies that Clarkson, Boston’s pitcher, defeated the Cleveland nine. It emphasizes the significance of this baseball victory as a major national event beyond governmental matters.
A writer urges honoring Queen Isabella for funding Columbus by proposing a monument at the World’s Fair in her praise. The passage notes a woman in the case, described as pretty, generous, and public spirited, and asks for recognition of her contribution.
The political Prohibitionists aim to form a party while Prohibition proceeds. In good faith they vow to vote for their ticket more faithfully than they did the Prohibition amendment last June.
Ex Secretary Vilas has spent several weeks camping in Wisconsin woods this summer with his party. The group has stayed in the woods since the last Presidential election, a choice that suits him and his companions well.
The piece reports Chicago residents asserting that the Pennsylvania delegation in Congress supports locating the World’s Fair in Chicago. It notes Chicago trades with us while New York resists, and includes a light rural banter line about reciprocity.
A New York millionaire named Gesswein was shot by a desperate tramp after declining a $500 demand. The incident underscores dangers linked to wealth and the fear of crime.
The message accuses Democratic papers of removing Tanner from leadership and mocking attempts to oust baby McKee from his position, implying political infighting and dismissal.
A broad editorial roundup denounces tariffs while praising the Worlds Fair funding in Chicago and New York. It lampoons politicians, notes Nevada pistol commerce, Kay Koo’s marriage plan, and President Cleveland’s pie meals as light gossip amid political critique.
The writer tours Copenhagen describing its clean streets, harbors, fish market, the Christian Palace ruins, a curly spire bourse, the round tower, Thorwaldsen's museum, and Tivoli. He notes Danish health, fashion, pipe smoking, wooden shoes, and Odense as Hans Christian Andersen’s home with St. Knud’s church crypts. He mentions the Czar’s visit and royal ties, plans to meet the Czar, and Danish-German connections.
Wilkie Collins dies last Monday. An Idaho mother bore six children, three boys and three girls. Japan floods claim about 15 000 lives. Mrs Robert Ray Hamilton jailed two years for stabbing Nurse Donnelly. Mrs Langtry finalizes divorce. marriage to Freddie Gebhardt likely. Comment on fall and canal talk from St. Joseph News. Cape Diamond collapse in Quebec leaves 20+ dead, many injured. month to clear debris. Connecticut to vote on Prohibition Amendment in three weeks with low turnout. Insurance tip urges listing insured property to aid claims.
In a habeas corpus decision issued in San Francisco the court declares Dep. Marshal Nagle’s homicide justifiable as performed in discharge of federal duty. Judge Sawyer explains Nagle acted under compelling circumstances with good faith, courage, and discretion. The opinion notes no one would rush to judge the exact moment of action. Gen. Gross nominated Republican governor of New Jersey amid strong convention enthusiasm.
The article notes multiple judges ruling the dressed beef import ban unconstitutional as an interference with interstate commerce. It cites Judge Blodgett of Illinois voiding Minnesota's dressed beef statute and predicts Supreme Court review. It laments political choices harming farmers and national trade norms.
The advertisement claims rheumatism results from an acid poison in the blood and asserts Ayer’s Pills can fully cure many chronic cases. It urges readers that the remedy costs little to try and predicts successful outcomes.
The 15th annual Warren County Convention of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union met September 19 and 20 at the M E Church in Sheffield with Miss Beach presiding after Mrs L D Wetmore's illness. Mrs Bouton impressed with hospitality while two lectures by Mrs F M Harris highlighted the program amid rain and strong maternal training themes. Reports show growing work and renewed faith despite Supreme Court decisions.
The tonic enjoys wide patronage across North and South America Europe Australia the West Indies Guatemala and Mexico with public and professional testimony praising its cures for chills and fever bilious and remittent fevers dyspepsia liver complaints nervousness debility and kidney and bladder issues. It aids convalescence and counters effects of age and exposure and is a useful tonic for sedentary or laboring individuals.
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