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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1904
Page
4
Philadelphia judge Barratt sent several milk dealers to jail last week for poisoning milk with formaldehyde and other poisons. The writer commends the judge and urges courts nationwide to imitate the firm example when dealers poison food for children and invalids.
The text notes past presidential margins in Pennsylvania for McKinley in 1896 and 1902 and argues that a larger Republican victory is needed in the upcoming election to keep Pennsylvania as the leading Republican state.
The text states that money and tariff questions are settled by the Republican party and that Democrats must advance the Roosevelt issue, which the Republicans are also able to settle.
A well known French chef visiting New York remarks on American soup consumption. He suggests the public avoids soup, and a retort notes Americans had too much soup during the Democratic era of governance.
Census figures indicate a larger number of married men than married women in the United States. The seeming puzzle has a key that may be confusing at first glance.
The new American party in Utah completes organization to oppose Mormon influence. It faces strong opposition but aims for success.
A longtime resident recalls a calmer presidential race from years past as the current campaign spans six weeks to election day. The reflection notes fewer fervent rallies and a slower news cycle compared with the present contest.
Readers are advised to inspect chimneys and stoves as winter begins to prevent fires. Georgia claims credit for not disenfranchising Black citizens, noting a different approach to race issues in the South.
Russia continues to expand over the Tibet region as Britain offers a quiet stance. China signals neutrality as Japan appears to gain advantage in the conflict.
A chilly scene gives way to a kitchen celebration as pumpkins are baked into fresh pies. Neighbors gather as aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg fill the air, turning a frostbitten evening into a cozy dessert moment.
The Mail advertises prompt attention to mail orders for job printing services. It invites readers to submit orders for printing tasks and promises reliable, timely fulfillment.
Humorist George Fitch of the Council Bluffs Nonpareil describes the vast World’s Fair in St Louis. He notes the exhibition’s massive scale, constant expansion, and hidden wonders needing a guidebook to uncover.
The United States posted its first ever trade surplus in fruit value, with domestic apple and prune demand outpacing imports. Americans consume vast banana quantities, importing 25 to 80 million bunches yearly costing 7 to 8 million dollars, plus about 25 thousand annually in plantains. Lemons import costs exceed 3 million dollars, mostly from Italy, making bananas and lemons together over half of yearly fruit imports.
The earliest banks arose from Lombard Jewish benches in Italian markets for exchanging money and bills. Goldsmiths and jewelers evolved bankers, with Britain’s banking tracing to Lom bard street in 1645. Europe’s major banks followed in Venice 1171, Genoa 1345, and later nations.
The State League of Republican Clubs held a meeting in Reading and elected officers including President R. W. Wiggins of Philadelphia. Vice presidents named are H. P. Fetter Reading George T. Llewelyn Wilkesbarre John McCleary Philadelphia Alex OConnell Scranton John O. Sheatz Philadelphia Joseph Coll Philadelphia Clark Olds Eric Frank Christ Pittsburgh. Secretary Robert H. Lindsay Pittsburgh Treasurer Jere H. Shaw Philadelphia.
A columnist notes readers demand harsh editorials yet insist on anonymity, while editors would face the same risk if authors penned and signed their own pieces, highlighting the shared position of writer and critic in journalism.
State Game Warden Hague from Pittsburg is patrolling Northwestern Pennsylvania targeting illegal fishermen and hunters. He is spending time in the region to enforce regulations and curb poaching activities.
A long reader letter from Tacoma Washington dated September 10 1904 reports on local impressions of Warren and California noting climate fish and fruit in Washington and Los Angeles critique of carp fishing quarrels with local courts and pride in regional bounty. The writer refers to Willis Tew and Chas Pollock 1864 5 and G Daniels and cites diverse clippings including a note about First National Bank of Warren.
Scribner's Magazine October presents Thomas F. Millard's firsthand account from four months with Kuropatkin's army detailing the Manchurian campaign and factors behind the Russian setback. Benjamin Brooks adds a piece on the moulders and factory life, while Edwin E. Child provides fine illustrations.
Joseph M. Rogers explains all about running a national campaign in the October number. The issue features numerous illustrations that crystallize the text and offer readers a glance at the people and processes behind the scenes.
The article argues teachers in city and country districts face manifold trials. Teachers contend with district mismanagement, difficult parents, and student faults, needing public sympathy and support for their challenging role.
The New York World notes five railroad incidents in two days cite careless engineers broken rails cattle on tracks and a washout but characterizes them as not accidents at all and a disgrace to the railroad profession.
The opening day event features Gage Hats and Burgesser Hats on Thursday September 29 at Kertcher’s Best Job Printing in the Mail Office.
Massachusetts Grange keeps perfect opening record for three years while Jamestown New Yorks Union Grange displays life size portraits in its Chautauqua temple. Granges urge organ music for effective degree work and anticipate a strong 1904 growth year with Pennsylvania adding 5000 members.
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