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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1892
Page
1
The race yields varied outcomes with strong confidence yet limited betting. Republicans feel hopeful about Aldrich's re election while Democrats face a close lead by a small ticket percentage. Campaign rallies draw large crowds as Reed's supporters cheer for Cleveland amid accusations of widespread boodle from both sides.
In Providence on April 45 Democratic leaders say they rely on city votes to win or force a Legislature majority wardwell lead expected in city. Republicans claim statewide ticket and Legislature victories, while Governor Ladd cites bright Republican prospects. Mixed bets and national electoral implications hover as both parties weigh turnout and protectionism support.
A Rhode Island political rally report notes Reed invoking Cleveland to fire up Democrats. It describes last minute election dynamics, accusations of illegal registrations, and calls to vote early. The piece frames Rhode Island as pivotal with four electoral votes affecting national outcomes.
Dalzell speaks at Wannren Opera House to over 600 voters, blasting Matthew Stanley Quay and boss-controlled patronage. He argues Pennsylvanians suffer under a dictatorial system, urges voters to reclaim control from the party machinery, and recalls past battles over senatorial appointments.
In a Park Avenue Church session, Methodist leaders and ministers debated a recent anonymous letter involving Rev F Mason North and others. Dr E M Wood backed Townsend charges while Bowles Colgate testified about papers and handwriting probes. A controversial $300 appeal was raised amid sharp exchanges.
The text accuses a tight circle of 10 to 12 church leaders of steering the Pittsburg Conference for their own gain over the past decade, using unfair methods and provoking division. It notes the loss of young men to other denominations, including a son of the writer, and critiques editor Dr. Smith and Dr. Townsend amid church tensions.
Dr E M Wood confirms Townsend charges of cliques in the Methodist Church. He recalls 1874 repression of his son from Trinity Church Pittsburgh to a Greene county post, protests the move or ruin his boy’s ministry. His son later joins Congregational Plymouth Church Detroit earning $2000 annually.
Columbus April 5 A local inebriate David M Shoemaker died at a Chicago cure for addiction A post mortem found skull fracture and facial wounds the cause of death authorities suspect strychnine poisoning while managers claim bruises from rolling the body after natural breathing ceased Coroner to investigate no arrests yet expected after inquiry and with W G Watson named manager from Chicago involved in the case
Lieutenant G. B. Backus of the First United States Cavalry has informed the War Department of his intent to commit death by his own hand and requests removal from army rolls. He is reported missing after leaving the Sturtevant House early today. clerks say no signs of crisis were observed. Backus, a Pennsylvania native, graduated from the Military Academy in 1875 and has served with the First Cavalry on the Pacific coast before transfer to Fort Keogh, Montana, in 1884.
East Liverpool reports the death of Sadie Smith 18 daughter of John W Smith living near Highlandtown twelve miles from the city. She cut her throat with a razor in a barn after an egg errand. Her mother and a younger brother alerted by a cry found her on straw with the razor in hand. No reason for the suicide has been determined.
Carcaco April 5 Special reports a secret meeting of window glass manufacturers deciding to shut down for the usual summer recess earlier than usual, May 31 instead of June 31. The move is expected to anger workers and could lead to trouble.
In St Louis Senegal on April 5 it was reported that Captain Menard's expedition was massacred by Samory the native ruler of the Upper Niger. The conflict stems from French interference in Soudan. earlier battles saw French forces under Colonel Humbert defeated. Samory is said to be retreating toward Farabata after defeats.
Madrid clings to fear after an attempted bombing at the Cortes building. Police detain Frenchman Jean Marie Delboche and Portuguese Manuel Ferreira, both anarchists, with a crackdown extending to an anarchist club where 12 more members are arrested. A Paris-Madrid comparison underscores harsher Spanish measures, with a new law seeking the death penalty for dynamite use and renewed talk of broader international cooperation against anarchists.
Albany April 5 The Senate passed the bill for apportioning New York counties into new Congressional districts. Democratic leader Cantor defended the plan as fair while Saxton claimed an analysis shows 21 Democratic and 13 Republican districts based on the last Congressional vote. The representation basis would be 176.
The article analyzes Democratic and Republican district populations, noting Democratic districts averaging about 176,000 and Republican districts around 183,000. It argues the distribution does not appear fair, with references to Coke and general district counts.
Four damage suits totaling 1.51 million dollars were filed in Baltimore Superior Court against D. Herbert Hostetter, a Pittsburg bitters maker, while he traveled through Union Station to Florida. Plaintiffs include George M. Jewett trustee, William Gilmore, John Henry Miller, and Winfield J. Baylor trustee of the Transportation and Terminal Co. The suits arise from securities related to a stock deal, with Jews and Gilmore heads of rail firms. Hostetter was served on his way to Florida.
In a quarrel over costumes for the comic opera Child of Fortune stage director Conried orders Highland laddies to wear kilts and stockings. Chorus girls fear drafts and rheumatism and appeal to manager Aronson who has not yet responded.
Mrs Colonel Kilgore and Mrs Harry Flann of Pittsburg arrive in Washington on April 5 to seek pardon for Harry Flann who was jailed for five years for looting the Marine National Bank of Pittsburg. He has served about three years. They are aided by W A Stone and Senator Quay as they seek Attorney General review.
The St Lawrence River continues to rise with grave flood fears as lake ice moves downstream. Water nears Commission street level while merchants evacuate cellars and Hochergs cotton mills flood preparations are underway for potential disaster following the 1887 flood.
A small tornado struck the Illinois State building at the World’s Fair grounds. It wrecked the lower half of Memorial Hall causing losses between 10 000 and 20 000 dollars. Two policemen nearby were nearly killed.
Private letters from Honolulu warn of an imminent revolutionary attempt led by Robert Wilcox to overthrow the Hawaiian government and seek annexation or a republic. Insurgents boast arms and nightly meetings, while U.S. and British ships deter action. The 50-man Hawaiian army remains untested and defenses rely on foreign naval protection.
Treasury delays all judgments by Court of Claims for three months awaiting appeal. A Southern congressman pressed for payment of direct tax claims approved by the Court, but the secretary stood firm, denying revocation. Several other lawmakers report similar efforts to obtain immediate disbursement.
Fred Eberhardt of East St Louis was struck by lightning while passing through a brewery doorway. The bolt struck his head and raced down his body tearing a shoe sole, leaving him momentarily speechless and dazed. He recovered, but for a time could not utter any words.
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