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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1892
Page
7
The Rhode Island election produced a decisive Protection victory signaling a shift away from tariff reform. Republicans claim the result boosts protectionists and foreshadows a Tariff Reduction defeat, while Democrats faced rejection from workers who favored national commercial independence.
The House Committee on Railways and Canals reported a 100000 appropriation for surveying a ship canal from the Great Lakes to the Hudson. The piece notes Pittsburg to Lake Erie as more important and urges Representatives to push the Pittsburg and Erie Canal project for federal support.
The excerpt criticizes Professor Collin of Cornell for defending bribery and contrasts it with abstention from voting. It argues both bribery and neglect undermine democracy, urging citizens to exercise franchise with honesty to achieve government purity.
A letter notes criticism of David Bennett Hill by the Memphis Appeal Avalanche and cites a list of Democratic figures deemed better suited to public questions. The Commercial Advertiser counters with a pointed remark about Tracy of New York and implied misinterpretations.
The piece critiques a Memphis Commercial Advertiser for misinformation on national figures. It notes Wilson Russell and Harter as capable public men compared to Hill, and cites Charles Tracey of Albany as a Democratic representative. It stresses national leadership over machine politics in assessing public figures.
The piece urges vigorous action in spring to fight bacteria and disease, calling for overhauls of drains and increased use of disinfectants. It condemns dirt in water, homes, streets, and public conveyances and promotes public baths, better water supply, and hygiene as essential for health. It contrasts health with dollar-chasing and emphasizes cleanliness as vital to well being.
The Pennsylvania Grand Army of the Republic is urged to provide aid to starving Russians. The piece argues relief should be a sincere humanitarian gesture rather than a display of Civil War era gratitude. It links humane liberal aid to improving Russo American friendship and notes current government failures but emphasizes aid remains necessary.
The piece reflects on proposals for a world athletic competition among English speaking nations with an Olympic crown for the winner. It argues such revival echoes Grecian ambition, critiques focus on athletes over patriotism, and notes broader implications for culture, politics, and public affairs. It also mentions Rhode Island results and U S politics alongside England's World Fair funding plans.
The article notes Spain classes a Caroline Islands consul as persona non grata, similar to Egan's issues with Chile, and suggests the Administration may not hasten to recall Mr Rand as a courtesy move. It compares Spain's strength unfavorably with Chile, implying an uncomfortable, fragile situation for Hill.
The column comments on Tennyson's work habits and preferences, criticizes American perceptions of the nation, calls for exposing Pension Office corruption, notes Allegheny council elections and a new city Controller, and jests about White House tree planting and spring fashion trends. It weaves satire with local governance and cultural observations.
The phrase notes a seasonal period when workers lay new carpets and barnyard hens produce fresh eggs, signaling renewal and domestic activity.
The article notes New York has not eliminated typhus fever and argues it is easier to prevent infection by screening arrivals than to suppress disease after they land. It discusses the challenge posed by immigrants and the need for preventive measures.
An Ordinance Officer prosecutes two leading coal firms for selling short measure and asserts firm action against such practices. The report notes unrest in Providence politics and hints at broader reforms while discussing Rhode Island election issues and Blaine’s rumored Cabinet training with Muldoon.
A string of brief notes highlights chance fortunes and career anecdotes. Lord Salisbury narrowly avoids a cab in London. Dax Lamont’s earnings rise from 152 a week to about 100000 a year. Bishop Sebastian Messner reports to Milwaukee. Paumer plans Chicago residence for the World’s Fair. Grand Duke of Hesse’s 20 year old grandson noted as delicate. The West Church in Boston sold, once led by Dr. Cyrus A. Burtel with famed sermons. Trumbull to replace Montt as Chile’s Washington envoy. Gor man, once Providence newsboy, advances toward Rhode Island lieutenant governorship. Allan Line magnate Alexander Allan dies. Andrew Allan surviving in Montreal.
A Philadelphia Bulletin piece surveys arguments for clergy participation in municipal politics while warning against partial preaching and partisan church splits. It cites Rev. Dr. McConnell and Dr. Robert H. Fulton noting that clerical dignity should not overwrite private citizenship duties.
Washington reports a heated routine as Senator McMillin proposes a 100000 appropriation for the next Grand Army of the Republic encampment with alternate funding ideas. House committees advance Spokane Falls and Ann Arbor building projects. Postmaster nominations are listed for several states.
Canals today ordered a favorable report on a bill authorizing a survey and cost estimates for a ship canal from the Great Lakes to Hudson river. The measure appropriates $100,000 to cover survey expenses and estimates.
The President directed the removal of Charles M. Leavy Appraiser of Merchandise at San Francisco for complicity in undervaluation schemes tied to silk imports. The Leavy case is with the U S Attorney in San Francisco, following an Hepburn Tingle led investigation. Immigration supervision moves from Nettleton to Spaulding per request. Duncan M Campbell named Salina Public Building construction superintendent. Senate extends unappraised goods transport privilege to Marquette Michigan. Senate confirms F P Philip of the Land Office.
A carload of flour consigned to the Philadelphia Russian Relief Committee was shipped from Lock Haven this morning. The contribution comes from citizens of Lock Haven and nearby areas to aid Russian sufferers.
The clamor over Chicago Aldermen graft spans papers from Washington Post to New York World. Critics allege boodle influence in municipal franchises and jail threats, while Detroit and Paris bank directors eye Chicago amid calls for reform.
The Catholic Mirror prints a correspondence between Cardinal James Gibbons and Pope Leo XIII. Gibbons thanks the Holy See for acts aiding American Catholic interests and requests the apostolic benediction for his diocese and flock. Leo XIII expresses pleasure and renewal of goodwill toward the United States Church leadership and prays for heavenly grace.
Ohio legislators debate a Spencer bill granting city councils 9 year franchises to railroads, with a tax share for cities but exemptions from street paving costs. Supporters call it a cash windfall. opponents warn of entrenching future generation risks. The bill passed 20 to 7.
James Gallagher aged about sixty died at Steubenville yesterday after long illness. Born in Philadelphia he came to Ohio with his mother at age ten and learned saddlery, later helping found local banking interests. He aided in river trade ventures and served as Justice of the Peace and an incorporator in regional railroad and bank schemes.
The article details Easter gift trends featuring paper and glass wares, silver items, and decorative drapery. Focused on dainty cards, booklets, and spermid decorations, it notes purple fashion, shadow draperies, and new hat accessories. Easter flowers and finery are emphasized with social season commentary.
Tar Y. W. T Uz of Wilkinsburg will present a combined musical and literary program at Ralston's Hall this evening. Cranes H Adams spoke on The Homes of Queen Victoria at Pittsburg Club Theater last night with royalty views and vivid description. Mr M E Scoren of Irwin Pa married Miss Marcie Wilson at the bride’s Knoxville home with Rev C L Cartwright officiating.
William Hastead died instantly of apoplexy in Uniontown while with his brother. He planned coal development for capitalists and died at age 2 with a wife and three children. Obituary Notes. William G. Bubws, superintendent of the New Hampshire Bible Society, died in Concord. General Pianselll, expected to lead Italian forces, died in Verona. Jupe Tessier of Quebec died, Everxe Caffield, millionaire and former state senator, died of apoplexy. Captain J. D. Johnson of Chicago, age 69, died in Middletown. Giovanni Zucchini, famed baffo friend of Rossini, died near Bologna. John Wolferd of Braddock died of typhoid at 68. Rev Love H. Jameson, renowned Indiana minister, died in Indianapolis. Nellie Van Tassell, American parachutist, died in Indiana after a fall last month.
Paul Gores recalls an unpublished Grant tale told at the Grand Pacific Hotel. The ex-president, traveling after a world tour, sneaks into Palmer House for corn beef and cabbage, sharing a rough board table with cooks and declaring the meal tasted like a dinner for the Gods after months on the road.
A mosaic of brief curiosities and odd facts from around the world and past eras. Items note dinner hours in Germany, earthquake stations in Japan, beards and microbes, and unusual local anecdotes, all framed as compact scraps.
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