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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1890
Page
4
Patrons who moved should promptly notify their carrier or agent in person or by letter to the business office to ensure uninterrupted delivery. The business office of The Dispatch Watch has moved to the corner of Smithfield and Miami Street.
A Dispatch reporter probes Senator Quay and Republican manager views on Wharton Barker and Dal yll opposition. The manager hints the eventual Republican nominee will win by an old-time majority, raising questions about electability versus public interest and moral policy amid party machinery concerns. The piece notes uncertainties in political forecasts compared with weather predictions in 1889.
The article argues that the Sugar Trust ships to this city at a three cent lower rate per hundred pounds, a bias echoed in other regions via railroad discrimination. It contends the practice reflects deliberate policy, causes a $3,600 daily impact, and violates the Interstate Commerce Act, praising those who exposed and fought it.
The Boston Herald urges Buckalew to explain his stance as he refuses to conform to Democratic theory of absence while present. The piece praises his independence, calls his position unique, and laments party pressure on public representatives to renounce personal convictions.
The Senate passed a trust enforcement bill by a narrow margin amid hopes it can curb anti-competitive practices. Critics cite Interstate Commerce violations and railroad discrimination as proof laws are often ignored, warning that only strict enforcement will prevent evasion.
A company forms to develop Niagara River water power into electrical energy for industrial manufacturing. The plan envisions converting natural force into a steady power supply to drive factories and related facilities in the region.
The Buffalo project unites Winslow Lanier Drexel Morgan Mills and the Vanderbilt group in a bid to harness Niagara Falls for industrial power. Critics note prior vows to preserve the falls aesthetics against dam breaches, but proponents argue immense capital can override both state law and public ideals.
The article reports on a dispute over the Carnegie Library board arrangement sparked by C L Magee. Reverend W J Holland argues a drafting slip risks misrepresenting Carnegie’s terms and councils’ acceptance. The piece defends councils’ good faith and urges focus on central library site and usefulness.
The piece questions what constitutes a decent living income, citing Duchess of Marlborough needing up to two hundred thousand dollars a year, a court witness stating thirty thousand, actor Adonis Dixey needing two hundred dollars weekly for personal expenses, while many live on far less. It notes disagreements on how much is enough and laments growing greed and luxury, urging politicians to avoid infighting and learn from the press to seek unity.
Ir 18 sad to learn that D A Brackett, who organized Harrison ball drives for the last Presidential campaign, has failed to receive the promised reward and now applies for a watchman job with slim chances. The piece warns that neglect of political agitators risks eroding campaign theatrics such as oil-cloth capes and tin torches.
This week shows police can arrest illicit liquor sellers, raising hopes that law enforcers will keep number of recognized speakeasies below eight hundred.
A note in a 19th century dispatch says one trunk line offers a tariff discounted to Sugar Trams percent, signaling the methods employed to wipe out competitors of the Standard Oil monopoly. This implies aggressive rate warfare to curb rivals and expand control.
BostTow capitalists organize a syndicate to build twenty iron steamships ready for use if the Farquhar tonnage bill passes. The piece discusses ocean facilities and costs, with views on Emin's right to engage with Germany and Africa’s division among powers, noting whisky riots and possible murder linked to illicit liquor sales.
Silver dollars total 3.6 million coined in March signaling growing commercial use, while a long-standing 2 million monthly minimum coinage may be surpassed. An Albany judge rules an umbrella is not common property, and Republicans in the House reportedly aim to reduce sugar duties below McKinley levels with possible amendments.
The Allegheny Valley Railroad says it is doing fairly well by reporting a deficit of $289,000 for the past year. The statement emphasizes that the shortfall is manageable given the railway's broader operations.
A regional report notes several cities named as doom targets by prophets of destruction. Schweinfurth predicts Rockford IL will be swallowed up, amid local disbelief and the era of Rockford marked by common sins and skepticism toward Schweinfurth.
The destruction of Prophetstown Illinois by a tornado astonishes residents as local prophets had no warning or foresight of the approaching cyclone. The incident highlights the limits of predicted religious signs facing sudden natural disaster.
Mr Watteerson plans an April trip to Atlanta to lecture on Money and Morals. Victor Hugo’s son stirs up a racket in Paris. Manderson’s couple marks their twenty fifth wedding anniversary. The President and Mrs Harrison host a state dinner for Supreme Court Justices. Madam Patti keeps seclusion amid many invitations in New York. Charles A Curier discusses Behring Sea talks in Washington. M A Collins vows to defend dancing after Sam Jones’ challenge. Jones backs out critiquing professed Christians. Henry George tours Australia gaining cordial welcomes and crowd praise for land reform. Moont Holyoke College offers presidency to Mrs Lizzie Mead. Cannes sees the Prince of Wales unveil the Duke of Albany monument by Pellegril. Victoria Woodhull issues a Paris circular denouncing Queen Victoria over dressing and symbols.
The Carrollton News lauds Tee Pursavec Dispatch as a rapidly rising state paper with vast news-gathering networks, leased wires to major points, and a national reputation. Its 2 page Sunday edition circulates over 53 000 copies with articles from top contributors, cable letters, sports and business reviews, making it ideal for the home.
E C Darley Southern manager of J P Witherow Co says market is off while general business is good. Watts steel plant contract remains unlet opposite New Cumberland West Virginia. He notes pig iron prices too high previously and now too low due to too many inexperienced owners lacking capital. Brokers pressure these outfits during slow periods.
The Allegheny Presbytery met at First Presbyterian Allegheny with Rev J K McKallip as moderator. Officers were chosen and reports approved including Calvary Church installation on April 23 and Central Church Allegheny installation April 30. Dele gates elected to the General Assembly include M B Riddie and W C Donaldson as principals.
A critical review traces Faust burlesques from Sims and Pettit and the London Gaiety shows, comparing Them to Henry Byron’s Little Doctor Faust with Nellie Farren and Kate Vaughan. It also discusses Joel Chandler Harris and Brer Rabbit adapting African fables, noting cultural exchanges and the spread of animal myths across civilizations.
The Dispatch reports a warning that a rural road expedition should not enter the borough limits, lest horses wagons and men be swallowed in the mud. The sender claims the reporter is prepared for emergencies, urging caution on infrastructure projects near town.
The Pittsburg Presbytery of the Reformed Presbyterian Church met at First RP Church. Rev. John Alford was elected Moderator for the year and Rev. Alexander Savage Clerk. A call for Mr John A Burnett of Newbern NY was sustained as a regular gospel call. Delegates to General Synod were elected. adjournment set for April 30.
Washington April Mr W W Werden aged 69 died today at the Providence Hotel He came to Washington as a correspondent and was Andrew Johnsons private secretary during his Presidential term He later returned to newspaper work and retired years ago He suffered from general debility and was an invalid for months He was widely known and greatly esteemed.
Hon Edmund L Judson ex mayor and prominent Masons figure died this morning at an advanced age. He served as Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New York and held high Scottish Rite ranks. A telegram dispatch from Scotdale reports Mrs O Neal, aged over seventy, died last night from a stroke.
The twenty third annual meeting of the Homeopathic Hospital contributors reported 1495 patients treated, 119 charity visits at the dispensary, and total out lay costs of 36441 dollars. Indebtedness dropped to 7141 dollars as 7000 in patient payments and 2900 from the Ladies Association aided operations.
Lake Erie Seminary students gathered at the Kreps residence 80 Fayette Street Allegheny for a social and to organize a Pittsburg branch of the Alumni Association. Mrs F H Boalt spoke on The Educated Young Woman and Miss Mary Evans led a second address. A committee drafted a constitution and Officers were elected with Mrs S C Christy as President and Miss Louise Wallace as Secretary.
A fashionable East End wedding last evening united Harriet Godfrey and Kennedy Moorhead at the Godfrey home on Winebiddle Avenue. The ceremony featured lavish orchid and flower decorations, a bridal veil and satin gown, and a floral monogram canopy. After the service, guests dined on a lavish repast as the couple plans an Eastern trip and a Fifth Avenue residence with luxurious furnishings and a Steinway piano.
Miss Minnie Erwin wed Prof John Pritchard at the English Lutheran Church Grant Street in an elegant ceremony. The Mozart Club under James P McCollum performed Lohengrin Bridal Chorus as the couple entered, Rev E Belfour officiated, and a reception followed at the Pence Erwin home on Penn Avenue. The couple will honeymoon briefly then set up home on Mt Washington with wedding gifts completing their new household.
Ladies of St Peter s Church prepare a two day event with a noon to two o clock dinner and a Swiss cottage post office candy booth flower stand ice cream and lemon tables and rose booth. Led by Mrs Frank P Rowand with aides Mrs John Patterson Mrs W H House Mrs George McCallin and others. The fair features multiple booths managed by Kate Smith B Venners Gracey Mercur and Miss Northrup and Orr among others.
The East End residence of Mrs M A Woodward was decorated with flowers and opened to guests who had invitations for yesterday afternoon. The hostess and attendants provided refined entertainment as many well-dressed ladies visited and were courteously received.
A Philadelphia Record notice alleges American crude oil bought for export is mixed with Russian oil and sold as genuine American kerosene. It cites Austrian refiners, Rothschild control of Russian oil, and shipments to Fiume to mask imports. The piece warns Russian blends eroding American market share in China, Japan, and India.
The Iron City Microscopical Society met in Mercantile Library last night with Prof. Guttenberg presenting Astronomy as Studied Through the Microscope. Exhibits included crystallized acetath of copper, hummingbird feathers, iodo-sulphate of quinine crystals, fossil diatoms, plant hairs, meteorite sections, a human skull section, and a rat kidney section.
Mr and Mrs J J Pierce hosted a refined reception in their Mercer avenue residence last evening celebrating twenty five years of marriage. The indoor setting featured Easter lilies and tropical plants, reflecting a bright society occasion.
The will of Rev. John Crozier of Elizabeth filed yesterday dated January 3, 182? directs ten percent of his estate to the home and foreign missions of the Reformed Presbyterian Church. The remainder goes to his five children, with discontent forfeiting shares to missions. executors named are his sons John and Thomas Crozier.
A humorous verse fragment in Kate Plsid’s Washington catalogues a flirtatious scene with Bob as the speaker. The speaker rebukes advances and asserts boundaries, recalling past flirtations and warning of ending contact if advances persist. The dialogue echoes Victorian stage romance tones and sharp social cues.
The House debated the naval appropriation bill, with critics like Sayres and Holman questioning ship costs and timelines. Peters urged scrapping the battle ships, arguing diplomacy and naval dominance have changed, as the chamber adjourned before finishing the measure. The Patterson committee also moved on options and futures and a Chinese immigration question while committees advanced bankruptcy and tax bills, including changes to internal revenue laws.
The column notes Hill and Dana plan to attend the Thurman banquet in Columbus while mocking political and social lines. It jokes about the ice trust danger, license mill, and the zeal of applicants for fat offices, plus asides on a Philadelphia clergyman and a Russia dentist. It also references tax gains in Ohio and legislative gossip.
The American Catholic Quarterly Review will enter a renewed period of usefulness and prosperity under chief editor Most Rev Patrick John Ryan D D Archbishop of Philadelphia. Associate editors are Rev Ignatius F Horstman D D Rev Luks V McCabe and George Dering Wolff. The quarterly continues on the same general lines set by the late editor Rt Rev Mgr Corcoran.
A jumble of eccentric vignettes outlines curiosities and oddities from London and beyond. The report notes theater receipts in Paris, skin auctions in London, a barber shop for women, a jumper from London’s edge, a horse shod with rubberlike material, and a baker who marks loaves with a ducat. It covers pill consumption in Britain, Confederate stamps, a fatal choking incident, an English cook’s venison crust, and a Newton Conn. deathbed wish. Additional items include sea calls in London, a czar’s civil list cutbacks, a cobra in Bombay, an 1840 copper cent rediscovered, Mare Island’s whaleboat for Samoa, a bullion heist on the Gila, honey and crane nests in Florida, a Novi woman’s royal-aligned coincidences, an assassin-for-hire tale, a chicken-hatching bartender, caterers near Union Square, dowry custom in Matabeleland, and boot crafted from human skin.
A compact reader note sketches daily life on public transit with verses about offering a seat to a standing woman. The piece moves through light social etiquette and modest humor in a period tone.
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