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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1890

Page

4

The Dispatch On Sale At Brentano's In New York

The Dispatch is regularly on sale at Brentano's 5 Union Square New York. Patrons who have moved should notify their carrier or agent to ensure uninterrupted delivery. The offices have relocated to the corner of Smithfield and Diamond streets.

Pittavurg Smithfield Diamond Streets Diamond Street Eyetern Tribune New York Dispatch Brentano Union Square Patrom Feller Huaine DIS Smithfield and

Pittsburg Library Owed To Carnegie Offer Depends On City

The Dispatch reports that Pittsburg councils face a grave choice to align the library ordinance with Mr. Carnegie’s wishes or risk losing his generous gift. It stresses the people expect support for the promised library and alerts that Carnegie may withdraw the offer if councillors oppose his plans. The decision rests entirely with the council.

James TB. Scott Pittsburg Carnegie

Congress debates naval funding and battle ship need

Congress shows reluctance to fund three new battleships while approving a cruiser. Supporters warn against weak defense and emphasize protecting seaboard cities and mercantile shipping, arguing battleships are essential for national security.

Popular Assemblage and the Call for Town Halls

A Chicago clergyman promotes moving an old New England town hall to the West to provide a public forum for discussion, entertainment and instruction. The piece argues that schoolhouses and churches can serve, and that demand, not supply, drives public meeting spaces.

Chicago New England West Soy District

The Supply of Servants in Philadelphia

Philadelphia women allied with the New Century Club raise and plan to use a thousand dollar fund to establish employment agencies for domestic servants. The effort aims to ease the selection and retention of reliable help, with Pittsburg observers noted as likely to follow Philadelphia’s lead in this initiative.

Philadelphia New Century Club Pittsburg

Domestic Service Shortage Defies Simple Fix

The piece argues that patronage or policy changes cannot solve the domestic service dilemma. It notes that employment agencies misuse maid service, but the core issue is a shrinking supply of honest, hardworking women for household work as stores and factories attract young women away from domestic roles.

Isbor

The Cry from Cuba and Annexation Prospects

The piece notes Cuban and Canadian pushes toward union with the United States, citing Liberal hopes for independence from Spain and a gradual drift toward annexation. It discusses Blaine’s stance, U.S. South American trade aims, and the view that autonomy for Cuba is likely before possible annexation by the United States.

United States Cuba Liberal Party Washington Spain Blaine Mr. Harrison The Americas

Plate Glass Industry Expansion and Protective Duties

The Ford City Plate Glass Company plans to double its plant at a cost of about 1.75 million dollars, amid expectations of strong profitability despite looming competition. The piece notes a push to urge Congress to raise duties on plate glass to protect native industry, aligning with Republican policy. Pittsburg is highlighted as deeply concerned with growth and protection of the industry.

Dispatch Ford City Plate Glass Company Ways and Means Committee Congress Republican Party Pittsburg

Shall the American girl be chaperoned in society question

A Washington paper surveys leaders of Washington society about chaperones. They argue chaperones are necessary to curb idle wealthy young men and protect feminine innocence. Others contend Americans can maintain independence without foreign standards and without a chaperone. Spring disorders and fever are noted among Hidalgo youths.

Washington

Pennsylvania Politics and Northern State Wind

The report notes political maneuvering around a quorum and a Democratic Daniel rendering judgment. Winter revisits the scene as observers remain wary but engaged. President Harrison and Ma Lea figure in capital echoes while the Montour well and Allegheny county fields set a brisk tone for local competition.

Ma. Lea Capital Mr. Tennyson

Senator Quay’s Westward War Follows East Dispute

Senator Quay moved east yesterday while a rift with Mr. Dalzell heads west. An authority says lumber prices will not rise, and Pittsburgh plans new housing this summer as lumber markets ease.

Senator Quay Mr. Dalzell

Notable 19th Century Figures in Transit and Power Shifts

A parade of prominent figures appears: Mrs. Robert McKee in Boston. Lorp Wolseley not expected for Ireland command. Minister Reip hosting a New York banquet. Mr and Mrs Reid sailing for France. Senator Brice pledging to match Miami University funds. Edwin Cowles linked to Women’s Fair talk. German Emperor and Empress to Norway July 1 with stay at Christiania. Yale professor H W Farnam to wed Miss Kingsley. Allen G Thurman recovering at home in Columbus. Captain White to a Turkish colonelcy. Dr Mary Walker permanently crippled by a fall. Senator Plumb once an editor and now railroad magnate. Dr G Dearborn warns Governor Goodell may recover but cannot work again. Inspector Williams tops readers’ poll but prize barred by Police Commissioners.

Robert McKee Harrison Boston Lorp Wolsely Ireland Reip New York Reid France Brice Ohio Miami University Edwin Cowles Cleveland Leader Norway Christiania H. W. Farna Yale Miss Kingsley New Haven New Zanglander Yale Review Allen G. Thurman Columbus Captain White England Turkey Mary Walker Senator Plumb G. Dearbors Goodell New Hampshire Inspector Williams

Dispatch party urged to visit Armstrong county roads

The Kittanning Union Free Press urges The Dispatch expedition to travel Armstrong county first to judge road conditions. The writer criticizes the chosen route through Washington county and Dayton and Worthington trips, urging state road improvements and directing The Dispatch to study local needs.

Dispatch Kittanning Union Free Press Pirrspree Dispatch Pennsylvania Washington County Bauer County Armstrong County Dayton Worthington Studebaker Road Commission

Furniture Exposition Planned by Cincinnati Manufacturers

Cincinnati furniture makers unite to stage a mammoth exposition this summer in the Exposition buildings from July 8 to August 1. They claim the industry produces about 9,000,000 dollars in value annually and anticipate broad public interest in the display.

Cincinnati

Expedition to probe mud depths on rural roads

The Pittsville Dispatch plans an expedition to Punxsutawney area to uncover bottom facts about mud depths on the highway between Punxsutawney and Frostburg. It would require scows sounding lines and diving bells for the work.

Pittsstne Dispatch Punxsutawney Frostburg

Deaths of a Day Harry C Teeters

Harry C Teeters formerly of Brad dock and assistant bookkeeper at Edgar homigon Steel Worke died yesterday at his sister Mrs E N Michard 116 Conrad Street East End. He served in the late war and was promoted for meritorious service. He was later appointed to a minor office in Washington and remained there through Cleveland’s presidency. He was a popular socially and a loving husband.

Harry c. Teeters Braddock Edgar ‘Homigon Steel E. N. Michard Conrad Street East End Harry Carpant Non Wat Feld Washington Cleveland

Pennsylvania battle starts in politics with Quay and Dalzell clash

The piece notes a growing conflict in Pennsylvania politics as Congressman Dalzell attacks Senator Quay, signaling a broader intra party war. It mentions Watchpo Holm as a naval appropriations critic who spurred Republicans to align behind him.

Pennsylvania Washington Congressman Dalzell Senator Quay Beaver Quay

Miss Annie Loretta Welsh Dies of Heart Disease

The death of Miss Annie Loretta Welsh, daughter of Ann and Michael Welsh of 47 Centre Avenue, is reported. A beloved girl known for her pleasant manners and help to her mother in domestic duties, she was educated in the Eleventh Ward public schools. She is described as a sister-in-law to Coroner McDowell. the cause of death given as heart disease.

Annie Loretta Welsh Ann Michael Welsh Centre Avenue Rleventh Ward

Librarian Choice Sparks Allegheny Library Plans

Erasmus Wilson emerges as leading candidate for Allegheny Carnegie Library head with broad education and vision to drive community reading and education. Support comes from science and arts leaders, promising strong ties to both cities. A sharp cyclone warning interrupts as a high rise window shutter is ripped free.

Carnegie Library Allegheny Lkely Pittsabuzzers Alleghenians Allegheny Councils Erasmus Wilson Wilson Witson Mr. Wilson

Bucket Shop War at Board of Trade Faces Disclosure

In Chrenco April 10, Schwartz and Dupee, a leading commission firm, posted regular quota tons on their office board for public inspection against director orders. Some board members helped the firm by providing quotations while messengers were barred. Dupee claims the boards are for bona fide customers only and that bucket shops and the public should not access the figures. He says the cut of allotments costs his firm $500 daily in commissions and attributes recent board business growth to crop damage, not to the posting ban.

Board of Trade Chrenco Schwartz & Dapee Behwartz & Dupee Dupee

Unclear 19th Century News Snippets Mix Reflections

A collage of odd items reports a farmer squandering fines on a cow, spring optimism in Democratic exchanges, a booming chicken crop, and rumors about George Francis Train. It notes a Norfolk Virginia church using a brass band, Philadelphia’s growth, numerous divorces, and mixed views on an Italian organ in New York with rival organs.

Pirrspure Dispatch Praised By Kittanning Democrat

The article extols the Pirrspure Dispatch as a top daily paper with bright typography and broad appeal. It notes its Sunday edition strong vitality, literary variety, and circulation rivaling metropolitan papers, urging readers to join its large list.

Kittanningemocrat Sc. Sentinel Pirrspure Dispatch Pittsburg

Rhodes & Co May Resume Mill Plans In Philadelphia

Creditors of the insolvent John B. Rhodes & Co. of Ashton Mills Delaware County met in Philadelphia to consider reopening the mills. Joseph B. Rhodes proposed assets and liabilities showing liabilities about 580,000 with assets near 101,410. a committee will value assets and report at the adjourned meeting set for Monday.

Philadelphia John B. Rhodes &Co Ashton Mills Delaware County Joseph B. Rhodes Rhodes Monnday

Robert Morrow Dies Prominent Democrat Yardmaster

Robert Morrow long known as a Democrat and former Connell candidate died at 5 P.M. yesterday at 105 Webster Avenue. He served the Panhandle Railroad yards as yardmaster after losing an arm in service. Funeral is set for 2 P.M. Sunday.

Robert Morrow Panhandle Hallroad Webster Avenue Connell Bomerence

Rhode Island Assembly Speaker Borrows Club from Reed

The Rhode Island Assembly Speaker borrowed a club from Tom Reed yesterday as Republicans who left the chamber pivot to new tactics amid ongoing party rifts and legislative maneuvering.

Rhode Island Assembly Tom Reed

Death of Archbishop Eder in Galzburg area reported

Signor sagel along with azzini and Armelitnt formed a triumvirate in the Penpte rose in oe to Archbishop Eder. VIENNA April to day Archbishop Eder of Galzburg died today.

Aggl. Loxpos Sagel Azzini Armelitnt Fieik Archbishop Eder Vienna Achbishop Eder Galzburg

Voted Again at Revision in West Virginia Presbytery

The West Virginian Presbytery in Ravesswoon West Virginia voted after a long debate by a narrow margin of one in favor of vilian at the confrontation of tuinn.

Ravesswoon W. Va West Virginian Presbytery Revilian Conteralon Tuinn

Pittsburg Nurse Training School Holds Third Commencement

The chapel of the Homeopathic Hospital on Second Avenue hosted the third graduation of Pittsburg training school for nurses. Eleven graduates wore tulle capes and white aprons as dignitaries including President William Metcalf and Bishop Cortlandt Whitehead attended. The program featured music and addresses, with valedictory by C. C. Rinehart and benediction by Bishop Whitehead.

Homeopathic Hospital Second Avenue Pittsburg Training School William Metcalf Whitehead Porvyes Willard McClelland George T. Purves L. H. Willard Margarite P. Wright Slack Cortlandt Whitehead H. McClelland Hospital Nannie M. Bebout Mra Zylpha C. Bear Pauline J. Brann Martha E. Bruch Madge 8. Cooper Carrie G. Cooper Sarah C. Covert Williamina Duncan Alma F. English Jon F. Giles Tillie

Historical Society to Expand Scope in Western Pennsylvania

The Western Pennsylvania Historical Society met at the Court House and approved a plan to strengthen the organization. It calls for new meeting rooms, a library fund, and membership fee increases from 1 to 2 dollars and life from 5 to 15 dollars, funded by business leaders and subscriptions. Thomas Harper presented a paper arguing Indians are not lost Israelites, comparing customs and rites to support the theory. The paper was approved and the meeting adjourned.

Western Pennsylvania Historical Society Court House Allegheny Pittsburg Thomas Harper R. Thomas Israel Harper Loreal

Enjoyable Affair at Mt Washington Reading Room

Mt Washington ladies gymnasium class staged an entertainment to support the Free Reading Room. A pole drill by a large group of young performers earned loud applause, followed by the farce Striking 641 with a notable local cast. The event closed with a pleasant program at Library Hall.

Mt. Washington Orin Sadler Zelia Grey Minnie Head Lucy Sadler Kate Wilbert Mena Eagle Georgie Head Gertrude Heard Nellie Torrence Ella Jones Elsie Brown Cora McMillen Bessie Borrows Miss Blanche Mr. Watson W. Harper Mra. Watton McKee Lord Duttonheade G. Ogden Mr. Morland O'Hafferty 5. Williams Lawra N. Morland Mra. Plunkett L. Morland Afies Clarendon Priscilla Young Epeneiely

Allegheny Wedding at Buena Vesta Street Church

Miss Emma Taylor Peoples married Joseph Williams Jr in an Easter ceremony led by Rev. Dr. Miller. Tridemaid Margaret Soodgrass and ushers including Thaddeus Peoples attended as hundreds gathered. The couple planned a reception at Palo Alto Street and then left for New York en route to Florida.

Emma Taylor Peoples Joseph Williams, Jr Buena Vesta Street Joseph Williams Dr. Miller Margaret Soodgrass Bellevue United States Dr. Bissell Mendelssohn Palo Alto Street William Peoples New York Moston Florida Cuda

Fleming Jillson Wedding In East Liberty Draws 600 Guests

At Calvary Episcopal Church East Liberty Dr Richard K Fleiming wed Miss Elizabeth Jillson daughter of Prof B C Jillson of the High School The church overflowed with about 600 guests and spectators The ceremony was by Rev George Hodges The couple left for Washington D C for their honeymoon The ushers were J H Thompson George West W A Kessler William Kerr Charles West and Dr Thomas Gallagher The gifts were handsome and valuable from near and far

Fleming-Jilleon East Liberty Calvary Episcopal Church Richard K. Flieming Elizabeth Jillson B.C. Jillson Paris George Hodges A. M Calvary Baltimore and Ohio Washington, D. C J. H. Thompson George West W.A. Kessler William Kerr Charles West Thomas Gallagher

Brooklyn Bride and Mansfield Nuptials Reported

Migs Bessie Mackrell of Brooklyn and Harry O Hornberger of Hazelwood wed yesterday at Manefield. The bride noted as handsome and distinguished and a musician. Eleanor J MacConnell married yesterday in the Moorever Valley to Samuel J King of Pittabu.

Migs Bessie Mackrell Brooklyn N. Y J.C. Mackrell Hazelwood Harry 0. Hornberger Besidre Manefield Eleanor J. MacConnell Uoorever Valley Bamuel J. King Pittabu

Cotillion at Moork's Hall and Christy's Academy Reception

Hazelwood hosted a cotillion organized by local married women, drawing a large crowd after 500 invitations. The event followed a reception held yesterday by Christy's Dancing Academy pupils. Mrs. Jons Hawonards of Stockton Avenue Allerbeny hosted a dance honoring her daughter.

Presbyterians Plan Young People's Alliance Meeting

Presbyterian leaders in the city push to form a Young People's Presbyterian Alliance. A gathering will be held at the Second U P Church on Sixth Avenue on the 15th to unite all youth associations in Christian work.

Presbyterian Alliance U. P Ith Isto

No Need of a Navy Three Battle Ships Debate in House

The House debated naval appropriations with amendments reducing ships to two coast line battleships, then restoring the clause for an armed cruiser. Civil service suits were discussed, including Newton’s challenge to the law. The tariff bill was reported with a favorable recommendation, to be debated Monday. Pacific Railroads finance changes were outlined, and President Harrison to review troops for Pan-American delegates.

House Herbert Alabama Peters Kansas United States Cannon Tillinois McH Kerr Iowa Nion Holman Indiana Ways and Means Committee McKinley Carlisle John Stoan New York A . Co Harrison

Conflict of Authority Over Condemnation of Diseased Cattle

In Chicago on April 10 city and state officials clashed as the State Board demanded police protection to move 19 condemned cattle from the stockyards to Blue Island. Health Commissioner Wickersham argued the move violated city ordinances and urged slaughter within an hour. After a conference, city officials capitulated and decided not to interfere if state authorities proceeded.

State Board of Live Stock Commissioners B.c.mcchesney Blue Island Wickersham Union Irene

Will Fill Mansell's Pulpit in New Pastor Arrives

Rev. G W Tarbush of Westchester County New York has been appointed pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal Church to fill the vacancy from Rev Dr Mansell's suspension. Tarbush, about 40, is married with several children and will begin duties after leaving his present home.

Mckeesport G. W. Tarbush West Chester County N. Y First Methodist Episcopal Church Mansell Turbush First Church

The People All Are Walking on the Shady Side

A verse sings that summer nears as people walk the shady side of the street. It dismisses weather cues and chores, noting only the collective habit signaling season’s advance and winter’s end.

Blackbirds

Discharged Conductors Face Passenger Suspicion

A regular traveler from Pittsburgh objects to the Pennsylvania Company policy that brands discharged conductors with ticket slips. He questions why liberal gentlemen like Mr Ford promote civil service ideals yet force passengers to act as railroad detectives. He argues the dismissals were for sufficient reasons but leave patrons mistrusting staff.

the Dispatch Pennsylvania Company Ford Pennsylvania Railroad

Laborer argues Carnegie Library location debate in city paper

A reader from PhirrispUrne comments on locating a Carnegie Library near Washington and Bedford avenues, urging placing it where the laboring public can access it. He questions coal smoke concerns, rail traffic, and whether the donation serves workers or the wealthy, noting East End and Southside access issues.

Thelisnaten Ashead Toe Dispatch Daily Carnegie Library Washington and Bedford Avenue Carnegie East Li Wodee Southside Mount Washington East End PhirrispUrne

Language usage query on verb forms with had not been there

The correct form is I would have come in had he not been there. Come replaces came after would have in conditional perfect. would have came is incorrect.

Asiostows Isqquirmer

Monongahela Incline Opens in 1872 Diary Entry

In Pirrssonia on April 10, the diary notes that the Monongahela Incline began operations in 1872.

Dispatch Monongahela Pirrssonia

Defective memory limits gas trust testimony in receiver case

Testimony opened on F M Chariton motion for a receiver of the Chicago Gas Trust. Secretary Theodore E Wells gave guarded responses and admitted memory gaps on ownership of plants, deposits, minutes, and stock transfers. He could not recall who paid a dividend or who carried deeds to the Fidelity firm, with details pending in the commissioner's proceedings.

Gas Trus Crrcano F. M. Chariton Chicago Gas Trust Windes Theodore BE. Wells Trust Wells Fidelity Insurance, Trust and Safe Deposit Company Philadelphia Fidelity Company Gas Trust Company Ubariton Fidelity Widener

Reverend Dr Moffatt Faces Revision Clash in Washington Presbytery

The Washington Presbytery convened with Rev. Dr Moffatt leading revisionists opposing the confession changes. Dr Cunningham led anti revisionists arguing the alterations threaten core Presbyterian doctrines. A vote ended 17 in favor and 42 against revision, preserving the traditional confessional stance.

Claysville Washington Dr. Moffatt Washington and Jefferson College Cunningham Presbyterian Church Snowden Newark Pennsylvania

Canada Tariff Bill Debate Sees Fresh Opposition

Ottawa April 14 The tariff bill debate was adjourned after midnight without the new clause on higher live cattle duties. Supporters argued against tariff increases while opponents pressed reciprocity ideas. Bowell denied retaliation aims and US push for political alignment with Canada was cited by critics.

Ottawa Owrt Freeman Blaine Senator Hitt McMillan Landerken Mesars McMaullan Bechard Wilson Mulock Waldie Bowell United States Canada

Curious Condensations and Global Oddities

A jumble of short notices reports lamp posts draped in memory, a copper ore find near Piio, pension records of Napoleonic veterans, widespread farm foreclosures in Atlantic County, a Georgia man’s self-starvation, and freight advances from Europe to Berlin. It notes a bank exhibit with a Washington check, a Mass bar admission amid a marriage, postal bids, a woman driver in Minnesota, and a new milk and coffee plant in Avena Park. Also cited are a fatal electrocution in St John, Forth Bridge masonry, a Paris Army museum, coal dust use, a West Chester family weight tale, Alexandrite gem, a stranded whale near Melbourne, moonshine perjury, a ventilator car for bananas, labor strife in Melbourne, an automatic portrait stamper, and other varied items.

Avena Park Cal Matilda Louise Shumack St. John N. B Salvation Army Forth Bridge Paris

Comic Snapshots and Pantomime Witty Lines From 19th Century Pages

A mosaic of light verse and humorous exchanges from late 19th century papers. Jokes about tramps and doctors mix with nautical whimsy and urban glimpses. Quotations reference New York scenes and Harper’s Bazaar style satire with brief character vignettes and social quips.

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