Ehe Dispatch announces publication details and advertising contacts
The Dispatch lists publication particulars for Pittsburg with volume and issue numbers, office addresses on Smithfield Diamond Streets, and rooms at 75 77 79 Diamond Street. It notes advertising offices in New York City and mentions distribution points in Paris and Brentano's for readers abroad.
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Diamond Street
Fastfrsm
Tribune Building
THE
Dispatch
Porelen
New York
Brentanc's
Orion Square
Arc. de Popera
Paris
France
Mets
Ballot reform gains House support amid push for Senate action
The House approved a practical ballot reform bill with broad support. Analysts warn amendments may threaten core provisions on official ballots secrecy and ballot stuffing detection. Editors urge Pennsylvania to pass the bill soon to avoid lagging behind other states.
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House
Senate
Coal firms accept eight hour day to ease mine dispute
Two leading coal firms have signaled acceptance of the eight hour day and the rate asked, a move from wining officials that may reflect cautious progress. Yet no solid reason exists to deny fair discussion of the proposal, and a premature strike could worsen operators’ position.
Patents and Monopolies Debate Over Patent Laws
The piece argues patent laws create monopolies yet incentivize invention. It cites monopoly risk, rewards to inventors, and historical examples where public benefit was delayed or lost. The discussion weighs whether inventor reward can be secured without exclusive monopolies.
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New York
Patent laws and the inventor reward discussed
The text argues that patent laws can protect inventors by rewarding ingenuity without a monopolistic feature. It notes that when such features defeat the law's intent on a large scale, an impartial review is valuable.
Unfortunate disposition on wage questions prompts concern
The piece contrasts this year’s split stance with last year’s conciliatory approach to wage disputes. It warns that forcing submissions on labor or squeezing workers risks industrial harm, urging both sides to adopt a conciliatory attitude to ease hardships and prevent idle periods.
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Tre Diseaton
The Grip In Europe Epidemic Spreads Abroad
Our cable dispatches show the grip epidemic in Europe. last year it spread from Europe to America, this year reversing direction. The uncertainty of travel challenges existing theories of the disease and its cause, presenting a new phase to its character. Scientists may offer an explanation and a preventive or cure would be gratefully accepted.
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Europe
America
Call to remove East Liberty stockyards after fire
The editorial urges removing the East Liberty stockyards after a major blaze to unlock valuable residential land. It argues the yards depress local property values, estimates land worth 10 000 to 12 000 dollars per acre versus replacement at 1 000 to 2 000 dollars, and says the burning presents a chance for public and corporate gains by relocating the yards and clearing space for homes.
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East Liberty
East End
Critics question costly fortifications for New York harbor
The New York Board of Trade and Transportation urges defense by economical means such as laying pipes to fill harbor approaches with burning petroleum, arguing tens of thousands could suffice. The piece critiques endless fortification spending and notes broader coastwise concerns amid potential war pressures. It also touches on Connecticut gubernatorial issues, Jamaica ginger price drop, expected large watermelon crops, opium tax debates, and political tensions in Britain and Germany.
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New
Watchful Eye On Expenditures Amid Tariff Turmoil
The Philadelphia Record questions funding for the Billion Congress as sugar duties repeal lowers revenue. Republicans are blamed for high spending with reduced revenues, while the Accord praised for revenue cuts. A playful note about President Harrison touring California ostrich farms suggests wary vigilance. Regional crises in South America are cited as further dangers.
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Philadelphia
Bismarck Likely Elected Reichstag Opposition Leader
It is foreseen that Bismarck will today win a seat in the Reichstag and assume leadership of the opposition. He will rebuke the Government's arbitrary acts and stand as a striking figure challenging authority, evoking biblical imagery of a prophet rebuking sin.
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Bismarck
Saul
Satan
Sin
Unclear deal rumors and rail policy poke at old myths
SPRECELES denies a deal with Havemeyer and Elder yet uncertainty lingers about his real meaning. Two hungry Chioans are praised for feats surpassing blame by any nation. The Washington Post notes rail law claims say US lines fall under interstate rules while Canadian lines do not, urging correction of the misrepresentation. The push to remove politics from Indian school work is praised, yet main point remains that campaign promises are kept later rather than sooner.
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The
Washington Post
United States
Commission
California gas strike at cemetery sparks land speculator lore
A report of striking natural gas in a California cemetery fuels belief that a long-standing Western land speculator’s scheme has been uncovered. The tale links buried wealth to a historic boast, drawing attention to speculation and local legend surrounding the site.
Notable Figures Toured Europe and Notables in Public Life
Notables noted include Bre Queen of Italy who attends lectures, Jonnx T. Forp of Baltimore hailed as oldest U.S. theatrical manager, Krxo ALEXANDER of Servia planning European court visits, Rev. F. B. Mevrenr of England aiding Moody, and M. or FReYern t the new French Academy member and cabinet veteran. Albert Brerstapt to study in Europe for Columbus painting for the World's Fair. Dr Felix Pouses, age eight, Bresian lawyer and Reichstag member, poised to lead the Center party. Mann, Dove as, Cheshire’s first female poor law guardian. Duke of Westminster backs her election. General Jonx S. Mospy, guerrilla leader, now in Alexandria after leaving Warrenton. P. T. Barnoum’s latest marriage tale ends in a quick, staged arrangement.
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Krxo Alexander
Servia
F. B. Mevrenr
England
London
Moody
M. Or Freyern ®T
Academy
Albert Brerstapt
Europe
Lasaing
Columbus
Felix Pouses
Reichstag
Dr. Windthorst
Center Party
Germany
Mann
Dove
Cheshire
Duke of Westminster
Jonx S. Mospy
Alexandria
Warrenton
Republican Party
P. T. Barnoum
Deaths of a Day: Weaver and Rosewell Ladies
Mrs Eliza Arthurs Weaver widow of ex Major Henry A Weaver dies at Penn avenue residence in her 70s after a lingering illness. Daughter of William Arthurs and Robert Arthurs, she leaves one surviving child, Mrs J L Marshall. Mrs Thomas Rosewell aged 91 dies at 846 Penn avenue. mother of Sergeant Thomas Rosewell. Funeral for Mrs Weaver to be held tomorrow at 2 PM from the family home.
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Eliza Arthurs Weaver
Henry A. Weaver
Penn Avenue
Fink National Bank
Mr. Weaver
J. L. Marshall
Henry A. Weaver & Co
Thomas Rosewell
S46
Gentral Eee Station
Noted chess player Cartain MacKenzie dies. several obituaries
Obituary notes report Cartain MacKenzie dying at 4 pm in New York. Ex-Maxon P. W. Kennox of Odell Illinois died Monday from nervous prostration. burial planned in Newark New Jersey. John Wefres, Schenectady’s oldest resident and likely oldest American railroad engineer, died Monday. Other notices include the burial of Mus. Bard Gra Lee’s mother, the funeral of Thwitiss Dixon of the Fifty-fifth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and the deaths of laPrs, a large soap manufacturer in Baltimore. French poet Jose Hin Botlary. Mowan, a retired piano maker. Margaret Burgese Davidsos. Eliza Williams. H. C. Houghton. W. Lancaster. Judge Frederick Curtze. Charles Henry Campfield in Savannah.
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Cartain MacKenzie
New York
Maxon P. W. Kennox
Odell
Ill
Newark
N.J
John Wefres
Schensetady
Bard Gra Lee
Troy St. Michael’s
Thwitiss Dixon
Lsixty-Fivet
Pennsylvania
St. Peter's Pro-Cathedral
Athens
Poristopheer LaPrs
Baltimore
Jose Hin Botlary
Lone
Lyons
Epwart
Mowan
A. B H. Gale & Co
New York City
Maks
Margaret Burgese Davidsos
C. Davidson
Peans
Lvania Lines
Pittsburg
Washington Street
Allegheny
Eliza Williams
David L. Williams
Pittsburg Gas Company
James BH
Williama
Rural Avenue
East End
Six Short Stories and the Hawthorne Double
A humor sketch notes Julia Hawthorne has a famous double whose likeness fools Hawthorne’s intimates. While walking down Broad Street a friend misidentifies a man as Hawthorne, prompting a short dialogue about a mistaken meeting and a rejected drink. The tale blends wit and social observation.
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New
Hoffman House
Humph
Hawthorny
Sepeen
Empress Eugenie and the Sedan Crisis Fashion Battle
A French volume argues the Empress failed to save Napoleon III after Sedan by lacking a suitable riding costume. Einsie de Girardin urged her to reveal abdication on horseback, risking ridicule. They chose not to act, leading to banishment of the Imperial family and the empire's end.
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Count d' Herison
France
Eugenii
Sedan
Schoef
Napoleon
Einsie de Girardin
Girardin
Prince Imperial
Thiers
Mpire
Tuileries
Louis XV
Pygmalion Tale From Inland Columbia Range
A Swiss-like miner named Dominick and his Italian wife settled in the Columbia foothills about 15 years ago. He carved a marble statue from a square of stone, shaping a living woman after months of patient, solitary work. He starved while his sculpture grew, neglected his wife, and after three years she left, later returning to attend a funeral. The statue was placed at his grave as a tribute to the Pygmalion who breathed life into stone.
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Bpokane
Acolo Deminick
Italy
Columbia Range
Advan
Dominick
Downtalas
The
Columbia
Columbia and Marks the Resting of A Pygmalion Who Work Wodl Hare i Gailateses
Ean
Lion the Newfoundland Loyal Family Helper in New Orleans
A Newfoundland named Lion proves highly attentive to a mistress and her children in New Orleans. He follows the baby, lies on the parlor carpet, and shows affection, though he sulks when scolded for dirtying the carpet. The mistress values him and would not part with him for money.
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Lion
New Orleans
Lien
Lion's
Eminent Lawyer and Daniel Drew in Courtroom Rift
A New York Times report recalls a social hour dispute where Daniel Drew, famed Wall Street figure, faced a suit over a $35,000 stock transaction. A skilled lawyer assessed the case and, through strategic trial avoidance, secured a win by title alone, leaving Drew irate and vowing to expose the lawyer’s tactics.
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New York Times
Daniel Drew
Drew
Vicland
Mr. Drew
Speh Lawyere
Hypnotised by a Coyote in New Mexico reminiscence
A Las Cruces correspondent recalls a vivid frontier scene near Rio Grande Hotel where a group of explorers, including Colonel Lawrence, discuss hypnotizing a coyote while watching a band of about 200 mountain gales on foothill trails and sharing era frontier tales.
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Rio Grands Hotel
Vera Graz
Las Cruces
N. M
St. Louis Globe- Demo
Lawrence
Texas
Eens Vk
Birds Flee as Coyote Attacks in Circle
A chaotic scene describes birds circling and huddling as a nearby coyote nears. The coyote lunges, grabbing multiple birds with quick bites, creating a dramatic, solitary moment that observers deem remarkable.
Civil Service Reform Affects Indian School Service
The Civil Service Commission, with Interior and Indian Affairs approval, orders classing Indian school superintendents, assistants, teachers, and related staff under civil service. Roosevelt notes the change mostly affects Indian schedul ed work, not agency employees, and aims to make Indian service non political while extending merit rules. An amendment allows promotion to the classified service after two years in government service and passing a non competitive exam.
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Civil Service Commission
Wasu Victor
Secretary of the Interior
Commissioner of Indian Affairs
Harrison
Civil Service
Indian Service
Roosevelt
Saidi
Polae
Kmnes
Hebe Department
Sonia Seton
Hasea
World's Fair Matters and Mexico pledge noted
In Chicago on April 14 Don Luis Buller a Mexican railroad magnate plans a 150000 pledge for the World's Fair on his own account and warns Mexico's exhibit may be less attractive. United States Consul L W Meyers in Victoria BC says the British Columbia coast will be well represented by a palace and a native coal pyramid plus fishery features. Exposition rep Romalgé Hitticock reports securing pledges for a government display from Tianjin. An executive committee minutes dispute prints of November, Miss Couzins action deemed a serious violation of manager respect.
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Don Luis Buller
Mexico
United States
L. W. Meyers
Victoria
Victoria Board of Trade
British Columbia
Romalgé Hitticock
Tien Tsin
China
Sey Man- Chine
Irheada
Miss Couzins
Remarkable Woman Lydia Sexton Preacher and Chaplain
The Rev Lydia Sexton born April 12 1799 in Sussex county New Jersey is described as a remarkable woman who has preached across the country as a Unity Brethren minister. She served as chaplain of the Hansan State penitentiary from 1870 to 1872, with ex congressman Harrison Kelley on the board. Her memory and singing voice are noted, and she is linked to a French Marquis ancestor.
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Lydia Sexton
Sussex County
Rockport
New Jersey
Unity Brethren
Brattle
Wash
Mre Sexton
Hansan State Penitentiary
Harrison Kelley
Indiana
Ohio
Dainois
Kansas
Missouri
Arkavaéas
Washington
Anthony Cozot
América
Open seasons for protected fish across PA and neighbors
Fishermen learn open seasons for trout salmon bass and more across Pennsylvania Maryland and New York with dates ranging from April to December and exceptions such as Pike county delaying fishing until May. The notice lists state by state periods for trout salmon bass carp and other species to guide local anglers.
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Izaak Walton
Pike County
Pennsylvania
Maryland
New York
Bulkeley's Case in Court Opens in New Haven
The gubernatorial dispute moves to the Superior Court in New Haven as Gov Morris mounts quo warranto against Mot G Burkeley. The suit also names Lt Governor E Merwin, with proceedings aimed at preventing delays. The writs were issued April 21 and served today or tomorrow, as the sheriff acts.
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Connecticut
New Haves
Morris
Mot G. Burkeley
Little
E. Merwin
Merwin
Burkeley
Judie Prentice
Bulkeley
Sugar deal ends competition between refiners and trust
In New York on April 4 brokers announce an agreement between independent refiners and the trust to end competition and to unite in facing refined sugars on the market. The details are uncertain though the Sugar Grocers Association of the Eastern States is involved in the deal.
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New York
Wilett & Gray
Positions Reversed in Chicago News Era
Formerly Farmer Peffer and Senator Ingalls, Peffer becomes Senator while Ingalls, boo in hand, rails Kansas evil into fertility and potato production.
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Chicago News
Peffer
Ingalls
Kansas
Procedure Proper New York Recorder
A short note advises on stain removal with blotting paper and milk for ink marks on carpet. It suggests sending the carpet to a cleaner to remove milk stains and preserve the fabric. The guidance reads like a practical household tip column from an old New York paper.
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New York Recorder
Wisconsin House Advances Antitrust Bill in April Action
In Wisconsin Mapimax on April 14 the Wisconsin House moved the anti trust bill to a third reading. The article notes penalties including fines and imprisonment as part of the proposed enforcement.
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Wisconsin
Mapimax
Wis
House
Senator Election Principle Amid Bribery Free Campaigns
The Louisville Courier-Journal emphasizes that a United States Senator must be elected free from bribery and coercive influence, urging voters to support integrity in the electoral process across California and Florida references.
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Calfornia
Florida
Louisville Courier-Journal
United States
West States Congress Opens In Coates Opera Hotel Meeting
The first Western States Commercial Congress met at noon at the Coates Opera Hotel with delegates from California to Oklahoma. John Wickliffe of New Orleans received applause, Gov Francis of Missouri welcomed delegates, and discussions focused on reciprocity, protection, bi metal currency, free trade with the world, river connections, currency volume, and safeguards for farmers. President Harrison sent a letter declining attendance but urging broad, inclusive debate.
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Western Commercial Congress
Coates Opera Hotel
Western
California
Washington
Idaho
Colorado
New Mexico
Wyoming
Montana
Hansasa
Iowa
Nebraska
Missouri
Minbeanta
Wisconsin
Michigan
Milinois
Indiana
Kentucky
Tennessee
Alabama
Mississippi
Louisiana
Georgia
Texas
Oklahoma
Pbs
John ©. Wickliffe
New Orleans
Newes
Chiat Hennessey
Kelly
John W. A. Eprinkst
Illinems
Francis
Congress
Mexiclo
Canada
South America
Weat
Great Lakes
Jim International
Contone
City
Buenos Ayres
Dwight Thatcher
Topeka
Manse
Harrison
WasHninotTor
D. C
Kansas City
Sin
Commercial Congress
Nats
Mississippi Valley
United States
Barker
Spectator
Jadgnisat
Ching
India
BertaMin Harmer
J. M. Rok
Agriculture
Petter
Charien Fee Adams
Homeopathic Hospital Association Meeting Report and Social News
The Homeopathic Hospital Association held its twenty fifth annual meeting with President Metesli in the chair. Reports highlighted treatments totals, 288269 prescriptions filled, 12000 visits, and substantial funds expended on buildings and maintenance. Social notices include a grand Lafayette Hall benefit for the Aged Colored Women’s Home and multiple wedding announcements detailing local society events and engagements.
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Homeopathic Hospital Association
Metesli
Mr. McCay
McClélland
School of Nurses
William Thaw
Willard Repor
W. J. Martin
Soumere
Vna
Weaa. Herres
McCoy
Ladies’ Association
Holmes
Veltdusta We
William van
Herron
X. Sieschense
Georgeco
Frank Semple
Gee Eschotent
George 8. Gor
Mailed Lottery Letters Arrest In El Paso
An inspector telegram from Maynard and Clum reports the arrest of Nicholas Leibheimer, manager of the Mexican International Banking Company of Juarez, as he allegedly mailed lottery letters in El Paso. The case aims to curb wholesale lottery material being sent from the city.
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el Paso
Post Office
United States
Five Largest Tack and Wire Nail Firms Consolidate
The Taunton Tack Works general manager Tomas J. Lathrop and Price & Loring Company executive Mr. Parks lead a nationwide merger uniting the five strongest tack and wire nail businesses. The deal aims to strengthen industry leadership and stabilize prices across the sector.
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TaustTom
Tomas J. Lathrop
Taunton Tack Works
Mr. Parks
Price & Loring Company
Onancal
Curious Condensations of Odd Inventions and Oddities
A collage of curios and tiny feats from 19th century life including a Delaware shad sized fish priced at two in Sealy a combined plane and washing machine by a York inventor a green rose from a Gloucester florist and a preacher of strange claims A St Louis traveler carries a human body sample as a novelty and a Western scheme to curb drunkenness via a state asylum reflecting a parade of strange odds and ends from ports farms and shops.
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York
Asherman
Seine
Thurlow
Gloucester
St. Louis
Wednesday Wit and Wry Musings in Newspapers
A collage of quips and dialogues from Chicago Tribune and Life humor columns. Fragments include preacher salary rebates, beer queries, butcher trades, and feisty exchanges between actors Colonel Ochiltree and Maurice Barrymore.
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Smithfield and
Diamond Streets
Polagy
Patly Disraten
Darcy Insraton
PATLY
Dany Dreraton
DALY
Y Lee Ave
Union
Jamaica
Salisbury
Commons
Cullom
Kaiser Wilhelm
President Harrison
Carne
Spreceles
Havemeyer and Elder
Bre
Jonnx T. Forp
E. A. Weaver
Ma. H. C. Houghton
Houghton, Miffin $ Co
Riverside Press
Cambridge
Ars. Mowghton
St Paul's Church
Hoston
Fin Ecey
Charie
Lida Lancaster
Logansport
Ind
Dtoen
Brotherhood
Kallruaders
Frederick Curtze
Erie
Decegeed
Charles Henry Campfield
Savannah
Faron Araeappatie
Connecticut Superior Court
Wholesale Grocers
Trust
Pacific Coast
Central
Boman
Lawie Wade
Ryegate
Shain
Eremey
Lafayette Hall
Mrs. & Dorsey
Mra
BE. Thom
L. Gould
Mra. B. Hawkins
Mra. C. Bell
Mixes E
Mra Fackeda
M. Watson
Mra. Watson
L. B. Purpress
M. H. Smith
Hallie Wilkinson
Aida
Pitsburg
E. Johnson
C. Strothers
Mra D. Richarde
Beasia
Attongeuntathie
PA Granderton
E. So A. Moeeby
Bleather
Jomeen
Pere H Bell
Dorsey
Rev
N. Boas
C. Asbury
James Mortiméreey
Ler
Clintgar
Misa Lillie B. Bradley
Am Thaw Edwards
Charles A. Holmes
Mrs. Edwards
Main Street
Misa Dora
C. L. Hilger
William OC. McKinney
Anxte Barntree
Jacob Foster
Abertite Losing
T. Alexander
Rena
Academy Balding
Fifth Street
Tus
Reinhart
Cae Hall
Alien School
Denny M. E
D. H. McKee
W. G. Hollshaw
Seine Katie Uresh
Marrow
Owlsg
John H. Hampton
Women Industrial Union
Linowo M. E
King's Sons
Emory M. E
Arenions
Westinghouse Electric Campahg
Mex International Company
NEW Tack Trust
99 Inn
Hammerfest
Rebben Island
Cape Colony
Atchison
Barnum
Brasil
Astoria
Ore
Pete
Japan
Britain
Rothamsted
Pyony
Dratkenness
Terbu
St. Paul, Minn
Cunard
Ita
C. H. and
D. RB
Hamilton
Berthet
Stong
Manly
Conran
Af Aeoe
Wittion
Elder
Hankerson
Deacon
Chicago
Barrymore
Barry
Rick
Marty
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