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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1891

Page

4

Che Dispatch front matter and publishing addresses

The Dispatch announces publication details and office locations in Pittsburgh and New York with advertising and distribution notes. It lists business offices at Smithfield and Diamond Streets and rooms in The Equitable Building New York, plus distribution points in Paris and Union Square for readers and advertisers.

Diamond Street Pasters Theore New York Dispatch Bucome Direntono Union Square Paris Prenee

Bismarck’s Defeat Signals Shifting German Politics

In a Gedemstadt context the article notes Bismarck’s diminished standing as a candidate for the Reichstag. It explains that his opposition would be weak, while Socialists and princes appeal may hinder his return. It also mentions a potential supplementary ballot shaped by financial considerations.

Bismarck Germany Geestemaade Toer Emperor Princeses Belebetag

Italy Delays Blaine Reply Over Cable Charges

Italian officials delay reply as financial constraints hinder message delivery by cable. The piece notes Rome's inability to pay tolls, while the writer questions the nation’s stance and anticipates the foreign ministry’s eventual response.

The Indian Problem in War Time

A editorial weighs the failure to enlist Indians as soldiers and asks how to use or manage the savage population. It argues Indians could build livelihoods if enlisted, support loyalty as scouts in war, and warns that neglect or forced action could threaten white settlers. The piece frames the government’s task as urgent for settler safety and national growth.

Panpore Wen

Gresham and the Alliance Nomination Debate

The article discusses Walter Q. Gresham as a potential presidential nominee backed by Alliance politicians. It notes doubts about his willingness to switch parties and the likelihood of victory if nominated by the Farmers Alliance. It suggests Gresham could accept the honor if nominated, but emphasizes uncertainty about his chances and political alignment.

Alliance and Third Party Prospects in U S Politics

The piece doubts a third party formed by agricultural leaders will gain real momentum. It notes the Alliance lacks a unified coalition to be called a party and warns such a coalition would revive sectional conflict. It bets Judge Gresham would not accept Alliance nomination, leaving farmers likely to vote Republican unless they switch.

Dudee Walter Q. Gresham Farmers’ Alliance Party of Hope Alliance White House Joedee

Governor Pattison Vetoes Study of Physical Culture Bill

The veto blocks mandatory physical culture in public city schools, arguing for simpler instruction and prioritizing core studies. The Dispatch notes broad concern that adding more subjects would reduce attention to fundamental learning and hinder overall progress.

Pattison Commonwealth

Opium Trade Anger Behind Indian Rebellion?

The editorial argues England's India troubles may stem from Russian influence or religious fanaticism but also from opposition to opium traffic by high caste Hindoos. It notes rebellion spreading beyond the original district, questions the government’s decision not to appoint an inquiry committee, and suggests political use by opponents.

England India

Legislation to curb smoke nuisance gains House push

A bill allowing cities to enact ordinances to suppress smoke nuisance passes the State Senate and moves to the House. Backed by Pittsburg and other towns, it faces possible delay but has broad support for clearer skies and healthier conditions. The piece is seen as vital, with opposition minimal.

State Senate House Pittsburg

Blunder May End Political Career Over Kentucky Poorhouse

A quoted remark calls a blunder potentially fatal to a political figure and notes a Kentucky poorhouse death where a woman lay dead for two dates, demanding a thorough investigation into the case.

Kentucky

Resignation at Allegheny Workhouse Superintendency

The Workhouse in Allegheny County loses a capable official as Henry Warner resigns to take a private sector post. Rumors swirl about replacements as outsiders seek the plum. Home rule urged to avoid external appointments.

Henry Warner Allegheny County Warner

Witt President Harrison Hosts Canadian Envoys in October

In Washington reports note Witt President Harrison receives Canadian envoys on October 12. Commentary hopes the swift Washington departure of the Dominion representatives will not repeat, while discussions touch on the Glass Trust transparency and the value of imported sermons taxed 15 percent ad valorem.

Witt Harrison Bast Washington Dominion

President Carnot to tour the South of France in May

A report notes President Carnot will depart Paris late in May for a swing through southern France. The item lists accompanying figures and hints at the social context of the journey amid a crowded column of brief notes on notable figures and events.

President Carnot Paris France Hexey M. Stanley Mrs. Tennant New York Liverpool

Ohio Safe Deposit Bill Advances in House

The House passed a safe deposit and trust company bill authorizing broad powers after amendments. A separate bill reallocates 1,000,000 to the sinking fund and 532,175 to general revenue from the 1,882,025 direct tax. The Senate also approved a bill making it a crime to tap telephones. A penitentiary investigation report left minor issues unresolved.

Co.imaves Safe Deposit and Trust Companies Senate General Revenue Fund General Assembly

Italian Minister Demands Proceedings Over Riots

The Italian minister’s first demand for punishment of rioters shifts to judicial action. Blaine corrects that indemnity language does not imply U S responsibility to insure Italian lives or grant extra protection. Families may sue lynchers in federal or state courts. the government will meet its obligations to Americans and Italians alike.

Blaine Italy York World United States Eos

Blaine Replies to Italian Note Over New Orleans Affair

Secretary Blaine responds to the Italian government in the New Orleans matter. He rejects Italy’s demand for immediate punishment of mob leaders and denies any U S recognition of indemnity due to families. The tone is dignified and firm, aiming to show substantial justice and world opinion in favor of the United States stance.

New York Blaine New Orleans Benet United States Italy

Alaine Defines His Position in U S Italy Dispute

The New York Herald prints a detailed correspondence showing Mr Blaine correcting Rudini on indemnity and financial reparations for victims. He asserts treaty obligations remain intact and cites Webster’s 1851 exchanges with Spain to support his stance against any compromise.

New York Herald Ind Italy United States Blaine Rudini Stato Hisine Mr. Webster Spain New Orleans

Probable New Orleans Lynching Prompting U S Indemnity Talks

New York Morning Journal notes Blaine hesitates to promise indemnity payments to Italian families over the New Orleans mob killings. It suggests state authorities may have connived or sanctioned the mob, signaling possible new diplomatic correspondence between governments.

New York Morning Journal Blaine New Orleans

Diplomatic Letters on New Orleans Incident Stir Debate

The New Orleans affair draws mixed reactions as Elaine’s letter to the Marquis di Rudini is debated in American press. Commentators praise Blaine’s stance on treaty violations and U.S. courts while noting Italy may view the rhetoric as blustery or misrepresentative.

New York Times Elaine Marquis Imperial New Orleans Marquis di Rudini Candi Marquis di Rodini Bisine Blaine Congress United States

Blaine Defends U S Stand Over Indemnity Treaty

The Philadelphia North American reports Secretary Blaine reiterates the American position on indemnity tied to the 1871 treaty with Italy. He asserts the U S cannot interfere with Louisiana law and that indemnity hinges on treaty provisions and proper legal redress.

Blaine’s arcane talk on Italian diplomacy criticized

The report paraphrases Mr Blaine arguing that his approach in Italy is simple and straightforward and reflects a belief that the diplomatic effort must be plain and primitive, though it notes a likely failure to fully apply these ideas.

Philadelpha Inquirer Rep Blaine Italy

Letter Draft From Italian Minister Sparks Diplomatic Debate

A long letter from Mr. Elsine defends Italy’s stance while urging restraint on Radini’s Foreign Minister response. The piece argues the lynching victims were Italian subjects in New Orleans under treaty protections and not violating immigration laws, insisting they acted illegally if fanatics. It criticizes Italy for recalling its minister and for a harsh tone, urging a calmer, more courteous reply.

Maltimore Elsine Radigi Orca New Orleans Italy United States Louisiana Onda Hiaine

Blaine Holds His Own in Diplomatic Battles

The Baltimore Sun reports Blaine engages in a tense exchange with the Fatian government in a struggle over funds and proof. The correspondent suggests little comfort for the allies as they await results and patience wears thin.

Baltimore Sun Dem Blaine Bimecit Marquis Radini Margee Kudini

Whisky Trust Upholds Secretary In Dynamite Plot Inquiry

The Whisky Trust annual meeting dated April 1 in this city declares secretary Gibson innocent of a dynamite plot against the Shufeld distillery. The President reports no doubt in Gibson’s statement and vows the company will continue in a straight and upright manner while investigations proceed.

Whisky Trust Gibson Trust

New York Man Sues Over Fake Imprisonment in Poker Dispute

Ernsten Epstein of New York sues David Strange of Amsterdam in Supreme Court for 10000 alleging a fake imprisonment tied to a draw poker game. Epstein claimed a loan, threats of arrest, and a disputed check payment ending in Epstein's discharge after counsel action.

ErnseTon Gstave A. Epstein New York Supreme Court David Strange Amsterdam Strauss Epstein New Torpstein

Deaths of a Day: Cantwell and Others Pass Away

Colonel Edward Payne Chrysostom Cantwell of Utica New York died at St Simon's Island Georgia on April 11 after a long public career. Also noted are death notices for John Cain of Home Sled and Colonel James Armstrong of Greensburg a former editor and state militia officer.

Edward Payne Chrysostom Cantwell LL. D Utica N. Y St. Simon's Island President Polk North Carolina North Carolina Volunteers Hariny Issh Method James Armstrong Greensburg Armstrong Westmorrland Bar Waashington Washington, Pa Roundhead Greensburg Fuel Company

Obituary Notes and Notices of Varied Local and International Figures

Obituary notes list diverse figures including Philip Keller Irish immigrant in Pittsburgh, Syed Yesterday, and William McCagne friend. Mentions GEO C. Gruneet LEEPSR, Jons H. Lacer, Je Je Cons Fort Leon Kans, Lewis Wildiame Granville, Jolta Collins in Winsted, Mrs Samuel F. Borkines St Clair Springs. Also mentions Napoleon Strus in London and Benjamin Ufford elderly recluse.

Soptre Mines Geo C. Gruneet Leepsr Lawrence Kay Jons H. Lacer St. Louis Jaures Cons Fort Leon Kaw Lewis Wildiame Granville Mana Jolta Collins Winsted Conn Samuel F. Borkines St. Clair Springs Mich Mark Hopkins Baltimore St. Clair Uren Marwen Thirty-ninth Street Mahret Geyerval. Lavel Count Lavalia France Denver London Paris Benjamin Ufford John Dayton York Cis

Graduating Exercises at Pittsburg Training School for Nurses

Graduates received badges at the Homeopathic Hospital after two years of training. Dr. L H Willard and Rev. Dr J W Inez praised the class, diplomas were handed by William Metcalf, and 1887 graduates present received badges. A Hebrew Benevolent Society meeting organized an auxiliary for J M Gusky Orphanage Home with donations.

Pittsburg Training School Pittsburg Training School For Homeopathic Hospital William Metcalf Board of Trustees L. H. Willard Mev J. W.inez Hoe Willard Metcalf Jennie E. Campbell Jee H. Davin Mary A Jordan Florence BR. Harrison Alicea A. Parsons Cecalia KE. Able Jeaner Locke Emma M. Pooley Bartha Doak C. H. Hoffman Ladies’ Hebrew Benevolent Society Eighth Street Temple J. M. Gusky Blumberg L. Fleishman EB Goldsmit Blom Emanuel Wertheimer M.oenheimer Iris William Renee R Raob L Lebman de Wolf Sorahim Baer Liveyong Wildberg Mra. S Frank

Local church and school entertainments raise funds

A string of community events lit up the week from Trinity Hall to Turner Hall with dramas, elocution, music and social gatherings. Proceeds benefit orphans, churches and local missions as groups like the Epworth League Allen School and Young People's Society host performances.

Eg Waverly Society Allegheny High Sool Trinity Hall Sleetth U. P Epworth League Sharpsh Methodist Episcopal Church Allen School Turner Hall Utopia Circle Charles Thompson Miller Street Seecare Club Episcopal Church Schubert Musical Club Harry Armstrong Jack Lafaye Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor Sixth Presbyterian Church

Progressive social at South Twelfth street club noted

A Low West desistant party at the Richardson club on South Twelfth street featured fifteen games with each member inviting a guest. Parade Comern of the Senior O U A M will host a Wednesday song in Faeld’s Hall. Captain Henry and Company A of the Fourteenth Regiment received gala badges from the Military Relief.

Dence Page Street W. P. Brenanpson Richardson Aart Richardson Tail Treason South Twelfth Street Paras Comern Faeld'’s Twenty-second Street Purente Henry Fourteenth Regiment Jobstown Thomas Baker Bureau of Health Henry Schultz

Governor sustains veto on physical culture bill

Governor Pattison vetoes House Bill No. 8 declaring it would force city school boards to provide physical culture in all grades and schools. He notes the bill would impose instructional duties and potential penalties through state funds and questions the need for added requirements across districts. The veto reiterates reluctance to grant broad power to compel physical education.

Yhlegram HaBuisavuna Pattison Lherewith Commonwealth Cies de Sant Bone Orth Andy Turners’ Society of Pittsure

Majority and Minority Reports on Western States Congress

The Western States Commercial Congress debates the committee on resolutions report with a minority and a majority, agreeing on most items but diverging on three: free coinage of silver, legal tender notes definable in gold and silver, and a tariff for revenue only. Additional resolutions urge federal river improvement, arid lands irrigation, reciprocity treaties, and a Gulf deep water harbor. Proceedings focus on transportation and commercial law papers and speeches.

Committee On Barnas Crry Commercial Congress Rusk Agricultural de Peeve Mississippi River United States Gulf of Mexico Congress

Chicago canvass shows Hempstead Washbourne ahead in mayoral race

Officials report the canvass of 7 of 34 wards and City Hall unofficial returns for 5 wards give Hempstead Washbourne a 1,904 plurality over incumbent De Witt C. Greezer. Figures in several wards remain subject to revision with little expected change.

Chicago Hempstead Washbourne de Witt C.greezier Ogures Ziren

Floods Sweep Canadian Town as Coffins Drift Away

Heavy rains flood a Canadian town on October with the mill river overflowing. Campbell's block is undermined and collapses in a crash. James McIntyre, an undertaker and furniture dealer, loses his stock and coffins float downstream in a grim procession. Efforts to save goods fail due to the high water.

Loafers on Fifth Avenue Spark Pittsburg ire

The Pittsburg weekly laments persistent loafers and masher crowds on Fifth Avenue near the post office steps. It urges the police to crack down, arguing respectable women deserve rights and safer evening streets. The piece cites the city’s pollos force and a fearless chief as key to restoring order.

Pitseburg Fifth Avenue Pittsburg

Notable local names note in transit and society

G W Heathley Jr of Westinghouse leaves for Portland electric line work. D W Bingham of New York attends Monongahela gathering. expresses sorrow over American Window Glass collapse. Mrs M B Quay and family travel from Washington to Beaver. Richard Quay meals at Seventh Avenue. Senator remains in Washington. W A Stone returns from house hunting. Irving W Kelley of Trenton visits Knights district. G F Braden of National Transit Co. and wife registered at Seventh Avenue. M Allen shifts to editorial work on Johnstown Daily Herald. Captain Hill, boat owner, at Monongahela. J A Barclay of Chicago region with Westinghouse Electric at Duquesne. I M Warsburger of New York at Schlowar. J P of New Castle present.

G. W. Heathley, Jr Westinghouse Electric Company Portland Ore D. W. Bingham New York Monongahela Chicago American Window Glass Company M. 8. Quay Washington Beaver Richard Quay Seventh Avenues W. A. Stone Irving W. Kelley Trenton N. J The Knights of the Golden Jo G. F. Braden National Transit Company of City Seventh Avenue Co M. Allen Tax Drs- Atch Johnstown Datty Herald Ee Hill Arenes Mononga Mentien Piruberg

Curious Condensations of Oddities and Inventions

A miscellany notes electric cabs in Stuttgart and Paris trials. It reports ostriches sold, a Reading dressmaker swallowing scissors, a Chinaman taking Seetener in Dorchester, and a Halifax Vermont woman laying eggs. Also mentions Siberian railway plans, Prague exhibition dates, and a Sweden pest transformation.

Aushein Et al Halifax Reading

Fragmented humorous exchanges in a Boston paper

In a comical scene from a Boston publication, readers encounter fragmented dialogue among Emerson Brown ing Mrs Browsing and others. The quips touch on topics from insurance to streetcars, with whimsical mishearings and dialectal twists.

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