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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1890
Page
1
Severe and decrepit roads in Beaver County hinder travel marked by rough, precipitous surfaces and dangerous conditions. Officials warn motorists to proceed with caution as repairs are planned.
Beaver county dispatch reports a statewide road reform mission. An Irish farmer advocates self-help road work and farmer tax duties. a dangerous river road near Industry is described, along with failures of local maintenance and calls for permanent, state-guided improvements.
Columbus reports an evening paper details alleged crimes by W B Cherrington former deputy warden who resigned to take a Jeffersonville Indiana post. He faces murder and conspiracy charges tied to Convict Clark Ours and Lockard with claims of counterfeit plans and an attempted escape. Affidavits from Lockard support the assertions as new prison management investigates.
The Irish Land League Executive Committee adjourned without hearing from Mr. Parnell about a national convention. They will write to him urging approval of the plan. If he consents, the convention will be held in Baltimore next autumn.
At noon today 8 W Stewart was shot through the head by the 11 year old son of B K Sweet at Sweet's Front street saloon after a quarrel. Stewart died instantly. the boy is under arrest. Public sentiment on the case is divided.
Ice jam in Cape Rouge narrows remains the sole obstacle to ocean navigation with high tide expected April 22. Steamers now operate regularly between Montreal and Lake St Petersburg and between Quebec and the lower St Lawrence.
The Baton Rouge river rose 11 inches in 24 hours and stands 24 inches above the previous high mark. Water floods Front street and Garig Redy Hart store, signaling near-levee disaster if the rise continues.
Washington reports Meadville post office race heats up as Culbertson withdraws Hollister recommendation. Protests mount, others tied up in Senate. masterly inactivity by lawmakers affects Titusville and Corry nominees as postmaster positions stir local factions. Lightner.
A proposal attaches to first and second class post offices a yearly opportunity to rest at home without pay loss. The estimate for granting these leaves of absence is $194,037 per year.
Washington April 18 Blaine announces that differences over arbitration have been resolved. The Blaine substitute passes with cheers as Quintana's resolutions are aligned with the treaty. Delegates plan to sign minutes and await a White House address, then return home. Blaine to travel south starting Saturday night with a quiet Sunday at Old Point Comfort.
News from Harlan Court House reports a fierce confrontation between state troops and an outlaw band in the Black Mountains. Five militia men were wounded as troops besieged a log house used by the outlaws. reinforcements were sent and a further clash is anticipated near the fortified camp.
A bill introduced by Senator His cock proposes national banks may secure circulation with deposits of Government State railway and municipal bonds at or above par market value and not in default for ten years. Government bonds may issue notes equal to face value.
A bill in the House proposes 15 days annual leave for clerks and employees in first to third class post offices after one year of service. The Postmaster General sent a letter to the committee expressing support for the measure, but opposed applying it to third class post offices citing service interest.
The House Postoffices and Post Roads Committee approves a modified Blount bill allowing the Postmaster General to erect postoffice buildings under set revenue limits. Buildings priced up to 25 000 dollars, with variations by county seat status, and sites may be donated or purchased up to 5 000 dollars. The fiscal 1891 appropriation is 2 million dollars, potentially affecting about 2 000 locations.
From Pittsburg at Willard's this morning the Americas Club listed Harry Reed M H Reed A L Logan and W M Gibbs among registered members. They plan final talks on speakers for the coming banquet with Reed Clarkson and McComas likely in attendance. The Pittsburgh party returned home this evening.
CuriaCo reports Eiffel plans to erect a tower in the fair city with Edison as co‑builder and full funding. They expect a height 500 feet more than the Paris structure and a million colored lights to dazzle spectators, signaling strong New York backing and optimism for the project.
Mayor Grant opposed the electric light firms at a Gas Commission meeting and favored gas illumination for the city. The panel postponed electric lighting bids while awarding 3,680 lamps to Equitable Gas Light at 12 dollars per lamp and queried why Standard Gas Company did not bid as required by its charter.
April 18 in Santiago del Cuba two bands of bandits raid the countryside, killing three guards in a clash. Authorities vow severe repression and pursue the outlaws as fear drives up to 300 residents to flee estates for safety in the city.
A contract was signed last night for constructing a standard gauge railroad between Brownsville and Corpus Christi. Work is to begin in 90 days.
Frederick C. Markham testifies New England Freestone Contractors seek labor from foreign workers after other states fail to supply. Orlando W. Norcross cites 210 men refuse eight hours at 50 cents, cutting work and drawing sympathy. Cutters' Union head says contractors gave no reply to 50 cent wage demand. aliens newly arrived barred from union membership.
Philadelphia dispatch notes the South Penn Railroad reorganization with George F. Baer as president and Vanderbilt interest representation, while Reading officials decline to discuss connections or completion amid litigation risk and cautious Pennsylvanian Railroad officials deem the project unlikely to proceed.
Last day of landing at Castle Garden with 320 steerage passengers on the Bohemia and Hamburg passing through the 28. Emigration Commissioners hold a valedictory meeting and read the contract termination with the Treasury. The Treasury must still provide for sick and insane emigrants. Superintendent Jackson and staff remain in place. Barge office ready to receive immigrants tomorrow.
Mexico City April 18 finance minister Dublan sent to Congress a proposal to authorize a loan not exceeding the amount owed to railroads for subsidies. Funds would be negotiated with banks railroads or private parties and subsidies would not be increased or new ones granted, seen as debt conversion. Congress is expected to approve without dissent.
In New York on April 18 Judge Lacombe upheld Commissioner Shields order to return Luis Oteiga Y Cortez to Cuba for trial on embezzling Spanish Government funds. Cortez remained in U S custody as appeal to the Supreme Court is planned.
Mrs. Buick was found dead in her bed at her mountain home on the Newburgh plank road about five miles from Ellenville. She had stabbed herself to the heart, leaving small children and a husband in an asylum. Authorities think distress drove her into temporary insanity.
The American Federation of Labor plans an eight hour day campaign beginning May 1 led by the Carpenters and Joiners, with AFL funds and local unions mobilized. Meetings rise from Maine to California as thousands join the push and non union workers feel pressure to support the effort.
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