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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1892
Page
7
A clumsy OCR note lists Pay Disratret and Per Quarter charges with monthly and weekly rates. It mentions Sunday editions, carrier delivery terms, and several odd figures including 0 or 1 year terms and cents per week.
In an April 2002 notice the newspaper asks readers who have moved to leave a new address at the business office to ensure continued home delivery of The Dispatch.
The Republican convention shows less dramatic harmony than the Democrats but aims for orderly unity. The key fight centers on Judge Ewing’s nomination for Supreme Judge, with Allegheny supporters pushing hard. Delegates face pressure on the unit rule and state convention tactics.
The piece notes Tory outlets frame the United States Italy dispute as a triumph for Italy while U S jingoes push for war. It points to Blaine’s April payments to families of Italians killed in New Orleans as a concession aligning with State Department stance from the start.
A commentary on the Illinois Supreme Court ruling that the truck law violates freedom of contract. It argues against public policy limits on contracts and compares pay in goods to pay in money, urging laborers to specify value when accepting non monetary wages.
The speaker argues the equities of the case justify rating goods at wholesale prices for wages. A strike to secure payment in money or in wholesale-priced goods would gain broad public sympathy, making the issue exceptionally clear.
The Philadelphia Press cites Western Cattle Association testimony that small ranchers with modest herds face systematic exclusion and coercive rules. Mavericks are chased, cattle auctions restrict small owners, and sales are blocked without large-owner proof of ownership. A Johnson County clash escalated to violence and lynch law.
The Senate quickly ratified the convention arranging a modus vivendi with England over Bering Sea pending arbitration. The pact binds both sides to compensate losses as decided by arbitrators, shifting control from diplomats to arbitrators. It is hoped the arbitrators will match the Senate’s swift pace.
The Chicagoans urge a World’s Fair appropriation but resist a government loan fearing loss of character. Philadelphia’s Centennial used a loan, a precedent Chicago may emulate or emulate the debt. The piece argues national credit rests on completing the exposition and cautions Chicago’s approach.
A rousing welcome home is proposed for Egan as the Administration delays arranging his return. The piece notes the need for strong public ceremony after a lengthy push to secure his homecoming.
The passage notes that Harrisburg saloon business did not produce millionaires and cites two State Conventions within two weeks, a Legislature biennial, and numerous smaller political meetings as indicators of ongoing activity and encouragement for political engagement.
A brief editorial note wishes the Congressional Record will improve transparency after the leave to print policy is tightened, signaling intent for clearer proceedings and accountability.
The majority of the investigating committee endorsed Judge Maynard's honesty and integrity. The remark implies a high level of confidence, noting that even Diogenes would have found far less fault.
A collection of satirical notes and political quips ranging from New York saloon rules to a proposed West Coast grasshopper plaque. References to Chicago visits for the Democratic Convention, England rail scandals, a new cruiser authorized by the House, and criticisms of political factions. Descriptions touch on Creede desperadoes, world fairs, Harrisburg, Pittsburg winter residents, and remarks on Free Silver versus Louisiana election outcomes.
The Cleveland Leader notes that Republican sham reciprocity has yielded real gains. It cites Cuban import data from 1891 to 1893 showing U S shipments rising sharply while European imports fall, especially flour. The piece argues Democratic opposition will struggle to label reciprocity as fraud and urges keeping the issue front and center.
A Cincinnati Presbytery committee reserved a report against Rev Henry P Smith chair of Hebrew at Lane Seminary accusing him of accepting Dr Briggs teachings. Chairman Leonard postponed until tomorrow after objections for immediate reading and pleas for delay due to Prof Smith’s ill son.
The fourth annual Congress of the Scotch-Irish Society of America will meet in Atlanta from April 28 for a three day session. The Atlanta chapter has prepared for the event in the new Capitol of Georgia with a welcome by Governor W J Northern. Noted figures including President Harrison ex President Cleveland Secretary Blaine and others have been invited.
Ohio based Pittsburg postoffice is upgraded to first class after a new building cost 1 million dollars. Postmaster McKean reports 500 963 dollars in gross receipts for the year ending March 31. The city booms with rapid progress alongside major metropolises.
The column lists various curiosities and rumors about prominent figures. The Queen of Portugal sits beside her husband as he works. Burns changed spelling after 1736. Ma Riper Haggard ranks Egypt highly. Austin Lee to marry Mrs. De Wolf Taylor. Grand Duke Paul of Russia is so tall he needs a long bed. Charles Emory Smith leaves Russia for America. Canterbury Archbishop bans Sunday letters. a Grace reportedly bans Sunday deliveries for 30 years. Astor family planned abroad reunion. J Coleman Drayton joins a party. Carl Schurz vows payback in a new book. Schurz targets politicians who thwarted his ambitions. Rospert Louis Stevesson gains influence among natives and advocates clothings and peace.
The Inter State Commerce Commission, in an opinion by Commissioner Veazey, ruled in favor of E. M. Raworth in the case against Northern Pacific and Union Pacific, limiting higher sugar rates from San Francisco to Fargo compared with the shorter St Paul route. The decision confirms that long and short haul disparities must not unjustly discriminate even when carriers justify departures. The Northern Pacific is bound by the act to regulate commerce.
Rev. T DeWitt Talmage argues for a two part compromise toChicago’s World’s Fair opening. He urges workers to keep Saturday hours and save Sundays for moral exhibits while halting secular displays. He warns that open Sundays without limits could harm Chicago’s moral and financial future.
Republican hopefuls across counties discuss possible picks for the Supreme Court seat. Rumors center on Judge Dean Judge White and Judge Sadler with predictions varying by region. Several papers note opposition to Judge Henderson and debate over eastern state advantage.
Charles J Klein died in Milford Pennsylvania on a Sunday. Born November 13 1912 in Punitz Russian Poland to a German family he pursued a university education and an early career as a distiller and hotel keeper in Fraustadt Prussia. He participated in German revolutionary movements in 1848 and fled confiscation then escaped to England and New York becoming a music teacher before moving to Pike County Pennsylvania with his family and later Milford with his son T R J Klein.
Roswell Smith publisher of Century dies at home in New York after three paralyzing strokes and long illness. Damm, a famed German aeronaut, dies in Berlin after world wide ascent work. Captain Marshal Hays of Rochester, Pa., funeral today. noted Ohio River pilot. Joux Borque ages and others die. Faname official Senor Santiago McKary dies at cholera resort. Hermes daughter of Alain dies at Spring Hill. Kock, novelist, dies. G E Elliott former bank president dies at 87. M Kotdestedt German writer dies in Berlin. Bernit Howes circus owner dies in Brewster. scattered obituary notices from 19th century paper.
The city notes several spring weddings in Allegheny and Pittsburgh settings. Miss Nan Clarke Hodge married William J. McCance at her Dallas parents' home with about 100 guests. Elizabeth Thurston and Lewis Buckley Stillwell wed at Calvary Church in a white wedding, with a reception at Sheridan Avenue home. The piece also mentions a Grand Army Fair at City Hall, a David Garrick benefit at Masonic Hall, and various musical and social events reflecting the season's society life.
A compilation of diverse curiosities covering geography and climate, professions, theater licensing, demographics, and odd traditions. It includes notes on the Gulf of Mexico rise, tradesman lifespans, Melbourne theaters, stage licensing in the Kingdom, and various whimsical or obscure observations from Europe, Africa, and Asia.
A string of clipped jokes and quips appears from various papers including New York Preac New York Herald and Detroit Press. Snippets mention a gentleman in debt a geographer bragging and a widow wearing weeds. Witty exchanges reveal light social vignettes with dated tone and regional flavor.
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