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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1889
Page
4
The piece notes Gov Beaver being an optimist who sticks to his chosen plan, praise for Treasurer Thompson’s quicker actions, and critique that Beaver resists new ideas. It highlights a Pittsburg Relief Committee struggling to speed up disbursement amid delays and cautious leadership.
The special examiners appointed by the administration report in favor of Pensions Commissioner Tanner, exonerating him from charges amid partisan attacks. Supporters say his veteran experience inspires sympathy for soldiers, while opponents failed to prove irregularities. The affair ends as a boon for Tanner and a setback for his critics.
Reports on yesterday's coke workers strike vary from few plants stopping to a general escalation. Many workers deny the order and question its justice, while the strike seems aimed at a firm that recently boosted wages. The conservative element appears strongest amid the dispute.
The piece cites Edward Bellamy arguing that trusts mark a shift toward a new era in commerce, while noting monopolies are not new in history. It contends bad laws and tyrannical policy enable monopolies, which profit the few at the expense of the many.
The text argues that railroad charters were nullified by neglectful public policy, enabling trusts to flourish in defiance of anti monopoly law. It notes the long history of watered stock and inflated valuations used to manipulate investors, citing railroad capitalization far exceeding actual investment. It claims the trust model mirrors prior stock watering schemes and highlights the public’s slow recognition of the fraud.
The author critiques a surge of street railway charters, noting many are future contingent and aim to deter competition rather than guarantee profits. State grants lack intrinsic value without city rights of way, so Governor Beaver's recent charters may not boost local assets despite the optimism about the cable lines and potential dividends.
The New York Evening Sun argues that U S Consul in Tangiers and a Maryland citizen both faced whipping but under different legal bases. The piece notes Maryland law authorizes such punishment while U S statutes do not, urging the State Department to limit penalties to U S authorized punishments.
The article questions Detective Norris pursuit of Kilrain, suggesting Kilrain may dodge to Virginia and other states. It contrasts with Sullivan's arrest and hints at motives tied to immunity payments. It notes Huntington's railroad strategy toward the Southwest and criticizes the Miller Angelus sale as a likely fake art deal.
Readers are warned against circulating rumors of British interests purchasing 10 and 15 cent theaters in Eastern cities. The claim is questioned with note that British syndicates have previously limited such acquisitions.
The item surveys public figures and opinions from Delaware County to Pittsburgh. It mocks 10 and 15 cent theaters, notes resignations under Collector Cooper, questions coal pricing, and jokes about a coal weighing in Chicago. It mentions Worthington and Whitney politics and hints at national campaign chatter. An electric car in New York touts storage batteries while Allegheny artesian wells challenge hydrant water.
Hon Lambert Trex plans to donate a LaSalle bronze statue to Lincoln Park Chicago. Princess Louise returns to bright wedding rings while Mrs Kendall gains prominence in English theater. Senator Evarta linked to Williams constitution for North Dakota and a $6000 payment claimed. Bearse rumored for DC Recorder of Deeds post. A W Lyon buys controlling stake in Helena Independent. Dr Charles F Hines named among Key West Summer School lecturers. Joseph Dunlop takes over Chicago Times editorial desk. John Tyler son of ex president declines further health, paralyzed and weakened after years.
The Derrick’s July oil report shows 633 wells completed producing 7 022 barrels, down 2 wells and 628 barrels from June. It notes 232 active derricks, 62 dry holes, 281 rigs, and regional totals across Venan Butler Armstrong and the South West with 4 683 barrels from 155 wells, plus 39 dry.
In Harrisburg August 1 the State Treasury reports nine banks hold the general fund totaling 1 422 005 17. Leading depositories include Economy Savings Inst Beaver Falls and others like National Philadelphia and Beaver County banks. The Economy Savings Station has remained undisturbed for years per Senator Quay's wishes.
Miss Virginia Diehl three year old daughter of W J Diehl of Hiland avenue East End held her first public Lilpatian reception last evening. The event drew many Lilpatian visitors as Ellia Kin her mother and several older attendants assisted in hosting.
The note reports confusion over French elections with General Boulanger suggested to be backed or labelled as a celebrity by voters. It reflects era speculation and public perception of political figures.
A Sioux sun dance transforms a boy into a warrior and grants him standing in his camp. The event lasts about two days each year in July or August, with Standing Elk as Grand Marshal guiding officers to a vast gathering near the Keya-Paha agency. Dancers endure sun, dehydration, and ritual incisions to earn status.
A reader asks for the distinction between common and preferred stock in railroads and other firms. The reply explains that common stock receives dividends after operating costs and bond interest, while preferred stock has priority up to a fixed rate, with any excess dividends then shared with common stockholders.
J M K of Pittsburg asks what a copper coin dated 172 bearing Georgius Rex and Britannia on the reverse is worth. The reply notes it is an English penny from George I’s era and coin collectors quote values from 10 to 40 cents each.
In Kenneedell Pennsylvania a notice states that those who participated in the battle of Gettysburg are to be given transportation. It does not mention other soldiers and raises questions about who will be served.
In letters to the editor the writer cites the 1880 census and asks whether Philadelphia or Chicago will claim second place after New York. The note notes uncertainty pending the 1890 census results.
London cables report a Magdeburg sugar syndicate and the American Sugar Trust allegedly seeking to dodge duties by coloring sugar to meet a lower tariff. The plan reportedly involved 000,000 pounds of sugar sold to the New York Sugar Trust, but lacked funds and collapsed. Treasurer Searles rejects any Sugar Trust contracts with Germany and calls the German syndicate’s moves a speculative effort to raise raw sugar prices.
Robert W. Bartlett of New Bedford and Patrick Cunningham, inventor of the Signal rocket, arrive at the Lafayette Hotel en route from Norfolk to Scranton to verify Scranton Steel Works can produce four inch tubes. Cunningham, builder of the exploding harpoon, believes the lifeline rocket will become essential on ships and has perfected it over six years.
Warrants fill the Orleans Court dockets as Charles H Nye sues Rube Loving of the Seventh Street alley over a mocking bird. Nye claims the bird’s chirps disturb the neighborhood while Loving cherishes its songs. Deputy Marshal Connelly executes a warrant demanding removal and silencing of the bird.
The Czar plans to visit Germany but fears for personal safety in Berlin despite cordial invitations. Royal visits are festive yet tense when the guest must wait for the host to taste the soup first.
A mix of brief quotable lines from various papers shows sharp takes on ethics and daily life. The Boston Courier and other editors offer wry reflections on character, honesty, and social norms with a dash of humor.
American Consul August L. A. C. Jones recounts a visit to Nanking to confer with Viceroy Tseng on American interests. He describes the ancient city wall, ruins of palaces and temples, the Ming tomb area, the city’s size and learning institutions, and the presence of American missionaries living under guarded conditions. He notes the Viceroy’s courtesy, and the mandarins as hosts during a four day stay.
Boston August 1 report describes a unique gold case watch owned by W T R Huntington of Cleveland. The piece, presented by his father John Huntington, cost about 1000 in gold to the makers Messia J Badellet & Co of Geneva and features a four ounce case and 400 intricate components with multi dial complications and a chime mechanism.
The author of Refreshing Freokness endorses M. Halstead for the United States Senate to replace Henry B. Payne. The filing asserts a square contest with no personal aiming motives, only public interests in the office.
In New York on August 11, the habeas corpus and certiorari writs for Henry H. Ives and George H. Stayner were returned in the Supreme Court chambers without argument. Ives and Stayner faced dismissal after initial attempts to withdraw, Ives consenting to the papers’ indorsement. Ives wore a blue serge suit, and Stayner appeared pale as both were sent back to Ludlow Street jail.
George Gould of Pacific Mail reported a salvage of about 200000 in gold ore English securities and other valuables from the Granada which ran aground near Punta Tejahan. An English expedition recovered the treasure and sent it to Manzanilla before shipping to England.
Actor Duncan B. Harrison travels from California to the east for surgery after a leg injury sustained during a prison escape scene in his own play The Paymaster. He continued acting on crutches in San Francisco, but persistent activity forced amputation to save his life.
Inspectors of the Board of Health seized 8 000 bunches of overripe bananas from the Atlas Line steamship Alps. The cargo was consigned to Atlas Line and the loss falls entirely on the carrier. The ship Alps is reportedly from Costa Rica.
A blue jumper clad man claimed he represented Grover Cleveland to take the ex president’s office chair. Lawyer Stetson released the man, later proving him a thief. Inspector Byrnes investigates to recover the chair and a pattern of similar thefts targeting prominent men.
A tug boat Johnson hauled a lighter into her dock at noon when 18 year old deckhand William Craft stepped near a hawser near the rail. The hawser tightened and amputated his right foot, which fell to the deck. He may die from the injury.
Elihu Condon reports four weeks of nightly loss of chickens and eggs. He startled a large snake inside the hennery, killed it, and cut it open to discover three china nest eggs packed inside its body.
The Hamburg steamship Columbia began her maiden trip eastward this morning with Captain at the helm. Expected arrival at Southampton in about six days. Aboard were Carl Schurz, Carl Schurz Jr, Miss Agathe Schurz, Miss Marianna Schurz, Master Herbert P. Schurz, D B Hubbard United States Consul at Annaberg Ashbel P Fitch and Mrs Fitch.
Robert C. Israel, a Brooklyn wholesale and retail meat dealer, sues Armour & Co and other dressed beef interests claiming a railroad rebate on Chicago beef sent to Brooklyn yields about seven thousand dollars. An open commission to take Chicago testimony was granted to appoint commissioners.
From the Troy Times: an item about a young Sioux Indian named in a feature that notes many white neighbors who are not honest enough to live plainly, prompting regional discourse on integrity and public behavior.
Reports from Junction City describe a brave woman with a shotgun repelling a gang of railroad workers from destroying a building on her husband’s land. In Williamsport a 24 year old witness from Cogan Station testified in a judicial contest. An Erie parlor incident ended with a husband beating an intruder with a whalebone whip. A Norristown apothecary displays an illuminated aquarium. Casual notes mention lemonade and local names Warren and West Chester.
A collection of brief items covers imports and employment, soldier heights, peddlers, new church work in Dover Maine, wolf hunting legends in Lyons Nebraska, legal notices on private clubs, dream anecdotes in Georgia, a Texas preacher tale, tragic child death from a cherry stone, hair oil humor in Cameron Missouri, Dutch archive snippets, a snake in a laundry line in New Philadelphia, Swiss wood carving origins, and curious cases of extraordinary memory in Wisconsin.
A fragmented dialogue hints at a seaside visitor named Dennis who cannot play lawn tennis and faces woes in love. Miss Gladys Herbeau and Mr Hermano exchange lines about affection, worth, and personal healing amid oblique stage tones.
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