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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1890
Page
4
The notice details a one year 3000 day daily insurance plan including Sundays and a weekly carrier delivery. It specifies a yearlong term with a Sunday edition and a weekly rate.
Readers may leave the city for the summer and have The Dispatch mailed to a chosen address. Rates include 0 cents per month or 20 for three months, with Sunday edition included in the summer plan. Changes require listing old and new addresses.
The author argues Republicans nationwide rally behind Blaine, crediting his tariff and reciprocity approach with reviving belief in his leadership. It notes Blaine’s quick grasp, broad public affairs sense, and enduring suitability for the 1892 presidential race, contending rivals lag in vision.
Analyzed by Harvard President Eliot, the article argues normal American life is widespread in small communities like Mount Desert Maine where towns self govern with low costs and strong schools. It cautions against overemphasizing crowded urban ills and stresses studying trends to guard the nation’s future.
The passage argues that urbanization and economic forces threaten normal healthy American communities. It notes census data showing population growth concentrates in cities and warns of decay of basal American society. It urges thinkers and patriots to investigate false urban tendencies and seek remedies to preserve democratic character.
An extra edition reports Kemmler’s electric execution yesterday morning, noting protests by electrical companies who fear using current for capital punishment. The piece argues electricity proves it can kill criminals and innocent people alike, despite corporate veto attempts and legal challenges.
The Chicago Times uses Argentina’s financial crisis as a warning for the United States. It cites land loans and a $200,000,000 railroad expansion program as flaws of extravagant governance under Celman. The piece links Stanford’s land mortgage scheme to U S concerns about finance, railroads, and fortunes for a few.
The piece argues a Republican drive to curb immigration and regulate foreign labor, citing Judge Lacombe and the alien contract law. It notes European surplus populations and calls for a lawful remedy while commenting on tariff reciprocity amendments and intra-party opposition. It also mentions votes on the federal election bill and the Quay Club in Philadelphia.
The article discusses a resolution noting war outcomes persist, condemns the fores bill as impractical, and praises a view that shifts across political sides. It cites Mus Franx Leslie on Marquis de Leuvillie’s asthma and critiques imperial lords of commerce forming trusts to benefit consumers.
The piece critiques political dealings around Senator Quay and alleged corruption funds as the administration seeks relief from partisan disputes. It notes European silver market moves tied to U S policy and questions a silver bill’s purpose. A bronze tablet for the Pan American arbitration plan is proposed, with a gold statue implied for the statesman who advanced it.
Senaron Plumb buys thirty newspapers. Misa Rose Elizabeth Cleveland's novel attracts interest as Longstreet issues a new war book. Castelar writes life of Christ and a Spain history. Lady Dawro defeats divorce suit and roles on stage. Mrs. O. B. Grant vacationing with Ulysses in Westchester. Rupert Pravis marks Sith birthday in Philadelphia. Miss Motte E. Skawall, prize-winning novelist, is Tyler's niece. Vanderbilt women form Whatsoever Circle at Newport. Parker preaches one minute sermons to targeted classes. Hetty Green wealth estimated at 10 million. three other women at 90 million each. Mrs. Terry's baby at 60 million. Chapultepec castle reportedly to be sold to Jay Gould for 5 million and become Gould winter home. Mrs. Roser T. Lincon sails with two daughters on City of New York. Boston Grand Army week guests include Barton, Logan, Wittenmeyer, Alger, Proc tor, Noble, Rask, Sherman, Sickles, Horey, Berdan, Foraker.
Ferdinand Schiffer, 609 pounds, fell from the steamship Thomas Morgan near South Beach and, unable to swim, believed he would die. He did not sink, survived about an hour and a half in the water until the steamer Han Captain Post rescued him with a block and tackle, then regained consciousness.
A compilation of editorial asides and political jabs ranging from a Parisian proverb critique to remarks on the Democratic Senate, wheat shipments from South Dakota, a Nashville election with mixed tickets, and a satirical letter on favors and graft. The piece hints at social and agricultural topics with sharp humor.
The Boston Herald notes a striking example of self rebuke as Senator Hiair urges limits on Senate debate while colleagues grow weary of lengthy sessions. The piece suggests opposing views from Blair and others on the method and timing of curbing discussion.
A Pittsburgh reporter records doctors praising electricity as a healing agent. A case describes rapid pain relief and swelling reduction after electric treatment, with a full recovery in one day. The article cites experiments and a physician’s belief in electricity’s potential, noting variability in understanding its exact action.
The twenty first annual Sherman Brigade reunion will be held at Mansfield Ohio August 18 20 21 and 22 Camp Buckingham near the site of the brigade's 1861 organization. Speakers include Generals Sherman Wood and Brinkerhoff along with other dignitaries. Grand Army Day is August 21 with General William H Gibson delivering an address recalling Civil War hardships.
On July 21 a body found at the Lombard Street wharf in Philadelphia was identified by Nawton Morgan as his brother Winfield Scott Morgan. The corpse, buried by the Coroner, had supposedly drowned but reappeared alive, with Scott inquiring who was buried under his name. The Morgans, once residents of Chester, are known rag traders with troubled domestic histories.
The National Bar Association gathered in Indianapolis on August 6 with delegates from 18 states. President Doyle and Hon. A. C. Harris welcomed attendees as officers were elected: President Charles Marshall of Maryland. vice presidents from standard circuits. secretary Wm. Reynolds of Maryland. treasurer Judge Pike of Ohio. The afternoon covered proposed by law changes as the group planned for tonight's reception at the Columbia Club hosted by the local bar association.
August meeting of Board of Trade representatives from Duluth Minneapolis Milwaukee Detroit Indianapolis Cincinnati Louisville Boston Kansas City St Louis and Chicago discusses the uniform bill of lading approved by railroads A committee will draft a bill reflecting shippers views for tomorrow approval. Also obituary notes Frederick Fox of Reading dies at 84. he kept voting in every election.
Mrs Laura Herget Nichol wife of Rev W M Nichol and daughter of Mrs Johanna Herget of Allegheny died at Maneparah Mission Egypt on the 17th of last month. The an incomplete line ends the item.
The annual church lawn fete at St James RB Church Wilkinsburg features music by St Thomas Band Braddock in new $1 000 uniforms cake walks mandolin music and balloon ascensions. Officers in charge include President Mrs W McCook and Vice President Mrs J Lambing with a long list of helpers and colorful booth decorations and treats.
Miss Bertha Carpenter Howell of Philadelphia wed Robert Doodiey Osboro of Sewickley Pa at 12:50 in a quiet ceremony at the bride’s summer home. Judge Magruder gave away the bride, with Harry Osborn as best man and Mary Osborn as maid of honor. About 15 guests attended a wedding breakfast and dinner before the couple left for a extended trip to the South.
Mr. David Woods of Allegheny and Miss Rita Osterstock of Alliance Ohio were married at Alliance Tuesday evening and plan to reside on the North Side. Osterstock was famed as a belle of Eastern Ohio with many friends in the city.
Citizens of Newton Falla report a strange animal about five feet long and eight inches high with a sleek brown body. Despite multiple hunts and over four guns, the creature remains at large as missing poultry and sheep prompt a second organized chase.
A Chicago telegram reports few Pittsburg Odd Fellows attended a city parade after railroads canceled special excursion rates. An Allegheny member blamed the move on railroad refusals, leaving only a lone local to lead a makeshift contingent. The incident sparked state pride and indignation over the transportation setback.
Calv in S Brice United States Senator elect from Ohio has bought the Indianapolis Sentinel and plans to move it to the new Occidental Hotel block at Washington and Illinois streets. The deal, secured from the estate of William Fleming, aims to boost Brice for the 1892 presidential nomination, with Standard Oil money backing the effort.
Grant's Vienna envoy Frederick Grant writes from Washington that the decision on moving his father's remains from Riverside to near Washington rests with the people of the United States, not the Grant family, and the monument also belongs to the public. The note appears in the Kansas City Journal clipping.
A Chautauqua program review notes a tableaux from Ben Hur staged by 42 local performers with Mr. Cox directing. Thomas Higginson lectured on aristocracy, arguing it shifts from birth to wealth and praising its peaceful benefits yet warning of dangers. Evening entertainment by the Shubert Quartet and reader Mrs. Nella Brown Pond is praised.
A nostalgic poem recalls a grandmother’s garden filled with blooms and scents. Descriptions span syringas, tiger lilies, primroses, sweet roses, carnations, lilacs, lilac scented herbs, and a honeysuckle vine. The speaker longs for home while living far away in the land of orange and pine.
A Kentucky writer argues the state’s roads became macadamized through state county and private effort, notes turnpike companies and tolls, and questions ongoing maintenance and toll policies. He cites legal avenues to force repairs and proposes replacing tolls with county taxes. August 8.
A letter from J. EC in Kecksfort discusses whether original packages of liquor can be sold in Allegheny county. The piece notes that original packages exist in counties where liquor is sold, and cites a Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision used by some to justify unlicensed sales, while warning that selling without a license violates the Brooks law and remains unsettled legally.
A letter to the editor urges black voters in the South to focus on state and municipal elections, support the candidate who might be beaten without their help, and let whites carry the burden of political pressure. The writer claims this tactic could lead to gradual acceptance of voting rights. August.
A short note asks why most city laundries bear the name Troy. The writer, Pritsavec, August 4 Dam, suggests Troy laundries have a reputation for good work, implying the naming reflects quality.
A Dalton area family gathering brought together seven sons and their descendants at the late Major William A. Crane residence. The Camp lineage traces from Rutherford County North Carolina founder Thomas Camp through two marriages and many offspring, culminating in a storied southern census presence. Renowned as a prolific clan, the Camp brood emphasized heritage and kinship during the reunion day.
In his annual address President Adams reaffirms the Farmers Alliance stance against rechartering or chartering any lottery. The convention members expect no adjournment before Saturday and no action has been taken regarding Congressmen.
Secretary Benjamin Butterworth of the World’s Fair directory argued for using Washington Park in Chicago instead of Jackson Park as the Fair site. He cited Washington Park’s high dry land and proximity to Jackson Park, saying it would prevent drainage problems and suit the project.
Chicago officials finalize the annual school board census for 1800 reporting a total population about 100000 higher than prior estimates. The discrepancy is blamed on inexperience and carelessness of federal enumerators.
A jumbled column from Snohomish County Oregon notes a fir tree cut down and local misadventures. It mentions a faithful dog in Hamilton Ohio, a champion fisherman in Carnesville Georgia, and a strange amputation story in Sumner Washington. Several scattered items cover fires, funerals, historic locomotives, and a found 1570 German iron plate with Pennsylvania ties.
A collage of quips and misread lines from various newspapers and voices. The pieces include undertaker jokes about caskets and delirium tremens, travelers and farmers misunderstandings, a rattlesnake on Lake Champlain, and playful exchanges about aging marriage and mistaken identities.
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