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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1891
Page
4
In Pesth a famed physician Dr K receives a weary visitor in distress. The patient, unknown to the doctor, bears signs of deep physical and moral suffering and asks the physician to listen despite warnings that arrival below stairs could be dangerous. The exchange hints at a concealed identity and troubled past.
A physician treats a man plagued by a single burning spot on the hand. After failed assurances the patient insists on a drastic operation removing a skin circle. Post surgery relief reveals deeper secrets and a later return of pain tied to a hidden past.
A narrator recalls reading a lover's letters, then killing his wife to keep the deceit secret. He describes the murder, the burial, and the aftermath, including a twist when the Countess reveals a confiding packet and the pledged secrecy. The tale centers on guilt, jealousy, and a dangerous passion.
A narrator recalls a self inflicted wound and lingering pain as a wife’s death drives him toward suicide. The account, told through an implied letter, notes torment from a concealed wound and a belief the wife will forgive him in the afterlife. Nearby reports link a rich landowner S- to death by action, with rumors of monomania and a wound existing only in his imagination.
Charlies T. Murray analyzes how the secrecy clause surrounding electrocution trials in New York affects notoriety and public perception, outlining legal and social implications for defendants and officials.
Alonzo Wardell of Huron, acting on the National Executive Committee of the Farmers' Alliance, travels to state conventions to promote the Sub-Treasury plan. He reports broad endorsements in North and South Dakota, Wisconsin, Oregon, California, and Washington, and notes growing momentum for the Farmers' movement in California and elsewhere. He expects victories in North and South Dakota this fall.
New York Aug 7 A syndicate to guarantee three years of Union Pacific financing was announced. An institution will handle market loans and the state may provide funds if needed. Members include Gould Sage Dillones Dexter Atking and Dodge. Early calls totaled 1.5 million this week with large sums pledged in the syndicate.
San Francisco reports Bayard Savall arrested on a forgery scheme tied to a letter claimed to be from ex Secretary Bayard of Wilmington. He induced ex-Senator Fair to endorse a £500 draft on a Wilmington bank which turned out to be forged. Savall cashed the draft via the Nevada Bank and asserts a legal training with Bayard but had no New York or New London residence.
Missouri State World’s Fair Commissioners met with Director General Davis then inspected Jackson Park for Missouri’s building. President Gentry announced plans will start immediately. State officials report China will be represented at the fair and the key question is whether Chinese visitors will be allowed to enter the United States, to be decided by the Treasury Department.
Allegheny County Sabbath School Association sub committee will hold a called meeting next Tuesday to arrange a Sabbath School Institute at Valley Camp later this month. Mr Reynolds of Peoria Illinois an official of the International Sabbath School Association will be in Pittsburg on September 13 and arrangements will be made for a meeting addressed by him on that date.
The Cincinnati Ice Machine Company made a voluntary assignment for the benefit of creditors to allow a quick reorganization. Receivers are Edward Worthington and Fred Bussey. Liabilities amount to 320000 with assets around 600000, serving customers nationwide and in South America. Tomorrow morning The Dispatch will publish the first correct report of the two marriages of Junius Brutus Booth.
Bank at 401 Smithfield Street Cor Fourth Avenue Capital lists surplus of 369,000 and deposits 81 and up at 4 percent interest. Bennetts Pa brewer advertises arene seam and hot wiener ceat beer. Us Morness suggests Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup as best for children.
A historical notice discusses oil as an efficient fuel for steamers and warships, highlighting rapid loading, better combustion, reduced stokers, and less smoke. It outlines storage, safety, and mechanical advantages for torpedo boats and small cruisers, with estimates of oil versus coal and implications for naval logistics.
A historical article discusses pros and cons of oil replacing coal in naval use. It covers oil station needs, safety of storage, buoyancy when tanks are pierced, cost comparisons, and potential adoption by navies including England Russia France and the United States with Naval Intelligence Office support. It notes submarines and pleasure yachts likely to adopt liquid fuel.
The dispatch lists new books for summer entertainment including Sulambo by Gustave Flaubert Eric Heye Rider Haggard translated works by A D Page Moor and Christians by Alarcon Rainy Days and Other Poems by E L M Bristol and more. Travel note mentions Fannie B Ward describing Concepcion Chile in the dispatch tomorrow. Daisy Corn Cure advertised at druggists for 15 cents.
The Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad handles a large consign ment of machinery from Chicago for the Vault Safe and Lock Works at Blaine. The equipment arrives as Blaine's new plant nears partial operation within three months and full operation by year’s end. Passenger trains expected to run through Blaine from August, with reduced board rates after August 10.
Aufrecht & Co.'s Elite Gallery at 516 Market Street Pittsburg lists a life-size crayon add on with purchase of 12 cabinets for $100 and runs until September 1. Sale includes 12 cabinets for a hundred dollars and a life-size crayon for rs 50.
J Palmer of Lawn street and Craft avenue in the Fourteenth ward recounts eight months of rheumatic pain. He credits the electrical treatment at the Electro Pathic Institute with restoring mobility sleep and daily function and urges others to seek their care. He calls the method the most scientific and rational and promises his strongest endorsement.
Mrs. John Fields of 3 Beaver Avenue Allegheny describes years of paralysis before relief from physicians at the Electropathic Institute. She had been bed-ridden and unable to move, reporting a five year struggle with the illness and its severe burdens.
Mrs. John Fieids of 0 Beaver Avenue Allegheny recounts a severe stroke confining her for four months. After constant medical care she sought electrical treatment at the Electropathic Institute, M7 Penn Avenue, and gained use of her arm and renewed abilities enabling her to perform daily tasks. She lauds the physicians and methods for potential permanent relief.
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