The Dispatch Publication Address and Advertising Office
The Dispatch notes its establishment in 1865 with offices at Smithfield and Diamond Streets Pittsburg. It lists publishing rooms at 76 77 and 70 Diamond Street and an Eastern Advertising Office in New York Room 21 offering full files of the Dispatch. It mentions agents in Brevetne’s Paris and New York for advertisers and readers abroad.
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Pittsburg
Smithfield
Diamond Streets
Diamond Street
Thibuse Katlinixg
New York
Dispatch
Brevtane's
Cwion Squerr
Ave. de Opera
Paris
Francs
Terms of the Dispatch Free Subscriptions
The notice lists various newspaper subscription terms and rates for the Daily Telegraph and related editions. It includes prices for annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly delivery, with different inclusions such as Sunday editions and home delivery by carriers.
The Senate Blockade and Debate Over Thrift Bill
Pittsburg reports on the Senate blockade as Republicans resist a gag rule and Democrats press minority rights. Senators Teller and Sherman show restiveness, while Hoar and Ingalls are cited as potential replies to the impasse. The scene hints at an extended session and evolving political tactics.
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Bear
Committee On Rules
Senate
Teller
Sherman
Ohio
Patese
John James Ingalls
Reed
Demand for Theaters in Pittsburg Grows Rapidly
The article notes plans for new theaters in Pittsburg and nearby areas, promising six stages in sight with Davis Williams and others pushing expansions. It argues population supports more venues yet cautions management and attractions determine a theater's success and urges a pause on new projects for now.
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Duquesne
Pittsburg
Davis
Harry Williams
Columbus
Allegheny
Harry Williams’ Academy
Harris
Brill
A New Mercantile Plan by the Farmers Alliance
A discussion of a proposed mercantile system by the Farmers Alliance of Kansas to market farm products and buy supplies. The piece weighs potential benefits and risks, noting competition with merchants and possible reductions in middleman profits if the alliance can transport grain and supply farmers more cheaply than existing systems.
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Farmers Alliance of Kansas
Allinnes
Ths
Proposed Alliance Faces Competition From Specialized Trade System
The piece argues that merging agricultural products and supplies into a single alliance risks inefficiency and dishonesty. It warns against a universal organization spanning grains to hardware, favoring specialist departments and market knowledge for each staple. It notes potential abuses but doubts a permanent exchange framework can beat unhampered competition.
A Vision of Labor Strife and Depew’s Political Sparks
A column reviews the New York Central strike as a clash of rival narratives over promotions and dismissals. It mocks Depew’s boast of fair hearings while speculating on a future move by the railroad’s leader to broker peace and boost a presidential bid.
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New York Central Railroad
New York Central
Knights of Labor
K. of L
Road
Europe
Depew
Ocean Greyhound
New York
Dr. Dépew
The New Reading Policy and Western Connections
The Philadelphia Record views the Reading Railroad move to build independent New York terminals as legitimate and a sign the new Reading management aims to strengthen by broader connections. It notes potential western links to Pittsburgh and warns that Pennsylvania Railroad opposition could spark court battles and affect the fate of an independent line through Pennsylvania.
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Philadelphia and Reading Railroad
New York
Philadelphia Record
Reading
Pittsburg
South Penn
Baer
Pennsylvania Railroad
Penseylvania
Pennsylvania
Delamater Seeks East Handshakes Amid Quiet Political Climate
The piece notes Mr. Delamater plans to press the flesh in the East this week with Mr. Seymour L. Rau praising his reach in Pittsburg. It laments that Delamater will not respond to Senator Emery’s charges and mocks earlier promises of a Blankenburg epistle.
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Delamater
Seymour L. Rau
State Republican Committee
Pittsburg
Dellmaier
Emery
Blankenburg
Mr. Delamater
Acceptance Terms Consider Increased Potential of Handshakes
A discussion suggests acceptance terms could raise possible outcomes beyond numerous informal handshakes, indicating elevated potential engagement and agreement prospects.
Cardinal Newman Dies after a Long Distinguished Life
The 19th century arch figure John Henry Newman has died aged and honored after shaping Victorian religious thought. His secession from the Church of England and the Tracts of the Times influenced Anglicans, Catholics, and figures like Keble Gladstone and Tennyson. His later years were marked by lasting esteem and public acknowledgment of a life devoted to service.
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Cardinal Newman
John Henry Newman
Newman
Rome
England
Times
Pusey
Church of England
Ocean
America
Keble
Gladstone
Tennyson
Whately
Manning
Frondes
Canal restoration vs rail takeover discussed in Washington report
The report by receivers of the Chesapeake and Ohio canal in the District of Columbia argues the canal can be restored and pay for itself with coal freight. It contends Maryland favors railways, risking a public right and a waterway across the Alleghenies, while urging court challenges to stalled sales to corporations.
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Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
District of Columbia
Maryland
Cumberland
Ohio River
Alleghenies
Coaal
United States
Political barbs and partisan jabs linger in era headlines
A garbled column riffs on Jay Gould water bans and tariff debates as Senator West resists concessions. It notes the New York Herald’s shifted stance on Blaine and Pa politics, Clarkson’s resignation, Husted’s politics, and a Southside ferry crossing stubbornly delayed for over a century.
Young Italian Nino Pursues Dream Of Milan Opera
A poor 20 year old Italian named NeroNino travels from miles to Milan to hear a famed prima donna in Sonnambula. He sacrifices money and rest for a single ticket and a night at the theater where exhaustion shadows his anticipation as the opera ends before he can enter.
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Nero
Milan
Nino
Mendelssohn
Ohio Governor Faces Veracity Clash Between Rival Democrats
The report of Governor Campbell risking Ohio militia over federal election law sparked a public feud with two Democratic rivals. The dispute centers on who is telling the truth while Campbell remains unscathed in the controversy and tied to a broader party squabble.
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Campbell
Ohio
Foraker
Fragmented Poem Fragment on Summer Day and Poetry
A reflective piece laments poets needing support and food, noting gray western skies and a silver river. The speaker muses on forgetting a summer day if constant poems cannot buy essentials, ending with a sharp jab at poets’ hunger and unacknowledged effort.
Electric canal boats and the Adams trolley proposal
W L Adams proposes using an electric trolley to tow canal boats to save labor and time. The electric powered boats would deliver cooking, heating, and lighting for the captain while moving at a steady pace. Water power could supply the motors and Adams argues costs would be moderate, stressing canal improvements as crucial.
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W.L. Adams
Notable Figures Clarify Events Across States
Ex governor Parrison and ex speaker Carliste set to address a Bethleham Pa mass meeting on September 6. Emmons Rudge arrested in Hartford 65 years earlier for selling ice deemed unhealthy by city doctors. Dr Selah Merrill of Andover MA lectures on Palestine at Round Lake NY, once US Consul at Jerusalem.
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Parrison
Carliste
Bethlehem
Emmons Rudge
Hartford
New York
Northwest
Jonnx H. Stan
Coronel J. F. Bates
Post Office Department
Norfolk
Joms M. Steadman
Brockport
N. Y
Cornell University
Agricultural Department
Williiam H. Love
Baltimore
Sandy Hill
Dorchester County
Smithsonian Institution
Moss Stafford
Cottage City
Martha's Vineyard
Paul Jones
America
Boston
Tuk Church Progress
St. Louis
Kenrick
Willis Plans Georgia Wedding After Old-Fashioned Courtship
A Georgia couple Willis and Mary, amid neighbor chatter outside a grocery, vow marriage at Ebeneezer meeting house. Mary’s mother approves reluctantly, fearing heartbreak, while Willis touts wealth and readiness as the couple prepares to wed soon.
Change from Jackson Park to Washington Park for World’s Fair
August 11 report from Cutcaco states directors favor moving the World’s Fair from Jackson Park to Washington Park. Washington Park opponents cite ground damage and legal barriers, while Jackson Park real estate interests and rail companies fear loss of value and profits.
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Cutcaco
Jackson
Washington Park
Jackson Park
Lake Front Park
Ilinois Central
Difference in Size Worries Edward and His Love
A quirky poem fragment describes Edward admiring a woman with fair eyes and hair while joking about size. He notes her head seems in the skies as he reflects on their contrasting statures and affectionate banter.
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Edward
Pure Water campaign arouses Southside leaders in politics
The piece lauds Hon. A. C. Robertson and supporters of clean water policy marching toward victory. It notes John James recalls and ties to the Kansas Farmers' Alliance, hints at the Decalogue debate in politics, and mentions House leaders delaying Secretary Blaine. It also mocks a New York Journal of Commerce correction about Kemmler’s execution and reports Democratic sentiments from Kentucky Perry County votes. SHORT crops imply West exhaustion in census-driven production.
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A. C. Robertson
Duquesne Heights
John James
Kansas Farmers’ Alliance
New York Journal of Commerce
New York
Kemmler
Journal of Commerce
Salmon Run in British Columbia Surpasses Expectations
The Minister reports an extraordinary salmon run nearly equal to last year with twenty thousand fish caught by canneries yesterday. The season challenges prior theories and suggests road-work at the Government fishery station is boosting yields, making this one of the best seasons on record.
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Ottawa
Unostentatious Man’s Death and Hidden Farewell Request
An unassuming man died after a long illness while friends gathered. He asked for a simple tombstone bearing only his name and the letters L. A note hints at a dramatic transition to the Moroccan massacre story without further details. The passage blends obituary tone with a separate sensational headline.
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Haring
Kansas Farmers to Run Grain and Livestock Trade
The Kansas Farmers Alliance with 145000 members forms the Kansas Alliance Exchange to handle grain and live stock shipments to Kansas City Chicago and St Louis. It aims to cut middlemen profits by direct farmer sales and purchases from manufacturers, paying cash. The venture reports rapid activity with sales over 2200000 in less than three months and claims savings of 5 to 50 percent for farmers while threatening local dealers' businesses.
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Torgka
Farmers’ Alliance of Kansas
Kansas City
Chicago
St. Louis
Kansas
Commission
The
Kansas Alliance Exchange
Alliance
Tennessee voters and the Australian ballot impact
The Tennessean experience, reported by the Boston Herald, argues the Australian ballot confuses the average colored voter and weighs hardest on the ignorant regardless of race. The piece suggests Tennessee’s results may influence Southern views during this period.
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Tennessee
Boston Herald
South
President Signs Package Bill Delayed Enactment Clarified
Washington telegram in The DISPater reports the President signed the original package bill and that it would take effect within ten days. The bill lacked a specified enactment date, so the law actually took effect Friday last when the President signed it.
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Washington
the Dispater
Proposal Endorsees Drowning as Humane Death Method
A Staten Island figure argues drowning offers a painless end and favors its use over electric methods. He contends drowning is humane and questions objections from criminally inclined groups and others who oppose using certain elements for execution.
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Amr Wiiggiss
Staten Island
Deaths of a Day Mapshow Rotlty and Matthew Hollly
An obituary notes Matthew Hollly died at home on West Carson Street Sunday night at age 64. He lived near the Fourth Ward for 40 years and was known and respected by all who knew him.
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Matthew Hollly
West
Carson Street
Ora
Russell Connell
Philadelphia
Calumabus
Columbus
Marco Polo
Angel Columbus
Portugal
Phillipa
Isabella
Spain
Deatha
Kingdom of
Castile
New York Composer Publishes Two Brief Works
Mr W Mossms0, operator of THE DISPATCH'S special wire and noted composer, has published two short pieces titled The New York Gatop Ped and La Reverie Waltz. The works are described as charming and likely to gain popularity in New York circles.
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New York
THE
Dispatch
Sunday Law Enforced Strictly in Pittsburg Reader Recounts
A Cincinnati Commercial Gazette story recalls Pittsburg’s strict Sunday closing enforcement. A traveling commercial man notes the difficulty finding tobacco on Sunday, the role of detectives, and the city’s clean Sabbath ambiance aided by the gas era.
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Cincinnati Commercial Gasette
Pittsburg
Cnn Avenue
Havana
Toby
Allegheny Ridge
Three Rivers
Allegheny
Monongahela
Mandaken
Meanest Man Medal Goes To Traveling Drummer
A Kaneas City hotel scene involves a flaxen haired baby and a Newfoundland dog. A commercial traveler tempts the child with a dollar to kiss him, then tips instead with a copper cent after the girl ignores the offer. The item reads as a small moral spotlight on streetwise commerce and charity.
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Kaneas City
Menor
Railroad Luggage Rule Narrowed in Jewelry Case
The Supreme Court limited railroad liability for Metz who traveled alone with a trunk containing jewelry for female wear. It held only personal use luggage is recoverable. since Metz was single, the female jewelry could not be compensable baggage. The judgment was reduced accordingly.
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Sgo 4
Metz
Kansas City
California
Caton
Cal
Meta
Los Angeles
Railroad Mpany
Supreme Court
Mrs Livermore Sees Freer Resurrections After Death
Mrs Mary A Livermore spoke at a Universalist camp meeting in Werrs New Hampshire asserting that Jesus rose from the dead and that future resurrections will become more common. She predicted visions beyond the grave and a clearer glimpse of the spiritual world as death is not the end.
Heavenly Recruits Hold Nightly Services in Reading
A sprawling item list notes Heavenly Recruits meeting nightly in Reading. mentions other odds and ends from the era including a Land of Lebightos bone, a West Chester sawing machine pioneer, Corry mineral springs project, a water cure house plan, a Chester woman dressing children in swimsuits, a Renovo child with a rattlesnake, and civic reminisces about soldiers and veterans events.
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Reading
Joax Gronez
West Chester
Corry
Chester
Dan Rice
Patrick Rayou
Soldiers’ Orphans’ Sixteeners
Pennsylvania
Williamsport
Salvation Army
Drum and Fire Corps
Allentown
Centerville
Dauphin County
Preren M. Exeery
Patriotic Order of Sons of America
Valley Forge
Thomas M. Hope
Entertaining Topics at Chautauqua Highlight Columbus and Religion
A special telegram from Chautauqua reports a bustling program with Dr. Buckley answering questions and Columbus discussed in a new light by R. Russell Connell. Lectures by D Ric aka T. Evy on Church and State challenge Protestant and Catholic views.
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Columbus
Church
Sintec
Ake Chautauqta
Holy Land
Chautangui
J. M. Buckley
New York
George Vincent
ChAristian Advocate
T. Evy
Johns Hopkins University
Gevay
England
Curious Condensations From A Bustling Era
A montage of short items including a camera photograph of sparks, the Canard Steamship Company workforce, a Chicago pocketbook seller’s death, a Boston cathedral lightning strike, oxen used for farming in Greenbush, and Kensington New Hampshire’s first new house in 30 years. Also notes on General Booth smoking policy, a Florida spring, European auction costs, an Indian huckleberry sale, a Palmyra hen egg anomaly, an egg-laying duck, petrified bones in California, and odd exam answers from San Bernardino.
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C. Longfellow
Machina
Longfellow
Edward Treusch
Chicago
Cathedral of the Holy Cross
Boston
Greenbush
Florida
Matanzan
Coast Survey
England
America
France
Holland
Saginaw
Michi Central Depot
Palmyra
Josiah Wardell
Ohio
Lileges
Korax
Bast Well Valley
Cal
Woodin
San Bernardino County
Seattle
Aftica
San Edgam County
San Francisco
San Jose
San Rafael
Sacramento
Gulf
Witty Lines and Small Town Laughs Across Headlines
Stolen witticisms and odd exchanges appear in light columns from urban chatter. Readers recall jokes about aging affection and humorous miscommunications, with brief snippets from Chicago and New York papers. The uproarious snippets mix marital banter, court quips, and stray remarks that capture daily urban mood.
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United
WrEekis DesraTce
Wee Daly
the New Reading Policy
Jay Gould
New York Herald
Blaine
Herald
Clarkson
James W. Husted
Husted
Saya Husted
Assembly
Georgia
Bill Madden
Willis
Mr. Settle
Mary
Ebeneezer
Jobbery
Reaeon
Apeoual
House
Perry County
Kentucky
Harrison
Cleveland
Morocco
Te la
Honorable Guild
DR. Buckley
Saief
Daniel Pratt
Charles J. Gulteau
John Wilkes Booth
Canard Steamship Company
Sonora
Kensington
N. H
Delbert Reynolds
Olama
Bherbeock Hartman
No Man's Land
Delaware
Dizon
Booth
En Augusta
Spoenus
Albany
Argus
Will
Doly
Jimmy Shattucs
Jimmy
Peterby
Yerger
Silverstone
Iternia
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