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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1891
Page
1
New York August 11 A government torpedo station test of Ellison-Sims electric torpedo demonstrates shore control and precise steering. The 30 foot float holds 400 pounds of explosives and 13,000 feet of cable, with a tiller steering from shore.
Reported tests describe a new torpedo that rides surface or dives to strike, guiding offshore to engage enemy ships. It claims high speed and underwater prowess, with other torpedoes like Lay-Patrick and Howell noted for range. Observers include naval officers and international consuls at the test.
F G Niedringhaus, ex-Congressman and tin plate magnate, says US law protections allow importing skilled workers under contract. He sought Treasury guidance but asserts no action by the department is needed, and plans to hire about 600 workers, with fewer than 10 percent imported from England or Wales. He insists the right to bring in labor is guaranteed and will proceed without Treasury approval.
A Erie Railroad yard wreck near Meadville tonight killed switchman Frank Miller and injured several others. Two cabooses were smashed after a yard engine backing into a way freight engine, with crews asleep. Engineer Lamb and Len Tracht led the engines.
Reports reach Iquique of heavy fighting on the 9th between government forces and a separatist faction, with darkness preventing a decisive outcome. The steam transport Maipo returned on July 3 after 45 days, carrying Krupp guns and 12,000 magazine rifles likely moved from a European steamer near the Falkland Islands, amid broader tensions with the United States and local political strains.
Dispatches report allied forces battling insurgents at Valparaiso and Coquimbo. On August 3 the Almirante Condell attacked Esmeralda and transports at Caldera under darkness, with uncertain results. rebel vessels have not reappeared in Balmaceda held provinces.
A correspondent reports Chemnitz in Saxony suffers most from the McKinley tariff. Hosiery and knitted goods makers face sharp losses as exports fall from 1889–90 levels by about three million dollars. Some factories shift workers to America to learn business methods and possibly build U S plants. many households endure enforced idleness.
The Times comments on Board of Trade returns calling them unsatisfactory due to lower value of manufactured goods metals and imported materials. It cites the McKinley law as the main cause of export decline to the United States and notes trade shifts to cheaper routes as channels close.
In Paris the Grand Duke arrived unannounced amid lights and crowds. An aide entered President Carnot's name in the Grand Duke's visitors book after a warm greeting from about a thousand onlookers at the station.
Aug 11 Brac reports rumors on Emperor William’s health continue to spread in Berlin and beyond though semi official denials persist. The press claims he can walk and use stairs unaided, while some allege market rumors aim to depress prices.
Friedlander Bros of Berwin filed suit against Dr. Carver the noted American marksman for charging jewelry worth 3225 and then absconding. His whereabouts are unknown.
A special dispatch notes the Lady Gotham Association, Local Assembly 2345 of the Knights of Labor, reports a Westside event involving a group of laundry girls. The piece mentions a secretary named Jennie Kalaher and an area action connected to young men who ask one girl to dance, signaling a boycott movement among local workers.
Senator Quay and Collector Cooper discuss the upcoming State Convention and leadership succession at the Continental Hotel. The Pittsburgh delegation and various leaders prepare for the Republican convention, with talks of a potential Quay candidacy and party strength estimates across counties.
The National Association of Democratic Clubs Executive Committee voted to hold the next convention 60 days after the national gathering. Chairman Wilson outlined a Northwest tour starting September 12 from Washington with speakers including Bynum Kenna and Chauncey Black. The group will audit party policy, with tariff to lead in the South and West and silver debated among members.
Senator John B. Robinson, visiting the Springs since Friday, said he expects to be elected President of the Republican Club and would not doubt his win. He denied reports that Chester and Media clubs opposed him, claiming those claims would be shown false in due time. He received an ovation during his visit as he departed for Philadelphia.
The State Central Committee of the People's Party met in Topeka with about 30 county chairs to discuss campaign strategies for county officers in local areas where sustained effort is needed. Reports indicate growing support for the alliance and its cause across Kanans.
Senator James I. Pugh of Alabama arrives at Sarotona with his family and predicts Cleveland will not be the next Democratic candidate. He blames the silver letter to the Reform Club for harming Cleveland and hurting support for the force bill. He adds New York Democrats split weakens Cleveland, and cites Campbell or Gorman as possible nominees.
The Maryland People's party convention, held in Baltimore with closed doors, is expected to nominate Frank Brown, the Democratic nominee, for Governor. Leader Bradley claimed the Farmers Alliance can influence succession to Senator Gorman and potentially gain control of Maryland politics.
In Huntingdon on August 11 Republican county convention ended a years long feud between Rep P M Lytle and Senator Williamson over the Associate Judge nomination. Foreman the anti license candidate won 88 to 50 over G W McLean. Hutchison and Milliken backed Williamson. Resolutions praised Blaine for president and Quay resignation while opposing a constitutional convention and supporting reciprocity.
In Horticultural Hall the Republican county convention approved resolutions endorsing Harrison Blaine and the National Administration. Four delegates were chosen for the State convention while a separate Chester county meeting elected delegates and praised Governor Pattison's administration.
Scranton Republicans in the Third Legislative district adopted Blaine as their standard bearer declaring that a plumed knight would rally opposition and secure victory, indicating a Pennsylvania director guiding state politics for the national convention.
The Republican County Convention met in the Court House at York. Richard E. Cochran was unanimously chosen as delegate to the Constitutional Convention. Delegates were elected to the State Convention and resolutions reaffirmed adherence to Republican principles.
Police Officer Henry N. Deihl kills himself after a romance with Maggie Edgar, a 19 year old waitress. His wife Mrs. Deihl, distraught, tries to follow him into the river. Maggie confirms the affair and a pawn ticket ties her to the case. The scene unfolds near First Avenue and the Custom House amid family distress and public shock.
At Chaudauqua a leading reformer says the dress reform movement will limit women's clothing to two items, tights and dress, seeking graceful lines from armpit to ankle. Prominent figures like Helen Potter and Mrs Parker comment on fitness, style, and climate. Kriss Grace Dodge refuses National Dress Reform Committee service.
Philadelphia August meeting of City Council subcommittee on City Treasurer Bardsley and Keystone Bank reveals 700 to 800 names on check stubs. Experts report cannot yet determine city losses. District Attorney withdraws request to question bank presidents. The reading of names continues as inquiry adjourns to Monday.
The secretary of internal affairs may not include this year's industrial statistics in the annual report. The overdue document would cover employment, wages, and industrial occupations in the commonwealth, but Washington data has not been furnished amid departmental changes. Pittsburgh and nearby areas would find the data especially interesting.
A tornado swept the southwestern Logan county area damaging crops and farm buildings. It struck a Peoria Decatur and Evansville engine, but the engineer and fireman were unharmed.
The commission to locate and construct an asylum for the chronic insane will meet in Hagrisnura tomorrow at noon. The meeting aims to discuss the proposed institution and its site and scope.
Western Pennsylvania National Guard encamped at Camp Arnold endures a fierce storm as tents threaten to collapse and heat fatigue saps troops. Governor Pattison receives a kiss from a plump matron amid the chaos while regiments like the Fifth perform record drill and officers struggle to secure the makeshift camp.
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