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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1892
Page
7
The piece describes East Tennessee labor conflicts as open civil war with miners clashing with General Anderson’s forces and miners’ capture of Anderson under a flag of truce. It argues government authority must be restored and repressive measures used to uphold the law.
Canadian bankers warn against widespread use of United States silver and silver certificates. They fear profit cuts as banknote circulation shifts. One banker warns of a potential move toward a silver basis, though his past opposition to US currency raises doubt about his current stance.
The piece argues US silver circulation should be excluded by Canada to curb cross border bank activity. It notes Canada may justify the move, but US objections are minimal since Canadian absorption would be a small portion of overall circulation.
The piece surveys how electoral votes might shift under new apportionment, weighing Republicans and Democrats across pivotal states. It discusses New York Indiana Massachusetts Iowa and the impact of new states, with scenarios for victory thresholds and the role of the Peoples party.
The Chicago Tribune exposes inflated World’s Fair salaries and wasteful spending. It cites June payrolls totaling $124,601 for 1,518 staff across executive and construction departments, with several layers of costly aides and underutilized officials.
The article discusses the conferee system for district judicial nominations, noting two unique features. It argues the process risks deadlock, effectively placing nomination power in outsiders, specifically Senators Lee and Anderson, rather than district locals. The piece critiques representation and the antiquated method.
The passage argues that the nomination process should avoid personal property claims over county representation and uphold bench integrity. It notes a candidate facing a deadlock amid a bribery scandal with blocked court testimony. It suggests Monday's conferee plan shift toward a referee system to preserve judicial reputation.
The Democracy of the Twenty fourth district nominates W A Sipe Esq to succeed the late Congressman Craig a man of high standing and earnest leadership in Western Pennsylvania Democracy The outcome seems uncertain but the nomination aims to field a worthy candidate in a district with key industries A local line also notes a marriage headline Married a Girls Man with caution urged for family harmony
Washington school board objects to GA R use of public schools as barracks during encampment delaying fall openings by a month. Chief Brown to enforce sidewalk obstruction ordinance Monday as reforms begin. Politicking and astronomy jests mingle with mentions of Secretary Rusk and the Brussels monetary conference on the carpet.
A caustic survey of public figures and civic issues across states criticizes Governor Tillman’s lawlessness, Pittsburgh governance, and miners’ laws. It notes political deadlock in the Twenty‑first district, questionable rail and milk supply safety, and party strategy with Chicago as a new base, while spoofing era figures and social divides.
In Cleveland districts the letters are seen as kindling, while in areas where natural gas remains the standard fuel they are met with strong opposition. The remarks reflect nuanced views on energy preferences and regional adaptations.
The revived theater season highlights a newly discovered star whose increasing brilliancy attracts attention. Critics note rising stage presence and growing audience interest as performances resume.
The Boston Herald notes a quirky gesture involving a souvenir coin aimed at Hon. Bill Holman, hailed as champion retrencher of the world. An Asbury Park arrest for bathing in bare arms is expected to trigger a joking punishment for tree limbs.
A London Hospital inquiry highlights Gladstone's robust health due to constitution, Gladstone and wife care, and Sir Andrew Clark's medical oversight. It credits Mrs Gladstone for managing duties and suggests medical peers like Jenner or Paget as social reforms to honor medicine.
Public figures and events span a speaker timed at 160 words a minute, a Maine student earning a European fellowship for a year, Cartais Francis Moore commanding the Ninth Cavalry, and detailed notes on a Buena Vista postman riding 36 miles daily for $2000 yearly. Also noted are Festive jubilees for Prof. Fresenius, a West Africa voyage by Martha Rex, Lander Brunton’s sleeplinked genius, Dr. Graham Taylor resignations, and Argyleshire politics with the formidable Malcolm in Parliament.
James Newlan, former constable of Turtle Urosk, was bitten on the thumb by a copperhead. Physicians report the venom and swelling may threaten his hand, with recovery to be monitored closely by local doctors.
Montreal bankers estimate U S currency in Canada at 4.0 to 8.5 billion dollars and warn that silver coins and certificates may undermine a gold standard. They propose measures including discounting American currency and restricting acceptance of Canadian coins in the United States to curb inflows.
Judges Daridsem Ballard and attorney Breckels arrived to seek judgment against Johnson County for fees in the invading stockmen suit. Cattle interests seek an injunction to stop further judgments, arguing the county has hit the constitutional debt limit. Attorneys respond that funded indebtedness since statehood does not trigger those limits.
In Guerreaves Aug 19 the West Penn Gas Company tied to Salzeburg Indiana Pa reports a superior quality lubricating oil at the McLaughlin farm in Allegheny township. Drillers work for months with a current yield about four barrels per day and plan to drill 90 feet deeper into the third sand. A 1200 foot depth yielded a good gas flow and local property owners express optimism while more wells are anticipated.
Relief Committee funds aid to families during a strike at the Carnegie pinot Beaver Fats mill area. More than 900 was paid to build and loan dues while subscriptions continue. A Go Operative Hall meeting drew crowds though Pittsburg speakers were delayed by another event.
Steubenville reports the Royal Gas Company announced an 18 percent hike in gas prices citing high costs and low well pressure. This adds to previous increases, totaling a 35 percent rise by the company.
The Lutheran College building subscription closed today in Lima. A committee reports 920000 raised to begin the main building on site. Calvin Brice contributed 5008 dollars to the fund.
James M. May of Company D Fifth West Virginia Cavalry dies at his sister’s home in Harvey's Run Clearfield County Pa. Buried at 1st Bidwell Street Allegheny today. Also notes Gonzales dead in Mexico Trebelli singer dies in Etretat France Knowles old boss builder dies in Madison Ind. Miss Annette Thomas Akron dies after two weeks illness Mrs. Dowsar dies Steubenville Emmons Ratmond former Reading Railroad manager dies Cambridge Mass. Concord Railroad director death referenced.
Mrs Anna Lusile Siggins wed Mr William Bailey at Isaac W Siggins residence in Shonsetown. Ceremony by Rev Dr Dillon. simple, attended by relatives and close friends. Newlyweds left for Fr moon with quiet celebration and a honeymoon this week. local notices mix with social chatter about Bedford and travel plans of residents.
Whitelaw Reid returns to Springfield from Carcaco with Congressman Barrows amid crowds. He injures a finger signaling a surgeon’s care, and speaks on campaign strategy for the Vice Presidency while planning to visit his mother in Xenia Ohio.
Grange and Grand Army crowds fill Chautauqua with many visitors from the state. A thunderstorm interrupts events and a house is struck by lightning causing slight damage. Master Trimble speaks on agricultural education while ex President Hayes leads afternoon and evening programs. Ely delivers a lecture on socialism addressing land questions.
Secretary Foster secures dismissal of Policeman Thomas Spiers who tore down the French flag during Decoration Day in Jeannette. Burgess Baughman removed him at Foster's request after ruling he exceeded authority. District Attorney McCurdy attended and urged stronger American flag prominence. The settlement pleases local French residents.
A compilation of editorials branding Governor Bronngan and Governor Buchanan as weak or self serving. The clippings discuss independent candidacies, anti hanging sentiment, miners siege actions, and calls for endorsements from King and Populists amid Tennessee political turmoil. References appear from the Chattanooga Times New York Commercial Advertiser Kansas City Times New York Press Philadelphia Bulletin St Louis Republic Minneapolis Tribune.
Washington Fest notes that the McKinley law did not raise or lower the size or price of rooms at the summer hotels. It states rooms remain unchanged despite the law.
A mixed digest of 50 electric fish, English leadership in gles making, 617820 scala immigration, Hugo's early works, heart work comparison, U S consuls abroad, and a host of curious scientific and geographic notes. It recounts statistics, literary milestones, natural wonders, and odd facts with a period voice.
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