23 Aug 1889
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1889
Page
1
Jacob Hannis of Somerville recounts a life of repeated disasters that left him with missing limbs and injuries but paid damages totaling thousands. He notes losing a scalp and receiving only 115 for it, spending 25 on a wig, and assembling a modest savings from a long series of accidents.
Virginia Republicans nominated General William Mahone for Governor with Mahone accepting the honor. The convention at the Academy of Music featured long speeches and a vigorous platform, pledging a high protective tariff, repeal of tobacco taxes, and debt settlement.
An old telegram details a clash over politics in the War Department. Democrats face removal as Chief Barton resigns amid accusations of negligence, framed as grounds to purge a Democratic shift under Secretary Proctor while Endicott previously balanced Republican chiefs.
Philadelphia August 23 General James R Chalmers of Sardis Mississippi, former Confederate commander and local political figure, visits Hotel Lafayette. He notes Republicans may field a ticket, Democratic dissatisfaction, and discusses the Sullivan jail case with possible jailer sales if the sentence stands. He jokes about bidding for John L Sullivan.
Ex Senator William A. Wallace arrived at the Continental Hotel in Puilapetrnia after a Montreal trip. He said he would back Mr. Bigler for State Treasurer if Bigler is the nominee, praising Bigler as a reformer and capable administrator with a strong record as Internal Revenue Collector.
Anaconda Montana August 22 The Republican State Convention nominated the head of the state ticket after long deliberation. For member of Congress T H Garter of
Helena presents a governor candidate T Power and lieutenant governor hopeful J E of Butte. The ticket is viewed as unusually strong for the race, signaling a united front and solid backing.
The North Dakota Republican gubernatorial race shifts as the big combine withdraws General Harrison Allen and backs E. B. Tyler of Fargo. The struggle pits Tyler against Farmer John Miller with delegates filing in and a preliminary test vote showing Tyler leading on the first ballot before disputes over rules and organization.
Southern Republicans push a moonlight programme to repeal internal revenue laws. Meetings shift from Asheville to multiple county gatherings in mountain counties, aiming to organize opposition to parties unfriendly to repeal. Aims include pressuring Congress members and securing wide support among whiskey distillers in the region.
Wilson Lewis county judge arrives in Pineville seeking Howard, accused in the Turner murder near Harlan. A confrontation erupts with armed supporters. Peet and others are fatally or seriously wounded. Rewards of 500 and 5000 dollars offered. 50 armed men flank Howard who vows to resist. The feud parallels the Martin Tolliver conflict ending with Tolliver’s death.
Maud Bortle 16, daughter of James C. Bortle near Owerpa, is fatally shot by her cousin Edward Knowles 34 who had long loved her. after the shooting he surrendered to Deputy Sheriff J Wiles in nearby Oneida. The assailant is described as affianced to be married.
Zanus F. Wilbur, a key witness for the government in the Bell Telephone case, was found dead in his bed. He had served as chief clerk in the Patent Office electrical department when Bell's patent was submitted and faced bribery allegations, with a Secret Service officer and travel tied to the trial.
Four New York murderers Patrick Packenham Jack Lewis James Nolan and Ferdinand Carolin faced their final hours in the Tombs prison before two scaffolds would end their lives with dawn. Giblin, spared by Governor Hill, kept vigil as comrades faced the fate they shared.
The account describes inmates at the Tombs facing imprisonment as a wall of fear surrounds them. Two women visit daily offering aid and religion, and Father Prendergast stays through the night, joining the men in a hopeful push toward salvation.
Four murderers are to be awakened at 4 30 am and taken to the Tombs female prison chapel for low mass. After breakfast and a final coffee, they will be led to the scaffold on Franklin Street to face death in sequence with a possible five minute interval before the last two are executed. This marks a historic first for New York.
The Flack divorce case ends with alimony of 100 a week and separation. The settlement appears influenced by a mediator described as Yo Fi who guided the errand and reinforced controlling relations. An adviser suggested higher alimony, despite the sheriff reporting 508 weekly.
Jamestown August 22. The body of Alex McKenzie was found in bed at the Mayville homestead, having shot himself through the heart with a shotgun. His brother had died similarly years earlier. Donald McKenzie, once a fur partner with John Jacob Astor, was the family patriarch. A note read This ends my sickness and trouble. He left a wife and two children, aged 55.
An insane colored woman Isabella Beard claims she is the daughter of Christ and has been confined in a Washington station house. With judges away a jury trial is not possible, leaving her to remain in a cell until court backlogs clear.
The London case reports Mrs Maybrick escaping execution after a commutation to life imprisonment. Doctors disputed whether poison caused death, and Home Secretary and lawyers delivered the final decision. The jail scene featured a scaffold erected and then halted by the commutation as papers note public approval.
William O'Brien and James Gilbooly, Cork MPs, faced trial at Clonakilty for holding a Nationalist meeting declared illegal. They refused to acknowledge the court’s authority and declined to cross examine witnesses, signaling a defiant stance as proceedings began.
London August 22 Sir James Ferguson told the House of Commons that communications are moving between Britain and the United States over seizures of a Behring Sea sealer, reflecting ongoing Anglo American exchanges on the matter.
A delegation of American workmen were hosted for dinner on the Eiffel Tower in Paris. United States Minister Reid attended the event as well as notable figures including M. Bartholdi and Mr. Depew, who spoke to the guests.
London reports that Mr. Parnell is planned to tour America soon to aid his health. The movement reflects ongoing interest in his condition and possible public engagements during the trip.
Michael J. Leonard of Mayfield Kentucky reports an discovery of 75 acres near Ripley Tennessee with rich deposits of yellow ochre. He plans to leave existing business to mine and market ochre, stating the land was bought at ordinary regional value and could prove a great fortune. Only eight other ochre beds are known in the country.
At a Grand Army Encampment Council meeting the Hotels Committee announced 35 000 lodgings for strangers plus tents for others. The report notes advance arrangements and the need to allocate accommodations for attendees.
In San Francisco on August 23 the habeas corpus hearing for Justice Stephen J. Field is postponed to next Tuesday to argue Federal and State court jurisdiction. The crowd pressed the issue of warrant sufficiency while opposing counsel push jurisdiction first.
A New York report by Dr. Henry P. Loomis analyzes Dr. Brown Sequard’s elixir, disputing claims of perpetual youth. It notes possible temporary vitality gains but warns against misrepresentation and calls for further cautious experimentation.
A dispatch reports the murder of White Horse, head of the Crow tribe, whose body was found in the Yellowstone river. Shot through the head, he was killed sometime before discovery and his people vow revenge. The report recalls past British and church interactions and a noted incident in Buffalo.
Special telegram reports a peculiar fatal disease sweeping Kent County Maryland horses. Vets find no clear cause and note affected animals appear fine before sudden collapse while eating. Local horsemen including Josiah Yarmer and Mr George are mentioned in Chestertown as investigators seek answers.
Harrisburg August 22 Miss Mary Wagner of this city whose sister and husband perished in the Johnstown flood will be appointed as one of the deputy factory inspectors under the act at the late session of the Legislature.
The International American Congress will convene in Washington at noon on October 2 with 50 to 60 delegates from Central and South America. The delegation will tour the country afterward, including a stop in Pittsburg.
August 22 news states the British Government told the Dominion Government the war ships in Behring Sea would not protect Canadian sealers. Negotiations between United States and Britain aim to settle jurisdiction, while U S State Department appears noncommittal.
The president named Samuel P. Burns a Democrat to the office of postmaster at Tanlaapeca, Arkansas or nearby, provoking anger among Alabama Republicans who accuse party bias and interference.
Chae Chang Ping, the first Chinese laborer to test the Scott law by attempting to land, was ordered returned to China by the United Circuit Court. Ping had recently seen the case decided adversely by the U S Supreme Court and departed on the steamer Arabic.
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