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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1892
Page
12
Journal recounts Jonah Labouchere's account of his exclusion from the government. He denies seeking office, notes a possible quid pro quo, and says Queen Victoria favored constitutional limits. He praises some colleagues while criticizing the Liberal leadership and stresses his duty to friends over personal gain.
The World reports General Sir Frederick Ponsonby ordered the formation of a Ministry with Labouchere barred from any government post. Labouchere allegedly refused to pledge not to accept office, while talks occurred about reviving his uncle's title Baron Taunton.
Berlin reports that rumors of a threatened birth for the Empress were exaggerated amid court secrecy. Official notices say no danger exists and accouchement may occur in the first week of September.
The London Standard denounces President Herrison's moves in the St Marys Falls matter as vexatious and unfriendly, calling it a pretext to pose as a proponent of a spirited foreign policy.
Swansea reports tin plate makers discuss consolidation to boost prices. Talks among Welsh producers hint at closing plants or forming a cartel to push up tin plate prices. Gardner named President of the Board of Agriculture. Gladstone mulls Italy policy. international peace session continues in Swiss Parliament.
The Permanent Peace Bureau in Berne seeks Switzerland to appeal to foreign governments for help defraying costs, requesting support to meet expenses of ongoing efforts and activities.
A Vrissa dispatch from August 23 reports a severe heat wave spreading from Odessa into Southern Russia, endangering the Austrian beet crop. Sugar prices rise as refiners stock up in anticipation of scarcity amid a 104 degree thermometer reading in the ebade.
Berlin reports that the Emperor favors a two year term only with a larger army and may push a short service clause in a military bill. If credits are denied he prefers a smaller, better drilled force, suggesting a possible Reichstag bill submission.
Severe weather in southern Ireland has damaged crops with hay destroyed and potato blight spreading. The potato harvest, once promising, is now at risk as blight devastates tubers. In Buenos Ayres, a political clash ends with the Marine Minister answering naval expenditure questions.
In St. PerrespurG on August 23 a ukase annuls the prohibition on exporting rye rye meal and all varieties of bran from Russia. This marks a reversal of the prior export ban and expands trade permissions for grain and related products.
Berlin Aug 23 The Togetlatt reports the Sultan of Zanzibar is spitting blood and dangerously ill. The brief notice notes the monarch's serious health crisis amid mounting tension.
The German Veterans Association concluded athletic contests at Cusenberg Park and elected officers: President F Halle Saint Louis, Vice President Adolph Beaker San Francisco, Secretary Julius Eggles Chicago, Treasurer Louis Ertel Cincinnati, Trustees F Reiter Kansas City and Ernest Blueher St Louis. Next meeting planned in St Louis in September. Officers to solicit bids for Eigier Zeitung contract with bidder chosen by October 1. A veterans ball at Turner Hall drew large crowds.
Four members attended the Democratic State Executive Committee meeting in Mt Gilead. They planned a campaign opening on September 10 with the Secretary of State candidate delivering the main speech. presidential efforts were not discussed.
The Polish Roman Catholic Union of America convened in Masistef Michigan with 118 delegates from across the United States. Joseph Rejch of Manistee was elected president and appointed Gerwinski of Milwaukee as secretary. Bishop Richter of Grand Rapids will attend and address the gathering, which will continue for several days.
Quebec Aug 24 Cardinal Tascheran marked his fiftieth anniversary of priestly consecration. He presided at pontifical high mass at the Basilica in a ceremony noted for its impressive character. The old church was filled to capacity, followed by a banquet at the seminary and a concert at Laval University in the evening.
Gloucester Massachusetts marks its 250th anniversary with a reunion of the Sons and Daughters of Cape Ann at City Hall. Mayor Andrews welcomed the crowd as a musical program entertained attendees. A parade of oe and horribles drew large crowds from the city and nearby areas.
At Burezano's Bay Massachusetts on August 22 President Cleveland drew crowd interest with Hon William Everett of Quincy and Captain W H Branham police commissioner in New Orleans. Everett offered no public comment on Gray Gables visit while Branham predicted Louisiana would deliver a larger Cleveland majority.
A teaspoonful of Maks Lemonade is stirred into a glass of cold water and sweetened to taste, providing a refreshing and invigorating drink.
The Dispatch reports more rooms rented through its cent a word advertising columns in the last six months than any rival paper. A trial run of smelling ads is suggested to verify the claim.
Nashville dispatch reports Captain Morton warning that 2000 to 3000 miners near Jellico threaten Coal Creek with raids. He cites up to 100 deaths and seven missing sheriff's men, urging swift punishment of rioters and possible request for Kentucky-Tennessee troop intervention. Martial law viewed as unlikely by officials.
The Tennessee State Board of Prison Inspectors ordered convicts released by miners at Tracy City Inman and Oliver Springs to be returned to their original mines in the state capital city. Stockades will be rebuilt and convicts will dig coal under heavy guard as disputes with the Tennessee Coal Iron and Railroad Company continue. A special report notes Associated Press forced from Coal Creek telegraph office by General Carnes.
The steamer Korrigan reports a terrible rain storm in Rosalia Lower California destroying about 100000 dollars of property. A torrent over half a yard deep washed away part of the Custom House and smelter and damaged the railroad stores and houses. Repairs will take about a month.
Memphis plumbers went on strike demanding the foreman do no work and interfere with tools, preferring sole supervision. The action follows a previous two year battle for better hours and a later compromise.
The Excelsior Furnace in Ishpeming Michigan has ceased operations along with four other Marquette County furnaces for the first time since 1865. The plant with a 40 ton daily capacity now stands idle, leaving 75 men out of work as the iron industry awaits brighter times.
Frank Crostwaite of the Department of Justice reports after visiting Wallace Idaho that imprisoned miners receive ample food, clean water and daily outdoor exercise. He cites no mistreatment and says Breen has no complaints while 23 prisoners surrender to return to custody, contradicting earlier inhumanity claims.
The Banquet Reception and Naval Committees of the Committee of One Hundred met to invite national leaders to the October event. They plan a banquet with President Harrison and other top officials and seek foreign consuls to request warships for a naval parade.
Congressman William M. Springer addressed a large enthusiastic Democratic rally in Traverse City. He received a hearty reception from both Democrats and Republicans as he praised his party. Tomorrow at the Detroit Exposition, Springer is expected to speak on behalf of the party.
George F. Woolston of New York, a stock broker for a large syndicate, met authorities here to discuss a long lease of the State canals. Legislature action would be required, and no extension was secured by the Public Works Commission at this time.
Judge Dennis in Baltimore appoints Charles J. Wiener and Joseph France as receivers for the Iron Hall, with $135,000 fund to be managed in Maryland. Consent from supreme officers and local depositories obtained. further injunction bid filed in City Circuit Court against Iron Hall Savings Bank to block mortgage collections and funds transfer. James F. Farley named receiver in Indianapolis with bond of $1,000,000. large meeting in St Louis backs the order, while a new plant venture forms in New Wilmington and Milwaukee bank plans surface amid industry news.
The London shipping house George Tweedy & Co owners of the North Atlantic Trident line faces suspension. Cargo handling halted until freight payments are secured as agents in Philadelphia arrange funds to cover inward freight. The firm, long prominent in Black Sea and Mediterranean trades, may recover from temporary distress due to weakened Black Sea business.
An echo of the Park Place catastrophe shows 13 attachments against property in this city from as many companies. Remaining claims argue destruction by fire not building collapse, with listed companies and amounts including Fredential Boston 1000 and City of London 1100. The text also notes support for Theodore A. Liebler Jr and John E. Linde.
The Michigan Weather and Crop Service reports a favorable week for crops in northern and central counties with harvesting of wheat and oats underway and a strong fall sowing push. In the drought plagued south, small grains suffer, pastures dry, potatoes and corn look poor, and continued drought could ruin yields. Early apples are a full crop in western counties with fruit flourishing.
Officials of the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie and New York Panhandle met to plan a faster timetable for Cleveland to Pittsburgh passenger trains. With double tracks completed to Pittsburgh and Erie to Cleveland, the trip should drop to about three hours with only two or three stops.
Government of Uruguay plans a 6,000,000 peso loan agreement in Paris. Additional details about the transaction and terms remain unclear amid preliminary discussions.
July net earnings for the Baltimore and Ohio Company total 634 698 a decline of 103 645. New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company purchases all New England Terminal property for 3 225 000. Japan Masterson of Houston declines to appoint a receiver for Gulf Railway of Galveston citing adequate sequestration bond. Southern Railway and Steamship Association executives to meet in Atlanta to discuss a one year contract renewal. Authorities report broad railway compliance with Illinois tax injunction restraint case. Canadian Pacific plans Crow's Nest Pass through Nelson to connect with regional lines. Richmond Terminal receiver Waren G Osmwan appointed with 100 000 bonds. Illinois files debt and damages tax suit against Louisville New Albany and Chicago Railway for 40 000.
A compilation of recent fires reports from St. Paul Norfolk Meadow Street Zanesville Forty second Street Portmouth Beaver Falls and Chippewa Falls noting losses ranging from light to total, with varying insurance coverage and suspected causes including tar roofs lamps and toy pistols.
Geologists rethink earlier two invasion theory and argue that ice from Scandinavia and Britain’s highlands swept across England during the great ice age. Glaciers from Scotland and Wales joined, covering the land with a vast frozen sheet and carrying marine shells to high hills as proof of the ice’s reach. Arctic life withdrew while icecarried species left a record for future ages.
The passage notes the development of native fishing gear from early forms to today. It describes the Eskimo using tone with a bent nail as a lure, adding beads from traders and red auk bills, and relying on carved wooden figures for large hooks based on successful experience.
M Forel notes Lake Leman stores summer heat equivalent to burning 51 million tons of coal. A railroad train carrying that coal would stretch 14 000 kilometers, nearly the length of the earth's meridian. Hon N B Cox, Democrat, was renominated yesterday for Congress from the Seventh Pennsylvania district.
Jared Cotton, long a fixture in New London Connecticut, is noted for his seven decades in the city. He worked at Brown's cotton factory for many years and recently gained attention from his unusual experiences in the last year.
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