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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1891
Page
4
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The piece argues the McKinley tariff boosts US industries by limiting foreign competition and keeping capital at home. It frames the tariff as a fight for commercial supremacy between Europe and the United States, urging voters to favor protection to support labor and manufacturing locally.
The Straightout Republicans field a judicial slate against the regular Republican County Committee nominees led by Governor Patterson. They question committee leadership and motives, promising to enliven the off year. Voters will decide in November whether to back a strictly partisan bench or uphold sitting judges on integrity and capacity grounds.
Critics claim Mother’s failure to prove alibi taints James W. Miller. The piece argues witnesses and affidavits supporting alibi were sidelined and that defense points by Colonel W. D. Moore and others were ignored. It decries biased reporting and calls for fair consideration of sworn testimony and affidavits from distant sources.
The article notes Tae Drepatcu published extensive material as news due to strong interest. The follow up confirms that belief, showing the initial judgment was justified by the later findings.
The Dis- Patch argues the Park Place collapse in New York resulted from shoddy building, not the explosion. It cites poorly joined walls and insecure floors and urges blame to be assigned, condemning cheapness and cupidity in similar structures nationwide.
Grangers heard Mr Rhone urge class legislation to aid farmers by lowering local taxes and mortgage rates while raising farm prices. He argued benefits to one industry spill to others and warned free traders would not help farmers. He urged voters to back the protectionist party to boost producers and labor.
A summary of English press reaction to American reciprocity policies and a proposed inter continental railroad linking the United States with South and Central America. The piece argues manifest destiny and reciprocity expand commerce despite British criticism, predicting closer U S southward ties in railroads steamships and manufacturing. It notes British jealousy and skepticism but asserts trade will advance regardless.
The essay dismisses a rumored pledge by President Harrison to back Blaine for a second term. It questions the credibility of a Democratic-sourced claim about such a pledge and argues no pledge would determine Blaine’s 1892 nomination. It contrasts past loyalties with the current political dynamics and asserts no pledge will fix the nomination.
News reaches the United States about a political disturbance in a Central American country. The hot climate is described as sustaining a constant ferment among the population.
New York report describes Mrs Amelie Rives Chanler arriving from Europe in a brown straw hat trimmed with golden pheasant feathers and a white net gown. The outfit is noted as unconventional, while Chanler remarks she has no intention to write for a time and will focus entirely on art.
Comments on rainmaking as a new profession, a bank robbery suspect in Columbus Grove, and mobs. Mentions the New York Sun on Italians in politics, Ohio Campbellites, and the White Squadron. Reports Tarentum County Fair opener and farm exhibit. jokes about summer girl and seashore fade with the cold wave.
A miscellany notes figures from Europe and America including Tar Empress of Germany as a notable swimmer, Clementine Belgians daughter poised for nunry, and Prime Minister Bismarck’s alleged memory decline. It also chronicles ex Senator Harlan’s improving condition, urban portraits of Sir Charles Dilke and the Duke of Edinburgh, a Raleigh editor’s Congress bid, and a comic aside about the Prince of Wales.
Mesers. Jones and Laughlin have bought coal lands along the Monongahela in Alten township and near Washington County totaling about 3000 acres, including the old American coal works. They took options on J. H. Crow’s river bottom farm below the works, sparking belief of a large iron plant at a premier manufacturing site five miles from Pike Run Run field.
Mayor Stuart welcomes the National Camp Patriotic Order of Sons of America to Philadelphia as delegates arrive. George Smith of Chicago National President responds, with speeches by State President Frank B. Spiese and Dr. G. P. Murdock. The day focuses on organizational business and expansion.
A traveling narrator describes departing Livingstone and entering Yellowstone country via Cinnabar. The journey covers trains, stages, and river canyons, praising water power potential, scenic geysers, and hot springs while lamenting modern prose and craving a primal nature moment.
Beginning August 2 at Rosebud Agency the Sioux Nation will hold an Episcopal Convocation for three days with delegates and families from several tribes. Attendance may reach thousands as Rosebud and Lower Brule plan a concurrent business convention to address Brule encroachment on Rosebud lands with government involvement.
Willie Partington found six turtle eggs and placed them under his mother’s hen. Days later the hen hatched seven chicks and four turtles, all living together and sharing food. In danger they seek protection under the old hen’s wings.
Mrs Harrison received two handsomely engrossed resolutions from the Patriotic Sons of America in Bellevue Kentucky for her stand against buying goods not produced domestically. She acknowledged the receipt of the resolutions.
Fifty years ago hours of work were longer and wages were less, but work was free and certain: industry meant sure success. Today work is uncertain, success 15 per adventure, anxiety weighs on rich and poor alike. In this struggle to hold one’s own the poor lack strength for poorer thought. each child is taught to live for the dollar. A change of the system is needed to save civilization from utter destruction.
A Kansas City Times brief recalls Governor Francis dining with National Guard officers at a lake hotel. A waitress, seeking the Governor, asked for identification. He stood out as the only ununiformed member and quipped I am the man though I have lost my uniform.
Secretary Foster said the government can redeem 4 1 2 percent bonds with gold reserves and bank deposits. He estimated total 4 1 2 percent loans outstanding around 21 million, likely rising to over 30 million before the transaction closes, leaving under 20 million due after September 2. He noted over 326 million in gold in Treasury plus a 100 million available balance to meet obligations, and that disbursement funds could be reduced from 35 million to about 20 million without hindering public business.
Sax Prasotsco reports the Emperor will issue a proclamation annexing three volcanic isles four degrees south of the Loo Choos. The lands are seen as suitable for white settlement colonies as Japan builds a larger fleet to rival China. A letter threatened Admiral of the Chinese fleet, prompting a Kobe police bodyguard during his stay.
The Southern Iron Company yesterday produced basic Bessemer steel from inexpensive Southern white pig iron without any alloying. The test used a furnace designed for the purpose and resulted in a perfect success, challenging prior claims that Scotch pig would be required for such steel.
Letters discuss admission exams for West Point and Annapolis, noting congressional naming rights and exam processes. The second letter protests post office name changes tied to a Confederate gunboat and criticizes related political messaging. A reader asks about eradicating red ants with suggested remedies, and another inquires about Chicago saloon licenses and standards.
Adjutant General McClelland learned of a ceremonies committee meeting at the world’s fair dedication. The plan includes a state and territorial military parade and a camp near Chicago for about 100,000 militia under a unified command during the event.
A Brooklyn woman tested a mirror in a rat trap to lure rats by reflecting a fellow rodent. The tactic caused the rats to rush in, trapping several, as the mirrored image enticed them into the device.
Sara Bernhardt did perform in America last season but did not visit Detroit. Henry Irving did not perform in New York last season at any theater.
A legal brainteaser asks whether a child born on a German steamer under the German flag but in American waters is German by nationality. If the vessel is a warship or government ship, the child belongs to Germany. otherwise the birth is American.
Jacob Steel aged about 100 dies after a porch fall. Born October 1783 in Springhill township Fayette county he lived near Masontown most of his life. A longtime Democrat and devout Methodist, he avoided tobacco and lived simply, rising early and enjoying moderate whisky. His memory spans Jefferson and Gallatin era events, reflecting a life tied to local history and politics.
A reader asks if a new hospital is imminent in Sewickley and notes no such intention. The letter cites the United States Board on Geographic Names and debates spelling Pittsburg without the H.
H P Hoan notes that Pittsburg should be spelled without the letter H in certain contexts as clarified by an August 1 dispatch. The commentary discusses regional spellings and proper usage for place names in official texts.
Mrs Emory Trier a eccentric widow died Monday in Newark Ohio after a life of seclusion spanning over 25 years Her wealth came from Boston birth and a unhappy marriage She lived in a small hut behind the Catholic Cemetery refusing contact with women and sleeping in a chair until death leaving property to farmer C Pitzer who built her a cottage but she never slept there and remained near her hut with vows tied to a past romance
The Society for the Improvement of the Poor launched a new branch to aid tired women by sending them to the country for a two week rest. Four wornout women were sent to Holiday’s Cove West Virginia yesterday morning, with two more planned for Morro.
General W B Curtis of West Liberty near Wheeling dies at 70. Born Sharpsburg Md April 18 1st he served in Virginia reorganizing convention and rose to colonel with Twelfth West Virginia Fifty-fourth Pennsylvania Twenty-third veterans units. Other notes include Joewn Gass former Attica mayor, John F Scanos editor Hartford Catholic, A F Brown brother of Senator J E Brown of Smyrna Ga, Mrs Manny Woorny Clarke inventor Woodrail car sister of an inventor, A H Bostson Elmira politician and J Page former Vermont state treasurer.
A compilation of editorials from Ohio and national papers discusses McKinley’s campaign surge in Ohio, health whispers about Governor Campbell, and reactions to the McKinley tariff law. It cites savings on sugar and the bill’s broad political impact across newspapers.
The second day draws full attendance as Rev Haslett opens with prayer and Prof Russell leads singing. Dr J T Hall lectures on language teaching, with further talks on music temperance and country teaching. Adds Prof Ness and Mr Luckey amid manual training talk. committees listed for permanent certificates and slated to be elected tomorrow.
Preparations for a lawn fete at Wilkinsburg by the fire department and local church groups. the Columbus Literary Association hosts a fete in Bellevue with rail connections to Pittsburgh and Chicago. Allegheny Parks hosts a free concert finale. Heptasoph Day observances on a steamer excursion. engagements and weddings announced including Miss Axceter Lewis and W H Amand, Miss Sadie Alexander and John W Grieves. Alumni basket picnic at Idlewild and Pittsburg Commercial Travelers reunion at Ross Park. First annual meeting of Pittsburg Council No 3 Jr C U A M at Silver Lake Grove. Frohman Singing Society on a river excursion. lawn fete at Mt. Washington Woman's Relief Corp.
General Master Workman Powderly says he will accept the Republican nomination for delegate at large as he defends a constitutional convention. He argues the cost is small compared with restoring voters liberty and funding hospitals, pointing to 200000 petitions for a call and criticizing party bosses who fear a free ballot.
An extraordinary 24 hour weather shift affects the river bottom region near Desisox Texas with frost in summer. A newly formed Hanenas City company plans to lay air cooling and heating mains for homes, claiming oxygen enriched supply and seasonal comfort.
Local notices list travelers and visitors including R. F. Douds returning from vacation in Maine, a 125 person excursion to Ningum Falls, and multiple figures like James P. Anderson, Dr. Magee, Adolph Class, Captain E. Breck, and Senator John N. Neeb visiting or returning from trips to cities such as Chicago New York Philadelphia and New Castle.
A survey of oddities and brief items reports a 300 mile Washington cattle range, 140 foot artesian well in South Dakota, a flourished bread crumb clock in Milan, and a Congo chief letter to the Archbishop. Various curiosities including a Florida alligator fight, a queenly road show in Detroit, and Brooklyn Bridge traffic counts are noted.
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