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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1892

Page

12

Foster and Herbert clash over Canadian tolls in new dispatch

Washington. The forthcoming exchange between Secretary Foster and Acting British Minister Herbert draws sharp, caustic remarks as Foster defends U S positions on Canadian tolls and Welland Canal discrimination, urging Canada to honor treaty obligations and resume reciprocal trade terms.

Washington Foster M. Herbert M. Foster Blaine Senor Pedro Montt State Department Bering Sea

Foster's Fine Work in Reply to Mr Herbert

Additional correspondence on tolls through the St Mary's Falls canal to Canada was published. Herbert argues tolls are temporary and may not be reestablished after 1892 while Foster cautions delay, urging a respectful approach as Canada cites contracts and season timing. Secretary Foster notes a delay to seek a just solution and avoid harming grain movement, reflecting neighborly policy.

Herbert Secretary of State Ublic Caseie St. Foster Canada Mr. Foster Blaine Chile S&s. Lawrence Ecanala Foster Dominion United States Welland Canal Ihs Welland and St. Lawrence Canals Boards of Trade Milwaukee Chicago Detroit Cleveland BunTalo O»sore Oxdaneies Ita Congress of Congress Ple HiIncros St. Mary's Falls Canal Dominion of Canada Department of State Welland St. Lawrence Iss Ue Action Sault Ste. Marie Belne

Regulation Forces Rectifiers to Gauge Own Liquor

The Bureau of Internal Revenue enforces a new rule requiring liquor rectifiers to gauge their own stock after rectifying. Collector Mitchell explained the change, noting current practice gauged before and after rectification, with minimal manpower impact in the district.

Bureau of Internal Revenue Mitchell Internal Revenue Bureau Bureau

Colored League Officers Chosen for Campaign in Harrisburg

The Democratic Colored State League Executive Committee met in Harrisburg and named a Campaign Committee led by R. G. Bull of Philadelphia with members from Lehigh, Lycoming, Lancaster, Allegheny, Dauphin, Washington and other counties. Headquarters will be in Philadelphia and the annual convention is set for Philadelphia on the 27th. leaders from nearby states were invited to attend and speakers will tour the state.

Harrisburg Democratic Colored State League R. G. Bull Philadelphia G. Still Lehigh J. M. Slaughter Lycoming D. Wilson Lancaster Wy. H. Hanger Allegheny Charles L. Barnes Dauphin William Stewart Washington Abson Chester A. H

Wary Stranger Links Fall River Murder to Lizzie Borden Case

In a chaotic Borden prosecution scene at Fall River, a rambling letter from a man named Samuel Robinsky claims he met a bloodied stranger around the crime time. The preliminary trial for Lizzie Borden proceeds with Dr. Dolan testifying on the victims, blood evidence, and autopsy notes.

Lizzie Borden Dolan Prof Wood Harvard College Kiernan Borden Homestead Lizzie Emma Dr. Dolan Mr. Borden Mr. Adams Mrs. Borden Knowlton Miss Emma

City confronts flood of green goods circulars

Police report a two month surge of green goods circulars mailed by farmers outside and residents inside the city. Graham of Hudson Street, New York, is suspected but not located by authorities. Superintendent O Mara and Government Detective Sweeney coordinate with New York officials to pursue Graham.

Graham Hudson Street New York O'Mara Sweeney Ee Eee

Reading Company Monopoly Case Sparks State Action

Chancellor McGill issued a sweeping opinion granting the Attorney General's injunction and restraining the Port Reading from operating the Central Railroad Company. The ruling holds lease and intercompany arrangements ultra vires and aims to restore competition in the anthracite coal market, warning of monopolistic harm and higher prices for residents. The decision contrasts with views from President McLeod, who predicts limited practical effect without higher court reversal.

Sneds Central Port Reading Philadelphia Reading Ita Lehigh Valley Greal Lehigh Valley Railroad Philadelphia and Central Railroads Reading Railroad Heading Coal and Iron Company Central Company Lehigh and Wilkesbarre Coal Company Coa Torres McGill McLeod Friends of the Reading Company Central Railroad of New Jersey Jersey Central Philadelphia and Evasive Company The Coal and Iron Company Jersey Nmtral

Select Knights to perform concert in Highland Park tonight

City life notes list a military band concert in Highland Park this evening with a telescopic Mars view among attractions. Also reported are a fatal heart condition, a man recovering from a head injury, a court suit for slander, and a candidate filing in Allegheny. An O U A M excursion to Sandy Lake is planned for next Sunday.

Knights Highland Park Lexa May Lrees Carlton Street Michael Perrawan Verona St. Paul's Peter Faubel Allegheny Capias Cuantes Geren Alleny Alr. Hendricks Witt T. Kean Upper St. Clair Uer Brecisie McGivemn New York Mail Service Pittsburg Anna McTion Common Pleas Samuel Boley Washington Association, Jr. O. U. A. M Sandy Lake Lake Side Park

Allegheny Council Committee Sets Reapportionment Report

The Allegheny Common Council committee voted last evening to prepare a reapportionment ordinance for the common council. The measure will be reported to the Select Council and must be adopted under the state law.

Allegheny Common Committee of Allegheny Councils Common Branch

James Clark Appears Before Magistrate on Assault Charge

James Clark faced a magistrate on a charge of assault and battery filed by John L Sullivan. The incident occurred at Sullivan’s house on Fifty-first Street where a disturbance led to Clark being held for court.

James Clark Leslie John L Sullivan Sullibie Fifty-first Street Onoma Clark Ballivan Clark

Work of Northwestern Mills Flour Output Likely to Drop

The Northwest Miller reports mills ran heavily last week with flour output at 202,120 barrels total or 83,687 barrels daily, slightly down from 205,185 barrels the prior week, suggesting production may ease next week.

Minneapolis

P. L. E. Reaches Conneaut Harbor

The Pittsburg Shenango and Lake Erie Railroad has reached Conneaut harbor and by early next week coal and lumber can be unloaded at the docks, which are rapidly being completed.

L. E Conneaut Conneaut, O Speria Pittsburg, Shenango and Lake Erie Conneaut Harbor

Business Briefs From California and Midwest Markets

Markets report car shortages for Sachamento fruit shippers and railroad workers. Coal prices rise across regions while September production mirrors August. A window glass manufacturers’ petition delays factories until September 24, signed by seven large Chicago firms. Detroit court names E T Walker receiver for Michigan Iron Hail branch to recoup 50,000 held by local trustees. Ashland docks report 101,141 tons shipped last week, only one week higher this season. Colorado Stewart placer finds resurfaced at Star City near Wilson Creek. rich beds resemble historic strikes. Itaska Iron Mining Company formed in Chicago with 5 million capital, 40,000 acres examined, 4,000 purchased, near Penfield region. aims to prove cheaper refined iron than ore hauled East. Ex Governor Campbell and Allen W Thurman back the venture.

United States Chicago Detroit E. T. Walker Michigan Order of the Iron Hail Indianapolis Ashland Wis Colorado Star City Lime Creek Wilson Creek Stewart Kit Carson Itaska Iron Mining Company Pninth Ft East Campbell Allen W. Thurman Ohio

Railway Interests and Rail Rate Debates Across The Nation

Reports from multiple rail fronts include Northern Pacific route changes near St. Paul and Minneapolis, Thomas Wilson named Omaha Railroad general counsel, Midgley calls a Missouri river railroads traffic managers meeting over rate irregularities, iron rate rises delayed to October 31 due to weak iron markets, California land bought for a rail line from Bay Island to Contra Costa and San Joaquin Valley, Transcontinental Association discusses foreign port rates with no decision, minimum yearly freight weight debated, Baltimore and Ohio telegraphers seek wage increases, and stockholder books access conflict at Terminal Company overseen by Oakman.

Ruroneo Northern Pacific St. Paul Minneapolis Puset Sound Hos Thomas Wilson Winona Minn Omaha Railroad Colonel Mowe Midgley Western Freight Association Missouri River Railroads Brevinexuam Railroad H. McCartney Bay Island Farm Alameda Shore Calfornia

Hvesford Acid Phosphate Promises Refreshing Lemonade

A ful added to water makes a delicious beverage. It can be served hot or cold and sweetened to taste for a refreshing inviting drink.

Hvesford

Pythian Officers Elected as Knights and Sisters Leaders Named

Kansas City August 2 Knights of Pythias elected Supreme Chancellor W W Blackwell Kentucky Supreme Vice Chancellor Walter B Richie Ohio Supreme Prelate E T Blackmer California Supreme Master of the Exchequer F J Wiley Delaware Supreme Keeper of Records and Seals R L C White Tennessee Supreme Master at Arms J H Lyon Kansas Supreme Inner Guard A C Gardenier New York Supreme Outer Guard John H Thompson Washington D G The endowment bank post awaits constitutional decision Supreme Temple of the Pythian Sisters elected Supreme Chief Mrs Hattie A Robinson and other officers with several positions to be filled tomorrow.

W. Blackwell Kentucky Kansas City Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias W. W. Blackwell Supreme Vic Walter B. Richie Ohio E. T. Blackmer California F. J. Wiley Delaware R. L. C. White Tennessee Supreme Master J. H. Lyon Kansas Supreme Inner Guard A. C. Gardenier New York Supreme Outer Guard John H. Thompson Washington Endowment Bank William Worth Blackwell Henderson Grand Lodge D. Ritchie Lima Ohio Bar Joseph H. Lyon Missouri Pacific Railroad Leavenworth Kan Kansas Brigade Supreme Temple of the Pythian Sisters of the World Mra Hattie A. Robinson Sarah J. Goff Center, Falls, Rel H. W. Dodd Ft. Madison M. D. Wood Emma Bacon Dayton Supreme Guard Anna Hammond Sarah Wolf San Francisco

Eight of Contractors Cranes Falls Injures Worker

A large circular window frame 5 by 20 feet fell onto Max Laudeau on Penn avenue near the Childs Gillespie building, pinning his leg and injuring him. Drs Wiley and Pond treated him on the street as observers urged better safety guards and protective coverings for pedestrians around construction sites.

Childs- Gillespie Penn Avenue Max Laudeau Dra. Wiley Pond

Linen and muslin urgently needed for nurse training hospital

Miss Wright, Superintendent of the Homeopathic Training School for Nurses, appeals for old linen and muslin. She cites a surge in severe burn cases and depleted stock, noting cannot buy new linen as it harms wound dressing and urges donations despite summer vacations.

Miss Wright Homeopathic Training School

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Able State Paper Presi Dent Harrison Mr. Herbert Great Britain Colored League Howson Lott and Mr. Gardner Toole Harrison the Business World Reading Combine Fach Corporation Minnlis Duluth John L. Sullivan Northwestern Mills Sachamento, Cal Gandalajara Exican Central Buffalo Montreal Metropolitan Rolling Mills Abbott & Co. Lossheary West Asheville N. C Belmont Carne Charleston Weat Cenoville Improvement Company Pennsylvanis Eleanor Sichara M. Broderick Pevarook, NW. H Hrogerica Abe Dra Agnew Guernsey Siwage U. S
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