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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1891

Page

8

Presbyterians at Odds Over Revision of Faith

New York August 30 notes a fierce clash between Liberal and Princeton forces over the revision of the Westminster Confession. Secret chapters on the Holy Spirit and evangelization to heathen lands stir controversy among 25 committee members led by Dr Francis L Patton. Columns praise the chapters while Princeton critics attack the prose and methods.

New York Princeton Francis L. Patton John Calvin Westminster Divines Edward D. Mortis Cincinnati William H. Green Prnetton Henry J. Vandike, Sr Nooklyn Herrick Johnson Ilinois William H. Moore Columbus Mortis Dr. Green Lake Forest University Chicago Accovina Henry van Dyke Brick Cho van Dyke Detroit General Assembly Briggs Detroit Union Seminary Presbyterian Church Hen Loyuten Smith William G. T. Shed Revision Committee John Hopkins Romeater E Pr New Yorker VanDrke Thomas Hastings Union Ace de Ee Teaninery Haustinge Nanton Robert Russell Booth Dyan Georgetown Bedlam Mt. Gretna Standard Oil Company Nova Pattison Alger Blaine Cleveland Hill Auburn N. Y Ohio el Dorado Newport Bahama Islands Frances Willard Derworest Fashion and Machine Company Williamsport Ft. Wayne East Palestine Town Crestline United States Marshall Sims Alabama Canton Coney Island Jockey Club Hal Pointer Charter Oak Park Balmaceda Prince Rudolph Baroness Marie Mungerling Caprivi Emperor William Mekletburg-Schwerin William M. Ivins Collean Legation Portamouth Dr. Pratt London Martinique

Controversy in Presbyterian Church Trials and Revisions

The article outlines tensions around the Briggs trial and revision of the Confession. It highlights Dr. Thompson as a biased potential chair, unity among Briggs supporters and anti revisionists, and prior Swing trial involvement. It notes Princeton Liberal clashes and Dr Edward D. Morris publishing against revising the Confession.

Union Seminary Auto Briggs Thompson Chicago Patton Ono Swing Princeton Edward D. Morris

Sunday News Digest Highlights National and Local Events

A condensed Sunday issue covers the Chile upheaval and global stories, plus local incidents. Notable items include John Condry’s Rubert robbery alibi, water mains bursts, a 45 foot child fall, tax and banking notes, aviation and railroad news, and various political and social developments across cities and nations.

South Americans Fight for Liberty Stirring Revolt Views

Washington dispatch surveys South American revolutions with focus on Chile Balmaceda Congress forces. Observers criticize both sides for propaganda, note U S neutrality questions, recount Ecuador 1814 Ventimilla episode where Congress overthrew a dictator after a dramatic siege and battle.

Public sale announced for next Tuesday by W. Drape firm

The advertisement notes a public sale next Tuesday with plans by W. Drape and Co. at 313 Wood Street. The context mentions the favorable reception of Syrup of Figs from California Syrup Company and references Kensington advertisement on page 3.

California Syrup Company Crafton W. Drape & Co Wood Street

Ventimilla's Rise and Fall Touted in Exile Tale

The piece credits Ventimilla with Ecuadorian overthrow and notes his election, then cites reports from Chilean Minister Lazcano stating Ventimilla lost all $2,000,000 and remains exiled in Peru, destitute after his flight. It references Caaman as a South American envoy to the Pan American Congress.

Dom Pedro Guzman Potes Venezuela Caracas Ecuador Ignacio de Ventimilla Ventimilla Congress Chamber of Durance Quito Caaman Pan American Congress Lazcano Chile Peru

Free Daily Trains to Blaine and Local Rail Ads

Public notices advertise free daily trains to Blaine from Pittsburg and Lake Erie depot end of Smithfield street bridge with morning and afternoon departures and a Saturday evening return via Pittsburg Virginia and Charleston. Also promoted are portraits and cabinetry by Hendricks Co and Aufrecht Co Elite Gallery offers framed pictures and crayon portraits. Private box safety vaults proposed by Farmers Deposit National Bank urging officials to review protections.

Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad Smithfield Street Union Depot Pittsburg Virginia Charleston Charles Somers & Co Fourth Avenue

Quick Disposal Sale Promises Deep Discounts

Arrangements for rapid disposal of goods are pushed forward but the vast quantity delays the sale to tomorrow. Low sheriff sale prices allow buyers to get three shoes for the price of one as sizes remain unbroken. buyers urged to arrive early for best selection.

W. E. Schmertz & Co Fifth Ave Pittsburg Sheriff’s House of Pitts Allegheny

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