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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1891

Page

12

Famine Fears and Political Coldness Darken Russia Ahead

The article reports grim signs in Russia with possible famine next year as autumn wheat is damaged and spring crops look poor. It notes M Vishnegradsky’s weakening influence, his warning to the Czar against visiting Germany, and Nihilist agitation among peasants while factories stall for lack of orders.

Warsaw Dec M. Vishnecradsky Caucasus Russia Germany William Grst Grand Duke George the Rier Lodsi

Chinese Leader Captured After Daring Escape Attempt

The North China Herald reports Chin Kin Tung, a Kolao Hui leader, was seized in Soo Chow after a deadly armed stand in an inn. Six runners burst in, he resisted with a sword, was overpowered, gagged, bound, and taken to Shanghai aboard a steam launch. He vowed to continue the cause despite pain.

North China Herald Kolao Hui Chin Kin Tung Chen Ken Tung Soo Chow Chen Ken Shanghai

France and Germany weigh trade affect on World's Fair

Paris exporters warn the McKinley bill hinders access to American markets while promising to push exports. London reports Miss Cornwallis West Wed Prince Hans- isher of Pless at Westminster with royal attendance. Paris notes a commercial pact granting favored nation status for sugar and cereals. Vienna praises the new treaties for preserving protectionism.

Paris Dec Ore France Aember Chamber of Commerce Enid Marseilles Lyons United States Germany England Journal Des Debats

Treaties Tied to Economic Aims at Silesia Meeting

A fragment notes that treaties reflected a push for economic aims that animated rulers, including Emperor Francis and Emperor William, during a 1890 meeting in Silesia.

Francis William Silesia

Premier Reiterates His Re liable Birmingham Utterances

A London letter reports Lord Salisbury replying to a query about his Birmingham speech and protection. He says he supported protection in principle but proposed abolition of corn duties could yield reform in the East. Also noted is Dr Welti's resignation after a plebiscite rejected the Central Railway purchase.

Loxpor Lord Salisbury National Union of Conservative Associations Birmingham Berne Dec Dr. Welti Switzerland Swiss Central Railway Department

Tariff Imposed on Refined Petroleum in France

The Senate approves a 25 franc tariff on refined petroleum despite opposition from M Roche minister of commerce. Other items note burial plans for Don Pedro in Lisbon and misstatements on various European events and officials.

Pauxis Senate M. Roche

Sub-Treasury Alliance Convention Postponed After Conference Plan

W S McAllister, Mississippi, chairman of the National Executive Committee of the Anti Sub Treasury Alliance, postpones the Memphis national convention set for December 16. He cites the upcoming St Louis third party conference and Supreme Council action, quoting delays and the aim to keep the Farmers' Alliance faithful to its constitution.

Washington McAllister Mississippi Sub-Treasury Alliance Memphis Indianapolis Supreme Council Farmers’ Alliance Hrangvarters Nationan Executive Wrttee Anti-Sun-Treasury Alliance Wasuraxotos D. C Anti-Sub-Treasury Alliance Marcy AntiSuub-Treasury Alliance National Convention W. 5S. McAllister Canton Miss St. Louis National Alliance

Indian War Fears After Escapee Seeks Refuge

Sheriff Jones and Deputy Thompson reach Miles City with one Cheyenne prisoner captured at Cheyenne Agency for cattle killing. The other fled and bands of braves threaten attack on the Agency. Agent Tully reports uprising expected, troops ordered from Fort Keogh, and settlers fear clashes over reservation rights.

Helena Mosr Jones Thompson Miles City Cheyenne Agency Tully Fort Keogh Department St Paul General Land Office

Prosecution Details Graves Murder Trial in Denver

The District Attorney outlines the motive and alleged actions of Dr. T Thatcher Graves in the case of Mrs. Barnaby’s death. He cites a fatal poison bottle mailed from Boston, possible handwriting, and Graves's indifferent, conflicting conduct from Providence to Denver.

Dr. Graves Denver District Court T. Thatcher Graves Stevens Macon Rising Mr. Stevens Boston Providence Graves

Accidents Kill and Injure Five in Yesterday's Reports

Two persons died and three were injured in yesterday’s accidents. Five total incidents were logged, including an electric car collision killing a boy and a railroad worker struck on the Allegheny Valley tracks. Minor incidents followed with injuries described as not serious.

Rescuic Kasimis Beschc Park Bros. & Co Allegheny Valley Lewis Willie Lewis Atwood Street Pittsby Traction Company Ward Street Ferris Feltz Phillips, Nimick & Co Shalerville McCayn Thomas McCann Pennsylvania Scott Charles Shott Carbon Iron Works

Denton Linked to Fatally Bomb-Thrower In Morgue Head ID

New York observers claim the dead man resembles well known dime museum crank Prof A A Denton. Boston reports describe a man named R A Meservey seen with Russell Sage tales, suggesting the head may be Denton’s, tying the bomber to a long-time dime museum figure.

New York Denton Boston Philip S. Rust Russell Sage James Skillman Eighth Avenue Theater Jay Gould John Denton Globe Masnum Bowery Mr. Sage Central Park

Sawtelle's Crime of Cain in Supreme Court Hearing

Isaac B Sawtelle testified before a full New Hampshire Supreme Court bench to obtain a new trial arguing the murder of his brother Hiram occurred in Maine where capital punishment does not apply. He described luring the victim from Boston to Rochester on February 5, 1890, carrying a revolver and tools, shooting him, and burying the body after dismembering it.

Concorp N. H Isaac B. Sawtelle Supreme Court Hiram Isaac New Hampshire Maine Sawtelle Rochester Boston

Yesterday's Hotel Arrivals Reported in Pittsburg

The list shows numerous travelers and residents staying at Pittsburgh hotels from Philadelphia Chicago Cincinnati and beyond. Notable names include J. W. Watson New York C. A. Ambrose Ligonier and J. M. Rhodes Meadville. The report notes visits by Postmaster Murphy Lansing and a group attending local meetings and events.

Cleveland W. H. Thompson Grand Rapids W. A. Gordon Grand Fork N. D A. W. Thompson New Castle A. Pupasiew City J. M. Usher Boxton F. A. Kane P. J. Pond, Jr St. Louis Ws Robinson Brownsville D. Lee Zanesville W-H.cookr Wheeling R. J Fuller Peter Kukernanz A. J Scarsney H. H. Stambaugh F. E. You Youngstown C. X. Grover William Ane Philadelphia E. Erainare W . F. Springer J. W. Les C. D. Bleakley Franklin Ann Elsox Coxey Mansillon D. J. Wright New York W. H. Dahman A. H. Geisel W. G. Irwin Cincinnati C. A. Cochrane Newcastle-on-Tyne W. A. Cochrane Darlington England J. J. Newman New Haven J. H. Moffat Buffalo H. G. Hastings Bradford G. C Springfield Mra. G. Pelton G. Hopkins C. W. Brown Boston J. E.gaylord Butte Mont BR. Keefer Gates, Jr Roeton J. W. Celeard Lynn J. BH. Dieter C. G. Taylor Liverpool F. H. Bostwick A.W. Koch G. P. Deacon W. C. Hesse A. B. Mudgett Middletown Santossin C. H. Rosenham J Cc. Last St. James C. A. Ambrose Ligonier J. H. Laughlin Warren J. M. McKay Golden Owen K. Fraitt Phindelphia Miss Maily Ol City BR. G. Shults Fort Plain W. Foye W. H. Ruttledge Mrs. Ford Punxsutawney G. Jones A. E. Murphy J. M. Rhodes Meadville W. G. Nevin Sharon Ceyrrai E. Edwards A. C. Bowie Uniontown B. F. Hall Williamstown F. E. Oglevee Vanderbilt G. Schiller Petersburg F. Bbi Jefferson M. Bonner J. Mencnels Rockland G. P. Wingnapoli G. W. Toneistio T. Hence Indianapol Noble, Jr Johnstown G. Belington George Roberts Howde Ae Washinens St. Clartes J. W. Jon Wash John Cleeman Oswero L. A. Res Dayton J. Ryan Troy H. B. Eastman W. A. Stremater W. Klosterman I. V. Wood Rochester P. L Wean Greer J. W. Long Washington

War with Indian uprising drowns out reports in We b

A jumble of items notes a discrediting of a planned uprising in the Web. Other items report a $2,000,000 mine sale in Sudbury to an English syndicate and various society notices.

Baltimore and Ohio yard plan hinges on Second avenue change

Baltimore and Ohio seeks to convert yard space by rerouting tracks along Bluff street hill in exchange for street realignment at Second avenue from Lock No. 1 to the Tenth street bridge. City plan cites gains for the road and concerns over landslides unless a retaining wall is built. The deal would add about five miles of track and 80 feet of space between hill and river. Residents of Duquesne Heights and West End watch a hillside grass fire sparked by youths as authorities curb the blaze. John R. Bobbite visits Pittsburg for Jr. O U A M. discussions with National Vice Councilor James Cranston about expanding the order. Pennsylvania reportedly has 70,000 members.

Baltimore and Ohio Road Second Avenue Tenth Street Bluff Street King Pittsburg Baltimore and Ohio Timore Ohio Glenwood Duquesne Heights West End No. 8 Police Station John R. Bobbite James Cranston Pennsylvania

Prison Fire Free Prisoners as Flames Rage at City Jail

At about 2 30 this morning the City Prison in Columbus Ohio caught fire. The blaze damaged the two upper stories and drenched the cells below. Of 111 prisoners 11 were females who were released while males shouted for liberty but were kept confined. Crowds gathered outside as investigators valued losses at 10000 dollars. The origin remained a mystery.

CoLtomsBus

Fire Losses Report Across Multiple States

At Paterson New Jersey John Dunlap Silk Mills suffers losses around 100000 with partial insurance. Near Latrobe Philip Hermans dwelling and contents incur about 1500 uninsured. In St Paul Iowa the Catholic Church loses 245000 due to chandelier collapse with 5000 insured. West Milton Ohio Asher Mast barn and sixteen horses including Orion C suffer about 20000 loss with half insured.

Paterson N.J John Dunlap Silk Mills Latrobe Philip Herman St. Paul West Milton Asher C. Mast Orion C. Sneer

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