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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1889

Page

4

Portage Free Press Editions and Subscription Details

The Portage Free Press issue lists subscription terms for various editions and carriers, including Danny Desration One Year Patvy Mierarcu Porter DarLy Dsrratch One Month and Day Insratch with Sunday delivery. The weekly edition Mierarcn also appears with one year terms. Pittsburgh dated Friday December 18, 1682.

Portage Free the Unter Danny Desratcn Patvy Mierarcu Porter DarLy

Leedom and Silcott Defalcation Scandal Opens Congress

The report details how the Sergeant at Arms office mishandled funds with Silcott stealing 70 793 dollars and Leedom lending money to Congressmen at ten percent discount. It criticizes lax controls and urges successors to tighten duties and prevent further misuse of public money.

Eilcott Silcott Leedom Canada

The Choice for the Fair

Public enthusiasm grows for a 1892 World’s Fair location with Congress urged to act quickly. Washington favored by conjecture, New York and Chicago debated, Pittsburgh’s Chamber of Commerce backs a national fair in the capital.

Congress Washington New York Chicago Congressional Committee Canital Pittsburg Commeree

Spoilsmen Target Civil Service Reform Debate

A noted group plans an assault on the 1883 civil service law with open preparations. Senator Ingalls and Senator Vance back the anti civil service campaign, while peers warn against spoiling. The New York Times notes a consequence: a post refusal cleanup would repopulate departments until funds resume, and opponents lack full understanding of the system.

Washington Ingalls Vance Congress

Ohio Forgery Scandal Prompts House Committee Probe

The House committee, urged by Congressman Butterworth, votes to investigate ballot box forgery linked to a contract passed from R. G. Wood to Governor Foraker. The Dispatch has chronicled many details, with more to come as courts hold Wood and officials account. The pursuit aims to punish the forger and expose those guiding the scheme for political gain.

Hous of Representatives Butterworth R. G. Wood Foraker Congressional Committee Wood Thesnemefel Busines

No clear headline possible from fragmentary text

The excerpt argues for exposing insinuations against individuals and warns of malicious lies. It calls for sharp probing of the matter to ensure justice and public scrutiny.

Watter

Emin Bey's Aurt Relatives Draw Pittsburg Tie

A DisPatch reporter finds Mrs. J. P. Kolson in Pittsburgh's West End, an aunt of Emin Bey. She recalls his precocious boyhood, the many explorations at home, and the name change from Dr. Joseph Schnitzler to Emin Bey. The piece hints at his longing to visit Cologne and invites the city to welcome him.

Pittsburg Stanley Emin Bey West End DisPatch J. P. Kolson Bey Joseph Schnitzler Cologne Bere All

City loafer bemoaned as Allegheny bars loafing

A lively editorial criticizes Allegheny's prohibition of loafing before the Carnegie Library and contrasts urban treatment with rural allowances for idlers. It questions why philanthropists do not establish loafing spaces in cities to spare pedestrians from tobacco-stained crowds.

Allegheny Carnegie Library Silas

Pittsburg Park Guarded Against Squirrel Hill Railroad Threat

City officials and RB Carnahan guard Pittsburgs new park against covert schemes and protests any privilege to the Squirrel Hill Electric Railroad. Torrens has no power to grant rights and the railroad must withdraw unless public consent is obtained, which is unlikely. A Mercer sheriff was robbed of $5, with an odd note about clows highlighting critique of police etiquette.

Pittsburg B. Carnahan W. H. Brown Moreland Carnahan

Record backs protection echoing new proverb

The Philadelphia Record endorses protection and cites Count Herbert Bismarck returning from the Orient with a new proverb. It warns three things no man should play with there because they can cause harm: fire, the viper, and a burning sting.

Philadelphia Record Theecord Herbert Bismarck Orient

Thankful for Society Actresses’ Departure From Stage

A historical note credits society actresses with prompting a shift away from the American stage this season. The public benefit is a perceived rise of the stage as performers move on. The piece frames the change as a communal debt and a renewal of opportunities.

Husband Leaves Wife Declares Burden and Annoyance

Divorce court reveals a husband abandoned his wife claiming he was a burden. The wife, aware of his faults, seeks legal freedom yet cherishes his memory, noting he is among the few men who know when to quit.

Treasury silver scheme provokes strong opposition

The passage notes that silver interests oppose Secretary Windom’s plan, arguing they demand a role for silver and even the earth itself in any metal scheme. It suggests the opposition would surprise no one, especially not the Treasury secretary.

Windom the Treasury

Ingalls Critiques Harrison Administration Amid Hayes Debate

SenavTor Ingalls denounces Harrison's leadership as making Hayes look respectable. He laments that any statesman might rise to soften Ingalls' own rhetoric.

SenavTor Ingalls Harrison Hayes Senator Ingalls

Queer Day Here Sees Fatal Electrocution Ties

New York witnesses grim scenes as coroner cases rise from contact with electric light wires. Officials blame lax enforcement by the Board of Electrical Control while regulations are mainly framed.

New York Board of Electrical Control

Suger Trust Faces Pressure Amid Market Tensions

The Suger Trust undergoes scrutiny as a Gugaris pot tradition returns to a tureen style, signaling a shift in how the trust is perceived and its ongoing challenges.

Notable Society and Diplomatic Notes From Washington

Miss Busansaeh M. Duxelee of Newton becomes the first woman bank treasurer in the United States, a 16 year tenure. Consular Chief Dr. St. Cuate marks his fiftieth birthday after joining the State Department in 1885. Vanderbilts buy Grand Canal Venice for 95000. Speaker Reed displays many public-facing portraits. Yale PhD graduate Christopher Souwas earns summa cum laude. Rev. Pamphile de Voutter, Damien’s brother, to visit U.S. for leprosy mission funds. Mrs. Burnett returns to London after accident, tied to Little Lord Fauntleroy controversy. Russian envoy Baron Hakonpe Sreuve resumes duties in Washington. Baron and Baroness Rosen depart for Russia. Baron Struve in mourning keeps to himself this winter.

Busansaeh M. Duxelee Newton Mass United de. F. C. St. Cuate State Washington State Department Cornelius Vanderbilt London Earl of Dudley Turner Grand Canal Venice Speaker Reed Jeux Christopher Souwas Yale Pamphile de Voutter Damien England Damien Institute United States Hoyuson Burnett Lord Fauntleroy Hakonpe Sreuve Washington Europe Baron Mr. Gregor

Ways and Means Committee Forms and Clerkship Fillings

The first session of the Ways and Means Committee established an organization and set Tuesdays and Thursdays as meeting days. The President's message distribution and tariff law were addressed, with a clerk appointed for the committee. John, a well known correspondent and former clerk to the committee, is expected to be reappointed.

Cclerk Ann cl Sotho Comettee LatoyAe Eeen PS Eotstea John

Young Men to the Front in the House

A Washington Letter from the New York Herald notes the average House member is under 40, signaling an era of young legislators. It contrasts past beliefs that long experience was essential and observes most young members come from the West seeking homes away from crowded Eastern centers.

Washington Letter New York Herald San Francisco Oakland Bay Seobotinn Finherman America San Luis Obispo California Carissa Menkas Unacceiea Skimmer White House Ike

Buffalo Jones Touts Buffalo Sale Near Stony Mountain

Special telegram reports Buffalo Jones traveling to Garfield Beach en route from Stony Mountain Manitoba. He acts as agent for a syndicate tied to the Union Pacific regarding Utah pleasure resorts. A new batch of buffalo from the Stony Mountain region may be offered soon at 6500 dollars per head.

Cheyenne Buffalo Jones Garfield Beach Battle Head Buffalo Stony Mountain Manitoba Jones Union Pacific Utah Stony Mountain Regio

American daughters wooed by European nobility for cash

A Detroit Free Press note claims European aristocrats including 13 dukes 16 counts and 3 viscounts offer marriages to American heiresses with cash gifts ranging from 500000 to 1000000 dollars. The article highlights that looks are secondary to the dowry.

Detroit Free Press Europe

Tanner's Successor Confirmed

Washrleton reports that the Senate confirmed Grove B. Baum of Tufnels to be Commissioner this afternoon, finalizing a long awaited nomination. The action clears Baum to assume leadership of the agency amid ongoing policy debates and institutional transitions.

Tanner Washrleton Senate Grove B. Baum Tufnels

Oddities and Accidents From a Regional Fair and Surrounding Tales

A Chester fair features a bribing tempt in a electrified tank for a silver dollar. A Berks county supervisor wounds his thumb while killing a pig. A Stark county lynx rumor ends in misfortune. In Uniontown W Va bear hunt ends with ten men killed. A Roach shipyard painter learns he has twins with his wife. A Northumberland farmer fatally wounds a bullock. Oscie Ranger Prisxttox sells out funeral business after 4,000 plus services. Haze W. Raper mails a yearling boar and a buck deer to the nation’s congressman in a valley setting.

PrisxsetTox McConellville, O Busineses Washington County Ohio

Beauty and lifelike charm stir Fifth Avenue crowd

A vivid portrait of Miss Dur fee drawing eyes on Fifth Avenue as blue silk and blonde features captivate onlookers. Captain Wishart appears pale and weary amid questions about hospital staff and religious influence in medical care. A Fort Wayne locomotive derails briefly near Allegheny, but no one is hurt and the engine recovers.

Lewey Atresta Fifth Avenue Smithfield Street Wood Street Miss Durfee Shoenberger Mercy St. Franciscus Mercy Hospital St. Margaret's Hospital Episcopal Church Loocomotive K Fort Wayne Leetsdale Allegheny Federal Street Cara

Woman's National Potato Contest Winners Named

Rural New Yorker sponsored a national potato contest in New York on December 12 with 1000 entrants. Prizes totaled multiple awards up to 100 dollars, with top yield rates near 1015 bushels per acre. First prize went to Elisa Gay of Johnson county Wyoming. second to Mary Rusk of Madison county Illinois. third to Mrs Covell of Erie county Ohio.

New York New Yorker Elisa Gay Johnson County Wyo T Mary Rusk Madison County Mra T. Covell Erie County Nese Eileen Afterod Mary L.ee Fairfield County Conn

Robber Struck Churches in City Theft Alarm Leads Chase

Baltimore December 11 The burglar alarm at St James Church charity box triggered a pursuit. Julius Bonet, a Switzer, was captured after fleeing along the street. A list of Roman Catholic and Lutheran churches using similar boxes was found on him.

Baltimore Brothers of Julius Bonet

Explorer Stanley Plans Lifelong Africa Mission

A Philadelphia Press item notes explorer Stanley intends to devote his remaining years to Africa, carrying civilization into its dark regions. A playful line marks his approach as making light of the Dark Continent. The brief compiles other quoted quips from Philadelphia and Chicago papers.

Philadelphia Explorer Stanley Africa

Notable Chicago Deaths Mourned in 19th Century Notices

A series of late 19th century death notices from Chicago records recount the passings of prominent figures. A. F. Dennison, native of Leyden Massachusetts, died of pneumonia at age 41 after a brief illness, a resident three years in Chicago, formerly a grain dealer. Samuel A. Steele of Yourartows Ohio, former Chicago official and Elk member, died after a brief illness. E. N. Dickerson, long active in paneer ware and counsel for the Bell Telephone Company, died at home. Reverend Joseph Ward ANETOS, President of Yankion Allegge, is listed among the deceased.

Chicago A. F. Donnwan Dennison Leyden Mass T. Lester Grover Cleveland E. N. Dickerson Mths Tol Paneer Ware Bel Telephone Company Hia Real Denge Thin City

Bedford County Political Battles Signal Early Campaign Activity

Bedford county politics see candidates and allies mobilizing early for next fall’s county tickets. Congressman Beall seeks to succeed himself with possible backing from Jordan and Longenecker rivals. The senatorial contest draws ex members P Koun Evans Ascom and Senator Alexander, with Calhoun likely to win county offices amid a large Republican field and sparse Democratic candidates.

Beall Bedford County Jordan J. H. ¢Necker Puly Commonw Alexander Kison Jurge Er King Eke William M Hall King Longenecker P. Koun N.C. Evans Ascom Alexander Calhoun Poent

Eagles Fish for Trout in Mosquito Creek Bottled Line Scheme

A December Clearfield county tale describes lumbermen using bottles with lines to catch trout in Mosquito Creek. Eagles began stealing bottles and lines, some fish, and three large birds appeared, one grabbing a bottle and a trout before humans intervened. birds killed or fled, with missing bottles recovered later.

Harrissueg Clearfield County Mosquito Mosquite Creek Franklin Haverstraw Laneyd Moore Sean

Emigration Bill Aims to Send Colored Family Heads North

Senator Butler introduces a measure in Washington to permit family heads or unwed individuals to emigrate from Southern states. The process requires an oath before a U.S. Commissioner stating intent to move to a foreign country or permanent residence. If approved, the Commissioner forwards the statement to the Quartermaster General to provide travel funds via the cheapest route.

Washingtos Butler United Sites Tray United States Army

Beott-Lord Funeral Attended by Cabinet Members

The funeral of Mrs Beott Lord sister of Mrs Harrigan was held at the Church of the Incarnation at 11 o'clock. Dr Townsend preached the sermon as a crowded congregation of relatives friends and officials attended including the President Mrs Harrison Mrs McKee and Secretaries Blaine Windom and Wanamaker among others. Interment followed at Rock Creek Cemetery.

Beott-Lord Mra Harrigan Church of the Incarnation Townsend Harrison McKee Scott

Celebrated freak dies in Philadelphia hotel

Walter H. Drew known as the man with the corkscrew spine died of heart disease at the Pennsylvania Hotel. Born in Bangor his parents ran a public house. He exhibited in Philadelphia last week and stood four feet tall with zero body weight and unique toe drumstick skill.

Walter H. Drew Pennsylvania Hotel Philadelphia Drew Bangor

Recipe for Purchasers of Penathered Game

A Chicago Tribune writer offers guidance for buyers of game meat. The method tests duck freshness by gently weighing the bill junction to judge age, suggesting tender meat when the bill breaks off and toughness otherwise.

Ervcipe Chicago Tribune

Aged Bride Marries 31 Year-Old Groom in Notable Ceremony

An unusual wedding in Hinlireds features a 31 year old groom and a bride aged 72 weighing 320 pounds. Catherine Ann Mock of Washington Township and Mr Iain Dav— inge are named among the contracting parties. The report notes the ceremony stands out as one of the season’s most notable unions.

Hinlired Eng

Famous tragedie arrives in city for Lafayette Hall show

The Famous Tragedieone and Mrs. Scott-Siddons will arrive this morning and perform at Lafayette Hall for a fashionable audience, with seats filling quickly and great curiosity in the city.

Pleasant ceremony as Miss Magee weds Kier Mitchell

A large crowd attended the wedding at First Presbyterian Church where Miss Margaret Magee married Kier Mitchell. The service featured a floral, candlelit setting and a reception at the bride’s parents’ home on Neville and Forbes streets with music by a full orchestra and a lavish supper.

Margaret Magee Kier Mitchell Piret First Presbyterian Church John Bell Charles Mitchell Joseph New York City Newark Maree Eonee Iis Neville and Forbes Streets Peter Ul Theo Wodow Iemas Esas France Toarge Broa Hagan M & Present Cou U

Brilliant Bazaar Brightens Old City Hall for Orphans’ Home Benefit

A bustling annual bazaar at Old City Hall drew crowds of families for the Orphans’ Home fundraiser. Colors, flags, glassware, and confectionaries lined the rooms as crafts, bake goods, and delicacies drew shoppers. Organizers earned praise for a successful event.

Old City Hall United Am Rae E Sory Aarent Scangnerah Wean

Christmas Pantomime Preparations Continue in City

The Christmas pantomime for the Newsboys Home benefit proceeds with new dates December 24 and 25 chosen to fit Bijou theatre schedules. Tickets priced at $1 for adults and 50 cents for children are on sale at the Home and local stores in Pittsburgh. The afternoon performances feature music tableaux dances and fairy tales aimed to delight both children and adults.

Bijou Newsek Hom Oe J. R. Weldin &Co H. Watts & Co Mellor & Hoene Hamilton Pisbure Fort Wayne T. Gillespie Depot Allett Pittsburg

A Pleasant Presentation From Emory M E Church Ladies

About 35 members of the Ladies Aid Society of Emory M E Church visited Mrs. Dr. C W Smith of Wilkinsburg delivering a hand embroidered silk quilt. The gift honored former president Mia Smith and reflected years of society efforts to fund church debt.

Ladies’ Aid Society Emory M. E. Church C. W. Smith Wilkinsburg Mia Smith Mira Samuel Chadoe Smith 5Ring

Mrs Durbin Dorne Hosts Select Circle Reception on Bidwell Street

A fashionable reception for Mrs. Durbin Dorne drew numerous ladies and attendants to the residence on Bidwell Street yesterday afternoon. Carriages blocked the street multiple times as guests gathered in a cordial social event.

Mrs. Durbin Dorne Entertainan Select Circle Bidwell Street

Belfast social event with honored guest and guests listed

Miss Matier of Belfast attended a formal gathering where the guest of honor spoke and conversation filled the drawing rooms. Attending ladies included Mrs Horne, Mrs Jin, Mrs Caseady, Mrs Thomas Cook, Mrs Horton Ginger, Mrs Frank McAlintogh, Mrs Will Frew, Mrs Alexander Lyon, and Mrs James Chambers.

Matier Belfast Horne Jin Caseady Thomas Cook Horton Ginger Frank McAlintogh Will Frew Alexander Lyon James Chambers

Dancing Dinner Parties Spark Pittsburg Society

Reports describe a new Pittsburg social trend where exclusive families host dining gatherings then move to feature rooms for music and dancing. The initiative aims to showcase society's debutantes as the evening progresses at controlled venues like Ridge Avenue locations with coordinated entertainment.

VoLe No. Be Pittsburg Ridge Avenue Uduae

Community Notes From Allegheny Pittsburg Area Churches

Last night events included a First Gonate National Church gathering hosted by Mr. James Lowrie with G A K members and a fine supper. Sewickley M E Ladies Aid Bazaar fed visitors with festival offerings and more runs this afternoon. Rev Charles Edward Locke lectures on Evert India Man at Smithfield M E under Epworth League. Woman's Home Missionary Society meet at McClure Avenue Church December 14. Grace Episcopal oyster supper on Mt Washington drew praise and oysters reappear tonight. Mother Goose and Her Temperance Family entertained Curry Hall audience. Moorhead Union benefited. Mrs Oliver O Phillips hosted a refined Ridge Avenue reception aided by Miss Howells. Lawrenceville Presbyterians hosted a musical and literary event with Mrs Charles Shinkle completing her as homes series.

Gonate National Church Allegheny James Lowrie G. A. K Mean Ladies’ Aid Society Sewickley M. E. Church Evert India Man Charles Edward Locke Smithfield Methodist Episcopal Church Epworth League Woman's Home Missionary Society of the of Allegheny Pittsburg McClure Avenue Church Ladies of Grace Episcopal Church Mt. Washington Mother Goose Temperance Curry Hall Moorhead Union Oliver O. Phillips Ridge Avenue Sae Miss Howells Presbyterian Church Lawrenceville Charles Shinklee

Two Mothers-in-Law Spark Busy Court for Charlie

metropolitan gossip reports Charles Mate facing court today over alleged business alry as his multiple marriages unravel. Amid stormy sea tales a missing boatman named Dillon vanishes near Sandy Hook after a tug thread snaps, while the Hamburg Line sells the Hammonia to a French company for an Atlantic service upgrade.

Marie Fuench Edyon & Co Pearyghndysge BA AA Fanch, Edge Dillon Tnug Randy Hook Sey Sandy Hook Hoe Australia Searle Kemp

Revenue cutter sent to Long Island Sound to curb smugglers

Collector Erhardt orders a revenue cutter to Long Island Sound with two detectives and regular inspectors to disrupt the long standing customs defraud system. The move is expected to save thousands of dollars for the government. An aristocratic engagement follows as Baron Halkett, traveling from Liverpool aboard the Umbria, becomes engaged to Miss Sarah Phalps Stokes of New York.

Erhardt Long Island Sound Customs Department Umbria Liverpool Hugh Collin Gustave George Halkett Baron Halkett London Halkets Halkett Waterloo Colin Halkett Miss Stokes Isaac W. Phelps

Somerville Journal Reflects On Genius And World’s Limits

The Somerville Journal argues that genius is rare and impractical in daily life, noting how exceptional minds rarely fit ordinary world expectations and suggesting humility before rare brilliance. The excerpt reflects a philosophical stance on talent and societal norms.

Somerville Journal

Fragmented Verse Fragments From a Cold Evening

Fragments describe a silent cold landscape with pale moonlight and bare trees. The text includes garbled phrases and stray capitalized names, conveying a winter scene with drifting shadows and a dim olive sky.

Remarkable Miscellany From A Distant Era Fort and Flora

A collage of curiosities and oddities from diverse places including Fort Monroe visitors, Vermont towns, and California rock formations. Reports mention a seven foot playful belted whale, a seven foot spotted mako near Bellefontaine, damning German patent figures, a deputy collector, a Peking funeral procession, and a strange San Francisco ferryyard spectacle with abundant fish.

AN UNFORTUNATE PAUSE AND MIDDAY MERRIMENT

Excerpts from a playful page feature with poems and comic dialogue. Characters like Puck and Brown exchange wry lines about fear and chance, while a matrimonial agency advert adds a comic aside about expectations. The passage captures social wit and stage banter in a dated tone.

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