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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1889
Page
4
The piece condemns partisan fighting in the House over rules and a map game. It assigns responsibility to the Republicans for failing to provide workable rules while noting the Speaker’s perceived bias toward Republicans. It argues public business suffers as both sides are equally culpable in impeding progress.
Mr. Parnell defended the Irish cause in Nottingham, rebutting claims he is in retreat. The speech showcased his vigor, asserting leadership of the Irish party and opposing Tory coercion while criticizing the forged Parnellism and crime documents.
Mewrs Bigelow and Brown leaders of Public Works and Safety commend restraint in requested city appropriations for next year. They urge limiting expenses to actual needs, approving only essential items like park improvements, and avoid broad tax millage increases as Pittsburg grows. The commentary praises prudent governance aligned with private-home budgeting.
The piece condemns German actions in Africa against Bushiri and likens them to Arab conquests. It argues Bushiri had ancestral rights in East Africa and accuses Germany of brutal annexation and destruction. The writer questions whether civilized rule can justify such methods abroad.
The Fidelity Tithe and Trust Company was appointed as successor liquidator to replace Mr McKelvy after a conflict of interest. All parties agreed and the trustee begins winding up the bank’s affairs. This marks Pittsburg’s first test of a trust corporation handling such duties.
The Brazilian government faces a sharp diplomatic row as foreign ministers lodge protests over recognition of the current regime. A Brazilian envoy in Europe resists foreign pressure while the empire debates its republican shift and political legitimacy.
The text laments Brazil's struggle against a tyrant in Europe and argues the United States of Brazil will endure. It praises journalists guiding Brazil through revolutions and envisions the republic firmly established once monarchy is removed. The piece frames global reaction to Brazil's political evolution as crucial.
The first in a series assessing the canal project outlines two main obstacles. Crossing railroads and securing rights of way pose the key challenges. It argues rail crossings may use existing swing bridges or be handled without excessive construct. Eminent domain may authorize needed rights of way with compensation. Engineering feasibility and cost are primary items for the commission.
Postmaster General Wanamaker recounts vague premonitions of violent death linked to his friend Franklin Gowen. He felt unease Friday night and again Saturday morning as Gowen lay dead, pondering whether such warnings occur before sensational outcomes. He cautions about unseen human senses and communication.
The Alabama figure Mr. Oates pledges to steer his World’s Fair site vote by political motives. He says he will not support loosing the Fair in any state whose Congressmen back coercive election laws for the South. The writer condemns tying a business decision to sectional politics as foolish and warns it could harden Northern majorities against such coercion.
The New York Times framing calls the Brazilian fall a counter stroke to avert a coup by the imperial ministry in favor of the Coute tion. It notes the republicans could have let monarchy reveal its fragility, while Sullivan, Coughlin and Burke face punishment or clemency as part of a logical outcome.
The National Museum houses a large punch bowl once owned by George Washington. The Chicago Herald calls it a relic with a gentle genial air while the same issue criticizes Vice President Mortes for a Shoreham incident, though details are unclear.
The piece mocks rising prices at Newtown sausage shops and Tancret deals while noting furniture dealers push moving day for public convenience. It says New York suffers temporary darkness from dangerous poles and outlines a debate on mayoral candidates, contrasting public figures and thinkers with a satirical take on Oscar Wilde.
Fragmentary excerpt notes a street area between Fifth and Fourth on the Pennsylvania Railroad. It asks who in Pennsylvania would own if the railroad rejects the property, and mentions city appropriations this year versus next year.
The text mentions AvusrzEra with a new explosive one third stronger than dynamite and predicts wholesale destruction in the Held. It questions Fidelity's claim to dividends from Lawrence bank assets. It notes a sale EO and a Sessas nab event as iron market firmness evidence, not inducement for other firms to assign.
The report covers recalls of Japanese Minister Munemitsu Mutsu and distant political feuds. It notes Mrs. Picken as a rising temperance and suffrage speaker. It recalls House chaplain remarks on a bereavement, Vermont Senator Epwurnas length of service, and Edmunds’ anticipated February appearance. General Von Schweinits returns from Russia amid betrothal rumors of Czarevitch to Princess Margaret.
Ottawa dispatch notes a rising desire for national change in Canada with widespread admission by Dominion organs. It cites London Free Press remarks by Agriculture Minister John A. Macdonald’s spectrum of dissatisfactions and debate over federation or alternative paths for the country.
London dispatch reports Noel Masson, an armless artist who lost both arms as a child in the Commune shell explosion, completed a striking etching before dying suddenly weeks ago. The piece, created with careful preparation, demonstrates his remarkable skill despite his disability.
In the Senate today a Home joint resolution to fund the project was discussed with a somber tone. Saar reported aekomaeh es remains unclear as the record shows fragmented details and uncertain wording.
A Chinese man fled San Francisco with seventy seven thousand dollars of others money. The incident highlights anti Chinese sentiment and the call that the Chinese ought not to go at times.
Mrs Jane McWilliams of Mt Oliver dies aged unknown in Mt Oliver. Funeral at John’s Church on South Path past Teenth Street with services tomorrow morning after morning. County Commissioner Manuel McWilliams and other relatives mourn her.
The piece recalls Clara Morris in Jane Eyre at the Academy of Music in Cleveland in 1884 with J. A. Howe and mentions Miss Morris small role. It also covers a broken arm healing tale, Dr Edward S Aveling’s socialist lecture history, and his new play The Jackal with Alec Nelson as his stage name, noting audience interest and potential American tour next season.
Report from Ebenzer Baptist Church proceedings in the Dispatch building notes Witness James Robison testifying about Johnston and Hobson. discussion centers on church authority verses Heftsock's Manual and alleged book removals. Dr. Foodburn testifies on government and state rights aspects amid controversy.
Members gathered in Captain Logan's office to oppose moving day from April to May 1. A three member committee Edmundson Eichenlaub and Logan will draft resolutions. They warn the change may cost thousands and shorten a season to six weeks affecting sales and customer service.
A 12 year old girl from Sumpter South Carolina reportedly discovers unseen forces that seem to follow her. A sideboard falls, a water bucket drops onto her shoulder, and curious spectators crowd the scene as the alleged phenomena unfold.
The President transmitted nominees including Alphonso Barto for Register of the Land Office at St. Cloud Minnesota, August Mickbusch for Wausau Wisconsin, William Westerman and Andrew Crawford for Receivers of Public Money at St. Cloud Minnesota and Molineburg Ireland, Frank Foole for Evanston Wyoming, Eugens Hay for United States Attorney in Minnesota, Fremont Wood for Idaho Territory, and others.
December 17 report from Alma Holmes House notes a Sergeant appointing a new official in a local board. The fragment mentions a ceremonial or administrative change involving a nine member body and road oversight, but details are obscured.
A local program featured a sequence of tableaux led by Misses Irwin Ida McClurg Katie Meclinsine Edith Johnson and others. The Rainy Day tableau followed with Nona and Grace Irwin sheltered by a mam am Anke. Sisters Moll and Johnson performed scenes including Secrets of Love and Gipsy motifs to lively responses.
The M. C. O. or Oakland Society Club was entertained last evening by Miss Stella Seibert at her Forbes avenue residence. Dancing and music marked the event with the Italian Orchestra in attendance.
Social Charter Texez to entertain children at Dr Meyers Eighth Street Synagogue at 2 pm next Sunday with candy and treats. Cumberland Presbyterian Church hosts events tomorrow and Friday with Byron King performing. Ursuline Convent set for 2 pm Monday December 2 with invitation cards issued. Junta Club hosted by Joseph Woodwell and Rav George Hodges spoke on Modern Papal Rome. Pittsburg High School alumni banquet at Hotel Schlosser Friday January 3. Parlor musical at Pennsylvania Female College last night. Bazaar and supper planned at Fifth United Presbyterian Church. Miss Jost Woopfell to entertain friends on December. Tums grand organ recital at St James Church Wilkinsburg tonight. Teaspoon Club entertained by Miss Birdie Stoney.
Judge Emmons of the East Boston District Court rules that a tailor must deliver clothes that fit. Bordman Hall paid for a custom coat and vest but returned them after poor fit. the court awards him a full refund, since the contract ends when the garment is completed and fails to fit.
Washington December 17. Mrs John Dalzell held the first of her afternoon receptions today at the residence corner Fifteenth street and Massachusetts avenue in the capital. Visitors poured in and out through the entire afternoon to greet guests including Miss Beatrice Dalzell and other attendees as part of the season schedule.
The New York Sun reports a legendary toad freed from rock since ancient times, tied to signs of a harsh winter. It also notes pots of treasure being found nationwide, suggesting an unusually open season.
Philadelphia Record notes public approval of the verdict while Cincinnati Commercial Gazette calls it discreditable. Omn City Derrick argues harsher punishment for the murder, and New York Herald says the verdict falls short of full justice. Indianapolis Journal cautions about circumstantial evidence, and Cleveland Leader doubts leaders will face the scaffold. Philadelphia Times regrets that instigators may remain at large.
The Woman's Club argues marriage is not a failure and explores causes of unhappy unions. Mrs Taylor cites immorality poverty deceit and immaturity as factors while advocating co education to improve relations and reduce failed marriages.
Dr. Eutan warned that social ambition and alcohol ruin lives, while Mrs. Wade challenged St Paul’s view of women and urged partnership in marriage. Speakers cited St Gladstone and hinted at equal partnership, as attendees discussed roles for women.
The club heard a lecture discussing marriage as a mutual agreement and its potential failures. Members debated the speaker’s points, with several expressing disagreement and others noting bankruptcy risks in partnerships. The session closed with a survey of topics and plans for the next meeting.
Doctors differ over influenza prevalence with Dr C C Wiley noting nasal trouble and possible influenza linked to changing weather. He says many residents show symptoms while Dr W Mae, throat specialist, reports no confirmed cases in his practice.
A cryptic item notes a person named Qany aligned for Battie with a personal preference unclear in the brief fragment. No further context, dates, or organizations are readable to expand the record.
The text laments life’s uncertain course as one drifts through dark waters. It questions endurance amid waning vigor, noting moments of hope and repeated disheartening sentiments in a cautious, somber tone.
Theodore C. Jourdan, once 3 years into a marriage with Fr Baden, a widow, faced bigamy and larceny charges after allegedly swindling 6,000 dollars from his first wife and abducting money from another woman. He was jailed after being tracked to New York following a Coney Island meeting and an August marriage.
The heavy wooden box exploded near the pier sending firefighters rushing to the scene. Eyewitnesses reported no infernal device, only fragments of fireworks scattered as onlookers watched the blaze.
A sixth floor blaze at Eldridge street forces a police alarm and rapid evacuation. Three loft occupants, Abraham Wildvat, Solomon Riley, and Harris Bilas, trapped by smoke and fire escape, suffer severe burns. two others escape in nightclothes. Firemen rescue others as origin remains unknown.
A Financier article from Mexico mocks Pan American delegates touring the U.S. for trade, detailing lavish Wanamaker display and mocked promises to buy shares. It questions motives behind lavish advertising and notes satirical claims about American products and figures.
A Philadelphia letter describes Rev. Cusres Leach’s view from London that the Home Rule movement remains strong. The writer predicts the coming general election may restore power to proponents of Home Rule, while noting opposition fears and the influence of Scotland and Wales on the issue.
The Rainbow from Cincinnati and the Andes yesterday delivered 700 barrels of new crop molasses from New Orleans. The shipments arrived this week, with large stacks observed along the wharf.
A December 17 report from Senator Tar ple of the Committee on Pensions endorses granting pensions to all persons who become totally helpless from injuries or diseases contracted in the military or naval service of the United States.
The article reports villagers in East Stadford and Chester County stirred by nocturnal wild animal sounds blamed on a wildcat. It also notes a Canton Ohio resident sending a box containing a cholera-infected pig, a child in Wisconsin swallowing a tar whistle, Lizzie the polar bear giving birth to twins, a wealthy West Virginia gambler now in a county infirmary, and a man in Was Ustox West Virginia keeping five mares with a tale of interest.
A jumble of short items recounts odd incidents from across the United States. Notes include a bear shot near Bridgeport and a rug gift to a Squire’s daughter, peculiar sightings, a mind reader witness in Wisconsin, a grave disturbance in Connecticut, a surprise party in Cincinnati, and court time ruling in Georgia. The column weaves humorous vignettes with scattered names and places, reflecting a collage of late 19th or early 20th century curiosities.
A garbled scene shows a bustling audience and conversations on art, employment, interior decoration, and a divided skirt reform. Characters discuss baggage work, trunk manufacturing, and fashion trends while a lively crowd fills the house. The speech contains misread names and partial lines, reflecting a theatre page.
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