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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1890

Page

20

Paris conference stirs Irish leadership bids and Mrs OShea

Mrs OShea sails to Paris amid intense speculation over her role with Parnell and OBrien in shaping the Irish party course. Kilkenny election odds tilt toward Hennessy as Parnell gains from lime incident. observers foresee a possible Paris meeting after Kilkenny. The wider Irish crisis, landlord terms, and campaign finances deepen, with rival factions watching for a breakthrough or a cooling of tensions.

Ireland Kilkenny Parnell Paris Willian O’brien William O'Brien O'Shea Gossi

Parnell Speech and Interview Stir Dublin Controversy

The article notes a Dublin speech by Parnell and an interview published alongside it. It suggests Parnell hinted at another side to the case to pressure the Proctor. If the Proctor moves to intervene, a major sensation is expected due to alleged suppressed evidence at the trial.

Parnell Dublin

Suffering in Italy as Bread or Lead Demanded

Thousands suffer in Italy as revolutionary agents stir unrest and the national treasury is depieted. Bread or lead is demanded amid a dire famine scene with widespread unemployment and harsh winter conditions. English reports note severe weather constraining outdoor work and halting water mills nationwide.

London Italy Signor Crispi Turin Milan Rome Venice Genoa Brescia Paris National Treasury

Literary piracy as bill cloaked protection fetish

A fragment argues that Americans have long practiced literary piracy and that a new bill disguises protection as a fetish. The writer notes no complaint is needed if the gift is taken without feeling.

Professor Koch Refuses Lymph Transfers For Private Use

In Bzrumy on December 20 Professor Koch visited American Minister William Walter Phelps at the Legation. The ante-room overflowed with doctors seeking access, hoping the famed bacteriologist would secure interviews or information from headquarters about the controversial remedy, sparking concern for its private distribution.

Bzrumy Prof. Koch William Walter Phelps Legation Phelpa America

Countess Sclopis Dies in Turin at 72

Turin obituary notes Countess Sclopis widow of an Alabama arbitration arbiter. She hosted European literary figures and copied all arbitration documents into six volumes. The British Foreign Office later awarded a silver tea service as thanks for her work.

Loxwpox Turin United States England Countess Sclopis Alabama Hersslon Europe Solonis British Foreign Office Italy

A Determined Fight Against the Copyright Bill

British printers and publishers mobilize against the new American copyright bill with support from trade unions. They urge the British Government to restrict rights to books printed in England to keep publishing within the country and deter transfers to New York. The move draws favorable responses from influential quarters and critical press coverage including Lancet.

Loroox New York England

Duchess of Northumberland dies at 78 lived devout charitable life

The Duchess of Northumberland, aged 78, dies this week. A lifelong member of the Irv ingite church, she is praised for charity and personal service to the poor. Her death contrasts with gossip about royal robes costing 1000 guineas for the Duke of Portland's wife.

Lowpox Duchess of Northumberland Irvingite Catholic Apostolic Church Duchess of Northeastland London Duke of Portland Jane Collins Robe

London Fog Gets a Champion, Says A French Artist

Lorpey reports a defender for the London fog, praising soot and coal tar antiseptics as mercifully cleansing the air. The piece extols smoke’s cleansing effect on the city’s rotting debris, sewers, and decay on calm days.

Lorpey London

Tin Plate Plants to Rise in America With New Machinery

Welsh maker James E. Ingram and G. W. Knapp of Mathai Ingram & Co. announce Baltimore tin plate production to rival English imports. Somers Brothers of Brooklyn and Chicago Tin Plate Co plan machinery deals. two 4‑mill works at Pittsburg and St. Louis are under construction, signaling gradual U.S. industry growth in tin plate.

Somers Brothers Brooklyn Nortons Chicago Tin Plate Company Chicago St. Louis Stamping Company James E. Ingram G. W. Knapp Mathai, Ingram & Co Baltimore United States J. H. Rogers Llanelly South Wales Swansea Welch Rogers Atlantic America Liverpool New York St. Louis Pittsburg At &S

Acquittal and conviction stir London crowds

The acquittal of But terfield and the near conviction of Harry Marks provoke public jubilation in London with cheering and hat waving. Disclosures ruin Marks's parliamentary prospects and blunt his influence in enterprises.

London Butterfield Harry Marks Marks

Holiday Piano and Organ Sale at Hentrees Music

Close out sale offers new and second hand pianos and organs at deep discounts. Upright pianos from 225 to 250 dollars and organs from 25 to 50 dollars. Names include Chickering & Sons Steinway Lindeman and Estey. Easy payments available with holiday reservations. open evenings and Christmas Day noon. Telephone 1204. Hentrees Music Co., 72 Fifth Avenue.

Chickering & Sons Wheelock Lindeman Stuyvesant Steinway Enabe Hardman Palace Bridgeport Packard Estey Great Western Svouiager Hentrees Music Co Lrm Fifth Avenue

Thirty-Seven Appeals Over Penn Avenue Repairs

Knox and Reed filed 37 appeals against assessments by the Board of Viewers for Penn avenue resurfacing from Fifth Avenue to the city line in the Twenty first and Twenty second wards. The landowners challenge the use of black stone instead of asphalt, seek to void about $60,000 in assessments, and argue the city acted beyond the May 16 1489 act on streets and sewers.

Fifth Avenue City Line Knox & Reed Board of Viewers Penn Avenue J. D. Weeks H. B. Wainwright Charles Bradley Margaret J. Morris Aaron French G. B. Preston Mra BE. J. Nasher Caroline Hamilton M. A. Preston M. R. Bolmann William P. Shinn J. T. McCance J. H. Frederick M. B. Laughlin H. L. Rook J. M. Schoonmaker J. B. Lloyd & Co J. EK Casa C. V. McKai Ht. McClintock A. Kellar W. M. Imhoff Mra. L. Bailey J. P. Pear’s Robert Wey M. A. Rea Singer, Jr

Eight Years in the Pen for Eddie Myers Murder Sentence

Judge White sentenced James Eddie Myers to eight years and three months in the penitentiary for the murder of his aunt Miss Douglass in McKeesport. Prosecutor Robb argued for a new trial. the judge found the trial fair and rewarded mercy for Myers' prior character.

Myers

Carlisle Indians Loyal Says Pratt In Telegram

Captain R H Pratt superintendent of the Carlisle Indian School says Carlisle pupils remain loyal to the Government while Buffalo Bills Indians are alleged to be split with two former pupils joining the hostiles. He cites daily contact with ex pupils in the Far West. A Carlisle delegation asked to use earnings to persuade relatives to stay true to the Government.

Carlisle R. H. Pratt Indian School Buffalo Bill Carlisle School Pratt Far West Arthur Aetains Captain Pratt

Train Heater Explosion on Westbound Chicago and Grand Trunk

A Baker heater exploded in the first class coach as the Chicago and Grand Trunk train pulled into Nichols. Gas and burning coal filled the car. two women jumped from windows and were severely cut. Windows were broken to vent smoke. fire damaged woodwork and seats. several passengers were burned. Some baggage was lost or damaged.

Chicago and Grand Trunk Battle Creek Mica Nichols

Relative takes charge of Downing burial case

Mrs. Mary Foster of Homewood arrived at Chief Elliot's office seeking the remains of Margaret Downing who died at the Poor Farm on Friday. A distant relative, she wished to provide a proper burial. The body had been given to the Anatomical Society, but was finally secured and turned over to Mrs. Foster.

Mary Foster Homewood

Holiday wine offer from Speer N J Wine Co

Alfred Speer of the Speer N J Wine Co Passaic offers an assorted case of wines valued at 11 20 for 36 or a 30 bottle case worth 27 30 for 10 during holidays. Ships from 28 College Place New York City. circulars with prices mailed on request by postal card.

Alfred Speer Speer N. J. Wine Co Passaic N. J San Francisco Sacramento California College Place New York City

Three grand bargain days and holiday sale at P C C C Clothing

Three grand bargain days and holiday sale offer finest clothing at impossible prices. Buy from us for a pick of the finest stock in Pittsburg. P C C C Clothing Company corner Grant and Diamond streets opposite the Court House open every night until 8 30.

Pittsburg Prerssvee Compiration Clothing Company Grant and Diamond Streets Court House

Readers urged to send 25 cents for yearly magazine offer

A vintage appeal invites readers to mail 25 cents to the Ladies' Home saga at 1013 Arch Street Philadelphia PA to receive a year of the magazine and a premium valued near $2, described as the most wonderful offer yet.

Ladies’ Home Saga Fine Arch Street Philadelphia

Deep Snowfall Echoes Through History and Modern City Life

The article compares the recent deep snow with past storms, noting 10 to 18 inches ranges and a potential two foot depth if dry. It recalls 1885 86 and 1855 56 winters, describes wildlife impacts, and argues urban electricity wires threaten safety, urging buried lines for cities.

Cherrytree

Parnell Honored In Home And Field With Many Medals

A tribute describes Charles Parnell’s long career and his Avondale and Aughvaragh home life. It covers his cross examination before the Forgeries Commission on the Foster Coercion Act of 1881 and recalls a detailed tour of his Wicklow estate with hunting and fishing gear, trophies, and family crests amid portraits from Meath and Cork.

Mano House of Commons Tom Moore Hury Wexford Waterford Charles Stewart Parnell Emrants Meath Cork New

Gallinger’s Jewelry and Local Bargains Highlighted

The notice invites a visit to Gallinger’s at 1200 Penn Avenue to view stock including music boxes. It mentions Excelsior rye whiskey from Caser’s, quart prices, and case pricing, plus fabric bargains and silver watches at Bauch’s, 295 Fifth Street, summarizing multiple local offers.

Gallinger Penn Avenue Bors

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William O’brien Cane Lexpos Basset-Law Torry Campaizee Koch Berlin Mr. Phelps Justin M'Carthy Phelps Sclopis CABLE TUR TIN Plate OMBAP Harrison Sherman Russia France Germany Iir Congress Mrs. Foster Margaret Downing J. B. Grimes Mr. Oliver Squire Boffel Mt Washington Web Murray Knoxville McKee Oakdale Samuel Shaner Ohio Stewart Arbuckle Wells Chartiers Young Caughey Dufil Roscoe Conkling Alleghenies MR. Parnell County Wicklow Mountains Avondale Charles Manu Augh-s-varagh W.J. Corbett John and William Redmond J. J. O'Kelly TRE Hall Land League Purnell Ees Grattan Guardians Wexford Union Orders of Foresters Common Council of Dillon Green Isle Levy Parnell Ai Usssu Houens & Hacrn Durbin & McWatty
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