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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1889
Page
7
The article weighs the probability of a Sullivan versus Jackson title fight. It notes the significance of a negro champion in American boxing, discusses peak ages for pugilists, and outlines timelines from early experience to prime years, projecting potential outcomes of the planned showdown.
The piece surveys aging boxers in the Sullivan Jackson matchup, noting George Godfrey and earlier black pugilists like Molineux Travers and Pierce. It discusses grit, prime years, reach versus height, and the California Athletic Club's hefty purses while recalling past fights and defeats.
A long-winded defense of boxing ethics contrasts bare knuckles with gloves under Queensberry rules, citing fighters like McCaffrey and Dempsey, and predicting a Sullivan vs Jackson clash as a historic draw. The piece rails against knockout focus and praises science, balance, and cool tenacity in pugilism while segueing into mixed ads for jewelry shops on Smithfield and Market streets and a whiskey brand at W.H. Bates & Son.
In a science note column Edward Atkinson argues brick is the safest building material after fire tests while stones like granite marble and cast iron girders pose hazards. He cites one fifth of fire losses from unforeseen causes and four fifths from bad design and occupancy.
At the Institution of Civil Engineers Sir John Coode warned that rapid engineering growth will force major changes in national education. He urged widespread scientific literacy and urged everyone to gain some science knowledge. He suggested compulsory study of science in early life and periodic engineering exposure for all professionals.
An article describes a new silver-plated corrugated reflector placed beneath windows to receive daylight and project it into rooms, promising mellower light, greater comfort, and reduced need for artificial lighting. It notes durability and claims energy savings.
Gans have long served fog signalling off the Swedish coast with signals heard up to 12 nautical miles. A new gap near Holme Gadd in Sween features a breech loading gun firing 20 to 30 shots per minute capable of spelling letters by one dot or dash. The device can endure about 10,000 shots and cost per shot, excluding powder, around four cents after initial investment.
Inspection of a Broadway trench by the Steam Power Company shows wood coverings of buried steam pipes turned to charcoal inside for half an inch or more. The article argues woodwork near live steam pipes should be protected like stovepipes and hot air ties and notes the Gas Jet Osm Ventilator devices can drive ventilation currents when placed at the bottom of air shafts.
A discussion on gas lights purifying air in crowded apartments and the potential of gas extraction from air. It notes a London electric light scare tied to a Boston fire and cites investigations blaming electricity, including a switchboard, for a prior blaze.
The article explains a method to remove facial moles where hairs are cut, the mole is coated with sodium ethylate, and a glass rod aids penetration to follicles. The mole darkens and a crust forms, detaching in about three weeks, leaving a lighter mark and allowing repeated applications.
An ingenious device debuts the automatic boiler that eases housework. A small lockable unit sits on a four space dial and, when set, waters eggs for a precise boiling time. A wire basket is raised by a lever connected to a clock, lifting out when the timer ends.
A compact device three feet by three feet by eighteen inches wraps oranges at 2,500 per hour. Oranges enter from a cylinder into a wire cup, drop onto pre-cut paper, wrap via a trimming sperm, and move to the carrier. The machine is described as simple and rapid.
A pretty industry grows in Colorado where slags from gold, silver, and copper smelting are melted and poured into molds. The result is a peculiar metallic glass, cog eet and very strong, forming numerous designs and colors, used to craft extremely beautiful vessels.
A muddled passage references biliousness and personal crisis with mentions of Harvard and Soederats dosing. It suggests Hostesses Stomach Bitters as a remedy and notes unspecified malarial and kidney concerns, but details are incomplete and difficult to parse.
A local store on Grant and Diamond corners announces a two day clothing sale with heavy discounts to draw crowds. Monday open until 9 pm and Tuesday until 11 pm, featuring $10 overcoats and suits for men including the Daisy overcoat marked down from $20 to $22 to $10, plus $8 and $10 chinchilla overcoats.
George Kappel at 77 Fifth Avenue offers a holiday stock of musical instruments and related items. Inspect the selection and prices, as sought after by shoppers this season, with an emphasis on value and variety.
A fragmentary notice recalls wedding gifts from half a century ago, mentioning Queen Victoria, a barrel of malt whisky, and a distillery product tied to a donor’s nephew. It references the Half Century Liquor House of 593 Liberty Street in Pittsburg and asks readers to send payment or a money order with a mention of the paper.
A promotional panel announces one pound of tea or one pound of ing powder or two pounds of coffee available daily through Christmas. The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co invites shoppers to enjoy its teas coffees and ing powder for entertaining friends at all stores.
An Establishment offers whisky praised by chemists and physicians and announces stock of wines liqueurs and bitters. W H Houmes Son advertise at multiple street addresses with a wide display of goods. Prominent firms claim reduced prices and new retail spaces with furniture and luxury umbrellas highlighted.
A reflectivepiece on Christmas scenes and the holy family, stressing the central role of family virtue. It argues that Christian courtesy, expressed as unselfishness, sacrifice, and gentleness, shapes children and society, and laments waning leisure and courtesy in parental relations. It urges parents to model courtesy and love in daily life.
Gronce Hopess laments neglect and harshness toward children, urging parents to mirror Christ in the home. She calls out the suffering Christ-child in every hurt child and pleads for loving, courteous, patient parenting that reflects God’s tenderness.
How to Cure a Cold Plain's Cough Remedy is advertised as a cough cold and hoarseness cure. It is described as a splendid expectorant with no opium or harmful substances. The price is 60 cents per bottle and several vendors are listed including Brackey Penn avenue and Fulton street, Markell Bros. Penn and Frankstown avenues, Thing Fifth avenue, Hartwig Butler street, Morris Hanover and Preble avenues, Eggers Ohio street and Chestnut streets. Allegheny City distributors E E Heck 72 Federal street and Thomas Morris.
Through Pullman service from Pittsburg at 7:20 P M to Cincinnati by 6:55 A M and to Chicago by 10:05 A M. Journey via Wheeling and Benwood with Chi sleeper attached and breakfast in dining car. Connections at Cincinnati and Chicago to all lines beyond. For rates and details contact B and O ticket agents or E D Smith, Division Passenger Agent, Pittburgh.
A cluttered early 20th century page shows Music House at 137 Federal and 21 Federal with pianos and organs ready for Christmas sales, plus holiday excursion tickets to multiple rail lines. Advertisements promote wholesale prices to beat competition, plus jewelry, furniture, and various wares at values and store events across Allegheny and Pittsburgh districts.
The feature includes massed paintings by J. Mas Jesare Moonn and others. Works showcase river scenes, landscapes, and coastal seascapes with careful finish and strong color. Gallery pieces by D. E. Walkley, E. Cameron, and James K. Woodwell appear, highlighting composition, atmosphere, and skilled execution throughout Mayer's and Gillespie gallery displays.
Fragmented report notes a death linked to financial troubles and a disputed note found near the deceased. The document references a margin writing and questions about timing and circumstance, with unclear conclusions and scattered phrases. The text remains inconsistent and partially unreadable.
Rev Ruoff pastor of the German Lutheran Church reports a 16 acre site in West Liberty borough purchased for a home project. The plan, funded by Ruoff, awaits full cost estimates and fundraising, with strong German support and optimism for success.
James L. Orr was released on bail of 8000 dollars after a judge ordered release in compliance with a Supreme Court directive. The appeal has been granted and will be heard before the Supreme Court next October.
Many mines in the Third and Fourth pools have started work with loading underway. There remains ample water, and operators are seeking to capitalize on it.
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