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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1889
Page
4
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The 1889 Christmas in Pittsburg is described as a joyful season of prosperity and charity. The editorial notes mild weather, rising trade, and a focus on helping the poor, with Tex Distance offering its own Christmas greeting to readers.
The article argues for removing duties on sugar and tobacco to eliminate a surplus, noting these taxes hit common people hard and that such a step could ease tensions in tariff debates. It contrasts McKinley’s approach with Cleveland’s, emphasizing a shift from treasury cash to protecting domestic industries.
A Tarentum murder of Mrs Rodert shocks residents and raises questions about safety in small towns. The editorial urges stronger policing, quicker trail work, and heightened public vigilance as burglaries and attacks rise in rural areas.
St. Nicholas, a household name this season, has been dropping gifts on Pittsburg year round. An artist on another page details many magnificent presents, while this cartoon hints at a few bold suggestions.
The article surveys 1889 gifts and buildings in Pittsburgh reflecting Christmas spirit and philanthropy. It notes Mrs. Shenley and the late Mr. Schoonbarger contributions, Andrew Carnegie's library pledge, and landmarks like Fidelity on Fourth Avenue, Westinghouse on Peon and Ninth, Hussey building, National Bank of Commerce, and German National Bank. It praises architecture and civic cooperation while avoiding exhaustive detail.
The sudden death of Charles A. Ashburner at age 35 shocks Pittsburgh. A leading geologist and state geological survey contributor, he rose rapidly after graduating from the University of Pennsylvania. He guided science awareness, shared knowledge, and inspired many in Western Pennsylvania. His potential greatness remains unrealized.
The piece reflects on Miss Sarah Orne Jewett urging self reward alongside charity during Christmas. It contrasts indulgence with need, citing Fayette county hunger amid abundant food. It notes Ohio politics with Senator Payne praised against Brice but not seeking re election and hints at a ten story Apperson hotel expansion.
Poon-Bostox uncovers that her leading men belong to a dubious group called the Raw Club that meets in an old warehouse on the wharf. The revelation unsettles her festive mood as the club’s questionable character emerges.
The fragment references two titled nobles hiring roughs to attack a man in a prize ring after a prior insult. It also mentions Grady’s death invoked in widespread regret, a cynical remark on religious politics in Utah, and a governor’s blunt plan against Mormons. The text mixes satire and partisan comments with minor naming.
Queen Victoria, famed for stature, and Mrs Horrimerom, wife of a railroad magnate, are profiled alongside traveler CHAILLT and dined-on society figure Robert Beowsise. Exiled poet Lapr Loxporp Enry, novelist Heryarslassen, and editor Whitlaw Reid are described with vivid portraits of their lives and habits.
In St Louis Circuit Court, Maria H. Miller was granted a divorce from Louis Miller. The petition alleges they wed in July 18%, separated in September when he was already married to his first wife. Miller had left his prior wife and child in Russia, later returning to wed Maria, only to discover his first wife and child survived. The court’s decree notes long separations and family disruptions prompting the divorce, with both parties described as accepting the outcome.
National League for the Protection of American Institutions filed its incorporation with the Secretary of State. John Joy and trustees James M. King Peter McDonald Clinton B Fisk Warner Van Worden John D Sisyback H E H Boyesen Churchill H James M Os oes Charles B Chapin William H Parsons William Fellows Morgan lead the group to promote public instruction and prevent misappropriation of public funds.
A fragment from the Washington Post praises Craven Silcatt for aiding a congressman and warns of influenza among Detroit bank clerks from handling money. It notes a reunion and questions the calm of a future public figure. The Louisville Courier-Journal contrasts a quiet secretary of state with a potential loud presidential candidate.
In Pittsburg the Democratic leaders debate whether to nominate a mayor from among insiders. McKennas avoids running, preferring Aldermanic security, while Bailey allies push for a pro reform ticket. Elsewhere Salvini’s Pittsburg visit draws mixed local response amid high ticket prices and cautious cultural interest.
Pittsburg music lovers attended a Verdi evening as the Jodi Opera Company staged Il Trovatore. Performances by Charles Turner as Manrico and Signor Tagliapetra received praise, with strong chorus and dramatic singing complemented by well executed scenery and baton work from the orchestra.
In Luxonorne Virginia the veteran horse known as Old Jack or stone wall Jackson died at 83. Belonging to Coleone RB Craighill he rode from spring 1863 to Appomattox and survived three wounds. He will be buried on his gravesite with a monument planned.
Fragmented obituary notes the death of H. W. Austin of Oak Park and mentions related individuals in Chresge Shinots and nearby areas. It records a December 4 death in Illinois and references a widow and Symony Woyen, with unclear spellings tied to local families and a 40 year span.
Miss Jack and her mother arrived at the Hotel grounds with Master and two young girls. The hostess and guests wore elegant afternoon toilets as Mrs Ferguson presided. bouquets, velvet gowns, lace, and diamonds featured in a stylish reception with refreshments and conversations. Miss Jack's charm was noted as both social triumph and professional success.
The couple were married at Fourth Avenue Baptist Church with six ushers present. The officiating clergyman was Rev H B Oh. Attending guests included te Lota Riggs and several named friends. The couple will begin a Southern wedding trip after celebrations at the bride’s parents home.
The column lists Mrs Charles Mercaur hosting a reception at Ridge Avenue with sisters Mrs Matthew Newlark and Miss Jacobus and daughter Miss Scott. Monun B Gonessee and wife from Philadelphia plan a stay at the J Hotel to explore the city. Other notes mention cantata at West End M E Church, Miss Cohn visiting Allegheny, Parker-Hippie and Negley-Sloan weddings, and a series of festive gatherings hosted by local families.
Theodore Frank of 1196 Bushwick Avenue sues Miss Matilda Ballay 21 of 839 South Third Street for breach of promise and costs. The couple planned to wed in December but the ceremony did not occur after the pastor and door incident culminating in Frank's lawsuit for damages.
The Balmoral Choir, praised as leading Scotch singers, perform at the Waverly concert in Old City Hall on January 3 068. Tickets are moving fast with advance sales strong as popular demand grows. Molier Hoene on Fifth Avenue handles checks after December.
The Strollers column blends weather lore from beavers and geese with scattered notes on Boston writers forming a labor union, Pittsburgh real estate during a new Postoffice era, cider markets, social notices, and a New York drummers trend, all framed in a bustling 19th century newspaper voice.
A speaker reflects on death and peaceful oblivion while considering the duty to aid others. They acknowledge personal weariness yet sense a duty to bear someone else’s burden. The text hints that enduring sorrow could still yield a meaningful, musical future for others.
A dated speech argues enfranchised Black voters lack literacy and political readiness, urging education and guidance. It cites 1,400,000 Black voters with 1,065,000 literate, warns manipulation by others, and stresses national duty to help a rising people through education and constitutional work. Lincoln Avenue addresses the moral burden and calls for action to elevate Black citizens.
In Brasil the population is reported at 12,022,000 with about one twelfth in 13 cities. Rio de Janeiro's 1885 population is listed as 857,922 Bahia 140,000 Pernambuco 190,000. Whites are around a quarter of the total, with large percentages of Black and mixed races in the coastal towns and provinces.
Letter to the editor asks for the exact resignation date of Senator Conkling and whether President Arthur antagonized him over the Port of New York collectorship. The letter notes Conkling resigned May 16, 1881, amid tensions with Garfield's administration, and mentions connections to Senator Platt and Vice President Arthur.
The notice explains that the US Government does not insure registered letters and is not liable for loss or theft, though the Post Office can trace the letter’s disappearance. It also discusses the term Canuck, noting it as a Canadian demonym with uncertain origin and possible links to Connaught in French usage.
Chicago notes discuss sending Foraker abroad as Minister to Russia. The move is framed as poetic justice after Russia sent us the unfinished matters, with debate over diplomatic retaliation and the proper mission for the senator.
A hotel keeper in Allentown disturbed a large rat colony in his barn with help from a hostler. A rat reportedly climbed his leg and bit him, inflicting a severe laceration to the limb while he pursued the pest. Uarranm Grover R. McInross, Huntington Gazette editor, notes his long career in West Virginia journalism.
A collage of brief curiosities reports cricket taking hold in the Fiji Islands, a deep Schladenbach shaft, and swept notes on four hundred thousand caches sent to the UK from American points. It mentions a Burman brigand executed, smoking cigarettes sold in a quaint fashion, a Sierra Valley rabbit tale, and torpedo proof from a British ship. Also covers a Gardiner Me grammar school excerpt, a Pequot survivor spotted in Birmingham, a prize plan for fog entry, a unique Shrewsbury bog wedding, and a New Jersey church cremation to burn mortgage debt. Brooklyn lamp-number practice, Salem Massachusetts Girls Vincible League antics, Coluunbis College diet claims, a lily recipe, Powhattan Red Men theatre, and an Opera House closing note.
A fragmented line references an old Nosh s Art idea seen yesterday in a toy shop. It mentions a Bologna exchange with little horses and dogs and a person named Nate Yor Sua.
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