Fire Dispatch. Vols, No. 22 edition notice
The Dispatch announces its Pittsburg Post Office entry date and irregular publication details. It notes distribution at Brentono and locations in New York and Paris, indicating a hotel news stand presence.
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Smithfield
Diamond Streets
Diamond Street
Thibune
New York
THE
Dispatch
Brentono
Union Square
Arc de [Opera
Paris
France
Pittsburg Friday Dispatch One Year Price List 1590
The notice lists subscription options for the Pittsburg Dispatch with prices for daily and Sunday editions, including weekly and monthly rates, and mentions carrier delivery terms. It notes dates and delivery spans such as including Sunday and varying durations up to one year.
The Glad Holiday in Pittsburg and Allegheny
Christmas in Pittsburg and Allegheny brought joy and generous meals with other festive attractions. The article notes overall prosperity, acts of kindness, and modest gifts, but warns a few crimes and drunken excesses marred the holiday.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny
Cable and electric streetcars toll over a year
The piece notes 14 cable road deaths and one from electric streetcars in the past year. It argues high travel costs for seed and comfort, questions negligence in the fatalities, and suggests faster transit could exist without such mortality.
Eastern railroads seek major trust with Vanderbilt leadership
At a recent meeting the Eastern railroads moved to form an association akin to the Western railroads trust. Delegates were elected from New York Central and Lake Shore with Vanderbilt links, Michigan Central and others, as Erie and B and O remained silent awaiting pledges. The piece argues the trust will dominate three quarters of U S rail mileage and cites calls for government control and a general tax critique.
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New York Central
Chauncey M. Depew
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Lake Shore
John Newell
H. McK. Twombly
Michigan Central
H. B. Ledyard
W. K. Vanderbilt
Pennsylvania
Erie
Baltimore and Ohio
Astern Railroad Trust
Gould
Standard Oil Party
Ere
Baltimore
Oho
Gould and Standard
Vanderbilt
Eaxtern Association
United States
Commonwealth
Smithsonian scientist warns of rapid regression to savagery
An official at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington predicts a swift decline of the American people toward savagery. He argues the continent cannot sustain higher forms of animal life and supports his view with comparisons to African anthropoid apes as proof.
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Smithsonian Institution
Washington
Africa
The Case for American Civilization and Animal Life
A critic argues Africa lags in savagery beyond Egypt while America hosts higher animal life and flourishing domestic breeds. The essay critiques environmental theory linking ape development to civilization and notes the Texas steer and American fauna as exemplars of superior local adaptation.
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South America
Africa
Americas
South Sea Islands
American
Texas
Washington Scientific Gentleman
Lighting crossings to save lives and cut costs
The writer argues lighting dangerous railroad grade crossings at night saves lives and reduces losses. It contends death is an expensive luxury and public economy demands every effort to minimize fatalities, while mulling whether abolishing all grade crossings could be more economical.
Mutterings Against Cameron Dominate Pennsylvania Senate Talk
The piece describes a troubled Pennsylvania Senate race with Cameron facing coolness among Republicans. Some Delamater supporters oppose him, while others back him, and organizers seek 26 independents to challenge Cameron in caucus. Odds of overt opposition depend on factional shifts and force bill politics.
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Pennsylvania
Cameron
Philadelphia
Delamater
Cooper
Quay
Reed
Harrison
Changing the Jury System in Minnesota
An editorial argues Minnesota’s constitutional clause allowing civil cases to be decided by 10 of 12 jurors may curb corruption but weakens verdict weight. It questions whether elected judges with re election and pay could better address jury reform and prevent improper verdicts influencing elections.
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Minnesota
Quakers Prepare Memorial on Indian Question to Congress
At a Quaker meeting in Pennsylvania New Jersey and Delaware representatives prepared a memorial for Congress. It asserts Indians rarely breach treaties and blames white perfidy for most wars, citing General Harney on Indians bearing wrongs in silence and whites’ longstanding injustice.
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Religious Society of Friends
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Delaware
Congress
United States
Harney
Quaker Viewpoint Urges Justice Toward Indians and Peace
The article cites General Pope and others to argue that treaties fail when Indians see daily violations. It notes a Quaker appeal for justice and kindness as a path to lasting peace, citing Pennsylvania's early history. Officials report whites' injustice and ration shortages sparked disturbances, though increased rations reduced unrest. Hungry men, regardless of race, grow desperate.
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Pope
Friends
Pennsylvania
Bether
Third Party Movement and Political Friction
A collection of editorial notes discusses the Kansas Farmers' Alliance optimism for third party growth and potential labor alliance inclusion. It warns that unifying two parties could strain labor orders and recalls the Alliance's leverage in past elections while cautioning about future gains or losses in the third party effort. Additional items mock tariff reform, Washington politics, and misclassifications in customs, with snipes at ex president Cleveland.
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McGrath
Kansas Farmers’ Alliance
Prominent People in Society and Global Affairs
A survey of notable figures includes Potiph ar Peagreen of Georgia politics, Rev C H Sturgson health update from the South of France, Bessie Heimer editing volumes for her father Judge Bradley and aiming to practice law, Mme Carnot asking Paris mayors for lists of widows with many children, Emily Kempin delivering law lectures, Fiona Powers a busy stenographer at the Attorney General's office, James G Blau Jr praised for appearance, Prince Herssya Sawa in Berlin with Japanese entourage, A S Frost a premier American illustrator near Madison NJ, Mrs O SARA described with Cleopatra-like features, Duke of Marlborough pursuing Alabama and Tennessee lands for a Birmingham-style city, Sir Jon Pope Hennessy returning to live in Rostellan Castle with Lady Hennessy’s Mauritius origins discussed.
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Potiphar Peagreen
Georgia
C. H. Sturgson
France
Bessie Heime R
Association of the Collegiate Alumni
Bradley
Mme. Carnot
Paris
Emily Kempin
Woman's Legal Education Society
University of Zurich
Fiona E. Powers
Mass
James G. Blau, Jr
New York
Princee Herssyasawa
Berlin
Mikado
Japan
Frost
Cleopatra
Duke of Marlborough
Alabama
Tennessee
London
Birmingham
Jons Pope Hennessy
Cork
Ireland
Lady Hennessy
Mauritius
Public Warns Against Silvers Certificates Imitation
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes the public should refuse all 2 silver certificates from the 1888 issue as dangerous fakes flood the country. It suggests the Treasury recall the note if no better guidance is available.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Treasury Department
Deaths of a Day Special Telegram to The Dispatch
Yorkestows records the death of Rev David Goodwillte pastor of Liberty Presbyterian Church aged ninety. He retired ten years ago after a long ministry as a pioneer in the local church. Judge Hines dies in Indianapolis once law partner to Harrison and Miller. The Archbishop of York noted in Dublin dispatches.
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Yorkestows
David Goodwillte
Presbyterian Church
Liberty
Cleve
Earlie
Indianapolis
Stutland
Hines
Harrison
Miller
Harrison, Hines & Miller
Ledger of life balances and memories in a reflective meditation
A reflective piece treats life as a ledged account with 112 months and 6,766 hours as figures, urging balanced memory of joyous moments over losses. It contrasts arithmetic diligence with the elastic mind and ends noting Christmas, newspapers, and daily proverbs in a stream-of-consciousness tone.
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Columons
Imagination and misprints in a satirical piece
A collection of quirky lines and misprints lampoons society figures and daily life. The text parodies ambition, gossip, and public personas from bankers to actors while noting the frequent misreadings in the study of humanity and press typography.
Miss Gale Shines in New Juliet at Duquesne Theater
Miss Gale delivers a triumphant Juliet in Shakespeare’s tragedy, surpassing her Ophelia work with a moving, fully human portrayal of love, sorrow, and heroism. The performance, aided by Barrett’s Romeo and strong supporting cast, captivated a cautious audience despite uneven scenery and costumes that drew comment.
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Miss Gale
Juliet
Duquesne Theater
Ophelia
Flomeo
Tybalt
Romeo
Hanna
Juli
Deplorable Mistake in Lawrence County Bribery Prosecutions
The Philadelphia Times notes the prosecutions in Lawrence county failed due to the court's error in ordering Wallace to be tried first instead of Downing. It argues the misstep, not the special counsel, doomed the cases and fears future bribery will rise as a result.
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Philadelphia Times
Lawrence County
Downing Firat
Tate
Shaffer
Wallace
Celebrators in New Orleans Fight Grip Amid Festive Mood
New Orleans seeks celebration amid an 80,000 case grip outbreak. The city pursues merriment despite health concerns and crowded gatherings during the festival period.
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Philadelphia Press
New Orleans
Polite Fire Alarm Confusion During Snowfall
A city building alarm prompted a clerk to hurry toward the door only to learn via the speaking tube that the fire was a flood caused by water being turned on at the top floor. The incident showcases polite exactness in a snowy hour.
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Ballaing
A clergyman questions modern Christmas joy and gift excess
A clergyman reflecting on Christmas argues that secular joy has declined due to gift giving. He notes presents have become exchanges driven by social custom, with rising costs burdening the middle class and diminishing the holiday spirit for many, though he praises charity when sincere.
Scientific Humbugs and Christmas Travel Tales
Judge Collier’s remarks denounce scientific humbugs in a downtown bookstore setting. The column notes his sharp delivery and hints at a written opinion. Christmas Eve trains run filled with travelers and few intoxicated men while Pittsburg and Allegheny store workers head home for the holiday.
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Collier
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Fort Wayne
Ohio Valley
Beaver
Rochester
Youngstown
Liverpool
Ohio
Philanthropist George W Childs Distributes Christmas Gifts
Philadelphia records recount George W Childs giving away upward of 20000 in cash and books to workers at the Public Ledger building. Envelopes named recipients. amounts varied by worth, with no one overlooked from basement to composing room. Cash components included 100 and 50 dollar notes and larger bills.
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Philadelphia
George W. Childs
Public Ledger
Mr. Childs
Chris
Aca
Poem Fragment of Unrequited Love and Death
A fragmented verse laments buried love and faded longing. The speaker rejects songs and dreams, choosing death over renewed attachment as a deathly angel gazes starward, leaving a lingering ladder of sorrow. The language blends archaic spellings and maritime imagery with mortality and desire.
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Death
Love
Harrison Nominates Henry B Brown to Supreme Court
The selections by President Harrison include United States District Judge Henry Billings Brown of Detroit for the Supreme Court vacancy. Brown, born in 1833, has served on the District Court bench since 1873 and is praised as a sound, safe choice with a long legal career. The Philadelphia press notes his qualifications and predicts general approval.
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Philadelphia
Ledeer
Rep
Harrison
Supreme Court
Henry B. Brown
Michigan
District Court
United States
Henry Billings Brown
Detroit
Samuel F. Miller
Brown
Philadelphia Press
United States Supreme Bench
Henry
Friedensville
Nomination of Henry B Brown to Supreme Court
The New York Star reports Henry B Brown of Michigan nominated to succeed Justice Miller on the Supreme Court. The piece calls the move a political surprise that upends predictions and avoids potential scandal by not appointing the President’s law partner as Attorney General.
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New York
Harrison appoints Henry B. Brown to Supreme Court
The New York Tribune praises President Harrison for selecting Michigan District Judge Henry B. Brown as the successor to the late Justice Miller, marking a second Supreme Court vacancy filled. The New York Press also voices approval, contrasting with Gresham’s failed bid and lauding the choice as a favorable match for the bench.
Michigan appoints Henry 5B Brown to Supreme Bench
Cinemonal Enquirer notes the long vacancy ended by President Harrison naming Henry 5B Brown to the U S Supreme Court. Editorials praise fitness over partisanship, while the New York Times and Philadelphia Times comment that few expected such a choice and Harrison aimed for surprise.
Expectant Groom Abandoned as Bride Elopes to Best Man
Peterssrrs Virginia December reports a King William County woman Miss Jennie Dennaway left for a visit in Sussex to wed W G Thom of Jarretts after an engagement to a local suitor. The couple traveled to Weldon for the ceremony and Dennaway awoke to discover she was already married to Thom, the best man.
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Weldon
King William
Jarretts
King Will
Queena Victoria
Scotchman
James Stuart
Miss Cons
Miss Cobden
London County Council
Columbia
Germany
Ellaville
Opinion snippets from diverse papers on reform, tariffs, and politics
Reprinted commentary notes Cleveland at Reform Club event and Governor Hill’s absence. Critiques Miles’ campaign tactics toward Indians and tariff law wisdom. Veto of Bar Harbor building bill cited with Blaine influence alleged. Butler’s retirement praised. Atlantic tension over Beltr ines Sea discussed with Canada’s bellicose stance mocked.
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New York Tribune
Cleveland
Reform Club
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
Governor Hill
Buffalo Express
Miles
New York World
Far Harbor
Blaine
Maine
Cincinnati
Philadelphia Times
Yale
Curious Condensations of Global Advances and Oddities
A roundup notes rail payrolls for 1890 near 706 million dollars, literacy gaps in Italy, a 4000 foot steel bridge plan at Vancouver, steam yacht for a Russian sportsman, and Berlin income figures. It covers German battleship construction and new diving gear, rail leaks detectors, deaf speech limits, and moving Queen Victoria.
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Italy
Columbia
Vancouver
Waat
Fletcher
Gloucester
England
Greenock
Berlin
Mixed Snippets of Gossip and Fringe Commentary
A collage of quips and gibes from various papers includes jokes about Kipling’s popularity with a young audience, a jab at women fighting over children, a sexton and his wife, and misc misprints. It cites remarks from the Washington Post, Philadelphia Times, New York Herald, Chicago Times, Chicago Tribune, and Philadelphia Times about social foibles and public persona.
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Kipling
Pwek
Phila
Delphia Tiases
Washington Post
Amy
Mary
Charlie
George
Jeralia
Mary Christmas
Sal Ary
Adgt
New York
Fred
Chicago Times
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Duquesne
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Balmoral
Carnegie Hall
Leonard Wales
Missionary Church
Superior Hall
Indies
Eighth Presbyterian Church
West Bod
General Marion Council, Jr. O. U. A. ML
Palace Rink
Tare Misses Lyon
Stanton Avenue
Tae Sylvan
Semple's Hall
Monongahela House
Kenmawr
Liberal Distribution
Philadelphia Ledger
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Gresham
New York Press
Preaz
United States Supreme Banch
Cinemonal Enquirer
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New York Star
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Philadephia Inquirer
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