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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1892
Page
7
The notice lists carrier subscription options for Patily DiParen and others with varying terms of one year three months and one month. It notes delivery by carriers and rates per week with or without Sunday edition, and specifies Pittsburg Thursday December publication.
The author calls on Congress to establish a national quarantine system and suspend immigration while cholera lingers in Europe. He argues current quarantines are weak and demands immediate port controls, vessel inspections, and disinfection to protect the United States from a fatal epidemic.
The piece argues New Jersey’s policy grants broad charters to corporations, enabling business in other states. It notes 1,626 charters in two years with about 600 million dollars in capital, and criticizes low fees. It highlights the Corporation Trust Company with Jersey politicians as organizers to house charters and hold meetings, suggesting political rewards.
The Buffalo Hepress mocks a Delaware and Raritan Canal appropriation of 25 000 as a modest experiment and contrasts it with a bigger Ohio River and Lake Erie project. The piece notes local bias against new routes and urges careful comparison of survey needs and regional benefits.
The text questions opponents who doubt ship canal projects and argues their objections lack reason or common sense. It suggests opponents avoid rational debate, implying charity toward their stance due to absence of sound logic.
Milwaukee faces a surge of fires totaling five million dollars over two months with incendiary origins. Eyewitnesses tie the last blaze to a bomb toss. Mayor offers 2500 dollar reward. 100 special policemen enlist. citizens call for action to curb gangster-like arson and protect lives and property. A stern 1893 law enforcement push is urged to curb rising lawlessness.
The New York Recorder dismisses claims of a thousand million as humorous and cites expert estimates from 67 to 87 million with extra costs. It questions who would profit from a 15 to 34 million rake and presses for transparent details before endorsing any government loan.
Weather column argues a sun spot could influence climate but credits Uncle Jerry Rusk with delivering the Christmas weather during the Harrison era. The piece humorously notes past grammar slips and laments that Rusk will not oversee next year’s forecast.
The Philadelphia Times argues for a Europe inspired policy requiring hats be left at theater doors. It contends American women overdo large hats and trade good taste and courtesy for fashion ignorance. It urges reform before punitive measures, pointing to European aristocratic norms.
President RocKkeredEep of Standard Oil donates another million dollars to the Chicago University. Western Pennsylvania contributes a sizable portion, though distribution remains a matter of concern. For one
Chicago interests act to protect its standing while remarks on Pittsburg appetites spark city tension. The 18th instant the steamer Umbria sailed from Queenstown to New York and has since vanished amid terrible weather. Grave anxiety follows, yet premature despair is unwarranted. travel safety remains typical of the era.
If criminal negligence was not the cause, the Long Island explosion signals a need to learn more about dynamite safety before use in urban zones. The incident underscores dangers tied to handling explosives and calls for stricter precautions and training.
A query questions who is responsible for appointing Bill Dalton as deputy marshal. The text suggests identifying the authority over selecting United States marshals capable of deputizing Daltons.
A public warning argues that if cholera enters the country next year Congress will bear blame. The article says warning time exists and feasible precautions to exclude the disease should be enacted.
The piece downplays a reported embezzlement of 4,000,000 florins of education funds as trivial and notes a tendency to shield culprits among aristocrats. It contrasts this with French democratic competition and suggests the amount is comparatively small.
Senator Sherman supports repealing the silver purchase bill bearing his name and advocates decisive action to end the wastefulness he previously helped initiate.
The second national conference on university extension opened in Philadelphia with strong praise for the American Society for the Extension of University Teaching and its national role. The speaker emphasized the value of extension work in Pittsburgh as a prime example of usefulness.
A New York man reportedly reads proofs of the Bible in two hundred forty two languages, while skeptics question the existence of the gift of tongues. The claim highlights extraordinary linguistic reach and religious belief in miraculous language gifts.
The Treasury Department recognizes the need to exclude wages from cholera breeding districts. It urges continued enforcement whether shipments are bulk or carried by immigrants. Pittsburg letter carriers must carry arms to protect themselves and the United States mails within city limits.
Prominent Christian ministers attended the dedication ceremony for a Hebrew orphanage in Brooklyn showing growing unsectarian charity. The article notes broad civic unity and calls for careful civic oversight of candidates on municipal issues.
Representative Holman advocates a continental commercial union across the Americas while underestimating the reach and notoriety of his own influence. The remark suggests his proposal faces broader scrutiny than he admits.
A roundup notes varied figures from church to politics and sport. Tre Rev William Perrin is named Bishop of British Columbia, Archibald Hender son Arrington Williams is a House member, and Robert T Lincoln returns to England as minister. Plus, vendors of titles include Bulgar Prime Minister M Stambuloff famed marksman. Grourrry, ex Italian PM, with strong muscles. George Mirservi the Adirondack driver turned Washington coachman. Rev Br Myen joins Jesuit English Assistancy. Shah of Persia illness noted. Tom Jameson of Ohio nicknamed Thomas. Mrs Tru Sono, first woman Japanese lawyer, lecturing in the US to fund girls schools in Tokyo.
The New York Herald urges the United States Government to dispatch an eclipse observing expedition for the April 16 event. It notes Atacama region Chile offers clear weather and high observing points such as Cerro del Cobre for optimal viewing along the central totality zone.
The Prince of Wales denounces drinking as a vice and emphasizes its condemnation in a formal declaration reported by the Boston Herald. The royal remark underscores a stance against intemperance amid public discussion.
Washington Post reports an Ohio editor was jailed for speaking truth about a politician. The piece hints at further similar offenses and predicts another large installment after his release.
The bulk of Allegheny County's delegation heads to Harrisburg for the one day General Assembly opening. Legislators seek to push road improvements and Canal project support while redistricting debates swirl amid Republican and Democratic maneuvers for Speaker, Chief Clerk, and Senate succession.
The article notes Grover could not play Santa due to his weight and a chimney. It implies Grover did not portray Santa for a Cleveland household. No other people or organizations are specified.
The Inter Ocean notes public concern rises over cholera risks, urging prudent behavior and vigilance. Officials warn of potential outbreaks and call for awareness of sanitation and medical guidance to curb spread.
At the American Psychological Society closing session the next year's convention was set for December 27 and 28 at Columbia College. Dr. E. C. Sanford presented dream observations from two subjects who recorded 88 dreams over six weeks. Most dreams occurred after dawn, evening dreams were fewer, and 8 percent concerned daily affairs. Visual imagery dominated, and reason and attention were not dormant during sleep. The two observers differed in dominant emotions, one recalling pleasant dreams, the other often disagreeable. A second Clark University study tested daily intellectual variation via memory syllables, finding peak mental energy before meals and a low point around noon and around 10. None of the observed dreams were musical.
An elderly farmer near Paradise, Ohio, was duped by a gypsy claiming treasure. He deposited 50 dollars then 100 dollars in hopes of doubling wealth, but the gypsy vanished with his money, leaving him with nothing but a hole and broken promises.
The Killey heirs in Ohio are perfecting claims to a Pennsylvania coal property near Wilkesbarre once owned by Parkhurst Mosier and leased to Lehigh Coal. Mosier’s daughter Mrs Killey and her heirs assert their title remains vested, with an estimated value in the millions. Sixty heirs met at the office of W. J. Anderson to finalize the settlement details.
A collection of vintage quips and notes on cold weather from multiple papers describing frigid conditions. Mentions include Nashville icon, Philadelphia Times on rolling winter, Boston Globe ice at door, and warnings of fires amid wind and cold.
Death of Liel Lesbtoynski, claimed to be born in 1708 in despa Tuasia, makes her one of the earths oldest women. She arrived in this country 39 months ago and lived with her daughter Mrs Kameyski and granddaughter, often seen wandering the sidewalks. She appeared frail with parchmentlike skin and was held in awe by neighborhood women and children.
William D. Sadler father of Dr. Sadler the oculist died yesterday morning at his son's Grandylew avenue home. Born in Massaonaeny he married Miss Nancy Spires in New York who survives him. The Riegel will io then in Millboro. Mr. Sadler was esteemed by all who know him.
Professor Joseph Karje of the College of New Jersey in Princeton died Tuesday aboard a Pennsylvania Railroad ferryboat bound for New York. The incident occurred around four o clock as he traveled to visit his son, a lawyer in New York City, for a short stay of two or three days.
Obituary notes report Sunceox H. P. Hammler of U. N. dies in Crawford Mississippi after long illness. Dr Harvey, born in Kentucky, dies in Loging Pickering, San Francisco Morning News proprietor, after weeks of stomach and kidney illness. Joux H. Gaoys dies in Buffalo from heart disease age seven. former Standard publisher in Rockport Illinois in the sixties and head of the old ng Company at death. Supervisor Albert Waltis of Buffalo dies suddenly at a session, tracing to aorta issues and aortic rupture.
A dance hosted by Miss Anna Scaife and Mr. Charles Scaife at the Western avenue home in Allegheny drew Pittsburgh and Allegheny families. Guests included Misses Mary Launchlin Anne Whitson JENNIFER Dillois Mabel Clarke Mary Painter Mary Brown and others. Dancing began at 8 with Toorce's orchestra and white and green decor. Mr. Scaife attends school at Cornell while Miss Scaife studies at Farmington.
A festive gathering hosted by Miss Rachel Larimer at Mrs. James Ek Mellon’s residence honored Mina Larimer. The event featured floral decor with pink roses holly and palms and a grand pink rose centerpiece. Guests included numerous young ladies and numerous gentlemen from local society.
TstoSTown society hosted its second assembly ball at the Opera House on Tuesday evening with Toerge's orchestra providing music. Patrons included Mrs Georgan Marshall and Mrs I W Dawson as patrons. Notable guests traveled from Pittaburz Elizabeth Greensarg Brownsville Connellsville Stanford Richmond Buffalo and Lelsen ng among others.
Yesterday afternoon at 4 o clock Miss Rebecca Dartington hosted an ideal tea for about 60 of her young school friends at her home on Irwin Avenue Allegheny The reception room resembled a palace with pink tones and tasteful furnishings The dining room was lavishly set for tea featuring a centerpiece bowl of pink roses and ink wax tapers enhancing the lighting Miss Dartington was assisted by Miss Laughlin and Miss Chambers to serve the guests
In Clarion on Tuesday a large bridal party gathered for the wedding of Prof. Joseph H. Apple of Pittsburg Central High School and Mary E. Rankin. Rev. Dr Elder officiated with assistance from relatives and friends. The couple will reside in Aarafon after January 10.
Miss Jessie Means of Frankstown Avenue will marry Ben Wilson a city businessman next Tuesday evening in a quiet home ceremony with relatives and close friends.
A large crowd of Pittsburgers attended the Grand Assembly ball in the Beaver Falls opera house last evening. A Le Nouron was hosted by Mrs. Remeon W. Messier of Fifth Avenue East End yesterday for Miss Ricketson. A pretty wedding took place at St Paul M E Church with Miss Emma E Gray marrying Mr Robers C G Gonderman.
A miscellany notes Germany leads in spectacle wearers and a Czech map study. It reports on forging rock boring machines and a Forsyth Missouri town with no church in 50 years. It mentions New York housing 18 000 lunatics, 15th century pikemen, and a range of trivia from relics in Edinbrith to Burns relics, and more.
A nostalgic verse recalls winter joys with skates sleds and toys while a tale of a hired horse and bill prompts a humorous exchange. The fragment hints at humor amid winter scenes and a liveryman’s remark about a spirited horse.
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