02 Feb 1889
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1889
Page
1
Bayard highlights restraint amid war fever as he criticizes excessive martial law on foreigners. John Sherman is portrayed as a central statesman towering above carnage while the Senate remains a forum for harsh rhetoric and political tension.
Telegrams from Germany indicate Samoa authorities overstepped orders prompting a return to the prewar status. President Cleveland and Secretary Bayard smile as Bayard-Pendleton correspondence traces U S action and German assurances, with Sherman praised for calm handling amid fiery Senate talk.
Secretary Bayard and Count Arco Valley discuss German Samoa policy and U S expectations. The notes cover German restraint, Pacific state of war for Mataafa, Samoa neutrality, and Pago Pago harbor deeds tied to a 1878 treaty. The narrative includes Bayard letters to Sherman and details of land ownership and flag-raising at Great Island.
The North German Gazette reports Samoa shows no war will by Germany due to lack of government orders and no opponent. declares possible self defense only. Admiral Heusner says final details depend on Samoa reports expected mid month. crews at Zanzibar reported healthy.
The German government has ordered a military attache at the German legation in Washington to observe American military affairs. Officials acknowledge the action but offer little official comment. The note appears as part of broader changes in Germany’s espionage personnel.
Indianapolis dispatch reports General Harrison’s cabinet shattered before completion as Senator Allison of Iowa declines the Treasury. Blaine’s chances hinge on Allison, with New and McKinley among possible successors. Western control of finance favored, while political maneuvering intensifies.
In Charlestown West Virginia the joint assembly struggled over state officer contests. Republicans and Democrats clashed as returns were opened but not declared pending a contest. Kenna gained a vote while Dorr remains the sole straight Democrat. Kenna’s backers shift to Union Labor with Goshorn and Barbes tallying on ballots. Election seen unlikely before Monday.
Washington reports James V. Long of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Commissioner of Fisheries, completed plans with Marshall McDonald of the U S Commission to move an allotment of Loch Leven trout from the Northville Michigan government station to a western Pennsylvania hatchery. The U S Fish Commission imported many of these fish from Scotland last year and their growth in the states is expected to benefit Pennsylvania fisheries.
A telegram from New York reports a three year old girl named Lizzie Humphreys shipped as a parcel of freight from Jersey City to Pittsburg. The child traveled under proper tagging and attentive care, with many contributors to her comfort.
A fragmentary notice references Gail Hamilton and a Monday event related to a Pak in tomorrow's issue. The readable portion is limited and lacks clear actions or context.
The Oklahoma boomers secured a strong majority in the House for their bill amid a political scramble. The British extradition treaty was rejected in the Senate by 38 to 15 as controversy over land ownership and government actions stirred debate.
The House debated the Sibley heirs claim for royalties on Army tent patents from 1838. Mrs Sibley, loyal despite her husband Henry H Sibley’s Confederate ties, seeks royalties for over 40 000 tents used in the war. Opponents argued lack of standing due to his treason while supporters noted her loyalty. The measure passed the Senate and stalled in the House awaiting action.
The British extradition treaty faced three hours of Senate debate before being rejected. Critics argued that removing the objectionable political offenses clause did not remove the treaty's core issues, and a failed review would only push negotiations back to diplomacy. The final tally stood 38 to 15.
The House conferees receded from their stance on the Agriculture Department bill, clearing its passage barring a presidential veto. Raptonstretivs Hateh of Missouri is expected to be named the first Secretary of Agriculture, with Commissioner Coleman seen as the possible interim holder.
In Madison county Florida threats surface against Hon Frank W Pope the 1864 Independent Republican gubernatorial candidate. Sheriff Parramore blocks a planned lynching surrounding Pope and Captain Ernst Wiltz with a posse while Pope stays under guard and optimism remains high as tension around the case grows.
Telegraph report from Magztoy Kentucky describes a deadly illness in Webster County around Yates sawmill area. By February 1 twenty three deaths, mostly children, with one surviving adult, case progression within hours. Doctors split on diagnosis from cerebro meningitis to spotted fever amid dangerous conditions.
In Cincinnati on February 1 James Robinson, once in John Robinson’s employ, sues to set aside the will leaving the estate to John’s sons. He alleges impairment of mind and undue influence. If successful, heirs would shift to the ascending line, led by James Robinson. The case follows a bitter family dispute over the famed showman’s estate.
Boston officials remove 60 large nude photographs from Gustave Boulanger works brought from Paris by A H Munsell. The images, used for Beaux Arts study, include Turkish bath figures and a Pompeian scene, prompting protests by those deeming them shocking to students.
An Ohio newspaper reports a stormy confrontation between Governor Foraker and Attorney General Watson in the Governor's office. It says Watson acted officiously in the White Cap matter and bragged about plans, prompting the Governor to ban him from the office. Both men refuse interview.
A Dispatch Special Commissioner reports four northwestern Pennsylvania counties Forest Elk Cameron and Potter show broad support for a constitutional amendment while Elk county leans against it. Lumber camps favor temperance reform but many workers believe whisky remains a necessary stimulant. interviews suggest Elk county opposes by a small margin.
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