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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1889
Page
14
Reports from London discuss France after Boulanger's election, with Carnot urged to calm the nation. Boulangists stay quiet while the Cabinet holds a slim majority. Observers forecast possible unrest and note betting odds centering on Boulanger if the Exhibition of 89 surfaces again.
Cable dispatch from Loxpox notes British commentators debate authorship of a Contemporary Review anti Bismarck piece. The Pall Mall Gazette promotes the mystery, printing interviews with the Contemporary Review editor who refuses to reveal Stead’s identity and reprinting columns from other papers.
London February 2 The death of the Crown Prince of Austria triggers a brief court mourning from February 2 to 14. Women may wear black dresses white gloves black or white shoes feathers pearls diamonds or plain gold or silver ornaments. Men wear black court dress with black swords and buckles instead of cut steel.
Loxspox reports February 2 that amid slurs about the Bismarck family Herbert’s lifestyle and social gossip circulate, but the Bis marcks remain thriving. Salisbury and the governing circle in Germany’s African coast area act as stabilizing actors in the broader tension.
Loxpos February 2 The Queen to celebrate in a few days the forty ninth anniversary of her wedding which falls on Sunday The occasion is described as solemn and cheerless as the Prince is remembered The queen's health is toasted by the household but all remain grave while memory of her late husband is honored in silence
In Loxpox February 2 Lord Hopetoun found a Mazarin Bible in his country mansion, selling it for nearly £4,000. Impoverished peers rush to overhaul libraries hoping for similar fortunes. The Duke of Marlborough cannot join, having sold his ancestral library and pictures long ago. Panis reports Laguerre challenges La Crox to a duel after an insult in the Chamber.
In an official report county surgeons state Crown Prince Rudolph showed skull flattening, brain ventricle enlargement, and low cerebral folds, indicating insanity. Belgium’s King and Queen, Prince Baldwin, Emperor and Prince Philip of Coburg attended the return. crowds lined Hofburg route as royal party arrived. The public was kept away, and mourners showed deep emotion at the reception.
London reports a quarrel among musicians as Anton Rubenstein seeks a Berlin premiere for a symphony. Von Bulow, once Rubenstein’s admirer and even called him master, refuses to direct the piece, deeming it incoherent and criticizing Rubenstein’s hair. Rubenstein responds mildly, noting surprise at the barbering of ears versus hair.
Salisbury's health declines and his family fears for him as he contemplates rest. The Sackville incident weighs on him and insomnia troubles him. Some English papers compare Harrison's approval of an Ireland home rule address with Sackville's interference in domestic politics.
Father Marrinan of Castle Connell was jailed five weeks under crimes act. Constable Clifton of Kildysart resigns in protest over harsh treatment of Mr O'Brien. Lord Mayor Tomas Sexton returns a private entree ticket for a castle levee, asks no more invitations while government remains. Bradford mass money resolution adopted in protest.
New York February 2 fifth day of surface road tie up reveals weak morale among strikers. Many seek work at stables while remaining pickets show little resolve. By 9:30 p m Third Fourth and Sixth avenue lines ran mainly with police presence on every fourth car. Belt Line operated a circuit with patrols. about 200 drivers and conductors arrived from Boston and many found jobs on the lines.
A bombshell hit Uniontown politics as the county board of directors elected W P Jackson as steward of the county home after several ballots. Carter, backed by Republicans, won the post with support from Democrats, while Carr remains in charge until October 1. The split on the board between Republicans and Democrats signals ongoing tension over control of the poorhouse.
J. W. Moore & Co. yesterday bought 500 acres of valuable ore land near the Mammoth works. It is stated to be the last tract available in the Sewickley valley.
A married man named Jacob Gillan was found dead at Whitehall in Brownsville last evening at five o'clock. Justice of the Peace Burns was deputized to hold an inquest, with proceedings scheduled for tomorrow morning.
Secretary Bayard said he had not yet received Bismarck’s Samoa conference proposal but expected it soon and noted the need to clarify Bismarck’s instructions to withdraw the German consul’s demand for control. He said Arco’s prior message anticipated his telegram dismissing martial law in Samoa. Australia’s Federal Council endorsed independence treaties for Samoa, signaling shared concern over foreign dominion.
Brad dock saloon keeper Joseph Fink faced three indictments for illegal liquor selling. A man, W L Ralston, presented a forged Attorney Yost letter proposing a hush money scheme. Fink paid Ralston a large sum, then learned the letter was fake. Ralston was arrested and jailed. justice Lowry to rule on the case.
The American Mechanics of Turtle Creek presented flags to Turtle Creek and Braddock area schools yesterday afternoon. A parade included Post 151 from Braddock, Post 199 from Turtle Creek, and 750 school children along with the two councils. Commander J B Holland of Post 199 delivered the presentation address, with other speeches by Homer Castle County Superintendent Hamilton Rev Gilfillen and Rev Sweeney.
William Wallace was thrown under an engine on the elevated road at the Edgar Thomson Steel Works in Braddock yesterday morning. His leg was mangled and amputated and part of his right hand was also severed in the accident.
At a Friday meeting the Board of Trade in Chicago adopted a strong resolution endorsing dressed beef for health and affordability. It urged Legislatures to drop bills against dressed meat, arguing such proposals stem from selfish motives and would impair sale of American meat domestically and internationally.
Tyr Paul M. Covington Marine Hospital Surgeon for the port of Pittsburg wed Miss Belle Stewart Gordon in St Louis last Tuesday. The couple are on a tour of the South and will reach Pittsburg in about a month.
Mr Jesse B Jones secretary of the Pittsburg Rifle Club lies at his home 426 Duquesne Way with strange feveric illness. Attendance at Taysichane will not permit visits to him.
New York February 2 stock advances push the Hammond bucket shop to suspend operations. Hammond pays off in bus tickets rather than cash, reflecting the strain in liquidity during the market surge.
Co. C. Emil testified he entrusted Orr with brass and steel for safekeeping. When requested, Orr refused to return the articles, leading Emil to sue Orr for larceny by bailee.
Two cities report a day of minor incidents. Cane slips and breaks a leg in Allegheny. Bonent Baer, an express driver, slips in Allegheny and sustains a bad scalp. Zeno Lodge hosts a reception in Southside with A. C. Rankin to speak. Recreation Park toboggan slides offered daily for the season. A sixth ward meeting is planned at the Scholhouse tomorrow evening. Groundhog Day passes without shadow, forecasting six weeks of cold. Michael Care injured during a police arrest in Market Street area. Born, an elderly woman, fainted on Fifth Avenue. Gravedigger Henry Legenjohn’s cellar explosion after lighting a candle. William Miller arrested for stealing an overcoat, a watch, and three silk mufflers.
New York physicians and electricians witnessed electrical experiments on Barnum and Bailey animals at Bridgeport winter quarters. Baboon, seals, elephants, and other species reacted variably to currents from 42 LeClanche cells, with resistances from 1,000 to 15,000 ohms. Elephants appeared to enjoy the sensation. dogs and sea lions fared poorly in the wet hides.
A New York telegram notes Mrs. Harrison plans travel to Indianapolis with her daughter after leaving the Gilsey House tomorrow. She will spend the next two to three days with friends and has hosted callers including Mrs. Stedman, Levi Morton, and the Elkins sisters during a quiet hotel stay.
The McKeesport and Bessemer Railroad Company agrees to convert its Monongahela River bridge at Riverton into a dual use crossing for passengers and freight if sufficient stock is raised to fund the project.
An unclear text fragment mentions Ignatz Rein and a scene in the city. Details are obscured, but the reference indicates a notable figure and local activity. Further readable context is needed for a precise summary.
Reported in Connellsville coke region that many works show limited operations with ovens open only five or four days weekly. Leaders dispute a general strike, noting no extra orders from customers and advertising that demand for coke is down. Scottdale telegram confirms scattered actions but officials doubt nationwide action.
Telegram from Wheeling reports Belmont nail factory workers face discharge after a Sunday ultimatum to resume Monday. Amalgamated Association members plan to march to the mill and remove their tools, signaling a unified, potentially combined strike across nearby factories.
A river mining operation resumes with a 3 cent wage rate and no miners’ strike. Pits closed for lack of demand will reopen Monday, rehiring about 6,000 idle workers. Operators cite a six month coal surplus at Cincinnati and New Orleans, deeming immediate restart unnecessary.
The group met at 102 Fourth Avenue last evening and adjourned near 11. They refused to reveal any proceeds and did not confirm or deny reports that they planned to leave the Knights of Labor.
Elba Iron Works on Second Avenue shuts down due to lack of orders. The firm seeks control of Continental Tube Works and plans to resume rolling mill operations if it succeeds.
President Acheson and Secretary Painter of the Novelty Steel Wheel Company return from Philadelphia claiming a new industry facility will be located in McKeesport. Local officials anticipate jobs and economic growth as plans advance.
Democrats in the Twelfth ward list J O Shea Frank Stamik Thomas Rafferty and James Driscoll with Republicans J H Nobbs and Roger Rowe. Select Council nominees include Democrats Patrick Donnelly John Blane and Republicans James Clark Park and Jae ten Smith. Primaries are Thursday evening.
Short lengths of all carpet grades on the second floor go this week at reduced prices. A clearance sale ends with all remnants sold at half price. Edward Groetzinger invites customers to Penn Avenue locations 627 and 629 for the bargain event.
Saturday's crowds forced continued discounts at G. C. store corner Grant and Diamond, offering kersey melfon chinchilla and elysian over coats with silk satin linings priced from 925 to 835, plus ulsters. Tomorrow Monday will be the final day to choose from bargains at the corner by the new Court House.
The week’s two Rosenthal appearances loom as major musical events in the East, with critics praising his technique and intellect. Born 1862 in Lemberg, he studied in Vienna with Joseffy and Liszt, impressed Liszt in 1876, and has since toured Europe and America, sharing stages with Kreisler and other eminent players.
Miss Emma Eingler and Miss Mamie Reuck headline a Fourth U. P. Church concert with the Alpine Quartet set for next Thursday in Allegheny. W A Lafferty elected conductor of the new Allegheny Musical Association. Mozart Club and Allegheny Musical Club prepare programs featuring soloists and orchestral works. Trinity Church reports full organist salary payments amid staff debates and rehearsals stir.
Oklahoma Harry Hill and Frank Allbright traveled from the Kasia river camp near Hunnewell to plead with Pawnee Bill not to raid until the Senate acts. Pawnee Bill has not yet centralized forces, plans arrival Monday with a large settler crowd, and local citizens are enthusiastic.
In St Paul a genteel elopement stirs Anthony Park as Oakes Ames, cousin of Massachusetts governor, marries Emma Watson the Park postmistress. Ames has recently come of age and holds about $500,000. Emma left on an afternoon train for a visit, then reports arrived announcing their marriage by mail.
Braddock reports 787 pupils in borough schools and about 1,500 non school age children. Total children in Braddock reach approximately 2,287, reflecting rapid local growth as the town expands.
In ruling on the condemnation petition for Monongahela navigation lock No. 7 Judge Acheson said the court was not warranted to halt proceedings at this stage. He ordered the District Attorney to notify the respondent's counsel that on a specified day he will seek court approval to appoint viewers.
Vice President Waite of the Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton road visited the city yesterday. He opposes building parallel lines and favors appointing a State board of commissioners to pass on the merits of a projected road before funds are spent.
Big demand for full dress swallow tail suits this time of year prompts a Monday only sale. About 65 suits priced at 18 dollars to start the week with a rush. Coats and vests are West of England cloth, pants imported doeskin. Tailors charge 55 dollars elsewhere. Located at Grant and Diamond streets opposite the new Court House.
Complete assortment of Masonic and fraternal lodge insignia offered by E. P. Ro! & Bons at corner Fifth Avenue and Market Street. Includes Templar Mystic Shrine Pythian Odd Fellows American Mechanics A. O. U. W. and other secret emblems.
Harrisburg reports a power struggle between the State Board of Charities and the Lunacy Commission. Overcrowded state asylums prompt calls to curb the commission’s authority and consider a Department of Public Charities, with proposals for new facilities and free school text books in the broader reform debate.
A special telegram from Harrisburg reports the monthly general fund balance at $1,490,287.46, with $287,889.19 at Allegheny National Bank. Deposits include $100,000 at Economy Savings Bank Beaver Falls, remains of $600,000 across Farmers and Mechanics and People's Bank Philadelphia, and $178,000 at Commonwealth Guarantee Trust and Safe Deposit. Two other city banks hold $93,000. Delamater & Co. shows a deposit. and $78,370 in advance items is noted for legislators and staff salaries.
Harrisburg February 2 A Senate passed bill now before the House provides for printing 19000 revised bird books at about 80000 dollars including plates. Many members question the expenditure and some advocate free textbooks for schools funded by the state.
Harrissure February 2 Dr McCullough of Tarentum will introduce a bid on Monday night to extend the corporation act of 1874 to electric light and panics and a bill to repeal the law of West Deer township A county.
Local ad notes SIG CARPET REMNANTS offering short lengths of carpet for spring use. Readable lines indicate limited stock as the sale approaches closing time. Edward GrorrsIxcEn appears as a name in the fragmentary notice.
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