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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1889
Page
4
The Daily Dispatch is delivered by carriers at 1 cent per week, or with the Sunday edition for 1 cent more per week. The issue is dated Pittsburgh, Monday, February 4, 1858, and lists delivery terms and publication details.
The St Vincent monastery contemplates abandoning its brewers, illustrating Frank Murphy’s theory that each person imposes a personal prohibition. Opponents argue abstention proves choice, while others fear stopping monastery beer could justify halting other drinks. Some may seek a compromise allowing continued production despite broader prohibition.
The piece cites a New York Telegram editorial condemning mob violence and urges the paper to name specific lynching attempts in New York Pennsylvania Ohio Illinois or Iowa. It argues such cases show a national problem and reflect poorly on the states where they occur.
In response to sharp criticism of Mr Bayard and U S policy toward Hayti and Germany the New York Sun and Baltimore Sun are cited. The piece argues the President dictates State Department policy and that Bayard should resign if policy cannot be made manly and consistent.
The Providence Journal objects to Samuel Gompers push for convict labor on highways, arguing organized labor would instead condemn convicts to degradation. The writer counters that degradation lies in crime, not in honest public work, urging recognition of legitimate punishment through work.
Senator Delamater proposes a bill modeled on New York law to regulate savings banks without capital stock in Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia Times says it would align Pennsylvania’s savings bank interests with New York and New England, though real boom seems unlikely given the state already hosts prominent banks of this class.
The author critiques allowing inexpensive banks to operate with minimal capital. They warn that creating banks of discount and deposit with fifteen incorporators risks savers’ funds. The piece urges solid paid-up capital and guarantees of good faith, as seen in established savings banks already operating in the state.
Lima dispatch notes salt water in oil and gas wells endangering production in parts of Northwestern Ohio while some districts remain supplied. The article argues for possible future manufactured gas and pipe distribution as a cheaper urban fuel, warning against monopolies in gas manufacture or distribution and noting potential supply limits for Lima and Pittsburgh if salt water spreads.
A New York group promotes knee breeches and sack coats as evening dress, drawing jeers at a stylish reception. Projections to spread to Baltimore Washington Philadelphia and Boston face practical barriers as full dress remains unpopular among serious men. Senator Ryu Tan and Clayton assassination denouncements trigger editorials on politics and liberty.
The report notes John L. Sullivan leaving for Canada to referee a prize fight, implying a clash using Sampson's weapon. It mentions Sapin Saturnus visiting Indianapolis to reassure the President-elect about Minnesota's Senate election and patronage offers, urging continued Sabin patriotism despite measures.
The New York press anticipates tracking Mr Phelps on arrival and securing his initial impressions of the United States, signaling heightened media interest in the guest's reaction and experiences.
The report says House Democrats plan a compromise tariff bill as they realize the pressure to act on tariff reduction. They are seen as late to the approach, suggesting earlier moves could have altered the current position.
Beginning to be apparent that the January cabinet will not stand the February freeze. The profound habitations of the Interstate Commerce Commission have again.
The article argues railways violate the inter State commerce law but fail to enforce penalties. It warns that stopping St Vincent beer could drive Latrobe residents to despair and doubts any railway presidents will call another meeting to reshuffle the commission within a week or two.
A roundup notes George Sou langer as the top Frenchman, A M Cannon’s Otsego success, Colox Tolborn’s Washington error, a Cornell bell tribute by Rev Robert Couren, Lotz heirs seeking 17 million from government, Miss Harriet Weed’s New York life, Harrison and Hendricks Parks dispute, Jesse D Abrahams named Controller of the Currency, and background on his Virginia origins and Washington career.
A New York artist preserves a five by ten inch coffin plate with birth and death details as a mantlepiece ornament. After a near burial during a gingerbread induced trance in Paris, he revived, reclaimed the plate, and returned home aboard a steamer to an orderly mourning in New York.
Senators anticipate a busy week as the Appropriations Committee reports the legislative, executive and judicial appropriation bill and the naval bill moves from the House. The census bill, Pacific Railroad funding bill, and Sherman anti trust measures are in play with limited action likely. A Samoa treaty related declaration may trigger a secret session debate.
The Providence Journal notes the saying history repeats itself, suggesting General Boulanger could resemble Louis Napoleon, though history seldom mirrors the past. It hints at cautious comparison rather than a definite forecast.
In Harrisburg a staff correspondent surveys a legislature shaped by party discipline. The piece notes champagne banter at a Clam bake, debates on inter municipal bills, street railway incorporation talks, and profiles Alfred Smiley and William Rodearmel as notable figures.
Friction rises on the Buffalo Rochester and Pittsburg Railroad after wage cuts. Brakemen drop from 22 to 17 cents, engineers 40 cents, firemen from 2 to 1 8 cents daily, with conductors falling to 61 cents. Crews quit and were discharged, with protests mounting as unions consider talks with management and a possible general strike.
The American Peace Society voices strong opposition to proposed harbor fortifications. The group seeks exposure and debate within the State Department in Washington while urging a pacific approach to national defense policy.
Russell Harrison stands out as the lone Republican not seeking an office. The piece notes he is a likable young man yet will be labeled eccentric by many in his father’s party.
A list of dramatic demise stories spans figures from Letys and Sir Godfrey Kneller to the Chancellor of Scotland and Holy Roman emperors. Accounts describe jealousy, heartbreak after battles, feasting on melons, papal accusations, religious doubt, a famed English scholar, Malherbe’s swoon rebuke, and an Italian actor’s theater death after an ovation.
Yesterday's Dispatch opens with the Western Penitentiary probe into Dr. Mahameke allegations of aiding criminals and office corruption. It cites explosive boat incidents on the Allegheny and deaths, plus public debates on industry, finance, and politics across Europe and America.
Lancaster, Feb 4 Editor J E Hoffer of Mount Joy jailed over libel damages to Mrs Laura K Stoner. He enjoys corridor and yard privileges at Lancaster jail, orders oysters and terrapin from the keeper, with board billed to Mrs Stoner. Inspectors will set ongoing rates. if she defaults, Hoffer may be released.
Strawberries from the South are now in the Eastern markets, selling at from two dollars to a quart. The note about Northern capital going South is explained by this fruit trade, which, if the crop holds, could become a major financial factor for the country.
Information from Washington reports that Mrs Matilda Griswold Frelinghuysen widow of Frederick T. Frelinghuysen ex Secretary of State was wed in Newark New Jersey on Wednesday.
Washington February 2 the legislative appropriations committee completed action raising the President's private secretary salary to five thousand dollars annually. The move accompanies broader budget measures approved by the Senate committee.
Fashion notes describe moss color mossy blends in tea gowns with furs like bear skins, wire cloth veils, velvet gowns trimmed with fur, white kid shoes with metal heels, and two tone velvet tea gowns.
The sun climbs northward shortening winter and lengthening days as twilight grows longer. Refraction boosts the sun's apparent position at rising and setting, extending daylight by minutes and even hours across the year. The piece notes the March and September equinoxes and shows how refraction keeps day and night imbalanced.
R. A. Transits Seta notes Mercury as the swift messenger of the gods will be an evening star this month. He reached greatest elongation east of the sun in January and will be about 14 7 minutes above the horizon and 8 45 minutes south of due west on the evening of February 6. Visibility remains possible for two to three days around the 6th with a field glass aiding observation. The planet shows a crescent phase at month start, narrowing toward inferior conjunction around February 9, with an apparent disk diameter of about 8 minutes of arc near the middle of the month.
The article notes Venus as the brightest evening object after sunset, reaching greatest elongation east of the sun on the 18th at 46 distances, with the disk half illuminated and increasing in diameter. Mars is in Aquarius, low interest, and Saturn and Jupiter appear with limited viewing due to position and timing.
Saturn rises with sunset and reaches opposition on the 4th, showing rings open and inclined. Uranus near Spica in Virgo appears as a sixth magnitude star with a resolvable disk through small telescope, while Neptune lies far beyond the Pleiades, a distant disk about 2.0 arcseconds.
The record lists moon phases for February with first quarter on the 7th and full moon on the 11th and last quarter on the 27th. It notes distances and apparent diameter on the 6th and 24th, greatest altitude on the 12th, and least on the 5th, plus several planetary conjunctions with Mars Venus Neptune Saturn Uranus Jupiter and Mercury on various dates with positions.
Russell Harrison arrived at the Gilsey House this afternoon as Mrs. Harrison and Mrs. McKee left for lunch at Mr. Whitelaw Reid’s residence. The son later followed, and it was noted Mrs. Harrison would likely depart for home tomorrow night or Tuesday morning.
The writer from Austin, Texas, recalls Lilly Hoggst and Braddock Seminary days, praising teachers such as Mother Olver and the star pupil Lilly. She describes family memories, letters from former pupils, and the enduring influence of Braddock in shaping noble women, urging the editor to preserve this reminiscence.
A letter to the editor defends Keystone Commandery No. 1 members after a public social at Imperial Hall New Grant Street on January 17. The writer disputes allegations of rough treatment claiming the man and woman were not invited together and that the incident was private, urging readers that the accused are respected community members.
A Pittsburg reader argues county valuations differ by ward and rise from 1883 to 1888, causing higher county taxes in 1889. He questions uniform tax rates, suggests taxing at cash value, and decries growing wealth of county and city while taxes increase. He asks why assessments drift upward and calls for fair, uniform levies.
The United States would gain strategic mobility in wartime, enabling rapid troop and supply movement between oceans and restricting adversaries. A canal under U S control would direct interoceanic commerce, allowing only friendly ships to pass and reducing reliance on routes like Cape Horn. A second question is answered by noting prior discussion in the text.
In Musuet Virginia February L An elected member of the Chamber of Deputies corresponding to France's House of Commons. The election is significant as it represents one of the largest and most populous departments or districts in the country.
A poem fragment contrasts lovers across seasons. A suitor waits for warmer days while a maiden’s heart yearns for a word of love as snow drifts. A second singer longs for cold nights and storms but finds the beloved has wed another.
Reader asks who would become President on March 4 if Harrison and Morton die before that date. Letter notes constitutional laws seem to lack clear provision for this succession scenario and asks for guidance.
A reader questions the existence of the word exe amid garbled notes about a tan Fig axle and a date in February, asking if the term is proper or mis-typed.
Mt Hercules in New Guinea is claimed as the world’s highest peak at 2704 feet, with Everest lists. A U.S. Secret Service chief reports a year ending June had seven arrests, spreading to Italians among counterfeiters. Egg glut from mild winter. horses die in Madras stable. Arctic whaler losses chart presented to Washington. A Californian found $200 in gold while dog-n hunting. a Georgia farmer leases their marble-bearing land. a Conn. woman endures suspended animation episodes. A seven-footed horse, a mischievous grocer’s suitor, a mastodon skeleton near Idaho, a Blount county ghost divorce, and other oddities fill the page.
A jumble of humorous snippets from various 19th century weeklies. It includes quips about a Chicago man living on a cent a week, remarks on Hannah More and slang origins, cartoonish exchanges about engagements and class, and brief comic dialogues from New York Weekly and Philadelphia papers.
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