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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1890
Page
1
A heated debate yielded a new House code granting Speaker Reed nearly absolute power to disregard dilatory motions. The rules recognize Senate origin of tariff and appropriation bills with strict quorum and journal procedures. Democrats held a lively caucus after Republicans adjourned, while secrecy surrounded the session.
The scene centers on rule disputes between Democrats and Republicans during a reading by Mr. Carlisle. Mr. Springer paints a grim view of the rules as limiting watchmen and Treasury access, while Republicans may seek a modest debate before any action.
A New York importer warned that a Senate Finance Committee bill on penalties for bribery and hush money in customs work could make New York strongly Democratic and shift other ports. He cited a firm employing 5,000, with Republican leadership, saying workers would vote Democratic if the burdensome provisions remain.
A rumor stated a dynamite bomb was found in the Capitol rotunda a small oval tin bar was recovered in a spittoon. Captain Allabach examined it noting a saltlike substance and a burning fuse suggesting a railroad torpedo. The box and contents were sent to the District chemist for analysis.
Washington February 5 The Ways and Means Committee has reached the metal schedule for the tariff bill. It will largely reproduce the Senate Finance Committee’s metal schedule and add a duty on lead ore in silver ore imports to be smelted, mainly from Mexico. Representative Menlan says the move could force smelting furnaces to shut down in Texas Missouri Kansas and other states.
The Pennsylvania Commandery of the Loyal Legion held its quarterly meeting at the Union League with over 200 companions present. Governor Beaver attended and urged writing Civil War reminiscences for reading at pen. A congratulatory message to General Sherman on his 70th birthday and plans for the April twenty-fifth anniversary were noted.
The Bar Association of New York hosted a large reception for the Supreme Court Justices at its rooms. President Frederick B. Condert introduced Chief Justice Fuller and the associate justices, and the evening featured social交流 and refreshments.
A devastating blaze sweeps the Pettimone shaft near Wilkes-Barre. Reports state about 100 miners are feared trapped or burned as firefighters fight the flames. Weather and time details are not provided in the readable text.
Columbus dispatch reports Mr. Lampson will not pursue the Lieutenant Governor contest case to the Supreme Court. He cites prohibitive costs and expected prejudice from the Democratic Senate majority, noting no competent testimony was heard and the case would delay state affairs. He says the decision is final after consulting attorneys and Republicans.
New York February 5 Dr Chauncey M Depew reports from Albany that the World’s Fair bill may be defeated though a motion to reconsider could revive it If the money pledged by the state is not secured he doubts the fair will happen Mayor Grant also expresses deep disappointment over Albany’s stance and accuses Senator Platt of unfair motives toward the Board of Commissioners
Philadelphia letter carrier John Mc Gettigan testified before U S Commissioner Bell that he delivered letters rapidly while intoxicated. He burned a bag of letters at home to dispose of them, some were burned and others burned badly. He was committed to jail in default of $1,000 bail to answer to court.
Springfield Mass February 5 Members of the American Window Glass Importers Association including representatives of every glass importing firm in the country advanced the price of window glass 6 percent for five days. At the end a further 10 percent rise will be issued. The rise reflects higher European losses and manufacturers’ willingness to lift domestic prices.
Boston reports a sad sea calamity as the British steamer Thanemore brings news of the Josephine shipwreck. Seven survivors from a crew of 14 remain after abandoning the vessel on a voyage from New York to Dantzio with oil. The ship leaked and was unmanageable in a hurricane with boats and water casks swept away.
A trusted Dallas office clerk, 25, vanished with a $35,000 package from the Pacific Express Company. A cunning receipt scheme lagged the discovery, and police issued a nationwide alert with a description of F. A. Walton, the missing money clerk, as investigators pursue the case.
The Camden cross examination produced two highly important pieces of forensic testimony that conflict with the prosecution timeline. Expert witnesses state the murder could not have occurred at the claimed time, influencing the defense and prisoner’s confidence.
In Sullivan Indiana cashier W E Crawley of the Farmers Bank set fire to a barn and then cut his throat with a newly bought knife. His body was found after the barn burned. His accounts were reported as intact and his family relations described as pleasant.
A woman from San Francisco in Manhattan's Mott Street drew attention when her identity surfaced among Chinese residents. Wong Hoe seized her and arranged temporary housing as others advised action. The incident prompted plans for return to her husband with a note urging away from prior ventures.
Rumor spread at the capital that Samuel J. Randall’s health worsened, with reports of doctor visits and sinking condition. The Dispatch learned from Miss Randall that he is improving and at work with Clerk Coutts. Carlisle also consulted. A Philadelphia telegram noted critical illness and a fundraising effort led by George W. Childs and A. J. Drexel has raised about $50,000 for Randall’s care and family needs.
The State Revenue Commission met in Philadelphia to discuss taxation. Auditor General McCamant was asked to obtain from the Secretary of Internal Affairs estimates of property values tax amounts and rates. A resolution urged clearer lines between state and local action in education charities and election expenses. J A Wright of Philadelphia argued for an income tax. The commission plans a Philadelphia meeting on February 25 and a return session on March 28 with public input invited.
A Senate Commerce Committee hearing renewed debate over a Detroit river bridge. Opponents including George H. Ely Captain Whiting and Omer F. Conger argued the 1000 foot channel and 140 foot height would obstruct navigation at a busy vessel point.
Two men arrested by Deputy Marshal McMurray are held in the United States jail at Fort Surra for the Pacific Express robbery along the mis Kansas and Texas line. Police say the suspects deny knowledge but authorities believe they are the right men.
Dusur February 5 The Freeman's Journal requests that at Parliament's opening next week Charles Parnell will demand an inquiry into The Times conspiracy.
The third Navassa rioters trial began in the U S Circuit Court in Baltimore on February 5. Defendants Ed Marsh Stephee Pern Charlee busith and Chades El Dosis are tried together under William T. Shea.
A morning blaze in Belle Plaine, Iowa destroyed the Rusk Bros hardware, the Phoenixerie Belle Plaine black was damaged, and George Alles Gud Turnbull suffered losses estimated at twenty five thousand dollars, with an earlier thirty thousand in a nearby incident.
Reports from Brau dated February 5 describe Emperor William and Prince Bismarck discussing labor law reforms and colonial aims. The Emperor signals extensive measures to aid workers including expanded insurance and delegated representation, signaling a shift toward workers’ welfare and potential ministerial changes as Bismarck plans to pass leadership to younger officials.
Disaster strikes Burke Idaho in the Cour d Alene mining district. An avalanche sweeps the town, killing three and burying five miners. residents flee Gem and Wallace as rescue efforts struggle and communications fail.
Paris reports Admiral Krantz Minister of Marine outlines major navy additions for 1390. Proposed 78 new vessels include 10 heavy ironclads 11 cruisers 2 torpedo cruisers 5 torpedo boats 1 Coes dispatch of 3 ganats 12 seagoing torpedo boats and 35 first class torpedo boats. The torpedo service grows by four boats signaling a sign of the times.
Examination of Major Panitza and three officers shows a conspiracy to murder Prince Ferdinand and seizing the regency. Authorities accuse Russian agents with civilian arrests. Alleged chief plotter named M. Hurovo, Russian minister in Bucharest.
The Egyptian government queried Stanley about his nationality. He replied with hesitation that he is a cosmopolitan, not belonging to any country, and that the world is his country. The statement appears in a February 5 dispatch from Dunlap's Cable Company.
In Wicarra on February 5 a justice ruled corn used as fuel cannot be seized for attachment. One thousand bushels owned by farmer Steadman were attached, but the court held the 1000 bushels as a year’s fuel is not subject to attachment under the law.
Berlin reports that American Senators heed Blaine and applaud his Samoan policy. In Rome Signor Crispi telegrams condolences from the King of Italy to Secretary Tracy regarding a recent calamity.
A Brooklyn Greenland's match factory burned at 12 15 AM trapping four story building and adjoining saloons. Sixty families occupied nearby upper floors totaling 200 to 300 people who escaped with most belongings destroyed. Firemen Cleary and O'Brien were injured. losses reach 200000 as flames continued.
A news boy named Thoroton in Shampton Ontario was blown from a Grand Trunk train while passing between cars with a bundle of books. The engine returned to retrieve a mangled body but found Thoroton nearby, escaping with only a severe scratch on the face as the train rolled downhill at speed toward the station.
The National Stove Manufacturers Association met at the Palmer House with unusually large attendance. Detroit's Mr. Don Barber presided and delivered the annual address. Relations of supply and demand were reported satisfactory and the outlook was favorable. Sessions were held with closed doors.
An alarm from box 167 about 1145 last night caused by a lamp upset started a blaze. The two story frame house at the city line was occupied by Abe Will and John Kenney and was completely destroyed. Loss about $1,000.
The Democratic campaign in Indianapolis shows Harmony Al nominated for mayor as Bailey’s Walkover leads events. Key figures and supporters rally across the city, with expectations mounting for the upcoming election.
Judge John H. Bailey was nominated by Democrats with one dissenting vote. Captain Kerr received no second and declined to run. A call for a joint debate between Bailey and Gourley was issued by the Republican County Executive Committee as ex-postmaster Larkin, T. O’Leary Jr., and Jury Commissioner Jiles attended.
W J Brennen nominated Judge Bailey and commented on political rings and city reform. The speech praised Bailey’s honesty and impartiality while criticizing the alleged dominance of the city ring and calls for faithful execution of mayoral duties.
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