The Dispatch Advertisements and Offices Listing
The Dispatch announces its business office at corners of Smithfield and Diamond Streets with rooms in the Telmine Building New York for ad sales and subscriptions. It notes distribution points in Brentano's Union Square New York and Ave de l Opera Paris and invites advertisers and friends to visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smithfield
Diamond Streets
Diamond Street
Fastemn
Telmine
New York
THE
Dispatch
Walle
Brentano's
Union Square
Ave. de T Opera
Paris
France
Postage Rates for United States Newspaper Editions
The notice lists yearly and monthly rates for newspapers including Sunday editions. It specifies carrier delivery costs per week and per work, with pricing in cents for various terms and combinations such as one year one month and two months, for weekly and daily newspapers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darcy IneraTcu
Tee Darcy Disrator
Practical vs revolutionary coal mine relief plan debated
A Pittsburg editorial opposes Mr. Davis's coal tax proposal to fund injuries and fatalities. It argues expansion to all industries would raise production costs and prices, calls for strict employer and worker safety regulations, and urges withdrawal of the bill. It warns such measures should be national, not local, and stresses accountability for negligence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis
Country road reform advances in Harrisburg
The Road Commission bill, introduced Wednesday, received affirmative committee support in both Houses. The Dispatch praises the effort to improve rural roads, noting they save time and boost wealth for farmers and teamsters. The piece asks which county will lead in adopting the reform and numbering the highways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Road Commission
Contra Costa
Burdick Bill Sparks Harrisburg Oil Charge Debate
The Burdick bill to adjust storage and transport charges for oil prompts a vigorous legislative clash reminiscent of the Billingsley case. Republicans hold the majority, but critics say officials favor corporations. Debate centers on fair returns and just terms for invested capital, with calls for open public demonstration of fairness before passage.
Oil Producers' Protective Association Calls for Open Review
The Oil Producers' Protective Association backs a full public examination of transportation and storage charges, asserting current rates are extortionate and that proposed changes would yield fair, handsome returns on invested capital. It challenges Standard Company and pipelines to disprove them in a fair contest and warns against private influence at Harrisburg. The association says the public and members should find the situation clear and intelligible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Billingsley
House
Senate
Standard Oil
Burdick
Monopmily
Corporations Committee
Judiciary Committee
Oil Producers’ Protective Association
Bardick
Standard Company
The Old Dream of Airships and the Pennington Trial
A long reflection on aerial navigation tracing the Darius Green myth to the Pennington airship. It notes the model’s failure so far, the idea of a large capital venture, and doubts about safety and practicality versus potential rapid transit. It warns of risks if many airships share the sky and calls for a slower, safer design.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darius Green
Darius
Green
Pennington
Chicago
Pittsburg
Inquest Over Mam moth Mine Deaths Prolonged
The inquest into the Mam moth mine disaster continues amid conflicting testimony. It notes regional practices were loose and negligent, delaying verdicts. Widows and orphans suffer most while the company offers temporary relief, and further aid is urged as the community shows humanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brotherhood of Mankind
No Cause for Alarm Over Farmers' Alliance Rise
Washington correspondent T C Crawford portrays the Farmers' Alliance as a southern plot aimed at fracturing the Republican party. He cites Kansas canvassing tactics, anarchist agitation, and calls for free trade and fiat money, but argues a conservative farming majority will check any danger and prevent its supremacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Alliance
T. C. Crawford
Washington
Kansas
Alliance
Crawford
Chicago
Haymarket
Commune
Paris
Democratic Party
Safely conservative political view cites extremists as yeast
The article argues extremists may agitate but are only a minor yeast in the mass, not the loaf, and urges no alarm about farmers. Their ideas are crude but likely to act as a wholesome check or stimulant on the two older parties, which will dominate government for years.
Chinaman in San Francisco Insane Asylum for Pugilistic Theft
Cheng Hong learned English and read sporting papers then called himself John L Sullivan and threatened neighbors. He adopted Anglo slang and Chinese jargon, provoking public mockery. The piece notes San Francisco’s other “cranks” during baseball season and criticizes prejudice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheng Hong
San Francisco
John L. Sullivan
Cheng
Chong
Indications point to no strike in the coke region
The article notes strong signs there will be no strike as companies assess customer supplies and believe they can endure three months. It marks a warlike stance by operators and a determined labor response for demands or a prolonged strike. Caicaco seeks 5 million dollars from Congress for the World's Fair, with possible 15 million for buying out its 10 million stake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caicaco
Congress
Uncle Sam
Munich
Berlin
Crratal
Tower of London
Robert de Eglenfield
Legislative oath and statehood notes from Harrisburg
Representatives and Senators at Harrisburg swear to support the Constitution as the Seventeenth article endures for sixteen years. Antidiscrimination bill debates will test oath adherence. Also referenced are new engine house boosts for the Fire Department, European court views on Emperor William, and commentary on railroads, Oklahoma statehood, and pollution controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Washington
Fire Department
Prominent People Across Nations and Arenas
A collage notes Brut Nye moving near Asheville North Carolina in spring. William Lane returns to New York after his wedding tour and sails to Liverpool. Garland drives a thriving D.C. Supreme Court practice. George Gordon King to wed Annie Coates at Newport. MrrEeplin’s daughter reputedly copies her father’s manuscripts. A novelist writes mornings in a garden study cottage. J F Borrock returns to West Chester with natural specimen haul. Youghal’s Raleigh home now Sir John Hennessey’s, packed with relics and a tobacco pipe missing. Faulkner endures long night travels and day stump speeches, earning Senate praise. Wirpam’s cigars feared to worsen heart trouble. prefers carriages to walking. Joan Laurie Freep lectured in Concord on Lincoln. audience roars at debates of 1855. Historic War President remains a popular topic.
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Garland
Supreme Court
Washington
Newport
George Gordon King
New York
Annie Coates
James Coates
George MrrEeplin
J. F. Borrock
University of Pennsylvania
West Chester
Bermuda
Sir Walter Raleigh
Youghal
John Pope Hennessey
North Kilkenny
Benator Faulkner
West Virginia
Senate
Wirpam
Grant
Manning
Treasury Building
White House
Joan H. Laurie Freep
Concord
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
Douglas
Deaths of Day D S Margulis Marquis of Rochester
D S Margulis of Rochester pa died yesterday from a cancer of unknown cause. He leaves two married daughters. The funeral will be held tomorrow.
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Mi. A
Marquis
Rochester
Sanawae
Weather and whimsy tease spring's return in a column
A lively medley of seasonal musings on warm sun, lingering cold, and signs of spring. The piece mixes weather observations with wry jests about white owls, prophets, and candybright days, ending with quips about law, manners, and daily life.
Unclear Dispatches Mention Politicians and Names
Fragmentary notes reference Jay Gould and a “Little Goldie” child, with remarks about statesmen in Boston and a late entry on Willie Winele. Context unclear, no cohesive event or outcome established.
Iron Prices and Overproduction Hit U S Steel
Well known furnace men warn prices are at historic lows due to overproduction. Judge H G Bona of Tennessee Coal and Iron cites Pennsylvania and Ohio furnaces idle while Tennessee and Alabama firms profit. A fellow producer notes 1880 to 1883 iron output rose sharply as railroad boom cooled, leading to surplus and prices below cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
H.G. Bona
Tennessee Coal and Iron Company
Platt
Northwest
Washington
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Tennessee
Alabama
Bond
United States
Great Britain
Reward and Punishment Among Indians in Pressed Policy
A Washington Star commentary from the Pine Ridge notes critiques the practice of rewarding hostile Indians with trips to Washington and Chicago while faithful workers stay on the reservation. It questions the morale logic and suggests hosting leaders as hostages to curb uprisings, urging merit rewards be reserved for the good Indians rather than the bad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Pine Ridge
Attenon
Washington
Chicago
Feast at the Schlosser marks St. Vincent group’s 25th year
The St. Vincent Literary Association celebrated its twenty-fifth anniversary with a banquet at the Schlosser. The Catholic southside society has a clubhouse and library on Twelfth Street. The event honored the ladies, with 160 covers and a program including President V. J. Cartas, Rev. Father Duffner, and speakers A. P. Yoehum, Nic Cartus, Prof. F. W. Imolekos, and Joseph F. Eroy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Vincent Literary Association
Schlosser
Twelfth Street
V. J. Cartas
John
Amusement At The Rink For First Regiment Social
The Grand Central Rink hosted the second annual reception of the First Regiment U A M with patriotic decor and a First Regiment orchestra playing national hymns. A largely European attendance danced to music, with only ice cream and lemonade sold. proceeds will cover expenses and bolster the regiment’s treasury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Central Rink
Evergreen
Smilax
Brilliant Cotillion Draws East End Society
The Linden club cotillion last evening proved a brilliant social success led by prominent East End patronesses. Names listed include Mrs. Henry Gree, Mrs. George Singer Jr, Mrs. George W. Dilworth, Mrs. J. Ernest Schwarts, Mrs. Carter OC, Mrs. Edward M. Quimby, Mrs. George Abh, Mrs. William N. Frew, Mrs. Christian L McKee, Mrs. James M. Schoonmaker, Mrs. William Rows Proctor, and Mrs. Charles P. Orr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linden Club
East End
Henry + gree
George Singer, Jr
George W. Dilworth
J. Ernest Schwarts
Carter OC
Edward M. Quimby
George A.bh
Willian
N. Frew
Christian L McKee
Dinner boosts organ fund for First M. P. Church
Ladies of the First M. P. Church hosted a dinner in honor of the organ fund yesterday and will repeat today. The meal was described as delicious with flawless service and no tips requested. Enforced patronage hours are set from 11:30 to 2 o clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. P
Mary Watson Wins Design Medal and Becomes Instructor
Announcement from The Distates noted Miss Mary Watson won the gold medal of the School of Design at Allegheny College Meadville. She was unanimously elected an instructor in the art department, message telegraphed to her immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Watson
School of Design
Conservatory of Music and Art
Allegheny
Meadville
Miners urged to advance future work and bore new tunnels
In a Chicago News note, officials advise miners to push ahead with future projects as recent days see progress. The message stresses rapid advancement and dedication to extending underground work to support infrastructure efforts.
Driver clash at downtown store unfolds in prints and pride
A store head hires a driver who later blasts through a stream in a wagon. Mr Aitch confronts the stranger, who retorts and subdues him with swift blows. A clerk reveals the driver is a skilled Southside paddler famed in Pennsylvania sports circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alteh
Mr. Aitch
Mr. Altch
Hades
Mr. Aiteh
The Unwatered Truth Milk Debate
An Allegheny housewife complains the milk is poor. The farmer defends it as milk of the first water, sparking a brief exchange between customer and milkman over quality.
Big Hearted Yet Beaten Hero in Atlas Works Incident
The account tells of William H. Colemann who challenged a mother worker at Atlas Tron Works in a forceful rebuke. The confrontation escalated with Coleman receiving a severe beating before coworkers intervened. Afterward the assailant apologized, returned to work, and Coleman offered him a five dollar payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Coleman
Mr. Aitch
Mr. Coleman
Atlas Tron
Cautious Doctors Warn on Koch Lymph Across Tuberculosis
A Pittsburgh physician urges restraint on Dr Koch's lymph injection, noting experimental stage and potential harm. He cites New York hospital reports, including Bellevue, showing possible bacilli spread, serious febrile reactions, and calls for limited early use until further study. He acknowledges potential future value but advocates public caution now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Koch
Pitteburg
New York
Hellevue Hospital
Verchow
Koch
The Lawyer's Slate and Its Romantic Inscriptions
In a lawyer's office the slate or pad on the desk becomes a safety valve for imagined fictions. The memorandum tablet often holds what the lawyer desires or forgets, with notices like back in half an hour signaling a quiet, undisturbed sanctum for clients seeking peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diamond
Grant Street
No Terrapin There in New York Dining Tale
A St Louis girl visiting New York tries terrapin for the first time. She loudly remarks she likes the taste but dislikes eating bones and being compared to boiled kittens, shocking guests and prompting the caterer to question the dish after the meal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
New York
M—s
Ceo Didn't Carry her Own Snakes
A cryptic note recalls a female executive and a wardrobe of 104 trunks, comparing it to Cleopatra's famed baggage. The piece blends whimsy with outdated mythic framing, suggesting a travel anecdote stretched for effect.
Fair wedding in Sewickley unites Misa Fanny Campbell and James Chaplin
The Presbyterian Church hosted the marriage of Misa Campbell and James Chaplin, son of the late Lt. James Chaplin. The ceremony featured a formal procession, organ music, and a reception at the bride’s home. The couple leaves for the East on their wedding tour amid strong Sewickley good will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewickley
Misa Fanny Campbell
David Campbell
James Croasan Chaplin
Hubert Nevin, Jr
C. T. McComb
J. Howman Sweitzer
King
Edward Carpenter
Clara Campbell
Charlies Campbell
Frank Richardson
W. G. Campbell
Three Graces At A Reception In Elegant Social Scene
A reception at the Cole home yesterday afternoon drew a bevy of debutantes Eleanor Chalfant Annie Chalfant Stella Hays and the bride Mrs James Wood. Guests Frances Marshall Maud Byers Carrie Hays the Stewarts and Rosa Proctor complemented the gathering. The home overflowed with cut flowers and afternoon attire added to the festive mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor
Annie Chalfant
Stella Hays
James Wood
Cole
Frances Marshall
Maud Byers
Carrie Hays
Rhos
Mesdames
J. H. Stewart
William Rosa Proctor
Miasca Anna
Edith G
Mrs. Cole
Entertainment event by Y M C A features Miss Kitty Hamm
The Pennsylvania YMCA entertainment drew strong crowds with Miss Kitty Hamm performing Ioo Late for the Train and The Christmas Dinner Party. An orchestra led by W C Rea and others accompanied various numbers including vocal solos, recitations, and a banjo segment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Department
Association
Kitty Hamm
Ming
W.C. Rea
C. Phelps
A. I. McCalmon
H.C. Weevervelt
G. Bgbbios
Gun Rit
H.G. Af ‘Oho MecElvaney
H. C. Westervelt
F. W. Ritchey
Mary J. Kramer
le Parc Victorie
Leon J. Long
F. W. Eitoberi
Band of Wild Roses
Eee
A Kramer
Musical Treat at Dixmont Inmates Enjoy Evening Program
Dixmont inmates were entertained last evening by a varied program organized by Charles P. Stinson. The show featured the C. V. Lewis Quartet, Nick Shank on harmonica and guitar, Della and May Dunlap on piano and mandolin, Misa Blanche Mitchell on piano, Miss Phil and Leisers on songs, MacKensis vis on flute, and Kreppe and J. J. Isensee with other numbers. After the performance, performers and invited guests joined a luncheon in the dining hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dixmont
Charles P. Stinson
C. V. Lewis Quartet
Nick Shank
Della
May Dunlap
Misa Blanche Mitchell
Phil
Leisers
MacKensis Vis
Mr. Kreppe
J. J. Isensee
Mesers
Stinson
Duff
St. Clair
Pittsburg Amateur Photographers Society Lantern Slide Winners
The Pittsburg Amateur Photographers Society held its fifth annual lantern slide and transparency exhibition at the Thawman mansion rooms on Fifth street. Premiums were awarded to J. H. Hunter C. C. Craft H. W. Beymer F. M. Rites Miss Edith Darlington W. J. Hunter O. H. Darling & Crow FE. E. see saoeeeen W. Becker Mrs. W. S. exhibition continues and will reopen from 10 AM to 6 PM. A large audience attended yesterday.
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Pittsburg
Amateur Photographers’ Society
Thaw
Fifth Street
J. H. Hunter
C. C. Craft
H. W. Beymer
F. M. Rites
Edith Darlington
W. J. Hunter
O. H. Darlinge & Crow
FE. E. see _saoeeeen
W. Becker
Mra
Macbeth by Byron W. King’s class at the Bijou
Interest builds for this afternoon’s Macbeth to be presented by Byron W. King’s Shakespeare class at the Bijou. The cast features four young ladies portraying Lady Macbeth, with rehearsals described as serious work and the scenery and costumes noted as elegant and correct.
Thirteenth Ward School Arts Program and Community Events
A busy schedule of local entertainments and gatherings unfolds across Reinman Hall Avon Street East End and area. Highlights include a Thirteenth ward school program with calisthenics doll drills songs and recitations plus Union Veteran Legion Excalibur No 6 event in Avon Street and a Harvest Home Social at Collins Avenue Masonic Hall. The Old Plantation Jubilee Singers perform for mine disaster widows and orphans at Old City Hall. A Calvary Church Passion Play lecture at St Peters and a Linden Euchre Club meeting grace the week with parties receptions and fundraisers across Allegheny and East End venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thirteenth Ward
Reinman's Hall
Union Veteran Legion
Avon Street
Allegheny
Erasmus Wilson
Harvest Home
Liberty Express
New Masonic Hall
Collins Avenue
East End
Kuhn
Old Plantation
Old City Hall
Fourth Ward
Chapman Circle
G. A
George Hopees
Calvary Episcopal Church
St. Peter's Church
Second Presbyterian Church
Tor
Fulton
Linden Euchre Club
Frank Bell
Mra J. K. Casa
Allecheny
Guenther
Henry Krxg
Barton Street
A. . McCardiesa
Center Avenue
Calvary Church
Axp Mra
Curious Condensations From A Late 19th Century Column
A miscellany of brief items covers inventions, travels, court cases, and societal quirks. Notable notes include early rotary fire engines, tragic suicides, political tours, legal disputes over damages, and global happenings from Munich to Java. The column blends humor with sober report of events and opinions.
Quotations and Quips From Aboard The Lettered Press
A collage of playful snippets from various papers and eras, including remarks on Shakespeare and Caesar, reader feedback to The Washington Star, jokes about Prominent figures, and humorous exchanges from newspapers such as the Boston Courier the Brooklyn Eagle and the Chicago Tribune. The collection showcases wit about love literature music and current events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shakespeare
Johns Cesar
Marc Antony
Cesar
Les
Washington Star
Lister- Folster
Boston Courier
Seharwenka
Metropolitan
Amre
Nas
Posen
America
Brooklyn Eagle
Lres
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ehe
Mitshurz Postofice
Europe
Emperor William
Count von Walderses
William
Ingalls
Baltimore and Ohio
Richmond
Oklahoma Territory
Jay GouLp
Wall Street
Brut. Nye
Asheville
N.C
William J. Lane
Liverpool
Sirs
D. S. Margulis
Mam
Anstoxt
Cleopatra of Old
Anthony Comstock
Cleveland-Hill
Fido
Nodland
Fiddler
Nodi
Mamma
Papa
Prince of Wales
Cleopatra
Comstock Lode
Cleveland
Hill
Bernhardt
Delaware
Long Island
Switzerland
Bisue
WuHens
Jay Gould
Little Goldie
Boston
Willie Winele
TRON
Reward and Punishment
St. Vincent Society
Chicago News
Alrsip
Aait
Coleage ‘Tribune
Bernhards
Lady Stars
Cincinnati
Andrew Douglas
Sees Ont
Enoeris
Burlington
Leeds
N. Y
Secretary of War
Quartermaster’s Department
North Carolina
William Bradley
Barry
Lil
Venice
J. Allen Whyte
Germany
Browardel
Canadian Marine Association
Seaboard
Kingston
Montreal
Welland and
St. Lawrence
India
City of Mexico
W. B. Richardson
Central America
British Museum
Laks Atutlan
Guatemala
Honduras
Salvador
Nicaragua
Hongkong
Java
Joana
West
Middle Java
Southern Pacific
California
Santa Fe Company
United States Art
Montana
Missouri
Austria
Vienna
Society For the Prevention of
York Herald
Sharpson
Philots
Chicago Tribune
Roy
Mephistophales
Mayhem
Diandsy
Puck
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