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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1889
Page
4
The Daily Dispatch states postage in the United States and rates for year, quarter, month and Sunday editions. It notes delivery by carriers at 30 cents per week or 60 cents per week including the Sunday edition.
The trial disclosed a Pittsburgh grocer received an invoice for cream of tar tar containing 70 percent gypsum and 19 19 of other adulterants. The author urges public action by grocers and consumers to expose adulteration and support penalties.
The Legislature faces an extraordinary bill granting monopolistic powers to heat and debt firms, with provisions aiming to keep dividends under eight percent and block competition. Critics warn such exclusive privileges would cost taxpayers dearly and shift wealth to corporations.
The Union Pacific funding bill is killed for this session amid fierce criticism of its passage tactics. The measure, worth about 70 million dollars, was pushed under suspension of the rules, denying full debate and amendment. Proponents Payson and Anderson, noted for integrity, led the opposition to railroad abuses and will likely reappear in Congress to fight debt extension.
The piece cites Alanson W Beard of Boston arguing cities should own monopolies like gas water and electric light. It notes opposition from private interests and mocks the notion as applied only to minor utilities while water is already urbanized.
The piece argues that gas and street railways show natural monopoly risks but can be opened to competition by distributing utilities via outside manufacturers and lines. It questions relying on city politicians who serve monopolies and considers state socialist ideas, urging examination of true versus created monopolies.
Debated conference report criticized for enabling stock watering and corporate giveaways. Speakers condemned the bill as loosening controls to aid big financiers and foreign interests, while lobbies pushed it through amid strong political maneuvers.
The article argues that a former President can rejoin work after office, praising Cleveland for entering New York law practice. It emphasizes American values of citizens returning to private, productive life and hopes he pursues straightforward, useful legal work rather than excusing crime or evasion.
The Baltimore American notes two large coal syndicates will increase fuel output, but questions whether they will exceed the performance of the mining companies that form them.
The New York Sun doubts if Mr. Windom will consent to a Treasury post. Windom, a capable early Secretary, did not develop a habit of moving to high offices, leaving the question of his consent unsettled and the proposal disputed.
The Treasury surplus rose by nearly seven million in the prior month. The House shows little appetite to cut revenues and reduce the overplus, instead possibly seeking to offset it by increasing appropriations. The St. Louis Republic discusses the Clayton assassination in Arkansas.
A newspaper column weighs political tempers after a murder case, notes Arkansas may depoliticize the inquiry, and comments on the Samoa coal purchase. It jokes about an Abrahamic cabinet and a proposed Department of Agriculture, while remarking on Harrisburg’s Allegheny charter puzzle and potential Supreme Court twists.
The piece notes Mr. Thomas C. Pyatt weighing a possible appointment with General Harrison's express company and a fallback to lead the United States Express Company. It mentions Haytias Matanfa in Samoa resisting, and reports a proposed large union freight yard near Chartiers that could aid railroads and possibly enable a union passenger depot benefiting the public.
Miss Ellex Terry takes possession of her new London house built to her plans. Mrs Wanamaker, wife of a future Cabinet officer, once Miss Brown, backs charitable works over social life. A French report praises Kanaif textile from Caspian shores, claiming superior strength and lightness. Colorow’s death prompts harsh recollections from Texas Berpers. Dr Haygood notes northern views on education for Blacks versus southern funding. Joseph Parker dies after shaping a preacher’s sphere with City Temple talks. Lincoln’s Mount Carmel maiden speech recalls a 0 year old moment before his legal career.
Miss Edith Phelps, daughter of James Phelps, of Rooney New York, dislocated neck when ice jammed window sill and pulled her head back. Surgeon reduced the dislocation and applied a stiff collar. Doctors believe months of recovery will end with no neck deformity and little pain.
The article mocks the idea of German spies in the United States saying Americans would feel flattered if such spies were seeking military or naval secrets, arguing there are none worth discovering and that spies would be surprised by the lack of secrets here.
A fragment from the Detroit Preceress notes a curious time puzzle about 8 o clock. It describes moments when the hour hand and minute hand produce odd readings as time shifts. The text hints at a broader discovery intended to evoke pause and melancholy.
A local columnist ridicules the Pleasant Valley streetcar line citing overcrowded cars, outdated equipment, and a profit focus over public service. He interviews riders, notes long queues, and urges modernizing the fleet and scheduling to avoid further decline.
The Bellevue M P Church ladies host a loan exhibition running through Saturday. Handpicked items include the original brass seal of the borough of Pittsburg with a ship and deer, dated 174. Local residents Joseph Birmingham and Nettie McFadden-Hunter appear in the program alongside Mrs. F W Kolfer and Blanche Jones. A nations reception is planned for tomorrow night and an ancient costumes night on Saturday.
Ex Street Commissioner and notable Southside resident Charles Ott entertained a large group of friends at his Sarah Street residence last night to celebrate his forty first birthday with a convivial reception and socializing.
R. M. Gullick the Bijou Theater manager married Frances Oldshue yesterday. The couple begins a three weeks Eastward tour after the ceremony.
Renax, New Jersey reports William Bigger caught a double tailed rabbit on the William B Parker farm near Redbank. Bigger plans to mount the left hind foot and send it to President-elect Harrison as a symbol of doubled prosperity for wages and farmers’ prices during his administration.
The Register of Pennsylvania cites a Beaver communication dated February 12 15390 noting on February 6 at 7 pm the thermometer reached 16 degrees below zero and the previous night was similarly cold, likely the coldest in Pennsylvania history.
The New York Sun notes fashion dictates reach ballroom behavior as young society figures adopt English phrases and manners after dances, including the traditional farewell line Be pleased, y know, signaling current style in flirtation and etiquette.
Dr Emanuel Braden aged 45 a leading county physician died in Chambenshung after four weeks illness from gastric nepatic catarrh He was born in Belanne Cambria county served as a captain in the war and had a long medical career in India He was a prominent member of the Internal Medical Association and of the American Medical Association His remains will be interred here.
Richard Peters a leading Atlanta citizen and financier died in the morning at age 7. He hailed from a well known family with ties to Philadelphia and Cincinnati and was connected to railroad circles.
Mrs Dianna Ekin wife of Brigadier General James A Ekin United States Army died in Louisville this morning She was a native of Elizabeth Pennsylvania daughter of Samuel Walker A well known citizen John Gish Carlisle reports John Gish ex Postmaster of Shippensburg died this morning He was a years
Night session in Washington discusses dividing Sioux reserve lands in Dakota, loosening title to remainder, increasing allotment per acre, and placing patents under proper custody. Breckinridge and Payson discuss exemptions for veterans and settlers, with pending amendments to be voted on tomorrow.
Paris from Glasgow Mail reports Renonion island wild orange plant yielding green to purple fruit. Government cultivates 24,000 acres for musaenda to produce up to 3,000,000 kilograms yearly, threatening chicory demand and promising a cheaper beverage equal to coffee in taste and aroma.
A quiet Baltimore resident, claiming to be Major David E Porter son of Admiral Porter, says he agreed three weeks ago with Haitian Minister G C Preston to lead forces loyal to Lacgitime for £100 monthly and $15 000 life insurance. He says the deal stalled after disclosures and vows to return to lead Legitime troops.
Jerome F. Manning sues Secretary of the Treasury Fairchild for 50000 in Boston alleging an order prior drafts in Alabama Claims favored claimants over the attorney. Suit returnable March 4 in Cambridge. Charles Cowley represents Manning.
The Parlor Match brings fresh broad comedy from Messrs. Harry and Evans to the Opera House with lively improvisation and strong audience cheer. Cora Tanner stars in Fas cination next week, appearing as a hoydenish English girl who feigns male attire to observe her lover.
The writer critiques Latin terms aphorism and apothegm noting their near meaning, then discusses mispronunciations by Mr Sherman in the Senate. The piece likens debate style to accuracy in language and judgment, referencing a Greek Latin scholar and a New York clergyman, dated Allegheny February.
The writer cites Acts from 1789 and 1873. Washington’s original salary was 25000 dollars per year, raised to 50000 dollars by the 1873 act, the current rate mentioned.
The query asks if the term Messrs should precede a company name like Messrs Ottawa Company, F. M. B., Pittsburg, February 6. The editor should advise using Messrs for plural male names before company names and prefer standard spellings. avoid odd spellings like PITTsnURG and ensure correct month name February.
A telegram from Washington reports striking real estate deals. Ex Senator Joshua Hill of Georgia sells land on Connecticut avenue near Dupont Circle to Alexander Graham Bell and Charles J. Bell for four dollars per square foot. Bell plans a residence while renting his former home to Vice President Morton. Frances Hodgson Burnett buys a 50 by 150 foot lot on Massachusetts avenue nearEight Circle for twenty seven dollars per square foot.
The schooner Allie B. Chester from New York foundered after a gale near Diamond Reef. Captain Thomas Ingersoll and First Mate Wells perished. survivors John Christmas F Anderson and J Roach were rescued by the James F. Kelsey, which arrived from Wilmington with news of the wreck. The tragedy coincides with Captain Ingersoll’s wife dying in New Jersey at nearly the same moment.
Philadelphia Record reports Judge Biddle charging juries on street car assaults. He states riders must pay six cents or exit, and conductors may use necessary force. J M Van Kleech ejects John H Miles after Miles cannot pay fare with a $100 bill. Miles appeals for help, but the offer is refused.
A House resolution asks the Secretary of the Treasury for orders given to the U S revenue cutter Richard Hush regarding seal fisheries protection in Bedrings Sea during 1883 and whether these differed from those for 1887 with reasons for any changes. The measure was adopted. Also a note on Boston producing 25,000,000 pies yearly amid lingering New England culture.
A fragment from Eugene Plaid in the Chicago News presents lullaby verses about sleep dreams and heavenly reconciliation. The text blends parental urging with gentle images of angels and Mary as a child rests and dreams.
In Jamaica New York a dispute erupts as Fredell family members and two blond Fredell girls clash with Jamaica school officials. Principal Henry Van Allen allegedly mistook two dark skinned Fredell boys for picannies and sent them to the colored school. Mr Fredell demands a public apology.
A man claiming to represent York Safe and Lock examined C. G. Rochat’s York safe and later returned at 2 AM. He cut through an adjoining wall, cracked the safe, and stole eight gold watches, leaving with a promise to return. Police investigate.
Frits Ruehl, 16, a self confessed killer and fugitive, admits murdering a 6 year old in Landsberg Germany last November. He traveled from Berlin to Hamburg and Antwerp, arriving in America December 16, working briefly in a bakery then a restaurant. Remanded for further examination. police report to German Consul.
Fannie Moore age 15 daughter of Daniel Moore assistant appraiser, was attacked by a tramp claiming to be Jack the Ripper while returning from school with friends. She fainted, lingered with brain fever, and died after convulsions. Detectives hunt the assailant who fled after police carried her home.
An Orange New Jersey undertaker Fritz Trepkan is boycotted for not joining the Undertakers Union. Liverymen refuse to hire his team, but an Irish stable keeper also boycotted joins forces with Trepkan to oppose the union. They seal a mutual aid pact to defend their businesses.
This morning James V. Demarest of Brooklyn pocketed 1200 dollars from selling milk at 0 cents a quart and headed to the bank. He stopped twice for drinks and bought his daughter a doll. by the time he reached the bank the money was gone and police pursue the thief.
In Washington on February 1, Senator Daniel denounced the modern civil service machine as un-American and un-Democratic while advocating a return to easier access to government offices. He urged the new administration to open doors to all qualified citizens and support merit-based exams when needed.
International Congress planning, Emigration push from Argentina, and notes on European politics. A Russian observer questions India’s British rule while Bismarck’s Reichshund is noted. Eiffel Tower lifts plan to move 750 visitors hourly, and a UK dance debate features Burrish women opposing the waltz. Minor hero Minnie Morrell saves three children from fire.
A mosaic of brief items reports Bunlay becoming a 19 year old king in Anham, New York elevated rail travel reaching 68 000 passengers, a La Grande Oregon fatality from over exertion, a Vermont court case over corn theft, an Indiana paper typo about a Burglar Meeting, a Lake Como orange weighing five and trees bearing similar fruit, a Danbury nursery roof of photographic negatives, and notes on tobacco consumption across Europe.
A collage of brief stage bits and anecdotes includes jokes about a masked ball, a barbers confession, a freeze out in the cold, a moral on complaint, marriage musings, and a convict’s moment of softened resolve as a distant bell tolls signaling change.
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