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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1890
Page
4
Random local newspaper pricing for subscriptions and carriage appears with irregular typos. It lists rates for daily papers including Sunday, weekly deliveries, and various periods, indicating costs per year quarter and month, with carriers delivering to homes.
The Pittsburg council discussed Mr Carnegie's formal gift offer for a Carnegie Library with branches, an art gallery and museum of sciences. The plan would cost about $40,000 yearly to support and may place the main library between the Eleventh and Fourteenth wards. A mixed commission governance idea was also floated for library management.
The Department of Public Safety issue clarifies city workers rights in politics. It states employees may vote freely but must not be forced to support candidates or neglect duties. They may contribute to campaigns if they wish, without coercion, reflecting civil service reform principles.
Opinion argues for extending the Allegheny Carnegie Library loan exhibition beyond two days. The author says additional one week would broaden public access, benefiting education and artistic culture in both cities. Art owners’ consent is sought by highlighting the public good of a longer show.
The tax collector in Allen County Ohio uncovers that Senator Brice claimed five years of tax exemption on substantial personal property by claiming nonresidence in Lima and shift to New York. His senatorial election rested on Lima residency, prompting questions if back taxes plus penalties totaling about 732000 should be paid. Analysts doubt collection, arguing millionaires rarely surrender political power to settle evaded taxes.
The author praises American theatergoers for appreciating wit and dialogue and notes a shift from French imports to native dramas. He observes the decline of melodrama and the rise of plays aligned with American tastes, signaling a promising future for the national stage with fewer sacrodrams and tank-backed productions.
The article argues French drama thrives on risky situations while American plays now favor character studies and social issues. It highlights Bronson Howard's The Henrietta and Gillette's Held by the Enemy as strong examples of this new American drama in Pittsburgh theaters.
The piece argues that river shipments avoid railroad weighing and inspection, shielding shippers from underbilling. It notes that railroads could weigh their own freight but the joint bureau was created to curb favoritism, while river carriers may also weigh freights when desired, preventing hidden advantages.
The piece criticizes Mr. McBride of the Miners' Progressive Union for proposing a united push by miners and operators to secure a new inter State wage scale. It questions whether strikes should punish concessions and warns against weakening allies among operators while strengthening adversaries.
President Harrison nominates Charles Emory Smith of the Philadelphia Press as Minister to Russia to fill the post left open by Thorndyke Rice. Smith is praised for qualifications and suitability, with assurances that his appointment reflects well on the administration and should meet broad Republican approval.
Mexico has repealed its prohibitory regulations on United States pork improving ties with the United States. The change allows trust millionaires to travel to Mexico freely, expanding their mobility and access to destinations they choose.
The article notes Senator Farwell cooling his stance and offering to become bondsman for Clark, a figure he once opposed as against the will of the people. This shift, in light of his prior remarks, fuels belief that Farwell has Leon fixed in the situation.
General Bou langer will take warning from the fate of the young Orleans prince and will avoid trouble when he gets ready to move.
A St Louis Post Dispatch critique links Andrew Carnegie’s $1,000,000 library gift to a recent strike by his employer. The letter questions the strike dates goals and outcomes while contrasting with the New York Sun’s battle against the word pants in ready made clothing ads.
The Democratic Ohio Legislature weighs a bill to require that beef for public institutions come only from animals born and raised in Ohio. The writer questions extending the policy to pork flour or whisky and imagines a broader rule barring spending outside Ohio.
The note suggests the Duke of Orleans may visit in place of his father and mentions not imprisoning him for proposing to one of fourty thousand deserters. The fragment hints at political tension and a stance toward royal figures amid a scattered cast of names and places.
The account presents a theory that AXD signals a trap to catch Foraker, with John KR McLean and T. C. Campbell named as originators. It notes the theory could be plausible but does not aid Foraker nor harm McLean and Campbell’s reputations.
The main result of improving the Allegheny River dam appears in conflicts over the real estate required for the project.
Mantre revises his statement about inaugurating the eight hour movement in Pittsburg mills to ease discomfort. He suggests it may be taken up and decided by the Amalgamated Association in one or two years, akin to a six month postponement.
A terse remark notes South Dakota avoiding a broader lottery expansion confrontation with North Dakota, implying a strategic withdrawal from a plan or push that could have drawn federal or regional attention.
The piece notes Mr. Wickham of Ohio introduces a bill aimed at stopping gerrymandering though concerns arise it may threaten his own district. It compares campaign finance to political manifestos and warns imports may boost domestic glass as a boom looms. Public transit hope remains strained amid slow progress.
A colonial era style dispute features Canada and the United States trading terms on reciprocity and annexation. The mock dialogue suggests mutual conditional requests for any such deals, framing a cautious exchange rather than firm policy.
The item surveys notable figures and events. It mentions the Samuel J. Rand fund nearing 59000 dollars for his benefit, Spurgeon’s thirty-fifth sermons with 2100 printed, Charles W. Back recovering from pneumonia and moving to Louisville to practice law, European laughter at M. Trivier’s lost manuscripts, a new critic in literature, a Lincolnshire dialect tale sparked by Tennyson, an olive colored Greek professor mistaken for a maniac at Hawarper, John Jacob Astor’s daily Wall Street rounds lasting a month and his vast fortune anchoring him to the city, all illustrating the era’s prominent personalities and happenings.
In Union County Pa between New Columbia and White Deer Mills farmers report fierce dogs forming a brotherhood. Dogs branded as White Caps attack rival hounds, abducting and killing canines, with incidents near E Oldt’s farm and C H Ranch near New Columbia. Farmers cry for action.
A German scientist reports a potential cure for hydrophobia. he believes he has found a remedy. The notice notes cautious optimism and invites further study to confirm efficacy.
A New York physician, once a good husband, stays out late with friends and fabricates a tale about a cop's death to cover for his wife. The ruse collapses when the real officers appear, exposing the lie and changing the couple's life at home. Also included is a humorous anecdote about two elderly women admiring a young woman's ornate hair.
About 400 people attended a Chinese Sunday school banquet at the Eighth Street Presbyterian Church. The event featured a banquet, native music by a state-wide band, and strong local church backing dating to 1876 under Rev. Dr. Milligan. Organizers listed include Mrs J A McKee, Mrs Boyd, Mrs McNuaugher, Mrs McAllister, Mrs Gibson, Mrs Miller, Mrs McAtees and assistants Wilhelmina Fleisner and others.
The Sewickley Valley Dramatic Club offers a complimentary Esmeralda at the Pittsburg Club Theater tonight for Tuesday Night Club members. Miss Nerrime Prater of Allegheny departs for Europe with friends after a New York stop. An extra cotillion followed a leftover funds event at Pittsburg Club House. The Mendelssohn Club opens its first concert this evening at Orpheus Hall East End.
The Philadelphia and Erie Railroad Company held its annual stockholders meeting in Philadelphia. The 1889 net earnings were 4,891,117, up from the previous year, with passenger carryings at 1,204,024 and tonnage of 9,329,019 tons. Expenses included 421,061.63 for the Johnstown flood and 7,750.42 reduced for diverted traffic.
Democratic papers label Speaker Reedi a male a remark that stirs controversy as circulating writings mock him and his heels are noted in comments from the press and party organs.
Funeral services were held for Mrs Annie Kerr widow of Rev David Kerr of Allegheny at 1 o’clock yesterday at nephew W H Kerr’s residence 4 Union avenue with Dr W J Robinson and several local ministers officiating. a choir from the Presbyterian Church performed. Earlier Mrs F H Eaton died at her North Highland Avenue home of heart disease aged about 65, a member of St Andrew’s Episcopal Church. her funeral arrangements followed.
Telegram reports Flora B Hays wife of a well known river captain died after an illness. The notice notes her age around 37 and mentions a Lebanon event on Wednesday. The fragmented text references Bnappeck Pennsylvania and local names See eee tuamata Veta and Harding.
Baltimore February 10. Revered Catholic priest Hugh Francis Grifin aged long noted for service to parishes and community. Funeral details expected in coming days as tribute gathers from friends and parishioners.
Bronson Howards The Henrietts at Grand Opera House draws large audience with strong company. Robson Mertie and Woodward shine. Mordaunt as Vanalstyne differs from Crane’s take. Overall lively, well staged with sharp humor and notable supporting turns.
A full Bijou house applauded Held by the Enemy, a war realism driven drama with Miss Maude Haslam as Rachel McCreery and Mr William Harcourt as Coleonel Precott. The cast included Minnie Dupree Kate Denin Wil ooked and C W Stokes as Major General with Joseph Humphreys as the servant. The production impressed despite an 1800 style drawing room detail.
The Weber Opera Company opened a return engagement at Harris Theater after a Detroit-bound train delay of five hours. Crowd overflow filled the house with standing room. Veteran members Susie Kirwin Tre Derick Kohule and Conley remained. Alice Verona, married and absent from the stage, did not perform. The program featured Two Vagabonds and Erminie, with Today Nanon and The Two Wanderers also on the bill through Thursday.Bohemian Girl Friday and Nanon Saturday matinee conclude the engagement.
The program features a three scene vaudeville act Way Down South with Frank Howard's specialties. James McAvoy Edith Sinclair Ed Macaires and McIntyre and Heather perform in sequence. The plantation sketch closes the show with a noted baritone performer Mora.
There will be one more opportunity this evening for Pittsburgers to hear Dr Eccleston lecture on the English cathedrals. The views of Peelsnd's architectural treasures illustrate the talk and are remarkably fine. A large audience including many distinguished divines attended the previous lecture and a still larger crowd is expected tonight.
The President forwarded numerous nominations to the Senate including Samuel Merrill to Calcutta and J Fenner Lee to Rio de Janeiro. Others seek posts in Madrid, Montevideo, San Salvador, Victoria and more with appointments as consuls and a chief justice for the U S district court. The list also notes supervisor and marshal designations and mentions party friction and public notices.
John W. Beatty lauds the Carnegie Gallery exhibition as uniquely local in origin and of rare excellence. He compares it with major European and American collections, noting the strong, masterful works that elevate regional taste and place Pittsburgh’s collection among notable national shows.
A critic urges a few hours among a collection to compare Corot Moreau and De Hass works, noting the superiority of many pieces, the crudeness of some, and the educational value for the community. he highlights No. 75 Moreau and No. 30 De Hass as contrasts in color and handling.
The piece critiques Bierstadt and praises Chase and Whipper-in No 62 and Vanderbilt works, arguing that true painting rests on essential character and quality rather than mere replication. It discusses how judgment varies with the observer and how color harmony and refined selection define artistic merit.
The author argues that nature is not art and that true painting captures essential qualities rather than copying parts. A painter who grasps these standards achieves lasting imperishability, while copying details yields only limited success. The piece previews analysis of features used by modern masters in a loan exhibition in Allegheny.
The Eastport Town Clerk, a local public servant and druggist, announces a two month promotion giving a free marriage license and a pint of cologne to every genuine applicant for a marriage certificate. He notes this year’s applications have been unusually few.
A brief item from Avousta Georgia dated February 10 notes modest local commotion surrounding Sharon. The fragment suggests a minor public stir but lacks details on people or outcomes.
Lieutenant Colonel Lawton warns dissension could send Apaches back to their homelands if moved to Fort Sill. Critics from New Mexico and Arizona allege past Apache outrages and urge resettlement east of the Mississippi with compensated land. Delegate Smith calls it sick sentimentalism and predicts harm to Arizona industry.
New Years notes debate who is the richest man in America but the piece argues John D Rockefeller surpasses others as head of Standard Oil. It details his vast holdings including real estate stocks and railroads and estimates his annual income at about four million dollars with living expenses around sixty thousand while supporting charities and institutions.
The Dispatch holds undisputed lead in Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio, thanks to extensive news gathering via leased wires and local correspondents. It offers full market reports, independent coverage, and a circulation over 50 000, with daily and Sunday editions expanding capacity with new presses including an additional Hoe & Co. double perfecting press.
Beaver February 10. With Hon I F Mansfield out of the State Senatorial race the contest narrows to John Fravo of this place and Samuel P White of Newton. White is seen as the likely nominee backed by Senator Quay, while New Brighton Republicans hostile to White plan to draft Frank Reader of the Daily News to oppose him.
In a Senate session, a bill authorizing 800000 for a New Orleans site for a public building was passed. Additional proposed appropriations include sums for Koox City Indiana Cedar Rapids Iowa and various other cities and sites nationwide with listed amounts.
The Sioux Commission expresses its view that the most useful instruction should be taught in schools on reservations. Indians favor on reservation schools and see no need to send children far from home for basic English education.
From the Minneapolis Tribune a Kansas judge rules corn is fuel, contrasting with a Kentucky judge who would call it whisky. The piece humorously contrasts prohibition versus free whisky as a practical difference.
A man who aims to be a king ends up in a police station, echoing the young Duke of Orleans in Paris. The piece notes that nineteenth century royalty has fallen on hard times and reflects on fragile prestige.
A Chicago Tribune note says deadlocks arise when sides push brute force and awkward methods instead of seeking compromise and key concessions to resolve disputes.
A Michigan mathematician estimates 17 500 000 Americans suffered the grip. A Waterbury clock keeps perfect time since 1738. Tramps in Decatur Neb dine, pay ten cents. Sleepwalking woman in Peterboro Ont appears as a ghost. Saratoga soldier honored without proper enlistment. Kennebec region nears a warming influx of visitors. Winthrop deeds to Masconomet lands reach Essex Institute. England-sent letter found from 1886 ship Oregon wreck. Clifton Mo divorce decree grants relief for deserted spouse. Oliver Outcalt misfiled in ballot-box inquiry yields curious vacation in government. Fort Ancient discoveries by W K Moorehead promise illustrated volume. Bay of Fundy tides and St John harbor tides described. Beekeeping yield from a hollow tree near Galesburg Ill reveals 1100 pounds of honey. German-born Washington couple born four miles apart share same birthdates. Palestine Briges finds a battered metal box with 1778 letters and a gold locket. Amherst College gives athletes oversight by advisory board. Camden N J haunted house tale ends with ghost beard oddity.
A collage of quips and witticisms on weather, marriage, and daily life. Snippets from various papers blend playful lines, humorous exchanges, and light anecdotes, including weather musings and stray jokes from multiple locales.
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