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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1889
Page
4
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The piece argues that Balfour is the fit Tory exponent in Ireland yet reliance on coercion will fail. It warns English voters may abandon exceptional coercion laws that curb free speech and bar elected MPs from Westminster. It notes Liberal Unionists grow restless and predicts dawn after this darkest hour.
The crash of the Ohio and Western Coal Company unfolds as a wreck from a policy of inflated capitalization in the Hocking coal business. It criticizes the attempt to imitate Standard Oil and calls for dissolution of watered concerns and a reorganization on honest values to restore health and prosperity.
The mayor urges strict businesslike review of city finances to ensure value for taxpayers and curb extravagance. He notes Pittsburg's anticipated rapid growth and large future expenditures, calling on Councils and department heads to examine every item without political bias and to act promptly on any charges of inefficiency.
An essayist ponders cross breeding among fighters but notes little on physical prowess. He instead asks why boxers everywhere display such eloquent speech. The piece questions whether Blood type Irish, British, and American influences affect verbal flair in the sport.
The author questions the idea that fighters’ prowess comes from three nationalities and argues the tongue outranks fists. He asks which national strain shapes boxing orators, Irish blarney British boastfulness or American swagger, and ponders what mix could produce a future eloquent congressman who can move the House to adjournment in ten minutes.
The writer critiques the Builders Exchange and coroner’s jury for denying outside judgment on the Willey building collapse. They argue wind and material flaws, not Providence, caused the tragedy, noting similar nearby structures escaped damage and accusing experts of misplacing blame. The piece asserts Providence was not foolish to destroy one building while sparing another nearby.
The House debate on the Elliott Smalls contest shows partisan inefficiency and inanity. Lawmakers have postponed deciding who was elected in 1886 for nearly three years, while delaying pressing work to argue the bloody shirt issue with weeks left in the term.
An editorial argues against production restrictions in the pig iron industry. It notes that market forces keep furnaces operating where profitable and idle others until prices allow restart, defeating pooling or trusts. It contends that arbitrary production limits would harm efficient furnaces and prevent better practices from reaching the public.
The article discusses disagreements over the justice and outcomes of the valued policy insurance bill roiling the Legislature. Proponents press for reform while opponents question implications for premiums and payouts amid ongoing legislative maneuvering.
The piece argues that legislation should prevent false pretenses and verify reported assets but should not bar legitimate forms of insurance like factory mutuals. It warns that 1887 law pushing such mutuals out creates a monopoly and favors conventional insurers, harming public interest.
A New York financial column denounces Western money masters as common gamblers with little commercial integrity. Chicago’s victory appears to justify the charge, while some note an eastern guano company failure might stem from Democratic administration control of state affairs.
The season’s standout at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York was Il Trovatore, outshining Wagner pieces and delivering a jolt to Wagner enthusiasts. The Philistine Herald, meanwhile, celebrates New York's enduring appetite for operatic vigor with a spirited reception.
A collage of opinions targets Balfour Tory governance and public officials. It rails at McAlisterville school epidemic reporting, the Tobacco Trust breakdown, Gerron Civil Service issues, and New York’s cabinet omission. A cold wave and possible gas shortages loom, with bleak district forecasts.
Salisbury has purchased an estate at Villefranche on the Riviera and will build a splendid mansion there. Casarus M. Clay presented his Lincoln era revolver to Colonel J. W. Caperton of Richmond, Kentucky, for defense of Washington in 1861. De ComNELios Locan, cousin of John A. Logan, may re-enter diplomacy, possibly a Spanish mission. Valerie Archduchess of Austria and Franz Salvator are to wed with large fortunes and ongoing allowances. Pat Loyall, dead at Vallejo, California, earlier served as Secretary to Admiral Farragut at Mare Island Navy Yard in 1854 and belonged to the Gulf Squadron in the Mexican War. General Boulanger is discussed as a rising figure with a likely brief peak and rapid fall.
Special Telegram to The Dispatch reports two masked men, claiming deputized status, forced entry at the Cunningham home on Garden Street in Flushing. They beat Thomas Cunningham and his father after dragging Thomas outside. Masks torn, suspects named as Thomas Bulger and James Doyle. officers arrived as attackers fled. no arrests yet.
A New York Sun piece notes Russians in the city drink whisky heavily while sipping lemonade, challenging Americans with their tolerance. The essay contrasts Russian bar habits with local appetites and hints at lively yet casual social scenes surrounding the drink.
A Presbyterian clergyman reports on hymn choices at a Point Breeze service featuring Lead Kindly Light by Cardinal Newman and a Whittier text. He criticizes mismatches of tunes and words, cites a maniera misfit Come all ye faithful, and notes broader concerns about church music quality.
The Constitutional Amendment Association of Crawford county organized at Crawford County Court House with a large, enthusiastic turnout. Thirteen delegates were chosen to attend the State Convention on the 18th. A resolution urged Crawford pastors to preach prohibition sermons on February 24. During the meeting, Robertam of the Church Temperance Society of New York spoke at Christ P. E. Church advocating high license and opposing prohibition.
A mysterious deadly disease epidemically affects children in the city, starting with croup like symptoms and progressing to membranous diphtheritic croup. Forty seven deaths have occurred, with doctors unable to cope. Dr J H Ford of the Heart of Health notes yellow fever in its most virulent form lacks this fatal phase.
News brief notes the death of Colonel Henry J Hunt a retired governor of the Soldiers Home in Washington died at 10 30 this morning from a complication of diseases He was born in Detroit September 4 1810 and served through the Mexican War rising to Major General of Vols for Gettysburg He guided artillery at Pickett division and later became Governor of the Soldiers Home Cardinal Pira and Rear Admiral Chandler deaths are also reported along with a Harrisburg business manager Edward Crall death.
Core Tanner stars as Lady Madge Blashton and as Charles Merton in Robert Buchanan's Fascination at the Grand Opera House. The production showcases disciplined acting from lead to supporting roles, with standout turns by Edward Bell Count La Grange and Augustus Cook. The play's direct plot tracks a lover's alleged infidelity, a disguise, and a mistaken engagement, set amid lavish scenes and strong make-up. Overall Fascination proves entertaining, not moralistic, and worth seeing repeatedly.
At the Bijou Theater last evening the melodrama The Still Alarm drew a large crowd. The production impressed with its consistent staging and a thrilling fire scene, with Harry Lacy standing out as the hero and Joseph Arthur praised for his consistent performance, promising continued local interest in the play.
James B Mackie heads the Harris Theater cast as the Gilly Spooner style role in Hoyts A Bunch of Keys with Charles Burke as Snaggs. Louise Sanford Ada Bothner and Nellie L Bowers star as the three jolly girls. Bertie Conway adds a neat soubrette turn while Charles Branley provides a fine tenor in quartets. Manager Grover announces ticket sales improvements as audiences are set for daily performances this week.
The Academy presents Hyde's Big Specialty Company with Frome, Imrown, and Miss Helene Mora in a lively bill. The American Four provide comic farce, offering continuous laughs and a novel program.
The Casino Museum offers new curiosities while Harry Williams promotes Hyde's Specialty Company. Next week the Bison hosts opera with Rudolph Aron's Erminie Company touted for strong scenery and wardrobe, featuring listed performers and a premier package.
Washington February 1 The Senate reports a substitute for the bill passed by the House to curb the green goods game by forbidding use of the mails for defrauding with counterfeit money or securities. It makes false names or addresses illegal and prescribes penalties including fines or imprisonment. Postmasters must identify recipients and may send unreadable or suspected letters to the Dead Letter Office. such letters are unmailable.
In Chardon Ohio February 11 doctors face a baffling case as the wife of contractor John Gle in of Mulberry Corners appears to die then revive during the night and talk with her husband and son before again slipping away. Physicians monitor the surprising condition amid local speculation.
A historical piece notes a 1885 proposal for a Scotch-Irish congress to revive their history and influence on American civilization. It argues Scots Irish pioneers shaped education, reform, and independence, and urges Western Pennsylvania representation, urging coordinated effort to compose a full, accurate history from regional sources.
Washington February 11 The Joint Congressional Committee investigating the aqueduct tunnel received the report of Engineers Wilson and Greff of Philadelphia who examined the work and fully corroborate witness testimony. They recommend refining the tunnel lining and estimate the work will cost about 750000 dollars.
The untutored American citizen who can boast next fall that he has this year beheld the Carnival in Montreal the Washington celebration in New York and the Exposition in Paris ought then be able to give his friends attractive sketches in variegated colors.
Washington February 11 Speaker Carlisle today appointed Representatives Ermen Trout of Pennsylvania and Baker of New York to adjourn for the House in county Wednesday.
Jacob H. Van Zandt, bookkeeper at American Express, sues Police Captain Grant for 10000 dollars alleging alienation of his wife Mrs. Van Zandt. Married nine years, she drifted after Grant taught her poker, left home and baby to live with him. Investigation by Police Commissioners planned.
The Rev. Robert J. Johnson was sentenced to two years in the penitentiary after a recent arrest for obtaining money by false pretenses. He confessed he squandered thousands collected from wealthy church members on Murray Hill, allegedly for erecting a church in Essex, New York.
A baby princess was christened yesterday morning at University Place Presbyterian Church. Her mother is Mrs. Graham, niece of the late Queen Emma of Hawaii. Mr. Graham is the son of a wealthy Maiden Lane jeweler.
Wilbur Gunn a leading tenor at a uptown church charged Albert G Underhill with swindling after lending him money on a stock tip that proved worthless. Underhill claimed exchange memberships to prove credibility. Gunn's note for 1000 or so backed the loan, but the tip failed and Underhill was arrested when payment defaulted.
Martin Althaus a 64 year old Brooklyn saloonkeeper killed himself this morning after a life of varied work from shoemaker to carpenter and Western Union employee. He once owned wealth from a lottery win but later faced financial embarrassment leading to sheriff seizure of his establishment.
Alderman McQuade will be tried in Saratoga county after his counsel’s application for a change of venue was granted. He was convicted about two years ago and spent two months in the penitentiary before the Court of Appeals released him on account of a technical flaw in the trial conduct.
The Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor at the Third U P Church of Allegheny held its inaugural anniversary evening with hymns and an address by Rev Brooks from Nixon Street M E. Rev H B Grose spoke on the repentance of Christ urging imitation of this quality to counter national lack.
The Pittsburg Club held its fortnightly cotillon in the assembly room with a strong turnout. Guests contributed individually to their quotas, reflecting growing popularity of the club’s social events. Preparations are underway for tonight's concert, and favors given were modest.
The Nordece Club of the West End plans a select party at the West End Rink on a Wednesday in February. A first annual reception for the F. M. Rea Encampment No. 145 L C will be held at the same venue on Thursday with Gernert and Guenther's orchestra providing music.
An entertainment will be held at the Lytie Opera House in Braddock on February 1 for the benefit of the Iscopal Church. The Seiad decent the His din quintette and Mr. Byron W. King will participate.
The Schubert Club will present a benefit concert next Monday night in the hospital chapel to raise funds for hereeepesem Hospital.
In Bismarck North Dakota on February 11 the conflict between Governor Church and the Legislature escalates. House leaders reject proposed measures aimed at dismissing the governor, while a new resolution restricts communications and sets Speaker and Clerk as sole judges of reports. Republicans push hard, threatening adjournment until a successor is appointed, amid bitter sentiment and a renewed push to defeat Governor Church.
Twenty two faith cure believers from New Jersey faced immersion in ice cold water in New York on February 11. Despite a thick ice crust on the river, none could endure the baptismal test as about 500 spectators watched the baptismal ceremony after a prayer and preaching meeting in the chapel.
The Senate on February 11 confirmed multiple Utah nominees including Colonel Joseph C. Breckenridge as Inspector General Lieutenant Colonel William A. Rack er as Assistant Paymaster General with the rank of Colonel Major Charles M Terrell as Deputy Paymaster General with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel Thomas J Anderson of Town as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of Utah E P Johnson of Utah as Judge of Probate Box Elder county and Joseph D Jones of Utah as Judge of Probate Utah county.
From the Old City Bliscard the piece notes cost of living falls as shoppers pay less to service workers. It asks who will be Harrison's cook as newspapers speculate while asking what is the matter with the Widow Butler.
A jumble of short items reports on Shakespeare clubs in Concord and nearby towns, a 240 carat diamond found in the South African mining district, a secretary’s wife aiding her husband, a revival convert turning in whisky and a shotgun, long marriage separations from Brockton, sugar beet production notes in California, a Madison County dinner with notable guests, rumors of Jack the Ripper in Rome Ga, an injury and amputation case in Villa Rica Ga, Vanderbilt yacht store purchases and a mispriced grape inquiry, and odd local graveyard plots.
A collage of humorous 19th and early 20th century quips and gags. Jokes on marriage, domestic life, and social behavior appear from sources like the Cincinnati Commercial Gazette and Minneapolis Tribune, with lines about speech impediments, wardrobe mishaps, and flirtatious miscommunications. Named jokes include a bride and tea, a man from St Paughl, and a Napoleon divorce comparison.
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