12 Feb 1891
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1891
Page
1
Paris and New York reports detail three statements by Parnell Dillon and O Brien on failed talks over Irish self government. The texts blame both sides and promise future policy, with references to Boulogne and tension within the Liberal alliance.
In Boulogne, Dillon and O'Brien report that all compromise talks have broken off amid hostile press and partisan division. O’Brien urges continued unity and sacrifice, while both leaders acknowledge the conflict in Ireland will continue until freedom of action is restored.
The Prince of Wales disputes claims he was given the document in the Sir Gordon Cumming libel case and fears appearing in court. The Standard mocks Tranby Croft gambling night with baccarat, mentions the prince at the casino and notes the affair’s sensational focus and possible falsity.
The Ha Epoca daily in Madrid urges a quick conclusion to a proposed commercial treaty between America and Spain, viewing it as the one move to save Cuba from the grave crisis threatening the island. A cable from Dunlap's company notes the report and mentions a separate item about sardine imports.
Government issues a decree requiring all sardine boxes to be opened by customs at the frontier. The move follows reports that sardine shipments from France arrive in sealed boxes.
Gustave Nordenskjold son of the Arctic explorer tours Europe to finish his geological inquiries and join a projected 1893 Antarctic expedition. The project aims to spend about £10000 with half from Nordenk yold family and Baron Dixson funding the rest. A vessel is yet to be chosen for an 18 month voyage. Nordenk jold is described as a tall delicate 28 year old.
Special telegram reports General William Tecumseh Sherman grievously ill with erysipelas. Despite periods of hope, the 26th Army veteran remains in critical condition as doctors monitor signs and relay updates to family and President Harrison.
The body of Sir Richard Burton, being transported from Trieste to England, is scheduled to arrive tomorrow on the steamer Palmyra. To avoid offending crew superstition, the coffin was placed inside a piano case, and the ship also carries 32 pieces of the deceased's baggage. Iy acheg arrived tonight to receive the remains.
A gale rages on the Irish Sea and heavy snow feints over Scotland on the maps. Cardiff strikes ease as work resumes. Queen sails to the continent for three weeks, while Lister Lincolns meets with Lord Salisbury. Rumors swirl around King Alexander and Servia. Bulgaria plots, and British ships report wreckage near Queenstown.
In New York 600 to 700 attend Cooper Union mass meeting called by the Reform Club to oppose the silver bill. Grover Cleveland contributes a regret letter urging business interests to speak against unlimited coinage, with ex-Secretary Fairchild as chief opponent speaker.
A Meadville report states the grand jury returned a true bill against Delamater & Co for embezzlement tied to the May 9, 1889 riot. Settlement talks propose 50 cents on the dollar, to be voted February 19 by creditors. Assignees Haskin and McClintock hold a $26,000 judgment against Meadville and Linesville Railroad in receivership for an overdraft.
In Philadelphia on February 11 the opening day of John R. Baker Sr collection auction drew many bidders. Items of interest included numerous Washington library books inherited by Lawrence Washington of Farquahar County Virginia and later sold in 1876 to John R Baker by Stan Henkels in this city.
About 1,000 unemployed men gathered in Toronto to demand jobs or relief this morning. The Mayor defended city limits on work provision, while threats of continued peaceful protest echoed, signaling mounting frustration with relief efforts and political inaction.
The article notes the demonstration as a response to Conservative claims about the party’s progress. It emphasizes belief in the government’s success and the crowd’s support.
New York reports a scheme by Jay Gould and John H. Inman to create an ocean to ocean railway system entering New York Philadelphia Chicago Pittsburg and Northern New York with a powerful network north and south. The plan hinges on an option on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and seeks a harmonious alliance with major lines to set rates and routes across the southern and western states. Gould coordinates with C P Huntington and John H Inman to secure influence in the Southwest and along the Ohio river.
Chicago dispatch reports the Central Traffic Association freight committee plans lower rates on iron shipped from Pittsburg and Mahoning Valley to Chicago. Subcommittee recommends 15 cents carload and 174 cents less than carload from Pittsburg to Chicago, and 13 and 15 cents for Mahoning Valley points, with a further pig iron rate cut to 2 per ton. The full committee expected to accept the proposals tomorrow.
In Columsrs Ohio Feb 11 The Senate opens moves to abolish canals which have cost the state over fourteen million dollars with yearly upkeep of about one hundred thousand. The House rejects all school book bills after a heated fight and a joint resolution asks the federal government to survey the Ohio Canal for possible ship canal conversion. The Senate also defeats a bill to set legal interest at six percent.
In Bismarck on February 11 the Democrats and anti Prohibitionists won passage for resubmitting the prohibition amendment by a bare majority. The main question tied 51–51 after adjournment and in committee the bill passed 32–29, sending the measure to the Senate with uncertain fate.
A threatened strike at the Pennsylvania Steel Works near Harrisburg from 4000 workers arises after the discharge of Amalgamated Association members. Workers, encouraged by Pittsburgh headquarters, refuse to renounce union ties.
The Pittsburg Reduction Company of Pittsburg has filed suit in the U S Circuit Court for the Northern District of Ohio against the Cowles Electric Smelting and Aluminum Company of Cleveland alleging patent infringement and related damages. The action centers on claims to patented processes or equipment used in aluminum smelting and reduction. The case underscores ongoing patent disputes in midwest chemical and metal industries.
A Washington dispatch reports that a new reciprocity treaty with Venezuela, following Brazil, could lift U S export and import flows. It notes Venezuela’s $31 million annual trade, U S dominance in imports, and potential sugar and coffee shifts benefiting America while challenging Spain and Britain in Caribbean markets.
In Wasniwoetor on February 11 the House adjourned committee of the whole without passing the legislative appropriation bill. Stockdale attacked civil service enforcement, Barruccia cases, and federal competence. McAdoo opposed the shipping bill, while Fiten warned of future inquiries if it passed. Farquhar and Bland clashed over subsidies and silver lobbyists, ending the session amid heated exchanges.
A telegram from Wasuivetos dated February 11 reports the Farmers' Alliance selecting Delegate Cole to travel to Canada and organize the movement in the upcoming election. The effort is not expected to yield immediate results due to election proximity, but aims to seed future Alliance Members in a Canadian Parliament.
Representative Struble reports favorably a bill to open the Cherokee outlet to settlement and extinguish Indian title. The committee finds Indians lack clear title and that fertile lands, now barriers, hinder rapid southwest growth as thousands of settlers move in for the benefit of comparatively few Indians.
Mary Blaine denies a Toronto telegraph claim that Laurier has a letter from him refusing to negotiate with any party except Reform on commercial union. She states she has written no such letter and has not written to any Canadian since becoming Secretary of State two years ago.
Wasinernon Feb 11 reported that House members will gather for a caucus to consult on pending matters. The event aims to unite party members and discuss strategy and legislative priorities.
Washington dispatch reports a failed bid in the House to secure an $80,000 mint improvement for Philadelphia. Missouri’s Dockery pressed to raise to $100,000, while Bland urged Westward seigniorage logic. Vaux and ONeill retreated as Philadelphia forces rallied. bill remains on the calendar awaiting action.
After a lengthy fight the Clapp Griffiths process steel is authorized by the Navy Department for shipbuilding on the same footing as open hearth steel. Boston engineer C. C. Loring led the effort, with over 200 test pieces showing uniform tensile strength and elasticity, prompting formal approval for future contracts.
The Senate opened naval appropriation debate with Gorman proposing that armor gun steel require public competition by advertisement before purchase or payment. Hale offered a substitute mirroring public competition. Gorman accepted, and the substitute was agreed to. The bill proceeded further in session.
Acting Secretary of the Treasury says warrants will cover pension payments totaling $1,000,000, with aggregate pensions due for the quarter ending March 4 at $350,000,000. The available cash balance and anticipated receipts suggest a Treasury surplus of under $20,000,000 after expenditures.
Chicago authorities reveal a diabolical plan to blow up H. H. Shufeldt distillery with dynamite, offered bribe of 25000 dollars to Dewar by George Gibson of Peoria. Gibson arrested after confessing and producing evidence including a dynamite machine and letters. Dewar released on bail. no other suspects named.
Albany reports Governor Hill denies receiving a letter attributed to Henry Watterson and says the Sun piece is a forgery. The Baltimore Sun notes the Washington correspondent’s telegraphic account of Hill’s reaction to the alleged letter and its claims.
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