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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1892
Page
7
A collection of literary pieces includes War Stories by Carpenter and essays on Protestant Sisterhoods The Republic of Uruguay Honnets for Easter and the Chemistry of the Kitchen.
The Ge Dispatch lists establishment in 1846 and notes delivery by carriers with Sunday editions. It records office locations at Smithfield and Diamond Streets and publishing house on Diamond Street, detailing pricing per week and per quarter for various editions.
The article notes a widening disparity between farmland valuations for city purchases and county tax assessments in Piam township. Land once valued at 80 per acre now appears worth 30 to 60 per acre, illustrating a dramatic fall and creating strong tension over tax versus sale values and the impact on property owners.
City canyets gather as ward meetings push candidates for Tuesday's election. The piece notes rising interest in Councilmen choice after years of apathy and links tax hikes to city expenses and labor burdens. It argues wage earners hold decisive influence if they back pro tax restraint candidates.
The New York World questions if machine politics define official duties as Senators and Governors shift posts to manage machines in Albany Buffalo and beyond. It argues reform relies on independent political action against nominees backed by machine factions in both major parties.
The passage argues that current machine politics in New York are a logical outcome of a movement that won approval less than ninety days earlier. If the world has another remedy for the abuses cited, it should present it now. Otherwise it must endorse an independence that transcends party lines to elevate machine politicians.
The House committee report supports a joint resolution urging the President to seek freer use of Canadian canals for U S lake commerce. It warns the proposal may undermine a national internal waterways system and would place control in Canada, risking ice closure, treaty disruption, and naval influence over U S lake outlets.
The piece defends Governor Alger against old war office record misrepresentation. It argues the claim could damage his military reputation though refutation may be possible with independent testimony. It notes the 25 year delay and predicts future research and political reaction.
The article explains that ex Mayor Pearson was acquitted after Mayor Wyman was convicted, ending charges of malfeasance in office. It notes weak embezzlement proof, loose practices in Allegheny city and county offices, and calls for rapid trials of remaining charges to uphold justice.
The article argues against raising cigarette prices to deter youth smoking, noting tobacco harm to youths and the likelihood of price-driven substitution. It proposes criminal penalties for tobacco adulteration with strict enforcement as a more effective approach.
The passage argues for greater tactfulness and discipline by natural guardians of youth rather than broad parental legislation. It stresses home influence, stronger parental powers if needed, and minimal public guidance while warning against exaggeration about prohibitive taxation and cigarette harms. It notes prior defenses of cigarettes and cites Prof. Babcock’s claim cigarettes are less harmful than cigars.
The term original package is viewed as commonplace or misnamed in future discourse, with critics labeling it a hackneyed phrase that has lost novelty and meaning. The discussion centers on how the label affects perception and branding in subsequent usage.
A commission appointed to probe New York State prison management finds officials inflicting barbarous treatment. The report suggests abuses rivaling Siberia and calls for a wide, thorough reform to end the malpractices nationwide. Mr Kennan notes material for a book closer to home than Russia.
Iris argues the whole exceeds the part but hints the Cabinet cannot hold all its pieces. A rift threatens the administration ministry and may split the party. If Cooper Union resolutions fail to sway Hill, persuasive power may be exhausted.
The piece stands as a vast, ungainly model of a future book, lauded only for its fireproof build. Funded by Boston’s supposed cultural beacon, it elicits a critique of modern literature and urban ambition. The text also dismisses repeated Indian conflicts and mocks a grand railroad deal as futile.
The piece notes spring as a time for households to tidy up and extend cleaning to government offices. It cites the Pension Office and Census Bureau increasing spring cleaning in the capital, urging removal of dirt before whitewash to prevent hidden disease germs. It also mentions a committee to destroy aged consular invoices and papers in the State Department, seen as a nuisance by Secretary Blaine.
A Philadelphia observer urges holding the police chief accountable for injustices caused by the force perceived as officious and arrogant, arguing leadership responsibility in public safety and civil rights.
The Japanese Government proposes making the exhibit a permanent gift to Chicago and funding its maintenance. The decision is welcomed, as the building is described as beautiful and a strong example of meticulous Japanese craftsmanship.
A fragmentary public notice style piece discusses enforcing fire escape laws in New York with vigor, mentions military officers like Stporesant ToTes and Gen Alger studying astronomy, and jokes about restaurant waiters being clean shaven and future facial hair rules.
The remark suggests Hunt leads in delegate support while rivals rely on brass bands. Hill is noted to control the stringed instruments, highlighting a musical contest angle.
In a clear ruling Judge Kennedy sums up the Mayor Wyman case defining extortion with plain language. The decision emphasizes precise elements of criminal extortion and the actions involved.
The text suggests Baron Hirsch's steerage crossing reflects his genuine interest in relief efforts. It contrasts with Haroun al Rashid who studied his people in disguise but would not endure emigrant passage discomfort. The reflection frames humanitarian intent against travel hardship.
The Empress of Germany improves in health while Victoria Trex visits the Queen. Reports name Monte Cristo of South America as Conde de Leopoldina and Donalendora Corsino as the richest woman south of us. Army chaplain Rev. E. J. Harpy serves in Plymouth. Creek Nation leader General Porter has long represented his people in Washington. Henry Welcome installed Master of Fidelity Lodge in London, first American to lead a lodge in England.
Washington February 12 The Ways and Means Committee may be asked to draft a measure to tax cigarettes at $10 per thousand to curb youth smoking. Reps Cochran Cummings and Stahmecker push the plan with data on deaths and insanity linked to paper wrapped cigarettes. The article also notes Democratic support for Fitchs barley and hops duty reductions and surveys flax production and prices.
The Indiana delegate Shively is expected to arrive, possibly speeding a conference conclusion while Whiting remains ill. The session focuses on cost of production for specialty woolen goods as a key topic and the Secretary of State pursues a new extradition treaty with France, mirroring recent U S Britain terms.
Sailors on the British steamship Persian Prince report a cyclone with bizarre alternations of heat and icy wind after leaving Sicily on December 22. A sudden fiery light, scorching heat, and a towering wave followed by shifting winds and freezing gusts left the crew terrified before the storm subsided and port was reached. Captain Jameson credited with guiding the vessel safely to harbor amid mountainous seas.
A compilation of editorials and rumors from several papers about possible presidential candidates and party dynamics. Mentions Robert T. Lincoln, Mr Botea, Governor Bores, Hill Cleveland wrangle, Russell boom, Watterson, and possible vice presidential mentions.
The Albany Times-Union argues that early state conventions for national delegates have precedents. It cites 1948 1860 and 1844 examples where New York delegates were elected months before national conventions, showing early convening is not unprecedented.
A mix of brief items notes shooting rules at a McKinley target with Mr Springer as shooting gallery boss. Other snippets joke about tariff debates and political stances from Roger Milla David Wells Mr Mrrts and Mr Starrern. Commentary touches on Mills and party policy amid tariff discussions.
Peter Kinney of Conemaugh dies in Johnstown aged 100 years 6 months. He had foretold his death saying two angels informed him he would die Friday. Kinney long lived in Johnstown and was called the oldest pioneer of the area.
A string of obituary notices reports deaths in Maryland Virginia Illinois and Pennsylvania. Include Mans Martins Corlyer aged 10 near Jackson Maryland W H Johnson prominent banker of Igbia sedi Ind died suddenly. Others listed: Lymaas Hal aged 4 at Champaign Illinois Civil War surgeons society, JonS M Joussitox wealthy Dansville Virginia banking firm Johnston Check Macrotech Insurance street railway director, Francis Bawkens clock maker Plainfield died in his eighteenth year born in France, clock wound every four months, Riettano Foegeer Oil City resident and wall street salesman for Leet and Stieton Buhn de Ne Wein.
An analysis argues against Canadian annexation, warning of debt, corruption, and political fault lines inherited from Sir John Macdonald. It urges unrestricted reciprocity with the United States as the path to stability, unity, and economic vitality, while cautioning about deeper social and religious tensions.
The Kenmawr Hotel preps a February Saturday event while Lent’s approach slows attendance. Margar etta Hendrickson Cloud and George F. Smith wedding invites circulate for February 23 at West Presbyterian Wilmington. A new waltz titled Echoes From Cresson Springs gains club popularity amid city social life.
A lively social snapshot notes Pittsboro dinners and dances fading from memory with hostesses Mrs J M Schoonmaker and Mrs Henry Kirk Porter planning similar events. Alumni committee praises Marie Decca concert with possible scholarship. a meeting is scheduled. A French mission service is held at Wool street chapel with Rev Purves’ church. Wedding travel ends as Mnaxp Mna and Groner Wilson return from Philadelphia. A second dance at Paquesne Club delayed to honor Miss Shaw. New couple McElney greet guests after Grat Paisley nuptials at Point Breeze. Alhambra and Allegheny members gather at Edward Fownes’ then Linden Clubhouse. Tea preparations for February 18 at Mrs McKnight’s are underway. Rumor swirls about a possible expansion following an earlier notice. Mr Gsonen W Towers hosted a Rosina Vokes theater party at the Duquesne. Ornnda hosted a second cotillion at Linden Clubhouse. Linden Clubhouse Indies’ evenings grow in popularity.
David Bennett Hill nicknamed the joker aims to secure it on June 21 as reported by the Chicago Inter Ocean. The item in question is described in cautious terms with local interest in the plan.
A deadly hotel incident dominates the latest New York press with reports of a public ab horrence shocking residents and authorities alike. Police and city officials respond as details emerge about the tragedy and its impact on the surrounding community.
A miscellaneous roundup of curiosities and oddities from Oklahoma to New York, noting racial counts in Oklahoma, flower varieties in Colorado, neolithic tool use, and whimsical tales from Keokuk to Williamsport. It cites odd patents, ghost lore, and electric streetlighting effects in Mexico, with scattered trivia on fashion, fishing hooks, and bridal customs.
A fragmented comic page excerpt shows misheard sayings, flirtatious lines, and quips about a beer wagon and a patent medicine claim. Characters include Mr Lovely, His Honor, Reed, Thatcher, Quackenbach, and Old Bonder with a humorous exchange on a thermometer and medicines.
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