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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1892
Page
1
The piece previews a clash between free coinage and tariff aims as General Raum positions to reassure Democrats while clerks loyal to him gain promotions. It notes a prospective inquiry into Raum and the Pension Bureau, Colonel Howard’s disappearance, and Pittsburghers urging Dr. George Shiras Jr. for the Supreme Court.
Washington reports discuss raising the immigrant poll tax from 50 cents to 1.50 per head to deter undesirable arrivals and fund immigrant care. Commissioner Owen cites reforms, inspects steerage conditions, and notes surplus from current taxes could underwrite long-term services on Ellis Island.
Reports from Alaska say Morris Orton and ten miners are lost after leaving Lily Bay bound for Juneau in November. Search efforts failed for six weeks and fear grew they were killed by hostile Indians or perished crossing Cross Sound to Yakilla. A warship was asked to assist but deemed seaworthy, leaving bodies unrecovered.
Telegram reports Georgia cotton acreage will be about 15 to 20 percent smaller than last year. Most counties reply with reductions and switch to corn peas and other food crops. Tobacco cultivation is noted as part of the shift in agricultural acreage.
The text notes increased tobacco plantings in Georgia and emphasizes a 30 percent cut in commercial fertilizers this year. In Decatur county, cigar tobacco has proven successful, with acreage expected to reach at least 50. The fertilizer reduction influences expectations for a smaller cotton crop in parts of the state.
San Francisco reports Crazy Sarah Althea Terry, insane on spiritualism and guided by the late Judge Terry, vanished from Editor Culbreth’s house after an early morning walk. She claims communication with Judge Terry and mind reading powers and seeks rescue from a dangerous trance.
Henry Gamage, 77 or 78, longtime Yale-educated recluse and art collector, died in room 59 of an east side university building. Neighbors recall daily gallery visits. a will mentions $500 to mission societies and a Milford inheritance. The body and paintings will be sent to Milford for burial.
Charles W. Fuller and Anson Lewis of Echo township Antrim county are brought before Commissioner McQuenn for running an unregistered still. Officers raided a secluded farm and found several barrels of mash but no still was located.
In San Francisco on February 14 a formal claim by 24 Baltimore sailors wounded in Valparaiso is filed. Lawyer F Alleyne Orr seeks a total of 1.305 million dollars with individual demands from 10 000 to 150 000 dollars. The case centers on injuries including lung damage and persistent wounds.
Hon A T Ewin of the Citizen Committee of Chicago says invitations for Congress members and others to visit Chicago February 22 are drawing a flattering response. Wives and daughters of Senators and Representatives show strong interest, promising a notable social event. Invitations to the Commercial Club banquet and Mr and Mrs Potter Palmer reception have arrived and will be sent Monday. Answers expected by Tuesday morning to confirm who will depart Friday afternoon February 19.
The British embassy reports the Sultan accepted the firman for the Khedive Egypt in Cairo without inserting anti English provisos. The investiture reflects English diplomacy success and preserves Tewfik Pasha's position despite French pressure.
New Hayes February 14 report ties brilliant aurora borealis to a large sunspot and planetary perihelion. Scientist Leta Totten notes patterns of earthquakes and cyclones in a 11 to 12 year cycle, cites Halley Proctor data, and links forthcoming trials of nations and individuals to solar conditions. Edison described sun telephones and wind troubles as he plans metal poles and copper wire to capture solar disturbances.
Henry Thompson, a faith care cranks reportedly ordered a nurse to halt doctors medicines for Mrs Bentzel. He claimed to cure her by prayer as she grew weaker. Half an hour before death he ordered her to get up, causing fatal exertion. Indignation grows. friends threaten tar and feathers.
A mob of 10 000 men and women gathered as John Kelly, accused of murder, was hanged from a telegraph pole after identification at the court house. His accomplice, Calbert Harris, was also hanged nearby after a jail break. Notify authorities pursued but vigilant bystanders watched.
Nellie Driscoll from Providence, a hairdresser student, faced a conflict between love and a chosen nun life. After a late-night prayer, she was found wounded in bed with a throat laceration and a razor under her pillow. She was transported to Bellevue Hospital, with potential for recovery.
Philadelphia records reveal 5,014 retail and 561 wholesale license applications for the Quarter Sessions year ending last night. Retail licenses fall from 3,558 in 1891 by 344 while wholesale rise 1,052 due to fee increase from 200 to 1,000 and broader judge discretion. Bucket shops eliminated as wholesale applicants are genuine dealers.
A large gathering of New York business leaders watched the Eagle Steam Saw Mill Works in Greenpoint demonstrate a new board cutting method using a 450 pound knife driven by a six ton flywheel. The plant, totaling over 40 tons, sliced spruce birch green ash Spanish cedar beech maple and cherry into half inch planks on both sides at 25 per minute. The exhibition was deemed a success and expected to revolutionize the lumber trade.
Glenville West Virginia February 14 special physicians report Doc Snyder injured by a runaway team last Friday. He survived but suffered a horribly fractured skull with brains described as spilled onto the post and a small amount exuded from the skull.
The Central Labor Federation backs unions attending a memorial mass for Padlewsky the nihilist who killed General Silverstaff in Paris and died by suicide here. The Cooper Union mass is on the 29th inst. The New York Federation of Labor reports anarchists plan a February 19 Cooper Union gathering to denounce Spain’s execution of Xeres anarchists.
In Assville on February 13 William Hassell, described as an insane farmer, killed his wife with an axe after asking her to bring one. He struck her as she bent to pick up something, then tried to take his own life. Authorities note Hassell had not been in his right mind for some time but was not deemed dangerous.
The steamship Vigilancia arrived from Brazilian ports with five crew members ill of yellow fever at Bahia. The ship’s surgeon Dr. Whitehead also contracted the disease but recovered after treatment by Dr. Corbin a passenger. Disinfection followed before the vessel reached its dock.
Scranton business leaders warn the Reading deal could cripple local coal output and devastate city commerce. They predict widespread bankruptcies among individual operators as the plan progresses, calling it the worst threat yet faced by Scranton.
Paris reports a tariff driven rise in beef and mutton spurs demand for horse flesh. Police data show horses asses and mules now account for over a third of meat consumed. Fillet of horse or donkey sells at 10 pence per pound with steak at 7 pence and lower cuts at 2 pence. Worn animals rise in value as buyers circle within 300 miles.
San Dreco Feb 14 The California National Bank suspended last fall may resume after stockholders agreed to assess themselves. A telegram to the Comptroller of the Currency says 90 percent consented to fund the bank, awaiting a favorable reply to resume operations at once.
Revenue officers awaken to activity in the lumber works as officials investigate possible tax or trade irregularities in GraAxp Rapros Mica area on February 14.
News from Patapetrnia dated February 14 reports a proposed massive consolidation of U S tanneries into a national trust led by English capitalists. The syndicate has formed headquarters in the East with state offices and has subscribed five million dollars. A new tanning liquid promises to reduce calfskin tanning from 40 to 60 days to about ten hours.
Eastbourne faced renewed disorder as Salvation Army members were jeered by crowds on the beach. Police dispersed the gathering and blocked Sunday services, with the Duke of Portland and several MPs among the onlookers witnessing the unrest.
In Napoleon, 20 miles east of Corumescs, Inc., two elderly French natives Mr. and Mrs. Bonchard lived alone. Mrs. Bonchard suffered a severe grip and was advised she would die. The old man wept, then shot himself in the backyard, dying instantly, which shocked Mrs. Bonchard into her own death.
George Bennett a 70 year old wealthy Canton farmer Bradford County Pa vanished Friday afternoon after going to feed stock. Despite searches by about 70 neighbors over several days he has not returned. he is valued at $150000 and his disappearance has caused a major local stir in the populous area.
In Perry county a feud between the Perry County Railroad and the Newport and Sherman's Valley Railroad escalates as an injunction blocks a crossing. Newport and New Bloomfield factions align, and an argument between James Sutch and Ralph Adams ends with Sutch striking Adams, causing fatal injuries. Sutch is in custody.
Mrs. Bentzel died after weeks of illness while her brother, a faith healer, ordered her to arise and walk. He claimed she obeyed but later passed away as physicians labored for her recovery. The scene unfolded in Lama on February 14.
Captain John S Stout, famed Mississippi river pilot and hero of the Robert E Lee disaster, died this afternoon at his New Creteaus home at 53. He was born in Frankfort Kentucky, brother in law of the late Captain John Cannon, leaves a wife and seven children, and his remains will be sent to Mississippi City on Tuesday for interment.
Washington February 14 The majority report of the Committee on Coinage Weights and Measures favoring free coinage of silver will be presented to the House by Mr Bland. The document argues free coinage would aid American producers, outlines note issuance equalized to coin, and explains a policy shift to hi metallic notes redeemable in coin. The report discusses global silver gold ratios and European mints to justify bi metallic stability.
A discussion of free coinage of silver argues it would awaken the U S economy by attracting world silver via shiploads to be coined and spent here. Proponents say foreign silver would either finance investment or return home, while risks of gold shortages and world panics are claimed to be unlikely or manageable.
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