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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1892
Page
7
The vote hinges on tax assessment reform and spending limits with Citizens' and Democratic candidates contesting wards. Independents urge re election of O'Donnell and Ferguson to check City Hall, while regulars rely on party support and city employees to carry a likely majority.
The piece compares New York murder case timing with Chilean judgments, arguing that promptness claimed by the New York Sun is selective. It notes a crime in July, conviction in December, and appeal affirmation in February as cited proof, and questions consistency when Latin and Anglo Saxon systems are judged.
The New York World declares candidates outside New York can win on tariff reform and honest money. It names nine gentlemen deemed eligible: Baies of Iowa, Pattison of Pennsylvania, Palmer and Fuller of Illinois.
A long list of possible Democratic nominees is narrowed by state gains and voter appeal. Russell, Pattison, Carlisle, Boies, Gray, Palmer remain in play with Boies favored if he can win Iowa or New York. Tariff and silver dominate campaign focus, making the outcome uncertain but any remaining candidates seen as creditable.
A Philadelphia interview reports Senator Quay stating he would not field a Cullom delegation but would head a Quay delegation. The piece notes irony from Nye about Pennsylvania delegates and suggests the claim, if true, could alienate Administration Republicans and rivals alike, risking no goods to deliver at Minneapolis.
Commentary notes two Cabinet members Miller and Noble omitted Blaine in Philadelphia Lincoln anniversary speeches. Noble apologizes for an unintentional oversight in an extempore address while Miller defends his praise of the administration and his own department. The episode questions presidential leadership and cabinet loyalty.
The New York Tribune notes 1892 will host major celebrations: Spain marks four centuries since the reconquest of Grenada, France the republic’s centennial, Hungary a 1592 Turks victory, Germany era universities born 1392 and 1592, Italy Venice University 1592, England Cape La Hogue 1692 and Wilberforce 1792, plus Lincoln Cathedral 1092. Royal silver and golden weddings also celebrated in Europe.
The passage notes Europe will have many celebrations this year yet none match the pivotal discovery to be commemorated by Spanish and American nations. It argues European events lack the unique feature demanded by our national needs for the historic anniversary set for 1892, celebrated in 1893.
A Philadelphia Times feature argues that seasoned bankers supported coal consolidation across the Reading and South Penn deals, portraying such financiers as defenders of legality despite court challenges. The piece questions whether their backing legitimizes these transactions and warns against corporate power overriding law and public policy.
A Philadelphia judge reminds policemen nationwide that using offensive language is not a crime nor punishable by law. He urges officers to refrain from arrests for such language and urges citizens to observe good manners toward lawmen and fellow humans.
The Philadelphia Record praises the spectroscope but fails to acknowledge its 21 years of use in studying the sun and sun spots. The piece urges broader application of the instrument, ignoring established history and ongoing solar research.
The text protests compensation sought by Baltimore men as excessive and opposed to government backing. It argues personal indemnification for wounded individuals should not exceed amounts a railroad or other corporation would pay for injuries caused by their fault.
The article notes that despite women’s opinions on a costume adopted by a California association, men view it as an improvement over the trains aimed at street cleaning by broom brigades.
The author praises Governor Russell of Massachusetts for aligning with all American people and urges a vigorous check on the city executive. Citizens' candidates and independents are urged to be supported in their uphill fight against the regulars, with voters urged to elect them in Councils.
The article notes ongoing disputes among scholars over the causes and nature of moral phenomena, highlighting how advances in electricity and magnetism contrast with unresolved questions about moral behavior and human conduct.
Spring trading shows strong activity in the green goods market though warnings rise for buyers. The text cautions buyers to beware dishonest sellers who take risks and exploit ignorance.
The piece discusses political defeats of candidates like O'Donnell and Fergus on city administration activity and taxpayer decisions. It notes a New York remark that Oscar Wilde was framed by nature to lure, then pivots to Mexico’s election climate and the Louisiana lottery. It laments social trends and moneyed matches in a satirical tone.
An evil example shows a circus captured while attempting to cross into Mexico, linked to Garza's earlier success in eluding capture. The piece comments on education, church efforts, and political schemes affecting citizens.
Washington reports the Canadian Commission led by Sir John Thompson and George Foster failed to secure a commercial treaty independent of Britain after talks with Secretary Blaine and General Poster. Their plan included renewing and revising old reciprocity pacts, fisheries access, inland water coast laws, and Alaska boundary issues.
A scattered column cites a widow of Senator Hearst with a 490000 life policy, mentions Mason and Mrs Tuttle in Stratham, a 50 donation from Baron Rothschild for a Vienna hospital, and social notices about Sardou, Tennyson, Griswaent, and Talcott Williams. It also notes Dr Gaurnne, RA Dorvevey, Miss Marspen, and Siberian leper work, plus a New Jersey Grand Army commander’s rise from private and Libby prisoner.
The note mentions New York's 40 and Ward McAllister with numbers reduced from 250 to 150, indicating a partial roster or list in the Chicago Tribune. The passage hints at a counting adjustment affecting a society or club listing without detailing names or full context.
J Pierpont Morgan donated the Tiffany collection of American precious stones to the American Museum of Natural History. The 1000 gem assemblage, valued at $20,000, includes the first U S sapphire from Franklin North Carolina and notable emeralds from Stony Point North Carolina. The exhibit will open only after city funding for completion and maintenance is approved.
A 17 year old heiress Miss Florence Wellendorf elopes with law student William McDermott. They marry at Sharon and travel to Jamestown while her mother bans the husband from the home. The family contemplates future relations but the couple remains married.
A wave of editorials discusses General Alger as a potential Republican candidate. Opinions range from cautious support to sharp skepticism, noting his military record and political viability while contrasting editorial stances in newspapers from Omaha to Detroit.
E. Moor of Pittsburg presides over a first world convention of Bi-Chloride of Gold Clubs delegates cured of liquor opium and tobacco habits. Delegates from three states England and Scotland attended as credentials review began.
Ex-Senator James C. Fair leaves most of his estate to charity. He bequeaths 200000 to the Catholic Orphan Asylum in memory of his wife, 200000 to the Protestant Orphan Asylum in this city, and 100000 to the Hebrew Orphan Asylum.
The article compares the influenza microbe to a criminal figure, noting its ugly features and degraded nature as depicted in published portraits. It frames the microbe as a villainous, repulsive entity in a public health context.
Rev Charles Elliott D D LL D professor of Hebrew at Lafayette College Easton Pa died suddenly Sunday from rheumatism after grip. Born in Scotland 1815 he taught at Xenia and Pittsburg before joining Miami University Oxford and later Lafayette. A noted writer on Biblical subjects. Harold N McDonald of Freedom died of tuberculosis at 23. He headed the Atlantic Dynamite Pittsburg branch and held ties with Laflin Rand and others. He leaves a wife married ten months ago.
Dimetri Mindeleff, a Russian chemist and inventor of terrorite, is dead. Obituary notes mention Mr. Cann founder of the New York Union Steamship Line, Dr. Wilhelm Junker dies in St. Petersburg, Sister Mary Rocnus dies at St Joseph’s Hospital in Lancaster, and other local figures including Coronet EF Dears of St Paul and Freemick Ofperman Jr a New York brewer. Several deaths across cities and professions are listed with uncertain details and places.
In Pittsburgh society, the East End becomes the focal point for large house functions this winter as residence sizes grow and fashions shift from Allegheny to the city’s eastern suburbs. The article notes prominent dressmakers, rising fashion debuts, and upcoming social events including Art Society exhibitions, club performances, and dances, with reminders about misreported luncheons and the perils of debt in fashion.
A Washington Star column on the presidential candidacy market notes the field remains competitive with no single actor dominating the race. The piece observes diverse contenders, debating strategy rather than consolidation of influence.
Newspaper editorials argue the new electrical method is more humane than hanging yet questions remain about torture and perfection. Some praise its humanity while others call for abolition, noting mixed results from Sing Sing and contrasting with other methods.
A Philadelphia physician carries a purse of tanned human hide and a police clock clocking naps at a patrol box. The piece surveys odd facts from science, currency, and travel, noting diverse beliefs and ancient practices, with vivid anecdotes of people, places, and curiosities worldwide.
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