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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1892
Page
1
Washington dispatch notes a Chicago invitation for Congress to attend the World’s Fair junket, the lavish costs, and the political fallout. It questions the motive of a large appropriation, the delays in Fillmore’s collectorship vacancy, and debates over anti option bills and tariff measures.
New York legislature probes the Keeley bi-chloride of gold cure as Walter B. Earle, a former patient who died after the institute discharged him as cured, is alleged to have died from the treatment. Friends plan to sue Dr Keeley and associates for $100,000.
Rumors of an amerschaum pipe trust circulated in New York as three of the city’s oldest and wealthiest men were connected. Kaufman Bros. and Bondy were named in the reports as involved, with details yet to be clarified through filings and official notices.
Beecher and Frank along with William Demuth incorporated in New Jersey each with capital of £1. Members admitted a trust form but declined to disclose further details and did not deny the affiliation.
The Baltimore and Cumberland Railway bill becomes law in Maryland boosting capital to 10 million dollars and broadening powers to acquire or lease lines. Western counties oppose, but a key amendment blocking Western Maryland purchase fails amid a lobbying clash between Western Maryland interests led by West Virginia Central and Pennsylvania lines. Reading suggests auctioning Western Maryland to bid cash, while Baltimore officials debate control.
Six Baltimore School Board members who visited Washington to study the sewing school program ran up a $102 bill for a one day trip. They dined with four Washington guests, consumed two quarts of wine and cigars, and faced a contentious expense after the mayor withheld endorsement. The committee contests the charge as excessive and may appeal to the Council to recover funds.
The Coal Creek Valley settles the mine dispute with the Tennessee Mining Company shifting to white free miners on a cooperative plan. Capital stock doubles and new shares will be bought by miners in Briceville and labor leaders in Knoxville, Chattanooga, Atlanta and beyond. Military forces may depart soon as reports of trouble are dismissed as fakes.
John Gilmary Shea, aged over 70 and editor of the Catholic News, lies gravely ill at his home in Evizanera New Jersey. He was working on the final volume of The History of the Catholic Church in the United States when illness struck. the third volume is in press and the last is nearly done. Bishop Wigzer of Newark and family attend him.
Deputy Sheriff Donaughey of Hazelton Pennsylvania, missing for six weeks during grip induced insanity, was located in Mobile. He writes he is with friends, sick in heart and destitute, offering no explanation. Funds were sent and his return is expected tomorrow. he had 1200 dollars when he disappeared.
Parker Pennsylvania faces a potential disaster as twelve miles of ice clog the Allegheny Clarion gorge. A special train carries dynamite to blow the jam if the Clarion breaks free, with public funds backing the effort. Town leaders and citizens monitor the ice, awaiting a break before daylight.
A fragment notes the bank location and water level as a feature of the scene with reference to a remaining area on the hill behind, stating the waterline and flood risk in terse terms. The brief mentions a person or editor tag RELL.
Pelgania lawyer J. RK Monaghan, once missing since October, arrived by steamer Mariposa from Australia. He said he is in good health but mentally distressed by his recent flight from West Chester family and friends amid insomnia and overwork. He declined to discuss travel details and awaited letters home to decide his future.
Mrs. M. Quay travels to St. Lucie after a letter from her son requests assistance as Senator M. S. Quay lies ill. Reports say he is dangerously ill but no wire communication with Ft. Pierre near St. Lucie could be established by 10:30 P.M. The government telegraph line from Titusville to Jupiter closes early. Inquiries flow in from across the country seeking word.
A lamp toppled during a magic lantern show on Gray's Inn Road W G caused a fire and panic. Twenty children were hurt, two feared to die as they battled to escape the burning building and stairs became blocked with panicked youngsters.
The Fremont camp reports a three foot tellurium vein in the Sam Dyer lode north of town with an assay of 109 to the ton. A four foot vein at Buena Vista shows 541 value per 20 pounds. Mill run to smelters and two carloads hauled to the railroad indicate a booming camp as stages bring in new arrivals.
Thomas Mulrey’s ice locomotive was tested on the ice at New Hampshire with 180 pounds of steam. The 5 foot long, 40 inch high device scooted along at 30 miles per hour with engineer Joe Kierns and Abraham Atkins aboard, carrying two ladies and later sleds full of boys. Mulrey predicted a future engine capable of 100 miles per hour with passenger sleds.
Paris reports M Drumont, author of Le Secret De Fourmies, faced three duel challenges over passages in his book. Today he confronted M Isaacs, Sub Prefect of Avenes, in a pistol duel. Isaacs wounded in the abdomen and Drumont struck in the chest.
John Jay Knox spent his final years preparing a major history of banking in the United States. After his death Mrs. Knox will push the project to an early publication, continuing her husband’s plans for this significant literary work.
Boston February 19 a large majority of Thomson Houston stockholders have assented to the electric consolidation agreement. More than 300000 shares out of 400000 have given their assent.
The Blaine divorce case in Deadwood reveals Marie Blaine's testimony of a hasty secret marriage to J G Blaine Jr in New York after a brief courtship. She describes maternal interference, financial strain, illness, and a move from New York to Maine as pressures mounted.
Mrs Blaine describes years of hardship after her husband left. She details failed reconciliation attempts, financial struggles, and a career at stake, including a stage offer and a possible divorce decree. She emphasizes seeking legal custody of her son and the impact of illness on her ability to work.
A southbound Southern Pacific passenger train near Poso California was blown by a heavy explosive charge found beside the rail. The engine remained on the rails and carried the train through the blast while passengers panicked. Fire broke out on brake beams and tracks but was extinguished. authorities were alerted at Paso.
A scrambled page lists numerous items from politics society sports and international events. It mentions a Cannes tragedy a marriage story and market notes along with editorials and regional news. The fragmentary text hints at varied columns including gossip neighbor towns and religious notes.
Sarah Joyce, 71, domestic worker, was found on a hillside below Sylvan avenue near Loquet street Oakland. Coroner McDowell and police suspect a bullet wound but autopsy shows no clear cause of death. John Pulpus, colored, was arrested on suspicion after being seen nearby while the investigation continues with other suspects sought.
STILLWATER Feb 19 A valuable iron ore deposit was found near the city. It is understood that St Paul capitalists have already secured an option on the land where the find lies.
Frank Histel of Center Valley was bitten by a dog three weeks ago and rabies developed last night causing violent spasms. Doctors fear for his recovery as the case draws attention to the rabies threat in the Allentown region. Science of Cooking by Edward Atkinson is listed in the Dispatch for tomorrow.
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