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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1892
Page
7
November 1 notice in volume four issue one reports a second-close matter at Pillsberg Postaliive handled by Artera with details readable in the fragment.
The article argues for a canal from the Ickes to the Ohio as a major state issue. It urges voters to press the Republican State Convention to pledge support for canal construction and to mobilize at county conventions next month to back pro canal candidates for Legislature and the U.S. Senate.
The piece argues that opponents of free coinage will filibuster to block the Bland bill, wasting public time and money. It says the issue should be decided by the people, proposing the bill pass the House and Senate, then be vetoed by the President to force clear accountability.
The Cooley brothers remain at large defying Fayette county Sheriff and a proposed deal by their father offers surrender in exchange for a fair trial. The piece argues a sheriff cannot promise leniency and stresses that American law guarantees due process for every prisoner, regardless of surrender.
The fragment discusses the possibility of a new trial after a case has been heard and questions the fairness of admitting certain promises. It mentions Cooley and a mountain setting, suggesting a misinformed or misguided invocation of justice and legality. The text reflects legal indecision and potential ignorance of foundational legal principles.
The resignation follows a chain of disclosures showing municipal vice and poor selection standards. Citizens must demand honesty and character in a new mayor, discarding party lines to foster a radical, permanent change and a hopeful new regime on the Northside.
The piece notes talk of a gold premium on Wall Street tied to free coinage and presidential veto power. It warns against gold gambling, predicts the premium reflects silver value, and suggests current silver speculation may dominate as the gold market remains limited by policy.
The French crisis stems from the long running Church and State issue. The cabinet fell as coalition forces disagreed on a middle course, yet the French people reacted with quiet restraint. The piece notes twenty-two years of republican rule teach self governance through experience.
The Herald quotes a warning that a war with Chile would leave the United States with an army lacking battleships and mired in outdated tactics. It argues California to Valparaiso transport would fail without fast merchant steamers and notes U S ports would lack a merchant fleet on both Pacific and Atlantic fronts.
The text argues against a war with Chile as unnecessary and unpatriotic. It asserts that seeking peace is a more American path and that those who pressured war failed to uphold national welfare. It notes a later Tribune statement should have previously rebuked war hawks and now presents facts supporting restraint.
The London Lancet warned famine could spread contagion beyond Russia. Pittsburg’s safeguards show we cannot ignore distant crises, recalling 1788-89 France famine that spurred relief and the French Revolution amid typhus fears and rising unrest.
The Philadelphia Ledger disputes the claim that low water in a locomotive boiler caused an explosion. It cites Manual experiments showing a well made boiler cannot explode this way, even when heated to redness and water is added.
A proposed New Jersey Legislature measure would permit street car riders to refuse fare until seats are provided. If adopted locally, it could raise tipping or kicking as people wait for cars, effectively becoming vertical sardines during the wait.
A proposed scheme named Circaco aims to win congressional favor through lavish banquets and entertainment. The plan discusses a 5,000,000 appropriation or loan as the funding mechanism, suggesting the approach is designed to sway lawmakers with perks and hospitality.
The Real Estate Convention adopts a member’s resolution to appoint a committee with one delegate from each state to work with the League of American Wheelmen to secure better roads. The League has done good work and should receive encouragement and support.
A London based monopolist amassed five million dollars from the sole right to sell literature on most English railways following the death of W H Smith.
A proposal by Rep Mitchell of Wisconsin would require fifty copies of every copyrighted book to be deposited with the Librarian of Congress for distribution to leading state libraries. Opponents call it an inequitable tax on authorship that would hinder American literature.
The President grows associated with procrastination as delays in meetings in Miling Pennsylvania and ongoing recalls of Exon hinder campaign progress and force continued handling of pending duties.
A strong plea declares it a disgrace that the city lacks a well equipped hospital for contagious diseases. The author warns against waiting for a serious epidemic and stresses immediate effort and action to secure a necessary public health facility.
A remark suggests that Representatives who oppose appropriations for Indian education would benefit from learning about justice and economy, hinting at self interest and the need for broader understanding.
A fragmentary report notes a smoky cold spell and an odd remark about a national laundry attachment. It suggests misgivings about the Agricultural Department and any hint of piracy within official ventures.
Authorities escalate energy measures to seize Garza. Officials say the Wind class risk appears to deepen the mystery surrounding his fate, mirroring past cases like that of Clar- He Boss.
The New York Herald contends phone subscribers are worthy of public sympathy and calls for organized action to seek redress and improved services. It urges subscribers to unite to pressure providers for better facilities and relief from their grievances.
The article notes Barovn's Irish bill showing few cod results and hints the issue goes beyond his division of the country into baronies.
The southern movements of icebergs begin later than usual as northwesterly gales increase hazards for North Atlantic navigators. Ice at a safe distance is striking while close contact remains terrifying to mariners.
King Coan aims to force charges on the public as he plans to bowl out competition and reshape the local deal. The terse note hints at a power move by the Reading figure to dominate the market and impose costs on citizens.
A fragmented piece notes a questionable reference to a strangulation method tied to a vague “JoWy old soul.” It also mentions Congressional visitors to Chicago focusing on grade crossings and a rise in Paris bread prices. The text applauds a French cookery claim and critiques Balfour's local government as a useless measure.
President Harrison may receive guidance from Mexican President Diaz who is pursuing a fourth term, as Diaz considers tactics for a renewed presidency.
RN. Ware of Pennsylvania writes to The Dispatch detailing astronomy observations about the sunspot that once covered 7,000,000,000 square miles breaking into about 20 fragments. The letter discusses auroral displays and argues auroras arise from Earth’s conditions and solar activity is not the sole cause.
Crisp arrives at Fortress Monroe for a few days rest while others plan moves and travels. Robert Louis Stevenson may relocate to Tahbita. Kyeve BenLew and Mrs. Potter discuss a theater in Calcutta. Frank F. Gammer of Oklahoma named to World’s Columbian Exposition commission. Eugene Freip keeps all royalty checks from Scribner’s, totaling over $3,000. Senator Morrill hosts weekly Washington whist gatherings with official friends.
A novel legal question arises in D. Lake Preston as the Chicago and Northwestern and Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroads cross at right angles. A connecting telegraph line above a plaintiff’s house allegedly carried lightning into the home during a July thunderstorm, injuring the plaintiff. He sues the two railroads and the Western Union Telegraph Company for damages totaling uncertain amount.
Captain Pratt manager of the Carlisle Indian School denounces the Catholic Church accusing it of paying Congressmen to attack National Indian Schools. He argues parochial schools receive three times government aid versus other denominations and condemns Indian soldiers and reservations as detrimental to the church agenda. He cites statements by Congressmen Stockdale and Mansur in Gettysburg during an Inter-Seminary Alliance session.
Washington report notes Democratic Ways and Means plan to bring up the tariff debate in the House soon after next week. It mentions minimal Republican opposition and a possible later vote on the wool and related measures.
Clippings note friction in Pennsylvania politics and governance. The column cites local references to Philadelphia water, a biased justice system in Pennsylvania, and a surge of spring poems in the papers.
Brazilian Consul General Senor Macedo received official advices that the November 21 1921 decree delaying January 19 1922 goes into effect May 1 1922. The postponement follows protests by American exporters who say the decree demands excessive information for shipments to Brazil and lists extensive data for goods and forwarder declarations.
A Louisiana lawyer claims the tract at Hooneville remains open to entry. The fight concerns the town site near New Madrid county where an earthquake submerged lands. A.C. Witecomb seeks entry on 100 acres, arguing the New Madrid claim predates a government survey. lawyers’ committee to investigate appointed.
A newsboy is assaulted in San Francisco as a tough escapes battered while bystanders gape. a brutal street abduction in Wittshoro ends with a woman beaten and hospitalized after bystanders seek help. The captions rail against primitive versus ripe civilization.
William McWilliams longtime editor and printer in Western Pennsylvania died suddenly yesterday at the Almmerman House in Mornis from the grip. He was about 60 years old and well known in Pittsburgh for work across many offices. He edited the Armstrong Democrat in the 1870s and founded the Saltsburg Press. He led the Dispatch job department in Greensburg and fathered Alec McWilliams, foreman of the Dispatch composing room. He leaves three sons and a daughter. He was a practitioner of the art preservative and a nature inspired poet whose verses circulated locally.
John B. Sherriff longtime local entrepreneur and head of J. B. Sherriff, Son & Co. dies at his daughter's home. He was 41 years a resident since moving from Lawrence County in 18a and served as president of the American Vault Safe and Look Company. He leaves six children and was active in the Westminister Church and sanitary efforts during the war. Funeral at Westminister Church Buena Vista Street Allegheny Monday at 1 oclock A M.
Mrs Ann Fletcher McKeage, oldest resident of Houndaysburg and last of a storied clan, died aged noted in legacy of Revolutionary and War of 1812 ancestors. She recalled Francis Scott Key writing the Star Spangled Banner near Baltimore and Fort Medley bombardment as a keen, aged eyewitness. Her Civil War captain son Captain John McKeage is well known in the state.
Mrs. Rose Peyton widow of Sergeant Patrick Peyton of the Second United States Artillery dies in Detroit. She aided her husband during the Pueblo siege for 26 days, carrying coffee and refreshments across the Death Road between Castle Loretto and fortifications, braving Mexican fire and bullets without injury.
John Weir 44, brother of County Commissioner Weir and former superintendent Gamble Weir, died yesterday at his sister’s Uniontown residence. He lived near Olle Pyle in Fayette County, was once a foreman in his brother’s wagon factory, and died after bronchitis contracted in a rain. Remains will be taken to Pliteburg for interment beside Gambie Weir in Greenwood Cemetery near Sharpsbure.
J Robinson Gray died after a short illness at his Greene county home Gray's Landing. He led the distillery business inherited from his father Captain William Gray, son of the founder of the distillery over 61 years. He was 60 or 66 years old and a Republican. Other obituaries mention the mother of Senator Squires of Washington, Jane, and Alfred Thices, Union Hotel proprietor of Linwood, Pa., who died of pneumonia. Baron Stafford-Jermingham died of brain softening. Kansay E Leaman, 60, midstate businessman and Lehigh Valley Brass Works owner, also noted. A. Thoore, physician of Kylestown, Clearfield county, found dead at Mansion House after attending his father’s funeral. The piece lists several deaths with scant details and minor biographical notes.
A Daughters of the Revolution event at Mrs. Robert McKnight’s house celebrated the first birthday of the Pittsburgh chapter. Miss Julia Harding spoke on Early Doves in Pittsburgh, with tea and social readings amid a literary gathering featuring Madame Le Plonzeon and a new Edgewoodville literary club.
Oil City reports the Ivy Club’s last night reception drawing large attendance from Pittsburg and Allegheny. A shadow pantomime follows at Wilkinsburg Opera House for the Deaf World’s Fair Saving Club benefit to aid a Pennsylvania home for those afflicted with loss of sight speech or hearing. Lent revives small social events among the exclusive. Mrs B F Jones plans a formal affair on Thursday. Dorcas Society hosts 25 members at Edwwoodville preparing items for Southside Hospital.
The Toledo Blade reports Governor Boles omitted silver references in a Denver banquet address, a move seen as signaling a potential presidential bid. Local observers note the speech left unclear goals while emphasizing fiscal reform and national leadership.
Garza, a figure with around 40 followers, showcases his social circle and status in contemporary Chicago society. The piece highlights his community ties and current influence among supporters.
Unnamed newspapers quote Ward McAllister trimming the New York 400 from 400 to 130 or 160, decrying his influence on fashion and saying only a few remain truly socially acceptable. The debate spans multiple papers, noting his power over who belongs and who is excluded.
A mix of short items and curiosities reports diverse facts from around the world. Topics include Chinese shoemakers in California, a long serving Oregon woman, science notes on temperature and water, a Kansas farmer’s mislaid debt, Yale freshmen substitutions, color varieties of chrysanthemums, and various oddities from volcano ashes to court cases and animal tales.
A fragmented comic dialogue features Mr. McAllister and others trading quips about valentines and fortunes. Characters reference officials, foreign observers, and a dry goods clerk, weaving satire on wealth, status, and chance while a narrator recounts fleeting scenes and quirky exchanges.
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