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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1889
Page
11
The Dispatch notes its circulation exceeds that of any paper outside Philadelphia, highlighting its power as an advertising medium and urging advertisers to use its platform.
The piece condemns the Tory government and the London Times for accusing Parnell and allies of assassins links. It notes the Royal Commission and Attorney General defense of the Times collapsed as informers and Pigott’s testimony discredited the allegations. The author calls the Gladstonian victory a major setback for Tory opponents.
A memorial by 600 linemen opposed to underground electric wires highlights class interests over public safety. The piece argues laws directing undergrounding should be enforced, noting New York now has a mayor who upholds that pledge.
The New York Press weighs the Board of Arbitration and Mediation's report amid strikes. It questions enforceability of binding verdicts, unequal impact on parties, and risks of involuntary servitude and wage controls under state action.
The passage argues that liberty and wages should not be fixed by official verdict but protected by the government’s founding principles. It emphasizes controlling access to life essentials and argues for individual liberties in economic decisions.
The DisPatcH urges that a proposed Harrisburg grade crossing bill apply to the entire state not just Philadelphia and Allegheny areas. It argues the measure could deter new railroads, disrupt switches, and favors urban control, urging a substitute or city jurisdiction.
The correspondence argues the orphans schools may be closed by transfer to state normal schools, but condemns the syndicate's methods as not honest public conduct. It cites large profits, inadequate diet as profits drivers, and warns public funds must remain dedicated to orphans. It notes press power insufficient to oust the syndicate and urges safeguards against private gain from state charity.
In Newark a new form of sacred concert mixed whisky and boxing as singers were pugilists and a sports audience gathered. Police with officers raided and arrested all during the height of the show, revealing a lack of respect for originality in New Jersey.
Taxpayers scrutinize New York State measures as paper used for the Assembly chamber ceiling prompts a probe. The inquiry targets the contractor and questions the committee chair and majority, while critics warn of whitewash and further costs to stabilize the aging Capitol.
The New York Herald argues that partisan abuse targets leaders beyond Cleveland, noting earlier vitriol toward Arthur Hayes and Grant. It recalls damaging terms used for Grant and asserts ongoing sharp rhetoric is common. The piece also comments on new states admitting four stars to flags and flags on schoolhouses.
A column critiques a rising coal syndicate aiming to set wage margins and curb outside competition across Kanawha and regional coal fields. It jokes about naval quests to Pago Pago, cabinet rumors, railroad conventions, and inspector reports, while lampooning political leaders and press claims.
A noisy column blends rail crowding at Shadyside with calls for law limits on vehicle overloading. Observers blame the public and urge stronger city transport rules as a dangerous trend and a broader critique of American overcrowding in streets and cars.
A survey of high profile events includes Mrs Ole Bull's new Cambridge house, Chinese minister’s visa paperwork arriving in Washington, and Miss Terry’s Lady Macbeth praised by M. Antoine of Theater Libre Paris. Mrs Cleveland and George W. Childs attend a christening in Washington.
A note from the Oil City Bilizard laments that post office confidence circulars go to deceased voters, arguing such tactics reveal a candidate's friendliness and good will despite little practical impact.
The New York World reports the United States government captures or silences the figure named Ove Bismarck in Bismarck North Dakota. The piece notes the difficulty in controlling Prince Bismarck and highlights the arrest or detention action taken by authorities.
The London Standard critiques the new electric omnibus, noting dangers to pedestrians and the loss of life and romance from horse traffic. It foresees horses disappearing if electric vehicles succeed, likening the scene to a subdued railway with a gloomy, automatic city.
An 19th century Boston report warns of naptha inhalation as a trendy intoxication among rubber factory workers in the area. It notes fumes from boiler vents cause exhilaration, convulsions, and bodily swelling, with claims of immigrant workers popularizing the habit. The piece mentions other vices and mocks censure, urging restraint and noting factory measures to lock valves.
Washington February 23. The Inaugural Committee organized telegraph stations along the march line with messenger riders and mounted police to relay orders quickly. Hastings and Col Thad Sailer will oversee the setup at the grandstand area to prevent breakups and crowding seen four years ago.
New York reports successful tests of Essick's Type writing Telegraph linking New York Philadelphia and Pittsburg over 740 miles. The keyboard operated device transmits to a printing terminal, produces plain print on wide paper, and may replace the telephone. Journalists witnessed the line's performance under varied weather.
Indianapol is special telegram reports that just before the Indiana Supreme Court split for dinner they agreed a decision limiting bicycle use of sidewalks. Three minutes later Judge Coffey was struck by a bicycle rider, injuring him severely. The opinion holds a rider who acts “rudely and recklessly” is liable for assault and battery, and that bicycles have no greater sidewalk rights than other vehicles.
Harrisburg February 23 Ex Master Workman Rankin of Dauphin County is invited by the W C T U to speak seven nights starting March 1 in Steelton. The Steel Works employs 3 000 men and will hear the case for the prohibition amendment.
A Portsmouth burglar, after breaking into the smallpox hospital, plans to break out, reflecting a lighthearted downtown sentiment reported in the Boston Herald.
Death notices from Baltimore and other cities report Sister Mary Cecilia Smith of the Convent of the Viaita Howbins ott dying at the age listed in the year, General Persifer Fmith famed for Mexican War service, Henry McShane bell founder of Baltimore dying of heart failure at Mount Washington, and ex Mayor Martin A Howell of New Brunswick NJ dying after a brief illness.
Special Telegram from Washington reports contrast between Lincoln and Harrison as the first Republicans at the capital. Lincoln, humble and unostentatious, arrived in plain rooms at Willard's Hotel. Harrison travels in a private car, occupying a splendid suite in a detached section of the Arlington with royal style and extravagant furnishings.
A reader argues that modern private cars and luxurious apartments reflect rulers’ need to awe the people. The piece contrasts founders like Washington and Adams with today, suggesting magnificence can illustrate democratic inclusion through universal luxury access.
The piece recounts Representative Littleton Wilde Moore of Texas known as Lit, once a county judge, who faced a legal flap over a poker game. It also praises John Willock Noble of St. Louis as a potential Interior Secretary, noting class divisions among Missouri Republicans.
An unnamed but trusted source says Senator Palmer of Inte may join President Harrison's political household and could become head of the Department of Agriculture. The speaker urges Palmer to organize the bureau into a strong, practical arm for farming and stock interests, hoping for confirmation soon after March 4.
CaRNAJOHARTE N Y February Mrs Frank Leslie sold her weekly illustrated papers to W J Arkell of Judge with transfers effective May 1 The policy will remain independent and nine aggressive The present staff will stay on and new skill added Both English and German editions are included in the sale
An Atchison woman raised a family of daughters with a vow that none would marry a Miss Curtain a Democrat or a man named John. The first daughter defies the rule by marrying a man who satisfies all three conditions.
The item mocks haste in annexing Canada and notes Montreal plans harbor improvements costing millions. It suggests the legislature should address the topic and that newspapers have outgrown their workload, urging a careful approach.
Jennie F Betts reflects on a century old love note found in a legal tome. The verse hints at a hidden romance between a client and a lawyer with a line addressed to Dorothy and a lingering question of true love.
In Harrisburg February 2 soldiers in the House prompt stories of Civil War valor. Captain Clay of Elk County orders a Confederate general to remove insignia in Virginia postwar, and the clash ends with the stars cut from Rosser’s uniform. Captain Skinner of Fulton County and a Potter county veteran’s moving recall follow, revealing enduring Union loyalty.
New York reports a Brooklyn man says his wife shot herself after a quarrel. coroner to decide. Police raid Harry Hill’s Pavilion in Flushing during a cock fight and arrest 15 participants. E Berry Wall faced contempt in a tailor’s bill case, blame blamed on brother’s death in California.
Alfred A Liscomb starts a city to Washington walk next Monday after losing an election bet to George Griffith of Philadelphia. Griffith traveled to witness Mayor Grant's inauguration, now paying the penalty. Arthur Levarson the actor faced Justice Duffy for abandonment and support, agreeing to give Kate Levarson 10 weekly during divorce proceedings.
In Philadelphia the dog Prince, owned by William Harrison of 2045 Bainbridge Street, died after mourning his master who passed away Friday. The loyal terrier refused to eat since the death, growing weak and moaning as he starved himself, a testament to a long companionship at the gas works.
A garbled ballad style AP dispatch narrates record cold in the Northwest with Minnesota and Dakota cities named. It notes 5 below in one place and widespread frost, snow blocking trains, and a grim mood as winter tightens its grip.
A collage of brief curiosities and oddities from around the world. Topics include a morphine craze, a German railway bill, Nebraska marriage promo, European and American anecdotes, statues for Jenny Lind, and feats of engineering in China and Germany.
A hodgepodge of quips and social jokes from various columns. Bits reference war reconts and engagements, political remarks on Ireland, an American flag anecdote in class, and a humorous exchange about a white rabbit fed with papa's cigar stubs. The fragmentary items read like scattered newspaper humor and social vignettes.
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