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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1889
Page
4
The paper boasts double the circulation of any rival outside Philadelphia and touts advantages as an advertising medium, noting an established February start.
An old newspaper ad from Pittsburgh for a one year postage free subscription and various weekly rates. It lists daily and Sunday editions with prices per week and per year, including Sundays, and notes delivery details.
The board recommends taking life memberships by younger people. It argues future management rests with today’s youth and that young men should become partners in the Exposition to ensure its growth.
Harrisburg correspondent relays a political worker tale about a man in a reform campaign who is said to have struck a candidate for more money. The piece warns against credulity and notes hypocrisy in politics while defending the need for genuine purity amid such claims.
The article reports on President’s plan to issue two pocket vetoes against the direct tax refunding bill and cites contrasting editorials. The Philadelphia Record warns Pennsylvania would gain little long term, while the Buffalo Hepress suggests surplus funds belong to State treasuries, implying a shift of wealth to states.
The piece argues against tying public policy to union interests. It contends that lowering passenger rates does not reduce travel and would not necessarily cut jobs more than proceeding with current prices. It urges broad public interest over narrow class concerns.
A critic discusses two flaws in modern literature. He argues that overly recondite language hides meaning and that writers chase sensational prurience to outdo Daudet yet fail to provide clear information. The analysis cites Edgar Saleus and his prose.
Saltus is praised for audacious plots with a French flair, but the piece argues modern fiction shows cynical trends. It notes a newspaper condemning a book titled A Disreputable Story while featuring Prado in a serialized life with illicit affairs and fatal endings. The author blames a public with thin minds and a shortage of higher literature.
The House debate centers on the Edmunds resolution and the Monroe doctrine. The minority argues against foreign warnings, especially toward France, while the majority cautions prudence and potential usefulness of France, noting risks in provoking France or leaving other powers unconstrained by warnings.
The Chicago News praised Mr Randall for vowing to ignore caucus constraints on tariff bills while critics urge caucus obedience as essential to party. The piece notes shifting bets on caucus power and cites Senator Ingalls’s sharp remarks about Harrison’s Cabinet and displeasure over Phelps not running the administration.
A New Jersey post mortem on a porker found an empty cranial cavity sparking claims pigs lack brains. The piece counters this generalization, noting it reflects a New Jersey anomaly amid broader political fervor.
In New York a statement claims each year narrows chances for big Wall Street fortunes. The remark suggests investors increasingly see watered stocks as lacking true value.
A Russian prince is arrested in New York for stealing an overcoat while a Portuguese marquis is jailed in Brooklyn for taking two coats. The piece mocks Old World aristocracy influencing Gotham social matches and notes New Yorkers defend their years against these intrusions.
The remark muses on Oscar Wilde considering Le Caron and Pigott, suggesting Wilde might not alter his view if aware of them. It asserts their lying is markedly decayed, using a provocatively ironic premise.
Recognition of steps taken in Arkansas to punish John M. Clayton’s assassins as one suspect is arrested last week by the Democratic deputy of the Democratic United States Marshal. The report notes the arrest and questions state action.
A column recalls Dax Lamponst back-salary approval and Tanor of Colorado urging Thurston as Interior Secretary for anti monopoly aims. It notes Parnell letters fraud weakening Balfour and a Indiana bicyclist allegedly ran over two Supreme Court judges, a blow to wheelmen’s reputation during legislative session.
Jonx Ruskis remains in precarious condition as he pursues work. Mrs Ingalls is deemed a handsome woman with a charming daughter at Washington. President Elect Harrison suffers nerves from strain and early cigars. Lonp Trxxyson thanks readers for birthday wishes to Mr Lowell. Rose Evivanerse CLeveann lives quietly in Florida writing on religious themes. Frederick W Seward enjoys a serene Montrose-on-the-Hudson home after retirement. Joan W Nopwagz of St Louis resembles George Francis Train and is a lawyer with Noble & Orrick, unlikely to join a Cabinet.
Washington February 4 Hon C C Spellman of Springfield Democrat ex state senator sleight of hand performer joins Mrs Spellman at Willards. Herrmann performs a dramatic stage trick linking James G Blaine to a cabinet rumor drawing crowd reactions and later Speilman greets Blaine backstage.
A plumber advises hotel managers that most pipe breaks are avoidable. Do not run water full blast. open basement valves gradually for 5 to 10 minutes to prevent ice buildup at exposed angles and reduce bursts. Turning off water in the basement is the safer method when possible.
A Washington Critic item notes a new mattress making industry booming during the presidential inauguration period. A proprietor claims about 6 000 mattresses on hand and plans 2 000 more before March, with orders from private homes and hotels. He plans to convert his factory for lodgers after visitors arrive.
Mrs. Chris tine Schluchtmer learns of Mrs. Thomas Schultz’s suicide and hoists a flag in Mire Genleubteer receipts to mark the event. Neighbors attempt to remove the flag but are resisted as gossip swirls around a divorce suit and notes from the New York Herald. Evarts chats with Mr. Phelps about an exchange on the Senate floor.
Harrisburg reports reveal a practical politician admitting human flaws and a tale of purity rhetoric masking campaign expenses. A northwest donor exploits delegates and a Sunday school superintendent funds tactics, leading to a $15 kickback and proxy switch, exposing the corrupt side of party purity in politics.
A New York test of church hospitality sent reporters in shabby dress to assess welcome across churches. St George the Martyr First Presbyterian Madison Avenue Methodist welcomed. Fifth Avenue Map Church and West Presbyterian were wary. St Thomas St Bartholomew’s tolerated. Madison Avenue Reformed and Dr Paxton’s West Presbyterian faced clear unwelcomeness.
The new Second Congregational Church in Findlay was dedicated this morning with session ceremonies. It is the sixth church built and dedicated in Findlay within two years and the second completed this month.
Meadville resident Joseph H Lenhart died at 2:45 this morning after a brief illness of congestion of the lungs. Born January 2, 1821 in New Bloomfield, PA, he moved to Meadville in 18__, engaging in mercantile work and gaining prominence through the Ancient Order of United Workmen. He held several offices across the order and belonged to local church, lodges, and community groups. He leaves behind a will and ties to family estates.
In Louisville today W B Belknap a wealthy hardware merchant aged 78 died of heart disease He was Brim field and long identified with Louisville business interests for 43 years Also noted Joseph C Hopper longtime head of the Farmers Haws died at his residence in Camlingle February 24 He passed away from heart disease in his 70s at Homestead manager Emanuel Bird injured in an accident remains at his home in that place.
Our Mail Pouch column provides a concise historical outline of Andorra, noting its status as a valley republic under co sovereignty of France and the Bishop of Urgel. It details its six parishes, 24 member council, annual elections, civil judge appointments, and a small 18 square mile area with about 6000 inhabitants.
A reader’s missive recalls the legend of the first oyster eaten, describing a ninth century incident when a French youth struck by a stone opened it and tasted the mollusk, noting ancient appetite among Greeks and Romans. The writer cites Beeton’s annual 1850 for verity.
A misdated correspondence from Ann Arbor urges Mr. Babcock to avoid marrying a fearful Chicago woman. The writer signs as Jewel and asks for a column reply to warn him about “hunters” and dangers before he acts. A second note from MT. PLEASANT asks about premiums for early American cents and where to sell them, noting the lack of 1783 cents and values for 1785 1806 1807 and 1797 coins.
A reader asks about a child born to American parents on the high seas and which nationality the child would hold or could claim. The question explores jus sanguinis and jus soli considerations, noting potential claims through American citizenship by descent and possible options under maritime law and international norms.
A letter from A. Prencers asks the editor where to address information about Cooper Institute in New York. A reader named Charson Facey also seeks guidance on the plural of man-of-war and requests clarification through the Dispatch columns.
An aged Kentucky revivalist, Rev. Black man Davidson of Owessboro, aged over 70 with 50 years of ministry, still journeys by horse on his circuit to preach at the Methodist Mission Chapel. He has added over three members to his church and travels with his wife nicknamed Wifey. He vows to die in harness.
Nathan Adair and his wife of Jeffersonville have six children in three years. Twin boys appeared first, then a daughter a year ago, and yesterday three more siblings arrived two girls and a boy. The parents’ appearance is ordinary and the husband plans to care for the children.
A large buzzard wearing a wing bell was captured at Coal Cabin in York County. The bell, attached by a wire to the left wing, rang as the bird flew. The bird had been seen in the area for years and many attempts to capture it had failed. How the bell was placed remains a mystery.
Henry Goodale near East Tawas reports a sand-hole dig for a barn foundation that yielded 182 snakes and two swifts. The captured reptiles spanned several varieties and were largely inactive, with only a few showing forked tongues.
Washington reports unprecedented demand for viewing seats during the inauguration procession. Windows command 25 to 150 dollars, with stands selling out as crowds vie for prime views. Rooms and meals spike in price as locals seek stay-ahead arrangements for the event.
Senator Stanford may view the inaugural procession from his home on E street as crowds offer rooms along the march route. A clerk attracted hotel offers for guests while a local hotelier boasted spaces for a four window hall with access to a saloon and dancing. The Stanford party declined the tempting offers.
The main streets lie scarred for ten days as a platform is built for sightseers to view the inaugural parade. President Cleveland says he has not been on the avenue and asks why the inquiry arose.
A navy retiree tells how a Halloween night confrontation escalated when he confronted a crowd ringers and fought a man he later learns is Lt. Johnson, a former naval academy classmate, leading to a reunion over drinks at his home after 15 years.
A polished British captain on six months leave visits Washington for eight hours. He enjoys a brisk itinerary with a dinner and theater, observes a notorious Texan in a slouch hat, and notes American life during a late-night train to New York.
Yesterday's Dispatch summarizes gambling at Monte Carlo with the Prince of Wales among big players. It notes the Queen's drawing room set for tomorrow and Americans to be presented. It covers Parnell trial developments, Samoan diplomacy comments, and diverse reports from politics to culture across the world.
In Fort Worth Texas February 14 a switch engine No 16 of the Missouri Kansas and Texas road killed sixth man in two years John Galtman a coal chute man stepping onto the MK&T rail from the Fort Worth and Denver line the engine severed his head and cut off a foot leaving a widow and two children in San Diego The engine already reputedly cursed having killed a brakeman a engineer and a fireman and scalded another in recent incidents with the cylinder head bursting recently out only two weeks abstaining from shop work railroad men remain superstitious about the locomotive.
Washington reports Mrs Hearst hosted a Colonial cotillion on Tuesday night. Most men wore Colonial outfits, adding to the event’s charm. A legation man sparked talk by sending immaculate white riding trousers with a box of roses and a tender note to a beloved, a mishap that caused much amusement when opened.
The Washington Star notes tickets state Call dress is required for the inaugural ball. Public interpretation varies with many thinking full dress means swallow Tail coat. Some worry retirement limits attendance for those lacking such attire. Mr Britton says fall dress should be read as requested or expected to enforce propriety.
A Philadelphia press caption recalls a financier visiting a studio with a friend. He seeks a portrait of his wife but the friend explains the request aims at her mother and a talking likeness, leaving the husband to clarify his true intent.
Fragmented verse notes longing for sea air and a return to familiar places. Mentions grassy shores glittering streets and a wish to see summer and spring again. Ends with affectionate, uncertain reflections on homeland and dreamlike imagery.
A garbled, wide ranging recap of curiosities including a crow bounty repeal in Maine, stamp exhibitions in Amsterdam, a two headed snake in Santa Cruz, a Davenport street mishap with coins, crow-baiting farm in Missouri, a Williamsburg wedding note, and various anecdotes about churchmen, travel fears, a mindless bird brain, an asylum letter, and a Chinese financier. The piece blends marvels with social anecdotes and speculative inventions from 1880s reportage.
A collage of whimsical queries and headlines from a late 19th or early 20th century paper. It threads odd animal and people exchanges, gossipish lines, and playful quips about dogs, marriages, and modest ambitions with scattered cartoonish dialogue.
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