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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1892

Page

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Political Row Over Silver Tariff Bills and Cabinet Seats

Congressional factions clash over silver and tariff measures as Mr Bland and Mr Springer push party discipline. Investigation into labor issues is authorized by Mr Tarsney, while junketing to Chicago raises questions of cost and influence for the World's Fair funding. Morrison Palmer and Cleveland factiones loom in Illinois for presidential nomination battles.

Winger Palmer Morrison Cleveland Chicago Ie Silver J. Holman Ecameus Harter Ohio Crisp Pringer Messrs Bland Iernoon Committee On Rules Blond Reublicans Harrison Springer Tersney Labor of the House Committee On Labor Tarsney Federation of Labor Knights of Abor Aber Tarsway Mr. Springer Senator Palmer Farmer Morrison Inter-State Commerce Commission Ee Pook Fae Ant Hill Tillnois Illinois Junketers Palmer House Grand Pacific Peffer

Iron Master George D. Kelly Ends His Life in Shenango Valley

George D. Kelly, a leading pig iron producer and partner in Pierce Kelly Co., shot himself at an empty car near Sharpsville after leaving the works in good spirits. At about 48, he left a wife and several children, with no clear motive evident as the community mourns an influential Sharpsville figure.

G. D. Kelly Shenango Valley Swakon George D. Kelly Pierce, Kelly & Co Sharpsville Kelly Isness

Murder in Italian Colony Near Kings Park Shocks Community

A Kings Park New York report describes a colony of Italian laborers living in squalid huts near an insane asylum site. Dominico Di Carlo was killed by No 12 Francesco Artiballo in a christening jubilee aftermath after a prior knife fight. The inquest found No 12 responsible. no search was made, and community focus lingered on domestic violence issues.

Kings Park N. Y Kings County John Sosciavo Dominico di Carlo No. 12 Frangesco Artiballa Old Country America New York Nicolstogio Volpe di Carlo Carlo Rodman Huntington Inspector Byrnes Mulberry Street Long Island Joe Butz Potters Field King’s Park

Perry's Tale a Myth About Express Robber Perry

Syracuse Feb 24 Special The claim that Oliver Curtis Perry forged a friendship with Garza the Mexican bandit and that Garza lived in Syracuse is exposed as a romance. Local memories recall Perry as a lifelong liar, and the dates he cites do not match known facts.

Syracuse Oliver Curtis Perry Lyons Garza Perry

Morals Tested as Family Plans in Lyon Case

A fragmented report suggests a father in Leon’s case considered aiding his son’s ex ordeal under threat from a desperado. The motive appears to be fear of vengeance, with plans discussed to protect or assist despite moral concerns.

Leon Lyons

Unusual German's cremation at Buffalo crematory

Frederick Moet a wealthy German and longtime Buffalo Democrat employee died Friday at 76 and left a will prescribing a funeral at his estate. His body was cremated with band, quartet, and a feast at a cafe as guests watched the burning body through the oven and then shared a meal funded by his bequest.

Buffrao Frederick Moet Buffalo Crematory Moet Ash Street Buffalo Democrat

Keeley Cure Adopted by U S Government for Military Homes

An official Keeley Institute notice says the United States Government has authorized Keeley treatment in national and state military homes. Superintendent Persons says doctors will administer Keeley care at moderate cost, while awaiting further government visits and possible impact on public health policy.

United States Waitt N.Y Leslie E. Keeley Persons Keeley Institute White Plains Keeney Dwienr Mr. Persons Laguiz E. Keeler Dr. Keeley Keeley Astate Haynor Committee of Public Health

Tabernacle Sale to Satisfy Debt in Talmage Case

Brooklyn tabernacle built by Dr. Talmage faces auction after Charles T. Wills wins foreclosure for 52,216. Sheriff sale will be in one parcel, subject to Russell Sage mortgage. After costs and liens, funds go to the plaintiff. surplus to county treasurer. The building cost over 400,000, and trustees failed to raise funds. ongoing struggle to meet running expenses.

New Yor Charles T. Wills Dr. Talmage Tabernacle Brooklyn Pratt Russell ‘Sage Mary Wills

Trusted but Gone Astray in New Orleans

Charles F. Jumenville, long time Canal Bank receiving teller, vanished after defalcating about $3000. A respected New Orleans creole, over 50, married with grown children, his sudden flight surprised colleagues and the public. No other irregularities detected as investigators search for his whereabouts.

New Opneans Charles F. Jumenville Canal Bank Jumenville New Orleans

Insane Man Disrupts Baltimore Cathedral Mass

A disturbed man, Thomas Finneran, entered the Cathedral during the 6 o'clock mass in Baltimore and caused panic among female worshipers. He tore at his clothing, tried to force women to leave, and had to be escorted out by Bexton O'Connor and officers. He was examined by physicians and committed to Mt. Hope Asylum at relatives' request.

Baltimore Thomas Finneran Finneran Bexton O'Connor Central Mt. Hope Asylum Mt. Hope

Prohibition Bill Passes Senate In February Vote

Des Moines report says the liquor license bill advanced on party lines in the Senate with 25 yeas to 23 nays as two members were absent, leaving a required majority of the 53 voting members unmet.

Des Mores Senate

Grover Cleveland Favored by Buckeye Democrats for 1892 Ticket

A Cleveland nomination appears likely with Campbell as running mate if Ohio aligns behind him. Hurd supports Cleveland and says a meeting of Ohio Democrats will shape Buckeye support. Hill supporters face opposition as Cleveland allies push for a gold standard and tariff as revenue.

W. F. Vilas Hurd Cleveland Dispatch Hill New York Great West Saka Tammangy Tlanvs Ohio Buckeyedam Campbell Harter Mansfield Johnson Harrison Blaine William McKinley Sonaress America

Powell Leads Cleveland Democrats Rally for 1887 Governor Bid

General Thomas E. Powell, Democratic gubernatorial candidate in 1887, spoke at a mass meeting urging Hill supporters to unite. He noted over 500 Democrats signed Friday’s call and said Cleveland backers will press Outhwaite to align with Hill. Cleveland organizers also planned a separate meeting.

Thomas E. Powell Powell Cleveland Campbell National Administration Hill Congressman Outhwaite

War Memories Revived in Style Toom Across the River

A Grand Army procession reaches the Grand Opera House led by General Hayes' Post No 3. Armed sentinels guard entry as veterans stream in. At 100 the encampment opens with tall officers and a welcome by Judge Collier on behalf of Allegheny County Grand Army veterans.

Ae J Duquesne Hayes Grand Army Band Palmer Department Grand Opera House Boyer P. Town Abraham Levering P. Gobin Vanderslice and Denniston Sayers John P. Taylor John Taylor Pbia Frank Patterson P. Tyson Charles A. Suydam Chill W. Hazzard George Hadd H. H. Bengough A. P. Batesfield E. A. Montooth Judge Collier Grand Army of the Republic of Allegheny County

New Municipal Party Planned by Noted New York Figures

A group of prominent New Yorkers, including E. C. Benedict Henry R. Boker Cornelius N. Bliss and Seth Low, promote forming the City Club of New York to oppose corrupt officials and illiteracy in municipal government. The aim is to recruit honest leaders and separate city affairs from national politics with a new reform movement.

New York New York City Union League Republican Manhattan City Club of Uegenens E. C. Benedict Henry R Boker Cornelius N. Bliss Benjamin F. Bristow Henry W. Common Joseph H. Choate Edward Cooper Robert Collyer W. RK. Cruger George William Curtis Charles Fairchild Richard Watson Gilder Abrams Hewitt John N. Inman Seth Low D. C. Mills Charles H. Parkhurst Alex E. Orr Brooklyn Sam Sloane Charles Stewart Smith General Wager Swayne Cornelius Vanderbilt Horace White Arles TL. Tiffany Elihu Root H. M. Flagler John Jay Adrian Iselin Henry W. Poor George IL. Ehives James A. Roosevelt Augustus St. Gaudens

Morals Before Expediency in Party Nominations

Oswald Ottendorfer, editor of the New York Staats-Zeitung, warns from Albany that nominating Mr. Hill may cost the Democrats the presidency. He cites Hill’s hook or crook rhetoric versus Curtis and Cleveland stressing moral principles and fears the nomination could shift the race westward.

New York Albany Oswald Ottendorfer New*York Staats-Zeitang Hill Hook Crook George William Curtis Brooklyn Grover Cleveland St Ann Arbor

A Point for Acheson Prominent Citizens Backed Move

Movonxgahela City February 24 Special The movement to return the old member to Harrisburg found expression as a committee of prominent citizens called on Mr Lawrence who said he would serve another year in Harrisburg if elected to the Assembly. It is assumed Mr Finley cannot seek Congress due to locality, favoring E P F Acheson of Washington as the leading candidate for Congress.

Congress Mr. Noble Interior Noble Reid Paris Carter Montana Land Office Stewart Andy Committee On Sections Haugen Wisconsin Dean Ohio Act Craig Congre Ostmaster Wanamaker Mr. Stone LigHtTx Movonxgahela E. P F. Acheson Washington

Western outlook narrows Democratic presidential field

The Washington correspondent reports that sentiment in Washington is that neither Hill nor Cleveland can secure the nomination. The nominee is expected to come from the West, a view echoed in the capital discussions.

New York the Herald Washington Hill Cleveland

Ex-Governor Whyte Speaks on Presidential Tickets

Ex-Governor and ex-Senator William Pinkney Whyte closes an interview predicting Whitelaw Reid as the likely Republican Vice Presidential nominee for this year. The remark notes signs of the times pointing to Reid's candidacy.

Baltmior William Pinkney Whyte Whitelaw Reid Republican Party

Committee on revision of Democratic Societies of Pennsylvania meets March 11

A meeting of the committee on revision of the constitution of the Democratic Societies of Pennsylvania will be held in the Bolton House in Hanerssvee on March 11.

Hanerssvee Bolton House

Powell Working for Hill in Ohio Political Shuffle

In Columbus on February 24, Hill sentiment surfaced at a large meeting. A committee was appointed to cooperate with four similar clubs in another part of the city and arrange coordinated action.

CoLumbus Ohio

The Silver Issue To Be Forced And The War On Crime

A compact page list shows topics including The Law and Order Appeals and Clinching Crews on a Murderer. It reports on social gossip, tax assessments, and congress, with notes on prohibitionists, Cleveland politics, and foreign news. Also mentions market and labor topics and the Nicaragua Canal debates.

Frank Hurd Nafe Cleveland Grand Army Great Biull Pasteur Institute Sarrison Nicaragua Canal London

Tributes and figures mark Pittsburg encampment session

Delegates gathered in Pittsburg with greetings from Judge Collier and General Gobin. Commander Boyer reported state results showing 607 posts and 43,411 members at year end 1891, a net loss of 5,403 with 756 deaths and 3,391 suspended.

Pittsburg J. W. Sayres Gobin Collier Pennsylvania Allegheny Os

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SAUER Etecal T Brreau The Disrator Wasuryotos D. C Iron Man Nicola Orlando Nicola Clover Talmage Hammer Russell Sage Cleveland and Buckeye Democrats Grover McKinley Beavers Toledo Lawrence Neal Calvin Brice McLean Cincinnati Mr. Neal Gerry Ann Arbor Pennsylvania Department G. A Grand House Department of Pennsylvania Staats Zeitang Acheson W. O. Russell
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