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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1892
Page
15
The Beaver county justice ruled dehorning cattle not cruel after Humane Society tested the practice amid debate by experts. The element of public revolt against animal treatment looms as dehorning grows nationwide, prompting renewed discussion and potential higher-tribunal review.
The article notes most of the past six Secretaries of the Treasury in twelve years broke down under duties, naming McCulloch Fairchild Folger Manning Windom Foster as examples, while two lasted longer. It argues the Treasury could be split into 3 or 4 departments with distinct functions such as internal revenue, customs, public loans and currency, and building custody possibly moved to the Post Office. It suggests a division would raise efficiency and reduce political fatigue.
A New Jersey judge warns that sustained grand jury refusal to indict may halt presentments. A New York contemporary questions a judge’s right to refuse presentments when indictments are blocked. The exchange ponders whether persistent nonindictment signals public will and whether grand juries can nullify laws.
A fragment argues that treating the law as a dead letter erodes social order and mirrors anarchic logic. It questions whether this perspective represents a broader societal shift or a dangerous disregard for legal norms.
William E. Curtis surveys the reciprocity movement from its inception through early proposals and a few rejected treaties to its current gains in trade totals. He cautions that current legislation does not create a perfect system but shows how tariff concessions can improve relations among American nations. The piece stresses business engagement as key to expanding markets and reaping prosperity.
A Boston Globe critique questions a tariff portrayal of egg taxes, arguing the claim that American hens pay 250 dollars over eight years is a false calculation. The piece distinguishes duties on imported eggs from taxes on American products and urges clarity in tariff debate.
The Editors Study in Harper's Magazine reviews W D Howells criticism of realism and Curtis essays. It parades Howells as the Future rival to Romanticism while noting his overemphasis on schools and dogma. The piece argues true literary service lies in spirit and sentiment, not rigid classifications.
The passage argues that Howells first cites love of literature as central to criticism yet then refutes his own theory by citing his career. It claims his best work colors everyday life with elevated sentiment in titles like Their Wedding Journey A Chance Acquaintance and A Foregone Conclusion, arguing he cannot align with the frauds he seeks to expose.
Several Eastern newspapers press for Mr. Egan’s recall from Chile arguing his presence harms U S interests. Chile’s recall decision spares relations from rupture, but his continued tenure is seen as betraying diplomatic norms and commercial talks. A replacement with a more agreeable persona is advised to mend ties. The piece also notes Creede Colorado gold fever and a political engagement, then shifts to Congress gridlock and railway deal secrecy.
The World supports not backing Hill and urges voters to heed its injunctions. It criticizes bossism while offering no solid action to stop it. Governor Campbell declines a runner-up position, favoring a Western man for first place, claiming Ohio is distant enough to fit the westward reach.
Coseress finished a hard week and, after listening to the chaplain, secured a Republican member in a seat previously contested. Observers note the legistlators are making records for themselves and hint at caution as the campaign continues.
Beelin grew more pacific yesterday while Indianapolis assumed a stance of disorder. The text notes a contrast between pacific and tumultuous approaches, suggesting mob action remains largely ineffective against Kaiser or corporate interests.
The promotion of Sir Frederick Roberts to the barony of Candahar and Waterford signals Britain’s growing use of honoring real generals. The reform is said to owe much to Kipling’s fame, illustrating how the pen enhances a sword’s reputation and rewards.
A judge expresses that a six cent fine is light but eight months in jail will teach officials to keep public funds separate from private accounts, stressing strict accountability.
The note hints Groros Mars resurfacing in Brazil and suggests officers should locate him quickly to question him about official malfeasance in the state. It recalls how congressional caucuses now condense to brief, oft-repeated phrases like They discussed free silver and adjourned.
Police in Vienna stop Polkapresse from distributing food to the poor, citing public danger from gatherings. The Tolstei suppression signals imperial concern over well fed crowds. The public notes the absence of Cleveland’s name in Albany as notable.
The incident involves two young men in Manhattan trading blows in public and denouncing each other as despicable. The episode signals a wider reflection among New York’s youth about personal conduct and social image.
Cleveland has come home but none report hearing him call Bon Hill to congratulate him on his success at the snap convention.
A young woman wearing a Gainsborough style hat captured attention at the St Louis convention for woman suffrage. Her presence and remarks suggested guidance for women attendees, hinting at strategy and influence within the suffrage movement.
The National Republican Committee argues the Democratic organization is pulling ahead, with cash appeals kept confidential until pre-election estimates are ready. Suspicion remains about the Reading deal, suggesting card shuffling. The third party platform may fail to find a wide enough candidate to fit it.
In Cuarcaco South Dakota on February 27 George T. Carr of Rapid City says a new mill at Hill City will start reducing tin ore from Harney Peak within 80 days. He notes extensive development, 1000 foot shafts planned, and four leading mines showing substantial output amid strong reports by Mining Inspector Titus Corkhill.
The tale recounts the marriage of a Catholic priest, identified as W.B. O'Daniel, to a younger woman in Los Angeles. After leaving home for a supposed business trip, he sent letters declaring devotion to the church and severing his marriage. She was placed in a convent, and later they married under the name O'Daniel in El Paso, amid revelations of ecclesiastical disavowal.
A German couple in Chicago who found a pocketbook with several thousand dollars 17 years ago after arriving in poverty now offer to return it to the rightful owner. They gave the book to City Star Ed Selbmann of the Freie Presse, awaiting identification and the return of the money.
Boston February 27 Special report says scarlet fever spread via a Newfoundland dog in Maplewood Malden. Three Harvey children died and two Beatty children fell ill after contact with the animal now killed. Neighbors show additional illnesses as officials note possible transmission through fur.
A compilation of notable figures and incidents: Cox Greenman Bland, born in Kentucky and living in several states. Fanny Crossy, the hymn writer, blind yet cheerful. Cotoxel Boozer, a Kansas Third party Prohibitionist. a wandering Colonel. Mabansy the Buffalonian sent to Ecuador as a young diplomat. General Nelson A. Miles poised to command the Army in two years. Edward Von Honst, 52, a German professor at the University of Chicago. General Burp Gruss and his bride amid Madrid society. Sir John Everett Millais painting in Scotland. Mr Cleveland aged 55, Senators Gorman 53, Allison 68, Cullom 62, Carlisle 56, with Boies, Gray and Sherman nearing old age. Grant as youngest President at 47. Ex-Senator Jones of Iowa, 49 years in obscurity but once a political figure.
A Pittsburg party tours Senator Quay in Florida amid health rumors. The piece notes Quay’s outdoor life in Saint Lucie and his wife’s Florida trip, with Dick Quay’s cautious view. It mixes travel vignettes, luck around the number 13, Boston humor, and a Lily Langtry reference at a New York house, plus an Harrisburg hotel incident.
The fragment presents a Romantic meditation on patience and destiny. A speaker declares patience before winds and tides, trusting that what is truly theirs will come in time. Imagery blends eternal paths, rivers, stars, and nature to affirm destined love and inner harvest.
A New York and Philadelphia party, led by Archibald C. Haynes, visited Jacksonville and St Cloud to inspect Florida Sugar Manufacturing Co. fields and Kelly Bros rice mills. They plan to buy the Kelly plant and form Hamilton Disston Sugar and Rice Co with $1,000,000 capital to cultivate 3,000 acres and build a sugar mill capable of refining at least 61 barrels daily within four to five months. The party includes Hamilton Disston and many notable financiers and gentlemen.
The Japanese Emperor decorates Mexican officials including President Diaz with high honors as Mexico weighs Congress approval for acceptance. Editor Philomene Matt of Diario del Frogar is imprisoned for criticizing Secretary Mariscal and predicts opposition will rise against Diaz in the presidential race.
The report cites Chicago and Toledo papers criticizing a St Louis gathering of third party factions. It notes a flood of competing parties, calling the assembly debris of the Farmers' Alliance and other political organizers. The dialogue mocks subtreasury advocates and labels the meeting as incoherent and divided.
The Anna Wilstach will, made after her Philadelphia death, bequeaths over a million dollars. A quarter funds the Apprentices' Library, another quarter supports a public picture gallery for Philadelphia or Pennsylvania, a third quarter grants to various charities, and the final quarter to relatives. If the gallery plan is not accepted within three years, funds revert to the Academy of Fine Arts or the Apprentices' Library.
Minneola Feb 27 A radical change will be made in public works labor. Previously many aliens were employed and lawsuits for damages have been filed in U S courts where aliens sue for injuries and recover by stating their sovereignty. As a result aliens receive benefits not available to citizens in state courts. Most aliens have resided in the city for years.
A review of editorials from Chicago to Indianapolis condemns coal price rises as anti consumer. Calls for breaking up trusts, removing tariffs, and enforcing anti trust laws while praising barons defeated by public pressure and government action. Diverse papers argue for consumer protection and tougher trust busting.
Abe S. Sherrick, veteran coke operator and noted sportsman owner of Dandy with a 1:18 gait, died Friday two miles south of Scottsdale from the grip. His remains will travel by special train from Pennsville to Alverton tomorrow. Captain Joseph Nixon, a longtime riverman on the Ohio, died in Hazelwood yesterday at age 84 after grippe, a pioneer in steamboat work and first to rap a boat from tooes Bay.
Fragmentary obituary notes report Ettas White Hare M D of Bellefonte dying at age 4, and Ips D Hare a New York City teacher at Five Points Mission who taught recitations and songs, with references to the Normal College and the Woman's Christian Association. Also mentions a Thomas Rensald and women pugilists dying in jail at Ashland Wisconsin.
The letter to The Dispatch critiques M. Camille Flammarion’s speculative claims that the sun could be extinguished and later reignite, provoking a climatic glacial epoch. The writer mocks the ideas as unscientific, arguing solar physics cannot permit such abrupt shifts and questioning the author’s intent and understanding.
A miscellaneous clipping lists odd facts and trivia about nations, people, and places. It cites London’s German population, U S paupers, Japan’s railroad mileage, a Philadelphian’s rings and suits, naval costs, Maine and Kennebec lumber, and a sea of varied curiosities from a giant church bell to pulp mills, coastlines, and early aviation quirks.
The piece notes Mr. Flower travels to Chicago and questions whether Flower will flourish or fade amid political eggs in Washington. Senator West remains perched on a nest of presidential eggs, a symbolic stake in ongoing national power struggles.
A collage of clipped quips and gags from period humor columns. Jests about banking misreads, marriage vows, elopements, mistaken fortunes, and social foibles appear alongside rhymes and wry observations. The items showcase playful streetwise humor and sly references common to early 20th century papers.
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