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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1889
Page
4
Delaware representative Mr. Robinson denounces the Governors handling of a revenue bill that failed two years ago. He claims the governor and allied interests hid the signature to avoid a veto and let big corporations escape taxes. He vows to prove his serious charges and urges action forthcoming.
The piece argues that merging temperance factions strengthens support for a prohibition amendment in Pennsylvania. It cautions that while the union boosts odds, it risks neglecting the Brooks law regulations and may push toward weaker license controls if absolutes win out.
Chauncey Depew praised the young Harrison as sharper than many concede and having learned from cowboys about poker and human nature. The reply notes Pittsburg near Indianapolis and suggests Depew could study Mr. Harrison through his own liberal education by knowing him.
A plumber objects to requiring licenses for plumbers and suggests that architects and builders should undergo similar exams. He argues that plumbers follow plans from architects and builders and that proper early work by those professionals reduces future plumbing issues. He endorses considering examinations for architects and builders to improve overall quality.
The Bank of Pittsburg, with a 75 year history, debates winding up due to failed charter renewal. Suggestions include renewing charters for solid banks or reorganizing to preserve the institution and protect trust funds, with ample capital available to continue the old landmark of the city's financial system.
The city prepares to install overhead electric street lighting as poles and wires are readied and the public weighs options. Proponents claim overhead systems are adequate while critics warn underground lines, though costly, may reduce public risk, noting deaths in other cities as a cautionary backdrop. The piece urges consideration of public wishes and cautions against corporate self interest.
The article warns of a worsening Haiti situation with reports of Americans arrested and threats against Minister Thompson. It notes Admiral Luce’s squadron returning home and urges prompt U S government action to protect citizens if reports are confirmed.
A new legislature shows a weary start after hearing the Governor’s message and taking a January recess. Critics call the seven days of rest to one day of work excessive, recalling past lengthy sessions and extra pay for extended breaks.
The Philadelphia Record is accused of double-dealing on the Whisky Trust while suggesting Republican organs should resume truth telling after campaigns. The piece argues for press accuracy and contrasts it with alleged mendacity. It notes a Haiti squadron voyage ending with groundings and comments on fashion trends among Boston and Pittsburgh girls.
A bold scolding piece attacks the Haytian rumor mill revealing how mediocre leadership fueled a deceptive political campaign claim. It frames the misinformation as a public accountability moment and urges scrutiny of sources and motives.
The passage notes crowds pressing past attendees and women theatergoers defending reform by standing to block interruptions. It suggests men should announce purposes for leaving seats between acts, implying a shared respect for others’ rights and orderly theater behavior.
The column rails at ministers, spoilsmen, and officials from Maine to New York. It cites a customs dealer flipped from a post, questions bank examiner omissions, and lampoons race clashes, Tammany patronage, and reform hopes while lampooning actors like E Len Terey and Mrs Potter. It notes Beavers bicycle roads remark and ends with J A Lowell apology aside.
In a mosaic of gossip and history, figures like the Duchess of Braganza, Czar, Anton Rubinstein, and Senator Palmer surface amid tales of a planned oratorio, a novel, and literary feuds. Rumors swirl about Bayard’s plans and a renewed push for farming interests near Wilmington while Herbert Bismarck’s Reichstag speech is noted for clarity and form. John L Sullivan challenges Kilrain as he seeks information about Charlie Mitchell, and Rylands continues to run his Manchester empire until near his 90s, clinging to his old office routine while his memory falters.
An insurance man offers a $50,000 policy for 10 cents to ride Pittsburg’s incline to Mt Washington with a wary traveler from rural district. They travel up safely, the countryman sighs at losing another dime, then recalls a swearing incident of a grieving father.
Special Telegram to the Dispatch from Ottawa reports great excitement in Wind sor Ont over the mayoralty contest decided Monday. Solomon White, ex-MP and ally of Sir John A. Macdonald, advocates annexation with the United States as Canada’s salvation. He argues idle industries would develop, taxation would lessen, and the national debt has risen by about 12 million dollars. a large trade surplus last year contrasts a 20 million dollar deficit. White aims to force a decisive public verdict on annexation. The outcome will draw strong interest.
In New York on January 2 Isaac J. Greenwood displays a tooth in a gold mounted glass case with an inscription from his father’s will naming Isaac John Greenwood as heir to curios including General Washington’s last tooth and a false jaw. A separate case shows a letter from General Washington noting a $15 remittance for a false jaw, dated January 6, 1790 from Mr. Vernon.
The Egyptian Memorial Hall of Masonic Temple in Philadelphia was opened this afternoon as a memorial to Thomas R. Patton K W Grand Treasurer. Designed by Herz, the hall features Chinese style with Egyptian characters and is described as the finest of its kind in the world.
The piece notes more lynchings in the last year than any year since 1880 except 1884. It suggests presidential years spur political excitement, which fuels liquor, deadly quarrels, late hours, and mob lawlessness, with canvassing causing general demoralization and shameful outcomes.
In Lewiston Maine on January 2 Olivia Spear Garcelon wife of ex Governor Garcelon and sister of Mrs Frye died this morning. In Waterbury Connecticut Michael Carne died today aged 90, born in Ork Ireland.
Buenos Ayres Standard says Argentina absorbs European emigrants at a thousand a day with immediate employment for newcomers. Agriculture rapidly expands, wheat and maize exports rising, cattle and sheep numbers swelling beyond 20 million and 100 million respectively, making Argentina a promising, potentially powerful nation in the world.
Boston alderman Murphy sought to revoke LB Rich’s theater license over failed ticket promises to Mary Anderson at Hollis Street Theater. The move threatened closing the venue and Anderson’s engagement, but tickets eventually arrived and performances continued.
Philadelphia date January 2 all dies numbering 800 to 900 used in 1888 at the United States Mint were destroyed under Superintendent Fox in the presence of the chief coiner and sesayer. At 10 o clock dies were heated and hammered on an anvil until destroyed, taking about two hours. A certificate noted the regulation compliance and witnessed destruction. The dies are now worth only as old iron and will be sold as such.
Charles M. Allen, former United States Consul at Bermuda since 1861 under Lincoln, died in Bermuda on December 21. He endured blockade days under flag challenges, exposed the Blackburn yellow fever plot, and earned Lincoln’s appreciation. At his death he had served longer than any US Consul.
New York January 2 Brooklyn plans to issue 150000 in city bonds to erect a memorial to Kings county soldiers who fell in the Rebellion. Private subscriptions already reach 100000. Grant Memorial design competition closes with nearly 60 entries from around the world and prizes for top designs. Designs remain under consideration as the committee awaits further subscripts. Germany’s wartime strength and Admiral Luce’s Haiti claims frame other items in the day’s brief notes.
A near full Bijou Theater crowd last night overwhelmed the manager at 7 30 pm as all desirable seats sold out and extra chairs and standing room filled. The Matinee also drew crowds, with boos and cheers as tickets and concessions sold briskly. Next week at Grand Opera House Shakespearean drama with Barrett and Booth Barrett plus Gilllette company offering War drama Hel d by the Enixoy and a London-Loxpox scene closes the program.
The Panamanian project will likely be cut, not by M de Lesseps but by a lack of funds and political risk. The piece argues US interests, French guarantees, and Monroe Doctrine limits threaten any French government loan to finish the canal, with doubts about votes and delays. It notes escalating costs, investor claims, and potential American intervention risks.
The ceremony united Miss Bertha Naumburg daughter of Rev. Dr. L Naumburg a longtime Jewish pulpit figure with Simon L Messing a Pittsburg merchant. Family ties run deep with Messing brothers from San Francisco St Louis and Indianapolis attending. The event at 114 Sheffield Street featured Dr Messing of St Louis and others with a Cyclorama Union supper and telegrams from friends in Europe and New York City.
A large reception was held at the Pittsburg Club hall last night for Miss Harriett Watson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. W. Watson. The tropical floral display featured a giant Cycas revoluta wheel centerpiece with lilies, balconies of rare specimens, maidenhair ferns, and La France roses, crafted by A. M. and J. B. Murdoch with music by Toerge Bros.
8 P. Kennedy commercial agent of the Cotton Belt line will host a reception today for Western shippers at his new office in room 43 Eisner building. The office is luxuriously furnished and Kennedy will have the finest railroad quarters in the city.
Mr and Mrs W D Woods hosted a party last night for several young friends of their child who had just returned from college. The guests enjoyed themselves and celebrations were in order all around.
Miss Marguerite Singer, daughter of Mr and Mrs W H Singer, hosted a children's party at 207 Western Avenue Allegheny last evening. About 60 children attended and enjoyed a pleasant evening.
In MisNearouis the week ending December 2 saw flour production at about 10,000 barrels daily, with total 0,000 barrels, far below the prior week and last year. Mills struggle against low water, floating ice, and steam shortages, as an avalanche of ice halted several operations along the west canal. The prior output curtailment agreement expired, and with poor water power it’s unlikely a full half production will resume soon.
A jumble of notes records various oddities and brief items: a Maryland group lacking public facilities, a Kansas cob pipe factory, Shawnee County’s sparse criminal cases, and a large county with no physician. Other notes mention theft of a house, jewelry value tied to stones, a revolver incident in Michigan, child actors after Little Lord Fauntleroy, the Buffalo gem diamond, a spoiled egg, a roping tournament in Kansas, a love-letter in a newspaper, Parisian firearms acts, and stolen Raphael altarpiece. Also reports Chinese immigration to Japan, a San Antonio colonel with a knee bullet, and an early Civil War injury.
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