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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1892
Page
4
The notice outlines postage rates in the United States including annual and monthly charges. It mentions delivery by carrier and weekly prices with Sunday edition included. It lists various rates for different periods and services.
The Inter State Commission partially rules on Senator Chandler's complaint against the Reston and Maine Railroad. It allows milk and cattle shipper passes without implying lower rates for others, but bars passes to politicians. It leaves open whether newspaper passes and similar favors are legal, arguing the law aims for uniform, public knowledge of transportation costs.
A discussion on whether women may propose during leap year argues Belinda may hint or declare love without waiting for a man to act. Proponents claim women already wield a queenly reach and can pursue marriage, with examples from Priscilla Alden to Besant’s heroine. The piece finds no need for a social edict, urging women to act when circumstances justify it.
The fragment portrays a woman focusing on the moment she chose to bless the day of the deed. It emphasizes personal resolve and the emotional impact of that act.
The piece argues Secretary Blaine favors pacific commerce with South America over war. It contrasts U S and Chilean responses to the Valparaiso riot, noting Chile punished rioters promptly while the United States struggled to do so under its legal system. It cites documents suppressed in the press and defends Blaine against jingoism.
An 1821 date marks the definite end of the New Year’s call in American society. The piece laments the Dutch origin transformed into a burdensome, rapid rite that overwhelmed hostesses with hundreds of calls and cake slices, declaring the practice officially in retreat.
The passage laments the fading New Year’s call as society turns away from social rituals amid a rise in angromania. It notes excessive drinking as a coping mechanism and argues the decline isn’t due to any clear cause, but reflects broader changes in social customs.
The coroner’s annual report urges public safety reforms and fewer accidental deaths. It cites crimes by criminal immigrants and stresses national immigration policy while urging a public morgue and a resident coroner’s physician. It also notes fire safety and child welfare measures amid political commentary.
The New York World urges the New York Central to adopt the block system or President Depew should resign. The piece hints he may resist, noting the comfort of his salary and past resignations for softer returns. It also mocks Senator Hill’s sobriety, cites November exports at 10 million, and laments rising fire insurance rates while commenting on naval officers.
The account notes a notable omission in speeches at Governor Fill's dinner, where the name of Grover Cleveland was carefully excluded. The item reflects political sensitivities and the speechwriting choices of the event.
The piece defends viewing drinking as separate from intoxication and argues alcohol is a poison. It cites medical authorities and dictionaries, asserting alcohol harms health even in small amounts, links moderate use to craving, and warns temperance critics against mislabeling drinking as inherently sinful.
The text cites philosophical and medical authorities asserting alcohol creates craving and insanity with any amount. Filnpe We gthcedont hie discusses cumulative dependence, while Dr Felix Oswald argues abstinence is the only safe plan. The narrator notes Pittsburg doctors dining on strong drinks with apparent relish.
New Yorker Glave returns from Mount St. Elias area in Eastern Alaska claiming fertile valleys vast forests and warm five month summers with no winter below zero. He notes rich mineral deposits including copper and potential stock raising prospects with abundant grasses and edible berries during July long daylight.
Wareeetina January reports a meeting of Upper Ohio Valley manufacturers who plan to collaborate for sample displays and goods sales to capture buyers during peak seasons. Attendees include Lucius Martin Fos toris Glass Moundsville F M Strong Naf City Stamping Harry Northwood Northwood Glass Martin's Ferry A D Seamon Bauck Eye Glass Martin's Ferry A G Stollenwig Wheeling and Labelle Captain Muhl man Crystal Glass Bridgeport John Dornan Riverside Glass Wellsburg Medeor North Wheeling Pottery.
A fragment from editorials and letters discusses Kansas political figures like Perkins and Purxtus, debating party alignment and tariff policy. It notes shifting loyalties and comparisons to past Kansas officials amid national economic debates.
Judge William Hazeldine former Solicitor General of the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad Company died in Albuquerque New Mexico of pneumonia. Judge Maxeldio a New Mexico Territorial Senate member and Republican leader also died. Flo Briefan linked to Battle Creek Michigan moved to New Mexico twelve years ago. Colonel John C Haines died in Seattle Washington of pneumonia. he chaired the State Republican Committee and faced arrest in the Gardener opium case but was acquitted.
A flood of obituaries notes the deaths of diverse figures including John C. Schorr age 40 of Allegheny famed for secret society circles, and Sir James Repose an Oriental scholar. Others include wealth reputed Joseph Bowman in Lebanon, Col Frederick Meark of the Fourth Infantry, and Louis Victor de Lavelay Belgian writer.
The Fifty second Congress reopens with limited legislative plans as committee reports lag. Speaker Crisp’s illness delays House rules work, a Speaker pro tempore is likely, and Springer rules may advance. Census Chief Porter projects Eleventh Census costs under 7 million dollars, per capita about 11 cents, with completion possible by end of 1902.
Miss Mitchell daughter of Senator Mitchell of Oregon to wed the Due de la Rochefoucaint in early February after years of secret betrothal. Dowry concerns and family opposition delayed the match though the bridegroom is respected and not wealthy. A separate betrothal links Lawrence of Boston to Violet Mills daughter of Lord Hillingdon and banking house head Glyn Mills.
A quart of apples from a tree at Appomattox once struck by a shell near the Inge home grew into a new tree. General Lee surrendered nearby and relic hunters chopped the stump into canes before a sprout became a full tree. Ham mersley, World’s Fair Commissioner, plans to present next year’s apples at the Columbian Exposition.
The Pacific extension of the Great Northern Railway completed into Kallespel on Friday. A silver spike crafted from silver dollars donated by local women was driven by an elder pioneer at noon, triggering an outburst of local enthusiasm in Main street.
A crude collage lists James Whitcomb Riley as a clever amateur actor in his youth. War correspondent De. W. H. Russece travels to Egypt to recover his heart. Arctic explorer De. Friptz of Nansen plans a U.S. visit. Fuller, a Justice, may travel by steamer. Vaux of Philadelphia dies after 40 years well.
Executive Commissioner Whitman announced the Independence Hall tower will be reproduced in the Pennsylvania Building at the World's Columbian Exposition. Architects Dr. H Barnam and Atwood favor prominent display with a colonial style surrounding complex. Plans include hallways, reception rooms, a governor’s room, offices, a post office, and extensive newspaper correspondent facilities.
Historical clippings portray Colonel Garza as a polarizing figure stirring border tensions. Newspapers from Philadelphia, St. Louis, Chicago, Detroit and Boston debate his status as outlaw or rebel, noting rapid shifts in allegiance and calls to action.
Attraxcy Jan 3 Special Frank L Baldwin appointed by Judge Pease to probe G Q Freer as receiver of A W Coates & Co manufacturers of rakes. He faults the receiver for extravagance and says he is short 8703 1. Freer pledged 10000 with John Atwell and Peter Kimberly as sureties. Action to recover the deficit will begin.
PaysamMa reports Padre Balkes, famed Father Damien of South America, died in Batavia after serving at the Dutch leper station since 16 coming from Amsterdam as a volunteer. He contracted leprosy ten years ago and lost fingers toes nose and an eye, yet he continued his priestly duties and comforted others.
La Cronista accuses dead military officials of defrauding impoverished seamstresses who made soldier clothing. Local War Office funds reportedly exist but have not paid the workers. A committee of sewing women met President Barrailins to demand back wages.
The Third Congressional District committee met in Morgan City and endorsed the State Committee’s call for the January 18 convention. It condemned Federal officials who opposed the State Committee and urged Republicans to support the regular State Committees while backing President Harrison's administration.
Ohio State Journal and other papers note Sherman's victory in the Senate fight, with editors calling for his continued leadership. The Columbus contest prompts praise and questions about his ability to hold the seat, while party figures claim unity despite factional pressure.
An Old World plan from January 3 outlines Austria-Hungary’s deal to demonetize the 8 Wereine thalers, a vestige of the German Austrian monetary union. The three year program is poised to revive the silver coin debate in the Reichstag.
The piece previews 19th century politician Blaine as entering a year likely to be the most momentous in his official life, signaling major career implications and public interest.
Inger-Oeran is tied to Mills 11 as a puzzling case. The query hints at illness grippe related symptoms and a deteriorating grip, with Mills the focal reference.
A long OCR list of eclectic notes ranges from arcane trivia to curious facts. It mentions weather in Arizona, Bible chapters by a Maine boy, New York building stats, a Philadelphia owned Jerusalem hotel, and various oddities about plants, foods, animals, and ancient wheat. The fragmentary items read like a parade of miscellany without a single cohesive event or narrative.
A collage of humorous snippets and ady jokes from The Bazaar column. Includes exchanges about New Year calls, a riddle about ninety one on a wall, dental quips, household bills, a gossiping stove remark, and a quip on aging newspapers.
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