05 Jan 1889
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1889
Page
1
Washington gossip centers on James G Blaine securing a Cabinet post with President Harrison. Blaine plans a Washington home despite temporary apartment rooming amid talk of an official residence. Hiscock returns from Indianapolis with fresh political details and confirms ongoing cabinet talks.
State Senator J Sloat Fassett of New York arrived at the Capitol firmly backing the idea that Thomas C Platt should join the Cabinet. Fassett admitted he does not know if Platt will be chosen but believes he should. Senator Plumb returned from Indianapolis on the same train as Mr Hisoack, and his absence from the Senate suggested to colleagues a lack of good news about Mr Blaine from General Harrison.
A Washington dispatch reports Senate opposition to foreign government involvement in the Panama Canal and the House passage of a bill to incorporate a Nicaragua canal company. Opposition, led by transcontinental rail interests, failed to stop the measure as it passed the House 34 to vote. The bill returns to the Senate for amendments with expectation it may become law this session.
Washington society buzzes over a New Year engagement between Miss Dorothy Phillips and the son of Judge Hilton of New York. The couple, meeting at Saratoga and Spokane party scenes aside, plan marriage in early spring amid connections to prominent legal figures and the White House social circle.
Wasniscox D C January 4 Private Dalzell's letter claiming 28 cents a day and 4 cents a mile for furloughs or prison travel ignites a Pension Department dispute. Second Auditor Day calls it a barefaced falsehood with no law backing such mileage or travel pay for soldiers on furlough. He notes most veterans have received due subsistence and travel under acts of 1861 1867 and 1818 and warns of bureaucratic disruption from the misrepresentation.
A report states Harrison bought the farm of Mrs. Hutchinson near Silver Spring Maryland, denied by Mrs Hutchinson as not for sale. The Star notes Cleveland’s example of a private home near the capital may be followed by successors. The White House has enjoyed privacy and a private residence scheme may be revived with possible congressional action.
A traveler from Indianapolis reports that Senator Hoar’s name is favored for the State Department by the President-elect if Blaine declines. The note hints Hoar could be among the top choices to fill the post, a career peak for a Senator from that state.
General J A Williamson of Connecticut, former Commissioner of the General Land Office, heir to an estate reported between 250000 and 500000 dollars. He funds relatives in Erie Pa with 10000 to sisters and 5000 to brothers, then plans to return to Washington as independently wealthy.
Special Telegram to The Dispatch from Washington reports a drop in New Year’s Day receptions among prominent society ladies. Cabinet households opened while few Senators or Representatives hosted, with many doors closed and baskets on doorknobs. A society leader cited rising costs turning receptions into costly dinners, deterring both friends and strangers, and predicting a return to simpler hospitality next year.
In Wasuısorox on January 4 the Senate rejected every proposed amendment to the tariff bill after a heated exchange among Hawley Vance Reagan Hoar Morgan Dawes McPherson Gray and Coke. Vance defended the Democratic stance on taxation of foreign imports while Reagan countered charges of free trade. The session closed with an executive adjournment after the bill was laid aside.
Washington January 4 The Jefferson Club plans to vote on amending its constitution to rename the organization a continental Club The move signals a shift in political atmosphere with Republicans and Democrats both represented among members hoping for broader appeal under a new Administration
The United States Consul Ospe Haytien announces Hippolyte has been elected Provisional President of Hayti at a convention in Gonivaes, carried out by the recent Fouibardanist of Cape Haytien.
In Maharragh, Neale Doogan after returning from America fortified his house with neighbors and rifles. After hours of bombardment by bailiffs and troops, a truce was followed by Doogan and 12 others surrender. Fourteen evictors were injured and Doogan suffered jaw fracture and other wounds. The Morier affair draws English press attention as authorities pursue arrests.
London reports on Count Herbert Bismarck and Sir Robert Morier amid wartime diary accusations. The Pall Mall Gazette and The Globe deride Bismarck’s son, while The Times warns against insulting diplomacy. Berliner Tagblatt notes Germany’s honor at stake and possible official restraint.
DvaLry January 4 Mr Finucane M P sentenced at Castleconnel to one month imprisonment under the crimes act. He was taken to jail by the Mayor and cheering crowds. Two summonses have been served upon
The trial dates are fixed for Rathmore on February 14 and Killarney on January 29 for William O'Brien MP and co defendants accused of inducing tenants to withhold rents. Court excitement arose over judge Fitzgerald's conduct during the case and solicitor Hurley received a short contempt sentence. At Ballymitty Solicitor Moran was jailed six months for conspiring to stop farm takeovers after eviction. Sir Augustine Fitzgerald informs County Clare tenants he accepts their earlier campaign plan offer.
A deputation led by Lord Armstrong pressed Lord Saulsbury to adopt a comprehensive maritime defense scheme. Saulsbury expressed sympathy and warned foreign powers could concentrate offensive strength in England, signaling a likely large naval and military program next session.
The January 11 ball at the Academy of Music will feature Marine Band music from enlisted Washington musicians paid at 17 20 or 35 dollars. City musicians forming a 600 strong protective association protest outside talent for the event. The music committee seeks Secretary Whitney’s ruling to allow the outside band despite local opposition.
Francis Spies the Honduran Consul in New York told reporters at the Grand Pacific Hotel that US critics of the Panama Canal Company are misinformed. He defended De Lesseps enterprise noting 800000 French shareholders and 30 million spent on the Panama and Colon Railroad with strong dividends. He reported 7000 laborers at work and that canal drafts have been honored, expressing belief in eventual success.
A Boston vixen at Roxbury Police Court hurled a tin dipper at Judge Bolster after a bail order. The second object a banana narrowly missed Assistant Clerk Rich. The unruly woman was jailed at Charles Street Jail.
Benjamin Hopkins, former cashier of Fidelity National Bank, arrived in the Queen City from Columbus at 6 o'clock. An ambulance transported him to his Richmond Street home where his spirits were reported greatly improved.
New York reports over a million loss in a bold scam by Henry C. Friend who claimed an electrical refining process. The scheme funded factories abroad and misled investors, including English and American capital, with hidden rooms and fake purification claims. Officials say not a single ton of refined sugar was produced.
In Charleston on January 4 the Circuit Court awarded a rule against the County Commissioners for certifying the vote on Congressmen contrary to an injunction from Cabell County. A writ of certiorari was issued to review the gubernatorial recount records.
Des Moines January 4 report finds several houses on the Snell lands damaged after settlers were evicted. Windows broken, sashes and frames cut, doors sawed. Snell claims river soldiers or sympathizers staged the destruction.
A January 4 telegram from Harrisburg reports Ex Chief Clerk Cochran will receive a Senate member testimonial valued at $2,000. The plan aims to honor his service, though details remain partly unclear.
The Times reports editor J. J. West and cit editor Joseph Dunlap were arrested on criminal libel charges tied to a publication. Dunlap was jailed briefly at Harrison Street station before posting bail. West arrived with bondsmen and was released, both later re-arrested on a separate complaint by Captain Schaak.
A Pennsylvania murder case reaches a confession through an Italian laborer known as Red Nose Mike. He implicated two other Italians in the killing of two contractors and the robbery of 14000 dollars. Pinkerton and city detectives traced him to a railroad job, then to Stanfordville before learn ing the suspects had left for Italy.
The Edison General Electric Company is incorporated in Essex County New Jersey with 120000 shares at 100 each and 12 million capital. West Orange will host works and branch offices will be in major cities. Edward H. Johnson Samuel Insull Francis R. Upton Charles Batchelor Alfred O. Tate are initial holders. The merger unites Edison manufacturing concerns for efficiency and stronger management.
Taizo Miyoshi, senior judge of Tokyo’s Appeal Court, and his wife and son toured New York City courts after arriving to place their 20 year old son in school. The family plans Wilbraham Academy and Yale preparation before returning to Japan to pursue a professional career.
In Duluth on January 4, laborers at Northwestern Fuel Company coal docks attacked new workers after a hiring surge. Police blocked the clash as strikers pressed for steady pay, saying daily earnings sometimes drop to 35 or 40 cents. Extra officers were sworn in.
Reading Pa January 4 commencement next Monday ten hours will constitute a day’s work in the shops of the Reading Railroad Company instead of eight hours. The change will raise wages for ten hours of labor.
Ex-Legislator John W Robinson contests Governor Beaver's claim about the 1887 revenue bill. He accuses executive clerks of withholding the bill and asserts the loss stemmed from the Executive Department, not the Senate. He vows to prove the misstatement and defends colleagues while rejecting personal remarks.
Harrisburg telegram notes broad view that the revenue act failure should have been investigated to prevent recurrence. Court decisions since then challenge the tax on interstate gross receipts, risking about 1 million dollars in annual revenue and potential shifts in tax distribution among counties and insurance sectors.
In St Louis on January 4 the alleged cotton bagging trust quietly ended its agreement that aimed to expire January 1. Merchants say the compact earned little, bagging inventories rose unexpectedly, and prices fell about two cents since New Year with further declines likely.
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