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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1892
Page
1
A Washington telegraphic analysis outlines Hill and Gorman as two Democratic manipulators shaping convention strategy for 1890s politics. It details past Maryland fraud, party control, and the talk of presidential prospects while noting Andy Stewart’s contested election case and Reynolds vs Shank bribery charges.
A cigar maker named C. Seyles was hired by Chambers and Malford in this city and arrested this morning by W. E. O'Donnell and Detective Buckridge for complicity in a Mansfield robbery. The Dec 18 burglary targeted Miss Phabe Wise who lived ashore and reportedly possessed money. she did not surrender it.
A Buchanan county inmate resembles the Pittsburg detective killer Fitzsimmons. Sheriff Spratt backs the claim with a matching photograph and description, noting Harrington’s height age beard and large feet align with the fugitive’s reported traits and escape history.
Baltimore January 8 A new Baltimore and Cumberland railroad charter authorizes a line from Cumberland to Baltimore. Planned route runs east through Allegheny and Washington counties to Baltimore with about 200 miles at an estimated 40 000 dollars per mile total cost around 8 million dollars. Stephen B Elkins then secretary of war led the push.
In Valparaiso Chile on January 8 officers learn John H. Davidson of the Baltimore crew was tried and convicted in a Valparaiso criminal court for five years imprisonment without Captain Schley’s or the ship’s notice. Davidson remains on the ship’s books as forty three sailors involved were petty officers in first conduct grade.
Blizzard bred and strong individuals from the Northwest are chosen to represent the region in Congress. The article by Frank G. Carpenter promises a detailed dispatch in tomorrow's edition.
John M. Telford of Eagle Iron Works was arrested on a bigamy charge after his second wife filed a December 311 warrant. She claims they wed July 4 in Robert's saloon with Rev. Alden of Canal Street Mission officiating and that a photo was sent to Telford's daughter in Little Falls.
Judge Hart of the District Court in Duluth has issued a precedent setting ruling that the Duluth Street Railway Company may condemn private property under eminent domain to lay street railway lines. The decision affirms the rail company's right to acquire necessary land for public transportation.
It is reported on good authority that Neil Sims is surrounded in a swamp and is almost certain to be captured or the organized regulators.
Congress man John Raines reports that the U S now builds a powerful navy to deter conflict with Chile and to secure national dignity. He says England will press for a prompt Chilean apology to prevent hostilities as U S efforts to fortify the fleet continue.
The District Attorney district proceedings involve an indictment of several men. They will face trial before the Judge of Crimes who previously heard evidence for the prosecutor. Defendants may present testimony to establish innocence, with a likely result within two weeks.
Borjensen, convicted of killing Emma Anderson in October 1890, faces execution in Litchfield on January 29. A merciful appeal to the Board of Pardons is planned as locals debate humane concerns and the town's potential disgrace and public disorder from a hanging.
Syracuse theater manager H I Jacobs mortgaged chattels to furniture dealer Agron A Graff for ten notes of 10000 each dated Oct 31 181. The security covers chairs scenery carpets chandeliers fixtures and leases at Corinne Hall Rochester Court Street Buffalo theaters. Graff filed after Jacobs allegedly transferred Newark theater to his son Marcus.
Boston January 8 The receiver's cash collections deposited with the Assistant U S Treasurer for creditors total 3 5 189 962 or 38 5 percent of known deposits at suspension. A Clearing House member notes many doubtful loans were small and even full collateral liquidation and stock assessments may not push the dividend above 65 percent.
Senator Sherman arrived in Washington from Ohio this morning and appeared in his committee room this afternoon. Floral offerings from admirers were on display as a few Senators visited to congratulate him on his re election. He reviewed the mail then returned to his residence.
New York daily report states actor William J. Scanlan was moved from the home of his former partner Augustus Pitou to Bloomingdale Asylum yesterday. He appeared unaware of his confinement and while Pitou departed Scanlan played billiards with an attendant and seemed pleased with his surroundings.
Six hundred Indians from the Otoes, Iowas, Kaws, and Poweas join ghost dances at Red Rock in the Cherokee Strip. The Pawnee tribe dances nearby, buying $1000 worth of presents for their messiah as part of the rites.
Stockyards chatter says six large packing firms outside the Big Four are set for sale to an English syndicate. Frederick S Winston is named as promoter, with J Hately and B W Allerton among the listed firms.
The Democrats plan an investigation into the Sherman foraker contest amid bribery rumors. McConnell recounts Sherman workers offering a $2,500 government post to secure his vote while pledged to Foraker, as five senators and ten representatives reportedly switched sides for promises and offices.
In Philadelphia ex federal officeholders faced mass dismissals amid a national delegate fight for Harrison. Beav er’s faction targets Leeds and Henry supporters as Mayor Stuart avoids commitment and Rep. Quay with Martin and Glenn strategize on a possible retirement of Harrison delegates to avert a prolonged clash.
Rumor from Pekin suggests Tsung-Li-Yamen has dropped objections to Henry W. Bish taking the United States minister post. This would allow Viceroy Li Hung Chang to advise President Harrison accordingly.
The Hartmann Manufacturing Company of Pittsburg, known for wire articles, has decided to establish a branch in Hamilton Ontario. A firm representative visited the city yesterday and selected a site for the new operation, aiming to overcome Dominion tariffs.
Congressman Dalzell visited Philadelphia and planned to return to Washington for the upcoming House session. He declined to discuss senatorial prospects, preferring future developments to speak for themselves.
Topics include The Hill German Combine Bribery Talk at Columbus and Chile Wants to Be Friendly. L. & O. Mysteries to Be Probed Carnegie Library Plans Changed Grief After the Aldermen Allegheny Financiers Grow Warm County Millage Reduced The New Central Station Editorial and Miscellaneous Live Washington Gossip Adhresa of the Silverites The Commercial Agency Review Dynamite Flatters in England A Liberty Street Proposition An Annual Mine Disaster Blaine Resumes Work The Witherow Assignment All the Sporting Gossip Adventures in Deaths Valley Cleveland Makes Another ett as News of the County Courts The O Fields Yesterday Teed Has New Scheme Religions Chess and Checkers Financial and Commercial Markets How Hill Stuck Has Gone Up More About the New Party Wakeman's Wanderings in Portugal
Pittsburgh attorney R S Frazer warns Alderman Roche over 1794 fines collected by Law and Order Society. He says the state is entitled to $25 per case and will seek settlement if Roche does not turn over funds. Frazer notes past deposits totaled about $4,000 in five years, with most funds held by Roche and Cassidy before, and calls for a full audit of records and payments.
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