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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1890
Page
4
Describes a fierce wind storm along the Ohio Mississippi junction causing uprooted trees and extensive telegraph damage. Reports indicate several deaths in St Louis area and Clinton Kentucky, with widespread property loss and the cold front compounding hardship.
In Convellsville the coke region miners push to establish a two-technic school without state aid. They cite neglect by politicians and aim to raise funds locally to boost technical knowledge among workers. The effort reflects hard work by a modestly paid laboring class and is praised for its self-reliant educational aim.
The piece mocks a philanthropist urging youths to travel to Africa with $10,000, invest in India rubber there, and profit quickly. It notes the tip resembles private tips by Gould and Sage and contrasts Westward plans with the eastward scam while highlighting the folly and lack of funds of ordinary young men.
A sign on Federal street Allegheny fell yesterday exposing a danger once recognized but not fully removed. High winds and weak fastenings threaten public safety with large signs hanging over sidewalks and streets. Authorities urge strict inspection of sign fixings to preventFurther incidents.
The Reading Railroad forces brakemen and baggage masters to appear clean shaven, with no stated reason. The columnist jokes about corporate finances and suggests the move may be a grooming show of power rather than practicality, hinting at broader tensions between management and stockholders.
The piece argues that in Africa England pursues steady annexation and power, while Portugal blocks trade. it notes Salisbury’s aggressive stance toward Portugal versus cautious handling with Germany and Zanzibar, warning Lisbon may harden under British pressure but cooler judgment could avoid risking Lisbon.
The Pittsburg Art Society plans enhanced receptions this season at the Pittsburg Club Theater with music exhibitions and new lectures on art. The organization has long been a highlight of the city’s intellectual and aesthetic life and aims to maintain its progress with the added program.
The article argues that windstorms have repeatedly damaged electric wires nationwide and cites past storms. It urges underground conduits as economical, safer, and more reliable, noting crossings and public safety concerns. It concludes underground wiring would prevent business interruptions and reduce death risk.
Cennis's voting trust in the Reading stock appears valid while the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie trust, dissolved long ago at Vanderbilt's urging, shows how trust choices affect corporate consolidation. The outcome influences whether trusts favor or oppose the corporate combines.
Cold-season forecasts misfire as the Snow-Shot Club faces disappointment and vows to marshal more volunteers to deliver necessary manpower. The piece notes the mismatch between optimistic predictions and actual winter conditions, leaving planners unready.
Winds tangled electric and telegraph lines highlight non pleasant safety concerns. The contrast between asking prices and assessed values for property noted, especially the engine house lot in Chandlls drawing official attention. The political shift with a new Ohio Democratic Governor sees the caucus bolt for Senator fade into oblivion.
The German Emperor moves to bar ultra conservative papers from royal palaces, a gesture seen as ineffectual as editors are told to "Stop my paper." The text notes partisan divides as Democratic governors in Ohio and New York debate ballot reform, highlighting internal Democratic splits.
The council unanimously recognizes the need for additional protection as one officer now watches a square mile. Citizens would support a tax to fund 35 more policemen to curb burglaries and thefts. Officials urge stronger collection of county levies and hope for better yields than in prior years.
The article states Brey Burke announces he has left politics, framing the move as a response to political events that affected him 80nd YEATS ago.
A fragment discusses a coming cold wave and wind storm with uncertainty about blizzard thresholds. It mentions needing better or fewer signs, and cites a London scandal indictment of titled men Lords C and L. A remark about English judiciary contrasts aristocratic scorn with potential punishment. It ends noting a Pennsylvania “women gusher” in Chartiers field.
A survey of prominent individuals notes territorial delegate Antonio Joseph of New Mexico in Congress, and Tex’s long serving Francis Spinola. Also listed are a Western district of Pennsylvania official, diplomats Roustan and von Tavera, and royal health cautions for the Prince of Wales and King Humbert. The Rev. John Jasper of Richmond is highlighted for his famed sermon Do Sun Do Move and his rise from poverty to church founder and leader.
An elderly farmer on a crowded train speaks of losing a leg to a reaper in Pittsburg and paying for a mechanical limb. He criticizes Braddock politics, recalls Oberlin education, and reflects on land value, debt, and whisky. The scene includes fellow travelers and a vignette of Italian workers and cowboys at the Fort Wayne depot.
The San Francisco Call highlights The Dispatch as a live non sensational newspaper with strong Sunday features and first rate specialty articles. Philadelphia January 14 The United States Baltimore built at Cramp's shipyard sails for Baltimore with a crew of navy sailors including survivors of the Trenton wreck at Samoa.
The clumsy OCR records multiple obituaries and death notices from York Baltimore and other cities. Mentions Mrs F D Whitfield mother of Mrs Andrew Carnegie, M T Skit Patt Rosen advance agent, J M Bryant prominent citizen of Eric, Philip Dillon Drew of the Brass Molders Union, and George Bittenbonser among others with scattered locations and brief dates.
A large Bijou Theatre audience enjoyed Herrmann's TransAtlantic Vaudevilles with European performers. Critics praised many acts while noting some weak spots in singing and timing, concluding it to be a high spirited but uneven variety show.
The Pittsburg Art Society directors announce receptions at the Club Theater on January 1 February 6 February 27 March 31 April 10 and May 1 with music and art exhibitions. Members receiving invitations are urged to attend as the season promises a brilliant program.
The Carroll Club of this city will host friends Thursday evening at Orpheus Hall. Named gentlemen include A. Kane Brady Janon Hoenry ScSnnnch Reilly and Tiorekese M. Hughes.
The Art Mensien hosted a season opening reception last evening at the residence of Mrs M. RB. Scott on Western Avenue in Alleysbeey. Guests enjoyed the music program and period decor amid formal gaiety.
The Beaver Falls ceremony unites Miss Bryde D. Morrison with Wiltur L. W. The wedding, hosted by the bride’s parents, drew several attendees from the city and will feature a formal evening reception.
A Boston writer explains Unitarian beliefs, noting it as a Christlike theism centered on God and Jesus Christ. Unitarians emphasize love of God and neighbor, reject rigid dogma, and value independent thought and ongoing spiritual growth.
A London style telegram from San Francisco reports a fraud where over 200 victims, mostly European nobility, are lured by an advertisement seeking wealthy American brides. The note promises discretion and private photos and reports, with originators exposing themselves to swift return mail.
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