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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1891
Page
4
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The piece surveys Senator Ingalls remarks on silver coinage and political ethics, noting his discussion of the Decalogue and Golden Rule in campaigns, the rise of corporate power, and debates on reform. It critiques how reports reconcile his stance and the broader political impact.
The Allegheny teachers petition, cited in yesterday's Dispatch, argues salaries for educators are far below peers. It notes women teachers earn only about a third of principals’ pay and far less than common labor wages, urging a meaningful raise to raise their slender salaries.
The river authorities announce they will sue corporations and firms for encroaching on water lines to prevent blockades. The move marks the first real step after years of talk as encroachments, once common with riverbank dumping, are challenged to curb impunity and protect public interests.
The article notes that while encroachers acted, community apathy aided the problem. A single organization now aims to defend the river from further encroachments. Pittsburg should show strong support to back this river protection effort.
London Times notes support for our court's stance while warning finality depends on a favorable outcome for Salisbury. Blaine argues open seas vs prescription rights, citing St Helena and Indian Ocean pearl fishery as precedents that may carve equitable exceptions to the general rule of international law.
The original Senate finance bill was voted down clause by clause while the free coinage amendment passed by a decisive majority. Senator Sherman quit early and silver supporters dominated, but a Plumb greenback proposal failed, signaling possible House defeat. The House may overturn the Senate stance due to closer voter ties.
The article argues Quay’s proposed force bill would suspend habeas corpus and authorize military enforcement of elections. It contrasts his plan with constitutional limits that only allow suspension in rebellion or invasion, noting Pennsylvania politics may disregard constitutions and influence support for the bill.
The piece argues irregular methods can collect wages when others steal and that law fails to protect the ignorant and needy. It notes riots as a desperate recourse for money owed and blames the legal system for ensuing disorder and delays in securing pay.
A cable dispatch reports numerous British army officers have left England to aid Buffalo Bill in combating Indians. The piece asserts this will please William and force the hostile native to surrender, claiming the Indian will be unable to resist once aware of the help arriving.
Australia defeated America as Dempsey was knocked out in the unlucky thirteenth round. The bout drew heavy public attention amid broader Anglo American negotiations, provoking debate over sport and brutality.
Gossip on Ohio politics suggests a scheme to nominate McKinley for Governor and Private Dalzell for Lieutenant Governor then place Senator Sherman for the Presidency and move McKinley to the Senate, with Dalzell eventually governing. The note contrasts Pittsburg region soil with genuine booms in Jeanette and the West’s planting habit.
A collage of opinion snippets discusses Commander Reiter’s demand for a court martial, Governor Pattison’s rumored nomination, and tensions over disarmament, along with commentary on Canadian publicity, sugar trust reorganizations, and economic intrigues. The items reference the Washington Post, Toronto Mail, Philadelphia Bulletin, and remarks on Blaine, Downelly, KirLive, and English reciprocity debates.
The article satirically cites Italian laborers and other groups who turn to riots when wages are unpaid, noting slow legal recourse drives desperate workers to illegal action. It condemns violence but acknowledges sympathy for those facing dishonesty by employers.
Fred Abbott, Emma Abbott’s brother, intends to perform an electrical test to determine life after death. The test, likely to be set at Graceland Cemetery where the body lies, follows Emma Abbott’s fear of being buried alive.
A reflective piece traces life’s stages from babyhood to old age, noting shifting desires, the rush of time, and the longing for earlier years. It blends social rumors and playful witticisms, mentioning public figures and scenes like Queen Victoria, the White House, and Philadelphia culture as it moves through memory and commentary.
Mrs Amelia Townsend McTyere relict of Holland N McTyere senior bishop of the Southern Methodist Church died at 3 am in Nashville. She was related to the Vanderbilts and connected to Shrumen University. Also reported are the deaths of Dr James E Gamble in Altoona and French sculptor Aime Milet born in Paris with brief notices of their ages and deaths.
A collage of profiles outlines Senator Squinre of Washington with a 10000 monthly income and Seattle real estate, Emreron WILLIAM of Germany a rapid orator, and Migs Poon Couzons demanding higher salary from Secretary Windom. Carter H Harrison aims for Chicago mayor, Miss Ansie Reeve Aldrich praised as poet and beauty, the young Prince of Naples described as multilingual and cultured, Mrs Xavier appointed secretary to consulate, Madam Barrios lauded for beauty and fluency, and Riper Haggard depicted with specifics of appearance and manner.
Windrim of the Treasury testified on a planned Chicago public building. He described uneven lead causing settling, noted it not dangerous but continuing. Underpinning needed, with possible wings adding 44 000 square feet. annex at 500 000 and repairs at 100 000. Treasury estimates clash with Taylor figures, suggesting higher costs to complete by the World’s Fair time.
New Castle January 14 The wedding linked Soi Cerf junior partner in M Bonn Co jewelers Pittsburg to Miss Mamie Arnold eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Arnold New Castle. The Hebrew ceremony was led by Rabbi Mayer Pittsburg guests came from New York Philadelphia Cleveland Bradford and nearby towns. They planned a lengthy Eastward wedding tour and will reside in Pittsburg.
In HixeTos Jan 14 Mr Mansur Missouri introduced a bill to throw open the Cherokee Strip. The measure claims administration support and would compensate Cherokees by paying 125 an acre, with 65 million held in trust and 2.7 million distributed to entitled Cherokees, about 104 per person.
Marysville California January 14 The Third Annual Citrus Fate of Northern California opened with county representations from Yuba Sutter Butte Placer Colusa Yolo Solano Nevada Sacramento and Siskiyou. Exhibits include an orange constructed replica of historic Sutter s Fort and other California buildings plus is Kaisina grapes and olives.
A Michigan bill pending in the Legislature would ban railroad passes for members of the legislature and state officers with penalties from one dollar to ten dollars. If a pass is accepted the offender faces the same fines or up to one year in prison. The item also references a New York judge vacating a Sugar Trust receiver order and notes the trust’s recurring life despite defeats.
In a brisk assessment the Chicago Globe argues Mr Blaine should defeat England first before confronting Spain. The piece frames the current country as a foe and urges decisive action in sequence.
A steel maker warns workers about hoarding savings after a Southside robbery. He cites a $75 theft and broader fear-driven bank withdrawals to argue that wallet-flushing hurts banks, mills, and payrolls, urging deposits to restore confidence and stabilize production.
A boy named Tom returns from school claiming he earned 100 for writing by clever copying. He explains he fused yesterday’s and today’s work by altering letters to resemble today’s copy, demonstrating a short lived fraud to his mother.
Actor Joseph Haworth praises a new four or five act blank verse drama titled Rinaldo by Ernest Lacy of Philadelphia. The plot follows a medieval Italian doctor, love intrigue with Helena, a villainous Tomaso, a staged wedding, attempted poison, preserved body revelation, and a dramatic revival, with strong dramatic possibilities noted.
The Ohio Valley Gas Company serving Sewickley plans to install meters this spring to measure gas usage. Experts say local supply may last about two more years with prudent cuts, as overconsumption has heated homes beyond need and poses health risks.
The Chicago Society Sons of New York seeks an eleven story club house on the old First Regiment Armory site in a year long lease. The building would include a theater space and cost between 200000 and 700000 dollars. Jay Gould does not own New Hampshire or the earth. Bill Chandler wears New Hampshire as a watch.
Trinity Episcopal Church witnessed a lavish midwinter wedding as Mary Phillips daughter of John O Phillips wed Louis S Clarke of Oakland. Officiated by Bishop Courtlandt Whitehead and Reverend Marion Byllesby, the ceremony drew high society from Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, with a York wedding trip to Chicago following a private Lincoln Avenue reception.
Young women from the Adelaide Howard Mission Band of Second Presbyterian Church will stage a "Concert and Living Pictures" in the lecture room with tableaux including Good Night and Cinderella wedding. Gertrude Steadman recalls rehearsals and notes she will perform songs and scenes but not the courting tableau. The same group previously performed the Japanese Wedding in the prior season.
Burns banquet programmes issued for printing with elaborate design featuring engravings of the bard and his birthplace cottage and monument. Speakers include Rev. William H. McMillan D D Rev. W J Reid D D and Rev Alexander MacArthurs. Soloists: Miss Margaret Frazer Miss Mcintosh and Miss Elizabeth Corer with D S Thompson and others.
The small ice square in Allegheny Park was lively with Bright-eyed school girls and fit young students skating daily. Younger brothers and sisters nuisance but entertaining, as agile skaters fell and caused mishaps to the amused spectators.
A school concert at the Birmingham school house features recitations songs dialogues and gymnastic drills by pupils. The highlight is an address to patrons and parents by Superintendent George Luckey.
Excerpt details receptions and banquets for Rev and Mrs Ballystine and Duquesne Club, a United Hebrew Relief Society ball at Turner Hall with Guenther's Orchestra, afternoon teas and luncheons for Mrs Fleming and Mrs Laughlin, and upcoming weddings including May B Boxuy and V V Bells at Hazelwood with other events at Linden Clubhouse and Mt Washington Library Hall.
The Sub Committee of the World's Fair Committee approved a report urging careful spending, salary and staff reductions, with Ex-Governor Palmer and Director General Davis presenting estimates. The document covers the fair's history and current operations as it moves toward formal presentation to the House.
Agnes Huntington's Duquesne audiences grow as box parties and evening dress become common. Next week the theater offers Charles E Hoyt's A Midnight Bell with the original New York cast and scenery. J K Emer comes to the Bijou in Uncle Joe or Fritz in a Madhouse and last year set the Bijou receipts record. seat sales start this morning.
A jumble of brief items notes ministers' deaths, European disarmament rumors, a Brazilian syndicate, porpoise wrecks in Zanzibar, seals in New York harbor, and a Russian guns-for-Armenia push. Other items cover a marred Alabama wedding, Vienna expansion, Italian emigration, and odd regional curiosities.
A collage of humorous quips and mock dialogue from various papers. It mocks organ grinders burglars misheard legal talk and political dreams with satirical lines about temperance, inheritance, and public figures. The items parody use of language and everyday scenes across multiple papers.
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