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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1890
Page
4
The Philadelphia Ledger explains the Brooklyn fall as likely not anyone’s fault yet questions builder practices. It compares to Willey and Glasgow mill incidents, arguing walls raised before mortar set were unsafe and responsibility rests with builders who ignore hardening times in bad weather.
Genevieve Rigby, a 12 year old daughter of a Brice supporter, writes a brief item for the New York World praising the senator elect. She emphasizes that the people want the man and his character more than looks and prays for his safety amid temptations.
The text reports Andrew Carnegie's wealth views drawing public interest in Exeland, likening his dictum He who dies rich dies disgraced to a teaching from two thousand years earlier. The commentary centers on public curiosity about Carnegie's plan to distribute wealth in life.
The Dispatch advocates jury reform citing misuse from obstinate jurors. Massachusetts has a bill proposing radical changes and many plans are likely elsewhere. A three fourths jury decision with judge concurrence is suggested to improve justice.
The piece reflects on Rev. Sam Jones calling a year epochal, reports a jury acquittal in a speak-easy case later discharged for the day, notes snowfall, a snow investigation, and mentions the Afro-American League of Chicago asking Congress for a hundred million dollars to aid white Alabama emigration, contrasting with white requests.
The militia officers of New Hampshire complain about indiscriminate military titles. They accuse authorities of rewarding others with commissions akin to Kentucky Colonels and Majors, signaling growing friction over rank honors.
A dispatch rails at the City Hall clock for failing to tell time while noting influenza concerns and a snowy scene. The sporting editor narrates a Chartiers visitor betting on Heenan fights, praising newsroom camaraderie amid proofs.
The Lotus lab or the Bontbaide hosted a members only entertain ment series kickoff in its second floor parlor. F B R Gearing chaired, Dr B A Woods spoke on community value beyond drinks, Ammon recited, Will Rauch read Marc Anthony, J W Swearer performed glass tumblers, others sang, H L Reimecke gave humor, and Bryan and Davis staged a sparring exhibition, ending near midnight with police captain W Stewart in attendance.
The Ladies' Board of Allegheny General Hospital met yesterday to sketch the planned entertainments at Carnegie Hall during the week of events. They did not form permanent committees or finalize details, but outlined the program and agreed to discuss definite plans next week at the hospital.
A 7 o clock dinner was served at the residence of Mr. E Maginn on Church avenue. Covers for 30 were laid and the table was decorated with cut flowers and emilax. The offering was made by Kennedy. An entertainment by the Willing Workers begins tonight at the Fourth Avenue Baptist Church sanctuary.Mrs James H Linpsar opens her residence to friends next week. Ridge avenue in Allegheny will be crowded with carriages near the Lindsay mansion.
The article notes a blizzard in Pittsburg with Mt Washington winds and 45 degree night temperatures. Pavl Bove, a French writer, stayed at Hotel Anderson, crowded with travelers while he observed ads and guests. He planned to visit mills and hoped to sell some.
The writer humorously contrasts types of men seen on city streetcars. He praises the gentlemanly man who offers seats and helps with fares, then lampoons the scheming Macawber who expects luck to turn up. Other figures include a sleepy or overly cheerful man and a heroic seated fellow who clutches a passenger during danger. Young women sometimes yield seats to the elderly or babies while men remain seated, prompting comments on courtesy and gratitude.
Local Florida paper reports heavy rain on the previous Saturday, the first since November, bringing relief and celebration across the region. Citizens reflect on the unusual weather while farmers anticipate improved conditions and moisture for crops.
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