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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1892

Page

7

Che Dispatch Establishment Notice and Address Information

The snippet lists publication details for The Dispatch including establishment date, issue number, postal registrations, and office locations at Corner Smithfield and Diamond Streets, plus publishing rooms at 78 and South Diamond Street and Tribune Building in New York. It notes foreign advertisers welcome and mentions offices in New York for advertisers.

Diamond Streets Diamond Street New Dispatch Tribune New York Dispatch New York City

The Darcy Dispatch and Delivery Rates

The article lists subscription options for a newspaper including yearly, quarterly, and monthly rates. It shows delivery by carriers at one cent per week and a Sunday edition premium with extra cents weekly.

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Urban property assessments face steep jumps and backlash

City officials discuss a potential valuation rise, yet many properties show 50 to 300 percent increases. Residents, especially in East End, Southside, and rural wards, protest inflated cash values and speculative taxation. The current assessment system is criticized as inequitable, urging cautious pace and broader reform.

City Hall Tura East End Southside Tae Drsraten

City weighs buying free foot passage on Monongahela bridges

A Pittsburgh suggestion proposes the city could purchase free passage over all Monongahela bridges for pedestrians. The plan hinges on private sale terms and legislative authority, with negotiations seen as worth pursuing to gauge cost and potential public value.

Monongahela

Chief of Public Safety vows second term focus on efficiency

The Chief of the Department of Public Safety announces his second term will be his last and will stress vigilance and efficiency. He says efficiency will be the watch word and that good government is good politics, pledging thorough reform to prove there is room for improvement.

Department of Public Safety Brown

Public Safety Chief Seeks Full Disclosure of City Influences

The piece argues for complete transparency about any influences hindering the fire and police bureaus under Mr. Browns leadership. It stresses the public’s right to know how obstacles affected prior efficiency and urges exposure and correction of such influences.

Misrepresentation on Chile Refugee Safe Conduct Debated

A detailed critique argues that Chilean refusal to grant safe conduct to refugees aboard the Yorktown was misrepresented to inflame war sentiment. It contends the warning served to prevent misperception and that Chile offered reparations, while U.S. language disputes threaten to escalate into broader conflict.

Yorktown Chile United States Germany England Egan Bob

Wisconsin Deposits Lawsuit Ends With State Recovered

The Wisconsin case ends with the state winning about 350000 in interest from deposits held by multiple banks from 1878 to 1891. The dispute ties to a national controversy involving Senator Sawyer and alleged bribery linked to La Follette. Wisconsin now seems likely to recover the funds, unlike Pennsylvania.

Treasury Wisconsin Pennsylvania Sawyer la Follette United States Washington

Go slow, city leaders urged on tax plan

A reader urges careful handling of city valuation increases and millage. The writer warns against raising taxes via higher valuations while preserving or increasing the mill rate, predicting higher rents and living costs for workers unless city expenses are cut.

Guttenberg Gambling Ring Defies Suppression Efforts

In Guttenberg a "brace" race track network persists despite strong attempts to shut it down. Chicago moves to curb similar nuisances with swift results. Hudson county politics shield the operation, which earns about 2.5 million dollars from bookmakers and related sources annually, with total gross revenues near 6 million. Authorities reportedly resist action amid deep corruption.

Guttenberg Chicago New Jersey Hudson County

Law defies enforcement at Jersey City racetrack scandal

Rival Jersey City aldermen set up courts at the racing grounds releasing offenders on trivial leads as magistrates issue warrants against pool selling. Critics argue Governor Abbott shields the corrupt ring, turning the affair into a state level controversy. A meeting of the Allegheny Councils tonight may fuel further action.

Jersey City Abbott New Jersey

Chicago boiler disaster prompts coroner’s jury action

The City Boiler Inspector condemned a Chicago boiler but it remained in service, causing an explosion that killed five workers. The coroner’s jury held the owner, superintendent, engineer, and two firemen responsible and called for legal action. The verdict serves as a warning against boiler negligence.

Chicago

Deputies’ Shame Calls Duel Claims Amid Disorder

The French Chamber of Deputies again displayed childish behavior with disorderly scenes that allegedly led to two duels, marking a public crisis of decorum and political tension.

Chamber of Deputies

Pittsburg Proud of Brashear Instrument Standard

John A. Brashear completed an instrument to serve as a standard for weights and measures. European efforts failed, but Pittsburg’s practical scientist produced the device, a source of local pride.

John A. Brashear Pittsburg Europe

Garza Officer Vague Claims Offer Little Value

A Garza police officer provides vague information that adds little value regarding the source. No clear details or actionable facts are presented.

Garza

Body snatching case near Indianapolis sparks dissection concerns

The report condemns another body-snatching incident for medical use near Indianapolis and questions the legal system for securing cadavers. It notes Pittsburg’s cosmopolitan nature as evidenced by a trial requiring three interpreters to obtain evidence.

Indianapolis Pittsburg

Famine in Russia Spurs Charitable Appeals Amid Starvation

A dated report describes a village preparing for death from famine in Russia, urging nations to extend aid. The piece laments Western passivity and contrasts it with shortages elsewhere, noting price manipulations such as rice being driven up by illicit trusts.

Notable Figures Parade Through Styleful Capitals

The Archbishop of Canterbury is described touring London on a fine cob. Miss SEARING of New Orleans directs a large orchestra. Robert BARgett Brown rents a Florence studio for a portrait order. Mr Rivpek HAGGARD, says critics, may pale readers with his new African tale. Randolph Rocers shows early carving talent in woodland cane heads. Richard Henry StToppard writes with minute precision. Miss Auguste Invoser, daughter of a former Japanese minister, studies in Berlin. The new Bishop of Carlisle is Dr John Waring Barasisy from a sturdy English family with seven churchmen. Seven American brothers rarely preach in sequence. William GARDNER HALE travels to Chicago to organize a Latin department at a Baptist university. Corx GRrEssMAN DUBARROW of Chicago dubbed the Adonis of the West and the handsomest man in Congress. a 34-year-old bachelor yet to deliver his maiden speech.

Archbishop of Canterbury London Miss Searing New Orleans Robert Bargett Brown Re Florence Rivpek Haggard Reeder Randolph Rocers Richard Henry StToppard Auguste Invoser Augusta Berlin Carlisle John Waring Barasisy Willliam Gardner Hale Cornell Chicago New Baptist University Corx Grressman Dubarrow Adonis West Congress House of Representatives

Prof Lovering Funeral at Harvard in Brief Service

Harvard College mourns Joseph Lovering longtime professor of moral philosophy laid to rest at Mt Auburn Cemetery. The service at Old Appleton College chapel lasted half an hour with Rev A P Peabody officiating. Notable attendees included President Elliott Norton Royce Ames and other Harvard faculty and Boston dignitaries.

Camminer Joseph Lovering Harvard College Mt. Auburn Old Appleton College A. P. Peabody D. D King’s Chapel Charles Elliot Norton Charles F. Dunbar William W. Goodwin Ephraim Emerton Benjamin 0. Pierce Frederick D. Allen Josiah Royce G M.anne H. W. Terrey L. Ames Henry Elcott Martin Brimmer Leverett Saltonstall Corporation Greene Boston John L. Nichols Cambridge The Academy of Arts and Sciences Tanner Hart Brooks J. G. Williams R. W. Wilson

Holman Scratches Initials on Treasury Dollars

A Chicago report claims Mr. Holman is scratching his initials on U S Treasury dollars to ensure written permission is required for any currency to move, a strange interference with federal money.

Chicago Holman United States

Pennsylvania Art Exhibit Sees Secret Committee Session

A secret session of the Pennsylvania Commission on the World's Fair discussed the state art display with Executive Commissioner Benjamin Whiting and Chairman R. L. Bromfield. An auxiliary art committee of seven experts will curate works and oversee Pennsylvania’s exhibit alongside transportation, machinery, and livestock displays for Chicago.

Philadelphia Pennsylvania Commission of the Art Club Benjamin Whiting R. L. Bromfield Whiting National Commission Bromley Lewis Emery, Jr Bradford Harriet A. Lucas Mabel C. Jones Harrisburg H. J. McAteer Huntingdon William Hassar Oil City A. G. Koenigk Pittsbur Vania Pennsyl Pittsburg William Dalliba Dutton Clifford P. Grayson Charles FE. Dana Henry Pettit Frank Miles Day Charles Dana Academy of Fine Arts Pattit Chicago Pennsylvania Commonwealth

Cornered the Coin Market in Detroit Pennies

Detroit banks refused large cent deposits, forcing merchants to rely on pennies. Barrie & Saladin built a secret barrel stockpile of 700 dollars in pennies, trading them for small change with banks at a premium, causing a widespread penny famine among merchants, newsboys, and customers.

Detroit Barrie & Saladin West Fort Street

Preserved Pioneers Found In Glenwood Springs Graves

In Glenwood Springs Colorado a remarkable find shows several pioneer bodies exhumed from old graves remain in a remarkable state of preservation inside their coffins. The sexton reports flesh soft limbs pliable and features natural, with many bodies still well preserved after five to seven years.

Sexton Coias

State Editorial Association elects officers and adopts resolutions

The Pennsylvania State Editorial Association held its annual meeting at Hanatseune on January 20. Officers elected include President P. Gray Meek Bellefonte. Vice Presidents H. L. Taggart Philadelphia William B. Givin Columbia RB. B. Mc Kee Freeport. Secretary Treasurer EH. HB. Thomas Mechanicsburg. Corresponding Secretary Mrs Wolfe Shippensburg. Executive Committee members J. Somer Curtisle J. Irvin Steele Ashland E. F. Acheson Washington EK. Meyers Harrisburg E. Fleming Huntingdon John A. Mellon Beuvoer. A resolution urged support for the World's Columbian Exposition by Pennsylvania newspapers. A new Legislation Committee was appointed with J. Somer as Chairman. The Executive Committee will plan next summer's excursion.

Sages J. Irvin Steele Ashland E. F. Acheson EK. Meyers Harrisburg E. Fleming Huntingdon John A. Mellon Beuvoer Pennsylvania J. Somer Curtisle

Toledo Democratic Majority Faces Frustration in Congress

The Toledo Commercial notes the Democratic majority in Congress is drawing criticism for not delivering bold action. It highlights a perception of stalled progress and calls for clearer leadership and results from lawmakers.

Toledo Congress

Blue Law Crusade Opposes Sunday Newspapers Rise Against Law and Order Society

A Pittsburgh-era opinion condemns the Law and Order Society for attacking Sunday papers and blue laws. The piece argues such interference harms legitimate business, notes police already enforce the Sabbath, and urges legal challenge to L and O tactics and Sunday press scrutiny. The author calls for public pushback against the group and its detectives.

South Pittsburge Law and Order Society Law and Order Pinkertop Ilegal L. and Pennsylvania

Sunday newspaper ban seen as fanatic, not public will

The Law and Order Society seeks to curb Sunday newspaper sales, with Newark and Pittsburg as targets. The piece argues Americans oppose such Sunday traffic prohibitions and warns indiscriminate enforcement could repeal the laws, benefiting liquor interests.

Repeal Talk Grows Over Sunday Blue Law Restriction

McKeesport and Pittsburgh protests against the Blue Law spark calls for repeal amid enforcement of Sunday sale limits on sodas milk shakes and confections. The Law and Order Society presses a hearing and potential ruling against Sunday papers while critics say restrictions overstep reform aims.

McKeesport Law and Order Society of Pittsburg Ernasde

Sunday Newspapers Prevail Despite Law and Order Opposition

The New York Commercial Advertiser notes Pittsburgers received Sunday papers yesterday amid Law and Order campaigns and prosecutions of newsboys and dealers. It argues public sentiment supports Sunday newspapers and that laws lacking public support fail.

New York Commercial Advertiser Pittsburgers

Law and Order Society Targets Sunday Papers in Pittsburgh

The Pittsburg Law and Order Society revives the 174 law as a tool against Sunday newspapers. Some readers react as if it were a bygone year like 17M, while others see it as an overreach.

Philadelphia Inquirer Pittsburg Law and Order Society

National divorce law sparks cross country debate

The debate centers on a proposed national divorce law and constitutional amendments. Senators from the Midwest argue for federal action while state courts fear interference with local practices. Multiple newspapers view the issue as a grave national problem needing careful discussion and potential constitutional change.

Bride with a Beard Fraud Case Stuns Groom

Charles Rosenberg swore warrants against Jacob Zeman and Jennie Lambosky after discovering his bride was a bearded man posing as a maiden. The tailor, aged three, allegedly paid 310 to Zeman, met Lambosky, and attended a wedding with a beard unveiling at Halsted Street. He plans to prosecute to end as they call it a joke.

Curiaco Jan. C Charles Rosenberg Jacob Zeman Jennie Lambosky Rosenberg Zeman Halsted Street Jennie Aanenbent

Not Afraid to Attack Sheep

A brief item notes Mr. Springer of Boston as a man of courage who is not afraid to attack sheep, highlighting his bold stance in a satirical or local-interest remark.

Boston Springer

Cousin to a Milliner in Vanity Fair Claims Kinship

A London bonnet shop run by a Somers-Cocks cousin of Lady Henry Somerset emerges in gossip. The social reformer is linked to noble lines while her cousin’s Belgravia shop Mme. Zero et Cle markets smart bonnets. Separate notes report Delilah Madison and Alonzo Hagan wedding plans in Uniontown.

Vanity Fair Menry Somerset Pittsburg Henry Somerset New York Earl Somner Duke of Beaufort Isabel Caroline Somers-Cocks Duke of Bedford Rachel Gorney Lord Dudley Eastnor Castile Somers-Cocks Ebury Street Belgravia Mme. Zero Et Cle

Day nursery entertainment meetings and social events listed

The notice lists final meetings for day nursery entertainment committees in Old City Hall and an afternoon session at the Eighth Street Reformed Presbyterian Church. It mentions first at home events for Enwino Gragam Ferevsos, patronesses for upcoming dances by Onmypa Corillons, a potential spring benefit for Allegheny General Hospital, and numerous social gatherings hosted by local residents in Oakland, Stanton Avenue, Mt. Washington, and Allegheny with dates near January and February.

Old City Hall Eighth Street Reformed Presbyterian Church Mas Enwino Gragam Ferevsos Mixa Burt J. Scott Ferguson Forbes Avenue Oakland Curry Normecutt Lindany M. Charles W. Fleming Allegheny General Hospital Francis Morsay Ella Gibson Millerstown Tre Censee B. F. Leech East

Wildcats Run Rampant Near North Bridgeport

In North Bridgeport Connecticut a family of wildcats has terrorized the suburb for two weeks. A 9 year old boy was attacked in his yard and injured. Calves were killed, chickens mauled, and residents fear venturing after dark. A hunting party plans to hunt tonight as two adults and two cubs are suspected.

Bridgeport Barpetroat Cors North Bridgeport Tommy Timothy Collins Fairfield County Danbury

It Smoketh Every Day

A brief notice from Chicago Tribune notes ongoing smoke coverage and daily smoke related observations. It highlights persistent smoke presence and a recurring emphasis on air quality effects in daily life.

Chicago Tribune

Meininger arrives with Julius Caesar and big week ahead

Monday evening features The Meininger world famous dramatic company for first Pittsburg appearance. The ensemble is famed but includes strong performers like Digby Bell and Marion Manolis. Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar highlighted with court theater quality props and costumes. Also at Grand Opera House next week The Tar and the Tar Tar with 300th performance and souvenir spoons.

Meininger Tts Saxe Meiningen Shakespeare Julius Msar The Aquesne Pittsburg Grand Opera House Askin Digby Bell Marion Manols Laure Joyce Bell Herbert Wilke Farrella Jerry Doyle Weu Ricuanp Goupen Alvin Theater New England Jed Prouty Bocksport

Curious Condensations Across a World of Odd Facts

An assortment of brief curiosities and anecdotes spans science, history, and daily life. Notable items include early methods for temperature indication, a New York hospital patient’s fatal joy burst, diverse library sizes, and a curious heredity tale from a New York dining room.

New York

Prohibitionist banter and quirky exchanges in a quick page

A jumble of humorous dialogue clips on prohibition, wealth fantasies, social notes, and playful misunderstandings. Characters tease a boss, discuss beard growing, and riff on names, oaths, and oddities in a dated, lighthearted column style.

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