27 Jan 1891
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1891
Page
1
A dramatic Senate session in Harrisburg features a surprise move by Democrats and allies to run the apportionment bill after derailing the closure rule by a bare majority of one. The day also sees denouncements and a prank admission tied to a sensational legislative moment.
Amid tense exchanges the Senate set aside the closure rule and advanced the apportionment bill while Republicans faced surprise and strategized around Senator Stanford’s position. In the House the force bill defeat sparked protests as Democrats jeered and accused opponents of betraying pledges.
Washington January 26. The silver pool investigation features Cameron's testimony as Senator West and Littler face questions. Dingley introduces a January 19 letter from Owerby to Stevens. witnesses discuss purchases, margins, and alleged speculation.
The York Times was asked about a dispatch claiming a gentleman overheard Payne and Dingley discussing reluctance to enter the Cameron revelations. Mr. Dunnell believed the informant spoke truth. Representative Flower testified he never bought silver or any certificate and knew nothing of a silver pool.
In Harrisburg the Pennsylvania Senate buzzed after telegrams claimed Senator Cameron sided with Democrats on the elections bill. Reports conflicted on a vote or closure, fueling rumors and prompting a possible censure and resignation push led by Rep Sumner and Taggart.
Receiver Withey of the R G Peters Salt and Lumber Company raises 200000 through Grand Rapids parties and Detroit banks to pay Lori of Grand Haven under Federal Court instructions. The balance remains to resume business.
Unsecured creditors of Delamater & Co meet at the courthouse with over 300 in attendance. The creditors committee endorses a compromise offering 10 percent cash with security for an additional 20 percent funded by real estate and notes held in trust, appointing two trustees to finalize the agreement.
The thirty day strange fast of George Harris nears its end as relatives visit him and his brother-in-law attendant Shell Wilson notes Harris grew weaker in the last day. His pulse measured 83 this morning but irregular heart fluttering makes readings unreliable.
Oepex Utah January 26. Tension runs high as Gentile administration faces many enemies. A strong anti ring sentiment fuels Liberal party discontent and Citizens party forms, breaking old party lines.
The Citizens' party seeks to place Mormons on the ticket and has won control of several wards. At tonight's meeting, a satisfactory bet is expected to avoid undermining the party as it aims to gain new votes and edge toward city control.
In Columbus on January 26 the Ohio Legislature considered measures including a bill to bar railroad corporations from coal mining lumber and related businesses and end freight discrimination The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers pressed a measure requiring the railroad commissioner to have 20 years railroading experience A foreign corporation bond requirement was also presented and a Senate joint resolution sought constitutional tax equalization with property taxed on capital stock and income An amendment to dockyard and car inspection laws was discussed with the Live Stock Commission urging its oversight
The Supreme Court announced rule changes aimed at reducing delays in habeas corpus cases. All appeals writs of error and citations must be returnable within 30 days to be heard whether the court is in session or on vacation. Cases not docketed in time may be dismissed, speeding access to current matters.
In Crxcixsati on January 26 the Freedmens Aid Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church marks a quarter century of education and religious uplift for the South's freedmen. Bishops Walden Parkhurst and Hartzell joined in sermons and a daylong meeting with Dr. B. S. Rust and others to chart future direction.
The barbed wire men met in Chicago with a committee to confer with Washburn & Moen on buying agents. Heated sessions followed as Washburn & Moon reportedly submitted an ultimatum. A decision was expected tomorrow as efforts continued to bring the stubborn group in line.
Delegates from 12 states began arriving in Omaha for the annual National Farmers Alliance convention opening tomorrow. A long program includes banking system and economics talks by President Powers ex-President Burrows Ashby Milton George Eva McDonald and others with sessions extending into Wednesday.
Ohio coal operators plan a meeting tomorrow to decide on the eight hour demand and the weighing of coal before screening. Early indications show operators likely to concede little on these issues.
New York suffers massive telegraph and telephone outages after a severe winter storm. An army of over 1,000 workers labors within ten miles of the city to restore poles and wires while damage nears $500,000 for Western Union and Postal Telegraph companies.
The Senate shifts after a rare party crossfire as seven Republicans back Democrats in setting aside the Force Bill push. The vote signals a significant partisan moment with implications for civil rights and federal authority.
A severe storm battered sea routes causing eight ships to enter quarantine amid wrecks and drownings. The Empire State rescued crews from the Calvin Edwards, while the Nevada lost a sailor named Boneventure. Reports from Mt Edegeomba, C W Lane, and other vessels detail dismastings and maritime peril.
A severe December snowstorm hit Wilkes-Barre and surrounding areas causing telegraph and telephone outages, downed electric wires, and city darkness. In the countryside, snow collapsed fruit trees and barn roofs, with two horses shocked by a downed wire after stepping on it on the public square. the omnibus overturned but no passengers were injured.
The Western Union telegraph network near Philadelphia is largely down with no wires in operation in any direction. Manager A G Sayler warns patching a link to Baltimore and perhaps Washington might restore some communication, but westward connections remain unlikely due to storm damage between Philadelphia and Harrisburg. Repair work will take time to restore dense denser lines and services.
Scranton on January 26 enjoyed sunny weather that helped linemen repair broken wires and restore service. Despite day’s work, telephone circuits and fire alarm lines remained interrupted while nearby towns reported greater damage. Western Union and Postal services partially restored.
Snow depth reaches six inches in TunKansnock Pennsylvania as a surge of ice on the Susquehanna pins plummeting traffic. Telegraph and most telephone lines are down while the ice gorge remains unbroken and the river's ice has pushed the bridge off its foundation.
Boston reports a severe night storm crippling fire alarm service forcing firefighters to patrol city streets throughout the darkness. Officials say delays and outages hampered early calls, leaving crews stationed at key crossings to respond manually.
Special Telegram from Poughebursie New York reports a severe snow and wind storm has cut all Hudson area towns off from New York by telegraph. The large iron bridge was washed away stranding villagers and halting traffic and communications.
Financial circles buzz over Western Maryland bond funding and a proposed Baltimore belt line. Tradesmen's National Bank faced rumors of forged checks tied to bonds, but President Bradley and officials said the bank remains secure with no loss to surplus.
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