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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1890
Page
4
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The House erupted in a heated clash as Dalsell opened a contest of election cases under the Republican program. The dispute centered on Speaker Reed’s authority in the absence of formal rules, with Democrats led by Crisp arguing limits on power. Though logic favored Democrats, Republicans held numerical advantage. hours passing yielded no resolution and further sessions seem likely. The scene recalled a circus as Congress fights over time and control.
The Pittsburg Press Club held its third annual dinner last night with a large representative turnout of city journalists. Speakers included Mr Watterson and Mr land whose lively orations praised Pittsburg’s progress, and the event fostered fellowship and public-spirited work among newspaper men.
A New York plan by Alfred Dolge to use length of service and fidelity as a basis for pensions 50 to 300 percent of wages, life insurance up to 1,000 per five years, and a work record endowment. The system aims to create small scale capitalists among workers and strengthen employer worker ties. Questions remain on insolvency safeguards and transfers between jobs. The experiment will be watched as a potential labor capital solution.
The Philadelphia Press asserts Delaware’s constitution would grant political equality and prevent disfranchisement if enforced, while claiming current policies nullify it as a wanton unjustifiable act by the dominant party. The paper’s stance is described as correct.
The piece argues that nullifying constitutions in Delaware and Pennsylvania undermines constitutional government. It laments the dominant party for ignoring salutary corporate provisions and failing to enforce them despite campaign pledges, urging public accountability and reverence for the constitutional framework.
The Ohio General Assembly faces partisan tactics as lawmakers debate the rightful Lieutenant Governor. Opponents threaten the case to the state Supreme Court, citing unanimous court factions. Illness and even deaths among members are noted amid calls for depoliticized, fact based resolution.
The eiblogram in The DistaTcH notes Germany plans strict emigration controls to curb the mass outflow chiefly toward America. It suggests passport refusals for youths under 19 as a key restraint, likely unpopular, with American sympathy likely if the policy fuels tension.
The article notes Switzerland fears German pressure under Prince Bismarck over railways and contemplates borrowing from England to buy back German-owned lines. It also mentions California snow drifts, Prince Ferdinand of Bulgaria courting an American heiress, and industry woes during a Central Pacific blockade.
A reflection on digestion as knowledge gains, noting the iron market’s conservative improvement and rising prices. BunGLArs operate in the nearby Ohlo valley, underscoring urban crime and the need for organized suburb policing as residents defend themselves. A Philadelphia editor receives a five year penitentiary sentence for large scale misappropriation.
The column lists prominent individuals and happenings from a past era. It mentions poet Robert Browning’s early talent, writer Horatio Alger’s fortune in boys' books, Louis Walker in New York, and politics around Calamity Weller. It notes readings, banquets, and salons with Warner, Twain, Howells, and Edwards, plus memorials and philanthropic efforts linked to Susan B. Anthony and Clara Barton.
In Philadelphia probate, Theresa Christina Kinike's estate exceeds 300000 with 250000 in personal effects. She directs 90000 to the German authorities as a permanent trust for the aged and infirm poor of Erkeln, Westphalia, with rest to other bequests and charities.
Jonestown January 2 John J. Jones, linked to the Iowa fish pocketbook rumor, says he lost his house contents including a money pocketbook and papers. He cannot recall the amount but doubts the tale, yet finds the coincidence remarkable.
The Fakir musical farce comes to the Bijou next week featuring Hamlin's Farce Comedy Company led by Charles W. Seaman Flora Moora Edward Morris and others. Opening sales show strong demand for Nadji and The Dram Major with box office operations limiting sales.
Charies Edward Lester died in this city in the afternoon of consumption. An abolition movement figure, he bore as color bearer in notable campaigns and served as a delegate to Exeter Hall. He published The Glory and Shame of England after gathering material abroad. He left a lasting legacy in reform.
Joe Jrifernan recalls Jefferson’s Jefferson biography excerpt about Edwin Forrest. The actor’s Apollo physique and volatile temper fueled Metamora rehearsals in Washington, with an onstage mishap as a burning prop sparks laughter and a chaotic curtain call.
The Detroit Journal lauds the Pirrspore Disparce for its rapid improvements. It ranks with leading East journals, noting careful editing and sharp editorial comments. The paper’s Sunday edition is praised for liberal education value and thoughtful current events coverage.
The Senate confirmed numerous United States Attorneys including John W. Herron in Ohio and Walter Lyon in Pennsylvania along with several others across West Virginia Ohio and nearby districts. The report notes a Washington Star summary on monarchy rot and cosmic dust adding to news context.
Jackson Miss January 2 Both Houses favored holding the World's Fair west of the Alleghenies in a joint resolution. An effort to back St. Louis in the Senate failed. Chicago appears more favored by Mississippi voters.
The Era highlights Mrs A M Brens theater party next Friday and a grand supper at the Duquesne Club. The Arbuckle Superior Minstrels present two benefit nights for the Superior Brass Band in Allegheny. Y M C A winter entertainments, elocution and music at Fourth Ward school, and University Hall program by Miss NettA Brows. Secretary prep, East Liberty Y M C A entertainment at East Liberty Presbyterian Church. A. E. Nieman hosts a card and dance night on Fifth Avenue. Mus Faas and Moors host a charm enchre party on Franklin Street. Freemason Hall hosts a great organ recital for Scottish Rite. Miss Exta Harper to wed Branley Neely today. School of Design exhibit review this morning. Miss Exa Wenster hosts card and dance night on Martin Street. Tom Southern editor Henry Watterson to lecture tonight at Old City Hall.
Agnes Huntington retires from Marjorie at the Prince of Wales Theater citing contract and management disputes. Minnie Palmer leads a Cinderella strike at Her Majesty's Theater over salary and receipts, closing the house. Langtry suffers bronchitis delaying As You Like It.
Washington January 2 Mr Mitchell addressed the Senate on the bill for free coinage of silver. He framed it as a clash between the rich and the poor, creditors and debtors, accusing a powerful group of aiming to depress values to enhance grip of mortgages and bonds on assets. He argued for a circulating medium enough to meet business needs and questioned whether the double standard should return or gold remain the standard.
Chicago leaders unveil a plan to swell the World Fair fund to ten million dollars. After a long meeting the Executive Committee instructed Mayor Crieger to telegram Colonel George R. Davies in Washington with a resolution supporting a one million dollar increase in bonds.
The Treasury issues a second call on national bank depositories to reduce public balances by March 1 1800. It will purchase United States 4 percent bonds from banks by February 20 189. The number of banks affected is to be announced.
The St. Paul Globe notes indications Pennsylvania might reenact 1882 when a Republican bolt allowed a Democrat to win the governorship. If Quay fields a candidate, reform Republicans threaten upheaval, as sizable states are not wholly reliable in the current scene.
The New York World warns of possible ice famine next summer unless the Hudson River freezes. The Chicago Times notes this claim as a reflection of New York’s central role and mood.
In a San Francisco report, Lucia Zaretta, claimed as the world’s smallest human, died in Mexico City from gastric fever after a delayed passenger train incident. The piece contrasts crank theories blaming electricity for weather with the researchers’ inability to explain recent conditions.
The Chicago News notes spring arrived early and predicts the current mild period will hasten spring chickens to market time, making their age at table uncertain and raising concerns about timing and flavor.
Eva Denaldevn argues in a Boston Courier column that respectable women deserve political rights, while criticizing men who demand sympathy yet condemn women as angels. She notes the double standard of men who shun equal laws yet seek women’s virtue.
A Washington dispatch surveys leading African Americans and their views on emigration and future rights. John M. Lynch rejects exodus as impractical, while ex-consul MoM Castwoop notes San Domingo as a potential refuge. Liberia’s John H Smyth cautions emigration and praises educated blacks who could thrive there. Langston foresees possible future amalgamation and urges focus on civil rights and education over mass emigration.
Prominent colored leaders defend progress in the South and criticize emigration calls. They note opportunities in Kansas and three colored court clerks, while warning against depopulation schemes tied to Morgan's bill. Frank G. Carpent es.
New York reports Miss Elizabeth Bisland of Cosmopolitan trails Miss Bly in the 75 day circuit, delayed by hours and missteps. A late arrival aboard the Cunard ship Bothnia is anticipated, with Hong Kong and Havre mix ups cited as causes for the four day gap.
President receives credentials of J G de Amaral Valente and Salvador Mendonea signaling formal recognition of the United States of Brazil. Ceremonies in the Blue Room with Secretaries present. aims to deepen friendly relations and boost personal intercourse and trade between the two nations.
Negotiations close as Rev. Dr. Theodore L. Flood signs a 16 year contract to takeover the Chautauquan and related Century Press works. The scale covers about half a million books annually, with the Burr family overseeing expansion of the Chautauquan building toward Walnut street. George Vincent of Buffalo will be closely involved with Flood in Century Press publications.
The Executive Committee of the Republican League of the United States meeting in Wastinotos called on the President this morning. Senator Ingalls Representative McKinney and other prominent speakers have accepted invitations to speak at the third annual convention in Nashville Tennessee on March 4. John M Thurston of Nebraska, president of the league, predicts a large enthusiastic meeting.
A collage of editorial snips notes Mr Quay's fishing parable, Congressmen at work on districts, Speaker Reed as the right man, Cleveland's 1502 optimism, tailor gripes on nine day outfits, Anarchist Most appeals, Blaine and Randall's lack of formal study, and rumors of W L Scott reentering politics as Pattison's porter and gubernatorial candidate.
A stream of brief curiosities and oddities from around the world includes a 16 year old widow in Columbus Ohio, a Fresno incident, London Times expenditures, Idaho mining value, a Meadville youth barred from bars, a German court note, a Saugatuck discovery, and a fowl with two hearts. Additional items cover a Chinese encyclopedia edition, French job applicants, a Madison widow’s multiple notices, Tillamook lighthouse spray, Franklin County’s heaviest man, a London medical union, a West Chester doctor’s quack remedy, Staten Island animal loyalty, an Argentine arrest, a St. Louis burglary, Belgium map losses, a Boston jury car-trial coincidence, Wickes Montana mining strike, Canadian bounty bill for fathers with 12 children, and related provincial procedures.
A montage of humorous snippets from cartoons and jokes. Dialect quips about grammar and sentences appear alongside lovers’ chatter and random one liners. The piece mixes mock dialogue with short humorous exchanges and misread phrase play.
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