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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1892
Page
2
Observations from Antwerp describe voting districts, open-air polling at a French theater, and orderly Belgian crowds. The writer notes disciplined behavior, strong community work ethic, and a contrast to American and British election excesses, concluding with remarks on Belgians and their stockings.
Alderman Braun of Allegheny's First ward has largely halted his crusade against disreputable houses after facing snags. He lacked a detective force to monitor operations and local powerbrokers urged him to ease the effort. Despite a temporary decline, disorderly houses are returning to former levels in the ward.
Returning from Cincinnati Prohibition leaders J D Simons Iraddock State Chairman Patton and A A Stevens say the party gains strength yearly. Patton backs Bidwell while New York New Jersey and Connecticut delegates oppose silver and tariff planks. Delegates predict 150 000 votes and a Texas amendment this fall. Colored delegates condemn hotel discrimination in Cincinnati dining rooms.
Construction of two new downtown fire engine houses on the old Falton foundry site progresses rapidly with the old building removed and foundations rising. Chief Brown aims for occupancy by October 15 and says there will be full competition for the engine contracts with ads forthcoming.
A June 1892 Paris feature explains the midnight sun phenomenon, calculates Paris's summer night length, and describes Arctic latitude effects. It tours Mount Avasaxa expeditions, notes St John festivals, and compares Earth's sun behavior with Mars poles.
Train schedule announces departures for Beaver and Beaver Falls via Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad with multiple daily times. Special trains Sunday and Monday extend service to Beaver Falls and other stations. Advertising notes De Witt's Little Early Risers pills and Bugine insect control with prompt delivery and family attendance urged.
July 2 dispatch from Washtington notes rising young congressmen, led by W. J. Bryan of Nebraska, Johnson of Indiana, Bailey of Texas, and others. The piece praises their oratorical skill, rapid speech, and potential future influence, while highlighting notable newcomers and contrasts with established leaders.
A. Kleber & Bro. announce fresh stock at 06 Wood Street featuring Steinway, Conover, and Opera pianos. The listing highlights seven octave piano organs and Vocalion church organs with small advances over cost.
New York July 2 Fortune comes with fame. A long list shows how presidents, vice presidents, and prominent figures earned wealth before and during public life. Harrison, Morton, Reed, and Whitney illustrate diverse paths from law, banking, railroads, and industry to affluence, while foreign rulers and explorers show inherited or commission-based fortunes.
A bill in equity was filed by Suburban Rapid Transit Street Railway against several traction companies and two individuals over a right of way on the Birmingham Brownsville Turnpike. Defendants allegedly drove off workers during track construction, asserting a curve claim. injunction requested to restrain interference.
Two divorce suits were filed yesterday. Emms McKelvey, by next friend John Patton, seeks separation from William McKelvey with alleged ill treatment dating from 1884 marriage to 1892 separation. Mary L. Carr, by next friend Eliza Saneaty, sues concerning a 1892 marriage and alleged cruelty. A divorce was granted in Mary Smith against Bishores Smith for ill treatment.
Judge White rules in favor of Elizabeth Wolf in Westmoreland land lease case. The suit on a Westmoreland deeded lease may be brought in the current jurisdiction, with judgment for the plaintiff.
The final account of W. H. Barnes receiver of the Allegheny Valley Railroad was confirmed by Judge Acheson. Covering May 2, 1884 to February 29, 1892, receipts totaled $19,695,760 with disbursements for operating expenses at $13,502,283 and interest on funded debt of $5,885,204. Cash on hand at the close was $308,318, and Barnes’ securities were released with his bond canceled.
Judge Magee yesterday handed down penalties including Ira Holderweed 30 days workhouse for larceny. Joseph Cunningham and Harry Walton jailed for assault and battery with fines. Edward Black, Elmer Abrams, and William Taylor faced sums for offenses. H and Hall with Joseph Werner had sentence suspended for entering a building with felonious intent. Robert Carson charged for assault and battery with nominal fines.
J Kaufmann & Bros sue Sheriff W H Keary for 300 damages alleging he levied on and sold their goods without authority to do so. The case seeks restitution for property valued at the claimed amount.
Attorney Whitesell and Sons filed suits for Charles F Osterlach Jr against William H Williams seeking 10000 dollars damages over alleged slander. The action names the parties and the claim amount, reflecting a civil defamation case.
Postmasters confirmed in Pennsylvania include J Garver Garver of Barons Pa and others as announced in the official roster.
The piece argues railroads hire young telegraphers due to cheap labor, causing dangerous misuse of signaling on American lines. It contrasts American practices with English standards, criticizes hap hazard training, cheap college rhetoric, and calls for stricter hiring and qualifications to prevent wrecks and ensure safety.
The National Convention of Negroes will be held July 4 and 5 without credentials. Committees, at Colonel Harlan of Cincinnati and others who will visit from outside cities, requested this step.
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