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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1892
Page
7
Amid Homestead upheaval, editors insist on restoring law’s supremacy over labor and capital. They condemn Carnegie Company’s use of Pinkerton guards and urge official authorities to deploy civil process to quell violence and protect rights.
The Washington Post outlines how passage or failure of the Stewart bill would spread responsibility for free silver coinage. If approved by House and signed by the President, both parties share blame, with Republicans bearing about two thirds if the Senate and President are Republican. If the House rejects it, the Senate bears the Senate’s pro silver stance alone and members face accountability from constituents.
The text notes that most Republicans in the Senate oppose the bill while most Democrats support it, arguing party responsibility rests on expected House votes. It suggests anti silver Republicans and free silver Democrats exist, but major Democratic leaders are free silver men, enabling the bill to progress.
The article contrasts Sheriff Mc Cleary and Governor Pattison on using state military force to restore order after deputies were driven from Homestead. It argues civil authority failed and questions the governor’s delay, noting press criticism across parties amid bloodshed.
The article praises a productive meeting between manufacturers and the Amalgamated Committee, noting it contrasts with the violence at Homestead. It warns that wage disputes are best settled by calm negotiation while warfare should be avoided, hoping for a reasonable compromise.
The New York Sun denounces the Charleston News and Courier as traitorous to the South while arguing the real issue in the force bill campaign is free trade. It cites North Carolina census data to claim negro majority power and questions editorial corruption, warning the North may see virtue in the measure.
An editorial warns that losses from civil conflict fall on taxpayers and cites Allegheny County riots of 1877. It urges unity to preserve order and prevent further destruction of life and property, stressing government protection and fiscal burden on the public.
A new commerce feature appears as large, ripe figs from California flood Eastern markets. The piece notes U S fig cultivation proves practical and suggests cities like Pittsburg could share Boston and New York supply. The column contrasts this with German press controversy and U S political coinage debate.
The passage voices criticism from protectionists who view the depicted Interest as a showcased example of protective policy. It suggests that opponents see the imagery as proof of shielding measures favoring domestic interests.
The passage cites Mr. Cleveland and Tammany aligning on a common Fourth of July and Democratic platform. It notes famine aftershocks affecting Russia and criticizes hospital responses to outbreaks. It also hints the English election may end in a near draw.
A civic column warns that destroying law will ruin labor and industry and urges workingmen to halt lawless actions now to protect livelihoods and progress. It references 1877 as a reminder of consequences and calls for orderly conduct and respect for legal norms.
The report lists various diplomatic and political happenings. It notes the Senate confirming George D. Johnston as Civil Service Commissioner, mentions Sir Arthur Sullivan recovering, and reports travel of President Harrison’s party to Adirondacks and Cape May. It adds tidbits on Miss Emma Bradley's charity, Captain Borop's return, and background on James B. Weaver's military and political career.
Students meet teachers on college opening day at Chautauqua Caacracqua New York July 6 Special Regular services at 11 am Dr Harper late so remarks move to 2 pm Diverse program follows with Prof Edwards on chemistry Prof Parker teaching system Prof Starr quotes Dickens Prof Anderson gymnastic instructor described as rotund and fit A bar joke about Paying and Anderson’s brother Skinn y and Quatty noted Dr Harper’s afternoon talk on The Higher Criticism proved engaging Evening Vesper services at the temple
A New York conference between the Freight Committee of the Trunk Line Association and E B Jaycox of the World's Columbian Exposition set rates for foreign exhibits. Goods shipped to Chicago will pay regular rates, but with a certificate showing they have been exhibited they will be returned to the origin free of charge.
Ottawa reports that the US cruiser Corwin did not seize 25 Canadian vessels. a separate dispatch confirms the steamer Coquittam carried the entire season’s catch of Canadian float in its hold.
The Paris to Nantes and back race covering 623 miles was won by Allard in 6 hours 28 minutes. Moyer trailed by one hour 62 minutes. Sixty seven entrants started at Paris on Sunday.
Washington reports compare how Lincoln Grant Cleveland and Harrison learned of renomination news. Lincoln’s 1864 notification was quiet, Grant’s 1872 brief, Cleveland’s 1888 formal, Harrison’s informal scenes with Cabinet, reporters, and guests erupting into celebration in the East Room and surrounding halls.
President Harrison joined a festive outdoor gathering, dancing with Baby McKee and inviting loiterers inside for luncheon. Secretary Bush circulated with a pitcher of lemonade, attending to guests in a scene of general jollification.
An elderly couple, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schloesser, living at 906 Burling Street, own four neglected paintings of great value. Two originals by Philip Wouverman dated 1644 are believed authentic by experts, with the other two Rivne views by Von Falkenberg from 1518. The works were identified after European notifications reached the couple, revealing their rarity and significance in American holdings.
The Allegheny authorities barred John Most from delivering a Sunday afternoon talk in Pittsburgh. They argue free speech is useless if used with evil design and claim Most lacks genuine labor ties. Local workers and officials support ejecting him to prevent unrest.
President Baker stated the Pittsburg iron strike will not delay the World’s Fair as most iron is already on the lakes and the only building still affected is the Edgemore Bridge and Building Company contract in Delaware. He noted other structures have neared row construction stages and dedication is unlikely to be delayed.
A collage of editorial stabs from major papers debating Bismarck and Emperor William. National sentiment sways with fault lines over leadership, liberty, and Germany’s future. The mood blends nostalgia, critique, and political theatre as old rivals spar publicly.
Prof Walter Lyman veteran elocution teacher dies in Chicago after Brights disease strain. Esther Calvert English actress of Calvert family dead in London at 30s. Emilio Cuarn died in New York aged 53, Cuban revolution participant. Colonel E G Bust of the Twenty fifth Infantry reported paralyzed. Mant Williamsacoer retired businessman died suddenly in London aged 9 and years.
A reader highlights debates on lynch law and racial prejudice in the South with Douglass and broader remarks on democracy in London society. Widespread concerns about liquor politics and clergy conduct are linked to public policy, while figures like Lincoln are praised for strategic insight in a compilation of essays and excerpts.
The whaling ship Progress of New Bedford lies at the breakwater and is set for exhibition at the Columbiana World's Fair in Chicago. Captain Gilford will tow the 107 foot vessel to Detroit tonight on 1580 tons ballast, then to Chicago for display after outfitting at Detroit.
The Emerald Beneficial Association, a Catholic benevolent organization with U.S. and Canada branches, will meet in Pittsburgh on Tuesday for its seventh triennial fourteenth regular convention. President Samuel I. Gilson of Pittsburgh and Secretary George L. P. Strome of Wilkes-Barre lead the group. Headquarters are at the Commonwealth Hotel with a congregation reception planned.
Appointments announced by Governor Pattison include Alonzo Robbins of Philadelphia to the State Pharmaceutical Examining Board, Andrew J. Maloney of Philadelphia as inspector of the Eastern Penitentiary, Ray Walker of Allegheny County as manager of Western Pennsylvania Hospital, and trustees named for Warren Site Lunatic Hospital and State Center for Injured, with several changes replacing departed officials.
The scene contrasts Bidwell the Prohibitionist brandy candidate with Weaver of Jons the People party hopeful. The pair fail to face each other as the nation watches, reflecting fractured third party prospects.
In view of the famine danger in Russia from last winter, the Citizens' Russian Relief Committee created a permanent fund to meet contingencies with promptness. The move aims to assure steady support and rapid aid when shortages arise.
Up to The Times and Baltimore American editors note ex-President Cleveland has offered no congratulatory words to his running mate Stevenson. The piece speculates whether Cleveland intends to drive a wedge between the Democratic ticket and its unity.
A digest of curious claims and statistics from around the globe notes varied topics from Chinese trials to Italian warships, imperial budgets, schooling in India, World’s Fair visitors, piano weight records, and the construction of the Statue of Liberty base.
A string of quick punchlines and gags unfolds in a humor sketch with lines about bank fails, patent remedies, neckties, family misfortune, and a running riff on cards and dentures. The dialogue pairs a husband and wife with a chorus of witticisms.
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