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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1890
Page
1
Silver men secure a victory as the Senate declines to take up the tariff bill, prompting a conference report agreement. Debates rage in the House over a railroad land grant forfeiture bill while Congress plans sessions into fall.
Conferees from both houses reach agreement on silver bill terms. A compromise sets monthly bullion purchases at 4 500 000 ounces after initial 4 000 000 ounce proposals. Sherman Jones Conger and Walker led drafting with momentum toward speedy passage this week.
In Washington the House debated a bill to forfeit uncompleted railroad grants and restore lands to the public domain. Supporters argued it would reclaim 7,000,000 acres, while critics blamed Northern Pacific influence and Reed’s leadership for pursuing the measure. The session closed with adjournment.
The Senate discussed delaying the tariff bill after initial debate and considered two shipping measures. Morrill’s motion failed 16 to 24 with no quorum, followed by a roll call showing 49 senators reacting. The session then again voted against taking up the tariff bill, tallying 20 to 23 as various names were recorded.
Senator Bates submits minority report from the Agriculture and Forestry committee. The report supports each tub standing on its own bottom but opposes using one article to aid another or deprive other products of competition. It cautions that the bill could produce such inevitable outcomes if enacted.
A dispatch from Supervisor Davis reports padding of enumerators lists in five San Francisco census districts. He alleges extensive colonization prior to the last registration. The census office expects further communications and a possible recount in the identified districts.
Washington July 7 Rumors of General Clarkson resigning as First Assistant Postmaster General have circulated for months but no immediate retirement is seen. He is inspecting West post offices, a trip unlikely aimed at quitting. A rumor claims he would delay resignation if Wanamaker leaves the Cabinet, making Clarkson the probable successor.
John King a farmer near Guntersville Alabama was killed by lightning while plowing under a tree. At the same moment his sick daughter at a nearby house awoke and, in a firm voice, cried that her father was dead. Family members found King and the horses killed under the tree.
Dr. Charles K. Bartow, a leading Poughkeepsie dentist, fasted 45 days with only milk or coffee, losing 44 pounds and shrinking his waist from 49 to 36 inches. After the fast he ate little and reports good health and steady energy despite a minimal appetite.
July 7 report from Washington says Democrats may pass a tariff bill if the election bill is shelved. Congress is expected to stay past September with members planning economical summer arrangements and sending families away.
Heavy rain at 11 this forenoon in New Orleans floods the Custom House and post office. Roof damage and collapsed observatory timbers ruin the building and disrupt the telephone system for days. No serious injuries reported as debris is cleared, with losses in the thousands.
Washington July 7 Lieutenant Bean of the Second United States Cavalry has been detailed from the army to inspect the National Guard encampment at Mt. ee ee troops of cavalry and two bat jase Gloot Waker 7.
Six Hungarian nationals arrested in Philadelphia area counties for refusing to answer census enumerator questions. At a U S Commissioner hearing they claimed lack of understanding but signed after assurance no harm. They pledged to advise others to comply.
By a 26 to 20 vote the Senate moved to proceed on a momentous measure, with Morrill leading the call as of July 7 in Wasnhoros. The result signals a pivotal step in the legislative process.
In Nara California the Superior Court heard James Birk and Joseph Mooney charged with highway robbery for the Harbin Springs stage holdup on June 26. They pleaded guilty and were sentenced to ten years at San Quentin.
The thirteenth annual convention of the American Flint Glassworkers' Union opened in Baltimore with 212 delegates. Officers face possible re election amid plans for a new assistant secretary and debate over a death benefit fund expansion. Local and national leaders praised organized labor while forecasts hint at sweeping constitutional amendments and tariff talks in Washington. Green Bottle Blowers attend Wednesday as Pittsburg influences the gathering.
A special telegram from Cleveland reports Elks converging for a grand lodge meeting with Southern delegates arriving by train. Rivalries over Exalted Grand Ruler seat center discussions as New York faces a expected rebuke amid internal disputes and preparations for official lodge votes.
Patrick McBride, national organiser for the United Mine Workers, reports in Alabama coal regions that a postponed strike may resume later this year if operators refuse miners demands. He cites brutal conditions, ironclad contracts, forced company-store purchases, and 1390 convict workers under Siberian-like camp rules.
Ex-State Treasurer Stevenson Archer pleaded guilty to embezzling state funds in Baltimore Criminal Court. Judge Stewart sentenced him to five years in the penitentiary after a remorseful statement from Archer and defense counsel.
Havrrax July 7 Her Majesty's troop ship Tyne arrived this morning after routing from Queenstown via St Johns. The vessel reportedly carried troops and equipment, with early reports noting a safe crossing and arrival information pending formal dispatch.
A young man on the island near La Rochelle is credited with miraculous cures without medicine. He uses only hand movements against patients and charges nothing, saying go in peace you are cured. Crowds of the disabled seek him, with some calling him inspired and others a sorcerer.
In London on Saturday unrest erupts as Bow Street constables clash with officers. Inspector Hanson is assaulted, officers are dismissed by Chief Bradford, and a crowd pelts the area with objects. The Prince and Princess of Wales attend the Opera amid cheers as troops withdraw and patrols resume.
Two traveling circus acrobats agreed to a duel in Paris under two shots per man at twenty five paces. Unseen monkeys dressed as soldiers then fired pistols and both duelists collapsed, their heads blown apart by the loaded wadding, the other wounded in the chest.
July 7 dispatch reports German and American sharpshooter mix as Prince Bismarck invites independent marksmen after the Schuetzenfest. Gus Zimmerman named champion shooter of America with two cups. other cups awarded to San Francisco shooters Jacoby Lone Steins Kraus. A local note mentions a Jack the Ripper sighting in Duiseldorf.
Cumberland Missouri July 7 Perry Donaldson a young highwayman confessed to robbing Paymaster Atkinson of 1200 at Uniontown in June He said he wore a mask and planned the crime days before the act admitting he buried the silver after fleeing toward the South with the intent to reach New Orleans and Galveston The footage describes his quiet approach and execution of the robbery and his escape plans with the money still unaccounted for.
Oceanport residents discuss a scandal involving John Fulton the confidential clerk to Postmaster Samuel W. Griscom and Mrs. Albert Grover wife of a local hotel proprietor. Both Fulton and Mrs Grover have disappeared after she left her year old daughter with family in Long Branch. Mrs Fulton has left home and gone to Long Branch. Postmaster Griscom investigates Fulton accounts but finds no irregularity. Mrs Grover and Fulton seek divorce actions as the couple reportedly traveled to Philadelphia.
Freight handlers across several lines refused to work, prompting meetings of road officials and strikers. The Cincinnati Hamilton Dayton Railroad halted freight operations pending further notice, while the Big Four suspended today but plan a return tomorrow. Other lines kept reduced service.
Scandal mongers were disappointed as J F Manning and Kavanaugh K Kennedy, both Washington boxers, failed to appear for a hearing at Chad Hall. Kennedy waives hearing, Manning posts bond with Coley of the Adams Express as surety. Kennedy and kin depart while Manning remains with friends intent on pursuing an assault claim.
A Tin Cup Col report claims a vast gold vein on Cross Mountain owned by McCormick and Lewis. The 1500 foot streak yields free gold from four feet of quartz with 449 per ton, mortared returns near 20000 per ton, and two men reportedly extracting 5000 daily. The find stirs intense excitement as thousands rush to the site.
Av Argament for a New Trial in Fish's Case to be Heard. Warden Durstan served with a notice of appeal to stay proceedings in the case of Frank Fish the condemned man in Av Ar, New York. The execution was set for the week beginning July 12 and the appeal seeks to test the constitutionality.
July 1 Wanrtes North Dakota Fargo reports a northwest wind at 2 30 pm causing extensive damage. Electric towers toppled, blocks unroofed, many buildings including Vera's Wigwam and Milwaukee depot damaged. Seven children in a coal-bin shelter perished. Mrs McCarthy hospitalized. several train cars derailed without fatalities among crew.
Milwaukee crowds gather as the Supreme Council of the Knights of Pythiss prepares to open. George B. Shaw of Eau Claire will preside in Ward's absence and is expected to be elected Supreme Chancellor. A public reception is set for Bray Exposition building with a parade along Grand Avenue and Wisconsin Street drawing about 13 000 uniformed knights, while 90 000 visitors are anticipated.
Detect ive J W Napier known as Kentucky Bill has been missing for weeks after leaving Kanawha to arrest the Hatfields in warrants tied to Dave Stratton’s murder at Brownstown. Friends fear foul play as Hatfields threatened not to be taken by him though willing to stand trial if another officer serves the warrants.
Three men stopped Thomas E. B. Taylor in South Williamsport Pennsylvania last night and stole his money and clothing in a bold highway robbery. The assailants demanded his garments to leave him bare and made off with his attire and funds.
Ottawa reports Canada has filed for cubic feet of space at an international exhibition to open January 1801. The move stirs discussion on commercial relations between Canada and Jamaled as the Donation Government awaits action.
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