11 Jul 1889
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1889
Page
1
A Pennsylvania source reports Don Cameron plans to stay in the United States Senate amid speculation he seeks re election. The interviewee says Cameron will run to win with broad support and argues he will remain in Washington for influence, friendships, and real estate ties, barring a Democratic shift in Pennsylvania.
In Washington July 10 Secretary Noble declined to discuss rumors of a new Pension Commissioner replacing Corporal Tanner. He said nothing about the reports and drove away. He also told Delegate Carey that the administration would pursue a broad liberal policy toward Territories and would rescind land patent suspensions in Wyoming by the late Land Commissioners McFarland and Sparks.
The Secretary stated there would be no evidences of minerals sent to patent and settlers with good faith claims on public lands or purchased lands should receive their evidences of title. He said this was his policy and Acting Commissioner Stone agreed. He added settlers could be told they should have their patents and, beyond home rule, that proper encouragement would be given to efforts for advancing Territories toward statehood when ready to assume state duties.
Washington dispatch reports General D. B. Henderson of Iowa declares himself a candidate for Speaker in the next House. He joins Reed McKinley Cannon Burrows and himself in the field, with an extra session likely after the new states elect, possibly late October or early November.
Vastamoros July 10 The President decides to withhold names of accusers and charges in both removal cases and candidate appraisals. He argues disclosure would deter informants and hinder truth telling, while noting Senate must see reasons for certain removals.
Horace A Taylor of Wisconsin, editor of a Wisconsin newspaper, is named Federal Commissioner of Railways succeeding General Joseph E Johnston. Recommended by Senators Sawyer and Spooner, he is expected to bring energy and activity to the post, once criticized for corruption and lax oversight.
In Washington July 10 the District of Columbia gained two foreign postings. Dr Hartigan is named Consul to Trieste, a popular physician now in ill health. Roswell Horr of Michigan is appointed clerk in the consular service, losing business and political standing but accepting the post.
Washington July 10 The Chief Justice has leased ex Senator Van Wyck Nebraska residence on Dupont Circle near the heart of the fashionable quarter. Van Wyck recently bought several thousand feet of ground opposite this home at auction for 580 a square foot and plans another mansion.
At Wasnixctow on July 10 a court headed by Secretary Noble heard arguments on reopening the transfer of scrip for a Sioux half breed. The Interior Department had ruled the scrip non transferable during Vilas tenure, but a motion to reconsider has been filed.
National Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic at Milwaukee is abandoned due to railroads refusing a cent a mile rate. General Martin and Colonel Partridge will issue orders limiting accommodations to 1,000 delegates as Milwaukee prepared for 200,000 people.
Reports from SchuHEesectapy New York dated July 10 describe a deadly flood at Johnstown. Four to thirty people are feared dead after crowds gathered on a bridge to view the rising waters when the structure collapsed. Mills roads and bridges suffered damage estimated at $30,000. Train service resumed with minor delays as repairs finished. Local residents search wreckage at Schriever’s mill and the Mohawk river floats possible bodies.
In Wixwtree on July 10 Judge Bain ruled Burke’s evidence supports extradition to Canada for Cronin murder charges. Burke is committed to jail awaiting requisition, with 15 days to appeal. A Chicago dispatch adds Mrs Carlson may testify she saw the doctor enter the Cronin cottage.
A chaotic dispatch outlines Sullivan arrival plans in New York with proposed receptions at Vanderbilt Hotel and a Staten Island exhibition. Kilrain survives the trip, with rumor of his death denied, as Sullivan plans a national exhibition tour with Muldoon and Cleary.
Governor Lowry declares he will act against those involved in the fight and death case. He vows affidavits against all parties and warns of prosecution for violations of the law. The remarks target the Queen and Crescent region figures and Mr Carroll as implicated.
Fragmentary OCR notes depict a disorderly scene after an event as Pony Moore, Mitchell, and others move through a crowd. The passage mentions walking away, sharing food, and a wagon confrontation, with several unnamed participants and observers.
Kilrain and party traveled on the Iron Mountain train from the South to St Louis. Kilrain appeared badly used up with a discolored mahogany face a black left eye a crescent cut under the right eye and general soreness from the fight. He said he was licked but not fairly and hoped to fight again at home around the 66th round. Mitchell Donovan and others discussed the bout while Kilrain declined further interview.
In New Orleans a special AP train carrying Kilrain party was rushed to safety after a clash. Denver gunman threatened to shoot, but negotiations with militia and roadmasters kept the group moving toward Louisiana. The engine was uncoupled at several points to ensure safe passage.
The Board of Pardons announces no pardons for Henry Brice land of Washington county and several others. Brice land’s death sentence was commuted to life in 1875. Cook of Allegheny, Baronoski of Schuylkill, and Kitt of Allegheny face various penalties. Jacobs of Blair, McGoldrick of Allegheny, and others see continued or no action. Several defendants alleged insane. Edward S and Coyle receive no action.
William Walter Phelps refuses the Patterson reception honoring his Berlin Conference role. He says credit belongs with his American Commission colleagues Kasson Bates and others, noting the Samoa outcome should be shared and that he will not celebrate while colleagues are absent.
Testimony in Kemmler's case asserts a proper current can kill a man in 15 seconds with 1000 to 3000 volts. Electrical expert Harold P. Brown describes animals and humans, noting nerves and brain sensations are outrun by the current, and that the punishment would be cruel and unusual.
In the House of Commons a motion to permit children under ten to perform, with an acrobatics exception, was read along with a letter from Henry Irving praising early theater training. Critics argued performers face no harm, while the motion was defeated 183 to 139.
The annual report of the Department of Internal Affairs shows 30 444 marriages with most husbands aged 20 to 28 and wives aged 20 to 28. The 1887 figures include 10 520 marriages with similar ages, and 83 unions where one spouse had prior divorce. Desertion tops divorce causes with 43 cases.
An accident on the Richmond and Allegheny Railroad stranded the Superintendent of Public Instruction and Normal School Inspectors en route to a Natural Bridge gathering. Governor Fitz Lee swapped with the driver, masterfully steering the stage over rough mountain roads as onlookers watched the dramatic rescue.
Sensational reports from AR or THE DISPATCH describe John Rissell, engineer killed in a Pittsburg and Western wreck. Maxwell arrives from Milton, Pa., representing Rissell’s wife and children. The body was taken to Newton Falls, Ohio, where Rissell’s widow reveals a second domestic life and an Allegheny City room. Insurance and property ties suggest forthcoming complications.
In Mount Hope Church Alabama on July 10 Julius Shearer died during his wedding to Minnie Moran due to heart disease sparked by the ceremony. Rejected suitor William Langley urged Moran to marry him and the couple wed after Shearer’s funeral.
William R. Stewart of Allegheny City sues the Pennsylvania Company for 50000 in damages after a January freight train wreck in the Pittsburg yards left him with a severed right leg and serious injuries. Richard Butler Jr. of McCurdy & Co. seeks 10000 from Pittsburg and Western Railroad claiming he was knocked down crossing near the mill and permanently injured with no warning.
Steve Brodie recounts how Mitchel Moore employed him after the New York event on July 10, as Briston of the New York Athletics outlines.
The report notes Russell B. Harrison, son of the U.S. president, visiting the House of Commons in Lane with representatives of the Americano Le. The appearance signals continued interest in transatlantic youth exchanges and diplomatic sightseeing abroad.
Five thousand one hundred twenty dollars raised for Johnstown relief was distributed today among Kansas City charities. One thousand dollars was set aside for homeless victims in Seattle Washington following the recent fire. The relief committee ruled Johnstown aid had been sufficient to end suffering.
An 1885 order suspended all land entries in Wyoming within townships 25 to 50 inclusive and east of range 100, affecting over 2,000,000 acres. Acting Land Commissioner Stone after consultation with Secretary Lee issued a reliev ing suspension directing all entries with new instructions.
A reporter witnesses the caisson operation used to anchor a massive river bridge foundation. Dr. Jordan explains the new electric powered caisson while Theodore Watt questions the crew about nerve and safety as workers prepare to descend toward the river bed.
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