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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1889
Page
4
The purchase secures ten thousand acres of coal land and fifteen hundred coke ovens, making the H C Frick Coke Company the world’s largest coke producer. Pittsburg watches the move closely as Frick asserts prices will not be affected, awaiting stronger iron business improvements.
The Home Rule party led by Mr. Parnell announces a Tenants Defense League modeled after English unions. The league aims to operate strictly within the law and is seen by tenants as a major step since the Land League formation. Landlords fear the impact while Irish supporters express cautious optimism under Parnell's leadership.
The piece urges restraint in the Homestead clash between Carnegie firm and the Amalgamated Association. It stresses that violence undermines workers’ aims, that the association will not sanction unlawful acts, and calls for strict adherence to law and peaceful dispute resolution. It notes misreports and pledges of leadership to deny violence and encourage compromise.
The piece argues that Germany and Italy seek to curb Switzerland by asserting anti socialistic motives while aiming to partition Swiss territory and pressure France. Britain aids refugees, and London hosts conspirators, suggesting a looming clash as Switzerland defends its republic against European powers.
The Erie Dispatch notes Pittsburgh shows indifference to the Beaver Captain Brown proposed canal while Erie hopes to act. It argues the canal would save ore transport costs if funded by Congress, though Pittsburghers fear slow appropriations and the delayed Government building progress. Congress may act at the upcoming session.
Reports describe Legitime entrenched with many men and Hippolyte wary of battle. Observers urge U.S. intervention to restore peace, but caution America should stay out if a winner emerges with local support and vessels acquired in the country.
The recent New York chess tournament failed financially as many foreign entrants had their travel paid, placing strain on players heading home. Critics say local organizers exposed guests to poor conditions and question the nation’s taste for long, slow games. The essayargues America prefers rapid, exciting entertainment like baseball over patient, strategic play.
The group chose a historic place yesterday to begin anew while reflecting on lessons from the late campaign. The Cincinnati mayor plans to curb Sunday ice cream and soda sales at a request from a grievance group, with debate over motive and public impact.
The editorial notes that lowering grain rates from the West by trunk lines will mostly affect the roads and may not cause widespread suffering. It suggests a potential boost to general business if the cuts are not overly aggressive and remain balanced.
The Record notes Senator Cooper may seek the governorship from the Philadelphia Custom House without pledge, yet as state Republican chair pledged against a U S Senate run, history shows Quay won the Senate seat despite pledges. The piece suggests ongoing political maneuvering in Pennsylvania.
A satirical column recalls political and social items from divorce cases to Queen Victoria, noting the public harms of publicity and the inefficiency of the Persian mission. It mentions Gov. Beaver leading the Relief Commission, promising prompt relief for Johnstown and commenting on Allegheny Baseball Club’s uncertain state.
The writer notes the Irish rent strike movement and contrasts it with Spain, suggesting castles in Spain could yield similar returns to estates in Ireland while causing fewer troubles for investors. The remark implies rents and property investments face social risk in Ireland but may be calmer abroad.
The court orders Colonel Dudley to submit to a psychiatric or forensic examination after circulars on floaters in Indians and blocks of fire. If he cooperates, an intriguing political episode may unfold this summer. Prominent boxing circles in New York and Boston planned receptions in Sullivan's honor as Mississippi's governor issued an invitation the challenger may accept.
The Department of State reports no complaint from Hadji Hussein Ghooly Khan, suggesting a political motive behind his printed grievances. Meanwhile Gallitzin miners urge fellow workers across Pennsylvania to strike due to grievances, while questions arise about bread and wheat availability as miners dissent.
Reports of a big railroad trust forming in the West roils New York trading as shares of Wate Lend Trust weaken. The piece notes English capital eyeing Northwest flour mills and mentions Connecticut sea serpent sightings along with a joking reference to whisky and chestnut weather chatter.
Postmaster General Wanamaker reduces government telegrams from one cent to one mill per word, while telegraph companies protest the move. The policy, aimed at government use, ignores the proprietary relations big corporations claim with the country.
Far north of New Orleans the old Carre crevasse bed holds a buried forest of cypress trees buried under sand. Five years of Mississippi floods left a layer of debris that has since produced a shingle mill turning the timber into shingles.
Chicago minister Mr. Brobst preached on prize fighting to the Westminster Presbyterian Church audience. He argued Sullivan and Kilrain exemplify discipline courage and self denial and urged Christians to endure hardship learn skill and stand firm in faith drawing lessons from the ring for contemporary life.
The column mentions a Cuban beauty Munoz at Saratoga, plans for Bowis Boorse at Narragansett Pier, and centenarian Lucas SILVA of the Independent Army of Bolivia at age 129. It also notes Jons Borie O Reilly building a Nantasket cottage, Senator Bare touring California, Quex Vicronta’s health issues, and Eagle Feather’s graduation at Dickinson College. Additional items include James Hammond Trumbull's non reelection, White Apache STREex Test shot dead near Sonora, Lieutenant Brows at Deer Park, and a New York fund to memorialize Thomas Jefferson. The Shah’s dress compared to European military garb is briefly described.
A sallow-faced youth in Philadelphia on Diamond Street accidentally became the owner of a horse that only moves when a bell is rung. The horse was trained to stop at bell signals and would not turn off tracks, forcing the buggy into the depot after a misdirected ride with his Best Girl.
Washington Capital reports a poker game at the Arlington Hotel where General Mahone and Colonel Henry Watterson faced a five hundred dollar pot. Watterson bluffed through several raises without a high card, forcing Mahone to fold. Watterson won the pot with no superior hand.
A fragmented verse mocks Hadje Hussein Ghooly Khan, calling him mortal and lampooning his harem and authority while blaspheming moral law and fashion. The speaker taunts with repeated exclamations and insults toward the Persian master.
A New York Bowery shooting gallery scene features a wooden sign declaring This is the only Lady Barber in this City. Greenslade, a barber from England, has started a new life in Brooklyn while continuing to pursue her livelihood and family cause. The article notes a husband and children and hints at religious debates surrounding one local figure, with uncertain details.
Chicago reports Aurora has begun an electric method to kill disreputable dogs. A large cage holds the dog, a button is pressed and the animal dies with a smile. The system replaces police shootings that depleted the city’s dog population.
Mrs. Mary Anna Dickson widow of Dr. John Dickson died at her Edgeworth home after a severe illness. She endured a long, drawn out decline and died suddenly in the afternoon. She leaves several children including Mrs. Dickson, and was a founder of local efforts. burial will be at nearby cemetery with funeral date to be announced.
The remains of Harry W. Cuthbert who was killed on the P. V. and Mall road on Wednesday will be conveyed to the residence of his father on Merrimac Street Mt. Washington. He was well known on Mt. Washington and has many friends who will see him there.
The Northwestern Miller reports renewed talks of an English syndicate purchasing several Minneapolis mills to form a single corporation. If completed, C. A. Pillsbury would run the venture, with a capital around 10 million and a daily flour capacity of 2,000 barrels. The plan envisions continued operation by Washburn-Crosby, with overall effects uncertain for the national milling trade.
A Philadelphia barber notes Western men shave very closely and irritate skin. Ohio’s Trumbull County boasts a fence of woven cornstalks. A hungry man visits Broad Street Station for oysters. Hamburg Pa. designer Charles Morsar creates a six pointed star from the 4] stars. A Wheeling barber uses a 26 year old razor. Washington Pa.’s J A Templeton owns a California forty niner brass coin. Parkersburg bookseller finds a stolen volume worth its weight. Summerville woman finds a folded twenty dollar bill in an old dress. Franklin County Penn wheat harvests bogged by wet ground. An Ohio town hires a large man to block saloon views.
Frits Achultz formerly a bartender in Police Justice Welde’s Harlem saloon stole 2000 from the safe and fled. He was captured with all but 5 recovered, and he described his plan to halt trains at Grand Central. Arrested in Randolph New York after delay over a reward, he awaits trial and the saloon owner’s possible disbarment is noted.
Editor Lumley of the Illustrated News extends a personal invitation to Elliott F. Shepard of the Mail and Express for a Sullivan reception at the Illustrated News office. Lumley claims the presence would add dignity and show harmony between religious values and scientific physical culture.
Mrs. Otto Hampel, wife of a prominent real estate agent, files suit for separation and alimony. She recalls six years of harmony, then a seventh anniversary attack with a leg wrench, choking, head injuries, and repeated beatings. She alleges severe neglect and cruelty tied to his alleged affair, despite his large income, noting she has only fifteen dollars weekly for herself and three children.
A collage of items notes new Russian powder boosting small arms velocity, a Kansas editor cites 60 000 railroad cars needed to haul wheat, and testing of a war balloon and parachute in summer maneuvers. It mentions Australia’s cosmopolitan mix, counterfeiters on the Pacific coast, and curious local tales from Graham Ohio to Cleveland.
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