27 Jul 1890
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1890
Page
1
Report notes long railways through central Africa and aggressive colonization by European powers. It highlights rum ravages among local populations, Behring Sea policy debate, and British East Africa Company plans along with philanthropy claims and liquor restrictions.
The Behring Sea fishery dispute fuels heated correspondence between Mr. Biniie and Lord Salisbury. Tories praise Salisbury’s stand while critiquing predecessors in foreign affairs and contrasting his actions with Gladstone’s perceived surrender.
Great interest rises in London as Congress debates a bounty bill to aid shipbuilding. Reports say an English company plans to float a £10,000,000 capital to build steamers with a proposed guarantee of £58,000, aiming to see the bill pass into law.
Loypox July 2 A heated division in the Commons saw the Anglo German agreement bill passed 209 to 61. Gladstone argued ratification by bill would cede royal prerogatives to Parliament, provoking opposition uproar. Some Liberals abstained while Bradlaugh and other radicals defected to support limits on Crown prerogative.
The annual conference features warm welcomes for American ministers, notably Rev. Dr. Little of Syracuse, while clashes arise over Wesleyan missions in India and a controversial pamphlet. Clergy condemn football dancing cricket as gambling and immoral, and attack theaters as synagogues of Satan.
A Paris dispatch reports northwesterly winds and rains ruin wheat crops across France, especially the plain of Le Beauge. Official estimates say three quarters of the crop were ruined ten days earlier, with further spoilage feared. Losses reach about £20,000 and imports may be needed this winter affecting wheat growers and bread prices.
London dockers struck over union ticket checks causing a one day stoppage. Leaders claim victory after masters yield while officials deny concessions as dock workers return to jobs with all workers confirmed as union members.
London reports show Indian exchange and rope paper holding firm amid a weak New York silver market and council bill shortfall. Despite large profit realizations, buyers led by Indian banks continue supporting rupee paper, with substantial rupee sales noted and remittances back to India.
Signor DeCesare cables from Rome noting the Pope, aged 81, is very thin but in good health for his age. He walks with a bent posture and leans on a stick, eats less than usual, and sustains strength with strong broth.
Wilson Barrett arrives aboard the City of New York and shares a thrilling narrative with the Daily Chronicle. He describes a rugged episode from his recent travels and the challenges faced while performing.
London July 26. The Dunlo divorce case draws attention as a clash of classes and morals. Lord Dunlo and Belle Bilton alike drew criticism for lack of sympathy toward both parties amid a marriage many deem ill fated and unwise.
John Boros and Miss Clementina Black work to improve conditions for poor girls in London factories. They target confectionery work, press for redress, and if refused call a strike. Picketing workers sit on stools while police exchange light banter, and the employer often concedes.
In Pappenheim nobles who wed civilians lose royal intermarriage rights and succession claims in the Bavarian House of Lords. Children do not gain the title Excellency. The Prince Regent refused to ennoble Miss Wheeler, denouncing title-hunting for money and mercenary motives.
A Calcutta telegram reports Mohammedan preachers in India converting Europeans to Islam and a missionary plan to visit England and America. The converts are described as not men of position, but the trend is striking and novel as Islam gains footholds.
It is understood that Gemte de Paris and his son will visit the United States mid September for a five week tour.
In Zanesfield near Cleveland Albert D. Parmenter, 22, shot his wife in the back then killed himself with a shotgun. Mrs Parmenter died four hours later. The couple, both buried together today in the same grave.
A severe hailstorm hit Emupo Ontario last evening, damaging crops with great fields of oats stripped and other grains harmed. The storm lasted only minutes but produced hail so large it could be scooped up in wagon loads.
The article reports a Senate debate on Blaine’s reciprocity plan with South American nations, noting a focused opposition among Republican leaders and a broad political maneuver to pool rival presidents contenders. It covers Mitchell’s resolution on reciprocal trade and Morgan Colquitt’s tariff critique, highlighting farm and labor impacts and calls for national unity.
The discussion on the tariff bill paused with Mr. West taking the floor but not intending to speak today, postponing further action until Monday. The measure would tie domestic tin plate production in the United States to the amount imported in the prior fiscal year.
The Rules Committee reports delay due to the author Mr Cooper of Indiana returning to testify. Cooper presented letters involving George Lemon and Commissioner Raum and claimed a bank loan was secured with Lemon's surety while Baum was insolvent. The committee finds most Cooper statements hearsay and urges a full investigation to uncover the truth.
Senator Quay appeared in the Senate and was warmly greeted. He presented Pennsylvania Fish Commissioners' resolutions opposing transferring the United States Fish Commission to the Agricultural Department. He declared Pennsylvania's political situation satisfactory and predicted Delamater's large victory.
The Senate refused to concur in the amendments to the original package bill and conferees were appointed by both Houses to reconcile the differences.
The Secretary of the Interior has ordered a population recount for the rival cities Saint Paul and Minnespolis. The action initiates a formal review of census numbers, affecting municipal planning and resources.
Dr W H Burt outlines a new theory for curing consumption at the Chicago Medical Society meeting held at the Grand Pacific Hotel. He claims excessive water and eating can cure up to half of early stage cases, advocating twelve pints daily with carbolic acid, nine hours sleep, and regular outdoor exercise.
Harrispore July 26. A meeting of veterans protested the neglect of war survivors in federal appointments and debated nominating a soldiers ticket. Captain J W Meese chaired the session and was named chair of an advisory committee to report back and convene further discussion on the issue.
Clayton French senior member and founder of French Richards & Co. of Philadelphia died of paralysis at his Logans Town residence aged 70. He was regarded as a leading figure in the city’s wholesale drug trade and left an estimated fortune of $3,000,000.
Buenos Ayres erupts in a violent coup as the army topples President Celman. Rebels seize cantonments, liberate General Campos, and claim control while Celman escapes by ship. Finance troubles, debt, and English creditors cited as underlying causes of the upheaval.
Domingo Estrada, Guatemala’s consul general in San Francisco, reports a Mexican City of Mexico telegram stating Guatemala accepts war provoked by El Salvador. The Salvadoran army was routed on the 2 34. The Colima’s seized arms occurred with consent of the agent and the American minister under a Pacific Mail contract banning war materials from Guatemalan routes. Hostilities are seen as short due to cost and the rainy season hindering movement.
Diplomatic dispatch reports Guatemalan authorities have severed land telegraph lines to impede communications. Salvadoran forces advance toward a decisive battle with General Barrundia said to be gathering an insurgent army on Guatemalan soil amid rising dissatisfaction within Guatemalan ranks.
Crowds flock to the Venezia booking office in New York as the first direct ship to Central American ports since the war outbreak fills. Most applicants are young men hoping to join Guatemalan or Salvadorian forces, with sail set for Porto Rico and San Jose next week.
A mob of Thirteenth Regiment soldiers swarmed a Reading restaurant after a soldier was caught stealing a caster. Officer Wartman used a billy. a tense standoff followed as workers and railroad officials protected the arrest. The suspect was released after proprietor John Kern intervened, and the regiment then boarded their train. Warrants anticipated Monday.
Louis and Philip Andeget, French natives from Newhall, arrived in Los Angeles and were taken to the county hospital with fatal head wounds. Philip survived after firing a pistol into his ear, then Louis shot himself three times. Found under a tree near Newhall after a daylong delay, the brothers had recently settled on land they claimed. a brush fire on their property led them to fear punishment and death by their own hand. Both men, described as well educated and former French soldiers, lingered until their discovery.
The New York Board of Regents decided to issue charters to five Catholic academies seeking admission to the State University. A lease by St John’s Roman Catholic Academy of Syracuse met all conditions, enabling its charter, with other Catholic schools following under the system.
The Dispatch presents a three part issue with the news section and assorted features. The page list shows fiction pieces, poetry, society notes, and upcoming columns alongside entertainment and travel items.
A Massachusetts cyclone struck Lawrence and North Andover with devastating force. Twenty deaths and hundreds injured were reported as buildings were reduced to rubble and hospitals overflowed. Rescue crews searched the wreckage while survivors recounted the sudden, deadly devastation.
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