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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1890
Page
11
The Dispatch details subscription rates for daily and weekly editions with Sunday inclusion and 20 pages in three parts. It notes delivery charges, carrier responsibilities, manuscript policies, and postage, listing prices for weekly and daily editions and urging prompt reporting of missing copies.
Notices explain forwarding of tux disratcn for residents spending summer in the city. Subscribers may use earliest mail to any address at zero cents per month or eight percent for three months. Daily edition offered only. monthly rate listed. Change of address should include old and new locations.
The article notes rising tensions in Buenos Ayres with a nascent revolution that could trigger a civil war. It explains Argentina's long economic strife, deteriorating trade balances, and shaky credit, suggesting financial government troubles and political plotting as causes. The revolution is described as bloodless thus far but only just begun.
A reader complains workers lack washing facilities but findings show most mills provide water soap and towels. Some locations could improve but overall access is adequate. Many workers still prefer cleaning at home after shifts.
A domestic quarrel over who holds the title Mrs Astor erupts in Newport. Following William Astor’s death, Mrs W Welder Astor claims headship against Mrs Willis Astor, with letters addressed to Mrs Astor misrouted. The postmaster faces a split decision, risking alienating either branch of the Astor family. The issue hinges on official recognition and letter delivery.
The government weighs which Mrs Astor is intended for amid a looming crisis. The unsettled issue requires a decisive ruling on her identity and which claimant must yield to the other.
The letter to Senator Frye argues for reciprocal trade with sugar producers to lower costs, favoring a fixed reciprocal arrangement over indefinite understandings. It contends that removing the sugar duty and using a statutory guarantee would push reciprocal trade forward within a year, while warning that delaying reductions prolongs high costs and hampers South American commerce.
The piece notes doubt over a $10,000 payment for the Cape May cottage and describes testimony by W. V. McKean George W. Childs and Caroline Scott Harrison that the cottage was a gift rather than payment. It cites contemporary newspapers and official organs as potentially informed but not definitive.
A personal interview notes contributions to a fund raised by Mr. McKean for a Cape May cottage gift. Mrs. Harrison spoke of the cottage as a gift and justified acceptance by donors not involved in the President's official actions. Later, the President concluded he cannot accept property without valid consideration, a determination reached after the cottage was accepted.
The United Mine Workers declare support for an eight hour day starting April 1, reflecting ongoing labor agitation. The piece notes miners are paid by output, not time, and argues reduced hours would not greatly raise coal costs. It questions whether historic movement momentum will affect this drive.
A Ma Batxov objects to caricatures of the President and his family and urges the Attorney General to pass a law imposing a minimum fine of $5,000 for advertising representations without permission. He warns the proposal could expand presidential revenue like stage stars.
The text notes no trading on oil exchanges while Standard Oil blocks Lima, two years after the company branded any Lima competition to Pennsylvania oil as treachery. It then references Irish outrage stories about a peasant fined for naming his donkey "Balfour," questioning whether protecting a donkey’s feelings counts as outraged sentiment.
A New England orchure area reports destructive winds, challenging the idea that cyclones stay in the plains. Lawrence cites laws listing ninety wooden buildings averaging just over $1,200 in value, suggesting cheap construction fuels wind damage.
The article notes how Central American dispatches from Guatemala and San Salvador praise wins for both sides, suggesting media coverage exaggerates triumphs as the two small republics battle for prestige through press reports.
Guatemala seems to be losing ground to San Salvador as tension rises over a potential wider conflict. The article notes the high risk of war spreading and the concern this holds for the region and for neighboring countries.
In Delaware county John B. Robinson defeated Cooper marking another old leader toppled as Let G. McCauley ousted Darlington ally. Homewood races drew six thousand spectators and a triumphant reopening. St. Lovins faces famine risk as peanut supply runs low and donations are invited.
The article notes that dangerous consignments of flammable petroleum often surface through fatal accidents like the Tiora steamer disaster near Ohio. It questions punishments for wealthy managers and cites a murder sentence of twelve years as a strong penalty. It also mentions a Pittsburg professional baseball game with an uneven result.
The article mocks Sir Robert Salisbury boasting of influence in the Behring Sea controversy and notes heated exchanges with the British premier. It also reports on police clearing Tarp Street and Liberty Street to improve daily traffic flow.
A violent cyclone described as a Dakota whirlwind caused deadly damage in Lawrence Massachusetts yesterday. The city faces a bid by Messia Black and Baird for City Farm property, with Chief Elliot approving a building syndicate’s offer of 453 dollars and 17 cents, a sum seen as below the asset’s value.
An English syndicate plans investment in shipbuilding ventures in this country while British capital eyes a share of the bounty. Jupe Conner advocates a measured show of force near the Point and a boycott would harm the South commercially, funnelling ammo to political enemies. Northern partisanship fuels sectional tension despite pragmatic Southern views.
A curio of short bios notes Walter Damnoser and bride set sail for the United States on August 1. Seanman Taylor, one of Louisiana's wealthiest sugar planters, abstains from sugar and sweets. The German Empress is traced to Harold I and Hakon V. Ex Vice-President Hannibal Hamlin, living in Bangor, Maine, is said to fish more and catch less. Judge Graham’s rising name stirs Westward talk about 1892. Mrs Ormiston Chant recalls autograph seekers in a temperate mood. Mr Vaux, Samuel Randall’s successor, befriends Major Martin of Texas. Senator Piven of Kansas reads 200 newspapers to stay posted. Captain Kane, hero of the Calliope at Apia, takes command of the Inflexible. Browning famed for memory of quotations. Missouri Governor Franci described. Christopher Schaffer, who taught John Morrissey to write, claims Morrissey died in Saratoga with unpaid $6 bills.
A collage of quirky notes and satire hints at social trends and politics. Mentions Franck Lestreet admiring American women, Missouri funeral crowds of legislators, drought in Kansas, a colored camp meeting in Emporia, and Ward McAllister hosting Newport picnics. Also references to census miscounts and odd inventions.
The Cumberland Valley Sunday School Assembly at Williams Grove concluded after a week of activities. Attendees from across the valley joined closing devotional services and a teacher's normal section exam led by J N and Rae W Baydet. Officers for the next year were elected and Rev RB H delivered the farewell lecture before planning to reconvene at a future date.
Fordbig Krot Alive. Manquette Mic July 1. Highwayman Holiday confined in the State prison is kept alive by force. Last spring three fingers were shot from its right hand by Warden Tompkins. He has fasted for three weeks and is now sustained by a quart of milk daily injected through his nostrils by the prison physician for nearly a month.
A Chicago Inter Ocean notice states Europe will not be coaxed to buy American products. The woman quoted buys only where goods are cheaper and better than any other source.
Mrs Susana aged 102 years, longtime resident, died at her home yesterday evening. Other notices mention a still older resident and a funeral planned in the county, with brief details on survivors and timing.
Adam J. Humburger, aged 80 years, oldest dry goods merchant in the city, perishes in a blaze at his store on July 8. Fire department battles flames for hours as witnesses report heavy smoke and crowded streets. Authorities say investigation ongoing.
A mosaic of editorials and letters from the World-Herald Times New York papers railing at and defending federal election measures. Opinions range from skepticism about oversight to warnings of political manipulation and threats of boycott talk in the South.
In New York on July 2 a severe case of prolonged sleep is observed in Lizzie Long, two years old, daughter of Lewis Long. After a faint, the child remains unresponsive with minimal movement and occasional eye activity. Doctors report a brain-related condition, with breathing continuing and little appetite. prognosis remains uncertain.
The Leas Pneumatic Transportation Company is incorporated in Camden New Jersey with capital of 10 000 000 The founders Samuel F Leake Edward Vernon John M Bradley Henry J Canfield and Douglass Leake hold shares in Philadelphia The plan features a 24 inch pneumatic tube system for freight parcels and passengers with lines planned in New Jersey New York and Philadelphia The scheme claims patents and world wide expansion but appears in early stages and may affect railroads once active
The twenty second annual meeting of the Pennsylvania Dental Society will be at Minequa Springs starting Tuesday July 2 and run three days. The State Examining Board will be present to examine applicants for licensure without a diploma. The program includes talks on Inter Dental Splints and dental caries. Several clinicians from Philadelphia will present demonstrations and cases.
The Interstate Conference of the Woman Temperance Union closes a six day session in Maryland. Elected officers include President Mrs Caroline Buell, Secretary Mrs McClorkie of West Virginia, Treasurer T C Cecil of Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania Vice President Miss Mattie R McConnell. The gathering will reconvene next year in Harrisburg. A separate note mentions J W Cammack, a veteran Pittsburgh businessman, seen at the Girard House with a long beard and tales of travel. An item from Petersburg Index Appeal comments on Georgia’s miscreants.
Fragmented correspondence from office workers describing long hours, travel, and separation. One letter mentions Kate, another Angel, and Nell as a beloved, with references to Paul and a brother offered days off. The tone mixes fatigue, longing, and humor amid bustling city life.
A column observes elevated platforms near an office window shaping daily life. The author notes markets of people using the L for dating, work, or travel, with gapers and guards shaping routine. A gatekeeper and porter chatter about regulars, habits, and the social theater of commuting.
A Boston d4t dies at 24 years and 5 months. Illinois pearls sold to a Chicago jeweler for 4. A Kansas livery firm in Manhattan buys a new horse and motto "Live and let live." An electric brake stops a car at 30 mph in 20 feet. Kharkov cathedral bell contains 8 percent silver. Two Philadelphia physicians charged with experiments on dogs. Bangor youths called "The Black Avengers" faced charges for breaking and theft. Moore family of Columbus Indiana bears six toes on each foot. Bedstead found near Beyroot allegedly owned by Eleanor. A Portland girl sold to cannibals as child. later educated. A 58-pound yellow catfish shown in Kansas City market. American dentists desired in Madras and Bombay. high fees cited. Bennington VT opens a trout-stocked summer resort with hired guides. Soldier seeks bounty and pension backdated to enlistment confusion. A Boston man recounts a cat hoarding and stealing small fish. A Wood’s Hall resident reports a cat trained to snatch fish from a harbor floor. A Snowy owl appears at Prospect Hill, Parkersburg. owner to keep it as curiosity.
The fragmentary text shows satirical notes and quips such as a line about sleep not burning stockings and a Bet on watching collate, attributed to Won Ling vs Ching Hop with a scrub race suggestion. The source reads like a miscellaneous column or alert with playful, clipped humor.
A fragmentary exchange presents a mock dialogue about imperial authority and weather. The text weaves between a question to Prince Bismarck and a playful, distorted reply, then shifts to a dry land remark with a brief, inconclusive answer about rain and windfalls. The source resembles a clipped satirical or literary aside with limited clear context.
A garbled collage of quips and dialogue snippets featuring a lawyer, a burglar, and a visitor. The text hints at humorous exchanges and social banter with mentioned items like a sealskin sacque and a planned trip to Long Branch, all in a pidgin, fragmentary form.
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