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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1892
Page
15
The Dispatch analyzes responses to Homestead era unrest and questions the cost and practicality of frequent National Guard deployments. It critiques permanent state forces and urges reliance on law, civic responsibility, and courts to preserve peace without militarized enforcement.
In the wake of Homestead rioting the claim that a cannon used by rioters was owned by G A R Post 207 is debunked. The gun belonged to a private member, who lent it to the post for parade and was away when it was seized. Read the full G A R department explanation in this issue.
The passage praises the G. A. R. for its reputation, noting how it was protected from a damaging accusation by thorough investigation, and it underscores the need for meticulous study before making serious charges.
An extended look at a New York Post article argues that despite indications of excess capital and falling interest rates the notion of a permanent glut is flawed. It cites post-1873 Britain and current investment taint, warning small investors away from overvalued, highly promotional schemes while urging better governance and loyal capital deployment in productive ventures.
An article discusses tee to tum tea clubs expanding from London to New York as thrift eateries offering cheap wholesome food and social space with potential future additions like billiards and savings funds. It notes the shift from commercial aims to semi charitable models and flags uncertainty about American reception.
The piece notes wages for London dock laborers around 20 pounds weekly, with 500 to 750 pounds seen as typical or princely by comparison. It contrasts low pay with higher living costs and rents in London, arguing that even the poorest in England face harsher conditions than many U.S. workers.
A Reno Oklahoma bank robbery involving a female cashier is discussed as evidence against the efficacy of women in bank service. The Dalton gang escaped with about $10 000 after the cashier fainted, prompting debate about gendered expectations in protecting banks and handling robberies.
The official faced a bank robber with calm promptness, choosing human life over cash and noting the cashier's fainting did not change the outcome. The piece argues that enforcement of laws relies on men, and criticizes society for letting gangs rob trains and banks with impunity, reflecting on gender roles in crime prevention.
The President nominates A B Hepburn for Comptroller of the Currency praising civil service reform through promotion of capable subordinates. Hepburn, a national bank examiner, offers efficiency and fidelity, with hope his appointment curbs past political influence and strengthens supervisory duties over banking interests.
The article outlines the origins of petroleum in industry and commerce, tracing a trade that began as a useless component of Tarentum salt wells. It notes the first crude illuminant used by miners and the early medicinal use, highlighting how a small start 33 years ago expanded rapidly into a vast modern business.
Idaho trustees plan to require married female teachers to remain celibate for the term and forfeit a portion of their salaries as surety to secure continued employment. Meanwhile Russia enforces press censorship to curb cholera, using it as a universal government remedy.
A jumble of notes and anecdotes covers politicians, police missteps, fashion disputes, and gossip. References include Private Jams, Dentists and doctors, a Lima prize fight, and reluctance of lawmakers to adjourn. A cryptic archaeological note catalogs a large serpent mound near Forayne on the Little Miami River.
The Toledo Blade notes that Republicans likely will enjoy notable political play during the campaign as Adial becomes a focus of party strategy and maneuvering.
A fragmentary narrator recalls a staged tragedy with a mastiff and a baby in a vestibule as green apples are eaten and a warning note about an inquest is made. Interleaved are long travel price notes toward a Europe trip, lectures on budgets, routes, and distant cities, plus political digressions about Carnegie and international inquiries.
In a colorful, satirical note Watten claims brook trout leap from Pittsburg water pipes into frying pans while black bass block river traffic between Davis Island and West Virginia locks. He imagines shad and salmon chasing through streets after showers and deviled crabs snagged with a straw hat from bridges. He calls for an investigation into delinquency and mocks salt mackerel prices.
Philadelphia reports Zoe Gayton, the only woman to walk ocean to ocean, passing through on her way to Chester. She has covered 3895 miles in 167 days San Francisco to New York and now aims 5869 miles New York to Pacific via New Orleans. If she finishes she wins 5000. if not she covers expenses and loses 2000.
A miscellany notes four ex governors of Massachusetts born in 18/8 Boutwell Crafts Rice and Butler. It mentions Samuel Loane, the railroad president who dislikes typewriters, Secretary Foster’s Potomac trip, the Shah’s summer palace re
From Montreal on July 0 a hurricane struck off Africa’s southeast coast delaying the Theodore A Rand which carried sugar from oil decks swept two boats washed away a seven foot water snake washed aboard by a wave attacked a seaman the captain killed the reptile with an ax the venomous snake sub details unclear
Ex Governor Charles H Hardin of Missouri died Friday at his Mexico home. Born 1820 in Kentucky he moved to Missouri as an infant and studied at State University Columbia Miami University later practiced law. He served in the state legislature and senate, helped revise state law, and founded Hardin College with a $27000 endowment.
Rudolph H. Bartinck editor of the German Daily Express Toledo died suddenly at his desk just after noon yesterday from an apoplexy. He was 46, leaving a wife and two children in Milwaukee. He was a leading writer on German affairs in the United States and formerly worked for the New York Staats amg Milwaukee Chicago Staats Zeiteng and other German papers.
Charles Harrison a noted editor and writer formerly of Pittsburg died yesterday at Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati from Bright's disease with stomach troubles. He was 43 and editor in chief of the Toledo Commercial at the time of his death.
A list of obituaries notes several figures: PIERRE EDMOND TEISSERENC DE BORR the French statesman died yesterday. WILLIAM THAYED a 43 year old Chicago speculator died in New York. NELSON COOS a 75 year old artist and poet died in Syracuse. ANDREW AFHRIA the oldest man in Southern Indiana died in Madison. HON. J. M. TURNEY prominent Cleveland leader died Friday. CHANLES KEE Ph D educator died at Kankakee insane hospital aged 8. WILLIAM OSCAR CARPENTER a noted newspaper man died in Troy aged 8. Rev. JOHN B. KUAN rector of St. Marys Marietta died aged 12. EGANR SNOWDEN editor of Alexandria Gazette died in Washington. Oner ROPCENS PEAER a Perry relative died in Brooklyn. Rev. PATRICK CONNOLLY pastor of Holy Rosary Elizabethport died from war related causes. MRS SUSAN HINE widow of Captain William Bescar Conrgen gti died at Oak Hill Conn. DR. TORME Tulane professor of Botany and museum curator died three days after service. other fragmentary lines note a hospital death and unfinished details.
A writer notes that over 27 years after the Civil War many governors and Congress members were old soldiers. He cites G A E data showing numerous veterans in leadership, including ten Major Generals and twelve Brigadiers, framing the war as the history of these men and imagining a living generals’ history.
A border state congressman named James Smith becomes a flashpoint in a tale about shifting loyalties during a time of war. He is described as an eloquent, excitable speaker who urged crowds to join the front lines while collapsing into friendly quips about North or South. The anecdote ends with a confidant remark that Jim insists his stance was correct.
Two present Senators who rose from Private Soldiers to Major Generals are Gibson of Louisiana and Hawley of Connecticut. Both are described as handsome and strikingly alike, often mistaken for one another. Hawley, an abolitionist, enlisted first in his state and served continuously to Appomattox, while Gibson lost his fortune during the war but later recovered it.
Colonel H. Greenleaf recounts the 1862 Massachusetts mobilization to raise a regiment for Lincoln. After party strife and a governor’s resistance, Decker volunteers as a private to prove his loyalty, becomes adjutant, and earns high praise as the regiment’s capable drill master and officer.
The piece recounts varied testimonies from lawmakers who have been shot, detailing sensations of impact and pain. It highlights General Oates and Colonel Herbert, plus two one legged lawmakers Daniel and Henderson, with vivid, era style descriptions of being hit and the ensuing effects. Joe Cannon is named as the next speaker in the excerpt.
Eyewitnesses recall Henderson performing a lively waltz with Iris Cork Leg at a Danville dance. Despite crutches earlier, Henderson arrived without aid and matched partners with ease, drawing cheers as onlookers compare him to a centipede for his agility. The scene blends humor and resilience amid a crowded ballroom.
Senator Manderson recalls war wounds noting pain depends on hit location from extremities to the spine while Colonel Stone describes a hidden wound felt as a tug at the trouser leg before collapsing as Morgan Swoane and others move on.
In a veteran reminiscence, Senator Cockrell recounts being shot in the left leg and a near Miss when a saber slash grazed his chin. He notes the pain was intense yet briefly, and he compares the experience to prior wounds from battle. W. A. Crorrer.
Honolulu reports Briton plan to annex Johnson Island, but Washington records show U S ownership since 1852. Captain Parker of the brig Reindeer claimed guano deposits, with Roberts and Mayers asserting American title via Parker and the Pacific Guano Company.
Various papers report the Marquis de Mores has challenged Editor Joseph Medill of the Chicago Tribune to a duel over editorial remarks. Medill accepts, promising a brisk confrontation under Queensberry rules in a Chicago ring, with wide editorial reaction across newspapers.
The Oklahoma craze spreads in western Oklahoma as hundreds of negro migrants leave Shelby and Tipton counties. Farmers unable to find laborers fear crop loss on wheat corn and cotton. Some tenants sell fields crops for rail fare to the promised land.
The article argues that the silver states expect the country to understand a GOP landslide this year, predicting a majority for the Republican ticket that matches or exceeds past highs. It frames the political outlook as a strong, enduring preference for Republican candidates.
Poem praising annexation of Canada, invoking national affection from a speaker addressed to Canada. The verse urges a union with Britain and Canada, with playful mock romance and political satire.
A compilation notes diverse curiosities from 17th to 19th century topics including early telescopes in England 168, Daguerre and miniatures 1833, Italian regiments in St Louis, and a sign at a Pennsylvania cemetery. It mentions ragged statistics on schooling in England, early breech loading guns and airguns, and oddities like nails growing on amputation stumps and a carnivorous crane tale.
A collage of light verse and humorous quotes from various newspapers. Bits reference heat fatigue, a parlor scene, a Homestead trip, and soon to be elected figures. Cartoonish lines poke fun at editors managers and political jockeying across New York Chicago and Washington.
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