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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1892
Page
7
The mayor sent three vetoes over street railway and franchise ordinances. He argues lighting may be cheaper with gas and that 310,000 per year for electric lighting is unwarranted. He criticizes loop plans and favors public welfare over corporate interests as Common Council may override.
A Syracuse anti cnup convention boosts Cleveland backing and attacks Hill methods while vowing him the Democratic standard bearer in New York. The event intensifies Cleveland sentiment in the state and raises questions about Chicago delegation contests and possible effects on the 1884 result.
The proposed law would let a finding of a trust allow duties to be waived once the president proclaims. Critics say delays in court findings slow the process. A simpler defense would let importers show domestic production is monopolized to suspend duties.
The text argues that the bill would place the core principle of protection and free trade in direct focus and state that illegal combinations are not entitled to protective benefits. It highlights the ongoing issue of who should benefit from the protective system.
District conventions ease into renomination of incumbents Dalzell and Stone for Congress and Judge Stone for President Judge. Allegheny County conventions back Stowe for appellate or higher office, with broad support for Dalzell Stone Stone in Congress and judiciary. Minor criticisms exist for some Senate and Legislative hopefuls, but overall consensus favors incumbents.
In Honolulu twenty five men face charges of conspiring to dethrone Queen Liliuokalani and install a republican government. The piece cautions sympathy for prisoners yet questions the implications of revolution on a small island and urges restraint while protecting American citizens.
The Dispatch condemns uneven funding for internal improvements. It cites a $25,000 survey of the ship canal NY to Philadelphia vs $19,000 for the Ohio River and Lake Erie canal, and a large 20 foot lake channel without a survey. It urges prioritizing projects by need and importance, backing Pittsburg's push for a 15 foot route.
The piece muses on May and June as personified maidens with moods and frictions while noting a recent cloud burst in Indiana and Ireland’s Home Rule tensions. It mentions Paris sewing clubs for young men and hints at a Common Council veto override against the Mayor.
A fragmented column touches on public access on Market Street, ruinous weather displacing Indiana residents, Capitol plumbing, gas and ventilation, and a satirical glance at politics, sports, and transit plans. It jokes about clothing costs, coal usage, and international rulers as well.
Cocxyt Toastot faces serious illness. WILLIAM Astor bequeaths 100000 for Episcopal Cathedral of St John. Jonyx CHETWOOD AIKEN seeks a seat as Baron Walcall in England. Crockett descendants to celebrate in Rumford Tennessee August 17. RupYARD Krecine earns 150 for Times critique. Colosel Rose of 77th Pennsylvania Volunteers designs Libby Prison tunnel now a regular officer. Mrs Joan Sherwood faults New York society and sales of invitations for 10000. President Harrison and party arrive in Washington by special train. Jon R Mippiemrs donates 100 acres valued 150000 to fund a Presbyterian college. Edward Oliver Wolcott, senator, occupies Oakview and doubts Senate summer session.
The Cleveland gas dispute ends in a city favorable settlement. Gas price set at 80 cents per thousand with 60 percent to the city. The companies to settle old bills, cover litigation costs, and the city to net about 380,000 annually.
The best showing of mathematicians places Mr. Harrison at 368 instructed and pledged delegates at the Minneapolis Convention. Blaine has 265 pledged votes with 23 in the doubtful column, leaving Harrison poised to gain as the convention proceeds.
A brief note mentions Rainsford Bars at the fair in New York and reports on Blavin’s reputation as an invincible pugilist fading. The piece notes no bedrooms at the Chicago Fair but ample beer and wine at restaurants, with a jab at Blavin’s downtrend.
In Washington on May 31 Mr. Sherman opposed the free coinage of silver, delivering a forceful, nonpartisan critique that drew extensive attention from both parties. He warned the policy would degrade currency, reduce purchasing power, and threaten the bi metallic system while defending Republican financial policies. The day also featured a major mining law ruling by Secretary Noble validating scrip non assignability and upholding contest procedures.
A New York Unity Sunday school for Chinese pupils at Trinity Baptist Church has been abandoned after several American women teachers married Chinese students. The superintendent cannot confirm plans to resume in the fall. Over 100 scholars were counted recently, but the school is currently not operating.
The Woman's National Industrial League adopts resolutions protesting the omission of women from the Columbus funding celebration in New York City. It demands representation for Isabella Queen of Spain as a co discoverer of America in the ceremonies.
New York figures urge a committee to investigate the naturalization system amid alleged voter-buying and rapid mass acknowledgments. The memorial cites 1891 immigration from Austria, Russia and Italy and claims many new citizens remain in insular communities and lack English proficiency.
In Ohio May 31 a Special report notes a rapid rise in Blaine support among Sherman and Foraker Republicans. Delegates elected for 46 in Ohio show many backing Blaine, with scattered Harrison backing and strong Blaine momentum among Farmers Alliance and veterans. Officials admit Blaine’s lead could secure a solid delegation to Minneapolis.
The article notes weddings in Florida and more nuptials to come, plus a West End M E Church concert featuring Miss Krueger, Mr Taylor, Miss Irene Sample and others. It also covers Art Society membership surge, a Carnegie Library exhibit, Bethesda Home anniversary events, and a forthcoming wedding involving Mr Howells and Miss Norman with related family ties.
At a Houston meeting the German American Association of Texas passes resolutions urging liberal laws and opposing puritanical Sabbath restrictions. The convention denounces supporting candidates with dissenting views and calls on both parties to adopt these sentiments, aligning with about 8,000 Texas citizens.
St James Eopal Church hosts ice cream and festival June 14 15. Inez Todd King medal contest winners E E Phelps Kirk Brown C A Bingaman announced. Daughters of the American Revolution mark first birthday with al fresco at Oliver grounds Shields station. Multiple society weddings noted: Rev Geo R Edmundson to Laura Cooper Richfield Kansas, Miss Netois Wessrt to W H Metcalf End, Miss Nawste Acrew to Rev C B Milligan Calvary service, Laura Wentz to Dr G A Carson, Zee and Lindsay King wedding planned June 2. Invitations extended for Grand View reception next Tuesday by Mrs S Jarvis Adams and daughter Mrs Garner. Church home grounds noted for June festival.
Charles H. Sey, a prominent furniture dealer with 35 years in business and public life, died after a barber shave led to a razor cut on the face. Blood poisoning spread rapidly, forming ulcers. nine physicians tried to save him but failed. The incident reveals unusual circumstances surrounding his death.
Watterson’s stance on the Kentucky Democratic scene and national figures sparks sharp editorials. Critics portray him as a force beyond the party, with mixed views on Cleveland and Harrison and speculation about his influence at national conventions.
In Ottawa the House of Commons faced a long, bitter debate stirred by Mr. Armstrong’s resolution to abolish Roman Catholic separate schools and French language rights in the Northwest Territories. French members oppose changes. Dilton McCarthy supports the measure. Debate to resume soon.
Ex Senator Albert R. Fox of Sand Lake New York died yesterday at the residence of his son in law Andrew Knowlson in that village after paralysis. He was a former prominent glass manufacturer and held many business roles. An engineering graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy he once served as president of its Alumni Association. He remained active until shortly before his death.
Obituary notes report Frances Galbraith Gilmore wife of Dr Arnold P Gilmore dies in Chicago, daughter of ex Judge William A Galbraith of Erie, once a Uniontown resident. Also notes Francis Ecrprtt died in London, cousin of Baroness Burdett Coutts. Joan Denier of Coal Walter died after a paralytic stroke, aged 72, founder of U P Church in McHeesport. Irish comedian Regent Stanley dies in Boston. body to be brought to Pittsburgh. George Briertem, Carlisle merchant leader, dies of heart disease. head of firm George S Hechem Co and Cumberland Valley interests.
The poem notes how in eighteen ninety-two society headlines feature the woman in blue across classes from mammas to debutantes. She appears at tennis, in outfits from polka dot shirts to tailor jackets, with a blue outing gown beneath a black hat and various shoes, reflecting era fashions and social focus.
A compilation of miscellany items from 17th to 19th century notions includes Boston land sales of 1685, gunpowder origins, election ballot counts, animal curiosities, world fairs jars, electric discoveries, and various oddities from Madrid to Montezuma. It notes an earthquake proof San Francisco hotel, a two headed bird, and a boy with alphabet eyes among many disparate anecdotes.
The note hints John and Laura will graduate in June. It claims John can umpire a game without trouble and Laura is ahead of her class. The passage mixes weatherlike ocean imagery with casual school progress chatter in a dated tone.
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