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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1890
Page
4
Pittsburg edition dated Wednesday June 4 1880 notes the business office of The Dispatch has moved to the corner of Smithfield and Diamond Streets. The text lists subscription rates and delivery options for various frequencies including daily and weekly issues.
The Northside events yield unexpected nominations and disputes over eligibility and process. Colonel Bayne declines renomination, Colonel Stone gains the post amid opposition to party rules, and dissension widens in the Forty second Senatorial race with Neeb and Harbison factions. A likely truce may emerge to unite the party.
In the county convention results the Worthside excitement contrasts with a peaceful scene as Dalzell is renominated for Congress in the Twenty-second district. William Filton and nearly all county offices report no opposition, led by Mercer for Commissioner and other Old Guard names. The ticket appears strong in a county with Republican majorities often reaching twenty thousand.
The New York Sun declares the inter state commerce act a complete failure and says the Board of Commissioners enacting it is incapable and insufficient. The argument rests on the claim that railroad managers nationwide make scarcely any pretense of obeying the act.
A New York critique argues that railroad penalties under law have never been enforced for four years. It contends Canadian and U S railroads are equally bound, and calls for public will to apply penalties to ensure compliance.
The Astor millions will fund a colossal new hotel in New York aiming to surpass all others in size beauty and convenience. If Mr. Astor proceeds the city will gain a flagship property, attracting visitors from across the country including Pittsburgers, and potentially changing perceptions of Gotham hotel life.
An article lauds Pittsburg's planned Children's Hospital for indigent children. It describes a city facility plus a country summer retreat to aid ill children lacking parental funds, praising promoters and urging support for this noble benevolence.
White Chicago journals report a wheat crop peaking at three quarters with an expected yield around 450000 bushels. Officials say this will cover domestic flour needs and leave a margin for export, while buyers in the market grow impatient with high demand.
The Oregon race appears tightly contested with key material gains favoring the Republicans while the governorship is handed to the Democrats, signaling a dramatic political shift.
The House Committee of Elections argues that registration laws and tests are unconstitutional, a stance that would shock if applied to Northern cases. The report on the South Carolina matter oddly concludes that an election held under unconstitutional provisions should declare the candidate with fewer votes the winner, prompting critique of the House managers pushing such logic.
A leading Australian newspaper dismissed its dramatic critic after he wrote a favorable notice of Mrs. James Brown Potter. The action seems overly severe and may reflect a belief the critic mistook the actress for a genuine star.
Western editors anxiously inquire if the seven cent rise in whisky price per gallon is caused by higher corn costs or the original package decision.
Those among the Republicans who want the rules to govern are anxious to have the bell ring for a new start in the Congressional race. It is no fun for heavy weights to trot around the Twenty third district course with the mercury up in the nineties, but candidates who fail to score and announce their aspirations before primaries must try again on even terms.
The article recalls the Last eckte deal and notes the Frick Oak Company’s decision not to buy Cochran works, suggesting concentration has peaked. It mentions preliminary notes of a Duquesne traction suit hinting at upcoming rivalry in Fifth Avenue traffic once the second road starts.
The text debates memorials for Civil War leaders and contrasts duties of Congress with regional sentiments. It notes a Red-Brick vault in New York honoring a surrendering figure, a bronze Lee monument at Richmond, and suggests Grant’s monument not belong in a city deemed unable to meet promises. It also mentions New York stocks rising before autumn money tightens.
Mr Francis Morony says newspaper men are the best men living. Col Eliot F Shepard may respond that few years ago doubts remain but accuracy is not in doubt now. The Shiras contingent slows a transfer of the nomination to a man who did not seek the office as a political anachronism. The theory that the office sacks the man is a barren ideality to those who miss it.
The ice pool projects around one million in year revenue while ignoring its already solid multi million earnings from earlier periods.
The piece questions Kerby’s Pars consul post amid broad distrust of political appointments. It notes a temperance lecturer’s whisky remedy for snake bite and hints at future views on medicinal liquor. Baroness Klara von Der Deckler seeks photographs of women for an exhibit, while speculation swirls about a pulp mill or a self-sustaining postal service.
A Japanese editor faces four years for disrespecting a Mikado ancestor while critics lament the press’s licentious tone. Wreors’s new prophecy hints Italy may quake if planets align as in Pompeii’s time, though forecasts remain cautious. Mrs Langtry’s American visit is noted as a rest for the Jersey Lily, with public appetite for respite. Colvolve L Stowe’s brief canvass is remarked.
A collage of brief items notes Chattanooga efforts for a Forrest statue fund and gifts to Julia Ward Howe. It mentions a tall tale of Hashaw of Tangier, a grave marker for Margery Deane, and Charles Pratt's $15 million wealth. It also covers Bripwent’s forgeries, Grover W. Kene’s bank leadership, Senator Wolcott’s railroad income, Thomas Wedge’s multiple marriages, ex-Congressman Lymas’s paralysis yet recovery, and a Jean Haudon monument fund with $3,400 in subscriptions and state support.
New York June 1 Miss Annis L Weyman daughter of Mrs M L Weyman of Pittsburg married at 8 20 pm tonight at Cambridge Fifth avenue to Mr Adam Crocker of Fitchburg Mass son of Samuel Crocker The ceremony was performed by Rev F E Edwards Assistant Rector of St George s Episcopal Church A sister Miss Helen E Weyman served as maid of honor The best man was Eben Sutton of Andover The couple will reside in Fitchburg after their bridal trip
Mayor Ellyson hosted B N A I Brith delegates at dinner as the convention tackled endowments and consolidation. A seven member commission from each district Grand Lodge will draft a plan to consolidate with other Hebrew societies while a five member committee prepares a simplified ritual.
The article discusses how interpreting the Republican primary rules requiring candidates to inform the committee days before the primaries may gain interest as the Supreme Court interprets the original package question. It weighs whether to construe the rules to fit the situation.
Miss Clemence de Vere, new york, headlined a Handel Musical Association program at Carnegie Hall bened by enthusiastic applause. Despite uneven chorus balance and reviewer nitpicks, de Vere delivered a commanding soprano display with two encores and strong diction, matched by George E. Whiting’s refined organ and piano accompaniment.
The funeral for Miss Effie L Mahaffey of Rebecca street Wilkinsburg is this afternoon at Homewood Cemetery. Aged 26 she had been in ill health for eight years with lung disease and suffered a fatal hemorrhage last night. She was a devout Christian and widely known in the Grubites ip am.
Miss Annie L. Wattles wed Dr. J R Horner in a private 6 30 p m ceremony at the Wattles home Center avenue Roses and pink flowers dominated the decor as Messia A M J B Murdoch arranged the blossoms Gernert's Orchestra provided music Rev Dr Edmund Belfour and Rev Joseph Horner officiated The couple left for the West and will be at home Thursdays in July at 01 Arch Street, with many friends sending cards.
Ex mayor J Bennett Cochran of Meadville married Miss Jean K Sample of Allegheny yesterday at First Presbyterian Church Wood Street Rev Dr George T Purves officiated in a small ceremony with close relatives and friends The groom a Meadville leader and uncle to James L Bennett is expected to travel with the bride on an extended western trip after the vows.
The Second Presbyterian Church library will benefit from an evening of entertainment by the Sunday school members assisted by Miss Edith Harris and the Schmertz Orchestra. Dorwit March opened the program with a recitation by Harris, English gave solos, Ed Schmertz played violin, and the infant class impressed with Cousin Jedekiah. An informal social closed the event, promising future pleasure for all involved.
After a season studying Spain's topography the Woman's Club plans a final meeting at Mis Charles L Wade's home in Homewood on Tuesday the 17th. A basket picnic will conclude the year as the group discusses Loyola and Jesuit founder papers. Resolutions on the death of Mrs N G Ayres were prepared for the bereaved family.
Miss Hettle Virginia Burns married Mr. John M. McClaren at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. George Purves officiating. The wedding party included three ushers Porter Campbell and Marshall and maid of honor Emma McTivain. The couple will tour Niagara Falls and other sights for three weeks before settling at a home on Irwin avenues.
A stylish open-air gathering hosted by Mr. and Mrs. John Speer on Dallas Avenue Homewood marked the start of the season. Prominent Pittsburg and Allegheny families attended, greeted by the Speers and daughter Miss Speer, enjoying moonlit grounds with woodland and water features.
A quiet private ceremony last evening joined Miss Jennie R Acheson of Penn avenue to Mr Thayer E Melvin of Evergreen Hamet. Rev Mr Miller officiated amid fragrant Jane blossoms. Only immediate relatives attended the elegant event.
A ceremony marks a union as the bride and groom celebrate with attendants and guests. The unusual spelling and garbled text suggest a small-town wedding at Evergreen Ham with friends gathering after the vows to share supper and well wishes.
Last evening a public reception marked the opening of the Mononghela House. The doors were opened for inspection by many visitors who toured the old hotel. Clerks in full dress acted as the reception committee and a pleasant luncheon was served. Guenther's Orchestra provided the music.
Miss Letitia Dixon wed Felix J Ward at St Peter's Pro Cathedral in a ceremony conducted by Rev M O'Connor. The couple hosted a luncheon at the Dixon residence on Sherman Avenue before departing for New York and the East.
Social notes report the wedding of Miss Genevra E Johnston, Chicago singer, to Dr Rufus Winfield Bishop in Plymouth Church Chicago with Mr Charles Hubbard officiating. Also noted are two Corry School plays in University Hall last night, a large reception at the Children's Hospital to follow, and the Beymer Baker wedding planned for this evening at the Beymer residence in the East End.
Chief Bigelow of the Public Works department said Washington likely transfers 10 to 12 acres of Arsenal lands near Penn Avenue to the city within two to three weeks. A bill by Hon. John Dalzell may secure Navy approval. The up river grounds remain untouched, and move of the mayor's residence is proposed if the transfer occurs.
Union Pacific announces restoration of old Bates rates on June 9 for western points beyond Chicago, with separate stabilization for territory by June 15. Spear, a local passenger agent, says the war damaged revenues by over two thirds, notes Pacific coast through traffic, and reports limited one way demand while selling round trip tickets amid Western inquiries.
The Allegheny Board of School Controllers re elected the present corps of instructors in the First and Second wards with the latter ward gaining an extra teacher. The Twelfth ward gets two extra teachers for June and the Ninth has three positions open. The Thir teenth re elected incumbents. Text book changes affect the High School course which would be divided into departments each with a head. First National Bank was elected depository for the Board. Messrs McMullen and Walton to draft resolutions on Edward Gregg’s death.
F and M Bank depositors in South Side failed to convene last evening as the Depositors' Committee chairman Assignee Sorg did not appear. After a sidewalk conclave near Humbalt school, they planned another meeting for next Tuesday and warned of appointing a new committee and hiring a consulting lawyer to uncover the bank's affairs.
Seven proposals for locating the state Home for the Oda Fellows widows and orphans were discussed by the directors last night in Allegheny. A committee including John G. Myler W H Sutmyer G Mueller T T Hagar Mrs C C Cricks Mrs Alice Jamison will report to Secretary H C Mendel.
A lyrical reflection on a dream of a heavenly city evoking radiant gates and eternal light. The speaker recalls a loved one's passing, expresses faith amid sorrow, and envisions a compassionate ascent toward a sublime, blessed city beyond mortal time.
Mrs. Anna A Hays widow of General Alexander Hays died Monday at 10 15 am in Sewickley after years as an invalid She accompanied her husband in the Civil War and survived seven children Her funeral will be at St Stephen's Episcopal Church Sewickley at 11 am Thursday June 4 with burial in Allegheny Cemetery beside General Hays.
Special telegram from New York reports Prince Bismarck, at his home, discussing neuralgia and poor sleep. He notes Queen Victoria recommended many remedies with little effect and recalls receiving thousands of telegrams after retirement. He says he is 76 but feels too young to be idle. De Hour, the Paris journalist, was invited to dinner and the ex chancellor spoke at length in a quiet, intimate setting.
A historical column mocks politics and society with satirical notes on Allegheny affairs. It teases a Michigan preacher selling coffins and cites a park cop arresting a Deputy Coroner, plus a Wisconsin millionaire's suicide and other curio. It jokes about Speaker Reed and bar politics.
The Erie Dispatch notes Pittsburg’s 1880 population at 156,280 and cites guesses of over 950,000, predicting a dramatic rise that would place Pittsburgh near the eighth rank among leading cities behind New York Philadelphia Chicago Brooklyn Boston St. Louis and Baltimore.
Judge Ewing of Pennsylvania asserts the Supreme Court may need to revisit its stance on state rights, a view praised as conservative and patriotic. Governor Beaver receives a hearty welcome in Boston from the New England Club, amid Massachusetts’ fondness for soldier governors.
Odd snippets from Dubuque and St Louis include a youth surviving on soda water, a streetcar expansion in St Louis, a prolific Eaton Indiana mother, the largest beer barrel attraction in St Louis, a Palatks alligator, and a long stalled horse case in Atchison to Eden mail contract. Also noted are fans used as walking sticks, Italian word origins, eiderdown duck info, buried gold in Aurora, a lightning struck pool hall, and longevity tallies in Centerville and Richmond Maine.
A collage of short items from various papers notes quirky phrases about teeth and boarding houses, a Newfoundland fish kill estimate around 5 to 6 million, a joke about a raw onion remedy, a Brooklyn Stranger quip about a missionary farewell, a New York Weekly gang heading to a China funeral, a Gallusing Uncle Jeff exchange, a New Jersey climate farmer comic, a June love ice cream poem, and census-taker jokes from New York papers.
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