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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1891

Page

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Lawrence Neal Seeks Democratic Nomination for Ohio Governor

In Paint Creek country Lawrence Neal asserts he will seek the Democratic nomination for Ohio governor challenging Governor Campbell. He frames his campaign around tariff reform and farmer interests, noting his 300 acre below city farm and 120 acre above town holdings. He predicts third party impact hinges on the People’s party and Farmers Alliance.

Ohio Paint Creek Scioto River William Allen Lawrence T. Neal Larry Kees Mecca Thrd Farmers’ Alliance Neal Campbell St. Louis

Potential Dark Horse in Buckeye Demo Race

A June telegraph from Contumpus reports Ohio Democrats explore Nominee Campbell renomination but Neal’s campaign hints at a compromise candidate. Michael D. Harter is floated as a strong rival to McKinley, seen as capable of uniting reformers and farmers against tariff policies. Cleveland notables weigh prospects while a 6,000 vote lead is cited for a gubernatorial bid.

Dtafatch Campbell Buckeye Neal Harter Michael D Sherman Iield Frank Herd Tom Gokas

Alliance Missionary Work Aims to Unite Alliances

President Polk and Congressman Simpson depart for La Crosse Wisconsin to join a convention of industrial organizations. The goal is to unite with the National Farmers Alliance as a single working body and then tour Pennsylvania and New Jersey for mass meetings.

Polk to tour all states in 1892 campaign

The article notes President Polk plans a nationwide tour from Maine to the Pacific coast to canvass public opinion ahead of the 1892 election. It indicates each state will be fully informed about the alliance and the presidential and factional factors shaping the race.

Campbell Neal People's Springfield Args Aeneas of Polk Wnmah Maine Pacific Coast

Detroit in the Field for Democratic National Convention

Don M. Dickinson postmaster general of Cleveland visited New York and backed Detroit as a possible site for the next Democratic National Convention. National Committee members will decide the venue in February as supporters argue over the choice amid strong Democratic backing for Detroit.

Don M. Dickinson National Committee Cleveland New York Detroit San Francisco Lena Dickinson Brice The Naval Gnutee Chicago

Sherman not endorsed by four Republican county conventions

Four Republican county conventions that met yesterday declined to instruct for Sherman’s reelection to the Senate. Foraker’s friends are suspected by some, but officials likely avoided committing to any candidate at this early date. All those elected yesterday support McKinley for Governor.

Tate Fairfield Perry Licking Richland Shermar Butler Campbell Holmes Columnus Sherman Senate Foraker McKinley

Patton Warns Princeton on True Religion in Sermon

President Patton preached the baccalaureate at Princeton on What Is Truth advising students not to evade religious controversies. He urged theology students to study and master open questions in science and philosophy, cautioning against superficial faith.

Princeton Patton

University Settlement Society Forms To Link Education and Labor

New York reports the formation of the University Settlement Society to unite college men and laborers for mutual benefit. It plans residence rooms named settlements in tenement districts for educators and neighbors to meet, with notable supporters such as Brayton Ives Low Oswald Ottendorfer Scott and Carl Schurz. The Neighborhood Guild has pursued similar aims, and women graduates have aided progress.

New York University Settlement Society Neighoor Treiice Migery Hall Benysn Pe Geceatuon Henit Brayton Ives Low Oswald Ottendorfer Ihe Scott Carl Schurz New Society Vassar

Engraving Iron by Gunpowder Sparks New Method

Report from New York describes powder and explosive forces used to impress delicate leaf and insect patterns onto iron surfaces in under a second. Army and Navy officers test a new fuse method, producing perfect leaf imprints and promising further experiments with strong indications of success.

New York Army Navy

Quay to Confer on Schofield Succession

Senator Quay arrived in Washington to meet the President about appointing a successor to General J G W Schofield who has declined to seek the retirement list. Representative Graig of Indiana County is a prominent applicant for the post as Secretary to Gilkeson.

Washington Quay J G. W. Schofield Ig Ver Bomerie Capes Pion County Ae J Wien Cr Graig Indiana County Gilkeson

German Warships Sail for Chile from San Francisco

A squadron of three German warships the Riepzig Sophie and Alexandrine sailed this evening for Chile after a two day stay in San Francisco.

Chile San Francisco Riepzig Sophie Alexandrine

Millions for sugar bounty to be paid by Uncle Sam

Washington reports that within a year from July 1 the Treasury will disburse 12 to 15 million dollars as sugar production bounties. Louisiana will receive the largest share for cane sugar, with significant sums to maple, beet, and sorghum producers in several states. The process includes license applications, bonded guarantees, and strict testing by the Internal Revenue Bureau to prevent fraud.

Uncle Sam Washington Treasury Department United States Louisiana New England New York Ohio Illinois Kanes Nebraska Iowa California Internal Revenue Bureau of the Treasury Internal Revenue Commissioner of Internal Revenue Secretary of the Treasury Ins R Internal Revenue Bureau Forth

Boyer Sees Large Tax Gains From New Bill

State Treasurer Boyer notes that the proposed bill will reach untaxed capital and raise revenues significantly. He cites Auditor General estimates of about 3.5 million from capital stock changes and other taxes, with net increases near 2.24 million after adjustments and allocations to sinking funds and local fees.

Philadelphia Boyer Winking Fund Governoral Fund Auditor General Ngs Georges Ppu Henny K. Borma

Drought Strains New Orleans as Death Rate Doubles

New Orleans endures a historic drought with only four showers in 70 days and less than one tenth inch of rain. The lack of water is blamed for a doubled city death rate, marking an unprecedented crisis for the American port.

Dispatch New Orleans

City to sink artesian wells for cleaner water

City officials note private water supply is muddy and unsafe. Mains serve only parts of the city, leaving poorer residents without drinkable water. City Council forms committee to estimate cost of sinking public wells and whether large scale digging is feasible.

Death of Bartine sparks autopsy plan for slain lawyer

Aspury Park June 7. The family of Richard Bartine asent requests an autopsy on the body of the lawyer who died in September. Dr. Samuel Shaw, the physician, received a report from Dr. J. M. Byron of New York seeking information on the case. Byron says he will attend and there is mention of an early arrival by the New York Academy of Medicine. Dr. Johnson recalls Bartine waking from a slumber in distress and crying out that he would kill those nearby as doctors worked. Funeral services are set for tomorrow afternoon.

Aspury Richard Vessii Nieedinnn Eranpee Samuel Shaw J. M. Byron New York Byron New York Academy of Ley Dr. Johnson Byra Bartine

France and Chile Diplomatic Moves and Paris Unrest

Paris notes reveal the Chilean legation reporting to Santiago that insurgents lack authority and government forces number 40 000, while the Constitutional Congress funds are ample. Anarchists clash near Montmartre Basilica. six arrests follow as services halt briefly. Concerns over the Chicago World's Fair art representation and workmen pension bills are noted alongside a Czar-Elysee snub and diplomatic arrivals at the capital.

Paris Legation Santiago Tarapaca Chile Constitutional Congress Montmartre Varlin Catullo Mendes M. Herbert Gillax Antoin Proust Proust Chicago Carnot

Last Scene of All Attended Peter the Comedian’s Funeral

New York mourned Peter the comedian of Igan's company with many old-time vaudeville and Harrigan troupe members at St. Roman Catholic Church. He died in Bellevue Hospital last week. interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery. He leaves no children.

New York Ed W Harrigan St. Roman Catholic Church Peter Igan Bellevue Hospital Staneac Sae Richard Quilter Goldrich O— Son Arthur Moreland Cen Cael B. P.O. Ellis Whit Goldrich Edward Harrigan Er Mart Mra Docker James Ae Charles Joseph Elah John J J. Spie Rev A. Brannoffi Greenwood, Co

London Bus Strike Leaves City Without Public Transit

June 7 in London reports no buses running from the General and Road Car companies. Private vehicles fill gaps with high fares as drivers face picket actions led by John Burns and colleagues. By afternoon most buses halted amid strikes, cab traffic scarce yet often cheerfully endured.

Loxpor General Company Road Car Company John Burns Burns London Eee Sn

Ives 15 Seriously Ill in Wall Street Legend’s Illness

Special telegram from New York reports Henry H. Ives famed as the Young Napoleon of Finance is in dangerous condition after a hemorrhage. He is confined to a fourth floor apartment with an older unmarried sister by his side. Friends are warned not to alarm.

Napoleon Dispatch New York Henry Ives Wall Street New

Earthquake Shakes Verona Mantua and Northern Italy

Rome reports a series of strong shocks across Lombardy Venetia and Tuscany with tremors felt from Verona to Venice. The quake damaged homes caused fatalities and left Milan fearing disturbances as inhabitants fled into the streets. At Marcenigo several died and many houses suffered damage as aftershocks continued through the morning.

Rome Verona Mantua Lombardy Venetia Tuscany Venice Milan Marcenigo Italy

Apaches on the Warpath Reported Killing Near Arizoe

Word reached Tamestore that Frank Cathew, a mule train swamper, was killed by Apache Indians near Arizoe Sonora. Two other men with the teams resisted the attack as horses and freight were taken. Authorities believe the Indians will head toward Arizona as ranchmen stay alert.

Tamestore Ann Frank Cathew Arizoe Sonora Cathew

Paris Inquiry Ended in Quiet Closure for Melville Scandal

A magisterial inquiry in Paris concluded with a quiet closure regarding the Melville scandal. Chief figures M. Turpin and Fasseler are noted in connection with the case as investigators aim to safeguard sensitive information and prevent further harm.

Paris Melville M. Turpin

Parliament to Prorogue in First Week of August

Loxpoy reports that Parliament will be prorogued in the first week of August. The announcement confirms an impending adjournment with no further sessions planned before the break.

Loxpoy

Mrs Duncan Dies After Bettws-Y-Coed Assault

Mrs Duncan, recently assaulted by her husband at Bettws-Y-Coed in Wales, is dying. The report comes from Lowpay dated June 7. The case details ongoing as authorities pursue charges and medical updates.

Brigands Hide in Constantinople After Rail Attacks

June 7 report from Constantinople says most of the Kirk-Kilissia brigands who seized railway travelers have arrived in the city.

Constantinople Kirk-Kilissia

Walsh on Industrial Questions and Trade Societies

Archbishop Walsh urges the clergy to promote new trade bodies alongside unions. He writes to advocate associations advancing common interests of employers and employees and supporting commerce in light of the Pope’s encyclical.

Dvarre Walsh

Portugal Considers Sell of Colonies to Ease Debt

A member of Parliament will propose selling nearly all colonies to reduce Portugal's national debt. The plan aims to raise funds by disposing of overseas possessions in a new project presented in the Chamber of Deputies. The report comes from Sussex dated June 7.

Sussex Chamber of Deputies Prineige

Bardsley Embezzlement Case Near New Developments

Philadelphia dispatch reports a week of potential disclosures in the Bardsley and Keystone Bank matters. The perjury charge tied to his oath of office will be dropped due to no record of swearing in, while Wanamaker is expected to testify to the committee along with auditors and former appointees.

Wanamaker Philadelphia Bardsley Keystone Bards Ey A Fu J Poa Municip Councilmanic Yethey Is Up

Rev Mr Clark Wright Targeted in Shooting Attempt

An unknown man fired at Reverend Clark Wright of Tremont Methodist Episcopal Church at his home on 178th Street and Washington Avenue. William Monser was arrested on suspicion. Wright had previously refused aid after a fraud suspect sought money, prompting the assault.

New York Clark Wright Hundred and Seventy-eighth Street Washington Avenue William Monser Wright Tremont Methodist Episcopal Monser Oe Ae Ae Monger Mnaway

Two Counterfeiters Nabbed in June Arrest Near Troy

Secret Service agents arrested Reuben Palmer a traveling horse dealer near Troy Pennsylvania for passing counterfeit money. Palmer linked to Elmira Hornellsville Troy coin flood and once an assistant to James Holden. Holden arrested in New York and Palmer committed to Bradford County prison after a search found a counterfeit outfit.

Wilkesbaere Secret Service Reuben Palmer Troy Palmer Elmira Hornellsville James Holden Holden New York Bradford County Feiter

Deaths From Hydrophobia In Atchison County Herd

Kansas City reports a herd of Vanderbilt brothers in Atchison County Kansas contracted hydrophobia after a mad dog bite. Three brothers were bitten and one died in agony. The others showed severe illness and were treated, with physicians uncertain about containment and prognosis.

Kansas City Vanderbilt Brothers Atchison County Kas Missouri Missouri Pacific

Insurance Agent Ledges Self to Canal Death

In Rochester on June 7 Thomas Bellhouse an insurance agent died by suicide by jumping into the canal. He left behind a note mentioning his wife and a policy payment.

Rochester Thomas Bellhouse

Canada's Sad Plight After Macdonald Death Creates Leadership Uncertainty

Toronto reports crowds speculate on a Conservative direction with Sir John Thompson possibly leading but Protestant Catholic tensions risk paralyzing policy. Abbott pushes reciprocity with the United States while parties debate relations with France and the Northwest. The state funeral for Sir John Macdonald is planned with cabinet meetings to discuss the transition.

Distatch Toronto Sir John House of Commons Abbott Senate John Macdonald John Thompson Reid United States Canada Sir John Thompson Maritime Provinces New England Govae Ec Ihe Saosin Liberal Party Canadas Ottawa Stfairs Dominion Sir Charles Tupper England Sey Orangemen Ontario Sir John State Barnscliffe Moe T Bai Cabinet

A Jersey Earthquake Report From New Brunswick

A brief item notes a tremor felt in New Brunswick New Jersey on a June 7 report with limited readable details about location and impact. The fragment mentions seismic activity near the northwest area and a romblig note, but information is incomplete and cannot be fully verified.

Jersey New Bevssowics N. J Suni Ameconaind

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