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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1890
Page
4
Dispatched notices offer a one year subscription with Sunday delivery included. Rates appear as varying figures, mentioning 1 year and 2 month options and weekly carrier delivery details. The text shows promotional wording and garbled pricing data.
Persons leaving the city for the summer can forward THE DISPATCH to any address at 9 cents per month or 25 cents for three months. Sunday edition included, daily edition 1 cent per day or 2 cents for three months. Address changes require both old and new addresses.
The business office of the Dispatch has moved to the corner of Smithfield and Diamond Streets.
A local Amalgamated Association policy favors keeping Pittsburg wages near 550 per ton while eastern mills seek 350 plus rates. The plan argues wage parity benefits iron workers nationwide, noting Pittsburg’s fuel advantages and arguing eastern wage rises could shift iron production to higher wage regions, with prosperity lasting.
At a Allegheny mass meeting Kennedy urged adopting a direct popular vote for primaries to end wire pulling and abuse. The outcome hinges on the County Committee and district willingness to order new primaries based on the popular vote. If delegates persist, reform may stall and old practices recur.
A critique of spiritualist mediums and spook priestesses who persuade educated men. It argues these figures are bunko artists exploiting credulity and baser desires, not wielding real occult power. The piece questions society’s tendency to overestimate spiritualism.
The piece condemns psychic phenomena as a cover for criminal tricks and sexual and financial deception aimed at the well-to-do. It laments the mingling of spiritualist fraud with respectable society and warns that both victims and deceivers share culpability.
A House session sparked by Mr. Walker of Massachusetts stripping to shirt sleeves while debating silver legislation. The piece questions the Speaker’s power to regulate attire, praises reform of manners, and notes tobacco juice stains and clean linen as symbols of American liberty.
A correspondent advocates stone yards at prisons to macadam roads using 3400 convicts, but the main obstacle is hauling stone from distant deposits. The proponent cites 50 cents per ton, yet travel to work sites could push costs well beyond that, threatening humane and economical use of convict labor.
The New York Post brands Wanamaker for selling a pirated Britannica edition as theft and attacks trade impinging on copyright. It cites Ingalls on politics and notes copyright issues without international protection. The issue also carries an English story from a magazine, raising questions about ethical consistency and royalties.
A set of newspaper observations discusses a guide on riding posture and notes a Presbyterian church in Washington for sale due to expenses. It also remarks on President Cleveland’s attendance driving crowds, Allegheny district candidates, a Chicago stockyards shift, and Germany’s Liberal leadership change after Bismarck’s fall.
Senator Ingall drafts a speech on farm mortgages focusing on his own mortgage tied to his seat in the United States Senate. The note highlights the political angle and personal stake in the mortgage issue.
A St Louis saloon displays a beer barrel towering 23 feet high and 24 feet wide containing 4000 gallons. The ornate display draws attention while observers from Chicago remark on the spectacle and question which spirit might be appeased by the importation of that original package.
Ex President Cleveland arrives in Marion in a special car. James E Mumpace回 leaves Boston for Ohio. De Lesseps ill and may not survive. Betva Lockwood owns 20000 dollars in Washington real estate and earns 5000 yearly from law. Herbert Gladstone, son of Gladstone, is nearing forty. Walter and Mrs Damrosch tour Germany and visit Lincoln couple. Elwan Halle designed the gold Geographical Society medal for Stanley in London. LarMan Coleman to marry June 1 in Frankfort KY to Hendricks. Courtney Walthall, senator’s daughter, praised in Washington circles. W and Doane runs an Cincinnati iron foundry and writes hymns for money. Emre Disne Batrrov, Nabous monarch, alive despite poisoning fears. Colonal Thomas G Jones Alabama governor nominee, born in Jonesboro GA, studied at VMA, served with Confederacy.
In Hindman Kentucky a widowed man and his son both marry the widow Mrs Snow and her daughter. The marriages make the elder Johnston the son in law of his own son and the son in law of his daughter. The widower becomes step father to his step mother and father in law to his own father. The two brides are related in multiple strange ways.
The Twenty-First Annual Reunion of Battery B First Pennsylvania Light Artillery met at Nesbit's Grove near Mt. Jackson with about twenty seven survivors and 2000 attending friends. Captain J. H. Cooper presided and James A. Gardner served as secretary. McClelland chosen to speak next year. The day featured addresses, music, a large dinner, and re election of officers.
A critical survey of a memorial volume on Henry W Grady compiled by his Atlanta Constitution coworkers and edited by Joel Chandler Harris. The piece questions scope and literary quality, praising Grady's speeches while faulting the book for newspaper clippings and haste, and noting Grady's views on race and political rights.
The paper reports over 62 000 copies of a triple number of The Dispatch were sold as 20 pages filled with varied articles. It notes the silver bill passage by a good majority in the House with eight Republicans opposing. Also mentions the Umbria affair, abduction case, and other world and local items from politics to entertainment.
In Boston two German bakers Berio and Stapler claimed financial losses after hiring Jane Rose, a spiritualist medium. Rose took $175 $12 and $100 in tin boxes placed with divine power, then faced trance periods and alleged theft. He awaits trial after being held.
A column surveys varied topics from Allegheny County advertising to Prohibition satire and political jabs about Mr. Bayne. It notes debates on liquor laws, codfish as a weapon, and hints at a Providence electric monopoly while warning of poisoned ice cream incidents in Jacob Illinois and a Pittsburg caution to youths.
The Philadelphia Democratic scene shows a tug between Pattison and Wallace as party faithful seek Quay's stance. Quay has signaled support for both, creating confusion while rumors of his preferred candidate circulate amid party maneuvering.
The DuBois Courier urges Major Montooth as GOP Governor candidate, praising his unblemished character and popularity to unite Republican voters. The paper notes no boss ties and highlights his soldier’s record and suitability for leadership amid a rising favorable tide.
Lord Salisbury presses for costs against William O'Brien in his detinue suit, threatening bankruptcy if unpaid. O'Brien, with an appeal before the House in London, refuses to pay and challenges Salisbury. The dispute entwines with O'Brien's novel prospects and his fiancee's fortune, while O'Brien plans a Lords appeal and a late marriage described in the fragment.
Parliament approves extended cold tea stock for U S army canteens to maintain morale and deter desertion among soldiers, ensuring steady provisions for the force.
Mr. Chavascey M. Depew told Chicago residents that municipal government is a failure. He could have strengthened his point by noting the clash between corporate wealth and political machines, which would have clarified the implications for public policy.
A fragment recalls the young Emperor and his new Chancellor in a troubling incident with horses. The text implies danger and misfortune surrounding imperial power and a rising political figure, with a suggestion of intrigue tied to Prince Bis.
At the closing meeting on Wednesday evening N A Phillips of New Castle Pennsylvania was elected president on the Orsi ballot for the term ending at the Christmas holiday. The election followed parliamentary rules.
Richmond June 8. B F Wissler County Superintendent of Schools was arraigned by Dunkard elders on a charge for dressing more fashionable than church tenets allow and wearing a boiled shirt. He explained the change was not sincere and was acquitted.
Caldwell Ohio hosts a three day reunion for soldiers and sailors from Thursday through Saturday June 12 to 14. Notables expected include Governor Campbell Commander-in-Chief Alger Private Dalzell Colonel Munson General Brown General P H Dow and General Hawkins. A packed program features brief addresses parades and performances each day with arrangements in place to accommodate attendees.
The Brooklyn Eagle notes Republican boss Quay showing sympathy for ex-Senator Wallace during the Democratic canvass for Pennsylvania delegates to the State Convention. The piece suggests Quay’s backing could benefit Republicans while his influence may not help Democrats and mentions efforts by Quay’s lieutenants to back Pattison nominee delegates.
A Waterrcrom staff correspondent reports a heated clash over free coinage and the silver versus gold standard. The piece argues the debate serves lenders and mining interests, not the public, and warns of broader economic consequences. It also critiques Colonel Bayne’s late nomination withdrawal and the party’s delegation actions, urging accountability.
A pompous congressman visits a town newspaper man's home seeking a first-floor room at 40 dollars a month. The house owner, shocked by the boastful claim of being a high politician, refuses the arrangement and ends the encounter with a firm farewell.
The Erie county district will replace Culbertson with Matthew Griswold after one term. Griswold, Yale graduate and hollow-ware manufacturer, is described as tall, forthright, and outspoken, with a strong business reputation and ready to serve in Congress.
In CrxcnowaTr on June 7 Mrs Lizzie Caldwell a 21 year old colored woman argued that Enumerator J J Moore overstepped politeness in census questioning. She was jailed then released on $200 bail with a hearing set. A second arrest followed for hotel keeper Geldreich who failed to respond promptly to the enumerator and was released on bail after answering questions.
Rev James C Moffatt Emeritus Professor of Church History at Princeton Theological Seminary died at his Nassau Street home aged 88 He came to America from Scotland in 1882 and earned degrees before joining the seminary faculty where he taught until two years ago The report notes his scholarly works and contributions though the text is partly damaged
The City of Mexico notes the California filibusters and reports that the United States government has taken steps to address the matter and to guard the frontier.
A letter from Julius Jones of Henrietta New York argues for state owned road work using convicts. He proposes a stoneyard attached to jails and a system where convicts macadamize major roads, with tolls on property owners to fund public works. He criticizes unequal street use by horse owners and nonowners.
The letter discusses inventors of early sewing machines with Thomas Saint and Elias Howe named among candidates. It asks about the correct pronunciation of calliops and whether pipe pianos existed, and notes a Canada United States treaty allowing return of defaulters, mentioning an April 4 effective date.
Letter to the editor discusses penalties for census enumerators who disclose secrets. The law states a supervisor or enumerator who neglects duties or illegally transfers them may face a fine up to 500 dollars. Perjury carries up to three years imprisonment and a fine up to 800 dollars. False certificates can incur a fine up to 3500 dollars.
Miss Polly Lunsford of Gaddistown Union county aged 18 fell ill from cold and exposure. After doctors said she would die she briefly revived, drank water, prayed with family, sang, and foretold her death before passing away.
In Philadelphia on June 7 a strange creature is shown at the University of Pennsylvania veterinary department. The abnormal organ is located in the lower neck, yet the heart still performs its functions as if in its normal position.
GeoRGE B. Haycoor announces a new theater in Duluth costing 500000 dollars named Midway Grand. Frederick Warde and Mrs. D. P. Bowers will star next season in King Henry the Sixth. Brinsley Sheridan is dead, and plans for John Emanuel's tour include King Lear Hamlet Othello Nero. Views from Castles in the Air sold as Broadway previews. Madge Yorke and Tom Hallow join May Templeton Opera under William L. Lykens. Richard Stahl's Sea King opens Philadelphia then New York June 23 at Palmer's. David H. Wikson marries Helen Windsor in Trinity Chapel. W T Valentine to join All the Comforts of Home at Proctor's Theatre next season. Madison Square Garden protests licensing for its opening. Mme Sarah Bernhardt may skip America next season. eight weeks of Joan of Arc canceled via telegram.
A long jumble of short notices reports oddities from Georgia to Maine. Topics include swallows near a chimney, a Jersey prophet’s weather claim, a rat crop in Buchanan county, a bottomless hole in Euckland, a bank deposit panic in Albany, a yellow fever scientist dispute, an iceman find in Providence, an alligator in a railroad cut, a cat and rattlesnake fight, a pianist’s rapid notes, Mongolian pheasants in Washington, a drowning accident in Sumter county, Mayence preparations, a lost pocketbook found, a palm tree blowdown in Rome, a London club dinner, and local injuries in Georgia plus wintery Moosehead notes.
Readers encounter a collage of comic exchanges and literary jests. Anxious fathers seek support for daughters while students boast strength. A chiropodist brags of hotel carving, and a mock Shakespearean critic quips about Verona. A verse fragment imagines heaven with white garments and poets.
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