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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1891
Page
4
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Mr John Wanamaker tells a committee his dealings with Keystone Bank were legitimate and that he did not profit from the bank wreck. He denies secret links and urges a full inquiry by city and possibly federal authorities into delays and losses surrounding the collapse and the defaulting treasurer.
The New York Sun argues that Democratic supporters should cling to claims despite the Branford ruling, warning this would nullify voters who cast lawful ballots. It contends the party’s view would disfranchise legal voters and contradict constitutional principle of electors' will. It also notes Democratic organs denounce Republican office-holders as holding fraudulently.
The English jury found the plaintiff guilty of swindling at cards and rejected the defense theory that a high royal figure acted honorably to conceal gambling. The verdict exposes card cheating charges as well founded while delivering a severe blow to royal prestige and public perception of the Prince of Wales entourage.
The Archdeacon of Carlisle warns that English clergy risk fading literary taste amid ephemeral newspapers and magazines. He laments declining reading among clergy and laypeople, condemning a narrow standard of learning that excludes current knowledge and practical use.
The author notes a quoted authority condemning newspaper style as misapplied yet argues the critic and clergy misunderstand writing. He praises newspapers for fit to purpose and laments potential harm if clergy overconsume print, warning of dignitaries speaking ill of church leaders.
The Dispatch denounces Governor Patton for vetoing a bill allowing cities to regulate or prohibit smoke production. It argues the veto misreads public health needs and warns the measure would curb a distinct public menace, noting safeguards against misuse and urging a reconsideration in the public interest.
The piece laments Pittsburg's collapse from second place to peril, urging Mr. O'Neil to discipline the Pirates. It argues internal strife or drinking as causes and calls for decisive management and unity to restore winning form. Pittsburg baseball fans demand improvement and stable leadership.
The Chilean naval showdown between torpedoes and guns ends in a temporary draw as one vessel defeats two torpedoes with precise gunfire. Supporters of the gun argue torpedoes are useless, while defenders note the torpedo’s novelty and potential for improvement.
A newspaper note questions the claim that Honest John Bardsley flirted with Wall Street explains the Philadelphia wreck. The language suggests the assertion may be exaggerated or misinterpreted in describing the incident and motives.
The report describes a speech to recruits in which the speaker claims duty to him overrides natural ties and commands implicit obedience even to shoot father or self. It compares the German Emperor to the Prince of Wales as an example of monarchs pressing monarchical theory to extremes.
A fragmentary report questions whether a soldier killed while riding on furlough is considered died in the line of duty, hinting at Pension Bureau overreach. Esmeralda also claims readiness to fight if Charleston provoked, highlighting broader provocations and disputes within the era.
The Moroccan Sultan acts to bar public sale of young girls in his dominion, seen as a civilizing step. Critics warn it may be a market move to ease overstock depressing interests, as European royals face personal troubles.
A San Francisco youth stole a book titled Behind Prison Bars and was marched to jail. The episode is framed as a lesson in experience over knowledge. A separate item discusses the Just Catmen Trust with a 3,500,000 capital and a Tar police capture in Allegheny regarding a tin-bucket theft record.
The passage critiques mob action and political decorum, questioning editors, state officials, and practical politicians. It mentions weather, coal bills, and a Louisiana context, ending with doubts about whether a figure named Usote has achieved success in repaying the state's coal debt.
A collage of society glimpses features Lady PauscerotE, wife of the British Minister in Washington, a pedestrian routine. ex Nebraska Governor J. E. Borp pictured as clerical. Archduchess Marie Valerie in literary competition with Carmen Sylva in a drama titled Ein Gold stuck.
In Cheaco on June 9 a report centers on Charlies H. Dunham a wealthy railroad supplies dealer who died of alcoholism at the Washington Home. A young woman Dora F. Dunham claims to be his wife and seeks administration of his estate while a lawsuit looms over a bill of sale from Dunham’s partner. The woman asserts a common law marriage dating to May 15 1860 and states Dunham acknowledged her as wife in Baltimore and fashionable social circles.
A consent battle in Curcaco on June 9 involves Armour & Co. Swift & Co. and Nelson Morris & Co. suing Union Stock Yards and its transit arm to compel access to side tracks for delivering live stock to private yards. They argue the yards function as a common carrier and must allow use upon payment of a reasonable charge. Defendants say they will refuse access to rivals.
In Berks county the fruit district foresees a bumper season with apples pears and cherries promising strong yields. Heavy fruit weights have prompted supports to prevent limb breakage while pears and plums are expected large though not as abundant as apples and cherries. Overall the outlook favors abundant fruit and grain for growers this year.
Dr. C C O Donnells pet bear escaped from the cage yesterday morning and charged through San Francisco toward Chinatown. A policeman tried to stop the bear but was outmatched briefly. The bear was recaptured when its chain snagged a lamp post and the animal was led home, attracting curious onlookers along the way.
This morning the annual convention opened with prominent members such as Supreme Commander D. P. M. of Kee and Boynton of Port Huron in attendance. Day focused on electing new officers and an evening entertainment followed.
The annual State Convention of the Ancient Order of Hibernians meets in McKeesport. Officials indicated plans include important purchases and organizational actions to be decided at the session.
Gossip from Texarkana to Chicago recounts a historic poker session among four ranchmen with cattle stakes claimed in a 40 000 head haul worth about 250000. Other items mention a physician drink prescription joke at the Americas Club and a barroom misread order tale ending in a drug clerk waiter punchline.
A Mansfield story says Senator John Sherman, famed financier, once paid fifty dollars after a neighbor used his cows to damage a patch. Carnegie Library reading room walls display Rome views, with ancient and modern photographs. A note honors Pin of Phipps Jr for library debts, kept secret or at least unstated.
The Carnegie Library gains from Mr Stevenson's collection of catalogues, English and foreign, including Brunet's Manuel de Librarie and Lorent Catalogue de Librarie Francaise. The set enhances access to world literature, with the English catalogue cited as a leading authority and French listings noted for completeness.
Incomplete clipping reports a woman named Joah Dean involved with a married man amid a social scandal. The text is garbled and offers limited readable detail about punishment or public reaction.
Superintendent Backus of Genoa Industrial Training School for Indians reported an Oxnard Beet Sugar Company plan to employ Indian boys for weeding beet fields with wages equal to white workers. A June 1 meeting of laborers opposed any alien employment, but the Indian Bureau supported using Indians to gain self sufficiency.
In Berronn on June 9 the Republican County Convention chose Hon. J. H. Longenecker as the county's candidate for President Judge amid a tense session. Andrew J. Biddle was named for District Attorney. Cessna and W. S. Mullin were reelected to the county ticket. L. Ashcom remains chairman.
The twenty-fifth annual convention of the Master Car Builders' Association opens at the Stockton Hotel with President John Kirby presiding. Routine business is taken up, rules revision planned for tomorrow, and crowds pack the hotel and trains bring in attendees.
Dr Emmens inventor of the nickel plated gun and Emmensite powder is negotiating to purchase a site at Manor station for immense gun works. He says the project will give employment to workers once established.
General John McNeil, aged 77, collapsed and died of heart disease Monday evening in a southern St Louis branch post office. He organized a company on a 1901 call for troops and rose to commander ranks, later becoming a cavalry regimental colonel and earning the title General. He played a notable role in Civil War era assignments and military commissions.
Sister Mary Clara Lanaux formerly Miss Trigant de Braumont died Friday at St. Joseph's Academy Igaay Md of pneumonia. Born in New means of French re She spent years in missions and teaching before later years near Emmittsburg.
Agel Carpenter died Sunday in Lockport aged nearly fourteen. Born July 22 1787 in Vermont, he spent most of his life in New York. The brief obituary notes a life of singleness and mild innocence, with a cameo about his last years and his return home from Lee to his relatives.
Dr Griffith J Thomas resident physician at Mercy Hospital died yesterday morning from blood poisoning contracted during a surgical operation after an injury above the wrist He was 32 and a graduate of Yale College and Jefferson Medical College His funeral services will be held at 66 Fifth Avenue Mrs J G Saville wife of the noted actor died in New York Sunday of consumption Other notices include the death of Isaac G Wilsey long time Chief Justice of the Appellate Court for the Northern District and veteran ship captain Breeman L Law died in Washington He served during the war and was chief of the bureau of something in Jeppe Other obituaries mention Rev P Hawkes and several business and military figures from New England and the Midwest.
The 400 strong Mayflower excursion steamer cruised the Ohio River last evening toward Davis Island Dam with a high society crowd on board. Guests enjoyed tea dancing and romancing songs, with notable judges and ushers arranging seating as social bustle filled the vessel.
Miss Elizabeth Thompson wed Harry Le Grande Cannon in a noon ceremony at St. Thomas Church New York. Rev. John Wesley Brown served with assistants Bishop Henry C. Potter and Rev. E D Tibbin. The bridal gown was moire duchess and bridesmaids wore rose pink muslin de sole. The couple greeted guests at Hayward Cottinge Fifth Avenue and planned a two week honeymoon at a country place in Bur.
The Illinois House passed the World's Fair appropriation cut from 1,000,000 to 760,000. The Senate refused to concur, sending the bill to conference committee as both chambers hold firm on the amended amount and process.
The Garrison at Fort Sheridan will be increased to 1000 men after completion of work. The force will include infantry cavalry and artillery and will be the largest in the country. The expansion takes effect next year and draws troops from the Department of the Platte.
The English coachman Howlett, hired under contract by Mr. Buatiaington in Washington D C, is barred from landing. The Treasury Department ordered his return to England at the steamship company’s expense. Authorities struggle as to enforcement given limited return provisions after landing.
June 9 report from Commissioner Raum shows plans to raise daily pension certificates issued from 1,300 to 1,900 and to reduce investigations in the field. The number of cases awaiting special examiner review dropped from 14,225 to 9,200 during Raum’s tenure, with 40 special examiners newly appointed or vacancies filled, boosting the office force. Last week certificates issued totaled payments of $604,550.
A crowd of non-union workers paraded London Road Cara with improvised street cars, singing and cheering while strikers groaned. Police kept order as road car directors said wage increases and dividends cannot be funded now. A unanimous pledge backed a plan to work the next morning and start 16 cars. Burns spoke to strikers claiming £5 collected in three minutes at a County Council meeting.
June 2 Wasurzoron United States Treasury issues assets and liabilities showing a cash balance of 45.999 million dollars with deductions for national bank deposits and fractional silver coins leaving 8.9 million. Secretary Foster calls the format misleading and orders a reform to show the balance and its components without reflecting on any part’s character.
Cumaco June 8 Secret Service officers notify jewelers citywide they will be prosecuted for counterfeiting if they cement gold plating on silver or nickel coins or pass them as genuine, as such coins resemble real money.
The Grand Clave Colored Knights of Pythias in Wastorox Pennsylvania closed its annual session in good shape and held a grand reception at Park Park with a dance feature. A large crowd attended and enjoyed the event along with visitors.
Betrams June report by 8PROTAL TELEGRAM TO THE DISPATCH states Charles Burns, a carpenter, drove a splinter into his right hand. the wound became severely painful, blood poisoning developed, the hand swelled four times normal size, and amputation is needed to save his life.
Ex minister E J Phelps of Burlington Vermont says Secretary of War Proctor will likely succeed Edmunds in the Senate. He notes the Governor will fill the vacancy before the Senate convenes and that if Proctor wants the seat he can obtain it.
A special telegram reports the Volunteer Fire Department in Youngstown disbands after many years of service. The fund totaling unknown was divided among members, ending a long local firefighting tradition.
The Philadelphia North American and a New York paper printed the headline A Timercat Sermon with a lengthy article on a baccalaureate sermon. The misprint shows two extremes combined, prompting calls for correction.
In a tight squeeze, Bilton faces a compelled purchase issue prompting debate over necessity and rights. Officials weigh enforcement and the impact on residents amid rising costs and unclear eligibility. Local authorities seek clarity while residents push for fair handling.
W H H Lawrence president of the National Carbon Company states there is no truth to reports that a carbon trust has been formed. The denial comes amid ongoing industry speculation.
A telegram style notice lists George H. Touey of Oil City stopping at the Schlosser and Sam Small the evangelist alighting at Altoona. Rev J Lannitz sails for Europe today. Laura and Virginia Funter of Altoona visit the Anderson. W W O’Neil leaves for Cincinnati to attend the coal fleet arrival. W B Bishop of the Hurford House is named clerk at Moworms. Charles Heid, NY detective, at Monongaela House. Several others travel East, including Adjutant General McClelland and Jamestown’s J McGunnings.
A jumble of notes reports Shakespeare in Savannah with color actors and a probable Othello arrival. Other items mention a teen thief Katie Faulkner in Iowa, natural curiosities near Chambersburg Pa, raisin trade figures, a large Elm Springs funeral, a two stroke surgical claim, price spikes for eyes in spring, tipping decline, and Greek archaeology finds.
A wedding scene ends in tears as a bride laments cooking duties while the couple humorously navigates language and gifts. The page includes snippets from Washington poets to autograph swaps, political jests, and a New York Press tease about trade.
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