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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1891
Page
4
The Pittsburgh edition notes a recent synod split with six ministers withdrawing. Observers see a broader pattern as clergy debate religious liberty and civic rights, with suspensions likely leading to new labors in other denominations.
The governor signs a new liquor license bill raising next year’s license to 1000 and boosting city revenue. Distator backs the high fee to curb illegal sales and fund city needs. Estimated gains to the city reach about 253,500 with a 6,500 loss to the county based on current license counts.
The article argues that underground railways offer a lasting, smoke free solution for rapid transit in New York, contrasting it with the less reliable elevated lines. It cites London wart as evidence and notes the long term durability and safety advantages of underground systems. It also mentions electric power advantages in tunnels.
Electric power for surface roads favors the underground ground project in New York with broad support from unbound interests. The intensified opposition from elevated advocates signals a strong rival, while the sunken way method is hailed as the future for large cities and growing communities should heed the trend.
A column critiques aristocratic matches amid the Gordon-Cumming cards scandal. It argues the trial verdict confirms cheating, while marriage follows the exposure, illustrating a market view of heiresses and character in society.
The New York Press argues the Balmaceda government must be supported and warns the United States against siding in Chilean conflicts. It says keeping ports from aiding either side is proper, but labeling defending legislators as rebels risks guiding the world’s leading republic toward dictatorship and intervention.
The article aligns with McAdoo’s view that tariffs fail when they invite cheap foreign labor. It notes four hundred Syrians arriving in New York and criticizes the lax immigration laws. It argues for excluding all immigration not proven by consular investigation to produce desirable citizens.
The passage argues that colleges with fashionable rank attract moneyed students and tolerate disorder. It suggests that true good order exists where poor students attend or where faculty discipline the sons of rich and influential families, implying money shields misbehavior.
The article notes mixed enthusiasm among Liberals over a possible shift in power while predicting enough Liberals may accept offices if given the chance. It also mentions the Cumming Garner wedding in London and a U S court ruling upholding anti trust law against a regional coal gang.
The article relays Prof Garner's discovery that monkeys possess a language and can communicate, stirring fears of monkey labor unless they form a union. It also parodies Ex Senator INPALS and notes a fictitious newspaper name Trwh, while predicting the Governor may earn the nickname Veto Bon if he keeps vetoing.
The Baltimore American questions party profits in Barorum estate filings while a Mugwump defeat looms. The Pennsylvanian jokes about bank depositors as Washington Post notes. An English aristocrat’s marriage shocks observers and a luminous sky hand is debated in New York circles. Muncie May Night scandal hints at lax law respect, and Hien calls license to curb liquor traffic.
Auditor General McCamnast doubts two year revenue outlook while warning that continued large missing funds could cripple state finances. Texas analyst Fuaxiocan predicts the Republican nominee will win Texas. Flanigan appears to revive past notoriety with showy remarks.
The column voices satire on the Prince of Wales and royal finances, notes Pattison’s veto of a smoke ordinance, and laments high society worries amid crowded jails. It references Philadelphia’s campaign scene and a London Times critique of Ouida on Kipling.
Jonathan Scott aged 81 and Clementine Goodwin were united in marriage by Alderman Bowman in New Castiz on an afternoon in June with the event noted in The Dispatch.
Dinecron Johnston returns from New York with a ten day campaign to gather Western metro politan contributors for the loan exhibit at the upcoming Exposition. He foresees the September show as the finest yet with 200 to 300 plus works from private galleries and American artists.
Representative American painters plan to loan five to ten works each for a Pittsburgh exhibition. Notable names include William Sartain Thomas Moran H. Zogbaum Frederick Remington and J. C. Nicoll among others. Local owners eagerly support the Exposition Society inviting broad national participation.
Librarian Percy Digby shelves reveal a view of the Gordon-Cumming case as Lord Chief Justice Coleridge states the prince broke no law in playing baccarat at Tranby Croft. The piece argues statutes would have charged others more than six months’ jail, noting the lack of police action against the royal party.
Court D ApRaz the French Consul in New York earns 11000 annually. Queen Victoria at 72 remains supreme among European rulers. Whittier grows weary of work as aging lines slow his pen. Rev Gailor declines Episcopal Bishopric Georgia to lead Sewanee. Holmes admires matches but never met Sullivan. Roc advances tuberculosis line and plans a report. Dom Fepro returns to Versailles then heads to England in June. Baroness Burdette-Coutts 77 resumes nursing her young husband. Loomis near 70 to retire from Connecticut Supreme Court to be honored by Tolland bar next week.
The text warns that only the white cap warning is legal and wise, suggesting caution about exposure to water or weather conditions. It emphasizes a prudent approach to danger and implies advisories are issued for safety.
The remains of Sir John A. Macdonald were taken from the Senate Chamber to St. Albans Church for funeral services, then boarded a special train to Kingston. A large crowd gathered as the monarchist and state officials led the procession with five minute guns and tolling bells.
St Louis June 10 The executive committee of the People's party plans a Saturday meeting to choose a National Convention site. E L Saxton cites many push for faster action, with some favoring state tickets and others opposing. Rumor places Senator Leland Stanford of California as the leading candidate, though Kansas voices differ on strategy.
In Camden Orphans Court on Saturday an order will be sought to compel executor William F cape spy to payout 318 25 from the 912.00 legacy left by farmer Hutchins to promote Henry George literature. Lawyers fees and court charges have consumed the bulk of the estate leaving only a small balance.
Noted actor Edwards died suddenly at his New York home from dropsy of the heart after weeks of illness. Born in Ross Hertfordshire England, he pursued stage work abroad, including Australia and San Francisco tours, and later joined Wallack's stock company. The obituary sketches a life in theater across continents and eras.
Edward Whelahan, who died Tuesday, served as Grant’s personal guard and thoroughly shadowed the general. He rode behind Grant, stayed near him in tents, and kept his watch for days without removing his helmet. The account highlights Whelahan’s bravery and loyalty to the commander.
Edward Spelman the wealthy Peoria distiller died yesterday from injuries after a fall from a four foot ladder in Pekin a week earlier. He was a prominent local politician and a noted associate of Cronin. The text also references broader political contention and alleged gang links in the era, but details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
An obituary roundup lists Nicholas Kunzler of Southside Cars Street who died at his residence after an illness of 11 years, with others including Joux Nose a Whig organizer in New York, Edward Hawkr Edwards an actor from Wallack stock, and John Egan bishop of Waterford. It notes deaths of Andrew Stuart chief justice, Frances James widow of George Payne Rainsford James, and Dr Brenndcke a German physician, among others in New York Albany and elsewhere.
Daughters of the Revolution host a bustling meeting at Mrs. Nathaniel B. Hogg’s home with 100 descendants of officers, relics from George Washington and a busy committee on correspondence and state matters. Evening events include a graduation procession, elocution contest at University Hall, and a Trinity Church wedding procession drawing city interest.
This evening and tomorrow feature a strawberry and ice cream social hosted by the Ladies Aid Society of the New Comma Gaater Church. Mrs NaTHante B oc plans a short Philadelphia visit with a stay in Atlantic City. Miss Jonsson of Piekeet or lad visits Miss Minnie iother Tae. the Children’s Aid Society holds its second annual event at Park Bellevue on Thursday. Mrs W N Frew hosts a large enamel fete tonight at her Beechwood home. Mrs James Chalfant returns from Cleveland. The Irwin Hamilton nuptials are set for this evening and the Dawson Bryant wedding occurs today.
Delegates at La Crosse June 10 urged consolidation of the Wisconsin Farmers Alliance with the National Alliance and Industrial Union. Committees were appointed to study insurance and newspaper plans, with a recommendation that the Wisconsin Alliance consolidate into a national union and broaden to all states.
The Prince of Wales will set sail on a river Niger voyage with Diccarat and a draw game. He plans a Hindostan Indiaman voyage with a high caste and mongrel, a club and gan hia game, aiming to beat all in the jangis. June 1.
Rear Admiral David B. Harmony is authorized to hoist his flag on the Lancaster on June 2 and proceed to relieve Rear Admiral George E. Belknap at the Asiatic station. The Lancaster awaits a crew at Brooklyn, and a Mediterranean route could stretch the voyage beyond a year.
A South student recounts treating a wasting old negro using a strange, unorthodox method. He fed him bread pills and showed a dead lizard as proof, claiming it cured the ailment. the patient later improves, though the tale reads like a curious anecdote from a bygone era.
The Illinois House ordered all bills except appropriations stricken from the rolls due to time limits. It killed measures regulating stockyards and telegraphs, telephones, and express companies while reporting progress on ballot reform. The reform bill would limit ballots to six main candidates, extend polling hours to 6 PM, and grant two hours daily for clerical duties without wage loss.
Secret sessions of railway employes were held last night and continued past midnight. Grand officers from various districts gathered to discuss grave questions and potential moves that could lead to a general organization. Eugene V Debs of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Frank Swemer of the Mutual Aid Association were among those noted, with families attending an excursion beforehand.
A United States plan to send a commission of prominent men to Europe to promote foreign exhibitors for the Chicago World’s Fair is announced. Director General Davis cites figures and names connected with art and industry as likely members and advocates the effort to secure European display and investment.
A Baltimore style dispatch recalls W L Elkins from Philadelphia viewing engine swaps in Pittsburgh. President Gee King and many officials watched as locomotives changed while talks occurred. Delegates and travelers including L Cort and J Stackhouse visited the city for business and social calls, with multiple arrivals noted for the Seventh Avenue and Mononga House areas.
A Maine state official in a straw hat bought in 1869. ex representative Swett of York plants hundreds of hills of corn and potatoes. Reports include storms, famine prices in Chile, a carte blanche tornado in Georgia, a prison grave robbing incident, and a nurse of unlikely traits.
A digressive dialogue traces wills, jail, and family networks as characters discuss money left to Yale and other colleges. The scene shifts through accusations of bigamy, parasitical living, and relocation plans involving New York Chicago and a World’s Fair context.
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