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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1889
Page
11
In Jackville a circus crowd mocks an old man until a torrential storm floods the town. The tent collapses burying hundreds. Charles saves survivors using a magical sponge and horn, earning him the title King of Jackville.
A Industrial feature notes Paris use of compressed air clocks in public rooms and hotels. The system uses a central cylinder and pipes in sewers to drive 7800 clocks by minute, with air power also feeding sewing shops, ice works, turners, printers, wood mills and other industries, boosting motive power to 78 additional horsepower and 964 horsepower for electric lighting between October 31 and December 20 of the prior year.
Fragmentary dialogue mentions a Rhine estate called by a baron in mock German with phrases like Herr von Grif and schtuinderblitzen. The text appears as stylized jest, not a clear factual report.
Correspondent compares Brooklyn to Pittsburg noting Prospect Park’s 500 acres, 61 acre lake, and city pleasures. The piece contrasts Brooklyn’s shaded streets, gardens, and recreational facilities with Pittsburg’s lack of a similar urban park and Sabbath scene, ending with a critique of local hypocrisy.
Philadelphia Record reports that some workers and three Lombard Street men swallow carpet tacks with little immediate harm. Dr T B Morton notes strong stomachs and iron dissolution, while warning of danger and possible serious outcomes. he recalls a horse swallowed mass where tack was the core, implying potential internal complications.
An 1870s Philadelphia Times column outlines four essentials for cowmen: riding skill with controlled lariats, broad knowledge of country, keen eye for cattle and brands, plus adaptability and cheerful humor. It notes horses test a rider and marks identify ownership, especially in spring disputes, with life on the range praised for freedoms outweighing hardships.
A Chicago bootmaker notes that a stylish bride’s shoe outfit averages around $100, but adds that Chicago feet and higher leather costs push up prices. The remark highlights fashion costs in bridal wardrobes.
In a brief dialogue from the era, Shippen Clerke-Good chides Rich for eating too fast as Richmond Stratecott defends the rush citing a 25 minute limit to finish a smoke break in 2-Puck.
The piece reflects on superstition and courage amid disasters in the Conemaugh Valley and Seattle, praising hidden heroism. A man rode through Conemaugh shouting warnings as a colossal flood surged, and he, his horse, and the bridge perished in the chaotic wave.
The Rev Dr J G Roberta of Brooklyn told the American Clerical Union that rights without duties cripple society. He argued duties bind the community as rights empower the individual and urged more emphasis on giving than on receiving. He urged Christians to ask what they can contribute to the world.
A satirical note about squeaky boots stealing attention at a conference. The writer mocks a brother’s footwear causing disruption, calls to leave the squeaky pair at home, and favors worn boots to restore decorum and solemnity.
Cortlson Bright reviews John Bright in Harper's Magazine, contrasting the great commoner with other English leaders. The essay lauds Bright's moral character, public spirit, and personal nobility, arguing his life shows loftiest influence and genuine reform over mere political calculation.
A speaker argues against erecting grand evangelistic stages on the Atlantic coast. He says missionaries should go to the heathen rather than invite them across oceans to be converted. As distance shrinks, the focus remains on direct outreach rather than spectacular campaigns.
The passage notes a shift toward expedient strategies in evangelism. It argues against relying on flashy advertising and church spires as substitutes for true gospel policy, urging a return to core Christian teaching rather than proximity to Timbuktu or local areas.
The text debates how to engage young men in religious work noting women participate readily. It suggests social integration inside the church and placing young men in suitable posts to encourage commitment, emphasizing belonging and tangible responsibility.
A mosaic of religious notes and quips. It cites the African Methodist Church’s figures, gospel hymn production, and missionary reach, plus short sermon excerpts and witticisms about friendship, society, and achievement. Figures include 490000 members, 72000 places, 10000 ministers, and 43000000 hymn copies.
A Philadelphia Times report lists a wide range of users for alcohol, from carbolic soap makers and varnish producers to hat firms, rail shops, hospitals, and textile mills. It notes alcohol as a prime solvent for essential oils and used in nearly every clothing and accessory item.
In a terse exchange the sick man complains of noisy cats and asks for drastic action. His wife explains the cats are on the adjoining flat roof and the man vows to throw medicines up to reach them.
A New York Weekly dialogue showcases a cook and a diner where the cook expresses pride in being appreciated, while the diner concedes gratitude often goes to the waiter rather than the chef. The exchange highlights humor about professional recognition in a dining setting.
A fragment from Texas Siftings shows Jack Borrowit expressing intent to move next week while Mrs. Pancake presses for payment. The exchange reveals financial strain as Borrowit defers, citing the presence of a larger family upstairs and noisy neighbors, hinting at housing pressure.
A fragment from a puzzle column mixes riddle prose and lettered clues. It references cryptic definitions and names, including Greek myth, Byron, and a dog tale, ending with partial lines about a meliorator and a dog.
The article extols a group called trail trailers who pursue escaped convicts with a houndlike instinct. They scan every leaf rock and bush, plot fast yet careful routes, and often recover fugitives using footprint analysis and terrain reading, even after rain or sandstorms obliterate traces.
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