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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1892
Page
1
Courthouse notes from Curacao report Iowa Governor Boies leading a push for the Democratic presidential nomination as Cleveland loyalty lingers. Delegates in Chicago expect 15,000 Hawkeye supporters to urge Boies while other states back Cleveland or Hill.
National Committee officials report only four contested nominations so far with fights centering on Louisiana and a Pennsylvania district. In New York the status is uncertain as delegates from the February and May groups clash over seating and credentials. Union leaders and notable figures from Tamany Hall and the anti coup faction are en route to influence Friday’s proceedings.
Chauncey Depew cites a Washington dispatch saying Tammany Hall will support Cleveland if nominated. The article notes Tammany may back a rival national movement if Cleveland secures the nomination and Cochran plans to back Cleveland to aid Tammany.
CotumbBros Ohio June 15 Special Be fore leaving the city tonight Senator Brice said in conversations with friends that Cleveland would be nominated on the first ballot. He did not reveal his personal preferences but foresaw a scenario involving the ex-President's likely fate.
Ex Secretary of the Navy William Whitney rejects any pursuit of the Cleveland era nomination. He says no lieutenant of Cleveland can secure the job and would be accused of scheming, insisting he will not be a candidate. The letter, marked private, was published by a New York paper and Whitney denounces rushing into print.
Senator Hill announced he does not expect to attend the Chicago convention. He stated there would be no change in plans unless something unforeseen occurs, and he remains opposed to the trip.
At Homestead, June 15, a railroad watchman provoked a scuffle by warning workers not to use the Pittsburgh, Virginia and Charleston line crossing the steel works. John Gibson led about 150 men to clear the track after an assault on the watchman and yardmaster J F Dovey. The incident follows years of track use by workers and fuels fear of further unrest amid labor tension and calls for fair handling of the dispute.
The Evening News reports Mrs. Deacon, linked to the Cannes shooting where her lover M. Abeille was killed, has reached San Jose and is staying with her brother Charles Baldwin near Blackberry farm. Baldwin owns a large estate and notable valley country home. few observers describe her as very handsome.
Bartrimmone June 15 The Evening News reports a White House letter praising General Felix Agnus for four years of service. The letter suggests Tracy as Secretary of State Elkins to head the Navy Department and Frecess Agnus to become Secretary of War.
The executive committee of the silver clubs calls a convention to nominate three presidential electors pledged to vote for free coinage. The move follows a June report from Wirmemvtca, Nrv. and seeks to unite supporters of free coinage for the upcoming election.
Rev Father Mollinger a renowned physician and priest from Mount Troy near St Anthony's Shrine died at 1:50 PM. His fame as a healer drew patients from far and near, leaving a museum of crutches and chairs as proof of his miraculous work. He established the Church of the Holy Name and amassed relics and wealth, with thousands of sufferers honoring his memory.
A steady stream of visitors to the parsonage last night included Father Wall and Father McTighe among others. An expert failed to open the safe and left to fetch tools, while Father Moyer spoke of a missing will and uncertain final arrangements. The church committee and Father Wall urged progress as authorities and clergy awaited developments.
Fragmentary report references a house case sent to Public Safety and a theft with valuables including a chalice set and other articles valued around 5 000 dollars. Names or further context are unclear due to garbled text.
In Steubenville, Father Mollin tells a roomful of listeners he lost a sum around ten thousand dollars in cash and coins. He heaps the money on a table before them, a diamond-studded chalice among the items, then steps out to fetch wine. Superintendent O Mara reports on the scene.
The noted priest and physician Father Molfisger died after spinal bowel strangulation. An operation by Dr. C B King and colleagues failed to save him as crowds filled the parsonage. The body will lie in state at the church until Saturday with services at 9 30 am and interment in Reserve township. Members of church and fraternal groups will keep vigil today and tomorrow.
A vast Mount Troy congregation attended Father Mollinger’s final blessing on St Anthony’s Day. He appeared around 11 in the morning after missing early masses, gave a benediction, then retired due to illness. Crowds pressed to receive holy water as mothers lifted babies to be touched by the sacred moisture before his death.
A visitor from Livingston Montana, D J McInerney a boiler maker, traveled over 2000 miles to consult Father Mollinger seeking relief from nervous restraint. He reports a dramatic recovery and says he now feels well, expressing sympathy for others unable to arrive earlier.
The court or ecclesiastical body considers how to dispose of the sacred relics held solely by Father Mollinger at St Anthony's Chapel, detailing ownership and religious significance in the pending decision.
This afternoon the Relief Committees of Oil City and Titusville met and agreed that at least 200000 dollars is required for relief work. Subscriptions of 125000 dollars were pledged and a telegram was sent to Philadelphia requesting 75000 dollars in aid to finish the project.
In Philadelphia Quarter Sessions Judge Reed presided over Edward Worsley of the Fair Hill Independent Political Club who was found not guilty of selling liquor without a license on Sunday. The trial explored whether a club steward may furnish liquor to members under the high license law. The judge suggested the club’s legitimate aims could exempt it from restrictions, contrasting with Ellsworth Club rulings and a prior Supreme Court appeal.
The Independent Burned Factory in Elizabeth about noon today destroying buildings stock and machinery. Loss estimated at 300000 dollars. Owned by New York capitalists and managed by Captain J C Hale. Fire still raging at 3 PM with Burns Brothers saw mill and Hufman’s mill also on fire due to lack of water works and engines. No insurance on the factory.
A fierce wind and hail storm swept the Deep Creek valley eight miles west of Ashland, tearing down fences and uprooting orchards. The eight mile wide stretch suffered extensive crop damage and building destruction, with losses expected to run into thousands of dollars.
A brief column reports ongoing concerns about Grover’s condition worsening by the hour with notes on related events and public reactions. The piece includes a sketch of Father Mollinger and references to local happenings surrounding the issue.
At Crscixwatt a wagon and street railway bridge on the Licking River between Newport and Covington collapsed during construction. Baird Brothers of Pittsburg built the iron work including the traveler crane. Witnesses report 25 or more dead as rescuers race to recover bodies while officials from Newport, Cincinnati, and Covington coordinate efforts.
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