19 Jun 1889
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1889
Page
1
Figures show large majorities for and against the measure in Philadelphia Allegheny and Berks counties with significant totals statewide. The column highlights sweeping results across major counties and notes broad support and opposition patterns.
The Prohibition Chairman doubts the city tally of a 93 000 majority and hints at Republican reaction in November. Rural counties show strong anti pro prohibition results while Philadelphia’s turnout is light and anti prohibition sentiment dominates. Officials report irregularities and possible ticket shortages at several wards as inspectors monitor conduct.
Philadelphia report states Chairman Palmer admitted Prohibitionists lost the city by about 91 000 votes, with county totals around 22 000 and statewide loss estimated near 50 000. Pal mer bore defeat calmly as headquarters emptied after the late returns.
Ladies of the W. C. T. U. handed out tickets and spoke to voters at many polling places. They opened with a prayer meeting at St. George's Hall and Mary A. Woodbridge, Recording Secretary of the National W. C. T. U., traveled between polling sites by carriage.
Crowds gathered near newspaper offices and civic clubs as they cheered returns that favored them. Mrs. French, president of the Philadelphia Union, led daytime prayer meetings intended to encourage workers with subdued excitement.
June 18 Philadelphia reports show a 93 000 mayoral tally against prohibition and doubts over the statewide vote. Palmer vows to resume the fight tomorrow with efforts to seek statutory prohibition and win legislative districts. Geiger promises action against tampering and Simpson pledges persistence into November.
Johnstown residents show little interest as abstention predominates in polling on the Prohibition amendment. Voters face a weak turnout with reports of disorder minimal and one erroneous ballot cast by a laborer. The result suggests individual preference rather than party lines, with expectations of future license law reform.
Pittsburg women campaigned hard for the amendment but many volunteers failed to reach polls. Prohibition supporters urged turnout from county leaders while city wards reported very low early voting. Final counts show 445 for and 443 against, with Cambria City and Conemaugh Borough favoring prohibition as liquor influence waned.
A Philadelphia correspondent relays press comment that Pennsylvania’s high license system signals a testing phase rather than a repeal of prohibitions. The Times argues the vote reflects tempered temperance progress, with conservative voters supporting strict regulation over repeal and leaving the issue open for future legislative action.
The Inquirer reports the proposed constitutional prohibition amendment failed by a landslide estimate of about 100,000 votes. The light turnout prevented precise proportion calculations and casual observers anticipated the result after weeks of polling.
The Ledger criticizes the amendment as flawed and incomplete and argues its adoption would have disrupted Brooks tavern licensing and laws against illegal liquor sales. It notes lack of interim protections and questions future enforcement and obedience amid fierce partisan opinions.
Special telegram from Clearfield reports 13 districts counted show a 426 district majority in favor of the amendment. If the same ratio holds, the overall majority would exceed earlier figures.
Special telegram from Enix June 1 reports preliminary returns, with two or three small precincts missing, outlining the state of prohibition continued on Birth Page.
Reports from Jonestown and Kernville describe rapid cleanup efforts with gangs clearing streets and restoring habitable homes. Eleven decomposed bodies were found in a rubbish pile at Kernville, fatalities buried promptly without morgue reports as Hastings reportedly travels to confer with Governor Beaver.
Three likely fatal cases arrive at the Red Cross Hospital in Johnstown on June 13. A man with a hive attack was found face down and in severe distress. a 22 year old with measles. and a third with a severe form of erysipelas. Doctors Mitchell and Norris, from the society, left for Philadelphia tonight. McSweeney.
Jongstons June 18 report states the Fourth Ward Schoolhouse Morgue is discontinued and all bodies will be prepared for burial at the First Ward Millville Schoolhouse. Undertaker Henderson of Johnstown leads a new system with assistants John Evans and Robert J. Fairman from Pittsburg on site.
Military guards report trouble with dogs disturbing graves at Prospect Hill burial ground near Camp Hastings. Over 100 dogs reportedly left the area last night, several killed, graves shallow and exposed as dogs uncover and devour the dead.
Johnstown June 18 General Hastings departed the camp mysteriously to meet Governor Beaver in Altoona or East to discuss paying the troops. Adjutant General Wiley remains in command as plans unfold for the Fourteenth Regiment and potential relief.
Johnstown council convened at Alma Hall for the first time since the May 31 disaster. A committee to settle store lot allocations was formed with draws likely to ensure fairness. General Hastings offered housing and troops could depart if citizens permit, but council preferred a longer guard. Re-election of three council members postponed for 30 days.
In Jonxstown on June 18 eleven bodies were recovered from debris above the railroad bridge where a blast blew them into the wreckage. The army and workers continue clearing the site as the blasting contractor estimates several weeks remain to finish the contract.
Officers, guards and deputies employed by Sheriff Moxham were paid this afternoon after two weeks on duty. The remaining tin-tag police, who have worked over two weeks, protested delayed pay but must wait.
Governor Beaver and his commission arrived in Artois tonight to distribute flood relief funds. A conference was held in Cresson with Adjutant General Hastings before continuing to Johnstown tomorrow morning.
Superintendent Pitcairn and Pennsylvania Railroad officials inspected local repairs during a June 18 visit. They planned to travel east and were expected to meet General Hastings and Governor Beaver later, indicating a coordinated state effort.
A well dressed young woman’s body was found in the Cambria City wreck late this evening. Rumors quickly linked the femaleto Miss Paulson of Pittsburgh though preservation revealed she was not the missing Miss Paulson.
New York dispatch reports 68 year old Harry Baker took his infant sister Edith, under one year, for a ride. The children were found with blood after a pistol discharged on the sidewalk. The boy claimed he found the gun and was playing with it when it fired. The mother and doctor were summoned.
Johnstown water works manager James Williams said the mains were undamaged and the company would be able to furnish a full water supply to residents within the next few days.
Andrew Carnegie entertained Mr. and Mrs. Gladstone and about 30 guests at a subdued banquet in London's Metropole Hotel. Attendees included Lincoln, New, General Lawton, Sir William Harcourt, John Morley, William Black, Sir Edwin Arnold, Orchardson, Mrs. Logan, Miss Pullman, and Herbert Gladstone. The gathering featured ornate dining decor, symbolic menu cards, and no speeches or toasts as Gladstone enjoyed light conversation and praise for America.
The training ship Constellation with Annapolis cadets on board ran aground at Cape Henry at 3 PM. Commander Harrison and Navigating Officer Lowe commanded about 300 aboard as the ship drifted 300 yards from shore. A life-saving crew worked despite closed stations and sent word for aid including a tug from Norfolk and help from rail lines.
A morning wind storm in Peru, Indiana caused extensive damage. Trees, fences, poles, and a large Standard Oil warehouse were destroyed while railroad shops walls were pushed by strong gusts. Freight cars along the Lake Erie and Western tracks were moved. Crops across Miami County suffered heavy losses.
George Mason and his son Emory pleaded guilty before the court in a Telegram dispatch from Washingtonburg on June 13, for the murder of Corporal John. Sentencing will be for a crime less than first degree murder. The body’s location in Ten Mile Creek and weak evidence left doubt about higher charges.
A Raleigh and Gaston railroad test demonstrates Baylus Cade invention for telegraphing to and from moving trains. A drag device on the car maintains current while sliding over track wires. Messages were received from Raleigh and Greensboro as the train reached 30 miles per hour.
One of the island's worst rainstorms struck Sunday causing streets to flood and houses to collapse in Havana. Vuelta Abajo suffered serious damage while Batibano reported effects though no loss of life was noted.
By a majority exceeding twenty thousand in the two cities, Pittsburg shows sixteen thousand four hundred seventy two votes, Allegheny about three thousand eight hundred nine, with totals near completion.
Jubilant liquor men celebrated early after full returns showed gains. The crowd gathered at headquarters with cheers and festive mood as results confirmed favorable outcomes for their group.
An Ohio to Delaware sweep ends in a crushing defeat for Prohibitionists as Constitutional Amendment majorities collapse across Western Pennsylvania and neighboring counties. Armstrong Bedford Huntingdon and Junist county show surprising shifts, with Beaver and Washington counties delivering larger margins than expected.
Report states a strong 4,000 plus majority in Erie County opposing the amendment, a result anticipated by amendment supporters. The line for liquor is noted in the tally as part of the broader political shift reflected in the county’s vote.
The President amended Civil Service Rule 10 to remove the one year limit for reinstatement to classified service for ex Union soldiers and sailors. The change follows a recommendation from the Civil Service Commission.
In Lowpor on June 18 the court dismissed Mr Parnell's appeal against the postponement of his libel suit. The Times admitted the libel and paid the money into court, preservingMr Parnell's character and ruling that the Times has been found to have erred in postponing the case.
The jury finds William E. Howard guilty of grand larceny in the first degree for the Electric Sugar Company swindle, involving a 500 amount, in New York on June 18.
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