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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1891
Page
4
A 1891 Pittsburg column argues Blaine would be nominated for president by acclamation if alive and willing. It praises his insight into public affairs and business and foreign relations, noting support from both parties and dismissing health as an obstacle.
The North American Commercial Company asserts a £400,000 damages claim from a year of sealing closure. The piece argues the U S government protects a valuable privilege, potentially undermining public interest and suggesting a permanent treaty aim.
A Canadian engineer, Mr. F. A. Halsey, proposes a profit sharing wage where workers receive a premium for each hour saved in completing a task. The plan aims to reward efficiency while ensuring daily pay reflects actual hours worked, though critics note it may resemble piecework and delay profit returns.
Two New York papers clash over Treasury finances with Jesse Seligman praising Republican policy while The World accuses misstatements and alleges embezzlement of bank funds. The dispatch argues against partisan bias and calls for factual discussion of available funds, deficits, and bank note balances.
The New York Tribune argues Americans prefer not to enlarge national domain through peaceful acquisitions in the South, Cuba, Haiti, or Guatemala. It warns such growth would weaken republican institutions by disfranchising newcomers or diluting democracy, and even Canada poses a price in preserving language and church-state union.
Archibald Forbes argues that heightened destructive power may extend campaigns by strengthening defensive warfare. He notes equal boosts to offense and defense and cites historical phases where costly, specialized arms slowed combat. He suggests future leaders will require Vauban and Maurice level tactics to prevail.
A reviewing editorial questions the Bardsley confession about the bank plunder. It argues the expected earth shattering disclosure fails to expose core sharers, with Marsh and Lucas cited as possible principal actors while Drew bears blame as a scapegoat.
In Topeka commentary a book in a Sunday school library is said to praise the Prince of Wales as an inspiration. The New York Tribune condemns the remark as a poor fling, while a Pittsburg police justice notes the heir cannot obtain a saloon license in his court. A Com mon Pleas Court judge is mockingly called a police justice.
A mixed column reports renewed Samoa tensions with potential US naval action, German Zollverein implications for American goods, and satire on imperial rhetoric. It notes a Grand Opera House address linking James G. Blaine, praise for a young orator, and remarks on political maneuvering among Senators and Clover Club members.
The Washington Post suggests a jury composed of men with extravagant wives and daughters might have spared Uncle Sam. It adds these jurors would bear the financial burden if Uncle Sam failed to cover the costs.
A curious line in yesterday’s note suggests the rainy season may be taking a vacation from summer. The remark frames a playful forecast about shifting weather patterns and unexpected calm.
The text questions whether Hippolyte boarded the Douglass and suggests U S navy involvement to resist any violent breach of diplomatic representatives. It argues such acts cannot be permitted.
Harrisburg dispatch reports Governor Pattison vetoed both the legislative and Congressional apportionment bills. He argues the districts violate the constitution by favoring political interests, cites unequal county divisions and deliberate biases against smaller areas, and calls for fair, equal-population districts based on the 1890 census. The veto aims to promote uniform representation and prevent partisan manipulation.
An editorial argues the executive should be chosen by the people, insisting Congress must be reined in and that voters feel their representatives have failed in their duty. It urges a thorough awakening of civic sense to ensure accountability.
Carl Lumholtz, famed Swedish explorer, recounts forced flesh-eating experiences and discusses disease transmission via low denomination bank bills. He argues for scrapping notes under 25 and favoring silver and gold currency to curb contagion amid poverty and crowded living conditions.
June report from Stevnenvieis notes experiments at the Alikanna mill owned by National Tube Works McKeesport showing pipe formed directly from bar iron and steel. A lead bar was turned into a pipe as a test with promising results, potentially replacing traditional sheet welding methods.
Cannonsiua June 3 special telegram reports Jefferson Academy held closing exercises with Rev Dr Des Islets presiding. Gold prizes for scholarship went to W. W. Baird J. F. Cheesman and Kate McDowell. Noted attendees included former Governor Beaver and several church and college leaders. A large reception followed.
Secretary of Agriculture Rusk forms a 380 member corps to examine hog products for export. Drs. Joan Michels of New York and F. H. Bernard of Pittsburgh lead the project to inspect each hog cut under magnification for disease. Diseased meat will be condemned.
The schooner Sea Waif arrived from Apia Samoa with wreckage from the United States ships Trenton and War finally sinking in a hurricane. It carries the bodies of 20 sailors who were drowned. they will be buried at Mare Island Navy Yard.
The Pitrasene Disraton and The Post criticize party organs for bad odor while citizens value journals that print news and comment boldly. Editors resist, yet the public supports fearless reporting from outlets like The Disraton and Pow.
Prof George W Mowbray longtime chemist inventor and viator of the Hoosac Tunnel and smokeless powder died at his Union Street North Adams Massachusetts home in his 77th year. Born in Lewes England he studied chemistry in France and England spent years in California gold districts and oil regions. He recently worked as consulting chemist for the Maxim Company of London and patented a smoke float device.
Albert Hamm died at his home in Sambria North Carolina from hemorrhage of the lungs after years of service as a noted swimmer and rower. He was 41 and had been a prominent figure in American aquatics for seven years. His best race came at the Halton regatta when he finished second to John Teemer, losing by three yards. His last local appearance was when Jake Gaudaur faced Teemer at McKeesport, with Hamm involved in a later foul dispute that led to a brief altercation.
London dispatch reports the death of John Henry Reginald Scott 11th Earl of Clonmell Viscount Clonmel and Baron Earlsfort. He succeeded his father in 1834 as Ireland’s peer and served as Lieut. colonel before his passing in Ireland, with the Scott family tracing to the late 18th century.
Obituary notes report the deaths of Eisnor Howell Paice of Camden New Jersey linked to Nazareth M E Church, Buonsart von Schellendorp once German War Minister, Jonathan Oliphant longtime New Jersey bank cashier, Elizabeth Fancher of Carrollton Arkansas aged 92, with mention of family and public service.
Column of vignettes recounts a reporter saved from a costly wager by a threaded coat trick at the Amoskeag engine test. Deacon Elliot exposes the yarn, bets on engine performance, and reveals a lighthearted wager as drinks are promised. Also recounted are transit fantasies, a canal anecdote with Dan Voorhees, a Covington mob tale, and a quip about gossip among women versus men.
A fragmentary remark recounts a Scotch Presbyterian tale claiming the devil’s name reveals evil when letters are rearranged. The text hints at wordplay: removing parts of the word reveals truth, and a backwards spelling yields “lived”.
The Cleveland College for Women of Western Reserve University held its inaugural commencement with a baccalaureate sermon by President Thwing at Euclid Avenue Presbyterian Church. Miss Mary L. French received the college's first degree. Prof. George Herbert Palmer delivered the address.
Carn May New Jersey June 2 Since President Harrison and Mrs Dimmick left on the early train the family spent the day quietly Mrs Harrison with guests Mrs General Williams and Miss Elle Warfield visited Cape May in a new carriage and purchased toys and stationery during the afternoon.
A collage of notes on notable figures and events. Sor Larre Russell visits Joseph Jefferson at Buzzard's Hay. Mrs. Mary Grant Cramer lectures ex-soldiers in Central New York. Geppard Clarke, juryman, is a Royal Statistical Society fellow. General Lew Wallace f ishing on the Kankakee. General Haxcock's daughter to wed Mr. Dow of Boston. The Australian audience sang the Marseillaise after La Dame aux Camellias in Melbourne. President Diaz of Mexico has Indian ancestry. Congress largely Aztecs. Kixac Minan won £35,000 at baccarat. The Chinese emperor orders beheadings for riot participants. Mr Law of Heidelberg lectures at Virginia on The German Workingman.
A Wilkinsburg St Stephen’s Episcopal Church lawn fete drew guests from Allegheny and Pittsburgh. Vendors offered candy lemonade flowers and ice cream amid lanterns and music. Proceeds aid the parish house as Miss Many McTighe wed Edward McCalfrey and local weddings and plans for Pompeii entertainment near Allegheny are noted.
The Social Charter notes the Homewood School will hold a reception next Wednesday afternoon. The board of managers includes Directors J A Tyson W Keenen Creery George Bradley W Brito Browneller and Teachers Miss Jennie Trfinger Miss Blanche Mulholland Miss Jennie Davis Miss Annie Bostwick Miss Jennie Park Miss Ethel Evans Miss Kate Black Miss Bert Lowry Arena Snowdon EK D Hickman principal The Sisters of Mercy decline attendance at the forty seventh annual reunion at St Xavier Countyend conan. Dinner invitations and school events are announced with many city residents invited.
A parade of visitors arrives in New York and nearby towns including James McDevitt James A Chambers Captain J J Vandergrift and Joshua Rhodes. Chambers denies attempts to form an Eastern window glass men alliance. Colonel Meyers travels to try a case for Judge Reed. Brazilian students Alcides Pedro and Edelberto de Mares plan vacation at Western resorts after study at Chester Military Academy. Various officials and business figures, including D J Waller Jr Henry Shields H M Priest and others, are noted at local hotels. Ex-Governor Besver heads to Washington for commencements while Controller Morrow returns from Atlantic City and others depart for Chicago Buffalo and Cincinnati.
A montage of curiosities includes Sardou’s tiny handwriting, Japanese workers with name inscriptions, a German prize for proving inhabited celestial bodies, and diverse oddities. Reports cover a farmer’s fox kits, a wooden-screw world, a London steamer’s meat cargo, and a blue-heron debate, with further notes on language scope, strange birds, a winged frog, and travel milestones.
A collage of quips and cartoon captions from various papers mocks real estate chatter and social scenes. Jokes cover drunkenness charges, credit vs cash sales, city politics, and playful critiques of public figures with quick zingers and verbal wit.
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