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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1890
Page
4
A historic notice details United States postage rates for letters and periodicals. It lists monthly and yearly options, including Sunday editions, carter delivery, and weekly rates in cents. The brief outlines different service levels and pricing, reflecting early 20th century mail practices.
The Dispatch for the Summer offers forwarding of mail to any address at 9 cents per month or $2 for three months. Sunday edition included. daily edition is Me per month, $1 for three months. Change of address must include both old and new address with care.
The business office of the Diss Patch has been relocated to the corner of Smith Geld and Diamond Streets replacing the former location. The move affects customer services and mail handling at the previous site.
The Harrisburg gathering urged ballot reform and cites the Australian system as a solution. Prominent supporters like Judge Agnew and Henry C. Lea back a public funded ticket and secrecy to curb intimidation, reduce costs, and broaden candidate access.
Western Pennsylvania attracts new capital for plate glass expansion. A proposed Irwin Pennsylvania project with a one hundred billion dollar capital aims to consolidate workers, challenging independent competition and potential foreign rivals. The piece urges keeping competition to grow the industry.
The article notes a cooled Republican mood after the convention and rising Democratic interest in Pattison's nomination. Locally readers wonder what platform will emerge and whether Delamater’s GOP nomination will aid Pattison. Ex-Governor Wallace’s position remains uncertain as party dynamics unfold.
Commencement exercises yesterday at Pittsburg High School and Allegheny School produced a large, notably bright graduate class. The ceremony honored scholars with commendable achievement and marked a proud moment for the districts.
Gheoy graduates, though fewer, showed a fine showing as High Schools reflect the community’s intellectual cultivation. The two schools and Mr. Lackey are praised for rising education and the faculties are congratulated on growing success.
The piece argues Chicago must host a true world exposition not a local fair and condemns plans to shrink the site to 250 acres or split agricultural and mining exhibits. It cites M H De Young and urges a single, combined enclosure with one ticket for visitors to access all sections.
City parks and playgrounds are praised as lungs of the city as Allegheny youths, eighteen hundred strong, play amid lawns and swans. A jubilee draws attention from Queen Victoria, while residents are urged to visit North Park to see lively children and avoid risky games.
The piece argues that Salisbury era ministers have weakened Tory prestige and face a difficult next year general election. It contrasts Beaconsfield’s foreign craft with Salisbury’s dull domestic policy, noting his "Peace with Honor" slogan at Berlin and predicting the tree’s rot unless a reform emerges.
The piece argues against English demands that Germany stop fortifying Heligoland. It contends the island is of little value except as a military outpost for Germany and notes England did not fortify it, while Heligoland’s lack of harbor or strategic ocean routes limits its importance.
A doctor living in town cut his throat with a razor yesterday after a wave of grief. The article does not state why he attacked or robbed a victim near the falls.
A judge notes the livery stable walls are utterly unsafe forcing changes at the Tus Duquesne Theater. The plan calls for demolishing the Jackman building and constructing a new theater under Mr. Henderson. Local reaction expresses regret over the hardships.
A cryptic Royal era tone notes Germany sighing for an American boy and mentions the Tentons finding value in pork. It delivers a rebuff toward Bis marck with no clear event or date.
The speaker voices support for full and free debate while noting that some limits could be useful at times. He argues unlimited debate reflects the sentiments of many colleagues and underscores the value of open discussion.
A new electric railway to shorten the Pittsburg to Homestead route by four miles is planned at once. The piece notes rising funds for Fourth of July celebrations and public festivities, including bands and refreshments, while cautioning on regional pride and upcoming events.
The debate in the House on the Federal election bill promises great heat and renewed disputes. Southern Congressmen are prepared to fight the measure vigorously, reviving old animosities that could have been left alone.
A lively 60th birthday note mentions Users Jeary Rusk as energetic as a youth. It lists figures like the Emperor of China as a handsome young man and GeorgE PaUNcefortT in Yokohama. The piece also cites editor Mrs. Virginia C Cray in Huntavilla and other varied biographical snippets.
An appeal for aid to widows and orphans of Dunbar drew late response when a local gentleman visited The Dispatch and began a subscription list. Contributions mailed to newspapers will be forwarded to the Dunbar Relief Committee and acknowledged in these columns, marking a modest but hopeful start.
A column notes John L Sullivan's readiness for business while rivals seek rest. Pittsburgs grip sixth place with Alleghenies last. mentions Mr Horr decline, Mrs Ater betrothal, and Mrs Stanley speculation. A Toledo man uses a brass divining ball seeking placer mines along the Scioto Valley, charging in legal tender or silver.
Dr Bkilakowsky, famed physician of Russia, is said to have received the largest fee ever paid to a doctor in that country. A Odessa millionaire summoned him for a surgical operation and he earned 1 000 rubles or over $5 000 for a five hour visit and procedure.
Special telegram reports Harry Parke of Johnstown died suddenly this afternoon. He left a widow and child amid a wealthy Parke family troubled by flood losses and real estate disputes. Other notices honor John B. Crebe, with wartime service, and Archibald Lelas in New York society with brief references to local figures.
An array of editorials from Philadelphia Public Ledger Harrisburg Call and New York World weigh in on George W Delamater as Pennsylvania Republican governor nominee. Pieces contend Quay's power shaped the convention while some papers question the choice and trade skepticism for party unity.
A New York Times analysis argues Delamater’s nomination by Senator Quay shows moneyed interests and corporate power directing Pennsylvania politics. It predicts a Democratic win if Pattison is the candidate, noting Republican sentiment opposes the Quay backed ticket and anticipates a Republican revolt.
The Erie Dispatch and other papers favor Senator George Wallace Delamater of Meadville as the Republican nominee for Pennsylvania governor. Multiple editorials praise his character, loyalty, and electability, while noting party dynamics and criticism of machine methods.
The new G A R Widows Home in Hawkins Philadelphia suburb is dedicated on a lawn of two acres overlooking the Monongahela. Attendees include 500 at afternoon services and about 4000 at an evening concert with Mrs Minnie Hunt Rev I N Boyle and Major Denniston among speakers. A supper and ice cream followed as the project opens under happy auspices.
A private ceremony at the Marvin residence joined Miss Louise Cowdy and Henry Martyn Laer, a New York merchant. The event featured J. R. Murdoch decor, Toege’s Orchestra, and a reception for prominent families from the city and East End with bridal party, bridesmaids, and a maid of honor.
The Pittsboro Central High School Alumni Association holds its annual meeting in the chapel Friday evening June 17 at 8. Geruert's Orchestra will provide dancing. A partial revision of the constitution and measures to hold annual meetings like last winter's banquet will be discussed at the gathering.
Ladies of St Staphen's Episcopal Church Wilkinsburg hosted a garden party on the Snowden place last evening. Gernert's orchestra and the Mandolin Tremadors provided music. Ice cream and other lawn fete refreshments drew a large attendance and satisfactory proceeds.
Preparations are underway by the Ron day school class of the United Brethren Church Wilkinsburg for a July 4 picnic at Snowden Homestead. The ladies in charge aim to make it a top event of the season. Miss May Forres Ten wed Mr T S Cook in United Presbyterian Church last evening.
The United Association of Lumbermen was organized in Chicago with RE. D. Gribble of Gainesville Texas as President, T. Bennett of Indianapolis First Vice President, A. W. Booth Havenne New Jersey as Second Vice President, W. C. Sunderland Omaha Nebraska as Treasurer, and W. G. Hollis Minneapolis Minnesota as Secretary. The body will meet annually on the third Wednesday in February with the next meeting set for Chicago.
Inde reports P. T. Barnum sought to buy Shakespeare’s birthplace to pull it down and tour the country. He offered £2709 but the English Government countered with £9300 more, ending the negotiations.
A New York World note discusses a young man famed for heavy drinking who often sees double and should remain single as a result.
The Pennsylvania Ballot Reform Association outlines a bill to standardize ballots, regulate nominations, safeguard secrecy, and curb bribery. It proposes county funded printing, uniform ballots, extensive voter protections, one watcher per party, illiteracy assistance, and penalties for official neglect and ballot interference.
A 17 year old from Pikesville Maryland came to Washington seeking Navy enlistment but could not join without parental consent. He collapsed from exhaustion and a nosebleed and was taken to Freedmen's Hospital where his family will be notified.
A Boston Globe notice reports a Pennsylvania party posted an ad seeking Margaret Cleary with no reply. After destruction of the copy, Cleary appeared at the Globe and the advertiser could not be identified. Public notices were requested to publish details to locate the advertiser. Cleary resides in Somerville Massachusetts and is in poor circumstances.
The poem portrays Deakin Brown driving a bay team along Mum town roads. It contrasts his confident, gleaming rig with onlookers who boast of fortune while working people endure. The narrator admires Brown’s skill yet notes the world’s restless drive and the common folk who ride life’s highway.
A special telegram from Ispranna reports the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. John Carson of White township. They were married June 33 180 at William Henderson’s residence near Harmerville Allegheny county. Survived by several children including Dr John A and John S Carson. Only relatives attended with ministers and nearby family members present.
A list of patent awards for the week ending June 24 to inventors across Pennsylvania Ohio and West Virginia. Names include John Augsperger W H Picket E Carter J H Davis J L Deckelman S H Powell and others with inventions such as oil pumps cutters for mining machines traction engines brick machines and mining aids.
Reports to the Department of Agriculture from numerous counties describe a new oat pest similar to the grain louse. Farmers note rapid plant decline after symptoms appeared Sunday, with roots attacked and vitality sapped within hours across Christian, Clay, Clinton, Effingham, Edwards, Fayette, Greene, Jefferson, Jersey, Logan, Lawrence, McDonough, Morgan, Macon, Marion, Madison, Monroe, Cumberland, and Williamson counties. An entomological inquiry is planned.
Richard Baughman of Dalton died this morning eight years after accidentally swallowing a plate of four false teeth. He weakened to a walking skeleton and survived on liquids for four years despite several doctors’ efforts. A post mortem will be held at his request.
Mrs Harrison will stay at the White House cottage through summer as she purchases items for the summer residence and settles into a quiet routine. Initial curiosity from onlookers has faded and she appears content with the seaside retreat.
The Louisville Courier Journal laments the English sparrow's folly as it hops with bread to a roof then drops it to eat. Uncle Jerry Rusk’s extensive work on the sparrow is noted as not claiming intelligence, a point the writer accepts.
Waterbury Connecticut residents fear a typhoid outbreak as thirty cases are reported. Officials suspect milk from Middlebury may be the source and the Board of Health bans further Middlebury milk imports to the city.
In Plainfield and Killingly the mad dog scare grows after Michael Carney’s death from hydrophobia. William Johnson, bitten two weeks ago, develops symptoms like hydrophobia and may be sent to Pasteur Hospital for treatment. The Washington Star notes the Senate’s stance on deficits and payrolls as the House debates private secretaries.
Opinion excerpts from major papers reflect support and opposition to using electricity for capital punishment. They discuss legality, public interest, and the humane implications of the Kemmler case and related executions.
A collage of curiosities scans multiple topics from population figures and literary copyright to drinks and inventions. Notable items include Ireland's whisky spending, sun versus moon light yield, and a steam driven trombone claimed to project God Save the Queen four miles.
A jumble of humorous scraps from various papers. Witty quips about women, kitchen wisdom, and social scenes mix with brief comedy exchanges and schoolboy gossip. References include Leavinville Journal Denver Road America Chicago and Jewelers' Circular.
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