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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1892
Page
7
The notice lists entry details at Pittsburg Postoffice with a business office corner Smithfield and Diamond Streets. It records a second class matter status and mentions volume and issue numbers from the early publication.
The advertisement lists various subscription options for daily and Sunday editions. Rates include one year at 80 cents, quarterly at 22.5 cents, monthly at 6.00 dollars, and weekly carrier delivery at 7 cents per week for plain daily and 9 cents per week including Sunday. Delivery is described as by carriers within the United States.
The West reports multiple firms signing the iron and steel wage scale, signaling progress toward settlement and a busy season. Pittsburg firms limit July vacations, while workers seek guaranteed rest. A cloud remains over a large firm planning to wage war on organized labor with imported police and Pinkertons. The Dispater urges peaceful, harmonious resolution.
The confession of Greiner, a Marine Ministry clerk, that he sold fortification plans to Captain Borup, a U.S. Legation attache, who then sold them to Germany and Italy, threatens to widen into an international affair. The piece urges clear evidence and government repudiation to avoid harming honorable officials.
The possibility of Gresham as a third party candidate has risen but stayed unclear. Opposition cites his stance against the sub-treasury and crank elements, while supporters cite party leaders urging acceptance and a labor fund for a campaign. If he enters the field, unforeseen results could appear, though his stated non-acceptance keeps disruption unlikely.
The article notes no strong bolt by free silver advocates as Patterson of the Rocky Mountain News acts alone to avert bolts within the Democratic ranks. It describes mutual deterrence for both parties, the convention outcomes, and the pledge that no free coinage bill will pass the next five and a half years, underscoring the futility of rebellion against the campaigns.
The text argues that a split within both major parties over free silver could push dissatisfied members toward the People’s party, risking Cleveland’s election. It suggests the only durable outcome is protectionist unity, with tariff as the year’s single major issue.
Councils prepared for a two month recess by quickly passing many ordinances and resolutions. The measures include authorizing purchase of the Neeld farm for the poor farm and instructing Chief Bigelow to close options on Highland Park land totaling 209000 dollars. The actions hinge on finances and future appropriations.
A satirical piece argues against elevating infantile imagery in politics. It mocks Cold War era infant leaders and urges focus on sober, mature arguments over childish rhetoric, recommending that babies be kept in retirement and politics conducted by fully developed minds.
A Philadelphia court decision on banning trolley use may affect other cities. The piece asks whether the ruling declares the motive power change law unconstitutional and what that means for traction companies that already changed power or operated without clear legal footing.
A Lockport New York case on price fixing and restraint of trade ends with a jury convicting exchange members of conspiracy. The lengthy appellate path lies ahead but the ruling marks a clear stance against customary business policy, while capital optimistically defies court decisions through reorganization.
The article discusses wealth versus equal justice, the third party as a future force, and critiques of Express robbers. It comments on Nora and General Clarkson, declining party loyalties, and hints at Pittsburgh life and the World’s Fair costume department with Doctor Mary Walker.
A column satirizes Socialist factions infighting and calls out political figures as protests and scandals ripple through the era. It mentions Gorman criticism, Prohibition debates in Cincinnati, railroad issues, and presidential committee concerns, alongside warnings on water taxes and the festive Southside.
Mundane Meteors reports President Ropers of the Pennsylvania Railroad heads for Europe. Whittier and Homer blamed color blindness. Whitney rises as Democratic boss since early public service. Bigelow, Remington exiled from Russia, once friend to the German emperor. Stevenson among Kentuckians thriving in Illinois public life. Lincoln and Grant noted natives. Douglas Vermont born. Mrs Harrison to Massachusetts coast. Empress Eugenie summering at Arenberg Castle. Napoleon III’s youth at the castle linked to local legends. Price Alexis of Russia misses Derby train. races proceed. James W. Bradbury, oldest ex Senator, marks his 90th birthday at Augusta Maine.
Commencement week at the State Normal School featured Bishop Whitehead delivering the baccalaureate. The program includes Claus Day exercises, an afternoon meeting, and in the evening students present the operetta Little Tycoon. A grand reunion closes the day.
A columnist surveys the current summer fiction crop and finds no standout titles or bestsellers. The piece recalls Kipling’s visit to Beaver, his modest view of his career, and attitudes toward American social usage. It also notes a long lasting Allegheny county political agreement, local anecdotes, burglaries, and a high accidental death toll in Allegheny county this month.
Prince Damrong recounts Dharmapala’s appeal to promote Buddhism by teaching moral truth before metaphysics. He urges establishing a Calcutta headquarters for the Buddha Gra Maha Bodhi Society and emphasizes diffusion of knowledge and ethical precepts over grand temples. The Siamese royal guest praises Bhikshus and Hindu harmony.
Democrats will bet a great deal of money on Cleveland this year and most of them will be wearing linen dusters in January in consequence of their rashness.
Candidate Gray of Indiana says he did not seek the vice presidency. The text notes congratulations on his luck.
The weevil has appeared in Musset County wheat fields and threatens the crop. If weather remains unfavorable the invasion could worsen, endangering harvests and local farmers.
A Boston Herald note states the federal election is 136 days away, giving doubtful voters time to form their opinion. The article emphasizes the extended period to contemplate the presidential choice and shifting public sentiment.
The piece argues the Democratic party abandons protection, advocates tariffs only for revenue, and warns free trade would hurt American workers and living standards. It asserts the country will prosper under protection and urges voters to support the Republican ticket in November.
Creston Iowa June 37 A citywide war on saloons escalates as officers raid several outlets seeking liquor but uncover only a half pint of whisky and part a keg at the Devoe block Catacomb saloon. Prohibition foes vow further action while saloon keepers resist.
Still short of a quorum in the House on June 27 as telegrams urged absentees to return. Debate over a deficieny appropriation bill and a bankruptcy bill percolated without final action while the floor was accorded to the District of Columbia attendance remained incomplete.
The Senate Judiciary Committee discussed the anti options bill but did not vote due to incomplete attendance. A full vote is unlikely today with another meeting planned and more debate expected before any decision on reporting the bill to the Senate.
A cluster of editorials from Chicago to Philadelphia weighs Walter Q Gresham as a possible third party candidate for president. Opinions range from potential Republican alignment to trepidation about party platforms and Greshams willingness to leave the bench.
Mrs Mekes and two children depart Washington for Beverly Massachusetts to spend the summer. The President and Mrs Harrison will leave next week for Loon Lake Adirondacks where Mrs Harrison will stay for weeks. The President will spend the summer at Cape May Point with Mrs Russell Harrison who will manage the cottage and move in next week. He will visit but not establish summer headquarters until Congress adjourns.
Sir William Aitken British surgeon and pathology professor dies aged 1987. Born Dundee he served Glasgow University and Glasgow Royal Infirmary before Crimea War service. He wrote War With Russia and held posts in Vienna Dresden and Constantinople. Also notices record deaths of General Freight Agent Siorer C Porxam and San Francisco angler Joms M Adaws in Portland Oregon.
The Mission Francaise aids Privat badly burned rescuing his wife in Pittsburgh. Alumni events at Indiana Normal School open with class day and opera The Little Tycoon. Society notes include engagements weddings and travel among Pittsburg families and upcoming ice cream festival at Ninth U P Church in Allegheny.
In New York on June 27 C P Jackson found William Garvin, aged assistant sexton of the Church of the Incarnation, dead in the south aisle from probable apoplexy. Garvin had locked the church at 5 pm Saturday and his body lay in the basement until a deputy coroner viewed it before morning service.
A collage of curiosities and brief notes. Cosmetics costs, gold from New Zealand mines, Britain’s wanted murderers, paralleled by quirky items about animals, languages, horoscopes, and fashion.
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