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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1892
Page
18
Berlin dispatch reports National Liberals and Freisinnige weigh a united stance against the Emperor’s absolutism. Debates in Reichstag unfold over funding, press prosecutions, and potential dissolution, with observers predicting a shifting clerical Conservative bloc as the monarch seeks stronger prerogatives amid unrest.
Captain Grey of Peterhead, a veteran Scotch whaler, forms a small syndicate to test the Antarctic region as a whaling ground. The move follows explorer Sir John Ross who long believed in the potential of Antarctic waters for whaling.
Plenty of whales expected in southern seas and Captain Grey aims to fit two ships at a cost of £24000. He foresees large profits if whales are found in the Antarctic Ocean. Dr Nordenskjold, son of a famed Arctic explorer, likely to join as medical officer and scientific searcher.
A Radical MP exposes large outfit allowances given to ambassadors on transfer, covering personal and family expenses, moving costs, and furniture. Notable sums include Lord Dufferin 2000 pounds and Sir Henry Wolff about 9000 pounds. Critics urge limiting bills to out-of-pocket expenses, but government resists.
In Rome Bishop Ireland dismisses American Catholic appeal against the Chicago Catholic Congress. He says letters to Rome from Dunne Pallen Kohlmann and others will not affect Roman ecclesiastical thought. He notes Rome has waste baskets as well and warns the congress must be directed by the Catholic hierarchy to have any real weight.
Predictions rise that Mr Chaplin may ban live cattle imports to end ocean cattle trade cruelties. Philanthropists press for restriction while debate grows across Tory papers and periodicals arguing dead meat imports suffice. Advocates urge replacing live shipments with frozen meat.
A London coroner's inquest reveals a dock laborer who starved in a damp cellar while his 1 year old son earned six shillings in two weeks to survive. The son refused the workhouse, hating official charity more than hardship.
London triennial election results show a sweeping Progressive victory with about three to one margins. Lord Rosebery and Burns win majorities, South London solid for Progressives, with 77 Progressives and 17 Moderates already elected. A mix of Moderates and Socialists including the Duke of Norfolk Lords Carrington Monks and Sidney Webb are among those returned.
In the House of Commons it was stated that the London School Board erected 356 schools over two decades at a cost of £2,153,345, with 163 deemed sanitary and insanitary. The blame is placed on contractors and dishonesty.
The Democratic Central Committee fails to call a state nominating convention in Leavenworth. A plan for a Democrats and People's Party coalition is endorsed by the People's Party Executive Committee. John Martin and A W Harris back a joint ticket with John N Ives as governor nominee and the balance split with the People’s party. The Democrats may back the People’s electoral ticket in several districts.
In Kittanning March 5 a leading county paper, the Union Free Press, denounces Senator Quay and urges votes for Hon. John Dalzell in the upcoming primaries on March 26. The piece accuses the paper of betraying the county ring and notes Judge Buffington and ex-Judge Neale influenced the policy, harming Quay allies.
The Grover Cleveland men at the National Democratic Convention will use the Grand Pacific Hotel as its headquarters with rooms contracted for 500 New York anti Hill men and New York State delegates. The Tremont House will host the Calumet Club Baltimore 350 strong with 65 musicians. Quarters are set for 150 Randall Club Philadelphia and 100 Joel Parker Club Newark members. Buffalo Cleveland Democracy undecided on quarters.
In Carlisle March 5 the Republican primaries produced a heated contest for delegates to the National Convention. Candidates were C. H. Mullin, Mt Holly paper manufacturer, and J Uhrich of Mechanicsburg. Early returns suggest Mullin won a majority, giving him control of next Tuesday's convention despite Uhrich seeking the postmaster position.
The President and party came back to Washington by a special Atlantic Coast Line car, arriving at 4:30 p.m. after a week at Virginia Beach. He appeared refreshed and distributed canvasback ducks to friends as a sign of success in ducking.
Altoona March 5 Special The Democratic primaries held this evening were the largest ever in Blair county a general uprising by the party to claim the right to elect their own delegates The former delegates elected by the County Committee tried hard to capture Monday's convention for an endorsement but failed The Monday convention will elect a new slate of delegates instructed for Cleveland and endorsing Governor Pattison's administration.
Washington March 5 Congressman Springer remains in critical condition. His physician notes a less violent cough and improved sleep though no major change from morning. Family doctors say he is better tonight but danger of relapse persists until fully past.
Friends report Ferdinand Van Zandt, a Montana mining financier, killed himself on March 1 in London after severe financial reverses. The death, not reported on this side until yesterday, followed a period of temporary insanity amid a collapsed fortune. He had sunk a colossal fortune into a Montana enterprise.
Justice Department investigates binding twine makers with Charles M. Horton leading warrants against Whisky Trust officials. Horton travels to Minneapolis for further evidence to show cordage market control. District Attorney Milchrist reluctant to comment, notes limited facts and ongoing federal inquiry across multiple states.
Cleveland March 5 In the resume of iron market conditions the Iron Trade Review says curtailment is the order of the day with signs that work has begun Shut downs loom Five valley furnaces are set to quit this week The market turmoil is shown by wholesale layoffs and puddling mill closures while a major valley iron firm faces trouble The ore men are inactive due to weak demand and price concessions offer little appeal to buyers Open pig iron stocks are large and bound to be drawn down potentially leading to idle periods before any improvement
March 5 report from Curiaco states Dr. Henry M. Scudder will remain before the court as insanity questions stall proceedings. Evidence suggests morphine habit and related infirmities. Prosecution acknowledges the murder, while defense seeks mental incapacity. A continuance was secured by citing a false death claim about his mother-in-law.
Inclement weather and medical updates report Secretary Blaine has been severely ailing with grip for days. He contracted the illness Wednesday and showed high fever Thursday and Friday. A late evening bulletin says his condition is improved, bed confinement continues, but recovery is expected in a few days.
The Guatemalan National Assembly has declared General Reyna Barrios Constitutional President. A dispatch to the New York Consul reports perfect peace and tranquility across the country as Barrios is proclaimed elected.
In Wood street, Kleber Brothers showcase the finest pianos including Steinway Conover Gabler and Opera models. They offer seven octave piano organs and Vocalion church organs, with honest pricing and strong warranties to attract buyers. Their service and judgments are praised, drawing steady customer interest in piano and organ sales.
Special lists published Mondays and Thursdays announce households packed for shipment. Haven and Keplan at 33 Water Street publish the notices and advise readers to watch for the to let lists in Monday's Dispatch.
Dr Henry Mendes pastor of Shearith Israel on Nineteenth Street and Fifth Avenue narrowly escaped death when Jose Mesrachki, a Moroccan beggar, fired a revolver at close range after demanding $100. The bullet pierced his shirt and lodged in the abdomen area, a minor flesh wound, and the assailant fled.
The Surveys Committee considered many ordinances for vacation and location of streets and establishing grades. The key item relocates Evaline street from Penn to Liberty avenues a distance of 3518 feet at 50 feet width. if moved, Evaline becomes continuous with Friendship avenue but shifts 25 feet.
In Wilkinsburg citizens press to reestablish public weigh scales for coal due to reduced natural gas use. Borough bought a scale last year but sold it after it failed to cover costs. Residents want constant weighing to ensure official accuracy of coal weight.
New Orleans reports reveal the grand jury did not fix responsibility for how Frederick C. Fitzsimmons obtained the knife used in his death by suicide. The inquest criticized prison search methods and urged a stronger system. Coroner McDowell held an inquest on William Burke who died at the workhouse from valvular heart disease. Robert Brown, 75, was found dead at home and an inquest was deemed unnecessary. Prison binding twine prices rise to 10 cents per pound to cover costs. previous year 9 cents.
A Republican observer at a hotel notes belief that McKinley could run for president and that Foraker supporters have not set a trap in the convention. He criticizes John Sherman as selfish and says Lane dislikes him, fearing others will be left behind.
In New Haven five cent lead nickels used to defraud a slot machine were central to a hearing before U S Commissioner Wright. George S. Grumman, Norwalk saloon keeper, faced counterfeiting claims tied to Edison Pho Company machines. witness Thomas Callaghan testified on Grumman’s role and past work with lead coins. Marshall of Newark produced 160 flawed pieces. The case was sent to the U S Circuit Court on a 1200 bond.
Boston reports that in Federal Court the Whisky Trust indictments may be challenged by claiming the grand jury is illegal. The strategy hinges on juror drawing timing, arguing some jurors were selected too early or too late under state rules. If sustained, the grand jury proceedings could be voided and Maverick Bank case work redone.
John Wing a Japanese leper at Philadelphia Municipal Hospital remains silent on prior employment as a cook at a large boarding house. Health officials acknowledge a long standing severe case and report intense concern among boarders over possible exposure. Local authorities say the case is being investigated and precautions are in place.
Ottawa reports a reciprocity delegate states Washington will not negotiate any arrangement that discriminates against Great Britain. The US insists on non-discriminatory traffic terms, while Canada refuses to alter policy to favor Britain. The British Parliament publicizes plans to curb US–British West Indies trade.
A rumor claimed P D Armour avoided a poisoned wine plot at the Palmer House after a former employee overheard two men planning harm in Armour’s name. Separately, unconfirmed reports said J Pierpont Morgan gave Colonel Richard Auchmuty 500000 to expand industrial school efforts. Incidental notes report marble polishers' action and a sales pitch for watches at Steinmann's.
Letting notice for a two story mansard brick building with seven rooms including bath and inside w c. natural and art, cellar and yard, on Trent and Wooster streets near Wylle avenue. Available through Baxter Thompson & Co at 162 Fourth Ave.
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