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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1889
Page
4
The brief notes average February 1558 circulation of the Misparch Sunday edition at 45 144. It lists annual prices for The Disra Tou and other periodicals, including a 2 cent weekly rate for the Daily Dispatch with Sunday edition. The Pittsburg issue is dated Thursday March 7 1882.
The article celebrates the return of baseball with optimism, arguing the sport’s nationwide appeal and its power to refresh the public spirit. It notes the global attention on tours by ball clubs and predicts a grand reception for returning teams, highlighting baseball as healthy relaxation amid daily life.
A convention of State Railroad Commissioners adopts a resolution urging the Interstate Commerce Commission to curb car coupler evils. The piece argues the Interstate body lacks authority beyond the Interstate Commerce Act’s anti secret rates discrimination and pooling provisions, and has no power over physical railway operations.
Editor Morat Halstead argues the Republican party may stay in power if President Harrison follows a balanced plan for four years. Public jubilation in Washington does not prove political longevity. judgment will come from Congress and the party’s deeds by 1892.
A gas explosion in the Citizens' Traction Company power house vaults yesterday morning raises concern over persistent gas leakage risks. The article notes historical lessons from Pittsburg and warns that gas handling remains inefficient, whether natural or artificial, with dangers of accumulation in vaults and cellars.
The text notes that acquiring noble titles is easy in parts of Europe but warns that true nobility cannot be bought with money. It contrasts common payment for titles in Italy, Spain, and other states with the idea that nobility should not be a purchase.
The piece contrasts nobility awarded to ancestors in China with American democratic ideals. It mocks entitling descendents of wealthy individuals and notes a hypothetical decree promising three generations of Sir Robert Hall’s lineage. It questions posterity’s social value and cites a Gilbert operetta as a satirical parallel.
A editorial argues the President should elevate patriotism over party interests to curb electoral fraud and corruption. It warns that party control and patronage threaten the public welfare and urges safeguards against machine politicians to ensure the people’s voice governs.
In a sharp reprimand Judge White criticizes the rapid gratuitous station-handoff for Captain Wishart and son, argues law and order must avoid personal prejudice, and cautions against sensational showmanship that discredits official actions. He notes potential charges could stand without spectacle.
A garbled column recounts political taunts about Alger and Michigan, protests over rain at inaugurations, calls for constitutional amendments, and hints about Confederate nostalgia and Civil Service reform. It notes officers and diplomats, Treasury messenger ships, and Pacific Coast grievance over Cabinet neglect.
A collage of brief items notes remarks by Andrew Carnegie about Scotch Americans and various 19th century figures. It mentions Miss Carter cleaning up a $10 real estate sum, Oliver Woxdell Howes’s accusations of persecutions, and cluttered letters to editors about writers’ interests. It also records Cabinet birthplaces, ages, and a British railway veteran Maj Bellingham’s long service and feats around Paris Rouen and Horncastle.
In Zanesville on March 6 an elderly Falls township resident named Smith bought a coffin for 50 dollars and received a receipt. He then selected a marble monument for 70 dollars. Wealthy and in good health, he says he feels relief after settling these matters.
Harrodsburg Kentucky March 6. A horse attacked by a dog and showing rabies signs was shot to prevent further harm after it killed a calf. Authorities impounded the afflicted animal and took steps to contain the outbreak.
Solicitor General Jenks has tendered his resignation to the President with effect to be decided. Attorney General Miller Jode urged him to stay for a few years to gain familiarity with department business. The note indicates Jenks will begin transition toward a successor.
An Oakland concert is set for Thursday evening March 14 at the Oakland M E Church. Performers include Mrs Mellor Cora Sellers Bella Tomer An Ye and O Ca William A Tistotheon. Proceeds go to charity and the Knights of the Macabellas will provide entertainment at the opera house tonight with Lillian Burkhart as a soloist.
A musical and literary program will be presented tomorrow evening at Grace Reformed Church located at Grant Street and Webster Avenue. The event promises varied performances in a community church setting.
Philadelphia jury ruled alcoholism caused the death of William Pearson of Broad Street who died on Monday after drinking two quarts of whisky. The verdict was delivered yesterday.
A bulldog sat in a chair with a napkin at a trendy city restaurant while his owner and friends dined, drawing respect from waiters as fashion trends for social pets spread. The piece notes this trend and questions dogs' view of such social parity.
William Van Salen, a longshoreman with injuries, tells a Harlem Justice how widow Gherling and her young daughter attacked him in the restaurant over an engagement ring. Police found broken crockery and a melee behind the bar. victim remanded for further examination.
The second trial of Thomas B. Kerr, accused of buying the Broadway Surface Street Hallway franchise from the City Council for 500000 in 1844, opened with Ex-Judge Noah Davis and John H. Bird among counsel. Colonel Fello led the procession as a crowded New York courtroom heard witness Fulgraff recount the deal amid tense testimony.
Senator Beck shows signs of improvement after a period of illness. He is expected to return to duties in Washington as plans for resuming public work move forward.
Multiple obituaries report Francis V. De Griselli dying at Storm Lake and buried at Dantzst, with connections to Greene County and notable relatives. Also noted are the deaths of Harry Campbell of Park Bros. Steel Works and Mrs. Henry Fox of Seutes County, with brief biographical mentions and places in Iowa.
Hazerstone reports a quiet legislative session with debate focused on a trade-crossing bill and patriotic arguments about officials' jobs. Key discussions include the skunk and fence laws, rural concerns, and an upcoming tax exemption proviso affecting iron and steel manufacturers. The piece notes partisan tensions and the influence of Philadelphia and Pittsburgh delegates.
A cat lives 15 years. An ox lives 35 years. A dog lives 4 years. A bear lives D years. A lion lives 20 years. A horse lives 3 years. A camel lives 40 years. A sheep lives 10 years. A whale lives 800 years. A squirehel lives 8 years. An elephant lives 400 years. A tortoise lives 100 years. A guinea pig lives 7 years.
A fragmentary humorous exchange satirizes cigarettes and danger with mock peril. References include Vandy and Zandy debating travel to Philadelphia and a remark on Edgar Thompson author of Triumphant Democracy. The brief dialogue hints at social observations and celebrity mentions within a surreal scene.
Letter to the coroner from Charles A Herr requests his remains be placed on the dissecting table and that prominent society names not be published. He explains despondency after wife and children’s deaths led to his own death by action.
Judas Iscariot, jailed at the Tombs Police Court, faced a fine after being arrested by Policeman Mackey near the Ben Franklin statue for lingering beyond the 10 minute limit in Printing House Square while selling gingerbread under municipal rules.
State Rail road Commissioners discuss uniform classification for freight, rail legislation, and safety measures. Resolution adopted to pursue uniformity, with a committee to study heating systems and locomotive practices. Meeting adjourned with plans to reconvene tomorrow.
A National Education Association meeting of the Department of Superintendence opened at the National Museum in Washington with introductory remarks by the president and remarks by J. Holcomb, Chief Clerk of the Bureau of Education. The day focused on Training of Teachers with speakers including Nicholas Murray Butler and W. B. Powell.
A school exercise narrates how children recall Washington's cherry tree tale. The retellings show confusion about the hatchet incident with lines about a father, a claim of honesty, and misremembered dialogue.
Special correspondence outlines wild Tombstone society life with rumors of engagements and lynching, a marriage at a bride’s father’s residence, a fatal billiards incident, and a controversial punch recipe. It notes whisky price changes and various social doings including a masked ball and charity chapter meetings.
The article details the position of celestial bodies for March including the sun crossing Aries, precession effects on equinox timing, and the visibility of Mercury Jupiter Saturn Venus and Uranus. It lists rise and set times and notes lunar phases and minor planetary notes amid curious condensations.
The passage argues that saccharin threatens sugar interests by offering a sweeter sweetener at high cost. Saccharin is over 300 times sweeter than sugar and 40 times more expensive to produce yet is anti ferment and harmless to diabetics, keeping the Sugar Trust confident.
A collection of want ads offers various odd requests including 30 oystermen and a young Cincinnati gentleman seeking English instruction. A young man with two years trance seeks night watchman work. A 28 year old son’s hidden talent discovery offers a large reward. An artist to color a meer schaum pipe is sought with pipe use paid. A young man seeking light work for about 12 hours daily, two hours weekly? A graduate from journalism school seeks grocery work. A poor woman seeks release from a tyrant husband with her pug dog. Transit sentiments note a New York address.
An excerpt presents a satirical chorus of theatrical snippets and character sketches. It parodies domestic life with lines about a theatrical manager, a Chicago couple, and a chorus of gossiping women. The dialogue blends irony and overheard banter with fleeting punchlines.
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