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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1890
Page
15
The Dispatch lists postage rates for United States and Sunday editions, with subscription options and delivery guidance. It notes pages quantities, carrier responsibilities, manuscript policies, and postage stamps required. Published in Pittsburg Sunday March 9 1880.
A German Emperor's speech likens his throne to a talent given to a servant and pledges to add more, threatening to dash down opponents. Observers view it as a hint he may rule without the Reichstag if needed, with likely European upheaval tied to imperial expansion and military power.
A city druggist highlights a dispute over who is responsible for medicine errors. Examples show how miswritten orders could cause fatalities, such as a physician ordering twenty grains of a deadly drug instead of twentieth. The piece praises care from both professions in always assisting and sometimes guiding patients.
An ordinance in Philadelphia required future Walnut street buildings to six 60 foot width but councils repealed the rule, undoing a gradual widening effort. The move exposed public-interest neglect and highlighted urban conservatism hindering modern street development.
The piece condemns E. L. Harper, Cincinnati speculator and bank wrecker, as unworthy of pardon. It notes strong influence courting a presidential clemency due to contrition and health claims, but argues wealth and power deserve full punishment for betraying trusts and stealing bank funds to fuel life needs.
Senator Leland Stanford proposes the government lend money on real estate mortgages at 1 or 2 percent for long terms. The plan would create an agency for cheap mortgage financing and expand the national currency backed by landed security, a surprising shift after two decades of paper money debate.
The article discusses Senator Stanford once a citadel of hard money now opposing soft money. It proposes using approved real estate mortgages assessed for taxation as the basis for national bank currency, arguing land values offer stability. It suggests expanding currency to land mortgages if safeguarded against inflated appraisals.
A city editorial warns that eight downtown streetcar crossings will multiply as new lines open. It urges a single loop belt line to route all motor cars in one direction, reduce crashes, and free streets for regular traffic.
The piece argues that Russia’s absolute rule breeds revolutionary urges among educated activists and peasants. It warns that while revolution is likely, methods must avoid dynamite and arson, favoring civilized warfare and constitutional government instead, as the regime remains unjust before any upheaval.
The piece notes European rivalry over African domains with France and Germany pressing Dahomey and East Africa while Africans suffer. It also mentions Louisiana lottery planning Nevada access and debates over Sen positions and postmaster nominations touching political gambling and a gossip claim about President Harrison's poker skills. The excerpt ends with a note on shifting Tory majorities and by elections.
The Ohio defaulter treasurer faces a double fine totaling 126000 and eighteen years in prison under state law, said to be the largest such penalty on record. Senator Dantos of Oregon drew laughs with a Columbia river salmon anecdote at a recent gathering.
The Treasury orders the new post office finished by October. It may take fifteen years from start to completion. Allegheny post office seeks more clerks but avoids civil service. Senators split on seating Sanders Powers and McGinnis Clark. Public building pork barrels grow as Congress distributes spoils. The Chicago Herald defends bogus lard as strictly pure and the War Department gains an Assistant Secretary to ease duties.
The Senate weighs imprisoning newspaper men for contempt, but critics warn this would put a large portion of the nation under restraint and spark a major constitutional clash over press freedom.
The new cruiser Newark is to be launched on St Patrick's Day. If true, the vessel may prove a terror to sea snakes and Britishers.
Charleroi's plate glass works are quickly under contract, a development expected to spur town growth beyond upcoming real estate activity. The thermometer readings across the country highlight the nation’s vast size, while ward politics in the First ward threaten revealing court proceedings. The core issue on streets ownership between telephone and electric railroad companies appears headed for a direct showdown.
A writer suggests cable car managers should agree on a single best time for all motor cars to run in crowded city areas to reduce congestion and confusion. The plea emphasizes shared efficiency over competing timelines among operators.
Prominent figures include Prince Carolath Schoenaich elected Grand Master of Prussia Freemasons and Governor Hovey recovering from illness. James Russell Lowell’s physician notes gradual improvement. Prince of Wales travels with multiple outfits. Rev Chemente M Butner, D D dies in Germantown at 8. Pope Leo signatures tied to a dove quill. Charles Emory Smith named Russia minister. Philadelphia editors set a dinner March 1.
The Conemaugh borough Council's choice not to sell borough property is applauded. Objections were received in good spirit, and the sale's unwisdom was recognized as the boroughs amalgamate into a single harmonious whole.
The St. Louis Republic treats Canadian annexation debates as a non American issue and finds the reaction of Canadian journals amusing. It suggests such talk could only provoke another Fenian raid and invites enjoying the spectacle rather than serious dispute.
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes the coming year holds promise for an artificial ice industry expansion and sees a fine political opening for Senator Sherman. The piece links economic potential with national opportunity, highlighting Sherman as a key figure.
The piece recalls Mr Florence entertaining audiences with anecdotes about an audience member in a Grand Opera House scene and a Sing Sing prison escape tale. It notes his memory feats, including recalling lines from Caste and other plays, and cites a Cleveland backstage memory test of his recall.
Sir Edwin Arnold's delightful Japan letters spark a travel boom as English tourists flock to the country. An Telegraph attache says Arnold may settle in Japan for life, an Orientalist by temperament who shuns the harsh practical world and seeks the exact environment he has long desired.
New York March event unites Democrats and Republicans to honor Marshal Henry A. Barnum of the New York brigade. Windsor Hotel banquet features Chauncey Depew presenting a jeweled gold watch with diamond locket and chain. Notables present include Generals Sherman Slocum Sickles and others, plus Senator Fassett.
William O'Brien prison memoir becomes a historical novel titled When We Were Boys to be published by Longmans Green after Easter. It centers on Fenians and Irish American characters with part of the manuscript damaged in a manner similar to Carlyle’s French Revolution.
Gladstone responds to Prof. Tyndall in a published letter denying misquoted remarks about Pitt. The exchange references Ulster meetings and the Union, with Gladstone defending his positions and challenging factual errors from Tyndall’s six week review. Stamford election results are noted as public sentiment strengthens his resolve.
Mr and Mrs Kendal bowed to applause at the Fifth Avenue Theatre and thanked Americans for their warm reception They shared plans for a six day railroad journey across the continent and praised the generosity of their audiences Mrs Kendal recalled leaving five children in England and expressed joy at American approval and affection.
The Central Pennsylvania Conference of the Evangelical Church opened in Yor with Chairman Carothers presiding. The Visiting Committee reported New Berlin College flourishing and urged building expansion while trustees discussed inviting Pittsburg Conference to share governance after a two sevenths donation. Trustees elected Isaiah Bowers for three years and named J F Thomas E Kohn as conditional trustees. Separately, the Corn Exchange condemned members seeking state inspection board legislation.
Councils decline to fund a city fence citing affordability as the reason. The brief notes Philadelphia planners consider a perimeter barrier unnecessary due to budget constraints and fiscal priorities.
A Washington County man hires two workers to drill 2 500 feet underground resulting in a dry hole with no stated purpose. The note hints at odd ventures and misadventures in local enterprise.
Tamaqua Pa March death of Conrad F. Shindle a prominent Schuylkill county lawyer who had been ill for several weeks at his residence in Tamaqua Born in 1838 in Columbia county and died early this morning Prof Edwin D Banga GaLessuna Ill died age 74 yesterday He graduated Amherst College in 1882 and Princeton ten years before coming to this
A Philadelphia debate over medical use of electricity traces charlatans and concedes its potential. Dr Andrew Grayson and Dr Bartholow champion controlled, painless applications as adjuncts to standard care, arguing against quackery and urging scientific precision.
The speaker declares imminent love and yearning as a hidden romance nears. She imagines eyes meeting and a kiss as night deepens, while the nervous anticipation and vivid natural imagery frame a private passion voiced by John Joyle O Reilly in the Pilot.
Charles R. McMichael petitions Court of Common Pleas No 4 for dissolution of The Credit Mobilier of America. The firm holds no assets or debts. past claims against Union Pacific have been settled. Petition, signed by officers, confirms legal name changes and full tax payments. Court to act with no auditor needed.
The city mourns as the remains of Minister Pendleton arrive in Cincinnati and lie in Christ Church. A grand procession escorts the casket to Music Hall for service led by Rev. Dr. Gibson and Rev. Dr. Forest, with dignitaries present. The body is later moved to Spring Grove Cemetery for final interment.
Warnesburg Democrat notes the Pittsnoore Drepatee as an energetic news gathering paper with extensive telegraphic reports and wide circulation. It highlights global transactions and rich market coverage, plus a Sunday edition with 20 pages and broad literary features serving diverse readers.
The United States gunboat Concoard was launched at Roach's shipyard at 2 pm. Miss Minnie Coates, daughter of the mayor, christened the vessel. A large crowd witnessed the event including delegates from New York and Concord Massachusetts figures Judge John S. Keyes and David Chester French who presented a minute man statuette to Navy officers.
The piece argues Philadelphia needs expanded public schools to reduce youth crime. It claims thousands of children are denied entry due to overcrowding, pushing them toward street life and bad company rather than constructive training.
The Bradford Star reports a wealthy Pittsburg man has disappeared with substantial cash. Authorities suggest his recent immersion in spiritualism may have driven him to flee, concluding the behavior appears sane and understandable.
State politics dominate the chatter as ex Senator Lee promotes Phillips for governor while Phillips returns the favor, with the Pittsburgh Gazette noting the flip. In Erie and other counties Culbertson wields power, as Downing loses votes to a Democratic foe, while editors from Oil City regions push for their favorites, a partisan tug of war.
A garbled miscellany notes oddities from various places and times. Entries mention Oscar Wilde reading in bed, a San Joaquin county ewe, ice in Stevens mine, and a host of colorful vignettes from American towns and counties with brief anecdotes and oddities.
A collage of jokes and brief items from multiple newspapers. Humorous exchanges about teeth dentures bangs and dogs, light anecdotes about trains, theaters, farmers and cranks, with quips from numerous unnamed sources.
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