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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1892

Page

7

Dalzell Endorsed by Diverse Leaders for U.S. Senate

A broad approval piece from Taz Distance highlights twelve pages of endorsements for Hon. John Dalzell. It lauds his Senate qualifications, legal career, and advocacy for internal waterways, portraying him as Western Pennsylvania’s ideal Senate choice who would deliver unprecedented state representation.

John Dalzell United States Dalzell Congress Pennsylvania Western Pennsylvania Senate

Reading petition tests support for coal combine

Editorial notes a petition circulated in eastern Pennsylvania urging Governor to avoid enforcing constitutional limits on the Reading combine. It criticizes the tactic as a shift from strong constitutional claims to a pro consolidation appeal while warning that the Constitution remains the supreme law despite broad petition efforts by railroad and coal interests.

Commonwealth

Archbishop Ireland Endorsed by Vatican Indicating Cardinal Elevation

The Vatican organ signals strong support for Archbishop Ireland and hints at his elevation to cardinal. It asserts Rome will align Catholic policy with the United States’ separation of church and state, endorsing his liberal stance on education and nonsectarian public schooling.

Ireland Vatican United States Rome Mondiewr di Roma Urison

Archbishop Ireland and Catholic Education in America

The passage argues for placing Archbishop Ireland at the helm of the church in the United States to align Catholic education with Christian ideals, reserving religious instruction to home and church to ease sectarian tensions, and reducing Protestant fears of Catholic control while expanding charity and evangelism with strict political separation.

Salisbury urged to adopt last year’s Arctic mode in seal dispute

The article argues America will use all means to preserve the seal industry and urges Lord Salisbury to accept the prior modus operandi. It warns against laissez faire, stresses arbitration, and calls for firm diplomacy to avoid total loss of disputed property while maintaining dignity and reasonable means.

Lord Salisbury America

Cotton prices in Liverpool hit record low spurring debate

The article argues that low cotton prices reflect rising eastern cultivation and free-labor production in the South. It predicts acreage reductions as less fertile lands withdraw from cultivation, while cheaper cotton fabric spurs global demand and Lancashire spinning gains 1,350,000 more spindles, hinting at a rebound for cotton growers.

Liverpool Lancashire

Storage Batteries versus Trolleys and City Impacts

The Philadelphia Ledger suggests Washington electric streetcar lines powered by storage batteries may cost less than trolley wire in Boston. If true, cities could adopt battery propulsion to remove overhead wires, improving safety and convenience. public interest may justify investment despite potential company costs.

The Philadelphia Ledger Washington Boston

Mob law and the push for swift punishment in crime

A contemporary argues that Fulton Hall's new trial shows mobs influence law and cites rising crime. The piece notes past certainty of capital punishment but now many escape chances and calls for swift punishment to curb crime, especially in the South.

Fulton Hall Tennessee

The Dangers of Mob Law and Faulty Justice

The piece argues that public faith in justice falters when formalities fail and mob law spreads. It stresses citizen responsibility in electing officials, opposing demagoguery, and upholding law over vigilantism, citing Southwest lynchings and the need for genuine local governance in Loxpor.

Kendall's Bearers Honors Custom in Remains Journey

A Congressional Committee accompanying the late Representative Kendall’s remains is urged to perform as bearers for the twenty five mile trek from the railroad. The note frames the gesture as respectful and frugal. It also mentions the Whisky Trust making public objections while many suspect excess.

Congressional Kendall The Whisky Trust

Hill to take leave for campaign tour in the South

The text notes Hill returning to the Senate then taking leave to mount campaign stumps in the South. It criticizes Hill for prioritizing self interest over duties. Philadelphia is offered a monument free of charge and the piece argues against objections to its erection in a suitable site.

Hill Senate New York Philadelphia

Financier’s secret $25,000 gift to NYU seen as mixed motive

The article portrays a financier who hides a $25,000 donation to the University of New York amid ruin among stock dealers. It compares charity seekers to those who misappropriate an umbrella, suggesting a paradoxical blend of good intent and self interest.

University of New York

Free Coimage Bill harms wage earners says critic

A critical piece denounces foreign agitators as unseemly and urges government restraint claiming a Free Coimage Bill would profit mine owners at workers' expense. It suggests private claims route akin to Italian and New Orleans precedents and notes Secretary Foster pushing too hard while seeking rest.

Cattle Prices To Indians Highlight Ongoing Trade Talks

The record notes high prices for cattle delivered to Indigenous groups and cites reports of substandard stock. It also references political figures and legal matters, including prosecutions, arbitration talks on Bering Sea issues, and international concerns involving Germany and Russia.

Bering Sea

Notable Appointments and Royal Travel Highlight Senate Actions

The Senate confirmed John H. Burford as Associate Justice of the Oklahoma Supreme Court. President ExjoT tours the West to view Leland Stanford University. The Duke of Argyll becomes a UK duke. Maurice Ernest Flescu, Haitian minister to France, arrived in New York aboard the Pring Willem III. Victoria Mary visits Windsor. Victoria Mary will head to Cannes. The Prince and Princess of Wales, and Prince George, are due at Caps Martin and will travel as Earl and Countess of Chester.

Senate John H. Burford Supreme Court of Oklahoma Exjot West Leland Stanford University California Duke of Argyll House of Lords Baron Sundridge and Hamilton United Kingdom Isham Robert T. Lincoln Maurice Ernest Flescu France Pring Willem III New York Epmaxp Rossert Jerry Simpson House of Representatives Jeremiah Simpson Conkling Byron Victoria Mary Teex Duke of Clarence Avondale Windsor Castle Cannes Prince and Princess of Wales Prince George of Wales Caps Martin Mentone Earl and Countess of Chester

New Comet Observed By Rochester Observatory

Prof Swift of the Rochester Observatory reports a bright new comet discovered at daybreak in Boongsten New York. The object appeared with a tail and measured about 1b 8m in declination south 31 9. It moves easterly across the sky under a large telescope.

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A Warning to All Office Holders Recalled for Former Mayor

A prominent warning emerges about the fate of former Mayor Wyman, signaling a cautionary example to current office holders. The piece underscores accountability and public scrutiny facing municipal leadership.

Wyman

Investigation into eight hour law and Indian cattle contracts

House labor committees open inquiry into enforcement of the eight hour law, convict labor bans, and construction practices. General Casey says no convict labor used. Commodore Folger supports universal eight hour system. Indian Affairs contracts disclose purchase of 9,200 milch cows and 400 bulls for several tribes, with large sums involved. Funeral services for Representative Kendall announced for tomorrow. family to attend through Kentucky. Raum replies to Noble on pensions and employee slips. Rep Holman ill in Hamilton House. Chandler testifies before Raum committee, denying wrongdoing.

House Committees On Labor Raum Noble Day Casey Engineer Corps War Department Commodore Folger Ordnance Bureau Navy Department Washington Navy Yard Folger Commissioner of Indian Affairs Rock Amency Pine Rt

New York Letter Criticizes Church Support at Jay Gould Home

Rev Dr W Rainsford of St George's Episcopal criticizes Presbyterian clergymen for accepting $10 000 from Jay Gould for church extension. He denounces the man as a symbol of unchristian morals and says the action harms Christian witness and insulted common decency.

New York W. Rainsford St. George's Protestant Episcopal Church J. Pierpont Morgan Jay Gould Christ's Church United States Han

Green Goods Swindle Nets Victim in Philadelphia

Philadelphia reports a New York gang case of green goods swindling. Victim J A Coon from Fair paid $500 for counterfeit money he believed was $10,000. He traveled via Baltimore to New York, met the steerer, and suffered mental distress before reporting to detectives.

Philadelphia New York J. A. Coon Fair Coon Baltimore

Fonseca Still Has Friends in Widespread Pict Uprising Theory

Congressman Aristides Lobo says there is evidence of a broad network aiding a possible uprising to restore Brazil's fallen dictator. He cites ties reaching into Congress and local officials in São Paulo and Rio Grande do Sul, suggesting the theory may have basis.

Brasil Rio Or Janureo Aristides Lobo Congress

Sunday papers defend right to read in Sabbath

The piece argues against suppressing Sunday newspapers, praising their role for intellectual cultivation and recreation. It cites Joseph Cook and clergy opponents, contending that Sunday papers offer opportunity, literature, history, science, and entertainment for workers and families, and asserts lasting place in modern civilization.

Salem Pittsburg Law and Order Society Porter Massachusetts Joseph Cook Friends of Sunday Ohio

Reform that does not reform sermon at St George's Church

The Rev Dr George S Rainsford preached during Lent on free will and reform. He criticized lax social reforms that ignore personal responsibility and warned against closing saloons by law while creating back doors and temptations. He cited Archbishop McGee and argued laws cannot override will, urging front door access with defined hours.

New York World St. George's Church George S. Rainsford Niger God Archbishop McGee House of As Eg England Trusta

The Tail Wagging the Dog in Bridgeport Annexation Fight

Brownsville residents oppose annexation of Bridgeport and the creation of a Bridgeport post office. Bridgeport, with about 2,000 people, lacks a post office while Brownsville would lose patronage if annexed. A name change is proposed to resolve a duplicate post office problem. council meeting ended with strong criticism of Brownsville supporters.

Brownsville Bridgeport Brownsville Bridge Dgeport Maetiner Ola Sonionk Et

Rusk Faces Tough Race Against Harrison Lead

Secretary of Agriculture退 exits presidential bid while Harrison leads. Rusk linked with a pastry nickname amid a challenging campaign.

Chicago Herald Secretary of Agriculture Harrison Rusk

Words of Support for Congressman Springer’s Recovery

Multiple newspapers express relief at Congressman Springer’s recovery from a serious illness. They praise his long service and influence, noting his usefulness and national value while urging his return to Congress and continued opposition in politics.

Washington Post Springer Harrisburg Congress York Gazette Congressman Springer Republican Party Denver ‘News Williamsport Gazette Man Springer

The Bride of Dunkerton Opens Allegheny Concert

Carnegie Hall Allegheny hosts the Allegheny Musical Association in a raw rainy night. Henry Smart’s cantata The Bride of Dunkerton dominates the program with Adele Reachard as accompanist and W. A. Lafferty conducting. Soloists Homer Moore Harriet Worrall Angus Rotoli and Frederick J Bussman receive praise for vocal and instrumental solos amid mixed chorus strength and limited orchestra color.

Carnegie Hall Allegheny Allegheny Musical Association Henry Smart Mozart Club Birmingham Kerry Adele Reachard W. A. Lafferty Homer Moore Baeuser Harriet Worrall Cleveland Spramenane Angus Rotoli Rotol Boston Miss Worrall Verdi Schilier

Weekend Festivities At Wilkinsburg Church And Society

A pleasant event at St James Church Wilkinsburg featured Rev Father Lambing presenting a fine missal to celebrate his birthday and parishioners donating a purse. The article notes arts society reception at Pittsburg Club Theater, Mozart lecture at Duquesne Conservatory, and planned lectures by Mary Lathrop.

Jame Neir Fonda

Curious Condensations From a Curio Chronicle

A long list of brief notes sketches oddities from around the world. Items include a potato found in Alabama, a Scotish cook to James VI, Newfoundland wild dogs, an elephant’s rapid digestion, a French device that hints at wind before clocks, and a viper’s deadly bite.

Union Springs Als Margaret Patten James VI Newfoundland Calhoun M. Bouchon Brandelsy London Tropics Indiana Kingsbridge New York City

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