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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1892
Page
7
Twelve mills on a valuation of 245 million is an increase of 240 thousand over last year’s levy of 15 mills on 180 million. City expects more revenue from licenses and has 150 thousand in street funds. Expenditures may exceed 600 thousand. last year’s appropriations were the largest, with two departments up nearly three and a half times since 1882. If kept in check, the twelve mill levy could drop to ten mills.
An editorial urges restraint on Atlantic talk of war over the Bering Sea dispute. It argues naval conflict would disadvantage the United States, deems sealing worth more than a war, and suggests arbitration as the path forward. It proposes the United States could stop preserving seals if Britain stalls, even to the point of allowing Canadian firms to harvest rookeries to end the dispute.
The President nominated George W. Miller for the Collectorship of Internal Revenue in this district ending uncertainty. Miller and Graham are praised for qualifications while Quay no longer has influence with the Federal machine. Miller is expected to be efficient and reliable, pleasing his friends and acquaintances.
The claim total for sailors injured in the Valparaiso riot reaches 2 065 000, not counting fatalities, prompting questions about how American citizens are shielded abroad versus at home. The piece notes a legal damages framework typically capping per life at around 5 000 and cites higher injuries abroad, urging scrutiny of protections provided by foreign governments.
The complaint argues railroads and mine owners neglect safety protections for workers and travelers, stressing equal urgency of protection in different dangers. It criticizes the unequal damages scale and suggests U.S. corporations are granted cheaper privilege than foreign governments in life and injury cases.
The Keeley method draws growing public favor as critics cite few significant cases and advocates cite many recovered sobriety, calling for more facilities. Opponents fear risks and liquor interests oppose cures, but proponents argue community benefit from reduced depravity justifies continued use and publication.
Congressman Dalzell urged the Rivers and Harbors Committee to appropriate funds for a survey of the Ohio River and Lake Erie Ship Canal and pressed the Navy to name cruiser No. 6 The Pittsburg. His advocacy signals strong Western Pennsylvania backing for the project and its national scope.
The article argues that eastern rail capacity is inadequate for heavy freight, with western lines expanded to serve many states and capable of choking eastern networks. It notes NY and PA trunk-line restrictions and the South Penn deal as shaping limits, leaving the country with insufficient facilities for traffic and public impact.
A Memphis mob publicly asserts that citizens lack the duty to ensure fair justice by kidnapping prisoners and shooting them without trial. The piece argues that when people take law into their own hands, respect for law collapses and mob violence endangers the country, warning against vigilante action and urging firm adherence to legal process.
The piece critiques tariff politics and the attack on Protection, praises licensing for peddlers and canvassers, mocks a public executioner opposing capital punishment, and comments on varied topics from Antwerp news to local governance and public safety debates. It blends satirical takes on politics and social norms.
Alexander Dumas plans to sell his Paris collection of Meissonier and Corot works. Massachusetts Governor Russell once broke multiple bones in athletic mishaps. Mrs Lease advocates unrestricted whisky rights. B P Hutchinson’s fortune reportedly dwindled. Prof David Swine’s Mexican dog Chihuahua matches his fame. Mr Tate withdraws a 400000 offer for a gallery site. Henry Arthur Jones described as a long haired, ideas rich English playwright. Prince Hatzfeldt and American wife visit Pau with baccarat at the French Club.
Dr Burns reports UK spending on intoxicants last year reached 706 million dollars equating to 18.75 dollars per person and 9.75 dollars for a five person family. He notes beer’s rise. a single alcoholic drink would nearly double the army navy and civil service costs.
Judges Woodward and Lynch rule on whether Hazelton saloon keepers owe 600 or 100 dollars based on city or borough licensing. The decision centers on when Hazelton became a city and when liquor licenses must be filed, with further appeal to the Supreme Court.
In Washington Senator Morgan introduces a bill voiding laws exempting articles of commerce from duties if not on the free list at U S Custom Houses for transit through the United States to or from British possessions. The measure mirrors Cleveland's prior stance on Canada relations and aims to curb Canadian transit to Europe. The session also considers World’s Columbian Exposition funding and other Senate actions.
The Brooklyn Eagle reports on a contentious House vote described as a midwinter day’s madness. Democrats aligned against free silver are urged to recognize honest money as the correct path, warning that a wrong victory would harm the party and the country.
The Pittsburgh Law and Order League continues its crusade against Sunday newspaper sales. Since last week 10 prosecutions have been filed for selling Sunday papers, with aldermen imposing fines of 25 cents and costs. All cases have been appealed and will be tried March 1 in county court. The effort faces wide opposition and is criticized as fighting windmills.
March date from Youngstown reports two German farmers occupying C B Wick’s farm north of the city left saying the place was haunted. They claimed the house opened and closed by itself and that ghosts would not pay rent, leaving the property unsettled.
Editorial argues every church should trace donation origins to ensure funds come from legitimate sources. It cites St George's Church and figures like Gould Pierpont Morgan and Dr Rainsford, urging donors and ministers be queried about how money was obtained and its compliance with Christian precepts.
The Boston Herald surveys agitation against the Friday newspaper movement, noting motives may be good yet questioning its outcome. It argues Sunday papers are here to stay, readers rise, and efforts to suppress them seem futile despite sincere aims to improve and promote quality.
Patrick Cunningham of New Bedford Massachusetts visits MoKersport to inspect National Tube Works steel tubing for his naval torpedo. He predicts faster speeds and greater explosive capacity than Whitehead and Ericsson designs and claims self propulsion with strong, regulated explosive.
The Allegheny City corruption wave reaches many officials. Market Clerk Hastings received six months for embezzlement while ex Mayor WyMan, jailed three months for extortion. Assistant Postmaster Myler faces theft charges and a precinct board member is jailed for conspiracy and fraud. Water department funds are missing. The city is said to be dominated by a self styled God and morality party.
In Norristown Herald a call is made to start improving county roads without delay. The agitation over better roads should yield tangible gains in every district, and a small but real step toward macadamizing should be begun now.
Newspaper clippings describe split or united Democratic aims in Pennsylvania as they manage quarrels and align behind candidates. Reports claim Cleveland support grows across counties while Tar and Quay opponents mobilize energy. The Pennsylvania GOP face primaries with expected senator support.
A long feature contrasts shifting boarding house life in Pittsburgh with a tale of Palissy the potter. It follows jealously driven landladies forcing tenants out, a young woman hailed as a crack lodger who marries, and a romantic episode linking a 16th century potter to modern domestic instability.
A collage of brief wonders: a 10 year old Georgia boy’s teething third set. London grocer’s electric provision cart. a Philadelphia burglar traced by a vest left behind. New Orleans women photographers prosper. Haiti and other tribes honor mean value. Colorado’s Flovence oil field output. Michigan lumber for World’s Fair with Michigan contractors. New Zealand may sink with the rising New World. Jane Scrimshaw’s long London life. New Hampshire savings banks higher detent ratio. Paris libraries’ yearly reads. ancient canoe making with stone tools. Oroya Railroad reaches Port Tucker Peru. German asbestus paper fire test critique. Peter Torten’s 174 year lifespan tale. kauri pine’s sovereign reign in Australia.
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