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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1889
Page
4
The notice lists postage and delivery prices for the United States papers, including daily, Sunday, weekly, and Sunday editions with monthly and yearly rates. It specifies carriers delivering the Dispatch at 35 cents per week and 40 cents with Sunday, in Pittsburg on Thursday March 4, 1882.
The Findlay flint glass manufacturers argue their business is unprofitable and plan to shut down unless wages fall. They claim free fuel and sites boosted capacity beyond demand, creating low prices and costs they cannot cover, suggesting some plants may close to rebalance market capacity.
The piece argues sensational Samoa coverage masks real lessons about national security. It notes the threat to seaports and coastal cities if hostilities arise and urges decisive spending to protect coasts and expand a modern cruiser fleet, referencing England's plan for a large expenditure.
The Times case against the Parnellites collapsed as witnesses admitted embezzlement and taking money for false statements. The proceedings were called a farce, with the prosecution faltering and the campaign loses not yet shifting voter sentiment. The piece notes Liberal vote declines and Tory reflections on the commission's impact.
The piece critiques London and public speculation in a Burmah ruby mine stock. It notes the public lacks authentic information on value and reveals the stock sold at three times its par value relies on rents and royalties, demanding double yields to cover obligations and provide dividends.
The piece decries stock shares traded on hype rather than real value. It compares speculators to tulip and Mississippi bubbles, accusing buyers of trusting others to bear losses and calling such markets the green goods and sawdust game on a large scale.
The copper syndicate failed to sustain a monopoly amid rising costs and fixed high contracts. Copper quotes in London reach $250 to $255 per ton, while the syndicate paid $540 for much of its stock. It must also purchase from American mines at $30.50 and from Chile Spain South Africa and Japan at $550 to $360. With heavy load, it cannot sell to English buyers under $200 per ton. If bankrupt already, this collapse will likely ruin the Paris bank funding it.
The House passes the amended revenue bill to a third reading with improved provisions but lingering doubts about practical workings. Exempts corporations from special taxes except eminent domain and brewing, distilling, and manufacturing. raises concerns over uniform taxation and the eight mill gross receipts tax. The bill may change in the Senate before becoming law, possibly altering uniformity and equity in taxation.
The piece argues Governor Hill denies marriage plans and links his personal life to 1892 presidential ambitions. It contends voters prefer a respectable image and urges Hill to divorce his reputation, suggesting marriage and divorce could aid his political future.
The column jokes about Cousin Ben Folsom’s absence from the list of Iste administration appointees who resigned over partisan patronage. It mocks his English confluence with nonpolitical appointments and notes his potential to stay on as long as the State Department fates permit, citing his Sheffield baseball ties and shared views with the administration.
A collage of opinion items critiques a New Hampshire cider law, contemplates a Ericsson monument in New York, jokes about the New York Press circulation tables, and muses on coffee quality. It then touches mining in Lower California, editor killings in Charleston, and press freedom amid violence. Weather hopes for crops. It concludes with a note on religion and murder, and warns on syndicate schools funding.
The piece mocks Francis Wilson s rejection from Nadjy Opera Company and notes Earth s axis won t pause for it. It describes P L E Railroad teen train robbers as worthy penitentiary candidates. The Philadelphia Press reports South Dakota citizens punishing Congressman Spring with a leather medal for hindering statehood.
In New Hampshire the anti prohibition stance shows limited support while in Pennsylvania the high license option appears to have strong backing, influencing upcoming political contests.
A collage notes Lord Tennyson reading newspapers and Prince Christian as Europe’s tallest prince. It covers the London Times shareholders feeling mocked, Mrs Cleveland’s evolving manners, Princess Bismarck’s Berlin bazaar, Emperor Franz Josef’s tireless work ethic, and the first Mrs Grover Cleveland’s engraved wedding card while officials keep formal titles.
Ex Governor Palmer and Judge Hay testified before Senate Appropriations committees in Springfield on behalf of the Lincoln Monument Association urging a 50 000 appropriation to repair the national Lincoln monument which has been poorly constructed and is rapidly deteriorating.
Mrs E W Hagan gave a social gathering at her Sixth Avenue residence last night with about 50 guests in attendance. Floral decorations in the dining room drew admiration for their intricate elegance.
A Manila theater note describes Robson and Crane’s company watching a Matinee at Bijou Theater. It recounts a long office boy tale about repetitive chores and idle waiting, plus a physician’s quip on matinee addiction among women and a poem fragment about a skipper awaiting fair wind.
Washington reports the death of Captain Dawson is mourned by friends and his widow and two children receive universal condolence. Senators Gorman and Ransom, longtime National Democratic Executive Committee colleagues, express shock and praise his leadership for the South. The army circle recalls his close ties, including his marriage to General Dram’s sister.
Mr Charles A Ashburner submitted to the United States Geological Survey a statement showing total coal production rising from 120 075 550 short tons in 1887 to 145 003 74 tons in 155 The value a id 152 666 837, with increases across major coal regions and state totals including Alabama Colorado Montana Georgia Michigan and others.
Mr. Geo A Buckal of this city patents a method to preserve corpses in hermetic coffins with vacuum sealing. The sealed body is treated to halt decay and becomes luminous three weeks later, emitting a light equal to two candles.
Detroit reports Mrs. John Mandy of Humboldtavenna claims a dream warned of her sister's husband Joseph B. Robertson's death at midnight. Robertson lived on Fifteenth Street and died in a puzzling incident. A blue wrapper worn by the deceased matches Mrs. Mandy's dream vision, linking the two events in a eerie coincidence.
A Harrisburg leader A Hummel died at Molton House after a fatal apoplexy last night. He was a prominent state figure and charity benefactor, renowned for generosity. His family lineage traces back to early settlers. the report notes the Hummel name in state history.
The Randall Club will hold a musicale and literary entertainment in its rooms on the 2nd inst for the benefit of club members only. The event promises readings and musical pieces performed by members, with proceeds directed to club activities.
In BalTimony on March 13 Professor Charlies F. Meen will address an audience at Boon University in Athens. The program highlights a georeta focus and public discussion.
Northwestern farmers prepare to protest as the Twine Trust buys up stock in Minneapolis. Dealers report shortages and price increases from 9 to 35 cents per pound, with a frontier‑dressed man purchasing all local twine. Farmers fear reduced harvests if twine remains scarce.
Mr A J Drexel has purchased Louella Mansion at Wayne and plans to establish the Drexel Industrial College for Girls with endowment and buildings totaling about 1 500 000 dollars. The project aims to provide free practical instruction for girls ages roughly 13 to 20, enabling them to pursue better business careers beyond shop work and clerical jobs.
Washington March 14 Eugene Schuyler a long-time public servant and author resigned from nomination to be First Assistant Secretary of State after 47 years in service. He held roles from Moscow consul to consul general in Roum and minister resident, and authored works on diplomacy and Peter the Great.
Philadelphia march 1 The Catholic Total Abstinence News opposes prohibition arguing it would open illegal sales and revert to pre-license abuses in Pennsylvania. Catholic dignitaries quoted by the news urge potential stricter laws without altering the Constitution.
In Jacksonville Illinois a group of 17 blind boys aged 18 to 22 gave a military drill before a visiting legislative committee at the Illinois Institution for the Blind. They executed Upton tactics with precise movements, forming ranks and following commands with notable accuracy despite limited vision.
A New York boy of five can speak Greek German and English with ease. His Greek scholar father has taught him for over two years, showing no special genius, and believes any child could learn multiple languages with similar training.
A New York World note suggests Berlin aims to gauge German American opinion on a reported sinking of a Nippon submarine. The piece implies German authorities seek sentiment data from Americans across the water as a strategic feeler.
Fragmentary dialogue from a 19th century scene includes a clerk asking for three days off to play cricket, a ten dollar bill note, and conversations about engagement rings, kitten spelling, and seating for a carbuncle. The Bijou management faced temptations during Lent as characters debate amusements and manners.
The London Standard reports a bill introduced by Mr Knowles to regulate horseflesh sales in England. It requires registration of horseflesh establishments, large label warnings, and state inspection to ensure meat quality. Offenders face fines up to £20. the measure excludes Scotland and Ireland.
A sweeping survey notes hippophagy as rare in England and varied worldwide. It cites Berlin slaughter statistics, continental eating habits, and odd dietary curios from Paris to Rome, with references to subsistence practices among multiple cultures and the idea that horseflesh could gain popularity in time.
A Providence Journal item notes that amid Hayti massacre devastation there may be few towns left to destroy and inhabitants left to kill. A New York Herald piece comments that a society girl may not know all but can paralyze those who do.
Ex president Cleveland will respond to the toast The United States at the Friendly Sons of St Patrick anniversary dinner at Delmonico's. He departs Monday for a ten day Cuba trip with ex secretaries Bayard and Dickinson. The Manhattan Club plans to make him an honorary member pending a constitutional amendment allowing a life membership without payment.
Twelve year old Louin Klein was found dead drunk in the gutter before 28 Bowery last night and was unconscious at Bellevue Hospital. He attended a party hosted by his sister in East Broadway where the liquor is believed to have been consumed and may prove fatal.
Pauline Hall is ill with diphtheria at the Hotel Bartholdi, keeping her from joining the Casino Company in town of Washington.
Crowds gather at the White Star Steam Ship Company docks to see Jake Kilrain depart for England aboard the Adriatic. He weighs 215 pounds after rain and plans a two month trip before training for a Sullivan bout in July. Kilrain will be banqueted in Liverpool and London with Mitchell to box for Pony Moore’s benefit. The Marquis of Queensberry planned to sail but stays behind. several peers and MPs are expected at the London banquet.
Trell of the Twentieth street Squad slept through his ride to Harlemans Second avenue elevated line. At the terminus he attempted to board an outgoing train. Ambrose Madden, a road employee, woke and struck him. Madden claimed he did not know Trell was a police officer.
The large hotel at Rockaway Beach will be 120 feet by 20 with 1200 rooms and capacity for 6000 diners. Ocean Bay Society of clergymen will manage the project with temperance rules and Sunday restrictions. A 500 seat chapel will host services on Sundays and other moral entertainments on other days. Rates are advertised at $1 per day.
Chicago March 13 Deacon 8 W White of the Delaware and Lackawanna Railroad, en route to Louisville, argues rate cutting under Presidents' agreement is not final. He says Canadian roads can undercut by routing goods through Northwest points and into Canada, pressing for a duty to match imports to curb the practice.
In Kansas City March 13 M K Barber died leaving 250000 to his second wife. John K Barber contested the will claiming descent. A tale of mixed births was offered as defense with a day old baby swapped with an aunt’s child. One infant died and a mix up was blamed. The defense argued John E Barber was the nephew. Last week the matter was settled with the stepmother paying John E Barber 60000.
Washington March 13 The President has not yet set rules for receiving visitors. The current plan remains in effect with official callers including members of Congress and political delegations received daily from 9 to 2. Cabinet meetings will be held Tuesdays and Fridays at 12:90, and public sessions in the East Room occur Wednesdays and Saturdays at 1 PM.
A message to the Colorado Legislature to adjourn within ten days. The note from Palmer warns the people cannot tolerate more, implying pressure on legislative action. The text appears as a formal communication to the Speaker.
Ma. AxrD Mrs W J Frorexer open a week at Grand Opera House with Mighty Dollar and Heart of Hearts and Dombey and Son plus Our Governor His Little Hatchet. Emma ArnottT and English Opera Company at Bijou Theater with Nina Bertini. Abbott season 1885-9 praised. Sale of seats starts today. Bandit King to be shown later at Harris'. Capramx Pav Borxros at Casino March 14.
A mixed set of short items notes world markets led by New York mahogany trade, eccentric local anecdotes from Monroe Georgia to Fort Fairfield Maine, unexpected scientific curiosities, a New York postal idiosyncrasy, and short maritime and natural history curios. The items range from a salmon tale to a kangaroo naming anecdote and a Salvation Army drowning incident.
A collage of humorous lines, literary quips, and social sketches appears from life. The text blends dialogues about orders by number in a bookstore, casual family quips, and a punning piece on Napoleon with bookkeeping as war, highlighting quirks of taste and humor.
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