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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1890
Page
4
The Dispatch announces its business office will move from its current location to the corner of Smithfield and Diamond streets in Pittsburgh around April 1. The notice appears in the Friday, March 14, 1890 issue.
Senator Wallace returns to Clearfield after a global voyage, appearing in the flesh and reportedly worn from travel. His candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Governor is discussed, with friends split on his viability and notes of Pattison and party unity shaping Western Pennsylvania Democratic views.
The piece argues Lord Randolph Churchill, a nobleman and defector turned parliamentary entertainer, has worn out public patience. It notes his attack on the Tory government backfired, while Liberals gain momentum in byelections and a general election looms as Salisbury’s position weakens.
The article notes a flow of British investments into Mexico, surpassing American activity except in mining. It highlights railways as a English stronghold with major roles for the Mexican Railway Interoceanic Mexican Southern National and Tehuantepec projects, totaling about 75 million dollars last year.
The article notes English investors control most of the Central’s first mortgage bonds and increasingly fund railways in Mexico. London is seen as the likely source for new railway concessions, drainage projects in the Valley of Mexico, and major mining and cattle ventures. English banks set to form as British subjects own vast land and drive mining capital. The pattern signals a broad English capital influence with uncertain Mexican outcomes.
The article notes no real obstacle to building the Carnegie Library but mentions constitutional issues with city and library commission relations. It cites Article III section 20 of the Pennsylvania Constitution and suggests Councils may need to refine legislation while all parties remain committed to progress.
The article describes a violent Peruvian campaign between Bernadez Rosas supporters in Huanta and Ayacucho province. Dr Urbina is cited as a key victim among more than a hundred killed by Indians amid a feud between Luzon and Urbin families. Houses were burned or looted as politics turned deadly. The piece ends with a jab at peaceful politics in the United States and a suggestion to emigrate south.
Windom argues Bedloe's Island should be the immigrant landing point in New York Harbor. He notes the Statue of Liberty would be visible to newcomers while stressing the need for inspectors to detect and turn back paupers criminals and undesirables at ports of entry.
Chicago merchants show readiness to relocate to Pittsburg inviting migration. Chicago men may miss the wind and smoke of their great city but will discover enterprise push and healthy expansion awaiting them in the new location.
Teheran reports around seventy influenza deaths each day as Persia endures a sharp epidemic. The headline mocks the illness sweeping the country, noting the Shah’s realm becoming the land of Achoo.
The British Government, via a parliamentary mouthpiece, says it cannot verify reports of Russian atrocities in Siberia and has no plan to memorialize Russia on the issue. The remark is presented as etiquette and compared to a president lacking power to legislate for Mars.
Martin a French member spoke for nine and a half hours to stall proceedings as the Manitoba Legislature refused to adjourn. The lengthy speech exhausted the doomed orator while the majority kept business moving.
A weather advisory cautions that heavy rain may flood the Ohio and Mississippi valleys this week unless a dry spell arrives to reduce water levels.
A Pennsylvania railroad locomotive numbered Thirteen hundred thirteen is portrayed as ominous and wrathful, drawing attention from readers who mock superstitions. The piece treats the engine with fearsome personification and notes its reputed ominous nature.
A Bedford county Democrat traps his heirs with a political will urging sons to be true Democrats and daughters to marry within party lines, else the estate passes to the Democratic National Committee. The report criticizes depositors of the Lawrence Bank for preferring bank books to dividends.
Ourown P T Barnum left England for these shores yesterday carrying a precious keepsake from his visit. England has not paid America such a price for a circus since the Alabama claims settlement. Mr Reiart a Pension Examiner in Kentucky died choking during a response to the scene.
A satirical column notes Erickson who prophesied San Francisco and other cities being destroyed was jailed in Alameoda. It mocks Rhode Island politics as aging patriarch Thomas Davis retires at eighty three. In Allegheny, officials debate jargon as boatsmen reject a jo boat name.
The speaker suggests hearing Mr. Cochran define the qualifications for a Carnegie Library librarian and a janitor, proposing the first definition might cover both roles. The remark indicates interest in standard criteria for library staff.
The piece notes KinG Mexevex of Abyssinia receiving a Milan crown for 6000, William Whitney adding a Louis XVI ballroom to a New York home, and Andrew Carnegie sending £100 to Lady Rosebery for Scottish Home Industries. It also covers retirements, senatorial tenure, gifts to President Harrison, de Lesseps family travel plans, and remarks on ex governors and chess loving rulers. It closes with a London libel suit win and DC official L. G. Hie’s famed dress and violet habit.
Reading Times notes broad discussion on preserving Valley Forge from desecration. Prominent Philadelphia and New York papers and many state journals call for making the site state or national property and converting it into a park.
The piece argues Indianapolis should be the home of the championship ball club rather than the president, claiming it would better advertise the city and bring pride based on past experiences.
Multiple newspapers report criticism and satire over new 2 cent and 1 cent stamps issued under Wanamaker. Observers cite tearing, fragility, and low bidder concerns, while portraits of Washington and Franklin draw praise and mockery. The public debate centers on material quality and stamp design.
American statesmanship must recognize the strange conditions which now govern the world with all the world arming. America cannot go around in nightclothes. She must prepare and be armed with a navy capable of speaking with the hilt of the sword.
Arnold Schneider the Belgian Consul received a letter from Louis Vossion the French Consul of Philadelphia seeking the whereabouts of a young Frenchman named Alexander Renault believed to be in or near Pittsburg. The message references Gourey on the north coast of Fr.
In Millville New Jersey the Methodist Episcopal Conference conducted routine business. Rev. M. J. Stowe from the Utah Mission spoke on the spread of Methodism in that Territory and addressed attendees.
Colonel Felix McKnight commander of the A O H Rifles issues detailed parade orders for St Patrick Day. Companies A through F with captains and man counts will assemble at Flannery's Hall 9 AM move to Webber's Hall and Grant Street with escorts. Specific disembarkation points include Thirtieth Street Panhandle depot and South Lochl ge and Sarah streets.
Lent observance remains mostly unchanged in Pittsburgh as worshippers consider fasting. An Allegheny woman curses her mirror in a self imposed penance, while Coghlan's Jocelyn prompts grim audience reaction and questions about an unserved supper in act II. Spring mood and Behring Sea dispute notes close the piece.
Mrs. Margaret Shepherd spoke in Lafayette Hall on nunneries and conversion, drawing large crowds at a two part lecture that included a women only afternoon session. She aimed to organize a Pittsburg branch of the National Association of Loyal Women of American Liberty and announced officers and strict membership rules.
A delightful entertainment was held last night at the Lawrence School Fifteenth ward for the family of the late Prof. Stephenson. The room was crowded and Samuel Kerr acted as master of ceremonies. A chorus of school children sang Mendelssohn and many solos duos and recitations followed. Participants included Mrs J E Miller Mrs Emilie Young Friche Sadie and Florence Smithson Annie House Lillie Connelly Charles Hettanberg Dr J A Calhoun H R Basler F J Basler C Lewis Quartet and J J Phillips Quartet. The event was socially and financially successful and will be repeated tonight with a changed programme.
The Emery M E Church in East Liberty hosted a pleasant afternoon reception hosted by the Ladies Aid Society. Free sandwiches and cake were served alongside the cup that cheers, creating a warm atmosphere for the entire congregation. The event was recalled as one of the church's most enjoyable moments.
Noellie Bly ends her worldwide voyage as she returns to Pittsburg from New York City. She visits former professional scenes, greets friends, and plans an evening lecture at Old City Hall that is expected to draw a large attentive audience.
A good audience applauded last night honoring the Philharmonic Society in Old City Hall. Performers included sopranos Mrs. Adah S. Thomas Grace Miller Jessie Lene contralto Miss Caroline Schmertz baritones D. M. Bullock Frank A. Ammon tenor Signor Gilli solo clarinetist BE A Wall pianist Joseph H. Gittings and the Mandolin Troubadours under director Thomas F. Kirk.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes that if Ohio votes for presidential electors by districts the Democratic ticket could be Cleveland and Campbell. It adds that if Indiana uses the same method, Campbell and Gray may prevail.
Fred Leslie, a Gaiety Company actor, said he narrowly escaped harm from Reginald Birchall in a New York photography session. Birchall invited Leslie to a back-room studio, pretended to focus the shot, and wore a threatening demeanor, prompting Leslie to fear for his life before the photographer’s associate Danby arrived.
Americus Castle No 20 Knights of the Golden Eagle hosts a musical and literary entertainment and social at Mystic Chain Hall corner Frankstown avenue and Station street on Friday evening March 21 1590 P A Shanor spoke at Y N C A hall Main street Sharpsburg last evening under the society’s auspices on Perils of the Republic unseen the Kings Sons and Daughters in the Second Presbyterian Church next Thursday evening Rev George T Parvis will lecture on Success.
Miss Coghlan gave a charming Peg Woffington in Charles Reade's play with a sunny spirit and tender witchery. Her noble portrayal of the heroine drew warm applause as the audience was moved by the final interview with Mabel Vane. The ensemble was strong and Mr. E Tom Webber stood out for a touching portrayal of poverty.
Crow Creek Agency South Dakota Indians protest weekly ration cuts saying many are self supporting and a distribution last Saturday caused a disturbance as officials reduced allowances to foster self reliance.
From the Lancaster Intelligencer comes word that C. F. Evans of Reading, former three term mayor, announces as a Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania. He supports Montooth while he remains active.
Andrew Carnegie yesterday dismissed rumors of building a mammoth hotel at Braddock for his unmarried corp?rites. He said the idea would be the airiest structure ever erected and that he never dreamed of such a project.
Berte Montana March 13. Judge Andrew J. Davis died last night aged 71 or 72. His fortune is estimated between 1 and 10 million dollars. Louisa Steeler and Louisa J. Pressly, wife of Rey. John C. Steele of Warrensburg Missouri, died Wednesday in the former place and was well known locally.
Ohio Wool Growers Association leaders David Harpster and Judge William Lawrence publish a statement supporting the McKinley tariff schedule. It details duties on clothing wool 11 cents per pound, wash and scoured increases, carpet wools, and anti fraud provisions with standard samples stored in customs houses.
The piece argues the new tariff plan improves on prior laws and favors carpet wools, claiming high conversion to clothing use and potential price effects on merino wool. It credits Major McKinley and the Ways and Means Committee for a measure adding 1 cent per pound on clothing and combing wools, with a tailored carpet wool rate in the Senate bill from January 22, 1880, seen as better for growers.
The joint committee heard Secretary Windom and Solicitor Horsburn explain why Bedloe Island was chosen for immigrant landings near the Statue of Liberty. Debate covered Castle Garden operations, military access, and a possible national handling of immigration.
A sub committee reported to the House Banking and Currency committees on fractional paper currency. They discussed action and a majority favored establishing fractional currency with the postal service. It was agreed to consult the Postmaster General and the Postoffices and Postroads committee.
The Dolph Investigating Committee tried to swear George H. Harries of the Washington Star to testimony in a secret session inquiry. Harries refused oath until the committee showed a properly passed resolution authorizing the probe. He accepted the oath after verification but would not disclose how he obtained a secret session report.
A telegram from Connellsville announces the confirmation of Mrs Josephine Reid as postmistress, succeeding J A McBeth and taking charge on April 1.
Brappock residents report the Reformed congregation will break ground the first week of next month for a church on Fourth street in the Third ward.
A fragment notes Mrs. Tupper wife of the Minister of Marine left Ottawa for Washington in unclear terms. The text implies a long, unsettled matter related to settlement or negotiations with no clear conclusion time.
At the Western Pennsylvania Historical Society meeting officers were unanimously elected including President Charles B. Fetterman and Recording Secretary Rev. A A Lambing. Father Lambing read on The Typical Pioneer featuring Lewis Wetzel and Ebenezer Denny with a sketch of General Henry Boquet.
In Chicago a cross bill in the Superior Court asks for a receiver to seize over 300000 dollars of real estate transferred by Nathan Corwith Sr and wife Mary E to Clarence Birdseye. Creditors Union National Bank Everett Post Pennsylvania Lead Co. and Thomas J. Phillips demand sale of the property to satisfy their claims.
The Altoons Times notes Pittsburg is adopting mandatory uniforms for all Department of Water employees. After a set date every man in the department must wear the uniform, and resistance will be recorded under departmental policy. Dennis is named as a case example for noncompliance.
A colored centenarian Aunt Frances Price of Alderson in Greenbriar county died aged 100 after a long life that began in Augusta County Virginia. She was born in 179 and was owned by Edward Jordan of Allegheny County until the end of the Civil War.
The Kansasity Star reports serious charges against Senator Quay affecting his character and office. No reply from Quay or supporters, only a quip from a Pennsylvania protection baron calling him an honest fisherman.
A collage of satirical remarks on civic figures, newspapers, and events. Jotn L. loses prestige while Quay boasts large Florida catches. London Lancet warns on horse meat beef tea. Mrs. Cleveland advances violin skills. Miscellany mentions Pennsylvania’s civilizing influence and Blair in Congress. An Amsterdam man recovers from pneumonia and eats four hard eggs and two mince pies.
A wide garland of brief items notes octogenarian editors in Ohio, women riders in Washington, and oddities from England to France. Subjects include a Sandusky editor nearly 94, duels in Prussia, a New York groom misplacing a ring, a French Easter egg costing $1000, and a Parisian firm’s mechanical gift. Also covered are a Sudbury nickel mine, a 53 year old Santa Cruz horse, and electric tools for tooth extraction.
Fragmentary verses present mock dialogue about President Harrison and party ties. References include Young America visitors to the House, a 95 year old with a hammer called the House, Beecham, Senator Hyjnk, and Prohibitionists praising a DIT while Greenbackers dismiss it as ordinary. The tone satirical with political jabs.
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