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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1890

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Blaine in a Box at Pan American Conference Tariff Clash

At the Pan American Congress Harrison rejects a plan backed by Blaine for removing the tariff on sugar and wool. Cabinet majority oppose reciprocity as South American delegates pursue duty-free sugar and wool while US beef and flour would gain freer access. Delegates worry the proceedings resemble a farce as US representatives lack power to act.

Blaine Harrison United States Ipnrom Wasuirscros Pan- American Congress Congress Committees On Customs Union and Customs Regulations Committee On Monetary Affairs South American Cuba Sandwich Islands South America Senor Saenz-Péna Argentine

Arbitration debate stalls as delegates seek plan endorsement

A committee member notes the push for a permanent Washington court and a broader arbitration scheme, fearing delays. Delegates press for their favored options while seeking to end wars among the Americas, with Illinois Republicans backing a revival of the sugar duty under LIGHTNER.

Washington Illinois Lightner

Pension bill for blind Michigan man sparks House debate

In Washington the House discussed a proposed $40 monthly pension for Francis Deming, blind from Michigan, a bill vetoed by President Cleveland and sustained by Mr. Stone. Indiana's Mr. Cooper urged passage, criticizing Cleveland, while Mr. Kilgore of Texas and others argued against treasury use without proper grounds. Debate touched on principle versus expediency as the bill remained unsettled.

Washington Francis Deming Michigan Cleveland Stone Missouri Cooper Indiana United States Tarsney Kilgore Texas Lane Illinois Grover Cleveland

Action in House to fill Hartranft vacancy on Soldiers Home board

Washington March 14 The House and Senate may soon act to fill the Board of Managers vacancy on the National Soldiers Home caused by General Hartranft's death in Pennsylvania. A House Military Affairs sub committee is drafting a joint resolution for the full committee review. Three Pennsylvanian candidates remain, with General Alger of Michigan contending to block Pennsylvania, but sub committee members will not disclose which candidate will be favored.

Permanent Court of Arbitration Washington Wasuisetos House National Soldiers’ Home Hartranft Pennsylvania Senate Alger Michigan

Maine Republicans Send Reed Candle Extinguisher Favorable to Speaker

The Portland Young Men's Republican Club presented Speaker Reed with a silver candle extinguisher. The ornate piece depicts a Democratic old lady fanning a fire labeled Springer's Mouthpiece Filibuster Obstruction of Public Business while Reed stands ready to stamp out the blaze with Common Sense.

Washington Maine Reed Young Men's Republican Club Portland Springer

McKees port matter unsettled as Quay stance clarified

Washington March 14 The McKees port matter remains unresolved as Stone and Carruthers depart confused Captain Thompson stays in Washington A surge of explanations centers on Senator Quay allegedly opposing Thompson’s nomination A counter claim states Quay did not oppose him and sought no role in the fight Before Florida Quay assured Thompson that Senate confirmation would be smooth with Ray’s support

Washington McKeesport Stone Carruthers Thompson Captain Thompson Quay T Ypenee Cressmian Vy Florida Ray Senate

Wanamaker’s Eldest Daughter Engagement Rumor

Rumor from Washington clubs and drawing rooms says Dr. Ruth of the navy and Minnie Wanamaker eldest daughter of the Postmaster General will announce an engagement. Dr. Ruth, popular in society, has been devoted to various admirers but is believed to have chosen Miss Wanamaker, the pretty and wealthy daughter.

Watermeres Washington Ruth Navy Minnie Wanamaker Miss Wanamaker

Grand jury presents Kin inquest witnesses case

Washington dispatch reports the grand jury, after questioning witnesses at the inquest, presented Kin in connection with the case. The proceedings outlined key testimony and ongoing legal developments remain under review.

Washington

Indictment Planned in Murder Case of Ex Congressman Taulbec

The District Attorney is directed to prepare an indictment for the murder of ex Congressmen Taulbec to be submitted to the court tomorrow.

Esid Taulbec

Not Out of the Woods Special Telegram to the Dispatch

Washington March 14 The Chicago World's Fair bill faces skirmishing in the House as the 1892 date is fixed and 1895 and 1893 are dropped. Debate centers on a $1.5 million government exhibit and a proposed $10 million guarantee, with New York members pressuring against the bill.

Dispatch Chicago Flower Belden New York

New York Biscuit Company Buys Cracker Firms

New York and vicinity cracker firms have been syndicated, with over two thirds owned by the New York Biscuit Company. The deal, about 3.5 million dollars, places management in George P. Johnson, treasurer, and links to the Diamond Match Company through shared executives. The new Illinois-incorporated firm, with 35 million capital, promises lower cracker and match prices due to manufacturing consolidation and capital efficiency.

New York Diamond Match Trust Vicinity New York Biscuit Company Biscuit Company George P. Johnson Diamond Match Company Johnson William H. Moore The Match Company J. A. McCormick Merchants Loan and Trust Company of Chicago Illinois

Blind boys testify against instructors at state blind school

Thirty blind boys at the Pennsylvania Institution for the Blind testified before the Board of Managers of the Home protesting poor food and ill treatment by instructors. They drew up a resolution calling for the discharge of Instructor King and the suspension of Superintendent Battles pending investigation, alleging gross immorality by Mr King.

Philadelphia Pennsylvania Institution For the Blind Board of Managers of the Home King

Japan Preparing For War Report From Yokohama

A Dispatch correspondent cites a Yokohama letter claiming an inevitable war between Japan and Korea. Japan has three warships ready for emergency service and militia drilling. 50,000 men could be mobilized within 24 hours. The note mentions an earthquake on February 20, causing minor damage.

Denvr Dispatch Yokohama Japan Korea

Miners Charged With Striking After Advantages

Berks March 14 The Lower House of the Diet resumed the mine debate Herr Ritter director of the Press mines opposed reducing labor hours He said miners were not worse off than other workers Minister Maybach noted workers in the Royal mines at Saar struck after obtaining exceptional advantages The government aims to improve relations between workers and employers.

Berks Diet Herr Ritter Maybach Saar

Strike Ended At Hurley Mines After Mass Walkout

Honey Wis March 14 The dispute at Ashland and Norrie mines Hurley ends as 3000 striking workers return to work while those previously discharged remain out. The halt in labor action concludes after widespread walkout and resumed operations.

Honey Wis Ashland Norrie Hurley

Invasion of the Cherokee Outlet by 20000 Boomers

Twenty thousand boomers surged into the Cherokee Outlet at dawn amid false belief Congress opened the land for settlement not to be stopped by prairie fires. Boomers traveled by foot, rail, and wagons forming associations, staking claims as captains and police failed to curb the exodus. Government troops arrived late, with cattle stampedes and rapid claim activity reshaping the border frontier.

Clarification on Cherokee outlet settlement claim

Mr. Perkins of Kansas asserts an erroneous impression exists that Oklahoma's bill makes the Cherokee outlet open to homestead settlement. He explains the public land strip, not the Cherokee outlet, is eligible for settlement and that the Cherokee outlet remains restricted.

Washington Perkins Kansas Oklahoma Cherokee Outlet

Territorial Limits Deter Homestead Settlement

Embraced within the limits of the new territory, the area remained closed to settlement under the homestead law, indicating restricted access for prospective settlers despite territorial designation.

Auction Block A Feature In Old Dominion Virginia

In Norvoue Virginia on March 14 a proposed sale of white vagrants led to a violent crowd as two white men Gilbert Lappan and Thomas Crellin convicted of vagrancy were to be auctioned for three months work. The sale was halted amid race tensions with a large crowd, including many Negroes, showing excitement. Police dispersed the crowd and the two men were privately hired to a white farmer nearby.

Norvoue Virginia Gilbert Lappan Thomas Crellin

One Flag for Duarleston as Harrison Party Visits

The presidential party arrived in Duarleston on March 14 to a display of the Stars and Stripes and state colors. They toured Fort Sumter harbor, hosted a reception for Mrs. Harrison, and were serenaded by the Vanderbilt Benevolent Society. Politicking paused for a day of cordial greetings before departing for Florida.

Florida News and Courier Chapultepec South Carolina Benjamin Harrison Washington

Wool manufacturers form new association against McKinley plan

Boston report says wool manufacturers including carpet and blanket makers organize to oppose the National Association led by William Whitman. A. T. Lyman of Lowell Manufacturing chairs and a five member committee will draft a constitution. The group seeks wool duty reductions and more equal tax treatment with headquarters likely in Boston. Representatives reportedly include figures from Philadelphia as well.

Boston Mass Boston Commercial Bulletin Tomorow Association of Wool Manufacturers National Association William Whitman A. T. Lyman Lowell Manufacturing Company Philadelphia

Call to Colored Catholics Congress in Cincinnati

Daniel A. Rudd, president of the Executive Committee for the Congress of Colored Catholics, issues a call for a second congress to meet in Cincinnati in July 1890. The plan gained approval from Cardinal Gibbons and bishops, with representation based on one delegate per 500 members, and aims to continue the prior congress’s work and honor Cardinal Lavigerie's anti-slave trade efforts.

Cincinnati Daniel A. Rudd Congress of Colored Catholics of the United States Washington, D. C Cardinal Gibbons William Henry Elder Camilus P. Maes F.S. Chat

Clergyman's Son Missing After NYC Visit

Robert Reddy, 21, son of Rev. John H. Reddy of Arcola, David County, left New York for work and is feared to have taken his life. Police in New York have been asked to search for him amid reports of destitution.

New York Robert Reddy John H. Reddy Arcola David County Reddy

Pillsbury Gifts $30,000 for Concord Hospital Building

Hon. George A. Pillsbury of Minneapolis has donated 30000 to the Concord Hospital Association for a new building to be named the Margaret Pillsbury Hospital in memory of his wife. Construction to start at once.

Coxconp N. H George A. Pillsbury Minneapolis Concord Concord Hospital Association Margaret Pillsbury

National League of Musicians reelects officers

The National League of Musicians re elected most officers, with J M Lander of New York chosen treasurer. Ex Presidents become honorary members. A Beneficial Insurance Association proposal failed. Local union members must be United States residents.

CrversNatt National League of Musicians J. M. Lander New York League United States

Not for Pattison Declares Unpledged Harmony Focus

Erie leader Scott announces he is unpledged and seeking harmony among Democrats. Jamison surfaces as gubernatorial hopeful as party teachers seek a united front. Conferees report no firm agreement on a State ticket. Pattison’s nomination looks unlikely amid leadership push toward Wallace or other candidates.

Scott Pattison Philadelphia B. K. Jamison

Blackmail Plot In Vanderbilt Household Unfolds In Court

New York report states William Fear ing Gill, husband of Edith Gwynne Gill sister of Mrs Cornelius Vanderbilt, had Ezekiel K Finch a Gill family former coachman arrested for blackmail. Finch, fired in February, sent letters after dismissal demanding $40 with threats of revelations. Bail set at $500. Gill to present other letters at examination.

Dispatch New York William Fearing Gill Edith Gwynne Cornelius Vanderbilt Ezekiel K. Finch Finch Gills Gill

Perrin Bank Robbery Case Hinges on Treasury Notes

In Ashland, March 14, during Perrin’s trial the Treasury Department officials identified the money found on Baker as part of a $6,000 package from the National Exchange Bank of Milwaukee to the First National Bank of Ashland and then to the Corn Exchange Bank at Purley before the robbery. The testimony marks the strongest evidence against Perrin and Baker to date.

Minnxeapolis Perrin Harley Ashland Alfred Quiaffe William F. Williams Treasury Department Washington Baker National Exchan Bank of Milwaukee First National Bank of Corn Exchange Bank Purley

English Glass Syndicate Advances in Ohio Deals

Edward Phelps, Detroit agent for an English syndicate, returned to Fryplay for options on local glass factories. Reports say a three day option was secured on all but two plants, with an expected aggregate payment of £100,000. Fourteen manufactories exist with thirteen operating. leg syndicate appears poised to bring the remaining into line.

Dispaton Fryplay,co Edward Phelps Detroit

Sunday law safe column March 14 senate bill on Owen law

The Senate bill by Mr. Ryan to amend the Owen law moved on the House calendar for Sunday second reading and went to the Committee of Municipal Affairs. It is believed the measure cannot pass without amendments allowing a local vote. A $419,509 Morgan raid claim appropriation was introduced by Mr. Taylor of Guernsey. The 1886 commission had allowed $430,000 but the Supreme Court ruled that appropriation unconstitutional without two thirds. About $20,000 in claims remain with Guernsey county citizens. Hearn's bill to let Common Pleas Judges fix minority stock value was set as a special order for next Wednesday. A House bill would bar United States prisoners not convicted in Ohio from the Ohio Penitentiary to shrink the convict and ex convict population as many released remain in the city. Sessions adjourned until Monday.

Senate Ryan House Committee of Municipal Affairs Taylor Guernsey Supreme Court Guernsey County United States Ohio Monay

Chicago Men sue for 142000 in land deal commissions

Henry W. Converse and William J. Bell sue Benjamin C. Saurot Stephen C. Clark and George Sisson in Superior Court for 142000 claiming they were promised 10000 for organizing a syndicate to buy 10000 shares of Northwestern Colonization Company stock and secure land at 2 per acre in New Mexico, with additional 132000 if the land sale occurred.

Chicago Henry W. Converse William J. Bell Benjamin C. Saurot Stephen C. Clark George Sisson Saurot Lima International Construction Company Northwestern Colonization and Improvement Company Chihuahua Mexico Northwestern Colonization Company New Mexico

Pan American success noted in Chicago visit

President Bernard o De Soto of Costa Rica, staying at the Palmer House, plans to visit Washington then Europe before returning to govern. Don Monroe Fernandez, Costa Rican minister and Pan American delegate, studies Chicago public schools for potential Costa Rican adoption. He cites Pan American Congress gains and growing trade, and expects Captain Menocal to advance the Nicaragua Canal project.

Chicaco Bernardo de Soto Costa Rica Palmer House Washington Europe Don Monroe Fernandez Pan- American Congress Costa Nicaragua Menocal

Hayes reports on Navassa murders urges no clemency

U S District Attorney Thomas G Hayes sent to President Harrison his findings on the Navassa Island 1889 murders of white officers. He recommends denying clemency for condemned killers George Key Henry Jones and Edward Smith and upholding the death sentences. Judges Bond and Morris agree there is no basis for executive clemency.

Balimore Thomas G. Hayes United States Harrison Navassa Island George 8 Key Henry Jones Edward Smith Hayes Bond Morris

Noland to be prosecuted in Missouri case

In Jefferson City Governor Francis says the defalcation must be paid and will direct the Attorney General to sue the entire bond if the bondsmen do not voluntarily cover the deficit. Reports say Noland may be arrested at any moment as bondsmen take no action yet.

Jeffenson City Noland Francis Jefferson City Ost

Pittsburg to the Lakes Freight Rates Cut Limit Set

At the Central Traffic Association freight department meeting in Curiaco on March 14 the gap between all-rail rates from Pittsburg and other territories to lake ports and the all-rail rates was discussed. It was agreed the difference should not exceed ten percent.

Curiaco Central Traffic Association Pittsburg Lake Ports

Looking for Her Grandmother Adventures of a Little Girl Sent by Her Mother From Chicago to Wisconsin

A 56 year old girl named Jennie Hogden was left at Hurley by a Chicago sleeping car porter who claimed the mother directed her to be dropped there for her grandmother to meet. No one appeared and Hurley residents are caring for the child. A separate dispatch notes Roane Iron Works plans a 100 ton blast furnace at Rockwood Tennessee after a regular annual meeting.

Chicago Wisconsin Ashland Wis Hurley Jennie Hogden Tennes Cuattancoca Roane Iron Works Rockwood East Tennessee

Remarkable dynamite cannon test near Utica

A nine inch Blakesley rifle fired large dynamite charges in Perryville Falls near Canasotta New York. The Justin explosive cartridge tested by Dr Justin of Syracuse carried up to 19 pounds of dynamite and exploded on impact with a quartz cliff. The test aimed to prove safe propulsion of large dynamite quantities from a rifle using gunpowder as the propellant.

Utica N. Y Perryville Falls Canasotta Blakesley Fawcett, Preston & Co Liverpool England Charleston Justin Syracuse Messrs George Dewitt W. H. Patton Graden

Sawtelle Murder Case Close with Court Dispute

In Rochester New Hampshire on March 14 Isaac Sawtelle faced continued hearings for his brother's murder. His counsel complained of unfair treatment by the court citing unpaid witness expenses and numerous overruled objections. Sawtelle was committed without bail to await grand jury action.

Isase Sawtelle

Cincinnati May Pestival Opens With Handel Messiah

The Musical Festival Association announces seven concerts from May 20 to 24 led by soloists Edward Lloyd Theodore J Toedt Myron W Whitney Emil Fischer Mlle Clementina De Vere Miss Emily Winant and Corinne Moors Lawson. The program includes Handel Messiah Dorak Stabat Mater Saens Deluge Wagner selections Tristan and Isolde The Valkyrie Gotterdammerung Bach Passion Music and Verde Requiem.

Ciscrssatt Musical Festival Association Edward Lloyd London Theodore J. Toedt Myron W. Whitney Emil Fischer New York Mlle Clementina de Vere Corinne Moors Lawson

Reopening the Cronin Case in Ottawa Supreme Court

Judge McConnell signed the bill of exceptions in the Cronin case. Clerk Gilbert will sign tomorrow and the document goes to the Supreme Court at Ottawa where Forrest will apply for a supersedeas. This will return Coughlin Burke O'Sullivan from Joliet Prison to confinement relief and halt penitentiary labor.

Cuicasgo McConnell Cronin Gilbert Supreme Court Ottawa Forrest Coughlin Burke O'Sullivan Joliet Pricon

Carnegie Phipps Buys 5000 Tons Pig Iron at Sheffield

Special Telegram from Sheffield Ala reports Carnegie Phipps & Co purchased 5,000 tons of No 1 pig iron yesterday. The pig iron will be shipped by water to Pittsburg with deliveries extending over a number of months. Price not stated.

Carnegie, Phipps & Co Sheffield Dispatch Al.a Pittsburg

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