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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1890
Page
4
The Dispatch announces relocation of its business office to the corner of Smithfield and Diamond streets in Pittsburgh. The notice also outlines mailing and subscription terms and rates for The Dispatch and related offices.
The dispatch discusses the eight hour movement’s rising prominence and the plan to start in select industries and cities. It notes differing impacts across trades and cities and questions if a ten hour goal should precede a universal eight hour day.
The piece critiques Senator Voorhees for a strong free trade speech amid a low agricultural mood. It compares his attack on Andrew Carnegie to Belshazzar’s feast and questions future impact on tariff debates. The tone mocks political theatrics and warns of repeating the speech in the Congressional Record.
The Perry county License Court granted liquor licenses swiftly amid remonstrances, with Associate Judges Uscar and a partner approving licenses despite claims of selling to minors. The author condemns the process as a showcase of contempt for decency and impartial justice.
A fatal roof and wall collapse in Indianapolis during a Monday night fire draws harsh criticism of the city fire department. Observers urge prompt assessment of remaining structure safety and caution against letting burned buildings become hazards, signaling possible criminal negligence and broader safety concerns.
The New York Telegram questions the fate of government by the people as both parties push election laws to secure party success, noting a minority president in the White House and a split House of Representatives.
The piece argues that minority party control in elections and partisan rules imperil government by the people. It urges balanced scrutiny of both parties, warning that radical partisanship, not ideology, harms constitutional aims and calls for honest self critique across political lines.
The House sub-committee nears completion on a tariff bill with major cuts in sugar, fence wire, structural iron, steel rails, lumber, and tobacco taxes, plus higher duties on eggs potatoes and wool. Critics warn of political compromise while praising reduced revenue and uneven protection for agriculture.
The article critiques Mr. Balfour as cold hearted and lazy while praising Miss Tennant for breaking the match. It notes political tensions in Britain with Salisbury and Gladstone looming, and suggests Tennant’s compassion for Ireland may guide her decision away from a Cabinet career for a partner.
A fragment notes guidance given to young men on choosing the right path in life. The text highlights practical steps and character, reflecting a mentor’s emphasis on responsible choices and personal conduct.
The piece critiques Russell Sage about three principles of wealth and exposes past deceptions in corporate finance. It also notes Congressman Reyburn pressuring public charities, provoking indignation among managers who fear loss of reputation or accountability.
Michigan officials urge a Detroit river tunnel with funding from the United States Treasury. Pennsylvania and Maryland advocate a waterway tunnel through mountains rather than a submerged road. The President approves the tariff bill as reported by the sub committee, but uncertainty remains if Mr. Reed will count a quorum.
A survey of opinions touches on wood alcohol taxation, industrial favoritism, and government bents toward certain interests. References include Carerin the German, the Emperors and dynasties, North Dakota politics, the Sugar Trust, Louisiana Lottery, and railroading worries amid weather and labor unrest.
A collection of brief items mentions Hexark Ines writing a London life novel, Boston excitement, Mestor Keevy quiet, and the King of Holland's health. The Sultan gifts the German Emperor a Koran copy while William D. Howris denies reading Bellamy. Haggard is courted for a long lecture tour, and Circumnavigating Express tours world. Palmer may run for Michigan governorship. Mrs Oxr writes Browning biography. Mrs. Ger linked to the poet’s circle.
The Philadelphia Press reports a looming clash between the William L. Scott and William A. Wallace Democratic factions. Both sides risk internal conflict to avert a potential disaster and avoid a party split.
A March 18 dispatch from Scottdale reports 2000 acres of coal near Draketown in Somerset County moving into Eastern capitalists hands two miles from Connellsville Ursina Coke Company works. The coal quality matches Connellsville Ursina coal. investors plan immediate development with coke ovens and pits. Reed Brothers aim to add 300 ovens near Ursina, while the main group intends 6000 ovens total.
Windom proposed turning Liberty Island into an immigrant landing site drawing strong opposition from New York Republicans and Democrats. Cartoons in Puck and Judge portray Liberty as harmed by immigrant congestion, urging protection of the statue and its national symbolism. Indiana tariffs and photo flaws are also noted amid general commentary.
Invitations went to local working girls societies for a three day convention in New York City April 15 the event is hosted by the New York Boston Brooklyn associations and the Philadelphia New Century Working Women's Guild sessions will be at the Metropolitan Opera House and Cooper Union Kate McKnight and the Manchester branch will be represented by Helping Hand Society delegation members Grace H Dodge chairs the organizing committee with Virginia Potter and several others named delegates will be hosted at New York society rooms and a reception will close the event
Handsome invitations issued for the Princeton Alumni Association of Western Pennsylvania annual dinner to be held Tuesday March 2 1900 at 7 40 PM at the Duquesne Club Pittsburgh Sixth Avenue. Attendees include Rev Francis L Patton LL D president of Princeton University and other Princeton leaders. Officers and executive committee members are listed among attendees.
The coasting schooner Cetilia arrived at St James New Brunswick after a 70 foot humpback trailed the ship for a day and night. Captain Morton fired at the whale with a revolver and a crewman used a boat hook but the animal showed no fear, circling the vessel as it tacked. The whale was observed close to the rudder entangling its tail and appeared scarred from battles with swordfish. It was the largest seen in the Bay of Fundy area, causing unease among nearby crews.
A telegram from Greenville reports J. B. Robinson editor of the Jamestown Sentinel and Jon Minnie of Jamestown were married this evening. The Rev. J. R. Wallace officiated the ceremony.
A Meadville Tribune-Republican notice lauds The Dispatch as reliable enterprising and widely appreciated. It lauds its Sunday edition and broad news variety, noting growth beyond Pennsylvania. A later item reports the funeral of Mrs. Margery Fell, aged about 90, with eight children, 48 grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
A telegram from Greeneville reports the death of Marvin Loomis president of the First National Bank in Greeneville aged 2 years. He is described as one of the county’s wealthiest and best known citizens. Earlier, in San Francisco Judge John H. Hi, ex collector of the Port, died at his home this morning.
Emma Abbott’s appearance in the Rose of Castile last night drew social interest as she wore a coronation gown reportedly costing at least 14 000. The cardinal velvet robe with cobweb design and a gold cord featured a fall train carried by two pages.
A district institute for Knoxville Beltzhoover West Liberty and Lower St. Clair Baldwin townships will meet Friday evening March 21 and Saturday morning March 22 The Knoxville Presbyterian church hosts the evening session Mt Oliver school the morning Prof Samuel Hamilton and Prof George J Luckey speak in the evening Miss Lynn Amman recites The morning discusses school work with Moessra M Andrews A Bennett and W P Montgomery on the arrangements committee
Miss Cora E B Hayes and Mr John T Amend wed in a quiet ceremony at Fourth Avenue Baptist Church performed by Rev Dr Samuel J Hayes assisted by Rev William Ward Weat. The couple traveled to the bride’s Penn Avenue home for a brief reception before ending their evening at Brush ton, forgoing a wedding trip.
This evening features a reception by Ladies Aid Society No 4 Sons of Veterans with Guenther's seven piece orchestra. Tomorrow ends the Willing WorkersFourth Avenue Baptist Church series with a musical and literary program. Frederick Keppel lectures for TH Art Society from New York. Rev George T Purves speaks at Second Presbyterian Allegheny on Success. Robert J Burdette lectures at First M P Church on Advice to Young Men. Tickets available at 19 Fifth avenue.
A reader letter discusses whisky origins in Scotland and the United States, noting barley and corn bases, distillation stages, and flavor compounds. It warns against adulteration from copper stills and middlemen and condemns licenses selling poison, citing the Kegbeny murder and urging scrutiny of alcohol licensing.
A Pittsburg florist letter responding to a Dispatch piece argues that fashionable New York society aided Klonder financially and that many wealthy florists there and elsewhere were not at fault. The writer claims his own business never loses for nonpayment and asserts buyers, whether in society or not, can be moral and prompt with payments.
The text argues for Allegheny county's unity under one name Allegheny and projects countywide growth in the next census. It lists past city rankings and speculates on future positions of New York Philadelphia Chicago Boston and other large areas, highlighting shifts in population.
The Pennsylvania Railroad advertises an Eastern express to New York arriving at 8 a m and a Western express to Pittsburgh by 745 a m. Critics say trains fail to meet these times seventy five times out of one hundred and urge schedule changes to protect travelers.
A reader from Youngstown asks the editor who serves as Secretary of the Plumbers' Union in the city. The letter is dated March 19 and signed by M. from Allegheny with the address 34 Craig S.
A weekly list of United States patents issued to inventors in Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, and West Virginia for the week ending March 14. The notice, credited to patent lawyer O D Levis of Pittsburgh, itemizes numerous inventors and their devices including tramway loco motive, car door, steam boiler, wagon seat lock, steam generator, bottle bottling, hydraulic motor, wagon bed railer, and other mechanical improvements across multiple towns and states.
Millions of bees swarm Wilmington North Carolina amid mild weather and nearby wildflowers. The Wilmington Candy Manufactory shuts down for three days as bees invade stores and factory areas, with hot houses drawing hives into the city.
Commercial reports from London and Chicago indicate growing money demand with gains expected and a fair market response.
The Okeefinokee Swamp in South Georgia, formerly state owned, sold today to a syndicate for 2645 cents per acre. Purchasers must take the entire swamp with survey to determine exact acreage, estimated at around 1,000 acres, as the state sought to unload the property long unused and often given away. The group is led by Franklin Coxe of North Carolina and includes General a Male of and Henry Jackson of Georgia, with H. S. Buth New Jeeves and Marshall and Phillips of Pennsylvania among the buyers.
The Twenty third Annual State Encampment of the Minnesota G A R opened in Minneapolis with a large attendance led by General Russell A Alger Commander in Chief. State Commander A Barto spoke as reports showed 343 posts and members up 14 that year. A street parade and open reception followed a reception at the hotel.
The remains of W. S. Patterson were laid to rest at noon in Versailles Cemetery McKeesport. A large crowd attended with many floral tributes as the service was led by Rev A J Young of the U P Church and followed by addresses from Rev Moore and Rev Thorne. The Pittsburg Bar Association sent a large delegation to the funeral.
A man from Negaunee Mach. walked Lake avenue in Duluth munching greenbacks. Police found 407 dollars concealed between shirt and skin after he swallowed 85 bills. The man identified himself as M. M. Brand and acted under delusions that others sought his money. A separate note praises the Senate secret session as a rare open secret.
Special telegram from New Wilmington reports the government of Siam has sent six of its brightest youths to America for education at Westminster College. The royal students, from the caste and royal line, are chaperoned by Sete Matines and are to study for several years under the king's arrangement.
A speaker protests aging amid winter scenes, declaring heart and warmth undiminished by time. The verse contrasts December cold with May youth, asserting inner vitality despite advancing age and seasonal imagery.
The Mexico government is rumored to appoint Angel Nunez Ortez from Belgium to Russia and Romero Var from Berlin to Brussels. Senorvedra may become minister to Argentina, the justice minister to Germany, and General Mexia to the Pan American Congress in Lima.
Burlington dispatch reports Matthew Nealey age 83 died at his home near Caoville. He crafted the first coffin ever used by an Indian and was a son of Chief Keokuk. He came to this country long ago, with his family noted in the county.
A jumbled column of short items reports varied curiosities and alleged happenings. Notes include odd animal tales, high society quirks, exotic travels, and brief shocks across multiple regions, with names like Captain J. B. McCollum and places such as Newnan Georgia and DeLand Florida appearing among the miscellany.
A collage of humorous snippets from multiple papers includes quips about an Indian man not seeking office, stock jobbers on a cattle train, kerosene as hog cure, sign ideas for businesses, a waiter and soup mishap, a temperature mix up at Worthington, and lighthearted exchanges on marriage and bargains.
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