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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1890
Page
4
An obscure 1920s style notice listing offices and addresses for the Che Dispatch and related publishing house. It mentions publication locations Brentano’s Union Square New York and a hotel disappointment anecdote, with scattered garbled street numbers and offices.
A damaged OCR text lists various newspaper rate cards. It includes prices for daily and Sunday editions, weekly and biweekly options, and carrier delivery terms. No coherent event or person is identifiable.
The INSINE s OFFICE of THE DISPATCH will relocate to the corner of Smithfold and Dinmond streets in Pittsburg on or about April 1, 1890, after the date shown.
The debate over Senator Sherman’s anti trust bill emerges as a leading feature of this session. Senator West used Friday’s session for a tariff diversion while Sherman shows a sincere wish for action. Reagan favors a broader federal state split while Ingalls would tax death in futures and options. The opposition warns the move could undermine Farmers Alliances and Knights of Labor, but enforcement gaps may doom any measure. It remains to be seen if the Senate can resolve the issue or muddle through.
Floods spread from the lower Mississippi through Arkansas and Louisiana into Cincinnati and Louisville with four feet of river rise already affecting business districts. Pennsylvania and West Virginia high water adds to the threat, as Pittburgh remains comparatively spared. Authorities hope to halt riverbank encroachments to maintain safety.
Philadelphia police jailed Count di Montercoli after he distributed a circular attacking his wife on streets in a case framed as noblesse oblige. The piece notes broader warnings from Mandeville and Prince Murat and critiques marriages to titles.
A long reflection on moral restitution from the East where a 60 cent fare unpaid fifteen years ago was repaid with interest totaling 154 dollars. The piece cites the New York Tribune and compares petty restitutions to Gould’s larger coup, urging corporate managers to consider moral obligations alongside profits.
The writer argues that restitution by those who gained millions dishonestly would prove honesty remains alive. If large gains from watered stocks or anti-competitive conspiracies were returned, it would signal broad conscience beyond individuals. Small restitutions should proliferate toward significant ones.
The Supreme Court's Minnesota railroad decisions trace a tightening path on state control of railroads, refining prior Granger and Illinois rulings. It overrules a state law granting fixed-rate powers without appeal, sparking concern that federal judges protect corporate interests over sovereign state power.
The piece argues that government postal cards are among the poorest produced, alleging the contract went to a New York politician as political payback. It claims such favoritism lowers workmanship and undermines public service, noting partisan critiques from both sides and a Republican paper.
A Vancouver Chinook leader named Boakes hosted a potlatch style feast distributing gifts and claimed to be a grand chief equal to Queen Victoria. He ordered $100 to Balmoral, signaling a political nudge to fundraisers. The piece suggests political clubs imitate potlatches to curry favor. It also notes a Triple Alliance conference invitation to Wilhelm II, inviting him to assure loyalty, which he may decline.
The report suggests crude prices may not surge as Standard Oil squeezes outside refineries. It notes crude price movements near 650 units yesterday and implies the era of price-driven refinery pressure is not active at present.
The push for an eight hour day faces dispute as miners fear reduced earnings. Since pay is per unit produced, shorter hours could lower earnings unless output or rates change. The question remains whether the workers will accept the potential pay cut despite shorter shifts.
The passage discusses promoting gubernatorial growth through banquets in the city and New York, but doubts that this method reliably reaches the intended office. It suggests the time is not yet right for feast-givers to influence political outcomes.
The Fifth Avenue Traction is introducing new trains of cable cars to handle rising traffic and hints at potential competition without feeling alarmed, signaling confidence in expansion.
Report claims P T Barnum’s request to erect tents in New York City has been refused, provoking shock. The piece urges correction and warns that such denial would imply politicians in New York have lost touch with a revered American institution.
The report states positively that the Pennsylvania Railroad will equip all its passenger cars for steam heating by next winter. It notes a past similar announcement a year ago and questions ongoing immigrant landing issues in New York.
A convicted Alderman, accused of abusing judicial power, continues duties while a physician’s certificate declares him too ill to testify before the License Court. The situation raises questions about legal procedure and accountability.
A fragmented op ed laments over county seat surveys in Western Pennsylvania, pension politics, jail costs at Ludlow Street, and the fate of Sunday shaving in Pittsburgh. It also notes a Chicago trip for New Yorkers and a South Carolina wind storm used to validate a meteorologist’s broader Atlantic forecast.
Lawrence Darbett at Nice reports improved health. The Sultan of Turkey advised to exercise. he is gaining flesh. Mrs Marshall Roberts will pay 12.4W for Lord Spencer’s London house season use. Helen Allingham becomes first woman member of England’s Royal Society of Painters in Water Colors. France jokes about Ernst Zola not sharing a name with Emil Zola. An Emperor godfather lineage notes three royal godfathers for sons. J Watson in Australia intends to win blue ribbon with Australian blood. two horses in England for the Derby. Queen Victoria prepares to leave Windsor for Aix les Bains staying three weeks at Villa Mottet renamed Villa Victoria.
A Pennsylvania town recounts a murder suicide by Henry Lebo last year. Neighbors report a headless woman apparition near the Lebo home, with Mrs. Ruppert among witnesses, while Lebo lies in Alsace Church cemetery and his wife in a separate grave nearby. Some residents seek Lebo’s exhumation.
An Tnexpert and Luckless Gambler, from the Philadelphia Times, notes Prince Hatzfeldt who recently wed an American millionaire's daughter has become a notably unlucky gambler in Paris. He accepts losses calmly, perhaps comforting himself that he is losing someone else’s money.
A new counterfeit ten cent coin mimics real money with genuine silver plating over German silver and 1887 date. Secret Service reports it may be milled with a screw press, producing a sharp edge, and lacks deep milling. Few are in circulation, spotted three days ago by Special Officer J P Brooks.
The Grand Army of the Republic announced the purchase of a land tract at Cedar Creek battle ground. The acquisition was made in Huston Virginia with the date listed as March 2.
Henry Williame of Bellevue born in 1912 in Baltimore and long resident of Allegheny, operated on Robinson Street and in Bellevue until health declined. He served as Sabbath school superintendent and church official. Also cited is the death of Mrs Maggie C Blair, longtime Recorder's Office copyist, active in charity and church work. funeral at Highth church this afternoon.
Willan Youn a head bookkeeper at Marvin and Co. factory on South Thirteenth Street died at home after month long consumption. He was son of Hugh Young a longtime South side resident. In Newton, Harlow Farlow president of the Cincinnati Sandusky and Cleveland Railroad died suddenly at his residence this morning.
In Havana on March 24 Rodriguez Baer Portuguese Consul there is reported dead. Authorities have not released further details as investigations begin.
A magazine review recounts two travelers, Dr. Henry M. Field and Francis C. Sessions, detailing their Blarney Castle visit and notes on Naples Munich and the Golden Horn. It discusses Sessions editor’s jaunting car description, Field’s sentimental reflections, and other readers’ impressions along with brief mentions of related travel books and authors.
The Progressive Club of the Southside met last night and discussed electing delegates to the Working Girls Convention in New York. The event was postponed and no decision was made on sending a representative.
The Southside Turners hosted a benefit entertainment in the ball last night to aid Prof. George SP tasketend and the Old Fellows' singing society while Mt Oliver Hampsee participated in the program.
Gilbert and Sullivan's H M S Pinafore revived by Duff Company to a large Pittsburg audience. The cast includes Igby Bell, Mark Smith, Bassett, W H Clack, McLaughlin and Grace Atherton with a 70-voice chorus. The production features a realistic Portsmouth harbor deck setting and a full moon night scene.
Standing room was tight as Pittsburg audiences saw The Twelve Temptations. The Savanillas danced a grotesque quadrille, Little Lords Fauntleroy impressed, Terra Cotta ballet with live cockatoos drew praise, and the Devans gymnastics offered rare specialties. The four State ballet and the Sea Queen transformation drew repeated applause.
The Hennett brothers lead a vaudeville bill with famous rifle and pistol shooting from Barnum circus alumni. Sheridan and Flynn, Zie Zag quartet, Sheffer and Mlakely, Margie Cline, Cain and Lorena, Lottie Gilson, Turner and Russell, and others perform in a first class variety show at Mr Williams' theater this week.
Harris' Theater reported a large yesterday crowd for Under the Lash. Walter Sanford stars as the hero with W A Morarity and David Keate as villains. Annie Russell shines as the blind heroine amid a cast including a vivacious soubrette and two capable acting dogs.
The World’s Museum drew crowds yesterday with Maggie the midget and her offspring among curiosities, plus a diverse program of exhibits and a merit-worthy play. The Vasino Museum also offered a large array of curiosities and a good variety show attracting many visitors.
Special Telegram to the Dispatch from Mansfield Pennsylvania reports Prof John Collins who led Mifflin township schools for three years has accepted the role of Principal over Beaver schools. He will oversee about 20 teachers and supervise minor branches. Compensation is described as flattering and he is regarded among foremost educators.
The Senate Privileges and Elections committees split along party lines over Montana's contest. The majority report, presented by Mr. Hoar, centers on which of two Silver Bow five-member groups was entitled to seat in the House, with Saunders Powers versus Maginnis Clark as the contested pair and no adjudication by the House itself.
The report examines which group of five Silver Bow members had lawful credentials to sit and vote, noting A F Bray P E K Dotman F H Hoffman J H Monteath and William Thompson presented State Canvassing Board credentials and joined the Iron Hall House until after Saunders and Power were elected Senators.
A committee weighs certificates of election for five Silver Bow Republicans led by Bray, supporting credentials from the State Board over county clerk issuances. They affirm the State Board’s certificates reflect the majority vote and deem the five Republican members properly seated despite disputed titles.
The inquiry centers on the honesty of the election board at precinct 34 Bilver Bow county and canvassing records. The majority conclude the State Board of Canvassers did its duty while deeming precinct 4 irregular and fraudulent based on poll lists showing 174 voters in alphabetical order and uniform support for all officers and the constitution across parties.
In Silver Bow County the vote split was razor close with 7 000 votes and a single 80 vote swing changing the majority. The majority laments public canvass and naturalized alien doubts while the minority asserts the true Montana Legislature met in Helena and elected Senators, rejecting the Iron Hall claim and noting five Silver Bow members lacked المقاطع.
The United States Senate has historically bypassed certificates and determined actual winners when state legislatures fail to decide seated members. In Alabama's Sykes v Spencer dispute, the body proceeded to identify who was truly elected.
Tanz rules Silver Bow county elected Clark and Maginnis representatives. Five non elected individuals counted by the Territorial Board of Canvassers were certified despite clear returns favoring Democrats. Republicans push for party alignment and a Senate vote, Democrats urge referral to Montana voters.
The Central Methodist Conference favors a peace policy in civil government and opposes expanding coast defenses. Delegates discuss next year’s meeting site, with Mount Carmel preferred, and several members admitted on trial. A fundraiser supports veterans as the conference prepares to adjourn tomorrow.
A description extols The Dispatch as the most influential Pennsylvania newspaper with a comprehensive daily issue and a mammoth Sunday D-page edition. It highlights its impartial news, ample facilities, and valuable coverage for local readers and interests.
General Williams acts as Adjutant General as General Schofield issues the first general order since Crook's death. The order directs commanding officers to appoint a defense counsel for any prisoner arraigned at court martials, reporting to the appointing authority if no officer is available.
A telegraph report from Kixowoop West Virginia on March 24 lists seven local residents over four years old. The oldest is Henry Hardesty who has passed his 80th birthday. Ages given include Peter Metheny 5, Mary Titchenell 8, Judith Titchenell Mrs Harnett and Mrs Elenore Stirling each 5, and Newton Melive 81.
Mrs. Harrison and party arrived at the East Tennessee depot near Atlanta. They were greeted by Mayor Glenn and ex Governor Bullock among others. They toured Bullock’s home, lunched, and attended a Capitol City Club reception.
Rev Joseph M Duff pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Mansfield Pa receives the degree of doctor of philosophy from Western Theological Seminary. He belongs to the long established Scotch Irish family of the area and has lived there for a century.
The Immigration Committee visited Ellis Island Pedloe’s and Governor’s Island to inspect sites for an emigrant landing depot. They favored placing Castle Garden under Federal control and keeping the current officers, with Ellis Island viewed as the preferred depot site.
Bishop O Connor in Mercy Hospital at critical condition will complete forty second year as a priest today. Telegrams arrived to mark the occasion but hospital condition may prevent observance this morning.
A collage of odd local notes from Dawson Lane NEATIES on a Flint Michigan institute mute challenge to fight other mutes in the United States. Reports mention the Shah of Persia sending engineers to Persia, literacy in Russia, a Montreal leader in the boodler era, and various quirky incidents across Michigan Alaska Georgia and Canada.
A collage of misquoted lines from various papers humorously skewers vanity, memory, luck, and social timing. The snippets mention church wisdom, reputations, money, appetite, happiness, spring fashions, courtship, and engagements with a mock-newsroom cadence.
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