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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1891
Page
4
A fragmented notice announces a fire dispatch sale at Brentano's and Union Square in New York, with unclear details about dates and locations. The readable fragments reference a newsstand and a Paris area shop opening, suggesting a sale of dispatch material.
Fragmented OCR from a Pittsburgh newspaper dated Thursday March 36 1891. The readable items reference Poeter IX The United States Day Dweraven and other seemingly garbled sections. It mentions daily dispatch pricing and Sunday deliveries but no clear events or people beyond generic references. The piece resembles a clipped masthead with month names and subscription notes rather than a cohesive news item.
The Census bulletin argues the colored population is not rising as fast as whites in the South. It notes the 1870 gain was likely due to undercounting and suggests the black share may be declining relative to whites. It also observes blacks outnumber whites in only three Southern states, affecting the political outlook for voter power and white supremacy debates.
The piece argues against creating a city bank of issue for precious certificates to aid street contractors. Taxpayers boast of reducing interest debt, while a bill would exclude public votes and favor contractor needs and council convenience. It recalls 1873 water bonds abuses and warns against over expansion of negotiable certificates.
Sacramento reports indicate The Dispatres preaction blocking full investigation into bribery charges tied to a recent senatorial contest. The piece argues lawmakers prefer imputation over inquiry and urges voters to replace dishonest officials and seek transparent explanations at the next election.
The Capitol Building Commission plans to repair the old State House at £125,000 and add a new library wing for £500,000. The Philadelphia Inquirer condemns the patchwork approach while the piece predicts public support for a modern marble capitol. It argues better facilities may not change legislators’ character, noting roosters and snakes still thrive amid ornate surroundings.
The article derides proposed capital improvements as a costly white elephant and mocks a Philadelphia Inquirer suggestion that the old building might fall during repair. It argues for funding the project in sections and ridicules the library wing cost estimates while noting legislative inaction on the Constitution.
A Nebraska senator amid a bitter clash of grangers and corporate interests fled to Virginia rather than vote on a railway bill. The piece suggests corporate influence and hints the senator may have been bribed, describing a dramatic escape as a warning about legislative pressure and corruption.
Texas Congressman William Martin tests living on a modest budget in Washington and reports a comfortable life at five hundred dollars per month. He returns to Texas with most of the $20,000 salary earned over four years, showcasing Jeffersonian simplicity.
The piece argues that regulators may set reasonable rates and condemns railways for abusing rebates and maintaining local traffic monopolies. It contrasts Pennsylvania and Ohio practices, noting Western missteps and praising competition as the natural governor of prices. It urges reforms to restore fair rates across all railroad branches.
The Kansas Farmers Alliance rejects reports that it seeks to repudiate farm mortgages. A formal state declaration states the organization does not intend to disturb debtor creditor relations or jeopardize debt collection or repudiation of honest obligations.
The Philadelphia press reassures that Speaker Reed travels to Europe for a routine trip. It notes fears he would count on returning Congressmen to influence the quorum, amid political rest and exigencies.
The New York Sun notes Felton Kyle Palmer and Hill as examples to counter claims that many millionaires enter the Senate. Felton is two millionaires, Palmer and Kyle were elected after political upheaval, so proof of a regular political tendency is not convincing. Still, a change is discerned and cause matters aside.
A seat on the New York Stock Exchange recently sold for 10000 dollars, the lowest price in years. The scarcity of lambs wood has made seats in speculative exchanges uncomfortable to sit in.
An editorial misreads railroad regulation arguing for broader state cession of control. The inter state commerce act aims to assure equal rates and prevent favoritism, not universal rate cuts, guarding shippers from hidden price advantages.
A historical note questions ex Minister Phelps view of arbitration in the sealing dispute and urges Secretary Blaine to mediate a reciprocity treaty between New York and Connecticut to foster harmony between American governments.
The article surveys record peacetime Congress work and heavy financial moves including a $90,000,000 stock issue for the Union Pacific Mailroad. It notes political maneuvers around Mill’s Speakership bid and comments on weather patterns and storms linked to the sun’s crossing.
A fragment suggests President Harrison hunted ducks at Saltpeter Creek, implying a modified Salt River nearby around 1800. The note hints at a historical mapping or naming confusion in early American frontier areas.
The piece lists notable figures and anecdotes: Gold-bar Foster replaces Calico Charlie as Treasury Secretary. Hawaiian heir apparent is named Victoria Kawekin Kalulani Lunalilo Kalaninulahilapalapa 16. Confederate General Johnston dies leaving Beauregard as sole surviving full general. Bowrs Boors rejects $25,000 for his life story. President Harrison faces a flood of mail and political guidance requests. Cornelius Bresnihax claims Moylan ancestry and seeks property, while Frank RK. Stockton anecdotes about dinner with a jesting hostess. Breckinridge uses few gestures in Congress. Dr. Jordan named president of Leland Stanford Jr University. James Wallcoms Arvey lectures and recalls writing on a kitchen table.
A fragmentary dialogue notes a man named Bitumi on his death rumor. Biocess claims Bitumi’s death may be linked to a sudden event. DiegeNs questions the cause while Biocess mentions Chilean coal buyers paying 55 per ton, implying a potential motive.
The Jester notes red crows are almost ex tine and clarifies he means Crow Indians not birds, prompting the Ornithologist to exclaim his unfamiliarity with such beings. The exchange reveals a linguistic misdirection and cultural reference.
Dialogue shows De Lush arriving unexpectedly and inebriated. De Hresa teases him about traveling to Europe while De Lush jokes he is half seas over and on his way. The exchange captures a humorous moment of misdirection and camaraderie.
Canton characterizes Young Swellers as obsessed with clothes claiming he owns 200 pair trousers. He jokes that Swellers is a pantalo onatic while discussing dress. The exchange reflects humorous slang and playful identity in local dialogue.
Reported discovery of medicines that destroy the taste for liquor noted daily. Debtors of the cup may need a list of substances to avoid. The concept of a steady drinker resigning to such a change is viewed as extreme.
In a street scene the crowd reacts to a sudden wartime turn as De Bull and De Lamb celebrate with bravado. De Bear questions the drunken joy while De Bull maintains the same old routine amid the commotion.
The text notes that neither the Mata group nor the mob attacked the Louisiana Lottery, an exponent of vested capital, indicating institutions in New Orleans with firm footing and public resilience.
A cryptic collection of maxims contrasts work and idleness with social expectations. It hints at marriage, divorce, affection, and discipline, using altered sayings and riddles to provoke reflection on behavior and consequences.
The leading US authority on proper trouser width at the line has been suspended from a Newark club for habitual intoxication. The incident raises concern that fashion readers may lose guidance on current trouser width rules this year.
A brief cartoonish exchange shows the Monopolist stepping out for air while the Socialist notes his wealth and venture, with light quips about fortunes and leisure. The dialogue hints at class tensions through playful dialogue between characters named Wice, Passiso, and Jerry.
A New York editorial notes the quote that every incomplete work is a monument to human folly, highlighting that the New York Grant monument is not a monument to General Grant and reflects public misperception of the tribute.
Boston Beacon reports a Russian officer Colonel Crizenko living in Pultown who says he joined the army in 1759 and fought at Ismail under Suvoroff. He supposedly received a medal from Empress Catherine II for valor, casting doubt on whether the tale matches his true age and exploits.
Congressman Cannon argues the Republican Congress was driven to high spending by the inaction of its predecessor. The pieces suggest the discussion centers on the origins of large appropriations and the political fault lines shaping fiscal policy.
A Telegraphed dispatch from Hot Springs Arkansas recounts Diamond Joe Reynolds building the Hot Springs Railway to ease costly stage travel to the springs. The piece notes Reynolds recent death and the looming consolidation with Jay Gould’s Missouri Pacific system, praising the railway’s historic wealth and regional impact.
Obituary tribute to Diamond Joe Reynolds highlighting his wealth and philanthropy. The article credits him with fair wages and loyalty rewards, noting he funded rail line workers housing on the Hot Springs Railroad and left deeds to wives after long service. His death draws widespread mourning.
The elder miner known as Diamond Joe Reynolds died last month at a mining camp in Arizona after a long illness. He left an estate estimated over 10 million dollars with properties in Arizona and Colorado plus railways, real estate, stages and hotels. His widow plans large charitable gifts including 50 000 for six trusted employers and a training society for boys. Reynolds had long provided for employees partially through business partnerships and stock in the Hot Springs Railroad.
Mrs. Reynolds, widow of Diamond Joe, lives simply at Aurora despite wealth. She refused social prominence and plans to funnel her late husband’s fortune into charitable causes mentioned previously.
A vivid scene in Allegheny County contrasts peaceful blooming orchards with a storm that cooled the dust and refreshed the area. The author notes bees and blue-bottles in the air while describing a local mood and light humor about heat and a benumbed vocabulary.
A passenger on the Umbria's voyage steadies amid fog and wind, as Sir Bedivere lies on deck calm and noble. A sobbing child and anxious mother find solace as the dog comforts them with a gentle lick and steadfast dignity.
Crautes Euniy Verner appears at Harriet Theater next week and the Irwin Brothers perform at Harry Williams academy. E H Sothern visits Duquesne Theater for Maister of Woodbarrow with a strong company. Sol Smith Russell graces Grand Opera House with his Hampstead humor in Work Vale. W J Scanlan, Irish comedian and vocalist, plays Miles Aroon at the Bijou next week with four new songs.
Hartford report shows the House accepted an unfavorable committee report on canvass of votes and rejected the Senate resolutions declaring Democratic State officers elected.
Judge John B. Chamberlin, longtime inmate at the Home for Aged Men in Wilkinsburg, died yesterday morning after a four year stay. Born in Frelighsburg, Quebec, Canada, he lived in New Brighton and Fallston, served in law and politics, edited papers, and held the post of first New Brighton postmaster before serving as judge of the Twenty-seventh judicial district. He was reared Presbyterian and later joined the Episcopal Church. He was married.
William J. McTighe of the McClure Coke Company died yesterday morning after a brief illness caused by heart weakness. A native of the city, he trained in Emmittsburg and began in banking before returning to join McClure Coke. He married a daughter of John Scully and leaves seven children. He was highly regarded as upright and conscientious in business.
Beaveree Faul ts reports the death of Henry Dillon aged unknown at his Beaveree home with a noted Lincoln era anecdote about a height challenge between Dillon and Abraham Lincoln. Dresden notes the death of General Count George Frederic Alfred von Fabrice, Saxony’s ministerial figure, former war chief and architect of army reforms, born May 23, 1515.
John T. Milt burn died in Louisville at 7 PM from arsenic poisoning after a year in exile. Born in Lebanon Kentucky in 1850 he studied law with ex Governor Knott and served as Captain of Company A Tenth Kentucky Infantry U S Volunteers under Justice John M. Harlan. A longtime leader within the Knights of Honor he held the title of Supreme Protector for many years.
Toropo reports the death of General John C. Lee a former Ohio lieutenant governor and noted officer in Rosecrans era He commanded troops guarding Washington fortifications against the Richmonds until illness last night.
John McGraw died at his Tarentum residence on Tuesday aged about 72. He formerly lived on the Southside and was well known locally. The funeral will be held tomorrow from his late Tarentum home. Samuel P. Zeigler, Carlisle, reports the death of Dr Samuel P. Ziegler, a prominent physician aged 74, longtime member of the State Medical Society and the oldest practicing in the city.
General Daniel H Wells of the Nauvoo Legion died in Salt Lake City yesterday from pleuro pneumonia. He served as counselor to the Twelve and was an official of the Mormon Church. Also reported Ex Warden J J Randall of the Penitentiary in St Paul died this morning of heart disease after a recent sensational episode.
Spectal telegram from Zanesville reports Rev. L B W Shryock former president of Muskingum College of Westmoreland county Beallsville passed away today at age 65. Also notices for Warren Barrett centenarian and Mrs J M Pattison wife of Congressman J M Pattison of Milford die this morning while Rufus King prominent attorney dies at 74.
The Aldine Club in New York hosts a dinner where E J Glade, famed Alaska traveler, discusses his voyage and the hunt for Pittsburger men Albert Bronot Bchant Wells and Price. A key grip links a landlady’s husband’s lost voyage and an insurer’s claim, drawing attention to dangers at sea. The piece also covers Allegheny U P Theological Seminary commencements and social notes about weddings and a noted artist reception at Carnegie Hall.
An evening program by the Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor at Fourth Presbyterian Church evaluates to a social. Miss Marie Brock from Beaver College will attend as guest for the Jama couple's event at Sheri AN. Pride of the West Council No 77 D of L hosts a social at American Hall Allegheny next Tuesday. WesterNS Stan Lopez No 4 LA C F marks its 61st anniversary at Union verses Legion Hall Sixth Avenue. The Botanical Society of Western Pennsylvania presents a program tonight. Maes Jonny B Stupsom hosts friends at Irwin Avenue at 6 PM. Westminster College alumni banquet tonight at Hotel Schlosser. Miss Eoxsa Morkkow hosts euchre gathering tonight.
A New York State Meter Inspector’s deputy explains that raising pipe pressure can push excess gas through meters, causing overuse. He notes gas companies dislike evening pressure surges and says consumers can regulate flow by partially shutting off at the meter to steady lights and save about 20 to 25 percent of gas.
A rapid miscellany notes Japan’s yen value near 23 cents in gold, New Jersey plant diversity at 6641 species, Washington’s cannibalism rise, a cooking advertisement, Crandall Creek geology, U S iron output, Nova Scotia gold yield drop, Icelandic Bible translation anniversary, a Cincinnati drugstore death, and various oddities. It also lists consular reports, church finances, theft sentences, gun arms bequests, and market observations with scattered data points.
A garbled mosaic of quotes mocks acting politics and newspaper misprints. It cites Thespis Lumastar and assorted periodicals, noting misprints and playful exchanges about performances and letters, reflecting a satirical montage rather than a single event.
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