28 Mar 1891
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1891
Page
1
In Sligo McCarthyite MPs trigger a theater of jokes around Par n ell as fire engine stunts derail his hotel speech. Police recover the engine. McCarthyites leave the Imperial Hotel as Parnell and allies mock the disruption.
An article notes the Pope’s concern over Irish factional warfare and suggests a regenerated United Catholic party of Ireland as a path to renewed relations with Britain. It mentions a leading Irish prelate in Rome with instructions to push this plan and hints at Parnell’s removal as a trigger.
A Madrid correspondent notes Spain’s Holy Week observances with strict quiet and ritual. No vehicles on the streets from dawn to dusk as faithful visit seven churches. Queen Christine performs a foot washing ceremony and pours Florida water on twelve elderly volunteers, then serves guests at a royal banquet as waitress in front of diplomats and 1,800 guests.
The passage notes that hardship has spread beyond the poor to the well to do, citing Count Crispi’s move to private life as an example. It suggests mounting financial strain could force his successor to push for an end to the government’s alliance, contributing to Italy’s embarrassing condition.
At 8 pm in Sefia Premier Stambuloff and Finance Minister Baltcheff were ambushed near their residences. Baltcheff fell dead after three shots. three accomplices aided the killer’s escape in the darkness. Police search the city for all connected as crowds swelled and motives remained unclear.
Zoe Gayton the actress completed a coast to coast trek from San Francisco to New York in thirteen days to beat a $2000 bet as blizzards and hardship tested her endurance. She started August 27, crossed the country with manager William Marshall, faced sprains and cold, and finished at Grand Central Depot exactly 3 51 PM.
Sir Charles Dilke will publish a letter on colonial affairs criticizing the Newfoundland matter. He praises Lord Salisbury’s policy as above criticism, cautions that the arbitration bill’s handling is amusing, and warns that opposing France could risk war over lobster rights and drying fish facilities. He laments past timidity and fears the solution may threaten the colony and colonial system.
During the summing up in the assault rioting case against Michael O'Brien Dalton and others, the court house at Tipperary was set ablaze causing alarm. All occupants escaped to the street as the building burned, with a barrister noting flames reflected on the roof dome while police and the judge kept order.
London is almost empty as society leaders and politicians depart for holidays. The Prime Minister travels to the South of France while Mr. Ashmead Bartlett goes to Italy. Trains to the Continent and north are crowded, the impression of a balmy escapist retreat replaces daily public life.
March 27. Parliament passed a bill making Shakespeare's London home a national treasure to protect it from destruction or sale. The piece notes the home’s auction history since 1847 and contrasts it with the Queen's Grasse residence used at £600 per day.
March 27 report from London notes a remarkable string of accidents as opera glasses fall from boxes into stalls. A gentleman was severely cut and removed unconscious. The issue has been referred to the Government architect with hope for preventive measures.
The great Port Richmond Iron Works of the I. P. Morris Company changes hands in a large transaction. The Cramps secure one of the country’s largest iron works adjacent to their ship yard. The Port Richmond works cover about five acres and employ about 500 men and are famous nationwide among iron workers.
New York dispatch reports Fred Hansen, captain of a scow loaded with filling material, saved his wife from the tilting craft at Pier 1 North River. As he pushed her to safety, the scow lurched and dumped its load into the water, drawing him down. Police followed but he was lost, believed buried by the mass of earth. The wife survived and was cared for at Governors Island.
Chicago March 27 Dr William M Gentry asserts possession of a grip microbe captured on glass slides after outdoor exposure inspiring a search for space dust microbes. He testifies to identical microbes in mucus from a grip patient and describes the microbe as seven lines radiating around a round body. He demonstrates to doctors and notes experimental quirks of his digestion and drinking before further testing.
Concorp N H March 27 Senator Chandler faces charges from many Republicans that he imported Seckless Jerry Simp son from Kansas and released him in New Hampshire to smash the Republican party. Critics say the move follows his factional defeat and aims to derail railroads and shift Farmers' Alliance influence. Evidence is circumstantial but considered persuasive by both sides. Some say Chandler seeks revenge for his political fate by attacking leaders of his party and rail interests.
A preview notes Wakeman's travel letter and South American news along with science gossip and class news. The Dispatch promises twenty pages of content including global letters, local updates, and varied features for tomorrow’s edition.
Philadelphia March 27 The New York division railroad workers sign a petition seeking about 15 percent wage increases and will present it directly to General Manager Pugh. Firemen on the same branch, largely Brotherhood Firemen members, also petition for raises bringing pay to 225 dollars for a round trip. Neither petition implies a strike action.
Special Telegram to the Distator reports Jesus Merma, once a prosperous ranchman with 20,000 acres and 4,000 cattle, killed rival Jose Garcia after a love triangle with Antonia Veldez. Convicted of murder in the first degree, he was sentenced to death and hanged himself by tearing his blanket into strips in his cell the night before.
In Rosedale area farmers, plagued by chicken thieves, used trap guns guarding poultry houses. An unknown man attempting entry into a roost near Rosedale was seriously injured when the device discharged, blowing away the left side of his body. He carried sacks, padlocks, and tools.
Edward Casperson a 13 year old Burlington resident confessed to attempts to wreck Burlington branch passenger trains on the Pennsylvania Railroad. He said a ruined wagon sparked the plan to dump a train, fooled detectives, and will be sent to Reform School after commitment to jail.
A mass meeting of Italians in Holborn Hall is described as a pitiful failure with an audience mainly reporters and a small number of unrepresentative Italians from Saffron Hill. No notable figures attended and the hall was less than half full.
Loxpow March 27. In Matlock a retired businessman's wife was found murdered last night. She lay dead in an arm chair with a bullet wound, fired through the window. Police arrested the husband, but no firearm was found on the premises.
The Bank of Leghorn suspended with liabilities of 10 million dollars, two major houses failed, and a prominent financier in Rome killed himself amid money troubles. The crisis follows Italy's entry into the Dreibund and rising taxes to fund the army and eve[y] levies.
General Grosvenor opens for the defense in the Kincaid case arguing self defense. Physicians describe the defendant as weak and nervous at the time. Colonel Heath testifies he knew both deceased and accused, with objections over earlier threats delaying further questioning. Court adjourns to resume tomorrow.
A Paris report states Eveline Neale, described as a handsome English woman, was arrested for fraud after she duped 43 men into marriage by posing as a wealthy widow. Her latest target was a viscount who nearly ruined himself through gambling, per special cables to tomorrow's Dispatch.
The sale of the property and franchise of the Clearfield Bituminous Coal Corporation, scheduled in Philadelphia, is postponed until April 1. Bond interest has not been paid since July 1, 1888, totaling 1,650,000 dollars. Knickerbocker Trust Company of New York is trustee and asked to proceed by the bondholders.
Senator elect John M. Palmer denied any promise to speak in Chicago Monday for Mayor Cregier. He will not arrange campaign participation until after tomorrow's meeting of the Democratic State Central Committee in Chicago, where efforts may push ex Mayor Carter Harrison to withdraw and heal the party breach.
In Boston on March 27, in federal court before Judge Nelson the government was granted a three month extension to introduce testimony before the court appointed examiner in the Bell Telephone case.
The 414 percent loan with a little over 50701 outstanding will mature September 1. Treasury officials expect no trouble meeting the redemption and did not brief Congress. The department stands ready to redeem bonds with interest to maturity, and daily redemptions show holders are not in a hurry to sell.
The ship building firm of William Cramp and Sons completes negotiations to buy the Port Richmond Iron Works adjoining their yard in Philadelphia. The acquisition expands Cramp’s facilities and strengthens their coastal operations for wartime era production. Officials confirm the agreement and integration plans proceed through registry and pending approvals.
Snow began last night in Harrisonburg at nine and by this evening reaches about 16 inches. A steady storm persisted through the day, blanketing the region and disrupting daily activity.
A Roselle milkman, Jack Kennedy, drew a big crowd at Elm House restaurant in N J to attempt a 20 dollar bet by eating 50 fried eggs in ten minutes. He finished in 15 seconds over the ten minute mark. Eggs were dried in vinegar and the scene drew sporting men and local attention.
Des Moines dispatch reports the State Temperance Alliance will file for mandamus to compel the Secretary of State to produce a copy of the state constitution containing the 1882 prohibitory amendment. Court action aims to revert the 1883 Supreme Court ruling. supporters claim a majority favor reversal. The move signals Republican hopes to shield the amendment against Democratic repeal efforts.
Henry O Berg a 62 year old former monk publicly leaves the Roman Catholic Church in Indianapolis and is baptized a Christian. The German born man cites doubts about papal infallibility purgatory and transubstantiation, notes he gave $15 000 to the order, and now sells Dr McGlynn's books after monastery life left him lacking self reliance and a calling.
OmanA March 27. Enjoy O'Reilly of the Parnell faction arrived this morning and an hour later was told by a delegation of Irish Americans that Omaha would contribute nothing to the election fund until assured of a change.
Springfield Int March 27 two bills were presented one to penalize voters who refuse to register and another to require registered voters who do not vote to serve on juries until the panel is exhausted before other citizens are drawn.
Brooklyn reports the death of Charles Arbuckle, born in Allegheny City, a leading coffee magnate with the Arbuckle Coffee Company. He built wealth through real estate in Brooklyn, including the Marguerita and a major apartment, and faced notoriety from the Baby Ban ting breach of promise suit. Remains to be cremated in Pittsburg. funeral held at his brother’s Willow Street home.
March 27 note on Legislature day sees many bills. a railroads bill aims to regulate rates by using county land valuations and railroad costs to set a per road tariff. The plan creates a sliding scale based on county prosperity, with a 6 percent dividend target for rail carriers. Dispatch to cover Britain and Europe.
About 100 Plumbers and Gas Fitters Union members in Indianapolis refuse to sign a union agreement granting employers right to hire non union workers. They are locked out of shops of master plumbers linked to Philadelphia firms. The dispute intensifies as carpenters and contractors become involved in the broader labor conflict.
Jerseyville Mo March 27 George Harris of Newbern famed for a 33 day fast was adjudged insane and to be placed in an asylum this morning. The Dispatch notes readers can find quick answers to wants through classified advertising as investors artists bargain beaters and buyers and sellers scan the section.
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