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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1892
Page
7
Twelve pages Pittsburg editorial calls on business leaders to actively secure space and facilities at the Chicago Exposition. It objects to coal and oil exhibit bans, arguing safety can be managed with proper precautions. It warns apathy will harm Pittsburg’s image and future gains.
The New York World cites Speaker Crisp’s refusal to report gag rules unless a majority of Democrats signs a petition. It notes his firm parliamentary principles, suggesting he would yield only if his party demanded it. The piece laments lack of a backbone in leaders when party pressure grows.
The New York legislative investigation into coal pricing shows a $155 mine price, $350 tidewater, and $525 to the consumer, revealing high profits for operators and railroads. Wholesalers and retailers claim small margins, but wharfage and charges inflate costs. The piece notes twenty years of anti-competitive freight practices and argues that transportation could drop to 75 cents per ton if competition worked.
The move to limit production and curb competition in the anthracite coal trade has pushed prices at least 150 dollars per ton above normal. Analysts say only the future can reveal how much higher the new combination will raise prices.
The piece condemns Parisian anarchists and the liberal French government, arguing violence fuels opposition to despotism yet anarchism thrives where government favors a privileged elite. It warns that arson and assassination undermine popular will and that suppression is likely, noting the root cause lies in societal inequality.
A telegraphic report notes New Jersey at Newark City Home experimenting with electric current as a punitive measure for misbehaving youths. The piece weighs moral concerns and defends fear as a deterrent, while warning about unknown health effects and urging moral suasion for lasting reform.
A Washington Post note on an arrest warrant for a burglary shows reporters exposing quiet police reticence. The piece argues for press energy to spur police action, noting delays from publishing workflow and urging public tolerance of such intrusions.
The House heard eulogies for General Spinola delivered by New York’s Timothy Campbell and James J. Belden. Both speakers read identical typewritten speeches, prompting notice of near-simultaneous cerebral origination and remarkable sameness in ideas and language.
The piece discusses two politicians Belden and Campbell praising General Spinola with identical language, noting a curious coincidence that scholars compare to Mark Twain. It covers other items including calls for a Department of Commerce and Trade, fireproofing hotels, and political commentary on state and city governance.
The text argues Egan is upset at being linked to Harlow charges while insisting on accountability for his own actions and his son’s. It suggests government relief from burdens and notes U S troops in Texas advancing amid broader policy shifts. It hints at industry boosts and political critique surrounding wool and anti-Quay positions.
Braddock reports a trend of fewer street railroad accidents as officials note improving safety measures and community awareness. The city urges continued caution and infrastructure upgrades to sustain the downward trajectory.
A collection of short notes highlights forthcoming poetry by George Parson Latheop titled Dreams and Days. Industry losses at Bitter Root Stock Farm are estimated at $100,000. Denmark’s King Christian in Copenhagen wears a plug hat and is saluted. Illinois’ Hopkins joins the House Committee on Ways and Means replacing California’s McKenna. Ex Governor Claflin of Massachusetts described as dignified and courteous. Mrs Exta W. Peatriz, author of a medieval flavored children’s tale, featured in Omaha paper. Dr Sable, famed Paris surgeon, once removed a fork from a stomach. Count von Eulenberg comments on separating chancellorship and presidency in Prussia. Rep Rayner of Maryland praised for abundant vocabulary. Leo Tolstoy’s brother Alexis writes a strong new novel Prince Serebryani. translation by J Curtain forthcoming from Dodd & Mead.
Secretary Blaine resumes duties in the Bering Sea matter and outlines negotiations with Lord Salisbury’s government. Foster aids in negotiations and case prep. a formal reply draft defines U S position. Also reported are Western Union and Union Pacific telegraph dispute ruling, and early navy smokeless powder tests at Indian Head with promising results.
Gating the sweating system will hold sessions in Chicago on Monday and Tuesday next. Sherman Hoar of Massachusetts, committee chair, invites manufacturers wishing to appear to communicate with him promptly. The Attorney General plans an appeal from Court of Claims rulings on eight hour work for letter carriers after talks with the Postmaster General and aides. Representative Funston will introduce a bill to distribute ceded lands in Oklahoma by lot.
A New York Methodist scandal centers on anonymous letter writing amid a drive to block a preacher from Omaha Conference delegates. An investigating committee suspects a prominent pastor of authorship, after handwriting comparisons and hearings. The panel has not completed its report, due before the May Conference selections.
Franklin Carson offered the Jay Gould alias while arraigned in Philadelphia for larceny alleged by his sister. He had previously been confined at Norristown Insane Asylum and described as insane by Dr. Butcher. The judge asked about Jay Gould. Carson claimed the name because he buys goods at auction cheap. He was acquitted on insanity and to be placed in Norristown Hospital.
Chicago March 30 Albion W Tourgee predicts the greatest race war the world has ever seen if the government continues to oppress Black people. He compares Black discontent to a torch held over a powder magazine and warns of massive horrors if unrest escalates.
Washington gossip about the Blaine letters changes as a mutual friend advised Mrs. Blaine that the letters probably will not be printed. Secretary Blaine’s friend Elkina reportedly took steps in New York to obtain a promise from Mrs. Blaine’s circle to withhold the material.
In Millwood a robin appears entirely white with only a few back feathers and draws daily attention. Residents have adopted the bird, vow not to kill it, and plan to monitor its nesting outcomes.
Obituary notes list General Daniel Dustin of Chicago aged health decline in Carthage Missouri where he died at his daughter’s home He had served in the Federal Army rising to major and commanded Illinois infantry He later became sub treasurer in Chicago and had long ties to Illinois and California obituaries also note the deaths of Harkey Preer William Bowman Marshall Kenney L. E. Pigs Miss Nellie Weddell Rev David Herxins Jes Clark William Walcott M Lacwir and several others with brief biographical details including careers and eras.
The piece surveys Easter bonnet trends in Pittsburg, describing violets and other flowers in hats, price ranges from low to high, and specific models such as gray crepe bonnets and Alpine hats. It notes varied shapes for the season, upcoming wraps, and spring crepe capes. It also mentions leap year customs and a few local social events and weddings.
A rambling roundup notes Baby Alfonso on a new Spanish stamp, a one legged crow sighting, lemon hand cleansing, vast Methodist stats, Maryland Prohibition banner, dry flexible collodion, German theology share, Rio camellias, a sheeplike Rutledge resident, Peruvian cotton tree, Victorian knight ins, star counts, a wild Texas woman, Gypsy nails link, Chinese writing brush, Esquimaux caribou pits, Southern Pacific bridge height, crown jewels value, Queen Victoria cream horses, historic marriage rites, and the evolution of the toilette from grand to small.
A chorus of papers lauds Walt Whitman as a brilliant, controversial figure. They praise his bold, unrestrained verse, his democracy driven poetry, and his lasting influence, despite controversy over form and propriety. Various papers note his lively individuality and universal appeal across tongues.
A collection of brief humor exchanges and gags. Characters like Judge Bagley Bailey Swayback Fangle and Mavel exchange quips about plots, titles, manners and love. The snippets include light parodies of novels phrase jokes about a flat life and a safes puncture line.
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