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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1889
Page
11
The Bar Association voted against endorsing an inquiry into Judge White's conduct in liquor license decisions. The piece argues that without concrete proof of corruption the movement damages public respect and may back Prohibition by provoking a reaction against stricter liquor rules.
The piece argues for public honors upon Stanley’s return from Africa citing his continuation of Livingstone’s mission and exploration of the Congo and Nile head. It frames him as a philanthropist and suggests the world's best tribute would be concerted action to end the slave trade rather than titles or territorial aims.
The piece laments loud vocalists in churches likening them to living calliopes that overpower services. It argues such excesses disrupt congregational singing and may warrant church discipline or expulsion, noting occasional use in politics or commerce as a distraction.
The article defends Bishop Potter's centennial remarks on wealth and the rise of plutocracy, arguing the praise of virtue and integrity reflects democratic ideals. It condemns critics who claim timeliness hurts feelings, insisting frank truth strengthens national founding principles and protects liberty.
A reader decries Mr Howells for trying to expunge Walter Scott from modern reading. The piece defends Scott as truthful, influential in making history vivid, and argues Howells risks narrow realism by excluding great artists and past masters. It warns that youth would lose education and imagination if Scott is removed.
The article notes a long bar at the Centennial ball and argues experience would have changed outcomes. It quotes Jefferson Davis on Washington's abstinence from sectional feeling and union commitment, contrasting Washington's success with Davis's attempts to destroy the Union. Washington triumphed. Davis did not.
A Bohemian aggregation of views sketches B and O coupon disputes and absorbing branch lines. Lord Salisbury rails at the Parnell movement alleging greed and fraud while Times charges provoke anger. Paris reports De Lesseps clings to Panama while McAllister champagne triumphs. Duquesne horse markets and Chicago ship guns spark edgy chatter.
A collage of brief mentions covers N Victor Adolph Malte Brun described as a geographer of high attainments and a Worcester legacy for Oxford. It recalls Depew’s age, Plymouth dedication plans by Breckinridge, Hamilton’s economy in writing, Stradivarius provenance, a prison tour by officials, Burgess’s tomb memory, Washington’s coffin details, and Adams owning Washington items kept in trust vaults.
A Cleveland to Pittsburg letterbag style piece surveys trains and stations on the Fort Wayne line, notes Sewickley and Pittsburgh figures including Judge White, Charney Clifford, and Uncle Tom's Cabin efforts, plus a glance at phonograph use and Baltimore Oriole arrivals.
The new fire boat engine hose sprayed unexpectedly during a public test, soaking the Aldermanic Committee and spectators. Reporters and officials were knocked about as water battered the crowd, with Reporter Hartley injured and hospitalised. Officials vowed to observe future demonstrations from a safer distance.
Mrs Benjamin Harrison leaves New York for Washington after a quiet day with Mrs Morton. They drive in Central Park and receive calls before a 3 pm view at the Railroad depot where Vice President Morton joins Mrs Harrison and maid.
Workmen digging gravel on the Kagy farm in Van Buren County uncover an Indian skeleton in good preservation along with a jar, wampum shells, and thin oatenware. The find shields clues to ancient trade and habitation in the region.
A New York figure, Ward McAllister, visits Washington and is praised for his simple stature amid pomp. The writer laments mob behavior and the crowding of public events, arguing for elite circles to preserve public honors and traditional prestige.
A long unspecified letter discusses Ward McAllister Jr being named a judge in Alaska Territory by President Arthur. It notes protests from church missions and social circles, and suggests impeachment of truth while defending the McAllister prominence and a defiant presidential appraisal amid Cleveland era criticisms.
A discussing figure recalls a government employee who held valuable possessions and faced scrutiny over past appointments. The narrative notes long past terms and recent duties, while hinting at alleged misconduct and public exposure. The text suggests a grand jury inquiry and media attention surrounding the case.
A large crowd gathered at the wharf to bid Mr. Reid farewell as he sailed to Havre aboard the steamship La He wae Gictnluesse. Secretaries, ambassadors, and Dutch officials joined tributes in New York and Amsterdam as Secretary Blaine sent flowers and the Tribune staff hosted a farewell banquet for Reid at Delmonico's. Samuel R Thayer left for Amsterdam on the Veendan and was hosted by the Holland Society.
The Jersey City port crowd reports two enormous icebergs sighted last Saturday. The morning iceberg stood about a hundred feet high with steeplelike tips and an acre-wide base. A larger second iceberg appeared near noon moving toward Jersey City, noted for greater height and size.
Minnie Palmer suffered a foot injury when a needle pierced her shoe. A leading actor faced a near fatal illness requiring a late replacement. In the play’s key moment a lace in Miss Palmer’s bodice snapped, hidden by a deft fan gesture. Yet the show went on with ordinary success.
Archbishop Corrigan celebrated the sixteenth anniversary of his consecration as Bishop of Newark at St Patrick's Cathedral. Mass began at 9 A M with Rev Michael J Lavell and others assisting. Corrigan wore cope and mitre of cloth of gold and was attended by Monsignor Thomas Preston and several priests.
John Mitski brought his wife from Warsaw to New York, abused her, and urged divorce. After promising to join her, he married Hannah Deberncki. Warsaw wife returned, slapped the second wife, sparking a public fight in court. Both women fought. officers separated them as Mitski faced bigamy charges.
A dry goods salesman in good circumstances, John Parke Chapman, died by suicide this morning. He had been depressed and remarked during a parade that current conditions do not help trade, reflecting his bleak outlook.
Steamship City of Columbus arrived from Havana with two crews rescued after a cyclone on March 2. Vessel tore spars and canvas and drifted to Cantelis Keys. Rotham wrecked on the Colorado Keys at the same time.
Hattie Lawrence files for divorce from Edwin Lawrence actor manager and elocutionist married December 14 18% at the Presbyterian church in Fourteenth Street and Second Avenue. She accuses him of bigamy with Emerton’s wife and says he has gone to Canada. An order for service by publication was granted today.
A collage of curious notes and crude curiosities from a late 19th century miscellany. Items include odd inventions, oddities of people and places, odd measurements, and unlikely claims. The collection cites Italy licensing beggars, a Milwaukee man’s water-burning stove, giant cabbage stalks, and a potato of peculiar shape among many quips.
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