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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1889
Page
5
The scene in Paris bursts with light and color as crowds fill Place de la Concorde and along the Seine. American and French flags fly high while military bands echo over cannons and fireworks. 100,000 Americans join the celebration as theaters stay free and streets glow with festive cheer.
The article praises America's role in the Paris Exposition of 1889, noting US government participation and broad international representation while lamenting Germany's absence. It describes the machinery palace, grounds covering 3,000,000 square feet, and the ornate decorations, color schemes, and artistry. It mentions French exhibits, a statue of Leclair, and the accessibility of the grounds with 20 cent admission and nearby feeding options.
A messy report notes three hundred entries in the Fine Arts Department not yet opened for weeks. A critic’s dictum on naked feet over covered toes frames the discussion, contrasting Michael Angelo’s canon with the bias of American artists in Paris and the exhibit’s direction.
The article discusses Whistler’s mixed reception by American juries and British acclaim, noting rival artist Story’s fate and praising the Eiffel Tower as a monumental though controversial achievement. It describes the tower’s height about 1,000 feet, its use for scientific experiments, and visitor access with restaurants and observatories offered to the public.
All nations represented as diplomatic corps quietly attend the Exposition opening in Paris. Governments forbid official participation, yet private curiosity and goodwill allow unofficial presence. The scene showcases diverse attire from Japanese garb to ornate European dress and colorful regional robes.
May 6 Lafayette parish in Louisiana halted its municipal election as regulators surrounded the courthouse and square to deter black voting. Sheriff Brouss offered to escort voters but a mob surged, prompting the commissioners and sheriff to close polls. A report to the Governor followed.
Cotumavs May 6 Colonel Church's motion for a new trial in his divorce case was overruled by Judge Pugh. The application argued on custody of the children.
Since the early days of the sale the shop has offered men’s fine suits at 10 dollars each. The retailer boasts large stock with over 5,000 suits in cutaways and sacks at ten dollars, priced down from eighteen dollars, located at P. G. C. C. corner Grant and Diamond streets opposite the new Court House.
An old newspaper ad lists summer millinery items and seasonal fashion notes for Penn Avenue stores. It promotes hats, turbans, and attire from Jos Horne & Co and Hogxx & Co along with other vendors. It also advertises lunch biscuits from Marvin and malt extract from G W Schmidt at Fifth Avenue.
Silk umbrellas priced from $1 to $15 feature natural sticks Helvetia handles metal imitations and long handle models. La Tosca 24 inch long handle umbrellas from $3 to $5 with assorted colors patterns including black wood and ebony handles. Black lace parasols and children’s parasols offered, plus mourning lines and travel parasols with adjustable detachable canopies.
The ad argues poor quality garments waste money and underperform. It contrasts ready-made clothing with its own product, claiming longer service, style, reliability, and economy for customers with modest wages. It invites readers to compare figures proving durable apparel pays.
Two notices announce funerals on Wednesday and Tuesday for Tobin Willie aged 8 years 7 months and Doran, with services at St. Marys Catholic Church and from homes on Beltzhoover and Forty-sixth streets. Friends of the family are invited to attend the services.
May 7 ad highlights lace curtains selling briskly with new arrivals from Nottingham and global factories. Silk imitation pongee at 15 cents in Silk and Upholstery departments, India silks, Lambrequins, and a line of misses tennis suits in flannel and white with silk trim. Childrens cloth suit with empire skirt noted.
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