11 May 1891
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1891
Page
1
The fierce dispute centers on Dr. Charles A Briggs who plans a public attack on his accusers including Dr. William G J Shedd. Briggs argues current Westminster Confession interpretations conflict with his biblical theologies and claims misrepresentation by American dogmatics.
A dated sermon fragment debates the Westminster Confession's authority versus Calvinist and church doctrines. It contrasts Dr Shedd's and Dr Morris's views on co ordination of Bible church and reason, and defends Martineau and Newman against what it calls heresy, arguing for the Bible as supreme authority.
The steamer Lucy Lowe foundered in the Straits of Juan de Fuca. Fifty five colonists aboard were on a Tacoma mission to settle near the Guestahe river. Only survivor John N. Grant of Tacoma returned, believing the entire party lost.
The Rev. Dr. Heber Newton denounced actions against a churchman over orthodoxy saying the Church must use internal legal methods. He warned against mob pressure and extra church punishment that could push the church toward lawless ecclesiastical measures.
New Year May 10 marks the lumber boycott as dealers threaten no deliveries at sunrise. Builders express confidence they will obtain lumber, while unions face internal turmoil and urge workers to take a clearer stand.
Fragmentary remarks suggest parties intend arbitration to handle disputes with dealers. The speaker doubts the viability of unions saying members would rather starve than join them.
Naval authorities debate the Itata incident as orders allegedly target Charleston and the South Pacific squadron to seize the insurgent vessel if needed. Commodore Rumsey and Secretary Tracy amid secrecy, with Baltimore Pensacola San Francisco ships in Chilean waters and Pensacola leading wooden fleet.
A morning paper reports the Charleston sailed under sealed orders after midnight cipher dispatches. Captain Remy took command at 4 am and visitors were ashore. The ship veered from target practice to pursue the Chilean steamer Itata with orders to engage Admiral Brown if needed.
Los Angeles May 10 A schooner named Robert and Minnie was seized by the United States Marshal. Pilot Dill was arrested in San Diego after taking the Iista from the harbor. Supercargo Burth was traced to Arcade depot and arrested by Detective Morne while awaiting a San Francisco train. Burth later admitted involvement and claimed he landed the army at Catalina or San Clemente Island. The warship had arrived from San Diego that evening.
In Cantor Mississippi on May 10 the race tightens with Burkett and Barksdale seeking seats of Walthall and George backed by the Alliance. About 140000 white voters exist, with only 20000 allied to the Alliance hopes. most outside votes likely to oppose the Alliance. Judge Calhoun and anti Sub Treasury forces are to challenge Burkett. Reform Press Bureau attacks George. The state politics are set to rock through September.
Henry Rulfus, inmate at the Soldiers' Home in Milwaukee, disappeared last evening. His body was found near Honey Creek four miles from the Home with wounds on the head and hands and feet tied with a rope, suggesting murder and attempted concealment. The dead man was about age.
Destructive Michigan forest fires rage across central districts for days, destroying farms, barns, churches, stores, and millions of feet of lumber. Warwell to Grand Rapids report towns abandoned, rail lines impassable, and residents fleeing with little time to save lives as rain finally arrives easing the flames.
Ezatine Summit Pa May 10 One of the largest fires in years sweeps south and east of Austin on the F H and W Goodyear holdings destroying an estimated 30 million feet of logs 10 000 cords of bark and 10 miles of tram railroad Telegraph services are cut off hindering full details until tomorrow.
A rumor swirls around Murray Hill Hotel about the wedding date of John H. Stephenson and Mollie Pomeroy. Reports say April 17 or May 10, while Stephenson has kept out of sight and Mrs. Pomeroy declines to comment.
Barrp Orry & C. reports a major dining deal in the Black Hills, with G Downs of Cleveland Ohio acting for Standard Oil backers. Several Standard Oil stockholders are said to back the purchase as negotiations proceed. Downs visited last December and stayed several weeks. a consummation is anticipated in a few days.
A disturbed fragment notes Mr Downs obtaining options on a tin prospect tied to Harney Peak Tin Company. It mentions investments of $500,000, a potential capital plan, and a cash-based property payoff in this city. The text is unclear on dates or exact entities beyond Harney Peak and Downs.
The Santa Fe Wells Fargo express car was halted near Wharton by the Dalton gang who fled with about 300 dollars in valuables after the messenger opened the safe and hid most money. A large deputy marshal pursuit began with reports linking the Daltons to the robbery and possible escape toward Turkey Creek, Louisiana.
A blaze on Broadway at 8:30 p m caused 400000 dollars in stock damage and 30000 to the building in a nine story structure occupied by J and Co The fire drew alarms extra engines two water towers and a dramatic collapse on the southeast end the elevated line spared and trains continued to run as firefighters battled the flames.
News from New York dispatches report the capture in Havana of George Wharton Ritchie a 23 year old wanted in Philadelphia and several Western cities for embezzlement forgery and related offenses. He was seized as his ship the Yombori prepared to depart Vera Cruz and faces transport to Philadelphia on the first available steamer. He carried money two revolvers and a sword cane and expressed regret at the arrest.
A Santa Fe freight train derailed near Tarimpap after an airbrake failure caused runaway speed. Sixteen cars plunged down a 20 foot embankment, smashing cattle and injuring brakeman J M Burns. Four suspected tramp burials reported. final cars remained on track. well damaged. company losses near 25000 dollars.
In Munpow Pa on May 10 110 year old Margaret Connelly died after a fire broke out in her bedroom while she slept. Neighbors and authorities reported she had lived in the same house for many years and was found in bed amid the flames.
President speaks at Durana Opera House in Glenwood Springs during a Colorado visit. He meets delegations from Aspen, Leadville and Colorado Springs and receives gifts including a silver plough case souvenir. Free coinage advocates and reception mark the day with civic leaders and residents attending.
The Major and Mrs Towsley along with a brother of Richards planned to drug the Texan’s liquor and rob him, a scheme that was carried out. Mrs Towsley is known to West Side police. the couple once lived on West Indiana street. Her husband had multiple arrests and was implicated in a past safe-blowing case, though he often escaped conviction.
A cooperative pension scheme for government clerks is under discussion in Washington. A 2 percent monthly deduction from salaries would fund pensions for those disability or retirement, with trusts held by the United Treasury. The idea, already discussed in Congress, aims to legalize a system modeled after foreign programs and to be submitted to the next session for action.
John Mehan, 34, once a yardmaster, is jailed in Virginia following a long chase that stretched over 5,000 miles from New Jersey to Montana. Detective W G Baldwin, of the Norfolk and Western Railroad, captured Mehan on a train near Hayfield Montana after tracing the gang through multiple states. He will be transported tonight to Virginia to face charges related to daylight freight car robberies.
Quick sands encountered during belt railroad tunnel construction under Baltimore threaten foundations of large Howard street warehouses. Openings at four points along the street reveal shifting strata endangering nearby Academy of Music and Hopkins University properties as crews push work day and night.
Illinois farmers in the General Assembly have not united to press for adjournment on June 12. They demanded carts in legislation and say their measures are too low on the calendar to reach by mid June. Internal clashes and weak action have hindered progress and allowed defeats to slip by.
New York May 10 report says David Dudley Field showed decided improvement in health after a period of danger. Medical update notes he felt better and the care team, including Musgrave who traveled from London, remains vigilant as his condition stabilizes.
Mrs Towsley, who shot and killed her husband at the back of a building in Austin yesterday, remains under strong guard. She offered no remorse and claimed her husband was wanted for robbing an elderly man of 1500 dollars, a motive cited in authorities' notes on the crime.
The Pacific express left Montreal Friday night and struck a bush fire near Straight Lake about 50 miles from Supaway Ot. The blaze partially burned a trestle over a cut and the train was too close when the fire was spotted to stop in time.
Maria Elizabeth Stewart died from burns after James E Stewart, a coal miner, threw a burning lamp at her during a violent dispute at their two story cottage near Mansfield. He fled to a county jail awaiting coroner’s inquest. The couple, married under five years, faced repeated abuse and threats amid liquor-fueled jealous anger.
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