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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1891
Page
5
London and Paris stock venues reel as Portugal’s financial woes trigger panics. Paris bears the burden with fear and heavy selling while Lisbon faces standstill and a government probe. Investors weigh foreign securities, with Bank fears and currency concerns shaping the mood across Europe.
William Henry Smith moves to expel Captain Edwerd K H Verney, North Buckinghamshire, after a one year prison sentence for immoral conduct. The Speaker notes Verney attended no special order and the House accepts expulsion as the necessary action. Campbell Bannerman and the Liberal opposition support the motion.
May 2 The World editor Edmund Yeates apologizes for a last week article claiming the Queen would pay the Prince of Wales debts. The Royal Highness reportedly sought funds from a lender but faced refusal and cautions about risking the throne.
In a May dispatch from WaAtkaw the report claims General Brock ordered the secret police to raid Dutch students in their quarters. He accompanied the raid to inspect pockets for seditious writings and revolutionary documents, while allegedly planting evidence to justify arrests.
A serious epidemic of influenza has broken out among engineers at the Naval College in Devonport and teachers at St Mary’s National School in Rotherhithe. The institution closed and several officials and notables are named among those affected or involved in the response.
The audience heard cautions to stay steady and not be carried away by sprawl as M. Robert, President of the Geogram Society, rose amid a display of friendship for Russia. The scene closed with cries of Vive la Russie and wild cheering from the crowd.
Edward Pinter alias Sheeny Al, known as Sondheim in New York, tested a fake philosopher stone on jeweler Edwin Streeter at Storay's Hotel. Streeter’s payment with a sovereign and a supposed crucible melt led to a sting operation by Scotland Yard detectives. Pinter claimed the method could grow gold to 4000 sovereigns, but authorities warned the tricks were simple and a noxious odor drove witnesses away. Victims reportedly included a member of a child family and a Baring Brothers firm associate.
May 2 Texic Jarax reports the Czarewitch of Russia was attacked in the capital of Japan by a Japanese assailant with a sword. The prince sustained severe wounds before the attacker was overpowered. Dispatches from Yokohama echo official concern over the motive and diplomatic implications.
A jumble of obituary notices and town notices from a Pittsburgh area paper dated May 1891. It lists deaths and funeral arrangements for individuals such as Amelia Barcky, Samuel Shares, Catherine Kenna, and others, with addresses and service times. The item also references local businesses and undertakers including Anthony Meyer and James Fullerton, plus scattered notes about area locations like East End and New Castle.
During late 1890 importers, driven by speculation, rushed goods to land before the McKinley tariff. The tariff passage spurred a burst in production as machinery ran at full capacity, leading to overproduction and notable purchases like 32 inch gray mix fabrics priced at 35 cents.
The American Minister to Italy, Porter, denies rumors of an order to return over the New Orleans dispute. He states he has made no decision to resign and expects no immediate withdrawal, signaling confidence in continued diplomatic handling.
Loxvon May 2. The baccarat case featuring Her Majesty reportedly draws heavy interest as officials confirm the trial will begin on Monday, June. William Henry Smith again chosen. Spanish election returns show municipal council results. Rudini’s intentions discussed. Dr. Sedler provides eye relief for McKeesport man.
Quality moquettes this spring patterns priced at 150 dollars. Best quality Body Brussels carpets offered at lower prices than any city house. Both lines of cable cars pass our door.
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