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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1890
Page
1
Senate Judiciary Committee reports a bill to authorize states to regulate interstate liquor trade. Leaders argue the measure aligns with constitutional authority while opponents warn it could infringe on federal powers and set unsafe precedents.
Reported by Senator Wilson supports granting Congress power to regulate imports of liquor, citing Supreme Court precedent. Opponents urge state control and warn of clashes with court rulings, while supporters expect passage amid looming House debate and liquor-industry opposition.
In a debate noted by Lightner, Senator Morote and Senator Munds voiced support for the bill from the last Congress concerning interstate commerce and prohibitory laws. They argued federal control is needed to enable enforcement of prohibition and local licensing, opposing a Supreme Court interpretation. The debate is expected to be exhaustive with passage likely this or next session.
Judge Brett in Bangor Municipal Court ruled on the first original package liquor case since a federal decision allowed importers to sell in imported packaging. Maguire Brothers faced a $100 fine and costs after confiscation of two kegs, with evidence focused on whether liquor was to be sold in original packages and where ownership lay. The ruling shifts to the Maine Supreme Court for final word.
A massive cave-in at Baltimore shaft No 4 in Ashley traps 28 miners. Rescue teams reach three injured by afternoon and plan surface bore holes to access abandoned workings. Air and mule access offer slim hope as crews work through wrecked passages and unstable roofs.
Ex Sheriff John Guffy declared his bid for Congress at a Pittsburg area event, supported by his older brother J. M. Gully’s network. The district leans Republican, promising a tough race as both factions seek the party nomination in the county.
The War Department amends paragraph 329 to ban sale or use of ardent spirits or wine in canteens. Commanding officers may permit light beer on weekdays in a designated room, and if feasible, in a separate building, to discourage soldiers from seeking stronger alcohol off base. Treating is forbidden.
May 15. Secretary Cronemeyer and Tin Plate Association leaders attend last minute talks on tin plate tariff adjustments. It is expected the duty will be set at about 9 cents per pound, a minor deviation from the Ways and Means Committee proposal.
An uprising in Porto Alegre Rio Grande do Sul occurred on May 1 with portions of the crowd confronting the government while loyal troops restored order. Several people were wounded and the provincial governor resigned amid claims that the new banking law sparked the disorder.
Washington May 15 report that a House canvass shows 21 Republicans ready to vote to place argentiferous lead ores on the free list. If accurate the bill will likely be amended to remove the tax on these ores.
General Silas M. Bailey of Uniontown, here for talks on possible succession to Sergeant at Arms Canada, conferred with Senator Quay and others and expressed guarded optimism that a change may come not far off.
May 15. Will Francis and Daisy Benedict entered the Mayor's office seeking a marriage license. Marshal Stone, warned by a telegram from Niles to arrest on sight, detained them. Benedict then arrived and took his daughter home.
Mrs. Clem Ahlers of Ivanhoe a Cincinnati suburb died last night from sausage believed to be poisoned. The family ate sausage at supper and shortly after Mrs. Ahlers and two children fell ill. The father and two other children were not affected. The two poisoned children are expected to recover.
Assistant District Attorney Lindany will seek State Department action toward extraditing It L Wallace and bookmaker Lowitz from Havana. They are charged with robbing Wallace's uncle of 5000 dollars.
May 15 report says most Bilboa iron works suspended operations as riots flare in Bilbon with several miners killed resisting armed forces. Troops rush to the scene.
The Kalamazoo area reports a rampage of floodwaters flooding over 50 acres of city property. Ten homes are surrounded and residents evacuated by boat to reach higher ground as water rises.
Kemp defeated McLean for £200 a ride and the sealing world championship on the Parametia River today. The race ended with Kemp winning easily.
The Presbyterian General Assembly opened at Saratoga with Rev. William B. Moore of Columbus elected moderator. Friday was set for debate on adopting or rejecting the Confession of Faith. The retiring moderator delivered a sermon and the afternoon session named Rev. William K. Moore moderator. Discussions covered church unity with Episcopal and Congregational bodies and misalignment of denominational growth.
The conference focused on routine matters as the Temperance Committee recommended tightening discipline for members aiding liquor commerce through saloon renting and petition signing. The change elevates the offense from imprudence to immorality in licensing support.
The Southern Presbyterian Church convened its twenty ninth annual session in Asheville North Carolina with 129 commissioners present and all states represented Rev James Parks D D was chosen Moderator.
Louisville May 15 The Legislature held a joint ballot for Senator with Carlisle leading but facing strong opposition. Ballots through seven show Carlisle 47 Knott 20 Lindmay 2, Moore 0, Settle 2 as the caucus adjourned amid stirring motions. Tomorrow night likely decides.
The jury in the Margaret Hickoey suit against the Cunard Steamship Company has disagreed. Hickoey, 17, was a steerage passenger aboard the Bothnia on October 4, 1880, vaccinated yet later suffered a leg and arm ulcer illness.
The Baltimore meeting opened with prayers and a program outline for the National Conference of Charities and Corrections. Delegates heard on prison reform, Christmas school visits, and a report on reform schools. Committees were named including General Brink erhoff and J. J. Spear Jr. The Prisoners’ Sunday observance was urged and prison reform linked to Christian social work.
In New York on May 15 a young man, Alphonse J. Mephanie, fatally wounds lawyer Glinton G. Meynolde of OO Wall Street after a family and business dispute. Mephanie had just arrived from Liverpool aboard the Majoniio and later deposited about 850000 in a Brooklyn bank. He fled to Barone after a quarrel with his mother while authorities seek an attachment to restrain him from accessing the money. Meynolde lies at Chambora Street Hospital in serious condition as Dr. Cole reports low chances of survival.
Secretary Edge issued a circular for the June 11 12 meeting in Wellsboro with Governor Beaver among speakers. Topics include The Fegee Laws of Pennsylvania The Road Laws of Pennsylvania State Aid for Public Roads and Suggestions to Law Makers. Dr Henry Liffman will discuss food adulteration and textile fibres via the microscope.
Washington reports that after talks between the Department of Justice and the Treasury the 21 Chinese men smuggled from Mexico and held in San Diego will be sent to San Francisco and placed on the first steamer to China. The move aims to reduce costs and avoid repeated recapture if returned to Mexico.
The body of General Julius White, late United States Minister to the Argentine Republic, was laid to rest at Rowe Hill this afternoon. Bishop Fallows conducted the services for the Trianda oon or the Lo jon, with many of White’s old comrades in attendance.
A morning blaze in a Saloon Lamp explosion destroyed multiple buildings in Sporanesz Falls. Two people were burned to death and two others fatally hurt, with survivors fearing further deaths as rescue efforts continued.
The Prohibitionists of Kentucky held a state convention in May. They advocate strong temperance laws and nominate their candidates, including Mrs. Jones, as a leading woman reformer in the movement.
Coroner reports detail brutal triple murder of the Crouch family at Bentleysville. Witnesses say a burly Black man named West, with a white woman and child, was arrested at Beaver Falls. Jury notes extensive valuables found, including notes totaling about three thousand dollars, and a revolver in Andrew Crouch’s room. Robbery questioned as motive. scars, wounds, and a torn trunk reveal a violent break in.
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