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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1891

Page

20

Reed Hopeful On McKinley Tariff in Europe Tour

Ex Speaker Thomas Reed, touring Rome and Naples, defends the McKinley tariff. He argues it will boost both foreign commerce and domestic industries despite a global financial Panic. critics in Austria and elsewhere misjudge its effects as exports rise in early stages.

Lospor Thomas B. Reed United States House of Representatives Rome Naples Vesuvius Pompeii Capri Italy Associated Press Reed The

Theosophists to Split Predicts Branches Ahead

Loxpon reports Madame Blavatsky’s ashes are home at Avenue Road headquarters now headed by Mrs. Annie Besant. Chief leadership remains unsettled as factions form, with Besant, Keightley, Olcott’s circle and J Bowles Daly among probable alignments in Ceylon, America, and Hindoo mysticism.

Blavatsky Lodge Loxpon Madame Blavatsky Woking Theosophical Society Avenue Road Annie Besant Besant Blae Lodge Oe Hee London Foundes America Blavatsky Mrs. Besant Bertram Keightley Adyar Olcott Ceylon J. Bowles Daly B. A Dublin University Judge Coues

BALFOUR'S WEAK THREAT

The Irish land bill progresses in committee after Balfour gains power to set a report day and use parliamentary means. Independent members resist pressure, leaving the bill unfinished and requiring another week before final disposal amid holiday delays and looming prorogation.

Loxrpox House of Commons China Westminster

Gladstone Resting Home from Feverish Cold at Park Lane

Gladstone, over 80, has been in bed since Tuesday with a feverish cold. Sir Andrew Clark reports no serious danger and notes the weather’s variability. He amuses himself with novels and science works while avoiding monotony with varied intellectual diet. Workingmen frequently inquire at the Park Lane residence and are courteously received by Mrs. Gladstone.

Mr. Gladstone Sir Andrew Clark Sir Andrew Park Lane

Marie Antoinette Earrings On View At Benson Co

A pair of noted earrings once owned by Marie Antoinette are displayed in the windows of Benson & Co jewelers on Bond Street. The jewels passed through the hands of a Potemkin relative, Mehemet Ali, and later successors before Benson & Co acquired them. The unique cut features tinted drops suspended from circular diamonds by a tiny silver pin, with a price tag of 65000 dollars.

SY Dunlap Canle Company Loxpox Benson & Co Bond Street Marie Antoinette Frm Prince Potemkin Mehemet Ali Messrs Benson

Duncan's Prosecutor case to be taken by public prosecutor

Cuester May 16. Richard Duncan of Washington DC arrested at Bettws Coel North Wales for assaulting his wife on Tuesday last. The public prosecutor has undertaken to conduct the case against the accused and it is hoped she will recover.

Duflap Cuester Richard Duncan Washington, D. C Bettws--Coel North Wales

Influenza Epidemic Seen Subside by Doctors

May 16 Lospexs report doctors agree virulence is abating and expect the influenza epidemic to fade by month end though the exposure and local announcements complicate the outlook with unsettled details and unclear public guidance.

Atoh Lospexs Sephien Wade

Insult to Stanley Sparks Near Riot at Sheffield Lecture

London reports detail a tense scene at Albert Hall in Sheffield during Henry M. Stanley’s lecture. A man distributed pamphlets attacking Stanley, provoking boos and threats. Police ejected the distributors, and as Stanley left, a crowd tried to assault him but was driven back by officers. Stanley escaped unharmed.

Stanley Dunlap London Henry M. Stanley Albert Hall Sheffield Africa

A Gift to Portugal and Bold Africa Mission Debates

In Loxpoy on May 16 the Central African Mission met and denounced Zanzibar edict as imposture while Colonel Sir Charles Eavan Smith faced criticism from bishops and missionaries. A 20 year old Umba chief stirred peace with a hymn as reports note Salisbury concessions to Portugal spark Tory Liberal discontent. Royal ties and European monarchs influence England's stance amid African disputes as Iberia sails with the Cleary London Opera 60 performers on a 65 000 mile English language Gilbert and Sullivan tour.

Zanzibar Charles Eavansmith Morocco Central Kimaari Umba Peter Limbo London Lord Salisbury Portugal Zambesi Oporto Charles Europ Iberia Pacific Steam Navigation Company Liverpool Cleary London Opera Company South America

Fate Favors The Tories In North Bucks Race

Londo- style note from Loroox dated May 16 reports a heated contest in North Bucks after Captain Verney's disgrace. The Liberals held the seat in 1885 by 1,436, lost it in 1886 by 71, and won it in 1889 by 208. Tories may target the seat vacated by the Liberals as it faces a new challenger amid influenza fears.

Loroox Verney North Bucks Peiasey

Irish Reconciliation Talks Surface in Parnellite Rift

May 16 report from BT Dunlap's Cable notes説 pressures by Richard Power John Redmond and Dwyer Gray to reconcile factions within the Parnellite party. Healy followers resist while McCarthy group shows openness. O'Connor appeals for prudence in Newcastle convention. Parnell to wed Mrs. O'Shea once decree nisi becomes absolute tomorrow.

Parnellite Party Richard Power M. P Waterford John Redmond Wexford North Dwyer Gray Healy McCarthy Party O’connor League Newcastle Parnell

England's Next Big Strike Looms Across Ports

Reports claim labor unions plan a general strike across the kingdom soon with dock workers in on the move. Rumors say leaders in various regions coordinate actions with London and Hull as summer free trade peaks. Meetings last week reportedly weighed pre-strike measures amid rising dock demand.

Duslap J Livenroon London Hull Ginagow Segaevenon

Hebrew Refugees in London Arriving Fast by Steamers

A large and increasing stream of destitute Russian Hebrews reaches London via steamship lines from Hamburg. Most intend to settle in London or Manchester, with few heading to the United States. The Hamburg route sees regular weekly departures, bringing full passenger lists.

Loxpox Hamburg United States London Manchester

German colonies capital named in East Africa dispute

Paris reports Daressalaum designated as capital of German East Africa colonies while Austrian interests in Corfu prompt an ironclad deployment. Wales eight hour movement endorsed after Festiniog quarrymen conference. Snow storm sweeps parts of England amid latest weather updates. Bob Ingersoll tour denied in Pittsburgh but local store promotes a diamond suit sale.

Dunlap Paris Daressalaum East Africa

Doctor in Burgundy Offers 100 Francs Per Child

A French Academy of Medicine discussion on population sparks Dr Tanner a practical proposal. He pledges 100 francs to the wife of every poor man in Burgundy for each child born in 1892. The plan aims to encourage fruitful births and raise the doctor’s popularity in his hometown.

Dunlap Lorpox French Academy of Medicine France Europe Tanner Academy of Medicine Igher Irs Burgundy

The Manipur Disaster Explodes in British Press

The blue book on the Manipur disaster is read as disgracefully muddled from start to finish. It accuses both the Indian Government and British authorities of gross mismanagement and treachery toward native princes who wished to govern their own affairs. Parliament debates are expected, with possible impeachment talk.

Lospex Manipur

A Haul of $30,000 Stolen From New York Mail Wagon

A registered mail bag valued at $30,000 was found on Fifth Avenue near Thirty-fifth Street after a theft from a post office wagon. Police report inconsistent details and no suspect, though witnesses placed a man nearby with a cab following the wagon. Officials question the bag’s loss timing and security, urging stronger wagon protection.

Dispatch New York Fifth Avenue Thirty-fifth Street Brady Nineteenth Precinct Madison Avenue Inagon Forty-second Street Witnee Gaylord Post Office Department Washington

Tax clerks released as city taxes come in

Thirteen emergency clerks at the City Treasurer's office were released yesterday as most city taxes are now in and there is no longer any work for the extra men.

G A R Suits On Sale At Gusey’s This Week

Gusey’s announces extra quality of G A R suits at ten dollars this week. Special sizes and styles available at all prices to fit veterans and customers seeking quality. Limited stock, act fast for this patriotic apparel sale.

Gusey Nyeros Styles Brussels

For Home Consumption Salt and Iron City Beer Ad

For home use buy a superior salt brand Nance and Iron City Company's Pilsner beer. Available at all first class houses. Telephone number 1186.

Iron City Company

Pianos Wanted at Club B on Pittsburgh Avenue

A fragment notes a request for pianos or similar items at Club B located near Mo Avenue in Pittsburg. The readable text mentions names and a street address but details are incomplete.

J. Paddle Mo Avenue Pittsburg

President Harrison Visits Cities On Long 10000 Mile Tour

A concise report notes President Harrison completed a 10000 mile trip visiting many Union cities. It highlights a claim that no suit at ten dollars compares with those offered by Guskr's this week.

Guskr

Saloonkeepers Discover Benefit of Iron City Selephone 1186 Beer

Saloonkeepers soon discover the benefit to beer trade when they handle Iron City Brewing Company's Selephone 1186, a new beer noted for appeal and demand among patrons.

Iron City Brewingmpany

Fares Not Reduced Then To Be About Three Cents

The Pittsburg Traction Company plans no single trip fare cut to 3 cents though President Elkins hinted a change may come soon. Most riders face 5 cent trips unless buying $5 book tickets to cover multiple rides. Uncertainty remains as to if and when a 3 cent fare or book-ticket system will be implemented, while rival lines open and carpet ads interrupt with local bargains.

Pittsburg Traction Company Duquesne Traction Elkins Ano Mr. En Duquesne

British Wrath Aroused Carle Tot F At the Attempt to Fasten s Recent Paris Scandal on Englishmen

London reacts to Paris efforts to blame English residents for a police exposed scandal in Rue de Pontsierre. Reports claim several English MPs faced punishment, but only one Englishman was convicted, a youthful son of a baronet. An English heiress, claiming to be his mistress, attended the court, while most implicated individuals were Parisians of high society.

Baring Brothers Bank of England England Europe United States New York United States Treasury Paris Epee Lorpon London Rue de Pontsierre Imp I Ps

Mourning for John Drew Disbands Daly Company

English playgoers regret John Drew leaving Augustin Daly's company for Frohman. The St James Gazette notes the famed quartet Ada Rehan John Drew James Lewis and Mrs Gilbert will be disbanded, ending a long era of charm for patrons.

Augustin Daly Dispatch Daly Company John Drew Charles Frohman St James Gazette Ada Rehan James Lewis Gilbert

Lace Curtain Sale At J A Kuxke and Bro Penn Ave

Short curtains in Swiss tamboured Irish pinta and Brussels lace offered at 79 cents with exchange and special pricing. Regular lace curtains priced at 5 8 10 312 and 18 dollars per pair, advertised as greatest values. J A Kuxke and Bro, 1347-1349 Penn Avenue.

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Ghaly Austria Central States Theosophists Prince of Ales Balfour Gladstone Victoria BT Dunlap's Cable Company Monsieur Deck Atom M. Deck Germany Corfu Wrexxa Wales Festiniog Bob Ingersoll Gusxy Everett Club News Harrison Hyacayre Mamaux & Son’s Penn Avenue DAVIS Hopper Bros. & CO Wood Street Fourth Ave CARLE J. A. Kuxke. & Bro
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