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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1891
Page
4
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May 1 1891 Pittsburg editorial notes Governor Pattison signs five street and curative bills putting city on track for street improvements and a test of the curative law. It argues validity is strong but street work will slow until petitions by property owners constrain projects. It warns of delays awaiting Supreme Court review and urges prompt assessments to reach October term.
The Dispatch argues for an annual monster picnic for city school children to provide organized outdoor time on a Saturday. It notes past outings to Alleghny were inadequate for both cities and urges inclusive attendance beyond national institutions, stressing sunshine and fresh air for youth in schools and factories.
A French lecturer exposing Siberian prison abuses faces a hostile audience. An auditor praised Russia, prompting cheers that silenced critical points. The episode is cited as evidence that prejudiced crowds muzzle unpleasant truths, even among scientists.
The passage notes that telling hard truths provokes dismissal as nations, including France, ignore or deride unpopular facts. It draws a parallel with Republicans who opposed party leaders, stating they were shouted down yet later seen as not far wrong. The tone reflects on public credulity and the cost of candor.
The Baltimore progress notes a planned million-dollar Birmingham steel venture, highlighting the potential Southern steel threat and urging Western Pennsylvania to counter with improved river and lake transportation. Officials argue that bringing ore ships to Western Pennsylvania mills could offset Alabama proximity through superior Pittsburg products and strategic distribution near the lakes. The piece calls for unified support of lake navigation to maintain regional dominance in iron, steel, and coal.
The Ladies Health Protective Association pushes to abolish smoke in the city following Chicago’s model. They point to Chicago railroads adopting smoke consuming devices and urge Pittsburg and Allegheny to implement similar measures. The group will focus first on local smoke emitters before pressuring rail authorities.
The piece debates whether deadly illness around Sharpeburg stems from smoked sturgeon or not. Some purchasers reported similar symptoms while others who ate the same fish remained healthy. A wholesale dealer offers to finance analysis and to recall the product if it proves deleterious, while authorities push for a clear public health determination.
An analysis of the global flow of specie shows Europe drawing on U S gold as Russia repays Dutch debts. European bankers buy U S gold despite exchange losses, while Baron Bleichroder says the United States should not fear this draft. Russia’s debt payments trigger shifts, with eventual net benefit to U S credit and business as gold returns.
The speaker warns that reserves could face monetary stringency if a draft does not occur before fall. Hope is expressed that gold may flow in time, but warns against speculative powers launching kite-flying schemes without European powers forming an alliance to protect gold reserves.
The piece notes Philadelphia businessmen advocating a Continental style term for a municipal exchange while questioning whether the city must adopt European terminology or stay with an American label for its commercial legislature.
The Nebraska governorship appeals ahead may move faster if the Supreme Court of Nebraska takes jurisdiction. The outside term ends in two years, and a four year delay would deprive the losing candidate of potential salary and status. The piece suggests moving the case to the Nebraska Supreme Court for quicker resolution.
The New York press argues it is time to stop highway robberies in the city especially those breaking open a mail wagon on Broadway. It suggests only corporate highway robberies by steam carriage companies are acceptable.
The Boston Traveller questions a claim that external parties are paying off Kansas farm debts at a million dollars monthly. It notes the Farmers Alliance forms most of the farming population and considers whether members are funding their own mortgages through Western labor. The piece condemns perceived East–West hostility in press and farming circles.
The Washington Post claims a boy girl throwing difference stems from longer female clavicles. The Met counters that girls as players learn not to throw, implying social or training factors rather than anatomy explain the gap.
The Philadelphia Press portrays a drunken man on a street car as a vivid example of the hoggish American. it notes one exception, the company that charges five cents to allow him to ride and impose him on fellow passengers.
The speaker urges financiers who claim gold cannot leave the country to assert themselves and compel the return of this 4 000 000 stake of gold now being shipped to Europe aboard a single steamship last Saturday.
A sharp Albany critique mocks the British sword ban on Knights Templar during their England tour. The writer ridicules government fears, likening it to fainting at a doctor's lancet and labeling the stance hysterical and Anglophobic.
In Chicago, Mr. Edmund Russell advocates color in ladies dress that should sing rather than appear dull. He aligns with Chicago’s trend toward bold, lively attire and asserts strong visual impact as a fashion guideline.
The New York Sun notes Benjamin Harrison is unpopular yet has largely reunited his party, a significant feat for a president even as he travels 10,000 miles. In the same week a family paper cartoons Blaine as a chicken thief, sparking debate over genuine party unity.
The curative bill has become law, and the Supreme Court should be given an early chance to decide if it cures the issues it targets. The ruling could determine the law’s viability and potential impact on ongoing cases and legal standards.
The press overplays the Esmeralda's failure as proof of uselessness due to coal supply needs. The Charleaton, a vessel of the same class, shares the issue and only surpasses in coal availability when Chilean ships could not obtain it.
The frosts have made their ineffectual effort, but the dry weather continues to get in its work. The brief note highlights ongoing arid conditions affecting crops and daily life without dramatic events or specific locations.
The Mexican president pledges to curb extravagance and safeguard national credit. The piece notes that Ding has led most over-pledging and extravagance, and hopes reform will bring Thomas B. Reed to Congress as a retrenchment advocate.
Notables noted include General Jubal Earley clinging to Confederate gray as dress color, Rev. Dr. T. F. Manan named possible bishop successor, Rev. Sam Jones unable to conduct Round Lake camp meetings, and Moody secured for duties. Also mentioned are the transfer of Hamlet’s jewelry through Wallack to Madame Ponist and Frederick Paulding, plus remarks on Governor’s kinship lineage and social curiosities.
The second anniversary of the New York Deaconess Home and Training School was marked at Park Avenue Methodist Church with the consecration of Mrs. H. L. Jenkins as the citys first nurse deaconess. Bishop Andrews led the service. Jenkins, a graduate of Methodist Hospital, has logged 700 professional visits and serves under the superintendent Miss Isabella A. Reeves. The article also notes deaconess duties, home rules, and nonsectarian scope within a Methodist framework.
Ministers debated press access with Hon T W Young proposing exclusion. Majority favored allowing reporters, door closed by vote of about 30 to end, Rev R M Russell read on the Tithing Law and urged publication in the church paper. Next week’s topic: lessons from Dr Talmage as a preacher.
In a curious note the Chicago Post reports a Norwegian hag discovering a new ivory substitute. The piece adds that Americans have found matches or beans as other fair substitutes, implying simple items can replace valued materials.
A reader disputes Dr. Briggs on the Bible, citing Sutherland and the New Version. He notes the imperative Search the Scriptures is read as indicative in certain texts and names several Bible critics supporting varied moods.
The Trans Mississipp i Congress convenes at the Fifteenth Street Theater tomorrow with 700 delegates arrived and over 1000 expected. President H M Frisback of Fort Smith Ark hosts a gathering to unite western states for commerce, ports, and land reclamation. Several topics include finance, irrigation, mineral lands, business combinations, and international trade.
Inter-State Commerce Commissioners Morrison Bragg Veazey and Knapp begin a circuit on May 18 to the Pacific coast and back to hear cases and conduct investigations at various points along the route.
Numerous officials and notables travel through Pittsburgh area stations and hotels. The list includes G M Gardner superintendent, Pitkin, Col William Adam treasurer, Judge Inghram of Waynesburg at Union Depot for Albert Black’s body, J C Herold and wife of Little Rock, Charles H Bye of Ladies Home Journal visiting the Anderson, W S McGinnis Assistant Superintendent of Railway Mail Service inspecting local wagon service, Mrs August Fecke of 1402 Carson Street departing for four months in Germany, A G Hoberteen Adjutant General McClelland and others visiting Harrisburg, O A Lappe to England Germany and Egypt, Coroner Heber McDowell returning from Eastern cities, A J Warner and Thomas Sutton at Seventh Avenue Hotel, Pare Orton of Pomeroy, Alonzo Loring at Monongahela House, William Garrett at Duquesne buying iron, Postmaster McKean leaving for Norfolk to attend a land sale, FE Hess on business to Eastern cities, Collector Warmcastle back from Harrisburg, Mayor Wyman off to Ohio.
Colonel Robert McFarlane, a Bellefonte hardware merchant and war veteran, died suddenly at age 63. He led Company G, One Hundred and Forty-eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and served as commander for much of the regiment including during the Battle of Gettysburg. he also held the rank of lieutenant colonel.
Lord Edward Cavendish, MP for West Devonshire, dies from influenza after an attack, leaving Cadence as heir to Devonshire titles. Connecticut railroad figure Soules dies at 67 in Barnet, while W T Taylon, longtime Minersville Republican rate, passes aged 74. Meriden Republican editor Graham dies at 96 after long illness, and Norwich resident Collins dies, leaving a measured obituary. Pfeiffer, long leader of the Naval Academy band, dies at 75 in Annapolis. Edward Johnston, eminent lawyer and former District Attorney, passes away in Keokuk, Iowa.
Fanny Davenport stars as Cleopatra in Sardou’s English version at the Grand Opera House. The production dazzles with heavy scenery and a spectacular storm scene, drawing praise for visual splendor though criticized for flat plot coherence and some overlong intermissions. Davenport’s Cleopatra is a strong, regal figure, with McDowell’s Antony and Hephr also noted, while some moments verge on theatrical excess.
Last evening at the Bijou Theater the five act realistic comedy drama The Midnight Alarm drew a decisive hit. Set in New York City the play features lively scenes with a truck house alarm and a dramatic escape of the Esces truck and engine. Cast members like Erick Julian as the villain Onerinaford Carringers the loss of papers and Ww. W. Bittner as the old farmer hero drew praise for strong performances.
Mr Scott Marble has crafted a strong melodrama titled The Patrol with a cast of well known theatre players. Handyside Hamilton Anderson Carpenter Fischer de Seymour Willett Levran Merton Jones Schoolcraft deliver strong performances and the station house tramp scene plus the realistic horse alarm and patrol box chase render a memorable stage realism.
Clem C Magee starts a week long vaudeville engagement with a fair company in a farce comedy titled Trish Luck. The act promises light entertainment with songs and comic sketches, appealing to patrons seeking affordable stage diversion.
A new performance and exhibition of curiosities at Marty Davis’s attraction drew large audiences with many enjoying the Emma car and other spectacles. John has reportedly come to St. Louis to confront manager Locke in what locals describe as a dramatic development.
Creditors press Wilt and M ED as Tsz Fay Foster English Gaiety at Harry Academy showcases balancing feats. Old City Hall hosts a 7:30 concert with Gilmore and the Trea? choir. Large advance seats sales reflect Pittsburg’s love of popular music. matinee offers 10 cent admission for school children from Pittsubrg and Allegheny.
Society notes report the Hostetter residence on Fifth Avenue opened its doors for a housewarming with Mrs D Herbert Hostetter hosting Miasea Friesse of New York. Guests included Mrs Allen Wood and the Gerdes sisters among others in elegant setting of flowers and antique furnishings.
Indies of the W C T U plan a lawn fete and supper at the Howard place South street Wilkinsburg on Thursday and Friday evenings with amusements and refreshments. St Pauls P E Church Brothership of St Andrew's to stage a musical literary entertainment at Fourteenth ward school for church fund. Woman's Temperance Alliance to meet this afternoon. Frances L Swift expected to speak. Woman's Wealth Protective Association meets at Mercantile Library rooms with a lawyer present to discuss smoke nuisance. Meeting planned in Carnegie Hall for Young Woman's Christian Association interests. Rev C E Locke to lecture on Modern Deborah at the Church. Miss Ecravon M Antara to bid farewell before Dansville departure. Washintos and Jefferson College Banjo Mandolin Guitar Club to perform in Dilworth Hall. Home foreople tax dedication and reception at Fair Oaks yesterday. Lieutenant Guarer Crrete No7 to celebrate seventh anniversary. Southside Medical Society to enjoy boat excursion and basket picnic today. Mrs A E Cranx hosted a board party yesterday afternoon. A concern will be held tonight in St Michaels Hall.
The Grand Encampment of the Loyal Foxes Pennsylvania opened in Lancaster with prayer by Grand Inch Priest Richerd J. Gritam. Sixteen new encampments were formed and 78 new members admitted. Relief paid last year totaled $70,000. Officers including Richard H. gene Grand Chief Patriarch and F. W. Van Arsdale Grand High Priest were installed. Session ends at 5 pm. Grand Lodge meets Tuesday at 9. Large canton gathering planned at 2 pm.
The editor of this paper celebrates a birthday on the second of the month. The paper notes it is at least three years old and thanks readers for support. It invites gifts or seeds but says the office is well supplied with flower and garden seeds and literary matter. The note wishes continued success in serving Fulton county at the lowest price.
A collage of whimsical items and curiosities from various places. A Lahigh county dog’s body, a Chester cat with a neck ribbon, a New Moorefield, Ohio, cat with an infant skunk, and a unique lamp chimneys eater in Wheeling. Reports of strange animals, unusual mining depths, and bizarre public notices pepper the item list with local color and oddities.
A string of humorous quips from 19th century papers features a shrewd mother advising on keeping a husband content, a Bridgeton pump maker lampooned for “pomp” and pears, and firemen blamed for revelry after a blaze. brief scraps include light verse on maidens by the shore and a satirical maxim about aiming higher than the mark.
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