Eastern Advertising Office and newspaper distribution notes
The item outlines two business offices in Pittsburgh and Connellsville with publishing houses in New York for The Wisp Atum and The Dispatch. It mentions delivery points at Sirentone's in Union Square and locations in Paris and London for hotel news stand copies, inviting advertisers and readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittotary Uastertien
Connar
New York
Sirentone's
Union Square
Penu
France
Trend
London
Fray
Portage Toce IX The United States Amt Meraton
Portage Toce IX lists monthly and yearly subscription rates for carriers in Pittsburgh dates. It notes different durations including one year and one month plus Sunday editions and carrier delivery details. The business office move is announced to Smithfield and Diamond Streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darcy
the Dispatch
Smithfield and
Diamond Streets
President Recommends Five Thousand Dollar Intercontinental Survey
The President urged Congress to appropriate 5000 dollars as the U S share for a preliminary survey of a railroad route linking the United States with the South American Republics The move follows Pan American Congress aims to assess the practicability of a north south line to connect the continents and improve rapid communication and commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
United States
South American Republica
Pan-American Congress
North
South America
The EReasonable Method in the House Row
A fracas in the House ended with Mr Wilson of West Virginia showing restraint. He calmly stated the original cause and obtained Colonel Baynes' disclaimer of endorsing Campbell's affidavit. The episode contrasts bully vs. gentleman and highlights temper control.
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Mr. Wilson
West Virginia
Bynum
Wilson
Baynes
Bir. Campbell
Tiyoum
Campbell
Discretion of Councils in Street Car Charter Case
Judge White's ruling in the traction companies suit limits the elder company's prior charter claim and allows Councils to choose among competing lines. The decision denies an injunction and argues that no exclusive travel privilege can be granted on public highways, though the matter may be overturned by the Supreme Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Witte
The Circus Delights and Tempts Local Youth
The essay explores how circuses enthrall Pittsburg youths and adults alike, contrasting well behaved boys with those drawn to the thrill of ring masters and bareback riders. It recalls nostalgia for circus wonders and jokes, noting the enduring pull of the tent atmosphere.
The American circus as a democratic spectacle
The piece argues the circus remains a democratic institution where all can glimpse the elephant and enjoy peanuts. It notes reserved seats exist in fiction yet everyone has a fair view, while Indians and cowboys increasingly shape its Westward drama and wild beasts persist as genuine curiosities.
Supreme Court invalidates dressed beef prohibition as unconstitutional
In a ruling on interstate commerce, the Supreme Court holds state laws banning sales of dressed beef not slaughtered within the state to be unconstitutional. The decision contrasts with the original package case, arguing the dress beef ruling targets forbidding interstate trade in a staple food, not merely restricting local police power. It warns against allowing states to halt cross border commerce in grain iron lumber or groceries.
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Supreme Court of the United States
United States Supreme Court
Exposition Space Shortage Spurs Call for Local Funds
Pittsburg faces limited exhibitor space as five firms from elsewhere were refused next year’s exposition due to existing buildings being full. The Exposition Society lacks funds to erect new structures, and a few hundred life memberships could finance needed additions in time for the next show, prompting immediate local action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exposition Society
Pittsburg
Preservation of Pavements From Indianapolis Exposition
A report from a recent Indianapolis street paving exposition recommends eight inches of concrete and two inches of sand for city streets. It notes the risk of damage from underground utilities and predicts most new Pittsburgh pavements will be torn up within a year for water and gas connections. The article argues an organization is needed to regulate subterranean connections before laying new pavement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Pittsburg
Cltles
The Eclipse of Sellers Aims at 100 Million Banking Scheme
A Louisville newspaper notes the Universal Association Banking and Trust Company unveils a prospectus for a vast $100 million capital aimed at financing railway stock and bonds. It claims potential profits of around $60 million, with endorsements for $400 million in railway issues and a 15 percent net on those securities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Universal Asociation Banking and Trust Company
Kentucky
Satirist banker scheme teased by era's press satire
A media critique targets a promoter with a checkered career as lawyer playwright novelist and satirist focused on a broad sector plan. His work includes a divorce law satire once titled Who Is Your Wife now renamed Where Is Your Money. The New York Herald promotes the scheme and a staged 50 million Farmers' Trust bank concept, while critics warn investors away from railway bond guaranties as a risky ploy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville Courier-Journal
New York Herald
Senator Quay Revises Support for Pattison Amid Doubts
SeNaTor Quay softens praise for Pattison after inconsistent interviews, restoring Democratic confidence only if he can be believed. A New York bucket shop blames client stocks for its failure, revealing the industry’s risky creed that customers must lose. Huntington and Villard now control the Pacific Mail Steamship Company, with unspecified future plans fueling market speculation.
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Senator Quay
Pattison
Huntington
Villard
Pacific Mail Steamship Company
Parable of Farwell and patronage power in Senate politics
The piece suggests the Farwell four aces tale is a parable on patronage leverage. It hints that despite his strong hand, Pennsylvania Senators can constrain Farwell. It also cites Roswell P. Flower as Carlisle’s successor hinting Democrats would prove opposition to trusts and corporations is political theatre.
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Senator Farwell
Pennsylvania
Roswell P. Flower
Carlisle
House Democrats
Political Headlines and Opinions on Campaigns and Legislation
A survey of political commentary notes Mr Vauz avoids speeches due to no opposition and suggests a Congressional Record rest. It mocks Pickwickian rhetoric in the House while previewing Quay's Pennsylvania moves. Supreme Court critique of anti dressed beef laws is linked to broader regulatory bills and party stance on free trade. Chicago figure Frank Lawler weighs Sheriff over Congressman pay as the driving motive in politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vauz
Congress
Randall
Vaux
Frank Lawler
Chicago
Notable People and Events From A Long-Range News Roundup
Ohio Governor Campbell ill Ms Many Gannett leads push for higher women’s medical education Octave Froruer’s friends urge him to dramatize Honneur d Artiste A summer theology school at Round Lake led by Rev Dr Henry A Butts Amherst Soldiers Monument planned unveiling June 1 Various notes on public figures including General Nathaniel P Hanks Poet of the Court and other literary and theatrical figures. Dessie Bourn of San Francisco, age 40, described as a skilled horseshoer who would open a shop if not for family opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathaniel P. Hanks
Washington
Charles Il, Bartlett
Manotwater
N. H
Endward D. Hoylaton
Amberst
Coetina Hosaerri
Torrington Square
London
Iler Porma
Kan. Levrenscuagen
Ober-Ammergau
Munich
Germany
Paol. Toomboys
Philadelphia
Dessie Bourn
San Francisco
Local Officials Refute Greevy Interview Claims
Hollidaysburg resident H A McFaddy defends the committee meeting as reported by the Associated Press. He accuses Groovy and Dively of trying to secure delegates for Wallace while Pattison leads in the county. A new meeting will choose delegates reflecting the party’s true sentiment. Loss All Smile notes Col T T Wright’s Pittsburg reports on the Scotch Irish Congress.
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H. A. McFaddy
Hollidaysburg
Greevy
Thomas H. Greevy
Associated Press
Groovy
Wallace
Pattison
Nashville Herald
Col
T. T. Wright
Pittsburg
New York
Chicago
Col. Wright
United States
Two Parades On Smithfield Street Delight Crowd
A circus procession led by Fors pha ug h’s show drew about 20 000 to Smithfield street while a second unadvertised parade showcased Pittsburg’s massive steel cast ing on a four wheeled truck. The evening also featured a strong turnout for the Boston Symphony concert and other venues. Mr Potter of Texas premiered at the Academy of Music with praised scenery and a flawless cast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Potter
Tex
Smithfield Street
Forspaugh
Pittsburg
Circus
Boston Symphony
Bijon
Grand Opera House
Harris’ Theater
The
Academy
Frank W. Sanger
Broadway Theater
New York
CURRENT TIMELY TOPICS IN A FARMER AND TOWN SETTING
A mix of satirical notes on trades and people. A barber is said to have been convicted in Philadelphia for slandering neighbors. McKean County grows rural and liquor licenses face trouble. Natatorium proves popular. Washington DC divorce rates shock readers. Kentucky reveals an asphalt lake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mck&an
Bradford
Kentucky
Remarkable well near Pocahontas county mystery pool
A tale from Pocahontas county describes a deep black water pool on Alexander TH. Billington’s farm called the Hinok Hole. Water stood two feet below surface, never rose or fell, and cattle avoided the site until recent rains emptied the well and cracked its bottom. A nearby cavern and overflow springs fuel speculation of a hidden water vein.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
Alexander TH. Billington
Pocahontas County
Middle Mountain
Reinia
Thia
William A. Warner
Black Hole
Washington Lodge No 199 Officers Installed in Turner Hall
An open installation of Washington Lodge No 199 Db OH officers was held at Turner Hall. George N Bebaffer conducted. New officers include Christ Pfannbach O B E Pande U B N Seidl Aagureny George N N Shade secretary. The lodge began May 1880 with 27 members, now 100. ten-year payments totaled 69 and $3,780.08 paid for benefits, leaving a balance. After ceremonies a large crowd enjoyed dancing.
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Washington Lodge
O. H
Turner Hall
South Fourteenth Street
George N. Bebaffer
Christ Pfaunbach
O. B
E Pande
U. B
N. Seidl
aAgUreny
George N N. Shade
Deaths of a Day H. K. Harvey
Chicago May 18 A well known mining expert H K Harvey of Duluth Minnesota died yesterday after ill health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. EK. Harvey
Chicago
H. HK. Harvey
Duluth
Remarkable prehistoric burials found in Pan Few Caye
Archaeologist Alexander Crawford Chenoweth of Washington Heights reports new finds at Kingsbridge and Inwood in New York. He uncovers a layer of ashes suggesting prehistoric burials, a large cedar stump dated 100 to 300 years old, and a second nearly life sized skeleton with characteristic strong prognathism. Nearby lay about 30 clean-cut stones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Youk
Alexander Crawford Chenoweth
Washington Heights
Kingsbridge Road
Inwood Street
W. H. J. Sieber
Vref. Putnam
Ohio
Ashe
Sieber
Mr. Chenoweth
Benefits of Charity Boards at National Conference
The National Conference of Charities and Corrections resumes after a Sunday break in Baltimore. Papers discuss Massachusetts lunatics care and the zero of state boards, noting boards span from Massachusetts to Kansas and urging states without boards to establish them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
National Conference of Charities and Correction
Oscar C. McCulloch
Indianapolis
M. Nichardson
Boston
Massachusetts
Committee On State Boards of Charities
Brinkerhoff
Ohio
State Board of Charities
Andrew E. Elmore
Wisconsin
State Board of Charity
E. F. Craig
New York
New
Thomas Wilson Sanitarium
Reception at Hing Residence Honors English Bride
The Hing home of Henry H King hosted a reception for Hon Wilson King and his bride newly arrived from England. Guests praised the bride and enjoyed a decorated dining room with fourteen small tables and bouquets of single flower varieties. Refreshments served by Kuhn complemented the elegant setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry H. Hing
Henry H. King
Wilson King
Kuhn
Local social events and society notes absorb Wilkinsburg crowd
Mus J K Din om of Booth street hosts the Young Women’s Christian Temperance Union with a literary and musical program. A reception at Shady Side Presbyterian Church welcomes the new pastor and wife Rev and Mrs Holmes. A group sails on the Keystone State for Athelmatl. Mr and Mrs Epwin Gray celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary. A corpornr at Central Rink aids St Joseph's Orphan Asylum. Lizzie Hunt and Joseph Johnston wed today. Mua Japan Homie and family return from Uniontown. Alan Woon and family back from New York. Mrs Charles J Clark hosts a luncheon today. P F Arve back from New York. Natatorium 14 opens for Indians today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mus
J. K. Din Om
Booth Street
Wilkinsburg
Young Women's Christian Temperance Union
Shady Side Presbyterian Church
Rey
Marion Station
Central Rink
Benehtot Sr. Joseph's Orphan Asylum
Lizzin Hunt
Shetland Avenue
Joseph Johnston
Mua
Japan
Homie and Family
Union
Alan W. Woon
New York
Charles J. Clark
Mit
AWD Mua
P. F. Arve
Tick Natatorium 14
Spitting ban urged on Pittsburgh streetcars
From the Philadelphia Record, traction company placards bar passengers from spitting on floors. Medical specialists say promiscuous spitting spreads consumption, and the movement should spread to all street cars and public places.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pitsburg
Shiladelphia Record
Traction Company
Tte Cara
Exposition Society urged to add Machinery Hall space
Manager Johnston of the Exposition Society argues that Pittsburg could fill several more halls with exhibits this year if space were available. He urges business leaders to fund an additional Machinery Hall before the September opening, noting demand from outside exhibitors and the potential permanent location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnston
Exposition Society
Julstop
Pittsburg
Boston Symphony concert caps Pittsburg season with Nikisch
The Mozart Club in Pittsburg presented the Boston Symphony Orchestra under conductor Arthur Nikisch at Old City Hall. The program featured Liszt’s Les Preludes, Grieg Peer Gynt Suite, Mendelssohn cantata, and a robust performance by Mrs Steinbach Jahn and Mr McCollum supporting the ensemble. The audience filled the hall though it was hot and crowded, and the critics praised Nikisch’s memory-based conducting and the orchestra’s vitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ittsburg
Mozart Club
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Old City Hall
Heston Symphony Orchestra
Higginson
Carnegie
Jengshu
Hi Liszt
Leipzig
Arthur Nikisch
Nikweh
Gbs
Ticken
Mendelssohn
Hebrides
Anitra
Nikisch
Mormon Question Questioned in Senate Hearing
The Senate Committee on Territories heard Frank Cannon editor of the Orden Utah Standard oppose Senator Cullom’s bill to amend the Tucker Edmunds act to disenfranchise Mormons and bar them from juror service. Cannon argued Mormon legislation had gone far enough and the situation would improve with time to work toward a settlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utah
Washington
Senate Committee On Territories Today
Frank Cannon
Orden
Standard
Cullom
Cannon
McCarthy's Mishaps farce opens in Pittsburg Hijon Theater
The show features Barney Ferguson and John Marr delivering knockdown humor in a riotous farce. Lizzie Daly shines as a dancer and Little Vinie Daly appears among a chorus of pretty girls, though the Garden City Quartet is deemed inferior to recent Pittsburg groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCarthy
Pitwburg
Hijon Theater
Barney Ferguson
John &. Marr
Messrs. Ferguson
Marr
Lizzie Daly
Uttle Vinie Daly
Garden City
Pittsburg
Celebrated Case Presented by Notable Company This Week
The company staging A Celebrated Case offers a strong interpretation of the romantic drama. E P Sullivan as Jean Renaud shows depth, Rose Stahl charms as Madeline and Adrienne, while the rest of the troupe meets all demands. Audiences yesterday faced a counter attraction at a big circua.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. P. Sullivan
Jean Renaud
Rose Stahl
Madeline Renaud
Adrienne
Charmin Oe
Fore
Kernell's New Company Opens Week at Local House
Harry Kernell and John Kernell headline a one week engagement at the house last night with a novel bill that earned hearty applause from the Faro audience. The act features Prof E Dever illusionist Cain and Lorenzo Will C Matthews Nellie Harris Hamze Arno the Aldens and Prof Johnson's mesmerism in a strong supporting lineup.
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Harry Kernell
Farco
Harry
John Kernell
E. Dever
Cain
Lorenzo
Will C. Matthews
Nellie Harris
Hamze
Arno
Aldens
Prof
Johnson
Herrmann Delivers Notable Conjuring at Grand Opera House
At the Grand Opera House Mr. Herrmann showcases crowd pleasing conjuring and polite black art with clever entertaining tricks. A large audience attends as he unveils novel illusion features that captivate and amuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Herrmann
Professional visit of Lyon and Kennedy at Stratford Hotel
United States District Attorney Walter Lyon of Pittsburg and John M. Kennedy, prominent Pittsburg politician, arrived at the Stratford Hotel yesterday morning. Their visit is described as purely professional and not politically connected, with a possible seaside trip before returning home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Press
United States
Walter Lyon
Pittsburg
John M. Kennedy
Stratford Hotel
Indiana Congressman Bynum Faces House Censure
Across the papers debate over Mr. Bynum of Indiana as the House censures him for insult of a fellow member. Editorials from Philadelphia Cincinnati Indianapolis Baltimore criticize the conduct and the reaction, with Reed enforcing the censure amid partisan friction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Inquirer
Bynum
Philadelphia Ledger
Indiana
Bayne
Baltimore Sun
Reed
Oregon Senators Clash Over Silver Coinage Policy
In Washington on May 1 the Senate opened discussion on the silver bill. Senator Dolph advocated international bimetallism and keeping both gold and silver in circulation, warning against full free coinage of silver. Senator Teller challenged the double standard and urged caution to avoid undermining silver money. Senator Mitchell dissented, noting Oregon state conventions favored free silver coinage and stressing that state sentiment aligned with broader public opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Dolpti
Secretary of the Treasury
Henater
Finance Committee
Mitchell
Dolph
Oregon
Remarkable Circumstance Confers Third Degree on Fourth Son
In Lancaster Lodge No. 43 F and A M an unusual event occurred with a father conferring the Third Degree of the lodge on his fourth son after earlier conferred on three others. Major Jeremiah Rohrer led as father and Howard Rohrer was among sons receiving the honor. A banquet followed the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lancaster
Jeremiah Rohrer Wan
Howard
J.B. Rohrer
Rite
Curious Condensations From An Unreadable Column
A hodgepodge of brief notes and anecdotes touches on Maine savings deposits, a Scots immigrant’s reunion, fish found after ebb, typhoid germs in water, a Sacramento death by poison, an awkward Maine wedding, a lone traveler from Michigan, and various scientific, artistic, and political tidbits across Europe and America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Quips and Tales From the Local Wits
In a string of comic exchanges characters discuss coffee nerves aging luck and mishaps. Grigg warns of the changing times while a fall leads to a humorous hotel incident and a lemonade scene plays out with Mrs Crown and Little Johnnie observing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ptrye
Dave
Bjenes
Serentt
Johnnie
Mr. Merritt
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D.C
Pan
Smcore Conventic
Liszt
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Weber
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Gericke
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Herrmann
Harry Williams’ Academy
Washington Post
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Cincinnati Enquirer
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Dynam
Greene County
Thas Deis
Portland
Cyrenna A. Boyd
Sacramento
Cal
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Michigan
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Spain
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Jtz
Owen J. Sweet
Twenty- Ffth Infantry
Es Brave Band
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Crimea
Russia
Hebas
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Agricultural Department
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