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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1892
Page
7
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The South Carolina Democratic Convention gathered with a majority of delegates from the Farmers' Alliance. The Ocala platform was adopted while pledges to Chicago nominees were dropped, and a Third party condemnation failed. The alliance may bolt the national ticket, risking a three corner race and a realignment of the solid South.
The Senate approved the amendment in the River and Harbor Appropriation bill to provide 10000 for a survey of the Lake Erie and Ohio River Canal. The measure passed Quay’s bill and awaits House reconsideration before reaching the President. The canal’s national and local commerce value is emphasized.
The piece argues floods on the Mississippi and tributaries can be prevented with immense spending under economical supervision. It calls for scientific river improvements to make floods and washouts practically impossible. A vast arterial waterways system would raise commerce and yield national profit.
The piece satirically notes that the world is awakening to Mahatma power and that cheap machine made Mahatmas are not yet available. It envisions a future where a thousand life karma and Nirvana are used as capital. It mockingly describes instantaneous communication from Boston to Bombay via astral bodies in Chicago.
The article envisions the Mahatma movement growing into a powerful financial force. It speculates that coordinated Mahatmas could disrupt major industries and monopolies, including Western Union, Bell Telephone, Standard Oil, and gas providers, by astral influence and strategic capitalization. It imagines a thousand Mahatmas forming a trust with vast dividends and influence on the economy.
Tomorrow in two cities a special fundraising drive will aid four hospitals that provided free care to 3,370 inmates and treated 22,969 patients free of charge last year. The effort promotes equitable distribution of funds and highlights hospital goodwill in Pittsburg’s thriving industries and transit.
The piece argues the party is constrained by practical politicians and patronage bosses. It contrasts Harrison-backed office holders with spoils seekers, predicting the administration may win as public energy falters. It laments public apathy and calls for self government as a serious responsibility.
Two Congressional tactics reveal demoralization. Republicans break a quorum to force the Reed counting rule, and Senate committees rush a costly river and harbor bill to back the President into a corner. The pieces show reckless, dishonest politics aimed at political gain, underscoring calls for morally robust representatives. Meanwhile the Curry brothers’ Washington arson case adds a personal note of disunity.
An outraged Parisian swordsman, Monsieur Roules, wounds four opponents in thirty minutes. The Anglo American duo should hurry to Paris, confront Roules, and await developments. The piece hints at vast opera quarrels and calls for bold action on the Paris stage.
Alleged dumping of waste from a slaughterhouse near vacant lots in Allegheny raises fears of river contamination affecting drinking water. Citizens decry odors and unsanitary conditions, urging councils and railroads to act to protect public health and sanitation.
The article notes Lord Salisbury’s hard campaign stance to court Ulster Protestants while advocating a protective policy that may fracture his party. It also jokes about astrology as two comets become visible in a presidential year, hinting at public superstition amid political discourse.
The piece argues for petitioning councils to grant smaller streetcar franchises along main sidewalks after pedestrian routes are blocked by traction firms. It notes Hospital Saturday tomorrow but warns against inviting streetcar drivers to staff ambulances.
A measured critique argues against indiscriminate budget cuts in river and harbor appropriations. It warns against reducing essential provisions to match cuts, comparing it to a housekeeper slashing necessities. The remark notes hope contestants in the granite industry will not prove as stubborn as the material they work with.
Politicians limit praise to the race duration, risking differing views on a candidate’s staying power and finish. Transit advantages depend on factors beyond rail mileage. A McKeesport girl who toppled from a precipice after fortune telling may regret not paying for gypsy warnings. The Dill embezzlement case proceeds promptly despite a trial postponement.
The editorial notes that bicycles are of little use for war unless roads improve beyond muddy holes and dusty stretches. It also comments on Pittsburg winning a ball game yesterday and critiques the Alliance's influence in South Carolina while touching on various puns and brief observations about news and society.
The Prince and Princess of Wales plan to attend the Danish king and queen's golden wedding in Copenhagen but will skip attendant fetes. Other items note various royal, political, and societal remarks including a barber vs Nihilist quip, Sir Arthur Sullivan's convalescence, and Emperor William's health rumor with no confirmation.
Sixteen valuable Astrakhan sheep sent by Hon. Mr. Beale American Minister to Peru have arrived in London en route to the United States Agricultural Department.
Washington reports US personnel for the Bering Sea arbitration, with Justice Harlan and Senator Morgan named as arbitrators. Ex-Minister Foster leads case preparation. counsel includes E J Phelps James Carter and Henry Blodgett. Parliament will submit the US case by September 7 and counter by December 7, with first Paris meeting January 7. National Art Association delegation urged free art duties before Ways and Means, led by Miss Kite Field and allies including Bierstadt and Ward. A bill to remove duty on paintings and sculpture was sent to committee. Assistant Secretary Spaulding estimated $100,000 needed to enforce the Chinese exclusion act, with $50,000 for registration and $90,000 yearly for enforcement of imprisonment provisions. Paraguay and San Domingo join the Bureau of American Republics, agreeing to share maintenance costs.
The Exposition Commissioners of Ecuador have built a facsimile of the palace of the Inca Perca near Quito, to be a standout feature of the Chicago Exposition. General Schofield reports Mexican revolutionists crossed the Rio Grande near Fort Ringgold, with pursuing troops. President Harrison and Mrs. Harrison return to Washington on the lighthouse steamer Jessamine. Mrs. Harrison remains weak. The State Department notes the death in Liver s of John M. Anderson, U S Consul General at Cairo. The Comptroller of the Currency seeks bank condition reports as of May 17. The Senate Commerce Committee votes to report the North River Bridge bill adversely.
General Palmer in a southern case defends his suspension of the Louisiana G A R department commander for failing to recognize colored posts. He cites opposition from eight white posts, rejected plans for separate departments, and notes orders to recognize dues. if noncompliance continues, Durkee to be suspended and a new commander to take charge.
A stock company formed by Princeton College alumni, the Princeton Inn Company, plans a first class hotel on the southeast corner of the Stockton lot in Princeton New Jersey. The six and a quarter acre site fronts four streets Bayard avenue Stockton Boudinot and Mowen streets. Plans by Willian B Pushill of New York call for a central hotel with lawns and flower beds capable of housing about 70 guests, expandable via wings. Estimated total cost 100000 dollars with 275000 already raised and the remainder 25000 to be subscribed to begin construction.
The Law and Order Society of Pittsburg has arrested Sunday newsboys and carriers instead of targeting Sunday paper proprietors. The measure draws strong public condemnation as prosecutions yield little, and organizers threaten further action against proprietors if results remain meager.
Cleveland Leader notes Congressmen discussing an early adjournment have now fixed the date in August. The piece ponders what they would call a late adjournment and suggests the timing is a matter of speculation amid political maneuvering.
At the Methodist Con ferences Bishop Merril presided as the Committee on Consolidation of Benevolence report urged against consolidating Educational Society with Freedmen's Aid. The Judicial Committee clarified voting rules and debates over itinerancy time limits followed. Editors were elected for church papers including Northwestern Christian Advocate, Central Christian Advocate, Pittshore Advocate, Northern Advocate, and for the Southwestern Journal Advocate with Dr A E P Albert then Hammond chosen. conference adjourned.
The diocese faced sharp rebukes from Bishop Paret who accused clergy parents sponsors and ministers of neglecting children in religious work amid figures showing low broader church engagement. He urged reform in parish ideas and outreach to reach unconverted and sinful individuals and renew faith in child outreach.
The Eclectic Medical Society heard about John Moe a Swedish cabinetmaker who contracted leprosy after emigrating to America ten years ago. He is the only known American leprosy case in the nation to date.
Obituary notes the death of Mrs Elizabeth Dickson widow of Dr Thomas H Dickson at the Commercial Hotel Meadville after a period of illness. Survived by her two daughters Elizabeth and Clara and her son Thomas H Dickson and Mrs Dexter Thayer of Sewickley. Funeral at 10 A M Saturday at Thomas Dickson’s residence 2 Allegheny avenue, interment in Sewickley. Delicate health followed years of charitable work and Presbyterian devotion.
Ex Congressmen Alfred Ely and John A Anderson died in Rochester and Liverpool respectively, with other figures including Judge Thomas F. Davidson in Crawfordsville and James Hoffmann in Pottsville. The notices cover military, legal, and artistic figures across multiple cities with brief causes and ages.
The thirteenth annual meeting of the General Executive Board of the Women's Foreign Missionary Society of the M. P. Church opened in Sharpsburg with devotional exercises led by Mrs. T. H. Calhover. Reports from Maryland New Jersey Indiana Michigan Washington DC and Pittsburg were read and approved. Discussions covered work in Yokohama and Indian missions. A proposal to unite the W F M S with the Board of Foreign Missions was debated. The Sandusky Street Baptist Church will be torn down Monday to make way for a new building with services likely in rclorama Hall next fall.
A string of community happenings fills the evening and week's schedule. Students from Pennsylvania College for Women stage tableaux and Shakespearean burlesque in Dilworth Hall to fund a gymnasium. Rehearsed recitals honor Rev. and Mrs Hill. euchre parties and benefit operettas occur at several homes and halls. The Seven Old Ladies of Lavender Village will play at Curry Hall for Universalist Church funds. Mrs Kier hosts a drawing room at East End. Miss Lou Hem Pratt recovers at Allegheny. Meiding High School and Centenary M E Church host Old District School and District events. Friday Club of Edgewood plans an afternoon gathering at Mrs McAfee’s.
The Quebec Government under Deboucherville trims annual charity subsidies from 500000 dollars to 953735 dollars and warns institutions that subsidies may end or pause until revenues recover. The circular informs beneficiaries across the province, with Montreal receiving a large share of prior aid.
Stratford on Avon reports the Shakespeare Birthplace Trustees confirmed the purchase of the Anne Hathaway cottage at their annual meeting to keep it from being relocated to the World's Fair in Chicago. The committee was also empowered to acquire the cottage furniture to accompany the purchase.
A collage notes an irrigation surplus and heavy river flooding across Missouri, Mississippi, and surrounding lands. Observers warn floods threaten farm regions and boundary lines, with reports from Cleveland, Chicago, and St. Louis noting rising water levels. Multiple cities report May flood records, surpassing earlier years and challenging real estate and water management.
A hodgepodge of 19th century notes includes patent chatter about fastening devices, silk purity beliefs, Roanoke's decade growth, Louisiana politics, and wholesale oddities. Reports cover organ grinders in Lyon, bread rules on holy days, etiquette shifts, and factory output. The column plumbs quirks from marriage customs to tree trunk marvels and a Springfield burial scare.
A jumble of overheard snippets and stage lines unfolds in a comedic slice. Dialogues touch on engagements and marriages, a wedding march, barber tricks, a lazy tramp, a servant and caller exchange, a tailor debt, a new conductor, and a genius husband who could square the circle.
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