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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1890
Page
1
Congress faces final vote on McKinley tariff with sugar bounty at center. Eleven Republicans opposed the sugar provision but Democrats’ absentees kept the bill intact as debate closed and a noon vote loomed.
The House debated sugar protection with McKenna and Morrow amendments rejected 115 to 134. McKinley defended the sugar duty while Walker protested, arguing high duties would ruin American manufacturing. House adjourned amid confusion after votes on gun and wool amendments.
Senator Stanford introduces a bill to create a Land Loan Bureau in the Treasury with a 6000 dollar chief and a 5000 dollar deputy. The Secretary would issue circulating notes up to 1000 dollars, to be legal tender for debts except interest and redemptions. Loans up to half the land value at 2 percent for up to 20 years, with foreclosure on default, and strict construction of common law notions.
Toledo dispatch reports Hon. Henry Eahls a longtime Ohio Republican figure and former State Board of Pardons deputy guardian of Mrs Caroline Myers ran away with the widow. Mrs Eahls sues for 10000 damages claiming alienation of affections while he sought 40000 in her property. He reportedly fled to New York with 12 children joining Myers in pursuit.
Washington May 20 The Daggett contract for supplying postal cards to the Government faces possible termination after a dispute over card quality. Postmaster General Wanamaker postponed action for five days following a conference with Russell Paper Company, which supplied the paper. Wanamaker will study the matter personally and decide whether to end Daggett’s contract or seek new proposals with a temporary supply arranged in the interim.
The ninth May Festival conducted by Theodore Thomas opened at Music Hall in Cincinnati. A near 6000 strong, fashionable crowd heard 500 voices in the chorus and 125 musicians. Soloists Mille, Devere, Mrs Toed, Miss Winant, Mr Lloyd and Mr Whitney performed The Messiah to general acclaim, though some vocal weaknesses appeared among the male performers. Thomas received a notable ovation.
The American Medical Association met at Theater Vendome in Nashville with delegates from every state and territory. Rev. W. T. Briggs led arrangements, State Senator Craighead and Mayor McCarver attended. Dr M F Moora spoke to a well received address before adjournment for the night. Delegates planned meetings and a reception at the State Capitol with Nashville elite in attendance.
In Topeka on May 20 six saloon operators hired three carriages and displayed original packages of whisky brandy and wine in the rear and a foaming beer glass on a keg. They drove through the city to the Capitol grounds and offered these items to state officers. Secretary of State Allen ordered police intervention as the men fled when approached.
A Pittsburg report says Standard Oil will start work tomorrow on a 200 mile pipeline either westward or to the seaboard. J H Snow of United Pipe Lines notes surveys in Northern West Virginia aim to connect Eureka fields with the Washington system in Washington county Pa. The line would be local but open up fertile oil territory, with work starting once surveyors pick the best route.
The Master in the case of Edward L. Stewart administrator of Miss Charlotte Smiths estate vs Delia T G Parnell filed a report favoring Mrs Parnell Delia Parnell allegedly received 4538 in funds from Miss Charlotte Smith and held the money in her own name while paying small dividends to Smith.
Ludwig Marquardt an artist attempted to murder his wife Frederika by shooting her several times and then killed himself by poison. The incident occurred in Philadelphia tonight with Marquardt dying shortly after the act.
Ohio Republican Central Committee in Columbus selects ex Governor Foraker as temporary convention chair amid factional tension. Cleveland set for July 16, with McKinley tariff and liquor measures cited as campaign assets. Nevin and others considered to avoid factionalism. Foraker acceptance via telegram leads to unanimous vote after Kumler withdraws Nevin bid. Ferris vows 8000 strong delegation. committee delays McComas bill discussion.
Rain falls almost non stop through Mohawk Valley with rivers overflowing their banks. Sauquoil Valley reports water over railroad tracks in several spots. In Albany a storm brings sudden temperature drop from 72 to 50 degrees and half an inch of rain in twenty minutes. Wilkesbarre endures severe rain and winds with a boy swept into Jerdie Creek and drowned.
Wheeling May 20 Special Telegram reports the Etna ae rand cdg lla indicates a sale of Kina Glaseworkes. Details are scarce in the brief dispatch.
At the National Conference of Charities and Correction this morning Dr Richard Gundery of Spring Grove Asylum and Dr Stephen Smith of New York discussed care and detention of the insane. Gundery urged state supervision even when authority is delegated to towns or cities, citing jail delays and exposure to depravity for unowned paupers. Cardinal Gibbons may attend and deliver an address at the conference closing tomorrow evening.
In St Louis the Methodist Episcopal Church temperance committee reports the church opposes licenses and the liquor traffic, with ministers active in temperance work. A second committee condemns worldliness including dancing, cards, theater and races, while Dr Philpot’s tobacco proposal was ruled out of order.
Jefferson City May 20 Ex Governor Moorhouse arrived and notified Governor Francis that he cannot cover the state treasury deficit caused by State Treasurer Noland's defalcation and asked that Noland's bondsmen be pursued. The grand jury may indict Noland and probe doodle legislators and corrupt lobbyists tied to beef inspection bills.
Senate inquiry into Major Grant's affairs reveals milk dealers swore health inspectors demanded 300 for immunity from inspection every three months. When refused, dealers faced arrests, milk destruction, and harassment by strike activity surrounding the Health Department.
In Asheville North Carolina on May 20 the General Assembly discussed a Committee on Temperance report that rejects church interference in social government and recommends the church declare neither for prohibition nor for license. Rev W L Lawrance moved to defer the report to 1891 and publish it for Presbyteries.
Special telegram from Erie reports Frank Annam a young farmer near Wagners on the Philadelphia and Erie line fell asleep beside the tracks and was struck by an engine, dying. It recalls his elder brother who was killed at the same spot two years ago in a similar manner.
Dr. Norvin Green, president of Western Union Telegraph, testified before the House Committee on Postoffices and Postroads about the Wanamaker proposed Government bill and spoke firmly against the plan.
Kansas City May 20. City Treasurer Peale is reported short in his accounts by between 17 000 and 20 000 dollars. Tonight the Mayor suspended him from office and the Council ratified the action. An official investigation will begin tomorrow.
Altoona reports a freight wreck three miles east tonight with loss of life alleged. Details were not available as of late.
A patched OCR item describes Captain Yates' Wild West show and foregrounds a call that drew Mayor Gourley and Mayor Wyman into a moment of peace, with pipeline pipes of peace shared and no violence recorded in the morning crowd.
The hearing before Master Serene P. Hatclston was postponed for one week after yesterday afternoon due to city-related issues. The case concerns the Amoskeag engine contest and the parties cited unresolved matters.
Ex Senator Wallace defends his record and explains he has never opposed agricultural interests. He cites opposition to double taxation and his railroad work to develop mineral resources as proof of public duty. Rural counties still instruct for Pattison in Warren County and Mercer district results.
In Yous May 20 meeting of York county Republicans James H. McConkey named permanent chairman. Delegates elected to the State Convention include A. Fulton Stable Sharon Curran. Resolutions express support for McKinley tariff and soldiers benefits while backing Hastings for the state convention. A. O. Fulton chosen county chairman.
At WaAkkes on May 20 the county Democratic convention nominated Cyrus Corwen for Congress M W Bovee for State Senate Charles H Noyes for President Judge H D Bussell for Associate Judge and Joseph Clinton for Assembly Delegates to the State convention were instructed for Pattison for Governor A resolution denounces Quay Dudley Co and their henchmen accusing them of election fraud bribery and state embezzlement concerns with Quay’s Senate seat retention.
In Harrisburg on May 20 three Republican contenders for governor gathered and mingled near the Capitol Park. C W Stone and E A Montooth exchanged friendly greetings as they walked to the Board of Pardons while General Hastings and Major Montooth later appeared. The gubernatorial question was discussed but no decisive stance was revealed, leaving Delamater’s prospects undisturbed.
Special telegram reports ex mayor Richard Vaux won the Third Pennsylvania district seat in a total 8 587 votes with a 7415 majority over opponent. Prohibition candidate Hiram DeWalt received 47 votes and 538 scattered votes went to party leaders and officials.
About half a score of Republican county leaders seek State Convention delegates split between Hastings and Delamater camps. Hastings supporters push for positive instructions honoring Adjutant General Hastings, while Delamater backers seek two delegates and oppose strong instruction. Primary elections in May precede a June 3 convention with Grangers and Farmers Alliance resistance noted.
Special dispatch from New York reports former Pennsylvania governor Curtin visiting Manhattan. Despite frail health he offers political insight, predicting Senator Quay may push Delamater on the party and, if so, face defeat unless Democrats nominate wisely. He adds Democrats' hope lies in Republican folly and Quay’s aggression.
Fifty delegates from eight counties of Maine meet in Waterville for the Union Labor Party state convention. J. R. Clark of Bangor is nominated for Governor by acclaim. L. H. Bateman of Zarsmont for Representative to Congress from the Third district. No nominations in other districts. a State committee is chosen and a committee appointed to prepare an address to voters.
In McConnellsburg on May 20 the Republican County Convention selected J. J. Cromer as delegate to the State Convention. All districts were represented and the meeting was harmonious. Cromer is uninstructed but favors Delamater and will probably vote for him in the state convention.
Official county tally confirms Henry Hall won the Assembly seat across Mercer County. Zeigler of Mercer defeats Downs for Clerk of Courts by about 300 votes, per the dispatch report.
Philadelphia dispatch reports Crawford the defaulting cashier eluded detectives after arrival and fled from Puento, prompting renewed pursuit. The unnamed ship captain described Crawford’s escape as investigators close in.
George Francis Train completes a leg of his record round-the-world voyage and travels from Chicago to Omaha, then on to Tacoma, after arriving tonight.
In Washington May 20 the original package question dominates discussions at both ends of the Capitol. Edmunds Hoar and Wilson back speedy legislation to let states regulate inter state liquor traffic, while West opposes, arguing it would erode federal interstate commerce power. The Senate and House consider bills tied to the Supreme Court decision and aim to let states enforce their own liquor laws.
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