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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1890
Page
7
Fragmented OCR shows addresses and promotional chatter for The Dispatch with scattered names and locations in New York Paris and London. It mentions publishing homes and advertising, plus generic references to hotel appointments and public notices.
The dispatch announces postage details including Sunday and holiday editions, with carrier delivery schedules and pricing notes. The business office relocation is noted as moved to Smithfield and Diamond Streets, Pittsburgh.
The House approved the tariff measure with a strict party line except for two Republicans, Coleman of Louisiana and Featherstone of Arkansas who voted against it. The passage signals strong party discipline and sets up further action when the bill returns from the Senate to the Conference.
A city column notes a plan to name cruiser No. 6 after Raval and to honor Mittsbare on the high seas. The vessel is described as largest yet built, potentially among the fastest and most formidable ships, with prudence advised before soliciting a godfather role for the city.
A newspaper note reviews the Tor Dis laver road expedition along the old Philadelphia and Pittsburgh turnpike. It argues that the road remains solid after twenty years of neglect and could be fully restored with moderate spending, proving long term savings over patchwork dirt roads. It urges state ownership of main road construction with local bodies handling branches.
A Chicago View defect notes the Michigan steamer as a 600 ton side wheel relic, built thirty years ago, slow unless wind favorable. It argues foreigners would be unimpressed by lake naval power and suggests keeping the vessel hidden to avoid disappointment.
The piece argues that displaying massive American ships at Chicago would reveal the futility of arms to foreigners. It praises the 800 ton sidewheel steamer for inland commerce and guarding four great ports, illustrating that peacetime ships convey stronger lessons than arms. The Michigan ship embodies the idea that large armaments are unnecessary and could persuade rivals to repurpose swords into plowshares.
The author traces the Supreme Court’s move away from Taney’s 1847 doctrine, noting shifts in interstate commerce regulation from federal to state control. It cites Granger cases and Wabash Railway, argues the Court’s new rule risks leaving areas like debt collection and bankruptcy unregulated without national action, and warns of far reaching consequences.
A circular from the Mississippi River Improvement and Levee Association appeals to Tan Disraton for support against misrepresented views opposing levees. The piece argues floods require wider outlets during high water and condemns narrowing channels as failing to protect communities. It notes broad local support for levees to reclaim bottom lands yet warns outlets must exist.
A terse remark questions Blaine's stance or role implying that Blaine may not support Blaine. The fragment hints at political or strategic doubt without naming events or contexts.
A historical note describes Curcano’s effort to strengthen its position against Pittburg by expanding sea based manufacturing. The text recounts Pittsburgh’s pride in iron and steel output and satirically mentions April showers and May flowers. It also notes Dr Montercolo’s prison sentence for harassing his wife and uses the case to comment on foreign titles and marriage markets.
The text notes Wren Featherstone of Arkansas voting against a tariff measure amid political beat and tensions. It critiques seating and unseating Democratic opponents as a costly struggle and hints at broader reflections on policy, liquor laws, and academic moves in Cornell.
The Benale affair raises questions about authorship of the alleged landing plank in the Republican platform. Rumors float that both Farwell and Stewart may not be the true author, with speculation about others involved. Meanwhile Langtry's return to America promises new dramatic attractions, and wage and rate tensions ripple through coal and railroad industries as plans for a busy tourism and yachting season unfold.
Democratic organs call Hayne's apologized stance an "apology" while rival Nat Goodwin as Professor Whittin accepts the claim. In the same area two railroad accidents killed two engineers, maintaining a grim local toll from industrial negligence.
The close tally left Republican leaders worried they failed to unseat more Democratic members, warning the outcome could hinge on party strategy as the tin plate amendment faced a tight vote and possible reversal.
The week brings a mix of personal earnings in Aberdeen and Victoria honor plans for Emperor William. Notables include Coloye L. Guirrian leading the Baptist Union of England, Stanley’s Geographical Society medal by Mires Exvtyon, and Miss Sarah Onne Jewett recovering in Missouri. Dr Hale spoke on citizenship. burial plans and fortunes, plus a 101 year old drum major, appear in brief notices.
A Dempseytown woman in Derrick says crows raid nests and steal eggs regardless of location. She recalls a crow attempting to imitate a turkey gobbler to woo a hen, making a clumsy red clay covered head to lure the bird.
Amid relentless rains, railroads face washouts and slides with the Ohio and Wayne lines reporting elevated danger. A massive earth mass buried a north track near Amnon, forcing trains to switch to the south track. A Cleveland Express passage previously trembled from a nearby slide. A separate crime tale tells of a clever criminal evading detectives via an elevator ruse, slipping away after a warrant is issued. The article updates Jeanne D Arc productions in Paris where Bernhardt’s revival draws pivotal attention despite previous casting shifts.
Fragmented item list notes an Indian admitted to practice law in North Dakota and various political comments. Mentions of interviews with reporters, German politics, Massachusetts doctors, and public figures, plus a divorce for mockery of biscuits. Prohibition candidate Bam Kwall highlighted amid tariff debate.
The Slarpeville Advertiser reports that First Assistant Post master General Clarkson is expected to resign soon and that Postmaster McKean of Pittsburg will be urged to assume the position.
The Dispatch celebrates its growing circulation and the addition of a double perfecting press to its press room. It boasts a mammoth Sunday page and a literary column supplied by top contributors. The paper presents itself as essential for the people and home circle.
A jumble of notices reports Dr. Homer Judd dying at Upper Alton and other local deaths. George W. Gray, noted Pillaburg figure, dies at his home on Bolom Street. Funeral arrangements and attendance details appear for several individuals including Frances M Harbison and Joannette Baker. Dr. W H Byford of Chicago is listed among prominent deaths.
May 2, CUMMERLAND. The fiftieth anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Firle was celebrated at St Peter and Paul Church with solemn mass. Their four sons attended. Rev Fathers Joseph Firle and Nicholas Firle were present, along with D A Natt hart and Mather Henry Drosaman. The family reunion included seven children, with two daughters in monasteries. Mr Henry Firle married Miss Catharine Kraua in this city 50 years ago. They mostly resided here except for years in Bedewher? and have lived in this city most of the time.
May 21 report from Lock Haven notes extensive preparations for the Knight Templar annual conclave and grand ball. The event will be held next Tuesday at the West Main rink with Mountain City Band providing music and a large pavilion to serve refreshments, decorations estimated at 60 dollars.
The Mi lescant Journal reports that the U S Supreme Court’s original package decision affects liquor sales near Connellaville. Open package stores now operate along the Lomwearing road from Connellaville to Uniontown, offering half pint and quart packages. Proprietors claim large sales and no police interference, with residents noting the shift to open, visible operations.
Samuel Mokieo of East Saginaw wed Mine Carrier of Captain Lyock in a May 21 ceremony at the bride’s Capitol M11 residence. The couple will reside in Madmaw with best wishes from family and friends.
A muddled text shows poems and notices with names like Senator Carling Carlisle Horton Courter and Washington Pont, mixed with lines about fate umbrellas suburban time cards and a boilerplate political clue. The passage blends lyrics, character sketches, and stray phrases from a historical page.
Misou Theatre schedules next week include Edward Js Pinsson's comedy One of the Finest with a water tank stage effect and Jersey City views. Edwin Tiyan stars as John Mister the pollonman as a large crowd enjoys a New York inspired production. Grand Opera House guests see Hancon's New Fantasma Monday for one week including Wednesday and Saturday shows as farewell run in Pittsburgh.
John W. Reed investigates Gubernatorial primary methods in Clarion county circulating a Clarion borough petition. Voters dispute counts show more signatures than votes for Montooth and fraud is alleged. Evidence suggests votes were destroyed and the case may go to court to prove Montooth carried the county.
A traveler from Ogden discusses Utah religious differences and the Supreme Court ruling. He predicts a heavy blow to the church and a surge of immigration into the Territory, with rapid population growth in Utah’s larger cities as a consequence. He notes uncertainty over land and property impacts and the mixed reactions of Mormon adherents, especially younger members.
In Ogden and Salt Lake City Liberals hold sway with Gentiles largely in Liberal ranks and Mormons in the Peoples party. The discussion notes potential territory statehood as Liberal power grows, while locals emphasize business progress over religious strife. Ogden lies at the junction of railways near Great Salt Lake, poised for expansion with coal and iron ore. A Rocky Mountain carnival plans high society events including a Rex II coronation and Mardi Gras style pageant in Ogden.
An Idaho woman on Squaw Creek tames rattlesnakes while a racer is bitten. A den near Rock, Idaho, is described as highly notorious with hundreds basking on sunny days. In Connecticut a man shoots a fatal adder attack during a gathering. Chicago reports deadly moccasins found in bananas from a Latin America trade context.
Scranton hosts the annual Red Men of Pennsylvania gathering with about 250 delegates. Prominent officers include Charles C. Conley Great Chief of Records and William G. Mexers Great Sachem, both of Philadelphia. Proceedings are stated as secret.
The Dispatch notes the death of William Blades on April 27 at his home in Hutton, England. A printer by training and prolific writer on typography, Blades authored The Life and Typography of William Caxton and other key works. His library and lifelong service to printers mark a lasting legacy in bibliographic studies.
In a letter to the editor from Jonetown dated May 21 Jane BLA asks if she may drill a driven well on her rural property for personal drinking water. She seeks to know if such a water well is patented and asks for the patentee's name and address.
A letter from 4.0. McBean of ULaRK, May 10, asks The Wispatchy Editor for rain to improve local roads. He jokes about endless drought, states he has not used an umbrella in seven years, and offers “mort gages” as what the town needs instead of charity.
The Dispatch Press editor is asked what education an actor should have especially in languages and whether a Shakespearian actor is newer than others. The writer signs A A Y A PriTanvre and dates May 2.
Titusville reports GOP candidates for Register and Recorder and a close race for Senator, with strong opposition to Chairman Andrews. Corry residents demand more offices as coal miners face safety legislation. Horner, Scull, Delamater, and Wallace vie for congressional seats. Lycoming County eyes Ritter’s reelection chances. Maradeen Grange endorses Pattison or Black over Delamater or Wallace. statewide primaries continue, with 41 counties already voting and Philadelphia delegates pivotal.
Curiosities on icebergs and patent ideas. a Birmingham death noted. rumors of a birthday party incident. In Maine husbands carry home small packages. two English cyclists complete a Europe tour. Langtry jokes on stage. a shoe pattern exhibited in Keokuk. A Brooklyn church photo cylinder and slavery reports from Zanzibar. A snake incident in Setauket. church customs in Lockport cause defections. Cattle milk theft, cowcatcher patents, a brakeman injured, Idaho horse roundups. A Tripleta birth in California. a Pickens counterfeiting case. a Philadelphia judge's unusual death sentence pattern. A New York hotel cat hazard with lime fires.
A garbled column of quips and exchanges from a late friend newspaper era recounts witty remarks about thinner women and editors near Europe and New York. The fragments mention Miss Canner of Chicago and a world’s fair lure, while stray lines hint at social banter and a post prandial life among scholars and artists.
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