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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1890
Page
15
The Dispatch outlines subscription options including weekly carrier rates and Sunday editions. It notes delivery terms, carrier responsibilities, and address changes, with postage and stamp guidelines for extra copies. The notice cautions volunteers to keep proofs and manuscripts and explains substitute costs for duplicate issues.
The Dispatch notes summer mail forwarding options with monthly rates and a three month package. It instructs readers to provide both old and new addresses and confirms the business office relocation to the corner of Smithfield and Diamond Streets.
The article critiques proposed census questions on mortgage indebtedness and chronic diseases. It notes newspapers' warnings against personal inquiries and cites lawyers who oppose state intrusion. It argues data accuracy may suffer as individuals hide information and suggests physician totals could preserve privacy.
A Georgia Colonel Scott attracts notice for using his half million to fund education and public causes during his lifetime. He aims to leave heirs only a small competence, following Carnegie's early example though at a lower wealth level.
The piece critiques Democratic papers stance on the tariff bill. It argues they denounce duties as robbing the public yet would accept a tariff for revenue. It notes Democrats would claim some level of protection is proper.
The article argues that Republicans should craft a protectionist tariff with revenue provisions, asserting duties reduce imports and Treasury gains. It contrasts this with Cleveland's approach and claims protection benefits both domestic producers and national industry, while acknowledging possible imperfections but predicting overall beneficial outcomes for the economy.
The Grand Army of the Republic calls to keep Decoration Day sacred to honoring Union soldiers. It opposes general parades and sports that dilute the memorial aim, noting the day's origin under John A. Logan was for solemn remembrance rather than festivities.
The piece mocks books and essays about America by Andrew Lang and Max O'Rell, arguing they lack true knowledge of Americans. It ridicules their claims and notes Lang has not been in America while Blouet toured briefly, deeming their discussions trivial and for amusement rather than truth.
The government orders military and naval officers to promptly stop filibustering parties from entering Mexican territory amid reports of an organization to seize Lower California. The move follows concerns over strained relations with Mexico and the need to preserve stability on the frontier.
The piece argues against private war for territorial expansion, noting past filibusters and Cuban attempts. It links expansionism to piracy and warns that any private levy of war would bring swift government opposition, referencing Maximilian’s overthrow and the shift toward international cooperation.
The railroad officials contend the Central Traffic Association does not set rates arbitrarily. They cite last year’s 25 cent coal cut by the Hocking Valley to the lakes, yet note Pittsburg rates remain binding.評論 rail theories claim service value should set rates, but Chicago data shows coal cannot bear current rates and traffic shifts to the Hocking Valley, placing heavy charges on Pittsburg.
The piece notes that East life insurance companies are planning to build in Pittsburgh and its surroundings, signaling a major real estate market push. Early investment is advised to capture the advantageous position as Pittsburgh’s business growth draws outside attention and clearing house figures show sustained expansion in 1890.
A Philadelphia paper notes the City Parks Association pushes for more breathing places for workers and criticizes partisan patronage. It cites Cleveland mayors practice and urges cleaner signatures on petitions. The United States navy is now engaged.
The Cedar Keys mayoral case is cited in a report noting Judge Hindman of the United States District Court for Indiana holds that importing and selling liquors in original packages is lawful under the Supreme Court decision but does not authorize maintaining a sale outlet in defiance of state laws. The ruling, if upheld, could force dealers to operate as itinerant suppliers of original packages from other states.
A critical look at the Stayton-Wyman contest suggests juries favor the club method of getting tips and may doom the jury system as a failure. The proceedings imply election records are inaccurate and the opponent’s evidence is largely incompetent, according to the writer.
The piece notes Congress may set a landmark by showing how to handle a deficit while repeating Fred Grant’s claim that surplus disposal is easier. It cites Judge Ingraham of New York calling the Sugar Trust a vehicle for private profit through taxed food, and laments courts and legislatures’ reluctance to curb millionaire led illegal combinations. It contrasts Haymarket dynamiter history with ongoing anarchist tendencies framed as destructive, yet equally foolish.
A year after the Johnstown calamity the city shows revival with new fine buildings and stronger protections. The piece notes global sympathy and hopes for a better planned city. It also mentions a disputed election case where returns were moved from the Prothonotary's office to an unknown junkshop, prompting calls for explanations.
An official from the New York Street Cleaning Department, known for relying on weather, says a good rain storm saves the city at least $1,000. The remark contrasts with Pittsburg’s debt, implying high taxes would need years to cover it.
In Allegheny during the ongoing canvass the sentiment condemns pernicious activity by ee holders when directed at the other side. The remark reflects a strong political bias shaping views on misconduct in the election context.
A Boston Herald remark questions Colemans tariff stance to favor sugar interests. A Montana earthquake is cited as urging honest elections. The House Judiciary Committee votes for a women’s suffrage amendment. Buces County punishes defaulters harshly. The Philadelphia Press criticizes Wanamaker’s business methods in the cabinet, contrasting Clarkson’s approach.
Purely personal notes mix social notices and celebrity anecdotes. Prof Huxlevy’s growing deafness tires him, May Patty’s New York friends claim she’s offered 10000 a night to sing at the Chicago Auditorium, and ex SecernanY of War belenap grows redder with age. Florence Nightingale turns 70. Uncle Jerry Rusk at the White House speaks informally. Burns autograph sold from Sir Edward Sullivan’s collection. Duke of Westwingter earns about 6000 yearly from visitors to Haton Hall, giving all to charity. Albert Victor created Duke of Florence and Athlone. Clarence Halstead to marry Harriet De Ford June 4. Mrs Craviner Wood Littlefield of Woburn dies May 10, granddaughter of Sylvanus Wood.
Elmer Wagner married Miss Vermont Foreman, daughter of ex sheriff Foreman, in Carlisle. Rev W W Evans officiated at the Methodist church. They depart for Baltimore and Washington to travel on a tandem bicycle, attracting local attention.
The piece surveys the waning craze for old grandfathers clocks, notingScarce genuine pieces in Western Pennsylvania and nearby states as dealers and enthusiasts hoard them. It highlights Sewickley clock collector Mr Frank Straw and his museum like home where several century old clocks are restored and displayed including a musical West Virginia find with Washington and Columbus portraits and moving wooden musicians.
Representative O Neill of Pennsylvania introduced a joint resolution authorizing the Library Committee of Congress to arrange the corner stone laying of the Congressional Library. It empowers inviting Masonic and other dignitaries and appropriates two thousand dollars for the ceremony.
Philadelphia Republicans choose delegates for the State Convention on June 3. Republican candidates include Joan A. M. Passinoone promoting Lt Governor nomination. Prohibition names W. W. Hague H T Ames and John E B Gill for Governor. Senator James Buran faces a three cornered renomination contest. K F Schwarzwra withdraws from Legislature race. Ebensburg Democrats set campaign expense assessments. Local movements and district outlooks feature Monmouth boom, Cameron county delegate Buller Lagle endorsing Stone for Governor, and Lycoming facing a Munson bid amid a slate of Herring Hoffa and Fretz candidates.
The Dispatch is highlighted as leading local and metropolitan papers in Gas City, with a Sunday edition gaining rapid traction. Circulation exceeds 60,000 copies, signaling strong readership and broad appeal across Washington county.
A jumble of satirical notes on Kansas prohibition shifts, Kentucky racing politics, Carlisle election quips, and rural papers filled with sheriff sales and announcements. Local items include pension news for James S Templeton of Phillips Town and a Buffalo policeman taking a new baseball post amid sharp, humorous observations.
Justice Miller of the United States Supreme Court faces criticism in Iowa for joining the original package ruling. In a personal letter he explains his duty to follow the court’s 60 year old decision rooted in the U.S. Constitution and says he will uphold those principles until the Constitution is changed by those with authority.
A meditation on endurance where pain of soul or body seems to test life’s limit. The speaker reflects that death picks its moment only after enduring many evils and sufferings.
Murray’s Musings highlights Berry Wall famed for dress, with his St. Louis father in law Major Melbourne and three notable sisters. It recounts Wall’s Beau Brummell style and a running anecdote about a Washington bank cash game gone wrong. It also discusses New York ice industry ideas and the Parisian caraffe freezing concept.
A jumble of oddities across locations includes Ottawa Missouri fetishes, coroner verdicts in Wisconsin, debt free Salt Lake City, a Missouri jail idle five years, and a two headed New York lamb. Reports describe unusual creatures, mechanical toys, and peculiar local incidents from Ipswich to Portland and beyond.
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