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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1890
Page
7
Washington May 4. A columnist notes Thomas Nast's fearless doodling at the Capitol. He recalls Nast's blunt humor and predicts the artist would sketch even a Cabinet meeting, taunting officials as he roams the town with a mischievous grin.
In a humorous aside, the narrator and Nast sketch members of Congress, comparing a prize fighter appearance to Carlisle and Heard while sharing wry observations about politicos. The piece shifts to news that a Canandaigua murder suspect was sentenced to die by electric chair at Auburn during the week of July 12, with a closing plug for M. G. Cohen’s diamond shop at 533 Smithfield St.
John Goble was committed to jail in default of bail for trial on a bigamy charge brought by Maud McCrea before Alderman Gripp. The prosecutrix claims she was No 2 in his affections after a period of acquaintance and courtship.
Building Inspectors Hoffmann and Brown inspected seating for delegates at the Scotch Irish Convention Mechanical Ball. They urged stage and seating reinforcements for safety. Architect Bailey offered to bet any city architect would deem the arrangements perfectly secure.
Census Supervisor Oliver orders immediate action as several appointed enumerators have not yet reported for oath. Although a week's notice was given, many accepted posts have not advanced to receive commissions, with the deadline set for Monday for those who wish to serve.
The Committee on Charities met yesterday with only the Chief of the Department the Presidents and three council members present. The committee has 1821 total members but adjourned due to no quorum.
Rochester N Y May 24 Frank Fish who killed John Callinain at Canandaigua on the night of January 26 was brought to trial today with authorities stating the motive and circumstances of the shooting.
Pearsons Cab Photos offer affordable portraits at Galleries 96 Fifth Ave and 43 Federal St Allegheny. Mamaux & Son advertise trimmed hats and novelties at 539 Penn Ave Pittsburgh while Rosenbaum Co displays latest fashions. Lucrerne swilings praised. Mahnaux & Son again listed at 539 Penn Ave.
A discussion urges wealthy women to fund higher education for women, noting gifts to Bryn Mawr and Sophie Newcomb College and predicting broader access at Princeton, Tulane, and Columbia. The piece contrasts male and female education funding, warns against shallow finishing schools, and advocates endowments and fellowships to empower women academically.
Philadelphia week reports officers on leave and duties. Washington Infantry to picnic June 25 at Silver Lake Grove. Colonels Hawerins Mage and Perchment referenced with promotions, recoveries, and ceremonial plans. Rifle practice notes and inspections across regiments outlined, with Central Armory upgrades and recent battery inspections praised. Special trips to Cleveland for Washington Infantry noted with details on timetable and floral tributes.
Advertises shoes that require no breaking in and assure contented travel. Claims all purchases, from lowest priced to best goods, will prove entirely satisfactory.
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