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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1891
Page
15
The article discusses voluntary contributors keeping copies and notes cooperation pricing. It mentions that the editor will extend manuscripts while stamps apply. It states postage for mailing The Dispatch is two cents and that multiple copies require a 2-cent stamp for delivery.
The Ohio canvass defines the Republican protectionist stance against Democratic free trade and silver policy. In Pennsylvania the Senate’s whitewashing of state officers tightens the race climate. Local sentiment favors Republicans, with the presidential contest influencing caution in voting. Ohio and Pennsylvania dominate Tuesday’s ballot concerns.
The Auditing Committee report on Allegheny City Mayor's office implies prima facie breach of trust by two mayors. Public discussion links harsher accusations, urging decisive action, cleansing of government, and penalties for any proven misconduct.
The article critiques the fashionable mourning over buffalo extinction, noting that people shipped some to England and that Britain now hosts as many live buffalo as the American plains. It argues the decline was inevitable with civilization and questions blanket blame.
The article argues the buffalo, a useless wild ox, should not be preserved at the expense of cultivating western lands. It contends that plains habitat loss is inevitable if wild herds persist and praises replacing buffalo with beef cattle for mass food production. It urges practical development over protecting wild game for sport.
The straightouts from both parties disrupt local leadership, shaping the year’s politics in Allegheny County. The struggle stirs rival factions but likely won’t unseat Judges McClung Porter Kennedy, whose seats in Common Pleas No. 4 remain secure.
An editorial argues the Tennessee mining rebellion, sparked by obsolete laws and convict labor, risks civil warlike upheaval. It condemns armed insurrection and decries force over law, urging Tennessee to reform laws and ensure fair wages or abandon the mines.
The New York Evening Sun questions whether news dissemination dulls curiosity and predicts a future shift toward nourishing theories. The piece notes readers value broad, abundant news over heavy theory and observes no clear reversal in public taste despite claims.
A tiny circulated paper is offered at a ridiculously low price, just a few cents, highlighting the bargain and small-scale publication model.
The Dispatch argues against using naval buildup to wage war for prestige. It cites officers advocating aggression toward Chile as dangerous and unworthy. It urges a restrained navy, protecting citizens and interests without sparking costly conflicts or harming South American relations.
The article reports on a visit by the chief engineer of the Inman steamship line and the likelihood that Lima crude will be adopted as fuel for vessels. It argues oil could prove cheaper than coal, with Pennsylvania oil and McDonald gushers supporting ample supply. The local impact on Pittsburgh mills and oil interests is noted, highlighting broader economic benefits.
The New York Post political directory offers a fastidious summary of state and county candidates. It notes that this year the candidates appear better than usual and questions whether the journal is more tolerant or if the stormy outlook has pushed bosses to back stronger men.
The piece condemns a reported Texas crowd burning a Black man, calling it a fabrication but warns mobs in the South have long operated with barbarism. It notes Dr Keeley’s gold remedy theory gains support and critiques legal maneuvers delaying investigations, while Walt Whitman receives a tomb gift amid limited use.
A column critiques Mr. Depew as the greatest orator and mocks rival political plots over New York’s World’s Fair hopes. It recounts a German circus tragedy, John L. Sullivan’s return journey, and references Paxton in Kiowa Kansas resigning as mayor after alcohol politics.
A collage of brief items notes Pam Armour enjoying bean bag with babies, GexreaL Bourier missing voting, Hyderabad financier Nisam spending ten million yearly for 50 wives, Mme Blavatsky glamour, General Grose's valet Hugg on his wedding trip, Brush Electric’s John Curry linked to Jones Who Pays the Freight, ex Senator Fair of California said to have wed a San Francisco girls’ school proprietor, Von Muchar to stay as German representative in Washington, Fran Nees Willard proposing a total abstinence professor be appointed to the American University in Washington.
The piece notes the czar’s return as a lugubrious event amid widespread distress in Russia. It highlights increased nihilist sentiment and peasant anger directed at Hebrews, alongside possible renewed opposition to the government and potential threats of despotism.
A collage of quotations from multiple papers discussing Grover Cleveland speeches boosting Democratic gains, Missouri rainfall quirks, women voters supporting McKinley, alliance shifts, American hogs in Italy under the Blaine McKinley tariff, and claims about U.S. farming implements versus South American prices.
Chairman Hahn of the Republican State Executive Committee reports a statewide poll showing increased Republican interest and a sweeping victory in this county. He forecasts McKinley will win Ohio by 18 000 to 21 000 in Hamilton County, with a safe legislature majority and no surrender of the Senate seat.
Long article argues Pittsburg will gain a lake Erie ship canal and Ohio River improvements to export coal and Ohio Valley breadstuffs. Notes past shipbuilding in Pittsburg and forecasts inland city evolving into a seaport with ocean going ships sailing to foreign ports. Describes potential federal action and economic impact for industry and national defense.
The Nicaragua canal is depicted as essential to ease tensions with Chile and shorten voyages for U S ships. The piece argues the route would reduce travel distance and time, avoiding the Strait of Magellan and benefiting Pacific coast nations by promoting stability. It frames canal completion as a strategic necessity for American interests and regional peace.
A dialect verse from the Chicago Herald describes weather and farm life with playful imagery. It depicts bees, water, lambs, a drover, bells, and animals moving about amid sun and wind. The piece evokes rustic scenes and a rustic narrator voice with rural-prose cadence.
The New York Herald notes two recent feats by American railways: a Buffalo express run on New York Central tracks and a Pacific coast transcontinental train completing a four days 13 hours 41 minutes journey. The piece lauds American rail management and infrastructure, stressing vast track mileage and rapid transit as proof of superiority.
A collection of 19th century editorial quips on campaign mood. Troll-like lines praise party activity while predicting results in Ohio, Iowa, New York and Massachusetts. The items lampoon Cleveland McKinley and discuss ballot understanding and voter enthusiasm.
The article discusses Colonel Wilson’s proposal to restore the President’s annual ten cadet appointments at large, arguing a modest increase is wiser than sweeping ones. It notes exceptional civilian second cadetships this year, possible vacancies next year, and the aim to educate officers for emergencies through annual military college placements.
The passage argues that protecting American citizens should prevail over party politics. It urges firm diplomacy, full apologies and reparations if mistreatment occurs, and defends President Harrison and Secretary Blaine as acting with true patriotism, warning against partisan slime corrupting national duty.
Notice reports Rochester pioneer miller John Babbage who arrived as a poor immigrant in 1597 and walked to New York before helping establish the area’s flour trade. Details mention family ties, business beginnings, and his long connection to the Rochester region. Also noted are brief obituaries of Colonel B C Yancey and Mrs A M Wattles with service plans.
General Gomez of Mexico dies. Austrian Parliament Vice President Paince CZanToxYsM dies in Vienna. Fury BecLEn hotel proprietor and former soldier dies in Johnstown aged 61. Captain aie Jace dies at home in Bellevue Pennsylvania aged 77. Aletaspin WillS veteran dies at Wormleysburg aged 4. He served in the Civil War with the NorthPennsylvania Covenant. Sherman’s famous foe H.yracer, conductor on the Ft Wayne road, dies in Leotedal. Stacey, longtime associate of enemies, dies. H. J. Fowen dies in Atlanta October Mth, leaving two children. H. BUAND Republican leader in Central New York dies Monday aged several years. Served in 1882 and 1962 legislatures and as state senator 1870-1. He had been invalid five years.
A Western visitor contrasts Chicago and New York retail life noting Chicago's generous women’s amenities and delivery services. The piece also surveys police activity, astigmatism heredity costs, trade delays, brash city life, and a rainy day street scene.
A scattered assemblage of odd facts and anecdotes covers topics from beekeeping yields to European murders, writing directions, cat stray warnings, museum relics, railway profits, a cave in Kansas, Shetland knitting, paper making from corn husks, air from cemeteries, Liberia temperance taxes, Eastern vs California plant views, Liberia timepieces, mosquitoes weight, a Buchanan grandmother, and ghost rumors at Fort Leavenworth.
General Miles calls for mobilizing 90 000 state troops and 10 000 federal troops to meet at the World’s Fair in Chicago and requests Congress to appropriate 550 000 dollars. He argues the move would showcase military potential and offer a timely demonstration of quick armed call up.
A collage of quips and scenes includes a call for help murder fire and police, cartoon like exchanges about robbery and crying, plus snippets about Pipkin Weeks being blackballed and social chatter from various publications. The text blends jokes, dialogue fragments, and stray quotes.
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