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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1890
Page
14
The article explains voter eligibility in Pennsylvania, how to prove qualifications at the polls, and warnings against tricks on election day. It defines terms like smooth-bore tickets and scratching, advises folding methods, and suggests obtaining help from trusted friends or booth staff to avoid errors or manipulation.
An open letter to Republican voters denounces the Democratic nominee Robert E Pattison, criticizing his prior support of tariff reform and his actions in Allegheny county. It urges Republicans to vote for party principles, beware deceptive tickets, and ensure a clear Republican showing statewide and locally. The communication attacks Pattison’s record on civil service, coroner appointments, and party loyalty, urging vigilance at the polls and a unified party ticket.
Two commercial travelers clashed over gloves in a heated dispute at the Anderson. A drummer, posing as a constable, initiated a mock arrest and collected a $10 forfeit before offering bail and cigars to end the scene. The affair ended with laughter as the joke wore out.
Surveys nearing completion outline a new through line for the Oil City branch of the Leake Shore and Michigan Southern to connect with Beech Creek and Reading. About 85 miles of track from Clearfield to Oil City would traverse Forest Clarion and Jefferson counties, boosting NY Chicago distance by 150 miles and NY Pittsburg by 200. The plan increases competition with Baltimore and Ohio and taps a developing rich local traffic belt.
A Philadelphia resident attests that Robert E. Pattison will keep the respect of honest voters even if he is not popular with party allies. Pattison is praised for integrity and for defending the people’s interests against fellow Democrats during past disputes.
Editor E. F. Acheson from Washington says Colonel Andy Stewart is not being traded. Acheson projects Stewart winning in Washington by 1,200, Fayette by 500, Allegheny 2,000 to 3,000, and Greene at about 1,800 for Democrats. He corrects a misquote about Delamater and gives his counts for the county margins.
Local railroad men watch President Mayer of the B and O and his party in Council Bluffs as talk of a Northern Pacific Wisconsin Central and Baltimore and Ohio consolidation grows. A through line across the continent seems possible with B and O arrangements into Chicago via Wisconsin Central. If the World's Fair moves to the lake front Illinois Central might lose tracks forcing B and O to seek other facilities. Strong reasons support this potential combination.
The column lists touring companies underway on the B and C road. Lester Williams head to New York, Blackthorn troupe to Wheeling and back, World's Museum freaks and Harry Davis troupe head to eastern and western points, Hyde Specialty Company and The Great Metropolis troupe arrive from New York today.
An East End husband interrupts a weekly fashion sewing circle by quietly sitting and mending old stockings. The women grow angry, and one member orders him out. The incident ends with the man declaring he will not again interfere with the society’s work and learns a lesson about respect for their craft.
R O Breies credits an item in The Dispatch with reviving his early idea for regulating streetcar fares. He developed a device after seeing an episode on the Pittsburg Traction line where a passenger misused a registration rope, paying 23 cents. Breies says he has perfected a device to sell in Chicago.
Two well dressed mechanics on a Saturday half holiday visit a saloon after drinking earlier. Jim persuades his companion to have more alcohol despite his initial resistance. A habit of the night emerges as a brief period of intoxication follows.
Advertises a sale by Rosenpaum and Co offering Cheviot reefers jackets and seal plush garments at deeply reduced prices. Features include beaver jackets, astrakhan trimmed reefers and numerous capes in varied price ranges with many items claimed to be half price or below regular value. Sixity styles announced with urgency to buy before stock runs out.
James G. Blaine John Sherman Speaker Reed and Major McKinley condemn Pennsylvania backing Cleveland's pet candidate Robert E Pattison as infamous and warn of political betrayal if protections supporters desert this year.
Credit, yes credit, available on jackets wraps dress goods millinery at J Dwyers. No agents no collectors no commissions. Room 4 McCance block upstairs car Seventh ave and Smithfield st.
James G. Blaise urged Delamater in Philadelphia last night. In Pittsburgh he warned that a Pennsylvania vote against them would imply the McKinley bill was not valued by the people it aimed to shield.
Until November 30 1890 we offer a life size crayon portrait for 350 dollars or 12 elegant cabinets for 1 dollar at Aufrecht's Life Gallery 516 Market Street Pittsburg Bring children use elevator.
The document presents fragmented political notes urging votes for Wade Pattison and Cleveland while lampooning tariff positions and denouncing deserters. It references confidential correspondence, a disfigured disease cure claim, and a tailored clothing offer at 700 Smithfield Street as part of adyerisements.
Communicated notices urge Pennsylvania Republicans to back Delamater and the McKinley bill. McClistery battles for life in Ohio amid re districting. Employment ads seek salespeople for Kaufmanns. Gas-saving devices advertised by McGlewis & Co. at 143 Fourth Ave Basement.
An extended visit to Curry University highlights a surge in enrollment since 1860, with a fourth story planned. Professors Wisman, Schmid, Ring and Wood lead math, languages, psychology, and science while the business, shorthand, and normal departments report strong numbers and practical training through intercollegiate trade, stenography and teacher certification. The 1881 start and 1,606 students last year mark notable progress.
The community mourns 24 year old Charles Barchus who died from injuries after leaping from his engine following a collision on Monday night October 20, 1890. He remained conscious for 30 minutes praying and bidding farewell to friends, wife and parents.
The fragment lists numerous grocery items with prices and delivery terms from M. R. Thompsey at 301 Market St. and 69 Third Ave, Pittsburgh area. It notes free delivery within two cities and prepaid freight for orders over ten dollars within one hundred miles, inviting readers to send for price lists.
The article claims Democrats conceal free trade intentions behind attacks and questions if Republican voters will accept it. It notes the Grand Opera House will host Klaw and Erlanger's The Great Metropolis next week, a production that ran for most of a season in New York and has enjoyed success elsewhere.
The item cites Democratic odds on an election favoring Pattison and criticizes Cleveland's doctrines. It urges readers to visit E Schaner at 407 Wood St for fall and winter clothing offering full value. It also notes Blaisf of Maine doubting Pennsylvania’s party loyalties and predicts Republicans staying true to their colors.
Clothing cloak hat and furnishing goods salesmen are wanted at Kaufmann Store with applications requested for Monday morning.
The platform lauds Senator Quay and urges Republicans to unite against so-called small bosses. It cites Quay as a trusted former public servant and praises his primacy while challenging rival factions. Rennie & Wisp's at 710 Penn Ave offers new dress trimmings.
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