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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1891
Page
4
The Ohio election result, with McKinley winning by about 15,000 votes, signals broad support for protective tariff policies. The outcome reinforces Republican leadership and policy emphasis while shaping Democratic strategy on tariffs for the next year.
The county election featured a clear contest on the Judiciary ticket. Voters favored nonpartisan judicial representatives as concern for removing politics from the bench outweighed irregular party steps in naming Kennedy, Met Ogune, Porter, and others.
The Washington Port accuses an independent stance of violent infonemience and partisan bias. It cites hostile reporting about Mr. Heosere, the Civil Service Commission, and Roosevelt while praising Fessett and opposing machine politicians.
The article praises Mascagni's rapid ascent as a new operatic composer with L Amico Fritz and Cavalier Rusticana. It notes the broader ambitions of his first work, compares the length and scope of the second, and questions whether such meteoric fame can endure without a decline, while the music critics watch with interest.
Returns indicate the State ticket likely elected but with a thinner Republican margin. Allegheny and Philadelphia push GOP votes while outer counties shift Democratic, signaling voter discontent with official misconduct and Treasury issues but support for national party lines. Constitutional Convention proposal appears decisively defeated outside coal counties.
The article analyzes post election results across New York, Massachusetts, Iowa, and other states. It notes local issues and personalities dominated campaigns, with Tammany and Platt machine contrasts in New York and Governor Russell's appeal in Massachusetts. Democratic gains appear in rural New York counties and liquor-leaning Iowa towns, but broader national impact remains unclear.
The railroad coal miners ended their strike yesterday by resuming work at the old rate. The editor notes the stoppage caused a month of idle time and higher coal prices for consumers in Pittsburgh and beyond. It urges labor leaders to learn from the episode, arguing strikes should be used only in dire circumstances with a real chance of success.
New York fashion circles focus on Princeton Yale football and a forthcoming horse show. Horses attract more attention for jumping, pace, and clipped manes, while the college game is noted for its controversy and dollar driven prestige. Premiums totaling $4,000 are cited in coverage of the equestrian display.
The piece decries lavish betting on horses over college football players, arguing fashion values moneyed racing over scholastic athletes. It compares imperial Berlin policing with reform zeal and notes manners in London society, stressing true courtesy to all dependents.
The surplus of apples in New England may be sent to New York charitable institutions to fill sacks and barrels for rural districts at no cost. The suggestion aims to dispose of valueless stock while predicting that New Englanders will convert much into cider apple butter and animal feed.
Ignatius Donnelly files two libel suits against the St Paul Pioneer Press seeking 100000 and 50000 dollars. Returns from the earlier suit would net 150000, raising questions about the effort versus reward for pursuing such actions. If Senator Quay pursued similar suits against all papers publishing the certificate, dividends could rise for him.
The New York Court of Appeals rules usury defense valid in mortgage foreclosure and annuls a mortgage for withholding ten percent of the principal. The piece notes the Farmers' Alliance influence and comments on Issac Pusey Gray’s political prospects amid Ohio election chatter and lingering presidential speculation.
In Chicago the Timer celebrates a public speech by J. W. Farwell as anarchists draw protests. Carter Harrison may inform the world of the anarchists casting vote in the city. The Shah of Persia pursues thorough means against heresy, removing unorthodox leaders.
Buffalo through the Erie canal reports hundreds of millions of bushels shipped by end of October and a season total near 125 million. Rail advocates oppose Pittsburg lakes ship canal. A Indianapolis Republican club split over Harrison and Gresham, signaling partisan tension. Reformers in several cities push street sanitation and discourage sweeping with skirts.
The piece critiques New York Republican organs and their post election pride, questioning leadership references to James G. Blaine and reciprocity. It warns Senators to decide between whitewashing or dodging, and notes party hurdles with Borer, McCamant, Egan, and Baum while warships take six weeks to reach Valparaiso.
The article notes the appearance of the young Duc dOrleans as a co respondent in a divorce suit and suggests French morals may be pressed toward English standards. It also mentions Matthew Stanley Quay may be late for libel suits and raises a gas versus coal conundrum affecting households under a twenty cent regime.
Lawrence Journal notes Peffer will skip the Exposition after the Washington cherry tree hatchet exhibit at the Chicago Fair. The piece jokes that when Peffer attends, he will refuse to enter the building housing the display.
The article argues St Brendan of Ardfert reached the Western World centuries before Columbus, teaching Christianity to natives and inspiring later legends. It claims Irish, Welsh, Basque, and Norse explorers predated him, with evidence from Irish manuscripts, Sceal-Fheanachtheds, and references in major libraries across Europe. It notes Cortes encountered natives who cited a winged-boat messenger from a distant Holy Island, aligning with Brendan's voyage.
From a national viewpoint the current elections attract special interest with the near approach of another presidential contest. It seems unlikely there will be another landslide as demoralizing as last fall, though details remain unclear.
Chicago Toter-Ocean reports on Governor Campbell’s risky stance, tied to Mills in a costly chase. The Ohio Democrats who drafted the platform must vote for him, and they resent his disregard for their work.
Both sides push for gains and claim victory while awaiting full returns, with statements likely to persist a day or two after results are in.
Rev J G K Milligan of the First Reformed Presbyterian Church on West 119th Street faced renewed support after a vote accepting his resignation was overturned by a Presbytery ruling. With about 125 members, the tally was not decisive, and a remonstrance with over 70 names prompted further action. The church plans to vote again and appeal the synod if needed.
A collage of celebrity notes mentions the Tar Czar visiting Borki, French honors for Dimitri Donskei and Ninin Zalinin, and the aging Lorp Mansfield likely near death. Camden hosts Walt Whitman with Sir Edwin Arnold and others, while stylistic name changes sweep the McCanthys.
The Toledo Commercial notes rail rate cuts by Canadian rivals like Canadian Pacific, arguing they hurt profitability and threaten insolvency. Grand Trunk in London considers alliances while American and water competition persists. Public loss and industry risk loom as tensions rise.
A jumbled column mocks political votes in Cleveland and Pittsburgh, notes on Allegheny prison needs, and satire on campaigns and public figures. It jabs at Quay, Tammany, and voters while lampooning street theater and graveyard silence, ending with a sharp line about rastals and fear.
Health Protective Association calls for a women inspector of the market house and promotes a Ladies Afternoon Concerts group led by local social figures. A meeting today at 1 pm in the Mozart Club Rooms will organize the effort with members including Miss Julia M. Harding and Miss Elise Mercur among others.
Russell Harrison reports a chaotic global scene with conflicts in Italy and Spain, floods in Russia and Turkey pressures, uprisings in South America, peasant starvation threats, exile trains to Siberia, Canadian discontent, and a tense international climate. The piece surveys revolts, political strife, and looming dangers shaped by a shifting world order.
Letter from Delia Parnell's mother appeals to Irishmen to back Parnellite policy in the wake of Charles Stewart Parnell's death. The missive urges unity against his murderers and echoes ongoing political tensions in United Ireland.
Great rejoicing tonight as the commission voting to locate the encampment site for the Ohio National Guard chose Newark. Officials and residents celebrate the decision and its expected impact on the city’s economy and prominence.
Rio Jagamo reports the Brazilian government proposes a 50 percent levy on all European products. The move signals a protective trade measure amid European goods flow.
A collage of opinions from New York World Chicago Tribune Chicago News and Times. Topics include crime policy theater prospects American plays in Europe tourism climate and bicycle dispatch ideas amid blizzards and fires. The pieces mix satire warning ambition and national confidence with scattered statistics and forecasts.
Auguste Exposition officials sent Harrison a copy of mass meeting resolutions on returning from the East and Washington. He acknowledged receipt and expressed interest in the South’s prosperity. A September 21 Aw meeting resolutions were also forwarded.
Timothy Hopkins arrives in Cubiaco on his way back to San Francisco expressing no discouragement after the first hearing in the Will case of Hopkins-Searles. He notes the hearing favored the other side and says more evidence will be presented, while denying any overtures for a settlement.
A collection of satirical and opinionated lines from various papers. References include Donnybrook in shillelah, Chilean tensions, American football team training, Blaine politics, Cork music, the Egan case, Berlin reforms, Wilhelm’s capital, and Samoa’s renewed attention. The picks show partisan tones and international cautions.
In Westminster Abbey the marble statues of eminent public men are all whitewashed. In America it is usually the man himself who gets whitewashed, not his statue.
A brief in the Philadelphia Record warns that factional actions could undo years of labor and delay fulfillment of several bright hopes and aspirations, signaling political friction and possible delays in progress.
John W Magruder United States Bank Examiner for the Boston district died in Boston on Sunday He was about fifty born in Prince George county Maryland He entered the Treasury in the Comptroller division and earned notable missions during his service His career spanned roles through 1941 and included a 1990 government conversion tied to bankers Asa Potter and others before his death
Colonel Joseph C. Hays died yesterday morning of paralysis in Meadville. Born in 1810, he learned printing and worked in General Cameron's office, with a lasting friendship. He was editor and proprietor of the ranford Mere and aligned with early Whig and later Republican movements.
Dr John J Jennings longtime Grand Rapids merchant and Mason died Monday night at the Masonic Home. He helped found the institution and advocated its growth, serving in high Masonic offices and leaving a legacy as a pioneer patron of the home.
Mrs Leonora L Hance wife of Oscar L Hance and former Pittsburg Commercial Gazette reporter died at her parents home in New Castle yesterday afternoon aged few years. She had lived in New Castle most of her life and was known as a bright teller of local tales. Her marriage lasted less than two years.
Walter Crisp, second son of Charles F. Crisp, died after a sudden illness in Americus Georgia. The death prompted Judge Crisp to end his campaign engagement on Monday night amid the family’s grief and public attention.
Obituary notes report the death of Agra Brook Chafee a prominent Canadian railway man in Montreal born in Vermont in 184? and a Canadian-neighboring career. James E F Lewis Erie Iron Works co owner and superintendent died in Cleveland after collapsing on his way to work from heart failure. W A Barnett longtime music critic of Lawson Morning Post died aged 18. Letters mention Atharlene Ekremsen-Schroteh daughter of Sol Seloyer Jr dying at home at Scheerale aged 4 with funeral to be held tomorrow afternoon and private interment. B W Strehle editor and owner of the Colorado Springs Gazette died suddenly in Havertill Massachusetts of heart disease.
A collage of brief curiosities notes German population in London, tax satire, peerage limits, cavalry regiments, Welsh legends, Alaska wealth, Koreans wonders, Japanese crabs, and Fort Berthold tribes. Diverse snippets mix geography, language, and strange natural marvels across nations.
A collage of quips and dialogues from The New York Weekly and other papers features playful misreadings and social jests. Characters like Mrs Opentop and Miss Wayback mingle with witty asides on milk cream and clergy. The spoof items showcase dated humor and mock dialogue.
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