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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1892
Page
1
The piece reports last night’s political hustling by Republicans and Democrats as election tensions rise in New York. It cites Davenport oversight, federal officials’ rulings, and party circulars warning of last minute campaign lies and voter fraud.
The piece notes strong Harrison support among Irish Americans and importers while Tammany backing for Arthur Butts faces stir from Irish voters over a president Harrison allies win favor among Germans. Journeymen horseshoers criticize Harrison for hiring nonunion shops with two horses versus Cleveland's ten. International Delegate Conway claims workingmen will oppose Harrison and Reid, predicting 6000 union votes against them.
Philadelphia November 4 The Foallet reports General Reeder chairman Republican state committee grew impatient. His cousin Wright Democratic state chairman from Allentown boasted of a landslide for Cleveland and a Republican legislature to reelect Quay. Wright dismissed Reeder's figures as boastful and warned against Quayism.
In New York on November 4, betting talk dominates trading floors with few actual wagers. Louis Clark bets 5000 on Harrison, placed by four Cleveland men. Other bets include 25000 on Harrison by A P Downer and 1000 on Cleveland carrying the state, showing exchange activity and odds from Democratic bettors like Nat Goodwin.
In Philadelphia on election day bets cooled. Magistrate Ahern faced Teddy Gray of Gloucester race track in a 5000 wager on the general result. J. S. O'Rourke, a Democrat, placed 5000 at the Hotel Lafayette on Cleveland and announced 10000 more to bet on Cleveland, plus large wagers on New York and New Jersey results.
W H Rowe receives Croker reply stating Tam many Hall is in line and enthusiastic. The letter says if New York’s electoral votes go to Cleveland and Stevenson, Tam many will deliver a great victory in November. Croker claims strong organized support and full duty from Tam many.
Indiana Republican managers claim strong support for Harrison citing honest money tariff protection state growth and a solid organization. Democrats counter that the state will favor Cleveland citing new voting laws miner support and Lake county immigration tipping the scales.
In Quebec, November 4, a 3,000 strong crowd cheered as ex-Premier Mercier was declared not guilty of fraud against the province over a $60,000 scheme. The judge noted ministerial acts require royal consent and rejected accusations tying others to the alleged scheme.
New York reports startling progress in the Carey murder inquiry. Detectives, acting on tips of a conspiracy, raided a West Fortieth Street apartment and arrested ten men described as professional thieves tied to the plot. Blanchett reportedly pressed a confession.
Mrs Deacon fled with their child from a Paris convent just after the court ruled in the divorce case awarding custody to Mr Deacon. The husband arrived moments later with the decision news following the abduction.
A British officer’s wife, Mrs. Oliva Leader, won damages against Mrs. Eleanor Smythe in a slander case over a claimed theft of a brooch. The jury awarded at least 7500 dollars plus costs and additional damages. The Dispatch will publish Carpenter’s promised letter on Russia’s police and spy system tomorrow.
Colonel Ramirez arrives in Mexico City reporting the Tomaschico clash was exaggerated. He acknowledges fierce Indian resistance entrenched in a church but notes the victory did not involve 90, and says prisoners are treated well by order of President Diaz as the government moves toward submission.
Prices for window glass in the Western district were reported with figures around 80 and 15 in the local ledger. The report notes fluctuation among manufacturers and markets, indicating uneven pricing conditions for building materials.
New York reports conflict over election day marshals as Democrats fear enforcement of federal law at polls. Trials, arrests, and deputized marshals prompt warnings and preparations from Governor Flower and state officials.
United States Marshal Walker and Shelly chairman of the Democratic Campaign Committee clash over poll control during the election. Shelly urges deputies be arrested if within 30 feet of polls while Walker insists federal statutes govern. State and federal authorities may conflict over election law enforcement.
An arrest order was issued for A. W. Sheffer chief supervisor of elections after B. G. Reid, the county registrar, was arrested by Sheffer. The state attorney general says the arrest was illegal and the case may test federal versus state jurisdiction in state court. Public sentiment against Sheffer is high.
The Democratic and Republican chairmen and Sheriff William Simons agreed to run the election in Wilmington with four deputy sheriffs in charge two from each party. Constables and marshals are to avoid unnecessary action while peace is kept. In Arkansas Oscar Spellman U S Marshal issued district wide deputy appointments and said service need not be confined to cities over 20 000. Complete election returns will appear in Wednesday dispatch.
On November 4 the Amalgamated Council ordered a general strike after 63 unions agreed to quit work over employers not recognizing unionism. Merchants later talked with unions, acknowledging them, while some fear this is a subterfuge. The Typographical Union and other strong bodies will also strike, and car drivers refuse to work.
A masked robber aboard the Omaha to Missouri Valley train shot W G Pollock, a representative of a New York jewelry house, in the arm and head as he looted a sample case said to hold about 15000 dollars in diamonds before fleeing into the woods.
Ira White sues landlord J. M. Vansyoo for 25000 dollars in County Court after his wife and two children died of typhoid fever contracted in a rented Wasuisatos home. White alleges the property was in a foul condition and caused the illness.
Snow fell in Detroit today for the first time this season. It began around 3 pm and lasted about two hours, leaving the ground white as temperatures dropped several degrees. In New York society, preparations for the upcoming horse show are noted for tomorrow in The Dispatch.
A bulletin from Indian Territory reports that Ed Christie the noted desperado was killed by United States Deputy Marshals in Kansas City on November 4. One of his men was burned and several Marshals were wounded in the operation.
Maprin Nov 4 The Government declares Granada under siege after yesterday's rioting prompted by youths amid tension over Columbus celebrations. Local authorities impose curfew and crack down on protests as unrest continues.
The Homestead trial of Private Iams and Colonel Hawkins faced a verdict delay as the jury remained out after eight days of testimony. Judge Porter urged patience and offered to meet for a sealed verdict if they agreed, with the courtroom densely packed and notable figures watching.
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