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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1889
Page
4
The Iron City hosts delegates from the Western Hemisphere with receptions, dinners, and an Industrial Exposition. Pittsburgh highlights its role as a center of iron, steel, glass, and energy, inviting the visitors to see mills, gas, coal, and transport networks and to understand the region’s commercial independence.
The Maryland campaign reveals anger among Democrats over J. K. Cowen’s public spectacle of two confessed criminals paid by the Democratic ring. Supporters of Gorman and Higgins recoil at the exposure of corruption, decrying publicity as improper while tolerating secret misconduct.
The Pittsburgh region lauds Mrs. Schenley for donating 300 acres of land for a park and offering ten acres for an institution for the blind. The gifts are hailed as the greatest by a single donor and a moral beacon, with Carnegie and Thaw cited as historic philanthropists guiding local generosity.
The article discusses a proposal for a Pan American Company with 25 million capital and divisions in banking transport and commerce. It notes a grand city building but omits the crucial question of which goods will be traded and what the South Americans demand. It compares the plan to a monarch’s city with wharves and lights but lacking population insight.
The message urges showcasing Pittsburg capabilities to visitors by offering glass and machinery without forming massive 25 million pound companies to supply the goods.
Yesterday's elections showed a split, with Democrats favored overall while Ohio and Allegheny County offered close contests. In Virginia and New Jersey Democrats or local winners emerged. New York backed the Democrats amid a ceiling scandal. The Johnston race in Allegheny County stayed undecided, illustrating voter resistance to a bad record in justice administration.
The New York Presbytery’s vote to revise the Confession signals a quiet revolution among clergy toward loosening creeds. While many understand the shift, opposition looms at the General Assembly as those clinging to predestination and infant damnation debate whether dissenters should form a new church.
The letter from Senator Ingalls of Kansas argues that price-raising combinations are crimes against society yet condemns enforcing anti trust measures. He cites the Sugar Trust as robbery deserving punishment but favors repealing sugar duties to aid Kansas while allowing theft to continue. He implies political compromise favors local industry over public welfare.
A British syndicate aims to acquire principal patent medicines in the United States and sell them under British branding. The move, described as benevolent, could influence politics and urges a shift away from patent cures, benefiting Americans by reducing reliance on patent medicine.
The piece warns that a British syndicate could curb patent medicines, affecting US interests. It notes expert estimates it costs $1,200 to fire a 100 ton gun once and that fewer than 100 shots render the gun unusable. It adds ironclads and giant guns are so costly they exceed the king of Prussia's grenadiers in being too expensive for actual war.
The column surveys gossip from New York and Philadelphia about Dr. Talmage, steamboat owners, and a mysterious “Pittsburg river,” while noting two sunny days, a near Indian summer, and a New York thief eluding electric wires. It also comments on electric light patents, England needing 147 million bushels of wheat, U.S. sales to Europe, and Glasgow iron trends.
Speculators harmed in trust certificates may face renewed scrutiny as the Hartupee case returns to the Supreme Court. The piece questions Pittsburg’s endless docket and hints at the adage No trust no bust as a critical caution.
The notice jokes about an engagement risk and suggests the prince might devalue his title. It notes yesterday’s political scrapes and hints the heir to the British throne is oscillating between Athens and Alexandris, casting doubt on a rumored illness or lack of interest.
Hamster Beecven Stowe as the sole female member of the New York Authors' Club is noted while the President answers inquiries about Masonry. Nellie Hot becomes L. Morton’s secretary, and ex-President and Mrs. Cleveland plan a June Europe voyage. Edward Abbott, newly appointed Bishop of Japan, is Lyman Abbott’s brother. Whitehead, ex-London mayor, is now Baron Whitehead after aiding Persia’s Shah visit. Spinney, ex US Treasurer, travels to Florida as his health fades. A Paris cable reports Gwendoline Caldwell creating a scene at Banker Monroe’s office following a broken engagement to Prince Murat.
The Washington Letter notes President Harrison now takes private strolls each evening after dinner, sometimes with Mrs. Harrison or guests, often alone. He is described in informal attire as he visits places around the capital, occasionally stopping at Wanamaker’s home and building rapport with key aides and associates.
An inmate awaiting trial for the murder of his sweetheart Mrs Bertha Elfs has begun daily religious services in jail. He leads singing despite a wounded throat and speaks rarely of his crime, showing deep remorse and transformation after his attempted escape ended in capture.
A column surveys a prohibited election where identification relied on a pastor. It also notes a language teacher using a phonograph for pronunciation practice and a Grand Opera House performance where Mr. Russell’s commanding acting quieted a noisy audience to become a model crowd.
Captain E zolinski, famed American military observer, predicts a European war is inevitable though not immediate. He notes nations need years to arm with smokeless powder and new rifles, warns that war will be terrible once crisis arrives, citing German maneuvers at Hanover as evidence of lethal modern warfare.
In Blue Springs Missouri on November 4 John Haley opened a quiet club room. Twenty five temperance women wearing masks and armed with clubs stormed the room breaking doors and driving out several drinkers. They smashed bottles and poured whisky into the street while chasing Haley through town. The attack ends with the club room wrecked and the women, town matrons, continuing their stand.
The Highlanders brought to Paris to showcase music faced ridicule from Parisians and skeptics. A costly campaign yielded little success as performances drew scoffs and jeers from locals and visiting Americans alike.
The passage traces King Luis of Portugal’s exceptionally long full name as listed in the Almanach de Gotaa, describing the pride and humor locals express about the monarch’s formal title and the challenge it poses to record-keeping.
The Philadelphia Press reports the wife of a wealthy American sues a London newspaper over a libel claim alleging she was a washerwoman before marriage. The case seeks vindication of her honor and seeks to clear the record of the accusation.
A refined home ceremony at Mrs B L Fabnestock's Homeweed residence united Miss Fahnestock to Mr David Boyde amid roses and English style decor. Ushers Howard Fahnestock Vandervort, bridesmaids Katie Vandervort, guests from Pittsburg Harrisburg and Johnstown attended a large banquet and evening carriage return to Simon Avenue amid formal English hospitality.
Miss Margaret Shaw and George Reed Lawrence wed at North Presbyterian Church in a lavish ceremony. The church featured palms and chrysanthemums with guests dressing in ivory and corn tones. The couple plans a November wedding trip and December gatherings at their new home.
A wedding of tenor C. H. Siedie and Miss Laura McClintock took place last night at the First Presbyterian Church. The Haydn Quartet Club aided by local musicians performed as the couple, now husband and wife, exchanged vows. The bride wore white satin with pearls and bouquet, followed by a reception at the bride’s parents home and plans for a wedding journey to Washington and Baltimore before settling on Walnut Street East.
Miss Birdie Orr daughter of Mr and Mrs T F Orr of 20 Lincoln avenue Frankstown married Mr George B Ashworth of Mt Vernon Ohio The ceremony at 3 o clock was conducted by Rev Dr J P E Kumler at the bride's parents home The bridal chorus preceded the vows The bride wore a white cashmere gown and carried white roses A supper followed and guests wished the couple happiness as they left for their new home in Mt Vernon Ohio
Rev. E. B. Donehoo announced a donation of 10 acres of Schenley ground near Bellafield school to establish a blind institution. He will confer with Mr. Carnahan to finalize details, noting the land near the Oakland power house is valued at about $5,000. A Butler Street church sociable was planned at Mr. Chasies Place on 9, 4408 street Thursday evening.
About 60 attended the season opener as the Sewickley Valley Dramatic Club staged Morris Barretts three act comedy The Serious Family. Cast included R. D. Wilson Charles Torrens Car penter Captain Murphy Maguire H Richard SOD Sleek Blair Mrs Delmaine Mina Carpenter Amma Torrena and Miss Warde in supporting roles. The performance drew praise for its dramatic execution and familiar local talent.
The Merriest Crowd Out, Oakland two weeks old, held its first dancing party last evening at the Misses Brady home on Oakland avenue. Young folks of Oakland Bellefeld joined in dancing to the music provided by the akined decane.
The new organization held a complete chorus and orchestra rehearsal last night. Members expressed surprise that such a skilled musical group exists in Allegheny City with no performances planned yet.
A series of tableaux vivants illustrating Hindoo domestic life will be performed at the Second Congregational Church in Allegheny tomorrow and Friday evenings, with cake and coffee served after each show. The Brunch Home benefit concert last night drew a large crowd with vocal and instrumental numbers.
Washington dispatch says Matthew Stanley Quay and Christopher L. Magee head to Washington this week to seek the President’s aid in the Pennsylvania division of the Republican contest. Quay backs James S. McKean for Pittsburgh postmaster and signals a mailed hand to the administration while Magee lingers as a rival in the small army of place hunters.
Victoria BC resident EK Armsby warns government to deploy revenue cutters to guard Puget Sound and the Strait as Chinese arrivals surge. He cites port inspections at Port Townsend and claims officials underestimate the coast guard need while smugglers shift goods and people toward California. The piece frames a push for tighter patrols and broader enforcement across the border.
An anecdote from the New York Star describes Egbert Wegman, an aqueduct engineer between Harlem River and Central Park reservoir, who sought phrenology after a dull life. The consultant predicted strong engineering faculty, Wegman studied intensely and rose to be among the foremost professionals in his field.
In World coverage two Japanese police officials travel to London to observe English crime detection and prevention. The report notes potential lessons for Japanese policing and cites a pet named Jack as a possible source of interesting facts. Wall Street coverage and Philadelphia Times comment on cotton oil certificates and hayseed trusts affecting rural confidence in markets.
Fragmentary verse describing hopeful reunion beyond the tide and shores, repeating lines about clearer waters and fair shores. It mentions speaking in prayer and future greeting, with a cadence of “after while” and “by and by” as the sun shines. The source attributes the piece to the Chicago Herald.
Salt Lake City correspondence notes extensive deposits of valuable asphalt near the Wasatch range extending into northwestern Colorado. Professor Newberry links the ledges to regional formation, suggesting a widespread origin and significant commercial value.
Captain John Ericsson's personal effects were auctioned at 36 Beach Street New York. Executor George H. Robinson indirectly bought the items for public institutions. The collection includes naval engine models instruments for solar radiation and caloric experiments and tall wooden vaselike caps. Items will be sent to Deschie to view the will and later to Stockholm. The Beach Street home will be rebuilt into a tenement.
Shipping circles in Britain and the United States discuss Milford Haven Wales as a faster transatlantic stop after the City of Rome discharged passengers there on its latest voyage from New York. The Welsh port lies at England’s western tip with Liverpool and London several hours distant by direct line.
Workmen crossing the Erie railroad near Woodside spotted two large black snakes on the ties. As a Jersey City bound train approached, one slithered away to a hole while the other froze. A laborer killed the nearer snake with a shovel after the train passed.
A fragmented letter hints at questions about cancelled postage stamps and why such offers end quickly. The New York Tribune is cited as a source while readers in New York discuss the ongoing panic over stamps and potential scavenger efforts.
Unexplained nightly rapping haunts Linley Allen's farm home four miles north of the city. Neighbors report the disturbance shifts location nightly. Allen invites inspection. In New York, ex mayor Seth Low accepts the presidency of Kia College, announced November 4.
In Boughton Pennsylvania a reported roused spirit haunts a dwelling with raps and noises while one witness sees a dog apparition that vanishes. A bear wanders Letterkenny fields pursued by hounds until dusk. Two wild ducks at M A Broadstone’s end likely struck by electric light. Evita Easter, Boone County West Virginia, runs a wind grist mill on Camp Creek and worries over the machinery. A lizard rumored to be twenty years old is cited in Reading. A Norristown hunter shoots his dog during excitement as a rabbit escapes. Fan IR, a two year old warhorse, dies at Charlestown. Mrs. Nancy Frost near Marietta, Ohio, aged 165, has lived in Ohio since early settlement at Muskingum.
A New York paper weighs prettiest city woman and features peculiar tales from Bridgeport to Norfolk. Reports note a whiskey drinker champion in Kentucky, a 107 ton schooner arrival near Provincetown, a 415 pound cinnamon bear in Norfolk, and a leather satchel knitting bag found with a coiled serpent. Also recounted are a New Haven lamp inspector finding a live snake, a New York woman locksmith, a pine tree eagle trek in Missouri, and naturalist Theodore Kent's Tom Mountain trip with rattles and patties make oil samples.
A mosaic of humorous poems and quips from varied periodicals recalls light verse about Miss Chicago and Miss Ohio, playful exchanges about weddings and watches, and casual remarks on politics and romance. The piece blends satirical scraps with affectionate jests, capturing a collage of early 20th century society wit.
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