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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1890
Page
4
The Dispatch issue 188, regularly available at Mentano's in Union Square New York and at de Opera in Paris where hotel newsstands stock the paper. Readers can obtain it at these locations if disappointed with other sources.
Analyses of the causes of the Republican setback on Tuesday argue autocratic tendencies and partisan power plays. The piece discusses Speaker Reed, the Force bill, civil service politics, tariff misunderstandings, and the challenge of maintaining public trust through moderation and concessions. It questions whether Republican leaders can learn from the Tuesday chastening to avoid autocratic drift.
A political analysis argues that Republican leaders and organs predict disaster for the party after the Pennsylvania vote. It blames misstatements by party spokesmen to sway voters, notes Pattison’s win as a turning point, and urges Republicans to reassess and rally despite dire predictions.
The article reports on moves to relax jury verdict rules, noting Minnesota has adopted a five sixths verdict standard though some conservatives opposed it. It argues civil cases would benefit from less rigid unanimity, since civil disputes often involve legitimate differences of opinion among jurors.
An editorial argues for allowing majority verdicts in civil cases while retaining some safeguards in criminal trials. It weighs benefits of faster decisions against risks of wrongful guilty verdicts, noting the need for higher court review or judge approval to check hasty outcomes and calling for smarter, more impartial jurors.
The article analyzes continued contraction of national bank note circulation, noting a $31.4 million annual retirement and a total $1.249 billion in bank notes secured by bonds. It argues against monied-system prejudice, defends the national bank model, and calls for new securities to stabilize currency while allowing expansion as trade warrants. It also critiques silver-based circulation and urges Congress to consider a new security class for elastic, trade-responsive backing.
The Independent Republican Committee chairman Mapes accuses Philadelphia of fraudulent ballots and urges thorough investigation if evidence exists. The piece notes surprising Tuesday results, including Washington county’s strong Pattison plurality, challenging expectations of a Republican hold.
Prodcers of Washington report gains for the bear, while current returns confuse predictors. Lead pencil voters abroad unsettle forecasts. Misses Ayprews and Delamater may study Crawford oil county results to settle the political question whether vindications vindicate.
The piece notes partisan rival figures from R P Flower and The New York Press on surpluses and deficits, calls both unreliable, and argues that fiscal excesses and inflation of expenditures challenge Republicans. It laments industry stoppages in Steerke’s coke region and clothing trades, hopes for better weather after Pattison’s election, and urges non partisan approach to evolving census questions and election outcomes.
Widespread regret is predicted if Chauncey F Black has fallen outside the breastworks. He supported Pattison’s arms in the previous administration and focused on his chief during the recent battle. The piece suggests Speaker Reed’s gratitude toward a non deliberative House may fade and that the extra session is likely defeated.
A collection of brief blurbs mentions Bjornson promising as a future singer, Bret Harte’s story A Client of Colonel Starbottle’s, honors for the Sultan of Zanzibar, Mrs. Booth’s forthcoming autobiography, and various remarks on personalities such as Cardinal Manning, Cardinal Newman’s health decline, ElLes Terry on actresses, General Greely’s crank mail, Jon D. Rockafelle’s income, Ginnert Bergland’s wool purchase, Curer Pokagons’ tribal concerns, General Sherman on the telephone, and Colonel Dan Lamont’s Wall Street influence.
In Providence a laborer crew on Eastside street left a pitcher of thickened water by a tree for thirst. A dog slobbered into the pitcher and got stuck as he drank. After frantic writhing and clamor, workers intervened, breaking the pitcher and freeing the hound from its clay prison.
Washington November 5 The Board of Management for Government exhibition at the World’s Columbian Exposition decided to project plans on a basis of 1 000 000 dollars excluding building costs, which are capped by law at 490 000 dollars. It also set a minimum floor space limit of 200 000 square feet.
A vivid portrait of Democratic strategist James R Kerr after Pattison victory. Praise circulates for Kerr’s campaign leadership, noting his energy, organization, and clockwork arrangements. Speculation swirls about his future, his home in Washington and his wife’s politics, amid dawn optimistic and partisan chatter.
National Guardsmen in Pittsburg discuss the coming Adjutant General appointment under Governor Pattison. Lieutenant Colonel Frank I Rutledge is the leading Democratic candidate though others push his bid. Pattison may favor local choices. A friend of Senator Quay denies any authorized claim about Delamater’s election and notes Quay made no firm statements.
A Century article discusses the lack of a unified currency in China. It explains copper cash valued at about 500 per Chinese ounce of silver, called tael of sycee by foreigners. Silver is used as bullion in trades, each person needing small scales. Scales vary by region with government maritime and commercial standards at Peking and across the empire.
Irish members of Parliament depart New York for Philadelphia to day after a day of callers and final tour arrangements. The report blends travel notes with unrelated local anecdotes and a funeral notice for Major Andrew L. Morrison, a well known attorney, who died suddenly at his office in New York.
A Montreal dispatch reports a large group of French Canadians with wives and children arriving bound for Worcester Massachusetts to take cotton weaving jobs. They left due to farm poverty and a belief that peers who moved to the United States fared better, with Quebec offering little opportunity.
Today Mrs H D Denny of 205 Ridge Avenue hosts a birthday party for Archia Denny with a crowd of children expected. Hagan handles sweets including two sponge cakes each with a gold ring for a boy and girl, while a large sponge cake lists the host and hides white and black china babies for a guessing contest.
The Wilkinsburg Public School plans a winter series of entertainments to raise funds for the local library. The first event is next Tuesday the 11th with a reading by Prof. R. L. Cumnock of Northwestern University. Subsequent programs include a November 21 instrumental concert, a December lecture Is Death the End by Hon. George W. Wwendeling of Washington DC, a December 14 lecture Has it Been Proven That the Ba boon is Our Cousin by Hon. Roswell G. Horr, ex Congressman of Michigan, and a March 13 lecture The Gospel of Get There by Hon. Henry Hall of Pennsylvania.
The Decorative Art Society of Baltimore occupies Parlor 5 at the Monongahela House showcasing rich fabrics. Miss Rose oversees the display as ladies visit and make sales. Twenty percent of sales go to the society to cover expenses, with the remainder paid to the contributing artisans.
At the bride’s parents residence 25 Knoll Street Allegheny a tasteful quiet wedding joined Miss Kate Sholes former Allegheny school teacher and Mr David Latimer of Latimer Bros dry goods merchants on Federal Street After a reception and banquet the couple departed for a Eastward trip.
Proceeds from next Thursday’s program at Academy Hall Wilkinsburg benefit the new parish hall building fund. East End Mandolin Troubadours join musical historical and dramatic features with tableaux. Miss Mary Homer and Humphries Miller announce their engagement.
From the New York Evening Telegram the Queens crown is the world’s handsomest saying it was made by Rundell and Bridge in 1538 on her order. It houses 1563 brilliants 1273 rose diamonds 147 large diamonds four large pearls seven hundred seventy three round pearls four large rubies one extraordinary ruby one large sapphire and 15 smaller ones. It weighs 9 ounces 5 pennyweights a crimson velvet cap and ermine border with heavy gold and silver mounting. The design features Maltese crosses oak leaf arches and the Sri Bore ruby tied to Edward the Black Prince.
L A Dixon of Sodus New York reports a Syracuse letter describing an “electric rock” containing iron aluminum calcium and gold particles that allegedly generates unlimited incandescent light. He claims it could light homes and shops cheaper than kerosene once wired and batteries are prepared. The piece adds other period miscellany on travel and Strauss concerts.
The Philadelphia Press declares the Pennsylvania vote a warning to Republican leaders against personal domination. It argues the party must choose leadership over bossism, preserve its traditions, and prevent self serving traders from shaping nominations and platforms.
The Inquirer argues Democratic victory would renew agitation for free trade and impede Republican success in 1862. It cites James J. Blaine endorsing its stance, warns Pennsylvania’s supporters of consequences, and says the paper will fight to defend industries against ruin while accusing deserters of inviting a deadly clash with free traders.
The Democratic Record argues Independents narrowed GOP strength, aided by Third District controversy and Quay forces, with Pattison winning thanks to Republican votes. It declares honesty tops in Philadelphia politics, demands swift punishment for ballot thieves, and warns against fraud while praising Pennsylvania as Republican keystone. The Evening Telegraph notes Delamater’s defeat reflected a clash between the people and self-styled wastrel controllers.
The Herald decries bribery and intimidation by the machine as voters rally for honest Democracy amid a city defection aiding a trade deal. The Party News lauds Senator Quay’s defeat as a triumph for Republicans and the party’s future, signaling renewed liberty and independence.
Major General O. Howard in his Atlantic division annual report highlights steps taken for sea coast defense including mortar fortifications fixed torpedoes and casemates. He notes harbor artillery practice readiness and calls for regimental expansion plus increased enlisted strength. He proposes school battalions to supply NCOs and cites Fort Porter NY as a convenient site.
A timely verse notes Rudyard Kipling’s rising fame and literary impact. The Dispatch announces Kipling’s forthcoming serial Tar Licut THAT FaILen to be heard starting November 9, marking a major development for the author in the current literary scene.
At Chestnut Street National Bank in Philadelphia flowers pour in for Robert E Pattison as Governor elect. Baskets of roses announce the victory with notes and messages from friends, the Chestnut Street Trust and Saving Fund Company, and Mr James M Jeoities among others. The scene reflects statewide congratulation from prominent figures and supporters.
Postmaster General Wanamaker stated there is no probability of an extra session of Congress. He added only the President could decide, and he did not believe the President planned to call Congress before the regular session. Two other Cabinet members, unnamed, also indicated no extra session is planned.
A Panama to New York despatch reports Colombia protests against Brazilian slave hunters who seize Colombians, use steam launches to sail the Potumayo and Orinoco, and sell victims as slaves in Brazil. The piece also notes bold egotists like Cromwell, Frederick the Great, Napoleon, Bismarck, and Henry Morton Stanley as examples of colossal egotism.
Dr Crosby asserts the worst spoken of the city government is not half bad enough and says he has had an exceptional opportunity for an inside view of how the city runs.
In discussing reparation for a wrong, the piece notes two weapons may be used, the olive branch and the club, and argues it is prudent to exhaust peaceful avenues before resorting to force, reflecting cautious diplomacy.
A collection of dramatic editorial slogans from multiple papers detailing reactions to election outcomes. Headlines from The Telegraph, New York Times Magazine, and various state papers express triumph, rebuke, and partisan framing. Strong personalities and party alignments are named, reflecting a charged political landscape.
A miscellany notes vast Hebrew populations in France and Algeria, wheat losses from flies near Carthage, novelty artificial bananas in Chicago and Detroit, and rail safety debates. It mentions India’s record cotton crop, a top model from New York artists, a large banana tree in Flint, and a torpedo net design. Also covered are Ottawa rooster lore, a bearskin in Kansas City, a diminutive child in Wabnash, a gold ring snuffbox unearthed in Hamilton, and a surge in talking toys at the patent office. Additional items include a massive Florence Alabama cotton mill, Odebolt Iowa’s vast farm, tile workers in Anderson Indiana exposed to mineral poison, a Pullman car for dogs, a British home reading union, a floating island in Sadanga Lake, and wealth claims by James S. Richardson in New Orleans. The report closes with long-range curiosities from Newcastle England, Jericho wall theories, Alaska revenue cruisers, a parent watch for the blind, Japan’s savings growth, Mississippi Island No. 74 jurisdiction, Boston’s civic spending, and fish eggs’ survival estimates.
A collage of punchlines and quips from newspapers and humor pages. It sketches editor jabs, milk wagon banter, a portrait question, and a church procession scene with brief, dated-style captions and social humor.
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