This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1890
Page
20
A dramatic report reveals landlords plotting to evict at least 1200 poor tenants and traces relief efforts by Balfour. The article highlights Glastone’s campaign closure and political embarrassment surrounding a royal gesture related to Clarewellice.
The article notes Mr Balfour reappearing as Daniel in Dublin and Donegal while promising relief works that have not begun. It reports mass evictions planned in Gweedore, the distress in Donegal, and British spectators planned for next week to influence Irish affairs with Gladstone’s campaign closing.
The American publishers James B. Osgood Mellvaine & Co. open luxurious offices at 45 Albemarle Street London. They will publish Harpers titles and operate as Harpers agents in London. A reading room for artists and visitors will be provided. Their first London contract is Eugene Field’s Singlish works, excluding Cultures Garland. Field reportedly bought and smashed the electro plates of that book.
A November telegraph report from Lexpos notes a broad market decline. Bank securities fell sharply on Friday, dragging down most classes of stocks and wiping out substantial value. Analysts warn of a multi million pound loss across sectors as fears of liquidity tighten confidence.
Anxiety rises over the market during the settlement week as weaker firms, helped by support, are expected to fail. Investors brace for further losses in the neighborhood of fragile holdings and ongoing pressure at the exchange.
In a Driffield speech Mr Chaplin insisted Britain will restrict American cattle imports despite disease fears. He mocked the McKinley bill and warned store stock from the United States may end, signaling a protectionist mood and possible policy shifts after impending meat export rules take effect in major ports.
Chancellor von Caprivi told German residents in Milan that he sees no immediate danger and expects long lasting peace. He said his talks with Prime Minister Crispi cemented the Dreibund entente and denied plans for further meetings with Count Kalnoky while noting Austria is aware of current aims.
At a dinner Henry 8 Wellcome hosted for Dr Charles Waldstein the American Archeological Institute's Delphi project is under threat without rapid funding. Waldstein warned that French influence and missing subscriptions risk losing the grant to excavate the ancient city site in Greece, despite Greek support favoring America and the need for $60,000.
Reports from Vienna describe eight hours of cordial reception for the czarewitch by Emperor Francis Joseph and the Austrian people. Russian journals, previously skeptical, now credit the visit with aiding diplomacy and stabilizing peace amid Balkan tensions and fears of broader conflict.
The passage describes a nervous Clarewitch awaiting payment as Francis Joseph rushes forward to embrace him, lifting his hand to kiss him vigorously on both cheeks. The scene conveys abrupt, intimate display and tension over a disputed fee.
A Maryland to Portland link surfaces around the Imperial Tobacco Corporation of Persia. Colonel Talbot, linked by marriage to Misa Bradhurst, promotes a Persian tobacco monopoly with James G. Blaine’s protection history. Sir Henry Drummond Wolf notes Anglo American tensions over Pratt’s Teheran role amid new Persian British relations.
An incident near Herbesthal on the Belgian railway frontier saw M. Herbette the French Ambassador at Berlin detained and baggage examined by officials. Papers in his possession were seized before he could proceed toward Berlin.
Berlin reports debunked claim that Chagelier Von Caprivi proposed joint action with Austria against the United States over the McKinley tariff. Italy is least affected by the tariff bill and would not risk offending a doubtful ally. Reforms on wheat and rye tariffs and feudal rights face fierce Conservative opposition. the Emperor is said to refuse concessions and may dissolve the government if the lower house rejects reforms.
Walter T. Sherman of 2100 Prairie Avenue Chicago died in London on October 25 and lay in a lodging house. Embalmed by Chicago instructions, the landlady cannot arrange disposition. Lodgers have departed, leaving her distressed and unable to send the body to a receiving vault or undertakers.
Berlin reports November remarks by Prof Koch on a new consumption cure. He urges friends not to discuss the subject until his investigations yield reliable results and declines to commit to a report date, citing limited and inconclusive outcomes.
Destructive rains in Greece hit the Corinth Railway and Delphi locations, destroying part of the rail line and wrecking 20 houses. In London Beerbohm Tree denies reports of a tour with Mrs. Bernard Beere, noting her refusal to pay an arranging agent's commission may cancel plans.
Mrs O Shea retains Mr Frank Lockwood Q D to defend her in a divorce suit brought by her husband Captain. The document notes the legal representation and parties involved in the matter.
Largest stock overcoatings suitings and trouserings at Pitedirn's 434 Wood Street. Prices advertised as best value with reductions noted.
A Philadelphia recount of the Pennsylvania election mocks overconfidence and Delamater losses. It notes a Camden attorney’s blown forecasts, Cooper’s revised tally, and Willing Leach’s bets. It describes Democratic celebrations, a burning Pattison effigy, and a kiss for Pattison at the Lafayette.
Chancellor Milton B. Goff of the University of Western Pennsylvania died at his Taylor Avenue home after a long illness from a broken leg and pneumonia. Born December 17 in Pittsburgh, he built a career from printer to mathematics professor at Madison College and Western University, later leading Allegheny College. He authored numerous astronomy papers and mentored students, survived by wife Emily Virginia Locke and four children Ella Anna Virginia Edward L. Funeral planned at North Avenue M E Church with private Sewickley interment.
Colonel Schoonmaker of the Local Executive Committee urged Mayor Gourley to give the welcome address at the first State meeting of the Loyal Legion to be held in Pittsburg next Wednesday. Mayor Genrity agreed to comply with the request.
The County Treasurer wired to the State Treasurer eighty four thousand seven hundred seventy five dollars and thirty six cents as the state’s two thirds of 1890 tax collections. The total county collections reached one hundred twenty seven thousand one hundred sixty three dollars and four cents. Shiloh’s Cure is advertised for coughs and croup by Jos. Fleming & Son at 412 Grant. The Mansazcrr Wit reports the Fleau Bros grand spectacle at the Grand Opera House this week.
Interviews reveal mixed views on making election day a half or full holiday. Workers, bankers, and officials weigh practicality, bribery risks, wage loss, and the impact on production while some urge broader civic participation and even compulsory voting.
A report from Para discusses coal supply and shipping costs to steamers, the Amazon trade, and possible American coal advantages. It details leprosy prevalence in Para, local authorities, and a government colony for lepers four miles from the city with limited rights and aid.
Mrs. J. Ellen Foster visited the city and, chagrined by Nebraska’s defeat of the prohibition amendment, says the campaign in Omaha used scare tactics and kept prohibitionists from voting. She expected a smaller Nebraska win but was surprised by the landslide against the amendment.
Monday morning sale offers $1,250 overcoats with former prices $22 and $25 now marked to $12 each. Plenty of styles to choose from at C. C. Pirrssvee Comprmvats CLorssse COMPANY corner Great Diamond Street opposite the Court House. Also furniture at MicuieGas FURNITURE ComParr 437 Smithfield Street. Camels novelty dream perhaps among items in stock.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.