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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1889
Page
4
Pittsburg Tuesday November 12 1588 lists postal and newspaper delivery rates for various editions. It specifies daily and weekly options including Sunday editions, with prices per year month or week and carrier delivery details.
The Hon. George L. Converse of Ohio argues for re electing Senator Payne to the U S Senate as vindication amid campaign denials that his seat was bought. He warns victory could spur Standard Oil and related investigations, while pressing Democrats to prevent loss of senatorial influence.
The Supreme Court decides that a man cannot be held liable for sinking a gas well on his land that edges into a neighbor’s property and removing some gas. The ruling suggests ownership of gas and oil is tied to capture and use, not merely land title, highlighting complexities in subterranean rights.
The Sugar Trust proposes a reorganized structure to preserve its illegal aim of suppressing competition while avoiding the New York Supreme Court decision that dissolved the trust. Officials hint at keeping the monopoly spirit despite legal rebukes, prompting calls to enforce the law's spirit.
The article compares Republican gains in Montana and Democratic efforts in West Virginia, arguing that partisan cheating and cries of fraud mar both contests. It urges impartial tribunals to resolve election disputes and restore fair counting above party advantage.
A political editorial criticizes U S policy toward Native Americans, accusing commission ers of using patent schemes to end the Indian question. It cites Morgan arguing for absorbing the Indian into national life as an American citizen and stresses fair recognition of individual rights.
The speaker condemns paternalistic assimilation and argues Indians should adapt to new living standards, seek self-support, and accept forced change if necessary. He warns against plans to force changes by coercion, likening them to past attempts to erase Indigenous identities. The commentary cultural shifts and governance by courts are urged as the era’s duty.
A new Producers Association plan aims to invest 6 million dollars in rival pipelines and 6 million in independent refineries, threatening Standard Oil supremacy. The move suggests continued consolidation pressure unless freight discrimination is blocked, with inter state commerce act cited as influencing the petroleum trust.
The article compares Cardinal Levigerie and Sir Samuel Baker on ending the slave trade and preserving Central Africa. It notes exploration since 1861 by Burton Speke Grant and Baker, the loss of Emin Pasha at the upper Nile, routes blocked by Zanzibar wars, and concerns over Tippoo Tib’s influence on the Congo. It urges civilized effort to protect gains and advance civilization.
New York protests over encroachment on Central Park push the World's Fair committee to pledge to keep the grass off the park. The issue sparks pledges to fund the exhibit while critics demand broader assurances, hinting the site could be far from the city.
Reports from the Charters West Virginia and other petroleum fields indicate new wells as market prices rise above the dollar mark. Production is likely to surge, driven by higher prices and expanding drilling activity.
The city sees rising gas delivery as Philadelphia Company adds a new main via its Monongahela line, boosting output to power Messrs Olivers mills and spare sales. The People's Company prepares a new main while Manufacturers' Company uncovers largest Wash county wells. Smoke from coal use rises as city grows, driven by late shortages and expanding infrastructure.
Bank clearances last week show a rise from 1888 week. Trustees face pressure as property intended for public use risks private sale. Library Association members oppose letting public assets go to sheriff sale. Allegheny water project promises pure water for Northside, while naval progress is noted by a Chicago collision. A German noble disappears, highlighting concerns over alliances.
The piece argues ConvESE seeks Payne vindication and notes Democratic gains in Ohio off years. It frames Allen, Bishop, Hoadley governors and Thurman, Pendleton, Payne senators as evidence, while warning Republicans that such wins are not yet a lasting trend. It ends reflecting on Paris Exposition prizes and British banquets as marketing echoes.
Mn. Calvos states he is not pursuing the Senatorial rainbow in Ohio and urges the public to note his position.
A jury finds Mr. Grozer Francis Tears not wholly mad and able to distinguish hawk from handsaw under certain conditions. Mr. Train plans public talks in Boston to prove doctors, like others, do not know him. New York undertakes two efforts to fund the World's Fair and to revive street bands and hand organs. Washington joins the union with forty two stars on the flag.
The demand for pig iron pushes prices up, but only a modest rise may coax new furnaces into blast, increasing supply to meet demand.
DaRnruorrH ConLEce learns $40,000 under Cyrus W. Wallace's will in Manchester New Hampshire. Rev. Dr. Bartel retires leaving Rev. Dr. A. A. Miner the oldest active Boston pastor. James D. Rero named United States Consul at Dunfermline. Lord TEYNHAM died aged 82. once a soldier and Baptist preacher later Plymouth Brethren leader. Prince George of Wales commanded a torpedo boat and thanked crew personally. Portuguese titles reflect traits with Luis the Good to be remembered. Miss Ametta B Epwanos hails from distinguished lineages including Fitzgerald Walpole and noble earls.
Chicago November 11 The Northwestern and Union Pacific announce a freight and passenger joint through service to be named the Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern line. A fast limited mail train starts November 17 carrying passengers and mail from Chicago to Portland and San Francisco, reducing Chicago to Portland times and linking with Oakland and San Francisco routes.
A column chides overworked self sufficiency as a Pittsburg tale of a prisoner who passes time by tossing pins on the cell floor then having them made into a scarf pin. The piece also notes Allegheny views on manners criticism and American identity with reflections on Senor Palvano and responses to reporters.
Washington Letter notes Fred Douglass carried a luncheon basket on journeys to avoid trouble in hotels and dining cars. The piece contrasts racial prejudice in North and South, recounting social ostracism in Washington and past hotel and dining car denials. It describes The Cedars, Douglass family home, and social isolation faced by Mrs Douglass and her husband in capital society.
William Warren, 73, head of the Liverpool London and Globe Insurance in the West, died at his Lake Street residence. Captain Alexander Wallace, a wealthy Duval County lumber baron, died in Jacksonville. Louise Rector, widow of a local hotelman, died in Cabado. a relic pillow linked to Lincoln’s last moments was among her possessions. F B Perlett, 53, Democratic politician and official, died suddenly in Virginia. George Gribble, longtime American Free Press agent for Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railway, died in Philadelphia after a monthlong illness.
Hoyt's new comedy Siberia and Other Plays and Prayers are discussed as critics judge A Midnight Bell. The review notes unfinished laughs and character sketches but questions whether Hoyt can sustain legitimate comedy beyond his familiar formulas. Performances by George Richards Maude Adams and others are praised for moments of charm while scenery and tone receive mixed opinions.
A letter to the editor argues that Library Hall Company was created to serve the Library Association and warns against a sheriff sale. The writer cites a conflicting mortgagee who is also the Hall Company vice president, decrying neglect of the library’s guardian and urging the community to defend the library’s continuity and governance.
The steamship Arizona of the Galen Line arrived with details of a storm disaster. After a long firefighting effort and near-collision with Queensmore, the Arizona burned and foundered off Crook Haven with the crew of 75 taking to boats. all were saved.
Richard O. Davis a well dressed burglar appeared in Jefferson Market Police Court this morning. The West Side boarding house break in at 2 a.m. was foiled by Mrs. F Horan who identified him. Davis known as the swell Diackle and called a masher and dandy is wanted for several other burglaries.
Alexander Comstock of the Academy of Music leaves for Europe to arrange The Old Homestead in England promising a big salary offer to the General. Comstock aims to bring the play to London in May and return by November for a third Academy season with Denman Thompson signed.
Washington Bureau Philadelphia Times reports Postmaster General Wanamaker will urge Congress to merge third and fourth class mail into a single third class rate. The change halves merchandise rates and simplifies classification to letters at 7 cents per half ounce and all other matter at 1 cent per two ounces, benefiting shippers of mail articles.
The Bijou Theater opened a strong Monday program with Bartley Campbell’s Siberia. A realistic production shows Russians facing oppression and exile in Asia, with elaborate scenery and strong acting by Eleanor Moretti, Agnes Proctor, Adolph Jackson, W M Fair, Lissie May Ulmer, and others. The company’s performance and effects promise good attendance for the rest of the week.
The first show of the season at Harris Theatre drew large audiences who seemed pleased. The Zo Zo cast is not the strongest possible but delivers a fair, entertaining performance with good scenery. Adah Evelyne stands out in the title role, charming and vocal. Charles Claflin plays a clever villain, Rothesay and Herbert Ra are well sung, and J Charles Edwards steers the comedy with lively antics. The remainder of the cast maintains steady momentum.
A new big show opened last evening at the vaudeville house to a full house. The program features J Byrne and Miss Helena, Daniel J Hart as a coin maker, Miss Florence Miller with new songs, Monsieur Alfred in feats, the Wood Family with trained dogs, Miss Bessie Gilbert on cornet, the Brothers Byrne in a novel act, ending with the Irish comedy Senator McPhee.
The Pittsburg Domestic Training School benefit concert seat sale opened at Klebers' yesterday at 9 o'clock. By 1 pm over $1,600 in seats sold and remaining admission tickets will be offered after Friday. The event is expected to be the year's great society occasion and may net about 3.
Manager Geary's place of amusement drew a large attendance yesterday with attractions above average. Bass the ossified man again excites visitor curiosity and Seymour the mind antler impresses all in a varied program.
Mr Peter Ammon ex Councilman of the Twenty fourth ward celebrated his crystal wedding at his home No 6 Sligo row last evening. Over 50 guests attended as lifelong friends gathered to honor the hale groom of twenty years. The house was decorated with roses and other festive adornments.
The Brunot Home concert proceeds are placed at interest after a gift organ from Mrs. W A Speer. A winter concert will add to the existing funds labeled western with plans to invest in a piano. Ma W P De Anmtr and W H Berger of the New York and Cleveland Gas and Coal Co are visiting Minneapolis and will return late in the month.
The St. Paul Pioneer Press note reports Edison’s one year old daughter already speaks four languages and is now studying Trallan, with natural linguistic talent evident.
Solomon praises a household remedy described as a paternal slipper antidote to quitting smoking. The Minneapolis Tribune notes his endorsement and urges readers to try the method.
From the Philadelphia Press, Stamarck cannot sleep causing concern among smaller European statesmen who fear similar restlessness may spread across capitals.
Yesterday the passenger steamer J. H. Libby, sailing from Whatcom to Puget Sound, was totally destroyed by fire in the straits between Dungeness and Smith's Island. The vessel carried 500 barrels of lime which absorbed water and ignited as heavy seas rose and the rudder failed, leaving the ship helpless.
Three theater managers each with an opera company and two other groups appeared in Police Court charged with Sunday performance violations. Pleas of guilty were entered and fines were imposed, with warnings that further violations would lead to arrest and additional penalties.
Wheeling November 1 The Royal Arch Chapter of West Virginia today elected officers. Grand High Priest George Davin Charins 7G Evans Middic oCah ki LD Walker Fairmont Grand Marshal Franklin Point Pleasant Grand Chaplain Host B D ra Vel Charlestown SS Master of the Third Veil George W Creel Grafton Grand Master of the Veil Poe Waterhon aor aaa Poe Ston Grand Tyler T T Bliss Wheeling
Eager faces and a subdued cheer greet the arrival at the station. mourners gather around the baggage amid sobs and searches for the missing as the train comes in. Handshakes and inquiries merge with the quiet rhythm of departure signaling the start of a long journey.
William Blauvelt, a member of the Eastern gang, was arraigned for the March 14 killing of John Duggan after a quarrel over Rose Campbell, Mrs Campbell's claimed daughter. Blauvelt admitted the shooting but said it was in self defense as Duggan treathened to strike with a brick. detectives questioned Rose Campbell's true parentage amid the case.
John Burke faced the Court of General Sessions for fatally stabbing Michael Moore last Christmas Eve at the house of L. B Boise. An earlier altercation preceded the attack as both men argued with servants. Burke allegedly stabbed Moore in the abdomen as they left, Moore later dying at New York Hospital after being found on the sidewalk.
Brook lyn Democrats prepare a cornerstone ceremony for Thomas Jefferson Hall their new political HQ on Boerum Place near the bridge. The ceremony is set for next Wednesday afternoon with Grover Cleveland to lay the stone and local Democratic leaders in attendance. Governor Hill sends regrets.
Elihu Root argues before the Sinking Fund Commissioners in favor of allowing the Broadway Surface Halfway Company to install a cable system. He claims the city would earn 150000 dollars annually and outlines tracks, utilities work, cars with electric lighting, and nine mile per hour operation if permission is granted. The commissioners will consider the proposal.
Lawyer Brooks moved before Judge Cowing to free James Hope now held in the Tombs. The claim states Hope cannot be detained for the Manhattan Bank burglary while extradition proceedings to Auburn continue. Colonel Fellows opposes, arguing Hope is wanted for other crimes and witnesses are unavailable. Decision reserved.
The American Iron and Steel Association reports US furnace activity as of November 11. There were 575 furnaces built and in use, with additional units under construction. Pennsylvania shows 235 furnaces in operation, a leading figure in the national capacity.
A quirky collection of short items reports misfortunes and oddities. John Argusky returns home to find his wife eloped, a Phosixville correspondent notes zero temperatures, Schuylkill Haven burglars strike, and a West Virginia inventor pitches a houseless design. A Moreland farmer names cows after sweethearts, a shoe factory mystery prompts lemon party rumors in Williamsport, and local estimates hint at 160 men and 45 boys involved.
A collection of brief, odd items notes unusual anecdotes and local curiosities. It mentions John Hathorn Lott near Glenmore Lake at 96, odd hotel trends in Boston, misnumbered Washington streets, weak election interest in Germantown, and various small vignettes about individuals, animals, and odd events across New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and beyond.
A garbled collage of quotations and captions mixes political labels and social quips. The text references gripes about pay, judgments, a saloon, and portraits of vice presidents, with stray drawings and fractured captions.
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