Grade Crossing Dilemma and Public Safety Policy
The Dispatch notes postage details and examines Judge Stowe's ruling on grade crossings between street railways and steam railways. It questions responsibility for safety at grade crossings, compares street traffic to rail obstacles, and warns that future solutions require better foresight by corporations and the public.
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Stowe
Erade
Wilkinsburg
Liberty Street
Sixth Street
Federal Street
Allegheny
Jodze Stewe
City Farm Purchase Controversy Overvaluation
Omer Elliot questions the Alexander tract offer for a Poor Farm at 350 dollars per acre while records show a 200 dollar per acre appraisal and private sale. Officials urged a fair purchase not exceeding 100 acres at 100 to 3200 dollars per acre, warning against extortion and middleman profit using taxpayers’ funds.
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Omer Elliot
Alexander
Allegheny County
Judge Finletter Defines Poll Tax Qualification Limits
Philadelphia judge argues against distributing poll tax receipts to buy votes. He states voting rights are earned by age citizenship residence and tax payment and must be met by the voter, not granted by others. The ruling would curb a common political practice and expose its meddling with funds and votes.
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Finletter
Philadelphia
Abolish Tax Payment Requirement for Voting
The speaker decries poll taxes as a property qualification that restricts voting rights. He argues Pennsylvania mirrors this restriction through a law allowing political committees to distribute tax receipts to voters. Two reforms are urged: end committees spreading tax receipts and repeal the tax payment prerequisite for suffrage.
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Pennsylvania
Pittsburg urged to seek 1892 National Republican Convention
The Pittsburg article urges local efforts to host the 1892 Republican National Convention arguing the city’s growth, hotel capacity, transit system, and railroad access fit it to rival St. Louis and Cincinnati. It calls for united business and civic support, substantial subscriptions, and public spirit to attract delegates and national attention.
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Pittsburg
Chicago
Republican Party
National Committee
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Monument to Captain J B Ford Honored by Employer
The article notes a life time tribute as Ford City unveils a statue for Captain J B Ford. It highlights his founding of two plate glass works and the Ford City community’s expansion from small to vast industry under his leadership as an employer paying tribute to a valued chief.
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J. B. Ford
Ford City
Creighton
Tarentum
Captain Ford
Silver Bankers Debate on Free Coinage and Silver Act
In New Orleans the American Bankers Association hears two notable papers. Secretary Foster defends the July 14 1890 silver act while William P St John of Mercantile National Bank argues boldly for free coinage. He questions Treasury notes redeemable in gold or silver and warns of inconsistent pledges under the law.
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American Bankers’ Association
New Orleans
Foster
William P. St. John
Mercantile National Bank of New York
New York
Secretary of the Treasury
Treasury
Debate Over Free Coinage and Gold Standards
The article critiques St John and Secretary Windom on free coinage and the gold silver debate. It argues that altering the unit value or creating a gold premium harms creditors while aiding debtors. It advocates coining separate gold and silver dollars with equal bullion value as the solution.
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Mr. St. John
Europe
Windom
New York
Promised Fuel From Oil Could Replace Natural Gas
A written report notes an oil process tested for months that can be used in factories and homes, uses natural gas pipes for delivery, emits no smoke or dust, and costs half as much as natural gas. If proven in practice, it would aid Pittsburg consumers and industry, though guarantees against price hikes must accompany adoption.
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Pittsburg
Uncertain Democratic Lead Nominees in New York Factions
Staff in New York assess the Cleveland Hill split within the New York Democracy. The impasse suggests neither could win the nomination without alienating factions. Analysts see possible nominees from outside New York and warn Brice’s election may face money corruption challenges.
Census report on iron ore ware results questioned by Philadelphia Record
The Philadelphia Record disputes the Porter census findings claiming 100 percent ore output rise and 95 percent drop in mine ore value while wages rise 82 percent and mining costs fall five cents. It notes possible mine openings and updated machinery but warns of arithmetic or typographical errors making the figures suspect.
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Philadelphia Record
Liberal win in South Malton signals shift in England politics
The Liberal victory in South Malton Devonshire marks a notable gain from a Liberal Unionist last election. The new Liberal majority is about 1,300, down from 1,600. The article links this to the Salisbury Cabinet's tenure and hints at broader electoral tensions in England. It also notes Ohio Democratic leaders and a large 200,000 voter participation mentioned in relation to constitutional issues.
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South
Malton
Devonshire
England
Salisbury
Tariff Debate Sparks Controversy Over Egg Innovation
The passage notes a tariff issue lacked voter interest at a convention, implying a hypothetical outcome if all supported it. It argues high duties on eggs would have affected invention, suggesting the inventor of artificial eggs owes gratitude to a five cent per dozen tariff.
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McKinsey
Senate spending and political blame in a constitutional debate
The Philadelphia magazine piece argues Senate expenditures reach 330000 while omitting 40000 wasted on testimony later deemed irrelevant. It questions accountability for Pattison’s election fallout and contrasts Blukley and West Virginia governor actions with party bias. It notes pro and anti republican views on reciprocity with Brazil and dictatorship concerns.
Letter from Germany's Emperor hints at spring war
A letter claimed to be from the German emperor to an American gentleman warns of war in the spring but has not been made public. The piece notes the warning may differ in impact and mentions Mr Fassett possibly sending a warning to Dictator Fonseca about campaign expense affidavits.
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Germany
United States
Mr. Fassett
Fonseca
Yellow fever reaches New York from Brazil
The report says yellow fever has arrived in New York aboard a Brazilian vessel. The article notes the season will lessen danger, suggesting autumn in the North reduces risk and the illness will be milder or less feared for the public.
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New York
Brazil
Frontia
New Dakota Eyes Three Month Return as Blizzard Maker
New Dakota plans to resume operations at its former site to manufacture blizzards for the United States over the next three months.
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New Dakota
United States
Brazilian Officials Deny Trouble Amid Chilean Echoes
The piece questions Brazilian officials deny conflict while recalling Chilean reports. It notes Fonseca's influence and suggests officials work for personal gain. It mentions GrapyY’s appointment easing Cleveland from Tammany pressure. An explosion at Valparaiso Indiana injures no one. hopes for similar safety with future charges. It concludes with Foraker attacking the Administration, implying electoral defeat.
PEGLE OF PROMINENCE AND PROMINENT FIGURES IN HISTORY
A collage of brief notes profiles notable figures and events. Colonel Alexander McCurrne towers at six feet three with an athletic frame, while an old Dillon hat sells for 25 in Australia. Henry Watterson fantasizes about annexing Chile for 23 volcanoes. Clarence Bowes links to Washington Centennial glory and plans to marry Miss Wentworth of Chicago. Mrs. Gioroyn W. Mansa relocates with family to New York, the Ridley Park home now for rent. Ex Senator Inglats disliked McKinley speeches. Bernard Forest rises from Bradford clerk to millionaire through oil speculation. In South America prominence proves risky. Rafael Nunez, 1874 President of Colombia, faced exile and restoration to honor.
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Dillon
Australia
Clarence Bowes
Washington
Miss Wentworth
Chicago
Gioroyn W. Mansa
Keystone Bank
Ridley Park
New York
Ingalts
Major McKinley
Fortune
Bernard Forest
Bradford
South America
Rafael Nunez
Columbia
Woman’s Century: Vanguard Calls for Free Enfranchisement
A Toronto Empire commentary argues the era is the woman’s century. It condemns male fear of female influence while noting two camps among women. Many stay tied to home life, yet reform-minded leaders pursue womanly purity and civic rights.
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Toronto
Savings Bank Panic Ends In Woman Keeps Cash In Bosom
A Boston story shows a Back Bay family servant who held to her $100 deposit during a bank run. Despite her employer's promise to safeguard the money she withdrew it after three days and kept the cash hidden on her person, deeming it safer than the bank.
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Boston Herald
Savings
Back Bay
Five Cents Savings Bank
Behring Sea dispute to be sent to arbitration
The Minneapolis Tribone reports that Great Britain and the United States will submit the Behring Sea question to arbitration. It notes that by the time arbiters finish, only enough seals will remain for stuffed specimens at the Smithsonian and the British Museum.
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Minneapolis Tribone
Great Britain
United States
Smithsonian Institute
British Museum
Senators Rich and Restless at Harrisburg Expose Political Wealth
From Harrisburg reports a Pennsylvania Senate largely comprises wealthy Philadelphians and Allegheny contractors. Notable figures include William Flinn and Charles A. Porter, each worth well over a million, with others like George Handy Smith and John C. Grady wealthy from farming, real estate, or law. A tale recalls Gobin’s New Orleans gambling night until a clash. Senator Hall of Elk county navigates Southern ties amid party controversy, while many peers prefer card games over public service.
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GTAPY
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Alegheny
William Flinn
Charles A. Porter
Philadelphia
Commmon
Osbourn
George Handy Smith
Senate
Small
Broad Street
John C. Grady
Grady
Boris Penrose
Crouse
Philadelhia
Becker
C. Keeny Thomas
Thomas W. Cooper
Philadela
Gobin
New Orleans
General Butler
Faro
New York
Cinch
Allegheny
Allegheny County
Payoo
Pittsburg’s Police Reform Cites Quiet Sundays and Fewer Crimes
The piece praises the Pittsburgh police for enforcing law and cleaning up the city. Saloons close on Sundays, gambling houses are shut, and unlicensed dens are eliminated. Officials are credited for appointing capable officers and reducing disorder and crime.
Dimensions of the Boom in the Republic
The article opines that the current boom enjoyed by the Republic is vast, described as larger than any ordinary shape or shadowy penumbra, signaling a strong national growth or prosperity. It frames the boom as a defining era for the nation.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Republic
Penumra
Keystone Opinionettes and Senate Whitewash Debates
A slate of brief editorials comments on political issues including the Senate whitewash, tax policy in Pennsylvania, American diplomacy, and republicanism. Pieces from Connellsville Courier Williamport Sun Harrisburg Star Lewisburg Chronicle Lancaster Intelligencer Bradford Star and WW Herald reflect partisan views and concerns about press suppression and ore production.
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Senate
Connellsville Courier
Dem
Pennsylvania
Williamaport Sun
Europe
Harrisburg
Bradford Star
WW Herald
The Industrial South Gains Ground in Manufacturing
The Chicago Inter Ocean notes the South shifting from a cotton driven economy to growing manufacturing. A Baltimore Manufacturers' Record summary cites six and a half million dollars in new Southern industrial ventures in the week ending November 7, with capital spread across the region including Texas.
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Chicago
Inter Ocean
Baltimore
Rts
Texas
Mills
Congress
C. J
Media Snippets Reflect Pressure on US Politics
A collage of 19th century editorials jokes about democracy, Jay Gould, and Wall Street. It notes Kansas peffer and a whiskey shortage, calls for understanding P Democracy, and mocks Croton water quality as New York News hints prohibitionist trends.
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New York
Jay Gould
Lambs
Wall Street
Buffalo Courier
Europe War Talk vs German Ambition: New York Advertiser Analysis
The New York Advertiser argues Germany will not dare a major war, noting risks from France and possible Austrian involvement, dismissing wartime talk as mere bravado. It questions rumors of arms deals with New York firms and nitrates in Chile, finding little concrete evidence.
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New York Advertiser
Germany
Russia
France
Austria
William
New York
United States
Chile
Canadian Annexation Openly Backed by Professor Smith
Prof Goldwin Smith told a Toronto reform club he favors annexation of Canada to the United States arguing it is Canada’s inevitable destiny. He says Canadians must share the continent with Americans and be bound to them in many ways incompatible with remaining an English colony.
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New York
Goldwin Smith
Reform Club
Toronto
Canada
United States
Art on American Money
Philadelphia Times laments U S money design calling bank and Treasury notes common and unattractive. It criticizes gold and silver coinage as a disgrace artistically and notes the new small silver issue shows no improvement. It argues the Goddess of Liberty and the American eagle lose their class on currency.
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Philadelphia Times
Treasury
Monroe Doctrine Mention Reappears In Toledo Notice
A Toledo Commercial item notes growing British activity in the Western Hemisphere and warns that the Monroe doctrine may need renewed assertion to curb disturbances. The piece frames Britain as a provocative force prompting U S attention.
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Great Britain
Deaths Here and Elsewhere in Eastern Ohio
Hon Harmount longtime Tuscarawas County Children's Home superintendent in New Philadelphia died at the institute at seven pm from hemorrhage of the bowels after brief illness aged four years. He was known across Eastern Ohio and served in the State Senate from 1838 to 1870. He leaves a widow and five children, four daughters and one son. His widow is sister to W Card of Pittsburgh.
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Tuscarawas County
New Philadelphia
Harmount
Ohio
W. Card
Pittsburg
Berlin
Damariand
Samson Strik Werful
H. H. Bowles
Cherryfield
British Museum
Edere
United States
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Austria
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United Kingdom
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Italy
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Hussia
Europe
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France
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Belgium
Holland
Portugal
Balkan
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Australia
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Gandaki
Nepaul
Obituary notes and deaths in regional notices
Obituary notes report deaths including M M Wilson of Disisville aged man who died of consumption after serving as West Penn Railroad chief clerk, Miss Many Eat centenarian, Rev. Martin Zerkel funeral at Freedom, Meadville attorney Heruex C Foxy died of paralysis, Joan Alexander father of John Alexander died, Madam BanTroLpL mother of famous French sculptor died, Baroness von Waldersee wife of Duke of Novaria dies. marriage renunciation by Duke to favored brother Charles.
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M. M. Wilson
Disisville
Martin Zerkel
Freedom
Heruex C. Foxy
Meadville
Miss Many Eat
Io Wilkinsburg Yestery
Joan Alexander
John Alexander
People’s Insurance Company
Madam Bantrolpl
Famona Frenen
New York City
Liberty
Baronees von Waldersee
Lews
Novaria
Fraulein Mendal
Charles
Late everyday bustle in New York sparks endless scramble
New York observers describe the city’s constant rush as trains ferries and ships depart with people frantically racing to catch them. The piece recounts a humorous episode in a bar where laughter erupts over a man’s hysterics and memories of a Washington singer. It notes the ironies of urban life and election night social patterns among hotel crowds.
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New York
Metropolis
Join Chamberlain
Curious Condensations From a Confusing Scrapbook Toll
A collage of facts and curiosities ranges from language counts in Africa to Berlin’s population density, peculiar animal and plant notes, and strange historical trivia. The piece comically surveys disparate topics with little cohesion.
Humoresque Hits and Whimsical Exchange Fragment
A clipped humor column notes quick wits about voices and letters. The dialogue features Amy and Sue on voice lengths and merchantable files, plus a punny exchange about a promised letter and a green maid from Emerald Tate.
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Amy
Sue
van Jay
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