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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1892
Page
7
The Engineers Society report on smoke pollution advocates practical anti smoke devices and city action. It calls for continued education, a city ordinance regulating steam boiler emissions, and inspections to ensure complete combustion in new and old plants, aiming to clear skies within twelve months and save millions.
The piece analyzes Senator Platt's attack on Chauncey M. Depew and the risk of corporate influence in politics. It suggests Purging party leadership of corporate control requires clear public-interest policies, but doubts Mr. Platt’s late repentance, comparing it to posthumous reform.
A New Jersey town mobs fear and prejudice follow the acquittal of Lingo, a Black man accused of murder. Citizens, distrusting the verdict, warn he would be lynched if seen again, reflecting deep bias that influenced public judgment.
Witnesses for the prosecution and defense clashed in a murder trial as alibi proofs showed Lingo was elsewhere. The judge directed acquittal after evidence of innocence became clear, yet Merchantville held indignation meetings and threatened lynch law, exposing racial prejudice behind calls for punishment.
The piece argues for regulated immigration focusing on quality over quantity. It rebuts total ban proposals by New York groups and urges selecting for sober, industrious, law abiding entrants while allowing skilled labor to support national growth. It condemns indiscriminate prohibition as harmful to the nation.
The piece traces New York and Pennsylvania senatorial decline from famed figures like Rufus King and Seward to Edward Murphy, highlighting ring politics and the rise of street railway franchises. It argues that reform successes expose the need for men of character in high legislative posts.
The article argues Representative Holman may be removed from the Appropriations Committee chair even if Judge Crisp is reelected Speaker. It criticizes Holman’s frugal style as irrational and notes his tendency to logroll and concede on allocations to curry favors.
In his retirement, a minister argues the world has heard enough preaching and urges deaf mutes to lead in gospel exposition. The call reframes religious leadership and challenges traditional sermon roles.
A Pittsburg writer extols the citys rapid transit as the finest in the world while noting a residents appetite grows from travel. The piece suggests the benefits of speedy locomotion come with the effort and labor of commuting.
A reader laments overcrowded cars with two to three times the seating capacity, forcing passengers to stand. He notes passengers’ feet get tired and bodies jostled like eggs, all without any extra charge.
With increased volume and proper provisions against intermittency, it is plausible that McKeesport would have less to complain of in its water supply, which often fails to meet demand.
Critics urge lawful remedies for alleged ballot tampering while opposing any resort to force or arms. They argue Judge Kolb should focus on legal process to uphold the rule of law rather than escalating political stances or street actions.
The report notes that any unusual earthquake sensations or ground sounds this week are likely linked to extensive rainmaking experiments in Texas, suggesting no seismic danger and attributing disturbances to controlled activities.
The Weather Department may improve public satisfaction by offering more stable meteorological conditions. A New York Chamber of Commerce banquet last night resembled a love feast with no distinctions between winners and losers in the dishes.
The text muses on railroads causing wrecks as a constant source of interest, noting presidents come and go while wrecks persist. It also references prewar phrenologists using bumps to analyze past campaigns, implying a fascination with examining events and impressions from history.
Despite election results in Ohio, D. McKinley is named State Secretary of the Farmers Alliance. The article notes no described tie to the Governor.
Drerew, famed for his wit as an after dinner speaker, plans to expand his elasticity as an orator following a defeat. The move aims to bolster his public reputation through sharper dialogue and engaging rhetoric.
A remark on modern heresy suggests it rests in the boldness to express two men's religious views while remaining in one’s own denomination and not intending to depart.
The remark notes that defeated political contenders seek solace by blaming the era as one of falling figures, casting doubt on the prospects of those who lost. It reflects a mood of shared disappointment among candidates and observers.
The article argues Cleveland would confront many challenges after his inauguration and advises avoiding an immediate extra session of Congress to prevent needless trouble.
The chrysanthemum is described as a fair substitute for the departed last rose of summer, offering a bright floral option as the season ends.
Mveprr and murderous assaults are growing painfully common around here, as in the rest of the country. And some seri ous attempts to lessen the number of such outrages cannot be indefinitely postponed.
Box office receipts in Boston reached 25000 dollars for eight nights of Jeffersons performances. Eunice Ross Davis of Dedham aged 92 claimed as sole survivor of the Women's Anti Slavery Society. Duke of Fife joins pan Britannic Congress committee. Frederick Evans dubbed Prince of Teck sentenced to one year hard labor. President names Thompson to Turkey post and Little to Cairo. Emperor Francis Joseph noted at Vienna banquet as Czarewitch. Captain Monteil to arrive in Tripoli after desert crossing. Ribot may replace Waddington as London ambassador. Ex Senator Manning and Quay go hunting at Sea Island with Butler. McKinley senior celebrates 60th birthday as governor attends reception.
A Treasury Department change to the Presidents Sept 1 order imposes a 20 day quarantine only on steerage immigrants. Previously all non booked arrivals faced landing debarment. The shift reflects focus on ships with improper sanitary transit and assumes federal and local quarantines will be effective.
The Hawaiian Consolidated Sugar Company annual meeting reports a sugar yield under 9,000 tons due to drought and lower prices after tariff removal. Net per ton averages show a drop from 70 to about 8 or 9 dollars, with at least 286,000 dollars income claimed and 800,000 dollars borrowed to sustain operations. A remaining loan balance persists as the Jeshiloh crop shrinks by drought.
Berlin reports on the Social Congress where President Singer urged international socialism as independents quit the party. The discussion covers oath opposition, judicial sentiment, and solidarity with French and Austrian Social Democrats, plus electoral gains and party finances.
Delia Loughlin once known as Bluebird in Mulberry Bend died after a life of dissipation. Rescued in 1891 by Mrs Whittenmors she reformed, became a missionary guiding over 100 converts in a year. Her death followed six months at death's door as old acquaintances visited the mission to honor her.
Har t rough November 15 both chambers were in session. John P Healey said he introduced a May 8 resolution to change the constitution about electing state officers. The measure was referred to the House Amendments committee which has not reported. He moved to discharge the committee. Griswold moved to table. the motion passed 90 to 0 with Republicans for and Democrats against.
At a Philadelphia banquet a large group of doctors discussed creating a permanent social medical club, the first of its kind in the United States. The proposal drew strong enthusiasm and momentum from the remarks.
A brief noted in the Philadelphia Times contrasts ordinary death with football danger, stating in the older line that death may come by inches in ordinary cases, while in football it comes by the foot.
The Rochester Democrat notes Adiai’s readiness for an aggressive confrontation. The piece hints at an upcoming clash described as a magnificent fold for carnage, implying strong stakes and intense action surrounding Adiai.
The Sewickley Valley Club opened its season with Mrs Pendleton's Four-in Hand at the Sewickley theater last night. Afra Pendleton Miss Mackintosh Miss Decker Miss Anderson and a full cast drew a crowded house. The farce features four marriage proposals and a madcap finale with lively strolling music by Toerge's Orchestra.
Wassinated data show William Potter chosen as Minister to Italy. Potter, Philadelphia businessman and Union League Club director, has long been active in Republican circles. He served on an ocean post offices commission and attended the Vienna postal congress as a delegate in 1891.
The clamor for an extra Congress to revise the tariff has been rising but editors and politicians argue against it. Voices from Brooklyn to Philadelphia urge calm deliberation and McKinley bill modifications without hastily calling a new session. Political leaders warn an extra session risks disorder and wasted time.
A Pennsylvania woman boasts a four minute pumpkin pie making claim. The real test comes when she tries to get someone to eat it within four days.
Captain John C Owens a noted Kentucky moonshiner dies of pneumonia at Burkesville Ky The out law had a long illicit distilling career and was blamed for past revenue officer clashes in Southern Kentucky He carried 41 bullet wounds from his years in moonshining.
George Ross father in law of Thomas Henderson and manager of Shoenberger's Mille died at age four. The funeral is set for tomorrow at 2 PM from his late residence at Logan's Ferry station on the Allegheny Valley Railroad.
John Hoey longtime Adams Express Company president and Hollywood founder died at Long Branch after weeks of illness. Other obituaries include Count Ducross of Colin France, W T Wilces in Denver, Lemon B. Hennox of Marion Station, Homestead fever, Japanese Privy Council member Yamapa, Canson Bersonos Morgantown, theatre manager Joseph H Mack Hewitt, Anram Blass a Johns Town barber and first black juror in the Botton States.
Miss Mary Q Riley and Mr Charles R Rhodes wed in a Third Presbyterian ceremony led by Rev Dr Cowan. Attendants include Miss Edith Golden and Mr George P Rhodes. They left for home at 3M Elysian Ave East End. The article notes a later reception and various society events including musicians and an orphanage tea.
A large gathering at Mrs. M B Riddle’s residence on Ringe Avenue Allegheny raised funds for placing a girl in the Home for Incarnate. The bride and groom Mrs Mixxie B Syeap and Mr Charles E Hertel wed in Allegheny and left for Chicago. At the Church of the Good Shepherd Miss Lida J Harris and Mr William D Mills of London Ontario wed in a white ceremony. Ursuline Academy staged a Columbian drama and Mamie Shane and David Wooding wed at Braddock with about 100 guests attending.
George Thomas Dowling will lecture at the First M E Church Braddock on Clambering Up or the Force Toys Will Win. A bazar by the Ladies of the Faith U P Church continues with strong attendance. Miss Minxie Bons returns from Europe. Evita Ross and Glasgow Church choir sing at Carnegie Hall for Burns monument. Fourth Avenue Baptist Church annual meeting features banquet and business session. Jones Dilzell wedding planned for tonight.
A collection of curious facts and anecdotes covers Rome plagues, elephant loads, Babylon gardens, London water towers, early inventions, and global notes. It includes tidbits on Saint Etenne and Washington place names, canal projects in Washington, and peculiar science claims. The item blends trivia with speculative history in eccentric prose.
A telephone girl testified in court about a breach of promise case. She described her tear stained face on the stand and asserted he had given her a ring, forming the central facts of the dispute.
A fragmented exchange notes the famous line that half the world lacks awareness of the other half. Dock points out the Democratic half will know the hunt for a job, while Bewtles jokes about a man near his companion distracted by theater tickets.
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