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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1891
Page
7
Discussion of next year’s tax rate begins early with hopes for full public debate. A state ment suggests the rate could be 30 mills if bonds pass and 20 to 25 mills if defeated, but observers doubt doubling taxes will occur. Citizens may choose higher millage or vote against the bond to limit tax increases.
The Allegheny Auditing Committee hears the mayor’s no jurisdiction plea amid misappropriation accusations. Lawful action should proceed in county courts, with criminal and civil procedures possible if funds were misused. Responsibility for next steps rests with Cornelis, pressuring official action.
Prof Albert Shaw argues that European model tenements prove slums are unnatural and unnecessary. He claims slums can be abolished with drainage like marshes. He urges mass action from all denominations to insist on healthful, renovated housing, challenging pessimistic conservation.
The speaker argues that improving slums is essential for humanity and enlightened self interest. Slums breed vice, disease, and future dangers to the Republic, while better dwellings could foster healthier, more virtuous lives for the poor. Public conscience must demand universal reform.
The Comptroller of the Currency reports 26 national bank failures in the year, with seven more banks suspended then resumed. The rise to nearly four times the long term average is linked to lax administration and politicized appointments, with Keystone and Maverick bank collapses cited as examples.
The Washington Star questions opposition to Fonseca as fact and suggests republicans in the United States would hope Brazilians accept military rule. The piece condemns such a view, arguing that representative government is worth defending and that Brazilians should resist a dictatorship based on Praetorian power.
The piece argues the New York Presawn overstates canal merits and backs a $100 million bond guarantee while citing a $75 million cost. It contends the plan mirrors Credit Mobilier, risking $100 million in government credit for distant projects and ignores essential internal waterways needs.
The Zeras Farm and Ranch of Dallas reports that reported rain-making successes are false and experiments were ridiculous failures. It notes much atmospheric concussion from jack-rabbit hunters in one day, offering solace for Texans amid criticism of Dyrenforth’s methods.
The piece mocks Renforth and Melbourne as fiascos and jokes about New York Croton water shortages, suggesting importing Texans to hunt rabbits. It contrasts historical myths with President Hayes chicken stories, critiques French social law and US land patches, and hints at democratic tensions. It ends by proposing a half–truth comparison for Brazilian affairs.
A Provostrion to handle traffic to the World’s Fair on the zone system is mooted. The system differs from the current value mainly by cheaper short distance rates, likely pleasing residents within hundreds of miles of Chicago. It may have limited impact on boosting long distance travel needed for overall success.
The piece notes an Ohio court ruling deeming advertising for delinquent tailor bills libelous and suggests tailors should require cash on delivery. It mentions weather shifts, political moves, and various era commentaries on elections and public notices with a brisk, opinionated tone.
Dr Scott father in law of President Harrison aged years. Rider Haggard to write Montezuma's Daughter after 50 day Mexico visit. Robert T Lincoln arrives in Rome on leave. Gexznat Burien suffers dangerous ear abscess. Amelia Edwaredsd touts sincerity in writing and literary ability as a key. Prince George of Wales expected to recover rapidly from illness. Lexonrk Syyprn, Miss, is a Western singer and church choir graduate. Edward Bepwog in Amoy, China, coping with cholera. Anna Dickinson in poor health and diminished intellect. Warner Hill named in Plainfield for Charles Dudley Warner. Nina Van Zandt Malato condemns anarchy and August Spies. Mary Anderson reportedly happier, settled in married life, with no return to stage.
The Academy of Music hosts the Rentz Santley Burlesque Company this week with mostly new features, finer scenery and costumes. The excellent company and well‑turned ladies drew 50 enthusiastic at yesterday's matinee for a seat duet, delaying the following act for ten minutes as applause continued.
In Chicago Times the claim is that England's Tory government may be manufacturing Fenian scares to boost votes as a general election nears. The piece notes dynamite talk has a campaign flavor.
Amateur astronomers learn to train the eye first by observing one body then another to interpret what is seen. The article traces history from Digge and Galileo to the shift from dioptric to reflecting telescopes and advises practical use, eyepieces, mounts, and power choices for planet, moon, and deep sky viewing.
A Chicago News column calls hazing a novelty among western college women and weighs its merits and demerits. It cites Lake Forest students wrapping and scaring a peer and questions if hazing could provide health benefits or inflict harm.
A fragment discusses Chicago built on a one foot crust over a semi fluid dough like mass, alarming residents. It notes Carter Harrison gaining control of a local paper mouthpiece amid the upheaval and describes public reaction.
World’s Fair Survey archaeologists uncover a colossal Ross County tumulus on C Hopewell farm. The 500 by 28 feet mound contains panther outlines, three skeletons, copper ornaments, shells, beads, and a carved chief figure with copper plate attire. Findings hint at ties to Aztec culture.
A London Daily in France and America says Bulwer Lytton predicted England’s invasion by America and France and the parceling of France. The 1812 letter, quoted in Catherine Hutton’s Reminiscences, foresees naval defeat of London and later European actions. His own political career contrasts with his dire prophecies.
The Detroit Free Press notes New York papers doubting Chicago’s water purity, while Chicago papers boast a Lake Michigan supply will be ready for the fair, avoiding Croton water issues and defending the city’s readiness.
Mrs Sylvester Madden mother of George A Madden of Tae Disraton staff died at her Verona Ontario home last Monday night after a long illness. She belonged to a longstanding French Canadian family and her brother Hon Augustus Thibodeau died recently. Her husband and two children survive Mrs McHardy of Guelph Ontario and George A Madden of this city. Deceased was a devout Christian and will be missed in a community she comforted the sick.
Mrs. Sallie B. Lightner wife of W. Lightner Washington correspondent for The Dispatch died after a three year illness. She will be cremated with services Thursday at the Loudon Park crematory in Baltimore. Her brother L Bricker of Wood Street survives. The record mentions her lifelong residence in Koeshube and note her abolition of burial in favor of cremation.
William Barker Jr died suddenly at his home in Instevening after four decades in the city. Born in Yorkshire England he helped Bradley Barker & Co move to Allegheny for gas governor manufacturing. A longtime director of Union National Bank and City Insurance Company, he leaves a wife and six children.
Joseph F Hunt longtime assistant bookkeeper for Western Union Telegraph Company died Monday at his Spring Til Street home. He began with the firm as an office boy at age one and rose through years of service. He served as Secretary of the electric council of the National Union.
Obituary notices list Sam Erwis EvAs an older Irisd come Winns figure who died in New York aged six. Jons A Lope aged seventy four died near Marietx, long a river and oil man. Davin T Bhovertos a Parkersburg merchant died from heart disease. Dr Amos Lusk, Zelienopie’s prominent citizen, collapsed in the street while visiting a patient. William Sastlet father of famed tenor Charles Santley died in Liverpool after a recent visit to his country.
The opinion pages quote Chicago editors and the German press on Anarchists, praising mayoral police actions and warning against riots. Authorities charged with maintaining order faced scrutiny as arrests followed a disruptive wave linked to Haymarket tensions, with calls to deport non citizens and prosecute treason.
In a fragmented Washington to New York debate a Thanksgiving proclamation sparks GOP ire while reports from Corporal Tanner promise party backing for a Harrison bid. Amid chatter Senator Quay faces questions on Penn’s fence diet as Tammany dubs water scare unfounded and the unwashed label persists.
The Farmers Alliance leaders curb big plans after state elections. They once sought control of Congress and the presidency but now fear no seat in political councils before the presidential campaign.
The New York Sun opines on Chicago’s self-consciousness as host to a global fair. It cautions against overreacting to attention, urging Chicago to mature into a dignified hostess and welcoming host for international visitors as the event unfolds.
A Philadelphia Press analysis declares railroad train robbery a surprisingly safe business. It notes few arrests in eight years, cites 1886 Missouri Pacific robbery, and compares factors that aided or hindered famous outlaws like Jesse James and Rube Barrows while drawing parallels to maritime piracy and the allure for bold thieves.
A 2 year old incident near the Suspension Bridge where Captain Jim Williamson found a man in a snow drift. The man claimed to be a gentleman who sleeps in the snow for warmth and asked for a red light not to be disturbed. Williamson later realized the man was Uncle Dan Rice in disguise.
A mix of odd facts spans quail in China, a four month hen in Marion Ohio, Dead Sea microbes, and a San Francisco Honolulu cable landing debate Monterey Bay eyed. Reports cover reindeer in Alaska coffee in Constantinople and a bigamy case with time zone trickery.
A compact collection of witty exchanges and social quips from Toledo Chicago and Brighton. Banter covers store quirks wine jokes weather and memory mix ups with a dash of local color and playful onlookers.
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