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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1892
Page
10
Germany’s Reichstag session opens as Emperor William, in uniform, reads a speech urging universal military service, stronger defenses, and new taxes to fund the army. Officials caution about sacrifices and economic strain while praising allied support and national unity.
Paris reports claim the Abeille family paid 20000 francs to M. Alexander Dumas to publish a defiant opinion on a murder case. Rumors allege 300000 francs total spent to secure Mr Deacon’s conviction and corrupt French press against him. The Deacons divorce bid seen as Abeille influence.
A Lisbon dispatch reports Republican agitation opposing renewed alliance with England and possible British fleet visit. Shopkeeper associations considered dramatic actions including closing shops for hours and other demonstrations amid anglophobe rhetoric.
German police maintain vigilant raids on anarchist domes and arrest several suspects. On November 22 six anarchists were seized at Altona as part of ongoing action against both German and foreign anarchists.
The International Monetary Conference began in Brussels with Belgian Prime Minister Beernaert urging international understanding. M Montefiore Levi was unanimously chosen as President, and American proposals will be submitted Friday as delegates plan three weekly sessions amid a volatile monetary climate.
The Foley libel case against the Greensburg Argus will be tried in Westmoreland County today with state and local politicians summoned as witnesses. Mayor Gourley and other prominent figures are cited as witnesses while ex Congressmen and state committee chairs are urged to attend.
Secretary Mrs. J W Stewart of the Needlework Guild of America will meet the local guild officers at 10 o'clock this morning in the YMCA chapel. A meeting of all those interested in the work will follow half an hour later.
Southside officer Frank Reisch recovered consciousness after a self inflicted head wound. He called the incident accidental and said there was excessive press fuss about the event. Doctors believe he will recover.
Davio B.R. Woods was struck by a Fifth Avenue car at Tunnel Street. his ankle sprained. The Board of Health reports four scarlet fever and five diphtheria cases in the city. A postmortem inquest continues on Michael Zaracky’s body found in the Allegheny River under the West Penn railroad bridge. Gores B. Jores, a year-old girl burned by clothing, died yesterday morning. Mary Woll, widow of David E. Park of Pittsburg, died at sea. remains to be interred in Washington. Amputation of Mary Woll’s limbs followed a train accident on Thirteenth Street. James Neary’s inquest postponed for more information. Prat Surrmas, 6, slowly dying of tuberculosis necrosis. brave, pious child. Heaway Sretves tobacco factory on Locust Street destroyed by fire. hover valued at 1,200, machinery 400, tobacco 2,000, stamps 300.
William Becks was arrested yesterday on a charge of threatening his wife. A claim of domestic assault against James Pall's wife states she was clubbed. Anomalous theft involved a gold and silver watch and an overcoat taken from Frank Jumilier's home. Evianers GILLESTiz jailed for 9 days by Alderman Kerr. A Dorente alleged drunken neglect of four children. Martin Sztrert, 17, fined for causing a disturbance at the Eighth ward night school.
Great towel drive with 1,000 damask and moirire towels reduced to 2c. Eider down and selected feathers priced around 1.35. Heavy wool blankets and all wool dress wool offered at deep discounts. Manns' New Drygoods and Row Drygoods Departments advertise special bargains on bedding and textiles.
Washington dispatch reports Commodore Folger's annual Navy Bureau of Ordnance budget request of 2.46 million dollars shows strong progress in armor construction and gunmaking. It highlights nickel steel gun tubes, fixed metallic ammunition, rapid fire improvements, smokeless powder development, and experiments with submarine warfare while noting a partial transfer of armor contracts between Bethlehem and Carnegie amid Homestead strikes.
A roundup of destructive blazes reports extensive damage at the Millport channel coal mine and Crow, Eile Co. works with losses cited. Other fires strike H Lang Son chair factory Southside Grand Rapids Folding Chair plant and Desba Lumber mill. insurance covers most losses and several buildings are destroyed.
In the Triennial Assessment Court yesterday few cases were heard with a key dispute over Summerlea street zoning leading to a mutual agreement to reclassify and lower the street. Milton L Baird's Negley avenue property valued at 14600 faced testimony around a 16000 deed sale and revised land and building values. The day closed with city-favored evidence and plans to continue in adjacent wards.
The Register of Wills records Fred Beckert Sr.’s will of Reserve township. Elizabeth Beckert receives $2,000 and the family home plus ten acres. Daughters Clara N. Beckert and Elizabeth Beckert get $1,500 each. Rest divided among five heirs with life income to Henry for his lifetime, then Eliza beth inherits $1,500, others share remaining. Any heir who disputes the will receives nothing, his share redistributed.
Warrant sworn by W Risher secretary treasurer of Pittsburg Refining Co charges F W Gerdes president of Hall Steam Pump Co with larceny by bailee. Prosecution says Gerdes held a Pittsburg Refining note for 335 74 due November 12 and a 350 62 check for that firm, but failed to deposit the note or cash the check. Bail posted for Monday hearing.
George Hoffman owner of a near Turner Hall speak-easy on Jane street Southside was arrested by Policeman Carrigan and jailed in the Twenty-eighth ward station for selling liquor without a license. He faces a hearing by Magistrate Succop this morning after police secured sufficient evidence.
Mollie Clark asked Superintendent O Mara to write to London for tidings of her father Charles E Clark who left for England months ago and has not been heard from. He previously taught hygiene at Canonsburg and Washington colleges and once tutored in Portland Oregon. Nearby, Charles Bray and May Harris wed in O Niles Ohio and returned to Youngstown.
Bargains offered today through Thursday noon at P C Clothiers corner Grant and Diamond streets. Basement sale features numerous men overcoats and suits with cashmere lining and velvet collars, all sizes and styles at deep discounts.
New York officials warn that American capitalists led by Whitney have gained control of Nova Scotia coal, threatening U S bituminous producers. They fear tariff cuts could cut demand, throw thousands of miners out of work, and hurt railroads and coastal shipping tied to coal transport.
Amid chants and a stalled session only 23 of 27 required council members appeared. The debate focused on extending department heads’ terms, with Reform Association protests on desks and a plan to pursue absent members down stairs. Citizens debate city governance and the $2,250,000 for improvements.
Agent O'Brien of the Humane Society testified he presented information to Alderman Braun of Allegheny about 25 participants in a dog fight Sunday night November on East Street in Reserve township. Braun denies that O'Brien provided any informations before him.
The second Wilson Barrett play Claudian was staged at the Duquesne last night. A romantic tragedy praised for its scenery and acting but criticized for weak construction and length. Henry Herman plotted the tale of Byzantium noble Claudian cursed to perpetual youth after murdering a hermit. Miss Jeffreys portrayed Almida the heroine who loses her lover.
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