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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1891
Page
4
Citizens face oily tasting water in Pittsburgh and Allegheny over two days. Officials debate causes including refinery residuum and broken pipelines with pipes near pumping works. an energetic investigation is urged to prevent recurrence and protect future regional water supply.
The Interior Department review highlights routine work on homesteads, Indian affairs and pensions while omitting critical public issues. It glosses over unearned railway land forfeiture, census vitality, Patent Office methods, and possible Pacific rail subsidies, and oddly links the Nicaragua canal to Interior matters.
The State Department compiled consular reports on European roads showing Ireland, Switzerland, Canada, and British Columbia all surpass the United States in road quality. The studies emphasize that well constructed roads remain in first‑class order and deliver strong economic value to farmers, noting France as an example of advanced road systems.
The piece argues France’s superb road system boosts rural wealth and spreads prosperity, contrasting with the U S emphasis on railways. It claims roads hinder rebating schemes and stock manipulation, supporting democratic commerce and inviting nationwide adoption of scientific road-building reforms.
City council likely to act this week on withdrawing the Alexander option or approving the offer for the poor farm. Critics argue price is 40 to 75 percent above private values and that a 100 acre tract may suffice. If kept, a cost range between 20000 and 50000 could cover pauper needs via county collaboration.
A Schuylkill county jury found a Pottsville editor not guilty of criminal libel but taxed him two thirds of the costs. The court had held the publication privileged, yet the verdict imposes a penalty despite innocence, prompting calls for reform to relieve the innocent of any costs.
Some Republican papers discuss nominating a candidate from Philadelphia and another from Allegheny county for Congressman at Large. City Republicans argue population gains justify regional nominations while outsiders claim statewide scope makes locality less relevant.
The piece questions whether Kansas and Pennsylvania could lose electoral votes due to apportionment and redistricting, raises whether a special session is needed, and ponders gubernatorial duty amid party politics. It also touches on foreign affairs rumors and a domestic graft scandal, all framed as casuistry.
A Wheeling case illustrates public patience limits as a man enters a grocery and, after being refused cigars from a fine line of Wheeling stories, draws a revolver and fires at the shopkeeper who retreats to the rear. The event is framed as a critique of constitutional precepts and street railway interests in the city.
The piece mocks English private soldiers who killed a tyrannical corporal and mocks a claim about Mr. Crisp voting for the original package act. It notes Heydrick’s nomination to succeed Judge Clark and questions a toast about North. It observes gas prices rising to 20 cents and ponders the resulting energy supply. It also touches on Vice President Morton possibly aiming for presidential stature.
The passage weighs Mr Balfours Ireland prediction as bias and ties it to home rule timing while noting Tory electoral prospects. It questions a New York political row over Union League Club membership and cites a chilly forecast about the cold wave.
Reported selection for the Democratic National Committee vacancy after Herman Odhrichs retirement draws intrigue over nominee’s ties to Cleveland figures Hill supporters William C. Whitney or a plain Lamont backing. The source notes urban diplomat Dante’s possible alignment and questions of locality.
Mrs. Jefferson Davis acting through General Hoadley files suit against Belford Publishing Company of New York to recover royalties from the sale of a book about Jefferson Davis. The work, begun by Davis and completed after his death, was not fully paid as per contract, and Mrs. Davis seeks possession of pur chases.
A column exploring the new kinetograph and rapid modern life. The piece praises Edison’s device, notes its speed and mass distribution via nickel in the slot machines, and contrasts it with past photographic limits. It lauds the Review of Reviews edited by Stead and Shaw as a global digest of events and ideas.
In St Louis on November 24 the city celebrated the golden jubilee of Peter Richard Kenrick Archbishop of the archdiocese for years. Solemn services were held with visiting prelates. Cardinal Gibbons will celebrate the jubilee mass with Archbishop Ryan of Philadelphia delivering the sermon. A grand torchlight procession and a Marquette Club reception are planned with Catholic dignitaries and society figures in attendance.
Newspapers across Ohio and national dailies discuss whether Senator Brice can be unseated amid questions of his legal right to the seat. Commentators note Republican strategy and Senator Sherman’s cautious stance as the issue areas split along party lines.
Major McKinley left New York for Canton Ohio after a three week rest. He plans to prepare his gubernatorial message before inauguration and has enjoyed meetings with both Republicans and Democrats on tariff views. A non partisan breakfast at the Murmy Hill Hotel honored him with prominent guests including Thomas L. James Fred Vanderbilt and Samuel Barton.
A collection of brief items mentions Sen. Hiscock passing through New York and avoiding politics, Baker of Kansas boasting a daughter who can farm, Norwegian novelist Bjornsen whose wife reads his work, Cowan dubbed the Great American Traveler covering 20 000 miles yearly, Marie Eugenie Countess of Pistre fond traveling from Granada to France, and Rev Hunter of Indianapolis voicing radical ideas about opening the World's Fair on Sunday threatening to march to Chicago and dump it in Lake Michigan.
Reported deaths include Sir James Porter Corry M P former Mid Armagh member in London dispatches. Other obituaries cover Davis of McKeesport Geyer Gerry Pizzusi Hrey and an Edward Street Orphan Asylum figure Mary Hogan. Richard Hannoxn San Francisco Police Commissioner died after illness in Ventura County.
A St Paul correspondent notes a crowded field for the House Speakership with Mills and Crisp as leading candidates. Carlisle is out, and the contest hinges on personality, dress, and courtroom-style debate as rival Democrats and Republicans weigh votes and potential chairmanships for the next Congress.
In a November 27 dispatch from Wasmrcm, the sermon on The Sin of Dancing questions whether dancing proves moral fault. It notes women may choose male partners or attend church and picnics with men, challenging the minister’s claim that dancing reveals unregenerate heart. It recalls Blue Laws and past Puritan strictures while defending women’s equal decorum and lineage.
A Commerical Traveler from Pittsburg defends the city against a Pittsburg paper’s claim of Sunday law issues. He argues Buffalo is worse for liquor hours and urges focusing on cities that need scrutiny rather than Pittsburg. He asserts Pittsburg is well governed and urges justice over malice. Dated November 3.
A letter argues against raises for public school teachers noting teachers can save for Europe and attend amusements while taxpayers struggle. The writer says teachers already receive full salaries and questions why public funds should increase teacher pay amid economic hardship.
George Wheaton Allen known as Land Bill Allen died today in a county infirmary aged 83. He campaigned for 180 acres for early settlers, spent over 260000 of his own money, and inspired a movement that led to his landmark land bill. He was born May 1800 in Windom Connecticut. He later worked as printer peddler and auctioneer in Central Ohio before fortunes faded and sheriffs sold his home. Contributions from settlers and others will fund a monument in his memory.
A collage of editorials and comments from multiple papers brimming with chatter on Congressional Speakership, tariff reform, and political maneuvering. The pieces lampoon candidates like Sprinzer and Mill4 while noting appeals to voters and the public mood on schools and immigration.
A miscellany notes New York union hotel workers, Chicago police demographics, and a host of curios in travel, astronomy, biology, currency, and history. It mentions emigration from soutien to Swedes, anaconda sightings near Richmond, and the arcane pronunciation fix for Arkansas.
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