Rothschild Plan Seen Aiming To Break Monetary Conference
The Brussels report warns monometallists may force a conference failure. It critiques Baron Rothschild's plan for England to control world gold and the US to sustain silver demonetization, suggesting two responses: hard withdrawal from purchases or a continental convention excluding England, with the Soetbeer plan as a benchmark for increased silver use.
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Brussels
Baron Rothschild
England
United States
Europe
Treasury
City to lease Fifth avenue market house to School Board
Common Council approved leasing the Fifth avenue market house to the Central Board of Education and a later proposal to sell the site for use as a High School and an armory. Chief Bigelow cites a $100,000 offer with prompt improvements, urging proceeds fund school and armory construction on suitable sites.
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Common Council
Fifth Avenue Market House
Central Board of Education
Select Council
Bigelow
National Guard
Guard
Board
Fifth Avenue
Market House
Comet debate exposes limits of press and science
The article argues late comet coverage harmed public understanding while real astronomers warned data were insufficient to confirm orbit. It credits Tor Dieratres for debunking medieval scare and notes charlatans and sensationalists showed their ignorance as the event unfolded.
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Biela
Tor Dieratres
Wigesins
Hicks
Comet Sparks Debate Over End of World Belief
The piece critiques sensationalists who claim a transparent body could withstand a planetary collision. It notes a divide between the well informed and the credulous as some Southern groups expected an apocalypse. Officials fear the effect will be temporary and expect renewed hype in the new year.
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Dixie
Pittsburg Seeks Industrial Strength Beyond Tariff Debates
An interview collection on tariff effects features manufacturers from iron and steel to leather and mining machinery. The piece argues refined production and higher forms of manufacture, especially in Pittsburg, can boost exports and sustain growth regardless of tariff shifts.
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New York Post
Post
Cleveland
Pittsburg
Doubt Fuels Reaction to Gladstone Home Rule Plan
The piece questions Gladstone’s proposed Home Rule draft, noting its radical shift from English and Irish expectations. It suggests the plan envisions four Irish provinces with a life Senate and provincial parliaments, but limited powers to preserve British sovereignty. It warns the proposal may betray past standards and hints at political maneuvering.
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Ireland
Congress
Great Britain
Gladstone
Patronage and reform in national administration urged
The article argues that patronage can aid the country but calls for economy in federal departments. It urges managing the government like business and notes Cleveland’s potential for reform. It also complains of Pittsburgh’s rail improvements lagging and an atmosphere of reform around the Union Depot.
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Pittsburg
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Union Depot
Seminary settles district to study social questions
The Chicago Theological Seminary shows progressive spirit by creating a settlement in a district to give students special facilities for practical study of wealth and poverty, purity and vice, and class distinctions undermining democracy. It argues problems must be understood by a larger, engaged public through intimate investigations.
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Chicago Theological Seminary
European Powers Clash Over War Craving and Peace Efforts
European powers, not accusing each other of a craving for war, seek peace by strengthening armament. The piece notes international folly amid the age of science and civilization.
University Extension Society offers free lectures in Pittsburg
Chancellor Hollands announcement states lecturers will be provided gratis where a class of twelve or more forms and agrees to pay rent fuel and lighting costs. The plan promises welcome news for Pittsburg and invites widespread acceptance as an immense city opportunity unfolds.
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Holland
Kilkenny Cats Moral Urges Democrats of This Day
A cautious study of the Kilkenny cats fable is commended to Democratic party members of the era. The piece notes a moral relevant to current circumstances and urges reflection among readers.
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Democratic Party
President Harri Son’s Address Baffles With Brief Message
The report notes a 15000 word message from President Harri son and calls the concise version a futile effort to explain away the inexplicable lack of votes. It highlights the administration’s accomplishments as insufficient to justify the long discourse.
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Harrison
Cleveland Faces Unruly Team Warned by Firm Tact
Observers note Mr. Cleveland will confront a likely disruptive group as his firm grip and tact remind Democrats that resistance will meet strong opposition. The assessment highlights his leadership style and potential for clashing with internal factions.
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Cleveland
Public doubt surrounds comet knowledge and math accuracy
The article notes that astronomers have not advanced beyond public doubt about comets. It argues that guessing conflicts with the precise results expected from mathematics and science, and that showing less knowledge would look less ignorant.
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America
Readings on Gould Cleveland and cabinet practice in republics
The piece contrasts Jay Gould’s health with Cleveland’s huntsman exploits and argues for perfected cabinet work in France. It notes ministers change in France and upheavals in South America as examples of evolving governance across Latin Republics. It emphasizes equal rights and fraternal sentiment in the great land.
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Jay Gould
Mr. Cleveland
Free Land of
France
South America
Extra congressional session seen as risky for president elect
An extra session of Congress would be a temptation of Providence hazardous for the President-elect and distasteful to the country. It would mean an extra unmitigated and unnecessary nuisance.
Uniform marriage law unity urged amid river city rivalries
New Albany and Jeffersonville compete to lure elopement business across the Ohio from Kentucky. Mariners fight over fees, causing recurring riots as the push for uniform marriage laws grows. Transit vehicles suffer frequent collisions, prompting calls for strong, swift action to curb the trend.
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New Albany
Jeffersonville
Ohio
Kentucky
Pittsburg Citizens Question Toll Bridges in City
In a brief remark on civic improvements a Pittsburg reader notes that toll bridges and toll systems prompt wonder from outsiders. The commentary compares the toll issue to St Louis water and drainage debates relevant to public infrastructure.
Prominent Figures and Royal News From Mid January Dispatch
Items report Garpax resembling Napoleon III and Governor Russell cited for wit by Boston socialites. Sperry to lead Olivet College starting February 1, 1593. Emperor William recovers and travels to Silesia for hunts. Alvinza Hayward, aging California magnate, remains wealthy but elusive. Hungary’s Weakerle rises to prime minister as first non Magyar to top state service. Prince and Princess of Wales plan voyage across the Med and Riviera for mid January to Mardi Gras. U.S. Treasury staff Stocks named on World’s Fair Board of Control. J A Heywood to Vatican duties for State Department articles selection and packing for Chicago. Heywood, once Philadelphia, now Rome, will serve without pay.
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Wintom A. Sperry
Manchester
N. H
Olivet, Mich
Russell
William
Potedam
Silesia
Prince of Press
Alvinza Hayward
California
de. Wekerle
Hungary
Leisenic
Heywood
Philadelphia
Rome
Annexation Debate Sparks Toronto Reaction
A Toronto manufacturer, W. Wilson, opposes annexation and notes the Montreal meeting where speaker Myers faced near mob attention. Wilson criticizes Myers as windy and ineffective, cites police involvement, and argues Canadians currently resist annexation amid hard times and rising restlessness. He asserts most Canadians are against annexation for now.
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W. Wilson
Toronto
Central Hotel
Montreal
Myers
Wilson
McDonald
Canada
Canada and United States Could Be One People
A speaker argues against annexation and warns that union would create discord. He notes Canada’s population around five million, many Canadian manufacturers, and the high influence of the French party and priests. He emphasizes shared heritage and regrets missed opportunities for unity.
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England
Canada
States
Canadians Favor Annexation As Trade Feud Fades
Pittsburg hunters returning from Canada report a heated annexation campaign with growing support. They note mutual respect between Canadians and Americans, but lament reciprocity terms and border customs friction. They expect eventual unification as tariffs trend downward.
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Canada
United States
Charles Tupper
Nova
Democratic Party
Death of Judge Connolly Relapses After Pneumonia
Judge John F. Connolly of Scranton dies at 60 after a four month illness marked by pneumonia cirrhosis and heart weakness. Born 1833, Columbia Law School 1878 graduate, served as District Attorney before a long tenure on the bench, noted for strict naturalization English language policy.
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Scranton
John F. Connolly
Connolly
Columbia College
New York State
Supreme Court
Noah Davis
Brady
Daniels
Vacancies in the Army As Three Seniors Retire
In Washington on November 20 three army officers of high rank plan retirement within two weeks creating three vacancies and related promotions. Brig Gen Beckman Du Barry Commissary General of Subsistence retires December 4 followed by Colonel Anthony Heer surgeon December 4 and Colonel Alexander J Perry Assistant Quartermaster General December 11 all on age grounds. vacancies will occur in the Commissary the Medical Corps and the Quartermaster Departments with presidential appointments and another slot in the Quartermaster list.
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Wasutxeron
Briggen Beckman du Barry
Anthony Heer
Alexander J. Perry
Army
Commissary Department
Medien Corps
Quartermaster’s Department
Utant General's Department
Keiton
President's Message Delayed Due to Present Affliction
Washington reports the President cannot complete his annual message to Congress on the opening day due to illness. Officials expect the delivery to slip to late next week or the following week with a brief note to explain the delay. The secret message is expected to be similar in length to last year and include a review of the present administration’s work.
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Washington
Congress
Uo Congress
Fpot
Pana
Competition Will Bring Relief for Pittsburg Rail Rates
The Pittsburg district complains that railroad improvements are delayed and discriminatory rates charged in Pittsburgh. Traffic from Pittsburgh is a major contributor to railway earnings, and residents seek better rates and facilities, hoping competition will deliver the needed relief.
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Philadelphia
Pittsscre Distatcea
Pittsburg
Cleveland President-Elect Bags 126 Ducks at Virginia Beach
Exstone Virginia November 20 President-elect Cleveland with Cat Hargis bagged 126 ducks in just over an hour at the beach with five birds taken at one spot. Four black ducks also fell to the fowling piece. Cleveland then ate lunch indoors. An elderly visitor Samuel Kelly called on him. A rescue by life savers saved five boat occupants after a capsizing in Machiponzo inlet near White Point and Coe Point. Al Cleveland observed the incident.
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Exstone
Cleveland
Cat Hargis
Samuel Kelly
Broadwater Island
Norfolk
Cobb's Island
Broadwater
Machiponzo Inlet
White Point
Coe Point
United States
al Cleveland
Ex-Senator A D Harlan Announces Campaign for State Treasurer
Ex-senator A D Harlan of Coatesville Chester county announced his bid for the Republican nomination for State Treasurer in Philadelphia He cites prior service as Senate Agriculture Committee chair and says he has pledges of support from more than 20 counties He notes his previous candidacy and emphasizes unity to avoid conflict with Western states contenders.
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Philadelp Aia
A. D. Harlan
Coatesville
Chester County
Harlan
Senate
Committee On Agriculture
Tate
Coman
Roger
Eany Chester County
Delaware
Lancaster
Comet misses earth sparks political jests across papers
The collage of headlines and quips from the era notes that the comet failed to strike earth, with jokes across papers about politics, predictions, and public hopes. Some say the event signals no change in political outcomes while others mock the stars and fate.
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Columbus Dispatch
New York World
Nashville American
Oto Breta
Soston Herald
Tole Io Rince
Baltimore Herald
Philadelphia
Louis
Pension sharks bleed claimants in Pennsylvania
Handissorne reports pension swindlers operating in Pennsylvania and Washington. Many applicants lose papers and pay high fees to private men for service certificates. Certificates can be obtained directly from the Adjutant General's Department by writing to them.
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Handissorne
Pennsylvania
Washington
Adjutant General's Department
Deaths Here and Elsewhere in McDonald and Mt. Pleasant
Rev L Z Aller a young colored Baptist preacher collapsed Monday night while returning from the Spring Garden Church near Mt Pleasant Pennsylvania. He was aided by several congregants as he grew faint and fell unconscious later dying. His home was in McDonald Pennsylvania where he will be buried.
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L. Z Ailer
Spring Garden Church
Mt. Pleasant
McDonald
L’a
Allegheny
North Presbyterian Church
Alice P. Lyon
D. E. Lyon
Charles A. Morris
Tyrone
Westanne
Forsythe
Lawrence
Julia Watson
Ann Rhodes
Lide Morris
John Fox
Key
Davies
Thomas K. Morris
William Blair
Norman McClintock
Allan
James Mathers
Henry Fay
John Anderson
Ridge Avenue
William J Cummins Opera House Cafe proprietor dies in New Castle
William J Cummins of New Castle died yesterday morning at his home at age 2 years. The cause was acute pneumonia. Formerly a variety actor, he was well known in Pittsburgh and a member of the Uniform Bank K of P and the Elks. He leaves a wife and no children.
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William J. Cummins
Opera House Cafe
New Castle
Cummins
Pitteburg
Uniform Bank
K. of F
the Elks
Ehlidrep
Ex Senator G N Fitch Dies at Home in Logansport Ind
Former U S Senator G N Fitch died at his Logansport home yesterday morning at 6 o clock aged 82 He is survived by two daughters Mrs Denby wife of Colonel Denby United States Minister to China and Mrs Br Asa Coleman of Logansport Death attributed to general deterioration of the system due to old age.
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United States
G. N. Fitch
Logansport
Ind
Mra. Denby
Colonel Denby
Chris
Mra
Br. Asa Coleman
Death of Miss Martha Neely in Coraopolis
Miss Martha Neely sister of Rev W C Neely of Coraopolis daughter of Samuel and Sarah Neely died at her brother’s residence after a brief illness. Funeral from her late residence tomorrow.
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Martha Neely
W. C. Neely
Coraopolis
Aamuel
Sarah Neely
Coraoporis
Pr. M
Mrs Mary Heisel Dies Suddenly at Herron Station
Mrs Mary Heisel died suddenly yesterday at her home in Herron station Pittsburg and Western Railroad district from heart disease. She was a sister of Father Sebastian of St Anthony's Church and sister-in-law of Alderman Hartman of the Southside.
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Mary Heisel
Herron Station
Pittsburg and Western Railroad
Sebastian
St Anthony's Church
Alderman Hartman
Southside
Obituary Notes Highlight Notable Deaths Across Cities
Michael Truter a Southside baker died suddenly leaving a widow and children. Hox. VaNcLeve Dalrymple ex justice of New Jersey Supreme Court died at Morristown at 72. Alexander H. Wyant renowned landscape painter died in New York aged unknown. William G. Blanchard founder of the New York Associated Press died in Roxbury at 76. Dewitt Cawros Winans of Baltimore died in London aged 148. Brevet Brigadier General Richard H. Jackgox died in Atlanta after a noted military career. Zacn Hexen, killer of five, died in Kansas City. friend of Quantrell. Henry referenced in Kentucky after a wartime incident.
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Supreme Court of
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Morristown
Tite
Alexander H. Wyant
New York
William G. Blanchard
New York Associated Press
New England
Boston
Roxbury
Mass
Dewitt Cawros Winans
Baltimore
London
Mr. Winans
Lnteress
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Rossian
Beevet
Richard H. Jackgox
Coronel
Fourth Artillery
Atlanta
Ueary's Muff
New Market Heights
Zacn Hexen
Kansas City
Quantrell
Henry
Kentucky
Social Events and Charitable Activities Highlight Local Notices
The Women's Foreign Missionary Society hosts an annual dinner and bazaar starting tomorrow at the old post office building, continuing Friday under the King's Daughters. A Milkwarps Conversion event by the Central Allegheny R. P. Church is planned for tomorrow evening at the Fourth ward school hall with a coin contribution for missions. Also noted are upcoming marriages for Miss Kate Mee and Miss Leila Ada Bosardman with Mr. William Sawyer, a university hall reception for library funds, and Mrs. D Herbert Hostetter's reception day.
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Women’s Foreign Missionary Society
M. FP. Guarrh
King’s Daughters
Young People's Son Band
Allegheny
Kate Meee
Edward Cassidy
William Metcalf
Misa Leila Ada Bosardman
William B. Sawyer
Brooklyn
N. Y
First Presbyterian Haven
Cu University Hall
William Pitt Literary Society
Library Road
Tus
D. Herbert Hostetter
The Order of Vesta In Court on Insurance Case
In Dauphin county court the case against the Order of Vesta proceeded with Deputy Attorney General Stranahan and John H. Barnes alleging charter forfeiture for insurance law violations. A receivership was sought but the matter was held over for consideration as Jones for the defendant argued the order served social goals rather than insurance functions.
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Harnisacus
Order of
Vesta
Dauphin County
Attormsny
Stranahan
John H. Barnes
Commonwealth
Barnes
J. Levering Jones
4 Corner on a Strike Telephones in Signal Towers
Evigasera New Jersey November 20 Special The New York and New Jersey Telephone Company began installing long distance telephones in all signal towers along the New Jersey Central line. The move signals preparation for a possible strike by the Order of Railroad Telegraphers as the telephones could replace some operators and reduce new hires during any dispute.
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Evigasera
N. J
New York and New Jersey Telephone Company
New Jersey Central
Anti-Snappers Plot New Ballot Gestures in 1903 Election
New York November special reports anti snappers plan to secure a place on the Australian ballot next year if February elections for delegates to the constitutional convention are postponed. They expect three state conventions to nominate candidates, with Fairchild and Grace likely to back nominees in every district to gain party status and field a full ticket in 1903.
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New
T 9
Arge
Fairchild and Grace
Contract Cotton Laborers Grand Jury Probes Workers
In Memphis the Federal Court grand jury investigates alleged violations of the act prohibiting alien contract labor in cotton firms. Representatives from Liverpool houses are summoned as testimony is sought on purported discharges and replacements by contract workers from Liverpool. The Electoral College date is clarified as January 9 in Harrisburg, not December 7.
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Memphis
Mexphis
Liverpool
United States
Hawkins
Empiris
Harrisone
Electoral College
Harrisburg
Cain
Dent
General Weaver's Daughter at Bride
Ruth Weaver daughter of General Weaver and late People's Party candidate for President wed Harvey Deany in a ceremony marked by modest public notice and family prominence.
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Weaver
Bride
Curious Condensations from a Global Gossip Sheet
A jumble of international curiosities. Persia has a single vessel, Minneapolis churns 35,000 barrels of flour daily, Russian alcohol output over a decade, and a Paris postal surge. Notes cover Paris offices, Barona Hungary hunts, vulcanic ash spreads, and curious medical and culinary claims.
Debutante Health Toast Invoked In Curious Line
Fragmentary lines evoke a toast to a debutante with archaic phrasing. The overall note reads like celebratory verse hinting at a social event or ceremony and a salutatory gesture toward a youngwoman entering society.
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