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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1889

Page

4

Copies per throne and DisraTcH circulation data

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Time’s Incoming Tide Dims Veterans on Grand Army Day

The piece reflects on the relentless advance of time and the losses among veterans who celebrated Grand Army Day. It honors those who served, notes their fading ranks, and asserts a nation’s duty to care for the living veterans and memorialize the fallen.

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Pittsburg Firm Wins Mint Roll Contract in Progress

A Pittsburg firm secured the contract to supply rolls for rolling out gold to the Philadelphia mint and the Argentine Republic. This signals a shift from crude bulk production to finishing iron and steel manufacture in Pittsburg, with emphasis on complete, finished machinery. The development suggests broader growth for local industry and a move away from bulk mass production.

Pittsburg Philadelphia Argentine Republic Kruppe

Yukon Water Folk Do Not Drink Alcohol Says Editorial

A satirical editorial mocks a supposed discovery of a race near the Yukon that drinks only river water not alcohol. It contrasts their temperance with Pittsburgh’s saloon culture, laments civilization’s spread, and suggests exploitation and ruin may be their fate after contact.

Alaska Yukon Pittsburg White

Chicago not to worry about distant rival lake city

A Chicago outlook describes a proposed northern lake shore city by a syndicate that would dredge harbors and lay out manufacturing sites to rival Chicago. The piece argues that even with capital and construction, true greatness depends on true vitality beyond walls and ships.

Chicago

Chicago's spontaneous spirit outpaces syndicate towns

The passage argues that independent, brave citizenry fuels city vitality and that true commercial centers arise from public spirit rather than corporate control. It asserts that towns owned by corporations suppress distinctive enterprise, predicting syndicate-built towns cannot rival Chicago's self-made growth.

Chicago

Trade expansion urged with Spanish America by Pan American body

The Board of Steam Navigation resolution yesterday welcomes the Pan American Congress and endorses closer trade relations with Spanish speaking South and Central American nations. General Negley’s paper notes European steamship promotion and a German consular service aiding commerce, urging a reform of consular appointments to boost American trade. The subject is vast, and public interest grows nationwide.

Board of Steam Navigation Germany

English investments in American breweries and mills draw debate

The Chicago Tribune notes foreign purchases of U S breweries grain elevators and flour mills while urging caution toward monopolistic fears and calling attention to the dubious value of inflated English capital. It argues foreign capital in competitive industries poses little threat and warns investors of potential stock watering among about twenty concerns tied to roughly fifty million dollars.

The Chicago Tribune Europe

Risk of Private Cars in Train Crashes

The Philadelphia Ledger urges caution over the special private railroad cars used by presidents and executives after a Palatine Bridge crash. It notes one private car withstood a massive locomotive and another could telescope sleepers, killing three passengers. The piece argues public cars should be built as stout as private ones to protect travelers.

The Philadelphia Ledger Palatine Bridge New York Central Railroad Ledger

New York Sun Objects to DisPaton Plan for Fair Site

The New York Sun opposes Washington as the fair site, arguing Congress would bear the full appropriation burden. The paper questions New York’s likely reaction, noting a lack of unified local enthusiasm among a group of wealthy backers asked to respond to Pulitzer’s plan.

New York Sun Tom DisPaton Washington Congress New York Dana Pulitzer Mr. Pulitzer

National issues mix with industry and culture

The piece discusses funding pressures for a national project in Washington, stock value contrasts in the Baltimore and Ohio system, Pittsburg natural gas versus coal use, a satire on Chauncey M. Depew, Catholic missionary work among Indians, Chicago’s bid for the World’s Fair, steamship subsidies versus fast liners, Sugar Trust Certificate concerns, and alleged naval officer prejudice against Frederick Douglass.

Weather Buoys Grand Army Day Observance

The forecast promises good conditions for Grand Army Day events in Pittsburg. Officials expect clear skies and mild temperatures, aiding outdoor ceremonies and veteran gatherings all day.

Grand Army Pittsburg

Church Moves From Downtown To Flee Sinners In City

A New York church plans to relocate from its downtown site to escape a neighborhood crowded with publicans and sinners. It asserts that the Christianity founded nineteen centuries ago does not fit the nineteenth century and aims its religion at the respectable classes only.

New York

BovLANGER and Rochefort Divide In Political Death

In a sharp political split, BovLANGER and Rochefort falter and part ways as their careers collapse. The divisive clash signals a fractured legacy and rising opposition.

Bovlanger Rochefort

Roosevelt Defends Civil Service Reform Attack

The article notes Theodore Roosevelt’s claim that a Republican attack on Civil Service reform is a breach of faith, yet stresses the concern lies with practical politicians led by General Francis Hatton who champions reform as a banner for spoils.

Theodore Roosevelt Francis Hatton

People of Prominence and Worldly Happenings

Ex Governor Gaston of Massachusetts begins his 70th year today while social events unfold with Mrs. Josefa Woons hosting guests next Friday. Notables attend a Junior Order gathering. a Lucy Hayes memorial marker rises on Pike's Peak. evangelist Dwier Mooer returns to Chicago. church tea features chocolate and coffee ices. Prominent visitors to the President include judges, representatives, a colored delegation, and Wanamaker. Zollinger recalls Bismarck’s youth and fondness for literature. George Francis Train illustrates the paradox of silencing a man by shouting.

Goverson Gaston Massachusetts Josefa Woons Walnut Street Colonel J. B. Clark Council No. 18 Jr. O Union Rink Bang MoK&e Grover Cleveland Pennsylvania Philadelphia Acains Pike's Peak Lucy Webb Hayes Miss Field Topeka Dwieur L. Mooor Chicago Ladies of the Ascension Church East End Pekin China Washington Thibet Marston Michigan William H. Bradley Lewis Kentucky Watson Dr. Townsend Butterworth Windom Tracy Wanamaker Pratt John Zollinger St. Paul Bismarck Otto

Booths Critical Powers Draw Public to Theaters

The Dispatch prints a reader letter debating the Merchant of Venice and Shylock with Mr Booth. It argues Booth embodies Shakespeare’s Venice and urges realism over conventional acting, urging a next step toward natural study of character beyond tradition.

Booth Thz Barrett Shakespeare Venice London Corneille Tino Shylock T. Conr

Lost Daughter Recovered After Newark Transit Mixup

Mrs Moss searched after boarding with her four year old daughter at Waverly Fair. The child was briefly left at Newark Emmett street station before a Newark police visit led to discovery at Mrs Hayhurst's house. Constable Boylan located the girl and returned her to authorities. The husband and wife reunited with their child after a few days of uncertainty.

Dispatch New York Thomas Moss Waverly Fair Edward Boylan Essex

Hamlet at the Opera House with Edwin Booth

A crowded Opera House saw Hamlet performed with Edwin Booth delivering a masterful, smooth portrayal. Madar Modjenka Ophelia offered a whimsical, jelly-like interpretation while the rest of the cast performed solidly, and manager Wilt added extra orchestra chairs to meet demand. The Chicago News note mentions a diplomatic notice and a rebuke to foreign requests to Washington.

Opera House Hamlet Wilt Edwin Booth Madar Modjenka Ophelia Chicago News Bisino Washington State Department

Children Hospital in Oakland to Open Soon

The Pittsburg Hospital for Children managers held their annual meeting reelecting officers and directors. They adopted bylaws and plan a second meeting to appoint matron and staff. Originated by Dr Le Moyne, the project has raised funds, bought Forbes and Craft Ave property, and expects a modern, non sectarian hospital for ages 2 to 12 without contagious cases. A surplus remains after expenditures.

Pittsburg Hospital For Children Judge Acheson Hallock E. M. Ferguson D. A. Stewart Dr. Hallock Dr. le Moyne Forbes Avenue Jane Holmes Treasury

Departing Citizen Dined at Farewell Banquet

A farewell banquet honor ing Hon. J. A. Goulden was held at the Seventh Avenue Hotel last evening. About 180 friends attended to mark his departure for New York after ending his business in the city. Goulden, once General Superintendent of the Pennsylvania Life Insurance Co and ex National President of the Emerald Benefit and Literary Association, was praised by several speakers and presented with a gold watch and chain by Emerald Benefit and Literary Association officials.

Newmeyer Indiana Cleveland J. B. McCallery John C. McDonnell J. M. Molamphy Sam H. Gilson Colonel Molamphy William J. Curran John F. Miller J. 0. Bergetresser Jon. W. Einstein Emerald Benefit and Literary Association Goulden Lewis Phen B. McCallery M.C

E Frauenheim Birthday Surprise at His Home

About 50 guests including children grandchildren and close friends gathered at the corner hg pr street and Penn avenue residence to honor E Frauenheim on his sixty ninth birthday. The party featured music and a lunch, with Mrs. Ke ney assisting and Ludwig and Richter furnishing the refreshments.

E. Frauenheim Hg Pr Street Penn Avenue Ludwig & Richter

Private wedding at W F Farley residence Shadyside

A private wedding will be held this afternoon at the residence of W F Farley on Boston street in Shadyside. The bride Miss Louisa Livingston Farley is his daughter and a bookkeeper for the Pennsylvania Company. The groom Herbert Steele Kell is a New York gentleman connected with the poet's clock, with Rev Dr Cowan of the Third Presbyterian Church performing the ceremony.

W. F. Farley Boston Street Shadyside Louisa Livingston Farley Pennsylvania Company Herbert Steele Kell New York Dr. Cowan Third Presbyterian

Kington Club Invites Audience to October Reception

Invitations issued by the Kington Club for an evening reception on Thursday October 17 at Patterson Hall. The club roster includes John C. O'Donnell, John P. Collins, Dr J Driscoll and W J McCormick with The Original Royals providing the music.

Kington Club Patterson Hall John C. O'Donnell John P. Collins Dr. J. Driscoll W. J. McCormick Royals

Wilkie Collins Last Plot Featured in Dispatch

The Dispatch previews next Sunday's issue with Collins final unpublished plot One August Night in ’61 adapted posthumously by an American novelist set in Missouri during the Civil War The Dispatch also begins Joshua by Georg Ebers with biblical era romances by Ebers Phelps Ward and Haggard and others

Wilkie Collins DisPatch Missouri Joshua Georg Ebers Moses Bible Times Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Herbert D. Ward H. Rider Haggard

New Hampshire Squash Attracts Attention In Alta California

From Alta California a note that New Hampshire excitement centers on a 100 pound squash while California squashes range 200 to 690 pounds and watermelons reach 100 pounds. The piece observes a light tone on regional produce comparisons with no resolutions passed.

Alta California New Hampshire California

Origin of Lynch Law Debated by Citizen Correspondent

A reader disputes a Dispatch column on the origin of lynch law. He cites various attributions from Virginia Lynch to a Galway mayor and even a Pendleton District note, arguing the name predates founders and may arise from multiple dubious tales.

The Dispatch Charles Lynch Virginia Lynch Law Billy Patterson Lynch America Ireland Young Galway Pendleton Robert Mills South Carolina John Lynch McDonald Furman Rausey, 8. C

Meaning of Motto and Josh Billings Identity

The letter explains the motto Dieu et mon droit as God and my right. It notes Josh Billings as the pen name of Henry W. Shaw, a humorist and lecturer who died several years ago.

Dispaten Josh Billings Butler Henry W. Shaw

Washington Birthday Dates Debate Sparks Historic Note

To the Editor a reader asks whether George Washington was born February 11 old style or February 22 new style, reflecting historical reckoning. The letter cites conflicting histories and calls for state confirmation.

Woashington Pleage George Washington

Prince of Wales Marriage in 1863 Date

In 1863 the question asks when the Prince of Wales was married. The fragment cites Pittspure October 1 with R. P. as cryptic context, but provides no clear marriage date or confirmation of a royal union. The readable detail is insufficient to identify the exact wedding date.

Dispatch Prince of Wales Pittspure R. P

Tracy 18 Cleaning House Relieves Navigator Walker

Secretary Tracy relieves Commodore John G. Walker from head of the Navy Bureau of Navigation. Walker will command a squadron aboard the Chicago as acting Rear Admiral and sail for Europe to assume command of the European station. The squadron includes Chicago, Atlanta, Boston and Yorktown, with ships to be sailed upon arrival. The move stems from no personal conflict, but a term nearing expiration and a policy against long shore assignments.

Washington Tracy John G. Walker Bureau of Navigation Navy Department Navy Yard New York Chicago Europe Atlanta Boston Yorktown Bendaure PF. Tracy Beere Charleston Balliovers

New York Law School for Indies Outlined by Blake

Lillie Devereux Blake outlines a plan for a new law school to be opened in October in New York by Dr. Emily Kempen. Kempen, LL D from Zurich, aims to train women to practice law with her assistant, amid questions of naturalization and eligibility.

Boston New York Lillie Devereux Blake Woman's Journal Emily Kempen No. 165 Broadway Kempen P Eniversity Zurich America Aoe

Not as Greedy on They Might Be

The Philadelphia Inquirer notes English syndicates seek profits rather than control, implying a narrower, finance driven interest in the project. The observation contrasts broader ambitions with a focus on earnings rather than dominion.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Tri State Trifles and Oddities From South Erie News

Local notes mix treasure rumors, unusual wildlife tales, a chain tethered wolf capture, a blazing canal shaft in Olyphant, and a wild turkey hunt report. Also mentions a large tombstone inscription and a school clock project aimed at stopping whispering pupils.

Absent a Long Time From Roane County Return

5. M. Fullman, who left Roane county for the West in 1334, is back on a visit.

Wheeling Reglater M. Fullman Roane County West

Deaths Of A Day Prominent Widow Mrs Louise Jones

Mrs. Louise Jones widow of Judge Samuel Jones died in Philadelphia after a summer illness while returning from Cape May. She lived on Duquesne Way and left three unmarried children. A devout Catholic and active fundraiser, she led charitable efforts including Sanitary Fair, Relief Committee, and Sea Rettery events, and hosted the Allegheny County Centennial Ladies Reception. Her passing follows the era of notable Pittsburgh benevolence and public service.

Louise Jones Samuel Jones Philadelphia Cape May Pitteburg Lib Loan Association Bazaar of Nations Relief Committee Chicago West Penn Hospital Jones Allegheny County

Old Songs and Old Friends in a Poem Translation

A translated German poem reflects on enduring ties of love friendship and memory. It contrasts old songs and old loves with present sorrow, recalling shared years and paths from youth. It laments time’s passage and longs to revisit childhood’s morning and dew on grass.

Springers Republican

Archbishop Corrigan’s Ninth Anniversary Observed

New York notes report the ninth anniversary of Archbishop Corrigan’s translation from New Jersey to New York celebrated at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Rev. Father Lavelle, the cathedral rector, denies morning papers’ claims that Corrigan was summoned to Rome to answer charges of maladministration and that Cardinal Gibbons will investigate Bishop Gilmour’s Cleveland diocese conduct.

Corrigan New York New Jersey Father Lavelle Cape Miter Smasaget Preskin McConnell Father Lavalle

A Good Living Made by Begging in Jersey City

Lizzie Scott twelve years old and her year-old twins Norman and Samuel are professional beggars in Jersey City. Their father and three brothers work as carpenters. In court the mother wore ragged clothes and sent the children on begging tours while fabricating stories of a dead father and sick mother. Meat and bread were sold to shops by the Scotts at low prices. The mother and children were jailed. a warrant was issued for the father’s arrest.

Lizzie Scott Norman Samuel Jersey City Lizzie Cirth Scotta Scott Mr. Scots

Hospital in Trouble Over Frederck Doty Death

A young man named Frederck Doty died after a spree while his family was away. An autopsy was performed at 7 pm without coroner or relatives’ consent, prompting family demands for an official investigation. The hospital superintendent testified Doty arrived unconscious and was later found dead, drawing public rebuke from the coroner and sparking concern about New York Hospital’s handling.

Frederck Doty Doty New York Hospital

Brooklyn groups press for McLeer as Pension Commissioner

A telegram to Secretary Tracy from King's county soldiers and sailors asks for General McLeer of the istetton Fourteenth to be appointed Pension Commissioner. The Fourteenth War Veterans Association plans to urge the appointment of their comrade with a public push.

Brooklyn Tracy King's County McLeer Istetton Fourteenth Fourteenth War Veterans’ Association

President forgives absence at Atlanta exposition opening

Ex Georgia Governor Rufus B Bullock in Atlanta received President Harrison's regrets that his official duties prevent attendance at the Piedmont Exposition opening in Atlanta Monday. The event marks the twenty fifth anniversary of battles near Atlanta including Peach Tree Creek with Harrison as a hero. the celebration is canceled due to the President's absence.

Rufus B. Bullock Georgia Harrison Atlanta Bullock Peach Tree Creek

Douglass Hosts Improper Reception Before Hayti Voyage

Frederick Douglass, United States Minister to Hayti, with his wife and Secretary E D Bassett, entertained a mixed party including ex minister C H W Smith, John Littl, and others aboard the Kearsarge. A grandniece of Count Pulaski, Mrs Zursika, rushed aboard to bid farewell, then departed as the vessel began its voyage. Douglass and his party prepared to sail for Port-au-Prince, expected in about a week.

Frederick Douglass United States Hayti E. D. Bassett C. H. W. Smith John Littl William Lloyd Garrison A. R Zenorah Nahar Boston Mr. Douglass Kearsage Mrs. Zursika Count Pulaski Douglass Port-au-Prince

An Indian Play Prevented at Hoboken Theater

The Indian Mail Carrier was not produced after an incident involving Go-Wan-Go who claimed to be the star’s husband and threatened to shoot Mrs. Charles Charles. He struck Mr. Charles with an umbrella. the actress fell ill with nervous prostration, and the performance was postponed.

Jacob’s Hoboken Theater Go-Wan-Go Charles Charles Mexico

Action of the Cornean Rite Denounces Grand Orient of France

The Supreme Council of Cornean Beottish Rite Masons declares that all acts suggesting fraternal relations with the Grand Orient of France are void. It condemns the Grand Orient for substituting creative being for God in Masonic documents, noting prior repudiation by the Scottish Rite Northern jurisdiction and by the US Supreme Council.

Supreme Council of Grand Orient of France Supreme Council of the United States of America

Americans Return From Paris Exposition Tour Now Under Way

New York October 1 The army of American tourists who went to Europe and Paris Exposition is returning in large numbers since August. Steamship officials report many bought return passages and rushed to secure berths on New York bound ships. Many travelers had already arrived after delays securing confirmed places aboard available steamers.

New York Europe Paris Ocean Amers

Curious Condensations From An Oddity Packed Page

A jumble of quirky notes from a late issue describes bizarre animal sightings and odd occurrences. Entries include an alligator near Micagope, a mysterious oil wall that leaks monthly, and a lynx mistaken for a panther. Reports mention frequent New York fires, jack rabbits in Kansas, a Guilford snake tale, a costly bass viol, and a perilous well cave discovery in Florida.

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