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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1889
Page
4
The Pan American Congress opened with formal entertainments and amity. Secretary Blaine’s speech outlined unity and mutual benefit, avoiding jealousies and armaments while promoting commercial prosperity. The aim is closer commercial ties, with no offensive alliance.
In Paris the tribunal of commerce fines the Comptoir a escompte executives 19 million francs for copper manipulation. The penalties aim to deter managers and directors, though critics say stronger action against successful corner speculators would curb temptations from unmolested wealth.
The University of Pennsylvania faculty adopts a resolution opening its privileges to both sexes, signaling progress after past defeats. The change aligns with long established e education at Oberlin and Ann Arbor, and student approval is questioned as to its impact on governance.
The local railroad’s move to load cars with slack or nut coal and limit nut and slack shipments drew criticism. Critics say railroads cannot decide which coal grades shippers receive and that impartial car distribution must prevail. Authorities likely to rectify the rule as car shortages ease.
A Bonaparte Old Guard grandson reportedly lost $100,000 in bank notes on a railway train. The incident underscores the adage that it is easier to make money than to keep it, as he did not gamble it but simply misplaced a large sum. Without such wealth the loss would have been impossible.
The piece reflects on how people handle large sums of money and risk. It notes Jay Gould is said to be stingy with fares and contrasts the boldness of the rich with the average person's cautious stance toward wealth and its losses. It laments the rarity of big chances and Fortune's fickle visits.
Returns from the territories heading to statehood show a mixed result with Washington and the Dakotas leaning Republican while Montana appears close in the Democrats’ favor. The likely outcome is a net gain of two Republican Representatives and four Senators, with Prohibition carried in North and South Dakota. The votes underscore the path toward an unbroken east to west state line.
A York County controversy critiques Chauncey Black for claiming Democratic fidelity limits daughters to Democratic marriages. The piece argues love and politics run separately and that Republicans will marry Democratic maidens regardless of parental views, noting Cupid ignores party lines.
A United States Labor Bureau report on the morals of working girls prompts critique of expanding labor statistics beyond industrial conditions. The piece questions why a government bureau should focus on female workers’ morals while ignoring male workers, suggesting broader issues in labor data and policy.
The passage argues the 1889 street act's validity is again questioned in Diamond street widening disputes. It notes the court's likely stance is uncertain and questions whether reverting to the 1887 act would have been wiser, given ongoing opposition points.
Weather prophet Hicks forecasts a first polar wave and mild fall weather next Sunday. The Board of Steam Navigation focuses on freeing the Monongahela from tolls, with Captain Dravo urging strong resolutions to back the measure before Congress. The board strongly reflects Pittsburgh views on Lake Erie and Pittsburg Canal and Monongahela navigation.
Chicago journalism heats up over St Paul paper backing New York while calling the West betrayed. The flare mirrors the Chicago Exposition boom and sharp regional tensions.
The piece notes that post success discoveries about authorship are common and that works often echo earlier models. It argues the original model survives while imitators like Mrs Burnett gain frequent popularity despite lacking originality.
More than ten thousand mourners attended Captain Jones' funeral illustrating the broad esteem for the head manager. The large turnout underscored his wise energetic leadership and the affection of those under his guidance.
The piece notes the marriage does not guarantee control over the Huntington estate and suggests further authority remains with the old gentleman. It comments on Prince Hatzfeldt not spending millions on Congress or legislatures and reports New York's guarantee fund growing as more men join to form a twenty five member body.
A 1.2 million dollar defalcation in Louisiana highlights alleged theft by state Democrats and carpetbagger rule, while local unrest over unpaid workers in Johnstown draws condemnation. Commentary notes missteps by Wolseley, asserts oil lease limits, and mocks party feuds as the three Americas congress opens with social meals.
A collage of brief portraits and anecdotes about public figures. Jay GovulP’s aging decline amid Wall Street’s risks. J Bockstone’s century old pay. Robert Garrett’s stock losses and railroad presidency. Stoddard’s Poe related fortune near-miss. Grace King’s Creole heritage and beauty. Watt Warrman’s receptions to poets. F M Crawford’s Italian ties and stamina. Mrs Arthur Stannard known as John Strange Winter, 33, famed London society figure.
In a state prone to blizzards the question of locating the capital in the right county proves tricky. The Philadelphia Times notes the challenge of selecting a capital amid unpredictable weather shifting the feasible center.
A collection of humorous quips and anecdotes about public behavior. A man fears exposure to Booth performances after a past fright. A woman jokes about train smokers being last and the danger of a following train. A very tall man drunkenly staggers the Fort Wayne car causing discomfort. A West Virginia colored worker on a Pittsburgh bricklaying crew is described, recalling a past street encounter.
Washington dispatch quotes Commissioner Wright of the Department of Labor defending his recent analysis on working women in large cities. He asserts the report truthfully notes that St Louis features severe tailors back shops and a high tailors back shop presence, along with scant libraries and illiteracy among workers. He says the report does not claim church attendance or moral decline as universal, but acknowledges issues and acknowledges some employers protect workers' welfare. he vows to stand by the report's accuracy.
Mrs. Grover Cleveland arrives in Lenox by special train and stays with ex Secretary Whitney. She attends a luncheon in pink and lavender gowns, meets guests including ministers and dignitaries, and participates in social events before the Endicott Thoron wedding tomorrow. A grand ball at Sedgwick Hall caps the season with Boston New York guests anticipated.
Adam Trautman a longtime Southside merchant died yesterday morning after a lingering illness. Born in Birmingham in 1598 to Bavarian parents he built a business with his brother George and held directorships at the South Tenth Street Fridge Company Southside Bank and Manufacturers Natural Gas Company. A former councilman of the Twenty second ward he helped pioneer long distance gas piping. He traveled to Europe two months ago seeking relief and returned too weak to walk ashore. He leaves no children his wife having died about a month ago and he is mourned by many friends nationwide.
Mr John McKay died suddenly of paralysis of the brain at his Lincoln avenue East End homestead on Tuesday evening. He was 65, a noted Bible student with wide Pittsburg acquaintance and brother of James McKay of James McKay & Co Iron City Chain Works. Burial from PRAMO Bay’s Searen Sapereen BVO Shadys at 3 PM. private interment to follow.
Miss Jane Robinson of Alpine Avenue Allegheny died suddenly at home. Born in County Fermanagh Ireland in 1801 she was 65. She came to the United States with her brother Captain H Mobingan a local real estate agent. Silas Robinson had attended Smithford Street M E Church for 26 years though illness kept him away. The funeral train will depart Captain R Robinsons on Montgomery Street at 4 PM tomorrow.
Special telegram reports Frederick W. Olmes aged 52 died this morning in Altoona from bowel obstruction. He was a progressive citizen, survived by his wife eight children and a large estate. Other item notes ex governor See and Seegee passing in Kansas.
The piece surveys growing bangs trends from Pittsburg to New York and Philadelphia, noting pompadours rising then fading, the La Tosca wig fad, and the popularity of short round bangs. It also describes hairstyles from plaited to coiled backs, side combs, and a wide range of hairpins and accessories.
Miss Louise Livingston Farley wed Herbert Steele Kellogg at 5 pm in a Shadyside family home ceremony. The couple, tied to the Livingston legacy, are from Barton Street and Amos M Kellogg’s lineage includes the editor of the New York School Journal. They will reside in New York.
Yesterday evening a large gathering witnessed the marriage of Miss Blanch MacMoran daughter of Mr and Mrs James MacMoran of Hatfeld street Lawrenceville to Mr Lee L Dagron chief inspector of the Baltimore and Ohio Raft. The bride wore white silk with lace and ribbon trim and diamonds with white roses. Rev Dr W H Pearce of Butler Street Methodist Church performed the ceremony. The wedding supper was served by Kennedy.
The wedding was held at the bride's home in Emeworth last evening at 5 o'clock. Miss Benny, daughter of C. W. Benny, wed Charles Shinkle of Myers Shinkle Co printers. The home was decorated by Elliott and Murdock, three bridesmaids assisted, and a reception followed with a refined array of presents.
A pleasant social event last evening saw Sol Cohn & Co. host a banquet for their employees at the Hotel Duquesne. The gathering began at nine and extended late into the night with a jovial menu and several speeches by firm members and guests, making it a well enjoyed affair.
Mrs. F Clark of Hiland Avenue had a near miss when her light phaeton collided with a Brace Brothers laundry wagon on Hiland Avenue. The phaeton overturned and Mrs. Clark and her driver were freed from the wreck with minor injuries as the horse stopped.
A large sunspot group near the western solar edge is visible this week, with rotation details noting the sun’s 25 day equatorial spin and 45 degree latitude spots. Mercury at greatest western elongation, Venus bright in morning sky, Mars near Venus, Jupiter waning in Sagittarius, Saturn rising early, Uranus near sun, Neptune near Taurus Hyades, and a Brooks comet split into three fragments drawing notable interest.
New York October 2 A mandamus suit seeks to force Windsor Hotel resident Edward P Dickie to allow removal of his wife Julia Frances Dickie to Guilford Connecticut for burial. Trustees refused permission and next of kin A K Overton and Cavalry protested. The Supreme Court Judge Barlett ordered the cemetery trustees to disinter the remains.
Pittsburg Dispatch announces Sunday issue will publish opening chapters of Joshua by Prof Georg Ebers about the Israelites leaving Egypt and wandering the desert. It notes the first in a biblical novel series by Ebers, H Rider Haggard, Elizabeth Stuart Phelps and Rev Herbert D Ward. Also featured is One August Nightin ’6r by Wilkie Collins, his last work before death.
In a sharp rebuke the queen rejects claims she planned a visit to Ireland. She vows to avoid actions that could spotlight Tory misrule amid political tension.
Politicians insist elections go on despite a slow year with persistent office seekers. The piece references New York figures and a fair finance committee from 1882, noting the enduring drive of candidates.
A broken power line in the Bowery caused a live wire to lay across the street. Michael Lynch stepped on the sagging wire and was knocked unconscious and paralyzed in the leg. Cars and horses were shocked as crowds fled until a bystander cut the wire. the horses recovered.
William C Tenner a French count by birth was jailed for forging checks. He had been introducing himself to writers like the Harpers and Appletons to cash small forged checks. He attempted to cash a signature bearing D Appleton Co at Henry Holt Co before detectives intervened.
The steamship City of Paris carried eight Chinese officials including His Excellency Chang Yen Hoon and Shu Cheon Pon from Liverpool toward London and Madrid en route to China. They will proceed home via Paris and a Portuguese seaport with plans to return to Washington for New Year festivities. A. Louden Snowden also sailed aboard.
The project is backed by Chu Fong and several Mott Street firms and aims to establish America’s first carings institution bank in Chinatown. Depositors will receive a small interest, while funds will be lent to Chinese businesses in Mott Street at higher rates. The present local small-loan rate in Mott Street runs 10 to 15 percent with good security.
Interest in the ocean racing duel between the City of New York and the Teutonic has renewed after the Teutonic received smaller propellers and hull improvements. Both ships sailed from Liverpool and will depart Queenstown tomorrow for a six day go as you please race to test which vessel gains speed with the altered propulsion. Look out for the big boats on Wednesday next.
Edwin Booth again delivers a noted portrayal of Cardinal Richelieu, aided by Madam Modjeska as Julie de Moranges. Critics praise his commanding presence and emotional power, while Modjeska blends purity and audacity, with strong supporting turns from Hanford and Vroom as Louis XII. The production’s scenery and costumes suit the period, and the full audience applauds.
Miss Helen Banny the English actress arrives at the Grand Opera House next week with the Union Square Theater as the same scenery and cast. Miss Barry hailed as a world famous beauty will perform in Love and Liberty except Tuesday night and Saturday matinee. Seats go on sale today. Lacy and Arthur's Still Alarm also presented as a featured item.
A collection of curiosities and oddities reports strange items from various places. It mentions English postal charges in Britain, a 129 year old Bolivian surgeon, a Maine girl overweighted and teased, a Buenos Aires note on Bolivia, a dramatic wedding atop Allegheny Mountain, a Dutch Reformed missionary’s journey, a betrothal near Yohohon, and Wyoming bear encounters with hunters in the Sybille region.
A collage of quips and captions from late 19th century papers about aging humorists, domestic gags, and social shocks. Anecdotes about cooks, partnerships, hairstyles, and quirks mix with jokes on gender roles and marriage misadventures. The item mimics a humor page with diverse short lines.
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