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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1891
Page
7
Pittsburg dispatch notes striking apathy toward elections for delegates and questions how delegates will be chosen. Writers warn that low interest may lead to nonpartisan, backroom selections and argue the convention is penniless, expensive, and hazardous, urging voters to ensure cool, capable delegates and to cast ballots to prevent corruption.
A critical note on Governor Campbell's tariff remarks arguing sugar prices and bounty costs mislead the public. The piece disputes claims that the McKinley bill lowers consumer costs, cites tax revenue declines and farm value reductions, and urges clearer, fact based argument.
A Philadelphia Times discussion compares city gas works to private contract gas. It notes a $800,000 profit in the city system, a $400,000 loss in city gas manufacture, and a $1,000,000 gain from buying contractors at 37 cents and selling at 150. The piece argues public ownership increases costs and reduces incentives, urging caution on government control of enterprises.
Objectors argue cheap gas offers little benefit due to gas company monopolies. The Philadelphia example shows outside manufacturers could supply mains, forcing lower charges. If pipeage were open to all, consumers might save about a million dollars. The piece argues competition can benefit public interests.
A Mail Pouch column reply defends silver coinage history arguing silver was free before 1873 and bullion could be coined at the mint, with low demand until 1878. It notes debates in Congress, calls for verified sources, and explains the 16 to 1 ratio versus world monetary action, proposing a silver dollar with bullion value equal to the Gold dollar as alternative.
The Philadelphia Inquirer questions a constitutional dodge in Governor led actions. It argues that section 4 of article VI contemplates removal by Senate after due notice and hearing, while impeachment resides in the House. The piece warns that misreading could void proper impeachment and trial processes.
The Missouri Pacific directors issued a statement arguing earnings fell short of interest and fixed charges for nine months of the fiscal year, yet nearly a million dollars in two quarterly dividends were paid. The piece notes public reaction from New York papers and supports Jay Gould’s view on dividend policy.
The piece critiques dividend postponement and stock manipulation by Gould, arguing the delayed payout serves selling advantages. It notes broad skepticism of joint debate across Massachusetts and Ohio, suggesting Congress will ignore such topics when it convenes.
The NY Democratic committee asks for contributions to the Democratic campaign fund citing the new reform law as increasing costs. The piece questions whether ballot reform, championed by David Bennett for New York, would somehow push campaign expenses up rather than curb them.
The article recalls Deacon 8S. V. Were earning his first dollar cutting cordwood and laments that if he had stayed with that legit method he would not have lost a fortune in trying to corner the corn market.
The Democratic candidate faces criticism over a coat of arms featuring rampant crews, with the New York Press launching sharp partisan attacks. The piece questions whether Republican financiers who engage in similar vanity will receive equal scrutiny.
Yesterday's reports from the reliable news center state there is no revolution in Guatemala and that government troops have been defeated. The public can pay for records and make its choices accordingly.
A Democratic journal says the President’s payment to New York state officials signals that clerks in Ohio and Massachusetts may also be asked to contribute. It argues state officials under fire lack resignation as a virtue and suggests following Livsey’s example to resign.
The piece notes a coming cold wave and killing frosts as a harsh weather tendency possibly softened by local mild conditions. It adds that the British Government has decided not to call Parliament into autumn session this year, avoiding session risks during an anticipated general election.
Mayor Patrick GlLeason of Long Island City challenges Colonel John R. Fellows of New York to a debate on municipal government. The boastful claim suggests Fellows will demand bonds to restrain GlLeason from street punch style tactics before accepting the challenge.
The fragment suggests Blaine stays at home while the President and Cabinet wrestle with the Chilean muddle. It implies political distance or sharpened awareness of ongoing international strain. The text contrasts Blaine's position with the administration's struggle.
The Pennington airship demonstrated flight by vanishing in a wind storm off St Louis. Report notes a $20,000 reduction in attendants and emphasizes the reduced cost of the venture from a planned $720 million capital.
Amid tensions a critic urges restraint and asks that Chileans avoid surrounding the South American squadron of the United States Navy with police, framing the issue as forgivable if such a cordon is not imposed.
Renewed intimations suggest the nation may pay a historic 29 million overcharged datices on hat trimmings. The issue, described as masculine interference in millinery matters, has long been a source of dispute and potential loss.
A collection of disjointed, opinionated lines on commerce boats politics and society. It references figures like Boulanger Gould McKinley Campbell and events such as electrocution debates, with scattered moral and social aphorisms about wealth love and home.
The article notes a price spike and scarce coal tar as major houses in New York Philadelphia Boston Chicago and other cities formed a trust to raise prices. A New York firm importing English tar broke the cartel by exploiting the free list under McKinley Tariff, lowering roofing paper and other products. Prices slowly rebound as a larger national combination is anticipated by January 1, 11.
A local tar products dealer warns that gas houses cut tar output as electricity expands and dye makers shift to coal tar. Demand for roofing papers grows while coal tar supplies decline, raising costs. Sewickley sidewalks face shortages and a Dixmont gas works sells three months ahead.
A woman in a frenzy argued with a downtown barber about her boy’s hair cut charge. The barber stood by 35 cents with a 3 cent overtime claim, prompting accusations of robbery and a scolding on price awareness for shoppers.
Thomas Arkwright of New York and Dua luth says Pittsburgh needs a large modern hotel to host conventions and travelers during the Chicago exposition. Real estate men discuss plans for a Speer property hotel funded by Pittsburgh capital, delayed by a heated term and investor absence.
An Allegheny cyclist enjoyed favorable October weather and smooth roads on a Perrysville ride until a rabbit leaped into the path. He sped past but collided with a polecat after the animal dodged and the rider fell, leaving youth in Allegheny to joke about the mishap.
Adjutant General McClelland announces new commissions for the Fourteenth and Sixteenth Regiments. Promotions include First Lieutenant McLain to Quartermaster, Morton named Lieutenant Colonel, Fox resigns as Major, Rickards to Major, Schiede to Major, Meyweeney to Captain, Hall to Major, and multiple promotions and resignations within the Sixth Regiment with a series of officers moving up from First Lieutenant to Captain and related changes across Companies A B E and I.
Chicago Inter Ocean reports from Senor Leon in Pueblo that Mexico is prosperous with 27 states and two territories. He cites rising railroad expansion, strong crops, and popular President Diaz, noting U S residents enjoy favorable relations and public celebrations such as July Fourth in Mexico City.
The Forum argues that the Queen’s civilist of £555,000 does not cover royal costs. Palaces, lodgings for relatives, royal yachts, and other items drive expenses. Incomes to princes and princesses, Duchy of Cornwall, and relatives are listed, with figures such as £60,000 for Cornwall, £50,000 to the Prince of Wales, and £10,000 to the Princess of Wales, plus fortunes for younger sons and daughters and a German Empress.
Ex Prestpost Grevy of France died worth 20 million francs. Sir Henry Parkes praised women like Florence Nightingale in New South Wales. Michae. David left Chicago for Ireland and will miss the Irish National League Convention. Alexander Sullivan also won’t attend. Prince Bismarck’s health is excellent. he rode over his estate for hours. The King of Wartembere is recovering. Baron Mason Jackson remains a royal favorite. Envoys Hesky Woop and Dredge left Chicago for Washington. German Commissioner Wermuth and Danish Commissioner Dr Meyer head to Washington. Envoys sail from New York to Liverpool on October 7. Henry Bacon visited Paris. will marry Miss Louisa Lee Andrews. The young King of Spain bids farewell to nurse Maximian Palazuela, who will receive a pension. her husband gets money too.
In the St Louis Globe-Democrat the contention is that the public will not accept a 7 cent dollar in place of a recent dollar, making free silver coinage a decisive political issue and likely to lead to defeat for the Dermocritice party.
James Rattigan, longtime Pittsburg newspaper writer and Washington correspondent nicknamed the Capital Guide, died at his brother in law Col W. Dick’s home in Pittsburg after a long illness. He was 63 and left a wife and daughter. Funeral to be held at W. J. Dick’s residence tomorrow afternoon.
Thomas A. McFarland, a prominent Meadville citizen, died yesterday afternoon at age noted in local reports. He was deeply involved in city business, served as secretary of the Becavse atbert Hall Company, and was father to Thomas Jr and Jesse McFarland.
Exposition parties and bonnets dominate social notes with trends for evening bonnets in long toque shapes and black velvet brims. Jewel passementerie crowns glow under light while middle aged ladies favor a horseshoe shape with gold bullion and lace. Winter hats go all black with ostrich plumage and jet piassementerie. Fur edges and colored dashes appear in dark browns. Sunday lectures at Calvary Church outline Puritan topics, and Mozart Club rooms on Fourth Avenue near Wood are near completion for a planned social and musical opening.
A run of social and ceremonial happenings includes Mownar reception and contribution day at Allegheny Dorcas Day Nursery, Agnes Hamilton hosting Carmen's Orexixa Day in Cyclorama Hall, and Tur Minerva Club planning its third annual reception at Masonic Hall. A Fifth Avenue U P Church social by King's Daughters occurred. Shakespeare evening by Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor is scheduled for next Wednesday at Second United Presbyterian. Mrs Lewis Haney of McKeesport announces the marriage of Viola Haney to John Lincoln Getty on October 4 at First Baptist McKeesport with a reception at 0 Market street.
Auditor General McCumant and State Treasurer Boyer testified on how on January 1 1991 they diverted 25000 from the sinking fund for a Bardsley payment and diverted 425000 from treasury on school warrants. They allegedly refused to force prompt settlements and enabled Bardsley to steal funds while aiming to reduce treasury balances to avert sinking fund use.
A report on Kansas farm mortgages counters claims of widespread doom in farm debt. It shows ten year real estate indebtedness of 182 million dollars with only about 21 percent on farms, most debt tied to purchase and improvements, and a small share for business use.
The Cleveland Leader notes the McKinley tariff will add 140 jobs at a local wool establishment while opening dozens of mills nationwide that were previously unprofitable. Free traders allegedly hinder woolen manufacturing growth. Lincoln story preview discusses McClure’s claim on General Scott’s incapacity.
A reader letter quotes Pittsburg Almanac entries showing multiple glass works in the early town, including white and green glass factories by Rolinsen Farrell and Beltzhoover Wendt firms. The notes describe related trades, button making, a cotton manufacturer, violin maker, and boot and shoe crafts, with output values cited.
In October 1 letter from Isquitren, Rrxrrew asks if silver was demonetized in 1873 by foreign bondholders and cites claims about a London fund and Ernst Lord. The writer requests assessment of Hlankers' Magazine claims and whether Congress acted without debate.
W T Carterton of Pirtasena writes to the Father of The Dispaters praising a short article on lithographs for theater advertising. He argues large sums are squandered on posse passes and dead head tickets, draining theater box offices and urging newspaper advertising as a wiser use of funds.
A letter to Miss O'Reilly urges improving worker housing near large employers. It warns crowded tenements foster vice and degenerate youth, calling for immediate attention to provide decent homes and life necessities for wage earners. Dated October 1 in Sewickiey.
San Francisco Chronicle notes that U S exports to Chile could grow if more Chilean products are imported. beet sugar expansion may boost nitrate demand, aiding Chilean trade, but lack of direct Chile correspondence hinders shipments and skews imports via Great Britain.
John Morgan, moved to a Northeastern Ohio district with Canton HQ after leaving Pittsburg. Walter A. Lyon departed to Clearfield to assist investigations of Cook difficulties. A string of visitors and officials, including H. B. Doty, John Archerst, Howard Evans, and H E Deady, were guests at the Duquesne. McCrea and family returned from a funeral in the East. Thomas J. Nobs of New Orleans visits. Charles Jahn went to Chicago last night.
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A quirky dialogue reads like a stage scene with a mix of nobles, stoking a missionary trip, a railway job interview, and comic exchanges about love and dowries. Characters include Angeline, Upson Downes, Mrs de Wout, and Howene de Bout in a spoof on ambition and manners.
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