07 Oct 1889
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1889
Page
1
Count Thomas Edison returns from Europe and recalls the Paris Exposition focusing on machinery and art. He praises American achievements but ranks French modern painters above old masters, notes impressive banquet halls and electric lighting, and hints at a possible telephone based image transfer invention.
Washington dispatch reports John Trimble says the Patrons of Husbandry have grown to 26 000 granges and own properties in Washington State. Grangers criticize the current administration for ignoring farmer rights and advocate political engagement to back favorable legislation.
The interview discusses expectations for the 1892 New York Exposition, critiquing Paris machinery display and suggesting live demonstrations. Edison notes two leaders funded the Paris Exposition via lottery and praises executive talent while calling for practical, cashable innovations. He debunks rumors of a title as an Italian count. He recalls sea travel and an amusing phonograph gift to royalty.
W L Scott outlines terms to reopen the Scott Valley mine with 821 cents per ton, two men per room, 30 inches of brushing, coal at cost above ground, and cheaper tool sharpening. Miners resist though some foresee winter holds if forced by state power. Higher price proposal improves on last month 714 cents. brushing length differs as main dispute.
Mrs I Gibeson of Augusta Georgia woke her husband with a dream predicting her father Dave Epstein’s sudden death. A telegram from Knoxville Tennessee confirmed the morning tragedy occurred there.
In Capiz on October 6 a group attacked the residence of James West, forcing his wife and children into the street. They looted and destroyed belongings before fleeing, leaving damage and fear in the community.
In Martinsville Indiana James Morgan advertised for a wife paying $5,000. The Dispatch learns his real name is Morgan Johnson of Lake Valley and he has married Miss Hattie Wilson aged 47, while Johnson is 82. The press judge officiated during circuit court.
New York reports the Pensacola could sail tomorrow but instrument readiness delays pushed the expedition to Thursday then Saturday. Prof. David P. Todd, in charge, returns to Washington to ship instruments. The equatorial mounting for cameras required longer construction than expected.
Captain D P Slattery president of the Merchants Elevator Company was found unconscious after a brutal beating in early Sunday hours. Diamonds and a gold watch were missing. Several arrests followed, including Edward Klosterman and John Hickey, with Hunt alleged as the principal attacker. Witnesses describe a tense scene near Jefferson and Cass avenues as investigators pursue the case.
Advices from Kansas indicate early opposition to United States Senator Ingalls for 1891. He has angered influential Republicans by patronage, alienated radical Prohibitionists by his stance on prohibition, and opposed municipal suffrage, drawing support away from his candidacy. George R. Peck, railway solicitor, is noted as a potential rival but agricultural opposition to elevating a railroad official to public office remains a hurdle.
CORRY October 6 Two burglars once again captured after a struggle on the New York limited express. One refuses to give his name or crew, carrying money jewelry and burglars tools. Both had been breaking into Meadville houses and securing plunder, high noted crooks.
Coroner Booth rules in the Haselton wreck finding Conductor Millner and Brakeman John Fitzgerald in the caboose. Fitzgerald died, with the verdict stating their wakefulness could have averted the accident.
A joint committee of locomotive engineers and firemen from the Brotherhood of Engineers and Firemen Knights of Labor Switchmen's Mutual Aid Association and Brotherhood of Railway Brakemen sign an agreement. Articles call for a Union Pacific Federation Board with three members from each organization and submission to the Denver meeting on October 16.
A fire at 2:40 am destroyed EB E Lott's two story restaurant on First street in Winona Mississippi. Nine men slept on the upper floor. five escaped. Four perished: J Thone, J L La, plus two unnamed Webster county merchants. Injured escaped by leaping to the brick sidewalk. Debris cleared, bodies shipped to relatives. death believed from suffocation.
Washington observers note Congress likely to fund 1892 exposition in Washington and favor buying a city block between Pennsylvania Avenue and the Mall for a permanent exhibition. Proponents see it as a boost to the capital with post exposition use including a post office Supreme Court building and public records facilities, with estimated condemnation costs around 3 million dollars.
In New York on October 6 authorities report Sing Lang, owner of a Fifth Street laundry and Johnstown flood survivor, was bound and robbed by three Chinese men at 17 Mott Street after a tea gathering. They stole $130 from the till and jewelry including a ring and brooch. Police later captured suspects Lee Ling, Lee Ging, and Lee Hi. Lee Ging dropped the stolen items, Lee Hi resisted and hid a dagger.
A report states Dan Carroll, an important Cronin case witness, escaped from Cottage Grove avenue police station on Thursday. It is alleged Coughlin and Sullivan visited a nearby farmhouse on May 9 and discussed their link to the murder with the farmer, with Carroll to testify as a hired man there.
A severe cyclone struck Sardinia on October 6 causing widespread destruction. About 100 people were buried in collapsed buildings, 30 killed, and 240 houses destroyed across the province. Cagliari endured heavy damage and casualties.
An American solar eclipse expedition led by Prof. David P. Todd of Amherst College sails from New York on the Pensacola toward West Africa. Harvey Brown of Pittsburgh joins as substitute for a clergyman. The party plans scientific observations in the Congo region and will use portable wooden houses to endure the harsh, fever‑ridden interior.
Reports describe second trial balloting in Paris districts with Republicans gaining strength nationwide. Paris results show Boulangists behind Massard and Jacquet as electors cast ballots amid crowded streets and calm overall. Early returns indicate 108 Republicans and 45 anti Republicans across 153 districts, with unsettled counts continuing.
Thomas White a Camden Sunday school boy robbed his employer of 200 dollars to woo Alice St Clair linked with a ten cent circus. He was at the Central police station facing possible prosecution as friends work to plead for mercy. St Clair 19, described as pretty, had performed with the circus in Camden.
Coroner Messemer announced an autopsy on Julia OConnor who died at New York Hospital from injuries believed received in a street fight on July 17. He found wounds to the spine and lungs. Five warrants were issued for the arrest of the girls accused by OConnor of felonious assault. they are to be brought before the coroner tomorrow.
A severe gale on Lake Ontario forces several steamers to retreat from Charlotte and many vessels seek shelter in Rochester harbor. Masters complain the Charlotte harbor light cannot be seen amid the storm, raising fears of unknown damage from the weather.
Jay Gould arrives with Edwin and Helen Gould plus companions on a Wabash train from Toledo. They stay at the Southern Hotel in St Louis until Tuesday then proceed to Denver for a social tour on the Denver and Rio Grande line led by Dr Munn and General Manager Tuusay.
Mount Vernon Illinois is the start as D J Mackey president of the Mackey railroad system begins a trek on foot to cover the 400 mile network. He aims to prove the feasibility and public value of walking the system, starting October 5.
Maprip October 6 reports the government yesterday granted a reprieve to a murderer condemned to die at 6 o'clock. Delays in paper transmission meant the sentence of death had been carried out before the reprieve arrived.
The article reports that artists have remained unpaid for three weeks amid tensions in the commune. Arrow and Getoher are named in the telegrams as involved parties in the dispute with Morrissey fees.
Senators and Representatives arrive as race question looms large in Congress debate. Maine’s Milliken and Seth L. Maine discuss rights and laws, warning against anarchy and noting monopolies fostered by steam. Southern Republicans weigh caucus strategy amid uncertain support for ship position.
A column describes Indian wheat processing practices involving river mud and water washing. It notes grains from Bombay areas and contrasts Western and Eastern methods. The piece reflects dated stereotypes while detailing how mud is removed during pre milling steps.
John Stevenson William McCluskey and Arthur Kinslow were removed from the county jail to the Reform Farm at Huntington yesterday and have been convicted of larceny at various times during this term of the Criminal Court.
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