Blaine Letter Highlights Reciprocity Policy Support
The New York Hroning Pont argues Blaine’s letter to John Hopley defends and clarifies the reciprocity aim within the McKinley tariff. It praises Blaine for shaping policy, expanding foreign commerce, and boosting domestic industries while signaling his continued political prominence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Pont
Mr. Blaine
John Hopley
McKinley
Blaine
McKintex
James Vs. Blaine
James G. Blaine
Rhine
Controller Morrow Urges City to Buy Lighting Plant
The article urges the city to purchase its own lighting plant to save costs. It notes expected high annual testing expenses and argues a city plant could meet all demands while paying for itself. It calls on bids from electrical manufacturers and asks the Controller and Mayor to bring the issue to the next council meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrow
Corporate morality under scrutiny by Wall Street figures
The piece attacks John Hoey and associates for immoral corporate management. It cites trustees' limits on profiteering, calls for restitution, and suggests major fortunes arise from such methods. It hints Colonel Eliot P. Shepard may pursue reform, with references to Vanderbilt and Gould names and past deals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Harland Empries
John Hoey
Liedav
Wall Street
Cooperation
Vanderbilt Orgen
Eliot P. Shepard
Shepard
Gould
Kansas Pacific
Union Pacific
Mail and Express critique of inside contracting and corporate dealings
The piece condemns inside construction contracts and selling out corporations to favor other firms. It cites a railroad project bid of 20 million versus 6.5 million by an outside contractor and notes Colonel Shepard will push Vanderbilts to ensure restitution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
Mail
Express
Colonel Shepard
Inquirer Critique of State Fund Scandal Tactics
The Philadelphia Inquirer’s stance on the Treasury probe condemns using State funds for national political purposes. It argues political bargains taint both parties, urges prompt investigation, and calls for removal of officials involved in fiduciary misconduct to protect Republican integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Quay
Treasury
Pattison
Inquirer
National Republican
Pennsylvania
The
Iaquirer
Bardsley
Legislative Investigating Committee
New York Views on Subsidiary Lake Trade Impact
The New York Advertiser argues that blocking Sault Ste Marie disrupts vast commerce, likening it to closing the Hudson or Mersey. It explains that Great Lakes traffic is subsidiary yet essential, noting severed routes would halt Lake Superior ore shipments and inland coal movements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Sault Ste Marie
Hudson
Mersey
Great Lakes
Trafic
Great Northwest
Sea Board
Northwest
Hudson River
Delaware
Chesapeake
Connff
Glasgow
London
Lake Superior
Suez Canal
Straits of Gibraltar
Endorsements for Judges Highlight Pennsylvania Elections
Judges in Pennsylvania gain cross party support for fitness. Judge Simonton of Dauphin County, whose district handles a large share of state cases, is endorsed by leading citizens of both parties, with Dauphin voters expected to back him broadly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Allegheny County
Simonton
Dauphin County
Hifis
Dauphin
Philadelphia Committee secures continuance for government experts
The Committee of Fifty in Philadelphia obtains continuances for government experts involved in the exsiting Rerstone Bank hike case. Expenses are to be paid, with ongoing scrutiny of actions and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Committee of Fifty
Philadelphia
Axreek
Tir Pees
Government clerks under scrutiny amid delays and protests
The text criticizes delays by Washington clerks and dismisses experts for failing to report weekly to Secretary Foster. It notes cartoons mocking clerical tardiness while highlighting a harsher view of requisitions. It also reports September breadstuffs exports totaling thirty one million dollars, up from seven million, signaling improved trade opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teres
Feas
Foster
United States
Chicago Librarians Ordered to Disinfect Books
Chicago regulation requires public librarians to disinfect incoming books to prevent contagion. The measure targets works from the Zola and Saltus schools, aiming for effective disinfection through a thorough treatment of the volumes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Zola
Saltus
Imported stallion fetches one hundred thousand dollars
An imported thoroughbred stallion sells for one hundred thousand dollars, highlighting profits in the racehorse business marketed to the public seeking gambling entertainment.
Prayers, Roumania, and a Sunday Scandal
An English statistician notes 50000 official prayers are offered annually for the Prince of Wales, while a proposed prayer test appears ongoing. Roumania issues a warning to Russia over boundary threats. Mrs. Kendall grows more handsome in New York, defying gossip of health. A Pittsburg Sunday paper workers prosecution is denied as imagined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince of Wales
New York
Country
Pittsburg
Juper Mircre Rules Juries Only Hear Facts in Pa
The Supreme Court justice sharply limits juries to facts, not law, in Pennsylvania. A feud between Parnell and anti-Parnell factions has escalated to destroying each other’s instruments in an attempt at harmony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mircre
Supreme Court
Pennsylvania
Parnell
Partisan Critique and Market Notes From The Era
The piece laments partisanship in Connecticut and contrasts it with West Virginia, notes an English estate sale dropping from £20000 to £13000, and comments on England’s agricultural mood affecting free trade. Clarkson touts Republican candidates while warning of misdirected ambition. Texas rains delay weather plans, and Braddock wage cuts are tied to steel rail tariff relief. Ballfour urged to unite Irish opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
United States
Snap Shots In Season From a Telegraph Page
Snippets note push and pull in season topics from farmers mail delivery to Blue Law fears. Witty quips cover weather, Thanksgiving, football jargon, and social commentary with dated slang and regional references. The column blends humor with current events and public sentiment.
Pittsburg Fashions Debut by Philadelphia Tailor
Street and Corridor notes Pittsburg shoppers at the Duquesne where J Almor Deittrich of Philadelphia declares local men favor solid black gray or blue fabrics for business wear while younger buyers seek bright colors. He says smoke and dust deter lighter goods but demand remains high for wool and luxury novelties from London New York and Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
J. Almor Deittrich
Philadelphia
Duquesne
London
New York
Youth in Early Summer Moves Through Smithfield Street
A youth of growing fame strolls along Smithfield Street past a deserted post office. His appearance shows signs of wear from a lively season including seaside, tennis, and social life. His suit is worn, beard longer, and shirt faded as he wanders aimlessly toward Sixth Avenue, ending with his last pair of sunset shoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smithfield Street
Sixth Avenue
Per
Banker's Script Pact During War Sparked Family Debt Tale
Joseph Horne Jr recalls John Harper of the Bank of Pittsburg during the war when gold priced 40 percent above par. Two notes totaling about 3000 were due. the bank demanded gold. Family bought 100 worth of bank script to pay the notes, angering the banker who never forgave and only spoke ten years later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Horne, Jr
John Harper
Bank of Pittsburg
Bank of Pittburg
Dolla
Bin
Exposition Attendance and Advertising Critique by George Hanson
A New Yorker at the Duquesne discusses the Exposition's softer season noting fewer rail travelers and weaker advertising in country districts. He argues Pittsburg needs more promotional variety and a social display beyond mere mills and machinery to attract broader interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hanson
the Duquesne
Manor Corporation
Pittsburg
Pity over oil waste at McDonald field critics say
A. H. Logan laments waste at McDonald oil field as crowds seek locations. He notes Finneran and Dowling losing barrels per hour due to insufficient tankage and inability to shut off the oil. He reports a stream of oil flowing from the field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDonald
Logan
Finneran & Dowling
The Cherokee Strip land price debate in Oklahoma
The New York Times reports Governor Steele argues for 47 cents an acre as a price to buy Cherokee lands for Indian use, while current government offers rise to 24 dollars per acre. The piece notes growth in land value since past acquisitions and questions fairness of condemnation standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steele
Oklahoma
Interior Department
Cherokee Strip
Political cartoons and snippets from a past election clash
A collection of political quips and notices lampooning Republicans and Mugwumps. References include Grover Cleveland, Tom Reed, Blaine, and McKinley era figures with satirical lines on party loyalties and reform debates. Reader sees editorial asides from multiple papers.
Reader letter challenges Democratic claims about Findlay status
A reader from East Livermron Ohio questions a Dispatch reversal of Findlay as a Democratic stronghold. The letter disputes Frank Miller’s note on McKinley magnetism and cites Foster’s election margin to argue against the portrayal of Findlay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Miller
Findlay
Foster
Miller
Major McKinley
Ohio
East Livserroon
P Gorman Club Denies Name Change To Samuel J Tilden
Turon F J Keauxe president of the club denies the P Gorman Democratic Club altered its name to Samuel J Tilden Democratic Club to suit Governor Pattison A morning paper reported the change and supporters in Western Pennsylvania would be offended He says the group acted for none of its members interests or individuals and asks for denial Pirrseces Oct 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Dispatch
P. Gorman Democratic Club
Samuel J. Tilden
People Moving Through City Hear Latest Political Buzz
W L Sproull reports Ohio voters are undecided as campaigns run strong. United States Consul William Monaghan notes Canadian annexation sentiment rising and recalls Ed Kean's death. McKinley ally Linn Hartranft travels to Ohio to prepare speeches while James Kearn disputes Tilden's grip on Granger vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Sproull
Chicago and Alton Road
Cambria Iron Eeeares
Philadelphia
Columbus
William Monaghan
United States
Hamilton
Ont
Anderson
Tie
Ohio
Republican State Committee
Monaghan
Canada
Kean
P. H. Morrissey
Brotherhood of
Galesburg
St. Charles
Morrissey
Brotherhood of Conductors
Congruous Idiosyncrasies in Mixed Gossip Column
A collection of quirky notes mocks public figures and society figures. Names include Whittier Hine and Sir John Gladstone of Fasque with playful asides on politics and progress. The item mentions Princess Albrecht, Bertram Epwanps, and cycling enthusiasm.
Deaths of notable clergy and public figures noted
Rev. George Diehl D D longtime Lutheran leader dies at home in Frederick City Maryland aged about 70. Daniel B Shelley celebrated tenor and vocal teacher dies in Bay City Michigan aged 71. Louis Young Southside officer and resident of Neulah Street dies after illness at 73. Joux Shomtec Southern Indiana’s oldest man dies at Seymour aged 100. Gustavus Stes NY letter critic dies from spider bite. W W Hoverox Talladega preacher dies after illness. Carrarus MAgres Klates West figure dies in Evansville at 93.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Mehl
Lutheran Church
Thoraday
Frederick City
Ilewee
Greenvastle
Ool
Pennsylvania University
Winchester
Lutheran Synod of Virginia
Juby
iSit
Evangelical Lutheran Church of
Frederick
Synod of
Maryland
General Synod
Charleston
Dayton
Jebi
Pennsylvania College
Dichberkine
St. James
Marie Diehl
Daniel B. Shelley
Bay City
Mich
New York
Rome
N.Y
Aok
Edeant H. Shellex
National Wand
Rowe
Joux Shomtec
Indiana
Seymour
Elso
Grongy Jackson
Matoe Central Haibroat
Eastern Railroad
Portland
Gustaves Stes
W. W. Hoverox
Talladega
Als
Second Presbyterian Church
Monteem Vestanung
Amd
Carraus Magres Klates
West
Arie
Evanerilie
Saomaliig
Liie
Farrueut
G. A
Charity and Society. Hospital Fair committees listed
The South Side Hospital Fair plans are close to complete with a full committee list. Readers in Pittsburg will recognize many names among the volunteers for various booths and events including fan work, baskets, lemonade, candy, country store, glass stand, dolls, flowers, and more. The wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart M. Johnston is noted with thanks to friends, and Marguerite Katie Barbour of Hazelwood is announced as a bride-to-be, connected to the Barbour and Howard families of Virginia and Richmond audience circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Side Hospital Fair
Tre Piivatce
Pittsburg
Mre. Sweeny
Coleman
Beech
Winkel
Cornelia Pate
Basket
B.A. Elliot
Margaret Me Lat
Mrewster
John Gray
Iveervam
E. Scott
RM. Jones
E. Anderson
Keller
Adams
T.O Conner
McCutcheon
Bella Dalzell
Caroline Kaufman
Doric
Lemonate
F. K. Farrand
M. J. Roberts
Ruth Donnelly
Ella Sheets
J. M. Lane
Gibbs
H. Schau
Koch
M.A. Stewart
Candy
George B. Hil
Sharpe
Patterson
Ark
Horner
McCombs
Jennie Sellers
Miss Hi
Mies Loo Sellers
Washington Tatie
Mirs
Harper
Higby
Sailer
Smith
Sawhill
Kirk
Halpin
Sirs. Dutt
Mise
Maggie Davis
Ht. Hays
Nettle Taylor
David M. Jones
Glass
Schneider
Mire
Jarrett
Harmony
Frank
Wiliams
Aldred
Chesley
Booth
Frost
Mr. Jones
Netter
Spandau
Kurtz
Moore
C. &Imsen
George Sharpe
HH. W. Landle
Mre. Schmidt
Comtesse
Doll Bouth
Misses McMillin
Burd Edwards
Florence Rees Aiken
Sue Maple
Caldwell
Lena Wet
Filer
Miller
Gal- Bee Moille Mellarey
Sadie Gribben
Spandan
Stewart M. Johnston
Howe Street
East End
Johnston
Hoge
van Welle
Connellsville
Nathaniel Br, Hogg
Allegheny
Hazelwood
Mozart Club
Notable Social and Club Notes From Allegheny Scene
Feige W. Jackman visits New ark. A severe rheumatism attack confines Ben N. McLain at home. Mrs A E W Painten issues invitation for a 12 o clock luncheon on Wednesday. A party will accompany the Allegheny Athletic Association to Cleveland Saturday. James E. B. Neale wedding festivities to a young Erie girl draw Pittsburgh visitors. Miss Parlon to lecture at Linden alal house and praised for kitchen performance. Engagements, honeymoons, travel, and society events color the Allegheny social week with a brisk mix of guests and gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feige
W. Jackman
Newark
Ben N. McLain
A. E. W. Painten
Allegheny Athletic Association
Cleveland
Turk Warriage
James E. B. Neale
Erie
Pittsburg
Miss Parlon
Linden Olal House
Axap
Ben
W. J. Hasvexn, Sr
Melievue
Europe
Stebert Bainmond
New York
Kenmawr
Cresson Springs
Olive Jones
Miss Jones
Axp
Enwee Davin Mitran
Millar
Nellie Abel
East End
Allegheny
Kegis
Krebs
Lafaytte Hall
Exposition Hall
Pittsburgers Registered at New York Hotels
A list of Pittsburg residents staying at various New York hotels includes Th. Ballewell at Grand, FE. M. Balz at Hoffman House, C. L. Berger at Westminster with wife, J. I. Garner at Gi House, G. S. Graham at Albemarle, J. Heinx at Cosmopolitan, and others such as Nimick at Sturtevant, Phillips at Gilsey, Bear at Brunswick, Tibby at Astor, and Wise at Sturtevant House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Mass Democrats Split Over Free Coinage Speaker Bid
The Chicago Inter-Ocean notes that four of seven Massachusetts Democratic congressmen have announced they will refuse to vote for a free coinage candidate for Speaker if no easing of the issue is granted. The piece cites regional factions and hints at broader party tensions unfolding in Mills Texas Ohio and mentions a sentimental remark about a father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Inter-Ocean
Massachusetts
Mills
Texas
Ohio
Dad
Bridgeport
Scotland
Mexico
Sunday Points Of View And Witty Quips Across Papers
A compilation of satirical lines from major papers notes tongue in cheek remarks on topics from wartime logistics to public statues. It references Los Angeles Herald Tennessee tanks Philadelphia Penn statue Chicago Times and other papers with quips about trains revolutions and late night musings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles Herald
Tennessee
Kansas City Times
Weashtington Star
William Penn
Philadelpha City Hall
Philadelphia
Penn
Chicago Times
United States
Central America
Spokane
New York
Tim
Wirsington Post
Sir Cleveland
Chicago
Curious Condensations From a Dated Newspaper Column
A mosaic of brief notes covers science, travel, culture and industry. Topics include Russians using geese, a Beetaloco dam in South Australia, the lastest fashion in coon cats, and new library arches in Washington, with scattered curiosities on taxes, cannery oysters, and Dutch colonial water.
Fragments of Humorous Quotes From A Variety Of Papers
A collage of comic lines and misheard phrases from multiple newspapers. Jumbled snippets reference taxes or bills, quips about roosters and skating rinks, a geyser joke in Yellowstone, and playful exchanges about hats and undergarments, with noted misprints and archaic spellings.
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Misubarg Postamice
Smithfield and
Diamond Streets
Diamond Street
New Dispatch
Tire NE
Orrigy
Conren
Dispatch
Darcy
Washington
Washington Post
Ivery
Roumania
Roussia
Russia
Stroy
Bulkeley
Connecticut
West Virginia
Clarkson
Republican Party
San Diego
Braddock
Braddock Works
Ballfour
Pitrssvure
Thkat
Jack Frost
Ecorse
Wars
Salt River
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Charles Dickens
Fabrica
New York Times
Tale OF the Times
Grover Cleveland
Samson Prinding
Heartford Courant
Samson
Hettie
Hoston
Tom Reed
Maine
Heaton Globe
Cear Reed
Hinine
Afr
Philadelphia Inquirer
Mugwamps
Kansas
Mr. Flower
New York World
Linn Hartranft
Overnor
Seventh Avenue Hotel
Mr. Hartrantt
John Kearn
Franklin
Seventh Avenue
Tilden
Thomas
Park Bros. & Co
Oho
A. C. Robertson
Harrisburg
Board of Pardons
Barker
McKeesport
Durance
J. R. McGarey
Beal
Works and Wages
William FH. McCoy
Philadelphia Press
Ge LA. IL
Pearson
Soldiers
John M. Greer
Lew McQuistion
Watler
City
John Allen
Peo H. H. Westinghouse
Fcoan
Henny Grouer
Gladstone
Sir John Gladstone
Fasque
Tom Reep
Jerry Simpson
Tom
Jerry
George Diehl
Louis Young
Southside
Neulah Street
Twenty-fourth Ward
Wrarty
Charity and Society
Pittsburgers
Metropolis
Dad Wee
Farmers’ Alliance
Bers
Curacon
Holland
Ten
Missouri
Zululand
Royal Palace
Berlin
Sperquart
West Indies
Atchison
Woburn
Rere
Fresno County
Cal
Tucson
Ariz
Reid
Kil- Han van Rensselaeer
Albany
Albany Commemorative Society
Cutchee Veesa Oswal
Haid
Mandine Bonder
National Library
Nashville
Eternion Ny
Japan
Royal Botanical Society
George
Smithers
Little Dohney Smithers
Washington Star
Maddox
Gazxam
Hostum Courier Journal
Yellowstone
Hernia
Drs. Wickwire
Poe
Juelge
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