Pennsylvania Socialists Seek State Ownership of Key Industries
The Penn sylvania Socialists advocate government takeover of oil and coal fields and state operation to benefit the people. They call for municipal control of street railways and for government ownership of railroads telegraphs and telephones to uproot discrimination, arguing monopolies stem from corporate capital. The piece critiques the logic as weak and warns of the risks of socialism gaining footing amid corporate abuses.
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Pennsylvania
Osis
Hielr
Suppression urged after highway robberies in Lawrenceville
Citizens in Lawrenceville face rising highway robberies as a foreman is knocked down and robbed and an office burglary at a local manufactur er is noted. The piece argues for stronger police protection and funding to secure life and property in densely populated Pittsburg streets.
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Lawrenceville
Pittsbrg
Practical Bi-Metallism Policy and Silver Certificates
The Disrates argue silver should back the currency to avoid depreciation, with proposals to raise a silver dollar to parity with gold or base certificates on bullion value. Treasury notes would be issued from minting silver at market value, redeemable for silver, to create a true intrinsic silver circulation.
Silver dollar plan would tie treasury to silver value
The proposal would issue paper currency backed by silver value and redeemable in silver, with national banks counting such notes as lawful money. It warns that Treasury exposure to silver price movements is risky, and argues for parity between gold and silver, free coinage, and simultaneity of both metals in circulation.
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United States Treasury
United States
Senate Jurisdiction Tightening in Impeachment Probe
The Senate dodges jurisdiction to delay the impeachment inquiry, risking waste of public funds. A prompt declaration of jurisdiction is urged, asserting constitutional power and avoiding post election inaction. The piece notes John Robinson’s past views and emphasizes a prima facie case of official neglect warrants Governor action.
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Senate
John Robinson
Gas Explosion Underlines Gas Safety Lessons in Pittsburgh
A natural gas blast destroyed a Allegheny business house and sparked a fire. The incident highlights the era's danger and the need to avoid striking matches during leaks. No lives were lost, but narrow escapes stress the duty to inspect fittings and ventilate before igniting.
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Allegheny
Pittsburg
Arbitration debate cited by clergymen at Ecumenical Council
The New York Herald argues arbitration has merits but not universal applicability. It cites the Civil War era need to uphold national supremacy and military force, noting arbitration would not apply to a nation’s domestic politics while focusing on intergovernmental disputes and the Alabama claims precedent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Ecumenical Council
New York Herald
South
Alabama
The Promise and Limits of International Arbitration
The passage argues that impartial arbitration could resolve many disputes between nations, reducing war and promoting reason over force. It notes that arbitration cannot resolve all conflicts such as US South disputes or intra-Latin American or colonial tensions, but envisions it as a universal blessing where feasible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
South
Colonies
Great Britain
Balmaceda
Dom Pedro
Army desertion drop praised but discharge by pay debated
The official report notes a decrease in desertions under new rules and schools a discharge by three years of faithful service as beneficial, while discharging early for pay draws critique. Critics argue paying for discharge may privilege wealth over duty and not improve troop quality as effectively as preventing desertion.
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United States Army
Weather prophets warned of panics despite repeated misses
The Citizen notes critics argue that Crrizkx Trats and similar forecasters rely on the weather crank doctrine, predicting catastrophes year after year until a hit occurs. The piece argues for a fresh approach to prophecy.
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Crrizkx Trats
Sugar as a fuel substitute on the Dunedin voyage
The steamer Dunedin diverted sixty tons of sugar to fuel when coal ran short during a storm while returning from Cienfuergos. The sugar reportedly burned well and produced heat comparable to coal, yet its high cost limits its market impact. The episode highlights sail power as a useful reserve when coal fails.
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Dunedin
Cienfuergos
Pennsylvania
Allegheny Valley Railroad works to fill a hole in ground
The Allegheny Valley Railroad aims to fill a sinkhole in its ground while contrastingly the Senate faces a tougher task if it tries to cover a hole in the State Treasury and hide it from public view.
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Allegheny Valley Railroad
Senate
Grave accident befalls Alleghen National Bank cashier F Hutchinson
News of the grave accident to Mr. F Hutchinson cashier of the Alleghen National Bank while in Colorado on a health tour will cause deep regret among his business and social acquaintances. His career reflects the rise from humble beginnings to trusted leadership and responsibility. Hope for his recovery is urged despite dispatch reports suggesting limited prospects.
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Alleghen National Bank
Colorado
Hutchinson
Philadelphia Inquirer Rebates Spark Abolition Debate
The Inquirer cites a 40 percent rebate on official advertising as a “purely a business transaction” by officials, highlighting “business politics” and urging abolition. The remark exposes ongoing concerns about advertisers and public spending in city governance.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Horse thief led force spurs sensational revolution claim
Reporters exaggerate a tale of a horse thief near Piedras Negras heading about 5000 men as proof of a Mexican revolution. The writer notes past horse thieves and outlaws in the region, saying such acts do not signify a genuine upheaval or sweeping political change.
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Mexico
Piedras Negras
Senate faces partisan dodge to delay investigation
The remark says the push to have the Senate define its stance on dodging the probe before the election introduces partisanship the majority of Senators deeply deplore.
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Senate
President Harrison Seeks Photographs For Campaign
The report notes President Harrison is having many photographs taken. The observe that the photos carry political significance is interesting but not vital. The photograph as a campaign document is seen as no more effective than the literary bureau in influencing voters.
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Harrison
Depew Typographical Error Sparks Champagne Oration Jest
A New York newspaper claimed that Channery M. Depew, famed champagne orator, was about to tire the stump. It turns out to be a humorous case of an inspired typographical error rather than a dramatic political shift.
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New York
M. Depew
Political Courtesy Frays Marked by Stump Silence
Frower declines to meet Fassett on the stump and Fassett replies he will not discuss public issues with Grady. Grady saunters statewide with a swagger, convinced his stance remains unshaken. Separatists from the German Socialists push toward secession, elevating the faction as a respectable party with prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frower
Fassett
Grady
Mrs James Brows Potter and Kyrie Bellew Plan South Africa For Stage
The United States expresses cautious optimism about potential permanent employment in the elevator industry on the continent as Potter and Bellew seek opportunities abroad. The remark frames South Africa as a promising field for elevating the stage.
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James Brows Potter
Kyrie Bellew
South Africa
United States
Fragmented Snippets Reflect Street Life and Ironies
A collection of quips on endorsements, gas leaks, streetcars, borrowing trouble, romance, New York society, fate, and social satire. Many lines wink at manners, luck, and the ironies of wealth versus desire, with a touch of Ohio and urban life.
Street and Corridor A Story From Sportsmen
Dr. Schroeder Dr White and a friend returned from a day of hunting in Washington county with 18 gray squirrels bagged. The hunters describe stalking near trees patiently awaiting squirrels who peek out to reconnoitre before the shot.
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Dr. Schroeder
Dr. White
Washington County
Dr. Schroedes
The Washington pests and a hired roach killer
The article portrays roaches infesting White House and Treasury offices in Washington. Jones, a contract killer from Federal Street, is hired to exterminate vermin in government buildings and hotels and restaurants in Pittsburg, with plans to deploy his son to Washington with gear to set up terror among roaches.
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White House
Treasury Department
Washington
Jones
Federal Street Road
Uncle Sam
Pittsburg
Ioeseaw
Squirrels Rule Columbus Capital Grounds Attracting Women Visitors
In Columbus Ohio the capital grounds host many friendly tree squirrels. The older animals are bold and will accept candy and nuts from people. Women often attract groups by whistling, with squirrels gathering for treats and performing playful antics. A ground keeper watches over the colony, protecting them from harm.
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Columbus
Indies
Bearded Fashion Sparks Friday Night Challenge
Ultra fashionable young men in a Fifth Avenue cafe discuss growing beards after a set date. Six Johnnies dine with five wearing pointed beards as a penalty theme, inviting one friend each. A prior gathering two months ago hinted at a wine supper if any beard did not grow as agreed.
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la Boulanger
Fifth Avenue
Drunken man escapes harm after horse collision
A tipsy man collided with a horse on Smithfield street and was thrown to the ground. Though mud covered his clothes and onlookers feared a skull fracture, he escaped injury. An officer quipped that sobriety would have yielded worse harm as the crowd was moved to Central station.
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Smithfield Street
Central Station
Eloquent Feasts and Size Across Famous Eaters
At a city hotel a group discusses appetite across notable men. Grover Cleveland,Evarts, Douglass, Lincoln opponent, and Douglass’s son are referenced. Douglass is praised as a large eater who would order duplications to match his big frame and appetite.
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Grover Cleveland
Evarts
John Borle
Ohio
Stephen A. Douglass
Chicago
Lincoln
Douglass
Boyle
Minos
Talk of the Times and Political Snippets
A collection of editorials and quips on 19th century politics. The World notes Democrats could win New York with independents and fence sitters. Philadelphia Times cites Blaine’s troubling health. Chicago Tribune jibes at Cleveland and party lines. Ohio politics, Simpson, and tin plate evasion bait debates.
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New York
Ump
Cleveland’s wartime stance shapes 1892 midcampaign mood
The New York press notes Mr. Cleveland near the center of hostilities energizing the Democrats as summer 1892 nears. Sherman, McKinley and Foraker are described as sharing meals in a wartime frame while Campbell faces later developments.
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Mr. Cleveland
Arw
York Advertiser
Sherman
McKinley
Foraker
Wittens
New York
World
Campbell Li
Decker Pitcairn Wedding In Shadyside Church
The Shadyside Presbyterian Church hosted the Decker Pitcairn wedding amid heavy rain and grand decor. Miss Sosy Pitcairn and Miss Clemetine Rees led a large bridal party to join Omar Scott Decker as he wed with music by Miss Sallie Killikelly. The reception followed at Cairn Carque with 500 guests. Gov. Pattison and family were absent.
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Shadyside
Bose
Erd
Miss Pitcairn
Amberson
Ellsworth
Pitcairns
East
Pitcairn
Cairn Carque
Misa Sallie Killikelly
Mies Killikelly
Frayer
Soderman
William Tees
Charles E. Orr
Robert Pitchirn
Les Crabbs
John Wheeler
Harry H. Herron
Charlies E. Pope
W. C. Magee
Miss Street
Clemetine Rees
Sosy Pitcairn
Robert Pitcairn
Shapystoe Presbyterian Church
Misa Rees
Scully
Miss Rees
Louise Singer
Misa Lucy Viteairn
Sallie Ward
Elizabeth Tindle
Gertrude
Fannie Smith
Burd Edwards
Clara Aiken
Norman Wooldridge
George Dilworth
Grant McCargo
Thomas Stevenson
David Aiken
Howard Bidwell
Geo Russell
New York
Clarence Sill
Brooklyn
Victor Lee Crabbe
Mr. Scully
Social Chatter Miss Stevens of Grandview Party
Social chatter notes a Grandview resident Miss Stevens planning a party on Friday while Grace B. Russell of New York is noted in connection with the event.
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Miss Stevens
Grandview
World’s Front Bank and Notable Names in a City Scene
A collage of social sketches from Washington and Lee University and broader American figures. Descriptions of Ulysses Grant, Robert E Lee as roommates, explorer Paul Du Chailly’s bachelor stance, debates on modesty, and Frances Willard’s dress line. Notes on Kansas’ Peifer, a judge’s playful restraint of a constituent, Lamar family’s long names, and remarks on Charles Balfour’s gentle literary side. A Washington hotel bartender recalls a Methodist Ecumenical Conference crowd.
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Ulysses
Grant
Robert E. Lee
Washington and Lee University
Lexington
Paul du Chailly
Boston
Frances
Willard
Peifer
Kansas
Sedalia
Peiffer & Co
Culbertson
Texas
Lome
Lamar
Supreme Court
Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar
Levoisier le Grand Lamar
Henrietta Lamar
Miralvena Lamar
Lamars
Tuer
William Henry Smith
House of Commons
Smalley
London
Balfour
Ireland
Oldest postmaster claim questioned in Ithaca note
A letter to The Dispatch from J. G. Noore disputes a claim that W. W. Wallace of Hammondsville is the oldest postmaster. The writer asserts Roswell Beardsly of North Lansing, Tompkins County, N. Y., commissioned under John Quincy Adams in 1234, has held continuous service longer. He cites W. G. Rhodes of Groton, N. Y., who was told by the First Assistant Postmaster General that Beardsly antedates all others by years.
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Indian Association of
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Pitteburzers
Hutchins
The
Dispatch
Ith
W. W. Wallace
Hammondsville
United States
Roswell Beardsly
North Lansing
Beardsly
John Quincy Adams
W. G. Rhodes
Groton
N. Y
Roswell Beardsiv
Tompkins County
J. G. Noore
Porsxsvrawner
Pittsburgers at New York hotels list Oct 20
Pittsburgers visiting New York reported staying at G. P. Byteman Gilsey J. N. Bina Metropolis W. H. Devore Earle's Hotel Misses Graham Albemarle G. V. Marshall Westminster W. Mullins Grand Hotel Mrs. P. Oxnard and Misses Oxnard A. G. Stenitzer Grand Central J. W. Seaver St. Denis Motel A. Taggart Grand Union A. M. Covill J. Dewey West Westminster J. B. Loeffler Metropolitan T. H. McCruden E. B. Vaill Metropolis Hotel.
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New York
St. Denis
A. Taggart
Grand Union
A. M. Covill
Gilsey House
J. FP. Dewey
Westminster
J. B. Loeffler
Metropolitan
T. H. McCruden
E. B. Vaill
Metropolitan Hotel
Max O'Rell on American women in new book excerpt
In a new volume, Max O'Rell praises American women, claiming their conversation brilliance and animated features set them apart, noting a lack of affectation in manners and contrasting them with other women he has known.
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Max O'Rell
Deaths in New Orleans and Washington Obituaries
Major John Calvin Potts died at the Lafayette Presbyterian Church manse in New Orleans after a long career as a lawyer planter and Confederate officer. Return Jonathan Meigs, long-time Supreme Court clerk in Washington, also died, tracing a lineage back to Revolutionary War figures. Obituary notes mention Dos Ferxanpo itezmax former Nicaragua president, Signor Scafate famed singing master, and local figures including W. Va sheriff.
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John Calvin Potts
Markham
Lafayette Presbyterian Church
New Orleana
Philadelphia
Natehex
Miss
Hebert J. Walker
Polk
Major Potts
Misalsippi
Louisiana
Jess
Jonathan Meigs
Supreme Court of
District of Columbia
Ama
Washington
Lincoln
Meigs
Charles Sommer
Senate
Jonathan
Connecticut
Ohio
Dos Ferxaxpo Itezmax
Nicaragua
Manasquan
Signom Scafate
Deverkes
Frank Novara
Madam Grossi
Naples
Yourri Lease
Sherif
Clay County
W. Va
Curious Condensations From a Century’s Curiosities
A broad survey of oddities and brief notes covers Indians in Idaho enlistment, Salton Lake’s possible expansion, France’s engines, and global steam totals. It reports bathhouse crowds in Boston, a longer Hartford capitol in summer, Great Lakes dam plans, Oregon pea growth, literacy gaps among Indians, a fast Mississippi, ostrich telegraph in Mashonaland, and a touring elk herd in Oregon. It also notes bullfights in Venezuela, Pompeii discoveries, Costa Rica land grants, Isabella Santo Domingo’s first bell, Honduras mahogany value, remaining British convicts, synagogue history, a honey bee model, Desecheo rats, a Vermont confession, South dialects on dip, coin alloys, Smyrna fires, oyster eye inflammation, and Lt. Verges’s India trek with cross-cultural anecdotes, plus royal captives and shipwreck updates.
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Great Lakes
Niagara River
Falls
Oregon
Mississippi
Dubuque
South Africa
Mashonaland
Venezuela
Pompeii
Costa Rica
Republic
America
Isabella Santo Domingo
Honduras
Australia
Thearith Israel
New York
Habrewa
Biological Department
the Anversity of Pennsylvania
Paris
Desecheo
Porto Rico
Humorous Fragments of Victorian Letters and Gags
A collage of quips and scraps from various period sources. It includes cartoonish exchanges about missionaries and cannibals, autumnal imagery, domestic scenes of discipline, shots about hunting and gunwork, parlour humor about manners, and a young clerk misunderstanding Pope. Strong entities include Missionary Society references, Upson Downes, Puck, and Harper's Bazaar.
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Rove Ber
Smithfield and
Diamond Streets
7S and
Diamond Street
New Dispatch Building
TAF
Arenferno
TNT
France
DALY
Fittsburg
Pennsylvania Socialisnh
Disrates
Treasury
Windom
Scarfers
Gates of Paradise
Don Cameron
le Picious
Brice
Barry
Tar World
Sportsmen
Alleghenia's
Ohio Capital
Talk OF the Times
Blaine
Philadelphia Times
Oatken
Maine
Jerry Simpson
John Sherman
Simpson
Caicago Inter Geean
Simpann
Papa Cleveland
Bachelor Hill
Ruth
Ohin State Journal
Woman's Christian Temperance Alliance
Sandusky Street Baptist Church
I. F. Woodburn
Cora Reese
May Munroe
Ellens Watson
Hughes
G. W. McDonald
Critchfeld
Pittsborg
Scully-Rees
Thomas Ashrooed
Mt. Washington
Academy of Arts and Sciences
Aclos
Encire
East End
Harry McCamill
Reiter Street
Washington, D. C
George Breed
Clara Meade
Richard W. Meade
U.S.N
Mr. Breed
Henry B. Breed
City
Grerce B. Russint
York State
John C. Adams
Pittsburgers
Metropolis
Gnonve Kinkhead
Idaho
Salton Lake
Hartford, Conn
Capitol Building
Vermont
Smyrna
Verges
India
Bengal
Malietoa
Samoa
Gilbert Islands
Comoro Islands
Obock
Wyer G. Sargent
Sedgwick
Howland
Canton
New Bedford
Flores
Missionary Society
Y. Herald
Rowne de Bout
Upson Downes
Puck
Muludagion Sige
Mr. West
Aew York Press
Pope
Ma'an
Harper’s Bazar
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