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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1889
Page
4
The Dispatch reports average net circulation for the Sunday edition over four months ending September 188. The figures compare to prior periods and reflect changes in reader reach for the weekly issue.
A 19th century notice lists circulation figures for Daily Dispatch and its weekly and carrier editions. It details subscription terms for daily, Sunday, and weekly variants, with prices per week and per year, and states delivery in Pittsburg on Wednesday October 2, 1889.
An editorial questions assurances of electric system safety in Pittsburg. It notes 2000 volt insulated lines could pose fire and bystander risks if a fire or contact occurs and argues for underground high tension wires to protect the public.
The Philadelphia Press notes eleven ships will be named soon and Pittsburg should gain a steel cruiser name in its honor. Locally, the city supplied nuts plates and beams for many new ships and two thirds of Government steel inspectors were from here. Pittsburg urges patience while awaiting a unique, unrivaled vessel that will endure the fiercest storms and rival the old world navies, earning the name Pittsburg.
A New York Democratic organ attacks Vice President Morton over high loan rates charged by Morton Bliss & Co. The piece argues banking profits reflect supply and demand, not morality, and blames speculators and extravagant buyers for driving money out of the country. It calls for punishing those responsible.
The editorial in the Atlanta Constitution praised Gov Hill for declaring I am a Democrat. The piece argues the South greets him regardless of his stance on honesty or corruption, showing partisan loyalties trump perceived integrity in Southern politics.
A Sydney butcher was fined after kissing a customer who handed him a parcel of mutton chops. The incident follows a long history of male restraint and universal flirtation in society, with Pittsburgers noted for their own experience of such temptations.
Sensational Australian coverage crowns a butcher with a fortune after a kiss lures speculations of scandal. Lawyers informed him of inheritance, while Syd ney faces moral sermons and warnings to readers about suggesting imitate acts. The piece argues a kiss fatefully profits from romance and cautions readers to resist temptation.
The article notes vigilance against smallpox spreading from northern cities and urges vaccination where exposure may occur. It recalls past outbreaks where neglect of isolation and disinfection caused spread, stressing prompt isolation and disinfection to prevent an epidemic. The piece commends the Health Bureau for staying on guard to safeguard Pittsburgh.
A column praises Ward McAllister as a genius of fashion who survives disasters and aims to host a grand ball at the Metropolitan Opera House for New York’s Four Hundred with Mrs. William Astor’s approval. The author muses about aristocracy’s reach and joys and even imagines Pittsburg adopting similar splendor.
The city proposes a threefold funding approach for the 1892 World’s Fair in New York. City and state advances totaling 6 million plus an admission scrip sale expected to raise ten to twelve million, with a guaranteed fund of one million if deficits occur. Critics say the plan shows New York hesitates to fund the project, preferring others to pay.
An excerpt notes a five year sentence for selling lozenges in a park to support a sick father and comments on New York justice. It mocks Sugar Trust fears, cites Vanderbilt, gas and oil panic, and criticizes jail capacity for riotous bears. It ends with peace in Europe and a larger German army budget.
A column outlines Dixky the comedian walking ten miles daily to aid digestion, Uncle Bufus Harce’s jab at New York for the World’s Fair, Bayard and Clymer’s November Washington wedding, and ex official Bayard’s social debut as a theater regular. It notes General Butler chewing elm bark instead of tobacco per his doctor’s orders.
The National Missionary Convention of the Christian Church meets in Loomsville with six hundred delegates from the United States and Canada. The Woman's Board begins its fifteenth annual session, with Mrs. Jamison of Indianapolis delivering the opening address. The focus includes Montana church planting and a $2,000 donation by children for a mission home in India.
W E Grossman, a bookkeeper for Johnson Swartz of Allentown, vanished after embezzling about 825000, with rumors of Canada escape. He reappeared on the streets yesterday after two years of seclusion at his own home, with only lawyers and a few friends aware of his whereabouts. the embezzlement charge now faces a statute of limitations.
A Philadelphia Inquirer report notes that rulers are not spared from death as European royal funerals increase, drawing attention to the ubiquity of mortality among leaders and the role of undertakers in such rites.
The Omaha World-Herald notes General Raum has been appointed to replace Tanner. The paper urges firm leadership and decisive action as Raum takes command and sets a new course for the administration.
A Pittsburgh fall is described with heavy rain and frost changing foliage, followed by notes on a rural landscape. The piece praises moving the weekly school holiday to Monday, arguing it curbs Sunday night work and preserves the Sabbath. It recalls a Cincinnati steam packet arrival prank where a passenger old lady blocked by life jackets caused a humorous rescue.
Charleston reports frequent earthquake shocks at Flat Rock, a western North Carolina mountain resort with summer homes. Residents describe lamps and china jarred, rocks split, and massive fractured strata undermined by water. A local visitor notes Bald Mountain shows heavy rockfalls and possible subterranean river activity near Tryon, with shocks differing from past earthquakes.
Chairman Walker ruled the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad cannot match Lake Superior rates to interior Iowa Minnesota Dakota and Wisconsin. The line must confer with Lake Superior rivals for a potential adjustment, while Chicago and St Paul plans a ten day window to adopt the proposed reduced rates.
Miss Ray Maskell portrayed the title role with sweetness and skill in last night’s performance. Bris appears younger than Tommy Russell at eight, with remarkable beauty and golden hair. Her training shows in busi ness and by play, with vivacity for the Little and a strong stage presence in the pathetic scenes. The Seenagar applause meets her during the heartiest reception ahead of Friday matinees at the Grand Opera Blouse.
The Boston Globe notes eel skin gloves are the latest craft with the finest kid gloves now made from eel skins. Eels are boated in New York pounds with great activity and many coveted bands gain value from discarded kid leather.
James Ford 45 longtime Police Bureau official died yesterday at his Thirty-ninth Street home. A trusted worker, his adaptability made him valuable to the bureau. Born in the Eleventh ward, Ford served in the One Hundred and Second Regiment during the Civil War and later received a small pension. He had earlier been a Pork Brothers employee and was connected with Chief of Police Gambier Carter.
Florence Russell, son of Captain William Hus Sell, of Ree Oa Cee Sas, reported yesterday. The aged 21 fears and a report for business on veterans highly. Claver young man references and context remain unclear in the fragment.
Inclement weather trimmed a slim audience for Mrs Emma M Bishop’s talk on Health and Grace Versus Illness and Awkwardness at the Buena Vista Street M E Church. The Speaker cited Delsarte ideas and Spencer quotes, lauding women’s clubs and press for support and inviting women to know themselves physically.
Miss Mary Torley of Penn Avenue East End weds Bernard F. O Callahan of Philadelphia at St Marys Church Lawrenceville. Rev Father Tobin officiates. Attendants include Agnes O Callahan and John Torley. Reception at the bride home then farewell trip to Philadelphia aboard a 10 oclock train.
A new Oakland society club named The Merriest Crowd Out gathers monthly with 12 young women hosting every other Tuesday. Last evening’s meeting at Miss Alice Burger’s Meyran Avenue home featured progressive satire and dancing with head prizes won by Miss Blanche Clark and Mr Be McClellan. A future event is planned for November 6 hosted by the Misses Brady on Oakland Avenue.
The Siedel family planning weddings with Harry Siedel of Hayden Quartet Club marrying Laura McClintock of Mt. Washington on November 5. Annie Siedel, a noted musician, also to wed in November, and rumors say Al Siedel of St Pauls Cathedral choir may marry Miss Gantner of the Southside.
A Euchre party at Dr Patterson’s home in Lawrenceville delighted guests on Monday evening. Miss Mary A Wacker and Mr Henry J Holman wed at St Mary’s Sharpsburg with Rev Father J Otter presiding. A November 1 reception at Cyclorama Hall marks Mrs Bridges’ winter Terpsichorean class inauguration with George Bros providing music. The Junta Club opened its season at W N Frew’s Fifth Avenue residence, continuing its policy of non publication. A Wilkinsburg YWCTU concert featured local talent. Prof John A Brasbeer will lecture on The Celestial Luminaries at Point Breeze Presbyterian Church with Handel Quartet. lecture free via the church Lecture Society. public invited.
Captain Sydney M. Hinman of New York anchored the Neversink off Gloucester after a trip from New York to Norfolk. He left September 4 with his dog Neptune, planned to Littletown Maryland, was robbed of 878 dollars and a gold lifesaving medal, and decided to return to port.
H Canubiens of Linn Erecting Shop Huntington examines editorials on car scarcity. He argues platforms now exist for non flat bottom cars that speed unloading, notes firms still lack suitable tracks, and urges railways to provide cars fitting patron needs. October 22, Huntingdon, Pa.
In a letter to the Dispatch editor Mapam Reinehart corrects impressions about the Rhinehart Opera Company. Two girls were discharged for shoplifting and two for unlady-like conduct. They received half a week's salary, sued for a week, and fares were deducted from the first salary as stated in the contract. Braver Fauna October 2.
Samuel Lover, an Irish composer and novelist born in Dublin in 1797, wrote The Girl I Left Behind Me. It likely first appeared in the British Army, with Lover later renowned as a popular songwriter and novelist.
Allegheny groups report high interest from Young People's Societies in Allegheny and neighboring cities. Applications pour in for Christmas to hospital and home care, children's institutions, and related charitable works.
Inquiries to The Dispatch ask if Elizabeth Cady Stanton spoke for Harrison and if she threatened to sue Senator Quay over campaign funds. The Inquirer confirms yes to both questions.
Prof. Melvil Dewey, in Paris, encounters General Daniel Butterfield studying a Latin manuscript about Saint Aden. The poorly written text allegedly relates Americas discovery and predates Columbus. Butterfield pursued the lead in London libraries, hoping to confirm ancient voyage claims.
Washington reports progress at the International Marine Conference on the rules of the road. Mr Hall proposed a definition of risk of collision and a rule requiring ships crossing the bow to be responsible for consequences. An amendment stated overtaking ships must yield to the overtaken vessel.
Private Secretary Halford remains seriously ill and has been ordered to take the sea air. He and Mrs. Halford left for Fortress Monroe to await word on his ability to return to duty. The Detroit Journal notes the Servian incident and hints at political tensions rising.
A fragmentary poem recalls Jacob serving for Rachel under Syrian skies. The narrative links longing, patience, and faith as ages pass in heat and hardship while a beloved wife endures sorrow. The piece blends biblical imagery with timeless themes of devotion and endurance.
In Philadelphia the Record notes a debate over Mint staffing with nearly 20 women already employed and about 2,000 more women poised to fill the 200 positions, prompting mock ire from Colonel Boobyshell as citizens suggest reforms raised by Mr. Fish.
The Philadelphia Press reports an English astronomer stating the earth is near to falling from its orbit, a claim treated as farfetched and unlikely by observers and scientists.
The barkentine Josephine from Trinidad to New York with asphalt sank after a gale. Four crew members disappeared and the first and second mates with two seamen escaped to lifeboats, later picked up by the British steamship River Avon near Newport News.
Henry Koch and Max Lipsobus were arrested on charges of starting a fire in their Norfolk Street tenement last Thursday night. Jacob Christman testified Koch planned to leave town to collect insurance, and Mrs. Koch suggested removing furniture. The fire was quickly extinguished, with $600 in insurance coverage. Both men, a hairdresser and a tailor, were held without bail.
An officer from the Humane Society investigated the Hynes family at 412 East Eighteenth Street last night after reports of drunken parents and starving children. Daniel, 5, sat astride his father while the infant Annis, 10 months, lay dead on a table for two days. The parents were sent to the Lalad for six months. The baby was taken to the morgue and Daniel placed in society care.
Alice Gregg a 19 year old deaf mute arrives on the Devonia from Glasgow to wed James Dougherty a Philadelphia mute. They met at the Claremont Mute Institute in Dublin where they studied together.
Statistician Thomas G. Shearman reports findings to the Forum showing a small group owns a large share of U S wealth. The list highlights individuals and estates with fortunes over 20 million dollars and suggests 25 000 families hold half the nation’s wealth, indicating rapid concentration despite rising millionaire numbers.
William Slocum, after a 66 year absence, comes back to Tunkhannock to break up his relatives. A saucer of red raspberries was picked by Lewn Thompson of East Whiteland Chester county on Thursday. Rilerns of Altoona is reported as torn Casati on two days fishing trip. A Napoleanan youth was lured by a stranger to hire a rig in a stable. the thief fled and was not yet captured.
Curiosities include Tail Holt in Tulare county and a Chester boy’s white squirrel. Tales cover long mail routes in Washington, a New York professional spanking business, a large German boar in South Carolina, a gold ring found in Massachusetts, and a canary with a bee chase in Georgia. A Paris cellulose comb accident, a tuberculosIs claim among cigar smokers, a Darien boy’s legal coon pelts dispute, and a Scranton terrier’s hotel misadventure close the round of quirky notes.
A collage of small jokes and snatches from unsigned early 20th century columns. Bits touch on betting, pocket books, graduation chants, sailing, house chores, and odd dialogues. The text aggregates fleeting humorous lines and misquoted phrases with little coherent narrative.
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