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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1892

Page

4

Terms of the Dispatch Postage Rates Prominent in the United States

The notice outlines postage terms for daily and Sunday editions with rates for one year three months and one month subscriptions. It lists delivery by carriers and prices including Sunday editions and annual renewals. It specifies payment by check money order or registered letter and mentions multiple copies by mail.

United States Tatly Treeraton Darcy Dwratron Darcy Orsrarven Darcy D Speci Sethe Jinny Pusraton Wren Y Daeraten

Blaine Endorses Republican Cause In North American Review

The article from the North American Review, summarized here, argues Blaine remains aligned with Republican protection and reciprocity policies. It notes health constraints prevent active campaigning but praises his critique of Democratic inconsistencies and predicts strong voter attention to his forthcoming full text.

Blaine North American Review

Wylie Ave Street Car Tragedy Coroner Urges Parade Notice

The Coroner's jury finds streetcar crews free of blame in the Wylie Avenue fatality. It urges parades to notify traction firms in advance and calls for extra precautions on steep curves and heavily loaded cars. Both pedestrians and operators must guard equal street rights and implement stopping measures if brakes fail.

Crpmen Traction Company Poredors Hgawey

Pictitious Assault on Trusts in Philadelphia Times List

The Philadelphia Times attacks a claimed 129 monopoly trusts with $1.5 billion in capital under a Democratic campaign frame. It argues the list mixes imaginary, defunct, and local associations, misrepresenting foreign competition and tariff effects while highlighting coal and sugar cases.

Philadelphia Times Tee Iron and Coal Trust Tutuminous Coal Trust Iron League (Trust New York Cotton Seed Olu Gas Trust Philadelphia Chicago Jimes Times

Times Opposes Trusts for Campaign Reasons

The Democratic majority in two Congresses is accused of subservience to craft tariff bills for the Trusts while The Times claims its opposition to Trusts serves only campaign purposes.

Times

Mrs Harrison Nearing Death Prompts Nationwide Mourning

As Mrs. Harrison lingers on the edge of life the nation prepares for a heartfelt tribute to Caroline Scott Harrison. The dispatch notes her death would silence a prominent First Lady whose private devotion and public grace inspired wives, mothers, and citizens across party lines.

White House Harrison Caroline Scott Harrison

Senators Clash Over Tariff and Gorman in Sun Controversy

The piece critiques the New York Sun for flipping between tariff as campaign issue and Senator Gorman as infallible. It lampoons the paper’s shifting beliefs, arguing the Sun cannot consistently exalt both positions and laments its political stance.

New York Sun Senator Gorman Emmenides the Sun

Indiana Court Reaffirms Ban on Rail Carrier Collusion

The Indiana Supreme Court reiterates that rail carriers may not form associations to reduce competition or fix uniform charges and fines. While associations may exist by voluntary agreement, courts cannot enforce illegal restraints. The piece also notes Democratic reaction to campaign funding and predicts Republican gains.

Supreme Court of Indiana Indiana Court

Buffalo City Council Caps Speed of Electric Cars

A Buffalo city council record limits all electric cars to four to six miles per hour, sparking popular demand for faster transit. The move follows the anti trolley sentiment and prompts debate over public needs and court rulings on taxes for public purpose.

Buffalo

Foolhardy Boston sailor vanishes at sea in small boat

A Boston man who set out June 18 in a 12 foot boat to cross the ocean has not been heard from and friends abandon hope. The writer notes a previous crossing by another navigator and calls the attempt foolhardy. The piece warns the folly may tempt providence and condemns roatback factories for lacking protection while election day nears.

Esilor Boston

Trusts listed by Philadelphia Times judged imaginary

A Philadelphia Times letter questions the newspaper’s famous trust list, asserting most entries are bogus and that the few genuine trusts are those it has apologized for or where the party has shown special favors.

Philadelphia Times

Favorites of Fortune and Society News Tidbits

The Prince of Wales questions a visit to the World's Pair. Jesuit leader Pater Louis Martin, Spanish-born with French descent, rises. Indisus author and inventor Wison D. Schooley wed Lottie E. Mace of Boston in Richmond Indiana. Belgium Queen shows musical talent. GlapsTone eye cataract from a Chester missile injury progresses slowly. Crown Prince of Italy with four companions climbed the Matterhorn from Zermatt in 16 hours. Bishop Brennan of Dallas noted as youngest archbishop. Ambroise Thomas' health improves and travels in France. BLATONE mansion in Washington readied for ex Secretary Seward’s family winter stay.

Prince of Wales Pater Louis Martin The Jesuits Spain France Wison D. Schooley Indisus Richmond Ind Lottie E. Mace Boston Belgium Italy Matterhorn Zermutt Breil Brennan Texas Dallas Pope Leo Ambroise Thomas Hamlet

Hurricane Devastates Spanish Honduras Coast

The Soteri reports a major hurricane hit the Spanish Honduras coast on October 1 damaging fruit and plantations, blowing vessels ashore and destroying homes. The Honduran schooner Honduras with 18 aboard was dismasted and towed to Acila after two days at sea with crew without food or water. This was the severest hurricane the coast had seen. exact death and property losses are not yet known.

New Orleana Soteri Ceiba Spanish Honduras Honduras Belise Acilla

Holding the Landlord Liable under Adair Liquor Law

In Wetshite U S Oct 2 a test case arises after Mrs Eliza beth Rowley won $300 against saloon keeper William Madden for selling liquor. She sues R B Porter and David McDonald owners of Madden's licensed premises, under Adair liquor law holding liable landlords if the seller is impoverished or judgment proof. This marks the first case of its kind under the law.

Wetshite Elizabeth Rowley William Madde Liqnor R. B. Porter David McDonald Madden

Hungarian Premier to resign amid successor chosen

News Vienna dispatch reports Count Szapory is ready to resign. During the Hungarian Chamber discussion Count Apponyi openly hinted at a successor and praised Szapory's likely replacement, while three sections celebrated a so called victory with a banquet.

Not Through With Lord Beresford in Georgia

Two criminal cases against Lord Walter Beresford remain in Floyd county Georgia both listed for trial. One charge accuses him of cheating and swindling the other for larceny after trust delegated. The cases were called in court but the State said it was not ready for trial and would proceed later.

Georgia Rowe Floyd County Walter Bernsford No Hnmane

Italian Crop Report Says Harvest Above Average

A Rome report notes Italian crops exceed the average overall with most plants ahead. Barley is the sole exception, described as slightly below, while other grains show favorable yields and conditions across the language.

Rome

Friday No Longer Unlucky Chicago Exceeding Frustration

A circulated note from the Washington Star, plus remarks from the New York World and Boston papers, describes Friday as no longer unlucky for Chicago and comments on reciprocity and city pride with brief copy about urban sentiment.

Washington Star Chicago Great Piece New York

The Episcopal Convention in Baltimore Opens and Oddities Rise

The piece surveys the Episcopal Church gathering in Baltimore, noting ventilated halls and varied worship styles. It highlights debates over Friday excursions, the mix of high and broad churchmen, and praise for figures like Bishop Brooks and Bishop Potter while detailing the convention’s orderly yet lively proceedings.

Episcopal Church Baltimore Emmanuel Church Episcopal ‘Church Matanos House of Deputies

Convention praises Dr. Dix as guiding force in church reforms

A Baltimore convention applauds Rev. Dr. Dix for clear fair leadership and describes his influence on completing the Prayer Book revision. It notes the church adopts the bishops’ statement on essentials, hymn debates avoided, and the new hymnal sent to the church.

Dix House of Deputies Trinity Church New York Bears House of Bishops Episcopal Church Baltimore

Woman Secures Evidence in Damages Suit Over Defamatory Letters

Mrs. Armitage sues P. B. Doty for damages alleging defaming letters. A Cleveland detective obtained Doty’s handwriting by posing as a real estate buyer at Doty’s property, linking the sale contract to the defamatory writings. Evidence suggests the contract and letters share identical handwriting, strengthening the plaintiff’s case.

Conmzanrr Doty

Gas kills San Francisco guest in Atlantic City hotel

H J Nilson, about 40, a wealthy San Francisco visitor staying at the Manhattan House, was found dead in his room in Atlantic City from gas asphyxiation. Physicians could not revive him. A lever read to notify P Eldredge of West Chester if anything occurred. A postmortem and inquest will follow Eldredge's arrival.

Atlantio Orrr N. J H. J. Nilson San Francisco Manhattan P. Eldredge West Chester Nilson John Wanamaker Eldredge

A Business Man Protests Window Gazing Ban

A letter to the Dispatch denounces police actions that pushed away citizens who paused to view shop windows. The writer questions Inspector McKelvey’s orders and demands rights for the public and business, dated October 22.

the Dispatch Inspector McKelvey

Czarewitch Betrothal to Greece Princess Scheduled

Vienna reports the Czarewitch will wed his cousin Princess Marie of Greece in Athens with church rites. Turkish objections blocked travel via the Dardanelles. In New York the Pacific Mail Steamship Co plans to sever Panama Railroad links after February, seeking a new interoceanic route.

Vienna Czarewitch Athens Princesa Marie Greece Dardanelles Panama New York Pacific Mail Steamship Company Panama Railroad Isthmus Steamship Company

Ignatius Donnelly Debate Hint Sparks Political Clash

In a Philadelphia Times item readers are promised a lively debate on controversial claims about historical figures. The piece hints at using honorable means to defeat opponents while cautioning against overstepping margins in political contests.

Philadelphia Times Lim

Deaths in England and Pittsburg Obituaries

Death notices report the death of James Henri Ropert Innes Kin Roxburgh Duke of Roxburgh and Bowmont and Cessford aboard the Pacific Mail steamer Juan from Panama after a stroke. Paris journalist Albert Millard and Mrs Ellen Carver are also named dead, with service details given for the latter. Mrs John Nangle, 65, dies in Bradfield from heart disease.

James Henri Ropert Innes-Ker Duke of Roxburgh Bowmont Cessford England Juan Panama Arthur Paayl Albert David Millard Paris M. Milland Keene de Poche Gazette de Holland Fi~garo Ellen Canven A. J. Carver Pittsburg West Penn Hospital MM. E. Church John Nangle Bradaight

Changing Interest Rates Across Nations and Markets

A financial column analyzes the Bank of England’s discount rate rise to 3 percent and a sharper rate increase in New York. It explains currency supply effects from Treasury disbursements, shifts in gold reserves, and differing domestic demand, noting London’s low rates amid sluggish British business and potential future impacts on U.S. reserves.

New York Matthew Marshall Bank of England London Great Britain United States Treasury Treasury Treasury Department America Bank of France Bank of Germany Bank of Anatria- Hungary Bank of Enzland

A PARCHED-UP VALLEY RAILROAD TANKS GUARD WATER THEFT

Severe drought in the valley leads to water scarcity forcing guards to protect locomotive tanks from theft. Lehigh Valley Railroad supplies water across long distances to keep trains running as crews report minimal impact on service.

Port Clinton Lehigh Valley

England’s Foreign Question cited with Rosebery’s soft approach

The article argues Britain faces pressure over East Africa Uganda and slavery issues. It notes Lord Rosebery favors a cautious policy, appeasing religious groups while avoiding firm commitments. It suggests Uganda will stay British, with Britain shifting stance depending on events and public reaction.

Lawpoiw Giadstons Church Missionary Society Anti-Slavery Society Lord Rosebery East Africa Trafalgar Square Uganda England Mtera

Mrs Baldwin claims greater danger in America than China

Mrs Baldwin a former China missionary told an Asbury Church audience New Years Day that she faced threats in the United States for her lectures to Chinese workers. She praised Chinese people as industrious and described dangers from locals angered by remarks about the Irish, sparking disturbances and police protection for her home.

Baldwin China Asbury Methodist Church United States America Brooklyn Seattle Cleveland Bayard South America Juan Fernandes

Lightning Robbers Board Moving Train and Rob Woman

Miss Annie Crownover was robbed of her purse by two men who jumped from a moving freight train near Ellsworth street Braddock. The assailants seized her outside pocket and fled back onto the train, leaving her terrified and unable to identify them.

Baanpockr Annie Crownover Braddock Shce Ellsworth Street Baltimore and Ohio

Fasting Fifty Five Days For Indigestion In New Jersey

Jauxieune New Jersey October James Still a one year old colored boy in the State Reformat School at this place has fasted for 55 days and intends to fast 65 days in total. He claims indigestion caused illness and the school physicians could not help him. He keeps up strength with sweet oil rubbed on his body and hopes the fast will cure his disease.

Jauxieune N. J James Still Husicians

Charleston festival to mark escape from quake destruction

The Charleston festival starting October 31 will feature U S cruisers Vesuvius and Dolphin. A reproduction of the Federal assault on Fort Sumter will be staged with a mile of the old fort bombarded and land batteries on Morris and Sullivan islands firing.

New York Charleston D. C United States Vesuvius Dolphin Fort Sumter Morris and Sullivan Islands

The Great Contest and Presidential Campaign Amid Far-Flung Commentary

A collection of political commentary from Chicago Globe to Philadelphia papers discusses the presidential race. Writers critique Democratic reform claims, praise sober contest, and note Republican momentum in New York. A Paris dispatch hints at foreign implications.

Chicago Globe Stevenson Reid Washington Star Cleveland Wares MacVison St Louia Giobr New York Psoria Times Democratic Party David Cave of Adollam Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia Times

Strangled to Death by an Apple

Walter Heilman an 11 year old son of lumberman William Heilman was strangled by a fragment of an apple while taking a nap the incident occurred this afternoon and the boy died a few minutes later

Kirrasyrso Walter Hellman William Heilman

Cincinnati to Be Launched at Brooklyn Navy Yard

New York October 23 preparations quicken for the warship Cincinnati launch at the Brooklyn Navy Yard on November 7. The vessel is described as the second of its class.

New York Cincinnati Brooklyn Navy Yard

Living Up to His Reputation

A Philadelphia man was arrested in Belfast for crimes attributed to him. He failed to escape capture despite the reputation of being fast, and the authorities moved to detain him.

New York Recorder Belfast

Curious Condensations From a Distant Era

A collage of curiosities and odd facts from around the world. Ostriches outrun everything, tropical gardens yield prized fruits, and ancient acts and monuments loom large. Notes on insects, bees, and unusual weather mix with travel lore and historical quirks.

Quirky Snippets From a Bygone Press

A collage of humorous lines and wordplay quotes plucked from various papers. Witty quips touch on sneeze jokes, old sport references, tender hearts, fashion ideals, and quirky captions about figures and scenes from portraits to architecture.

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