25 Oct 1891
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1891
Page
1
Secretary Blaine arrived in Washington from New York after a healthful, cheerful outing. He walked from the station with his wife and daughter and received a cordial greeting from officials and a composed public reception as he readied to resume duties.
In Barriwory on October 24 a U S Deputy Marshal tried to serve Secretary Blaine with a writ in a case filed January by Jacques Van Kaalte of Rotterdam seeking 12500 of bonds deemed illegal by Seward's 1868 proclamation. Blaine slept in a locked car as the train resumed.
El Paso reports that Secretary of State James G. Blaine will visit to spend the winter for health per advice from Dr. Donecan of Chicago and W P Roberts of the American Health Association. A prominent local citizen received the letter confirming the plan.
Telegrams from New York sparked surprise in Loxpox as rumors spread that Queen Victoria was ill. Balmoral replied that reports are unfounded and she is in good health. The queen dined with Mr. Ritchit and others, and a Balmoral dispatch notes she walked and drove yesterday.
New Orleans reports a U S grand jury in Sioux Falls indicted the Louisiana Lottery Company for violation of the anti lottery mail law. President Paul Conrad says the case mirrors El Paso and insists no law was broken and that persecution drives the actions. He notes similar efforts in other states failed.
M Siebert reports to Besger county commissioners that Economy Society in Economy Pa fed 3000 tramps and strangers last year. The facility provides warm meals and clean beds at no charge with baths required before stay. Travelers are discouraged from lingering. baths are cold and mandatory.
A daughter of Hiram Gains fled then was captured at Fairmount. This marks the fourth similar incident in three days, with six other ladies from her circle reportedly inclined to run away, sparking local concern.
Washington reports Minister Egan and Commodore Schley condemn the Valparaiso assault as an insult to the United States. The Boston sails from Brooklyn to reinforce the squadron as Washington considers recalling ministers if Chile refuses redress. Local trials in California involve arms shipments under neutrality laws tied to Chile.
In Goodland a new company formed with 100000 capital agreed to receive Melbourne's weather secret and operate nationwide. Tests led by E F Murphy and C H Smith produced clouds and a brief shower. warm still nights are needed for success. Northbound tests planned for Indian Territory and Galveston with Murphy, Smith and others heading South.
In St Louis 15 skilled Welsh tin dippers left the stamping company and joined the strike. Officials contend they were imported under contract while the company argues they arrived without one and signed with a New York agency later. Probe of Niedringhaus brothers potential liability continues.
The New Orleans riverbank caving continues with major land loss at Leonidas Street and imminent collapse at Ursulines Dumaine and St Philip streets in front of the French market. Engineers blame quicksand draining into the river as trains and wharf landings risk exposure and disruption in a vital commercial district.
George Robinson is jailed in Cherry Tree township charged with burning the barn of H. A. Weiner and endangering the house. Across Venango and Crawford counties barns have burned with mystery, totalling at least 30000 in losses. Robinson faces trial at the November Criminal Court term.
Ottawa reports September trade returns from the Customs Department show a fall in customs receipts for the first three months of the current fiscal year totaling 1,376,206 dollars following the abolition of engar duties.
In City of Mexico on Oct 24, Jackson and Graham editors of the Anglo American were sued by the United States Consul General for criminal libel for publishing a letter from Mr Mathews about Guenther and mining claims.
An outbreak of stage fever in Gratos West Virginia leaves ten girls badly affected as doctors report the mysterious illness spreading through the town during October. Local schools and theaters are paused as nurses work to contain the outbreak and provide care. Authorities urge calm while they investigate possible causes and watch for new cases.
The census shows New York City voters ready to vote on November 5 with 261 917 registered this year compared to 224 970 last year. Brooklyn totals reach 157 702 this year, up from 136 057 the previous year.
The United States brief on the constitutionality of the McKinley tariff act has been prepared by the Attorney General for the cases Boyd, Sniton & Co. H Herman Sternbatch & Co. and Marshall Fields & Co. versus the United States. The actions are listed for hearing.
Patrick Durgan, a Pennsylvania Railroad track walker, was fatally injured when a drop train of freight cars derailed after he stepped onto the track. His body forced the cars off the rails and scattered wreckage, halting main line traffic near Overbrook.
The jury awarded Ignatius Donnelly and 5 in counsel fees in the libel suit against the Pioneer Press for 100000 damages. The case cited a the King letter alleging bribery during Donnelly's congressional tenure and marked a landmark in Northwest legal history.
In Hancock County Bangor Bureau reports 59 indictments by the county grand jury against Bar Harbor hotel proprietors and saloon keepers for violations of the prohibitory law. Each dealer faces three counts including common seller and maintaining a liquor nuisance. Penalties include $100 fines, costs, and up to 60 days in jail, though dealers have profited from liquor trade and fear of jail.
A late night crash on a Chicago and Northwestern line near Lake City Delaware wrecked two heavy freight trains. Brakemen M. R. Hayden and ce Blein were killed instantly. Colling and McAllister were fatally injured and several other crew members injured. The collision happened on a curve.
Maurice Btrellinger also known as M St. Curtis appeared before Superior Judge Froutt in San Francisco on the murder charge stemming from the killing of Policeman Alexander Grant about a month ago. The defense was granted a one week period to enter a plea.
Harrisburg reports reveal Republican leaders debating a Constitutional Convention for financial gain while delegates resist funding. A new stress ballot box impresses Governor Harrity as a reform device, featuring glass sides brass locks and a timed release to ensure secure voting.
A passage contrasts American table etiquette with a servant of a matron and mocks the Demorersis line while alleging a single thief defines the entire Republican party as thieves. The tone is satirical and partisan, signaling sharp critique of political factions.
In Gainesville Texas on October 24 the Sub Treasury party, strong in Montagal county, adopted resolutions demanding Congress pass a bill to advance funds to pay debts. The plan outlines sections for loans via affidavits, with rates and caps, plus a board to set advancing amounts and a rule that applicants may forfeit part of loans for missteps.
Toreko Kansas October 24 The United States Savings Bank which closed its doors twice since March is again under scrutiny Major William Sima receiver filed a District Court petition charging bank officers with fraud The Knox Building Company organized July with 150000 capital and shares transferred into the bank owned building The receiver alleges officers conspired to defraud creditors by organizing the building company and transferring stock to it with the bank as owner
Postmaster Wanamaker announced forged lottery circulars arrived from Canada offering six dollar Louisiana tickets for five dollars. The scam moved about ten thousand dollars in forged tickets. Gr McCullough, a stylish American, was suspected but escaped after paying his hotel bill in Avonmore. Crown Attorney referred the case to police for investigation.
Captain John W. Morrison Republican State Treasurer candidate and General D. M. Gregg for State Auditor, with General Taylor, arrived in McErcer from New Castle to an enthusiastic reception led by veterans. A reception at the Opera House followed, then a serenade by the Citizen's Cornet Hand. The rally drew a large crowd and strong county backing. Morrison departed for Pittsburg that night while Gregg stayed, with plans to proceed to Franklin on Monday.
Matt F Blish a banker from Kewanee IL missing for two weeks was found in Little Italy Thursday night by a detective agency agent. He came to attend the fair and wrote to his wife that he was dying on the streets. His wife alerted the police and his son searched. Blish was ill poorly clad and slightly delirious.
Washington dispatch reports Senator Quay calling the Pennsylvania campaign doubtful after a Philadelphia visit. He reportedly wrote with regret that a Republican defeat could hurt his prestige and jeopardize his own bid for re election to the Senate.
The issue outlines 0 pages in Tau Dirac with two parts and lists page by page topics. It mentions Gladstone’s Hows Rule, various features, educational notes, society items, and a miscellany of literary and ad sections across pages 9 through 20, including names like Frank A Burr and Marion C. Gallaher and topics from science to fiction.
The Republican rally in Oil City Oct 24 drew a full Opera House with General Hastings as the main speaker. Franklin attendees supported him while references to McKinley Harrison and Blaine drew loud applause amid debate on silver and tariff protections.
A fatal shooting occurs in Sharpsburg after a strike dispute at Moorheid Bros. mill. Jerry Buckley is killed while protecting Henry Stein and a bartender. Two colored men are arrested. a crowd of about 1000 demands lynching as police relocate prisoners to safer quarters. Coroner to hold inquest Monday.
Helena Montana October 4 Judge Mowhatton Juans denied the motion and set the case for a new trial. The first trial resulted in a verdict with jury deliberation noted in the record.
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