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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1890
Page
4
The Pittsburg Traction Company announced a fare reduction to three cents, signaling competition with Duquesne. Observers say the move could lower overall costs, boost traffic, and test if profits stay fair while avoiding forced industry consolidation.
The Farmers' Congress in Council Bluffs rejected the sub treasury plan, while Governor tiersdon of Georgia resists endorsement. Kansas City Doses notes farmers favor reduced expenditures and tax relief, arguing public offices and lavish spending undermine farmers. A national retrenchment platform could gain broad support.
The article notes contradictions in U.S. ship policy as American capital funds own English built steamers sailed under the English flag. It highlights English charter arrangements binding these vessels to serve the English government in wartime, with Pennsylvania capitalists holding a large share of ownership.
Commentary notes a San Francisco Chronicle report that the Pacific Mail Steamship Company, a U S corporation, operates the English built steamer China in the Pacific. Critics question why American capital may sail under a foreign flag while other firms cannot, urging uniform navigation laws for all citizens.
The piece argues that free traders misrepresent trusts tied to protected industries and criticizes a Senate list as inaccurate and incomplete. It notes the Sugar Trust’s protection, cautions against assuming all trusts arise from tariffs, and urges reliance on factual evidence over rhetorical lists.
The Exposition of 1890 in Pittsburg opens today with promises of a display surpassing last year. Managers and exhibitors worked hard to overcome difficulties and aim for even greater results. The Dispatch calls on the public to support the event and notes the many real attractions on offer.
Mr Cannon asserts a 1891 treasury surplus of sixty five million, while Democratic Appropriations members warn of at least eleven million deficit. The clash centers on fixed charges totaling about sixty million dollars omitted from Cannon’s calculations.
A roundup of opinion pieces touching on budget deficits and Cookery as a virtue in balance sheets. The Brooklyn Eagle gibes at gerrymandering, while calls for reform amid party infighting appear. Notes on tariffs, Dalzell, Depew, Depew vs Powderly, and a range of foreign and domestic political quips.
WavVase MOVEAGH and family are at the Luray Inn Virginia en route home from the South. Mrs. Ole Bull and Mrs. Emma Thursby visit Celia Thaxter at her Inle cottage near the Appledorn House on Rhoals. Commissioners and judges are described. social figures like Victor Hope's granddaughter Jeanne and J DeWitt Burra sail the continent. Jacob Seligman noted as a very short millionaire. Beneon Foraker becomes a reporter. John A Heistand in frail health. gifts to Oliver Wendell Holmes include a witch-spun spoon linked to The Broomstick Train.
A large Allegheny County Bar meeting at the Court House honored James F. Gadees Esq. Judge Remarks presided and remarks were offered by Jo Magee T J Kennan C Dickey and Bagg among others. Resolutions praising his career as a lawyer and citizen were adopted and ordered recorded in the Court minutes.
Miss Lillian J Finnn and Charlee E yey of this city wed Thursday evening in Cumberland Maryland. Rev Clarence SM of Emanuel parish Cumberland officiated the ceremony.
In a frontier scene at the crossroads saloon a squatter proclaims women are cruel creatures. The group discusses a killer’s pending prison sentence and a wife left to endure winter without coffee or sugar as Dave Peters collapses in grief for his jailed partner Sam.
NAGSLEY attends a private theater event and jokes about being late or rather premature as hostess chides him for tardiness. The mood centers on his reputation and anticipation of a song by Mila Sereechirini.
The Big Theater performance of The City Directory featured an unexpected guest as a bat swooped through the greenroom and auditorium. Miss Rosa France sang while the bat circled the house, thrilling the audience and testing the nerves of Mayme Kelso and Josie Sadler who remained still at stage left.
A gawky youth eyes a city bicyclist’s machine at the country store. The tourist persuades him to try, promising easy balance and speed. The youth climbs aboard and heads off, the promise of a ride toward the next town turning toward tragedy as a hopeful romance meets a fatal end.
A vivid review praises Mr. Louis James and his company for a powerful Virinius at the Grand Opera House. The cast earns high marks for vigor and art, with particular commendation of Miss Bateman and Miss Alvord. Insufficient era-accurate scenery is noted as a fault, despite strong performance and costume design.
Congress should adjourn as soon as possible. An early adjournment in September would have saved the House’s credit, and recent Senate discussions on Aquor sold in its basement will not be forgotten by the people. Under the circumstances Congress cannot adjourn too soon.
Ex Governor Charles Foster predicts Senator Sherman will retire after his term and notes McKinley’s uncertain future. He cites Ohio as Republicans likely to win by a sizable margin, with Ryan secured for Secretary of State and Grosvenor's renomination in question.
A compilation notes a new British movement to reform the nobility, reports on U S political shifts including Cannon Reed and expositions, and mentions a Georgia editor’s health trip with a humorous appeal to subscribers to pay their debts. The items reflect lively, scattered current topics and public notices.
A 14 year old boy, son of Frank Root of Newport, fell ill with typhoid fever contracted at a floating bathhouse. He developed spinal meningitis, went blind, deaf and mute for three weeks, then gradually recovered after a physician council and prayers. Now his mind, hearing and speech are normal and doctors call it a unique recovery.
Garrison Warner arrives in Zanesville after wheeling a wheelbarrow from McDonnelsville to Baltimore. He turns sixty next October, plans to attend the Muskingum County Fair and Morgan County gathering, praising the trip and his sober character with memories of Washington City and Richmond.
Harrison reports a fatal accident in Mount Clemens Michigan as Frank Drulard 24 a married man dies after a ram charged by Jacob Reinold keeper. Drulard tried to fend off the animal with a gun butt causing an explosion that sent the charge into his right lung killing him instantly.
The 26th annual convention of the Pennsylvania State Sabbath School Association will be held in New Castle starting at 2 P.M. on Tuesday September 40, continuing Wednesday and Thursday. Proceedings will interest all classes of Bible school workers.
Vance Stewart, Emy., of Greenville, died today after a lingering illness. He was aged 71 years. The obituary notes his long service and family.
The Dispatch opens its Exposition booth at Brunswick Balke Collender Co space for ballots and essays. Voters, including ladies, will ballot on topics from all night streetcars to park and library site choices with a poll book to record names and ages. Prizes include a twenty dollar gold piece, a five dollar gold piece, and a year of Sundays Dispatch.
A short notice notes a change of name only with a remark that Farmers' Alliance representatives from the Southern States will be Democrats with some hayseed.
Across multiple papers reactions to Blaine's reciprocity and tariff stance are mixed. Editors frame his Waterville speech as a key argument for or against high protective policy, noting its impact on Maine politics and national trade debates.
Taking a Long Sleep in Moncton reports Etta Simpson aged 17 who has not awakened or eaten for a week. She has a habit of eating brown paper bags in large quantities and may be influenced by a relative. A prior five day sleep occurred about a year ago with awakening during a medical procedure.
Mr Charles Nange and Miss Sadie Nathaniel of Allegheny surprised friends by marrying yesterday with a minister officiating. The couple plan to reside in Chester as husband and wife.
In a brisk exchange from several papers a married couple argues about smoking and amusements while a society scene unfolds. A rich misfit teases with a $200 000 income and a humorist seeks Christmas joke inspiration for a new house visit.
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