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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1890
Page
4
An overstretched ad blurb notes The Dispatch offices in New York and Paris for foreign advertisers. It claims convenient access for advertisers and regular sale in New York locations with references to Union Square and Opera Paris.
The piece argues that competition among pipelines and independent refineries must be revived to counter Standard Oil's monopoly. It cites a $578,000 monthly producer loss from reduced competition and advocates investing up to $5,000,000 to build competing pipelines and refineries, with a goal to break Standard Oil's grip within two years. The analysis emphasizes premiums paid to competing producers as evidence of competition's value and calls for unified producer action.
The Wholesale Grocers Association circulates a Senate plea opposing the compound lard bill. It argues retailers would display a sign claiming not to sell compound lard, which would undermine the act's aim to curb deception. The Boston Globe labels such legislation sumptuary, noting the word’s Latin roots and suggesting the Globe should study its dictionary.
The piece argues sumptuary legislation does not curb expense but imposes taxes on trade to curb deception. It cites critics from the Wholesale Grocers' Association and Globe, Dallas News, and The Dispatch, urging clear labeling of compound lard and oleomargarine to stop deception and exempt properly branded products from the act.
Democratic speakers at Reading frame the state campaign as offensive. Ex Governor Pattison outlines issues while Mr Hensel attacks Delamater over use of state funds as a banker and state senator. Hensel argues possible misdemeanor disqualifying Delamater for five years. Personal accusations grow sharper as the battle opens with heavy Democratic fire.
The House referred the task of removing unparliamentary language from Bob Kennedy's speech to the Judiciary Committee. The move ends the incident as the panel is expected to report a resolution for the purge. Enloe's attempt to derail the action failed.
Congressional Republicans pushed through the anti lottery bill, sending it to the President for signature. The act bars lottery matter from the mails, aiming to curb the national gambling swindle and its vast revenues. Enforceability will determine if the lottery sharks are halted and the scheme dies.
Initial reports on the Barrundia shooting aboard the Acapulco stirred debate over US minister Mizner. fuller accounts reveal he helped sign an arrest order for Barrundia, conflicting with impartiality required of a US envoy, and not part of his duty to capture the suspect.
The author argues Mr Mizner overstepped by ordering the arrest of a Guatemalan political figure, tying the act to his personal stake in Central American stability. The piece notes potential bias from perceived involvement in Guatemala and Mexico politics and calls for State Department censure.
The Exposition has been open two weeks and shows a 25 to 50 percent uptick in business across main stores in Pittsburg despite bad weather. Visitors from nearby towns enliven September with crowds of strangers. Merchants credit Exposition subscriptions as sound investments, and overall gains are expected to grow before closing.
The piece notes Chauncey M. Depew and peers praising his views yet critics point to his stance against firing workers for union membership, contrasted with his absence in Europe where his own firm was reportedly acting similarly.
Democratic commentators misread Senator Ingalls remarks as an endorsement of Senator Quay. The text argues the oration was not intended as political backing and urges careful reading.
A new suit over ownership of an aeroilce fell on an Iown farm and was terminated with the landowner prevailing against the tenant and Minnesota State University. The case may invite Treasury seizure as a foreign mineral. Separately, a labor dispute hints painters in one union may provoke nonunion sympathy by refusing work.
The excerpt ponders whether a tenement house arson and a derailment of a passenger train are equally diabolical, noting public sentiment and calling into question Speaker Reed’s stance on reciprocity. It contrasts moral outrage with political strategy and highlights competing weight of opinions.
The piece notes Senator Farwell urging treasury funds be placed in national banks while acknowledging a past Republican campaign against the same practice. It highlights political contention over fund distribution and mentions Nevada shrinking in population by 18,000 over a decade, foreseeing Nevada potentially rivaling old saturn-era prospects.
Six months after the World’s Fair Chicago remains partly unsettled and talks of a $5,000,000 congressional appropriation. A warning says the city risks turning last spring’s victory into a fizzle if delays continue.
Opening exercises at the Reformed Presbyterian seminary in Allegheny last night featured Prof J. K. McClurkin lecturing on Is Anything Settled. His talk proved interesting and instructive to attendees.
Mrs Margaret Woods aged 13 years died at the residence of her son in law Mr William Schroal in McHe's Rocks. The funeral is set for this afternoon at 2 o clock. The community respected the deceased as the family lived there together.
A wandering man asks to exercise with a saw in a woodshed. The lady watches as he mimics the work, then pauses to reflect on the scene. The tramp finishes, declines a testimonial, and leaves with quiet dignity despite the sting.
The piece notes railroading humor thrives year round with station puns like Dixmont and Digsemon. Brakemen call out names and crowds at the Pittsburg Exposition enjoy the running joke as travelers riff on station labels.
A Southern judge presides over a farcical arraignment as gossip, theft, and family feuds swirl. The case contrasts harsh broadside accusations with a traveling drummer and a blind man who explains his “specks” causing a theft misunderstanding. The verdict sends the man to jail to block further misfortune and perhaps sharpen his sight.
The twenty seventh annual meeting of the United States Veterinary Medical Association began this morning in the Auditorium with about 100 surgeons in attendance.
Exposition visitors vote on Wednesday on the consolidation of Pittsburg and Allegheny. Balloting runs three days at Dispatch Headquarters Brunswick Balxe Collender Ellard space with morning and evening polls for both ladies and gentlemen voters.
Handsome prizes offered for best essay on What Public Undertakings will best promote Pittsburg's future. The Dispatch invites writers not linked to the Pittsburg Press to submit original essays by September 20, 9 PM. First prize $50, second and third prizes announced. entrants must provide name, address, and age.
Johnstown mourns Chal Dick a leading Cambria county attorney and former burgess who gained fame during the flood. He died at 1:30 a m aged 51 survived by wife and three children. Dick played a notable role as constable and as a strong local figure during the disaster. Funeral set for Wednesday.
At the Canadian Methodist General Conference in Montreal Dr. Sutherland presented the missionary report detailing work among Indians across Canada. The federation of universities was debated with 1884 decisions reaffirmed favoring Victoria University merging with Toronto by 171 to 74, an amendment for Victoria’s independence failing 165 to 83.
The marriage of KR W Carroll, manager of the American Tube and Iron Company, to Miss Sarah Stevenson of Allegheny will take place this evening at the Second UFP Church Allegheny. Warrell, a prominent young manufacturer, has long been connected with the American Tube and Iron Company. The couple will depart for an extended eastern tour after the ceremony.
Count Texstor, a noted Russian author, is praised while J Rev. C. C. Wuarrier of Cincinnati has earned a Universalist call in Milford Massachusetts. Joux Russert Youma recovers at the Astor House New York after a serious illness. Mrs. James K Polk, widow of the late president, reaches her 87th year near Nashville. Consul General John J New of Indiana returns home for log rolling with Benjamin Harrison. A Boston church linked to Edward Everett Hale and Bishop Huntington faces demolition. David Fuller, a Paris consul clerk, a mulatto painter of noted talent, has 30 years service. Lieutenant Brownell, who shot Jackson after Ellsworth’s death, serves in the Pension Department. Harvey Watterson of the Courier-Journal is described as a hearty, long-lived elder. Louise Gautier, deaf from birth, passes exams to become design teacher at the National School of Fine Arts Paris. Tom Czaviz of Montana rises from poverty to millionaire twice over, now worth five million dollars from mining. Larrie Exsie Cowpow of Darlington dies of hydrophobia after a dog bite and attempted first aid. P. T. Barnum expands interest in theology, clashing with a Bridgeport Methodist minister over Sunday observance.
A lively fragmentary essay column blends weather jest with social notes about actors, politics, and society. It references Condi date Delamater and Andrews, Roussian refugees, the Reading railroad, and a live Cleopatra production, all in a brisk, period voice.
Disjointed lines reference corner loafers delays, Satan leaving the seashore prompting hotel closures, and a cough leading to a coffin. Mentions of money pinch, shorts screaming, and Willie Winkle evoke a collage of urban phrases and rhymes.
The subcommittee on lectures discussed weekly free talks in Carvette Hall this winter. Local speakers like Prof J. Long, J. Brashear, Rev. Holland, and others were invited, with free admission. Requests by Mr Beveridge Webster and Prof Wettach, and a petition by society women, were considered and referred for final action.
The Army of West Virginia holds its fourteenth session in Parkerburg with flags, arches, and tents lining the streets. Ex-President Hayes arrives, along with Governor Fleming and many notables, as the opening ceremony unfolds under rain and wind. The crowd fills the great tent as speeches and a grand handsaking session follow the opening remarks.
The fourth annual convention of the American Orthopaedic Association and the American Association of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists opened in Philadelphia at the College of Physicians Surgeons. Distinguished speakers from across the country attended as Dr. De Forest presided over the Orth Society and papers were read by Dr. Arthur J. Gillette and Dr. Ap Morgan Vance.
Ottawa reports Canada imported 2,134,704 tons of hard coal in 1886 and 1,276,086 tons in 1885. Salt imports reached 1,221,810 tons in 1889, with 1,221 tons in 1885. Officials note a notable drop in hard coal imports over the year, amid U S Canada trade discussions.
The Allegheny School Library Committee forged plans to fix up new rooms in the Sterrets building at Ohio and West Diamond streets. They asked City Property Committee for more time to vacate City Hall by October and noted they cannot be ready by that deadline. Also Rev Joseph H Smith of the Philadelphia Conference opened revival meetings at Liberty Street M E Church with strong attendance and interest.
The Mahoning Presbytery began its annual session in Canton on September 14 with a large attendance. Reverend Wesley of New Waterford serves as moderator and J. W. Vance of Milan is clerk. The sessions are scheduled to continue for three days.
Quebec September 14 A banquet in honor of Prince George surpassed all prior events in splendor with admiral Watson Lieutenant Governor Aulger and numerous officials among the guests. In New York the National Tilemakers Union sets wage scales for 450 and higher paying tiers for tile industry workers.
The coal palace and industrial exhibit was formally opened in Palauce Orrumwa on September 14 with Governor Boiesee in attendance. Eleven thousand people were expected to tour the palace during the opening hours.
A note from New York dated September 1 indicates plans for a new Western Union building have been filed. Details on scope, architect, and expected completion were not fully disclosed in the brief.
A collage of quirky items from Saginaw to Iowa. Notes on la grippe in Saginaw, a Grand Lodge blackberry bush harvest, rat-killing on farms in Georgia, a Kansas bantam laying eggs, a glass box honey device, and Jersey City fines for park alcohol. Also references to salt demand, a sleepwalker, fashion for carrying lunch baskets, an old prospector near Nevada City, a high passenger casualty rate, a tornado’s bizarre lilac bloom, a Georgia asylum inmate who believes he is corn, Indian agent lore, Maine Central railroad visitor counts, a Georgia boy’s calico frock, Jonesboro battlefield relics, a white hawk in Georgia, hydrophobia cases, a 13-foot Essex Mass snake, Iowa tramp law, and competing social limits for labor and entertainment.
A collage of humorous exchanges and quips from 19th century sources includes a rain joke about baton use, a child defending a shingled head, a pun on symmetry, a misheard definition of burial place, a roast beef miscue, and a near sighted city wear joke.
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