22 Sep 1889
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1889
Page
1
General Boulanger revisions his forecast to 30 seats as Paris and provinces brace for a tense election. Boulangist rallies clash with radicals and socialists in Montmartre while government preparations intensify for possible disturbances amid a crowded Paris.
A Lancashire movement opposes the cotton corner as employers and workers unite to cut prices via short time work. Despite hopes, continental buyers deter future gains, with spinners misjudging the American crop at seven million bales. Liverpool traders profited by early purchases, while mills faced a reduced surplus.
Report says Princess Margaret of Prussia will wed Prince Christian of Denmark. The pair stayed at Fredensborg Castle during a Danish royal visit that included Russian and Greek royals. Observers note courtly tensions as the Russian Czar favors a stronger alliance for his sister.
The British Government uses the Monaco death to reopen the gambling suppression issue. The new Prince is portrayed as principled and prepared to shut the establishment if a 2,000,000 franc payment and guarantees of neutrality are provided.
Reports from New York indicate Germany will respond to France increasing its army under the latest act. Berlin cites financial hurdles and a surplus of fit men as obstacles, with authorities contemplating further conscription and mobilization measures.
Dispatch reports growing labor tensions as London dockers and tailors resume work amid disputes over rights and leadership. London cabmen consider strikes, while railway workers may join a broad nationwide action that could trigger England’s largest labor upheaval. Burns is slated to address Hyde Park grievances tomorrow.
Senator William Maxwell Evarts meets Sir William Vernon Harcourt in the New Forest as Edison tours Europe. Edison, last seen in Paris, travels to Berlin Brussels and is due in London tomorrow. He declines public luncheons and agents of rival firms await his arrival amid the Canadian incandescent filament suit.
London dispatch reports Sandy Hook pilots taken to Europe by steamers blocked from offloading due to a cyclone. One pilot praised a first trip abroad with pay preserved during return. The Arizona cited as the ship he joined, with other vessels sighted near Queenstown and Rome.
At Newcastle Convention of the British Association for the Advancement of Science two doctors defended the corset after Mrs. Carmichael Stopess criticized it in an article on dress errors. Three women spoke for stays, including Miss Findley Miss Lydia Becker and Mrs Barstop whose anecdotes highlighted benefits of tight fitting garments.
A telegraph from Austria describes Loxicon as a smokeless powder with greater carrying power and only a trace of smoke. Tests at Bruck during maneuvers were witnessed by Archduke Albrecht and high ranking officers who expressed satisfaction with its performance.
Loxpon September 21 Five elections are pending in England. The Gladstonians expect favorable outcomes for their prospects. Henry Chaplin seeks re election as Minister of Culture with a prior majority over 1100. Bucks hosts a strong contest with writs issued and results due in about two weeks.
William Mackay Porter, a Special Examiner in the Pension Department at Washington, died in a hospital after being found insane following an arrest in Belfast four weeks earlier on a charge of obtaining money by false pretenses. The State Department confirmed his insanity and he was released from custody before hospitalization.
Lexpos September 21 Madame Patti denies reports she signed to sing for the Royal Italians in 1800 and 1801 and that she will bid a final farewell to the stage in the latter year.
Virginia Democrats push for a public trial to challenge General Mahone’s Confederate service claiming he was a humbug. Proponents cite rival generals and a Richmond Theater meeting to determine if Mahone truly deserved praise for the crater actions.
General Mahone Republican gubernatorial candidate departs Petersburg for Abingdon Va where he will deliver his maiden campaign speech next Monday He is joined by son R Butler Mahone and a music band amid a large crowd Bowden of Norfolk to run campaign in Virginia will speak Monday night to the Republican Central Campaign Club Virginia leaders Slemp Larry Gaines and others met with Mahone to discuss the race
A strong quake hit Healdsburg California on September 21 causing no reported damage and the strongest shock felt in years as residents reported trembling homes and swaying objects.
In Lewiston Maine Katharine Day widow is arrested amid a lawsuit against F I Day a New England Masonic member. The case involves a letter opened by Day and a bill for liquor prompting a charge of malicious mail opening. Former Portland Postoffice Inspector Evans cites no case against Day. Judge Webb and Attorney Bird dispute opinions.
William L Edwards once halted a Third Avenue elevated train to proclaim a joke on his wedding night. Now he sues to annul, alleging his bride Rebecca Kurr had an eight child past, a nefarious past with James Kurr, and drugged him before marriage. Edwards, a New York Central engineer, fought drunk on the night, leading to police custody.
Preparations are nearly complete for the Society of the Army of the Tennessee reunion in Cincinnati on September 25 and 26. Business meetings occur Wednesday and Thursday mornings. a Sherman reception follows at General Hickenlooper’s home Wednesday afternoon. Music Hall hosts decorations and speakers including General How of St Louis, with General Sherman presiding and Governor Foraker delivering the closing address. AThursday reception at the Ohio Commandery Loyal Legion precedes a Burnett House banquet Thursday night expected to host 300 guests.
New York September 21 the Committee on Strikes of the Cigarmakers Convention reports that strikes should be discouraged in large centers while still serving their aims. It endorses changes to article 6 section 8 requiring direct action in large centers and union concurrence to end a strike, with suspension powers for a provisional president.
Two female inmates from Warren escaped supervision at the Northern Ohio Asylum on Saturday evening. Mrs Gilbert wife of Probate Judge Gilbert and Mrs Mikesell wife of a prominent businessman fled together using a key to leave the building. Authorities believe they may be headed toward Canada.
Loudon September 21. T G Shaughnessy General Manager of the Canadian Pacific Railroad arrived in London this week to contract for building six steamships for the trans Pacific line between British Columbia and China.
The Philadelphia telegram reports Chalkley LeConey, uncle to Annie E LeConey, murdered at Colestown road near Merchantville New Jersey. Prosecutor Wilson H Jenkins and detectives pursued the case, detaining LeConey in Camden jail. Murray, a key witness, confessed details of the quarrel and the fatal stabbing after years of suspicion.
Murray admits involvement in the crime with remarks about handling gold and hiding evidence. LeConey’s bloody clothing and other strong proof corroborate the confession, while Mrs Chalkley’s kindness is cited in the motive narrative. The narrative references a pond, muddy tracks, and a citron field as key locations in the events.
Cotumara D C September 21 Lenard was found guilty of murdering his wife in Laurens County. The jury, mixed by race and party, returned a verdict in 15 minutes. Lenard testified and offered a religious defense despite the brutal killing after years with a companion woman.
Deputy Sheriff Bitgerald took control of Hatch Lithographic Company sites at 49 51 and 53 Lafayette Place after judgments in favor of Peter Adams & Company for 16077 and Fuchs & Lang for 26609. The firm traces to Hatch era founders with Warner Hatch Nostrand serving as president and treasurer amid long history and legal woes.
A special telegram reports Senator M S Quay of Pennsylvania backing Chicago for the 1892 Exposition in New York City commemorating Columbus discovery. Governors Congressmen and Mayors respond to Mayor's invitation to aid in the event.
Representative Milliken of Maine predicts Tom Reed will become Speaker of the House, arriving in Washington with confidence that Republicans favor a strong, scholarly leader and skilled parliamentarian for the post.
Miss Elsie Lombard sues actor Harry Lacy for 3500 claiming he hired her for The Still Alarm season but canceled the contract. She sought 40 dollars a week rising to 50, and said she bought dresses for the part. The suit cites the unresolved engagement and a disputed salary.
Armed US troops dispersed voters at the polling place with bayonets as attempts to hold an election failed. The city remained in a state of intense excitement and the situation threatened further trouble.
This morning State Treasurer Hart, ill for six months, suffered a heart failure. By night, Dr. Dunnett reported he is much improved. The telegram from Harrisburg notes the timely change in his condition and the continuing care.
In Berks County yesterday a faction backing Senator Quay clashed with opposing delegates, triggering two separate conventions. High men appointed by Snyder presided, protests and shouting erupted as seceding delegates formed their own ticket. Court actions and broad disorder marked the scene as both sides claimed legitimacy.
The September Lonpox report lists English titles barred by Russian imperial censorship. Among the prohibited works are Ingersoll's Social Salvation and The Household of Faith, and Gunter's That French Home. The censor decree also targets numerous philosophical and socioeconomic texts as part of a broad ban on nonconforming publications.
The Dispatch Directory outlines content across four pages with European cable updates, U.S. news, local gossip, and varied sections. It highlights grand shrine, a wild night ride in the Grand Duchy, Eiffel Tower notes, and multiple columns including portraits, business cards, league games, racer life, and amusements.
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