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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1889
Page
4
The Edgar Thomson works furnace disaster last night injures Captain William ER Jones and several others. He is lauded as a broad minded, generous leader whose loss would strike workers and employers alike across Western Pennsylvania and beyond. The community prays for his recovery and for all affected.
A misty autumn mood marked the Harrisburg gathering of the Union Prohibition League as about a hundred delegates weighed a platform deemed not to win this year. The piece described the campaign as unsettled with no candidate chosen, while Harrisburg faced wind and restlessness.
A column promotes gardening as a healthier pursuit for writers, citing R. D. Blackmore’s shift from fiction to horticulture. It argues fresh air and exercise aid creativity, warns of literature’s moral dangers, and suggests novelists like Howells might benefit from husbandry and garden projects.
An editorial argues burglaries by masked gunmen are rising nationwide. It cites Pennsylvania, Alabama, and New Mexico train robberies as evidence that dangers threaten both regions and urges stronger pursuit and punishment to deter further incidents. It contrasts modern robbers with historic highwaymen.
The author decries bold train robbers and house burglaries across states like Alabama New Mexico Pennsylvania and Ohio. He argues authorities fail to act, urging strong law enforcement to impress criminals with the era they live in.
A column notes Mrs. Harrison cleans the White House at Deer Park and jokes about a broader political clean sweep. It suggests office seekers hope for a partisan cleansing of Democrats, while Civil Service reform complicates a full Republican sweep after 1892.
A Pittsburgh and Western Railroad official statement clarifies control remains with Drexel Morgan and Co for years. The piece notes no imminent change and suggests future transfer to Carnegie Oliver or John Chalfant, all prominent local figures.
The piece questions English capitalists real presence in American industry while noting many so called syndicates are American controlled or fictitious. It mocks English investors laughter at reports of large U.S. deals and cites Wilkinsburg duel arrest cases as evidence of legal risks in risky transatlantic schemes. It mentions Alabama gun duel penalties and local political figures involved.
The article notes Miss Mary Moorhead establishing a Bible study school and Secretary James G. Blaine celebrating a matrimonial treaty yesterday between his eldest son and Miss Anita McCormick. The prose hints at public reaction to peace and law order matters as summer ends.
A reader questions how Allegheny Parks safeguards against potential city seizure for an electric plant, asking what protection the parks as a whole have from thoughtless or dishonest councilmen.
An Allegheny Baseball Club proprietor laments low turnout at the ball grounds while readers note small crowds at parks. A writer recalls finding a pencil in Allegheny and compares pencil loss to frequent umbrella disappearances, imagining a mind reading method to recover umbrellas.
A quirky profile survey paints Uncle Remus with a wild mustache and comical features. It recalls James J. Astor’s fortune and thrifty habits, Randall’s Maryland lyricism, Twain’s idle summers and library life, and Augustine Daly’s theater rise. It also sketches Senator Brown’s Georgia roots, a droll tale of terrapin dining, and Ouida’s Florence villa romance with the Marquis de Stufa.
Chief Constructor Wilson reports to Commodore Ramsey that one 4 000 ton steel cruiser will be built at the New York Navy Yard under their command. Plans and specifications to be shared. schedules for materials to be prepared in triplicate. Construction to begin as soon as mold, floor, and appliances are ready, with designation Cruiser No 7 temporarily. A parallel instruction went to Norfolk Yard with the vessel to be numbered No 8 and built on the slip north of the site.
The report notes the death of Rev. Thomas Davin 41 in Denver after a life as a Pittsburgh Diocese priest and a June 1 assault incident near Cambria City. It also mentions the sudden death of Samuel L. Caldwell former Vassar College president in Providence Kentucky.
A quirky column recounts a wary diner sparring with dubious oysters and breaded veal, a green and guileless Chinaman at a Fort Wayne circus who paid for reserved seats then sat free, and a freight train halt near Renew Station stirring bored men into apple throwing amid a humorous mob scene.
London Times correspondent notes Germans dominate import trade to India while exports stay with Britain. English clerks lack German sales persistence and willingness to sell by piece. Social disdain for retail hampers Englishmen abroad, who risk losing caste if selling retail. Authors propose Englishmen adopt retail trade overseas to meet German competition.
A national entertainment last night featured 42 states represented by society ladies and four new states by young girls. Utah was absent amid jokes about Mormonism as-costumed attendees portrayed each state with symbolic outfits and dessert was served after the program.
Delighted visitors attended the Home for Aged Women in Wilkinsburg as excursion tickets were sold at half rates and a lunch offered from noon to four. The event showcased the old ladies’ work tables chaired by Mrs L W Watt and Mrs Quincy with trophies in glassware under Mrs Samuel Fulton. The sale raised funds and marked one of the home’s most successful entertainments, according to the Board of Directors.
A social evening hosted by the Ladies Aid Society of St. Peter's Church at Rev. W. M. Webbe's home on Butler Street featured solos duets trio and recitations under Mrs Cuthbert Bowersmith and Armstrong. About 200 attendees enjoyed cake and coffee then danced until midnight as the church and aid society pursue growth and outreach.
A list of patents granted on September 2 to inventors across Western Pennsylvania Eastern Ohio and West Virginia. Names include O D Levis patent attorney James Durkin Albert Dane and James McTighe among others for devices such as heating apparatus portable forge car brake iron refining steel conversion work holder music rotor storm apron and more.
Saratoga Council No. 262 Jr. O U A M held its first anniversary banquet at Klopper's Hall in Lawrenceville. About 35 guests enjoyed a formal dinner with floral emblems and flags. The event honored ladies who donated a flag and recognized Long Council No. 2’s initiatory team. L W. Brown acted as MC with remarks by Harry Keil Will C. Evans and Frank Williams. The council formed September 8 last year and has roughly 270 members from the Seventeenth ward.
A Pittsburg contractor argues that Philadelphia prices and methods mislead buyers. He cites visiting Philadelphia houses, noting overinflated ad claims, and asserts Pittsburg can build similar homes 10 to 15 percent cheaper using the same materials and labor. He urges using Pittsburg sources for economies.
A letter to the editor defends a preacher against unkind charges about founding a Jamestown church and a failed Lakeside School of New Theology. The writer insists his Jamestown church has 500 members and denies losses in Beee and the Ohio toy farm. He cites ill health and a temporary halt in duties as reasons for stepping back.
A reader asks in The Dispatch whether a son born abroad to a U S Consul or representative can be President. The editor notes the Constitution requires natural born citizenship and suggests the Supreme Court would decide if such a person could hold office. A second reader inquires about lottery tickets legality with a response citing state law. West Penn Hospital location noted in Pittsburgh.
In Indianapolis a coroner calls a four child mother Mrs Siler's son a veritable Jesse Pomeroy due to a fierce fire mania. The 5 year old boy set fire to infant clothing and held a blazing paper to the baby's face causing death. He later tried to ignite a neighbor’s clothing but was stopped. The coroner warns he will be dangerous if allowed at large.
Miss Mary M. Monro wed Henry D. Scully in a ceremony at St Peter's Church. Rev McKay officiated with Harry Dunlap as best man and ushers Will Monro James Scully Will Lemon Andrew J Pee. The bride wore white silk and post ceremony reception followed at the Monro residence on South Fourteenth Street with floral decorations by Elliot.
Delegates from New York City Chicago Cincinnati Pittsburg St Louis and the District of Columbia gathered at Edets Hall Washington on September 21 to open the German American Technical League sessions. Carlbinder of Chicago presided and Francis R Fava Jr of the host city served as secretary. The annual president’s report and a National Council of Engineering Works memo on last Congress bills were presented, including a proposal to create a federal Department of Power.
A note from Bellows Falls Vermont recounts John G. Saxe writing a playful autograph line for a young lady, interweaving echoes of poetry and wit. The item also cites editorial quips about roads and politics, mentioning Chauncey F. Black of Pennsylvania and a future gubernatorial win.
Bruggemane Helt and Herman E Helt married last evening at the German Evangelical Lutheran Church on North avenue Allegheny. The bride is the daughter of contractor L F Brouggeman of 45 Ores Street. The groom learned carpentry with Mr Broneesen and is employed by him. The ceremony was witnessed by many friends.
The Troy Times urges forming reading and literary circles for young people to keep minds active through long winter months. Such associations provide stimulus to study and investigation and help improve intellectual engagement.
A social column highlights enameled floral designs in pansies and forget me nots as wedding decor. It notes upcoming wedding plans for Nettie Card and Daniel Agnew Moore on October 10 and recalls the wedding of Annie Schaub to Councilman Robert Berry with Father Joseph Suhr officiating. A lively birthday reception at Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mellor’s Edgewood home follows.
A Chicago Herald item notes a Minnesota man who has slept continuously for three years and is deemed eligible to serve as a Cronin juror because he has never heard of the case. The suggestion is to wake him to serve.
In Chicago News, a new troupe reveals the challenge of entertaining with a constable present in the proscenium box. The piece notes the tension between law and spectacle as audiences weigh humor against authority.
The Springfield Republic notes Boulanger appears unaware of his death and jokes that his head would tumble off when he sneezes, reflecting morbid humor on the political figure.
The poem sketches a moonlit meadow where flowers listen but hear nothing. Fairies wonder if a lovers answer is yes or no while Katy’s fate is voiced as Katy did or didn’t. Lady Moon smiles as lovers gain a chance to speak in twilight hush. Searl Bytfage, in Judge.
The Supreme Court is asked to cut bail for Ives whose current bond stands at 250002 dollars. If the court grants the reduction Ives could be aided by friends who would supply bondmen and help secure a swifter release.
Eighteen months after the Frances family tragedy two orphaned Franz children are found in Fordham. A Burglar named Kuntz is suspected of kidnapping to seize a 90000 mark inheritance. The children are to sail home on the Fulda next Saturday to claim the fortune.
Two years of sad family strife ended when Robert Lockwood, a young messenger, spoke of his secret marriage to Naikio and the disputes with his father. After a quarrel and drunkenness he was turned out and arrested for abandonment. Judge Ford discharged him.
The G A R in the city forms a new committee, Lafayette Post and Grant Post join Citizens Committee to raise funds for a Grant tomb monument near the World’s Fair site, aiming to complete plans and cooperate with existing grant funds.
Meeting at British American Investment Company offices in Wall Street discussed the St Louis Elevated road project. F Taylor said about 4 million dollars was raised, likely from foreign capital, and Phenix Bridge Company of Philadelphia will help build seven miles of elevated structure and bridges. Electricity will be used along the line.
Nine year old Murphy of West Twelfth Street was bitten by a fox terrier owned by Mrs. Stevens at No 66 West Twelfth Street. The dog reacted to a street band playing Where Did You Get That Bat and was calmed with cauterization. A colored man, the dog’s servant, fled down the street and has not been seen since.
Reading notices a man on Cotton Street tried to lasso an animal in a mine hollow near Mount Penn Gravity Railroad but abandoned the effort. A stray animal escaped with much difficulty as observers note local tramp voting influence and speculate on Grabb's wealth affecting New Jersey politics.
The New York World highlights General Houlanger’s notoriety as a political figure amid questions of leadership and defeat. The piece frames his career as marked by notable claims but multiple setbacks, signaling a controversial impact on public opinion.
Norristown hunter Jon Jones shoots an owl shaped bird with bright yellow and white plumage and a heart inkmark. Schuylkill’s Thomas Pattrox boasts the largest raccoon nearby. Swarthmore’s Dr. Srexcer studies a goblis carcass. a Chambersburg tree bears gigantic peaches. Butler’s William Nicket runs a 5 cent store. York grower Sawyer KACPYWAN ships long tobacco leaves. A Philadelphia inventor tests a streetcar floor with slats and rubber bands to roll riders forward.
Read as a collage of brief items, the page notes small facts from 19th century life. It cites French soldiers’ pay, Colorado wool records, a Garden City Kansas mystery, Cornell’s new year, a Sault Ste. Marie resident, and a German Krupp gun shipment.
A fragmented humor piece presents mock dialogue and caption style jests. It references American icons and satirical lines about wealth, marriage, and public figures, with playful interruptions and absurd exchanges.
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