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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1889

Page

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Diploma Mills Sell Fake Medical Degrees For $60

Boston report exposes two bogus diploma mills selling medical diplomas from 60 to 300 dollars. Rings operating in New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, New Jersey, Ohio and Canada issued nonaccredited credentials from a fake Trinity University. One buyer offered the diploma to police as evidence, revealing the scheme’s structure and the fake university’s paper existence.

Goodeman Fepecal Dispatch Boston New Hampshire Vermont New York New Jersey Ohio Canada Augusta Buffalo Association of Physicians Trinity University of Vermont Hardwicke Trinity University

All in Harmony Cleveland and Hill New Yorkers Ready to Hie

Democrats in Syracuse prepare for a united state ticket with Cleveland and Hill factions reconciled. Judge Frank Rice heads the ticket with Wemple for Controller and Tabor for Attorney General. Beach and O’Brien among possible nominees as talks reaffirm the 1888 St Louis tariff stance.

Cleveland Hill the Dispatch Syracuse N. Y Frank Rice Ontario Edward Wemple Montgomery Charles F. Tabor Zenett Daath Elliott Dani Becernor Hill Benedict John B. Reilly Plattsburgh Smith Weed W. A. Beach Court of Appeals Denis O'Brien Jefferson County St. Louis

Sullivan Cancels Syracuse Engagement for Democratic Convention

Special telegram reports John L. Sullivan canceling his Alhambra Rink appearance in Syracuse, citing a conflict with the Democratic convention. He asks Jerry Sullivan to relay the message from New York dated September 27, 1589, and Burnett to explain later. The “big fellow” is to open here next Saturday.

Syracuse N. Y John L. Sullivan Alhambra Sullivan New York Jerry Sullivan Yask Alhambra Rink Burnett Jous L. Sullivax

Three New Tascott Tales Spur Snell Murder Theories

Three fresh Tascott stories claim to solve Millionaire Snell's murder yet share a common flaw. They allege Tascott was not the real culprit and cite a lawyer as authority, who says he was consulted the day after the killing by James Gillan, an ex-convict now dead. The convict was reportedly in custody during the murder. The other narratives are similarly flimsy.

Curiaco Tascott Snell James Gillan

Fire and burglary wave hits Berks and Lancaster counties

A coordinated arson and burglary spree sweeps Wrighteville Barnesville and nearby towns. Fires destroy a public building five barns and a farm house. depots post offices and residences are looted. Suspects tied to a group called Fa e Score are in custody. two men, James Fiester and Herman Dersh, remain detained.

Brepsporo Berksand Lancaster County Wrighteville Allen Correll Barnesville Boas Philadelphia Reading Douglassville H. H Isage Amole Benedict 8 Niantic Lewis Turner Monocracy D Does Fae & Score Pooert James Fiester Herman Dersh

Republican Chairman Arrives to Oversee Party Work

Chairman Andrews of the Republican State Committee, fresh from the West, arrived at the Continental Hotel in Philadelphia. He said the party organization is in first class condition and plans to present prize banners to four counties. He dismissed Governor nomination talk as nonsense and emphasized a State Treasurer race next year. Senator Delamater was seen at the Lafayette and planned to travel to New York the next day.

Philadelphia Andrews Republican State Committee Continental West Senator Delamater Lafayette Delamater New York

Armenian Church Holds First Service in New York

The Armenian Church conducted its first service in New York City at Grace Chapel. Bishop Potter officiated with Rev. Dr. Saragian presiding, using ancient chant and liturgy in a nearly undefiled sacred language, while a censor Perfumed the chapel during the rites.

New York Potter Grace Chapel Saragian Constantinople

Governor's troop faces disintegration over resignations

Harrisburg dispatch reports the Governor's troop is in danger of breaking apart after Captain Perkins dismissed a First Lieutenant for alleged disobedience. Forty one cavalry members sought resignations, and 15 were discharged in alleged retaliation. A committee met General Gobin seeking intervention and a full examination by military authorities.

Harrisburg Perkins Cavalry Gobin

Knights Templar Commanderies Sail to Triennial Conclave

Pacific Coast report from San Francisco states Knights Templar commanderies in Oakland Los Angeles and Fresno departed by special train for Washington to attend the triennial conclave. The group will reach Chicago Saturday and Washington Monday with additional commanderies joining en route from Golden Gate Sacramento and California commanderies arriving in Chicago and Washington in sequence.

San Francisco Knights Templar Oakland Los Angeles Fresno Washington Chicago Golden Gate Sacramento California Golden Gate Commandery

Sad Fate of Two Boys near Helena

Albert Nelson aged 10 and Harry Walton aged 12 from Elkhorn near Helena were playing with giant powder left by miners. An explosion occurred. a coroner's jury investigates while camp miners rage. The careless miner may face severe punishment.

Helena Mont Albert Nelson Harry Walton Elkhorn

Democrat Prentiss Named Postmaster at Bethany Missouri

A telegraph from Wasecnomcs dated September 29 reports General M Prentiss has been appointed postmaster of Bethany Missouri. The nomination is attributed to Secretary Noble who praises Prentiss as a fine fellow and soldier. Controversy surrounds the appointment due to party lines and service record.

Wasecnomcs M. Prentiss Nethany Noble Prentiss

Ohio bank cashier Halliday surrenders to U S authorities

Robert P. Halliday, the Mount Gilead bank cashier who defaulted on about 10 000 to 36 000 of bank funds, turned himself in at Columbus. He was granted bail but could not post 25 000 and was jailed. He had been in hiding in Pennsylvania for four weeks and wept before the commissioner as his attorney argued the case.

Pearl Street Naswva N. H A. H. G. Hardwicke Buffalo N. Y Sim W. W. HL Essex England Bellevue Ohio Henry Iddbury Hhowever Dr. Bradbury P. S Bradbury Bright Trinity Hardwicke Expressman United States Columbus Femnsylvania Robert P. Halliday First National Bank of Mount Gilead Haggerty Halliday Simms J. J. Sullivan Gilead Reedsville Mifflin County Canada Wania Marengo Mt. Gilead Tvanis Pennsylvania New York Porter Findlay Fostoria Kansas City

Salvini Arrives for Farewell American Tour

Italian tragedian Salvini lands on the French steamer La Bretagne to begin a final U S tour with 14 performances at Palmer's Theater in New York starting October 10. He will present Samson Othello and The Gladiator in English and visit Boston Chicago Denver and other cities.

America ATOMA New Yeurs Signor Salvini Palmer's Theater Boston Chicago Denver San Francisco Samson W. D. Howells Brooklyn Delilah Desdemona John Malone Fago Misa Virginia Buchanan Dow

Discarded lover shoots former sweetheart near mill

John Friese, a socar conductor, shot and fatally wounded Miss Georgia V. Stone at Mt. Vernon cotton mills. While walking with George Moore, Stone refused Friese, who sat on a fence with companions. He fired twice and fled.

Bawrimone John Friese Socar Georgia V. Stone Mt. Vernon Friese George Moore

Chicago Politician Laughed to Death at Public Reference

Colonel Wiley S Scribner recorder of Cook County a local politician of note died after laughing for minutes at a visitor while reading a reference to Congressman Mason in the papers The exertion ruptured a diseased artery and he died within five minutes in Chicago on September 29.

Chicago Fanny Beqoid Wiley Scribner Cook County Congressman Mason Billy

Frances Willard Celebrates Fiftieth Birthday in Evanston

Miss Frances E. Willard, president of the National Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, marked her fiftieth birthday with a reception at the First Potions church in Evanston. Messages of congratulations were read from several prominent figures.

Frances Willard Frances E. Willard National Woman’s Christian Temperance Union

Wreck at Palatine Bridge Worsens and Victims Recover

A telegram from Canwas reports Mrs. Manning, injured in the Central Railroad wreck at Palatine Bridge on Friday night, is improving at Hotel Wagner. Her mother broke news of Mr. Manning’s death. remains sent to Albany. Fredonia resident Miss Manning remains in danger with severe injuries. Other survivors, including Porter Franklin’s heirs and R A Foysler party, are noted as the town discusses the disaster with local pastors.

Ante William H. Manning Central Railroad Palatine Bridge Wagner Davis Manning Albany Uette Mich Obio Porter Franklin Fredonia Williams New York R.A. Fovsler H. L Lewis

Miner’s fatal buoyant stunt proves deadly bet

Denver dispatch reports a Leadville miner in Denver hospital after a fatal attempted demonstration. A wager of 50 dollars motivated a man to suspend himself by the neck to prove a theory that life could be prolonged. he died as his body turned blue and he lapsed into unconsciousness before recovery failed.

Denver Leadville Frankey

Canadian American capitalists seek charter for rail line to Hudson Bay

In Saint Marie Michigan September 29 Canadian and American investors applied for a Parliament charter to build a 370 mile railroad from the Canadian Sea to Hudson Bay. Coal discoveries on Moose River 260 miles north of Soo spark interest as survey work planned January 1 led by engineer Joseph Fosens. The line would cross the Canadian Pacific main line and aims to open rich pine and mineral country for a Europe route via Hudson Strait.

Saint Ste. Marie Mica Canadian Sea Hudson Bay Moose River Zoo Canadian Pacific Soo Europe Hudson Strait Dominion Sitands Joseph Fosens

Political maneuvers tied to Pittsburg postmaster bid

The article notes J H Andrews Frank Willing Leach Senator Quay's private secretary Richard Quay and James McKean, Quay's choice for Pittsburg postmaster, arriving late at night. McKean sought Senator Cameron's support at Lochiel to oppose the candidacy while Cameron met other politicians with political axes to grind. Cameron and Quay held a multi day conference at Donegal before silent legs of travel to Middletown and Beaver.

HarBnrissure J. H. Andrewa Frank Willing Leach Senator Quay Richard Quay James 8 McKean Pittsburg Senator Cameron Lochiel Cameron Quay Donegal Middletown Beaver Andrews Young Quay Leach

Marie Blaine Seeks Divorce From James G. Blaine Jr

General Martin T. McMahon announced that once Mrs. Marie Blaine recovers from a serious illness, divorce proceedings will be filed against her husband James G. Blaine Jr. The type of divorce—absolute or limited—has not been decided. Reports say she asked that her child not be granted to Blaine if her illness proved fatal.

New York Martin T. McMahon James G. Blaine, Jr Blaine Doremus

Settlement on long-dragging Danish claim eyed at arbitration

A 35 year international dispute over an 1854 Danish seizure of American ships near St Thomas heads to arbitration in Athens. Washington lawyers have guided the case, with Sir Edmund Munson as arbitrator and the United States pressing for indemnity once the written briefs are filed.

Athens Tsprolas Thlegham Washington United States Danishaw Bt Thomas General Franklin Catherine Augusta Mexico St. Thomas Sir Edmund Munson Copenhagen Sir Edmund

Spiritualists Question Spirit Photos at Paris Congress

At a Paris congress, M. Lermina says spirit photos likely emanations of minds, not tricks. Londonist Everitt recalls a seance where a table rose and flames appeared, defying explanation. Dutch member Bitricke warns against mercenary mediums corrupting Spiritualism and efforts arise to end paid mediums in America.

Paris M. Lermina Everitt London M. W. Bitricke Spiri America

Delegates Converge for Informal Talks Ahead of Conference

Washington dispatch reports foreign delegates arriving for the International American Congress will hold an informal morning meeting with U S delegates to outline aims before the formal session on Wednesday. An American secretary will brief the U S side, while many telegrams from cities not on the tour receive uniform replies.

Washington International American Congress United States Theo Busied Dormal der Abi Acleck

Pillsbury Mills Sale Rumor Denied by C A Pillsbury

September 29 report quotes C A Pillsbury denying knowledge of a Chicago agent Meyer and claiming no sale. rumors link to Vandusenel and Washburn mills with uncertain option status and possible higher price needed to push sale. other figures deny truth of Vandusen and Star system sale claims.

Mreeraronis C. A. Pillsbury Chicago Pillsbury Mills Mr. Meyer Washburn Mills Gal Charlee Hlarringine Vandusen Star Systems

Reed Favored For Speaker On First Ballot In NY Clash

Special Telegram reports John M. Farquhar of Buffalo says two-thirds of New York members back Majorey for Speaker and Reed may win on the first ballot. NY delegation plans late October meeting to organize support for Maine candidate. Farquhar plans to push a bill subsidizing the American merchant marine at the first season opportunity.

Reed T Disfator John M. Farquhar Buffalo Majorey New York Saratoga Reed Maine Farquhar

Destructive Fire Ravages Botrerry Montana Business District

A serious conflagration in Botrerry Montana destroyed an entire block in the business part of the city. A strong wind hindered efforts to control the blaze and water supply was insufficient, with losses around 1,000,000 dollars. Several stores including a dry goods shop and a shoe store were burned along with the Bernard block and other buildings.

Botrerry Mont Oz District T Ee Dry Goods Doboei

Warned by a Ghost in Alleghany Station Mystery

Septem ber 29 report claims Dick Winston warned Rose of his approaching death by supernatural visitation. The fragment notes ghostly appearances and a fatality linked to the warning, suggesting a haunting surrounding the local railroad area.

Fecal Teleouam Alleghany Station Dick Winston Rose

Rochester asylum inquiry clears Dr Bowers and resigning

The Rochester asylum investigating committee found no culpable neglect by Dr Bowers as superintendent. Attentions are tightened to prevent atrocities uncovered, and Dr. Bowers resigned after the report was read and was accepted.

Pau Rochester Asylum Dr. Bowers Atten

Boulangist Movements Shift In Paris District Vote

After meeting the Comte de Paris, M. Herge withdraws from the election race in his district and backs the Boulangist candidate. A General Boulanger letter in Boulogne urges supporters to vote Conservative.

Paris Comte de Paris Sheen House M. Herge General Boulanger Boulogne

No Murder in 17 A Dead Woman Autopsy Report

New York dispatch says Deputy Coroner Conway held an autopsy on Miss Anna Lorensa Shaw, daughter of Mrs. Louise Shaw, who died at her mother's home last Thursday. The inquiry notes possible ill treatment and cites Dr. F B Marescial in connection with the case.

Isprosal New York Conway Anna Lorensa Shaw Louise Shaw E. L. Trion FB. F. Marescbal Conway Nees

Disputed Brain Evidence in Galvin Case Trials

In a contentious trial over Galvin's death the defense and prosecution clash on brain injury. Dr. Cook conducts knife skull experiments while the State presents witnesses from New York morgue and Yale physicians. The testimony questions whether Galvin died of apoplexy and whether puncture marks led to death.

Justeoue New York John Galvin Vin R. Cook Gary D. J Dr. Cook Eibit Bax Beter Cook

Baby bonds draw reports of large state sums

A New Orleans item notes credible chatter about a large issue dubbed the Baby bonds. Officials expect the total to start near 102,000 with added portions raising the sum toward 1,200,000 as the State Auditor and Attorney General Regeer review the matter.

New Ogneans

Sugar from Sorghum Cane Experiment in Hiverton

An agricultural note reports the September visit by Rusk officials to mills testing a diffusion process for producing sugar from sorghum cane. Chemists observed the equipment and process but remained doubtful about successful sugar yields from the sorghum experiment.

Hiverton Rusk Am Cape

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