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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
THE STATE CAMPAIGN.

WILLIAMsPoRT Sun (Dem.): Put your vote
in the slot (for Pattson) and see honest gov
eminent bob up serenely.
HARRISBURG Call (Rep) J: "Boss Bill Scott
has the Doodle, and Boss Quay has the brains" ("
is the way the boys size up the political sirua-
tion.
HARRISBURG Patriot (Dem.): The people of
Pittsburg gave Pattison a reception on Satur
day night which plainly indicates the feeling in
that city regarding the pending contest. Allie
gheny wanted Montooth for Governor and not
the great constitution breaker from Crawford
county.
PHILADELPHIA Nel0s Nnd.): Mr.. Lea con-
demns Delamater, because Delamater deserves
condemnation And what homes Republican
can help echoing Mr.. Lea's closing words ad-
dressed to Delamater: 1T is difficult to con-
lecture the mental processes by which any self
respecting citizen can Justify to himself a vote
in your favor"
ALTOONA Times (Dem.): The present con
dition of the campaign is such as to assure a.
Democratic victory at the polls in November
This is a fact that is patent to the leaders of
both parties, and whenever the masses of the
people have become acquainted with the true
situation of affairs the same opinion is also be-
ginning to prevail.
NoRRIsTowN Herald (Rep): If the Demo-
for appeals to voters in the next four weeks
than anonymous ISLANDERS against Delamater,
the managers might as well abandon the con-
test at once. To persist in the course followed
hitherto is an insult to the intelligence of the
people OF the State.
LANCASTER EIanliner (Rep.): So the cam
paign is in good shape for the Republicans and
will grow better as it progresses. Earnest.
active and united effort will do it. But let Re-
publicans continue to arouse the masses to the
importance of the interests at stake and work
as though they feared defeat, and the victory
will be greater than ever before.
ERIE Herald Dem.): 1t was Democratic
Governor who first attempted to relieve the
farmer from the burdens caused by the ine-
quality of the different taxes, and the Demo-
cratic party stands pledged to remove these in
equalities as far as possible. The farmers have
the mater in their own hands. Let them elect
a Democratic administration with a Demo-
cratic Legislature back OF it and they will Sc
cure relief from their burdens.
ALTOONA Times (Dem.): The Republican
rovolt in Pennsylvania is increasing, and it is
impossible to estimate to what extent it may
reach before the close of the polls on election
day. It is not an ordinary movement on the
part of a few dissatisfied kickers, but a revolu-
tion both in name and reality. Delamater's
prospects were unfayorable when he was NOM
mated as the candidate of corporate boss,
but now when ex-senator Emery has shown
that he is not whit better than his master,
the fioodgates of popular indignation have
broken loose.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
4 PRECIOUS GIFT.
Miss Elizabeth S. Dickson's Birthday Hand
somely Remembered by Her Nephews
and Nieces-The Craze for Scarlet-Sev-
araI XVaddinos-SociaI Gossin

Miss Elizabeth S. DicksOn's Birthday Hand
someIy Remembered by Her Nephews
and Nieces-The Craze for scarlet-Sev-
eral Weddings-Social Gossip.
A handsome diamond ring, gayety and Joy,
such was the happy combination that made
Tuesday, the 50th birthday anniversary of Miss
Elizabeth s. Dickson, of Edgeworth, memoir
able day. The sparkling solitaire was pre-
sented by her nephews and nieces, who united
IN the gift to Aunt Lib as an evidence of
their appreciation of the many kindnesses
shown them all by her since first began the IN
vasion of the old Dickson homestead by those
tyrants of all fortunate families, known as
grandchildren. 1t was In the evening by the
freside in the cosy sitting room OF the ancient
mansion, just when Miss Dickson was conclud-
ing that her anniversary had been forgotten
that the invasion and presentation was effected
Those who united in this token of their regard
were John D., Robert W., William A.. Mary
D.. Margaret W., Katherine O., and Laurie,
children of Mr.. and Mrs. Alexander NJ. Wat
son; John D., Henry L., Bennett, Paul H.,
Thomas, Joseph, Matthew and Agnes, children
of Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas ]. Graft; Joseph D.,
Benjamin, John D., James, Frank, Louise and
Marion, children of Mr. and Mrs. B. L, II.
Dabbs; Robert W.. son of DR.. and Mrs. Joseph
n. Dickson; Agnes, daughter of Or. and Mrs.
John s. Dickson, and j. Dickson Godfrey, son
of Mr.. and Mrs Ed Z. Godfrey many of whom
are well known in business and professional
walks in this vicinity
Miss Dickson is daughter of DR.. John Dick
son, deceased, still remembered as the most
celebrated physician and surgeon of Pittsburg,
and also as man of vast and profound learn
ing in the natural sciences Her mother, also
deceased, was Mary Ann Way, of the we'll
known Quaker Ways. who settled in the
Sewickley valley a century ago. having pur
chased their lands. still in the family, from the
original Penns. She is a niece OF DR.. II. Dick
son. and of DR.. Thomas Dickson, who died in
consequence of camp fever contracted at
Gettysburg during the war, and is a sister of
DR.. Joseph N. Dickson and DIR. John 8. Dick
further Identification with the life and achiev-
ments of this city.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
OUR SHORT STORIES.
NEVER SET BY ER STRANGE WHITE MA


a UNIT LNDY returned from visit to her son
with deep marks of trouble on her ebony
face. Pressed for the cause of her distress she
said: Honey. yer amt nuver gwine to git dis
chile.ter set side er strange white man ergin.
Ell gifts on de train at Hopes station fur ter
come home fun gwine ter see mer son whut's de
cook at de hotel dar. Il goes in de cheer car cas-
dat's whar er lady lack me belongs. Oar wuzn'
but de one empty cheer. 1 look at de man whut
wuz In de mex cheer, an ses ter mer sef
Iindy, yer dom wanter set by dat man fur he's
fat an pussy an mos bal an de little har he's
got's red' Des den de drummer whut wuz set
tin him him say, Set down, aunty, set down.
Dat mans mer frien'.' 1 nuver lack it bout
him calm me aunty. but 1 'spect he huver
knowed no better. / sot down an tuck mer
carpet bag in mer lap. Den de drummer call
de fat man an he wake up. l nuver
look at him, case er lady haster be
mighty tickler bout er strange man. 'uz er
settin' dar w1d mer cawpet bag in mer lap, des
lack I'm er tellin' yer, honey an feel sumpin'
drap inter mer lap. l look down, an it wuz er
snake. des fetch one yeil, an fell outen de
cheer back'ards, and breck it all ter pieces. De
cawpet few up an come down an bus, an all
mer clo'es an de ham an de bread an vittels
whut mer SOD gimme fun de hotel fly out all
ober de car an de folkses. All ub 'em laff, an
dat fat man laf de loudes'. Den know dat it
wuz him whut had de snake. Er man say,
'Aunty, dat wuz er inja rubber snake Den
gifts mad, honey. De conductor meek er big
fuss bout me breckin' de cheer. but l nuver say
nuthin' tall ter him. Ides pick up all de things
often de ho', an tell dat fat man my 'pinion ub
er man whut's so low-down an mean an nasty
as to skeer er lady jst co'se she won't pay no
'tention ter him. OATS de las time, honey dat
1 goes er trablin' lessen got er geman wild me
fur ter 'tect me-"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
HOW DO YOU VOTE7

Some More Popular Topics for Exposition
Visitors to Ballot On.
This is the sixth week of the Exposition.
The topical voting pastime inaugurated by
THE DISPATCH will be continued till the close
at It's headquarters, in the commodious space
occupied by the Brunswick -Balk- Collender Bill
lard Company. This week some vital topics
have been selected, and all are requested to
vote yes or no IN The DISPATCH Poll Book,
which opens and closes with the Exposition
every day and night.
THURSDAYS VOTING TOPIC.
Should Cobble Stone Pavements be Prohibited
in All Sections of the City? Open to lady
and gentlemen voters.
FRIDAYS VOTING TOPIC.
Should the Exposition be Kept Open for a
Longer Period Next Year? Open to lady
and gentlemen voters.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
KNOWN IN ENGLAND.

A Member of the British Party After Infor-
nation About Our Schools.
English. quite English, you know" was a
letter received yesterday at the rooms of the
Central Board of Education from the "Luckey.
ESQ.,, Superintendent of Public Schools" that
appeared upon the envelope TO the inscription,
and the signature contained within. The in
scription was to the effect that the writer would
be at the Monongahela House for several days
with the British party, of which he was mem
Der, and that it was his desire to learn ali he
could of Pittsburg public schools whose fame
had reached old England, while he was in the
city. and that he would have to depend upon
superintendent Luckey for the information or
directions how to obtain It,
The signature was that of a very prominent
English gentleman, whose interest in our pub
them.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

THE charge that the so-called Gland for
feiture bilr' passed at the recent session of
Congress was not land forfeiture bill at all
was made on the floor of the House, when the
bill was on its passage. 1t is now corroborated
by President Oakes, of the Northern Pacific,
who says the bill establishes the title of his
company to nearly fifty million acres Of land,
and that the land forfeited between Wallula
Junction and Portland is 10 less, because his
company never expected to acquire it. Even
taking the charitable view that there was no
bad faith in the passage of the bill, it is re-
markable commentary on the present Congress
that when it tries to pass land forfeiture bill,
it really passes land grab bill.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
Politics of the W. &. T.. U.

Miss willard in Chicago Tlmes.]
There is not the slightest organic connection
between the Woman's Christian Temperance
Union and any other organization or any po-
l1tical party. AS far as the third party is con-
cerned all we do is simply to pass resolutions
indorsing it. When either the Republican or
Democratic party shall espouse our cause we
will as heartily pass resolutions in its favor. We
shall not thank the Supreme Court for its de-
cision in the original package case. but we will
thank Congress for the passage of the act over
turning that decision. In short, we are around
watching for good deeds Of men in order that
we may say something good about them.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
Golden Circles Good Work.

An organization called the Golden Circle,
composed of members Of Kings Daughters
have undertaken a work of evangelizatlon
among the patients at the West Penn Hospital
An appeal is made for papers, books, and in
fact any reading matter that would tend to
make the long hours of the sufferer pass more
quickly. Last Sunday ten Bibles were given
out and the circle also distributed 200 papers
and quantity of fruit Donations will be ac-
knowledged if sent to Mrs. Morrow, at No. SO
Buena Vista street, or Mrs. ]. N. Porter. No.
1S4 North avenue.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
We Legislate for Our Own Country.

From the Chattanooga Press.i
The Democratic newspapers have been re-
duced in their attempt to find fault with the
Mckinley tariff law to quoting the grumblings
and complaints of foreign countries at the
passage of that measure. The kicks of the
German, English and French manufacturers
are thought to be entitled to great weight in
tne discussion OF the measure by the bowling
free traders of America. The Republicans
submit the law to the consideration of the
people of the United States, and rest satisfied
in the assurance that it is to foster the interests
OF our own country however it may affect the
trade of others.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
LOVERS ON THE STAGE.
A Little Spat Between Singers at the Re-
hearsal of an Opera.


One wouldn't think to see the various love
scenes in Bohemian Girl" between Airline
tMyra Mirella) and Thaddeus IF. Miohelena)
that they could ever be cranky with each
other, like ordinary mortals. But they can,
and they are, quite frequently. which fact only
proves more conclusively that their acting yes
terday afternoon, as well as their singing, was
very artistic.
Miss Mirella is a natural beauty, either on
the stage or of, and just wee bit spoiled by
overlndulgence and petting. An incident at
rehearsal the other day evidenced this, and
caused poor Michelena to gnaw his black
mustache in silent rage. The director, who is
to the ordinary observer slightly dictatorial
beyond the requirements of his position, ven-
tured to suggest in an abrupt tone and man.
ner that Miss Mirella did not render her part
with the desired degree of excellence.
The little beauty. with flashing eyes and
defiant air, quickly responded, well, can do
no better as long as he does so poorly"
The ''he" referred to was Michelena, and the
directors criticisms following the tart remark
of Miss Mirela were sufficient to call forth
bit of natural acting on his part that was far
ahead of anything attempted by him in the
opera. The way he folded his arms and gazed
with superiority upon those around him and
everything in general, at the same time biting
furiously at the long silken hairs of his mus
tache. was the perfection of art. But what
ever their differences behind the scenes they
are in perfect harmony before the audience if
such is necessary, and certainly make the most
irresistible lovers. Quite a large house wit
messed the bohemian Girl"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
DEATHS OF A DAY.
William B. Davis.

William p. Davis, brother Of Thomas Il. Davis
ESQ.,, died yesterday at his residence in the Twen-
ty-seventh ward after an illness OF four years of
suffering, which he bore with patient fortitude
departing with smile on his face at his release.
MIR. Davis was mailer, well known and highly
this being ri.At, though a strong Republican in
sentiment and practice. his standing was such
that he was elected member of the school board,
though the district is strongly Democratic, and
when 1t was st. Clair borough years ago. Mr. Da-
Wis was the choice Of both parties in the Borou gh
Council. He bequesths to his children an honor.
citizen and soldier, having been in service during
the Rebellion.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
AN INDIANA WEDDING.
George r. Stewart United to Miss Ella NJ.

George r. Stewart United to Miss Ella M.
Wilson.
Mr.. George R. Stewart was married last
evening to Miss Ella M. Wilson, daughter of A.
w. Wilson. a prominent merchant of Indiana,
Pa. The ceremony took place at the residence
of the BRIDES parents being conducted by Prof.
Wilson, of the Western theological Seminary.
brother of the bride, assisted by Rev. ]. II.
Stewart. brother of the groom. Among those
present were Judge Clark and Miss Annie
Clark, of Indiana; Prof. Fair and wife, of Kis-
kiminetas; S. F. Stewart, of Des Moines Robert
Smith, President of the Union National Bank
of Pittsburg, and wife; Mrs. j. H. Stewart; ].
Miss NJ S'Sa Eha o. oIarr ~ anu WE & OF Eagewortn;
Irwin. and John Quay and wife. of East Liver
pool. The presents were numerous and costly.
The young couple will make q bridal tour of
the West.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
TO FLASH LIGHT ON THEM.

How the Atlantic City Officials VIII be
Entertained Here.
The party of Atlantic City officials who are
coming to Pittsburg to inspect the Gamewell
police patrol system will arrive in town this
morning. They will be taken in charge by
Coroner Mcdowell and Superintendent Morris
Mead, of the Bureau of Electricity, who will do
the honors for the city
The party will be taken to the different
patrol stations, and the details of the system
VIII be explained. About the most interesting
appliance to be shown them will be the fash
lght apparatus, by which all the police down
lown can be called together at minutes notice.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

In connection with the rejection of de-
mand of the miners of Ishpeming, Mich. for
reduction of the hours of work. the New York
World solemnly points out the fact that "the
duty on soft coal was left at rs cents per ton
for the ostensible purpose of increasing the de-
mand for and the wages of labor" The es-
teemed World is evidently IN need OF the in
formation that there Is no soft coal mined
within some hundreds of miles OF Ishpeming.
The miners there mine iron ore.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
How Judge Wilson Was Amazed.

rIUm tne IIORa AgItator.I
The Hon. 8. F. Wilson, Of this place, was
thrown into state of great mental excitement
Saturday by the following message: "Em and
the ten-pound girl all right" The telegram
was handed to his Honor, who is a confirmed
old bachelor, in the postoffice, and he ejacu-
lated, "By heavens. another county heard
from" He Immediately hied himself to the
telegraph office to find out who '.Em" was and
where she lived, and it was there discovered
that the message was for Mr.. R. F. Wilson, the
wellknown blacksmith Mrs. Wilson is at the
home of her parents in Bradford
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

THE police count in the city Of New York
indicates population 100000 greater than that
shown by the United States census. If Pitts
burg should arouse itself to call for a similar
improvement of the showing of population.
the same ratio would give it a population of
10000, and would show an aggregate for the
two cities of 1856 900.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
Bayley-Sponsler Nuptials.

Howard Bayley. well-known young Smith
field street business man. was married last
evening at Trinity Episcopal Church to Miss
Cora Sponsler, of Church avenue, Allegheny
City. After the ceremony. which was attended
by only few intimate friends and relatives,
the party repaired to the Hotel Duquesne,
where the wedding dinner was enjoyed. The
bride and groom left on the limited at 9 o'clock
for Chicago and the west, where they will re-
main for two or three weeks.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

THE London Times continues to vflify
the United States for proposing to send relief
to Ireland, but as the words of the Times do not
satisfy the hunger of the Irish, America will
continue to send the relief, just the same.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
The Goddess of Liberty Must Go.

From the Boston Globe.]
Among the laws passed by the late Congress
was the one which says in effect that the God
dess Of Liberty must 20 from the silver half
dollars, quarters and dimes. Libertys cap on
the end Of pole is hateful emblem to those
who hate freedom,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

The theory of the Philadelphia Press
that when the Constitution says one thing it
means another, would be convenient as ex-
planning the fact that the Pennsylvania Rail
road now controls the South Penn. But un-
fortunately the Supreme Court holds that the
Constitution means what it says.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

THE river and harbor bill did not con-
tribute cent to the improvement of Salt
river Evidently the Congressman have their
own interests in view and do not desire to make
that stream pavigable.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

THE fusion movement in the New York
City tickets Is referred to by the New York
Sun as "the combination of parsons and Re-
publicans" This looks like certificate of
good character for the Republicans who are
Joining the fusion movement.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

SENATOR WATREs joins the Philadelphia
Inquirer in recognizing the similarity of the
present campaign to that of 1882 Every one is
beginning to see it; but the perception will not
be complete until it is discovered that it is like
the campaign of 1882, except that 1t Is more so.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
Now You Hush.

From the Youngstown Telegram
There is some talk in Pittsburg of having
celebration July ], 1900. ON the completion of
the Government building. but it is only talk,
as there is no assurance that it will be finished
until decade later.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
Rough on Congress.

From the Savannah News.l
Congress has stopped wrangling and left the
Capitol. And that's about all 1t did leave.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
Michael DAWN.

Michael DAWN, one OF the oldest residents OF
Woods Run, died yesterday morning at his resi-
dence, No. 553 Preble avenue. He was in his 7zd
year and was respected by his neighbors and ac-
Quaiutances, -
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09
The Count VIII Not be Here.

The Comte de Paris will not be present at the
banquet to be given by the Loyal Legion in this
city the 18th of next month, but elaborate
royal good time is anticipated nevertheless.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

SWEET were those days of childish plays
When we roamed and romped together,
And twas not amiss to steal q kiss
AS we scurried DER the heather.
But these are past-they could not last
You're now Miss in dresses;
The hand whose stroke boy-loye awoke
Some other chap caresses.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

THE Government will locate the fifth dam in
the Ohio at Beaver. It's hard to tell where or
how the river men will place their damns.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

SOME girls who horseback riding go are a
little loose in their habits. It's the dressmak-
er's fault. however.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

If President Harrison didn't shift about oc-
casionally the people wouldn't know what he is
there for.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

A WRITER in wet goods journal says liquor
strengthens the voice. SO does an onion.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

WHEN you criticise the mistakes and misses
in a newspaper remember that it was made in a
day.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

ABOUT the only thing that can be left lying
around loose nowadays is a toothbrush.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

THE chief officer of the Chicago Health
Board has ordered that young ladies hereafter
must be vaccinated on the arms. There's
plenty of room on Chicago girls foot. and we
don't blame them for kicking against the edict
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

ALLEGHENY will have glad Stone If the
ballots fall that way next month.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

THE watch on the Rhine does not furnish
Germany with standard time.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-10-09

A DELAWARE State Senator has achieved
notoriety by kicking a woman. Kigore's style
of craftsmanship Is catching on.