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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
ALVTUS love FEAST.
The Pride Of the Twenty-sIxth Ward Holds
a Pleasant Entertainment

Pleasant Entertainment.
The Lotus Club, o. The SOutbslde, held tAe
pleasant rooms on Carson street last night.
Twas held foT the members only, and was 4
new feature for the Lotus The large parlor on
the second floor was filed to its utmost ca
paCity Mr, F, R, Gearing, president Of the
Board Of Directors, acted as master Of cere.
monies
There was pleasing and enjoyable enter
tainment furnished by local talent, Dr. 3. A.
Woods, the popular physician and author, de-
livered a short address. He aimed at showing,
by well selected words, that not all the good
coming from clubs is the opportunity they az
ford for drinking. They can be
made an elevating element for any
community If properly conducted. Frank
Ammon's recitation of Bernardo de CarpIo and
Will Rauch's delivery of Marc Anthony's ad-
dress were very creditable j. W. Swearer, a
Southside glassworker gave performance on
glass tumblers. and several other musical selec-
tions were rendered by Messrs. Hartman, He'll
and Salisbury. DR.. h. L. Reinecke gave
humorous recitation.
The most amusing part of the entertainment
was the sparring exhibition given by Messrs.
Bryan and Davis, who have gained quite a
local reputation for their hstic qualities. They
spared several rounds, and were applauded so
heartily that they were compelled to appear
again. Captain William Stewart, of the Third
police district was present to see that no one
got hurt, but his services were not required
The affair was brought to close at II o'clock.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
THE BEST THAT'S GOING.

What the man with influenza breads IL
sneezeterlY wind.-Puck.
Dignity is a good thing; but il you're in
the rear Of big crowd and wish to see the pro-
cession, don't stand on 1t. Get on a barrel
Puck.
A New Defnition-Little Miss Fanny
L say, Bobl can you tell me what a widower Is?
Master Bob (aged eight)-Don't know, Fanny,
unless it's the husband OF Widow.-sTlLd9e.
Stranger Ito small boy)-Is your father
home?
Small Boy-N6, SIR. He went to the cemetery
this morning.
Stranger-When will he return?
Small Boy-He's gone to stay.-LVs.
Bagley-Too bad about Turner failing.
Bailey-Yes; too bad.
Bagley-What are the liabilities?
Bailey-The liabilities are that Turner win AAEo
. clean "a, 90 out Of it.-Jud0e.
SAD BUT TRUE.
Alasl lass is sometimes false,
For false maid is made;
Her waist Is but barren waste
Though stayed she Is not staid.
-J.a0G
LAWYER (entering cell)-HoW are you
feeling this morning?
Murderess-Very well, thank you
LAWYER (furIOusly)-Very well! Wnat the deuce
do Won mean bv having such brutal, rugged. good
health when you know that your life depends on
your delicate condition!-PUck.
Rev. DR.. Primrose-HOnesty is the best
policy, my friend.
Convict know It.
Rev. Dr. PrimrOse-n that's 50, then how did
you get in hereS
too late.-IVs.
''DO you think your sister likes to have
me come here, JameyG'
''You bet. You take her to the ths-a-ter and
bring her candies
'I'm glad can make her happy"
'sYes, and the young felleF what she's engaged
to don't mind 1t either. for 1t saves him thas
much money toward going to a0ussksepinG.''
LIZA
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
lKGERSOLL ON TIE ADMINISTRATION.
Il Reminds Him of Couple of Funny Little
Stories.

Il Reminds Him of Couple of Funny Little
Stories.
ESPECIAL TELEoRAM TO THE DIsPArcH.I
WASHINGTON, January 16.-The clubs here
are laughing over remark attributed to Col
onel Bob Ingersoll, that this administration re-
minded him of a dispute between man and
his wife as to what they would have for their
Christmas dinner. The man wanted turkey
and the woman demanded duck; SO they COM
promised on cabbage.
II told Mr.. Harrison the other day." the Col
onel is quoted as saying, what 1 thought of
his way of running things He has been vast
ing the peoples time examining into the claims
of every applicant for place, from Cabinet sec
retaries down to doorkeepers. He has been in
Office more than ten months now, and he is
still worrying over some of those cases that
were laid before him the day he entered the
White House. The longer he waits the more
applicants arise; and when there are 20 appli-
cants for one place, the effect OF his final de-
cision IS to make 10 enemies and friend.
And what a friend that one isl Why, a
neighbor of mine who was among the first ap-
plicants for a certain Office was kept waiting so
long that he finally forgot all about it. The
other morning met him on the street and he
to-day? That fool Harrison has appointed
me- When told that story to the President,
he inquired solemnly: Colonel Ingersoll, who
was that manf Mr.. President, answered,
you don't need to have me tell you. You've
appointed couple of thousand men, more or
less, to office. Just think them over and make
a guess-you can't fail to hit the right one.'"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
DEATHS OF A DAY.
James Porter, sr.

Early yesterday morning, after several days III
ness one of the most venerable citizens of
Sewickley passed away in the person of james
Porter, Sr. Mr.. Porter's death was due to COM
plication OF disorders, but his advanced age-he
was in his 94th year-may be assigned as the
principal cause. Mr.. Porter was born in 1897 in
Forfar, in the county of Forfarshire, Scotland.
In early manhood he married Miss Ellen Grant.
also a native of FOrfar. They came to America in
1897. experiencing shipwreck before reaching
New York. In that city they stayed ten years,
and then came to Pittsburg. After residing here
wear they moved to Sewickley-then a small
settlement on land Just won from the wilder
ness. Ever since that day Mr.. Porter
there three years ago at the age OF S9
Their children were nine In number, four bows
and five girls, three Of whom died in New York
Two are still nving-Captain James Porter, well
known upon the river and in the iron business
and Mrs. Annie Dickson, widow OF the late Ste
phen Dickson. Mary, Robert Margaret McClel-
land and David Porter all died before their pa
rents Mr. Porter was an upright, warm-hearted
vigorous man. He was a staunch member of the
Presbyterian Church in Sewickley, and a regular
attendant thereat. None will sorrow for him more
sincerely than the little children near his home
To the last he bore the weight Of years lightly; his
mind and body were singularly vigorous. The
funeral will take place on Saturday.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
THE RAMSEY-BOYD NUPTIALS.
A NOrthside SOcleryEvent at the North Ave
nue M, E, Church Last Night.

A NOrthside socleryEvent at the North Ave-
nue. M. E. Church Last Night.
Robert Boyd, son of the well-known Ale
gheny liveryman, was united in marriage to
Miss Charlotte s. Ramsey. formerly of Jeffer-
sonville, Ind. The ceremony was performed by
Rev. 7. J. Leak, of the North Avenue NJ. E.
Church. the church being crowded with friends
and relatives of both parties.
The bride and groom were both clad in trav-
cling dress, The marriage was one Of charm
ing simplicity. there being no bridemaids or
groomsmen. The bride and groom stood in the
center of the group of ushers. Messrs. John A.
Boyd. Hodge Ralston, Walter Riddle, John
McCracken. j. d. Rodgers aud Steve Ramsey,
all forming group in front Of the pulpit.
After the ceremony the bride and groom
were warmly congratulated and left on the
limited for Western trip, which will embrace
Chicago, Kansas City, Denver and other West
ern cities. The happy pair have q host of
friends in both cities who will join in wishing
them long and pleasant voyage on the matri-
nfa1o
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

EMPEROR WILLIAM of Germany is
planning to build magnificent new Cathedral
in Berlin His father combined piety with
military ambition also. During the Franco
German war the old Emperor always praised
heaven when he won a battle. He was so
seldom defeated that his behavior in that case
is not known to US.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

that is being piled up against our climate.
General Greeley may thank his star, that Il
has not yet been proven beyond all doubt
that the triaing character OfhiS predictions
is responsible for the eccentric weather we
have been, or rather we have not been, en-
iOying lately But the Signal Service
should take care. 1tis being watched.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
OVS Nall PQgCR
DoIIy's Street Car Studies.
To the Editor Of The Dispatch;

10 the Editor ofThe Dispatch;
1t is extremely amusing and interesting for
one to compare the classes Of men continually
on exhibition in the street cars Of the various
lines oiIhlS city, The iHt one presented 10
my mind here is the gentIemanly man. He is
distinguishable more by his department than
BY bis attire he always aims to ba kind and
polite to the fair sex. When he sees a lady enter
car he politely gets up and offers her his seat,
If there are none vacant and hands her fare up
to the box, If there is no conductor on the car
to collect 1t, and in various ways acts the
agreeable. To this class of men the ladies owe
much Of their comfort.
The "Macawbers" come next He is con-
tinually expecting something to turn mp, - and
is consequently on the lookout for that some
thing. OF course it is quite natural for this
man to be sometimes absorbed in the newspa-
per fortunately he always carries One), or to
gaze long and earnestly out of the car window,
and it is natural that he fails to observe lady
when she enters the car, who Is sometimes
rudely jostled and nearly Dlisters her hands
changing to the strap" She might be spared
all these annoyances If 'Mr. Macawber" were
little more gallant and less preoccupied.
Another, very disgusting too, is the effem-
mate man. That delicate piece OF mechanism
IS OF little more use than pet poodle. He is
all smiles and very engaging IN his way. We
nave seen more than one of this class remain
scared IN car. apparently very comfortable,
Tor 20 or 30 blocks, while ladies in the same car
have just comfortable standing room.
The sleepy man is quite a study. It is won
dertul what tendency some men have TO sleep
while travelling in the cable cars. It is rather
convenient, certainly, but while they are sleep
ing. or rather feigning sleep, they are losing
slght OF the many little gallantrieS they might
be Offering TO the ladies. have seen, and very
recently (having occasion to ride in the cable
cars every day., perfect Hercules, who by the
way was wide awake, shield young lady
from harmless drunken man who was
being hustled OF the cars, by putting his
arms around her very tenderly, keeping bis seat
In the meantime. and as soon as the excitement
was over and danger past. he folded his arms
complacently, evidently thinking himself very
heroic. OF course it was amusing Young
ladies' have in several instances recently got up
and gave their places to old ladies and ladies
with babies In their arms, while the men pres
ent remained seated. Young men have re-
marked to me: II used 70 give place to the
ladies. but they sit down disdainfully and not
even speak their thanks" / am happy to say
these so-called ladies are the exception All
ladies are not only thankful, but secretly IL not
openly, admire man who is gentlemanly and
polite. DOLLIE WARDEN
LAWRENCEvLLE, January 16
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
LAST OF THE OPEN HEARINGS.
The Ways and Means Committee Closes It's
Doors 70 the Public.

Doors to the Public.
WASHINGTON, January l6-H. T. Richard
son, of New fork. was the only witness to ap-
pear before the Ways and Means Committee
this morning. He represented the large stove
makers of the United States. and presented
petition signed by them asking that mica be re-
tanned on the free list, on the ground that to
place duty upon that article would be to bur-
den the manufacturing interests. The witness
said that the production of large mica in the
United States during the past three or four
years had been SO slight that manufacturers
had been obliged to use the small mica. To
place a duty upon mica would enhance the cost
to the manufacturer without benefting the
consumer.
Mr.. Flower read telegram from the ]. L
Mott Iron Works, the Union Stove Works and
the Manhattan Stove Works, urging the re-
tention of mica on the free list. Congressman
H. c. Mccormick, Pennsylvania, representing
the lumber interests of his State, argued
against any reduction of'the duty on lumber.
Congressman Ewart, North Carolina, urged a
protective duty on mica.
The committee then adjourned and will have
no more open hearings.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
TWO MISGUIDED ROBINS
Build Nest and Attempt TO Raise Brood
,n ,La TVFn,.- aa..,a.

Build Nest and Attempt TO Raise Brood
In the Winter Months.
PUNxsUTAwNHY, January l6-The most re-
markable circumstances of this remarkable
winter is related by Rev. b. g. Hall. and can
be relied upon as being strictly true in every
particular. few weeks ago pair of robins
came to the premises OF DaYid Runner, a farmer
Of South Mahoning township, and fingered
around for several days. Finally they con-
cluded to set up housekeeping, and accordingly
built comfortable nest in the corner Of Mr..
Ruffner's smokehouse.
One day last week Mr.. Ruffner happened to
look into the nest and there. much to his
astonishment, he saw three tiny young robins,
Just out Of the she'll The little fledgelings
were getting along nicely until the cold snap
came, but there Is some doubt expressed about
them surviving until ths temperature moder-
ateR
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
The Wrongs of the Utss.

To the Editor Of The Dispatch:
1 cannot resist the desire to give you hearty
handshake for your remark In THE DISPATCH
Of January 8. noticing the treatment of the
Utes IN Colorado by the United States officials.
Truly there is no more barbarous injustice in
Siberia" Did Mr.. George Kennan study the
frontier in America he could easily find the
atrocities in Russia matched.
When the people of our country are aware Of
these wrongs, done in their name, they will
speedily cease. Again, thank you with fervor
for the notice, which I saw for the first time
this morning. GEORGE 7. KERCHEFAL-
DETROIT, MICH, January I5.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
ALLEGHENY GENERAL BENEFITS.

A Meeting TO Arrange for Series Of Enter
tainments ut Carnegie Hall.
The Ladies' Board of the Allegheny General
Hospital had a meeting yesterday morning re-
garding the series of entertainments that they
will give in Carnegie Hall during the week Of
February 8
They did not make any permanent arrange
ments or appoint any committees, but simply
outlined in a general way the programme for
the various entertainments. Another meeting
will be held next Wednesday at the hospital,
when definite plans will be discussed and de-
cided upon,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
A QuealIon Of RnIes.

To the Editor of The Dispatch:
Will you kindly inform me through the Mail
Pouch if honorary members of clubs have
right to vote in all the business matters? State
plainly if this rule is general or. are there ex-
ceptions? q. H, l.
MCKEEsPoRT, January Is.
Zach club regulates such matters in its own
way and its constitution and bylaws pre-
scribe who shall vote. Ordinarily honorary
members have no vote
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
HIrh Wage. for PuddIsr..

To.the Editor Of The Dispatch:
What years between 1859 and 1890 did the
boilers or pudders receive 50 per ton for boiling
or pudding? READER.
PITTsBURG, January Is.
[s9 per ton has not been paid for pudding
during these years. From November. 1866 TO
August, 1857, and during the months Of Sep
tember, October, November and December.
1884, the price for pudding reached the 50
point. In the latter year bar iron sold for S168
per toni
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
Only a Temporary Shutdown.

To the Editor OF The Dispatch:
A few days since there was an article pub,
Hshed in your paper setting forth that the
Tifin Glass Company had closed indefinitely.
and with comments on the same. write to
say whoever gave you this information did so
without authority.
down for a few days. but will commence opera
tions again soon. Please contradict the state
ment in your next issue.
The TIFFIN GLASS COMPANY.
s. B. GwATH, President
TIFFIN, January l6
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

THE gobbling of the Commercial Tele-
gram Company by the Pos tai Telegraph Com
pany is attended with one good result az all
events. By President Mackay's orders the
bucket shop tickers in New York, which had
been served by the Commercial Company were
not allowed to tick yesterday. Every tick
stopped probably meant dollar saved to some
hodv
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

THERE is no improperly IN the Afro
American League of Chicago asking Congress
to vote a hundred million dollars to assist
white citizens of Alabama to emigrate. The
petition is just as reasonable as similar requests
made by Southern whites to expedite the re-
moval of the negroes.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

THE jury, which returned a verdict of
acquittal in the case of an alleged speak-easy
proprietor :he other day, was not discharged in
disgrace, as was at the time reported. 1t was
discharged for that day only, and because its
work was done, Since then it has been serving
the county to the satisfaction of the Court. 1t
appears that no ground existed for the severe
reflections made upon the jury at the time and
THE DISPATCH is very glad to know it.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
An Ensr End Reception.

End, presented very attractive appearance
last evening. Between the hours of and IL
o'clock a continual throng of handsomely
dressed ladies and gentlemen were received by
the charming hostess. The decorations we're
in exquisite taste, and the refreshments served
would tempt an eplcurean.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

WAsHINGToN, January 16.-Among the con-
firmatlons reported by the Senate to-day were
the following: Postmasters, W. T. Thomas.
North Baltimore, Ohio: W. Fl. Fripp, Carroll
ton, Ohio; L N Gearing, BelIefontaine, Ohio;
Civil Service Commissioners, Theodore RoOse-
south Carolina; Solicitor of Internal Revenue,
Alphonso Hart of Ohio
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
In the contest between th. publicist and

IN the contest between the pubIiCiSt and
the peer in the London Criminal Court yester,
day, the publicist came out with years i'm
prisOnment. An experience OF the same sort
befell Mr.. Stead when he undertook in his
paper some time ago to deal with the derelic-
tions of the privileged class. Whatever else
may happen. the British judges are evidently
determined that the nobility shall have the
benefit of the strictest application of the rlgor-
Gus libel laws. They seem to need it badly
enough
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
No Diphtheria There.
To the Editor Of The Dispatch:

To the Editor Of The Dispatch:
should be much obliged if you would con-
tradict report that has appeared in some Of
the papers, to the effect that diphtheria is pre-
valent in Washington and its vicinity. have
questioned DR.. Grayson on this subject and he
assures me that there are no cases of diph-
liberia in Washington or the neighborhOod, but
there are several cases Of la grippe of very
mild type.
P. s. MEsNY. Rector, Trinity Hall.
WASHINGTON, Pa, January Is.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
Evidently Hard Hif.

London Saturday Review
Mark Twain's "a Yankee at the Court of
King Arthur" is triumph of dullness, vul-
garity and ignorance such as none but an
kee in the time of Queen Victoria can compass
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

The militia officers of New Hampshire
are stirring up sectional strife. They are COM
planning of the 'indiscriminate bestowal of
military titles" If this isn't aimed at the Ken
lucky Colonels and Majors we are much mis-
taken,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
Lizzie Katie Duff.

Katie, the S-months-old daughter Of Dennis
Duffy, we'll known young resident Of Wylie ave-
nue. died yesterday. The little sufferer had been
iii for several days with pneumonia, which caused
its death. Mr.. Dufy has the sincere sympathy of
his many friends at his loss.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
Not a Public Pro.scutor.

III K" sends THE DISPATCH a clipping
relative to an old case, together with the real
name of the alleged criminal. The DISPATCH
is not public prosecutor. The communication
will be returned to the sender on receipt of his
address
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
walker BIaine,, Fvn.-.lT..N1.--ow

WASHINGTON, January lo-The funeral Of
Mr.. Walker Blaine viii take place from the
Church OF the Covenant on Saturday at IL A.
M. The interment win be at Oak HilI Gene
terT,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

THIS will be ian epochal year" according
to the Rev. Sam Jones. We can stand almost
anything in the epoch line after last year. AS
far as Brother Jones is concerned we think his
epoch belonged to last year.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

IF you have forgotten what blizzard is,
there may be chance for you to refresh your
memory this morning. We say may be; we are
taking no chances on the weather at this late
hour.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

To the Editor Of The Dispatch:
Favor me with the address Of some one who
raises skunks as a business. JOHN GELN.
MERCER. January ID
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
Jus, Two of the -Four.

WAsHINeToN, January 16.-Mr. Teller pre-
sented in the Senate to-day the credentials of
Wilbur F. Sanders and Thomas G. Power as
Senators-elect from the State Of Montana
They were referred to the Committee on
Privileges and Elections.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

THE rivers are showing what an enormous
rainfall there has beea for the past week. The
highest water since last winter will be recorded
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

ONE London libel suit resulted in a
gratifying way yesterday. The Grand Old
Mans sturdy son, Herbert, obtained thou
sand pounds damages for an outrageous libel
published against him in an Indian paper.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
A GREENE COUNTY GEM.
Proof Positive That Literature Has 20

Proof Positive That Literature Has c Foot
hold in the Woodlands.
From the Waynesburg Messenger.l
Send us News of your neighborhood. Never
mind the Birthday Parties. Neither ourselves
nor our readers care dern If Johnny does give
Katie a pickle-dish or a pitcher, towel or a
tablecloth; that's matter for them to settle
among themselves some Sunday evening when
they amt quarreling about their old beaux, and
haven't anything else to do, and don't concern
the public at all. But we want real, live, local
news from every section OF the county.
Send us the News; avoid personalities alto
gether; and touch very lightly on Teachers
Institutes and Birthday Parties. We want an
interesting paper, and we're going to have it.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17

THE soft, white substance which hickered
in the air somewhat yesterday is stated by one
Of our oldest inhabitants to be snow. The mat
ter will be investigated,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-01-17
Alexander Craig seIIar, N. P.

LONDON, January l6,-Mr. Alexander Craig
SeIlar, Liberal-U -Unionist member Of the House Of
Commons for the Patrick Division Of ofLanarkshire,
Liberal-U nionists,