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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
TOO MUCH ENTERPRISE.

Enterprise is capital thing in the news
paper business, and audacity in the pursuit
of legitimate news is a good quality in a
reporter. But enterprise and audacity may
be carried too far. The New York reporter
who hid himself in the jury room at the
close of the trial of ex-Sheriff Flack and his
fellow conspirators, was a trife too enter
prising and audacious. He knows it know.
After spending 80 days in Jail and paying
$3.50 fine, he will return to his profession
with chastened spirit and a clearer con-
ception of the line dividing legitimate from
illeg;timate enterprise. As it was his silly
exploit jeopardized to some extent the result
of trial which had been brought with
difficulty to a satisfactory conclusion.
In this case, too, there was no conceivable
benefit to the public to be gained by the
reporters contemp: of court and breach of
the law. What occurred in the jury room
the public had no right to know under any
circumstances. In reality the privacy of
jury deliberations is one of the most yalua-
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
THE INVESTIGATION NEEDED.

The question of that alleged procuration
of funds for the Republican municipal
campaign by holding out the induce
ment of licenses, came up again yesterday
in the License Court, by the presentation Of
afidavits, denying all the charges, with a
request that the court fix q day for hearing
of the question. On the other hand the de-
NAL was rebutted in the regular proceedings
of the license hearing by the discovery OF
another applicant who testified that intima-
tons had been made to him that his failure
to contribute might cost him his license.
Exactly what form of proceeding it is
proposed that this hearing, and that con-
cerning the speak-easy, list shall take, is
not entirely clear. 1t is plain that neither
the presentation of ez parte affdavits, nor
the negative testimony of certain saloon
keepers furnish the vindication that is
necessary to meet SO grave charge. The
matter should be brought into court in such
a form that the attendance and cross exami-
nation of witnesses can be compelled; that
all misstatements in connection with the
matter shall be subjected to the penalties of
perjury, that the testimony of all parties
can be brought forward thoroughly and i'm
partially tested; and that the verdict shall
carry the weight either of authoritative vim
dication or no less authoritative condem-
nation.
1t has already been pointed out in these
columns that the speak-easy question can
easily be put in this shape, by prosecutions
for illicit liquor selling on the testimony of
the Police Department. 1t is not clear why
the assertions in the other matter do not
afford equal opportunity for investigating
the matter by the thorough method of crimi-
nal prosecutions. One side or the other
must have committed perjury. If the
charges are true, some one has trenched
closely upon the laws against blackmailing,
or extortion of money. If they are false,
people on the other side have been guilty of
criminal slauder. With that variety to
choose from, it should not be difficult to take
a procedure which will ventilate the matter
in the most thorough way.
There is certainly every reason for the
public to insist, when the charges are practi-
caily those of official blackmailing, that the
course shall be taken which shall either
most thoroughly disproye the charges or
most promptly impose the penalty of such
acts, if they are proved.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
Harry williams Academy.

Another first-class vaudeville entertainment
is being given at this house this week. The
Elliott Jolly Voyagers" put up good show,
and no mistake. The programme opens with
O'Brien and Alexander. who have great deal
of trouble with trunk; the Elliotts follow in
their unicycle tournament: James A. Bats.
ley in banjo playing and Juggling 1s next and
Walton and Edwards are then seen for the first
time in five years. Houri and Lunadi in a
clever hat-throwing act, with two well-trained
dogs and then Miss Dot Pullman evolutes on
her globe in a puzzling and mysterious manner
Baby Erma Culhane, ~ years old, sings and
dances prettily, the Elliotts again show their
agility or the wheels johnson and Mack, the
popular Irish comedians, do a neat turn, and
Culhane and Emerson's sketch, "A Bluff at
Acting" is very funny. Golden and Quigg fol-
low. and a roaring farce, "Out Of Sight, winds
ND a great show
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
Harris Theafer.

The play of widow Bedott" is quite as ludi-
crous with Harry La MARI in the title role as 1t
ever was with Neil Burgess. Two fair-sized
audiences yesterday laughed heartily over the
funny widows mIshaps. A number of special
ties are introduced by the company, several of
them very good. Miss Vivie Nobriga's singing
and dancing are quite clever, Miss Edith Rus
sells act is also good, and the widow Bedott
Quartet" sing some very pretty selections j.
OF mention. Master Harrie. a boy soprano
was encored at each performance Louis
Peters Elder Shddrdch S1lt6tes is not so bad,
but Gus Dalys Josiah Crane has not q single
redeeming quality. 1t is not even mediocre
"house play" The rest of the company fill
their parts-no more.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
MINISTER'S BECOME EXCITED
In Arguing the Question of Excluding the
Chinese,

In Arguing the Question OF Excluding the
Chinese.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.I
Boston, March 3l.-At meeting of minis.
ters to-day the Rev. Judson Smith, d. D., Sec
retary of the American Board of Commissioners
for Foreign Missions, read a letter from the
Hon. John o. Foster, of Washington calling
attention to the Chinese enumeration bill,
which has already passed the House and which is
before the Senate for consideration. DR.. Smith
then moved the adoption of resolutions
protesting against the proposed legislation ''as
an uDrighteous violation of the existing treaty
with China, as a wanton disregard of the well
fare and safety of our faithful and devoted
missionaries now at work in China, and as in
furious alike to the business interests and the
good name of our nation" The Massachusetts,
Senators and Representatives are requested to
do their utmost to prevent the enactment of
the proposed law.
Hardly had DIR. Smith finished reading the
resolutions before the Rev. Jesse H. Jones, of
Arlington, sprang to his feet and vigorously
protested against the resolutions. AS a Chris
tian minister and a Knight of Labor he declared
that the Chinese were pestiferous force, and
ought to be excluded from this country as a
protection to the American people. This
speech set the august body by the
ears and half dozen rose to reply
to the sentiment expressed by the Arlington
brother. The Rev. William E. Grifts, d. D.,
warmly seconded the resolution and declared
that the United States had no more right to ex-
clude the Chinese than any other foreigners.
I'VE have already broken our treaties with
them," he said. 'The situation is already
serious for our merchants and missionaries IN
China, and the passage of the proposed bill will
only add fuel to the flame of hatred already
kindled."
The Rev. Fl. II. Beach, Chinese missionary,
said: II do not realize how any Christian min
lister can wish such bill as this to pass. Thank
God, in China the Confucian religions are su-
perior to those religions which we possess if
this bill is specimen of it."
The resolutions were adopted, in spite of
vigorous moi from the Rev. Mr.. Jones.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
FOR ALL FOOLS DAY.

Husband-I really believe that MY rheu-
matlsm has entirely disappeared.
Wife-Well, L hope IL will not stay away for
good, as then we will have to buy a barometer to
find out when it is going to rain.-1sras Stttn0s.
will-Power Il have cured myself OF
smoking, Major.
Major Domo-How did YOU do 1t?
Will-Power-Boughta box OF country cigars
HGrper'S Bdzar.
''They have pair of pants in the Patent
Office at Washington.
''Pair of whaty'' asked tie purist.
Pants
''what unheard Bit Of invention is q pair OF
pants?''-Harper'S BGzar.
Taking a Deep Interest in Him-Dr.
Pflle-You've been working like a hero, doctor,
to save young Staryely's life. And he as poor
Jobs turkey, tool
Dr. Hackem-That's Just It. He owes me SIS
already on my bill, and if he dies 1 won't get
cent.-HGrper's Bdzdr.
Johnny-My book, pa, saws that honesty
is the best policy. Is that true, pa?
Munnibags-Yes, my son; If there hadn't been
honest people in the world, how do you suppose
1 should ever have been able to get ahead as
have? Yes, my son, honesty Is a great help to
man, great help.-BostoH Transcript.
Colonel Yerger-What's the matter with
you? Your clothes are all and your face is all
SCARED up.
Sam Johnslng-Nuffin'. boss, nufnn' wuf
speakin' of. jus had little chat wild my fust
and only lub, what met for lie fust time since
married Swayback Lucy.-Teras Sgttngs.
Portly Individual-Whatis is q fair cigar
worth per thousand?
Dealer--About SIS.
''Whati.''
''Beg pardon, Colonel. didn't recognize you
at first. About 81 so. How are you making 1t in
your canvas for Chicago Tribune.
Ready to Proceed to Business.-Man with
blank book (to large, cross-eycd woman at door,
l am the census taker. 1 wish to see the head Of
the family.
Voice from inside the room-H'm, HIM, Ahemi
Large cross-eyed woman (peremptoriIy to owner
of voice)-keep that cradle going, James! Go
census taker)-Go ahead with your questions, sir.
-Chtcago Tribune.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
Kind Words Sufficient.
From the Louisville Courler-Journal.l
.:Aiza.,c nf L ,irrr;llc A,A

From the LOUISVILLE COurIer-JOur1aI.I
The citizens of Louisville appreciate fully the
offers of assistance coming from all sections of
the country. and wish to express their graft
tude for these kind manifestations of SYM
pathy in the day of disaster. But it is only
fair to say that our resources are ample, and
that the first call upon the charitable people
of our own city has not yet been exhausted.
and will not be. While the ruin wrought by
the tornado is unusual serious and deadly. the
situation does not justify either call upon the
benevoIence of distant sections or Of our own
State, and until the citizens of Louisville have
themselves done all that is in their power to do,
it is not Just to our friends that we should ac-
cept anything but kind words.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
SABBATH SCHOOL WORKERS.
They Have nm Enthusiastic Institute at the
East Liberty Church.

East Liberty Church.
The Sabbath School Institute of the Presby-
terry of Pittsburg was commenced yesterday
afternoon in the East Liberty Presbyterian
Church. There were about 200 Sunday school
children present as delegates The services
were conducted by DIR. T. D. Davis. Superip-
tendent, assisted by Mrs. Kumler, of the East
Liberty Church, and consisted in representing
by practical demonstration how to conduct a
Sunday school. The lesson of March % was re-
viewed. to test the memory of the children, and
various other exercises were made In deport-
ment, prayer and singing in unison.
The question box'' was then opened, but
contained only few questions pertaining to
the regulation of children.
At 4:30 O'clock a business meeting of the
teachers was held. The election of officers of
the Sabbath School Association resulted as fol-
lows: President, w. {. Lilley; Vice Presidents,
W. X. Jennings, Rev. j. F.PattersoB; Secretary,
DR.. ]. l. FersOn; Treasurer. Willis A. Booth;
Executive Committee. w. X. Jennings, ]. Il.
Davis, Rev. j. Nj. Mercer, Rev. C.. B. Hatch,
w. A. Booth. w. c. Liley, C. L. Rose. Rev. r.
s. Holmes, Rev. X. p. Miller and DR.. j. L.
Fersop.
1t was decided by the Executive Committee
to sanction district conventions in the ten Sab
bath school districts often as may be neces-
sary to promote district work.
Iu the evening the Rev. David Kennedy gave
an address on "A Better Conception of a Teach
er's Work" w. K. Jennings Esq, made few
remarks on "How Can We Aid the Inter-
national Sabbath School Convention"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
SOCIAL CHATTER.

THIS evening the ladies of the lakewood NJ.
P. Church will give supper and musical and
literary entertainment for the benefit of the
church, assisted by Prof. Jones and Prof Grit
fiths, of this city. An excellent programme has
been prepared, and an enjoyable time is ex-
pected. Kaufman Rros. and Gusky have
rendered valuable assistance in offering as a
the most tickets.
AT the regular meeting of the Womans' Club
to-day Columbus" and The Artists of SPAIN
will be discussed after papers bearing upon the
two subjects are read.
INVITATIONS are out for the marriage of
Miss Emma Taylor to Mr.. Joseph Williams. Jr.,
to take place on Thursday evening, April 10, at
o'clock. at the Buena Vista Street III. E.
Church. Allegheny.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
A NOVEL QUESTION RAISED.
Court to Decide Whether Electric Light Is
Manufactured Article.

Court to Decide Whether Electric Light Is
Manufactured Article.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPArcH.i
HARRISBURG, March 3l.-Two cases were
argued before Judges Simonton and McPher-
son to determine whether electricity or electric
light is a manufactured article. The Brush
Electric Light Company and Philadelphia
Electric Lighting Company refused to pay the
tax levied against them because they are man
ufacturing companies. The Commonwealth
thinks differently, and has asked the Court TO
decide the matter in dispute.
Among the other cases argued we're those OF
the State against the New York, Lake Erie
and Western Railroad Company. New York,
Pennsylvania and Ohio Railroad Company. and
Tioga Railroad Company, which required the
Court to decide whether, when one railroad
has,trackage rights over a portion OF the line
of another railroad company, the amount
which it pays for the privilege is to be treated
as 'sreptal' or tolls" If rental. the receipts
are not taxable; but if tolls the Attorney Gen.
eral contends that they are taxable. The Ques-
tion of Interstate Commerce also arises as the
tracks are used mainly for transportation into
other States. Court reserved Its opinion.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01

THE difficulties of an alleged Messiah are
manifold, but the one which requires to be
most sternly put down. is that of rivalry in
sacred representation. That is the inference
from the stern manner in which Schweinfurth,
of Illinois, suppressed an imaginative female
of his community who declared that she was
Eve. The head of the community would have
no tempter of Adam in his Paradise, and
severely ordered Eve shipped back to Chicago
The inference that Chicago is where people go
when they are driven out of Eden, is already
evoking sarcastic tone in the Chicago press
toward Schweinfurth,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01

THE respite of Smith, which was an
nounced from Harris burg yesterday, makes it
probable that before his six weeks additional
lease of life has expired his sentence will be
commuted. 1t would certainly be discredit-
able, when so many wanton murderers have
got off with terms of imprisonment, to hang
this man, whose crime had as much provoca-
ton as any that has been committed in this
county for Years.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
STANDS In TIE FOREMOST RANK.
The Dispatch Elbows Its Way TO the Top
Notch of Journalism.

The Dispatch Elbows Its way TO fhe Top
Notch of Journalism.
From the Parker City Phenix.l
The past decade Of Pittsburg has witnessed
an astonishing growth in its daily press. During
the past ten years the Dispatch Publishing
Company has not only maintained its lead, but
has shot far ahead of its contemporaries. One
of the new features was its Sunday edition.
Although others were in the field and supposed
to be filling the bill, the plucky proprietors of
THE DISPATCH elbowed its way in and stands
to-day in the foremost rank. Its Sunday circu-
lation is claimed to be $4,000 copies. THE
DAILY DISPATCH is not content with its fast
growth or its present immense circulation. but
is preparing the way to eclipse all former
efforts, if possible. To accomplish its aim,
another powerful steam perfecting press is
being manufactured to enable the company to
turn out its edition for the early morning trains.
Besides adding new machinery for its mechani-
cal department., the brainy feature of the house
will not be neglected. The editorial and re-
portorlal corps will be strengthened. The
DIsPATcH's growth is not yet attained.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01

Two students of Yale College have ap-
parently been educated in the modern economic
theories of combination. They have leased all
the available tennis grounds in New Haven
and are going to make neat sum by re-letting
them. This may cause a racket. but the specu-
lators are evidently not in the thing for love
pamp
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01

A LATE discovery in physics is to the
effect that under certain conditions beams Of
light give forth sound, and that different col
ored rays of solar light give out different
sounds. This gives scientific foundation to
the old theory about the music of the spheres,
and permits us to recognize some reality IN the
poetic reference of the Bible to the tune when
the morning stars sang together. 1t also may
establish certain relation between the operatic
stars and the lights of the solar system, with
the diff ference that. however the former may
color themselves they give out just the same
sounds
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01

BILE prerogatives the people possess. Every
one is concerned in keeping private the
vote in the jury room, and the reasons
actuating the jurors. So that while we are
sorry that the erring reporter must pay the
penalty, we cannot say that the penalty is
unreasonably heavy.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
McCnlIn MAY he -tinlcd.

THE record of the proceedings in the Court
of Inquiry In the case of Commander Nc
Gala and other officers of the United States
steamship Enterprise was received at the Navy
Department to-day.
While it is impossible at this writing to state
positively the findings of the court, the i'm
preston is gen eral that Commander McCalla
and several other officers will be court
martialed.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
Cnnfnin w. ]. Menns.

Captain w. j. Means one of the old-time river
pilots, who has been plotting from Pittsburg to
Huntsville all his life nearly, and was for years on
the steamer Rescue died at his home in Mckees-
port yesterday morning Of typhoid fever. His
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
DEATHS OF A DAY.
Vice Admiral stephen C. Rowan.

WASHINGTON, March 31.-Vice Admiral Stephen
g. Rowan, United States Navy (retired). died here
at o. clock this morning OF Bright's disease, aged
s. years. Admiral Rowan was born in ireland, and
came to this country in the early part of the
tury He was appointed to Annapolis Naval
Academy from Ohio in 1926. aud had a record of 60
wears in the service of the United States. He was
one OF the most gallant naval oficers in the late
war His last service was us Chairman of the
Lighthouse Board. He leaves one son. Lieutenant
Rowan, who will arrive here tonight.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
Theatrical Notes,

THE extraordinary attraction at the Worlds
Museum, Allegheny, yesterday was the gorilla
which recently distinguished himself in the
prize ring. There are many other curiosities,
and full-fedged variety show beside.
SPIDER and the fly puzzles will be pre-
sented to the first 500 purchasers of seats for
the play of that name. which will be given at
the Bijou next week.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
AN OBSTREPEROUS PASTOR.

He Gains Admission 10 Church by Breaking
in the Doors.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPArcH.I
WASHINGTON, March 3l.-The Nazareth
Baptist Church. which has been closed for a
few days because the trustees did not believe
in the pastor Rev. Richard Hatchett. was
broken open yesterday morning by that gentle
man. He was determined to hold services and
about 1880 o'clock he forced the doors open.
He remained in doors all tine rest of the day for
fear the trustees would again close the doors
on him 1t is probable suit will be entered
against him, and an effort made to have him
vacate his charge.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01

THE steamer which deserts another ves-
sci of rival line. when the latter is in sink
ing condition. does not present an example Of
humanity that s calculated to rouse the ap-
proyal of the world. The White Star line will
lose good deal more than the time the
Ad1iatic gained by leaving the City of Paris
before the latter's safety was assured.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
.b,e m Con, With the Calamity,

From the Philadelphia inquirer!
The city of Louisville, with characteristic
bravery and independence, announces that she
Is able to cope with th'. calamity which has
fallen upon her. But this need not prevent the
benevolent from extending help to those who
have suffered in other parts of the West.
When full reports of the damage by the storm
shall have been furnished it will undoubtedly
be found that for many people who have lost
their all there Is no provision available.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01

THE shallowness of the idea of putting a
protective tariff on agricultural products in
this country is disclosed by the fact that there
is already duty of 10 cents per bushel on corn.
If the duty were a dollar bushel what differ
ence would it make in the price that the farmer
gets for his corn?
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01

COUNCILS closed their term yesterday
with well-formed Fluctuations over the progress
of the city during the past year. May the in
coming body have the same happy state OF
affairs to rejoice over next year, with the ad-
ditinn of a decreased tax rate.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
Liquor for the Soldiers.

THE House to-day, in Committee of the
Whole, discussed the army appropriation
bill. After unimportaut action, the committee
rose and reported the bill to the House. The
action of the committee in adopting an amend
ment providing that no intoxicating liquors
shall be sold to enlisted men at any canteen
was reversed by the House, and the amendment
was defeated; yeas So; nays, 135.
Mr.. Pickler, of South DAKOTA, offered an
am mendment providing that no article the sale
of which Is prohibited by State or Territorial
law. shall be sold offered for sale at any can
teen within such State or Territory. The
amendment was rejected-yeas IL nays Gland
the bill was Dassed.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-04-01
COLONEL ELLIOTT F. SHEPARD is III

COLONEL ELLIOTT f. SHEPARD is urg-
ing New York to pitch in and have an exposl-
ton of its own in 1892. now that Chicago has
left the field clear by fixing its fair for 1888
This would be too much enterprise for New
York. The metropolis will have to content
itself with the fact that it has a permanent ex-
position of Shepard as the champion example
of more varieties of foolishness than any other
man on record