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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
Amusement Notes.

The cool weather acted pleasantly on the
receipts of the Museum yesterday. In this
city Harry Davis Museum was crowded. and
the exhibition of Hattie Davis, the Massa.
chusetts giantess, and other giants ana
dwarfs and the capital show in the theater
afforded plenty Of amusment.
The two Albino girls, Mary and Florence
Martin, who were the heroines of the gas ex-
plosion in Allegheny earlierin the year, were
the center of observation at the Worlds
Museum, Allegheny. yesterday, but they
were not all the show by any means; A long
programme was cleverly played by the Star
Consolidated Company in the theater to
large audiences.
GnMoRE's BAND is booked for two concerts
here, matinee and evening of May 20. The
band is undoubtedly the best brass and
wood band in the country, and Gilmore is
inimitable, but in addition the concerts will
be notable because Signor Campanini, Miss
Ida Klein, Nine Natal, Miss Annie G. Man,
tell, Signor Spigaroli, Sig. SartOci, Miss Maud
Powell and grand chorus will assist. The
concerts will take place in Mechanical Hall,
and the sale of reserved seats Will begin on
Wednesday at Hamilton's.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
PULLMAN CAR TAXES.
The Supreme Court Declares That Pennsyl-
vania's Law Is Valid.

WASHINGTON, May 1.-THE United States
Supreme Court to-day affirmed the judgment
of the Supreme Court ofPennsylvania of in the
case of the Pullman Palace Car Company
against the State, involving the validity and
constitutionality of the State law taxing the
company on a basis proportionate to the
total number Of miles Of railroad within the
oyer wnGn Wfb the tSs cars
of miles Of railroad in the
United States over which the cars run.
The court, in an opinion by Justice Gray,
holds that the law Is valid and constitutional
and not in violation of the interstate COM
merce clause Of the Federal Constitution.
The court holds that the law Is not a regula-
tion Of commerce, but an equitable method
of taxing the property of the company
within the State. 1t holds that 1t is q tax
not on business, but on property, which may
be found within the State. The court also
decided a case from Massachusetts,, involv-
ing practically the same question, as applied
to the lines of the Western Union Telegraph
Company in Massachusetts, in the same
way.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
-'1 should say
"That b is worthier far tina.

There seems a determination among
some legislators that C shall have his lien,
no matter what hardships it inficts upon
A. Consequently bill is pending in the
Legislature which declares that sub-con-
tractors are to be given lien, notwith-
standing written stipulation to the con-
trary in the original contract. This legis-
lation undertakes to do what the Supreme
Court declared it would not in justice sane
ton. Regardless of the Constitutional
sanctity of contracts, it declares that terms
of an agreement between owner and builder
must bind the owner. bnt can be indefin-
itely enlarged so as to bring within its
elastic scope all sub-centractors that the
builder may have dealt with and whom
the owner may have never heard of or
seen.
This sort of legislation owes its rise to
the idea that the mechanics lien is in some
manner favorable to the laborer. But in
actual practice it is nothing of the sort.
Under the legislation proposed it is almost
entirely used to give sellers of material an
advantage which can be and has been used
for a species of legalized fraud, making
the owner pay twice for what he has re-
ceived, and sometimes even for what he
has not received. 1t is one of the abuses
which subjects the inexpert to the perils
of bankruptcy or insanity when he under
takes to build house. 1t makes it hazard
Gus for the laboring man to let contract
for the building of his home, and creates a
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
Harry williams Academy.

There are more bright places in the enter
tainment given by Sheridan and F1ynn's
Company at this house this week than dull
ones, and if you want laugh and some light
amusement here are both. The Irishmen
impersonated by Sheridan and Flynn are
almost classics of the variety stage, and it
is only yesterday that the world rang with
the fame of their McGinty, the gentleman
with submarine tendencies. They have some
new songs that are funny If not as catchy as
'rDown Went McGinty, and they are respon-
sible for most of the humor in tile afterpiece,
"Alaloney." The Westons make banjo, man.
dolin, piccolo and cornet discourse real
music, the one as an Italian, the other as a
darkey, and both with real humor. The Jug
very skillful, and concluding feat Of cutting
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
IMPLEMENTS OF WAR.
Bids Opened For Gun Forgings and Pro-
jectiles For the Navy.


jectiles For the Navy.
rFRoM STAFF CORRESPONDENT
WASHINGTON May n.-Bids were opened IN
the Ordnance Bureau of the Navy Depart
ment to-day for Supplying steel forgings for
8, 10 and 12-inch guns for coast defense and
for armor- piercing projectiles for guns of
these calibers. The Midvale Steel Company's
bid for ten sets of eight-inch forgings was
% cents per pound; for ten sets of ten-inch
forgings, q cents per pound; for two sets Of
12-inch forgings, q cents per pound. The
Bethlehem Iron Works Company, of South
Bethlehem, Pa, offered to supply all the
fOrgings at 2SL cents per pound, or any por-
tion of them at 30 cents per pound. As an
alternative bid the Bethlehem Company Of
fered to supply II sets of 8-inch forgings,
10 sets of l0inch forgings and IL sets of z
inch forgings at $s00,000 This bid, however,
was for lower weight forgings than the de-
partment called for and Will not be con-
sidered.
There we're two bids for the armor- pierre
ing projectiles, for which the department
asked for offers to the amount of $100,0
The Carpenter Steel Company of Reading,
Pa, which is at present making projectiles
for the navy, offered to supply 104 Sinch
projectiles at $15 2Ss; 206 10-inch projecties at
$57, ,40s, and 81 12-inch projectiles at 81, $780,
The Midvale Steel Company offered to sup
ply 100 snch prof jectiles at $14, 800; 205 10inch
projecties at $5s, ,425 and 30 12-inch projectiles
at $4,000. The contract for the gun forgings
will be awarded to the Midvale Company
and for the projectiles to the Carpenter Steel
Company.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

fought against at every point, Is plainly IN
offspring Of the notion that every depart
ure from old practices is perllous deser-
ton Of the paths Of safety. We thought
Pittsburg had O little too much OF that sort
Of sentiment; but by comparison with some
Of our neighbors we find local manifesta-
tlons of that sort are not worth mentioning
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
LIENS AND CONTRACTS.

The mechanics lien law of this State
has long been mystery to experts and a
snare to the unwary. The uncertainty as
to what might be done under it was only
exceeded by the breadth and depth of the
doubts as to what might not be done, until
cases have been alleged in which owners
were made to pay for material furnished
contractors at price entirely different
from that claimed by the owner of the
property A limit and definition was
placed on the wide possibilities of practice
under this legislation by a recent ruling of
the Supreme Court that sub-contractor
cannot make lien exceed the terms of
the original contract between the owner
and paramount contractor. In other
words, the plain business proposition was
laid down that when A makes a contract
with B for certain things he cannot, by
bringing in c as sub-contractor, be bur
dened with debt for something materially
in excess of what he contracted for.
While this is evident equity, it was a de-
cided improvement on some practices un-
der that law in the past
But the legislative mind is not satisfied
with this sort of thing. There is an evil
dent tendency in legislation to regard c in
the same light as B is put in the song from
tsThe Mikado:'
ic n
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
Mr.. EpMuNp RUSSELL, who, we are

pleased to learn from Western cotempo-
rary, "unites harmoniously in himself all of
the best qualities of Socrates, Parrhasius
and Beau Brummell," has emitted theidea
that the prevailing color of room should
be in harmony with the complexion of its
mistress. This evol1es the criticism from an
envious exchange that Mr.. Russell is not the
originator of the brilliant idea, but that it
was invented by q Chicago dude. The fact is
that both of them are antedated by that hor-
rible old character of Dickens, who, when
struck by paralysis, managed to work out
the direction to her maid: "Pink curtains
for the doctori'
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
A SEARCH FOR REFREsHMENT.
Carl Retter Well Pleased With the Final
Rehearsal.

When Anton Seidls German musicians
were turned loose in Pittsburg at midnight on
Sunday they were very thirsty crowd, and
they scattered in all directions in search of
good lager beer. After trying various saloon
doors, they commenced to swear in Dutch
and wondered what kind of a back woods
city Pittsburg was. A good natured
politician explained to one of the
men who could talk English that one
Brooks several years ago had
law passed which shut up restaurants on
Sunday and at II o'clock every night. When
the interpreter explained to his comrades
there was a mighty howl of disappointment
from the parched German throats, and they
wished Brooks and men of his ilk were in a
hotter region.
the clerk knew his business, and wouldn't
sell Finally they compromised by drinking
soda water 1t was rather an, unusual sight to
see the German visitors at midnight sitting
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
HE DIED VERY HARD.
Three Bullets Fired Into Tom Hayes Body
Before He Gave Up.

Three Bullets F1red Into IOm hayeS BODY
Before He Gave Up.
LOUISVILLE, May 1L-Near Wilde, this
county, yesterday, George Hayes shot his
cousin, Thomas Hayes, three times, from
which the latter died this morning. The
parties had been at outs over the settlement
of some corn. When they met yesterday
Tom was abusing George, and made move
as if to draw a weapon. A shot was fired and
Tom fell to the ground. He arose and adj
vanced upon George saying, "You haven't
killed me yet' Another shot followed and
Tom went down again, and again he arose
with the remark, "You haven't got me yet"
He still advanced, running George through
shot as he ran.
This shot also took effect. Two bullets
had pierced his bowels and one had entered
his chest. George Hayes surrendered to-
day. The dead man leaves wife and three
children.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

Despite the fact that several OF the princi'
pal parts In "a Barrel of Money" are taken
by decidedly amateurish ladies,the first pro-
duction Of the play In this city yesterday,
must be called o success. IL was written TO
tional episodes are highly realistic and well
put on, and the incidental sing and dancing
are more than usually enjoyable. Oracle
Emmett's Rory IL q neat though hoydenish
role and IL well filled by Miss Emmett, whose
singing is delightful
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
RECENT DEATHS.
William Culp.

THE little town of Wilmerding is going to
outdo itself on the 23d at o'clock P. M.,when
the cornerstone of the new public school
building is to be laid. The North Star Coun-
Gil No. 493, Jr. o. U. A. NJ, are to conduct the
ceremonies, and grand preparations are in
order for the event. Houses are to be
draped and public buildings decorated, and
the day is to be one of such great rejoicing
and celebrating that the average small boy
will think Fourth of July has arrived ahead
of time.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
And for Our Own Mr.. Robinson

Chicago Inter-Ocean.]
A State Senator in Ohio has declined to ac-
cept his salary since March because he
then began to draw a salary as a member of
the Fifty-second Congress. Here is good
example for Governor David B. Hill, of New
York, who holding two offices and has two
salaries to his credit.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

THE man who imagined that he could
scare 100000 out of Jay Gould was not ac-
quainted with the subject. Mr.. Gould's line
is soaring $1OO0OO,OOO out of other people,
and he is not liable to efforts in the line of
retail reciprocity.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
THE forest fires produced by the vi

THE forest fires produced by the un-
usually dry spring have got into the forest
regions of the Northern tier in this State,
with serious results. In one case a working
train sent to fight the fires was instead over
come by the flames, with a severe loss of
life; while in another section the spread of
the flames to an oi-producing district
wrought heavy damages. There does not
seem to be any remedy for such disasters,
although it is well worth inquiry whether
something might not be done in the way of
prevention by strict police system to pre-
vent the start of fires in dry seasons.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

THE great trouble with the New York
HerdIGs new and violent break in the direc-
ton of a Blaine boom is the suspicion that
an enterprising soap firm in England has
made new kind of advertising contract
with the foreign proprietor of the Herald
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

THE report that the Hon. Frank Law
Ter is going into the newspaper business in
dicates important and imminent progress in
the cause of spelling reform. 1t is under
stood that Mr.. Lawlers newspaper will start
out by spelling "Philadelphia" with two
F's and will refer to the Constitution of this
great country with K.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

THE glowing reports Of the progress of
the Nicaragua canal, which Warner Mil
Ter and his party bring back with them,
permit the conclusion that the enter
prise will not find it necessary to take that
500, ,0O0, 900 out of the United States Treasury.
This is satisfactory. If the Treasury is able
to spare any $4,000 900 contributions they
will all be needed in giving the people of the
United States the benefit of ship canals.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
THE RESIGNATION of PROT. Langley is hnj

the final formality in the severing of his re-
lations with the Allegheny Observatory
Practically he has been separated from the
observatory for some time, and has already
increased his fame as a scientist by his work
in Washington. His successor, Prof. Kee1er,
will find a flrst-class institution, and, judg-
ing from the latter gentleman's record, he is
abundantly able to take care of it.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
RIsMApcu announces that

BISMARCK announces that he will not
make his appearance in the Reichstag at
once. He is evidently preparing to set the
tactics Of parliamentary absolution Mt de-
fiance by studying the rules of practice laid
down by the Hon. Buck Kilgore.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
chronological Disturbances.

Chicago MALL
The ''housesmiths," in New York, the
''brickyarders" in Newburg, the lumber
showers in Cleveland and the cookies" in
Manitoba are causing labor disturbances.
Etymologically, this is great year for dis
turhanceS.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

The generosity of the practical poll
ticians is eminently diplayed in their liberal
readiness to pass ballot reform bill when
pendent voting, and to reform nothing else.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
.ACCoRpINa TO a news item nnhlishe,

ACCORDING to news item published
this morning, Braddock people are afraid
that their lively little town will be gobbled
up by Pittsburg. But why should they fear?
Their town might meet with a worse munich
pal fate. But they really need not lose any
sleep over the matter. The possibility of a
consolidation is too remote.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

Mr.. INGALLS, departure in the direc-
tion of the lecture platform at $500 night
will strengthen the belief that the idea of
making so much money by raising potatoes
is an iridescent dream.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

THE patriotic citizen Of Poland is en-
titled to Indignantly repudiate the allega-
tion that he is any such nuisance as the
much longer Poles found blocking the
streets of cities Notwithstanding the con-
slant assertion that "the poles must CO."
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

SECRETARY BLAINE's importance in the
public estimation is emphatically demon
strated when his suffering from an attack
of indigestion becomes national news
sensation
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
GENERAL JOHN EATON RESIGNS
From the Presidency of the College at
Marietta,

ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATCHl
MARIETTA, May 1L-At q meeting of the
trustees of Marietta College, the resignation
of General John Eaton as President was &C
cepted, and committee, of which the Rev.
Dr. Henry NJ. Storrs, of Orange, N. j. is Chair
man, was appointed to consider successor.
The cornerstone of Andrews Hall, attached
to the college, was also laid with appropriate
ceremonies to-day. Among the many gifts
re emily received by the college was 81 900
from Senator c. s Brice.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

IN twain vitha sword an apple placed on
the neck OF his fair assistant. One far more
dIfficuit and dangerous than IL looks. These
are the strongest features OF o good show.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

THE blazer is declared to be out of style
by the Four Hundred. In that case the oc-
of those who undertook to play
lawn tennis with their clothes is a departed
u
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

WHEN the President gets back and re-
views the POLITICAL work of Frank Leslie's
Illustrated during his absence he will be in a
position to exclaim: "How sharper than
a serpent's tooth it is to have a witless son!"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
THE scientific announcement that e.the

working days in the planet Mercury are only
three hours long" is calculated to create the
impression that the population of Mercury
must be made up of the departed spirits of
Pennsylvania legislators.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12

burden on the construction Of houses.
Such legislation Is worse than foolish. II
Is especially calculated TO place premium
on dishonesty.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
THE burglar industry is reported to be

IHE burglar industry Is reported 10 De
active in the East End. No wage dispute
hampers the activity of that pursuit, al
though public opinion may agree that it con-
tains altogether too much striking.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
Mary Barky.

The many friends of Miss Mary Barky
will be panied to learn of her demise. which occurred
at 7;45 yesterday morning at the family residence,
No. Is Chestnut street, this city. Miss Barky was
only % years of age, and fell victim to a pro-
tracted illness resulting from the grip. She was
bright and intelligent young lady, and was gen.
eral fayorite in the circle in whichshe moved. She
was a sister of Tony Barky, confectioner Seventh
Avenue Hotel, and also of Mrs. DR.. Malalesta and
Mrs Schuette, of Philadelphia. The funeral SER
vices will be held at St. Pau's Cathedral tomorrow
morning at 10 O'Clock, and the interInent will take
place at st. Mary's Cemetery.
The funeral services of William Culp, the
well-known flour inspector, who died in Wilkins
burg on Saturday, will take place this morning in
the Smithfeld Street NJ. E. Church. 1t will be
conducted under the direction of st. Johns Lodge
A. Y,M, of which Mr.. Culp was a member. De-
ceased was one of the leading commission mer-
chants of Pittsburg few years ago, being MEM
occurred rather suddenly. as the result of para
lytic stroke on Friday noon. He was highly
resnected in the community and his death has
caused sincere sorrow. He was 65 years of age.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-05-12
THE MAY MUSIC FESTIVAL.
An Event OF Far More Than Usual I'm
portance-- something Of the Remarkable
Programme Prepared--Al Ready for

An Event OF Far More Than Usual Im-
portanee-- Something Of the Remarkable
Programme Prepared--Aii Ready for
the Opening To-D -Day--Last Rehearsal.
The music festival that opens tonight I'm
Mechanical Hall has been for long time en-.
crossing the attention OF the musical and
social circles of the community The at
tention of tho distinctively musical circles
(if q distinction can rightly be made regard
ing the most universally loved OF the arts)
was aroused, a matter Of course, by the first
announcements that such feast Of fine music
was to be served by such chef as Anton
seidl with the best assistsn.s opthinaple.
Also upon the disclosure OF tne imposing list
of social leaders who are giving tneir names
and their hearty cooperation IN MI. hetters
enterprise as patrOnesses
In the writer's opinion, however, the most
notable single feature of the festival scheme
does not lie in its Importance 70 the limited
circles of musical culture OF OF Issnlon; Dut
does lie in the fact that at each OF the Festi-
val concerts nearly 1000 seats can be had at
30 cents apiece, while almost as many more
are left open for all who can pay the trihing
admission fee of q quarter.
Heretofore in PittsbuIg good musical per-
formances have been beyond the feacn OF
people that have to count the cost-Ynlch
means a large majority OF our entire popu-
lation, including thousands OF mteiilgent
fine feeling natures, just as susceptible to
music's magic charm as are the customary
habitues Of the concert room. Such a
splendid opportunity is now presented for
the first time: and it will be needful to use
all means to overcome the habitual indiffer-
ence which these classes have, perforce,
entertained toward high class concerts
The people will have to know more about 1t;
they will have to be told clearly what de-
hghtful hours are opened to them by the
striking announcement of Festival concerts
plain, popular fashion. is largely the object
in view in these necessarily brief forecasts
of the Festival programmes.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1891-08-15

A rising young oculist says. "Thc oft
rcplntod satire on Boston Of the infant
born with spectaclos Is one Of those
cuses where the author buildad better
than he knew. As matter Of fact. II
begins TO lool, ma II everybody will have
to wear glasses at no very distant
period. Out Of thousand Dyes that
an oculi.t might examine, Il would DO
difficult to nud ten absolutely perfect
eyea, or eyes that wouldn't DO better
able 20 500 with than without glns,cs.
1t may be safely said that the average
mans eyes are imperfect, slightly hi.
perfect only IN the majority Of cases, to
be SURE, but imperfect nevertheless. |
have scon good many eyes profession.
ally, and thorc uro fcw indeed TINT /
remember to have been In perfect con.
dition.
"Tho disease called astlgmntism par.
tiou'nrly Is astonishingly prevalent.
Hardly anybody Is frrc from Il alto.
gctlier Il Is a disease that consists
mainly OF a difference Ia the rafrnctiyo
power. Of tho different moFidians Of tho
same eye, aud opticians will tell you
that glasses can By easily adjusted TO
tho diseased cyc, but they can't /
hayo never heard Of any glass TINT
will do morn than assist an cyo to
perform tho work that tho healthy cyo
ought 70 do. Glasses relieve, and that
is about all."-Doston Cor, 81. Louis
Glob1.Domormt.