Tag: Q2 1890
Landlady’s Generosity Tested: Tenant’s Plea for Fair Compensation
In a stark reminder of the city’s housing struggles, a long-time tenant of Pittsburgh’s esteemed Mrs. Schenley has come forward with a plea for fairness. Mrs. Carr, a respected widow and resident of No. 8 Third Street, has been a tenant of Mrs. Schenley’s for nearly six years. Her lease is set to expire in…
Pattison’s Grip on Pittsburgh: A Glimpse into the Dark Side of Local Politics
Pittsburgh, June 21, 1890 – In a night that will be etched in the memories of local politicians for years to come, Daniel Pattison solidified his grip on the city’s Democratic Party. In the hotly contested primary elections, Pattison emerged victorious, securing 14 out of the 21 delegates to the State Convention from Allegheny County.…
Omaha’s Colored Community in Shambles: ‘The Progress’ Exposed
June 1890 was a dark time for the colored community in Omaha, Nebraska. A shocking scandal was brewing, and it would take a team of detectives and journalists to uncover the truth. At the heart of the controversy was a local newspaper, ‘The Progress,’ which seemed to be more focused on fleecing its readers than…
BROTHER’S FURY: A Life-Changing Shot in Montreal
In a shocking turn of events, a shooting erupted in St. Catherine Street, Montreal, on June 8, 1890, leaving Eugene Cowles, son of the late Edmund Cowles, a well-known editor from Cleveland, Ohio, fighting for his life at the General Hospital with a bullet wound in his neck. The 40-year-old Cowles, who had been struggling…
Bats and Ballparks: A Scheme of Greed Exposed
In the scorching summer of 1890, the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was abuzz with the news of a contentious meeting between the Players National League and its members. The Players League Men, a group of talented baseball players, had been growing increasingly dissatisfied with the schedule, which they believed was not conducive to their success.…
Gladstone vs. the Czar: A Call for Justice in the Mitchellstown Massacre
Mineral Point, WI – May 29, 1890. The grand old man of politics, William Ewart Gladstone, has ignited a firestorm with his bold statement. ‘Wipe out the stain of the Mitchellstown massacre before you talk of Siberia,’ he thundered, taking aim at his own government’s handling of the 1848 atrocity. The Mitchellstown massacre, a brutal…
The Speakeasy Sweep: McAleese’s Crusade Closes 6+ Illicit Liquor Shops
In a bold move to clean up the streets of Pittsburgh, Inspector McAleese of the First Police District has led a crusade against the city’s notorious speak-easies. The results are nothing short of stunning: over two dozen illicit liquor shops have been shut down in just 24 days. This quiet Sunday, May 25, 1890, is…
Emperor’s Empty Words: Berlin’s Socialist Threat Lingers
In the shadow of the imperial throne, a sinister plot unfolds in Berlin. German Emperor Wilhelm II has been speaking loudly, but his words ring hollow. This week, he addressed the German Parliament, promising peace abroad but secretly preparing for war at home. His speech, though pleasing to all parties, was laced with a military-socialistic…
Malicious Land Deals Exposed: Government Auction Sparks Fears of Greed and Deception
In a shocking move, the Kingdom of Hawaii government has announced plans to auction off a string of prime land parcels in Kaupo, Maui, sparking allegations of greed and deception. The sale, set to take place on Monday, May 19, 1890, at 12:00 pm at the front entrance of Aliiolani Hale, promises to unleash a…
Labor’s Fatal Mistake: A Short Day, A Long Road to Ruin
In the steel city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a brewing labor dispute threatens to leave a trail of financial devastation in its wake. On April 28, 1890, a group of artisans, including carpenters, bricklayers, and others in the building trades, made a bold move by striking for the enforcement of an eight-hour workday. While the intentions…
