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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1891

Page

2

Military mobilization as strikers face evacuation

McKeesport units including Captain Gus Beckett and Major Nay deploy from the depot as workers who could not report unite. Secretary Watchorn arrives from Columbus, meets General Wiley, and weighs labor leaders’ stance on use of troops to quell unrest. Watchorn declines immediate judgment, cites provocation in the strike and hopes for harmony.

Liditeams O. S Coon Laver McKeesport Major Nay Colonil Smith Kay Gimorr Watchorn Robert Watchorn Columbus Karrisburg McKibben Wiley Watchern PL. Penna Miners’ Organation Anl WD Rhee Tures Tod

Frick Vows Property Protection Amid City Riot

News of a riot sparked widespread alarm as Mr. Frick told Dievatci reporters he would guard his men and property with lawful authorities. He denied wage dispute framing and warned against shot down rioters. Reports of international trouble proved false as details emerged from Marmwood and Consul Schamberg's office.

Mir Frick Dievatci Noriris Marmwood United States Proctor Max Schanberg Schamberg leleEraw

Mount Pleasant Braces for Military as Tense Riots Loom

Residents in Mt Pleasant report a state of alarm amid uprisings. Mejor Patterson describes widespread fear and anticipation of federal or military presence to quell disturbances and deter potential clashes in the depot area.

Mt. Pleasant Mejor Patterson Mt Pleasant Trave

Legislative Bank Investigating Committee Debates Pittsburg Finance

The Legislative Bank Investigating Committee met at Duquesne Hotel to vet views of bankers on state funds deposits. Key figures like Neeh, RS. Danas, Graham, James Arwell, and others voiced cautious opinions. Most attendees favored restrained compensation for the treasurer and urged strict fiduciary standards. The group plans to depart for Harrisburg at 8 this morning.

Pittsburg Hanker Duquerne Hotel Neeh James L. Graham James Arwell P. Folow Harrisburg EP. Kearns Epuetg C. Shane Heal Estate Loan Association Ouneloer Davidson Second National Allegheny John Brickle Workingman’s Savings Bank of William Thompson B. NeVas Fidelity Title and Trust Company Thompson Harrisbure

Officers mistake leads to missing suspect in penny-loot case

Officers Hilderbrecht and Ludwig seized Shafer at his father's home on Tostin street under two warrants for William Trainor and W C Shafer linked to a pocketbook theft from William Nelson at Charles Nann's saloon on Fifth Avenue. Trainor eluded capture after word from his father alerted relatives. Trainor faced a hearing for larceny from the person.

Nh Ae Leers Tim Tenth Ward Trainer Emly

Williams Seen as Skippered in Jefferson Issue

Detective Leltzheerver secured requisition papers from Governor Campbell of Onto Tor Joe Williams member of the Fuxdmimonr rang. The hearing is set today at that place but Car over McDowell doubts Williams will appear as he is out on hull.

Leltzheerver Governor Campbell Onto Joe Williams Jefferson Ruile Fuxdmimonr McDowell Williams Hull

Man of Another Name in Porter Killing Case

A historical note states it was Thomas Lynch, not Eugene Srocl, who killed Porter in self defense years ago. Friends of the late Eugene Lynch of Homestead dispute the point.

Eugene Srocl Porter Thomas Lynch Eugene Lynch Homestead

Grip Epidemic Seen Waning as Doctors Rally

Physicians and druggists report the grip easing in Pittsburgh and surrounding cities. A prominent local doctor recounts over 100 patient visits in a day, while others note fewer new cases and rising rest among medical staff. Some debate Granville’s London prescription as impractical for the local outbreak.

Doctors See Grip On The Wane Amidriots and Excitement

The doctors who visited him said the disease was fading and believed excitement caused many deaths. They warned that panic over Italian troubles and regional riots would distract the afflicted, while a few calm days could help many recover from the grip.

Encouraging reports as workers return amid grip deaths

Postoffice staff recoverings rise as more workers go back to duties. The death roll remains heavy with notable names like Oliver Lemon, cashier of Iron City Bank, and several public safety officers still weak. Others like John W. Hague and Chief Elliot show improvement while many lives are touched by the grip across the city.

Postofice McKean Dan Silvis Mercer Oliver Lemon Iron Cuty Bank Lemon Hissel Station Iron City Bank John W. Hague Elliot Max Schamburg Rev J. H. Gogley Ames M Missouri Pacific Road Cleveland Marshall Ligret Spring and Axle Company Lower Allegheny Oliver Fifteenth Street Harry Davis Fifth Avenue Museum

Public Meeting Called On City Street Acts

Mayor Gourley hosts a public meeting in Pittsburg to explain proposed curative street legislation and related acts. City officials, attorneys, and lawmakers will attend to address constitutional features and potential fiscal impact, aiming to inform taxpayers and business leaders about upcoming measures.

Gourley Common Council Chamber D. T. Watson W. B. Rodgers Moreland Pirrasvan Pittsburg L Goveney Supreme Court W. C. Moreland Johns McCleay Upperman Neeban Flinn Merrow

East End Tragedy Miss Alice Fownes Dies Before Wedding

Miss Alice Fownes of Brasilton, near twenty, died suddenly amid plans for her brother Edward Fownes’s marriage. She had prepared to attend the wedding, wore the bridemail that evening, and died within minutes without warning. Burial is set for Saturday afternoon in her intended wedding dress.

East End Alice Fownes A. Fownes Brasilton Miss Fownes Edward Fownes Philsee

A M Watson Funeral Arrangements Noted

The funeral for A M Watson is set for tomorrow afternoon at 1 30 at Leetsdale Presbyterian Church with Rev Dr James Allison and Rev W Stewart officiating. Interment will be in Uniondale cemetery. pallbearers include Judge W G Hawkins and others. A bar meeting is planned this afternoon to address Watson's death.

A. M. Watson Leetsdale Presbyterian Church James Allison The Presbyterian Banner W. Stewart Uniondale W G. Hawkins M.A. Woodward W. D. Moore Stephen H. Geyer Charles W. Robb Campbell B. Herron EK. A. Montooth Nited Williams Air. Watson

Widespread grip and cough outbreak hits city mothers

The grip epidemic strains mothers as a new grip-whooping cough combination appears. Reports spread from Boquet Street Atwood Street and Oakland areas with cases rising in Allegheny and surrounding districts, signaling a growing public health concern.

Boquet Street Atwood Street Oakland Allegheny

Man Charged After Roach in Coffee Incident

Matthew Coleman of South Twenty third and Josephine streets is under bail to answer felonious assault and breach of peace charges after a dispute with Birdie O Conner over roaches in his coffee. He allegedly threatened to harm her with a butcher knife during a heated daytime argument. A hearing is set before Alderman Mc Garey this evening.

Matthew Coleman South Twenty-third Josephine Streets Alderman McGarey Birdie O'Conner Miss O'Conner Coleman

Anarchists Plan Fricke Funeral With Red Flag Burial

Remains of Herr Fricke the Anarchist to be buried Sunday afternoon with a red flag wrapped around him. He led the International Workingmen's Association in Pennsylvania and kept headquarters at 73 Spring Garden Avenue Allerbeny. The organization will meet tonight to finalize funeral arrangements led by Secretary Kupferberg who handles Fricke's extensive correspondence in French and Russian.

Herr Fricke Pennsylvania International Workingmen's Association Fricke Spring Garden Avenue Allerbeny Kupferberg Louis Blanc Karl Muaux London Orr Fricke Heidelberg

Fruit Buds Shaped by Harsh Weather Yet Promising

Amid severe grip and muddy conditions farmers endure isolation from the world as fruit buds show little growth since Candlemas Day. If frosts do not persist until midsummer, they may harvest more than hay next season.

Judge Frees Amos Snyder In Federal Charge

Judge Reed of the United States District Court discharged Amos Snyder who faced a charge of retailing liquor without a special tax payment. The 1889 offense date was not stated with sufficient certainty, leading to discharge after a bench warrant arrest and a yesterday hearing. Snyder had been living locally for two years.

Reed United States District Court Amos Snyder United States District Court of West Virginia Snyder

Identity of Charles Reynolds Revealed by Former Employer

A man who knew Charles Reynolds several years ago says Reynolds was once employed by a major city manufacturing firm at a very large salary. He plans to telegram the former employer for confirmation and the body will be held pending a reply.

Charles Reynolds Reynolds

Picked up by police after stone fight shooting

James Roxey, who shot Peter Tierney while trying to stop a stone fight, is held to await the boy’s injury outcome. He rested comfortably with good prospects for recovery. Alderman Garbp held a hearing in Michael Lyons versus Charles Stewart for barratry and dismissed it for lack of evidence. Mrs. Even Griffin held for court on an assault charge. Anos Devlin prosecutrix. Samuel McFadden held for brass theft from Keystone Iron Mill. Richard Mayo arrested in Alleheny for attempting to enter a house on Adams Street. Harry Parr jailed for unlawfully entering a building in Sharpsburg. Many Cronxs says Frank Ross took two umbrellas. he is in jail. Parker Fitzpatrick charged with assaulting Fred Weis.

James Roxey Peter Tierney Alderman Garbp Michael Lyons Charles Stewart Barratry Even Griffin Anos Devlin Samuel McFadden Keystone Iron Mill Richard Mayo Allerheny Adams Street

Old Councilmen Grow Lazy as Committees Die

Last night in Allegheny two committees the Fire and Market ended their existence while five more were nearly dissolved due to lack of a quorum. They approved payrolls and billys. If other committees fail to meet by tomorrow night payrolls in department budgets will be held over until new councils organize. A call was issued for Streets and Sewers and Water committees meetings with no arrangements yet for City Property Printing and Roads committees.

Granville London Eng Tomlinson Chicago Mortimer Granville Dir. Hofmann Penn Avenue Allegheny Billy

Real Estate Notice in Yoder Building on Fifth and Wylie

A brief listing notes Myer Galtinger in the Yoder law building located at the corner of Fifth and Wylie avenues. Telephone number 1707 given for contact. Take elevator as directed.

Yoder Law Building Fifth and Wylie Avenues

Refinery Blaze Wrecks Waverly Oil Works and Lumber Yard

Fire last evening destroyed the Waverly Oil Works near Fifty third street and adjoining Lacy's lumber yard, causing about 150000 in damage. The blaze began at 5 30 pm, spreading to tanks and cars with explosions, injuring two men and drawing multiple alarms. Insurance covers most losses. firemen and police sustained minor injuries. A secondary chimney fire at 605 Forbes street caused no damage.

Waverly Fifty-third Street Lacy John Sullivan Allegheny Valley Railroad George Evan Davis No.7 Engine Company Mentzel

Ohio Canals Safe and Senate Action on Various Bills

In Columbus April 2 the Senate passed a dog tax bill and debated a mining and side venture ban for railroad officers. A foreign livestock import rule was amended requiring proper state stock yard handling and seasonal shipping. Levee repair costs may be charged to adjacent property owners. The Gilbert avenue viaduct bill related to D. E. Ingalls and the Panhandle passed the Senate. The canal sale bill failed, and a constitutional tax levy proposal was deferred to next session.

Dispatom Senate Live Stock Commission Gilbert Avenue Cincinnati D. E. Ingalls Hig Four Panhandle Ohio

Delamater Settlement Aims For April 15 Completion

Meadeville April 2 The chairman of the committees of unpreferred creditors of Delamater Co hopes the creditors will sign the compromise by April 15. Signatures are arriving by mail from those invited to sign, with no pressure to complete within two weeks. The Allegheny Poor Board reports 256 inmates at Rolls House and seven deaths in the month. Finances show $14,700 54 approved, including a $10,000 payment leaving the home unencumbered. Secretary Hunker notes $530 75 spent last month.

Ee Legham Diwfatotel Meadville Delamater € Co Allegheny Poor Board Steward Rollshouse Hilla Hunker

Rivermen in Brawl Ends with Stabbing on Third Avenue

John H. Helmack and Lewis Harrington, rivermen, quarreled after a drunken dispute on Third avenue early yesterday. Helmack stabbed Harrington twice in the back causing severe but non fatal injuries. Harrington was taken to Homeopathic Hospital and Helmack was arrested by Detective Sterck.

John H. Helmack Lewis Harrington Third Avenue Helmack Harrington Homeopathic Sterck

Chief Armstrong Names Appointments and Reappointments

Chief Armstrong of Allegheny announced James Bradley, the retiring health officer, as a clerk in the Bureau of Enginesline. Wharfmaster Dittmar and Bark Aleasnrer Greenawalt were reappointed to their posts.

Armstrong Allegheny James Bradley Bureau of Enginesline Dittmar Aleasnrer Greenawalt

Balloon from Paris to grace Chicago World Fair

E P Vaissard arrives from Paris to set up the Godard captive balloon for the World’s Fair in Chicago. The balloon will be allowed to ascend to a height of 1492 feet over the exposition grounds.

Chicago E. P. Vaissard Paris Godard

interlocking switch bill passed in senate

Springfield April 2 a bill was approved requiring railroads to install interlocking switches at cross roads. General Booth II Laywoon April 2 Salvation Army head in serious condition. Mapisos Wisconsin April 2 civil rights bill killed in the Legislature today.

Springfield Senate Booth II Booth Salvation Army Mapisos Wis

Local Phonograph Records Made At Office

SmwiTro Russell sang into a phonograph at a local company office and made several flag records. A unidentified man killed in the W A Hoeveller building collapse is still not recovered at the morgue. A coroners jury ruled the collapse unavoidable and accidental. Detective Sol Coulson’s mother is ill at Center Avenue residence. Mrs Coulson 70 years old and fading. Joseph Moore two died in county jail from lung hemorrhage after years of illness. Joux Youns 45 reported missing from Windsor street Allegheny. Fifth Avenue Cable line delayed 30 minutes when car 0 slipped at Washington street power house. Partial note on Perrysville Plan engine purchase remains.

SmwiTro Russell Phonograph Company W. A. Hoeveller Sol Coulson Center Avenue Coulson Joseph Moore Moore Ninth Ward Joux Youns No. Windsor Street Allegheny Fifth Avenue Washington Street Perrysville

Special bargains in lace curtains and muslin sale

To Day and To Morrow specials feature lace curtains and over 20 cases of muslin white goods blankets and more from the Claflin Company fire sale at Bee window Camp Bell and Dick.

Claflin Company Bee Window Camp Bell & Dick

Carpenters Vote Redrawn Districts Over Eight-Hour Fight

The Carpenters Council redraws voting districts to exclude unions beyond a 12 mile radius as it prepares for an eight hour strike May 1. Leaders seek a constitutional majority, risking deeper district dissensions while master builders watch closely. Local unions report mixed votes and uncertain outcomes as members grapple with division and strategem.

Carpenters Carpenters’ Council Pittsburg Butler Kittanning McKeesport

Manufacturers Set Flexible Discounts For Pipe Industry

The Wrought Iron Pipe Manufacturers' Association met at the Monongahela House and approved a new policy to vary discounts with market conditions. Last month saw reductions in several categories including lap weld and butt weld pipes, amid slow trade. The oil country market is anticipated to improve, and the move aims to reduce January to March price cutting by aligning discounts with demand.

Wrought Iron Pipe Manufacturers’ Association Monongahela House

Carriage and Wagon Makers Win Ground in Wage Dispute

Still gaining ground as 13 firms had conceded demands after nine hours. Names include Thompson & Davis Allegheny Grostch & Zuse Fifth avenue Henry J. Domboff Main and Liberty Fred Seener Parkway Sproal Vehicle Company Twent first and Smallan Streets Henrik sip East End Joseph Lacker J Hafla Huntsinger Tneiron G A Shuster Wauke Bros McKeesport A W Smith McKeesport. Strikers hold headquarters at the Saller building corner of Smithfield and Diamond stream to receive committee reports.

Thompson & Davis Allegheny Grostch & Zuse Fifth Avenue Henry J. Domboff Main and Liberty Fred Seener Parkway Sproal Vehicle Company Twent -First Smallan Streets Henr East End Joseph Lacker J. Hafla South Seventh Street Huntsinger City Tneiron G. A. Shuster Wauke Bros McKeesport A. W. Smith Saller Smithfield Diamond Stream

Landlord's Warrant Shuts American Tinned Plate Association Office

The American Tinned Plate Association in the Stevenson building was shut by a landlord's warrant. Rumor says two months of bad terms with the landlord left the group inactive after achieving its initial objective. Assistant secretary S. F. Laty and other officers were unavailable.

American Tinned Plate Association Stevenson Building S. F. Laty

Cork workers strike committee eye aid from labor unions

The strike committee reports a promised 10000 dollars for distribution among members next week from the Knights of Labor AFL Amalgamated Association and the American Flint Glassworkers Union. Workers renew hope of victory as at the works no new developments are noted and timekeepers list 313 men and girls on the rolls with general filling of departments.

Knights of Labor American Federation of Labor Amalgamated Association American Flint Glassworkers’ Union

Honoring His Memory in Steubenville July 6 Demonstration

A message from Mrs. John K. Myers of Steubenville requests information on associations to honor the late Thomas A. Armstrong. They seek emblems commemorating his life to be carried in the Steubenville demonstration July 6 and for grave services and a visit to the grave.

John K. Myers Steubenville Thomas A. Armstrong

Executions Issued Over Damages in Knights of Labor Case

Brace Brothers laundrymen yesterday issued an execution for 24037.50 against J. L. Evans F Maire W D McAuliffe M P Carrick George Dovey and T J Dicus. The writ covers damages and costs awarded to Brace Brothers in the Knights of Labor boycott case.

Brace Brothers J. L. Evans F. Maire W. D. McAuliffe M. P. Carrick George Dovey T. J. Dicus Knights of Labor

Strike Hits Wharton McKnight Foundry Over Union Claims

Twenty moulders walked out at Wharton McKnight's foundry after a contract to supply 3,600 tons of steel to Continental Tube Works and Elba Iron Company, alleged to be new union establishments. The strike centers on non unionism practices and disputed labor terms.

Wharton McKnight Continental Tube Works Elba Iron Company Newunion

Journeymen Horseshoers Local Holds Twelfth Annual Reception

The twelfth annual reception of the Journeymen Horseshoers Local Union is set for this evening at Central Rink. George Harris named superintendent of finishing at Edgar Thomson Steel Works replacing Budger Howman. Echo Lodge special meeting on Southside discusses irregularities at Republic Iron Works. Joax J. Mantis heads to New York for the wedding of his sister Marguerite Martin and Joseph G. Collins, leading Brooklyn youths.

Journeymen Horseshoers GrorGkt Harris Edgar Thomson Steel Works Budger Howman Echo Lodge Amalgamated Association Southside Republic Ron Joax J. Mantis New York Marguerite T. Martin Joseph G. Collings Brooklyn

Fortune From His Brush Hubert Herkomer’s $200000 Portrait Gains

The New York Sun notes Hubert Herkomer earned between $200,000 and $250,000 in a New York winters work with portraits. He charged $1,500 to $3,000 per portrait and achieved fame for wealth, including a noted portrait of Hon. Whitelaw Reid at the Lotus Club.

New York Sun Hubert Herkomer Whitelaw Reid Lotus Club

Prices of the butcher and the hidden waste

A New York retail meat dealer discusses the hidden costs of the trade. He notes drying blood, bone and fat trimming, and customer demands like liver for dogs and extra suet. He cites prices 24 cents for porterhouse steak 22 for sirloin 18 for round steak and reflects that profit is smaller than it appears.

New York

Special Announcement on Jewelry And Musical Instruments

See our stock of diamonds gold and silver watches jewelry silverware bronzes and more. Call to compare prices and quality. Courteous treatment guaranteed. A full line of musical instruments on hand. N Gallinger 1200 Penn Ave.

N. Gallinger Wrsu

School Children The School Review April Issue

The April School Children The School Review is issued from Percy F. Smith's presses at 53 and 65 Virgin Alley. The issue offers brighter reading matter for schoolboys and girls with generous prize offers and abundant school reading. Smith specializes in fine book and job work and invites public patronage.

Percy F. Smith Virgin Alley

Trimmed hats and bonnets debut at 618 Penn avenue

Mrs E Barker hosts a not formal showing of the latest feminine headgear at 618 Penn avenue with a welcome for ladies. Beautiful souvenirs will be given to each visitor to the ad Museum Theater on Friday.

Penn Avenue E. Barker C. A. Simpson Ad Museum

Direct importations of new fabrics and silks at Hueus and Hacxe

We showcase first selections from top makers with new designs and reliable quality. India Silk dresses feature handsome art patterns, wash silks, checks and stripes in two prices, 75c and 1 per yard. A recent advantageous purchase allows extra values in Black Sarah Silks from sec to 125 per yard.

India Sarah Sec

Linen bargains for housekeepers offer 350 pillow cases

This week we offer 350 pairs of Pure Linen Pillow Cases sized 36 by 45 inches at 125 dollars per pair and a dozen special grade Huckaback Towels at 12 1 2 cents each. These goods are of superior quality and priced to offer unequaled value.

Pittsburg Parties Move to Garnish Chicago Contractors

The Pittsburg legal actions against the Columbia Iron and Steel Company advance as the parties commence garnishment of the new Masonic building contractors in Chicago linked to the project.

Pittsburg Columbia Lron and Steel Company Masonic Chicago

Knit Underwear for Spring in Best Market Stock

Largest and most complete stock of ladies undergarments from ribbed wool to silk vests, drawers, skirts, and corsets. Includes Balbriggan, Merino, silk and lisle options in white, natural, black, ecru. Complete Misses and children selections available in multiple weights and styles.

Ecru Loeb

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