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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1889

Page

4

Good Manners and Etiquette on Engagement Rings and Calls

A Q and A on proper etiquette covers congratulations after engagements. It advises sending best wishes to the bride and congratulations to the groom, timing for engagement rings, and when to call, emphasizing the lady should initiate introductions and that the usher’s presence at theaters should not alter conduct. It also lists fashionable Atlantic City hotels and notes room-securing tips for Brighton.

Geotleman

Social Events Highlight Local Weddings and Gatherings

The marriage of Louis C. Zeitgechmidt and Mary Rapheel is planned for Wetumtey April 10 at the rest- A parents on Wylie avenue. A concert by the Christian Endeavor Society at Third Presbyterian featured Schubert pieces. A Thursday euchre party hosted by Miss A. Lynch saw Flora Dietrich and Charles Davidson win head prizes, Lizzie Hare and W. Taylor the booby prizes. Davis Camp Sons of Veterans to host a centennial reception with matrons and chaperones listed. Mrs W L Fouth and others attend a gathering at Fi Street with progressive euchres, amid recitations by Miss Kitty Fullerton.

Louis C. Zeitgechmidt Mary Rapheel Wylie Avenue Cane Grapsiteen Etn Schuman Christian Endeavor Society Third Presbyterian Churen Schubert A. Lynch Thureday Flora Dietrich Charles Davidson Lizzie Hare W. Taylor Davis Camp Sons of Veterans Cy- Assetas Statental Wasration Iolowinsites Indies W. L. Fouth John O'Brien A. P. Davie Chastes

Miss Anns L Hopper and Harry P McCurds wed in Pulaski

Miss Anns L Hopper of Pulaski and Mr Harry P McCurds of Enon Valley married Tuesday evening at the bride’s parents home. Rev J M Mealy of Wilmington conducted the ceremony witnessed by close friends and relatives. Also noted is the wedding of Rebeoves M Livingstone of Pittsburgh to Harry B Hosenthal of New York on April 4 at the bride’s parents’ residence with Dr Beenstien in attendance.

Anns L. Hopper Pulaski Harry P. McCurds Enon Valley J. M. Mealy Wilmington Rebeoves M. Livingstone Pittsburg Harry B. Hosenthal New York Dr. Beenstien Mr. P. 8. Gilmore America Boston Campanini Are Myron Whitney Signorina de Vi Italag Za Pane Lenny Lind Gilmore Nee Hernvex Johns

Visitors and Absentees

Miss Hattie Boyce visits Brooklyn while E C Lincoln heads to Cincinnati to visit friends. Nellie Foraker stays with Hannu Gallaher in Payette County. Mrs B H Stouffer returns from East End visit. Mrs Albert Harry attends concerts with Mr Thompson in Fremont Street. Barbra Heron and Sadie Stewart visit Cincinnati friends. Kitty Reltan hosts in Ellsworth.

Miss Hattie Boyce Brooklyn E. C. Lincoln New York Peeee Oe Cincinnati Louie Sadie Stewart Barbra Heron Beesport Nellie Foraker Payette County Hannu Gallaher B. H. Stouffer Broadstreet East End Unday Nue Albert Harry Sten Thompson

Contest for Vacant School Music Supervisor Post

The Central Board seeks a Music Supervisor for public schools after Prof. Prosser's death. Eight applicants include Miss Annie Asper and Prof. Rinehart. debate on one versus two supervisors continues, with salaries raised to 1500. A committee plans resolutions for other deaths and means to select a candidate next Tuesday evening.

Prof. Prosser Prof Prosser Annie Asper Liberty School Central Board Rewstar Messrs. Yegle Foley A. E. McCandless Rinehart Ted Asper John Philli Colfax Bessie Wigheman Bilt Albionne Milligan Duquesne Archer Aland Allen Wey Grace Connick Wm. C. Gray C.W. Michael Ina Ood Winnie Snyder Lydia FP P Peston Rachel Wi Fams Ralston John Ludesbuebi Bellefield

Marriages and meetings mark O Hara Humboldt schools report

Miss Exwa Hives of Humboldt school wed Mr T Clifford Rossiter at home on Thursday. Miss Maggie Adams elected to fill vacancy. Committees to revise regulations meet at Central Board rooms. Teacher institute planned for Saturday at Knox School. Miss Mary Martin to lead class drill. Moorhead School bell silent due to Father Kearney illness, lowering attendance. Friday pay for teachers with golden coin noted. Librarian funds boosted. renewed Teachers Library interest. Textbook committee keeps list, White drawing book replaces older edition. May 2 chosen for Prof Prosser family benefit concert at Fifth Avenue Market Hall with Dr W T English Edward Dermitt and Riptas Quartette helping.

Exwa Hives Humboldt School T. Clifford Rossiter Maggie Adams Regnu Sede Ee Ee Divirron Institute Knox School Mary Martin Father Kearney Moorhead Librar Brary White Prof Prosser Fifth Avenue Market Hall Rinehart W.T. English Edward Dermitt Riptas Quartette

Fraternal Lodge Socials and Meetings Across Cities

Several fraternal lodges report social events and gatherings. Members from Cleveland, Detroit, Youngstown, Boston, and Pittsburgh attended meetings, banquets, and socials, with notices of upcoming sessions at Euclid Avenue Opera House and new hall openings at 78 Fourth Avenue.

The Crystal Slipper at Bijou Theater Promises Return

The Bijou Theatre stages The Crystal Slipper with Ada Dyas and a strong company. Critics praise the cast and production while noting Miss Maddern’s engagement and the finale return of Jim, the Penman with the Madison Square Theater Company.

Jim Madison Square Theater Palmer Ada Dyas May Brooklin Miss Dyas

London and New York Theater News and Controversies

Prolific notices on Richard Mansfield’s London Richard II and II tours, Mansfield’s return to the US for an 80 week season, and mixed reception. Melded items include the Annie Pixley dog Bennie’s Memphis death, Robert Elsmere cast details, and forthcoming Featherbrain at Madison Square with Minnie Maddern.

Creston Clarke Milwaukee Wis Richard Mansfield Spenine Union Square Theater Newark Richard NL Gloster Nashville Banner Annie Pixley Bennie Memphis Robert Exsurre Connecticut New York City Helen Barry Robert Elsmere London the Mirror Mansfield Chicago Paulina L'Allemand Miss L'Allemand New York Robert Elamere Catherine Elemere Dorothy Dorr Rose Effie M. Shannon Hugh Flarman Walter Crane Robert Elemere E. H. Vanderfelt Edward Langham John T. Sullivan Newcomb W. H Madison Square Theater Featherbrain Minnie Maddern Paris Criterion Theater Boston Museum Lyceum Theater Arthur E. Miller Charles Frohman Brander Matthews M. Coquelin Agnes Booth Comedietta Ora Hérand

National Encampment in Pittsburg Stirring Local Interest

The Grand Army of the Republic committee met with A. P. Burchfield presiding to review Chamber of Commerce support. The chamber declined to guarantee funds but will host a mass meeting of business leaders to decide whether to invite the National Encampment of 18M. The Beaver and Governor Beaver matters prompted discussion and a mass meeting plan for old soldiers.

Chamber of Commerce Pittabarg Tanner Grand Army Day Council Chambers A. P. Burchfield H. H. Bengough Chamber Pittsburg Messrs. Burchfield Sample Patterson Jennings Duvall Lambert Ben

War of the Rebel Lion Records Volume 2 1863 operations details

The first part of volume 2 percent titled War of the Rebel Lion Records covers operations in Kentucky Tennessee Alabama West Virginia and Morgan’s raid in Ohio from January 21 to August 10 1863. It highlights regimental contributors from the Seven pecan Ramerenes Sane and seventy-ninth regiments and others. Lieutenant Colonel Henry M Lazolle and Colonel John P Nicholson oversee preparation of material for the Rebellion Records with Nicholson collecting a private war library and serving as American editor of the History of the Civil War.

Kentucky Tennessee Alabama West Virginia Morgan Ohio Spme John P. Nicholson Alan Nicholson Counsels Ennsylvania Slowao

James Tanner Named New Commissioner of Pensions

Corporal James Tanner steps in as Commissioner of Pensions beside President Harrison. He has quickly mastered office routines and emphasizes careful administration and evidence weighing. A member of the National Pension Committees and the G A E, he has engaged in pension debates since the war.

Harrison Washington James Tanner Tanne

Dedication of Monuments on Pennsylvania Day

The article notes plans for dedicating Gettysburg campaign monuments next month on Pennsylvania Day. Addresses will reveal new facts from recollections and private memoranda of participants. Some Irania command monuments may remain unfinished. May 2nd arrangements are not fully settled yet but expected to meet the day's significance.

Gettysburg Pennsylvania Irania

Encampment and Post Meetings in Local G A R Chapters

Post 28 plans a Tuesday evening session in new rooms near the Pittsburg Gas Office with remarks by Comrade Riddle and a tribute to David P. Weaver. Union Veteran Legion Encampment No 1 holding first meeting in new hall above the gas office. note on Captain Cooper and Rev Holmes. Appomattox anniversary events at New Castle Opera House with Major Mortooth delivering address. Public dispute over penal clause in soldiers reform bill continues amid letters to Hesreabare. G A R orders urge camps to consolidate reports. membership drives intensify across Pennsylvania as the department strives to exceed Ohio in growth.

Lee West County Compans R. BE. Burson Tarentum Military Order of the Loyal Legion Goniw Philadelphia Illinois Senate Eneral Logan Chicabe Thomas W. Baker The Board of Health John 5. Lambie Post Benjamin F. Tracy Secretary of the Navy Naval Post No N. W. S. Ajl Jefferson Barracks St. Leula Ohio Andrews Atlanta James M. Clare New Castia Pennsylvania Volunteers Quay David Watt Pennsylvania Railroad Monongahela General Liow Post No East Liv Pittsburg Sae Ee Ealsom Riddle Meade Post David P. Weaver Enver Lyle Pennsylvania Union Veteran Legion Moge S.H. Charlton Post 1 Montgomery Als Ee Ae East End Lawrence County New Castle Appomattox J. H. Cooper S. H. Holmes E A. Mortooth Order of Sons of Veterans Warner G. A. BR Greneral Twen Stewart Comrades

Why the Washington Infantry Won't Join the Eighteenth Regiment

A military letter explains that Washington Infantry will not join the Eighteenth Regiment as a National Guard company. It details past reorganization, disbandment, and ongoing grievances from members who preferred disciplined citizen service over state duties. The piece notes debt to the unit since 1878 and mentions Captain Charles Rossmro and Adjutant General Duvin.

J. J. Ana Eith New York Washington Ae Schofield Stas Hastings National Guard Yorktown McKeenport Washington Infantry the Dispatch Siz Hartley Howard Nineteenth Regime Eorganiton Sto Feensity Beaver Keamunnty Hich

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