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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1889
Page
12
An article rebuts claims the city’s water system is at fault for muddy taps. Superintendent Brown explains natural silt from freshets causes clouding, discusses a proposed settling reservoir, and notes the cost and feasibility of additional filtration versus new storage capacity.
Dispatch from Constantinople reports Istubigo in Beirut province had its American missionary schools closed by local authorities and Basibek in Damascus threatened similar action. Minister Strauss urged the Grand Vizier, leading to reopening of Istubiga school and assurances not to interfere further, with complaints referred to Constantinople.
In Washington on April 17 the President refused to delay applying civil service rules to the aged service after a congressional delegation urged postponement. He cited delays caused by the Civil Service Commission and said no further postponement was justified, warning of consequent harm to the country.
Senator Quay reports a large number of office seekers in Washington yesterday. He says the rush stems from the Harrison administration and claims neither Brine nor Quay can sway the President.
Ladion offers ribbed silk vests in varied colors with prices around 75 cents and 5 for 225 dollars. Styles include high neck and sleeveless versions. Jos. Horse & Co. promotes Pean Avenue stores and Easter novelties with a wide jewelry selection at 87 Fifth Ave near the big clock.
W C McEldowney reports on local option districts where illicit saloon activity persists. In Fayette Greenecoun a traveling bartender named Clark once plied drinks illegally, profiting 10 cents a glass. In another town a whisky seller, now an usher, ends up jailed then left at a club with doors locked, forced to spend the night with family.
Coroner's inquest investigates a decomposed white male body found a mile from the Valley route railroad bridge five miles south of Latte Rock. The corpse wore black corkscrew cloth and blue overalls with pants, holds $32 in coins, a $300 draft drawn by Sherman County Bank cashier George F. Jordan in favor of F. Stone, plus travel and hotel tickets. Magistrate Fulton reports seeing a man fall from the same bridge months earlier. authorities bury the body on the riverbank.
A large crowd of friends G A R comrades and journalists gathered at Oakland M E Church for the obsequies of Major Sidney Omohundro. Rev B F Beasell led the services honoring the respected Union veteran and newspaper man with a floral display noted for its beauty and symbolism from press and church groups. The notable tributes included a floral scroll from advertising solicitors and a floral guidon from the G A R, plus basket and broken column arrangements from the Press Club and Sunday school respectively.
Early yesterday Tarentum saw a large fire in the cellar of the Sishley Opera House block destroying the building and three stores. Squire Calpass's small shop, part of Joshua Batholeck’s two story brick residence, and other adjacent property suffered, with about 10,000 in losses and Mahaffey the grocer enduring nearly 4,000. Cause unknown and insurance covers about 5,000.
Officials of the Peemickey road plan summer work to join sidings between the city and McKeesport. The line to Becks Run is already double tracked and a long Rankin station sidetrack will be connected to fit river trestle work, though progress will be slow. Pleasant Valley Railway stock rises as shares trade up from $170 to $170 despite holders resisting sales. Capital stock increases from $100,000 to $1,000,000, with ten new shares issued for each held. Motive power will shift to electricity within four months as noted in these columns.
Swiss ribbed cotton vests in white and light colors, available in all sizes for ladies, misses, and children. Prices 21c and 40c. Advertises at Horse & Co. Penn Avenue Stores and People’s Store. Campbell & Diaz at Fifth Avenue locations listed.
The ad touts the Fass Corset as superior with imitators unable to match it. It claims exclusive access at the corset counter and promotes leading imported brands like G. W. Sommice and Filth with prices around eight dollars.
The Cleveland Spirit world predicts a temple for Spiritualists here aided by a medium. G F Keats reports spirit communications promising a temple soon, with an earthly architect to draft plans. The circle seeks funds and a central city site to build a plain yet beautiful house of worship.
A coal dealer recalls clerks at a Pittsburg office playing a game of pitching dollars. Players set two lead pencils in floor cracks and throw to land near them. the closest wins the jackpot. One participant reportedly lost $30, and the dealer notes more coal men are joining the trend.
The Commercial Exchange of Kansas City passes resolutions protesting a local meat inspector bill as an unwarranted attack on regional interests. It directs a committee to Jefferson City to protest the measure and seeks a western presidentially appointed IPC vacancy representative to address sectional concerns.
Water fell to eight feet yesterday. The Acoro Percy Kelly Bob Jenkins and the packet Hudson arrived yesterday morning. The John Penny arrived the night we registered the river yesterday morning. I also left for seuss ports with a Sorat.
A fragment highlights emigration hopes to the West and warns of disease threats. It advertises inexpensive ladies gauze vests from Jos. Horse & Co., emphasizing safety and value for travelers and shoppers.
The ad touts a vast display of corsets and accessories from e desi de a mata & Co. at 45 Fifth Avenue and Jos. Honne & Co. featuring Thompson’s summer corset, R. & G. linen models, and other sizes.
Colonel George W. Gibbons, leader of the Annexation League, discusses plans to invade and annex Lower California from New York to San Francisco. He denies being a filibusterer, claims the league aims to resist foreign invasion, and notes secret orders and branches in major cities.
A report from Curcaco dated April 17 notes elections across Illinois where saloon questions dominated. Prohibitionists won anti license candidates in 18 towns and high license in two, while license forces carried 17 municipalities. Republicans won six races and Democrats eight. Women voters aided Prohibition candidates in several towns.
Judge Gresham and Judge Blodgett rule the Pullman Sessions patent for vestibuled cars valid in the United States Circuit Court. The decision finds Wasco infringing by using iron face plates under spring pressure forming vestibules in half sections each half week of operation.
In Mica, April 17, James Williams and his wife fell ill from poisoning. The 14 year old Matilda Williams admitted giving each a tablespoon of rough on rats in their tea. The girl, linked to a cow boys scheme, sought fame by harming her parents and was brought home against her will.
The trial of Mrs Frances Carmichael for the murder of Addison Carmichael concluded with a not guilty verdict. Addisons death January 15 followed a deathbed claim that his wife poisoned him with strychnine, but the jury did not credit the statement.
Light colored cheek walls and neat stripes surge this season as popular suit patterns. Many suits priced at $10 and $12. they are artistically finished and lined, rivaling custom tailoring. Visit P. C. C. at Grant and Diamond streets, opposite the new Court House, for men and boys' suits with free gifts of a bag of fun or a Parisian self winding top.
Harpy & Ha Jewelers advertise new location near Fifth with 10 to 25 percent off all fancy goods and bargain prices on goods. Carpets and imported cigars are promoted by G W Saman and G W Schmidt offer. Prices shown include 425 and 180 dollar marks for selected items.
Pretty Easter hat shapes arrive in the millinery department at Jos Honne & Co. New stock features fresh designs for the holiday season.
Those unfamiliar with furniture should choose a single trusted firm. Dain & Daschbach at 111 Sini La Mazilds import cigars from $10 to W. Som, 40 per hundred.
William Draper stands trial in the Mansfield Kentucky court for the June 24 1883 Knights of Labor picnic homicide at Tom's Raw. Witnesses describe a beer quarrel and a firing on a hill near the wagon. George Whalen died from a 32 caliber bullet wound after peritonitis set in.
A docket listing numerous cases across Common Pleas No 1 and No 2 including King and Son vs Gernart Jr O'Brien vs Fuller Stoket vs Fuller Mason orux vs Elk Lacock Sr vs Isaac and Co Witteman Bros vs Smith Sanderson vs P L E B Co Sanderson vs Dickey Sechmidt vs Glessner Thistle vs Davis Wagner vs Acme Grease Newell vs Hamil and Johnston vs Webb for Common Pleas. In Criminal Court the Commonwealth proceedings include PdF B Reynol Robert Richardson Henry G F Lochner John Imonis Wataon Lochner Hugh Carret and Paul Lochner.
Siftings From Justice reports multiple trials and judgments in Allegheny courts. Cases include Bruce vs Chau tauqua Lake Ice Co over wages, McGune vs McCain injunctive action, Steinbrenner vs Pittsburg and Western Railroad for death damages, and Sullivan and Claire verdicts for a store intrusion. Executions of 71.7 25 were authorized on Fifth Avenue properties. A medical ad notes Jaynes for weak lungs and throat issues.
Patrick Egan and Thomas Walsh visited Senator Hiscock in Arlington seeking support for a Baltimore Special Treasury Agent post. Hiscock rebuffed the request, calling it intrusion, and Walsh reportedly grew heated while Egan tried to calm the situation.
Archbishop Ryan directed priests in Philadelphia to hold special services on April 30 to mark Washington's centennial inauguration. The circular praises Washington's civic virtues and urges sermons on the source of power from God and duties of obedience to civil authority.
In Crucisnati April 17, Dr Brown president of the Wealeyan Female College faced Signor Fabiani music master after a dispute over an $8 monthly expense. Fabiani attacked Brown in the hall and was driven toward the stairway, but Brown prevailed. Fabiani, about 35, was paid and dismissed. Brown is 60.
A severe wind and hail storm hit Sumner County about 11 PM lasting an hour. In the Rome vicinity seven miles south of the city the hail was unusually large and caused damage to fruit trees, roofs, awnings, and small buildings. Flooding is expected to cause further damage.
New York reports William Gould a 60 year old oil speculator shot himself in the right temple in his Ashland House room. Death was instantaneous and adverse speculation is cited as the cause. The page also lists a general ads section with auctions and furnishings promoted by various merchants including Lace Curtains Portieres Upholstery Goods and select household goods outlets.
The New York Central reelects its board of directors. A steamer to New York with 700 passengers arrives amid other notices. Fire on the Pennsylvania Railroad ferry New Brunswick destroys the vessel. all aboard escape. The Welland canal tolls and Boston areas see continued rates. The Santa Fe disaster coroner’s verdict cites gross criminal carelessness. Funeral services held for Emma Hartt and related victims. Policeman Hilton dies from wounds. two suspects arrested.
An enterprising countryman from the Monongahela region appeared on the Southside yesterday to negotiate daily summer supplies of leaves for saloons and butcher shops. The leaf business aims to provide fresh green boughs for hot days, adding a cool and neat appearance to interiors and potentially serving as fly brushes. The farmer reports steady demand and notes the effort needed to harvest and supply the foliage while protecting trees remains a concern.
The coal industry faces a hopeful outlook in both pools with most mines operating, except Joseph Walton & Co. Large contracts have been secured by Sow & Bat for coal delivery near Coal Center. The text also notes textiles and clothing items sold by Jos Home & Co. with real estate banking details and Easter neckwear in men’s furnishings.
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