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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1890
Page
12
Chicago conference on wage demands ends without agreement as Superior and Panhandle officials foresee settlement by Monday. Officials say they reject strikes while noting plan to employ non union workers if a tie up occurs. Freight yards are crowded with trains and shipments delayed across Pennsylvania and Ohio.
Colonel John W. Echols and Rev. Dr. Macintosh have accepted invitations to speak in Richmond Charlotte Birmingham Nashville and Louisville on Scotch Irish race topics. Echols heads local Scotch Irish Congress plans with May 29 to June 1 meetings. Prof. B A White of Washington and Lee will read a paper. A California branch of the Sec React? Society forms led by Alexander Montgomery aims to send San Francisco leaders to the Pittsburgh congress.
President Hibbs of the Net and Bolt Makers Association denies a trust was formed at a meeting last week in the Anderson Hotel. Mentors joked about a trust, but he says it was not contemplated. Supervisor Oliver says he was misquoted on district numbers and plans are sent to Washington for action.
Stockholders approve license for P J Hageert clubhouse at Homewood Park and plan to reopen with track repairs, cafe facilities, and improved stables. New associate memberships offered. committee appointed to arrange late summer or early autumn meeting. Officials expect initial outlay under 1500 dollars and anticipate rapid transit access to attract crowds.
The Thurman Club of Columbus prepares for Hon. Allen G Thurman's seventy seventh birthday on November 12. John F Lenz, president, travels to secure attendance pledges from leading Democrats including ex President Cleveland ex Speaker Carlisle Senator Mills and General Colli with others to speak and energize the next national campaign.
A fire in Buddemeyer’s varnish room atop a three story brick building at Short and Water streets caused heavy damage to the center room and an $800 soda fountain. Fire crews extinguished the blaze in about 40 minutes with total losses not exceeding $5,000, fully insured. A defective flue is suspected. street obstructions delayed engine access during the incident.
Andrew Carnegie will come to Pittsburgh to confer with the Library Committee after the Pan American Congress adjourns. J B Scott expects Carnegie in about a week from tomorrow and to stay several days. Councilman Lambie notes Carnegie urged a meeting but dates depend on Congress and Carnegie's New York duties.
Mr. A H Logan of Logan Emory and Weaver returns from a five week West Virginia tour praising the fields as promising stayers though wells are small. A 720 barrel per day well is noted. Logan’s firm sues the Pennsylvania Railroad for 321000 in freight discrimination with Damages under the 1586 act. main claim 107000. Trial set for Smethport this week. Logan departs today. Attorneys Sherman Lee and Elliott represent the firm.
The State Convention of the Retail Merchants Association of Pennsylvania will meet in Scranton starting Tuesday at 10 o clock and run through Wednesday. A banquet at the Wyoming Hotel will close the session with P. F. Smith and S. B. Charters among toast list members. Delegates from Western Pennsylvania include S B Charters W A Willett J A Harbaugh Andrew Wicht J E Bay L Mason W J Sharp les and A Calhoun J L Calvert. Delegates travel Monday from 8 to 11 PM arriving Scranton at 10 PM. The banquet is arranged by Scranton merchants.
A citizen letter in the Twenty third ward condemns Officer Cross for firing on four men by the B and O crossing on Second Avenue. It claims Cross ignored orders and endangered bystanders, urging removal. Chief Brown says Cross was suspended and will be discharged. Inspector McAleese notes strict firearm regulations and calls for courtesy toward all citizens.
A report claiming the Ninth street bridge contract was abandoned after flooding is wrong. Foreman says his crew, primarily Italian, is under orders to continue work. An elevated boardwalk over bridge arches is planned, creating a steep, step‑heavy footway during progress.
The Americas Club dinner at Seventh Avenues Hotel next Saturday draws a large Washington contingent. Speakers include Reed and several prominent lawmakers and officials. Dalzell serves as toastmaster as committees finalize toasts and decorations promise a distinguished, festive event.
A large crowd at Twenty first and Carson formed at the Main and Van Amburg circus ticket wagon. A second show was added at 9 30 after a near trampling rush. Police intervened as ropes caused entanglement and minor injuries. A warrant over a trespass dispute was resolved by a messenger from the show owner.
Pennsyl vania Railroad painters walked out seeking a 10 percent raise from a daily rate of 2 dollars. They demand 220 and expect a broader payroll push across the railroad to restore 20 percent cut during the panic. Workers cite 13 years of waiting and a potential general movement among Pennsylvania Railroad staff. No company officials could confirm details.
Postmaster McKean plans a new Oakland station and three mail collection wagons with on wagon mailboxes to speed pickups. Wanamaker pushes first train departures, boosting Pittsburgh mail flow and doubling daily carrier service potential. Ten new stamp agencies, postal notes, and private house boxes proposed. Moreland building to host a grand new Treasury office.
The Bureau of Health complains about untreated dead animals left on streets and in stables. A city contract with Dr Cearnecki covers removal at no cost to residents, but ignorance causes delays. Citizens are urged to call to prevent pollution and sickness from decomposing carcases.
City Hall officials settle on a mutual reallocation of offices effective early next month. Mayor Guwurley will move to the second floor with the City Attorney and adjoining room. Chief Brown and the Police and Fire Bureaus take the Mayor’s current offices. The City Attorney moves to the former Police Superintendent’s suite, with other adjustments for the Clerk, Inspector, and Highway and Sewer bureaus to consolidate on the floor. The plan aims to reduce visitor travel and improve communication.
H Kleber & Bros at 506 Wood Street advertise as oldest reliable dealers in Pittsburgh teaching piano making and selling top brands Steinway Conover Opera Emerson Burdette and Vocalion organs. Also offering secondhand Steinway pianos at bargain prices with easy payments and long warranties.
The writer suggests license holders paper their walls with a 24 or 30 inch plain tint, stating it as the most appropriate wallpaper. They quote prices of 200 and 300 per running bolt of eight yards and advertise J J Fuchs at 1710 Carson Street as the supplier.
A large stock of Hardman Krakauer Kimball and Vose pianos in rose wood walnut and oak arrives daily. Designs surpass prior market offerings. Old pianos and organs taken in exchange. New instruments rented with rent credited on purchase. Catalogues mailed to one address. McEllon & HOEX Palace of Music 77 Fifth Avenue
A license was granted for wallpaper work at 1710 Carson Street unit 5. The approval appears to authorize installation and related duties at the residence, with no additional details provided on parties involved or expiration.
Gustav Kotinski a peddler, filed an information against his former employer Thomas Powervilz before Alderman Daley charging aggravated assault and battery. Kotinski says Powervilz struck him with a railroad spike on McClure Avenue Allegheny while he was selling his wares, after Kotinski had discharged him days earlier.
The Patriotic League of Pennsylvania grows fast with new branches and aims to adopt a constitution. Harrisburn [Harrisburg] reports 720 members in three weeks and a public meeting next Saturday will discuss the draft constitution and public address outlining cardinal principles.
Next Friday evening in the Ingram chapel an entertainment will feature a broom drill recitations and singing with a spelling match for a prize. The proceeds go to the primary Sabbath school library and a large amount of joy is anticipated.
A.G. Hart of Chicago visited his brother Dr Hart of Penn Avenue and gave a finely mounted cane cut from Libby Prison pine. The doctor, oldest of 11 siblings all over six feet, notes only one death in the family and that every child and grandchild remains prosperous and hearty.
Due to high trade and strong demand for baseball tickets, Gusky's will continue to boost public interest for the next week. Customers spending $250 in any department may receive a free admission ticket to any game this season featuring either stage or Brotherhood clubs, at the customer's option.
A brief garbled notice lists plain fabric at 20 cents per running bolt. It mentions 1710 Carson Street and a partial address 5S, indicating a market or shop offer with pricing. No clear entities beyond the street address identified.
A mysterious main end dog incident drew a huge Southside crowd for three nights but did not appear last evening. Residents gathered at Twenty fourth street near BF, awaiting the stray apparition amid police orders to monitor the spot after last summer's two week flare.
Western passenger car traffic to extend to freight rates as Denver consignees delay orders awaiting a likely rate cut beyond the Missouri. Local shippers foresee 000 to 20,000 kegs of nails and large iron orders reaching Pittsburgh once rates settle.
This afternoon Miss Charlotte Stone will change her name at the Ross Street Synagogue. The groom is Mr Nathan Senthal. The Rev A Bernstein will officiate. After the ceremony the bridal party will travel to Pride Street for a reception. The couple will depart tonight for an extended tour of the Eastern cities.
A 500 car order placed by the Lake Erie road with the Peninsular Car Company of Detroit is near completion as 432 cars have arrived. The car associations enable the Lake Erie to stay well supplied with freight equipment. Cora May of 110 Fourth Avenue was lodged at Central station on a charge related to a robbery of oil driller James for $50 last evening.
The Castle Shannon Railroad Company outlines spring improvements to improve patron accommodations. New passenger cars with double seats on both sides are on order. Cable road from the incline will remove the horse shoe curve and provide direct incline access. Additional locomotives and rolling stock will be added as traffic demands.
Districts along the Allegheny Valley road report little resistance to higher coal charges. Operators remain on equal footing, and coal men acknowledge the steady revenue increase as the key outcome.
A witty critic recalls the first use of free amusement tickets by Kanimann Bros six years earlier when they handed out circus tickets to patrons. He notes later imitators claim origin, mocking the clothing house now cited as originator and questioning the liars.
The item described as the celebrated appetizer AxscostuRA Buitrers is highlighted for its exquisite flavor and wide global use. The text mentions wallpaper options and pricing at 200 and 300 per running bar, with an address on Carson Street.
Local notices advertise jewelry by J. J. Fuchs and Hand's Jewelry Store at low prices. Carpets cleaned and mattresses renovated offered, with Haves & Kerevan promoting services at Water Street and phone 1626.
Fragmentary text mentions using a 24 or 30 inch plain Seng rien mee t to ade inet for bar papering tasks. No clear names or locations.
A fragmented ad asks whether readers should hustle for money or rely on easygoing plans. It promotes a large Weekly Price List with sugar items and free shipping within twenty miles, urging readers to send for the list to save money.
The fragment lists addresses 79 81 83 and 95 Ohio Street with unit ap20. No additional context or events provided.
A fragment from a shop listing describes India shawls with ink and blue embroidery and netted fringes. It mentions children’s suits in varied styles, French cashmere for ages 4 to 16, and assortments in spring weights and sizes including 12 and 16 years.
An old column highlights a range of silk suits and accessories. References include Black silk ensembles priced around 35 dollars and colored silk suits at about 23 dollars, with mentions of surah silt and garniture details.
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