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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1889
Page
2
Legal maneuvering over wholesale liquor licenses continues as A H Clarke and others seek rehearings before Judge Magee while awaiting Judge White's return. Attys push for court action, noting judicial courtesy and the historic practice of three-judge hearings.
After court adjourned Sedge Ewing visited the Clerk of Courts to examine the bonds of the wholesale dealers, completing another phase of the legal proceedings. Witnesses named include Lauer Sich Nepean Jehoh and Viena.
Holmes and Son were rejected as wholesale dealers when the bond was signed. Snyder Abel and Co. were listed with bonds, with twenty six bonds in all to be approved by the License Court on Tuesday afternoon. Clerk McG will not issue licenses to the Jones until tomorrow morning. John Miller, convicted last September for selling liquor without a license and fined, was released after filing duplicate schedules showing an inability to pay the fine.
Retail liquor dealers held a spirited meeting at Grand Army Hall with Samuel Bing presiding. A committee was chosen to meet wholesalers and brewers to press for license rehearings while plans for a mass business coalition were discussed and Judge Mayes and Judge White’s actions noted.
Yesterday Joseph Einstein Charles B Deshone and a dozen liquor dealers protested license denials before City Assessor Case. They claim a $75 000 revenue loss as licenses and receipts are underreported and refused licenses reduce city tax collections.
The Western Pennsylvania Association Meet and Discuss Nature's Flora was held at the Pittsburg Library Association. Dr. Frank Hamilton presided as eminent botanists attended, and Marshall Kenned & Co. donated a large collection including the star mushroom Geaster Mattacus and a Walking Fern. The society aims to unite Pittsburgh scientific groups for shared interests.
Low water slows traffic with a dry ground soaking rain forecast. The Tom Dodsworth carried empties all morning while the Shelby plans to arrive tomorrow instead of the Bonanza. No coal movement expected due to the unusually low river.
President John Newell of the Lake Erie road arrived yesterday to inspect Beaver yard work on straightening and double tracking. The bonded money part has opened the line between the Ohio river and New Jun where improvements are planned. The line will be shortened and straightened substantially this summer.
Yesterday afternoon about 100 visiting retail merchants toured county buildings led by County Commissioner McKee. They expressed unbounded admiration for the facilities and organization.
Miss Olof Krarer lectured at Belle Vue M E Church on Greenland life and Eskimo customs to aid Avalon W. Society funds. She described ice houses, fur clothing, bare fires, and communal life, noting the people live simply with no money or private property and endure long dark winters.
Frank Overpeck a Bijou Theater ticket taker at the Penn avenue entrance was arrested by Detectives Coulson and Mc Tighe on embezzlement charges. He admits guilt. an information will be entered this morning.
The Lotus Club held its fourth annual reception at Odd Fellows Hall Southside drawing about 150 couples for a grand march around 10 pm. Guests praised the decorations by Fred Gearing and enjoyed orchestra by Gernert and Guenther. A future meeting will decide on a new clubhouse estimated at 15000 dollars.
A heated Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church meeting on South Seventh and Carson streets ends with no petition vote after factions clash. Congregation of about 400 members remains divided as supporters of Rev J K Melhorn oppose resignation calls and warn of a split if he stays.
John Thompson of Allegheny, recently freed on bail for gambling, was found attempting to break into a Craig street disorderly house. He resisted officers Johnston and Wilson, striking Johnston and causing a scuffle. fined $25 and costs, paid, then bail set at 300 for desertion and a hearing before Alderman Brinker.
The County awarded masonry contracts for six bridges to multiple contractors including Jacob Friday and Eli Crum, with six block of calture to Shiffler niga Works and Free & Meredith. Laing & McKallip received the cement work as totals approach 25 thousand dollars for new bridges and 1,605 40 for painting 38 bridges by Atlas Paint Company and others.
The Executive Committee chaired by Joseph D Weeks held a routine session yesterday afternoon. Leslie attended in Philadelphia to participate in state matters related to the amendment effort. The county committee continues work in support of the amendment.
The Allegheny Bessemer Steel Works strike at Duquesne continues with strikers blocking new workers including colored men and foreigners. Sheriff McCandless issues a peace order as unions rally, while workers attempt to stay on the job and lead strikers toward Lock No. 2.
Officials of the Amalgamated Association and the American Flint Glass Workers' Union deny a concerted push to prosecute President Campbell over importing 26 glassblowers. Secretary Martin opposes any importation, while Dillon says no steps are planned. Ex-president Cline contends there is no shortage, citing 1040 active pots this week and 252 idle, with 46 workers needed at Jeanette.
A collage of quick items from city life includes jokes on public mood, remarks on a barbers' trust in Boston, the funeral of Alderman William Gallagher, and a procession of local incidents. Mentions touch on crime, theater plans, school entertainments, a sewer assessment, and various brief notes from officials and residents.
Notes on mailed convention programmes show Amalgamated Association weighing next year’s pay scale. Secretary Martin states proposals from the Scale Committee may be withheld until considered and approved. Rumors of changes surface as workers push for adjustments while officers seek public release after final review.
A large store announces bulk purchase of men and boys clothing from manufacturers. They offer ready to wear suits at drastic discounts, claiming values up to 20 dollars and selling at 12 dollars. The notice highlights cash purchase, special sale timing, and locations near Diamond streets opposite the Court House.
The Washington Inaugural Committee calls Allegheny County and surrounding residents to observe a centennial holiday on April 3. Businesses near the city center are asked to close at least half the day and assist preparations for a national celebration drawing thousands of visitors to the manufacturing metropolis.
The Kleber brothers claim the cream of the music trade with Steinway Conover Opera Vocalion Burdett pianos and organs. They tout lower prices easier payments and longer warranties claiming greater public trust in their honest dealings and that their store is the city's bass music shop.
The store announces a drastic clearance of men's and boys suits from two manufacturers pressed for cash. Prices are cut to $10 for entire lot, $12 for cutaway diagonals and tricots, and $15 for Prince Albert silk mixtures. Located at P. C. C. C. corner Grant and Diamond streets opposite the new Court House.
Manager Locke and Director Seidl aim for a flawless festival week using the Steinway Concert Grand Piano, a staple in public performances. They strive for Pittsburg to match any other major city in the country in cultural prestige and musical excellence.
Readable portions show furniture and fabric listings from multiple shops. Advertisements promote low prices on silks, French challis, and quadruple table ware. Stores include Steinmann's at 107 Federal and others on Sixth Street and nearby avenues.
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