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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1889
Page
5
A speaker reflects on past campaigns noting difficulty in mobilizing a large statewide vote. He recalls canvassing counties during Quay's run and estimates 9 000 Democrat votes versus 16 000 Republican votes, arguing for a persistent, explicit campaign to rally both sides.
Reports say Shousetown residents may get fuel from a coal seam near surface ten to fifteen feet deep. The vein, located by Eckman farm on Fladbery's run, shows improving quality a short distance along the vein. Local landowners and rail lines from Shousetown to Clinton and Frankfort eye the find, debating whether it is a pocket or continuation of nearby seams.
Contractor Evan Jones sues Pittsburg Traction Company for 29,306 49 with interest from December 1 1888 for work on Fifth Avenue line. Items include paving, filling, sewer construction totaling 165 455 81. sewer paid, rest unpaid. City involvement denied. dispute stems from company and Jones.
Ohio board member F H Eggers explains registration rules for druggists. The next exam in this city is October 4 with a subsequent business meeting that week. The first note a Fahenares on October 7. Qualified assistants need two years’ experience while pharmacists need four. Applicants must be over 21. The exam covers 100 questions and 10 specimens.
James Jarvis of Twenty-seventh Street says he uncovered his wife and boarder Thomas Skelton planning to flee with all their valuables. They were arrested on a charge of cony, per Jarvis's sworn magistrate statement, as the case unfolded today.
John Townsley, a Spencer and Liddell brewer’s driver, was injured yesterday afternoon when his team bolted past Pike and Nineteenth. In stopping them, a horse kicked him, breaking both knee caps on each leg. He was taken home in a patrol wagon to Mulberry alley near Twenty-sixth Street.
Frank Murray of Soho fired three shots at a dog that approached his house. The dog retreated to Mrs. Boyce, who, upon learning of the shooting, threatened to sue Murray for cruelty to an officer later involved in a fatal route incident.
Friends believe Captain Awl's leave of absence in the Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad inquiry is intended to explain his disappearance. Officials avoid comment as the investigation continues with no stated results and no expiry on the time allotted for his fate.
A meeting of the Workingmen's Political and Protective Association is set for next Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock in the Franklin school house.
A noted physician pursues cross disciplinary studies linking medicine and chemistry. The piece outlines research aims and hints at potential breakthroughs across scientific fields.
An elderly Pittsburgh man reportedly grew spry after injections of Brown-Sequard life restoring fluid. Dr Jackson tested on George Wilson and an 82 year old neighbor, who after treatment walked home with improved vigor and appetite. The report notes temporary effects await further study to prove lasting longevity.
Mrs. Coyle of Bloomfield obtained a warrant for James Carr from Magistrate McKenna after accusing him of drunken violence, breaking up her home, and assaulting her and her child while Carr allegedly pursued and damaged Mrs. Coyle’s household. Neighbors intervened and Carr was detained.
John Smith reports his pockets were violated when thieves broke into his clothing and took $20 near the Monongahela River. He accuses William Nowaler, Thomas Marbrosky, and Thomas Schmidt of the act and will present the case to Squire Schaefer next Monday evening.
Legal action filed by Captain Wishart and the Law and Order Society accuses John A. Martin of three counts of perjury in 1885 to dodge fines. The case details false statements about paying fines to Alderman Schaffer and others, with prosecutions continuing as fines are pursued by Alder men Carlisle and McKenna.
The First Regiment of the Ancient Order of United Workmen hosts a lawn fete at Silver Lake Grove with MIRTH music dancing and a large crowd. 600 knights, encampment planned at Conneaut Lake August 18, officers named, orchestras and bands perform, fancy drill by Sheridan Sabers, luncheon served, crowd enjoys Japanese decor and festive dancing, declaring the first annual fete a success.
The Argonaut Club camp on Burt river near Indian River Michigan reports a black bear cub named Mauda Argonaut as the camp mascot. Prominent members and families hold the bear, while local figures and visitors pass through town including S Parker a privy counsellor of King Kalakaua.
Sympathizers of Flemon alias Yeidell held a large gathering at Franklin schoolhouse with about 50 colored men. They named counsel Echols with $500 and Bennett with $750, planned circulating notices, condemned inactive city supporters, and discussed rumored police betrayals behind Flemon’s discovery while officers displayed ornate caps.
A patient at New Southside Hospital assaulted a nurse then rushed into the street in a strange episode. The report notes a violent disturbance and a security intervention as staff sought to control the patient.
Annie Keefe and Lizzie Overfelt were arrested as habitual drunkards for neglecting their children and sent to the naxtheme for nine days each. A conductor named Gusky was beheaded by a railroad car section near Bessemer. Several accidents occurred including a derailment at Wilmore station. Township directors meet in August at Pittsburg Female College, with officers named. A coal land syndicate is reportedly negotiating for thousands of acres. A fire destroyed a bar and killed two animals. a widow was robbed but her daughter frightened away the culprits. Counterfeiting arrests and other local incidents fill the day’s brief.
Agnes Young, widow of James Young, lies in the Yellow Inn at the Forks of the Road, recounting Irish arrival in 1827 and early Pittsburgh life. The piece recalls Dunkard visits, James Young’s local influence, court license anecdote, and Lawrenceville ties, ending with a trade card for a photo and art company.
An ornate ad lists imported wines Brandenberg Freres Medoc St Emilion St Estepha St Julien Margeaux Pontet yg Pierrie Chateau Leoville Chateau la Chateau Mouton Grand Vin Chateau Margeaux Grand Vin Chateau Lafitte by the case of bottle with price notes G W Schmidt 95 Fifth Avenue city SaNrragtum and Water Cure. It mentions the only Eastern institution offering mud baths steam heating electric lights massage and trained manipulators. Address John 5 Marshall M D Green Spring O
An enthusiastic note promotes Marvin’s pure rye bread as a wholesome food suitable for hot weather and encourages use as a rare treat. A separate line mentions TuwThssa MorHeers giving Angostura Bitters to their rone to stop colic and looseness of the Ww.
Charles Ragan who fell from a scaffold on Chestnut street Thursday evening was slightly improved last night and it is thought he is out of danger. He received medical attention and the incident is under an investigation.
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