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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1889
Page
3
In a West Allegheny lecture Rev. William Robertson argues industrial slavery oppresses workers as surely as historical slavery. He proposes government backed employment and wage regulation, with land reform options to ensure equal land access and broader economic rights for labor.
Manufacturers and workers meet in this city to settle the wage dispute for the year. A 5 percent demand is pending, with an expected early adjournment after adopting a scale equal to last year’s wages. Resumption dates may be set for October 1 in the West, while the East eyes September 15 but faces objections. Over 100000 extra glass boxes remain unsold, delaying an earlier restart.
Contracts for the sub-structure of two furnaces to be built at McKeesport by the Monongahela Furnace Company will be set this week. An officer stated ground would be broken at once. The National Tube Works will extend its natural line from Murrysville to Grapeville this week and source from both places. They own Bellevernon territory but plan no line there.
The Wood plant on West Carson Street Temperanceville will resume grinding with about 200 men under J. W. Friend. The idle mill, idle for a year, previously produced mock iron and will restart. an attached sheet iron mill remains inactive for now.
In a city meeting the Knights of Labor boiler makers discussed recruiting non union workers to join their union. Speakers included Dhan Saeen Ram. Proposals were proposed to improve the trade and the session adjourned.
Knights of Labor box makers met to authorize sending union men to Jeannette. A contractor with a large workload sought workers from the union, indicating demand for union labor in the Jeannette area.
In a local dispute the town could not obtain the needed delegates and sent for them to Pittsburg where the local assembly then determined who should go and represent the community.
Pittsburg stands as a major paint manufacturing center with ten operating factories. Rival Cleveland matches in the region, but Pittsburg leads in quality. The boom boosts linseed oil and white lead output, with two oil mills and nine lead works. Growth stems from rising local demand and smokeless gas reduces painting frequency.
A prominent Northside physician treats a man with locomotor taxis. The patient, normally vigorous, must focus gaze on his legs to rise and can walk only while attention remains on his limbs. If his attention wanders, he collapses. The doctor uses his own methods and hopes for a permanent cure.
The Valley Camp ladies organize a fundraising fair on their grounds August 16 to beautify the camp. Booths include apron, doll, fancy, crystal, gallery of fine arts, and an express office. The event aims to attract families and boost Valley Camp’s popularity next year. Committee members are Mrs. Mary Johnson, T. B. Stewart, Mrs. Will. Price, Miss Kate Grine, Miss Hattie C. Williams, and Miss Mary Ferguson.
Farmers in eastern and southern Pennsylvania report substantial oat losses as a week of rain ends harvest prospects. Hay and corn also damaged, though freight agents note uncertain year ahead. General Freight Agent Wright of the Baltimore and Ohio remarks on wheat being strong westward.
A tenantless house on Linden Avenue in Allegheny reportedly displays eerie lights and nighttime noises. Residents claim spirits occupy the long‑empty home, driving away tenants who never settle, despite inspections finding no human presence.
The Feast of the Assumption will be celebrated Thursday in all Catholic churches as a holy day of obligation with Masses similar to Sundays. Catholics are urged to attend, honoring the belief that Mary was assumed body and soul into heaven after her death.
Michael McDonnel was admitted for blood poisoning after his leg injury at Oliver's Tenth street mill where he worked. Joseph Patrick entered hospital after a fall on Spring Garden avenue caused a broken shoulder. A third fever patient joined 43 others infected with typhoid at the facility.
Mr. St Clair has recovered from a February assault in Wilkinsburg in which he was severely injured. His alleged attackers were arrested but released as innocent and now face threats of suing the borough.
The Carrie Furnace scene was calm with two or three workers on site and strikers lounging about. Superintendent Thoman notes no immediate danger from the metal in No 1 furnace and predicts a settlement within a day or two, a likely outcome given the quiet backdrop.
Samuel Holdman, a colored man, lives with his white wife in Riley's court. Yesterday afternoon Samuel Debias engaged Holdman in a quarrel over the latter's wife, and others joined in. It was stopped, and Holdman and Debias were locked up for a hearing before Mayor Pearson this morning.
Joseph Parker was arrested at Braddock yesterday on larceny charges. John Curry alleges Parker kidnapped his wife and child, claiming Parker eloped with them.
Private Dalzell writes to the Anderson Hotel chief clerk asking the Grand Army reporters to relay that he will be in Pittsburg on the 14th en route to the Columbians reunion and is willing to lecture in the evening for G A R benefits.
An 1855 classified fragment advertises Pure Rye Whisky brands and full quarts from Gibson's and others. It mentions an excursion to Antic City by B and C E R with a round trip rate ten and tickets valid ten days, trains at 8 and 9 twenty a.m., plus requests for sleeping and parlor car accommodations and a flour brand called Una.
The remains of A C Hoyer Esq who died at the Hot Springs on Friday were viewed by a large circle of friends at his parents street home. Interment is planned for Allegheny Cemetery this afternoon. Peter McGuire tied to James Britton fight with Officer Shaw was fined five dollars. Mike Julvett and Pasquale Crone faced fines for fighting on Washington street. Britton, who was shot, remains out of danger.
The Young Men’s Catholic Club of Pittsburg will stage its first annual picnic today in Aliquippa Grove. About 1,200 members are expected to attend after departing this morning on a special train from the Lake Erie depot.
The Subsidiary Court of the Ancient Order of Foresters in Minneapolis will revise the constitution and possibly change the name. About 250000 members in the US, with strong bases in industrial centers, face a split from the English parent. The order currently admits white males only, a policy challenged by a 50 year old transatlantic dispute over a Cambridge charter granted to colored applicants. The American group vows to remain independent, retaining the word white while reshaping its identity as successors of the Ancient Druids.
Commercial Agent Sproull reports light Western freight business and rampant speculation in Chicago about railroad changes. The Chicago and Alton may be negotiating a sale or alliance with the Kansas Pacific, backed by German stockholders.
Police say Officer Speer was attacked late Saturday night by Philip Fink who blocked his gate and cursed at him. Fink allegedly wrested the mace, struck the officer on the head, causing scalp gashes. he was ordered jailed 20 days in default of a $50 fine and costs after a hearing.
Daniel Wardle received a $75 fine or 90 days in jail for leaving his wife outside in nightclothes after fighting with her and knocking down Manning the neighbor. He did not pay the sentence.
Offers multiple round trips with prices and times to Alexandria Bay Toronto Niagara Falls Meadville and Conneaut Lake from Pittsburg.September departures list morning and evening sailings with durations and brief stop times. Includes daily and Saturday departures and a weekly rate.
The Pennsylvania Company offers excursion tickets to Conneaut Lake for the Select Knights A O U W encampment. Trains depart Union Station Pittsburg at 7 05 A M on August 14 and 15. Return tickets good through August 17.
Pittaborg College of Shorthand on Sixth and Liberty markets a selective program for shorthand and typewriting. Principal J. T. Porter, early court stenographer in Pittsburg, notes two thirds of local successful stenographers are his pupils and invites inquiries.
August 15 marks the date of the excursion to Atlantic City aboard the B and C R R. Round trip fare is $10 with tickets valid ten days. Trains depart the depot at 8 A M and 9 20 P M. Secure sleeping accommodations and Coleman's Flag Brand G 5 Flag Brand Zin Claret from Schmidt at 95 and 97 Fifth Avenue.
The Pittsburg Forge new Company will hold a meeting at the office onenth street near Penn avenue on August 20 1880 at 1 o clock for the election of directors and related business. The notice appears amid various ads including health drinks and photo offerings.
The Wilkinsburg Natural Gas Company stirs interest after a lengthy delay with little information on the first well gas flow. Observers note scant news from those who claim knowledge while activity remains quiet. A local shop advertises pies at 680 per dozen from Lies’ Gallery on 10th and 13th streets.
A brief note extols a wholesome nutritious five flavored drink described as the finest summer beverage in the market. It is stated to be brewed only by Vilesok and provides a contact telephone number 118s.
Public notices list branch offices for advertising drop locations across Pittsburgh districts including East End Oakland Southside Allegheny and more. WANTED items seek barbers drivers tinsmiths and sales agents with address references and contact boxes.
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