Public Charities crackdown shifts burden to kin and city
Examiner Hoffman leads a drive to collect from relatives who can pay for indigent or insane relatives at the City Poor Farm. He has already secured nearly $5,000 in payments and aims to double it, while deriding noncompliant families and detailing cases across Allegheny County and Pittsburgh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Public Charities
Hoffman
Hoffmannly
Examiner Hoffman
City Farm
Braddock
Pittsburg
Allegheny County
Stern Paritsas
Iso Tate
California on Wheels Arrives in Pittsburg for Free Exhibition
The free traveling exhibition California on Wheels from the California State Board of Trade arrives in Pittsburg by the Baltimore and Ohio depot and opens to the public Friday and Saturday from 8:30 A M to 8:30 P M. The three parlor cars display open air fruits and products of California. No money may be exchanged. visitors see peaches, persimmons, pears, pumpkins, onions, rubber and camphor trees among other items. A special one hour reception is planned for Patriotic Order Sons of America members in session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific Slope
Morrow
California
State Board of Trade of California
Pittsburg
Baltimore and Ohio Road
Baltimore and Ohio
Gavin D. High
DistaTon
Southern Pacific Parlor Cosches
California State Board of Trade
Golden State
Pennsylvania
James R. Kenny
Patriotic Order Sons of Americas
C. H. Allen
Order
Agent Gammon Arrested in National Capital Fraud Case
An agent for the National Capital Building and Loan Association, Patrick Gammon, was arrested for drunkenness after using a fictitious name but was identified by Inspector McAleese at a morning hearing. He faces a conspiracy charge and possible further suits are under consideration as police probe other alleged fraudulent concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nations Capital Associathon
Bill
Patrick Gammon
Central Station
McAleese
Gammon
National Capital Building and Loan Association
Sefton
Dunn
Coe
McKenna
Lying Across Tracks Michael Warsaw Found After Embankment Incident
At about 2 am Michael Warsaw was found on the Pittsburg Virginia and Charleston Railroad tracks on the Southside with severe injuries. He claimed a friend named Gillion threw him over an embankment about 100 feet. Gillion was arrested and held for court. Warsaw was later returned home in very bad condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Warsaw
Pittsburg
Virginia
Charleston
Gillion
Serene
Warsaw
Lawrenceville Vet Dies After Stone Attack Inquest
H James Campbell a Lawrenceville veterinary surgeon died from injuries after being stoned by a boy mob on Sunday. John Paradine was arrested and held for the coroner’s inquest. The attack followed a prior beating of Paradine’s son by Campbell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Campbell
Lawrenceville
John Paradine
Paradine
Man Reports Dynamite Found on Arabella Street
Hostetter notified police that a dynamite cartridge lay on Arabella street near Denniston's East End. Officer Rainey investigated and seized the cartridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hostetter
Arabella Street
Denniston
East End
Rainey
Notable Local Arrivals and Departures Amid Summer Travel
The column lists several residents and visitors across Allegheny and nearby areas. Rev P S Messey resigns Trinity Hall rectorship and plans a fall school in Allegheny. Harry Wilkinson assumes editorial charge of a local paper. Charles M Thorpe and wife travel to Chauna for weeks. George Bolton and wife visit Long Branch and Cape May. George Edwards prepares with a crew for a 25 company venture. Thomas Curran and sister Rose return from Atlantic City. A D Smith and family relocate to Hesha County for solstice travel. Minnie Jones and Emma Brown appear among Washington Bereany Stieads social notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. S. Messey
Trinity Hall
Washington
Europse
Berlin
Liverpool
Allegheny
Harry Wilkinson
Tor DisPaTce
Me Cuienge Si Cieds
Wee
Harry
Charles M. Thorpe
Diamond Street
Chauna
Oil City
George Bolton
Allegheny Bessemer Steel Company
Long Branch
Cape May
George Edwards
Wils Ellis
Oteman Fincke
Thomas Curran
Arch Street
Misa Rose Curran
Atlantic City
A. D. Smith
Normecutt & Smith
Heshas
Somenn
Mieses
Minnie Jones
Emma Brown
al . Stieads
Bereany
Sa Pas
No Rivals Wanted in Pittsburgh Street Railway Bundling
The Duquesne Traction Company dominates Pittsburgh street railways with 82 miles plus a planned Monongahela bridge link. A Rise of Pleasant Valley potential bid could create an 85 mile double track system, with cross-town ties and new Sixth Street bridge plans under discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Duquesne Traction Company
Pittsburg
Monongahela River
L. Magee
Pleasant Valley Company
Duquesne
Pittsburg, Allegheny and Manchester Traction Company
Ninth Street
Seventh Street
Sixth Street
Aeons Aes Manchester Company
Fied
Sixth Street Bridge Company
Coaches to Use Thomson Houston System on Roads
Road coaches will employ two trucks eight wheels and the Thomson Houston system to cut noise from other motors and eliminate the rocking of four wheeled coaches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomson Houston
Struck Dead at Tannery and Rail Accidents Reported
Bohemian laborer Mathias Westlie, 42, died at Groatzinger tannery Allegheny after a fall from a ladder into a vat. P.R.R. brakeman Patrick Stack, 32, lost his right leg in a coupling accident near Thirty third street and West Penn Hospital. A Black Diamond Steel Works worker had a foot crushed in Thirteenth ward. Central Traction car No 57 broke at Wood Street and Fifth Avenue, forcing passengers to push to Fourth Avenue. no serious injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mathias Westlie
Groatzinger’s
Allegheny
Westlie
Patrick Stack
Thirty Third Street
West Penn Hospital
Stack
Lavine Street
Hoskiskie
Black Diamond Steel Works
Y Hill
Central Traction
Wood Street
Fifth Avenue
Fourth Avenue
Water Supply Debate Spurs Southside Action
Dr E A Mundorff credits a year of agitation by Taz Drs for improving Southside water supply. The Becks Run sanitary work and the river's flow helped reduce pollution and avoid an epidemic. A Council committee will visit Southside to hear complaints about shortages and service delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taz Drs- Patch
Southside
E. A. Mundorff
Leavens To Go East Williams Resigns From Carbon Iron Works
Mr Robert Williams longtime Manager of the Carbon Iron Works resigns to take a better paying job in the East. He previously ran Graff Bennett Co open hearth department and is regarded as a top steel melter. The mill expands capacity to about 360000 pounds of steel daily while most furnaces idle and rumors speak of reduced colored workers presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Williams
Carbon Iron Works
Williams
Graff, Bennett & Co
Alleged Flirtation Leads to Arrest in Allegheny
Alfred Jacobs of East Street Allegheny was jailed after his wife Mrs. Jacobs accused him of flirting with other men, threatening to shoot her and kill himself. She kept him in custody as a witness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Jacobs
East Street
Allegheny
Jacobs
Deadly Washboard Incident and Family Strife
At night bricklayer Charles Strupp beat his wife at their Bluff near Pride Street home and allegedly tried to brain his young son with a washboard, neighbors intervened. Officer Rosenblatt arrested Strupp, who faces a hearing in the Eleventh ward. Meanwhile east of Kirkpatrick Street residents report a water shortage raising fire risk fears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Strupp
Pride Street
Rosenblatt
Strupp
Eleventh Ward
Kirkpatrick Street
Jones and Wylie Avenues
Discharged the Driver Strikes Sudden Circus Stop
A 10 cent circus opened for a three day run to the Southside. The show arrived amid a short strike caused by a non union teamster who was discharged before the rest would move the circus from the depot to South Twenty first street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southside
South Twenty-first Street
Funeral planned for Mrs Elizabeth Schuman at 2 P M
The funeral for the late Mrs Elizabeth Schuman of South Thirteenth and Muriel streets is set for this afternoon at 2 P M. She lived to 102 years old and her death was noted in yesterday's dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Schuman
South Thirteenth
Muriel Streets
Construction tragedy at Heidelberg Church walls collapse injuring five
Early yesterday afternoon eight percent masons building the Heidelberg Reformed Church in York failed scaffolding and fell twenty five feet. Injured are Peter Shook John eaten Myers Tyson Dorsey John Snow and Richart. A separate note mentions a moonlight excursion planned by Allegheny Christian Endeavor Union on the Monongahela.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Heidelberg Reformed Church
York
Peter Shook
John Eaten Myers
Tyson Dorsey
John Snow
Richart
Allegheny Christian Endeavor Union
Memora
Ari Resent
Jomx
Lima
Demand for Bridges Elaborate Plans for Sixth Street Bridge
Colonel Henry Fladd of St Louis, consulting engineer for the Sixth Street Bridge Co, reviews multiple plans including Gustave Linden thal’s elaborate stone arch design. He will report after about a week on whether the proposed bridges meet the city’s needs, with emphasis on strength and modern construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Fladd
St Louis
Eads
Sixth Street Bridge Company
Gustave Lindenthal
Lindenthal
Andrews
Allegheny County
Smithfield Street
Lake Erie
Sixth Street Company
Blanchard Predicts No Rush on Fall Railroad Freight
George K. Blanchard chairman of the Central Traffic Association visits the city and says schedules are on time. He notes potential rate discussions and a fall car shortage depend on crops and immigration growth, with consolidation favored and historical parallels drawn to New York Chicago routes.
Railroad scheme to reach Pittsburg via Western Maryland and Baltimore and Ohio
The Philadelphia Harrisburg and Pittsburg Railroad plans to reach Pittsburg using Western Maryland and Baltimore and Ohio lines. Baltimore and Ohio officials are not informed, and the plan relies on a Baltimore agreement. Local railmen expect the connect, with Reading service from Philadelphia to Harrisburg, creating another East outlet for Pittsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia, Harrisburg and
Pittsburg
Quaker City
Maryland
Baltimore and Ohio
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Dalzell Sees War Dept Block Arsenal Park Opening
Congressman John Dalzell visited Lawrenceville expressing discouragement over Arsenal Park opening. He cites War Department hostility, arguing an arsenal in a manufacturing city could trigger trouble, and believes the measure may never reach Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department
Arsenal Park
John Dalzell
Lawrenceville
Congress
Dalzell
Gas Pressure Hazard Shocks Indiana Residents
Report notes a dangerous natural gas pressure release in Indiana causing panic among locals. Residents discuss the blast risk and possible evacuation as scientists seek explanations for the widespread gas surge.
Dire gas accident stirs tremors and doubts
Eyewitnesses describe a gas incident causing widespread tremors while many doubt the reports. Some speculate a gas surge, others see no natural storm in the area. Locals note numerous vents as relief points and question what ignited the gas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
On Sead
Man Held in Windsor on Extradition Case
John C. Brosi former Southside jeweler is in Windsor Ontario arrested and to be returned. The DisPatch had reported his location earlier while bank officials and Magistrate Succop withheld comment. He used the name John C Mullins in Windsor and plans to contest extradition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Brosi
Windsor
Ontario
Brosi
Succop
DisPatch
Bross
John C. Mullins
Pittsburg
Mails Withdrawn Amid Western Strike Actions
The government withdraws mail service for points west and northwest beyond Chicago and Indianapolis from the New York Central during the strike. The Pennsylvania line adds pits and cars, with three carloads of road men passing through the city toward the strike scene, joined by 20 more to total 100. Railroad officials say the strike has not affected Pittsburg as freight moves and tickets sell on the Central.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Indianapolis
New York Central
Pennsylvania Road
Pittsburg
Central
Minor Police Matters in Two Cities Spur Stern Justice
Charles Bordhoofy of Allegheny faces neglect charges as Peter Lieut of Chautauqua Ice Company is accused of striking Charles Hartwig with an ice hook. Lizzie Williams of Poplar alley is charged with keeping a disorderly house and her husband with assault. Widespread arrests follow Lizzie Williams raid at Craig and Lacock streets. Hartwig and others await Alderman Donovan proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peropie
Charles Borrdhoofy
Allegheny
Peter Lieut
Chautauqua Ice Company
Charles Hartwig
Lizgie Smith
Craig and
Lacock Streets
Lizzie WmiLians
Poplar Alley
Man Found Wandering at Pesthouse Taken to Mercy Hospital
A man named Thomas Taylor was found wandering aimlessly around the pesthouse and behaving unusually. He was taken by patrol wagon to Mercy Hospital for observation to determine if he is insane or suffering temporary delirium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercy Hospital
Thomas Taylor
Mr. Oliver Plumber James Keller Released After Stabbing
James Keller known as Mr. Oliver plumber stabbed Patterson Brown on Monday. Keller was released from jail for a hearing yesterday. Brown sustained less serious injuries than feared and will be home in a few days. He was moved to his residence on South Twenty fourth street yesterday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Keller
Oliver
Patterson Brown
Brown
South Twenty-fourth Street
Library Committee Considers Move From City Hall
The Committee on Public Library of the Board of School Controllers of Allegheny met last night and appointed committees to study the councils request to move the library from City Hall and to secure a new room if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of School Controllers
Allegheny
City Hall
Security Building and Loan elects officers and directors
The Security Building and Loan Association met at 5 Seventh Street last night and elected Will J. Ford as president James H Vilchestain as treasurer A Edno as secretary and Barr James A Dill and D G B Ross as directors. The next meeting is set for the same place on September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Security Building and Loan Association
No. 5
Seventh Street
Will J. Ford
James H. Vilchestain
A. Edno
Barr
James A. Dill
D. G B. Ross
Proposed Forbes Street Opening Lifts Damages for Mrs Schenley
The planned Forbes street opening condemns most properties owned by Mrs Schenley yet her assessment for benefits exceeds damages, totaling over $8 000. The note highlights the unusual burden and potential compensation gap in the eminent domain action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Street
Wiping Out a Debt and Tax Relief Hint Discussed
City Controller Morrow notes next year may bring lower taxes after decades of debt adjustments. The old 3 mill special tax, used to settle 1867 1868 debts of Lewiss wards and townships now reduces to 1 10 of 1 mill and will end with this year’s levy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrow
James Getty, Jr
Getty
Old City
County Court
Messrs
D. N. White
Alexander Gordon
John Walker, Jr
Pittsburg
Lawrenceville
Collins Township
Liberty Township
Peebles Township
Oakland
Fourteenth Ward
Pitts Township
Finance Committee of Councils
Police Bureau
McAleese
City Treasury
H. H. Bengough
Washing Instructions and Atlantic City Excursion Ad
Never soak them. We have more than one garment in the tub. Wash with Walker's Wax Soap in lukewarm water with minimal rubbing. Rinse in clear lukewarm water until no soap remains. Do not wring. Remove dripping wet and hang to dry. Iron when damp and stretch to original shape. Use Walker's Wax Soap to prevent shrinking. Remember the excursion to Atlantic City tomorrow Thursday August 14 via the CO RR from Washington DC to Baltimore and Philadelphia. Rate $10 round trip. Tickets good ten days. Parlor seats and sleeping car berths on sale at Fifth avenue and Wood street office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker
Atlantic City
the &Co, R
Forfeit if I fail to prove Floraplexion medicine claim
Advertisement asserts Floraplexion cures liver complaint dyspepsia nervous debility biliousness consumption when other remedies fail. It offers sample bottles free and directs to ask your druggist, signed by FRANKLIN Hant New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Hant
New York
Mwfsu
Canada ice for sale at Altrecht's Elite Gallery ad
An advertisement lists prices for cabinet photos at one dollar, life-size crayon portraits at three hundred fifty dollars, and a gallery display at 616 Market Street Pittsburg. The notice invites bringing children and mentions Canada ice for sale with contact B Hopsey in Mayville Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Altrecht
Elite
Market St
Pittsburg
Local arena crowns city winner in bold money move
A bustling city event turned into a notable money-maker as locals praised the outcome. Organized activities drew attention from residents and officials, highlighting the venue as a key social hub and economic booster for the area.
Delamater Guards Set Distinct Uniforms for Parade
The Delamater Guards, a colored organization of the Hill, have chosen white trousers and blue blouses with white trimmings plus duck caps. They expect to appear next week in heavy marching order. Marching captains have been elected, and their first public appearance is anticipated to cause a stir.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delamater Guards
Summer styles at JUS HORNE & CO Penn Ave stores
This morning readers are invited to inspect large assortments and best colorings of this season's summer goods at JUS HORNE & CO on Penn Avenue. The display emphasizes quality fabrics and current fashion offerings for the warm months.
A Lot Of 42 Inch Imported Plaids On Sale At Low Prices
A broad sale of wool fabrics announces dramatic cuts from $125 per yard to 50c for 44 inch Beige blends and imported 42 inch plaids. English 48 inch wool plaids and checks, and French Serges are reduced, with shepherds checks and broadcloths offered in many colors at substantial savings.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Department of Charities
Department
Fox
Ireland
Dean
Anti-Cruelty Society
Delty
Commonwealth
Hoffa
Cnses
Petit
Pipbia
Offi
R. ©. Elli
Board of Guardians of the Poor
Henry
Penn Ave
TALE
Union
D. F. Henry
Joshua Rhoades
Magee
Colonel Stone
Pleasant Valley Road
John Hampton
Pennsylvania Lines
New Pite
Aerate Manchester Company
George B. Hill & Co
Manchester
Pleasant Valley
Fred Gwinner
Allegheny & Manchester
Kent
St Superior
Gitneer
Pittsboro
James Hunter
Allegheny Civer
Pullman Car Company
Sandusky, Lacock
Monterey
Lacock Street
Ohio Street
Union Avenue
Ss Allegheny and Manchester Company
Rebecca Street
Booth & Flinn
Cage Mayer
Blanchard
George K. Blanchard
Central Traffic Association
New York Central Road
Mr. Blanchard
Auditorium House
Lake Shore
Indiana
Tum Dispatch
Lewis Shaatcey
Italan
Shansky
Mornin
Pittsburgh
Fleming Bros
St. Louis
Franneis
OUR
C.weisner
CRA Elevator Co. P
le Ce
Lewis BuilDing
Ydraulic
Pagcets & Jones
Fifth Ave
Canada Ice
B. Hopsey
Mayville, N
Rosenbaum & Co
Ko Napa
Maems Oost
Central Board of Education
M. McCargo
Committee On
White
JUS. Horne & CO
Horne
Penn Avenue
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