Chief Brown Seeks Universal Physical Exams for Pittsburg Firemen
Chief J O Brown launches plan to apply Philadelphia style medical tests to all 173 Pittsburgh Fire Department members, aiming to retire veteran staff and hire younger, fitter replacements. Dr Mercur notes rigorous exams will precede vacancies from the sub list, with politics softly implicated in reorganization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. O. Brown
Department of Public Safety
Pittsburg
Fire Corps
Evans
Distranch
Brown
Fire Department
Mercur
Fire Disability Board
John Steel
William Coates
James Stewart
Penn Avenue
Equity suit over Pittsburg tax assessment appeal
John Liggett files a bill in equity against the city of Pittsburg and Delinquent Tax Collector W EK Ford. He owns property at Smithfield and Diamond streets where an appeal reduced the assessment to 171 60, yet the 5 percent delinquent tax charge is sought to be collected. A second item states Humane Agent O'Brien placed two girls named Nans Willard and Ida at work on Mt. Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Addithoun
John Liggett
Pittsburg
W. EK. Ford
Liggett
Smithfield
Diamond Streets
Mr. Liggett
Humane
O'Brien
Nans Willard
Ida
Mt. Washington
Allotment of Rooms in New Government Building Nears Completion
The process of assigning offices in the new Government building is almost finished with the exception of the Postmaster and the Collector of the Port. Rooms for the Revenue Collector, Customs, United States Court, District Attorney, grand jury, and Signal Service are allocated, though Signal Service officials seek more space. Officials hope no joint meeting is needed to settle the remaining arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Signal Service
Post Office
Signal Service Bureau
Basageen 9 Ton
Revenue Collector's Office
Custom House
United States Court Rooms
District Attorney’s
Grand Jury Rooms
D. O. Barr
Malone
Washington
Chamber of Commerce
Wife Missing Drives Millburry to Seek Police Help
John Millburry, a young colored man, asks Central station for police aid to locate his wife who disappeared from 113 Hennesey Street Allegheny. He previously sued after a gas explosion, won a verdict of 4000 though he says only 2538 reached him. He suspects foul play as he traveled to Butler County and returned alone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Millburry
Central Station
Hennesey Street
Allegheny
Milburry
Patterson Block
Annie
Butler County
Prison commitment for felonious assault charge
Frank Schenring was committed to jail by Alderman Hartman in default of 1300 bail to await a Saturday hearing on felonious assault and battery charged by George Reakes. While Reakes built a Gregory street wall in Twenty seventh ward, Schenring allegedly tore it down and struck Reakes in the face, injuring him. He also faces a malicious mischief charge from Conrad Reltz for tearing down the same wall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Schenring
Hartman
George Reakes
Reakes
Gregory Street
Schenring
Schrenring
Renkes
Conrad Reltz
Disturbed at Prayer by Disorderly Boys at Church
During a Forty-third Street Presbyterian prayer meeting a group of boys aged 8 to 13 disrupted the service. They sang loudly and used profane language while stones were thrown at a member attempting to quiet them. Lieutenant Orth arrived but the youths dispersed without capture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forty-Third Street
Forty-third Street Presbyterian Church
Orth
Day Declared Heptasophs Day on August 27
The decennial committee for the Improved Order of Heptasophs set August 27 as Heptasophs Day. Due to Johnstown flood relief, no public demonstration will occur, only an informal Pit members gathering at John Dimling’s Market Street parlors with a banquet. Stephen Collins, Superintendent of Mails, chairs the committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnstown
John Dimling
Market Street
Stephen Collins
Mails
Man jailed for assault charge after Saturday incident
Frank Cusick was committed to jail by Alderman Porter in default of bail for assault and battery following a Saturday incident. James Simpson, of Twenty eighth street, alleges Cusick brought liquor and attempted to assault Mrs Simpson a week earlier. A. J. Kearcher, druggist at 59 Federal street Allegheny, filed another appeal from Alder Brinker's ruling on selling on Sunday. case set for August 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Cusick
Alderman Porter
James Simpson
Twenty Eighth Street
A. J. Kearcher
No. 59
Federal Street
Allegheny
Alderman Brinker
Kearcher
Stolen Horse and Buggy Report From Sharpsburg Picnic
Henry Miller of Sharpsburg reports his horse and buggy were stolen during the Butchers' picnic yesterday. Three young men drove the rig through Sharpsburg toward the pity last night, the horse bearing the initials P. Y. branded on its shoulder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Miller
Sharpsburg
P. Y
Boys on Mary Street End in Temple Clash Over Ball
Two boys played ball on Mary street South side yesterday afternoon. Swabble tried to keep the ball and a stone fight followed. He received a severe head gash from a blow to the temple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swabble
Mary Street
Southside
Bev ereigns of Industry meeting disputed
Mr J D Buckley president of the Bev ereigns of Industry denies a lively Saturday meeting claim. He says no cloak room was needed and no ladies left. J W Curpze of Graf Monsbach & Co Cincinnati arrived in town for unknown business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.W. Curpze
Graf, Monsbach & Co., Wholesale Saddlers
Cincinnati
Milkshake Martin confronts Alderman Brinker in arrest hearing
In a chaotic session before Alderman Brinker and McNulty, Milkshake Martin and his lawyer General Blakely clash over continued proceedings and bail. The heated exchange spills into information filed against Brinker for worldly employment, with witnesses and bail set as chaos erupts in the Law and Order League controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
Brinker
Roland
Oliver
Law and Order League
Alderman Brinker
Blakely
Squire
General Blakeley
General Blakely
Alderman McNulty
John A. Martin
Alderman
A Famous Roadster and Judge Fetterman’s Mare Doll
Judge Fetterman lauds his black mare Doll calling her superior horseflesh to Claude Duval’s Black Bess. Doll, 17, has allegedly hauled the judge over 30 000 miles since 1877 and traveled about 100 miles daily on election days, though the judge disputes the higher claim and cautions critics to beware.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Fetterman
Crawes
Man Named In Forcible Entry Case Granted Bail
William Flinn posted bail before Alderman Porter for a Tuesday hearing on a forcible entry and detainer charge brought by George U. The defendant allegedly occupied Larry Ebert's house on Pearl Street and used it to sell liquor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Flinn
Alderman Porter
George
Wefenaant
Larry Ebert
Wean
Pear
du 2Shane Ebert
Directors Chosen for Southside Paper
At a stockholders meeting yesterday the directors named include W. Bernardi Alderman C. E. Succop W. E. Hamilton W. F. Oblnhausen and Dr. Reinicke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Southside
Mesars
W. ©. Bernardi
C. E. Succop
W. E. Hamilton
W. F. Oblnhausen
Dr. Reinicke
Lamp Explosion Burns Mrs Rogeveske at Home
Mrs Mary Rogeveske suffered severe burns to the face and neck from a lamp explosion at her residence 841 Pike Street last night. She was not fatally injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Rogeveske
Pike Street
Boxing injury leaves Ohinhausen critical at home
Charles Ohinhausen remains in critical condition after a panknife incident during a boxing match with John Ubarkine last Sunday. He is confined to his home on Southside Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Ohinhausen
John Ubarkine
Southside
Private Dalzell Predicts Foraker Return and Ohio Senate
Private Dalzell arrived in the city en route to Camp Bouquet in Columbia County and plans to address Salem old soldiers Friday. He praises Corporal Tanner though not personally. predicts Milwaukee encampment not as big as Columbus. names Charles Foster as next Ohio senator and favors Foraker as governor due to popularity.
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Dalzell
Camp Bouquet
Columbia County
Salem
Corporal Tanner
Department of Pensions
Pensions
Harrison
Milwaukee
Columbus
Wisconsin
Ohio
Charles Foster
McKinley
Foraker
Death by own action at old McMurty nut factory
Detective Coulson investigated a dead body found at the old McMurty nut factory near Twenty-second street. The man, about 50 with dark beard, wore work clothes and carried a small revolver with two empty chambers. Police deem it a suicide. the body remains unidentified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lo] Coulson
McMurty
Twenty-second Street
Thomas Moody
Harbison & Walker's Fire Brick Works
Moody
Ex Judge Wylie Sighted in Transit to Chicago
Ex judge Andrew Wylie formerly of the United States Court District of Columbia passed through Union Depot last night with his wife en route to Chicago. He recalled hunger days in Pittsburg and spoke of old acquaintances as the New York express carried a large party from the city. Numerous other notable travelers and local figures were noted in a bustling passenger turnout and varied city movements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Wylie
United States Court, District of Columbia
Union Depot
Chicago
Garden City
Washington County
Hoe
Pittsburg
Sewickley
Ware Lock
Miss Ma
A.S. Curry
Himmmelich
Seaman
Charles
Henry Hemmenhouse
P. Leteche
Theodore E .James B. Scotti
Johnstown
A. W. McDonald
Coraopolis
Cadiz
New Athens
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Coke strike sparks sheriff led deputized force at coke works
The Greensburg telegram reports rioting hazards as Sheriff Byers swears in 56 special officers at Mt. Pleasant to guard Morewood and United works. Italian workers refuse to work, others are ready to replace them while Mammoth and Traughers contractors plan 90 deputies to restore order and resume production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensburg
Standard and Morewood Works
Byers
Mt. Pleasant
Mammoth
Ramsay
United
Morewood Works
Stark Bros
Traughers
Hocla
Dispatch
Connellsville
Youngstown
Red Stone
Schoonmaker and Frick
Leith
Oliphant
Robert Hagesett
Demonstration Plans Tied to Civic Dedication
The article notes Campbell and William Martin arranging a demonstration for the dedication day in October. The effort centers on showcasing civic progress during the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Or Campbell
William Martin
Sligo Mill Strike Settled Over Non-Union Iron Supply
Labor conflict at Sligo Mill ends after conference with firm and Mill Committee. Firm agrees to stop purchasing non-union iron from Solar works, delivering immediate return to work for strikers. Clinton Mill workers would have struck if settlement failed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sligo
Solar Works
Clinton Mill
Trowel and Mortar Journal Debuts in City
The Trowel and Mortar Journal, a new publication for masons and plasterers, will debut in September. It will be the only such journal in the United States and is published by W. B. Sharon & Co. The aim is to stay reliable and on the level.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Trowel and Mortar
United States
Sharon & Co
Duel Recall Your Tragic Death and Pittsburg Heirs
The article recounts the Broderick Terry duel background and a Pittsburgh family claim to Senator Broderick's fortune. It notes Judge Terry's San Francisco killing, alleged forged wills, and descendants including William White and Mrs. James Powers seeking the estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Terry
San Francisco
Broderick-Terry
Broderick
William White
Diamond Street
James Powers
Powers
Fifth Ward
Wylie Avenue
Terry
Ter
Catherine White
Ilkes
New York City
Glenn
California
Brodericking
Richard White
Macbeth Starts Three Furnaces At Southside Glass Plant
This morning Macbeth and Co will restart three furnaces at their glass plant on the Southside. Several other factories not yet resumed will begin operations later this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macbeth & Co
Alderman Cullen Arrested in Baader Gang Fraud Case
Inspector Whitehouse of East Liberty arrested Alderman Cullen of Allegheny on charges of defrauding citizens. Bail set at 1500 dollars. information filed by Alderman J B Hyndman. Doughty whereabouts unknown. Bates questioned for possible testimony. further arrests anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baader
Doughty
Inspector Whitehouse
East Liberty
Alderman Cullen
Allegheny
J.B. Hyndman
Cullen
Leones
Lewis Bates
Central Station
Bates
Alderman Doughty
Disratch
J. B. Hynd
Bauder
Jam
John D
John Do
Commonwealth
Coyle
Kate Davies
Pittsburg Traction Cars Delayed by Gas Shortage
The Pittsburg Traction Company faced a natural gas scarcity at the Oakland power house yesterday morning. Steam was so low that engines barely moved the cable, causing a 85 minute trip delay for cars between Eustalus and the china street power house as Superintendent Deetdnion redirected coal from another main to restore service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Traction Company
Oakland Power House
Eustalus
China Street
Dee Tednion
Oakland Feuce
Hemlock Lumber Price Raised Amid Floods by Allegheny Dealers
The Allegheny County Retail Lumber Dealers Association reports hemlock lumber advanced to 14 per 1000 feet due to flood damage wiping out logs on railways. Members pledge to maintain the higher price as wholesalers and retailers adjust to a new policy, with a forthcoming contest between associations at East Liberty Grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny County
Mers
Ste Py Fa
Monel
Banc
East Liberty
Local slide blocks Panhandle tracks as crowds fill theater
A daytime landslide above Temperanceville halted near the Panhandle tracks before trains. Nearby, Tux Bijou Theater readies for the evening show while Dockstader Minstrels loom at Grand Opera House. Amory, missing son, is reportedly located at his Newark, New Jersey home. Minor city court tangles and a roof fire near Twenty-fifth Street are also noted with several arrests and bail updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Temperancevill Poreeeerne
Panhandle
Haverly-Cleveland
Dockstader
Grand Opera House
J.H. Amory
George A. Quimby
Warren
Inspector McAleese
Amory
Newark
N. J
Peter Monspace
Pearson
Morsback
Oliver Bun Alge Bod
Cobblestone Assault Case Heard in Local Court
Joseph Hunker faced Alder man Jones for assault and battery. Prosecutor John Evens alleged Hunker struck him with a cobblestone in the incident. Hunker was held on $300 bail for the next court session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Hunker
Alderman Jones
John Evens
Hunker
Local youth held on train malice charge after stone throwing
William Mear, a colored boy, was arrested yesterday near Shadyside for throwing stones at a passing train. He appeared before Alderman Warner and was held in $500 bail for malicious mischief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Mear
Shadyside
Alderman Warner
Glass Workers Meeting Discuss Wage Dispute in Cleveland
Western Window Glass Manufacturers' Beneficial Association calls a meeting for Tuesday the 20th in Cleveland to hear members' opinions on the wage dispute. The association's wage committee has authority but will likely defer to the full membership. observers expect a settlement without further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Window Glass Manufacturers’ Beneficial Association
Cleveland
Monument designs chosen for Armstrong shaft in Allegheny parks
A meeting of the Thomas A. Armstrong Monument Association in Com Moner Hall discussed shaft designs and site placement. Officials decided to place the monument in the Allegheny parks and to present the final plan to the association. A committee was formed to oversee details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas A. Armstrong Monument Association
Commoner Hall
Allegheny Parks
Tree of the United Ou
Narrowly Escaped Death At City Corner
A child escaped serious harm last night at the intersection of South Twenty second and Carson streets as a delivery wagon driven by C. C. Hilke passed nearby. The horses had stepped over the child but did not strike the body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broderick
Hickey
St. Paul’s Cathedral
California
Washington
Cork
South Twenty-second
Carson Streets
C. C. Hilke
Bargains and Notices From Local Shops And Travel
Daily ads advertise a ten dollar stylish suit from English serge or cassimere and Scotch cheviot for today and tomorrow. Promotions include California claret brands and a city beer maker. An Atlantic City excursion via B and O railway offers ten dollar round trips with ten day tickets. Also listed: girl dresses bargains, corsets, wraps, a Busy Bee Hive sale, and photo services with local stores promoting reduced gash curtain prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cor. Grant and Dots
The
New Court House
Woods Full of 'Em Children Day at Tarentum Camp
A Tarentum camp meeting features a Children’s Day program highlighted by a notable display. The event showcases youth talent with a unique and engaging program, while advertisements promote Beechan's pills for health and Pras' Soap for complexion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarentum
Beechan
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Zpen
Powers That Be
Politi
Geo. Reakes
F. Schenring
Hockley's Dental
M'Nulty
Mr. Martin
Mra. Conway
McNulty
M. W. W. E. P. Hesser
J. P. Young
James W. Morton
Private Dalzell
Pitsberg
Toomer
Detective Coulson
McCrea
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
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Massachusetts
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H. R. Rhoades
John Lawabe
Williamsport
B.C. Garhardt
New York
Anderson, Jr
William Guenther
Europe
Rottera
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Boston
England
Kansas
William E. R. Gleason
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Oil City
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Katie
Baaford Springs
Edward J. Montgomery
Chantau
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Tisburg
G. E. Vickers
Philadelphia
Portia Vickers
Glensha
H. F. de Puy
Westinghouse
Ch. Kerr & Co
Western Dee
J. Laver
Latrobe
Demynnees Sie
W. H. Williams
Wheeling Natural Gas Company
E. Sherman
South Orange
Seventh Avenue
L N. Hays
D. D
O. M. Leighley
the Press
Atlantic City
Julinus Stork
Thomas Gordon
Gordon
Mary Miller
Wylie _ Soenne
Minerva
W. L. Hill
W. L. Taylor
East Liverpool
Anderson Hotel
Crawford
Eshington
Same
Scottdale
Calumet Works
Calumet
Watchorn
Metas Arts of
Thes Estates
Nmaker Coke Company
J. W. Moore
Mes
Trowel and Mortar Journal
Senator Broderick
Wilkes
Fifth
John Broderick
White
Ireland
Macbeth
Comstable Paatrick Clage
Thomas Spowell
Maggie Meeland
Mike Meeland
Alderman Burns
Maggie
Mike
KavUr Mannshan
Fifth Avenue
Twenty-fifth Street
James Doyle
Collier
John Flanigan
Omcer Wright
Smax Gribel
Costa
Succup
Peti
Orricex Schafer
Mike Sullivan
South Thirteenth Street
George McWilliams
Lizzie Srumons
Sonus
Lagara
Bawsauan
Hannon
Mill
Ward
Yeater
Glass Workers’ Meeting
Armstrong
Coleman's
W. Scmuels
Sint Avenue
City
Tren Chy Beer
Anngostuna Brirers
the World
Pena Agenus
Lee Rg
Shebhston
Dhat
Moa Ae High
Iss Sadie Griffith
Buds of Promise
Bertie Rosewell
di Xercia
Lowry Bender
P. McCall
J. T. Mitchell
J.C. High
Jos, Honne & Co
Peno Avenue
Horne & CO
India
Sarah
Dren
Lic
Penn Avenue Stores
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