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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1891
Page
2
The passage describes rising gas costs and consumer frustration as Moon town and Hazelwood area firms clash over development and leases. Farmers, merchants, and brokers contend with contracts, alleged offers, and attempts to secure rights to gas holdings from the Mahoning Gas Company and related entities.
A Central Station prisoner is charged with arson following a fire that broke out yesterday near 6th Street. Authorities say the suspect attempted to take his own life and a later report indicates the motive remains unclear as doctors evaluate his condition. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, and investigators question whether the inmate planned to use the incident to die or to conceal the crime.
In a city lockup night a Second ward resident, Jomo Willoarhiyy, is accused of theft by deception. Superintendent Mirth reports a hearing to follow in the Ore Firle court.
A visitor disrupted a Salvation Army gathering on the southeast, causing a near riot. He shouted and interrupted prayers, forcing sergeants to briefly shield the crowd before the man slipped away as the door opened with the Weathered Gribbon present.
Readers note a swarm of grasshoppers damaging railroad cars by consuming varnish as if dessert. Reports from a station near the city describe heavy concentrations on cars yesterday and suggest the pests may offset losses elsewhere. Dr. lnggloes is cited on the insects’ unusual behavior and appetite.
Northside leaders push ordinances granting street railway rights to Bellevue and Pittsburg lines, Fremont Street, Jackson Street and Pittsburg Union Passenger Railway. Proposals connect to New Brighton road, Davis and Ford streets with electric operation under public works supervision as council debates contractor controls and budgetary measures.
Eight year old James O Neal, laborer of 24 Fourth Street, treated for stomach illness by Dr Mayer for six months. He fell unconscious after August 16 and death seemed imminent, with a post mortem planned to determine the mysterious illness.
Robert Ingby a colored policeman faced Alderman McMasters for assault and battery charges brought by James and Elien Jones after a raid on the Jones house Tuesday. The James Jones case was held for court with bail set at 00. the other suit was discharged.
Alder man Beinhauer sent Mrs Mary Reilly to jail on a charge of assault and battery alleging she battered her husband William Reilly. He says she drank heavily and struck him with a poker causing a head wound. a hearing is set for tomorrow.
The Coroner's Jury ruled the death of Menry Pagle accidental after a drowning near Keystone mill. J A Ports presented bindings to Engine Company No 17 on Mt Washington. Nearly 20 new electric arc lamps lit on Trowneville avenue and Southside streets last night. Cerer Mecurny of Allegheny returned from Atlantic City. Chief Tones and Comeriman Gorwig argued over an electrical misunderstanding in front of City Hall. Micoar Tortask died at West Penn Hospital after being struck by a Pennsylvania Railroad train at Wilmerding. A Berevarry club forms on Mt Washington with 67 members and a meeting tonight at Virginia avenue and Shiloh street. Henry L Steene, sued for desertion by Anna Steele, has vanished claiming their Cleveland marriage two years ago and a $14000 inheritance left by her parents.
Health officers condemn a Euclid avenue well after typhoid cases spread among the Huber and Wickman families and workmen on nearby houses drank the water. Physicians attribute the illness to the well, noting stagnant pools behind the houses and a five to six foot pool found near new construction. Authorities ordered the water cut off and an investigation continues with hydrants installed and cases monitored.
David Curtain, linked to the East End robberies, was arrested by an Alderman McMasters' constable and jailed on $1,000 bail for larceny from the person and assault. A. A. Swak alleges Curtain robbed his wife at Hawk's Lemington Avenue home of money. Curtain to have a hearing before Alderman McMasters tomorrow.
A man entered St Patrick’s Church at Seventeenth and Liberty streets about 6 30 pm and forcibly opened the poor box. Several worshippers detected the attempt, one chased him to an officer alert, and the suspect Tim Manni 40 a farm laborer from Butler county was arrested and taken to the Twelfth ward station.
Burglars entered the Lippencott residence at 5602 Ellsworth Avenue using likely non forced entry and ransacked downstairs. Norman Lippencott fired two shots from his revolver as burglars worked on a locked door. bullets lodged in the door but the would be thieves escaped toward East Liberty. No items appeared stolen and police search the area for suspects.
Coroner McDowell held an inquest in McKeesport into the death of Clyde Black, one month old, faulting the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad for lacking safety gates at the Walnut street crossing and criticizing the City Council for not demanding guards. Witness Mike Campen, a deaf watchman on duty from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., admitted difficulty hearing trains and having been moved from the crossing by railroad men. The crossing’s near curve left observers unable to see trains beyond a short distance.
Harry Marratta of Ingram station is in the city seeking the assailant who attacked his 9 year old daughter last Wednesday evening. He has a description and believes the suspect’s home may be Temperanceville. Police and Oliver C. Sebuck are pursuing a well known West End resident matching the report who was seen at Ingram station Wednesday morning. The daughter was not harmed seriously but the father vows to capture the man.
Charles Schuler a Collins Avenue barber in East End and Joseph Wall clashed over wagon ownership. Schuler received black eyes while Wall sustained a slight arm cut. Neither seriously hurt. Schuler jailed on felonious cutting charge. later he sued Wall for assault. Both to face Magistrate Hyndman for a morning hearing.
James Harden of 371 Arthur Street was jailed at the Eleventh Ward station after biting a large piece from Maggie Robison's forefinger. The group, including Miss Robison and companions, had been drinking beer on Wylie Avenue when a quarrel erupted and Harden was restrained by John Cason as Robison attempted to restrain him.
Frank Klouse of Longalley Allegheny, a cooper at Eberhart Ober’s brewery, was jailed after his wife accused him of threats to kill her and commit suicide. He denied the charges, saying he was angry over bedbugs disturbing him and unable to sleep.
The Sharpsburg dispute within the Amalgamated Association deepens as President Weihe travels to Piqua to mediate between local lodges. Prosser failed to settle issues, while a joint lodges’ meeting denies weakening resolve. Five furnaces operate, four by colored puddlers, with workers resisting working beside non union colored men. Oliver firm tensions rise as signatories clash with Amalgamated scale, and a Youngstown outing is planned to honor retiring Police Commissioner Jane H. Nutt with a silver tea service.
In a hearing before Mayor Catherine Curry was charged with keeping a disorderly house. Constable Moore testified he bought whiskey from her for a gallon and kept it in his room. The Mayor fined Curry 95 dollars and ordered Moore to pay 10 dollars plus costs.
Alvin Joslyn confirms a report he was urged to eject non union plumbers from his new theater. He supports those who work for him and says anyone willing to do 80 boycott or no boycott can work.
A new instrument blends organ and piano features with seven octaves and piano pedals. It looks like a fine upright piano and promises delicate tones and easy technique, priced comparable to ordinary organs. H. Kleber & Bro., 506 Wood Street, sole agents, urge visits to see the marvel.
Negotiations proceed for W H Stoddard of Washington D C to assume management at Youngstown shoe factory. He has been successful in Washington and backers expect a lucrative investment if he takes charge.
Delegates returned home after a harmonious convention in Allegheny County. Morrison’s name on the ticket is seen as securing re election of the No 3 Court judges and uniting the party. Senators Quay and Flinn praised the convention and predicted a Republican victory in November. Local officials and delegates voiced strong support for the ticket as a path to harmony and success.
The body of an unknown man was found in the West Penn yards opposite Ravine Street Allegheny. He appears to be about 30 years old, 5 feet 7 inches, 150 pounds, with dark short hair. He wore an antri coat, thick-barred gunts, a black slouch hat, and a dark vest, with a plain gold ring on the little finger of the right hand. He was removed to Werman and Ebbert's undertakers.
Faep W Bannas informs Alderman Belnhauer of Tony Tonick disorderly conduct. Peter Honent jailed on aggravated assault before Alderman Richards. hearing set. Jaxves Matoxer arrested at Clinton Mill after wage dispute discussions. Mrs Caturarve Bavet accuses William Bretnick of assault with a brick before Alderman Beinhauer. Huenes faces surety of the peace hearing before Alderman McMasters. Gromnor Garoee held on ferocious dog charge. Samuels bitten. Ontena Hoos jailed for cruelty to an adopted child. hearing Monday. J A Sweeney prosecutes. James Reed detained after intoxication. Daniel Jouxaton and son arrested for disorderly conduct. water pitcher attack reported. Joux Rona to face neglect charge before Alderman Leslie. Robb, a mill worker, noted as victim in prior theft case. Janes Lester, 20, arrested for watch theft from G A Diamond. central station custody.
The settlement notes that the prescription and Flint houses will not resume before September 7. The period after the fire saw many new factories put into operation and a flooded market with stock exceeding demand at present.
Local shop Jos. Honne & Co on Penn Avenue announces low prices on wash goods tomorrow. Customers can shop short lengths and dress patterns including challies and ginghams with notable savings.
The event offers a round trip for 10 dollars with tickets valid ten days. Trains depart from the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad depot at 8 15 A M and 9 20 P M. The day train features parlor cars while the night train includes sleeping cars.
Fifty two Southside gines workers departed last evening for Alexandria Indiana to seek employment in their trade. Thirty two more are slated to leave for Anderson Indiana next week. P A Lafman of Apollo attended a Chicago conference of tin plate manufacturers and urged promoting home workers in the industry.
The Pittsburg Dollar Company and the Cooper Excelsior Company, both of this city, received charters yesterday that had been applied for some time ago.
Kleber and Bro sold a Vocalion or gans piano to the Shady Avenue Baptist Church in East End Pittsburg for their new church building. It marks the twentieth Vorslion sold locally. Klebers advertise Steinway Conover and Opera pianos and claim superior quality and longer warranties than rivals. The store at 506 Wood Street highlights lower profits and an eight year instrument guarantee. The Stags Head Shirts are promoted by Jos Horne and Co at 607 621 Penn Avenue.
Pilsner leads and why shouldn't it be perfect beer pure and healthy. Try it and you will drink no other. The Tron City Brewing Co. make it. Telephone 1156. Short Lengths in Silks and Dress Goods. You can get excellent goods in these and are very small outlay. Come and see Jos Horse & Co 607 621 Penn avenue.
A Brunswick and Ohio Railway excursion to Atlantic City runs Thursday August 27 at a reduced round trip rate. Telecommunication details note passengers may book via Serresblegton. offer applies to the limited schedule and return is stated as a low price incentive.
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