Bloodless Democratic primary fight paralyzes Allegheny County wards
Report from Allegheny county Democratic primaries shows a bloodless battle between factions Old Guard and Seashore Delegation. Descriptions focus on Third to Fifth districts and contested delegates to Harrisburg with claims by O Leary Brennen Foley Cahill Curraan Cavana Drennen and others amid uncertainty as results await Chairman Watson's mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny County
Higger
Internal Revenue
R. H. Johnston
Timothy Q O’leary
William Brennen
Harrisburg
Allegheny City
Allegheny
Patrick Foley
Watson
Monday Morning Mail
Patrick Toley
Lawrence Ennis
Larry
T. O'Leary
Foley
John Cahill
W. J. Curran
Bailiwick
Penn Avenue
Messrs
Foley —_ Eren oo
Pittsburg
Mr. Drennen
Johny Dillmuth
Michael C. Dwyer
John Pierce
William Walls
Mr. O'Leary
Charles Schaefer
Thomas P. McCullough
Joseph A. Weldon
James A. Clark
Frank Jackson
Local items report arrests and incidents across the city
Last night Charles Walther was arrested on Carson street by Officer Wright and held at the eleventh ward station on a stolen watch charge after release on 900 bail. A thief stole a city directory and two law books from Alderman Reilly's office. The Kerstone mill workers fundraised about 75 for a severely injured colleague. A small roof fire at J Stevenson Co. on Liberty street caused minor damage. Mercy Hospital reports crowding and a bed shortage for patients. A public meeting is planned to organize a union lodge at Houston's office. A stillborn child was found in Winter's court and Coroner to investigate. Several arrests for assaults and disturbances reported. Damages of Kirkwood street opened assessed at 18,000. A new publishing company forms on the South Side. Mercy Hospital records Typhoid cases rising to 48. Stephen Mercer’s son scalded by hot coffee. Andrew Southerland dies of consumption at the penitentiary. Local ads note a new fall stock of wraps and jackets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Walther
Wright
Carson Street
George
J. Stevenson & Co
Park Packing Ce
Liberty Street
Lysle Post
G. A. R. Meen
Lee Ry
Tadhoe
Mercy Hospital
Houston
Ninth
Butler Streets
Roe Ieanstable Aia Union
Yusimapay
Adolph Koepp
Ahg
Winter's Court
Penn Avenue
M. Haggkins
Ludwick
Fifth Avenue
Pride Street
Eleventh Ward
McGeraghty
Charles Wilds
Sullivan
Sohe
Thomas Kelly
Beltzhoover
Oe Vaewans
Kirkwood Street
Southside
Josiah Christy
Plage Lay Oe Angeide
Yesterse Mercy Hospital
Stephen Mercer
Andrew Southerland
Allegheny Delegation Aims to Secure Seats at Harrisburg
Patrick Foley vows to rally a near solid delegation to press for party rights at Harrisburg. He expects William Bigler to be nominated for State Treasurer, while Allegheny protesters push for recognition of hardworking hustlers. McKeesport district selects six delegates for R. H. Johnston for District Attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny County
Pat Foley
Johnston
Foley
Mr. Bigger
Seashore
Patrick Foley
Harrisburg
Bigler
Allegheny
McKeesport
R. H. Johnston
Two Officers Battle Crowd as Coyle Is Arrested
Last night Officer Noble arrested a young man named Coyle at Ohio and Sandusky streets for disorderly conduct. Coyle resisted, a struggle with Officer Ditmer andRounds man Wilson ensued, a burly man attacked Wilson, and the prisoner was eventually locked away as witnesses debated the officers' handling. Wilson fell ill and went off duty.
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Noble
Allegheny
Coyle
Ohio
Sandusky
Ditmer
Wilson
Op Wilson
Woman Bridget Devlin Arrested Closely in Goldman's Disorder
Yesterday around 5 pm Bridget Devlin was arrested by Allegheny detective Murphy for creating a disturbance at Goldman’s tailor shop 92 Federal Street. After a 7 pm hearing Deputy Mayor McKelvy fined her 10 dollars and costs. a July 20 warrant for disorderly conduct was noted, and she forfeited 30 dollars to await a hearing tomorrow. She returned to the shop about 10 pm, insulted the proprietor, and was jailed for a third time pending morning proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridget Devlin
Murphy
Allegheny
Goldman
Federal Street
Devlin
Hyde
Robinson Street
Mrs. Devlin
Jack the Terror stalks ward after masquerade attack
A mysterious intruder dressed as a woman visited John Scheck of Republic Iron Works on Sarah street and assaulted Mrs. Scheck after claiming a mill summons. He later frightened Harry Brooks's wife nearby. Police sought the tall masquerader but he was not found, and neighbors threaten action if he is caught.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Brooks
Scheck
Mass Meeting of Tube Workers Sparks Labor Council Debate
A stormy session of the Trades Council discusses the Campbell matter and protest against admitting Great Western Band members into the Knights of Labor. Delegates from United Bakers, Tin and Iron workers, and Knights of Labor attend as resolutions denounce L. A. 300 and consider boycotts and charter actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Trades Council
Great Western Band
Knights of Labor
L. A
James Campbell
Joseph Evans
James T. Gallagher
Benjamin Landan
United Bakers’ Assembly
Thomas McMaster
Tin, Sheet and Iron Cornice Workers’ Union No
John Haworth
Marvin
The
Mutual Musical Protective Union
Powderly
Workman Powderly
James C. Stewart
Calvin Wyatt
J. C. Young
L. A. 300
Jos
General Assembly
I. A. 300
Central Trades Council
Elected New Directors of Pittsburg Cleveland and Toledo RR
The Pittsburg Cleveland and Toledo Railroad directors met in the city and elected new board members Thomas M. King to fill the Callery vacancy and Major J B Washington to fill C W Kyle’s vacancy. A death record and resolutions of respect were noted. The meeting also discussed Carnegie Oliver stock and potential traffic arrangements with Pittsburg and Western and the Baltimore and Ohio, but no quotes were given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Cleveland
Pittsburg and Western Railroad
Orland Smith
Baltimore and Ohio
W. W. Peabody
Ohio River
J. H. Collins
Columbus
R. T. Duvries
Newark
L. E. Cochrane
Tube workers miss wage meeting at McKeesport Palace Rink
About 4 000 National Tube Company employes in the McKeesport tube works failed to convene for a wage advance meeting at Palace Rink last night. Poor notice and pay day kept most away, with only a few present and scattered among the hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Tube Companys’ Works
McKeesport
Palace Rink
Mill Members of Awal ted Association Denied Movement
The text notes mill workers are members of the Awal ted Association but not in movement. A further call will be issued for a meeting next evening.
Pennsylvania and Lake Erie Dock Company Seeks Charter
The Pennsylvania and Lake Erie Dock Company will apply to the Governor on August 31 for a charter to operate a dock and tracks on Lake Keatenay. Key figures include H. M. Curry H. C. Frick Johan W Chalfant Horace Crosby John Z. Speer and D. Fraser. The dock at Fairport will connect with the Pittsburg and Western Railroad and will handle iron ore from Lake Superior for Carnegie, Phi & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania and Lake Erie Dock Company
Lake Keatenay
H. M. Curry
H. C. Frick
Johan W. Chalfant
Horace Crosby
John Z. Speer
D. Fraser
Fairport
Pittsburg and Western Railroad
Lake Superior
Carnegie, Phi & Co
Pittsburg and Western Railroad Company
Conference Held in James Campbell Contract Labor Case
A closed door conference took place in Attorney William Brennen’s office yesterday afternoon involving District Attorney Lyon Homer L. McGaw and others in the case against James Campbell for contract labor law violation. Participants refused to disclose actions or information requests from the department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Brennen
Lyon
Homer L. McGaw
Totiaacan
James Campbell
Ry Department
Noe
Flemen
Wage Reductions Reported at Spane's Steel Works
William Smith of Sharpsburg notes wage cuts at Spane's Steel Works including rollers at 75 cents, mill boss at 45 percent, shearmen at 40 percent, helpers at 30 percent. Average tower day is 25 tons. Roller and mill boss resign. A charter was filed for Etna Natural Gas Company to form a borough with 500 shares. Directors include George A. Ghalfant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Smith
Sharpsburg
Spane
Steel Works
Rolls and Furnace
Etna Natural Gas
Prolific Traveler Returns From Continental Tour
Deputy Warden William H Gang arrives home after four months touring Italy France Germany and Switzerland. He enjoyed the Rhine and noted castles and gold trimming, gaining weight. J Harvey Wattles returns after two months in Paris and at Exposition. Miss Stevens and others from East End fell at Chautauqua.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. H. Gang
Lail
Mia Gang
Italy
France
Germany
Switzerland
Rhine
Per Leopold
Gang
J. Harvey Wattles
Paris
Wattles
Ham Thaw
Saestiens Beste
Army reform urged to awaken service amid desertions
Judge Advocate General G. Swaim spoke at the Monongahela House about the army’s need for legislation to modernize weapons and training. He praised President Harrison, urged militia expansion, and blamed outdated materiel for desertions, noting recruits come mostly from eastern cities seeking westward opportunities. Swaim also praised Foraker in Ohio politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Swaim
United States Army
Monongahela House
Harrison
Congress
Swain
Aaa
Hallibird
Benet
Kelton
MacFelv
Moore Ee
Ohio
Foraker
Dalzell Aims for Commander-in-Chief Role in G A R
Private Dalzell, an advance guard for the G A R bound for Milwaukee, claims candidacy for Commander-in-Chief. He accuses Tanner of insufficient generosity, notes salary implications, and urges repeal of pensions seen as unjust while pressing for faster adjudication and solar applications to favor veterans in civil service appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalzell
G. A. RB
Milwaukee
Tanner
Dalsell
Chinese Flood Relief Letters from Rev Chalfant Detail Mission Work
Letters from Rev G W Chalfant and Rev W B Chalfant describe relief efforts in flood devastated Yellow River regions. They detail cash distributions, village lists, and relief pressures as missionaries aid 21 villages with cash payments and famine relief amid Chinese customs notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Chal
G. W. Chalfant
7 Presbyterian Church
W. B. Chalfant
Chinaufu, Ohins
Yellow River
Hoang Ho
Conemaugh Valley
Chi Yang
An Chi Mias
Li Ts‘ang Hai
Dark Green Sea
Chu Ti
Au Chis Miao
Chuti
Li Tsang
Chiang and
Chi Tung
Igen
Chinaufu
Nei Chi Tung
Chalfant
Kwo Chia Chuang
Inquest Held In Natcher Death After Shooting
Coroner McDowell conducted the inquest into the death of John T. Natcher. Witnesses included W P Bennett Alderman Gripp and L C McCormack who testified about identifiers, post mortem, and hearing two shots. William Lee admitted firing the pistol and a letter showed Natcher had a presentiment of trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo
McDowell
John T. Natcher
Lee
W. P. Bennett
Fourth Avenue
Alderman Gripp
Natcher
L. C. McCormack
J. H. Lang
Natehber
John Clisham
M. C
William FE
Birmingham Traction buys site for power house near Smithfield bridge
The Birmingham Traction Company purchased a Carson Street site between South Sixth and Seventh streets opposite the Carson Street M. E. Church for 21 000 dollars. The property fronts 150 feet and extends 100 feet to Wright's alley. An adjacent lot was bought and the alley will be tunneled. Payments include 11000 for the Blackmore homestead 6000 to the heirs of Thomas Miller and 4000 to Mr. Scott. Construction will start at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham Traction Company
Smithfield Street
Carson Street
South Sixth
South Seventh Streets
M. E
Wright
Thomas Miller
Mr. Scott
Man Impersonator Arrested For Pretending U S Officer
Edward Sylvie was arrested yesterday by Officer James Mulvehill and sent before United States Commissioner McCandless. He is charged with loitering at Eleventh and Liberty streets for days, trying to extort money from passersby by claiming to be a United States officer and displaying a badge. A hearing is set for next Tuesday at 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sylvie
Edward Sylvie
James Mulvehill
United States
McCandless
Eleventh
Liberty Streets
Cruelty to Animals Leads to Fine in Sharpsburg Case
J Adam Meinart pleaded guilty before Squire Robinson in Sharpsburg to cruelty to animals for working horses with sore shoulders. He paid a $10 fine plus costs. Informations also named Godfrey and a farm hand for abusing a team on the Kittanning road. warrants issued but they were not found last night, expected to be arrested before Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Adam Meinart
Squire Robinson
Sharpsburg
O’brien
Godfrey
Kittanning
Miss Millie Wood Revealed as Adopted Daughter of River Operator
West End learns John A. Wood and Lydia A. Wood legally adopted Millie Cooper, heir to the coal firm and river operations. Decree by Judge Stowe confirms adoption. Millie now bears the Wood name and is expected to wed in about six weeks amid questions about her former English mother Mrs. Cooper and possible suitor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
Millie Wood
John A. Wood
Mr. Wood
Stowe
Common Press Court
Millie Cooper
Lydia A. Wood
America
Cooper
England
Millie
Wood
Baltimore
S. L. Weod
Ramelier
New York
Aed
John Wood
Miss Millie
Soldiers head to National Encampment in Milwaukee trains
A large group of veterans departs today for the National Encampment in Milwaukee. They travel on special trains via Pittsburg and Western and Ft Wayne routes. State Commander Stewart passes through Pittsburg this morning. Private Dalzell seeks next Commandership with support from Ohio and Pennsylvania Grand Army men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Pittsburg
Western
Ft Wayne
Stewart
Dalzell
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Murder in Open Court in Somerset Trial Turmoil
In Somerset today during D. J. Sharp's testimony a woman named Goodman shouted that Sharp lied. Sharp attacked by Henry Rage with a knife. Rage killed Sharp amid courtroom chaos. Goodman is in pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisvillee
Somerset
D. J. Sharp
Areata
Mins Goodman
Cage
Sharp
Henry
Unpaid bill leads to Oil City arrest of George Winkleigh
Chief of Police Hood telegraphed that George Winkleigh demanded arrest yesterday over a $40 unpaid bill at the Arlin Hotel. Special Officers Fitzgerald and Demmle seized him at the Union depot, taking him to his home in Bird?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Oil City
George Winkleigh
Winkleigh
I Arlin
Fitzgerald and Demmle
Union Depot
Bir
Regiment plans Gettysburg memorial dedication attendance
The Sixty second Regiment met in the Mayor's office to finalize arrangements to attend the Gettysburg memorial dedication. Committee members include Adjutant Charles Captain William Kennedy and B. Coll. Commander W S Patterson. Tent arrangements are complete and a report on the exercises will follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gettysburg Memorial
Charles
William Kennedy
B. Coll
W. S. Patterson
Joseph Bennett Dies at 65, Crystal Glass Works Owner
Joseph Bennett 65, owner of Crystal Glass Works on the South side, died at home on the Brownsville road last evening at 6 15. He leaves a large family. His son Benjamin A. Bennett works with Bennett and Fritz moldmakers on South Twenty first street. Funeral set for Tuesday with interment at Concord Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Bennett
Crystal Glass Works
Southside
Brownsville Road
Benjamin A. Bennett
Bennett and
Fritz
South Twenty-first Street
Concord Em i
Blasting Accident Injures Coal Wall Man
Mr. Thomas Allen of Coal Wall was severely injured when a blasting charge exploded. He lost vision in both eyes and suffered hand injuries. he was hospitalized at Dr. Sadler's Eye clinic after returning home yesterday for treatment. A constant fear remains regarding potential recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Allen
Ome
Sadler
Arrest Report From Lawrenceville Involving Henderson Family
Mrs Mary Henderson of Lawrenceville was arrested on a warrant for her stepson Thomas Henderson. Lena Frauenkecht, who laid the charge, lies in West Penn Hospital and is gravely ill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Henderson
Lawrenceville
Thomas Henderson
Lena Frauenkecht
West Penn Hospital
Pole worker suffers broken arm at mill tipple incident
Henry Brodshiskey a Pole employed at Moorhead and McCleane's Mill fractured his right arm while attempting a coupling on the coke tipple as cars met. He was unable to withdraw in time and was carried home to Boston street after the injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Brodshiskey
Moorhead & McCleane’s
Boston Street
Fire Breaks Out in Walker and Shifner Showroom
A small blaze erupted last night in the Walker and Shifner showroom on Forty-seventh Street. Firemen responded quickly and the flames were contained after minor damage estimated at a few thousand dollars. No injuries were reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker & Shifner
Engi Forty-seventh Street
Anses Ek
Macialaies
Welt
Fire at Forbes Street Livery Stable
An alarm from box 19 around 8 PM reported a small blaze in Edward Patterson’s livery stable on Forbes Street. A horse kicked near a gas jet, causing the fire. a stableman put it out with a few buckets of water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Patterson
Forbes Street
Untidy OCR Item Mentions Food, Elixir, and Jeweler
Fragmentary text refers to food, elixir of life, and a jeweler named Jos. McHose. It mentions a location “below Dist” and “formerly Fifth creave” with references to prices and repairs. The readability is poor and specifics are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. McHse
Dist
Coe Uae
Important notice on pirated novel Hid From the World
A Pittsburg bookseller V Green is accused of unauthorized sale of the copyrighted prize serial Hid From the World. Publisher A Eichler warns against Greenwald attempting to profit by fake prize schemes and disguising the title with cheap covers, promising legal action in U S Courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
V. Green
Ph. Marcuson
Carson St
Southside
Marcuson
Greenwald
Family Journal
United States
A. Eichler
First St
New York
Marshell the Cash Grocer appeals for cash purchases only
An advertisement claims Marshell at 79S 81 Ohio Street in Allegheny offers cash sales with no credit and no interest, promising savings of about 20 percent, a weekly price list, and a new larger salesroom to speed orders. It urges customers to compare prices and try the store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Tom
Marshell
Ohio Street
Cor
Sandusky
Allegheny
Groetzinger Carpets Offer Unmatched Quality and Selection
Groetzinger's big store showcases new carpets with superior patterns and beauty, promising earlier arrivals and packed sales this fall. The firm claims top loom contributions and unmatched red and turcomanc line west of New York, urging customers to refurnish homes. Edward Groetzinger operates 627 and 629 Penn Avenue.
Ten Dollar Mackinac Round Trip Offer
Trains depart P L E R B depot on Tuesday August 27 at 9 A M 2 35 and 5 10 P M city time. Round trip fare is ten dollars to Mackinac and return. Berths and tickets available at McCormick's 401 Smithfield Street Pittsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCormick's
Smithfield St
Pittsburg
Browne Leyeard Beaten and Unwholesome Food Ad
A fragment notes Browne-Leyeard defeated and condemns unhealthy red food. cites Marvin's Pure Rye and Queen's Jubilee bread as substitutes offering longevity. An advertisement from Busy Bee Hive promises steep discounts on ladies garments and children’s wear with cut prices.
Keere Gas Appliance Co announces reduced rates and new post stores
An old advertisements page notes a 75 percent cut in natural gas bills and invites customers to visit Busy Bee Hive for infants clothing. It lists Keere Gas Appliance Co at Fifth Avenue and promotes savings on coats slips and caps for mothers. The item mentions Shallenberger and Duquesne Bank as local references and refers to Pittsburg college scholarship applications pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keere Gas Appliance Co
Reduce Your Gas Bills With Schlag Heaters
Reduce your gas bills by buying Schlag’s Progress gas heaters and stoves. No waste of gas and no overheated chimneys. Also offered at Busy Bee Hive corner Sixth and Liberty for comforts and underwear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schlag’s Progress
New
Grant St
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O'Leary
B. M. Hanna
Penn Street
Pitsburg
Huevs& Hacuz
Jack the Terror
Trades Council
Campbell
Jeannette
Thomas M. King
Major Washington
Central Board of Education
Homans
Bost Arts of Cuisine
Gena
Omar
Ratan
Carlsbad
Rutan
Robert A. Orr
Young Men's Christian Association
Nova
Maine
White Mountains
J. K. Bane
Twenty-eighth Ward
Europe
Ireland
Phelan
Atlantic City
Ryan
Bessie Stevens
East End
Lizzie
Maggie Weir
Mt. Washington
Edward Weir
Frank Long
Chautauqua
A. C. Speer
Bellevernon
A. F. McCloud
George Welshons
New Florence
Montay
J. J. Semple
Court House
John
Lambie
Union
James A. Ross
Doughty
Sumsos Tarduna de Scandanen Copeonie
William Burdett
Ally
Weintins
Adena Ginger Neendeving
Charles Hubbard
Forty-fifth Street
G. H. Bear
Allentown
Seventh Avenue
A. Plato
Toay
Atlantic
Philadel Ae
York
Laura Grin
F. N. Staup
Leo Instion
Charles J. Smith
Uncle Sam
Swaim
Birmingham Company
Miss Wood
Gettysburg
Cryani Glass Works
Marvin’ In
Tissa
Cash Grocer
Groetzinger
Mackinac
Schblarshirs
Pittsburg Oote College
Ular Gallery
St. Sane
Taft
Eec
Knoxville
Oxville Land Improvement CO
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