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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1891

Page

2

Robbery and Shooting Case Ties to Miller and Connors Kin

A self described affidavit details a home invasion in which masked thieves bound and shot the narrator, robbed Treasury notes bonds and cash totaling about 20 000, and tied his wife. Bonds traced to James W Miller alias James Ryan, later jailed in Canada, with trials in Clarion county and subsequent investigations described by the Granddaughter Florence Connors.

Treasury United States Bmdy's Bend Bridge Company Purmbette Allegheny Valley Company Allegheny Valley Railroad Company Leach Aqeehens Valley H Railroad James W. Miller James Ryan Justice Toronto Canada Miller William Jackson William Harrop Jacob Ot Clarion County Clarion Pennsylvania Harrop Ott Snow Oll Barbara Sam Atingiyen Becem- der Last Mark John Connors Madison Township Solid County R. Motai Said County Connors J. T. Moffatt Congress Court of Oyer and Ter Joiner Mofatt Allegheny County Pittsburg Florence Connors

Detective doubts Jimmy Egan identity in city case

Pittsburg and Chicago police dispute whether Miller is the famed Jimmy Egan. The Chicago rogues gallery notes a prior arrest in 1883 with aliases Houlihan and Ryan, describing him as a safe blower and burglar with a brother Tom Ryan. officials pursue confirmation from Pittsburg and Rohan's department.

Pittsburg Chicago Sal Coulson Miller Jimmy Egan Dispatch Jimmy Ryan Evana Rogues’ Gallery Department Chicago Polices Force Arnstein Les Genera Perha Jackson Mich Houlihan Peoria Tom Ryan Tom America Oe Cago Ommy Addelman Stit Tus Piptsnone Disraten Rohan McClaughry Ryan Ling

He Does Not Believe Miller Guilty of the Catfish Robbery

A Toe Disraton representative questions Miller's guilt in the catfish robbery as the article continues on the sixth page.

Miller Toe

Tin plate tin and tariff talk from Mr. Oliver in Dispatch

Mr. David B. Oliver of the Oliver Iron and Steel Company discussed the U S tin plate industry. He argued that American production is feasible, defended the McKinley tariff, and contrasted American labor costs with English and continental rivals while noting farm ownership and landlord dynamics.

David B. Oliver Oliver Iron and Steel Company Dispatch America England Wales Straits Settlements Dutch East Indies Cornwall Banca Malacca Allegheny County Pittaturg

Possible settlement in Schmertz suit and plate glass stock sale

No further steps were taken yesterday in the contemplated suit against W Schmertz by Attorney Josiah Cohen. James A Chambers and attorney J Scott Ferguson discussed a creditor statement and potential extension. A directors meeting for Standard Plate Glass Company will present its financial condition and a sale of 100 shares pledged by Schmertz to Farmers National Bank is set for today.

W.e.schmertz Josiah Cohen James A. Chambers J. Scott Ferguson Standard Plate Glass Company Ferguson Chambers Standard Company D. E. Wheeler Farmers’ National Bank Schmertx

Ohio Colonel Predicts McKinley Victory in Akron Visit

Colonel A L Conger of Akron Ohio, Republican leader, arrives in town and tells reporters McKinley has a capital meeting in Niles and an excellent chance to win. Ex-Congressman George V Crouse also in town, both men seen separately with no sign of meeting, fueling rumors of strained relations.

A. L. Conger Akron Ohio Anderson McKinley Niles Blaine Crouse Georgev. Crouse Conger Use Colonel Conger

German Woman Returns With Missing Steamship Ticket

Angelina Allard a hired woman in a Hast Liberty house saved fifty three dollars to travel to Bullendorf Germany. She departed for Philadelphia to sail but returned with her steamship ticket missing. An officer and matron checked her claim while she waited for Moeser the agent to report morning.

Angelina Allard Angelina Miss Allard Bullendorf Germany Moeser Smithfield Philadelphia Rone Union Depot

Rising Unease at Vesuvius Mill Sparks Wage Talk

Unease grows among Vesuvius mill puddlers and finishers as strikes linger and nearby mills absorb workers. Management hints at higher wages to lure puddling back, citing fuel issues and scarce labor. Puddling department remains closed, and local retailers face losses as the dispute stretches on.

Wheat Prospects in Dakota Report by J A Paulhamus

Aberdeen resident J A Paulhamus reports Dakota wheat yields could top 90 to 110 million bushels, with 15 bushels per acre in barren counties and averages up to 85 bushels. He notes artesian wells boost irrigation, water pressure 6 to 10 pounds per square inch, and widespread use for fire protection. He cites English mining owners delaying tin production awaiting demand.

J. A. Paulhamus Aberdeen Seventh Avenue Dakotas Paulbamus Panthnumus Paulhamus Panthamnos Aasoon Ag

Memorial to Pittsburg Welcome by British Institute

The British Iron and Steel Institute sent a engraved memorial of thanks to James B. Scott John H. Ricketson Captain E. Hunt and others who hosted visitors to Pittsburg in October last. Autographs of the President Past Presidents and the Council including Sir James Vitaon Sir John G N Alleyn E P Morton the Duke of Devonshire Sir Henry Bessemer Sir Lowthian Bell George J Snelus and others appear on the document.

British Iron and Steel Institute James Vitaon John G. N. Alleyn E. P. Morton Duke of Devonshire Henry Bessemer Lowthian Bell George J. Snelus

Tallora Take a Picnic by The Journeymen Tailors

The Journeymen Tailors Union held its first annual picnic at Featerday with games and an enjoyable day for members.

Viewers Hear Damages Over Boggs Avenue Grading

The Southside Board of Viewers with Wenke McWilliams and Patterson held a City Hall session to hear damage claims from Boggs avenue grading. The old board with McCallin Barr and Randall Martin met to assess Herron avenue grade damages and plan a ground examination to finish the claims.

Southside Messrs Wenke McWilliams Patterson City Hall Boggs Avenue Old Board McCallin Barr Randall Martin Old City Board Herron Avenue

Jacob Nau accuses Charles Cuppert of felonious assault

Jacob Nau yesterday caused the arrest of Charles Cuppert of St. Paul Street on a charge of felonious assault and battery before Alderman Beinhauer in the Twenty ninth ward. Nau says Cuppert fired a revolver at him on Brownsville Avenue, wounding him though Cuppert denies the accusation. The hearing is set for Thursday.

Jacob Nau Charles Cuppert St. Paul Street Beinhauer Twentyninth Ward Brownsville Avenue Nann Cuppert Shertzinger Honeree Aldermann Lauer Nan

Manfred Drexler Committed on Concealed Weapons Charge

Henry Drexler a coal miner of Mansfield borough was committed to jail yesterday by Squire McMillan on a charge of carrying concealed weapons. Prosecutor M Miller, who boards with Drexler, alleges she upbraided Beartee ee tots her crippled daughter when he first threatened to pid heell hs areas.

Henry Drexler Mansfield Squire McMillan M @ Miller Drexler Beartee Ee Heell Hs

City News Snapshots Recall 1902 Directory and Pamphlets

An 1902 directory and calendar issued by Charles J Jaeg of the Beobachter is noted along with a supply of pamphlet laws of 1681 distributed to attorneys. A coal region map centered on Pittsburg is issued by A J Lee and C E. Keeler directs an astronomy post graduate prospectus at Western University. Knox sub district school elects Margaret Welsh to replace Mary Mensinger in room 2. J A McConsion leaves Haworth & Dewhurst to buy the Ardat Hotel at Lima.

AnnEnry Charles J. Jaeg Beobachter Auditor General Pittsburg A. J. Lee C. E The Western University J. E B. Keeler Lick Observatory Knox Sub District Margaret Welsh Mary Mensinger J. A. McConsion Haworth & Dewhurst Lima McCormick

Day's Accidents Report Small List of Minor Incidents

A brief record notes several minor mishaps yesterday none of them seriously injuring anyone. Jouxxs Johns, 45, of Frankstown, was struck by a Baltimore and Ohio train near his home and taken to the Homeopathic Hospital with bruises to arm and legs. Frank Ar a fireman at Iza Furnace fell from a tender into a trestle 30 feet, dislocating a shoulder and injuring his back. Jopaxy John Judge, at Lucy Furnace, burned severely after tumbling into a hot bed Saturday night.

Jouxxs John Johns Frankstown Baltimore and Ohio Road Homeopathic Hospital Jopaxy John Judge Lucy Furnace Carney Frank Ar Iza Eng

Bald Eagles Donated to Schenley Park Zoo

Chief Bigelow yesterday received two genuine American bald eagles for the Schenley Park Zoo. Donor William Friday housed them at Snow Islands, Mich. The zoo now maintains five eagles in its collection.

Chief Bigelow Schenley Park Zoo William Friday Friday Snow Islands Mich

Death of Patrick Cleary under police inquiry

Patrick Cleary died at Allegheny General Hospital after a skull fracture near the right ear. The death is investigated by the police and coroner with autopsy findings by Drs. Rose and Rogers. Cleary, a mill worker from Scranton, slept at Mrs. Hughes Last Chance boardinghouse on Wilkins Street and reportedly suffered convulsions after an incident on the porch.

Patrick Cleary Allegheny Allegheny General Hospital Cleary Oliver Bros. Mill Scranton Steele McDowell

Accidents to Cable Lines Delays on East End Route

The East End cable of the Fifth avenue line parted at East Liberty station last night at 7:45 causing cars to halt while passengers stood along the division. A new cable was installed tonight and service should resume. A separate incident on Forbes road near Craft avenue saw a Duquesne car brake and descend the hill with one passenger, a colored man, knocked about but not seriously hurt.

Duquesne East End Fifth Avenue East Liberty Oakland City Forbes Road Craft Avenue

Police raid fines issued to speakeasy patrons

Proprieties of raids Sunday fined and costs. All visitors pay five dollars plus costs. Allegations include Joan Stavn accused of assault and battery by Joseph Martin before Alderman McGarey. Moon ey seeks warrant for carpenter Joseph Mooney on assault and desertion. Susanna Miller accuses husband of drunken assault with a large butcher knife. Jim Sax fined for fan tan arrest. dealer Key and others fined five dollars each. Eta Pastorius prompts arrest of Frank Lapp for larceny by bailment over a borrowed ring. Patrice Doras, 19, disorderly conduct. Dolan released then attacked mother. Watchman Peror Piasisz cited for cruelty. Officer Dean reports.

Joan Stavn Joseph Martin Alderman McGarey Enid Alpenman Mappers Joseph Mooney Mooney Susanna Miller Reinhauer Jim Sax Grant Street Costa Gripp Key Borg Misa Eta Pastorius Southside Frank Lapp Ballee Metarey Lapp Patrice Doras Tustin Street Hildebred Dolan Morganza Peror Piasisz Morris’ Foundry Twenty-third Liberty Streets Warner M. J. Dean The Anti-Cruelty Society

Seasonal Atlantic visits promoted with rail and lodging ads

The notice advertises a round trip by B&O to Atlantic with rates from 10 dollars and ten day validity plus Washington City stopovers. Trains depart at 8 15 AM and 9 20 PM, with parlor and sleeping car accommodations urged. It also promotes real estate on California Avenue Electric Line and discounts on fall goods and dresses at various stores, plus a one cent word-rate employment ad in THE DISPATCH.

Atlantic Washington City

Odds and Ends at Simon's Allegheny Pa

Local notices promote bargains in button shoes and higher priced goods at Simon's 78 Ohio Street Allegheny Pa. Classifieds urge readers to watch cent a word columns in Tur Dispatch for bargains and plans to contact AZ Byers Co 93 Federal Street.

Simon’s Ohio Street Allegheny California Avenue AZ Byers & Col Federal Street

Eleventh Ward Republicans Prepare for County Convention

The Straightout Republicans vow a strong turnout rain or shine as they insist on a clean convention run by the Republican County Committees. They bar Judges McClerny and Porter and District Attorney Burleigh from entry, hoping the DA vacancy issue stirs party strength for their cause. The Lafia'-at ae meeting marks a pivotal moment in county politics amid bolting factions.

Granger McClerny and Porter Burleigh Lafia

Eleventh Ward Republicans Demand Equal Recognition for New Clubs

At a regular meeting the Eleventh Ward Republican League Club adopted a resolution condemning the Executive Committee for excluding delegates from newly formed clubs from the Scranton State league convention. The club instructs delegates to seek equal recognition and representation for these new clubs.

Eleventh Ward Republican League Republican Party State League State League of Clubs Scranton

More Clubs in Live Two New Republican Organizations Form

Two new Republican groups organize locally. The Vickrey Republican Club, led by President John Crouch and Vice President James L Williams, vows to support John Dalzell at Scranton. The Diamond Republican Club drafts Charles H Roessing as president and John M Dougherty as vice president with 48 members and delegates to Scranton.

Vickrey Republican Club Itia John Crouch James L. Williams Stephen Colling Scranton John Eurich Evan Jones William White John Dalzell Diamond Republican Club Charles H. Roessing John M. Dougherty James B. Bigger William J. Dillon W. A. Doak W. E. Wassel Charles Reese R. W. A. Simmons William G. Whitlinger Samuel F. Boyd

Aldermen Beinhauer Gains Momentum for Mayor Bid

A campaign push for Alderman Beinhauer continues as a Southside gathering at Pfail's Hall in the Twenty-ninth Ward features the de Beinhauer Glee Club. Michael was elected President of the club.

Beinhauer Praga Pfail's Hall Twenty-ninth Ward de Beinhauer Glee Club Michael

New M. E. Church to Be Dedicated Tomorrow

A new M. E. Church edifice at Homewood Avenue and Tioga Street will have its corner stone laid tomorrow at 6 15 PM. Rev. J F Core Rev Dr C W Smith and Rev Dr J W Miles will address the gathering. Rev EF White will conduct ceremonies. Construction began July 7 and aims for January completion. Brick with stone trimmings, modern design, seating about 500.

M. E Homewood Avenue Tioga Street J. F. Core C. W. Smith J. W. Miles EF. 8. White

Special sale of Grenadines and meshes at half price

A local store advertises a special sale on Grenadines plain and Mexican meshes in silk varieties. Exquisite designs include spots floral clusters and geometric patterns across narrow to wide widths. All items are offered at one half of former prices.

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