Democrats hold ground as Congress opens amid smoky chatter
In Washington a gay crowd of Democrats gathers for the opening of Congress, praising party unity and rejecting Republican plans. Leaders like Hatch and Norton discuss speakers, Reed’s role, and opposition to the Federal elections bill while noting Democrats’ renewed strength and the McKinley era backlash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hatch
Enoug
Coperessirca Norton
Harrison
Colonel Hatch
Tyler
Pierce
Tennessee
Lee
Silver-Kllar Bland
Georgia's Betterment Boasts Stir Western Skeptics
A Georgia resident touts state improvements, claiming Georgia leads in recent advances over Michigan and Pennsylvania. A New York drummer questions the boast while others note Eastern states showing more push in some areas. The exchange at the Charles Hotel centers on regional progress and future prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles
Georgia
Pittsburg and Connellsville Stockholders Meet Unopposed
The Pittsburg and Connellsville road annual meeting is set at the Baltimore and Ohio depot with no opposition to directors. Baltimore and Ohio executives and several directors are present at the Monongahela House, and the old board is expected to be re elected though figures are not released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg and
Connellsville
Baltimore and Ohio
Orland Smith
W. H. Koontz
W. H. Burns
Monongahela House
Mender Cohen
Robert Garrett
John D. Senlix
George A. Berry
John W. Chalfant
William Metwalt
W.d. Moorhead
C. L. Fitzaugh
J. B. Washington
How Bob Mackey Used a Fake Illness to Pass a Bill
Sheriff-elect William McClesary recalls a story of Bob Mackey exploiting sympathy to push a questionable measure through the Legislature. Mackey staged a near deathbed scene with a hemorrhage and salt to sway an opposing member, who then rushed the bill to passage. He revealed the ruse, saying the tactic cost nothing and whipped the opposition into line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Mackey
William McClesary
Mackey
Blank
Bill
Escape of Nicely boys sparks ongoing pursuit and concern
General Koontz allied with Prothonotary Horner discusses the Somerset jail escape of the Nicely boys as authorities pursue them. He notes Governor’s action pending and questions linger about their fate. The last sighting was an alleyway report. rumors claim disguising tools were hidden in clothes during the transfer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen. Koontz
Somerset
Nicely Boys
W. H. Koontz
Monongahela House
Pittsburg
Connellsville
Daniel J. Horner
Mr. Koontz
Supreme Court
Nicely
Indiana
Horner
Favors Pooling Traffic and Gould’s Plan
Chairman Blanchard praises Jay Gould as a saviour of railroads and endorses pooling passenger and freight business. He notes rates are firm, shippers not complaining, and argues a single agent system would boost traffic and profits while restraining rate cutting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hk. Blanchard
Central Traffic Association
Chicago
Jay Gould
Bluochord
Gould
Dream Preceded Prison Escape By Paddy McGraw
A sister in the hill district dreamed two weeks before Paddy McGraw and another inmate escaped Riverside penitentiary. The woman related the vision to neighbors, claiming the escape resembled the dream. News of the break drew local attention as the tale circulated widely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paddy McGraw
Miverside
Hill
McGraw
Liberty
Paddy
First Chinese Baptisms in Pittsburg at Fourth Avenue Church
Rev. Mr Applegarth led the baptism of two Chinamen Lee You and Ho Hin along with ten others at Fourth Avenue Baptist Church. The ceremony followed a sermon on Jesus and Zaccheus as the congregation watched Chinese converts joined by local Christians Yee Lang and Burt C. Lee among those baptized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Fourth Avenue Baptist Church
Henry C. Applegarth
Lee You
Ho Hin
Baptist Church
Jesus
Zaccheus
Zaecheus
Christ
Mr. Applegarth
John
Messie
Fourth Avenue
Lee Yon
Lee
Yee Lang
Burt C. Lee
Messrs
Malcolm Vaner
C. B. Sharpe
Paul Thielemann
Frank Gould
W. H. Allen
Jessie Godfrey
Anna Lewis
Lottie Mackinney
Nellie Grant
Eva Gormley
Officer Diehl Faces Complaint Over Ungallant Incident
On Wylie avenue Annie Smith tripped and fell beside Officer Diehl who smiled at the scene. She scolded him and threatened removal for ungallantry, followed by a crowd. He arrested her after she refused to quiet. Hearing adjourned with many witnesses expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wylie Avenue
High Street
Annie Smith
Diehl
Miss Smith
Awa
Poisoned Dogs Mar Local Theatre Act Sparks Suspicion
A rival in business allegedly poisoned two performing dogs for the Nelson Combination at Harris Theater. One dog died after an autopsy found arsenic. the other is failing and expected to die. The dead dog came from Malta and could perform rope walking and toy acts. The owner at the Central Hotel suspects a repeated poisoner who reportedly killed 27 dogs previously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson
Harris’ Theater
Malta
Central Hotel
Detective Dewoody Captured After Deception at Claremont
Samuel C Dewoody robbed a Claremont school house of books weeks ago. He visited Chief Murphy claiming to be a detective and produced a badge after a long joke with Allegheny detectives. He was then jailed. Clinton mill puddling department, halted by an engine break, will resume today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel C. Dewoody
Claremont
Zimmerman
Dewoody
Chief Murphy
Clinton Mill
Sunday Hearings Highlight Patrol Impact on Crime
Police Magistrates in two cities conducted Sunday morning sessions with 40 cases at the Central station and 22 at Southside. Sentences included 30 days for Mary Thomas, four days for John Hines, and 60 days for Kate Kalley plus fines. A Brownstown poker room raid led to $25 fines per defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKeesport
Succop
Kate Kalley
West Careon Street
Romani Vealski
Monkey Row
Brownstown
Vealski
Major Wyman men at Allegheny delinquent cases and tanner yard incident
Major Wyman pursued 23 Allegheny delinquents. Joseph Slinchill, watchman at Groetzinger's tannery, discharged after attacking Charles Shafer who jumped the fence. Shafer, the engineer, unnamed by Slinchill. John Simmonds jailed 30 days for impersonating an officer by flaunting a police badge to secure drinks. Henry Gosack and four friends arrested at Vista street after midnight racket. Gosack fined 25 dollars and costs, others discharged with costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Major Wyman
Joseph Slinchill
Charles Shafer
Groetzinger
Shafer
E Camne
Stinchill
John Simmonds
Henry Gosack
Vista Street
Gosack
Magistrate Hyadman Fines Speak-Easy Operator
Magistrate Hyadman of the Second district disposed of two cases at the Fourteenth ward station. Mrs Mary Shetley was fined 25 dollars and costs for running an altered speak easy. Mrs ODonnell was sent ten days to jail for disorderly conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hyadman
Second
Fourteenth Ward
Mary Shetley
O'Donnell
Escapee McGraw Suffering Scars From Penitentiary Fight
Western Penitentiary officials reported no clear trace of Paddy McGraw or James Dobson after an escape. A brakeman sighted a man at a pumping station near Rock Point at daybreak Saturday that fit McGraw’s description. Warden Wright said no new information exists. he expects McGraw to cause trouble if drunk. The escaped murderer bears facial scars from a knife fight in the old penitentiary shoeshop. Mrs. McGraw, his mother, is gravely ill at Toss Street, unaware of her son’s escape to avoid shocking her health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Penitentiary
Paddy McGraw
James Dobson
Ft. Wayne
Rock Point
McGraw
Warden Wright
Mason
Toss Street
Unwelcome Guest Attacks Man With Paving Stone
About 4 PM yesterday a man believed to be Paddy Carlin, staying at 2534 Penn Ave, forced entry at James Dykes home at 26th and Suallman. Dykes ordered him out, was knocked unconscious after being struck by a paving stone. he received facial wounds and was taken to the police station as officers searched for the assailant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paddy Carlin
Penn Avenue
James Dykes
Twentysixth
Suallman Streets
Twelfth Ward
Twenty-sixth Street
Dikes
Wallace
Died in a Tub a Well Known Printer Charles C Peterson
Charles C Peterson a Pittsburgh printer died of heart disease found unconscious across a bathtub yesterday in the Randall Club bathroom. He had returned from New York on business and resided at 107 Clark Street leaving a wife and child. Peterson once supervised the Pittsburg Photo Engraving Co and recently worked on a project titled Famous Hostleries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles C. Peterson
Randall Club
Peterson
New York
Clark Street
Pittsburg
Echols Seeks New Party Based on Farmers Alliance
Colonel J. W. Echols, arriving in Buffalo, advocates dissolving both major parties and forming a new party from Farmers' Alliance principles with edits. He argues the GOP and Democratic factions differ little beyond candidate personalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Echols
Buffalo
Farmers’ Alliance
Closing Out Jewelry Sale at M G Cohen’s Diamond Expert
The advertisement promotes a closing out auction at M G Cohen’s Diamond Expert and Jeweler located at 533 Smithfield Street. It notes daily sales at 10 PM 2 30 PM and 7 30 PM with items including diamonds watches jewelry silverware clocks bronzes and related gifts for the holiday season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. G. Cohen
Smithfield Street
Pugilist McCoy Escapes Workhouse but Is Recaptured
A prisoner named McCoy, a known boxer, fled the workhouse yard with 27 days remaining in his sentence. He was spotted near the Freeport Stand, bells rang, and officers chased him down within minutes. Superintendent Warner notes McCoy’s intention to shorten his sentence but warns a longer punishment awaits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCoy
Stave Yard
Warner
T Ot
Freeport
Pittsburg
MceCoy
Temperance Meetings Highlight Temperance Efforts
Captain J K Barbour John W More land and A M Brown with Murphy workers led a series of temperance meetings at the Rebecca Street M P Church Allegheny with Sunday night gatherings. Last night’s meeting featured encouraging addresses and coed speeches. Royal Templars visited the Sons of Temperance at 68 Ohio street Allegheny. Morehead W C T U held an interesting temperance meeting last evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. K. Barbour
John W. Moreland
A. M. Brown
Murphy
James Woods
William Stuckroth
William Blackstone
Rebecca Street
M. P. Church
Allegheny
Royal Templars
Sons of Temperance
Ohio Street
Morehead W. C. T. U
Teaching M Fadden to Dance in South Fourteenth Street Row
James McFadden 50 and Robert Griffin quarreled on the street. Griffin rose to instruct McFadden in a dance a la Sullivan, then they went to Sergt. McShane's hotel where McFadden was covered with gore, suggesting a violent clash though Griffin remained unscathed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James McFadden
Robert Griffin
McFadden
Jamaica Ginger Overdose Sends Man to Mercy Hospital
Thomas Barrett of Second Avenue near Fourteenth Ward Station was brought to Mercy Hospital about 4 AM after ingesting Jamaica ginger by mistake. He drank half a glass of the toxic elixir left beside water. Dr McKibben and Father Slade from St Agnes Church requested hospital care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Barrett
Second Avenue
Fourteenth Ward
Mercy Hospital
McKibben
Father Slade
St. Agnes Catholic Church
Mayor's Office Earnings Report For Allerheny Past Month
Clerk Hunneshagen filed a monthly report showing 53 arrests. Of these 46 sent to workhouse 50 to jail 3 to Reform School 12 held for court 141 fined 101 released. Receipts totaled 1741.75 with 51.35 for mayoral costs. Amusement licenses added 205.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunneshagen
Allerheny
Reform School
Frey Arrested in Jewelry Store Theft Case
Detective Demmel arrested Charles Frey a young watchmaker employed by jeweler George Biggs on Smithfield street on suspicion of stealing a valuable gold chain. Several items have been reported missing recently and Frey is thought to have knowledge of the thefts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demmel
Charles Frey
George Biggs
Smithfield Street
Frey
What People Are Doing
York resident T Kirk White at the Schlosser is urged by friends to seek the Insurance Commissionership but will not ask the Governor. Florence Miller leaves the Reilly and Woods show to join a Chicago stock company. Mary A Logan was a Ft Wayne passenger bound for ingot the WottFex commission. O L Pullman passed through on his way to Chicago with no pews to offer. US District Attorney Lyon went East last night. Darley and wife returned to Roanoke last evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Tennessee
Washington
Congress
Lar
Pennsylvania
Hatch
Bisnd
Norton
Pierce
Bate
Kinsley
St. Louis
Republian
Hnatch
Wilers
Party of
People
Farmers’ Alliance
Cangular
Jefferson
Powicy
John Jay Young
T. Kirk White
York
Schlosser
John A Logan
Ft Wayne
Ingot
WottFex
Florence Miller
Jett
Reilly and Woods
Chicago
O. L. Pullman
Lyon
Darley
Tragic Case of Mrs. Kate Gass in Allegheny Fire
Mrs Kate Gass died at her West View Avenue home in Allegheny after setting kerosene with her clothing alight in an apparent suicide. She confessed on her deathbed that she poured oil on herself on Saturday, leaving three young daughters and a husband Charles Gass a painter at Ft Warne shops. Neighbors found her burning, doctors said no recovery, and authorities suspect mental distress from rheumatic illness and eye problems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Jones
The Toby Traveling West to Astoria
Oregon readers become intrigued as Pittsburg tobies gain fame across the region. A large shipment arrived in Astoria aboard a Griffin and Reed consign. Griffin & Reed, prominent Astoria merchants, imported tobies after a West Coast trip. Diamonds watches and music instruments also arrive, with Gallinger's featuring a vast music box selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Gallinger's
Slashed Arm Follows Alley Attack on Hart Boy
James Hart, 15, was ambushed by a crowd on Spruce alley yesterday. He fled a brick strike, was stabbed in the left arm, and two youths John Herron and Martin Sullivan were arrested for felonious cutting. John Gormley of Post 128 was buried at 52 North Diamond Street Allegheny with Westinghouse workers and local regimental associations in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Hart
Spruce Alley
Hart
McAleese and Miller
John Herron
Martin Sullivan
John Gormley
North Diamond Street
Allegheny
Westinghouse Works
Uniondale
Grand Annual Holiday Stock Inventory Sale Announced
Tomorrow Monday December 1 begins a grand annual sale featuring a double event with extensive quantities and assortments. General bargains across all departments include silk velvet dress goods lace curtains and draperies with prices reduced from regular 75c to 2 per yard to 65c 75c and 1.00. Stocks cover silks velvets brocades and tailored fabrics plus table linens comforts and fashions.
Panhandle coal dealer expands daily capacity in Pittsburg
Mr. Fred Greiner of Fourth avenue and Try street Pittsburg, a leading wholesale and retail coal dealer, increased his daily capacity to 8,500 bushels to meet public demand for Panhandle coal and slack. He provides estimates to families, hotels, shops and buildings and promises prompt attention to all orders at telephone 1027.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Greiner
Fourth Avenue
Try Street
Pittsburg
Nata torium Turkish Bath At Duquesne Way
Readers praise the Nata torium on Duquesne Way for superior service with open day and night access. The facility offers excellent accommodations and attention but notes reserved hours for ladies on Tuesdays 5 to 11:30 PM and Fridays 8 AM to 6 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duquesne Way
Slippers for Men at G. D. Simons Allegheny
The advertisement lists men slippers in alligator and kid leathers in several colors. Prices shown range from 75 cents to 2 dollars. Sold at G. D. Simons 75 Ohio Street Allegheny Pennsylvania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. D. Simon’s
Ohio Street
Allegheny
Marguerite and Turkish baths praised at Natatorium
The article extols the Turkish baths at the Natatorium on Dinguesne Way as among the best in the country. It notes ladies days on Tuesdays from 8 AM to 2 PM and Fridays from 8 AM to 6 PM, with manager Fred Goodwyn available for information. It advertises Beaver cloth and other goods at G D Simons 78 Ohio St Allerheny PA and fur trimmed wraps at Jos Horne Co Penn Avenue Stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marguerite
Dinguesne Way
Fred Goodwyn
Jos, Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
Store crowds cause delays despite extra staff
Customers faced long lines and waits as stores remained jammed daily last week. Management thanks patrons for patience while noting higher staff levels did not fully eliminate delays.
Bargains in Ladies and Children's Wraps and Silks
Our wrapping and delivery departments have grown enabling faster service. Bargains include Ladies' and Children's Long Wraps priced at 2.50, wraps down from 3 to 3, a 12 dollar lot priced at 4 and 5, and silks and muffs sold at reduced rates. Astrakhan Capes now 10 from 15, all silk ribbons at half price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Astrakhan Capes
Mass. C. Weisser Realty Notice at Market Street
A historical market notice identifies Mass C Weisser at 435 and 437 Market Street. The fragment appears to reference a property listing or real estate matter paused mid sentence. No clear date or action is stated.
JUS. HORNE & CO Silk Department Holiday Offerings
JUS. HORNE & CO on Penn Ave promotes holiday preparations across all departments with focus on the Silk Department. They tout abundant Black Silks and a wide range of fabrics from Rurals to Surahs, with prices from 36c to $3 per yard and boxes made for easy shipping and gift presentation.
New Adverts Unveiled In Dark Colors At 45 Cents
A listing of fabric styles and discounts features brocade latins two tone effects silks at 75 cents protein Bengalines at $1.35 and up. Printed India and Japanese silks at reduced prices plus rich novelties and delicate evening tints. Faille francaise crepe de chine embroidered crepes tissue and satin varieties offered with extensive color lines and wholesale price ranges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faille Francaise
Dress Goods and Combination Dresses Sale Alert
Holiday buyers are urged to shop our dress goods sale with hundreds of patterns and ample lengths for all sizes. Prices by the piece are very low for quick, convenient sales and value. Fine combination dresses also reduced by dollars.
Cloak Department Slashes Prices on Jackets and Coats
The Cloak Department announces deep reductions on Stockinette and Black Jack jackets in popular materials and finishes. Fur trimmed and colored novelty jackets, braids, and fur garments are included, with long coats starting at $5 and higher grades from $10. Holiday linens and gift lines also featured.
Holiday Goods Tables Attract Wide Buyer Interest
Swarms of buyers browse a Holiday Goods display featuring unique pillows scented with California Sweet Grass and small gift items. Center table holds these knick knacks while side tables showcase celluloid novelties baskets fans and leather and silver goods all described as new and best of their kind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Final Winter Millinery Opening with Furs and Ribbons
Special notice announcing a three day winter opening of new millinery displays including fur hats feathers and flowers for dress purposes. Ribbons are offered at advantageous prices to attract customers.
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Bow Bob Mickey
Lioe
Reed
Senate
Republican Party
South
Michigan
Vermont
Connecticut
New Yorker
Eastern Suites
Wanchard
Jay Gould i
Railroads
Officer Diehl
Gripp
Central Station
Mary Thomas
John Grace
John Roth
Roth
Grace
Miss Thomas
John Hines
Fitzgerald
Frank
Milly Williams
Keating Alley
Milly
M'Fadden
Dance
Jamaica
Mayor's Office
Wyman
Charlies Frey
Biggs
Joseph Gongle
Pine Alley
Toby
Hueus & Hacxe
SALE
Lyons
Eider
Fifth Ave
Market St
Nod-M
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Jewelers
Lewis
Keith-Mwe
Leadme Drygoods House
Pitwburg
Teamsters’ Boots
Tammed
MAS
C. Weisser
Market ST. Delow
JUS. Horne & CO
Penn Ave
Wents
Horne & CO
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