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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1889
Page
3
Gripmen on Fifth Avenue cable cars discuss crossing rules and dangers. New conductors pressure relief and pay, while seasoned workers lament inexperienced staff and the hard stopping at slippery crossings.
A temperance wave and cold snap left downtown quiet with few drunks. Sergeant Adolf Metz, newly married, reflected on a peaceful night as Brown’s finest processed offenders. General Decker, a veteran, paid a fine and walked free amid routine sentences for disorderly conduct and related incidents. James Dagnall, shot, was discharged for medical care. Officers arrested Edward, Marrion, and Thomas for suspicious conduct on Second Avenue.
The post office Money Order Department reported for November that British orders total 5 435 10, German 2 896 05, Italian 4783 pounds. issued against British orders paid 70 003 dollars, German 1 906 68. no orders were received from Italy.
The manufacturing jeweler at No. 530 Smith presents a large stock of Terra cotta figures and bronze items priced at low rates. Shoppers are invited to visit for figures and decorative pieces at several price points including 5, 10, 20, and 30 dollars.
The Theological Seminary of Allegheny gains two early Gospel manuscripts Aleph and B, uncials from the fourth century, via Dr M B Riddle with friends effort. Aleph, likely tied to Constantine era, contains nearly all New Testament material and related works, while B offers extensive Old Testament and New Testament text. The pair bolster textual criticism teaching and scholarly study.
A grand display at Hardy & Hayes No 529 Smithfield Street Pittsburgh showcases Mexican Onyx items including an onyx vase, bronze framework, and elegant pedestals. The lower floor features Natural Gas Cut Glass, Royal Worcester ware, silver candelabra, and diamond studded jewelry.
The fourteenth anniversary of the Association for the Improvement of the Poor held at St. Peter's Church featured an annual report read by H. K. Porter. The group described aiding the needy with food fuel clothing and household goods while promoting work and self reliance. The report praised children’s and Fresh Air Fund programs and noted William Thaw's charitable legacy. Rev. Mackay urged continued giving as Rev. Passavant praised charity. An appeal for 5000 dollars was issued.
Robert Dean injured when found unconscious under the Lake Erie Railroad trestle in Southside. Doctors performed trephining at Southside Hospital removing a fractured right parietal with brain pressure. Police maintain Dean fell from the trestle, not assaulted. prognosis uncertain but hopeful.
The Ladies' Total Abstinence Society of St. Mary of Mercy Church held a meeting yesterday in the new school hall to wind up accounts for their recent entertainment. About 250 in proceeds were realized, to be given to Father Sheedy to support his new school building.
A brief note praising a remedy labeled Syrup of Figs as safe for the eye and effective on kidneys and bowels. Mentions Jefeset and the remedy as a preferred treatment.
Bargains advertise colored and black hooks in sizes 5 and 7 with reduced prices from previous figures, offering value to shoppers. The notice emphasizes limited time availability and discounted rates on select hook styles.
Dr J B Fife describes Pittsburg's vaccination drive amid Lake Erie outbreak fears. Chief Brown alerted Health Board, mobilizing physicians to inoculate unvaccinated children within a month. He warns hard quarters of Poles and Swedes hinder vaccination and urges compulsory measures to prevent a localized mallpox outbreak.
A social German club is formed in Allegheny with plans for private receptions for members and families. About 150 members expected, with 75 signatories and 50 already joined, dues and fees outlined. Officers include Dr E L Czarniecki president and F H Eggers treasurer. club to use Masonic Hall space on Madison Avenue and seek a central clubhouse later.
The Forty Hours Devotion began yesterday at St Agnes Church Soho with High Mass by Father Corcoran and a sermon on the blessed Eucharist. A parade will precede the dedication on Sunday December 15 at 10 o'clock, escorting Rt Rev Bishop Phelan to the edifice. The church has been expanded from the old structure into a larger worship space with three new altars and a hardwood interior as schoolrooms occupy the former building.
Fragmentary ad copy touts Dr Flint's Remedy for sleepless manor women claiming to cure insomnia though warning that it may fail. Mentions Pittsburg photos and crayons and Aufrecht's Elite Gallery in a faded street-corner advertising style.
The Manchester African Methodist Episcopal congregation laid the cornerstone of their first church on Chartiers Street after two years of gathering and acquiring a former carpenter shop. The lot cost 2200 dollars and the building, 23 by 65 feet with two stories, will rise with stone trim and cost about 4700 dollars including the lot. Bishop Daniel A. Paine presided and delivered the principal address. Rev. W H Palmer and Rev. RK OC Ban led the congregation.
Newton Love, a Pleasant Valley Street Railway stable worker, was found unconscious after a ladder accident on Marshall Street Allegheny. A horse struck the ladder causing a fall. his skull is intact but brain injury noted and recovery doubtful. He has a wife and three children.
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