Poison Scare At Homestead Mill Described In Diarrhea Outbreak
A mill commissary worker, in Homestead, recounts a severe diarrhea outbreak among non union workers. Poisoning was suspected but never proven as cooks were watched, foods altered, and many fell ill across the plant during summer. Theories blamed oleomargarine and ammonia, with frost relief and outside dining reducing cases.
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Homestead
Peison
Jamaica
Bob Watson
Chicago
Colorado
Borg
John Wharton
Dovey
Peterson
Carnegie
Phraician
Homestead Laughs at Poison Plot Rumor Amid Trials
In Homestead the poisoning story linking Advisory Board members and Amalgamated Association officials drew little reaction. Residents doubt the charges aim to taint public opinion before upcoming trials, while locals recall Beatty’s Louisville arrest and defend union leaders as targets of the plan.
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Amalgamated Association
Homestead
Carnegie Company
Robert J. Beatty
Louisville
Dave Lynch
Beatty
Howe
Pinkerton
Sheriff
Deputies
Pinkertons
Striking town faces harsh hardships as workers struggle
Residents describe deep suffering after the strike begins with many men earning low wages and spending their money to feed families. Clothing worn out and need for warmth are common as the community endures financial strain and hope for relief.
Glosser death not ruled foul play by family
The Glosser family rejects poisoning theory after Charles Glosser dies of typhoid fever in Homestead. Doctors say symptoms fit typhoid and a postmortem poison test was not pursued. the grave at Allegheny Cemetery remains undisturbed and his sister recalls the burial as standard.
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Charles Glosser
Jacob Glosser
Charlie
Petit
Allegheny
Ninth Street
Snd
Glosser
Homestead
Coroner skeptical over Valley death cases and illness claim
The coroner questioned a sudden death linked to foul play in Isaac Jory's case and noted threats against him from Homestead men tied to July riot testimony. He ruled Jory's death due to pneumonia from heavy drinking. He questioned exhumation claims in Glosser's case and dismissed poisoning rumors as typhoid fever in Homestead. District attorney Burleigh said no poisoning cases or Glosser body intake were heard of.
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McDowell
Carnegie
Isaac Jory
Jory
Homestead
Critchlon
Glosser
Uest
Mall
Burleigh
Charles Glosser
No Murder Charged In Felonious Assault Inquiries
In Harrisburg two informations were filed against Patrick Gallagher and Robert Beatty for felonious assault and battery. Gallagher, never arrested, was last seen at Porters restaurant and then disappeared, with Pinkerton detective Pat Farrell traveling to Harrisburg for requisition papers to bring Beatty from Louisville. Gallager's affidavits were kept in Attorney Breck's safe as evidence for Governor's papers.
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Alderman McMasters
Homestead
McMasters
Patrick Gallagher
Robert Beatty
Gallagher
Beatty
Pat Farrell
Pinkerton
Harrisburg
Dr J H McClelland Investigates Homestead Illness
Dr J H McClelland secretary of the State Board of Health visited the Homestead mills to determine the illness cause. He noted summer examinations blamed water but impurity remained after switching to well water. Many workers suffered diarrhea and T J Lane died rapidly after moving from Pittsburgh to work at Homestead.
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J. H. McClelland
State Board of Health
Homestead
Pittsburg
T. J. Lane
No Poisoned Patients Reported From Homestead
Superintendent Slack of the Homeopathic Hospital said no Homestead arrivals were poisoned, noting one death from cholera morbus in August and several old fever cases. Superintendent Cowan of West Penn Hospital was absent, and the in charge physician reported no poisoning cases from Homestead. Dr Daniers of Allegheny General echoed no Homestead patients were received.
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Homestead
Slack
Homeopathic Hospital
Cowan
West Penn Hospital
Daniers
Allegheny General Hospital
Reform Motions Stir Pittsburg City Hall Meeting
Citizens' Industrial Alliance in Odd Fellows Hall debated municipal reform amid factional friction over a spring election ticket. The platform called for audit, civil service, city ownership of utilities, tax reform, and layoffs of political influence.
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Citizens’ Industrial Allisnes
Odd Fellows’ Hall
South Eighteenth Street
Amalgamated Association, Window Glass Workers and Painters’ Union
Isher
Third Avenue
Market Street
Ourocity
Ple
Democrats Claim GOP Delays in Mayoralty Decision
Democrats accuse Republican leaders of deliberate indecision to delay a Mayoralty candidate until the convention. They cite unstated plans, undecided delegates, and shifts in McCandless support as signs of a last minute nomination. The City Democratic meeting praised Mayor Gourley’s resolution while noting Stauffer’s active campaign for Common Council.
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Ita
McCandless
Mayor Gourley
Local Council Races Feature Party Switch and Ward Contest
A candidate seeks renomination to Allegheny Common Council with a party switch from Kennedy to Tyler. He cites BR. G. pacnenigle backing both him and Tyler. Jed Tschume, brother of a policeman, runs for Fourteenth ward with supporters confident of victory.
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Allegheny Common Council
Kennedy
Tyler
BR. G. Pacnenigle
Jed Tschume
Common Council
Asl
Allegheny Mayoral Fight Divides Republicans Kennedy vs Tyler
In Allegheny a historic mayoral nomination fight pits Kennedy and Tyler against each other. Reform leaders split, offices scarce, and party workers rally behind distinct camps as Tyler contends for council majorities and Kennedy for reform support. Democrats consider Wilson and Wilhelm as potential candidates.
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Allegheny
Harness
Kennedy
Tyler
Reform Association
Friends
Popular Movement For Success
Republican
Braun
Barre
George Shiras
Abolishing the Soldiers Orphan Schools Debated
Harrisburg lawmakers discuss a bill to abolish the soldiers' orphan schools. Governor Pattison chairs the commission and M B Lemon attends as a House member. A majority backs the plan to place orphans in industrial or other schools to cut state costs.
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Soldiers’ Orphan School Commission
Pattison
Harrisburg
M. B Lemon
R. Lemon
Neeb
Lafferty
Culbertson
Mackrell
Cotton
Muehlbronner
Allegheny Citizens' Industrial Alliance Considers Weekday Meetings
The Allegheny branch met at 70 Ohio Street with A. M. Swartz presiding. Leaders outlined inclusive plans to recruit members and potentially field a ticket in the future while a faction urged weekday meetings to avoid Sunday reform violations.
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Citizens' Alliance
Allegheny
Citizens’ Industrial Alliance
Ohio Street
A. M. Swartz
C. Arbogast
Pittsburg
M. P. Carrick
Hammerman James Rimmer Dies in Inquest at McKee's Rocks
Coroner McDowell held an inquest into the death of James Rimmer a hammerman at Anderson Dao Puy Co steel works McKee's Rocks. He had drunk heavily for weeks and was found dead in an open earth arch. Verdict attributed death to chronic alcoholism exposure and neglect. He was 38 and married but separated from his wife in England.
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McDowell
James Rimmer
Anderson, Dao Puy & Co
McKee's Rocks
Rimmer
Peter
England
Sod
America
Rock-Bottom Deals on Used Pianos and Organs
Heavy Christmas trade brings second-hand pianos and organs to Mellor & Co warerooms at 17 Fisch Avenue. Pianos have been restronged repolished and are described as superior to many new brands. Easy payments, write if you cannot come. six evenings until 9 o clock until the 26th.
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Mellor É& Founded
Fisch Avenue
Builders Exchange Plans January Convention In Pittsburg
Pittsburg area contractors seek to unite independent exchanges to raise efficiency and lower costs. They plan a January convention to set hours and wages, address payments to sub contractors, and coordinate actions against potential eight hour demands.
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Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
Ohio
West Virginia
National Association
Wheeling
Youngstown
Washington
Uniontown
Greensburg
Ajl
Seere McAfee
Exchange
Seventeenth Anniversary of Pittsburg Poor Association Held
The Pittsburg Association for the Improvement of the Poor marked its seventeenth anniversary at the First Presbyterian Church. Reports show 1 031 families sought aid, 4 833 persons assisted, 20 915 home visits, and 1 death in the year ending November 15. Disbursements totaled 24 497 67 with debts of 906 3 20 to treasurer and dealers.
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Pittsburg Association For the Improvement
First Presbyterian Church
J. D. Moffitt
W. R. Thompson
Mra
E. L. Lippincott
Fresh Air Food Mission
Mr. Moffitt
J. C. White
St Andrew's E P. Church
Old Man Walks From Pittsburg to Cleveland
Patrick Kelly, an elderly man from Jersey City, walked to Cleveland arriving Saturday. He was sent to the Men's Home there, provided food and clothing, and given a pass as far as Sandusky. He has two sons and a daughter married in Chicago, and was traveling with his wife to visit them when his wife died in Pittsburg last Tuesday.
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Patrick Kelly
Cleveland
Pittsburg
Jersey City
Chicago
Sandusky
Miller Bros Groceries Promote Wide Delivery and Prices
Miller Bros at 199 Federal Street Allegheny advertise Dwest and purest groceries and fi products with consistently reasonable prices. Goods delivered everywhere and customers urged to send for a price list.
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Miller Bros
Federal Street
Allegheny
Bicycle on easy terms from Pittsburgh Cycle Co
Buy a $150 bicycle with pneumatic tires for $22 cash and small monthly payments. Pittsburgh Cycle Company at 4 Wood Street offers ownership through an installment plan.
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Pittsburgh Cycle Company
Wood Street
Slippers advertised at Simon's offer wide leather styles
An advertisement touts leather slippers at Simon's with deep discounts. It lists Youths Velvet slippers 50c, Boys Velvet 50c, Men Velvet 75c, imitation alligator 65c and 55c, and Dongola and plush styles up to 1.75 and 1.50, comparing to higher prices elsewhere.
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Simon’s
Sec
Largest Diamond Jewelry Display For Holiday Gift Season
Unusually large purchases reflect the season as the largest and finest collection of diamonds is exhibited. The display features wealthy, handsome pieces suitable for gifts during the holiday period.
Variety of Toys and Furnishings On Display At Grove’s Gallery
Sleds, swing horses, velocipedes, doll carriages, wagons, tricycles, and many toys are exhibited at Grove's on Fifth avenue. See them before Christmas. Hendricke & Cao offer a handsome present away free with every dozen cabinets at No. 68 Federal Street, Allegheny. Linens priced at $1. Three days only.
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Grove's
Fifth Avenue
Hendricke & Cao
Federal Street
Allegheny
Christmas shopping rush hinted at for Penn Ave stores
JOS, HORNE &C.'S Penn Ave stores urge early holiday purchases this week as next week the shops will be crowded and hard to enjoy.
Christmas Dress Pattern Sale Promises Best Value Yet
Thousands of patterns announced with top quality fabrics and strong savings. Cashmeres, Cheviots, Camel's Hair and French Plaids offered at 1.50 to 4 per pattern with yardage bargains in Camel's Hair and cashmere suiting. Large stock of imported fabrics described as best value of season.
Christmas Bargains in Silks Umbrellas and Gifts
A broad sale listing rich Black Silks priced from 10 to 25 each and 100 leaders in men’s fine umbrellas at 2 to 225 each. Ladies and children umbrellas in various woods and metals. to 25. Men’s housecoats and dressing gowns plus infant wear, dresses, jackets, coats and Ulsters. Upholstery items, screens, drapery silks, and a center-store Christmas display of novelties and silver.
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Dresden
Infante
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