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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1889

Page

5

Popular Concerts for Pittsburg Exposition Idea

A plan to reuse the Exposition Hall for popular concerts is discussed. Leaders including President Marvin and experts argue concerts could attract crowds at low prices, heating costs must be solved, and a true music hall could boost civic life with summer and winter seasons, drawing on local and national talent.

Dows Pittsburg Marvin Sats S. Marvin Exposition Society Tre Marvin Exposition Bay New York Boston Newland City Philadelphia Baltimore Chien Ani Peop Allegheny Ross Grove Exposition Hall

What People Are Doing Chief Brown Seeks Fire Boat

Chief J C Brown of the Department of Public Safety returned from Washington hopeful for an early fire boat procurement. He favors a Meredith model from the city. J W Robinson appointed special agent for Pittsh and Western road, a newly created post the promotion he deserves. James A Chambers, noted window glass maker, lies at home with ear nose and throat diseases at 718 Penn street Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.

J. C. Brown Department of Puoblic Safety Washington Meredith J. W. Robinson Pittsh and Western Road Ian Robinson James A. Chambers

Eew College Gymnasiums and Training Methods Described

Tomorrow's Dispatch surveyed college gymnasiums and training methods used to prepare athletes. Professor Goldie outlines facilities, equipment, and coaching approaches shaping student fitness and performance.

Ew College Tomorrow's Goldie

Citizens Oppose Immiration and Boycott in New League

Citizens oppose unrestricted immigration and the boycott. Stephen Collins reports on a New York meeting of American societies planning The American Patriotic League to restrict immigration extend naturalization education voter qualifications and fund a nonsectarian public school system, aiming to unite native and naturalized citizens for conservative yet aggressive action.

American Patriotic League New York Stephen Collins Pennsylvania United States Mr. Collins A Flouring Mills Minnesota New York State Trent Ons &D New England Troy N. Y Union Square

Suspension Bridge Toll For Cable Cars Granted

Pittsburg Allegheny and Manchester Traction Company wins right to run cable cars over the Suspension bridge paying 12000 dollars yearly toll. Bridge company shows improvement costs and plans two extra tracks for grip cars. The project raises tolls and aligns with a trotting bridge concept.

Pittsburg Allegheny Manchester Bridge Company Cara Seacuiteen S Traction and Bridge Companies Traction Company

Unitarian Worship at County Democracy Clubroom

In Pittsburg a religious service is held in a political clubroom for the first time, with Unitarian worshipers using the County Democracy hall each Sunday morning. protesters were few as the group approved a yearlong arrangement to keep church services in the club while maintaining cordial ties with its Democratic tenants.

Pittsburg Beltzhoever Fox Unitarian Society

St Agnes Parade Formations Announced By Grand Marshal Rosinski

Grand Marshal Rosinski issues parade formations for the St Agnes dedication, detailing divisions led by Colonel EeeTeen and the A O H, with Major John and the Hibernian Rifles, appointing Thomas Burke as Assistant Adjutant General. Units meet Sunday at 8:30 at Fifth Avenue and Grant Street to receive placements. Rosinski urges staff to report early at Smallman and Twenty-second to ensure a timely start.

Rosinski St. Agnes Hibernian EeeTeen Erin Hibernian Rifles John As Uhe American Board Thomas Burke Hibernian Bifles Fifth Avenue Grant Street Burke Grand Marshs Smallman Twenty-secon

Reinstatement Debates Over Union Expelled Members

Labor circles discuss WGAW reinstating Homer L. McGaw after expulsion by the General Assembly and compare to John Flannery of the Trades Journal, who was readmitted following an earlier controversy. The note warns that expulsion requires a four fifths vote and that nonpayment of dues or minor offenses are insufficient grounds without due process and impartial review.

Warehousemen's Assembly Homer L. McGaw General Assembly John Flannery Trades Journal Con Aga Moses Tai Ame

Prisoner threats cast shadow on reform school return

William McKee Anderson, a 15 year old recently returned to the Reform School after leaving last June, threatened to strike his mother and stepfather, then vowed to return to town and knock his stepfather's head off. He told Inspector McAleese goodbye and claimed he knew the ropes out there. He stands nearly six feet tall.

William McKee Anderson Reform School Poplar Alley Anderson Central Station McAleese Goodby Mac Willie

Library Hall building to remain unsold amid debt arrangements

The Library Hall building will not be sold. Arrangements for debt settlement will be completed in a few days after ongoing negotiations are finalized. The Library Hall Company stock carries nominal value and has often been pled in favor of the Heats Company. The subscription committee now aims to secure all stockholders willing to contribute their shares.

Library Library Hall Company Hall Company

Every Inch a Man lecture by Rev. Locke at Smithfield Street

Rev Charles Edward Locke spoke last night at Smithfield Street Church on Every Inch a Man. He argued the ideal man for the next 50 years should be a specialist philanthropist industrious radical and learned, white or black, male or female, and must be spiritual.

Charles Edward Locke Smithfield Street Locke

Molders Fail To Agree On Amalgamation Plan

Machinery molders met Thursday night to concert measures for an amalgamation but failed to agree. Jealousy persists among three organizations, hindering a united effort and leaving manufacturers to deal with divided trade rather than a harmonized group.

One Union For All Machinists Meet Tonight

A meeting of machinists is held this evening in old hall at 101 Fourth avenue to form a solid craft organization. Attendance is expected to include members on the outside seeking inclusion. A Bretal Pather Pound. Agent Berryman of the Humane Society investigated a complaint against Fred Bower, a German, at No 242 Beaver street. The case concerns alleged misconduct with a child. further action is expected today. Desirable office for rent on second floor Penn Building inquire at 204 Penn Building. Clara Bells, in tomorrow's Dispatch, explains why millionaires seek wealthy wives.

Old Hall Fourth Avenue Adoentinioare Msing Meiotic Berryman The Humane Society Fred Bower No. 242 Beaver Penn

Culligan Discharged After Admitting Money Demands

Allegheny Wharf Committee investigated charges that Mr. Culligan demanded money from Mr. Armstrong Parks for dumping on privileged cyan. He was discharged from city service after admitting the misconduct.

Culligan Allegheny S Mpeching Armstrong Parks

Post-Prandial Comments Stir Tariff Talk In Boston Banquet

A Boston banquet discussion on tariff reform sparked wide comment. Andrew Carnegie praised Grover Cleveland, drawing mixed reactions from local business leaders including Woods of Arbuckles & Co. and several Democratic and Republican figures who debated whether Carnegie favored tariff reduction or remained loyal to protectionist principles.

Andrew Carnegie Boston Grover Cleveland Woods Arbuckles & Co Carnegie Republican Party Morrow Tal McCallin Larkin Csident Weibe A.A Workers Smith A. F John Ance Cleveland New Yorker Southside T. B. Atterbury Atterbury & Co K. Carnegie J. BR. Dilworth Dilworth, Porter & Co Mr. Clever

Loftus and Clark Commit to Jail After Altercation

Martin Loftus and John Clark were committed to jail by Alderman Jones in default of $500 bail on charges arising from an assault on Mrs. John Clark. Loftus denied claims of an earlier attack and a fight ensued with Clark alleged to have struck him with a hammer. A hearing is set for today.

Martin Loftus Alderman Jones John Clark Loftus Clark Wil Hammer

1273D PENNA VOLUNTEERS REUNION AT UNION RINK

The One Hundred and Twenty-third Pennsylvania Volunteers held a reunion last night at Union Rink Beech Street. Friends of the old aces gathered for a cordial evening with speakers Hunter Smith Hey Owens Stewart and Ashworth. Vocal performances added to the program.

Pennsylvania Union Rink Beech Street Ple

Plans to Supplant the Lawrence Bank With a National Institution

A Lawrenceville source says moneyed men plan a company with 200000 capital to reopen the collapsed Lawrence Bank’s building for a national bank. They aim to secure the site near Bloomfield, Lawrenceville, and wards. the plan awaits a vacated or seized building. Depositors and officials continue routine work as no new developments emerge.

Lawrence Bank Lawrenceville Disratch National Bank Bloomfield Tenth Sabaeee Caticieskacta S Charter Nor

Pritz Street Residents Near Rebellion Over Blocked Street

Frits street residents in the Twenty-seventh ward threaten action after two months of blocked access by the Pittsburg Incline Plane Company. They urge Councilman P. M. Carr to bring the issue to councils and warn of further steps if relief is not provided.

Frits Street Twenty-seventh Ward Pittsburg P. M. Carr

Phenomenal piano sale at 71 Federal street Allegheny

Ex Ross advertises Everett pianos with the largest stock in two cities at 75 less than rivals. The shop rents extra wareroom and offers Weber Decker Kranach Bach makes and others at cost to clear space for Everetts. Customers urged to visit and decide quickly.

Everett Federal St Tota Weber, Decker Kranach & Bach Hallett & Davis Ross Allegheny

Holiday Bargains and Clearance Across Pittsburgh Stores

Merchants advertise deep discounts and extended sales to clear stock before year end. The Court House area and Liberty Street deals promote cut prices on dry goods, carpets, and gifts while Penn Avenue venues tout overcoats and suits at 12 dollars per set. Stores urge quick purchases in anticipation of holiday giving.

Homeopathic Society Elects Officers in Allegheny Meeting

The Homeopathic Medical Society of Allegheny County elected officers for the coming year at its annual meeting held last night at the Homeopathic Hospital. Elected were Serge Willard as Vice President and Dr H Treesarer among others, with Dr J ee eet ea Sate Borger noted in the tally.

Homeopathic Medical Society of Allegheny County Homeopathic Hospital Serge Willard H. Treesarer J. Ee Eet Borger

Three Hundred More of These Men's Overcoats For Sale

Three hundred more of these men s storm overcoats or ulaters at three hundred fifty dollars will be offered today. They would be good value for warm outerwear and durable protection against cold weather.

Pittsburg Kaufmanna

Extra fine nursery items and pine wreaths for sale

A compact notice describes a nursery offering fine trees from 3 to 4d for wreathing and holly wreaths with various designs suitable for arrangements. Includes pricing hints and availability, urging inquiries for holiday decorations.

Public meeting urged to defend common schools

The National Reform Association calls a meeting at Old City Hall on Thursday December 19 to defend public and parochial schools. Leaders include Hon F R Brunot and Special Secretary with speakers J H Baldwin Miss Cusack Dr C W Smith and others. Brunot presides both sessions amid broad citizen support from ministers and local citizens.

National Reform Association F. BR. Brunot Old City Hall McAllie iTister J. H. Baldwin C Osack Kenmare Sever Meptaie Eas Ereo Gueath C. W. Smith Brunot

Musical Bee Hive at Kleber and Bro Store

Music store at 506 Wood street advertises pianos and organs from Steinway Conover Opera and others chosen after citywide trials. Kleber Bros report heavy demand, daily telegrams to manufacturers, and extended evening hours with an array of instruments and music boxes. They promote lower prices and holidays stock including Washburn guitars violins and more.

Fae-Ahd Popelee Y Popus H. Kleber & Bro Johnstown Steinway Conover Opera Kleber Bros Klebers Elebers Washburn H. Kisser & Bro Wood Street

Bargain Sale Offers Ladies Garments and Accessories

A bustling sale lists dressing cases and manicure sets with celluloid silver fittings, items priced from 75 to 150 dollars per set. An ad notes Bee Hive at Sixth and Liberty for jackets cloaks dresses and infants, and Taft's Philada dental rooms at 39 Fifth Ave advertise teeth sets from 500 to 800 dollars.

Ene Jos, Bicunaum & Co Fifth Avenue Hazrek Bee Hive Sixth Liberty Taft Philada Fifth Ave

Fragmentary catalog note on a See-Mountings lighting accessory

A damaged OCR fragment describes a See-Mountings natural bulb stick and an umbrella accessory. Mentions a durable cover and novel handle with pricing references and mentions of Saltings with a reduced amount. Specific nouns are unclear due to garbled text but suggests product descriptions and pricing in a period catalog.

Mellor and Hoene Pianos and Organs Display Ad

Mellor and Hoene advertise a holiday display of pianos and organs at 77 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh. They claim superior tone and design compared with Chase Palace Chicago Cottage and Kimball, urge gifts for Christmas, offer catalogs and easy payment plans, and mention printed fabrics from Hueus and Hacke.

Meilor & Heese Meilor Chase Amter & Heene Mellor & Hoene Palace Chicago Kimball Mellor & Hoene’s Lowel Mesara, Mellor & Hoene

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