Night car service questioned amid plans with two companies
Patrons fear plans to abolish night cars after a contract takes effect. Mayor Gourley would not comment. Complaints cite crowding on both lines due to insufficient cars, sparking indignation among riders. Anfrecht won a suit against the Pumdhurs Traction Co over a double fare dispute on a city car. Alderman Steilig ruled in favor of Anfrecht and taxed the company costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EastEnders
Gourley
Anfrecht
Pumdhurs Traction Company
Steilig
Alfrecht
West Bellevue Council Supports Indignant Citizens’ Investigation
The West Bellevue borough council met in special session to back a citizen resolution calling for a full investigation into alleged official misconduct. The body pledged aid and access to evidence, signing the resolution with council members’ names and urging a thorough, fair inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Bellevue
Council
Couneil
James Sample
Bergess
W. H. Lockhart
J. ©. McDowell
Milton Steel
W. H. Moore
E. L. Kallenbough
Sir Crawsford
Merk
Wrentas
Counsil
Armiies
Temperance fears rise after eight Allegheny residents fall ill
Eight Allegheny residents including F Pritzchke and family, J C Godfrey, Walter Carter, W O H Beeson, Mrs Hancock, and Harwerville residents became violently sick after drinking milk coffee mix reputedly contaminated. Doctors treated them with emetics and they recovered. The caretaker Herron blamed heating milk in tin cans for releasing poison, urging correction of poisoned milk sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
F. Pritzchke
Chestnut Street
Pritzchke
J. C. Godfrey
Walter Carter
W. O H. Beeson
Derelict Assess Missing From County Districts
A county report shows 35 districts have not reported their register gas work completion by nightfall. The list names Wittsburg districts, Allerheny, Korourhs Bellevue, Elizabeth and Finley townships, North Versailles, Pine, Robinson, Wilkins and others. Total 24 districts pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wittsburg
Allerheny
Bellahooves
Peeptree
Elizabeth
Finley
Forward
Run Down at Sewickley Claims Mary Gannon
Mary Gannon, 2, was struck and killed by a train in Sewickley last night. Other incidents include Wileon J. Brown of Allegheny Heating injured by a mortar blast at West End Avenue, John Cheesebors injured in rail yard crash, and Thomas Jones hurt when thrown from a city storage hour horse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Gannon
Sewickley
West Carson Street
Wileon J. Brown
Allegheny Heating Company
Jd. Morown
West End Avenue
Allegheny
nEeEstre
John Cheesebors
Edgar Thomson
Lawrenceville business man faces embezzlement suit
Temee W Campbell was charged last Saturday with embezzlement. A hearing was held yesterday afternoon before Alderman Gripp and he was held for further trial. The suit, filed by his sister Mrs Maurie A Prove, claims he held a fund of 3000 to 4000 for four sisters to support their mother who died in 1900 and alleges he refused to refund the money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Temee W. Campbell
Lawrenceville
Alderaan Gripp
Maurie A. Prove
Byon
Daves
Sfo
Window shot at No. M1 Fifth Avenue frightens Mrs. Whitehouse
An unknown assailant fired a shot through a window at No. M1 Fifth Avenue striking no one. Mrs. Whitehouse, wife of the Police Inspector, Hives, was greatly frightened as an officer pursued the fleeing man. No crew to the scene was available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue
Mra Whitehouse
Hives
Ter
Sai
Joseph McCalley
Insane Department
West Penn Hospitl
McCalley
Allegheny
Bricklayers’ Union
Eagle Brand Condensed Milk Promoted by Local Grocer
An advertisement extols Gail Borden Eagle Brand Condensed Milk as the most successful and reliable nourishment, noting its availability at the local grocer and appealing to caregivers for infants and general nourishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gail Borden
Eagle
Fights of factions in Pennsylvania Democratic contest
The article covers the scramble for W. J. Scott's seat on the National Democratic Committee with Jiles from Harrisburg opposing rivals, including Marrity and Guffey backed factions. It notes disputes over authority to fill vacancies, calls for meetings, and a proposed rules revision led by W. J. Brennen with a watchdog view on representation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Scott
National Democratic Committee
Marrity
State Democratic Committee
Executive Committee
Washington
J. M. Guffey
Kerr
Pennsylvania
Scott
Herrity
State Central Committee
Guffey
Harris
State Committee
Ecomoputes
National Committee
Pittsburg
Centleman
Gaffey
Nations Committee
Tts
Whisky businessman backs experienced appointee for tax office
Ira J. Duncan, a whisky dealer, says distillers watch the Warmcastle matter closely and prefer an experienced Collector. He favors Frank Pase, arguing a trained official reduces government and taxpayer friction and saves annoyance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ira J. Duncan
Duncan
Frank P.ase
Distillers Seek Practical Man in Industry
Mr. Pinean reports that distillers want a practical man in the business and that Senator Quay will oppose confirmations of anyone not agreeing to retain men appointed through his influence. He urges consulting distiller interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quay
Pinean
Warmcastle Hope Fades Yet Telegram Keeps Collector Hopeful
A telegram from Dick Quay in Washington says Senator Quay secured a meeting with President Harrison about the Collector’s case. The message claims a brighter outlook and hints Harrison may reconsider removing Mr Wartensile. The Collector reports 150,000 collected since charges arose and remains in charge, while rivals like George O Miller and Ex-Collector Graham press their claims with political backing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick Quay
Elin
Warmcastle
Washington
Senator Quay
President Harrison
Wartensile
George O' Miller
Quay
Magee
Tariff Club
Graham
Allegheny
F. Jones
Jones
Congressman Stone
Pittsburg
Marshall Still In The Field In Allegheny District
William T. Marshall denies withdrawal from the Second district race and says he will beat Senator Rutan with McDonald also likely elected. Rutan is in Ohio for his brother’s funeral while campaigning house to house. In the First district Allegheny Charles A Muehlbronner Emanuel Wertheimer and Colonel Charles W Robison vie with Quay backing. Two candidates will be elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ennis
Jiles
Ennix
Jones Clark
Friends of
Wiles
Clark
Distret
William T. Marshall
Allegheny
Rutan
McDonald
Mr. Marshall
Rotan
Ohio
Colorado
Charles A. Muehlbronner
Famanuel Wertheimer
Charles W. Robison
Quay People
Robison
Demand for Downtown Property Sparks Church Site Sale Interest
Real estate agents report rising interest in Penn avenue plots following a government sale. Christ Church property draws three offers in two days, with one bid for a partial front and depth block. trustees refuse partial sale. A full plot sale to a single buyer may occur soon. Boggs & Buhl deny pursuit, citing Allegheny ties. Offers for Seventh avenue above Smithfield street also noted. Trustees control the First U P Church sale and seek a higher price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn Avenue
Lower Penn Avenue
Christ Church
Boggs & Buhl
Allegheny
Seventh Avenue
Smithfield Street
U.P
Ownership dispute opens road to Mog Island debate
In a Supreme Court standoff over Mog Island ownership, J K Jolly claims road frontage to low water while the McCabes say the road has public use for decades. Jolly fenced the road. it was cut by others yesterday restoring access to the island. Governor Chase of Indiana is noted as a Campbellite preacher who spoke in Neville Hall around 1870 71.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mog Island
Supreme Court
J. K. Jolly
McCaheeks
Jolly
McCabes
Governor Chase
Insiana
Neville Hall
Fourth Avenue
Mr. Chase
Reno
Benvenue Station
Indian Squaw Seeks Relief From Bullet Wound by Father Mollinger
Elizabetta Grier a 96 year old resident of Evansville travels to Troy Hill to seek cure from a War of 1812 bullet lodged in her side. Neighbors call her a witch while German residents trust her prophecies. Mollinger claims to ease her pain though he is too ill to perform services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father Mollinger
Indiana
Troy Hill
Elizabetta Grier
Evansville
Ind
John Hicks
Mra
Grier
Robert Grier
Hill
Mr. Hick
Clarins Mollinger
JV. Walz
Terre Haute Railroad Company
Builders Exchange Discusses Headquarters Plans
A special Builders' Exchange meeting discussed raising funds for a proposed 200000 exchange building. Subscriptions approached 10000 with investors buying 50 shares each, while site and plans remained undeveloped. The group contemplates a shared 500000 city building if others join in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Builders’ Exchange
Exchange
Mip and Tuck Battle Roils New Jersey Delegates
P J Hageman of Newark says Blaine holds the call in New Jersey and the fight for delegates will be heated between Sewell and Paetoe. Paetoe supports Blaine while Sewell backs Harrison’s renomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mip and Tuck
New Jersey
P.J. Hageman
Newark
N. J
Lackawanna Live Stock Express Company
Union Station
Blaine
Sewell
William Walter Paetoe
Senate
Harrison
Extra Precautions Guard City Stores This Christmas
Police increase presence during holiday rush with ten plainclothes special officers in downtown stores to curb shoplifting. Two women, Mrs. Margaret Cransher and Miss Sarah Condon, were arrested at Joseph Horne & Co. for stealing seven yards of fabric, with the pattern found in Cransher's jacket. The public eyes the crowds as Christmas shopping begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watcr
Joseph Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
Richardson
Central Station
Margaret Cransher
Sarah Condon
No. 20
Beaver Avenue
Allegheny
Hugus & Hacke
Leom
Pope faces uncertain health as cardinals prep succession
Father D W Carrigan of St Paul and companions Alfred Becker and Henry Loughman Windom Minnesota visited the Pope after a Europe trip. Carrigan says the Pope may not live long and struggles with nourishment. Cardin als Monaco and Parocchi are mentioned as leaders. Parocchi is viewed as dangerous for backing force to recover confiscated church property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. W. Carrigan
St. Paul
Alfred Becker
Henry Loughman
Windom
Mion
Europe
Carrigan
Monaco
Parocchi
Victor Emanuel
Burglarizes Kensington Depot No Cash Recovered
The Kensington A V BR E depot was burglarized Tuesday night by prying a window. The agent Miss Keating had moved the money to her home, so burglars found no cash. A trunk left in the depot was opened and contents strewn about. There is no clue to the culprit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kensington A
Exposition of elegance in dress goods and silks
Purses, handkerchiefs, ribbons and neckwear offered from ten cents to fine goods. Ladies and gents handkerchiefs, embroidered silk and cambric items showcased with proven materials and makes. Dress goods and silk departments present a wide variety of quality fabrics.
New York Chicago Fast Mail Train to Serve Next Sunday
A fast mail train between New York and Chicago will debut on the Pennsylvanian line next Sunday arriving at 9 10 P M as the first section of the limited. The postal business growth prompts expansion of service. Also advertised are holiday goods including Fall Dress Goods at Harpy Hiyes Jewelers Florida Oranges and a range of undergarments from Campbell Sons with silver cake stands promoted as Christmas gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Chicago
Pennsylvania Road
Ook
New York City
Union
Pennsylvania
Variety of cabinets and accessories for music rooms
An assortment of rosewood, tognay, walnut and other wood cabinets to hold bound volumes and sheet music. Advertisements promote piano and organ cabinets at low prices from Merion & Horne, Harpy & Harris, E. P. Roberts & Sons, Jos. Horne & Co., and others. Also featured are Mackintosh coats, holiday handkerchiefs, and decorative dress goods from multiple Pittsburgh stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merion & Horne
Palace of Music
Fifth Avenue
Last Week Bonanza on Suede Gloves and Mittens Sale
Special mention to attract buyers as seven days remain in the sale. Partial list includes button length Suede Mousquetaires from $1 to $2 per pair, Suede Kid and French Kid gloves from $1 to $1.65, Foster suede Mousquetaires at $7, and Misses gloves and mittens priced attractively across colors.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mila
Ficht
Conn
Mrs. Whitehouse
Harrisburg
Brennen
Democratic Committee
A. J. Barr
D. J. Bowie
T. D. Casey
Herman Handell
Ed S.kennedy
W. J. Brennen
Brenner
Police
Dore
John Files
State Department
Distillers
Marshall
Hog Island
Governor Church
Gallinger
Mollinger
A. Williams
Federation of Labor
Victor Williams
Printers’ Organization
Phillips’ Glass Works
Phillips & Co
South Nineteenth Street
Pitansona
National Association
Joe Baker
Joseph Baker
J. D. Nichols
Second Avenue
Ross Street
Nichols
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Baker
Captain Wishart
Diamond Street
Biber & Easton
Harpy & Hiyes
City Hall
Florida
E. Maginn
Liberty Street
Federal Street
Cammpbell& Sons
Jos, Horse & Co
K. Swit
Smithfield and
Liberty
Jos. BreamBar ™ & Co
America
Bocus & Bull
Aufrecht
Arbuckles & Co
Housay
Ptames H. Aiken & Co
Tissa
Harpy & Warris’, Jewelers
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Fifth Avenue and
Market Street
Jos. Horne & Co
Carmens, & Sons
Jos
Haupy & Hayes
THE
Dispatch
Federal ST
U.and
Ulrich & Spencer
Pena
Ders
Bto. W. V. Dermitt & CO
Grant Street
Horne & Gos
Abbott & Carlisle
Abbott, Alexander
Trefousse
Laptrs
CampRen
Penn Ave
Axminster
Moquette
Gobelin
Gobelins
Axminsters
Edward
Groetzinger
Tinis
Cne
Dartlrey
Anges and Brotleirs J
Bartle
Wood Streat Pitsburg, Pa
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