Magee confident on night car expansion and unions
Magee insists the night car experiment is a success and will continue, with plans to add cars as needed. He says employees are chosen for merit regardless of religion or political ties and supports union membership though cites mixed experiences with Elkins-Widener interests and a disputed Duquesne strike. The mayor's decision on a Fifth avenue Wilkinsburg link ordinance remains pending amid partial work and cost concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magee
Duquesne
Elkins-Widener
Fifth Avenue
Duaquesne
L. A. Kaufman
John Erry
Elkins
K. of L. Assembly
District Assembly
George McFarlane
John Irwin
Trewin
Leengthen
Trwin
Death of Napoleon Le Grande in Oakdale Inquest
Coroner McDowell orders post mortem as inquest continues into Napoleon Le Grande a French miner who died after a tavern brawl at Tess's Run near Oakdale He fell ill Monday and died Wednesday with typhoid cited by AC Stevenson However authorities pursue a suspect son of Angust Lam bee and plan his arrest today
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDowell
Squire Robb
Oakdale
Napoleon le Geude
le Grande
Angust Lamber
Tess
le Gande
Lambee
AC Stevenson
Seaire Robb
Lanbee
Epworth League Quarterly Held in Pittsburg District
The Epworth League quarterly convention met at Timngham Street M E Church with Dr. Eaton presiding. Reports showed several new leagues formed and membership growing as commization was planned for winter. Rev C W Sicth and Rev W F Oldham spoke on youth work and church progress over five years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Pittsburg
Timngham Street
M. E
Eaton
C. W. Sicth
W. F. Oldham
State Fish Commissioner Heads to Washington for World’s Fair Exhibit
George H. Welshons travels to Washington to join the National Meh Commission in planning a combined exhibit of fish and game at the World’s Fair. He highlights Pennsylvania lakes and rivers for food fish and mountain streams for game fish. The Pennsylvania fish leaders will coordinate with the national display and seek presidential action on appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Welshons
Washington
State
National
Meh Commission
Welstons
Pennsylvania
Mennsylvania
Welshon Seys
Willa
Mining Institute to Convene at Court House Time
The Western Pennsylvania Central Mining Institute will appear this morning at 10 o'clock in the Court House. Secretary Seddon has invited a number of prominent people. An large and enthusiastic meeting is expected. Several papers will be read on mining fees their woes and abuses by Inspector Huck and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Pennsylvania Central Mining Institute
Court House
Seddon
Seversl
Huck
Coroners Jury Recommends Station Relocation After Inquest
The Coroner's Jury returned a verdict of accidental death in the Sewickley railroad tragedy involving Mary Connors on the Pittsburgh Fort Wayne and Chicago Railway. They urged the railroad to move the station to the south side of the track and replace the dangerous inadequate light at the current station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Connors
Pittebare
Ft. Wayne
Chicago
Coroner Recommendations Cut Traction Deaths Across Allegheny
Coroner McDowell urges safeguards on steam railways in Allegheny County noting over 200 railway deaths in 11 months. Bells on car axles guards at windows and cornermen reduced fatalities. emphasis on keeping children off streets and stricter crossing controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny County
Duquesne
Birmingham
Manchester
Pleasant Valley
Troy Hill
Woods’ Run
McDowell
Fatal Collision Verdict Clears Railroad Employees
A worker was killed when struck off a wagon in front of Bir Guam car No 2 and the inquest returned an accidental death verdict. Employees of the various roads were exonerated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bor
Two Women Nabbed in Sealskin Theft at Market Street
Mollie Camp alias Mollie Moran and May Miller alias Theresa Teets were arrested by Detective Bendel in Freishman’s store after two sealskin capes were grabbed by the pair. Camp, a longtime offender, was detained at Central station. Miller had ties to Tarentum resident Alexander Killen and previous police records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Killen
Mollie Moran
Mollie Camp
May Miller
Theresa Teets
Freishman’s
Market Street
Bendel
Cler
Central Station
O’mara
Horne
Allegheny
Tarentum
Rudert
Sanity Hearing In Woods Versus Woods Proceedings
A court session on the sanity of John Woods continued with Judge Fetterman and Commissioner McClay presiding. Witness Henry Schroth testified he rented John Woods's farm via Dr. McCormick and had no direct dealings with Woods. The case paused due to weather and health concerns, with the next meeting set at Dr. McCormick's Mt. Washington residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Woods
John Woods
McClay
Fetterman
Messers
J. S. Ferguson
K. Q. Bigham
N. W. Shafer
Dr. McCormick
Mt. Washington
Henry Schroth
Bethel Township
Schroth
McCormick
Ferguson
Woods
Magistrates for Allegheny Move Toward City Appointments
In Allegheny an effort to have Mayor Wyman appoint police magistrates is advancing. The pay issue rests with Councils, while magistrates might sue for salaries. Alderman Brinker aims for appointment, trusting future compensation. McKelvy likely center city pick. Brann also expected to aid. Northside could see competition if the plan spreads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Wyman
Providence
Brinker
Lower Allegheny
Glass makers hold regular meeting in hotel
The plate and window glass manufacturers of the United States met at the Hotel Anderson to reaffirm current prices and report a satisfactory trade. Attendees included J. W. Crouse, A. M. Howard, E. L. Ford, Edward Ford, W. D. Keys, M. T. Clouse, M. R. Williams, and J. G. Beemer. Keys noted a tin plate mill under construction at Elwood Indiana and predicted production before the next presidential campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Anderson
J. W. Crouse
Akron
Charleroi Company
A. M. Howard
Art Plate Glass Company
Duquesne
E. L
Edward Ford
Pittsburg Plate Glass Company
W. D. Keys
New Albany, Tuil, Glass Company
M. T. Clouse
Kokomo
Oil Fields of Western Pennsylvania and Chartiers Valley Discussed
The Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania met in Carnegie Hall with Daniel Johnston presiding. James W. Drape read on The Oil Fields of Western Pennsylvania, praising their development and capacity, while Rev. M D Lichliter spoke on Chartiers Valley Its Characters and Landmarks. Jennie Lamning and James McKean elected as members. An obituary note for W Miller was offered. Gallinger Jeweler advertises at 1200 Penn Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Historical Society of Western
Peter Chartiers
Chartiers
Schartiers
Jennie Lamning
James §. McKean
W. Miller
Graham urged for legislature run without his consent
Friends of James L. Graham of Allegheny organize to back his re election to the legislature despite his withdrawal. Ex Councilman Hartman of Woods Run leads the effort arguing it would be unfair to retire Graham and that Allegheny will ensure his election without his pledge to any candidate. Graham is praised as a strong Harrisburg representative and "Father of the House."
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James L. Graham
Allegheny
Graham
Hartman
Woods
Senator Graham
Harrisburg
United States
Texans Discuss Mills Defeat and Possible US Mexico Alliance
A party of five Texas veterans headed for New York hinted Mills should lead the House majority and seek the Ways and Means chair. Dr Beattie, speaking for the group, also speculated Diaz may pursue a union with the United States soon based on a recent Mexican president’s remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. D. Bruce
Henry V. Beattie
Warner Battie
Austin
Tex
Duncan A. McPherson
San Jacinto
New York
Scotch Presbyterian Academy
New York City
Cameron
Union Station
Pittsburg
Dr. Beattie
Texas
Mills
House of Representatives
Ways and Means
Beattie
Diaz
Mxico
Mexico
United States
Gavle
Candidates Rally at Court House as Campaign Hub
A politician notes the Court House as the center of politics with constables jurors and district leaders playing key roles. He argues candidates can campaign effectively there rather than touring every voting district, calling the Court House an inexpensive and dominant arena for outreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
There'll Be More Of Them Another Candidate To Fight John Jiles
In Pittsburg John Jiles denies being the administration’s candidate for re election to the State Central Committee. He says James Clark was backed by Larkin and O Leary and denies any pre election deal with Clark. Jiles laments being treated badly and predicts another candidate may emerge as J M Guffey seeks a friendly committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Jiles
Pittsburg
State Central Committee
James Clark
Messrs
Larkin
O'Leary
Clark
Jiles
J. M. Guffey
Mr. Guffey
Graham's Friends Confident in Ex-Recorder Succeeding
Washington advices show Miller and Case backers hopeful on the Collectorship, while Graham supporters push hard with Stone Cameron and Quay backing. A Washington telegraph notes rosy prospects for the ex-County Recorder as Allegheny Democrats prepare to revise rules under Brennen and organize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Miller
Case
Graham
County Recorder
Congressman Stone
Cameron
Quay
Local figures weigh bids in regional politics
Republican leaders in Fayette Green and Washington counties and part of Allegheny county seek Congress in the district. Dr. Foster, longtime Mansfield Valley activist, was in Pittsburg but would not discuss the topic. Michael Ennis, brother of ex-Jury Commissioner John Ennis, seeks a delegate seat to the Democratic State Convention in the Third Legislative district and backs positions supported by Larkin and O leary, a new political mix under discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fayette, Green
Washington
Allegheny County
Dr. Foster
Mansfield Valley
Pittsburg
Michael Ennis
John Ennis
Ennis
Messrs
Larkin
O'Leary
Homestead Man Arrested in Washington Threats Case
Thomas Henry Marston Hogg, known as Tommy Hogg from Homestead, worked as a bricklayer for Carnegie Phipps & Co. He was locked up in Washington for threatening President Harrison. Described as eccentric and potentially insane, he claimed "they are after me" and had a history of violent outbursts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hogg
Homestead
Washington
Harrison
Thomas Henry Marston Hogg
Tommy” Hogg
New York
Carnegie, Phipps & Co
Robert Young
The
Carnegie
England
McKee’s Rocks
Tle
the Dispatch
Young Greensburg Couple Finally Wed After Paper Delay
Benjamin F. Robribt and Louis E. Irwin, a Greensburg pair, sought marriage in Pittsburgh after hours of paper trouble. The license stalled from 11 AM to 4 PM due to a faulty certificate, with Captain Hieber skeptical. Rev. Dr. Douglass officiated in the Recorder's office, witnessed by Captain Hieber and a few onlookers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensburg
Benjamin F. Robright
Louis E. Irwin
Squire Wylie
Hieber
Pittsburg
Dr. Douglass
Recorder's
Artists to Boost Allegheny Gallery with Carnegie Hall Meeting
A movement to raise paintings for the Allegheny Art Gallery begins with a Tuesday meeting of artists at Carnegie Hall. A citizens committee will be formed to publicize donations. Chairman Dahlinger leads the Art Committee in active efforts to build a collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Art Gallery
Carnegie Hall
Citizens’ Committee
Apcon
Dahlinger
Art Committee
Leading Confectionery Firm E Maginn Moves to New Eight Story Block
E Maginn proprietor of Excelsior Cracker Works expands into new Liberty Street quarters Nos 015 and 915 in Pittsburgh. The eight story block features a stone front and ornate interior with brass chandeliers and electricity from a basement dynamo. The company serves Pennsylvania Ohio West Virginia and Maryland with confectionery crackers cakes and nuts and now plans to handle growing business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Maginn
Liberty Street
Excelsior Cracker Works
Pittsburg
Church Avenue
Federal Street
Allegheny
Maginn
Ohio
West Virginia
Maryland
Elegant Louis XV desks and inlaid decks sale
A variety of elegant mahogany desks in Louis XV style offered at moderate prices. Also a large stock of inlaid table decks with mother of pearl. Advertisements for watches, jewelry, and gifts from multiple Pittsburgh shops including Jos. Ercopatri & Co and Kingsbacher Bros with discounted prices for Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos
Ercopatri & Co
Fifth Avenue
Mayor Urges Early Department Reports for Next Year’s Appropriation
Mayor Gourley writes department chiefs urging reports be filed by tomorrow to avoid delays in the year’s appropriation ordinance. He aims to present the budget with his January message to Councils, ensuring council action by February. Chief Brown and Bigelow expect their reports soon, while pay day and January 31 year-end close complicate timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gourley
Conneils
Brown
Bigelow
Elliot
Haselo
Music and jewelry sale blitz at Klebers and associates
More than 40 pianos and many organs sold by H. Kleber & Viro at 506 Wood Street as Christmas gifts. The store touts cheap prices eight year guarantee and a busy showroom drawing buyers to Klebers. Also advertised are gents rings lockets scarf pins and gold filled watches at E. P. Roberts & Sons Fifth avenue and Market street and Kinksbacher Bros 516 Wood Street with evenings open Monday Wednesday Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reliable House
H. Kleber & Viro
Wood Street
Lebers
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Fifth Avenue
Market Street
Kinksbacher Bros
Inventory sale on French robes and drapery fabrics
French robes with braided and jet or feather trimmings reduced from 20 to 16 dollars and from 30 to 15 dollars. Remaining Exclusive Style High Novelty Dress Patterns cut to 20 dollars each. Black lace flouncings and drapery nets at low prices. Drapery silks 32 inch 250 pieces offered at a yard price.
Horne Co. Christmas Gifts and Everyday Use Items
Jos. Horne & Co. advertises a selection of Christmas gifts and practical daily use goods. Shoppers are invited to browse a range of items suitable for seasonal giving and home needs.
Blankets and Quilts Offerings in Wide Range
A local ad touts the largest assortment of blankets quilts and counterpanes. Prices span from $3 to $42 per pair with options from country made to Minnesotas and Californias. Comfort items start at $1 for cotton with real Eider down available from $4, plus snowy white counterpanes in various qualities.
Unrivaled Fur Sale Announces Large Stock and Low Prices
A prominent fur department promotes an extensive stock of medium to finest furs with bright lighting and generous showings. Prices for 18 inch caps range from 7 to 15 dollars with Alaska seal jackets priced from 105 to 215 dollars, and muffs starting at 1 dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaska
Clothing for All Seasons and Occasions
An advertisement touts a wide selection of garments including jackets plain and fur trimmed, long coats with or without capes, fur lined circulators for carriage wear, capes for evening or daily use, fichus and shawls, warm winter dresses, and handsome house gowns. Complete outfits for misses children and infants are offered.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Napoleon LE Grande
the Epworth League Quarterly
Peh
the Mining Institute
Tanger
Froskeur
Bernard Frankert
Instante
Maxwalr—Rosen Maxwell
Wee
McKeesport
RoLer
William Edler
Rebecca Street
PitLirs
Phenemue Valley
Rayrmond Phillips
Perrysvile Avenue
Gallaher
Patrick
Forbes Street
Duquesne Hane
Keoting Arena A. Darlin
Pittsbare
Pride Street
Guinox
Thomas Gribvon
High Street
Coxter
William Conley
Birmingham Cor Soll
Smithil
Fox
Jennie Fox
Duquesne Caro
Splane’s Court
Pittsburg Traction
Carrars
Central Traction
Wilson Gapiiain
Wilie Avenue
SoncrTse
Mary Schutter
Killeen Carson Street
Our
Allegheny Traction Company
Pitsbturg
Sixteenth Street
Gorpiss
William Golding
Smithfield Street
MacCormick
Kate McCormick
Tot
Fortes Street
Trest
Parker W. Trent
Gansg
John Gising
Wille
Traction
HuntzMan
Vincent Hetteman
Gand
MaLoney
Denis Maloney
Northside
Chartiers Valley
Historical Society
Gallinger
Penn Avenue
Congress
John Jules
Warmenstic
Committee On Revision
Brennen
Allerheny County
William Witherow
B. P. Jones
Pp. A
Jos. Horxn & Co
Kingsbacher Bros
Wool Street
Harpy & Hayes’, Jewelers
City Hall
Kingshbacher Kroes
K. Ssrr's
Smithfield and
Liberty
P.O Schoexeck & Sox
Flu
Lailes
Chiefs
Klebers
Fifth Ave
Mirket Stowe
RE. P. Roberts & Sons
Vinit Art Room
Delé-Uwr
Board of Viewers
Woodward
RK. J. Stoney, Jr
John P. Moore
James McHugh
Omega Street
JOS. Horne & Go.’S
FURS
JOS. Horne & CO
Dels
Penn Ave
Brella
Market ST
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