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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1892
Page
5
Officials vow careful inquiry into a series of sudden and unnatural deaths linked to Homestead. The speaker aims to determine the cause and obtain reliable, definite knowledge about the poisoning matter.
The inquest into Louis Szinger's death at Allegheny General Hospital opened with testimony from Dr. W J Walker and Dr. Corbus noting severe diarrhea lung infection and autopsy findings of dysentery ulcers and abdominal perforation. They discussed possible poisons though autopsy indicated ulcerative disease rather than a toxic cause. Captain Hunt pledged to report findings by December 30 as Coroner McDowell observed Szinger's extreme emaciation and mystery surrounding his death.
Reports claim Squire William Jackson of Browns Town died after suspected poisoning at Homestead. John Brown of New Florence and Harry Rogers of Nineveh are said to have fallen ill and died in the same manner. Families allege many workers were secretly sent away as unions strained, with deaths linked to the strike period.
George H. Woodfalk, a waiter at the Central Hotel, testifies about his time as second cook in restaurant No 7 from August 31 to September. He reports a severe illness in late September, quitting work on September 20, with symptoms resembling other cases linked to the strike period and poisoning rumors.
Pinkerton detectives collect testimonies from Crafton workers about illness at the Homestead mill. Hugh Kennedy recalls initial health decline, ineffective medicines, weight loss, and repeated sickness among his son and fellow carpenters. Doctors rate the cases as extraordinary and suggest poisoned coffee or contaminated food as possible causes.
Foster, hospital steward at the Homestead mill, recalls starting in August and falling ill by mid September. He notes many patients suffered from a foul coffee taste blamed on chicory or other substitutes, widespread complaints, and high daily hospital cases. He mentions doctors debating causes but no conclusions.
Patrick Gallagher and J M Davidson were arrested after a Harassment case linked to the Homestead poisoning scheme. Davidson posted 5000 bail through Carnegie official John Molemphy and was released, while Gallagher remained jailed. Grand jury expected to return true bills today.
Firefighter Hook 7:30 pm alerted police to a man grabbing 14 year old Ide Ward on Sixth Avenue near Grant Street in a park alley. The suspect George Rowand 37 of 115 Howard Street Alc hery was captured and taken to Central Station for processing. Ward agreed to testify the next morning.
Detective Charles Egan brought requisition papers for John Powers, arrested last week in this city by Detective Coulson. Powers, formerly employed by W. H. Huntley of Waterbury, allegedly stole 2183 in cash and embezzled 450 on a negotiable check on October 29 and has been drifting about the country. Detective Evan will return home with Powers this morning.
Lechner and Schoenberger at 69 Fifth Avenue offer a holiday stock of magnificent pianos in walnut oak rosen and ebonized finishes. Visit before purchasing elsewhere. Store open every night until Christmas with easy payments available.
Small ads list stores and products including dried fruits, candies, tree ornaments, and gifts. Madsy’s and INER Bros. promote groceries at Liberty and Federal streets in Allegheny. Beech Street wholesale candy offers Sabbath school items and evening hours. Penn Avenue stores highlight Christmas assortments and prolonged hours to avoid crowds.
The piece details legislative jockeying for Clerkship and Speaker in Harrisburg. Sam B. Cochrane and Jere B. Rex pursue key posts, with Fetterall favored for Resident Clerkship. Dick Quay and Sam Stewart figure in the speaker race as Baker and Voorhees navigation unfolds. many lawmakers await the caucus outcome.
The Twenty-ninth ward Republicans met to nominate officers for the coming primary. The crowd heard Inspector Kelly preside and George Husband as secretary. They endorsed the city administration and pledged support for regular nominees and listed candidates for school directors ward assessor judges of election inspectors and election assessors.
The meeting chaired by Charles Lang and with Daniel Ward as Secretary nominated two School Directors M. J. Hines and James Caulfield Sr. Alderman Patrick Barrett was named. A resolution endorsed Magistrate B. McKenna for Mayor.
Chaos in city politics continues with leaders from both parties conferring and pressing for delegates. Rumors link McCandless to a mayoral bid while others hesitate or reject instructed pledges. Mayor Gourley may consider Controller after a party visit. Fleming remains unwilling. discussions also touch on a City Treasurer candidacy at the German National Bank.
The Young Men's Republican Tariff Club met to nominate officers for next year led by President W H McCleary. New officers included Vincent Stevens First Vice President and D K McGunnegle Second Vice President with a full slate of secretaries and directors. An evening of music and supper followed under McCleary and the board, featuring F Harris Charles Pitfield John McCloskey and William Finnerty.
Republicans push Kennedy or Tyler for the mayoral nomination amid active campaigning. Democrats lean toward Alex Wilson with no other names likely at the City Committee meeting next Tuesday. Robert Sean withdraws candidacy.
Members of the Amalgamated Association from New Castle faced scrutiny over actions at Beaver Falls as vacancies opened during a strike. A three member committee said some men worked without lodge consent and were not current members, acknowledging poor conduct and lack of lodge approval.
The Western Pennsylvania Engineers' Society held a meeting at the Academy of Science. Eleven new members were elected. Officers for 1898 were nominated: President M. J Becker, Vice President Thomas H Johnston, Directors Walter Koch and Emil Swennon, Secretary HN Clark, Treasurer A E Frost. The banquet is set for January 26 at 7 30 p m at the Descomsser. By-law amendments raise initiation to 5 and annual dues to 7 dollars. The evening's paper by Coffin Jr on cubic to eat Ieee and related materials was read in his absence by W L Leslie.
A Baltimore pickpocket posing as a shopper was arrested on Market Street after soliciting with detectives. Detected while casing purses, he was then identified as Charles Smith from Baltimore and wanted for robbery. Police also detained three suspected strangers on Sixth Street amid holiday crowds.
The Ninth Regiment Pennsylvania Reserve Association met at Union Veteran Legion Hall last night and elected officers for the ensuing year. J. K. Barbour was named President, Levi B. Richard Secretary, and McIlwain Treasurer. Barbour begins his tenth term, while Richard and McIlwain start their third terms. Executive Committee members include Alexander Murdock, Pred Fisher, Joseph G. Beal, George Finnale, William Humphries, Clark Stockdale, William Hunter, John Hurrell, and Fred Golmer representing Companies A through I and K.
A special meeting of the Ladies Aid Society discussed Mr. H E Lenz proposed play for hospital funds and declined it to favor other charities. Trustees must resolve the conflict after Mr Schutte sold adjoining land for a noisy sawmill, endangering hospital use of the lot.
Edward L. Rose of Wheeling, president of the Victor Oil Company, announced the purchase of oil privileges on 628 acres in the Sistersville field from Independent Oil Company for 49000 dollars. The deal adds 1400 acres of unbroken land with one producing well and two wells being drilled, giving the Victor company practical control of the Sistersville district.
Asm F Sipe advertises the largest assortment of diamonds in Pittsburg at the most moderate prices. Diamonds available for whole or retail cash or credit at Dis patch building corner Swiftfield and Diamond streets.
Are you on a committee to purchase candy for a Christmas treat Come and see my prices and inspect the goods before ordering All grades in any quantity and all my Own Digitoleacture and strictly pure MaGryx a 913 and 915 Liberty street clsy a Federal street Allegheny The People's Store Fifth Avenue Entire store open wee evening ampait Tice
Upholstery department offers special values this week with holiday gifts in eider down comforts blankets lace curtains portieres fancy cushions brass and iron bedsteads antique oak screens umbrella stands stools and music portfolios. A magnificent assortment of drapery silks plain and figured in all desirable colorings 32 in wide sold at a yard.
Washburn mandolins and guitars Elepers specialty banjos Higham cornets and fine old violins Mermod music boxes and vocal and instrumental follos available at H. Kleber & Bro s Wood street Store open every evening
The Washburn line including mandolins and guitars is sold exclusively at H. Kleber & Bros, 06 Wood Street. Beware of imitations misrepresented as genuine Washburns. Kleber Bros claim exclusive agency and full stock. Also offered are guitars and banjos from three dollars upward and other goods from 913 and 015 Liberty Street.
Every evening this week the store sees peak crowds as preparations for Christmas morning unfold. Early birds should shop before 6 am to beat crowds, while evening shoppers between 5 pm and 9 pm also find full service. The store remains open nightly through Christmas and promises complete stocks.
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