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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1889
Page
5
A 19th century reflection on a West Africa eclipse expedition with Prof Todd and four scientists. The piece notes limited time for naturalists to collect and commemorates fallen comrades, linking scientific effort to sacrifice and national memory.
Lieutenant James M. Lysle leads a post 128 G A R service at Arch Street M E Church Allegheny in memory of six comrades who died this year. Flags and crepe decorate the chairs as taps and dirges mark the tribute with Department Commander Thomas J. Stewart delivering the address.
Louis Allen a former showman of this city lies dying at his home on The Pensacola. He has been ill for two years after organizing a lodge in East Liberty. No recovery is expected and his condition is described as critical.
Roughers and catchers in Southside mills held a meeting in Imperial Hall to discuss wages. They reportedly seek higher earnings with a possible plan to align with Amalgamated Association scales. Martin of the union urged workers to confer privately and submit proposals for the annual program.
The East End branch of the W C T U celebrated the crusade anniversary at their Frankstown avenue hall yesterday afternoon. Mrs presided and led, Mrs North spoke, and organ readings from Mother Thompson’s edition of the crusade were shared. Mrs Reed read a contribution from Miss Frances Willard as Rev W Renagan of Park Ave offered remarks.
Fallston and New Brighton firms including W P Townsend & Co and M Darragh machine shops rely on river access. locals urge state aid for a canal to lower freight costs, boost tonnage, and aid iron, glass, lumber, and brick trades while proposing joint state and national funding.
Two Livingston county boys aged 13 and 14, Hugh Lawson and Lewis Keeabler, fought during recess near Romey and a pistol-like blow to Keeabler’s neck caused a fatal wound. Lawson was jailed in Smithland, Kentucky.
A local merchant markets coats and suits as ideal Christmas gifts for men and boys. The ad claims shirts, overcoats, and wool cloth offer full value, with minimal profit and better warmth, while avoiding unnecessary luxury items. It contrasts with costly items like clocks and emphasizes quality and affordable price.
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