Impossible to Give All Seats Says Duquesne President
C L Magee, president of the Duquese traction road, argues seating limits on street cars reflect rider behavior. He cites Paris bus practice and notes Americans crowd cars, making additional cars ineffective. Philadelphia traction plans double decked cars as trial, with Market Street car to feature a Pullman unit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Magee
Duquese Traction Road
Pittsburg
Paris
Mr. Magee
Philadelphia
P. A. B. Widener
Philadelphia Traction Company
Pullman Company
Market Street
Dr. Tremens
Berlin
Clark Fights for Guffey in Pittsburg Democratic Clash
In Pittsburg a bitter Democratic contest unfolds over state and national committee seats. Jiles, Clark, and Guffey are central figures with Clark signaling support for Guffey if elected to the national committee. Jiles campaigns hard for his own election. Sullivan and Koehler emerge as likely Allegheny national delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Committee
Anti-Files Democrats
Pittsburg
James Clark
Tiles
State Central Committee
Guffey
National Democratic Committee
Clark
Harrity
National Committee
Jiles
J. M. Guffey
George Fleming
Pittsboro
Guffeys
Mr. Guffer
W. L. Scott
John Sullivan
George Koehler
Allegheny
Boston Hosts Han Fan Tan Tale From Pittsburg Visitor
Hon Harry Hall returned from a lecture tour in New England and related how in Boston he encountered a Puritan family unfamiliar with fan tan and its chips. He recalled a bean substitution after he finished playing, noting Boston’s folks know beans as a substitute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Hall
Pittsburg
New England States
Hall
Boston
Tan Tan
Mr. Hall
Prices for cab rides set by public safety sub committee
The sub committee of the Committee on Public Safety met to review a cab fare ordinance. Representatives from Standard Cab Company and Pittsburg Transfer Company attended. The ordinance sets daytime fares at 1 per hour for one passenger and 1.50 per hour at night, with add ons for distance and limited exceptions. Bridge tolls are to be paid by the mger. The proposal was recommended to the general committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Committee On Public Safety
Standard Cab Company
Pittsburg Transfer Company
Pittsboro
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Pittsburg
Virginia
Charleston
Mger
General Committee
Death by Self Inflicted Wound Near Glenshaw
Coroner notified that John Schilling aged about 80 living with his daughter Mrs Meyers at Glenshaw attempted suicide by cutting his throat with a razor. He survived initial wounds and was expected to die. he has long been demented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDowell
John Schilling
Meyers
Glenshaw
Schilling
City Firemen to Be Sworn as Special Policemen
Chief Brown orders all city firemen sworn in as special policemen with potential draft duty on special occasions. Each fireman after the first of the war will wear a police badge and have authority to make arrests. Last night a man fled with flour and canned fruit from a grocery delivery in Mulberry alley. the thief remains at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown
Diuty
Atresia
John Karn
Penn Avenue
Mulberry Alley
Wagons Unattended Spark Traction Car Wrecks
Several accidents yesterday stemmed from unhitched horses left standing on city streets. A Citizens line car struck a Phoenix brewery wagon at Thirtieth and Penn, injuring six, as drivers were inside a saloon. Police urge strict enforcement of the ordinance requiring someone in charge of stationary teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thirtieth Street
Weir
Butler Street
Citizens’ Line
Marooney's
Penn Avenue
Phoenix Brewery
G. W. Jenkins
Benjamin Wise
Butler
Abner Edward
Edward Howe
James Benz
Glass House Fire Damages Thmsen Company Plant
Gas explosion sparked a blaze at the Thmsen Company's Southside glass works last night causing 5 000 to 7 000 dollars in damage. Chief Stewart's prompt response saved nearby benz Bros planing mill and Oliver Iron and Steel Co facilities. 100 by 100 foot building housed furnaces and a gas producer. About 75 workers lose work temporarily while rebuilding planned next week. Also notes a Christmas dinner for Newsboys Home and a tree lighting in the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thmsen Company
Stewart
Benz Bros’ Planing Mill
Oliver Iron and Steel Company
Hahn
Christmas Club Ball Supports Sixth Ward Council Candidate
The Christmas Club in Pittsburg hosted a ball at Neesne last night to back Phile Flinn and Jeansen as candidates for the Sixth ward council seats. Local organization’s event aimed to boost the ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Nawonet
Phile Flinn Y Jeansen
Feast of Dedication Observed Worldwide Beginning Sunday
The Feast of Dedication or Lights will be observed by Hebrews worldwide for eight days starting Sunday evening. It recalls Judas Maccabeus and the rededication of the Holy Temple after Antiochus Epiphanes, with lights lit on Kislev 25 and subsequent evenings.
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Pentateuchal
Corctophenes
Siste
Judea
Antiochus Epiphanes
Modin
Mattathias
Johanan
Simon
Judas
Eleazar
Jonathan
Joey
Maccabeus
Telemee
Gorgias
Nicanor
Lysias
Antiochus
Holy
Kislev
Israel
Diphtheria Claims Questioned By Local Physician
Dr J H Hieber challenges Bureau of Health figures and exposes suspected knavery among some doctors who exaggerate throat infections as diphtheria to generate fees. He notes fewer true diphtheria cases now than in December ten years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittebarg
Bureau of Health
J. H. Hieber
Death of John M. P. McGuire on Railroad Tracks
John M. P. McGuire, 55, of 2219 Carey alley, Southside, was struck and killed by a locomotive on the Pittsburg Virginia and Charleston Railroad at South Twenty fourth street at 6 20 last evening. He was crossing the tracks and did not notice the approaching engine. His body was moved to the morgue and an inquest will be held today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. P. McGuire
Carey Alley
Southside
Pittsburg
Virginia
Charleston
South Twenty-fourth Street
Tales of Two Cities and Local News Highlights
A Pittsburg trade note praises a bronze lock match box weight by Brittan Graham and Mathes. The Columbia Fire Company of Allegheny received gifts of Bulwer and Lever works and an encyclopedia. Benjamin Wise suffered injuries on the Penn avenue line but was expected to recover and leave hospital today. Christmas Eve brought no arrests in several Pittsburgh police districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock and Novelty
Messrs Brittan, Graham & Mathes
Matenes
Pittsburg
Columbia Fire Company
Allegheny
Bulwer
Charles Lever
Penn Avenue
Benjamin Wise
West Penn Hospital
Hazelwood
Accused Malone Held on Assault Charge After Ditch Incident
William Moxror of Bedford Avenue filed an assault complaint against Patrick Malone with Alder man Richards. Malone allegedly struck Moxror on Brady Street after a ditch digging incident. Malone arrested and held on 909 bail for tomorrow’s hearing. Mawre Ware, recaptured fugitive, was tried and sentenced by Magis Pop to six more years. Gallinger, Jeweler, at 1200 Penn Avenue remains open for business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willliam Moxror
Bedford Avenue
Richards
Patrick Malone
Monroe
Malone
Diggs
Brady Street
Caorel
Mawre Ware
Magis- Pop
Death and Knife Attack Shock City Neighborhood
William Scott, a 27 year old hodcarrier, was fatally stabbed last evening by William Capton alias Capton, 23, in front of their Crawford Street homes during a dispute over wives. Scott was taken to the Homeopathic Hospital and is not expected to live. Capton was arrested at Fulton and Franklin Streets and jailed. The case echoes the death of John Laffey, 43, found on Second Avenue with signs of foul play. an inquest is set for tomorrow morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Scott
William Monroe
Capton
Scott
Crawford Street
Elmer
Homeopathic
Fulton
Franklin Streets
Eleventh Ward
John Laffey
Manor Street
Southside
Laffey
Second Avenue
Brady Street
Fourteenth Ward
Six Mile Ferry
Albion Council split over Murphy probe plan
Allegheny Council factions clash over a five member investigating committee for Chief Murphy. The Auditing Committee denies reliance on the five member panel while preparing to press licensing and gambling tribute charges, with action possibly shifted to Mr Elphinstone or outside parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Select Council
Common Branch
Murphy
Allegheny Common Council
Select Council
Common Council
Henricks
Committee of Five
Mr. Henri
Elphinstone
Chief Murphy
Boy Adrift Seeks Morganza After Escaping Adoption Home
Oliver Wilson, a 10 year old adopted by Mr and Mrs Scarborough of Robinson township, ran away before last. Guardians fear for his safety as the trail to McKee's Rocks was lost. The boy admires a brother in Morganza and carries a large butcher knife on his fugitive bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver Wilson
James Scarborough
Robinson Township
Mr. Scarborough
McKee
Morganza
Vlad
Portrait Tribute To Superintendent Hunter At Home
The Allegheny Light Works honored Superintendent Hunter with a crayon portrait presented at his Ridge Avenue residence. Harry Shaffnit delivered the presentation speech as the artwork was praised for its quality and framing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunter
Allegheny Light Works
Ridge Avenue
Harry Shaffnit
Cent-a-word increase prompts reader to peruse columns
A note urges readers to read and use the columns, claiming better evidence will show their real popularity. It stresses not to fail in reading them and promises ample payoff for perusal.
Woman with basket arrested for shoplifting at Horne's store
Annie Moen of Fortieth street was arrested for stealing beads and other items from multiple counters at Horne's store after being watched by Special Officer Thomas Richards. A second suspect, C J Burnett, was also taken into custody at Fleischmann’s. Superintendent Weir praises low theft levels during the holiday rush, noting vigilant officers and few professional thieves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Moen
Fortieth Street
Horne's
Thomas Richards
Central Station
C. J. Burnett
Fleischmann
Market Street
Mannion
Burnett
Lawrenceville
Weir
Pittsburg
Knotty Affair Flounders as Miscast Variety Show
At the Alvin Theater last night a poorly arranged program titled A Knotty Affair failed to form a coherent plot with a string of good Specialty acts. John E. Rice and the team Ross and Fenton delivered mixed results while Blossom impressed with high kicking but the weak orchestra spoiled many numbers. The show ended with a sympathetic audience and an amorous Portuguese nobleman standout. Meanwhile at the Duquesne Theater Stuart Robson and his company presented The Henrietta with Robson again as Bertie to strong applause and Mrs Robson charming as the widow, aided by magnificent scenery and drawing rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alvin Theater
John E. Rice
Charles J. Ross
Mabel Fenton
Blossom
Mr. Rice
Ross
Fenton
Stuart Robson
Bobby Gaylor
George W. Barnum
Muss Tonemny
Proctor Knott
Henrietta
Duquesne Theater
Robson
Bertie
the Lamb
Printers Strike Officials Deny Imminent Break
Report circulated that married strikers would return to work Monday breaking the long printers strike. Union chairman William Wetzel refutes the fabrication and says funds cover rent arrears and aid strikers. He notes employers pressuring via real estate agents, but asserts no break is near and several men have returned home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Printers’ Union
William Wetzel
Printers Executive Committee
Retail liquor dealers vow to fight Pittsburg clubs
Representatives of Pittsburgh clubs refused comment but pledged to resist saloonkeepers' bid to abolish clubs, arguing clubs operate within the law and deserve protection under it. Dealers say they will test the law and aim to sweep out all unlicensed venues, insisting liquor laws be enforced equally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Duquesne Club
James Pratt
Smithfield Street
Cubs
Transfer of Revenue Cutters to Navy Urged
At a Boston Chamber of Commerce meeting on December 24 resolutions were adopted urging Congress to pass a bill transferring the revenue cutter service from the Treasury Department to the Navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Chamber of Commerce
Revenue Cutter Service of
United States
Treasury Department
Navy
Holiday Excursion Rates From December 1891 to January 1892
Holiday excursion tickets go on sale December 24 26 and 31 1891 and January 1 1892 for round trips between all stations on the P McK and Belleville divisions. Excursion fares also apply to Cleveland Erie and principal points on the Lake Shore and New York Pacific and Ohio lines. Return validity extends to January 4 inclusive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P, McK
Bellevennon
Cleveland
Erie
Lake Shore
N. Y
Horses Arrive at Anaheim Live Beach Stables in Pittsburg
A shipment of braught and general use horses arrived at the Anaheim Live Beach Company stables No 52 Second Avenue Pittsburg Pa. The batch includes matched teams weighing 3200 to 3700 pounds and fine carriage teams. Arnheim Live Stock Company offers these steeds at lower prices than rivals and also features a mule yard with suitable draught and mining mules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anaheim Live Beach Company, Limited
Second Avenue
Pittsburg
Piano and Organ Holiday Trade Sets New Records
Our holiday trade in pianos and organs has been larger than ever before with strong sales of Kranich & Bach Emerson Stultz Bauer James M Starr Co and C H Stone Co pianos. The note thanks customers for patronage and wishes a Merry Christmas from Lecuyer Schoenberger 69 Fifth Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kranich & Bach
Emerson
Stultz & Bauer
James M. Starr & Co
C. H. Stone & Co
Lecuyer & Schoenberger
Fifth Avenue
Hucus and Hackle Bar Sale Reports Strong Week
Last week's Wonderful Bar gains topped expectations as limited stock before a stock-taking period spurred purchases. Strong demand highlighted by customers grabbing items quickly.
Dress Goods Sale at Marked-Down Prices in City Store
All dress goods now at marked-down prices in a large display. Serge and cloth, embroidered and Astra khan trimmed dress patterns valued at 15 to 30 dollars are priced from 8 to 15 dollars each.
Lace Curtains Odd Lots Close at Half Price
Odd lots of lace curtains in two three and four pair quantities offered to close quickly at about half actual values with varied weaves and qualities.
Handsome Chenille Portieres at Uniform Low Price
Newest designs and finest assortments of chenille portieres offered at a uniform price per pair. Best value cited in the display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chenille
One Solitary Passenger On West-Bound Limited
The West Bound Limited arriving at Union Station from the East had a single passenger aboard a typewriter sat reading a novel. Colored maids with white caps lounged about while porters complained of an unusually dull trip saying they had not smelled a cigar all trip. Three or four Pittsburgh passengers were on board the train before it departed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York and Chicago Limited
Union Station
Pittsburg
Prise Fighter Denman Held For Court Hearing
Alexander Denman, named as a leader in last Sunday night’s rixe attempt, appeared before Dag Strate MekKenna yesterday and was held to $500 for trial at court, B. and B. The item notes the paper’s planned full write up later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Denman
Dagstrate MekKenna
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Boston Beaws
Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh
Wier Tella
Thirty-ninth
Butler Streets
Lucian Wilson
Georges Headly
Twenty-eighth Street
West Penn Hospitat
Duquesne
Newsboys
Messrs. W. R. Thompson
Charles Lockhart
James [. Buchanan
E. A. Kettmiller
James D. B. Meeds
Marvin
James W
J. P. Hannah
Tales OF
Gallinger
Horne
Pittsburg and
Lake Erie
Easlbroad CO
Hucus & Hackle
Fifth Ave
Market St
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Poe
Bunl
Joseph Brown
Sandusky Street
JOS. Horne & Go.’S
Penn Avenue Stores
JOS. Horne & CO
Penn Ave
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