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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1890
Page
10
A countywide farmers event is proposed with state funding per institute. The article recounts a survey of farmers and comments on agricultural progress, moon superstition, and the need for better cultivation methods and depreciation of unfounded beliefs. Michael Strong is cited as a practical voice favoring soil improvement and timely planting over lunar influence.
The Finance Committee met with City Clerk Sheppard as clerk while Controller Morrow signed warrants rapidly. A sub-committee was formed to handle the appropriation ordinance. A claim by J Campbell for $300 damages over a horse death in Penn Avenue was referred to the City Attorney. An ordinance to raise the clerk of the City Property Bureau and markets salary from 1200 to 1500 was recommended.
The inquest on John Bond who died at Mercy Hospital from brain inflammation concluded with the committal of Louis Wagner for warder after he struck Bond with a hammer. Death from exhaustion and heart failure was the verdict for Mrs Justina Melsher and Mr Schleep, victims of a gas explosion in Ash alley. The boy found dead near Braddock on the Pemickey Railroad was identified as Thomas Clark’s son, 13, with a certain verdict. Daniel Manning who died at West Penn Hospital was ruled an accidental death. Manning appeared Wednesday on Fourth-sight street.
William Henning of Sorg and Henning took charge of the bank books yesterday replacing Herman Sorg Jr who is gone. There are no depositors with uncalled for balances.
Arthur L. Swift informed Postmaster McKean at 9 am of his decision to become cashier at the Pittsburg post office with a $2,500 annual salary after July 1 and an assistant cashier to be added. The move follows ten years as secretary to a Chamber of Commerce leader. Swift’s bond stands at $25,000. Colonel Moody is considering an offer for Assistant Postmaster. Inspectors Griges and Holmes left for Washington to report on transfers and staffing.
A YM C A special meeting in Association Hall on Seventh Street explored the home mission extension work. Rev. S A Tageart outlined state and international committees aiding small associations, with Mexico likely to gain chapters. Attendees pledged 300 dollars in 30 minutes. H K Porter praised the effort.
The Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad officials visited the new McKeesport and Bellevennon Railway with Lake Shore Michigan Southern and Lake Erie Western officers to study the consolidated freight system and set required rates. They also considered building along the east Monongahela to Morgantown to connect with a West Virginia line from Fairmont, aiding Pittsburgh timber and mineral regions.
Charles Berger died at Southside Hospital after being found insensible in a Southside tunnel last week. He could not speak before death and an inquest is set for tomorrow. A theory suggests no collision with an engine or car, as wounds are head injuries likely from a sharp instrument.
Special invitation to view the new goods by Exaste and Sevster on Monday Tuesday and Wednesday inviting customers to sit and see the latest offerings.
Those New Maguettes at Groetzinger's are praised as the finest yet from home or foreign rooms. Prospective buyers are urged to select this spring, with storage offered at 627 and 629 Penn Avenue and orders accepted at 700 Smithfield Street.
A large crowd gathered at Squire Leslie's office to hear testimony in a fraud case against the Second precinct Eighteenth ward election board tied to Bracken's bid for Select Councilman. Witnesses testified they voted for Bracken, while others claimed mis handling and a German witness demanded payment to swear. The case adjourned with further hearing set for Thursday.
Mrs. Kemp principal of Hill district school in Allegheny is accused of whipping a 10 year old daughter of Charles Smith. Smith says he warned her against such punishment due to the girl’s heart disease and rheumatism. He claims undue severity may lead to cross-suits for assault and battery. Kemp is already named as a defendant in a prior suit alleging undue chastisement of James Stewart’s son.
The Disability Board of the Pittsburg Fire Department met to review cases including William Boyd and Thomas Ware injuries and James J. Golden eye injury. Annual statement shows balance on hand $8,716.35 as of February 1, 1889, receipts to February 1, 1890 $5,107.56, total $14,825.91, outgo $1,572.72, balance $13,151.19. 21 firefighters were cared for during the year.
Two newsboys attracted a crowds attention by attempting to enter Harris Theater. They climbed a water pipe to a fire escape and tried a second floor window. After aborting and listening, they climbed back up and entered the window while onlookers laughed.
The Washington Observer issues its seventh annual edition for 1890, a 100 page handy information book on Washington county. It highlights the county’s congressional records, is richly illustrated, and reflects the energy of the publishers Messrs Acheson and Mollvaine.
Several Canadian workmen arrived in the city yesterday from Cleveland seeking employment. William J. Pierson says many fellow countrymen flock here for better wages and work. He notes that people on the other side of the line favor annexation and would approve it by a large majority if voted on.
UnclearNotice details indicate a sale of cast-off cloth goods by mail order. The fragmentary text mentions De Haan and Big EWrite avenue, suggesting a local auction or sale event with mail bid options. Further readable details are insufficient to confirm date or location.
Esaze and Suvsrzn headline a three day geode opening event running Monday through Wednesday inviting collectors and researchers to view participate and purchase specimens at the venue.
A cascade of endorsements from bankers, merchants, and public figures touts J. Gourley as a capable, honest, businesslike leader for Pittsburg. Supporters from firms like Howe Brown, Johnsons Eagye Earl, and Smithfield street praise his character, education, and public-spirited conduct.
Seven styles of men’s medium weight overcoats offered at ten dollars each this Monday. Colors include dark and light with satin sleeve linings and a tailored look. The sale is at our popular store corner Grant and Dismond streets opposite the new Court House, with choice at ten dollars.
Inspector Pattison and architect Malone clash over progress on the new post office. J A Butz of the Pennsylvania Construction Company outlines iron work delays caused by stone work. He pledges no delay from his side and expects occupancy by October 1 if roofs and iron work proceed as planned.
A 19th century method uses gelatin sheets and sunlight to create metal hard relief copies of Britannica pages. Photographers digitize pages with camera negatives, then exposure hardens gelatine to resemble type. A full 24 volume set costs $250 per volume, half the Scribner price.
An advertisement announces a major fire sale of canned goods and groceries from a prominent East insurer. Deals include 5c to 50c per dozen for various fruits and vegetables, molasses, and sugar syrup. goods delivered free within two cities and freight repaid on large orders. Also listed are excursion train offers from Washington to Mount Vernon, Petersburg, Richmond, and Old Point Comfort with special rates.
Richard Ford of 35 Market St Allegheny Pa holds certificate No 22 in the Everett Piano Club and pays 1 per week for an elegant Upright Grand piano. The club contract for 350 pianos reduced prices and many members pay cash or short terms, with about one third delivered. Manager Alex Ross at 137 Federal St Allegheny invites more buyers to join.
Local shop advertises seven styles of men's medium weight overcoats at ten dollars each. Features Cheviots cassimeres and piques, with retail aim to offer stylish, low-priced clothing. Also promoting Pond City Pilsner and cabinet photos at low prices from Liss Gallery.
The document questions Bailey about running for mayor and probes his involvement with the Graff Bennett estate. It asks if Johns McCleave wrote letters, why names were omitted, and whether other attorneys filed exceptions to accounts. It also asks if filings reflected unfaithful handling and whether bonds would be liable. It notes alleged communications with Dickey and Miller and demands publication of names.
Notice informs readers that classified ads for Wants, For Sales, To Lets, Business Chances, Auction Sales, and related items will now appear on the Eleventh Page in the second part of the issue. Late ads for Classification go to the Sixth Page.
Men's medium weight overcoats described as silk faced offered for ten dollars. Located at P. C. C. C., corner Grant and Diamond avenues, with emphasis on bargain value.
Advert says Hendricks & Co at No. 4 Federal Street Allegheny offers cheap photographs with good cabinets for a dollar a dozen and invites customers to see new spring goods from Kxasee & Saverme.
A large stock of carpet remnants is offered with many pieces priced at less than half their original cost to move fast. The seller emphasizes urgency in clearing the entire lot.
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