Iron Makers Press 10 Cent Chicago Freight Cut
Merchants in Mahoning and Shenango valleys urge a one third freight rate reduction from 15 to 10 cents on manufactured iron to Chicago and related points. Pittsburgh agents resist a quick cut while iron men warn of loss and plant closures if rates stay high. Central Traffic Association decision pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mahoning
Shenango
Chicago
Sichenango
Youngstown
New York
Pittsburg
Monongahela House
Mahoning and Shenango Valley Iron Manufacturers’ Association
H. C. Bonnell
J. J. Butler
James Neilson
George D. Wick
Frank Buh
Sharon
H. E. Passavant
Abe Mahoning
Los
Pittburg
Carnegie
Mr. Passavant
Zug & Co
Lake Shore
Central Traffic Association
Wabash To Abandon Local Freight Office In Pittsburg
The Wabash railroad will close its Pittsburg freight office in March leaving local agent P A Lynn without duties for now though the line pledges continued support. The move marks the first abandonment in the region under the president's plan as other roads cut contracting agents and widen territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wabash Road
Pittsburg
P. A. Lynn
Wabash
Matthews
Chitagousa Center
East Tennessee
Virginia
Ohio River
Pittwsbert
Gossip on P. and W. leadership and reorganization hints
Rumors among railroad men suggest no immediate changes in the Pittsburgh and Western management. Speculation centers on whether Baltimore and Ohio will move offices east of the river and restructure to a division under current freight and passenger heads. Some envision operating the system under its own management as the Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern is run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore and Ohio
Pittsburg and Western
Baltimore and Ohie Southwestern
B and O Officials Discuss P and W Division Control
Officials say no staff cuts on the P and W line. They expect B and O to keep the P and W under its charter and run it in connection with the B and U zone, preserving current mileage and management structure.
Rates Cut For Pittsburg Shippers Slightly Lower Bottles
New rates in St Paul take effect reducing charges for select Pittsburg shippers. Iron rate unchanged. Bottles and jars now cost 2 cents instead of 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Pittsburg
Pittsburg Presbytery Admits Licentiates and Handles Business
The Pittsburg Presbytery met at Second Church Pennsyepne and Eighth, approving treasurer reports on church supply apportionment. Charles L. Chalfant and George R. Edmundson were examined as licentiates and admitted after sermons. Next meeting set for April first Tuesday in Canonsburg with thanks given for the Fisher property gift. Rev. Ewing’s marriage to his wife’s sister noted as part of pending matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Pittsburg
Pennsyepne
Eighth Street
Charles L. Chalfant
George KR. Edmundson
G. M. Johnston
J. M. Maxwell
Robert Boyd
Ralston
Williams and McVay
E.R. Donehoo
Canonsburg
Presbytery
John A. Fisher
Mifflin Township
J. M. Wallace
David Barclay
J. T. McCrory
R. B. Ewing
Ewing
United Presbyterian Presbytery
Cold Wave Sweeps Through City With Sudden Freezing Temperatures
The region saw a sharp drop in temperature from springlike morning to subzero by night. Weather officials forecast a further fall to around ten above zero, with potential natural ice as rivers possibly freeze if a long cold spell arrives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alleheny
Monongahela
Chicago
LaCrosse
Davenport
Keo- Luk
Springfield
St. Vincent
Port Huron
Detroit
A King After Work Dethroned by Eviction and Loss
A bedraggled man with a brogue visited the Department of Charities seeking work. He carried a bag of coins and produced stamped "robber stamps" as proof of identity while telling a tale of hardship, misery, and looming death that drew public sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Charities
Fourth Avenue
Michael Murphy Ends Struggle Rant With Stamp Moment
Michael Murphy ranted incoherently about robbery evictions and stealing a country before growing tragic and stamping his card with claims of identity. The chaotic scene featured a theatrical stride as he declared I show who I am on stage near Throne of the King of Glory.
Thief Flaunts Coins Saying His Throne Awaits After Death
In a startling display the man pulled a bag of rare coins valued in the hundreds of dollars from his cloak and declared every nation has a throne for him, but his true throne is after death. He swore enemies cannot rob him of his honest name or his throne despite his crimes. He then produced another card from his garment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Family quarrel over removal of furniture in south side
Mrs. John James testifies before Alderman McGarey alleging two unnamed Smithfield street furniture firm workers forcibly removed a Brussels carpet and lounge she bought for 7 dollars on installment. She claims over 50 dollars paid, husband ordered removal in a dispute, goods in her name, no payments missed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John James
Alderman McGarey
Bouthside
James
Smithfield Street
Frm
No Bar for Them County Democracy Meets on Refreshment Debate
The County Democracy held its regular meeting last evening at the headquarters with W J Brennen presiding. A committee was named to plan entertainment near the treasury and to discuss actions when speakers from outside attend. Several new members joined and a refreshment department was debated but no definite action was taken. sentiment favored keeping it out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Democracy
W.J. Brennen
Treasury
Eviction Tale of an Irish King in Exile and Tragic Loss
A worn old man from Coolbarn County Wexford recounts 1842 evictions in Ireland, describing his wife Nora and baby’s deaths, a torn throne, and a lingering longing for a vanished realm. His tale mingles memory, mania, and a plea for understanding amid hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murphy
County Wexford
Ireland
Jose
Ae Nan
People Who Come and Go in the City
A crowded transit of visitors and locals is noted with five Chicago physicians en route home after Berlin. Various figures pass through to Pittsburg and Fort Wayne, while officials and businessmen move between Harrisburg Indianapolis Jamestown and Denver. Notables include Dr J E Murphy, C W Risley, D K McGonigle, A P Posey, J M Greer, and Col J M Reid along with corporate and political actors bound for Harrisburg Indianapolis and Cuba.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Berlin
Koch
J. E. Murphy
Cook County Hospital
Bow
C. W. Risley
Delphos
Pittsburg, Akron & Western
William Semple Breezge
Ft Wayne
John M. Greer
Butler
Harrisburg
Greer
A. P. Posey
Denver
George Crawford
Anderson
Valuable Horse Ruined In Fifth Avenue Car Collision
A Fifth Avenue car struck a carriage owned by John Kennedy of Neville Street yesterday afternoon near the Oakland branch of the Improvement of the Poor Society. One horse, valued at 100, was fatally injured and the carriage wrecked. The driver escaped injury. The traction car driver blamed the gripman for ringing his bell at the crossing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue
John Kennedy
Neville Street
Humane Society appoints new agents at meeting
New agents appointed were M McKinney of Meadville T J Nickum of Mercer and J C Harbaugh of Greenville. President Eaton and another member were named as delegates to the Philadelphia conference February 12 to discuss a cruelty bill for the Legislature. Contributions were listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TY. M. McKinney
Meadville
T. J. Nickum
Mercer
J. C. Harbaugh
Greenville
Humane Society
Eaton
Society
Conference of Humane Societies
Philadelphia
William Moser
Moyer
Johnstown
Register of sinners marks and cash left by criminals
Chief Clerk Robert Ostermaier filed the annual mayor office report for the year ended January 31 1891 showing total receipts of 73 702 48 an increase over prior estimates Police magistrates contributed 72 195 48 of receipts with the rest from pawn licenses and city fees Distribution by district cites magistrates GKPP McKenna Leslie Succop Eurokaw and Hyndman Arrests totaled 10 449 with district breakdown and outcomes including fines jail workhouse and discharges Additionally January 1891 receipts were 4 118 9 with 1 274 prisoners and district counts for arrests including drunks and disorderlies
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Ostermaier
McCallin
Gourley
Department of Public Safety
First Police District
Gkpp
McKenna
Leslie
Mrosh
Hyndman
Gripp
McKeona
Leslie’s
Succop
Work of the Mound Builders Lecture At Bellefield Church
Prof. F. W. Putman of Harvard delivered a lecture on North American mound builders at Bellefield Presbyterian Church. He described skulls, weapons, pottery, and daily life, condemned East St Louis riverbank fills, and discussed shifting river courses under the Academy of Arts and under Mrs Thaw's patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patman
Bellefield Presbyterian Church
Harvard
F. W. Putman
Putman
North America
St Louis
East St Louis
Academy of Once and Art
Thaw
Garibaldians Gyrate at Third Annual Lafayette Hall Reception
The Legion Garibaldi hosted its third annual reception in Lafayette Hall with delegations from Societa Fraterna and Sacieta Boni-Fidenza. An Italian Orchestra played lively tunes as members and their families enjoyed refreshments, while Dr. Nardyx drew attention in Garibaldian attire adorned with multiple medals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion
Lafayette Hall
Legion Garibaldi
la Bell
Italia
Nardyx
Peculiar Weapon Used in Attempted Store Takeover
Richard Burrows, a Southside merchant, was sent to jail for a hearing on aggravated assault and battery and felonious pointing of firearms. He allegedly attacked L Levi’s wife during a dispute over taking possession of Levi’s store after Burrows claimed owed money. The confrontation ended with a stove being used as a weapon and a revolver drawn amid rising commotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Burrows
Succop
Burrows
L. Levi
Levi
Stov Burrows
German worker shoots at employer home on Ellsworth avenue
Richard Moyer a German worker at Matt Weiss's East End residence fired shots at a house after being refused admittance by a drunk mood. Officers Irwin and Nikirk pursued him. he fired on them and was subdued after a forceful confrontation near Nineteenth Ward station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Moyer
Matt Weis
Matt Weiss
Ellsworth Avenue
East End
Nineteenth Ward
Moyer
Irwin
Nikirk
Big Hearted Horse of Williams & Bulger Dies Near Tracks
A Liberty street consignor’s horse owned by Williams and Bulger collapsed crossing Pleasant Valley tracks at Sixth Avenue. Post mortem by Dr. Jennings found electrical shock contributed to death. the large horse weighed about 1800 pounds and valued at $350.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams & Bulger
Liberty Street Commission
Pleasant Valley Tracks
Sixth Avenue
Jennings
Pheertae
Salaries Increased for Allegheny Teachers in All Departments
Allegheny's Board of School Control approved higher pay for teachers across all schools after a lengthy debate. The plan set starting salaries at 700 dollars per year for three years experience, with amendments proposing monthly and annual figures. the final schedule broadened increases and raised total annual expenses to about 13,900 dollars for the new year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Board of School Control
Committee On
Trimble
McMaillen
Langfit
Mr. Smith
Oliver
Smith
McMullen
Young
Major Hunker
Woodburn
Board of Control
William B. Rodgers
Francies
Reed
Deeeeee Morrow
Board of Control of
Williamsburg
Allegheny Board
Sadie Carney
Hattie Harper
Belle Aikens
Candidates for School Board Seek Seats in Ninth and Tenth Wards
A canvass is under way by numerous gentlemen in the Ninth and Tenth wards to win nominations for the Central Board of Education. Three vacancies will be filled. J A Donovan declines reelection. P B Seibert moved away. John Coll may vacate a seat. About 30 applicants seek the posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Board of Education
J. A. Donovan
P. BK. Seibert
John Coll
German Lutheran ministers meet in city monthly
The German Lutheran ministers of the city held their monthly meeting at the Duquesne yesterday. The Fred Will Rod and Gun Clubd will give its annual recepish at the West End Gymna sium Hall this evening. The Allegheny Survey Committee failed to meet due to lack of a quorum, leaving old business postponed. The sixth annual reception of J. E. Moor head Conclave No. &, Improved Order of Bee will be celebrated by a concert at Centwal Tasner Hall. Forbes t va
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duquesne
West End
Allegheny Survey Committee
J. E. Moorhead
Centwal Tasner Hal. Forbest Va
Death due to heart disease inquest censures treatment
An inquest into the death of A. B. McHugh while being transported to Central Station found death caused by valvular heart disease. The jurors censured J. B. Schene for inhumane treatment of the deceased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. McHugh
J. B. Schene
Ward Nineteenth school directors seek re election
D. A. Stevenson and Dr. J. P. Sterrett, whose terms as ward nineteen school directors expire this year, are candidates for re election with no opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. A. Stevenson
J. P. Sterrett
Nineteenth Ward
Ladies Association elects officers at Allegheny General
The annual meeting of the Ladies Association at Allegheny General Hospital elected officers for the year. President is Mrs Kelly, Vice President Mr John Fant, Treasurer Miss Margaret Ims Treas, and Secretary Mrs Allan A. The text also references a World's Fair treasurer and a caption about a million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Association of
The
Allegheny General Hospital
Ae Ee
Ear
Kelly
John Fant
Margaret Ims Treasee
Aed T. Mpatienein
Allan A
Ideals as Guiding Stars in Jewish Thought Lecture
A large Allegheny County YMCA audience heard Rov Dr Levy of Cincinnati discuss Ideals and their role in shaping civilization. He traced monotheism's rise from sun worship, credited Hebrews with advancing the doctrine, and urged practical ideals to inspire progress, knowledge, and social harmony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eighth Street Temple
Young Men's Hebrew Association
Allegheny County
Rov
Dr. Levy
Cincinnati
Health Board Publishes Pamphlets On Death Care And Sewage
The State Board of Health released two pamphlets. One guides trustees and managers of public institutions on sewage disposal to prevent water pollution and dangerous conditions. The other targets funeral directors and nurses with disinfection, handling of contagious deaths, and body transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Health
Starved Boy Seeks Help After Runaway Ordeal
A one year old boy claiming the name Charles Eichel from Springfield applied at Central station saying he had gone two days without food. He befriended by Sergeant Gray who fed him and arranged rest. He said his father Charles Fiche, a well off merchant of 33 Washington Ave Springfield, forced him to run away. The boy had saved $6 and left last Wednesday taking trains toward Altoona then back to Pittsburgh. Inspector McAleese notified the father by telegraph and he was expected this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Eichel
Springfield
Central Station
Gray
Charles Fiche
Washington Avenue
Altoona
Pittsburg
McAleese
United Labor Alliance Opposes Free Coinage Plan
In Boston on February 3 the United Labor Alliance of unions Knights of Labor Nationalists and Socialists denounced the proposed biennial state elections and criticized bankers for misrepresenting Boston public opinion on free silver coinage. They voted to hold a public meeting at Faneuil Hall next week to voice the citizens true opinion on free coinage of silver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
United Labor Alliance
Knights of Labor
Faneuil Hall
Fanoull Hall
Man Wanted by Police Missing from Buffalo to Pittsburg
Norman Pierce, a man in temporary insanity, left his Buffalo home and went to Pittsburg ten days ago. His wife and mother are searching for him. last seen at the Monongahela House, authorities fear he may have harmed himself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Phillips
Lawrence County
Anderson
W. W. Speer
Allegheny
Cuba
J. B. Little
Nampa
Idaho
B. W. Hoffman
Uniontown
H. * Kelly
Bellaire
Monongahela Cube
H. BR. Brown
Los Angeles
Col. J. M. Reid
Connellsville
Norman Pierce
Buffalo
Pittsburg
Monongahela House
Local court notes and alleged crimes in city
Charles Barker colored is jailed for trial on stealing clothing from a boarding case by Alderman McKenna. Leonardo Balldo held for liquor sale without license before Alderman Donovan. Robert Shaw versus Matt Wells discharged for want of evidence before Alderman McMasters. Thomas Carley alias Farman committed for trial on pocketbook theft from a pedestrian on Penn Avenue. Mrs Fannistade committed for mayhem hearing by Alderman Donovan. C P Rankin reports horse theft. a horse matching the description found and identified at Erny and Heck’s stables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LEONARDO BALLDG@o
Alderman Donovan
Anthony Faher
Robert Shaw
Matt Wells
Alderman McMasters
Thomas Carley
Farman
McKenna
Penn Avenue
Mas. Fannstade
Donovan
Charlotta Jones
C. P. Rankis
Brownsville Avenue
Twenty-seventh Ward
Rankin
Carson Street
Erny & Heck's
Late News In Brief From Across The Nation
The latest briefs report: a 20 below zero reading in St Paul, Arkansas resisting fair exhibit funding, a Marlin Texas freight accident killing one and wounding five, Carbon Hill Alabama racial violence with four dead and others wounded, Canadian dissolution of parliament and new elections, George Harris the Newborn ill recovering after fast, a New York hotel suicide by gas, Chicago Live Stock Exchange urging legislative investigation, Hugo heirs in Maryland land warrant dispute, Chicago plans to create a large coal hub and consolidate coal firms, a Northwestern limited collision near Port Rochester killing Engineer Robert Brown, and a New Barnslee man’s self-inflicted death. Additionally Banker Horner secures bail after lottery mailing charges, Engmar brothers arrested for jewelry heists, with incidents of theft and a near-accident in Castle, Colorado noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Paul
Arkansas
Marlin
Tex
Carbon Hill
Ala
Governor General of
Canada
House of Pur- Mecnenss
Weil
St Louis
Imrial
New York
Chicago Live Stock Exchange
Dr. Hugo
Afton, DL
General Assembly of
Maryland
Chicago
Robert Brown
John Feeney Oe
Northwestern Limited
New York Central
Port Rochester
Dough in the Fire Sends Losses Up to 36000 Dollars
The Bonistalli and Bisi macaroni factory at 1149 Penn Avenue was destroyed by fire last night. Loss estimated 31 000 to 36 000 dollars, mostly insured. Building previously housed flour and feed wholesale, 27 by 100 feet, erected 1885. No one inside. fire discovered at 8 25 by Officer Oliver Peoples. Suspected incendiary origin due to petroleum odor though owner denies any petroleum in the building. Second alarm ordered as flames spread through inflammable materials. Firefighters battled heavy smoke and flames, with dramatic bursting from flour barrels. Total loss. insurance covers most. Owners Ernest Bisi and Frank Bonistalli also operate nearby business at No 9 Market Square. Fire also caused two additional alarms for fires on Pearl Street and St Michael's Street in Bloomfield and Twenty-seventh ward respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maccaroni
Bonistalli & Bisi
Penn Avenue
No. 9
Market Square
Walter & Horning
Leonard Walter
Church Avenue
Allegheny
Oliver Peoples
Bisi
Evans
Costes
Stewart
Union Station
Pittsburg
O’ Donnell
N. G. Moore
Skelton
Walla
Ernest Bisi
Frank Bouestalli
Coul
Ocen
Smith
Pearl Street
Bloomfield
John Orritt
St. Michael's Street
Twenty-seventh Ward
Widows and Orphans Benefit Gift at Laurel Station
Robert Blum Lodge No. 414 O F held an open meeting to accept Henry W Satmyer and wife gift deed for the Widows and Orphans Home at Laurel station. The deed was presented to President John Ler with speeches and music by the Robert Blum Maennerchor. An organized life membership drive and dues collection by Secretary Henry Mendel were announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Blum Lodge
Henry W. Satmyer
Laurel Station
John Ler
Robert Blom Maennercher
Jaster
Henry Mendel
Jerbeny
Hueys and Hacxe Spring Goods for Horsekeepers
New spring assortments feature bleached linens damasks table sets napkins towels sheeting pillow cases and linens at low prices. Pure linen towels damask towels fringe linen pillow cases and sideboard covers offered with substantial discounts on shawls and silks for dresses and accessories. Price examples include linen pillow cases and towels at reduced rates and silks from a sec Sarah to four dollars per yard.
Pricing and sizes for display items and specials
The notice lists various widths and prices for items measured in inches, plus per dozen pricing and daily specials. It includes 60 to 72 inch widths with prices ranging from 35 cents to 175 dollars and smaller 20x20 and 24x24 inch options with per dozen costs. Special values are offered today.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Frank Dean
Lake Erie Road
Phitsbury
Cromlishe
P&w
B. & Ple
Michael Murphy
King of Glory
R. Michal Murphy
Rancor
Co. Wexford
Dispatch
Nora
Weill
C. B. Shaffer
Jamestown
Shaffer
Herman Holmes
Louisville
D. K. McGonigle
Poor Commission
Judiciary Committee
Harrisboro
McGonigle
W. J. Armstrong
Indianapolis
A. P. Horgwin
H. Sellers McKee
E. G. Hayes
John B. Jackson
Te Fidelity Tithe and Trust Company
H. D. Bulkley
Baltimore and Ohio Road
Baltimore
W. F. Blood
James O'Neil
J. H. Hays
O. E. Walker
London
Schlosser
America
Fifth Avenue Traction
Humane Society Meeting
Register OF Sinners
Garibaldians
Allegheny Board of Control
Beabe
Bien Tose Thak Tee
State Board
Chariie Eichel
Himself
United Alliance
Charles Barker
Alderman McKenna
George Harris
Thomas B. Woodside
New Barnsee
Asheard Neves
BE. H. Horner
Minois
Engmar
Ly Castle
Col
Coe
Henry Satmyer
Laurel
Sarah
Moreland
Supreme Court
Singie
Street Ac
Pelicanos 18
T. J. Hudson
Horne & CO
Penn Ave
Custom House
Dunfermline
Randalstown
Select de
Perior
Sale of India Silks
Charlies
Penn
Cor
Fifth Ave
Market St
Felmmwrea
MR. C. Weisser
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