Carnegie Library Social Caps Week With Colorful Evenings
The Carnegie Library week closed with a lavish entertainment featuring a rainbow of rooms and dressy guests. Society editors looked forward to debutantes while Fraulein Aus der Obers staged piano solos, choral performances, and organ music under Mozart Cink and Carl Retner. A Purim masque ball and several intimate parties followed, with notable attendees and festive arrangements across New Turner Hall and private residences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fraulein Aus der Obe
Liszt
Eaff
Lisst
Weber-Henselt
Beth Webster
W. Eh Wolfe
Mozart Cink
J. P. McCollam
Be Webster
Carl Retner
C. C. Mellor
Social and cultural events brighten Oakland in mid February
Community notes describe birthday party invites in Fifth Ward McMurry home, a Demorest silver medal contest won by Howard Brownsell Allegheny, and varied recitals, dancing, euchre, and lectures. Ada Johns sings charmingly while Luella Riddle is hosted with supper and games. tapestry displays by Miss Matthew Brady attract art lovers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demorest
Milly Totell
Howard Brownsell
Allegheny
Maggie Asselman
Shady Avenue
Ada Johns
Allegvenr
Luella Riddle
Hemlock Screen
Boyd
Dreaming Face
Agiow
Nestal
Oskiang
M. EL
Forbes
Akland
Oakland Orchestra
Oxford League of the
Oakland
M. EF
Finley 4. Torrens
Finley Torrens
Denny Estate
New York
Ila
Red Star Line
C. F. Thomas
Holy Land
Gibraltar
Italy
Egypt
Asia Minor
Tur
Austra
Switzerland
Germany
Belgian
France
England
Scotland
Ire
Personal Notes From Townwide Visitor Sketches
Personal notes list residents traveling or visiting relatives in Oil Ois and Fort Sincore. Miss Porter visits friends on Western avenue while James Hay returns from Scotland to see his chef. Several locals also note illness recoveries and upcoming journeys to Boston Brooklin York City Hartford and Hertford with family members.
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Porter
Western Avenue
James Hay
Scotland
Mini
Vacuum Oil Company
E. J. Unger
Seventh Avenue Hotel
St. Francis
Fla
William G. Foster
Julia P. Robinson
Jones
Re Avenue
Fort Sincore
Neb
J. A. Phillis
Eay
Elliot Holbrook
Babes Holbrook
Lulu Cook
Friends
Brooklin
York City
Boston
Hertford
Sewickley Society Notes Highlight Local Visits and Upcoming Marriage
Miss Lily Nevin visits relatives in Chicago while Sam travels to New York State and York City. Miss Mame Nevin visits Mrs Frank Bolton in Baltimore as others attend gatherings in Washington and Annapolis. Nearby residents plan a wedding for Mr Jerome Quayo and Mr Robert Franke at First Presbyterian Church with a reception at Park Place Hotel.
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Sewickiey Society
Lily Nevin
Chicago
oSam
York State
J. MacDonald
Jerome Quayo
Robert Franke
Ain O'Clock
First Presbyterian
Parklace Hotel
Collision Near Tlffin Trains Kills Brakeman in Crash
A Baltimore and Ohio collision between a fast stock train and a local freight near Tlffin injures a 15 year old boy Bomersox, who loses an arm and suffers leg and skull injuries. Brakeman George Ellison dies after three hours. Charles Iois is killed instantly. A companion survives unhurt after being thrown 50 feet. Engines and a dozen cars are demolished, stock killed.
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Baltimore and Ohio
Here
Bomersox
George Ellison
Charles Iois
Chicago Junction
Graham seeks access to bonds held in safety vault
Mrs Mary E Graham of Bangs sisters fame files a circuit court bill to access a box in Merchants Safety Deposit vault containing 3500 in bonds. Complainant sues Henry H Graham for separate maintenance alleging a pretended marriage and coercive union in New York and Racine Wisconsin on November 13 1889.
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Curcaco
Mary E. Graham
Grahem
Henry H. Graham
Graham
Friend
New York
Recine
Wis
The Cashier's Experience and Local Ads in Ohio
Cashier J F Masters of Emmitt & Co Bank in Waverly endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after long suffering. Adverts list scent bottles and multiple sellers across Pittsburgh and Allegheny areas. Groetsinger's on Penn Avenue promotes linoleum and art squares with new stock and Brown’s Iron City beer ad claims.
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J. F. Masters
Emmitt & Co.’s Bank
Waverly
Ohio
Chamberlain
EB. G. Stuckey
Seventeenth
Twenty-fourth Sts
Penn Eve
Wilie Ave
Fulton St
Markell Bros, Cor. Penn
Frankston Aves
Theo. H
Fifth Ave
Carl Hartwig
Pittsburg
Allegheny
EE. Heck
Federal St. Thomas
R. Morris, Cor. Hanover
Prebleaves
F. H. Eggers
Obijo St
F. BH. & Son
Ohio St
Smithfield St
Grostsinger’s
Penn Avenue
Gretchen Faust retelling in Gilbert stage at Bijou
The article reviews W. S. Gilbert's modern paraphrase of Faust titled Gretchen featuring Margaret Mather at the Bijou Monday. It details Gilbert’s innovation away from Goethe and Marlowe, Gretchen's arc with Faustus, and implications for the production and cast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gretcrian
W. &. Gilbert
Faust
Margaret Mather
Bijon
Moeller
Reynolds
Marlowe
Goethe
Gilbert
Rugred Atreay
Margare t Mather’s meteoric return to Shakespearean revivals
The article lauds Margaret Mather as a premier American actress of her era and notes renewed interest in her Shakespearean revivals. It highlights her sudden rise after a Chicago debut, rapid growth, and the strong reception to her performances, including a possible future role in Jeanne d’Arc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Mather
Chicago
Thespis
Jeanne
Stage Whispers and Opera Moves in Pittsburg
The article notes Kendals may skip Pittsburg yet and praises Emma V. Sheridan as Mabel Vane in Masks and Faces at the Fieseen Minconmy. It details Lestim Cart en debuting at Broadway on November 10, Hendrickson Company’s Gondolists packing Chicago Opera House, and a March Pittsburgh visit. It mentions Minnie Maddern and Harrison Grey Fiske’s marriage and Heeten Dauvay planning a stage return with The Whirlwind. It also covers Steele Mackaye’s Part Earayar and Joseph Hawworth in lead, plus upcoming Bijou productions and M?rna Prouty/Dora Wiley shows, with Mdlts and Sydney Rosenfeld’s The Stepping Stone using new photography.
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Pittsburg
Hendersom
Chicago Opera House
Minnie Maddern
Harrison Grey Fiske
Fiske
New York Dramatic Mirror
Miss
John M. Ward
Ekauyar
Steele Mackaye
France
Joseph Haworth
Mra Grundy
Paul Wauvar
Mather
Bijou
Maniz Wanrwindur
New York
Bronson Howard
George Elliot
Pla
Agnus Will
Brcrann Gotpem
Jed Prouty
Bucksport
Maine
Dora Wiley
Prouty
Annie Pirier
Zara
Philadelphia
George H. J
Sydney Rosenfeld
Standard Theater
Behind Closed Books and Department Mail Policy
All communications for this department should be mailed to Tas DisraTror not later than Saturday morning. Reasonable space will be freely given to organizations classified under this heading.
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Tas
United American Mechanics to Install New Supreme Marshal
The article notes Little Willie Fa Sada as to be Supreme Marshal amid birthday celebrations and mentions John M. Andrews and Comrade James Patten in leadership roles. It discusses Lincoln Commandery No.4 expansion, upcoming trips to Chicago, and planned instutions in East Lives with a large gathering including ladies and performers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Fa Sada
John M. Andrews
James
Patten
Noe Sannaden
Garfl No. 8
Poanensis
Lincoln Commandery No
RK. W. A. Simmons
Pa Miller
Howton
Swickird
Monongahela Ci Commandery No
Nowag
Valley
Conclaves Reported Active Across Regions
Heptasoph Paragraphs notes multiple initiations and installations at various Conclaves. Fifth Avenue Conclave prepared to tute in Elisabeth Pa while Chincoteague Md hosted charter applicants. Northside No 85 conferred degrees, Lawrence No 75 began active work, and District Deputy Blythe officiated at a Friday installation.
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Fifth Avenue
Elisabeth
J. K. Moorehead
Jeroct Hall
Forbes Dr
Chincoteague Md Md
Northside No
Lawrence No
Dares
Pe Bey
Steerer
Trict
F. P. Blythe
Arcs Archon Will
M. G. Cohen
Lester KE
Logue
Jacob "Gallagerrof
M . Eee Conclare
Futura
Advisory Council Meeting and Local Events in Freeport
The Advisory Council meets this afternoon in Freeport to organize a branch and discuss a visit to our city during the coming week. Names are listed for a charter replication in Boho, with further details read in the Eleventh ward of Allegheny City. Mr. David Keefer, age seventeen, of East Saint Clair Street, Allegheny City, dies last Wednesday and will be buried on Abington Street this afternoon. Local observers note 63 deaths in the community, with a doubleheader initiated after January 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Scott
World's Museum
Allegheny
River Avenue
Eiffel Tower
Olsety
Red River Valley
Scott
Manchester Castle
Heber McDowell
Alleghen Castle
Imeoee Meek
Venus Castle
Allegheny Castle
Lorena Castle
K. G
Crusaders
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Iteburg
Eveni
Castle Sear of the West
Onatia
W. D. Rainbow
G. W. Kirk
John
M. Davin
Com. Ee
ET. White
U. S. Ciiies
Anchor Castle
Ree
C. L. Gothart
Noble M
David Walker
P. Watts
Bogs Enoz and Co
P. Lyer Railroads Anddress
Pitts
Advisory Council
Freeport
Onr
Boho Verre
Goa
Allegheny City
David Keefer
Santeen
Saat Stain
Aabington Street
Alleghen City
Loa Press Onward Elects New Officers and Dames
Loa Press Onward has elected officers for the swaying term led by Chief Templar Emil Kahn and V T Lottie Weaver. Ten new Dames were presented and a meeting at Ames M E Church in Hazelwood will offer free admission for friends and members.
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G.T
Templar
Emil Kahn
V.T
Lottie Weaver
Lizsie Weaver
Harriet Manton
Prichard
A. G. Murray
Bateman
Mar
Matthew
Dy Tas Prichard
Eedceaeen Sentinel
David Richard
P. G. Bie Geager
Meman
M. E. Church
Haxelwood
Domaree
Patterson and Sweitzer Council Gather for Odd Fellows Event
An invitation goes to makers on Chern and T Streets for a Monday night meeting of General J. B. Sweitzer Council No. 26. A fine entertainment is promised with music and recitations as members and friends attend the ceremony in a cordial, civic spirit.
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J. F. Patterson
Tie Wn OU
T Streeta
J. B
Fraternal Myatic Circle Hails Growth in Pittsburg
The Fraternal Myatic Circle, American Railing No. 134, meets monthly at Second Avenue and Grant Street, with a notable initiation planned at the next meeting. Dr. Chevalier Q. Jackson of Sixth Avenue invites inquiries about the order.
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M. C
Wiscellena
Becondavenne
Grant Street
Pittsburg
Chevalier Q. Jackson
Arcaeum Federal and Sym City Councils Installations
In Federal Council chamber six officials from Federal and Sym City Councils are due for installation. A number of officers from the gran cere are expected to join the councils of two cities. A meeting is set to discuss the nomination of the tap conndin and the warrant on new departure.
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Federal
Sym
Rae Onare Peon Grf
Gran Cere
Po de Gen Geing
Tap Conndin
Waiantee
Daughters of St George elect new president amid ceremony
Members of the Daughters of St George gathered for a benedictory ceremony as the group announced its new president for the upcoming term. The event featured community leaders and a brief address outlining goals for the chapter.
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Daughters of St. George
Ladies of the U V I Convene at Newark Meeting
The first convention of the auxiliaries of the Indies of the U V L will be held at Newark Ohio on the date of the National Encampment meeting. Delegations from Fond du Lac Wisconsin and Ft Wayne Indiana will be led by Mrs General E G Bragg and Mr James E Graham respectively. Mrs Emma J Barker will establish arrangements at the Hotel Warden on the evening of the 10th inst.
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el Ee
Newark
Haverean
Tailor J J McKenna to Exhibit at Hotel Anderson
Mr J J McKenna ladies tailor of 36 East Twenty third street New York will be at the Hotel Anderson on February 17 18 19 and 20 offering samples and designs of re eye and are oe sue ulsters riding habits and suits from top English and French makers. Mrs McGowan will also be at the hotel on the same dates with a select line of boys girls and infants clothing for complete child out fitting. Best & Co invite attention and promise perfect fit. Farnichvee reupholstered carpets cleaned and mattresses renovated by Hayes Exumany at 33 34 Water Street.
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New Turner Hall
Farber Street
Sean Bet
Jevelioar
Ben Biexard
J. Bickart
Max Bendix
Henry Finkelpearl
Parker, Lime
Maggie
Anns Me Shawbach
Zettie Ete Mesers
W Dunseatn
Josiah Sm H WY
Robert Rodger Econ Botterdee TE Kee
Lexander
Harry Selle
Grace Cready
Sarah Street
Southmole
Fox
Hibberd
W. C. Jonaston
J. H. Detker
Rose Deetker
Paul Lochner
J.P. Volk
Mra
Charles Phelp
Charles Welles
Mather
Lyons
Miss Mather
Eugene Jepsome
Leah
Stuart Robson
Henry E. Dizey
Grand Opera
Standard Theater
New York
Dixey
Oe Ju
Francia Wilson
Cora Tiunie
Marie Jansen
George W. Ho
Herbert Gresham
George H. Schnler
Marie Knnie
Elsine Eliison
Cora Tinnie
Geraldine McCann
Marion Giroux
Rice
Harris
Peck
America
George W. Peck
J. J. McKenna
East Twenty-third Street
Anderson
Anita
Corsets and home goods advertised in Pittsburgh storefronts
An OCR fragment lists corset and fashion items from multiple Pittsburgh merchants. It mentions styles from several brands, low prices, and named stores such as Lies Gallery on Sixth Street, Hayes & Reuxan on Water Street, Groetsinger on Penn Avenue, and Haueh’s at Fifth Avenue. It also references carpets, furniture, and spring merchandise with various prices.
Ladies of the G A R in Reading Plan Soldier Aid
Members including Mrs Jenale Mra J B tawryar Mrs Be Doran Mrs Jones and others form a committee to establish permanent aid for veterans. The group has debated the project for some time and considered donations from Hawkins Senae and Sabonae homes.
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Uver
Reading
Jenale
Tawryar
Howdy Harravargy
Doran
Jones
Bree
Beasal
Boott
Mie
Fins Riveres
Relise Rupert
Wes
Mary Carey
Umea
Gtame
Hawkins Senae Ou Sabonae
Davis Camp Meeting Discusses Recruits and Appointments
At the Davis Camp encampment, recruiters were discussed and a date set for a meeting with Mayor candidates. Comrade Harry Davis of Philadelphia was appointed Judge Advocate, with updates on Post 230’s membership and recent deaths.
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A reeNeae
Post & Department
Eieanea Dexswiston
Harry Davis
Philadelphi
Setequesse
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Carnegie Library
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McMurry
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Ackley Creck
W. A. Carey
Forbes and
Coquet Streets
Mr. Carey
Carlton
CIA
B.C. Cini
Stercer
J. M. Molamphy
Liberty Brente
Molamphy
Oe Orn
Young Peoples’ Society of Christian Endeavor
Siuthc Presbyterian Church
Charlies A. O'Brien
Wile
Mt. Washington
Boges Avenue
William B. Eroe
Mole Simontes
Cad
Mims Jones
Philauel Misa
Simonton
Lawrenceville
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Hybriul
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Yermary
Bridgeville
Oliver Jones
Ie Rely Jossems
Tlffin
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Iron City Uty Browns Company
Grand Orrea Hoube
Seven Ages
Npeek
Academy OF Mustc
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World of Novelties
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Tos
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Joves
Gretchen
Paustus
Heaven
Hell
Father Aod
Niiecresey
Skexa
Harry Williams
Edward Jackman
Henrietta
Grand Opera House
Robson
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Haber Williams
Gus Hill
Academy of Music
OC. W. Williams
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Fischer Bros
Billy Carter
Swift and Chase
Mile
Rosina
McBrideana
Goodrich
Charles Harve
Nellie Walters
James E. Hinck
Chip Boy Wonder
Great Pirrung
Gun Hill
Mus
Lestim Carten
the Golden Eagles
United American Mechanics
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Center Avenue
Saeneek
Linden Lodge
Oaks
Saire
W. Brera
Cotati
Erie
Alleghany
Loa
Myatic
Reysl Arcaeum
Dix
Ladies of the
Farnichvee
Hayes & Exumany
Hels
P. D
Ehendemr
Rosenbaum
Carn and Seoths
Poin Avenue
Hayes & Reuxan
Water St
Monnaies Centeres
Frost
Hare
Groetsinger's
Piteairo’s
Wood Street
Cottege and
Carpets Groetsinger’s
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A. P. Bureh
Tue Drsraten
Ome
G. Samessen
B. Wooters
Wees Opesseay
H. G. Gam
Iillamsport Corres
Lew Labor
D. Bates
A. Cc. M. Kish
Philadelpha
Ted O' Lex
J. F. Loeble
D. Pacougesk Abta
Fiesesea
Brotler
Bridge
Pianis
Bia
Norristown
Hed
Hertzeler
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Soon Harvey Miller
Shenkford
J. Mipershlie
Altoons
Haideia
Steebeneeeerseeee
Elie
Beige
Lee Pittabare
Carli
Eres Beeen Bradford
W. Adams
Steeneeenneas
Addrere
Shamokin Oha
T. Bore Guster
J.tehouse
Potn
Essimer
Vuiladelphia
Eere -Haselton
James D. Miller
York Avesenene Tille
M. Seageseresesses
Eesesarseeren
Seeeeses BB
Aed Oon
Townville A
Howser
Osenevewee Catasauqua Seawone i. Bethie
Grand Army
Neton
Davis Camp
Wednes- Seene Powens
Behoyer
Comcones
McClelland
Herbert
Tahaben
Timothy Dan
Masemeasene
Seat &, Eatedeiehe
Ladtes’ Aid Sectrrr
Ckime Society
Hamilton
Music Hall
Ereens
Thes Society
Ladies’ Aid Society
Alger
Junilor
Lovett
New Jersey
Thomas J. Stewart
St. Peanartvania
District of Columbia
Washington
Tax Department
Citimans
Resolution Department
Randall
Louisiana
New Orleana
Pe Pasey
Sas
Lenaieg
Deana Geummadon
Gaceme
Aslos Veteran Legion
Towomkow
H. A. Miller
Pennsylvania
U. S.L
H. Jones
Fond du Lac
Scottdale
Cambridge
Pat
Pearson
Short
Quarmaster Blair
Seaman
Rath Sas
Pennsylvanis
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Daniel Butterfield
Massachusetts
Rhode
Janeen
TM. Latimer
Allegheny, Pa
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Antare
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Penn Ave
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