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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1892
Page
5
Reports describe a massive ice gorge filling Parker area from river bottom to bank tops. Ice stretches along River avenues to foundations of buildings, threatening floods and isolation of the Flats. Clarion River inlet above Parker adds danger as pumps at the water works run submerged. two days of rain predicted amid fog and rain signs.
Wasmscrox, Pa February 18 Special A plan to raise funds led to the arrest of John Decker, John Daley and George Swingle on conspiracy charges. Decker, inventor of a new paint mixture using crude and linseed oils, sought investors to form a company and build a paint factory. The scheme involved Connors and Fall and others, with payments and fake receipts totaling $3,000, after which the suspects planned to flee the country.
The court considers moving the Delamater case to the jury after debate over evidence of bank insolvency. Defense counsel argues insufficient evidence. judge reserves ruling on parts of the case while allowing some evidence to proceed to jurors.
In the special session the Senate passed Mr Tden's bill to prohibit sending claims out of the state for collection and to raise penalties. It aims to create currilund employes at higher wages, with provisions that claims sent out of state be forfeited and to address convict labor questions by limiting product labor in penitentiar ies and reformatories. A joint resolution accompanies the bill to commission inquiry into penitentiary labor methods and related costs and revenues.
Clipped report narrates Young Gaut turning accuser in a lawsuit against insurance firms following arson claims, mentions the Reed murder trial nearing its end with courtroom challenges, and notes a promissory marriage dispute verdict. It also references an escape by forger Mack and accomplice Jim Mishop.
A burglar escaped from Wayne County jail early this morning after a pursuit by officers. The man reportedly found a way onto the roof and down the water spout to freedom.
A sprawling European and world items list reports epidemics in Bombay, quakes in Maine, and wheat crop injuries in Illinois. It notes Mexico adopting convention-based nominations, Duluth ore boom, California timber transfers, and German gun barrel production vexing Emperor William. Also cited are a New Jersey murder verdict, notable obituaries and funeral notices, and assorted small incidents from the era, including shipboard drownings and a prison release.
Millions know the name yet hundreds of housewives remain unfamiliar with their quality. The extracts are claimed to be the finest and purest of their kind and destined to become a nationwide luxury. Grocers promoting these wholesome products are serving customers and boosting business.
Fragmentary list shows marriage license requests and names including G. W. Thurnby Anna M. Stedle James A. McCandless Tillie Burkhardt Thomas G. Leralte Letitia Moore William H. Clay Elizabeth J. Hi Tanies DUD with faint references to Neon township and Lincoln township in Westmoreland County.
Chenille portieres plain and with dado in new shades, priced from 4.25 a pair, plus rods and fittings at low prices. Swiss Muslin curtains from the Custom House in single and double borders, 18c and up. A large variety of sash curtains including harness spots scrims ponGees lappets and stripes. Curtain room on the first floor with no stairs or elevator needed.
The notice urges buyers to seize this year’s best opportunity with terms of sale set as spot cash and delivery required before April 1. The urgency highlights a strong motivation for immediate purchase and settlement.
The ad promotes a curtain sale with Nottingham and Irish Pointe draperies and Brussels Pointe options at low prices. It also lists hand sewn calf shoes for men and boys with deep discounts, including prices from 30 to 400 dollars, highlighting substantial reductions from higher tags.
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