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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1889
Page
2
In the mayoral wake excitement spiked on election day as Judge Brokaw claimed victory for Murphy in the Thirty third ward while Sullivan was defeated. The mayor cited widespread electioneering by Public Safety and noted arrests rumors without naming sources.
A terse summary lists council contest results across Pittsburg wards with small majorities for independents and Democrats. It notes limited opposition and names candidates like John K Sullivan and Patrick Foley among others in this at‑a‑glance table.
The Allegheny election produced tight races across wards one and two with Reform candidates P Walter Jr and James Hunter gaining how moment and the Commodore Kouitz aiding rival Leggate. Early tallies showed mixed results with several wards reporting partial returns and close margins.
Returns on school directors were slow with several wards reporting results. Electees include N Benjam and R J Hem meray in the second ward, J C Bengher and Charles Shaw in the fourth, George inch ward Peter Seibert in the fifth, and many others across wards from tenth to fourteenth, with unexpired terms going to G W Given and Adolph Richter among others.
Eight men were arrested in the First ward amid voting disputes. Several supporters of Cavanaugh claim arrests aimed to hinder voting, while police cite disorder. Charles Hostetter and John Smith remained jailed at midnight. others released on bonds. Carroll faces illegal voting charges. Smith carries concealed weapons. rest charged with disorderly conduct. Captain Silvas denies political motive.
Alderman Cassidy claims a triumphant First ward victory with strong city backers. In the Twelfth ward Joseph Warner wins, leading throughout and finishing 186 votes ahead over Nobbs. John Burns is re elected in the Tenth ward without opposition, while Succop and Flach gain seats in the Twenty eighth and Twenty fifth wards respectively with a 4 vote margin for Flach over Burke.
Voters used large bonfires at polling places along Penn Avenue with daylight burn of fires in wards. The scene was quiet yet competitive in downtown wards, while turnout rose after factory hours and produced surprising results in several contests.
The county office saw unusually low attendance as residents, including women, neglected to file complaints on assessments. Clerks reported less business than on any nonholiday day in a year, and the surrounding silence was described as nearly tangible.
In the Twenty-third ward Dr. C. Evans ran nearly unopposed after a fierce Saturday primary. John Paul faced no opposition for Select Council in the Thirty-second ward, as did John Collins in the Thirty-fifth ward. Gus Marks challenged James Getty in the Second ward, but Getty also had things his own way.
In the Fourteenth ward John Anderson the regular Republican candidate for Select Council won by about 700 votes. His opponent William J Brown lagged in all precincts except precinct three where Brown carried by 20 votes. School directors elected were William Holmes and William McElroy each with about 350 majority.
In the Twenty-Second district of the Twenty-second ward J Frank Sowash won the race for Register Assessor defeating L H Houghton by 103 to 31 after hiring eight carriages to muster support from old soldiers.
Late night dispatch from McKeesport reports a fierce local fight amid extreme cold voting. H McLure wins as treasurer and Socum Everett is tax collector. William German, Daniel Stratton, and Oliver G Jones secured council seats in wards one two and three.
The Pittsburg Railroad Coal Association met yesterday on Fifth Avenue to compare with other associations and consider lake shipper organization. No definite actions were taken, but discrimination against Western railroads was discussed without decisions.
The District Executive Board of D. A. 3 K of L changed the meeting night from Wednesday to Monday. Monday’s session covered routine business with accounts audited as in good shape. Master Workman Ross was instructed to push the Laome case through the courts.
Squire McMillan of Mansfield imprisoned a 10-year-old girl on an assault and battery charge filed by the father of a colored boy she struck with a stone after he annoyed her. The Anti-Cruelty Society notified authorities and Judge Collier promptly released the girl.
John W. Johnston of Woodlawn Fayette county died at the Homeopathic Hospital last night after his ankle was crushed by the Pinickey at Fuller station. He was the sole supporter of his aged parents.
Advance detail of Battery B will depart for Washington on Tuesday February 26 to attend the maneuvers. The unit will travel Saturday evening by the Pennsylvania Railroad and return Wednesday morning March 6.
Exposition supporters push toward 200000 dollars with current total at 192000 as business leaders step up. Five board members and canvassers report steady subscriptions and early week gains. Major donors include Gill and Lupton, Stern & Silverman, and the Lewis Foundry with crew, while Bailey Farrell & Co and Kuhn firms contribute loans and checks.
West of Chicago agents have already begun work on Grand Army traffic for the Milwaukee encampment. John Potts of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul road and Charles Travers of the Chicago and Northwestern are in Williamsport and Columbus respectively, seeking shares of the known post business.
Stockholders of the Novelty Steel Wheel Company at McKeesport meet to elect officers and arrange immediate construction. They expect to have the shops in operation by July 1.
Master Workman I. N. Foss of D. A. 3 K of L visited Washington Pennsylvania and addressed L. A. 7517 as the order grows in the district. A new local may soon be organized. Petersons Magazine for March offers striking stories and illustrations along with eras and other topics of interest to lads.
The piece reports chemical tests on oleomargarine samples bought for Attorney William Yost and merchants. It cites varying compositions of butter and margarine, a defense by Dr. Joseph N. Dickson, and notes arrests expected this week as anti margarine sentiment grows and potential law repeal is discussed.
Extra conductors and gripmen on Citi giens line discuss dissatisfaction after a failed meeting with the Master Workman who ordered adherence to the existing agreement. The company proposed 11 hours with two sets of men paid per trip, swing men replacing regulars when off duty. The union agreed to wait on officials, blaming any ongoing trouble on the workers themselves.
The Masons of the East End plan to buy a Collins Avenue lot to build a Masonic Hall. With 800 members across two lodges and one chapter, they aim to spend about 40 000 dollars on the hall, funded by a hall association and member shares. Plans to discuss building details and a joint meeting are set for next Saturday.
J M Ossense division freight agent of the Wabash Railroad at Tolego was in town yesterday. The mortuary report for the week ending Saturday shows 84 deaths with 50 from Germany and 44 city natives. Henry Wheeler and William Rossas jailed for disturbance and assault on a Pennsylvania Railroad conductor at Easty. Humane Society notes unpaid costs for Agent O’Brien from Fayette county. A girl named Katie entered Central station with a tale of deception seeking lodgings at a Junction Railway office.
Mr John Jarrett spoke last evening in University hall Sixth street on technical education and Pittsburgs need for a technical school He asserted $100000 could be raised easily and that Pittsburg as a manufacturing center should host a comprehensive school to train workers in chemistry and mechanics, with men ready for high and responsible positions He urged universal technical knowledge to reduce dependence on a few skilled men and called for broad training to fill the gap left by traditional schooling.
The Western Pennsylvania Engineers' Society met last night and elected D. E. Billen as a member. A Kansas City letter urged transferring members between societies and Kansas City Society support for state bridge supervision. Arthur Kirk highlighted three similar highway bills and urged one unified bill. Prof. John W. Langley discussed international standards for iron and steel analysis and remedies for current abuses.
Marie Lightner, 3, daughter of William Lightner of 343 Forbes Street, fell into a hot bath tub Monday afternoon. Her mother heard the scream, pulled her from the tub, and carried her downstairs but she died within three hours from scalding injuries.
A late night message from Wilkinsburg said Mr. St. Clair worsened and is not better. Samuel Hower and Wilson were arrested for involvement in the assault. Rowe and Wilson later jailed without bail. Also notes memorial meetings for C F Herrosee of Allemandia Insurance and local shop notices on Penn and Fifth avenues.
The Lowell bill faced opposition over a clause that would deem delaying a grocery bill as an act of bankruptcy. Senator George of Mississippi attacked that provision as ruinous, and the Chamber of Commerce urged removing it. Some fear a general abrupt law to force cash trading, while others warn of widespread ruin for small traders.
S Hamilton offers pianos and organs at 91 and 93 Fifth Avenue. The Decker Bros Roabe and Estey organs are highlighted as leading brands. The dealer claims top quality and pricing, promising satisfaction for buyers who visit first.
Sale ends tomorrow with limited stock of men’s tailor-made suits in about two patterns. Typical value $15, today priced at 3600? The notes list patterns including stripes and plaids. Located at P. C. C. C., car, Grant and Diamond streets, opposite the new Court House. Also “Special-100” style English worsted pants at 1 1/4.
Two nearly new six room houses Nos 3 and 6 Grant avenue near Rebecca street Allegheny feature finished attic marble mantels gas bathroom and garden plot. Described as cleanest healthiest location with two streetcar lines and a 15 minute walk to the Pittsburgh post office. Rent reasonable. Inquire Kleber Bros music store 006 Wood street.
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