Industries in Art Power and Pride of Pittsburg Archways Plan
A Lotus Club committee proposes memorial archways at Schenley Park entrances to advertise Pittsburg’s iron steel glass coal gas navigation and electric lighting industries. Officials including Mayor Gourley and Chief Bigelow would back briefings with manufacturers and capitalists to erect illuminated arches this summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Disratch
Pittsburg
Sebealey Park
Thes
Lotus Club
Emmett Cotton
Clisir
Fred K. Gearing
McGeary
Succop
F. N. Jarrett
E. A. Woods
P. Hoerr
William Bradley
Fra Geary
Schenleys Park
Gearing
Pittsburgh
Schenley Park
Plilsbury
Bigelow
Department of Public Works
Birlow
Gourley
Mayor Allows Poor Farm Purchase Ordinance to Become Law
Mayor Gonrley will let the poor farm purchase ordinance become law without his signature. He opposes the river location and size but notes unanimous council passage makes a veto futile. State boards require a large, well exercised facility, contrasting with Morpanza’s reform school water supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Counells
State Boards of Charities and
Fmnacy
Reform School
Morpanza
A Trip Up the Nile Plans by Phipps and Hamilton
Henry Phipps Jr and Allegheny Parks Superintendent Hamilton plan a Nile voyage. Phipps sails to Dresden then Rome with family for the winter. Hamilton may join in the spring for the trip to study tree varieties and will take a leave of absence during the journey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Phipps, Jr
Hamilton
Phipps, Jr
Dresden
Rome
T. Afr
Phipps
Allegheny Parks
Nike
Allegheny Park
Two Tickets in the Field in Exposition Society Election
The Exposition Society faces a heated annual directors election with a rival ticket challenging the present management. The reform slate lists G Marvin John Bindles H dr D C Herbst A P Borehfield plus others and seeks proxies to defeat H B K rE Arpokl and A G Emap amid claims of anti local business sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exposition Society
G. Marvin
John Bindles
D. C. Herbst
A. P. Borehfield
Tgeles Basm
Robert Pitairn
A. F. Keating
MecCreery
M. Schvoonmaker
Epiphany Day Service At Bellevue Church
The Church of the Epiphany in Bellevue celebrates its nam day with a service today. Rev. George Hodges of Calvary Church will preach the sermon amid Christmas greens and rural winter decor.
How Indians Live. Former agency clerk reveals Sioux rations
E P McFadden, longtime Standing Rock issue clerk and friend of Father Craft, describes Sioux rations and aid. He says two person households receive limited allowances yearly clothing, bedding, and tools, with steer hides as the main revenue and no cash payments. He blames Father Craft for favoring the Indians and warns that his policies might have prevented trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father Craft
E. P. McFadden
Standing Rock Indian Agency
Denham
McFadden
County Officials Begin Three-Year Terms
The new county officials started their three year terms with cheerful faces. Members include Sheriff W H McCleary Recorder G M Bounhorst Controller J A Grier Treasurer J A Bell Commissioners J G Weir D J Boyle R E Mercer Register P Conner Clerk of Courts D McGunnigle. Changes were few with re-elected staff and some promotions and appointments in several offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. McCleary
G. M. Bounhorst
J. A. Grier
J. A. Bell
J.G. Weir
D. J. Boyle
R. E. Mercer
Register
P. Conner
D. McGunnigle
P. W. Siebert
Harry T. Rowley
W. W. Murray
Thomas Watson
Sewickley
David Weaver
O'Hara
Joseph Mitchell
Patrick O'Toole
Edward F. O Riley
Recorder von HK
Sherff Gray
McBryar
JTW
Eichileau
Suit Over Insurance Policy Involving Domingo Family
W K Jennings as administrator for Isabel W C Domingo sues People’s Mutual Accident Insurance Association. Case seeks recovery of the life policy on Hex N B C Comingo, son of Mrs. Comingo, who drowned in the Conemaugh river during a canoe trip in August 188. The policy was payable to his mother, who has since died. The canoe used in the death was shown in court as evidence. The Comingo family, long plagued by misfortune, includes Mrs. Domingo, her two sons, and relatives connected to Neville L Craig.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. K. Jennings
Isabel W. C. Domingo
People’s Mutual Accident Insurance Association
Magee
Comingo
Conemauch River
Thess
Domings
Isaac Dr. Jr
Neville L. Craig
Pittsburg
Planning New Streets Set by City Committee on Surveys
The Committee on Surveys approved ordinances establishing and vacating several city streets. Actions include grading Woolslayers alley from Thirty-eighth to Denny, Colwell Street from Dinwiddie to Jomonville, Lexington Street from Penn to Reynolds, relocating Bates Street 15 feet south of Wilmot, vacating Breckenridge Avenue from Al Mennes to 305 feet west of Harold, and locating Potter Street from Negley to Graham with a negative recommendation on the latter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woolslayers Alley
Thirty-eighth Street
Denny Street
Colwell Street
Dinwiddie
Jomonville
Lexington Street
Penn Avenue
Reynolds Street
Bates Street
Ward Street
Wilmot Street
Breckenrigge Avenue
al- Mennes Street
Harold Street
Breckenridge Avenue
Potter Street
Negley Avenue
Graham Street
Major Whittle’s Evangelistic Meetings Begin
The United Presbyterian Churches of Allegheny host Major Whittle from Chicago with Prof. Case assisting. A series of meetings runs until February 13 with two sessions daily except Saturdays, starting at 4 p.m. each weekday. The first two sessions were held Sunday and yesterday with strong turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Presbyterian Churches of
Allegheny
Major Whittle
Chicago
Monly
C. Case
Grover Cleveland Democratic Society Endorses Guthrie For Adjutant General
A largely attended Grover Cleveland Democratic Society meeting at Rouston's Hall last night praised the society’s strong financial standing and passed a resolution urging Governor Pattison to consider General P. S. N. Guthrie for the Adjutant General appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Cleveland
Virginia Woman Seeks Court Redress After Desertion
Priscilla Pierce of Weilsville Va sues George Pierce for desertion and seeks reconciliation with revenge as her motive. Alderman King committed Pierce to jail for trial in Southside court. case moves from a disputed marriage to a legal remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Pierce
Alderman King
Southside
Pierce
Priscilla
Weilsville
Pittsburg and Mexican Tin Company Holds Reticent Meeting
The Pittsburg and Mexican Tin Mining Company held its annual stockholders meeting at the Monongahela House. All officers were re elected but identities were not disclosed. General Fitzhugh reported on Mexican mines with satisfactory indications. Kipling writes seven letters on America for The Dispatch. first slated for next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg and Mexican Tin Mining Company
Monongahela House
Power Struggle at Mercantile Library Hall Board
Stockholders met at Whitney Stephenson's office to challenge a perpetual lease to the Pittsburg Library Association. The vote ousted the old board, placing Frank Armstrong as President while alleging unauthorized action by four directors. Court action looms as Bijou Theater backers seek to secure the lease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercantile Library Hall Company
Whitney & Stephenson
Fourth Avenue
Mercantile Library Association
C.H. McKee
Bijou
Gulick
Bennett
Wirrras
Pitsboarz Library Association
Pittsburg Library Association
Library Association
Frank Armstrong
John S. Scully
L. H. Williams
George W. Crawford
George L Whitney
J. C. Brown
Thomas P. Day
F. L. Stephenson
S. W. Cunningham
LH. Williams
Joseph Albree
William BR. Thompson
Henry Holdship
J. F. Hudson
Willow B. Thompson
Winter FP
Fagles
Aunior Counse
Leske
Hall Company
D. A. Sane
The
William R. Thompson
Deni Theater
Pijou
Railroads report weaker excursion business after holidays
General Passenger Agent A E Clark of Lake Erie notes a dip in excursion traffic compared with last year due to bad weather. He cites prosperous locals and remaining winter at home as factors, with few settlers heading West before February and timid travel to California or Florida. Weather fails to push travelers south.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E Clark
Lake Erie
California
Florida
Wertheimer Praises Brooks License Act as Best in U S
Samuel Wertheimer, liquor manufacturer, visited Philadelphia and endorsed the Brooks license act as the best liquor law in the United States. He advocates a strong judiciary without an excise commission and sees the trade as purified and prosperous under current rules. He notes retailers purchase freely and sales remain brisk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Wertheimer
Philadelphia
United States
Werthemner
Rosence
Wertheimer
Christian Ministerial Association Meeting Discusses Questions
The Ministerial Association of the Christian Church met yesterday at the residence of Rev Ww D Lane to discuss various questions and plan meeting arrangements. A session at Rev Lane’s residence concluded with plans for future gathering at his home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Ministerial Association
Ministerial Association of the Christian Church
D. Lane
Allegheny Case Ends in Debate Over Election Proclamation
Judges heard the mandamus case against Mayor Wyman asking him to issue a proclamation for electing Select Councilmen. Attorneys argued whether Allegheny should be a second class city under the 1887 act, with discussions on wards and applicable laws. A decision is reserved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Single
Collier
Wyman
Allegheny
George Elphinstone
Elphinstone
Select Councils of
City of
Pitsburg
Gecoml
Pittsburg
Slagle
Erc
T. Watson
Knox
Assignment for Creditors by Sewickley Dairy Company
The Sewickley Dairy Company yesterday assigned its assets to benefit creditors following executions totaling 91150. Chartered May 11, 1858 with initial capital of 7000, founders included A M Byers A M Marshall John A Shaw George A Kelly and others. Capital later grew to 400000 with 2500 acres of land near Sewickley acquired. The firm was once successful but trouble has been brewing for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewickley Dairy Company
A. M. Byers
A. M. Marshall
John A. Shaw
George A. Kelly
Duncan
J. Kidd Flem
Charles Wilcox
Unusually Large New Year Enrollment Reported
Enrollment across city schools surged beyond exact tally, with weekly counts due next Saturday to finalize figures. News mentions a Rochester drawing teacher considered for Pittsburgh Public Schools at a proposed salary of 1200 dollars annually, noting potential to raise school prestige.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reisfar
Tiheny
Danone
Rochester
Pittsbore
van Wagoner
Pennsylvania 840000 Settlement Hopes For New Florence Wreck
Damaged claims loom as 14 suits expected against the Pennsylvania road over the New Florence wreck. Harry Bowles, Nineveh operator, sought as witness, is reportedly in Ohio with company. Mrs Williams rejects $800 settlement offer prompting likely court action. Wrecks bring broad disaster beyond physical harm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Road
New Florence
Harry Bowles
Pennsylvania Company
Ohio
Cates
Chamber of Commerce Sets Plans for Statistics and Pan American Matters
At yesterday's Chamber of Commerce meeting Hon H E Davis said he is gathering facts for a prospectus promoting Pittsburg as a railroad and manufacturing hub with aims to link railroad lines to West Virginia mineral fields. The Committee on Statistics will report a plan to obtain annual statistics and Mr Dravo will propose a standing Pan American committee at the next meeting. The Rivers and Harbors Committee meets in the Chamber today. NEXT SUNDAYS ISSUE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
H. E. Davis
Pittsburg
West Virginia
Dravo
Prospects Grow for Beach Creek P44 Extension
The Beach Creek road from Gerzam to Oil City is seen as promising, likely linking with the Lake Shore to aid coal producers in Clarion Jefferson and Clearfield counties. Vanderbits have bought 25,000 acres of coal lands, and new coal discoveries boost expectations for quicker profits along the route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beach Creek
Gerzam
Oil City
Lake Shore
Vanderbits
Clarion
Jefferdon
Clearfield
Notable Travelers and Local Notables in Transit
General Superintendent E B Taylor of Pennsylvania Company tours Philadelphia in private car with his party returning to Bryn Mawr College. Cleveland Exposition manager Conrad Mizer visits Pittsburgh seeking space. Lake Front show planned. Snowbound Butler County roads hinder travel. Dr J B Donaldson travels to Harrisburg for Legislature. several prominent residents and guests stay at city hotels including Henry C Sayers, ex Solicitor General Jen, Henry B Shields, B E Arons, G S Albrecht, and E M from Columbus. Major J B Washington, Colonel Norman A Smith, T W Barnsdall, and C L Magee also travel or stay in city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. BK. Taylor
Pennsylvania Company
Philadelphia
Pagan
Miss Breed
Bryn Mawr
J. B. Donaldson
Canonsburg
Harrisburg
Henry C. Sayers
Waynesburg
Jen
Brookville
Seventh Avenue
Henry B. Shields
Girard
Monongahela House
Shields
B. E. Arons
New Orleans
San Francisco
G. 8. Albrecht
Massillon
E. M
Columbus
Anderson
Grocers Association Nears Split Over Boycott Clause
Scottdale operators confronted a disputed labor pact at a sparsely attended meeting last night. The proposed agreement would bar handling goods deemed unworthy until both sides agree, prompting fears of conspiracy suits and a potential boycott on wholesale houses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O'Donnell
Iam
Lam
O’donnell
Expelled Switchmen Appeal Sweeney Expulsion
Ex master workman Hawley of Local Union No 02 appeals Grand Lodge after Frank Sweeney expelled him and 28 others from Union No 121. Hawley argues due process was denied and a hearing was required under Section 3 Article 9. The appeal is forwarded to the Grand Lodge Executive Board by the Lake Town officials and other listed members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweeney
Workman
Hawley
Union No
Switchmen's Association
Grand Lodge
Frank Sweeney
Mr. Hawley
E. M. Hutchinson
Town of Lake
Lil
J. W. Callahan
Auburn Junction
John’ E Wilson
la Crosse
Wis
W. R Davison
Joliet
George Law
Chicago
Nine More in Hock for Braddock Riot Hearing Next Saturday
Nine more Hungarians were committed to jail on riot charges tied to the Edgar Thomson Steel Works disturbance in Braddock. Names include John Gurtig Mike Matis Gaber John Propotsee Andy Blasko Andy Sabolik John Aene Harnock John Soltis and George. They were committed by Justice of the Peace Lew V Holtzman and will face a hearing next Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar Thomson Steel Works
Braddock
John Gurtig
Mike Matis Alias Gaber
John Propotsee
Andy Blasko
Andy Sabolik
John Aa Ene
A Harnock
John Solitres
George
Demen
Justice of the Peace
Lew v. Holtzman
C. M. Schwab
Coke Operators Demand Wage Concessions in 1891
A statement to the wage committee from operators argues against wage increases for 1891, calling for reduced hours from nine to eight and wage cuts. They cite plummeting coke prices, reduced oven capacity, and a bleak market, urging a fair, shared effort to cut costs while noting prior prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sraeneig
Rae
Watchorn
Builders' Exchange elects H. R. Barnes president
At Liberty street rooms the Builders' Exchange annual meeting elected H. R. Barnes president over incumbent W B Lupton by a large majority. Elected officers include J F Brugge man and Adam Wilson as vice presidents secretary Eli A Knox treasurer T J Hamilton with a slate of directors and delegates to the National Builders Association in New York next month. Barnes is a longtime brick contractor noted for projects like the Lewis block and Fidelity Tile and Trust building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Builder's Exchange
Liberty Street
Lupton
Barnes
Tas DisPatch
W. B. Lupton
EH. R. Barnes
J. F. Bruggeman
Adam Wilson
Eli A
National Builders’ Association
New York
A. H. Lauman
A. Rasner
T. J. Williams
T. J. Hawken
Mies
National On
Exchange
Webster Street
Ean
Pittsburg
Lewis
Fidelity Tile and Trust Battling
Hussey and
Stevenson
Conference on fiat scale continues at manufacturers office
The annual fiat scale conference met yesterday at the Manufacturers' Association office and the Scale Committee of the Workers' Union. Mould scale details captured attention though no official publication was released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manufacturers’ Association
Workers’ Union
Tile Layers Union Meets Over Demands on Smithfield Street
The Tile Layers Union met last night at its Smithfield Street rooms to discuss demands placed on employers. One firm has drafted the demands and more are expected to follow shortly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Smithfield Street
Frm
Limited Delayed by Badge Wreck on Rail Line
The Pennsylvania Railroad limited was nearly three hours late last evening due to a badge wreck in the mountains. Erudyard Kipling has written a series for next Sunday's issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad
One Day's List of Accidents From the Usual Causes
A compiled list shows Andrew Shore killed after being struck by a Birmingham streetcar on a snowy curb near South Second street. Several others suffer injuries from slips, a toy air gun incident, a horse kick, a coupling mishap, and a pedestrian fall. Kapele a Hungarian is killed by a West Penn Railroad train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Shore
No. Jane Street
Birmingham
South Second Street
No. St
Ree Pice
Michael Duncan
Ciderville
William Helpricks
William Hendricks
Allegheny
Jouyx Voolt
John Vogle
William Cavanaugh
William Cavana Yoo
Kapele
West Penn
First Presbyterian services sought in Carnegie Hall during building
Allegheny council examines use of Carnegie Hall for First Presbyterian Church while a new church is built. Trustees seek partial Sunday access for 10:30 to 12 and 7:30 to 9, with proposed rates discussed. Officials authorize subcommittees to buy a dew safe and approve a $300 lot sale on Clark Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
City Property Committee
Ven
Carnecio
Cochrane
Waddington
First Presbyterian Church
Carnegie Hall
John 5. Slagle
Kennedy
Ca Ho
Slagle
Mr. Phipps
Lare
Board of Trustees
Clark Street
C. Pappert
C. Mackin
Fire Committee Meeting Delays Vote On Murray Bail
Allegheny Fire Committee hears testimony in altercation between Foreman Murray and Hippelys over brewery blaze. Elder Hippely decorates proceedings with heated remarks as Murray is exonerated. A late bill and Mendell’s injury prompt delay. payroll and future appropriation set, with plans for a new fire engine, hose, and copper wire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Fire Committee
Foreman Murray
Hose Company No. 0
Clarence Hippely
Hippely & Sons
Murray
Hippely
Young Hippely
EJ. Meneell
Mendell
Columbia Company
Cost of the Light in Allegheny Gas Committee Meeting
Three members of the Allegheny Gas Committee met at the electric light plant on Brad dock street to hear electrician Sweeney explain the plant operations. A follow up meeting is planned and the committee seeks a Westinghouse statement of running costs from July 16 to January. Estimated plant costs range from 16000 to 18000 to operate, supplying 313 arc lights and 2100 incandescent lights for the city, about 35000 annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Gas Committee
Messrs. Wolfe
Lahegh and Miller
Electric Light Plant
Braddock Street
Sweeney
Westinghouse Company
Sit Wontha
Park post contract awarded and appropriation urged
At the Allegheny Parks Committee meeting last evening the contract for 500 locust posts was awarded to H. Cullers at 98 cents per post. A repolotation requested a $26,000 appropriation for next year with $3,000 for walks. Water bills were approved by the Allegheny Water Committee. others were laid over due to poor attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Committees On Parks
H. Cullers
Allegheny Water
Allegheny Water Committee
Wire-manufacturers meeting ends in nothing
Report says the assembly of wire makers last week failed to form any combination as several leading manufacturers refused to join and did not send representatives. After days of effort the participants departed without agreement.
Unseen Gas Shortage Cripples Philadelphia Supply
The cold snap hit gas service with the Philadelphia Gas Company hardest as supply dwindled citywide. Officials blamed frozen ground, halted connections, and higher Monday demand from laundry use, leaving many blocks with little or no gas yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Company
Cam
Two Splendid Bargains at Hoffmann Music Store
A fine 714 octave upright piano with full iron frame carved case and excellent tone, fully warranted, $190. An upright in excellent condition $140. Also an Estey organ offered at $55. Hoffmann & Co., 537 Smithfield Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Hoffmann & Co
Smithfield Street
Estey
Agreement Reached Between Coke Operators and Miners
A compromise ends disputes between coke operators and miners with a new wage scale to start in February based on bushel totals. A meeting settled the issue and plans for the annual scale conference in this city on April 12 were announced. There is talk of inter state union action and a pre conference convention to revive the old agreement.
Auction Sale Of Jarrett Property After Escape
Southsiders gather at the Court House as A C Jarrett’s assets go to auction following his disappearance. Benjamin Breese bids most property amid many creditor claims, with limited chances of satisfaction. Local ads promote various remedies and goods for sale at low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Jarrett
Court House
Benjamin Breese
Jarrett
Bargain News and Discount Offers from Local Stores
A collage of shop notices lists deposits, capital, and surplus figures for a local bank at 401 Smithfield Street. It promotes fashion deals including silk fabrics, ribbed undergarments, and discounted outerwear from A. G. Campnet & Sons and Hueys Hacker, with several price cuts and low one dollar yard specials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smithfield Street
Cor
Fourth Avenue
Coal Shortage Halts West End Mills
Severe coal shortfall idled Woods and Lindsay mills yesterday in the West End. By today a supply is reported and both firms will operate full shifts. Glass agents have arrived to assess supplies and demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
Woods & Friend
Lindsay & McCutcheon
Van Huntington Quits Duquesne Hotel Post
Van Huntington, a popular Pittsburg hotel clerk at the Duquesne, has resigned for an offer from a prominent Eastern horse owner. He leaves after two years as night clerk and will be missed by his wide circle of friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Huntington
Pittsburg
Duquesne
Van
Deshou
Statler
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Industries IN Art
Gonrley
Nile
U. P
General Guthrie
Grover Cleveland Society
Virginia
Pittsburg and Mexican Tin Company
Rudyard Kipling
America
the Dispatch
Mercantile Library
Mr. Thompson
Pennsylvania
Chamber OF Commerce Meeting
Committee On Statistics
J. B. Washington
T. W. Barnsdall
Bradford
Norman A. Smith
C. L. Magee
Retail Grocers Dodge
K. of L
Scottdale
Friday
Dalzel
Hock
Eebela House
Builders’ Annual Meeting
Erudyard Kipling
First Presbyterians
Jos, Fleming & Séu
Market St
American Federation of Labor
Detroit
Mpers
Antrecht
Photographer
Gig Market St
Parker
Eipher
Tissu Hucvus & Hackz
Real Estate Savings Bank, Lim
Hucus & Hacks
Tissa
A. G. Campnet & Sons
Baces & Brut
Campbell & Sons
Gesvise
Alaska
Hueys Hacker
Curry University
Sixth Street
Mrs. Winslow
Federal Street
Evenine
Charles Seer
Jobo Bchubert
East
Lotes Club
Brussels
Edward
Plaid
Newmarkets
Seal
Market Street
Ulrich & Spencer
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