Unconstitutional Street Improvement Act Challenged in Allegheny
A court voids the 1587 act directing city councils to open widen and improve streets on petitions from a third of property owners finding the process a denial of petition rights and an unfair Board of Viewers system that skews damages and benefits to favor contractors and City interests. The ruling holds sections violate Article 3S section 7 of the Constitution and erode access to courts for property owners.
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Court of Common Pleas
Allegheny County
Board of Viewers
Courtess Common Pleas
Court of Justice
Sweb
Dora
Sectrm
Theny
Judements
Maiiesti
Judemente
Lismelchbor
Act of Assembly
Commonwealth
Major Moreland Abandons Office Over City Streets Policy
In Pittsburg Major Moreland deserts his post for his home country roads and city streets. W H House in the office voices a sharp private opinion that Judge Williams is narrow. The Board of Viewers is favored to manage street openings with cheaper, centralized control over damages and drainage.
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Major Moreland
W. H. House
Astral
Fragmentary Supreme Court Note on Board of Viewers
The passage notes that the Supreme Court has often sustained the Board of Viewers and that old acts were aligned with prior decisions. It mentions a bill prepared for county court judges, described as water proof, and references a city that existed and may continue to struggle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
City Officials Debate Street Improvement Refunds After Unconstitutional Law
Chief Bigelow and other city officials discuss potential refunds of funds paid for street improvements under an act now declared unconstitutional. They predict the city may face a test suit but expect most expenditures already made to stand, with new legislation likely needed to guide future work.
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Chief Bigelow
Boggs Avenue
Shiloh
Wyoming
Supreme Court
North Avenue
James Booth
Booth & Flinn
Mr. Bigelow
Grandview Avenue
Asken
Morrow
J. H. White
Philadelphia
Reading
Brown
Mayor Gouriey Grieves Over City Debt Decision
The mayor faced deep gloom as he read a court or council decision and refused to comment beyond noting that the debt would require funding outside the existing appropriation ordinance. Controller Morrow had informed him of the need for outside payment provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gouriey
Roair
Morrow
Germans Organize Separate Catholic Congregation in Homestead
German Catholics in Homestead have organized a new congregation after petitioning Bishop Phelan for permission a year ago. Services start next Sunday in Sheekman’s Hall with Father L B Doffner in charge. Ground is nearly purchased and a new church will begin spring construction alongside a $40,000 brick church and priest’s house planned by Father Hallion.
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Homestead
Phelan
Sheekman's Hall
L. B. Doffner
Father Hallion
Attack on Mrs Annie Knoblesch in Troy Hill Home
Detective Johnston arrested George Ingle after a late Tuesday assault on Mrs Annie Knobboseh at 285 Lowrie Street Troy Hill. Ingle reportedly burst in, struck her with a cobble stone and fists, causing severe head injuries and unconsciousness before fleeing. he was later captured on Villa Street.
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Johnston
Allerbeny
George Ingle
Troy Hill
Tuesay
Annie Knobboseh
Lowrie Street
Ingle
Methodist Ministers Guard Secrets Published Trial Proceedings
The trial of Rev. J T Riley continues with ministers guarding details already published. A proposal to publish trial proceedings was rejected as not fit for public release. Key affidavits from Zerner and Lewis of Braddock were submitted, and L G Brockenmyer testified about a love scene on a Baltimore and Ohio train.
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J.T. Riley
Becaus
Mimnich
Messrs. Zerner and
Lewis
Braddock
L.G. Brockenmyer
Baltimore and Ohio
Riley
Airs
Minnich
Suffering From Cold Spurs Coal Drive by Society
The Society for the Improvement of the Poor appeals for coal as many families suffer cold weather. Mrs Lippincott, superintendent, notes severe need and calls for beef tea and aid for the sick. A fundraising effort by Mr Brewer supports coal purchases for the poor, with dealer contributions welcomed.
Fire on Second Story Building Ends With No Loss
An incendiary blaze started by rats fire broke out in the second story of the building occupied by H. T. Gaily on Diamond street. No loss was reported as authorities investigated the source and cause of the fire.
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Rata
H. T. Gaily
Diamond Street
Woman Charged With Abandoning Infant Presented With Child
A woman charged with abandoning an infant was shown with her child in jail yesterday. The pair was to be separated again today to be sent to the Poor Farm for confinement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate McParnon
Education by kindness in schools urged by Western Pennsylvania Humane Society
The Western Pennsylvania Humane Society proposes a campaign to teach humanity in public schools across the region by weekly instruction on humane conduct, aiming to influence law and society beyond enforcement. President Leonard H. Eaton, a veteran educator, leads efforts with ministers, the pulpit, and newspapers to promote humane lessons among children and adults.
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Leonard H. Eaton
Western Pennsylvania Humane Society
Western
Pennsylvania
The
Humane Society
Eaton
Forbes Schools
Washington
Johnstown
Monongahela City
Eriesday
Board of Trade
Pittsburg
Five Dollar Counterfeit Note Circulating Warned by Detective
United States Detective McSweeny warned yesterday of a new counterfeit five dollar note from 1580 series. It bears Jackson’s portrait with a greenish background and coarse engraving, signed by Register W. Rosecrans and Treasurer J. W. Huston. The paper lacks the silk thread and the ink impressions are lighter and poorer, making it dangerous but not a good counterfeit, with limited circulation around Pittsburg and in Eastern locales.
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United States
McSweeny
W. & Rosecrans
J. W. Huston
Jackson
Pittsburg
Cules
Westinghouse Contracts Seal $200,000 Street Road Deals
HB M Harding and J L Barclay of Westinghouse Electric Company announced contracts totaling $200,000 for specific street road apparatus. The two Western and two Eastern city orders set payments at 30 and 6 days. Harling predicted $2.5 million in road department business this year, with optimism at the Duquesne.
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HB. M. Harding
J. L. Barclay
Chicago
Westinghouse Electric Company
Taxing Gas Receipts for City Revenue Debate
R S Frazer argues natural gas firms should face city gross receipts taxes due to street repairs and rising prices, while cable firms are a public benefit and should be taxed only if needed. He notes gas as luxury vs streetcars as necessity, urging revenue from gas but not from cables.
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R.S. Frazer
Frazer
Commonwealth
Fraser
East End
Mr. Frazer
Fort Wayne road brakeman killed. acid drinker ran amok
A list of local accidents reports a brakeman named Welsh killed near Anderson Street crossing after being struck by an engine. Other injuries include Wells fracturing a thigh at Shield's station, Maloney with a fractured leg from a fall, and Smith who drank acid by mistake. Coasting incidents injured Mulaney, Haines, Reeves, with varying severity.
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Ft. Wayne
Welsh
Fe Wayne
Anderson Street
Woods Run
Werells
James Wells
Shield's Station
West Penn Hospital
Wells
Maloney
John Maloney
Homestead Mill
Haines
Geo Haines
Emsworth
Reeves
John Reeves
Oliver Bros
Tenth Street Mill
Stewart Heads to Washington in Contest for Seat
Congressman-elect Andrew Stewart of Ohio Pyle traveled to Washington with Uniontown attorney Miner to discuss his dispute with opponent Mr Craig. Stewart said he expects fair treatment in a Democratic House and denies any fears of being unseated, noting he was fairly elected by the fans and will not be drawn into unfounded charges.
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Andrew Stewart
Ohio Pyle
Attorney Miner
Uniontown
Mr. Craig
Colonel Stewart
Washington
Dalzell
Beng
Democratic House
Craig
Aged Woman Dead in Pittsburg at 1706 Birth Ties
Mrs Huldah A Shuman died last night at her son in law J B Johnston s residence on Craig street Bellefield She was born at Brownsville in 1706 and married river boatsman Captain George Shuman a veteran of the War of 1812 Captain Shuman died twenty five years ago She lived with Johnston for twenty years and leaves seven children three surviving Mrs J S Johnston of this city Mrs Dotron of Brownsville and Captain Samuel Showman of Cincinnati Interment will be in Brownsville
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Huldah A. Shuman
Pittsburg
Johnston
Craigstreet
Bellefield
Shuman
Brownsville
George Shuman
Fever Infectious Cases and City Quarry Opening
The decem ber mortuary report shows 380 total deaths in December with 74 infant deaths and 49 child deaths ages 1 to 6. Diphtheria caused 100 cases and 26 deaths, scarlet fever 10 non fatal, typhoid 50 deaths. The city opens Schenley Park Quarry for on site stone supply. bidding closes at 2 pm for a stone crusher engine boiler and appliances. city crews will quarry and crush stone for roads in the park.
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Issu
Old City
East End
Southside
Schenley Park
Postal Service Inspectors Visit Pittsburg Office
RC Jackson Superintendent of Railway Mail Service and A Bort Superintendent of the Fifth division visit Pittsburg inspecting the service. Mr Jackson comes from the division's headquarters while Clerk W F Hitt attends, highlighting general arrangements and efficiency of operations.
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Pittsburg
RC. Jackson
Sod A. Bort
Mr. Jackson
Oe Cipelpnau
W. F. Hitt
Ee Ee Ee
Cesemise
O A & General Lapeovenens
Eight Hour Workday Bill Takes Center Stage
George Dovey, representing D 4 3, K of L, leaves for Harrisburg with a bill to fix eight hours as the daily limit for state departments and institutions. The measure, endorsed by local unions, would empower the governor to suspend or dismiss violators and would apply across departments, prisons, and public works. The convention will also discuss ballot reform, factory laws, mine inspection, and other labor issues.
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George Dovey
K. of L
Legislative Convention
Harrisburg
General Assembly
Evans
Dovey
Organized
Post Office Strike Settled In Chicago Labor Row
The Chicago strike at the Government Building ended as workers agreed to join the local union. Master Timers questioned the action, noting a standing conference for grievances and criticizing walking delegates while unions consider leaving the Trades Council. Local union members agreed to direct settlements with employers, amid concerns over costs and delays.
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Chicago
Rasner & Dinger
Market Street
William Keely
A. Rasner
Thomas W. Irwin
J. B. Nobbs
Thomas McElroy
Trades Council
Rasner
Glass Trade Faces Low Stocks Says Jaques
George M. Jaques editor of Crockery and Glass Journal remains at the Monongahela House and plans to visit East Liverpool today. He notes nationwide low stocks and shrinking prices over five years, with buyers operating hand to mouth and dealers cautious about large inventories. He also cites furniture prices down 20 years due to combinations, while suppliers secure favorable rates.
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George M. Jaques
Crockery and Glass Journal
Monongahela House
East Liverpool
R. Jaques
Jaques
Postponed Hearings on Braddock Riot Case
Hearings in the Hungarian riot case at Edgar Thomson Steel Works were postponed at Braddock yesterday, necessitating the recommitment of 2 of 34 prisoners. Justice of the Peace Holizmap set the hearing for Saturday after noon at 1, while the works resume normal operations and the firm reports steady wages and adequate labor without rioter hires.
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Edgar Thomson Steel Works
Braddock
Poosae
Justice of the Peace
Holizmap
Eagard Thomson Works
Lashman
Trouble Among Salesmen Strikes Local Firm
A well known local firm faced unrest as salesmen alleged breach of faith. A heated meeting was held last night amid reports that a key partner or manager may have violated trust, prompting calls for accountability and potential reforms within the company.
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Lavely
Hatter
Dispute over Union Officers and Store Open Christmas
The assembly debated keeping the Store open last Christmas and named Master Workman Evana to investigate the matter today. A controversy arose over the Secretary and financial secretary elect assuming duties, with accusations of dereliction of attendance and bad standing. The case was referred to the District Master Workman.
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Evana
Polot
Miners Officials Visit City Say Most Strikes Yield Demands
President McLaughlin and Secretary Boyd of the United Mine Workers visited the city yesterday reporting that miners were out at all works except seven where demands had been conceded.
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McLaughlin
Boyd
United Mine Workers
Rae to Attend K of L Legislative Convention
President Rae of the United Mine Workers toured through Pittsburg yesterday on the way to Harrisburg for a meeting of the K of L Legislative Convention. The trip underscores union activity as Rae plans to address delegates and discuss labor policy.
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Rae
United Mine Workers
Pittsburg
Harrisburg
K. of L
Looking After Machinery in City Visit
Concretaman W. F. Neidringhaus visited the city yesterday to review orders for equipment intended for his planned tim plate plant in St. Louis.
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Concretaman
W. F. Neidringhaus
Tim Plate
St. Louis
Industrial Notes and Labor Movements in 19th Century Mills
Industrial notes report C C Groomers as a leading candidate for Master Workman of D A 3 KE of L with no settlement yet at Valley Mill Youngstown Iberton puddiers strike ward fron Eagle Mills West End shut for water pipe dirt. corkworkers' scale to be arranged. wages up about 10 percent. C R Hopnam Wheeling reports spring rail orders look hopeful. Pittsburg wholesale druggists move to form a price stabilizing combination to halt price declines. A turned switch at East Liberty derailed two freight cars yesterday and caused a temporary halt to service. The teas eas gut.
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C.C. Groomers
D. A
Youngstown
Iberton Puddiers
Ward Fron
Eagle Mills
West End
C. R. Hopnam
Wheeling
Pittsburg
East Liberty
Mansfield man accuses police of assault and entry
Henry B Marsden of Mansfield charges Constable George Foster and Officer Bowman with assault and battery and forcible entry after a warrant for Marsden arrest for disorderly conduct. Marsden, in Mercy Hospital in serious condition, alleges the officers broke in and assaulted him. Samuel Mason claims Thomas Henry struck him on the head with a club, causing a skull injury. A suit for felonious assault and battery follows. Frank Minster, Jacob Miller and Martin Crialenger face charges for bonfire on Brownsville avenue using a fence owned by contractor John Eichley Jr. Charles Steng & Sox, 1% East Street, charged with receiving 1.02% pounds of lead stolen from Joseph McDermott's scrap. Thieves robbed jewelry store of William Sutton, 439 Butler Street, of goods worth 75 early yesterday. John N Eshe, 4 North Street, Allegheny, paid 00 and costs for abusing his wife.
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Henry B. Marsden
Mansfield
George Foster
Bowman
Frank Minster
Jacob Miller
Martin Crialenger
Brownsville Avenue
John Eichley
Charles Steng & Sox
East Street
Joseph McDermott
William Sutton
Butler Street
Johnn Neshe
North Street
Allegheny
Cheated Out of Her Passage Money and Assault Report
Josef Horodnovitch a Polish man was held on $500 bail after a hearing by Alderman Succop for swindling Mrs Barbara Garber out of $140. Garber’s friends had raised funds to send her back to Poland. The case highlights alleged deceit and a bail setting at the present term of court.
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Josep Horodnovitch
Barbara Garber
Alderman Succop
Fire at Third National Bank in Allegheny prompts alarms
Smoke was noticed coming from the counting room of the Third National Bank in Allegheny yesterday morning. Firemen found a pan burning in the furnace in the cellar and removed the ting to prevent further damage.
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Third National Bank
Allegheny
Annual Gathering of Heinz Company Salesmen in Allegheny
The Heinz Company holds its annual salesmen convention in the new Heinz building in Allegheny with over a hundred delegates from San Francisco Texas St Paul Denver and New England attending. B C Christy spoke on trade mark infringements and proprietary rights under patent laws. Delegates enjoy meals in the attached restaurant and entertainments at the Seventh Avenue Hotel as the event nears its close with a grand banquet planned for the evening.
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H. J. Heinz Company
Heinz
Allegeny
San Francisco
Texas
St. Paul
Denver
New England States
B. C. Christy
Elegant Cambric and Muslin Lace Garments in Varied Styles
An advertisement lists open-front Cambric and French Nainsook garments with Torchon lace trims, V-shaped yoke embroidery, and fine network of tucks. Prices range from five dollars to thirty five, highlighting exclusive pieces in Muslin and Cambric with lace and embroidery details.
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Mother Hubbard
Hamburg
Victoria
Dozens of Cambric Styles Trimmed with Embroideries
A catalog shows cambric styles in many shapes with embroideries and laces. Prices range from $1 up to $450 with several mid tier tags like $75 $150 $275 and other listed figures.
Great sale offers widest assortment of goods and prices
The largest assortment ever shown with well-made finishes and best values at 1 125 150 175 2 2 5 each. Sale includes everything from the cheapest to high class items and daily replenishment of lower grades with the newest styles as they appear.
Horne and Co PS January Sale by Mail Orders Solicited
Reminder of January sales from Horne and Company P S invites mail orders. Emphasizes remembering past promotions and continuing sales by mail.
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P. S
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Annie Knoblesch
Troy Hl
the Society For the Improvement of
Jalil
Westinghouse
Stewart
John Dalzell
John Benco
Castle Garden Row
Second Avenue
Soho
Benco
Salesmen's Convention
People’s Store
Marvin
Bisck An Eine
Hueus & Hackr
Usssu
Boces & Bunt
People's Store
Alaska
Hocous& Hacks
Tissa
Aufrecht
Elite Gallery
Usso
C. 8. Wight
Baltimore and Ohio Road
New York
Wricht
Wight
Mary Glasco
Twelfth Ward
Department of Charities
Mifflin Street
Pleasant Valley
Madison Avenue
Plaid
Newmarkets
Seal
Loch
Cisarte Ben
Sos
Jal Risso
Brussels
Groetzinger
Penn Avenue
U.&s
Ulrich & Spencer
Pittabure
JOS. Horne & CO
Penn Ave
Muslin and Cambrie
Horne & CO
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