Law and Order Society in Pittsburgh Reconsidered After Past Work
An older view of the Law and Order Society recalls its 1880s push to close saloons and curb Sunday gambling. Current leaders, including J. W. Houston and Major Neeley, resist public disclosure while noting only three active executives. The group relies on private donations and a treasurer reports funds come from various contributors, with debates about future action and usefulness.
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the Law and Order Society
Ben
Law and Order Society
Pittsburg
McCall
Pitssberg
Lave
Cricinel Law and Order Society
J. W. Houston
Law
Mr. Houston
Major Negler
J. T. Yoder
Samuel A. Wood
A. Legeate
Siey
Sedieal
Bowen
Major Neeley
Hooten
Leggate
McCrory
McClure
Excelsior
Messer
Allegheny Liquor Dealers’ Association
Emi
Wishart
Hoesser
Mgr. Houston
Central Law and Order League
Lawrenceville League
MecCallin
Lafayette Hall
W. A. Herron
Law and Order League
Messrs. McCrory
Houston
Supreme Court declines review in oil pumping case
Law and Order Society v Gillespie et al. affirms lower court decision fining defendants for pumping oil on Sunday. Court dismisses further review, calling it idle to revisit such questions and noting no appeal exists.
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Law and Order Society
William M. Gillespie
Supreme Court
Furniture in Flames at Water Street Factory Fire
Fire discovered at 1:30 a m in the furniture and upholstery factory of Haugh and Keenan at 32 Water Street. Two hose streams were needed due to distant water plugs as the blaze burned for about an hour, causing heavy damage to the second and third floors and consuming substantial unseen consi property.
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Water Street
Haugh & Keenan
Consi Property
Carnegie Library Plan Adopted for Schenley Park
The Carnegie Library Commission selected Longfellow Alden and Harlow to design the main library at the Schenley Park entrance in Renaissance style. The project, with stone and brick construction, includes a museum on the second floor and space for science and art libraries, plus an art school area on the west end.
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Carnegie Library Commission
Schenley Park
Longfellow, Alden & Harlow
Tis Osatarion
Carnegie funds purchase of granite library building in Pittsburgh
The plan for a new Carnegie library on Forbes street in Pittsburgh calls for a 400 by 150 foot granite two story building with basement, an eastern music hall of 2,500 seats, and circulating libraries with capacity for 240,000 volumes. Longfellow Alden & Harlow design won the commission, with six alternate designs selected and premiums of 2,000 each for the runners up. Carnegie may add 100,000 to cover granite construction, bringing the total near 800,000 dollars funded by Carnegie's gift with 300,000 reserved for branch libraries.
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Forbes Street
Carnegie
Pittsburg
Frank T. Cooper
W. 8. Fraser
Kreis & Richards
New York
George RK. Mann
St. Louis
James T. Steen
Shepley
Rutan & Coolidge
Boston
Longfellow, Alden & Harlow
Bellefield Avenue
Music Hall
H.H. Richardson
Court House
Longfellow and
Harlow
Alden and
Longfellow
Shepley, Rutan & Coolidge
Frank Irving Cooper
H. H
Starved Widow Found Dead in Pittsburg Tenement
In the Thirteenth ward John Weidenhofel found his tenant August Zuize's wife dead on their bed with two hungry children nearby. The couple, recent German immigrants, had no food for two days and the police search for Zuize continues as the department of charities handles the body.
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John Weidenhofel
Harmer Street
August Zuize
Weidenhofel
Zaize
Germany
Muddle at Model Building and Loan over McConnell case
A special meeting of the Model Building and Loan Association directors discussed pursuing charges against defaulting treasurer George T. McConnell. His brothers seek funds to settle claims, aiming for an arrangement that could bring release from prison and resume business. The North American Guarantee Co plans to pay the $5,000 bond once formalities are done, Br. P eecamer was elected treasurer, and Samuel Wainwright filed an information on behalf of the directors with a hearing set for 7:00 pm at Alderman Kerr's office.
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Model Building and Loan Association
George T. McConnell
North American Guarantee Company
McConnell
BR. P.eecamer
Pennsylvania National Bank
Association
Samuel Wainwright
R. M. Sands
Alderman Kerr
Public Safety Committee Approves Murphy Budget Figures
The Allegheny Public Safety Committee sub panel on fire approved Chief Murphy’s estimates for next year. Three new engine houses are set at 29009 dollars, elevating the department’s total to 296000 dollars for the year.
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Murphy
Allegheny Public Safety Committee
Public Safety Department
Coldest Day Yet as Winter Deepens
The piece notes yesterday was the coldest day of the season with 13 degrees at 6 p m and forecast to drop to 8 by midnight. Sergeant Stewart of the Weather Bureau predicts a brief cold spell ending in a few days with snow expected to disappear. Gallinger Jeweler remains at 1200 Penn Avenue.
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Mercury
Stewart
Weather Bureau
Coeeter
Gallinger
Penn Avenue
Sherman in Perfect Health After Ohio Senate Victory
Sherman returns to Washington after winning a sixth term in the U S Senate from Ohio. He chats with reporters at Union Station about health, redistricting, Blaine and Harrison prospects, and Democratic odds. He notes McKinley’s limited campaign role and predicts a free silver bill, plus cautious tariff moves.
Westmoreland Hope Highlights Internal Revenue Pick
Pittsburg reporters note brighter odds for Folten Lyon of Westmoreland to win the collector of internal revenue post as delays linger. Secretaries Foster and the President weigh moves while Graham and Miller supporters push back amid lingering uncertainty and party splits.
Power to Fill Vacancies on National Committee Debated
Chairman Brennen urged the State Committee to elect a successor to the late W. L. Scott on the National Committee. He cited prior fills by state committees in Connecticut South Carolina and New York and argued Pennsylvania should have the same right. The feud between Guffey and Harrity widens as anti administration factions join the fight. Recorder Von Bonhhorst said he will be a delegate from the Twenty fourth District despite Ewing opposition and claimed support from Fayette county.
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Brennen
State Committee
W. L. Scott
Mr. Brennen
W. H. Barnum
Connecticut
William Dawson
South Carolina
Herman Oelrichs
New York
James F. Sheehan
Rochester
N. Y
Pennsylvania
Mr. Brennan
National Committee
Guffey
Harrity
von Bonhorst
von Bonhhorst
Twentyfourth
Blaine
Fayette County
Plate Mill Turmoil at Homestead Ends with New Crew
Quiet returns as Homestead 119 inch plate mill restarts with a new shearcrew after New Year’s Day trouble. Two quitters are reinstated, none of the disruption caused the stoppage, which occurred during nickel steel plate rolling. Rumor says the National Lodge may call a mill out on strike to back armor plate workers demanding 200 percent wage increases. Brasco office thanks Southside teachers and scholars and local businesspeople for holiday donations aiding the poor.
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Homestead
National Lodge
Brasco
Carson
Pittsburg Association For Improvement of
Southside
Attractive Friday sale ofrece Bargains on mens and boys apparel
A local store advertises a Friday sale with low prices on coats overcoats and suits for men and boys. Offers include cape overcoats, double breasted men coats, ulsters, cassimere suits and pants with sizes and styles described, located at the corner Grant and Diamond opposite the Court House.
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P. C
Pittsburg Combination Clothing Company
Corner Grant and
Diamond Ulsters
Court House
Underwear sales draw shoppers to Jos Horne & Co.
A brisk dress goods promotion at Jos Horne & Co. stores on Peon Avenue BK offers jackets and fur trimmed garments at reduced prices. The advertisement urges daily attendance to grab bargains on items including black Victina jackets with lynx fur trimming and satin lining, noting substantial markdowns from prior prices.
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Victina
Boces & Bunt
The People’s Store Fifth Avenue Capes at 1 Cent
The People’s Store on Fifth Avenue offers capes at one cent with remaining stock to be sold today. Muffs likewise discounted and items such as combination maternity and plush fabrics are advertised. Flannels and imported wool fabrics are available at 25 and 35 cents per piece.
factions Prepare for Democratic Delegate Fight in Allegheny
Allegheny Democrats brace for a rough contest over National Convention delegates. Kennedy Fagan with Foley face Fleming Larkin OLeary Brennen Kerr independent Howley plots target Cleveland. McKenna holds sway as a potential kingmaker while factions seek state admin backing for Cleveland delegates.
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Allegheny County
Ed SS. Kennedy
Charles A. Fagan
P. Foley
George Fleming
Pittsburg
T. O'Leary, Jr
John B. Larkin
W. J. Brennen
Thomas R. Kerr
Brennen-Kerr
William Howley
Kennedy
Faenn
Cleveland
Fleming
Rainey
Brennen
Kerr
Withal
McKenna
Odds and Ends Sale Note
Every department lists stock taking leftovers marked at nominal prices to clear space for spring assortments. Extra values appear in Silk, Black and Colored Dress Goods and Ladies Jacket and Wrap departments for quick sale.
Opening of New India Silks and French Chanis Lines
The firm announces the week’s opening of new India silks and French chanis with choice printings, exclusive styles, and premier selections for the season.
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India
January Bargain Frenzy Promises Daily Deals All Month
Five days of the biggest moving of goods these stores ever knew in January. If you haven't been here yet you have missed thousands of bargain chances. Each day you put off coming adds thousands to your lost-for-ever opportunities. But we've made ample provision for a great 30 days sale. What went yesterday only made way for what is offered today. Come every day, it will pay you well.
Today’s Stock Adds Value To Cambric Gowns
The notice highlights newly opened stock with wide varieties of Cambric Gowns. Items include handsomely finished gowns with lace at $2.25 and $2.50, Vshape fronts with Val Lace at $2 and $2.25, and at $3.25 a gown with Jabots in Val Lace Torchon Lace and Point de Paris trims. Complete outfits offered in finer grades.
Bargains on Cambric Corset Covers Dominate Counter
Morning sale highlights large Cambric Corset Covers in various shapes with Embroidery and Lace trims. Prices cut from 1 to 5.2 dollars and from 2 to 3. - A new square neck Cambric Corset Cover with Point de Paris yoke offered at 1.35 dollars. New V and Low Square Neck styles priced 1.25 to 2 dollars with Lace trims and Val Lace options.
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Point de Paris
Skirts Offered At Deep Sale Prices In Wide Range
A local sale features several Cambric and Muslin skirts with lace trim flounces and embroidery. Prices from 2.00 to 3.00 with advertised value up to 3.50 and mail orders invited for prompt service.
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Pras
Jaxes W. Hersros
A. Lecoats
Vourn
RS. Sarra
Saute
1. Woon
W. RB. Hamirox
Wiluian K. G.A
A. Warrresiox
A Tiack
Omar McCueri
A and Sea
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A. Legsate
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J. A. Bell
Stowe
Ork
Penn Dictine
Penn Incline Desort
Stohie
Costa
Stahle
Uw Dock
A. Leggate
Dean
Cr. Dean
Peter Dick
Campbell & Dick
Law and Order
Longfellow, Alden & Harlow’s
Carnegie Library
Steen
Cooper
Fraser
MR. Carnegie
Chief Bigelow
Ferguson Building
Third Avenue
Plano
James B. Scott
E M. Ferguson
A. F. Keating
Commission
E M. Bigelow
Department of Public Works
the Library Commission's Choice
Model B & L. Muddle
Sherman
Ohio
Harrison
McKinley
John Sherman
United States Senate
Union Station
Columbus
Washington
Senate
E.i G. Rathbone
Senator Sherman
Mr. Foraker
Foraker
Cincinnati Commercial Gazette
Toledo Blade
Gacutle
Halstead
Deacon Smith
Palmer
Carlisle
Kentucky
Congress
House
Lyon
Weir
United States
Eighth Ward
Franklin
C. W. Green
D. Bryant
Westmoreland
Folten Lyon
Warmcastle
Graham
Miller
Foster
R. A. Fulton Lyon
Westmoreland County
Huff
Hood
Indiana County
The
Plate Mill
Jos. Horne & Co
Peon Avenue
the People's Store
Fifth Avenue
Camprett & Dick
Boces & Buns
la Grivre
Rider & Winthrop
Boocs & Bus
Ascot
Teck
James H. Aiken & Co
Fifth Ave
Boces & Bunn
Odds and Ends
Market St
Fort Pitt
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Fifth Ave. and
Jos. Horne
Penn Avenue Stores
Our
Priess
Penn Ave
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