Fetterman Denies Withdrawal Amid Pittsburgh Political Hope
Reports claim ex judge Fetterman withdrew from Reed's seat bid, denied by Fetterman who vows continued fight. Allegheny Bar group plans to meet the President in Washington to discuss the case. observers expect a revenue collector appointment tied to Western Pennsylvania contests and a possible Stewart designation.
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Pittsburg
Fettern
Eye Reed
United States
Judce Fetterman
Comitee
Allegheny
Eoatten
Washeron
Sorgrom
Reed
Fetterman
Washington
Mey
Guy Lonser
Onteine
Indignant Democrats Discuss Third Division Chair Choice
Local Democrats in Pennsylvania debated the selection of W. C. Brennensc as chair for the third division. Rumors claim Clark was installed to influence a congressional nomination, while Kuhns denies undue influence and asserts the election was legal.
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Messrs Kukna
Weetand
Austin Clark
R.A. Meouch
Armstrong
Pittrie
Jocal Eters
Mr. Kuhns
Pittsburz
Br. Kuhns
Congress
Thas Tie Merrellie Clark
Armstene
Taft
Sed
Harrity Goffer contest dominates Democratic committee vote
The Harrity Goffer clash over W Scott’s National Committee seat heats up as Kerr supporters back Kerr for re election. A Field county Democrat says Guffey and Kerr may both win while Harrity seeks to deny Kerr another term as State Chairman and to rebuke perceived ingratitude.
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Goffer
Cntfield County
Itsburg
Iairman Kerr
Owr
Guffey
Kerr
Arrity
Stiison
J. Harrity
Bburden
Pattison
Mr. Harrity
Biefest
Congress
Mayor Wyman Endorsed by Alegheny Republican Club
The Alegheny Republican Club endorsed Mayor Wyman for the delegate contest to the National Convention. The meeting also backed Congressman Stone as a faithful member of Congress and discussed candidates A Parka and Mésis McDonald for positions within the club.
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Erepublican Club
Republican Club
Alegheny
Ding
Voriman
Debete
Congressman Stone
Congress
Youmeas A. Parka
Levate
Mésis McDonald Vt
Alien
Yman
Endorsement Shifts Field in Delegation Race
The endorsement moves him into a firm position for national delegate and urges him to persist in his bid. It signals Mayor Wrman will gain backing from Stone, Park, Marshall and Med, heightening his competitiveness in the contest.
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Wrman
Stone
Park
Marshall
Med
Nominated candidates named at Twenty-ninth ward meeting
At a heated Bedford schoolhouse gathering the Twenty-ninth ward Republicans nominated John Benz for Select Council John Mosehel for Common Council August Kriel and A J Locke for School Directors and Fred Filger for Ward Assessor. J M Shafer opposed Benz renomination and left after poor reception. Benz is the current Select Councilman.
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Bedford School House
John Benz
Select Council
John Mosehel
Common Council
August Kriel
A. J. Locke
Fred Filger
J. M. Shafer
Benz
Judge Grants Non-Suit in Collins V Dispatch Libel Case
A non-suit was entered against Stephen Collins in his libel suit against The Dispatch Publishing Company. Judge White ruled Collins failed to prove a legal case as the article was deemed proper public information and not proven malicious. Circulation figures referenced by witnesses varied, with later records showing higher daily totals.
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Stephen Collins
Pittsburg
Postoffics
Dispatch Publishing Company
Collins
A. M. Brown
Major Brown
Dispatch
Brown
Young
White
van Senden
Madden
the DisPaper
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Mr. Madden
von Senden
One Term for a President Sparks Baltimore Visitor
Daniel Pride traveling passenger agent for the Ohio and Mississippi road in Baltimore spoke in the city yesterday. He advocated a single presidential term with a lifelong pension, arguing it would end the re election scramble and alienate supporters of Harrison. He also noted revive passenger traffic after holidays with strong spring prospects.
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Daniel Pride
Ohio and Mississippi Road
Baltimore
Bride
Quay
Harrison
Ben Harrison
Trafic
Grip Epidemic Reported With Small Number of Deaths
Pittsburg Health Bureau reports four deaths from grip this season while noting numerous mild cases in the city. Dr. J Guy McCandless warns of possible renewed spread with changeable weather and advises keeping the digestive system healthy and feet dry with heavy shoes to prevent colds.
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Health Bureau
J. Guy McCandless
Pittsburg
Rain Plagues City Wires and Transit
Heavy rain disrupted telegraph and telephone lines across the city. Police reported grounded wires and many false alarms. Electric railway lines faced similar issues with slippery tracks hindering service.
Warrants Issued Against Sunday Newspaper Workers
Law and Order Society agent McClure claims warrants were issued for 25 to 30 Sunday paper workers and arrests to follow, targeting newsboys carriers and stand sellers while proprietors and inside staff are spared for now. Alderman Roche denies issuing warrants. McClure stands by his statement and says more arrests will come as authorities proceed.
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Law and Order Society
Alderman Roche
Roche
Citizens’ Detective Bureau
Robe
Mr. McClure
Allegheny County
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
American Sabbath Association
Legrate
Houston
McCrory
Law and Order League
Rohe
Evenin
Law and Order
So- Bee
Frazer
Marron
Warmecastle
Alderman King
Southside
Oakdale
Incomplete Ward Appeals Cloud Valuation Rise Insight
The Board of Assessors works late as 19 wards’ records arrive with many still missing from wards including Third and Eighteenth. Appeals from Ninth Tenth Fifteenth have been closed, with notices sent, while Chief Assessor Case says the valuation increase cannot yet be determined and prior estimates are only guesses.
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Board of
Architects Ready to Object Over Library Plans
Chairman James B. Scott and Chief Bigelow met at City Hall to discuss changes to library plans. Architects whose designs were rejected threaten objections if material changes occur, with a site visit planned in the park in coming days.
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James B. Scott
Carnegie Library Commission
Bigelow
City Hall
Robbery Attack Reported On Highland Avenue Bridge
A young woman was assaulted by a man on the Highland avenue bridge yesterday afternoon. Her father asked her name be kept secret and later gave police a description: male, rough clothes, heavy black mustache, black soft hat. He allegedly said Come to my arms Can’t says she I’ve rheumatism Get Salvation Oil. MWFSu
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Highland Avenue Bridge
Salvation Oil
Gloves for Ladies Cashmere at A G Camprent & Sons
An advertisement for 300 dozen fine English cashmere gloves for ladies offered at 50 cents reduced to 25 cents. Textile dealer A G Camprent & Sons lists its address at 25nd 27 Fifth ay.
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A. G. Camprent & Sons
A. G. CampBen & Sons
A. G. Campbell & Sons
Cent a Word Columns Promote Classified Help
The Dispatch highlights the popularity of its Cent a Word classified columns across all classes. Readers are urged to respond to advertisements for prompt, desirable sources and to save time and effort using the paper’s want columns.
Big Liberty Street Fire Destroys McKee Block
A major blaze on Liberty Street destroyed the J. A. McKee block near Decatur. Loss is estimated at 35000 dollars with five ground floor storerooms 502 to 506 Liberty street. Fire started on the second floor at 502 Edlis Co dealers in barber furniture and supplies. Quick action by No. 1 Company saved adjacent property. The blaze marked the fourth within a month within two city blocks.
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J. A. McKee
A. Edlis& Co
Decatur Street
Liberty
Decatur Streets
Edlis & Co
Snyder
No. 1. Company
Edlis
McKee
Pleasant Valley Traction Company elects officers and reports gains
Stockholders praised the Pleasant Valley Traction Company at the annual meeting. President D F Henry outlined 1891 operations, noting 23 miles of track, new 4 50 hp engines, three Edison dynamos, and 25 hp reserve. Car house upgrades and added equipment boosted capacity to 11 cars and 10 motor cars, with passengers up by 17 percent and miles run up. Treasurer Ramsey reported cash balances and cross recounts totaling $583,505.39.
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Graham
Pleasant Valley Traction Company
George Gorman
Jas. K. Rodgers
D. F. Henry
Miles Johnson
Totel
Westinghouse
Mt. Troy
Californian Avenue
Henry
William H. Graham
Treasury RK. F
Fire Engulfs Edlis Block. Massive Losses Reported
The three alarm blaze swept floors of the Edlis building, a wooden five–story brick structure, trapping offices and furniture shops. Losses run to 32 000 to 35 000 with tenants including Edlis Co Lambert Bros Wilson Philips Farmers Produce Co Chautauqua Butter Co and Liberty Printing Co sustaining damage. Police Superintendent Weir remains seriously ill as firefighters battle the blaze and insurance limits.
Milbourne reports oil country activity and Northwest pickup
J. H. Milbourne, passenger agent for Union Pacific, returned from a trip through the oil country and New York. He notes business in the Northwest is picking up. Rev H Watrecan writes from Camdes NJ praising Dr D Jayne's Expectorant as a reliable remedy for bronchial and pulmonary ailments.
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J. ©. Milbourne
Union Pacific Road
New York
Northwest
H. Watrecan
D. D
New Jersey
M. E
Camdes
N. J
Cras
Whitecar
Cheap Overcoats and Ulsters Offered in Pittsburg
A Pittsburg clothier advertises 175 men’s chinchilla overcoats and 175 chinchilla ulsters for 6 dollars each. Also promotes winter rail rates to Washington D C with special Pullman trains, safe deposit vaults, discounted handkerchiefs, and free framed pictures with every dozen.
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Pennsylvania R. A
Washington, D. C
Pittsburg
Points
Union Station
Pennsylvania Limited
Baltimore
San Francisco
Samuel Moody
Pennsylvania Lines
Laberty Street
Reformers Wrangle Over Allegheny Reform Association
The Allegheny Reform Association struggles with internal disputes over hiring attorneys to prosecute city officials. Executive Committee members clash over selections while Langfitt and Elphinstone face uncertain roles, and the group contemplates another attorney as meetings continue without resolution. The annual meeting re elected officers with no other business.
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Allegheny Reform Association
Committee of Fifty
Elphinstone
Wyman
Pearson
Hastings
Orney
Langfitt
Allegheny
Reform Association
John Walker
Theodore Sproul
James Bovard
N. Patterson
James W. Collins
J. Gilbert Follansbee
W. S. Thompson
M. Pontefract
James McCord
Joan Robb
Mr. Robb
Pontefract
Walker
Robb
W. R. Thompson
Wymans
Pont
Marshall, Robb
Major Montooth
Great After Stocktaking Sale Offers Deep Reductions
A historical sale notice highlights drastic discounts on ladies capes, dress patterns, and fabrics. Items include capes originally 12.50 to 15 now 8.50, plain and fur trimmed fashions, English and Cheviot suitings reduced to 75 cents and 1.25, dress patterns cut to 15 18, and French robes down to 8.
Advert for assorted goods and prices from a vintage listing
An 18th or 19th century style advertisement lists items with prices including 25 cents and 40 pence, and notes other items at 65, 75, 85 cents and one dollar. The lines suggest a sale of various products with emphasis on quality and trimming.
Largest stock value sale at 25 sec 75c 85c and gr
The notice advertises a major stock sale offering the best value yet, with prices listed as 25 seconds, 75 cents, 85 cents, and per gram. The announcement emphasizes the quantity and low pricing for buyers.
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