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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1890
Page
2
The speaker, a patriot hostile to exile pardons, argues Spain must broaden character and minds through decades of reform. He presents a manuscript on political economy and travel notes, praising American republican influence and foreign perspectives entering the United States.
Mrs. H M Curry reported a $20 robbery by Mary Allen, a colored chambermaid. Detectives tracked her to Wilie Avenue where the suspect was seized with the beads and money officer Robinson arrested her at Central Station. Mrs. Curry, contacted at Neville Street, declined to press charges after the suspect promised to repay the funds.
Special Officer Diersi of the Southside was shocked by a live dead telegraph wire hanging across Carson Street near Seventh Street. He tried to straighten it when the wire sparked and danced him severely but he escaped injury.
Trains brought Catholic clergy to St Pauls Cathedral for the month's mind service in memory of Bishop Talge. Rt Rev O Hara Scranton will chant the office of the dead at 9 30. Father Conway will be master of ceremonies. Several priests from Altoona, Allegheny, Harrisburg and nearby parishes will take part in the ceremony.
Executors of the estate of the late William Thaw are closing matters rapidly. Reports indicate several small bequests have already been paid, though details on recipients and amounts remain undisclosed. One executor declined to identify payees or sums, adding he doubted recipients would welcome public disclosure.
A blaze last night on Grand avenue in Allegheny's Tenth ward consumed two two story frame houses owned by George Lloyd. Both were valued at 2000 dollars and insured for 1500. One house was vacant and the fire originated there. A ten alarm was sent due to lack of water and no local fire box.
William Kennewig was committed to jail by Alderman Doughty last night on charges of malicious mischief and breach of the peace. Mrs. 8 L Altenbaugh filed the information alleging the defendant entered her grocers shop on Fortieth street, drove out customers, and threatened her life.
At about 10:30 last night a Pittsburgh Allegheny patrol wagon brought in a well dressed young woman named Mrs Sheller along with a 10 month old baby and a 5 year old girl on East Street. The woman and children were described as a mother and her offspring. Local officers described the trio as a family unit connected to a Mrs Sheller.
A large Wilkinsburg public school building valued at 45 000 to 48 000 was completely wrecked by a fire last evening. The blaze began in the belfry and spread rapidly aided by a gale. Principal J D Anderson assistant Prof Slater and two teachers Mary Moffit and Mollie Gibson were in the office when it started. Citizens and pupils helped salvage some items but the structure burned to walls. The fire department was unavailable, and theories point to possible carelessness or electrical causes. The board plans to rebuild using insurance proceeds to liquidate debts and issue new bonds.
City Hall discussed relocating the Delinquent Tax Collector’s office to the fifth floor amid public interest. Tax receipts are reported at 30 000 to 50 000 dollars monthly, and critics urge keeping financial offices together on the ground floor.
Detective Coulson disputes a published photo linking Nosey Allen to Eggy Conroy. He calls Allen a habitual clothing thief once jailed for stealing coats, with no link to jewelry theft or murder. He recalls Allen in Central station No 2 cell and notes arrests by Captain Mercer for clothing theft and other offenses.
The Western Pennsylvania Brick Exchange met at the Grain and Flour Exchange with President M Mawhinney presiding and W E B Hersperger newly named secretary. A routine agenda produced the annual price list: soft or salmon 7.50 per 1000 hard 8 common front 11 paying 10 select stock 15. Prices are net with no discounts or rebates.
The remains of Ben W. Vandergrift were conveyed to Allegheny Cemetery after services at his father's Fifth Avenue East End residence. The Rev. W. J. Holland of Bellefield Church officiated, with a large crowd of friends in attendance. Pallbearers included Linn Dilworth, W. & Patterson, BR. J. Buchanan, G. W. Carr, Douglas Buchanan, M. Henderson, C. C. Taggart, and James L. Buchanan.
Congressman H McCormick of Williamsport called on local officials, promoting a bill in Congress. General Manager W C Quinery of the Monongahela Railroad returned from Florida amid holiday travel, while Corporal James Tanner prepares to lecture at Old City Hall Friday. An air of civic activity and returning travelers fills the town as several locals plan inspections and meetings.
Waterlogged grounds at the Exposition prompt postponement of the long promised fire engine test. Judge W. J. Lewis resigns, delaying the trial. Chief Brown, Arm strong, and Vanderveldt discuss alternatives as readiness and public safety remain the focus. Officials aim to appoint a third judge and reschedule the test to determine whether the Silsby or Amoskeag engine is superior.
John Connors and Thomas Halley, both 16, were arrested by Detective Robinson yesterday. An information was laid before Magistrate Gripp by Inspector McAleese, alleging the boys have for a month been systematically raiding feed stores of Bir McCaffrey at Fifth and Old avenues and Mr Snellbach at 1123 Penn avenue, stealing grain valued at 25 to 30 cents each.
The Monongahela hotel undergoes repairs begun yesterday with an estimated cost of $40,000. Contractors Wilson & Son aim to complete the work in about ten months, including restoring defenses such as a new gate and surrounding wall.
Commissioned by J W Patterson Post 151 G A B A D Frank led a search for George W Burnett who left home December 18. Frank reports Burnett was alive a week ago, visited Youngstown once, and returned none. no word from him since. Family and partners see no cause for fear.
Striking fifth avenue gripmen allege Mr Elkins wrongly denied ties to the Knights of Labor in their discharge. They plan sworn statements detailing causes, including a Philadelphia visit to Widener who warned against Knights. Laura Johns of Kansas to speak tonight on voting at Street Baptist Church with Mrs Leak singing during the program.
Lee Lavender was yesterday committed to jail on charges of desertion and assault and battery. Mary Lavender, the defendant's wife, testified that he struck her in the face a few days earlier when they met on the street.
Local items report potential McKeesport station site near Market Street for the McKeesport and Bessemer Railroad, plus a proposed three story hall for the Turn and Verein costing 25000. McKeesport Street Railway elects J C Smith as president and sets directors. A nuisance case alleges a dangerous dog on Water Street. Various minor incidents include a carpenter’s fall, a bonfire arrest, a Sunday church service, and a bakery fire causing $800 loss.
A severe windstorm sweeps through Allegheny and Pittsburgh areas, reaching 35 miles per hour and higher. Reports note downed fences, toppled signs, blown roofs, broken windows, collapsed telegraph lines, and injuries including a fatality from a running horse and a girl named Mary Hookway. Electric lights fail, boats cannot sail, and repair crews work for days to restore service.
Pine upright piano model 8199 with refined tone and carved case offered for 190 dollars. Also a fine grand piano for 100 dollars and an Estey piano in good as new condition for 50 dollars. Three ravens noted at J. M. Hoffmann & Co located at 753 Smithfield Street.
E. Lewis superintendent of buildings and bridges for the Allegheny Valley Railroad died en route to Oil City after falling into an excavation at Veronas and sustaining severe injuries. The 64 year old, long associated with Keystone Bridge Works and the Philadelphia and Erie systems, died as the high speed car reached Oil City. Railroad officials, including Division Superintendent Price, attended.
Senator Upperman declared the committee would not act on alleged overstatement of President Young's bank account. He said the Fidelity Company dispute controls matters, and committee members know as much as any depositor about the Lawrence Bank’s books. Also notes a local store’s sale items and promotional offers at various shops.
In January clearance at the People’s Store on Fifth Avenue shoppers find 50 pieces of scarlet Shaker flannel all wool at 25 cents per piece, well below usual 35 cent prices. The ad touts wide discounts on white and checked flannels, urging customers to hurry before profits are pushed to limits. Ribbons are offered at half price, promising scarce matches elsewhere.
In Beappoce Pennsylvania on January 12 the Amalgamated Association faced a dispute over the new armor plate mill scale. Superintendent Harvey Kennedy asked for a day shift set of rolls but workers refused and were informed their services would be dispensed with for now. About 630 men affected.
Nick Engle, famed caterer on Twenty seventh Street, speaks of entertainment from a Gas City trip as Dotman Wishart’s Sunday dance and Jow joints are noted. Thomas J. Stewart, Department Commander of the G A R, arrives and will visit the Post tonight as attendance is expected to be large.
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