Near disaster as ore train sinks into sewer trench
A Lucy Furnace switch engine pulling a long ore-car train on the Allegheny Valley Railroad collapsed into a sand and mud hole where a sewer beneath Forty-eighth Street gave way. The engine recovered, three furnace workers escaped unharmed, and rail damage blocked side tracks. Officials and gas crews responded, girders across the sewer were installed to stabilize, and repairs were planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Valley Railroad
Forty-eighth Street
Terra Firma
Lawrenceville
Imosa
New England
Pen
J. B. Shale
Allerheny Valley Railroad
Shale
Care Delaiond
Brave Boatman Van Horn Saves Father and Son
Chief Engineer W M Van Horn of the steamer John A Woods saved a father and son on a swollen river mouth eddy near Pine Creek. The raft was swept toward a barge. Van Horn grappled the craft, pulled them free, and guided them to shore. The rescuers reached safety, though details and names remain uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hind
W. M. van Horn
John A. Woods
Baw Mill Run
Ohio River
van Horn
Catcher
Evens Eee
Pine Creek
Fire engine test dispute fuels Pittsburgh Allegheny delay
A board of underwriters aims to test rival fire engines to settle which is better. Officials name a judge this week and plan a continuous nine hour trial with water meters and marked distances. Experts debate engine capacity and staging while preserving operator control and safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chief Brown
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Silsby
Silsby Company
Vandeveldt
Cleveland
Armstrong
Duquesne
Philadelphia
Selling the Stock Ed Jackman Waiting for That Theatrical Lease
A lively auction of the Jackman livery stable assets drew a large crowd as bidders pushed low prices. Edward Jackman offered boarding trade until a satisfactory ten year lease for theatrical use could be arranged at 10000 dollars annually, after which ownership reverts. Rumors linked George W. Ledder to the property on behalf of Randall and Morton, but formal action remained pending as Kohl and Middleton’s option expired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackman
Edward Jackman
Impressario
George W. Ledder
New York
Penn Avenue
Randall & Morton
Columbia
Chicago
Gulick
Bijou
Ledder
Kohl & Middleton
Patty
Sam” Dawson
Mr. Jackman
Man Tries Hanging Near Home in Lower St Clair
Joseph Parker a widower of Lower St Clair township attempted suicide by hanging from a tree near his house Tuesday night. His daughter found him unconscious under the tree yesterday morning and Dr Husted revived him. The rope slipped causing his fall and failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Parker
Lower St. Clair Township
Husted
Parker
Hoff Fined for Selling Lamp Jaw Steer to Meat Packers
Inspector George McCutcheon pressed suit before Judge Gripp against Joseph Hoff for selling a lamp jaw steer to Winter and Dollinger meat packers. City attorney Clarence Burleigh and defense attorney N. B. Williams appeared. Court ordered Hoff to pay $5 and costs, the fine reduced due to lack of vendor knowledge that the animal was diseased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George McCutcheon
Gripp
Joseph Hoff
Winter & Dollinger
Clarence Burleigh
N. 8
Williams
Costa
Arrest of Adam Baughman after insult at Jody on Ridge
Officer James Bothwell arrested Adam Baughman last night for insulting at Jody on Ridge Avenue Allegheny. The prisoner offered desperate resistance with an iron bar, and was subdued after Officer No Donough assisted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Bothwell
Adam Baughman
Jody
Ridge Avenue
Allegheny
No-Donough
Alleged Theft Attempt Leads to Arrest at City Corner
Adam Jackson was arrested last evening near the intersection of Wylie Avenue and Washin Street amid allegations he tried to steal seven from Mrs. M. Manfreda, who runs a fruit stand at the corner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam Jackson
Wylie Avenue
Washin Street
Jackson
M. Manfreda
Prison reform aims to spare under sixteen from jail
Allegheny County Prison Society pushes for legislation to keep boys under sixteen from jail for petty offenses. Proposals call for secure isolated care with prompt hearings, reducing courtroom detentions and rehabilitating youths before criminal paths form. Advocates cite Boston models and judge pressure to tighten magistrate practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Society
Allegheny County Prison Society
Pennsylvania
Axmakers' Association Opens Annual Meeting at Hotel Anderson
The Axmakers' Association of the United States began its annual meeting at the Hotel Anderson with sessions planned for afternoon and evening. Twenty six firms are represented as prices and wages are discussed. The group aims to form a stronger organization and is advised by an attorney on forming articles of association that may resemble a trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Axmakers’ Association of the
United States
Hotel
Anderson
Old Army Surgeon Praises Chamberlain's Dough Remedy
An Eastern Town physician praised Chamberlain's Dough Remedy after his wife used it to treat their child’s severe cold while he was away. He called it the most reliable cold remedy he had seen. Available at E. G. Stuckey Penn Ave and others including Markell Bros and Eggers & Freeson in local shops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. G. Stuckey
Penn Ave
Cor. Wylie and
Fultonata
Markell Bros
Penn and
Frankstown
Fifth Ave
Federal St
District Knights of Labor Hold Meeting in Labor Hall
The regular quarterly D A No 3 Knights of Labor convention opened in Labor Hall with about 25 delegates. John M Kelly was expelled for libelous press conduct and misusing order funds. a 25 cent per member assessment was approved to aid Fifth Avenue traction strikers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jobe M. Kelly
K. of
Ross
Knights of Labor
Labor Hall
John M. Kelly
Fifth Avenue Cable Road
Workman Ross
Laura Powell
William O. Krenger
John Eastley
Herman Bence
Workman
J. M.kelly
Kelly
O. A. Williams
Thos. A. Roney
Frank Vincent
J. L. Evans
Rees
Joseph Stonich
H. E. Bright
A. Hronk
W. J. Ward
H. F. Demi
Thomas Wisdom
T. J. Dicus
Mr. Rowe
John D. Hughes
Wilson Wier
D. F. Watts
John Flannery
W. J. Mo
Charles Brothers
D. A
Marvin
St Jeannette
L. A
Thmsen
Southside
John O’slies
Finance Committee
Political Powwow Fails To Materialize In Eleventh Ward
A planned meeting of colored voters at the Eleventh ward school house drew only light attendance. Broadax Smith led an experience discussion critiquing voter virtues while Richard Keys recalled Lincoln’s inauguration and a black rainbow seen in Romney, Virginia. Tickets were distributed for Daniel Downing for constable as the group debated liquor and party loyalties amid fits of humor and delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brondax
Richard Kors
Eleventh Ward
Messrs. Keys
Watson
Broadax Smith
Broadax
New York State
Fort Sumter
Richard Keys
Lincoln
Keys
Romney
Ajax Jones
A. H. Rowand
Samuel Harrison
Megane
Jesus
Daniel Downing
Constable
Flood Commission Delegates Reach Philadelphia for Meeting
Presburg flood commission members James B. Scott 8 8. Marvin and Reuben Miller departed last evening by Pennsylvania Railroad for Philadelphia to attend today’s State Flood Commission meeting. They expect the commission’s accounts to close today and plan to return Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presburg
Philadelphia
James B. Scott
Marvin
Reuben Miller
Pennsylvania Railroad
State Flood Commission
Scott
Boys Run Away From School Seek Pittsburg Newspaper Work
Two 12 year old boys Ira Wilson and Clancey Neigh from Salem Ohio were found on Liberty Street in Pittsburg drenched and miserable. They say they left school to pursue newspaper work in Pittsburg after growing tired of attending classes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jem
Youngates
Manion
Liberty Street
Ira Wilson
Clancey Neigh
Salem
Pittsburg
Witt Entertain Max After Lecture in Old City Hall
After the lecture in Old City Hall no invitations were sent yet, but all members able to attend are expected to be present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old City Hall
Toter
Six Cleveland Men Refuse to Quit Work at Alleghany County Light
Six Cleveland men employed by the Alleghany County Light Company did not come out yesterday as strikers expected. The workers informed company officials they had no intention of striking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Alleghany County Light Company
Court House Could Be Built From Quarry Refuse
Washington reports Postmaster McKean pushes Pittsburg government building progress. Superintendent Malone describes eight months of work, 24 000 cubic feet of stone, 1 500 000 bricks, derricks raised, and granite stored. He cites 100 workers and foresees October post office move as unlikely. Officials debate finishing date and inspector visit to hasten progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
McKean
Pittsburg
Malone
Unland
Mr. Malone
Court House
New Union Club Elects Officers In Allegheny County
The Union Club of Allegheny County elected officers for the coming year led by President Lemuel Googins and Vice President G W Gales. Eight new members were added and 11 applications filed while influenza death reports mark the health beat. A sidewalk project from Mt Oliver to the third toll gate proceeds after residents formed a bidding committee. An embezzlement case against Jacob Egli was heard with bail set at 1000 dollars. Finch pleads guilty to trademark violations but sentence is suspended. Artfully engraved ship steamer plates are offered by Orintens & Co at 250 pounds. Everett Piano Club cert No 179 offers a cabinet grand piano for 1 per week. A Japanese goods auction sale and holiday display conclude the list.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deer Island Reform School
Aod
Union Club of
Allegheny County
Lemuel Googins
G. W. Gales
Deere Tere
John H. Chilton
J. J. Davis, Jr
Charleston
J. W. Lee
John A. Vaughn
Pleasant Valley Road Works Blocked By City Chief
Chief Bigelow halted Pleasant Valley contractors who started laying a switch at Smithfield street and Fifth avenue. He ordered the street restored to its prior condition and cited an ordinance forbidding street openings in the season. The contractors defended the work as permitted, but authorities maintained compliance was required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O Nm
Forbes Avenue
Bigelow
Graham
Department of Public Works
Ee m
Prinpal
Chief Bigelow
Department
Plainfield Addition Lots Free Near Denver
Plainfield Addition Company of Castle Rock Colorado offers 200 free 25 by 125 foot lots with park space near the Fort Worth and Denver Railroad. One lot per person, no contract to improve, deed mailed after sending full name address and 4 cents postage.
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Denver
Col
Plainfield
Fort Worth
Union Depot
Plainfield Addition Company
Castle Rock
Piano sale offers low prices before February stock take
Bargain piano sale with two pianos at 200 two at 225 three at 250 and one at 275 plus stools scarfs and books. Estey and Storey Clark organs advertised with new automatic improvements priced around 60. Show window display at 91 and 93 Fifth Ave inviting shoppers to buy before stock count.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estey
Storey Clark
Hamiltos
Great semi annual remnant sale announced for Friday
Tomorrow, Friday the 17th, a rain or shine remnant sale will feature Oos & Bua ales and porter from Tre Iron City Brewing Co. dealers report rising demand as B. & B. promotion highlights the event. The sale is touted as a startler with upstairs and down sections and is expected to attract many shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oos & Bua
Tre Iron City Brewing Co
Sone As Uhl
Iron City Brewing Co
Bocas & Bue
January Clearance Sale at The People's Store
The People's Store launches a January clearance with bargains across goods. Campbell & Dick promote ginghams 25c 30c a yard while remnant days and remnant sales promise further discounts. Restrictions on lace curtains shirts and cloaks are noted along with other low prices and special mentions of fabrics and patterns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell & Dick
People’s
Robbers’ Confession Complicates Mrs Rudert Murder Case
The Pittsburg report notes Killain’s confession does not match Rudert’s stock, suggesting the robbers hid motives and aimed to implicate Killain in another crime. The coroner, district attorney, and police discuss procedural choices and potential arrests within 48 hours as investigations proceed amid competing private and city efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Killain
Rudert
Kiliain
Omer
Ocala
Langhorst
Matey
Slagle
Criminal Court
Kilbin
Charon
Johnston
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City Waterworks
Philadelphia Natural Main
City Gas Company
Linn
Philadelphia Company
Price
F Street
Hunter
Michael Kane
Gallagher
Ed Jackman
Josph Hoff
Foundation For A Life OF Crime
E. R. Donehoo
West End
MR. Milligan
J. L. Milligan
Riverside Penitentiary
Berlin
D. F. McGill
U. P. Church of Allegheny
Prison Society
Axmakers
the Flood Commission
Witt
Max
Supt. Malone
Union Club
She Colored Organization
Infimenza
Bureau of Health
Rebecca Schwalm
Fish Street
Seventeenth Ward
Southern Avenue
Baldwin
Lower St Olsir
Brownsville
Mt. Oliver
Jacob Egli
Arbeiter-Zettung Publishing Company
Succop
Enry Reuter
Ipompany
N. Y
Messrs
Orintens & Co
Lloyd
Ite
Everett Piano Club
Alex Ross
Pas Tria
Brid
Hamilton
Fifth Avenue
the People's Store
Usssa Huevus & Haerz
Bocas & Bunn
Hiex
Usssu Ueus & Hacke
Urssa Huevas
Hache
Jos. Homne & Co
Pean Avenue
Sixth St
Oren
Havens & Ussa
Jos. Horus & Co
Rudert’s
Tarentum
Conroy
Robert E. Mercer
Robert
Mercer
H. Sonnenberg
Pittabu Ang
Federal Street
Senna
Nak
Upto St
Os and Soy Market Street
la Noria
la Noria Uios
Beymer
Harry C. Beymer
Los Angeles
Cal
Jackman’s
Horne
Pirsnine
Ours
Muioh
Thasling
Horne & CO
Cresson Springs Water Co. Limited
Cresson, PA
Pennare
Econeme
Cass
Causaieinn
Sint Be
Prag Limited
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