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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1891

Page

4

Notable double bill at Grand Opera House features Haworth in two roles

The Grand Opera House hosted a two act program with Joseph Haworth in A Man of the World and Aunt Jack. Critics praised Miss Paget yet found Aunt Jack thin and weak in humor and staging. The report notes strong company performances and hints at Mary Anderson’s retirement from the stage.

Grand Opera House Joseph Haworth Mr. Haworth Aunt Jack Blue Baworth Jack New York London Sam Weller Court of Justice Court Room Suerroom Nndon

Fashionable Wedding and Cultural Night in Pittsburgh

Observers describe a green and white wedding with pale blue alternatives, noting elaborate attire and a bewitching ceremony. After the service, guests attend theatre parties, the Duquesne Clubhouse, and a Carnegie Library gallery visit featuring Veremechagin works, amid social attention to Mrs Kendal and Mr Kendal.

Ome Maid of Honor Dinne Duquesne Carnegie Library

Anniversary receptions and social events in Pittsburgh area

A string of social gatherings from January celebrate anniversaries and parties in Allegheny and Pittsburgh. Notables include a twenty-fifth wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Welbling with roses and fruitcake favors, a Smithfield Club reception on February 6 with music by Prof. Guenther, and numerous surprise, tiddledy-winks, and euchre gatherings hosted by local families, clubs, and residents.

Wiliam Welbling Gernert Smithfield Prof. Guenther T. A. Dunn J. A. Mahan Walter G. Herr Albert Hillen Armstrong Horace L. Lowry Charles H. Carnahan Leland John E. Kennedy Henry Taylor Oskinnd Catharine Exebleau Boquetetree Eichleau W.J. Hague Stayier Street Brushton Cards Peck

National G A R Encampment in Detroit Faces Funding Turmoil

Reports from Lans ing Michigan reveal Detroit planners struggle to raise 100000 dollars for the national encampment. Governor Winans opposes a state stretch and a 50000 dollar legislative appropriation, risking the event without city and private support. A Michigan Department Commander letter urges faith in state aid.

G. A. ER Detroit Winans Grand Army Dispatch State of Michigan Henry M. Duffield

Mrs Dippold Attends Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Mrs F Dippold of Osborne station left last week for New Orleans to attend Mardi Gras. The trip was hosted by relatives in Baltimore with entertainment arranged by Herman Stern and associates in Allegheny.

Old Thirteenth Three Months' Men formed by Civil War survivors

Surviving members of the Thirteenth Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers plan a society to revive memories of the 1861 enlistment. The group will be called The Old Thirteenth Three Months' Men, with Harrisburg mustered comrades from April 17 1861. A general meeting at the Central Hotel January 11 will select officers and complete the organization. Comrades seek information from W. F. Turner at the Central Hotel.

Gumme Jim" Lowe Gettysburg Post 117 Long McPherson East End Etbe Penn Avenue Fifth Avenue Post Post 206 Arthur Street Florence Hall X. 8. Rees Lambie H. B. Bengoudh Bérnard Coll Charles Grantz John N. Taylor W. R. Ford George T. McCord A. M. Kennedy John Harvey Chartiers J. W. McCreedy T. E. Ma L. H. Water Daniel Bowman William Snyder Reese Evans Edward Fisurr Beaver Avenue Allegheny Department Shamokin J. Fletcher Conrad Robert B. Wallace W. E. Redheffer Order of the Loyal DeranTugent Ccomman Denniston John W. Moreland M. Head Gustonville Hart California Monongahela City Behm Seward House Merchants White Ball Franklin House Thirteenth Regiment Pennsylvania Harrisburg Pittsburg Central Hotel W. F. Turner

Wanted addresses of Civil War veterans and families

The notice seeks addresses for Eugene M Smyser late Surgeon Forty eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers via Comrade Edward Mets of Post 146 Shenandoah. members of Company KE Eighty first Pennsylvania Volunteers via Comrade Francis Lisele of Post 00 Dept of New Jersey Patterson N J. widow or children of William Donnelly private First Pennsylvania Reserves via Comrade L Eisenhower of Post 201 Carlisle Pa. officers or members of Company G Forty ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers via Comrade James Herald of Post 3 Dept of New Jersey Madison Street Paterson N J. survivors of Fortieth New York Mozart Regiment via Comrade Joseph W Clymer of Post 60 255 Perot Street Philadelphia.

Eugene M. Smyser Pennsylvania Volunteers Edward Mets Shenandoah Francis Lisele Department of New Jersey Paillipsvare N. J William Donnelly Flrst Pennsylvania Reserves L. 8 Eisenhower Carlisle Comany G Forty-ninth James Herald Madison Street Paterson Fortieth New York Mozart Regiment Joseph W. Clymer Perot Street Philadelphia

Sharp contest to elect Department Commander in the state

Post 2 backs General John P. Taylor for Department Commander while Boyer supporters claim an inside track. A close Taylor ally says over 15 delegates have pledged to back the cavalry candidate and the interior of the state will be solid for him. Captain and ex Major William D. Stauffer of the Union Veteran Legion is noted as a top qualified candidate for the post.

Philadelphia Post John P. Taylor Boyer Taylor William D. Stauffer Union Veteran Legion

Grand Army Birthday Celebrations Planned Across Posts

The Grand Army marks its 2nd birthday in April with nationwide observances. Illinois Decatur posts prepare a special service as the birthplace of the organization. Post 3 forms a committee, Post 259 authorizes a joint commemoration plan, and Posts 68 126 and 102 plan a joint event in Allegheny at the remodeled Cyclorama hall.

Grand Army Department of Illinois Decatur Post 3 Old City Allegheny

Camp 88 and Camp 127 Exchange Moments at McKresort

Camp 4 plans to rise in rank this year as Camp 88 details a visit to McKresort, Camp 127 entertains them, and Camp 23 officers are installed by Camp 88 from Manafield. Capt Emr Rebele of Camp 5 offers prizes for new recruits, prompting a expected recruitment boom.

McKresort Papas Nanely Lievrexast Cotove H. M. Bercam Manafield Emr Rebele Prises Bhornrn Henry WaAryexe A. P. Davis Davis Camp Brother W Lapres Scciety No. 6 Martha Washinton Old City Hall Foulk Ladies’ Aid Society of Rebele Mra. A. P. Davis Tur George A Camp 2 Keller

N Patterson Offers Plant Decor and Favors

N Patterson at 41 Sixth Avenue opposite Trinity provides plant decorations, luncheon and dinner novelties, German favors, loose carry bunches, and corsage bouquets for events.

N. Patterson Trinity

Grand Army Small Shot On Post 2575 Meeting

The report notes a MASTER on the programme for Post 2575 next meeting and District Commander Denton will travel East this week. Commander JonN Graf of Post 68 is reportedly lying or laid low amid unclear circumstances.

Grand Army Denton Commans Jonn Graf

Andersons Promotes Quality Suitings On Smithfield Street

Prof J T Little rt opticia monestly located with Biggs S Cone ers Smithfield and Sixth avenue. Consultation free. Stylish Suitings. Overcoat and trouser material of the best quality at Andersons 700 Smithfield street. Cutting and fitting the very best.

J. T. Little Rt Opticia Biggs Coneers Smithfield Sixth Avenue Andersons Smithfield Street

A Midnight Bell at Duquesne Theater This Week

The Duquesne Theater presents Charles E Hoyts A Midnight Bell with the original New York company. George Richards stars as the weacon and Eugene Canfield plays Martin Tripp in a comedy noted for its mix of merriment and homely pathos. The engagement runs all week with a Wednesday family matinee at popular prices.

Duquesne Theater Charles E. Hoyt New York Company Metropolia George Richards Weacon Eugene Canfield Martin Tripp

Joe Emmet at Bijou in Uncle Joe Fritz in a Mad House

Joe Emmet stars in Uncle Joe or Fritz in a Mad House at the Bijou tomorrow night set in Australia near Melbourne with boarding house lunatic asylum scenes. Emmet’s familiar home sentiments and new songs and dances highlight the performance while Ken­dal and Frohman troupe present The Ironmaster Scrap of Paper Queen's Shilling next week with seat sales starting Tuesday morning.

Joe Emmet Bijou Uncle Joe Fritz Emmet Australia Melbourne Batchelor's Frits Irif Max Mra. Kendal

Lily Clay Burlesque Company Returns to Harry Williams House

The Lily Clay Colossal Burlesque Company brings a large, skilled troupe to Harry Williams' venue this week. The cast includes the Mirandi Sisters, Emma Warde, Marie Clarke, and 49 ensemble women. Audiences will see new acts and lavish scenic effects with routines such as The Pearls of the Orient and burlesque items Robin Hoon and Anthony and Cleopatra.

Lily Clay Colossal Harry Williams Mirandi Sisters Emma Warde Marie Clarke Robin Hoon Anthony and Cleopatra

Paris Rooster Orchestra Comes to Fifth Avenue Museum

Months after shocking Paris, seven real roosters trained to play stringed instruments will perform at Davis's Fifth Avenue Museum. The troupe, valued at 70 000 dollars, wears dress suits and delivers encores by crowing. Also featuring the Brilliant Quartet, Irish duo Osborne and Shoussean, and other acts for a week at the curio hall and theaterium.

Paris America Davis Fifth Avenue Museum Shanghai Curio Hall Theaterium Charles and Maud Osborne Haglish Edward Foster Isabel Sboussean Germany Bowers Hazelton J. W.mcandrews

Novel Variety Week At The Popular House

The programme at this popular house is thoroughly changed with novelty on all sides. Barney Baldwin, claiming to be the only man living with a broken neck, explains his condition. Admiral Dot the dwarf. Charles Trip armless, using feet as hands. Janes Maurice elastic skin. Tex Hender the cowboy fiddler. Elliot's Johny Voyagers perform in the theater with a brilliant act. All curiosities and performances cost 10 cents.

Barney Baldwin Louisville and Nashville Railroad Birmingham Ala Admiral Dot Charles Trip Janes Maurice Tex Hender Elliot

Daniel Boone Drama With Shawnee Tribe Heads This Week

An elegant historical production by Harris Huntton and Dean presenting Daniel Boone features clever actors and trained horses. A band of Shawnee Indians will participate, enhanced by extensive scenery. The note mentions other theater items including The Hustler and an upcoming London Savoy opera niche.

Harris, Huntton and Dean Daniel Boone

Gossip of the Guards and Military Notes in New York

GOSSIP OF THE GUARDS reports Coliprt Noustan M Smith on a New York business trip. An election in McKeesport to fill Lt John Jaycez’s vacancy is set for Saturday January 24 and will be run by Captain Willam Awl. Colonel Perchment orders more regular drills as Fourteenth Regiment activity rises and attendance improves. Dr Foster of the Fourteenth lies seriously ill at home from pneumonia, a key hustler for the regiment. Several local Guard members will attend the Inauguration next Tuesday as spectators.

New York Metropolis Academy of Music Denman Thompson Joshua Whitcomb Old Homestead Charles Frohman Twenty-third Street Mendelwohin Daly's Sheridan School For Scandal Augustin Daly Crane Lawrence Barrett Mary Anderson New York Sun Auiet Ale Barribie Veremechagin Shouz Boston Chicago Erverrove Kendale Howells Mrs. Kendal Mr. Kendal Robert Williard New York East Orchard Street Allegheny Comrand Thomas J. Jones Central Board of Education Exarr’s Battery Cyclorama Hall Hopune Post 187 William Wiseman Lafayette Post 200 D. A. Jones T. OC. Cannoun O. L Tommy Terrank O. G Wiseman Union Station Hawkins Mary E. Humbert Ersman Carrie V. Sherriff Mra. E. J. Snead Hawkina Station Mia Harrisburg W. W. Greenland Bri Mason J. Weaver Awl Third Brigade Seigfield Thej Awl Pattison C. C. Eckert Regent Pein CaprTary William McClelland West Kelly Lancaster War Department L. A. Watres Watres Department of Rifle Practice CoLpxrt Noustan M. Smith New York City McKeesport John Jaycez Willam Awl Perchment Aurazox Oo G. Foster Fourteenth Regiment

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