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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1889
Page
4
An aged social column laments a warm winter dulling society life. The younger set shows lethargy despite ongoing balls and weddings, while the writer yearns for frost to revive excitement and prompt marriages or departures to cooler climes.
Readable fragments recount receptions and parties hosted by prominent residents in Lawrenceville Sewickley and Allegheny. Guests include local ministers club members and business figures. Events feature dinners, toasts, dancing and live music reflecting upper‑class social life.
The marriage of Jesse H. Sanford and Elizabeth J. Burgan of Mansfield Pa occurred last Thursday at the bride’s parents home with rich costumes and music and reception by Kennedy of Pittsburg. On Tuesday evening January 7 Chas Nuttall wed Miss Fannie E Milliken in a quiet ceremony witnessed only by close family members.
In Washington D C Mr and Mrs Bellman and Sam Houston are noted in society circles. Alma Polster returns from a Western trip. Etta Anderson of East End visits Philadelphia friends. W J Rice of Corry Pa visits Mrs FE Riddle in Arch Street Allegheny. Emma Heighel comes home from a visit with uncle Metzgar Port Byron. John P Farrell, formerly of this city, now Wilmore Pa, was here last week. F Schoenthal departs Thursday for a two week recreation tour to Baltimore Washington City and Richmond. Mollie Weber of Milwaukee returns after visiting Miss May Fitzpatrick in Beaver Avenue Allegheny. Frederick Beuchler of Northside leaves Sunday to see daughter Mole in New York Dramatic School. Agnes Kountz of Parkway East Bee returns after pleasant time in Philadelphia and New York.
Mrs Cain hosted a luncheon last Friday with Mrs Seward, while Mrs Shield hosted a Wednesday afternoon at home assembly. Miss Black entertained last Friday, and a church supper and choral concert were planned to raise funds for the Sewickley Athletic Association debt. The Willing Workers planned a 7:30 Sunday school room entertainment at St. Stephen's Church to aid good works. A elegant euchre party by Mr and Mrs William Snyder at Edgeworth featured prizes for Shields Swartz Starr and Irwin.
Residents and visitors in West Bellevue and nearby areas figure in a roundup of social notices. Among items are illnesses, visits, property sales, and community plans. A side track petition at Bellevue station wins approval and the Davis Island Dam project proceeds with a bear trap in Cincinnati. The Beltway era rail line plans include a free summer picnic program at Windsor Park and a proposed brick hall for gatherings and lodges.
The annual governor’s report to Congress reaffirms charges against the Alaska Commercial Company over dealings with natives beyond Seal Islands. He asserts evidence supports his claims, criticizing a Washington San Francisco witness-based inquiry and urging investigation among oppressed communities.
Jackson's offers home made working pants and overalls known as the 50 cent Star overalls available only at 954 and 956 Liberty Street.
Society scholars and Prof Christy will host a full dress reception on Thursday, January 31, marking a formal social gathering. Attendees from academic circles are expected, with plans for formal attire and scholarly conversation.
The plan to replace Harris Theater with a first class hotel on Fifth Avenue moves from discussion to consideration. Coleman heirs face tax-driven estate revenue losses, delaying a final decision untilJuly. If built, access would shift through a new hotel lobby, and Harris may pursue a personal theater project or lease renewal beyond 1800.
The 2000 year old beauty She returns to the Bijou Theater tomorrow, with Hageard’s dramatic adaptation by Gillette’s companies. Laura Clement leads as She, joined by a large cast, 50 supporting players, 48 singers, and an enlarged orchestra. Scenic effects, Belasco machinery, and Furst music promise a lavish engagement with extensive New York Boston Washington and Philadelphia credits reflected in the production.
Reports detail Brother Hates of Cleveland Lodge No 18 visiting the city. Plans announce lodges to be installed in Bradford and Reading PA next month. E G R Leach entertained by Columbus Lodge and Circleville last month. Rev J Appises Duxxap of Mansfield Lodge in the city last week. Louisville Lodge No 8 held a successful benefit last month. Brother Rick of New York Lodge No 1 visited with a show at the Academy. District Deputy Wallace to leave Secary 2 for Wilkesbarre to institute a lodge. Quincy Robinson sold 175 tickets for the annual benefit. Patrox of Hartford Lodge No 11 and Irwin of No 53 were in the city Friday. Iowa has three Elks lodges thanks to Chicago brothers. A year ago there was not one lodge in eaten. Father of Exalted Ruler Miller of...
The article reports on Pennsylvania militia activities including Captain William Awl’s illness, battery uniforms, officers’ examinations, Adjutant General Hastings in Washington arranging troop reception, planned regimental quarters, Washington Infantry fatigue caps, recruitment booms, staff appointments, and upcoming elections of Colonel Hawkins. It lists resignations, commissions, and physical exam schedules for Company D, Eighteenth Regiment, and notes on quartermaster appointments and staff roles.
Secretary Fairchild transmitted T A Bryn special agent report to the Senate detailing sugar import losses from June 1 1883 to June 1 1886 totaling 4 045 300 due to lower duties paid than Boston. He lists New York port officers for removal, accuses dereliction and illegal private commerce. He cites obstruction and evasion by customs staff hindering the investigation.
A popular price of fifteen dollars now buys kersey and chinchilla overcoats silk and satin lined in twelve styles once priced at thirty. Overcoats at ten dollars down from twenty two. Suits cut to ten dollars from twenty two. Visit tomorrow at P C C C corner Grant and Diamond, opposite the new Court House.
Rumor links a well known business man’s separation to his wife’s inability to clean and repair his old garments. Dickson the tailor at Fifth avenue and Wood Street offers clothing cleaning pressing and renovation with high satisfaction. Moderate charges and telephone 1558.
Final arrangements for the third annual U V L encampment are being made in Altoona Pennsylvania for February 22 with General A L Pearson presiding. Encampment No 1 will send two delegates and many members are expected to attend as rooms in the Stone building are prepared with luxurious halls, oak furniture, rich curtains, and a modern reading room. The April 9 dedication date marks Lee's surrender and the committee anticipates strong rental interest from other organizations as they prepare for a fully equipped meeting and social space.
A correction clarifies that Major W W Tyson of the Soldiers and Sailor Home at Erie did not participate in the Department Commandership fight and stayed to his duties. The Erie Dispatch had published unfounded reports. Commander J C Sturgeon confirms Post 7’s full confidence in Tyson and indicates no interference with General McCreary’s candidacy. Colonel Gould supports this, noting no communication with Tyson on the subject.
A large crowd attended at Jast Nicoll's Hall on Fulton Street Pittsburg for the installation of Colonel R G Shaw Wowans Relief Corps No 7. Officers installed include Mrs Abbie Lynch as President Mrs Lizzie Johnson Hamiler Senior Vice Mrs Mary Johnson Junior Vice Mrs Courtney Powell Treasurer M A Barks Conductress Mrs Sarah Allen Guard Mrs Catherine Bell Assistant Conductress Mrs Maggie Spriggs Assistant Guard Mrs Lydie Jones. bouquets were presented to several ladies and Commander elect John H Adley received flowers. The event ended with song eloquence and a fine supper in a pleasant, cordial mood.
Veterans discuss duties and errors amid a February schedule of events. Posts in Pittsburgh Allegheny and Union organize receptions fairs and entertainments to support relief funds and pensions. Officers and members including Colye Davis Dr H T Dunbar and Col Rodgers are noted with installations and visits across the Department of New York Missouri and Pennsylvania.
Chief Assessor Hetzel of Allegheny releases annual statement showing a high number of erected structures in the Northside during 1883 with many costly buildings. Wards and valuations are listed, noting suburban growth near Observatory Hill Electric road and Nunnery Hill incline plane. Orphans Court appoints Dr. Wood guardian for Archie McMillan’s four children, replacing Patrick Bligh due to religious-nomination order.
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