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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1890

Page

5

Miners to Combine Reps in Amalgamation Deal

Two major miners organizations the Miners' Progressive Union and National District Assembly 135 K of I approved a plan to amalgamate at conventions in Columbus amid opposition. Committees were set to organize a joint session as delegates weigh fears a union would swallow the other and doubts over form of the merger.

Knights of Labor Columbus Wotners CotrmeErs National District Assembly K. of I

Union Framing Deal Sparks Joint Miners Convention

At the convention the assemblage refused to endorse the movement and backed amalgamation despite opposition. John Nugent proposed a modified resolution, which failed to win support and was replaced by a formal amendment favoring amalgamation. A joint committee of Master Workman Ees, Secretary Watchorn, and Daniel Lennon was formed to meet a similar miners’ committee for further talks on united action.

Rie McBride Patrick McBride Fsber Mench Indiana Minola Cspital John Nugent Ees Watchorn Daniel Lennon Miners’ Progressive Union

The Old Man's Money Webster Case

In Webster v Webster the court favored son William E Webster over wife and three daughters. Evidence showed family strife dating to 1875, a move to Rogers Park, removal to Northern Michigan, seven months in seclusion near Petosky, and a later Burgoyne Canada relocation. After Richard Webster’s 1886 death, two contested documents appeared and a suit for William’s inheritance followed.

William Rogers Park Webster Orichard Burgoyne Canada Chicago Richard Richard VI

Pennsylvania Newspaper Men Meet at Harrisburg

The annual meeting of the association gathered editors and officers in Harrisburg on January 22. Proceedings included drafting a bill for state law publication in newspapers under Gov. administration and plans for a possible summer meeting in Pittsburgh, Bedford, or Pen Mar. Officers elected: President J. Irwin Steele. Vice Presidents Frank Mortimer and J. D. Lenze. Secretary Treasurer R. F. Geers. other officers listed.

Pennsylvania Harrisboro Harrisburg Et Association Considera Pittsburg Bedford Pen Mar Ing Ttsbu J. Irwin Steele Frank Mortinera New Bloomfield J. DT. Lente T ‘Agwart Philadel Ol City Secre Tressure

St Louis Move Grants Forest Park for World’s Fair Site

Acting Mayor Walbridge approves donating Forest Park as the site for the World’s Fair in St Louis January 22. The ordinance signals a multi million dollar fund and contrasts with other cities’ competition for the exhibit site. Marriage licenses issued include Henry Snitt and Millie Bosier. Jacob Mendler and various Allegheny residents are listed.

St. Louie Feyrclal Diepfatoh St. Loum Walbridge Forest Park Aa Kame Henry Snitt Millie Bosier Ieee Jacob Mendler Jaromine S. Hilker Alleghny Dames Wall Eilen McUioley Tae Homestead Sie Mellentrees Pittebarg Lorde Gibson Pittsburg Wiliiara

Byzantine Squares Rugs Make Debut in Pittsburg Display

A new Byzantine floor covering line is shown in Pittsburg featuring one piece woven borders and sizes from door-mat to large-room squares. Designs use self colors with high art finish, comparable to Smyrna squares but finer, softer, and about half the Smyrna price. A stock-take sale on patterns promised after the count.

Pittsburg Smyrnas N. B

Bargain Clothing and Dress Goods Blowout Deals

Stock display offers 50 cent flannels at 25 cents and 66 cent Scotch plaids on Clan Tartan orders. Dollars worth mouchoir plaids at 50 cents, broad cloths at 1 dollar a yard, and jackets marked down from 8 to 15 dollars to 5. Cloak room cleared with furs and seals at lively rates. Zephyr ginghams from 15 to 25 cents, French Latines and embroid eries feature hundreds of pieces. Half price embroideries and stock-taking sales attract many buyers.

Ingalls Re Election Probable Says Osborn in New York

Ex Governor Thomas A Osborn of Kansas predicts Senator Ingalls may seek a second term if Kansas Republican majority holds next fall. He says Ingalls has had a distinguished state career and Kansas remains solidly Republican though challengers may arise. Also includes assorted ads and notes from the era.

Dispatch New York Thomas A. Osborn Kansas Fifth Avenue Ingalla Vnce Bee of

Sproul Beggs Wedding in 1590 Pittsburgh Era

Notices list numerous obituaries and weddings from Pittsburgh area families. Entries include births and deaths with names such as Lovisz Beggs Beatty Bollman Colgan Casey Creegas Daum Dietz Ommel Hermann Harris Hiland, with dates in January 1890 and funeral details, church services, and addresses like Crawford Street and West Carson Street. The items reflect a period community notices column with family mournings and nuptials.

Chartiers Street Allegheny Colgan Francia Henry An Colgan Casey John Casey St. Mary's Church Fortysixth Street Creegas San Ann Creegas West Carson Street Daum Elizabeth Conrad Daum Boquet Street Forbes Avenues Oakland Dietz Harry Catharine Adam Dietz Woolslayer Alley Soca Ward Ommel William F. Zoeller Carson Street Southside Pittsburg Harris Evinapera Harais Zanesville Famar Hiland Tamoneys Nellie da Patrick Smary Hiland Bates Street Fourteenth Ward

People’s sale slashes winter wear at half price

We will sell every winter garment this season regardless of cost. Plush Lacques wraps and jackets, Seal Plush jackets and fur muffs are offered at steep discounts with many items quoted at vastly reduced prices. Muslin underwear embroideries torchon laces and white goods continue the sale.

Newmarkets

Mistaken Policy On Discount Clothing Sales

The passage argues against frequent drastic sales and discounts as a tactic to draw trade. It emphasizes that genuine quality and consistent value sustain buyers, stating that tall claims undermine trust. The author prefers steady pricing, durable clothing, and fair value over hype and exaggeration to move merchandise.

Tailoring to Order at Wanamaker Brown

Wanamaker and Brown advertise reasonable prices for the best tailoring to order and best goods. The shop promises quality garments and value to customers seeking custom fittings and reliable merchandise.

Bargain House Ad Lists Silk Deals and Bargains

Bogos and Buhl advertise New India Silks at 50c to $1 with bar gains on 27 inch goods at 66c and 24 inch goods at 65c. The ad notes that one dollar owed at 65c goes at this price as a promotional offer.

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