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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1890

Page

5

Miners vote to continue fight after failed settlement

In Walston and Adrian Pennsylvania the Buffalo Rochester and Pittsburg Coal Company faces a four man miners committee. General Manager Haskell refuses concessions and insists workers resume individually without demands. A mass meeting in Adrian with about 1000 attendees vows to stay out until terms are granted.

Difpatoch Buffalo Efect Haskell Quintisk Quinn Eee

Big Bunko Scheme Cheats Covington Resident Out of 5500

Wealthy Covington Ohio resident Clarke Adams was duped by a gold brick game. A stranger posing as a friend’s son convinced Adams to help bury and later retrieve gold bricks. A genuine Indian guarded the site and the fake treasure was authenticated as real before Adams was wired to hold payment until a supposed heir could verify funds.

Clarke Adams Covington Here Adams Watson Arizona Fair Grounds

Merino Sheep Breeders Registry Meeting Adopts New Members

The United States Merino Sheep Breeders Registry Association held its annual meeting in Columbus. Fifteen new members were admitted while aims focus on bloodline records and purity. Officers for the year include President Wm L Archer, First Vice H Bell, Second Vice Elxton, and Treasurer Samuel Gor.

United States Merino Sheep Breeders’ Registry Association Columbus Treasury Wm. L. Archer Burgettstown H. Bell Independence Elxton D.eveneen Samuel Gor

Turkeys Found Safe After Six Weeks Hidden Under Box

Two turkeys owned by Thomas Clark of Meadow Lands vanished before Christmas and reappeared a field beneath a large box. The birds survived six weeks without food or shelter as a storm toppled the box. Both birds are reported to be recovering and expected to be in good shape by next Christmas.

Patch Wastmoros Thomas Clark Meadow Lands

Two Men Shot Dead in Accident at Peesim Shooting Center

A shooting accident near Enowshoe resulted in the deaths of Bordner and Stachick after a mark on a tree was shot away and replaced. Several men were present, and no ill will was found. The incident occurred around 6 o'clock, leaving others injured.

Bevlerorre Enowshoe Svfpentach Stachick Bordner

Pleasant dedication of Pennsylvania Memorial Home for disabled soldiers

The Pennsylvania Memorial Home for disabled soldiers and families was dedicated today at the Long view Hotel tract of about 34 acres purchased by the state for 35 dollars. The building will hold over 100 people with modern improvements. Prominent attendees included Thomas Steartment, A F Thompson, W N Jones, and Wricht. The Women's Relief Corps led the project, with national president Konie Wittemmeper and Pennsylvania department head Helen Morrison among those present. A banquet for about 350 visitors followed the ceremony, though Governor Was not able to attend.

Pennsylvania Memorial Home Longview Hotel Hon Thomas i Steartment Ennapieaehaene Army Benater A. F. Thompson Lykens Tease B. Brown W. N. Jones Williamsport Wricht Smethport Women's Relief Corps of Pennsylvania Largeler Sere Konie Wittemmeper Mia Abbieneh Helen Morrison Department of Pennsylvania Women’s Relief Corps Saient Besnens

Goff’s Side of the Case Before West Virginia Legislature

Special telegram from Cuarniestox W V January 2 reports the Legislature reassembling to decide the gubernatorial matter with General Goff’s attorney W P Hubbard presenting arguments for about five hours. Hubbard's forceful address contrasted with Judge Johnson’s prior briefing for Judge Fleming, criticizing the majority report as politically biased and urging review of the investigation committee’s minority view.

Johnson Fleming Mlnprewery Hubbard

In Surmise of Dorsey Policy Suit in Flood Case

John D. Dorsey, Philadelphia traveler injured in the Conemaugh flood and later died, is the subject of a suit by his mother Mire Mary Dorsey to recover a $5,000 policy from Commercial Mutual Accident Company. Philadelphia counsel present as witnesses testified Dorsey suffered chest injuries and pneumonia from the flood ordeal, favoring the plaintiff.

FECAL Tapator JonNeTown John D. Dorsey Philadelpha Hulburt Philadelphia Commercial Mutual Accident Company Mire Mary Dorsey W. H H. Rameey H. 8. Gill E. C. Fisher Dre. W. B. Lowman J. W. Harper Frank Henford Hulburt House Dorsey

CESSNA OUT FOR CONGRESS

A telegram from January reports a bombshell rumor that John Cessna may seek the Congressional nomination. Uncle John dodges questions saying his friends know what they are doing while a Western independent movement looms and speculation swirls about retirement advised by Senator Quay.

Eprctal Hbeepromp John Cessna John Ann Ben Scott Quay Scull

Court session in Wheeling over Dickerson assault case

In Wheeling Circuit Court the State of West Virginia pursued Rodney Dickerson for allegedly assaulting 11 year old Florence Wilson of Pittsburg on April 19. Prosecutor Howard clashed with a witness. Howard was admonished, then fined $2 and removed from the courtroom after a heated exchange.

Ted Wheeling W. VA West Virginia Rodney Dickerson

Ohio's Gretna Green Quick Runaway Spot

Yorkestown Ohio reports rapid notoriety for aiding runaways within 100 miles. A recent elopement tied up by Justice Miller sent the couple back to Rochester. In Uniportown a wagon accident killed Allen Stewart leaving a bereaved family.

Dispatch Yorkestown H Andrew Rochester Miss Sadie Sewickley i Ace County Justice Miller

Hood’s Sarsaparilla advertised as a tonic and blood purifier

A testimonial praises Hood’s Sarsaparilla as a reliable blood purifier and strength builder after diphtheria. The ad claims the remedy restores vitality, with a customer from Westfield, Massachusetts endorsing two bottles. It notes price and availability from Hood & Co., Lowell, Massachusetts.

Hood

Notable Brass Foundry Figures Active in Hammond

W Scott Bonnell Captain J L Bote ford Richard Broom C D Arms Frank P Wick and T F Woodman, prominent figures at the Steel plant in Hammond Indiana, are set to begin immediate work producing cut atom related materials.

Jones and Redd Suit Ends in Dual Verdict

In Washington Pennsylvania the case of Noah Jones and Harlam Redd concludes with a double verdict. Redd receives one dollar in damages and Jones receives zero. The court will address the attorneys’ costs and the judgment at the March term.

Dispatch Washington Noah Jones Harlam Redd Rodd Jones

Body found in the snow near Belleview Hotel

A boy tramping rabbits on a hill behind the suburban Belleview Hotel found a partly decomposed male body lying in snow. He held a photo of a young lady in one hand, but no identification is known. The article notes demand for Iron City Brewing Co. ale and porter in local bars.

Wheeling Belleview Iron City Brewing Co

Marriage Licenses Granted Yesterday in Louis Residence

The notice lists several marriage licenses issued yesterday in Louis residence. Names include McDonald Collind Tuech and others linked to Walker’s Mills and Pittsburg area.

Yeaterday Louis McDonald Collind Tuech Atte ‘Walker S Mills Ben Pittsburg Pittaburg

Marriages Listed at Bellefield and Allegheny Homes

On January 2 1800 at the bride parents home Fifth avenue Bellefield Rev R J Costar joined Anna Lauehiz daughter of William Holmes to Gustave C Kony. On January 23 1890 at 195 Fayette Street Allegheny Rev Robert McPherson united Lipa M daughter of N M McDowell with Erronim Lawrik.

Kubn—Holmes Fifth Avenue Bellefield R. J. Costar Anna Lauehiz William Holmes Gustave C. Kony Lawrie—Mcdowell Fayette Street Allegheny Robert McPherson Lipa M N. M. McDowell Erronim Lawrik

Obituary notices from Pittsburg area in 1890s paper

Death notices list widows and children, funeral details, addresses and dates. Entries include Beattie Beatty of Crawford Street Pittsburgh, Elizabeth Daum of Oakland, Dickson, Cannie Bevinon of Mansfield, Gallagher daughter of James and Bridget, Huneell Batpas Huw xu, Eva Mathilda Kennedy, George Milligan, Frank Shem, Thomas Shaw, Tufts and Vinsel among others with residence locations such as 5334 Crawford Street 211 Carson Street 618 Larimer Avenue and church or rail line references.

Forbes Avenue Oakland Dicksons E Dicxsox Kelley Street Wilkinsburg Cannie Bevinon William Sing Arrie Belind Mansfield Gallagher Center Avenue Irkpacrick Street James Bridget Gallagher Huneell Batpas Huw Xu Herron Avenue Jay Eva Mathilda Henry Rachel Aay Carson Street Southside Farpar Kennedy Eleanor F D. J Annie Larimer Avenue Milligan Yhureday George DewYys Thomas Margaret Milligan River Road Chartiers Township Shem Frank _ ane TON Jeanie M. Shem William J. White Vivents Federal Street Pittsburg Ferpay Shaw Hia Glenshar Cenenes Thomas Wilsor Shaw Farpay Allecheny Pittsburg and Western Railroad Glenshaw Limu Tufts Barr Tufts Liberty Avenue St. Louis Vinsel—On Chas Woelfel Pareau St. Peter's Church Liberty Street Allegheny

Bargain Bonanza in Broadcloths and Garments

A price slashing display offers Scotch Plaids at 60c, Dollar Mouchoir Plaids at $1 per yard, 48 inch black broadcloths at 65c, and jackets from $5 to $7. Ladies garments and cloaks are sacrificed, with Seals Plush Fur Capes and furs cleared at lively rates. Also 4-4 Zephyr Ginghams 25c and 3-4 Zephyr Ginghams 12½c plus 500 pieces American Zephyr Ginghams front store.

Winter fur sale slashes prices on jackets and more

A broad sale unites all winter garments at half price with drastic cuts on Seal Plush Jackets Fur trimmings and fur muffs. Items include Black Hare Muffs and a range of furs from Opossum to Otter plus muslin underwear embroideries laces and white goods in continuation of the sale.

Newmarkets Alaska Bergen

New India Silks Grabs Bargain Prices Inspire Ad

N. B. New India Silks lists items priced 50c to $1 with several bargains. Highlights include 27 inch golds at 60c and 24 inch at 65c, the latter offered as an extra quality. One dollar items priced at 65c are advertised as well.

N. B

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