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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1892

Page

11

Ninth Annual Women’s Relief Corps Convention in Post S

The ninth annual convention of the Women’s Relief Corps set for Wednesday and Thursday in Post S’s hall on Fourth Avenue with Department headquarters at Hotel Fobresser Parlor HB. Delegates should contact Armal L. Looch at 257 East Street Allegheny for hotel rooms. a campfire will be held at Old Cice Hall Tuesday evening with addresses by Hon. F I Gourley and Mee Emmet Lindsler of Warren.

Women's Relief Corps Post S's Hall Fourth Avenue Thursay Department Fobresser Armal L. Looch East Street Allegheny Old Cice Hall F.I. Gourley Emmet Lindsler Warren I. A. BR George G. Bover G. A R Vesermne McPherson Shadrw Lane Ena Mercie J. Sins J. W. Patterson

Open meeting draws large crowd for Patterson astron talk

The Post's open meeting drew a large and appreciative audience last Thursday. W. J. Patterson spoke on astronomy, sharing profound knowledge in plain terms, leaving many impressed. The event featured a quartet, a new brass band, and recitations, followed by a social with toast to comrades George Cramer.

Post W. J. Patterson Atterson Astron Test 17 Teese Deeret George Cramer

Awards and Honors Given to Veteran Commanders

Testimonials were presented at a recent meeting as Past Commander John Leawbic and Past Senior Vice Commander F C Wesgivensa received geld badges and emblems. Ex-Officer of the Guard James Police was noted with a souvenir ting, and Adjutant SH Lambert earned a silver waterset after nine years of service. Commanders Ashworth and K Watlace assisted in presenting the honors in a cordial ceremony.

John Leawbic F.C Wesgivensa Corp, Periment and Company James Eolice SH. Lambert Fommde Dertel Ashworth Lambert K.watlace

Garfield Circle officers honored and installed in January gathering

Garfield Circle No. 15 Friday meeting honored officers and welcomed Colonel John B. Clark Circle guests. Doran installed officers, with Breckinridge presiding, as circles plan next department talks. Ladies of the circle announce services at 248 Sarah Street and discuss ways to recruit new members for the year.

Garfield Circle No. 15 JV. Brooks Mes F . Seuververr John B. Clark California Avenue Jons B. Clark Department Reacher Doran Chreiner Tae Dae Goldea Impo Ce Conyim Winkarra McMiIntaxy Ze H. Thames A. Fn Ain

Post 296 and comrades hold meeting amid losses

The article notes Post 296 and various comrades gathering for a meeting with new officers taking charge. It mentions General Rosecrans, Comrade Smythe honored with wine and spectacles, and a funeral for Comrade Hurd with Post 58 in attendance.

Cale Seriong Post 1 Post 2 Eosecrans Poigey Oight Post Smythe

Comrades Honor James McCracken in West Virginia Artillery

Funeral arrangements announced for James McCracken of Company G First West Virginia Light Artillery. Burial from residence at 118 Twenty fourth Street Southside with post turnout at 7 pm. Commander McGrath orders full uniform assembly at headquarters 1222 Carson Street at 1 pm. Post 157 previously surprised Comrade Patterson household on Sherman Avenue with elk statues and a silver set as gifts.

James McCracken First West Virginia Light Artillery Twenty-fourth Street Southside McGrath Bas Carson Street Bellevue W.d. Satterson Sherman Avenue Carolina Patterson

No. 6 Forts Knights Meeting Hints Big Event and Loss

J W Morifox treasurer elect of Pennsylvania will not attend a May meeting. A McClelland reported fit at the Thstd meeting but later said to be better. February meeting will host prominent comrades from No 1 and promise a fine entertainment with top singers. Comrade Janes McCaackes of Nov 1 died and will be buried with US G A R honors today at 2 p m from his residence. J H Steven-nox of No 6 received a letter from James Knowlton Post 23 Toronto seeking addresses of the 18th Pennsylvania Cavalry for Lt Benjamin Austin. Lawrence Coon of No 6 visited No 1 and praised No 1. Ex-Colonel J W Ray attended since surrendering the gavel. Dick Murphy named Ser-Major of Comp D 155th Pennsylvania Volunteers and performed creditably. Encampment No 1 held a lively meeting with two applications for membership. A H Har’s motion created a committee to plan Appomattox Day on April 9, and the committee will be announced. Debate over a National Headquarters pro rata assessment reduction led to referring the reply to a special committee.

Cowman J. W. Morrifox Pennsylvania A. McClelland Comnane Janes McCaackes West Virginia Artillery U. V. Land Twenty-Fourth Street Southside Exet J. H. Stevennox James & Knowlton Department of New York G. A Toronto Canada Pennsylvania Cavalry Benjamin Austin Queen Street Comnand Lawrence Coon No. 6 No. 1 No. L J. W. Ray Dick Murphy A. H. Har

Golden Chale Update and Masonic Lodge Reports

Dr Painter of No 9 visiting Massachusetts with parents. Pittsburg Lodge No 3 held one initiation and four membership applications last meeting. Lincoln Lodge Southside reported one initiation and one application. Jacob Neipiin, a prominent member, had a touch of the grip last week. George W Chambers appointed to represent Pittsburg Lodge at the annual meeting of Past Commanders to elect a State Commander and address other business. Meeting set for Wednesday January 7 at 1 PM in Pittsburg Lodge No 3 hall, Fourth Avenue.

Dr. Painter No. 9 Massachusetts Pittsburg Ite Lincoln Lodge Southside Jacob Neipiin George W. Chambers Pittsburg Lodge Pennsylvania Pittsburz Lodge No. Be Fourth Avenue

Gossip of the Guard Reveals Staff Moves and Armory Funds

Mason Frane Patreason returns from Philadelphia as Second Brigade Inspector. Adjutant General William McCrettarp departs Harrisburg for Fortress Monroe seeking health. Colonel Harriscrox takes four months leave. he will refuse re election. Armory rents vouchers issued. two hundred dollars per company allotted. Fourteenth Regiment equipped with music for a year. Adjutant Hupvhard enlists 49 musicians from the East End. Spring inspections begin February 1 with Company F, Fifteenth Regiment at Iron City and proceed through listed units. Musicians will be inspected with their companies. reports on armories and ammunition must be filed.

Mason Frane Patreason Philadelphia William McCrettarp Harrisburg Fortress Monroe Lurrexant CoLorrt Thomas Harriscrox Guard Hupvhard East End Fourteenth Perards Iron City Sheridan Company A Meany William Doak Eny Donkisst Jonys A. Wurr Pattison Wiley Couri

Mansfield Presbyterians Secure a Site for a New Church

Real estate and market news highlight Allegheny area activity with the First Presbyterian Church of Mansfield choosing a Washington avenue and Main street site for a new church at a cost of 10000 dollars. Plans estimate the edifice at 25000 to 30000 dollars with work to start after preliminaries. Other downtown and residential deals are noted, including a 50000 dollar transaction on a downtown property and multiple lot sales in Hazelwood and West Bellevue.

Allegear Realty W. A. Herron & Sons Pepe No Union Avenue East Park Llewellyn T. C. Jenkins & Co RB. G. McGonnigle First Presbyterian Church Mensfield Washington Avenue Main Street Dicker Ira M. Burchfield John F. Hosack Lytle Street Hazelwood Baxter, Thompson & Co Hazelwood Avenue Twenty-third Ward Thirteenth Ward Kirkpatrick Street Jenniston, Elderkin & Co Thomas J. Doyle J. Frank Lowman End Harvard Street J. W. Kirker Walter B. Seeley Angie Alley Mary A. McMillen Clark F. Warden Bellfonte Street Elmer Street W. W. Reed P. Wilson Speer Dallas J. B. Larkin & Co Blair Station George Husack Joan K. Ewing & Co D. E. Beatty J. C. Elliott Robinson Street First Ward Allegheny A.C. Byers & Co oCcones Heny Federal Ohio Burrell Improvement Company Kinsington Joseph L. McCormick Washington, Pa Frank L John T. Cain Pittsburg Islam M. McElfresh Drewen P. O M.f.hipple & Co William M. Bell Woolworth Avenue Twentieth Ward A. Z. Byers & Co Ellsworth Thomas Debbie F. Johnston Northside Land Association West Bellevue Harrison Avenue

Local stock boom boosts Birmingham Tractions gains

There was a burst of activity in local stocks during the week with large sales for a long period. Birmingham and Wuquesne Tractions and Philadelphia Gas are among the strongest features noted as the market responded positively to the change.

Pacific Birmingham Traction Birmingham and Wuquesne Tractions Philadelphia

New York Bank Statement Shows Strong Surplus Reserves

The New York bank statement reported one of the strongest issues, with surplus reserves rising by 9 428 875 and 92 993 490 above legal requirements. Only circulation decreased, with loans, specie, and deposits showing increases elsewhere. Money on call in New York was easy with no loans, and rates held steady for prime mercantile paper and various bills.

Ccceeensens Ccewecreree New York Bank New York

Banks Gain Strength Amid Mixed Stock Market Activity

The New York stock market opened irregularly as bears pressed but banks show a stronger position with 33 million in cash and 11 million in deposits. Distillers and Manhattan lead gains while New England, Omaha, and Industrials rally after the bank statement. overall volume remains light with modest changes.

New York Bears Oahu Manhattan Ithis New England Omaha Atchison Chicago Gas Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Erie Louisville and Nashville Northwestern Northern Pacifie

Bank clearings and balances across cities with weekly totals

Financial ledger style report showing weekly and year-ago figures for bank clearings and balances in New York Boston St. Louis and other cities. It lists totals such as 70 408 797 in clearings with balances around 10 317 408, and notes rates for money and exchange premiums.

New Oneans—learings New York Exchange Batarore Pritanstrata Balanees New York Hoston Tarrant & Co Frice

McDonald Field Oil Boom Picks Up Production

The McDonald field shows a rise in output from 32 000 to 34 500 barrels yesterday as operators rush to exploit sand before March rains halt road access. Guffey Queen No 1 on the H H Wetmore yard is at 500 feet, while Galey Bros No 1 on the Walter farm pumps 45 barrels per hour. Reed farm well is reported to be deepening into the fifth sand with potential for more than nine barrels a day if developed.

McDonald Field Galey Bros Walter Farm Guffey & Queen H. H. Wetmore Jennings, Guffey & Co Matthews Heirs Elliott Trestle Murphy Bros Nobiestown Willow Grove Gordon Greenlee & Forst Belgium Eliott Nancy Bell Guckert & Steele Thompson Jet Nlrth Wheeling Gas Company V S Mercer & Co Reed Farm McDonald Kennedy, Fitzgibbon & Botts Moore Farm McCurdy Hussler, Durvis & Botts Boyce Robson, Stewart & Co McCloy Ewine Parnassus Westmoreland County E. M. Hakill & Co William Wallace Clements Anderson Farm James 8 Giles Hershey Robert G. Hershey la Grippe Is Grippe

Week 18 Oil Prices Inch Up on McDonald Data

Market remained dull and steady as McDonald field output rose early week then fell, bolstering a bullish tone. The day’s close matched Monday’s opening while the high reached 63 and the low near 40. Clearances ran about 40,000 barrels and refiners saw London prices drop while Bremen held.

McDonald London Bremen York Twerp

Market Notes on Petroleum and Transit Certificates

Yesterday's market recap shows petroleum at a standstill with steady openings and dull, featureless trading. Pennsylvania oil and Lima oil had no sales and limited activity, while National Transit certificates opened higher and closed near midrange with substantial clearance volumes.

New York Petroleum Crass Pennsylvania Oil Flo Lima Om Cry Jin Bravford Jan Usc

Live Stock Markets and Mining Stock Quotations

Cattle receipts 887 head with 60 head shipments. hog receipts 4 450 head with 5 000 shipped, market steady to dull with best heavy and medium hogs. Sheep receipts 700 head, market slow. New York mining stock quotes list multiple firms with varied prices. Furniture upholstered and repaired by Haver & Konan at 83 Water Street.

Talon Pacific Etee Bel Wheeling & L Ing & Ts. T Philadelphia Whitney & Stephenson Fourth Arena New York Maine Niney Wolowoeda Seeastanta Fe Flint & Wea At Irra Famarack TS Anniston Land Co Boston Land Tatil Bell Telephone Ola Colonee Lameon Tore Central Com Central T. BT New, Ayib &B Homeon Boston & Mont Uny Haver & Konan Water Street

Chicago Horror as Rock Island Train Ditched

A Chicago Rock Island and Pacific train was derailed by split rails fourteen miles from Chicago and set ablaze. Injuries include George Patton skull fractures and Edith Kingsbury dead. others suffer burns and cuts. The entire train and mails burned. estimated loss around $40,000.

Chicagco Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad George Fatton Butte Mont Ray Blue Island Edith “Kingsbury

Gold Dust Lost in Transit in Colorado Mine Shipment

The Tarryall Creek Gold Company faces a missing 5000 ounces of gold from its mines in Colorado. Shareholder Bolton protests the handling and readiness to move to investigate, criticizes superintendent Fortune, and suggests sending someone to Colorado to investigate the loss.

Denver Tarryall Creek Gold Company, Limited London Bolton Fortune Colorado

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