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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1892

Page

12

Demand A Change in City Methods Sparks Ward Twenty Ticket Fight

Citizens in the Twenty ward protest current governance revealing a favored ring and propose a citizen ticket with William N. Tameer and W. H. Denniston for Select Council and J. G. Stewart and others for Common Council. A committee is formed to investigate and report to voters ahead of February 6 primaries while Democrats in the Thirty-third ward organize their own ticket.

Select Council William N. Tameer W. H. Denniston Common Council YP. Thompson J. G. Stewart Aldermas J. BR. Nyndmann David Bair de T. DP. Davis Cyrus Gmc Asvexsor William Sprague Seores Thomas Ligcest Citizens Corneil G. W. Baum Commes Council Dg. Stewart David Maxwell John Langhern Cons Gallagher Patrick McDonal Patrick Fenlon Tom Kelly Patrick Kane John Kenler Bernard Short Mike Rogers C.K. Potter Journeymen Painters W. A. Jewell Homer Pirrtacen Loone Ancor O. Ual Leidertaffe Hall Bloom

Twenty eighth Ward Republicans Nominate and Ersolee

A Republican meeting in the Twenty-eighth ward school house nominated candidates for ward offices. James Blamey presided as chair. Candidates named include James E. Flinn for Common Council and W F Rohrkte, W E Hamilton and W N Crawford for School Directors. F K Feiger was named Ward Assessor. Speakers attacked tax hikes and millage, calling for no more than 15 mills.

Twenty-eighth Ward Cacdida Werc Omed James Blamey St. Thomas Common Council James E. Flinn W. F. Rohrkn W. E. Hamiltoveand W. N. Crewford F. K. Feiger Madetraie Succop Flinn

Public Meeting Adopts Resolutions on City Property Variations

About 325 voters attended as the Committee on Resolutions read a motion. The Twenty eighth ward citizens declare support for lower village costs and oppose park spending above 100000 dollars. They urge Connell members to vote for the smallest feasible village and not to exceed US bills.

Aeko Woodleard J.M. Schoonmaker J. BR. McGintey A. MM. Reet William. Parkinson Che Smprey Mets Ligerit David Maswell Gixo Twentieth Penple Otfers Twentyfirei Variow Nobert LL Mercer Aon A. W. Monsiter Folk Ap P . Mon Emmett T. Cotton James Lehorr Thomas Shell Spe Couvell Herman Bohrkaste Comroo Connell Thomas Wallace W. Eamucett John P. Spincer Joseph Tanks McKain Christopher Soda Edpe Fred Zell Committee On Resolutions Twenty Eighth Ward Mostng Case Larkin Hoerr

Reward Offered for Arrest of Stone Throwers in Manchester Strike

Officials of the Manchester Railway offer a $1000 reward for arrest and conviction of anyone proven to throw stones at company cars amid a wave of vandalism. Incidents reported at Beaver Avenue and Washington Streets and at Fulton Street and Pennsylvania Avenue injuring a woman. strikers denounce the acts as cowardly and brutal. Chief Murphy notes injuries to bystanders and warns that continued violence could alienate Allegheny citizens.

Manchester Murphy Beaver Avenue Washington Streets Fulton Street Pennsylvania Avenue Allegheny

Death by Own Action Reported in Sharpsburg

Coroner notified near midnight of the death by suicide of Mrs Herman Prosts in Sharpsburg. She reportedly took a poison dose about 7 40 PM at her home at Powers Street and Clay alley. Dr. Graham could not save her and she died around 11 PM. Mrs Prosts was about 35 years old. No further details were given. The case will be investigated today.

McDowell Herman Prosts Sharpsburg Powers Street Clay Alley Graham Prosts

Schaller Quarrel Ends in Knife Wounding at Allegheny

George Schaller and his son Henry Schaller from 55 Spring Garden Avenue Allegheny quarreled over candy last night. Henry was stabbed in the abdomen by Heury, a knife wound deemed likely to be fatal. Chief Murphy sent Riley and Moreland to the scene. the wounded man was taken to Allegheny General Hospital and the assailant arrested.

George Schaller Henry Schaller Spring Garden Avenue Allegheny Heury Chiefurphy Riley and Moreland Allegheny General Hospital

Moonshiners Arrested Brought to City Jail

Five moonshiners led by Charles Pelesky Atmos Scrtchfield John Doe alias Joseph Maihead James Tinkey and Jacob Tinkey were arrested in the mountains by Acting Internal Revenue Collector Mitchell and other Revenues Department officers and committed to jail by Commissioner McCandress for attempting to defraud.

Charles Pelesky Atmos Scrtchfield John Doe Joseph Maihead James Tinkey Jacob Tinkey Internal Revenue Mitchell Revenus Department McCandress

Mercantile Library Wall Company Sues Pittsburg Library

The Mercantile Library Wall Company filed a suit against the Pittsburg Library Association for rent owed for rooms on Penn Avenue. The amount is £2.77 with interest from December 31, 18%.

Mercantile Library Wall Company Pittsburg Library Association Penn Avenue

Health Board reports rise in scarlet fever diphtheria cases

The daily Board of Health summary records five new scarlet fever and six diphtheria cases in the city yesterday. Coroners Jury verdicts address accidental deaths in two cases from crashes on local rail lines.

Geyer to Decide on Fourteenth Ward Tax Valuation Plan

County officials weigh action after a dispute over the Fourteenth ward's taxable valuation. Commissioner Boyle notes late submissions trigger penalties. Geyer to issue opinion tomorrow. Numerous appeals follow high or disputed assessments across multiple wards, with residents including Charles Donnelly opposing value boosts on Smithfield street property.

Fourteenth Ward Geyer Boyle City Board of Assessors

New Terms of the Chiefs and Department Changes

Chiefs Brown Bigelow and Elliot begin new terms tomorrow. Public Works and Charities expect no staff changes while Public Safety sees several shifts including John Spratt joining Building and Plumbing Inspection for ill Captain Brennen. Lieutenant Gallant may become Lieutenant as Waggoner Holmes and Glenn receive new station slots. Chiefs Bigelow and Elliot swore in yesterday before Mayor Gourley.

Brown Bigelow S Elliot Public Works and Charities Bigelow Department of Public Safety Tar John Spratt Bureau of Building and Plumbing Inspection C. L. Brennen David Lewis Lewis Bureau McAleese Charles Gallant Waggoner Holmes Glenn Gourley

Appointments in Abryance Police Under Review

Chief Brown of the Safety Department said yesterday that the report of appointments to the superintendency and other police changes was premature and would wait until the new term begins. The expected list is not anticipated to vary much from yesterday’s hints, especially regarding Assistant Superintendent O'Mara's promotion.

Brown Safety Department Beire O'Mara

Advertisement Submission Hours and Rates Policy

Open daily except Sunday until PF. M. Advertisements accepted until that hour for insertion the next morning at regular rates.

Bhott

Allegheny Republicans Open Political Campaign at City Hall

A large Republican gathering at City Hall marks the start of a county campaign for the party in Allegheny. Notable figures include farmer Taggart and Coroner McDowell, with resolutions ordering primaries for March 5 1892 andMay 28 1892 to select delegates for state and national conventions.

Allegheny County Republican County Committee City Hall Quay Farmer Taggart Montgomery County Camerons Tagcart J. M. Carson Butler County Reading State Senate Pittsburg Charley H. Fletcher Philadelphia Steele Uppermen Neeb Flinn Upperman Laflerty Weaver Cotter Lemon Wrebinsop Crozan Jim Richards Vint Stevens Henry Ochse Etna McDowell Snowcerl George W. Miller Warmeastie Gripp Dr. Foster Allerheny Tuessiny Allegheny Washington, Fayette Greene Republicia John B. Kennedy Court of Common Pleas Congress Dalzell

Meeting endorses George Shiras Jr for Supreme Court seat

Allegheny County Bar members met to recommend to the President the appointment of George Shiras Jr. to the late Judge Bradley’s United States Supreme bench. Major A M Brown presided. resolutions praised Shiras’s legal ability and character, pledging him a fair and industrious judgeship.

Allegheny County Bar George Shiras, Jr Bradley United States Supreme Bench A. M. Brown John D. McKennan W. & Chalfant W. Cunningham R. B. Petty D. D. Bruce Shiras Nanved

Chamber of Commerce appoints subcommittees for Pittsburg exhibit

The Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce on the Columbian Fair exhibits met in the Thaw residence to authorize sub committees by industry to urge manufacturers to apply for space at the World’s Fair. They urged State Commission plans from Chicago and asked for industry representatives to join.

Chamber of Commerce Pittsburg Chamber of Commercce Thaw Fifth Street State Commission Chamber of Cammerce Chicago Scaife Follansbee William Quinn Pennsylvania

Glass Works Burned In Major Philadelphia Fire

The flint glass bottle house of W. H. Hamilton & Co. at Twenty first and Rail road streets was destroyed by a fire caused by a gas leak. The frame building, 50 feet by 80, suffered about 75 000 in damage with 5 000 to the structure, fully insured, and the firm plans immediate rebuilding. About 80 workers affected.

Methilda G. MecConnel Winsbiddle Avenue Friendship Avenue Jai Acrea Winebiddle Avenue Hernan Street Eneliah Twentieth Ward Mary Pear Ninal Street W. CO. Hull Mary Street Ternard Grimes Seventeanth Ward Bocler Center Streets St. James Thirteanth Ella W. Peck Town Street Ina Ackanent Twenty-first Ward F. W. Bayley Fort Bennett Martland Streets Richardson Biomas Street Hannah Sehmitz Julius J, S Tucker Lincoln Avenue Meadow Street John Bisachl Frannkstown Avenue Putnam Street W. H. Hamilton & Co Twenty-first Railroad Streets Twenty-first Street John Kearns Penn Avenue

Old Cook well at McDonalds resumes flow at 25 Bbls per hour

Wheeling Natural Gas Company reported the revival of the Cook well at McDonalds after a period of pumping and cleaning. The well began producing yesterday at about 25 barrels an hour, recalling its earlier output of 100 barrels daily and its prior fire and extinguishment last August.

Wheeling Natural Gas Company McDonald's

Oakdale residents plan water pipe protection after fire

Following a recent Oakdale fire residents vote to tap a nearby Southern Pipe Line Company water pipe. The system will supply 200 psi from Chartiers Creek to strengthen firefighting capability and future readiness.

Oakdale Southern Pipe Line Company Chartiers Creek

Church organ praised by critics sells four units in week

John McDaniels, a wanted city resident, is invited to contact J. C. Connors at the police superintendent's office for matters of mutual interest. Water L Doormoser lauds the Vocalion Church Organ for its flute like stops and pipe organ tone while noting its fast action and accurate intonation. H. Kieber & Bro. of 506 Wood Street report four organ sales in the week to Uniontown Baptist Church Scottdale Methodist Church Duquesne Baptist Church and Elizabeth Presbyterian Church with Andrew Carnegie’s presentation.

John McDaniels Vocalion Water L Doormoser Dankosch America Messrs. H

Bargain Closing Sale Advertised at Pitcairn's Shop

House Hunters read the special to let advts in to morrows Dispatch. Bargain closing sale of winter suits trousers and overcoats. Suits to order $25 pants at Pitcairn's 434 Wood Street. After a sleepless night use Angostina Bitters to tone up system. All druggists. Tissy.

Pitcairn’s Wood Street Tissy

Wife confronts Philadelphia husband in Pittsburgh boarding house scene

Mrs. W G Middleton came from Philadelphia to identify her estranged husband Middleton who entertained a brunette lodger at 951 Penn Avenue. She produced marriage proof and he admitted nothing, prompting her to seek divorce while Middleton loses his job at Keystone Watch Works as superintendent dismisses him.

Penn Avenue Union Depot W.G. Middleton Philadelphia Middleton Geoffrey Middleton Joseph Eichbaum Matthews Joseph Birnbaum & Co

Meeting of A O U W Officers on Third Avenue

Grand Lodge officers of the Ancient Order of United Workmen met in the order's rooms on Third avenue to review the Secretary's books and ensure proper conduct. Present were Grand Master Gorton of Smethport Grand Foreman John W. Bickel of Norristown and Grand Overseer A A Anderson of Allegheny.

Ancient Order of United Workmen Third Avenue Gorton Smethport John W. Bickel Norristown A. A. Anderson Allegheny

Marshell the Cash Grocer scales back Allegheny stores

Marshell the Cash Grocer says its order trade has grown so large that it cannot properly serve customers at its Allegheny stores. The company notes a reduction starting on or about February 3.

Allegheny

Shipping Department Moves to Pittsburg Stores

Our shipping department will be removed to our Pittsburg stores. The Pittsburg locations have an improved electric elevator and all orders will be packed and shipped from the second and third floors by specialized staff. The Order Department becomes a separate store with no retail connection.

Pittsburg Allegheny

Not enough context to identify a full headline

The notice states that 15 men are required as no other store in the state employs that many. It explains improved facilities for handling orders will boost customer satisfaction and expects trade to grow beyond current levels. It invites readers to request a weekly price list and submit a trial order.

Focus and Hacxe New Goods Worth Seeing

NEW GOODS WORTH SEEING At no other time this season there is such a choice of ginghams lawns sateens challis percales cambries cheviots flannelettes crepons Brandenburg Fiji cloths A collection of unsurpassed assortments and values Zephyr Ginghams 740 pieces 15c yard White goods new styles 1oc to top prices Curtain display PortiFres fringed borders from 4.25 per pair Nottingham Swiss lace curtains Fifth avenue window display Blankets and eider down comforts marked down Cor Fifth Ave and Market St ati uwrsv

Nottingham Fifth Avenue

Merchants Seek Homes for Thousands in Trade Stock

In February 1892 Biber and Easton urge local merchants to provide a market for a large consignment of merchandise now on hand. The milder weather is noted as favorable for entering new sales.

Blanket Prices Promote Wide Woolen Selection

Large size white all wool blankets offered from 2.75 to 3.50 per pair with extra grades around 4.00. Scarlet all wool blankets priced 2.50 to 3.50, plus 11-4 at 4.00. Red blankets 5 to 6, finest 12-4 extra heavy at 7 and 3, plaid blankets 4.00 to 4.50 per pair.

Eider Down Comforts Reduced In Sale Range

Eider down comforters now priced from 4 50 to 15 dollars, down from the prior 6 to 25 dollar range. The reductions cover a variety of sizes and styles, reflecting a seasonal clearance and aimed at attracting frugal shoppers.

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