Broken union sway returns workers to jobs and plans unfold
Reports detail industry losses from a long strike and the rapid resumption of work. Agents Swartz Adams and Snyder discuss discipline for deserters and leniency for those returning under pressure. Wages across trades are listed, with carpenters paid the least and painters resisting new master rules as union tensions rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swartz
Aseneen
Adams
Koon Snyder
Swarts
Irwin
Dnstrict Council
P. J. McGwire
Frank
Jewell
Fresco Painters
S O'Clock
Sheriff in Charge at Duquesne Says Strike May Turn Bitter
Sheriff McCleary and about 20 deputies arrived in Duquesne yesterday as tensions rise. Officials report no work at the works and the company vows to restart with non amicable terms. The dispute involves former Amalgamated workers and recent replacements from Leborana’s Reiches era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCleary
Duquesne
Strpke
Reiches
Leborana
Pipe orders widen for American Tube and Iron Co
The American Tube and Iron Company reports rising demand for Matheson joint pipe with orders to Sandwich Islands Mexico and South America eyed. Local offices on First Avenue will move to Monongahela House. Dr Charles J Eames proposal to build a 20 ton daily capacity iron and steel plane at San Mero Bay near San Diego with 200000 pounds cash and land is accepted by the Chamber of Commerce and a committee tasked with planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Tube and Iron Company
Sandwich Islands
Mexico
South America
First Avenue
Monongahela House
Charles J. Eames
Picnary
San Mero Bay
San Diego
Cal
Chamber of Commerce
James Lappan and Co Erect Tempering Tank for Armorer Plates
James Lappan and Co boiler manufacturers are erecting a large tempering tank for tempering the armer plates to be made in the new armer plate mill of Carnegie, Phipps and Co Limited at Heaiestead Pennsylvania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Lappan & Co
Carnegie, Phipps & Co., Limited
Heaiestead
New mills and railways planned across towns and counties
Castor to host a new wooten mill and Mrarvilae to gain an electric railway. Tae Lippe Coal Co of Messillon assigned. Liatilities $15,000. Fire foundations begun for a new roller grist mill at Springboro. A corrass plant organized at Lancaster to manufacture refrigerators and ice machines. Corriss pecking industry started at Washington PA in Hazel Ghee Works Dnalit times. Ford City Pinte Grass Works to resume coal use amid serenity of psa. Tee teem Deptness at Wheeling dull. Belmont till idle. La Belle not running fall, 27 or MeNVILLE to lose furniture rhetoric. Pearce Furniture Co to relocate to Staunton WV. New coal company at New Castle to be known as Thompson Run Coal Co opening mines near Ellwood. MeKercront Councils refuse report on contracts to W T Nicholson. Elle said Ihaca Seading teal wagon manufacturer seeking site for large plant at McKeeport. A manor granted in Harrisburg for Castlerain Coal Co of Washington. Robert and M Jenkins stockholders. iOSarpas villagers angry United Glass Co won’t manufacture glass. plan to build glassworks. Upper Twollek woolen mills of Will sow Indiana with new machinery and steam power ready for term. Jover Reen in US Circuit Court orders Belmont Nail Co vs Columbia Iron and Steel Co. receiver to turn estate over and vacate after accounts. Uemghr-Dbiul Nye writes to fund farm in Duncombe county NC. See tomorrow's DIST ATCH.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Corriss
Washington, Pa
Ford City
Psa
Wheeling
Belmont
la Belle
Menville
Pearce Furniture Compoor
Staunton
W. Va
Ton New Coal Company
New Ocastle
Thompson Run Coal Company
Ellwood
MeKercront
Prince
Anres
W. T. Nicholson
Elle
Ihaca Seading Teal
McKeeesport
Harrisburg
Castlerain Coal Company
Washington
Robert and
M. Jenkins
Iosarpass Vilixens
United Glass Company
Mankheetere
Tas Upper Twollek Woolen Mills
Willsow
Indiana
Railroads urged to adopt passenger booking records after Ravenna wreck
Advocates push for a railroad passenger booking system to record names and addresses for all travelers. They argue it would identify victims, aid police, and mirror ship and lake vessel practices, despite delays at ticket windows and resistance from passengers and clerks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ravenna
Ocean Steamship Lines
High Seas
Great Lakes
Western University To Host Medicine Law Schools
The Western Pennsylvania College of Medicine and Surgery and the Western Pennsylvania University plan joint affiliation under Observatory Hill leadership. A first class of over 50 graduates this year signals growth, with a future law department foreseen under trustees and Chancellor guidance. A Bar Association endorsement may follow as Philadelphia treaties remain distant and dozens of local lawyers enter practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western University
Western Pennsylvania College of Medicine and Surgery
Western Pennsylvania University
Holland
Observatory Hill
The
Bar Association
Philadelphia
Farm Labor Scarce and the Eight Hour Craze
A Pittsburgh area report notes rural workers flee to cities as eight hour movement spreads. Allegheny County farmers like Henry Beckett struggle to hire steady help, risking crop yields. Labor shortages push toward machinery and higher poultry costs to attract workers, with some farmers paying high daily rates but still lacking reliable hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny County
Henry Beckett
Troy Hill
Allegheny
Beckett
Captain Wishart Sues Oil Operators Over Sunday Pumping
Captain Wishart filed charges against T. J. Vandergrift Cyrus Underwood William Young and Solomon Toringer for pumping oil at three wells on the Sabbath. The defendants pled guilty and Wishart withdrew the suits, leaving Alderman Rebe unsure if further cases would be brought or when wrongdoers might face sentencing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wishart
T. J. Vandergrift
Cyrus Underwood
William Young
Solomon Toringer
Alderman Roche
Ewrazie
Alderman Rebe
Alderman Rehe
Captain Wishart
Californians Serial Drama Heads to Sunday Pages
Jules Verne adaptation The Californians appears in THE DISPATCH Sunday issue with two gripping chapters promised for tomorrow. Readers are invited to follow the adventure as the tale unfolds across bold scenes and exotic locales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jules Verne
the Dispatch
Woman Reports Assault With Beer Glass on Clark Street
Ellen Lindsey of Clark Street swore out information before Alderman Cahill alleging Fred Tow struck her on the head with a beer glass, knocking her down and cutting a deep gash. Tow was arrested and jailed in default of $500 bail for a Monday hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellen Lindsey
Clark Street
Cahill
Fred Tow
A Vagrants Visions at the Park Night Scene
A weary Southside tramp about age sixty wanders Fourth avenue and Grant street then boards a city car. He chats with a Dispatch reporter about Pittsburg memories and old times while seeking Highland Park music and shelter near the bandstand, where he lies contentedly waiting for a concert that fails to appear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Avenue
Grant Street
Highland Park
Pittsburg
Serenaders Prompt Backlash From Alleghenian Resident
An irate resident asks Dispatch whether any law suppresses serenaders who disturbed sleep with a repetitive farewell song. He praises the concept but decries what he calls an infernal performance and warns Romeo to learn to sing before serenading under Juliet’s window. The complaint ends with a threat to obtain a gun if the noise continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alleghenian
England
Spain
Romeo
Juliet
A Night of Festivity at Thurman Club Reception
Last night the Allen G. Thurman Club at 1918 Penn avenue Twelfth ward hosted a reception for its newly adopted name. The hall displayed flags and presidential portraits while William Ryan delivered a welcome, Martin Shaffer read the Declaration of Independence, and local dignitaries John Kearns William Fagan Alderman McKenna and W. J. Brennan spoke. The Mt. Troy Mandolin and Guitar Club provided music, and a banquet followed the addresses for a pleasant conclusion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen G. Thurman Club
Penn Avenue
Twelfth Ward
United States
William Ryan
Martin Shaffer
John Kearns
William Fagan
Harrisburg
Alderman McKenna
W. J. Brennen
Mt. Troy
Richard and
Max Rosenheimer
John Jordan
Thomas McDaniels
John Morrison
Working the Southside Confidence Schemes Flourish
Confidence men are active on the Southside with multiple operations. The press package racket drew victims paying three dollars each. A young woman with a sorrowful tale exploited benevolent people to finance tickets to Cleveland and other destinations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Express
Cleveland
Patrick Mathews, 50, Found Dead in Sleep
Patrick Mathews, who boarded with John Mangan on South Eleventh Street, was found dead in bed yesterday morning. He appeared to have died quietly in his sleep after retiring in good health the night before. He was fifty, unmarried, and the family was surprised by the quiet passing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick Mathews
John Mangan
South Eleventh Street
Suit and Cross Suit Over Basket Sparks White War
Minnie Christy sues Cecelia Sellers for assault and disorderly conduct amid a quarrel over a basket. Both women are white and married to Black men. Each fined five dollars and costs. A Knox ville burglary on Thursday night saw a rear window entry at A Zimmerman’s home, with clothing and a gold watch taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alderman McPike
Minnie Christy Va Cecelia Sellers
Knoxville
A. Zimmerman
Zimmerman Former Hotel Proprietor on Carson Street
Money were taken. Mr. Zimmerman was formerly proprietor of a hotel on Carson street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zimmerman
Carson Street
Two Jacek the Ripper Dogs in Allegheny
In Allegheny two dogs owned by a charming young lady earned the nickname Jack the Ripper. For months they plot and kill in the yard with a decoy dog luring strangers while the larger one finishes the attack. The mistress finally yields to law after her brother refuses to act as canine undertaker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Jack the Ripper
Crowded Union Depot as Holiday Train Rush Ends
All trains crowded at the Union depot last evening with excursion travelers paying visits east and to friends. Extra cars were added on through trains while some drunkenness troubled officers. Germans headed to Newark singing contest. Allegheny subcommittee reviewed city property bills totaling 1777.48 including library and wharves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
New York
Atlantic City
Newark
Baltimore
Ohio
Allegheny sub-Committee
Allegheny City Hall Remodel Bins Advertised
A short item notes bins were advertised yesterday for remodeling Allegheny City Hall. It also reports local updates including election of present staff by the Sixth ward school director, a brakeman injured at Glenwood yard, and photos of Second Avenue Electric line motormen. Church services and community notices follow with local pastors listed, plus a note on a rain-impacted Highland Park concert and prison contracts awarded for Western Penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Sixth Ward
Elwen Hates
Baltimore and Ghigo
Glenwood
Second Avenue
Allentown United Presbyterian Church
W. Douthett
Hawny
Pleasant Valley Street Railway Company
National Street Railway Association
Pittsburg
Trene
Eighth United Presbyterian Church
Observatory Hill
Willias Grr
Mansfield
Union Depot
West Penn Hospital
First Unitarian Church
Ross and
Diamond Streets
Old University Building
la. x
Charles E. St. John
Northampton
Mass
DPD
W. Morehouse
American Unitarian Association
Highland Park
Peter Beilstein
Arbuthnot & Stevenson
Souccer
Morganza
Diplomatic Relations with China by John Russell Young
A dispatch titled Our relations with China by John Russell Young opens a series of letters discussing Beijing’s diplomacy and U.S. policy. The author outlines historical context, the evolving tone of bilateral talks, and potential paths for future engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
John Hassell Young
John Russell Young
Fight on vacant lot ends with arrests after prize bout
A late night bare knuckle style duel on a vacant lot at Thirty first street and Liberty avenue drew William Hanlon and Thomas McGovern to a roughly 15 minute fight. John Burns and Frank Driscoll fought as seconds for each side with Max Fell as referee. Captain Unterbaum and several officers detained the principals seconds and referee amid a large, dispersing crowd. The dispute began from a trivial quarrel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thirty-first Street
Liberty Avenue
William Hanlon
Thomas McGovern
John Burns
Hanlon
Frank Driscoll
McGovern
Max Fell
Unterbaum
Duquesne Conductor Narrowly Escapes Car Collision
A Duquesne Traction line conductor on Forbes street Oakland leaped in front of a second car while heading to a livery stable after lunch, his hat shattered a window as the tram struck him. Passengers feared death, but the man escaped unharmed in a curious turn of events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duquesne
Forbes Street
Oakland
Happy Jimmy's Record Run At Schenley Park
The Milton Verner Republican Club of the Twenty fourth ward backs Happy Jimmy in a one mile wheelbarrow race at Schenley Park today. If he completes the distance in 7 minutes 30 seconds he will receive a suit of clothes. He previously carried 225 pounds and 200 pounds, and ate two boiled eggs and bread in 15 minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton Verner
Twenty-fourth Ward
Happy Jimmy
Schenley Park
Bracing Up on Beer and the Prohibition Debate
A temperance convention critique cites June internal revenue data showing 81 250 barrels of beer sold in the Pittsburg district and 211 773 dollars from whisky, totaling around 500 million drinks yearly. The piece humorously projects per capita consumption, compares costs, and notes Prohibitionists face a Sisyphean task amid Brooks law and changing revenue collection practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Internal Revenue District
Hamilton
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Lierpsy Ene
Brooks
Internal Revenue Collector
Few Fires on the Fourth Record Keeps Safe City
The city healthily limits Fourth of July fires as alarms stay low. Chief Brown supports festive behavior with precautions. nearly 100 policemen at Schenley Park and ready crowds in First district. Fire officials expect no major conflagrations, citing past records since 1874. Bessie Bramble will describe Dr. Talmage’s Brooklyn Tabernacle visit in tomorrow’s Dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Schenley Park
Brown
Forebunners of the Fourth Explosives Cause Several Accidents
Last night several accidents from explosives were reported. A one year old, Albert Hichardson, burned by loose powder near Parkway Allegheny. McLoughlin and Murray fought after a rocket incident at Wylie and Bedford. a brick struck Murray’s face, breaking his nose. McLoughlin arrested. A firecracker set a bake shed on Erin street, minor damage. A boy, Joseph Zimmerman, shot himself in the left hand while handling a revolver. Charles Moore injured near a Jackson cracker at Finn and Bedford. Fashions illustrated in The Dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Hichardson
Parkway
Allegheny
Mike Murmy
Patrick McLoughlin
Wylie and
Bedford Svences
McLaughlin
Murray
Eleventh Ward
Foster
M. Kennedty
Erin Street
Joseph Zimmerman
Webbater Avenue
Aieer
Rwin
Finn and
Bedford Streets
Charles Moore
Jackson
Settlement Chance Shifts with Pittsburg Shoe Suit
A writ for 16200 against P. Wagner Jr. was placed with the Sheriff after court hours for the Pittsburg Shoe Company. The confession was filed by Wagner, but no action will occur until Monday. No courthouse record yet. settlement expected today. Educational note follows in THE DISPATCH weekly feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Wagner, Jr
Pittsburg Shoe Company
Wagner
One Weeks Wedding Trifs in Missing Diamonds Case
Mr and Mrs Cameron left East yesterday after a rapid ceremony held Thursday night. They must return in a week to answer for the stolen diamonds. Cameron, known in Lawrenceville, faces questions about his knowledge of his wife's actions. Mrs Duff, the bride's mother, cannot explain the motive and notes money could have funded the wedding without theft. No other missing jewelry cases linked to the bride were found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cameron
Lawrenceville
Dis Ord Conduct Case Involving Eva Snyder Before Alderman
Eva Snyder sister of Virginia Benedict who died by suicide at 111 Grant Street faced a disorderly conduct charge brought by Emma Hackett. Hackett claimed Snyder caused Benedict’s death but offered no substantiation and the suit was dismissed. A note adds that John Russell Young will contribute weekly to The Dispatch starting with tomorrow’s column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eva Snyder
Virginia Benedict
Grant Street
Alderman Donovan
Emma Hackett
Miss Benedict
John Russell Young
The
World of Letters
Dispatch
For Renters With Power on Diamond Street
Advertises large rooms for rent in 75 77 and 79 Diamond street with power electric light elevator and janitor service included. Listings describe rooms 100 by 60 feet 60 by 30 and 28 by 18 with steam heating and low rates around 400 to 2500 dollars. John T. Shields second story office building at corner Diamond and Smithfield between 11 and 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diamond Street
John T. Shields
Dimond
Smithfield
Pr. M
The Most Popular Pianos of Pittsburg and Surroundings
A fresh stock list from HL Kleber & Bro. promotes three top pianos the Stein way the Conover and the Opera piano praised for quality and value. Old organs accepted in exchange. Also a note for Angostura Bitters sold by druggists after a sleepless night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
HL Kleber & Bro
Wee Street
Gentlemen's midsummer bargains on shirts and negligees
Advertises men's apparel at discount prices including Madras and Flannelette shirts two-piece sets double stitched and tailored fits. Highlights fast black Satine shirts and silk negigees with deep markdowns. Mentions Star French outing shirts and marked values around $1 to $3 and up to $200.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genta
Fancy Trimmed Suspenders In Silk For First Class
Advertises plein and fancy trimmed suspenders offered in multiple prices from 23 cents to 60 cents and silk variants. Notes tall and slim designs for first class attire with a wide selection for customers.
Advertises Extra Balbriggan Underwear in large sizes
A faded catalog-style ad lists summer underwear goods including men's shirts and drawers in extra quality priced at 7d each. It mentions cotton underwear for hot weather and boys garments such as undervests and knee drawers. Hosiery items are also shown.
July Clearance Sales at Store After Holiday Break
The store closes today to honor a day of national celebration. After resuming Monday, the July clearance sale offers prices often below half of last week. Inventory includes large quantities and delayed import goods across desirable items.
Summer Drygoods Half Price Clearance Resumes Monday
A local ad announces summer drygoods offered at half the prices from a week ago. Everything is described as desirable and not unseasonable, with the big July clearance to resume Monday morning.
Store Hours Change Special Notice
Beginning Monday July 6 our stores will be open every day at 5 P.M. We ask customers to plan their shopping accordingly and confer a favor by doing so.
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S. T. McClarren
Thomas Reid
TD. Evans
W. Ross Proctor
Sjonmemesone
Mick
Duqureme
Board of County Officials
Industrial Notes
Castor
Wooten
Mrarvilae
Tae Lippe Coal Company
Messillon
Andover
Springboro
Lencaster
Uemghr
Dbiul Nye
Enein
Jere Gask
Duncombe County
N. C
Chatsworth
Broad Land
McAleese
Pennsylvania
Timiore
Thomas S. Spear
Union Pacific Road
Missouri River
Chicago
Council Bluffs
St. Louis
Kansas City
Ries
Western Lines
Senger
West
F. E. Randall
Detroit and Cleveland Navigation Company
Thurman Club
Jacek the Ripper Dogs
Bessie Bramble
Dr. Talmage
Brooklyn Tabernacle
Dispatch Tomorrow
de B. M. Hasxa
Eve
Penn Street
Pittsbure, Passy
Mr. and
Mrs. Cameron
Steinway
Conover
Blaise
Market ST
Jos. Horne
Penn Avenue Stores
JOS. Horne & CO
Penn Ave
Brussels
Edward
Groetzinger
Bartlett
Roughtsteel Ranges
J. C. Bartlett
Wood St
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