City celebration exceeds expectations
The event overall succeeded beyond initial hopes, with turnout and activities described as greater than anticipated.
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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1892
Page
5
Fourth of July Oratory Draws Immense Crowd at Schenley Park
Immense crowds gathered at Schenley Park as Major W C Morsi and a slate of speakers delivered patriotic oratory. The 1 200 school girls sang, under musical direction, while four bands provided a medley of national tunes. The event honored Mrs Schenley’s gift and featured a master of ceremonies and noted figures in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Morsi
Schenlery Park
Washington
American Republic
Jonk
M. C. Cargo
Allegheny
Ed Rinehart
Pittsboro
Colonel Herron
Schenley
W. C. Moreland
McGinter
Prof Lyne
Welcomed by the Mayor at Pittsburg Independence Day Celebration
Mayor H. L Gourley welcomed thousands gathered in Schenley Park for a patriotic Fourth of July program. He praised the nation’s past, urged reverence for patriots, and urged youth to honor Washington and Lincoln while recalling global struggles for liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Scheneley Park
H. L Gourley
American Republic
God Bes
Old City
Lexington
Bunker Hill
Desa
Mberty
Washington
Lincoln
Grant
Republic
Italy
Austria
Germany
England
France
Ireland
Asia
Isles of the Sea
Scotland
Wallace
Robert Bruce
Lorraine
Alps
Winkelried
Inns
Andrew Hover
Weisson
Poland
Kosciusko
Patriotism and Liberty Across Historic Battlefields
The passage extols enduring patriotism inspired by historic battles from Marathon to Gettysburg. It urges citizens to emulate noble ancestors, remember monuments to Lincoln and Prescott, and carry reverence for freedom as a guiding force in every era.
Duties of Patriots at Civic Event
Colonel W D Moore spoke on gratitude to the nation and its republican government, praising founders and veterans. Major Moreland introduced Moore, with references to Revolutionary War heroes, Gettysburg, and enduring heritage. Mayor Gourley received praise as applause followed and laughter echoed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coleonel
W. D. Moore
Gov
J. R Sutherland
America
G. M. Sleeth
Major Moreland
Cornwallis
Washington
W. TD. Moore
Laneheer
Gettysburg
Ublic
Gourley
Wes
Glorious Old Tom Marshall Praises Self Government
The speech praises 1776 rights and equality, denounces trusts and monopolies, and calls for patience until Homestead settlement. Marshall frames labor as creators and workers as men, urges a peaceful resolution and recognition of manhood, amid industrial conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Marshall
Gladstone
Major Moreland
Foreland
Mr. Marshall
Piteburz
Entlamen
Nilies
Moore
Ireland
Omaha
Ile
Chauncey M. Depew
Jan
Judge White Delivers Pleasant Talk Despite No Speech
The event featured Judge J. W. F. White addressing a crowd with no prepared speech. He praised the Pennsylvania bench as unsullied and urged social harmony, recalling a hope for unity and reliance on God to honor the nation, then sat to applause after declaring he had no remarks to offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
J. W. F. White
Judge Over Speaks on Civic Duties at Sovereign Event
The American Sovereign event features Judge Over praising the nation’s progress from Revolutionary weakness to modern strength. Major Moreland introduces J. W. Over who aids orphans as the speech extols self-government, independence, and national respect at home and abroad.
Worthy Americans Exercise The Ballot And Enforce Laws
The speaker extols universal suffrage as Liberty’s cornerstone and warns that not voting makes one unworthy. They insist laws rely on community moral sentiment and urge citizens to obey and assist in enforcing them. Some decry license and warn anarchy would follow if every man acts as law unto himself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orain
Enarchy
Independence of the American Colonies Praised by Colonel McKenna
Colonel C F McKenna spoke on the independence of the United States praising the Declaration of Independence. He noted four states and a population nearing 70 million, urged caution, and highlighted self government in France England and the Civil War as affirmations of liberty for all men born free regardless of race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. F. McKenna
C. F
McKenna
France
England
Gladstone
Luckey Addresses Children On Republic’s Natal Day
Superintendent George J. Luckey spoke briefly to students amid applause on the republic’s birthday. He urged children to study politics, embrace patriotism, and emulate the Spartans’ shield or return with it spirit, and to live by John Adams’ vow to defend the flag even at risk of life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George J. Luckey
Mr. Luckey
Republic
Spain
John Adams
Thanksgiving From Allegheny Discusses Education And Nation
Lewis McMullen thanks Pittsburg citizens and the Allegheny School Boards for inviting participation in Fourth of July exercises. He argues public schools safeguard independence, liberty, and the republic, warning ignorance as tyranny and praising education as the nation’s lifeblood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Proud of His Privileges Colonial Era Speech by Rev J A Boydon
Rev J A Boydon a Colored Clergyman speaks for his race pledging fealty to the American nation. Major Moreland introduces the minister who lauds citizenship liberty and Washington and calls for judging men by personal worth beyond race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Boydon
Major Moreland
Boydon
England
Washington
Jefferson
Adams S
Henry
Greece
Rome
Africa
Usv
The
American Republic
George Washington
Last Speech of the Day by Joseph Howley on Sovereignty
Joseph Howley delivered the final address stressing sovereignty of the people and honoring the Republic's founders. He warned against royal lines and praised patriotism, virtue, and the nation’s honest character as the basis of liberty. He urged citizens to cherish hopes and perform duties in their generation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Howley
Howley
Republic
Cheriah
Boys Shine At Schenley Park Field Sports Show
Thousands attended yesterdays events at Schenley Park as youths and older competitors filled the track with lively races. The crowd cheered as boys and title contenders displayed speed and skill in a series of events including a brisk hundred yard dash and a popular greased pole climb.
Local gymnastic meet crowns speedy sprint and relay wins
At 2 pm the senior sports opened under Prof. L. ae End Gym nastic Club with eight events. Gardner Steel won the 100-yard dash for Western University. A L Banker edged C K Gibson in a one mile bicycle race. J Rumble won shot put. J H Fry claimed 220 yards. J B McKennan swept hurdling and running jumps, while G J Schilling drew attention as a one armed jumper. Mayor Gourley awarded medals as the East End Gyms clinched the tug of war after West End declined to compete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ick
B Fisher
Prof
Ee End Gymnastic Club
Gardner Steel
Western University
L. F. L. Pynchon
Athletic Club
Schuylkill Navy
A. L. Banker
C. K. Gibson
Mr. Gibson
Banker
Gibson
L. F. L. Pinchon
J. B. McKennan
J. Rumble
East End
OC. A. Jarrett
J. H. Fry
Steel
Fry
C. A. Jarrett
Addison Boran
K. Gibson
G. J. Schilling
C.A. Jarrett
H. C. Fry
J. P. Kimmell
Secon
C. S. Miller
L. F. Pynchon
D. D. du Barry
McKennan
du Barry
R Tators
F. L. Pynchon
Breading Speer
J.oe Louis McGraw
J. McGraw
J. Rumble Secon
Gourley
West End
Old Fashioned Fourth Fireworks Dazzle Schenley Park Crowd
Thousands gathered in Schenley Park for a two hour fireworks display concluding the town's Fourth of July celebration. The Great Western band played as pyrotechnic set pieces, balloons, rockets and colored shells lit the hillside view. Spectators moved with each finale and many sat in the damp grass between bursts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schenley Park
Great Western Band
Oakland Square
Park Crowd Flee After Collision Event
At 11 o clock the display ended and a crash began. The park along Forbes street was packed with people and vehicles as thirty police kept exit routes open. Traffic remained blocked until midnight while crowds clung to cars and jammed the avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Street
Fifth Avenue
Petition
Park riders abandon line after long walk
The report notes that many people reached the terminal near the park and gave up riding. Those who did ride walked long distances away from their intended direction to catch a car before it neared the park.
Schenley Park Policekeeper Parade Receives Praise
Schenley Park conducted a well managed security day with 100 uniformed officers plus captains and lieutenants under Superintendent O Mara. No thefts were reported and the lost children department, led by Matrons Perry and McRoberts, cared for over 30 strayed youngsters until reunions with parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schenley Park
O'Mara
Perry and
McRoberts
Lost Children
Schentey Park Celebration Sees No Arrests or Major Accidents
The Schentey Park event drew thousands with only minor firecracker injuries and no police reports of accidents or arrests. The proceedings passed without incident, reflecting an orderly crowd and peaceful celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schentey Park
No Crowding at Union Depot Despite Busy Travel
At the Union depot steady traveler flow filled the day with few hours of peak activity. Police kept order, no accidents or robberies occurred, and Detective Mike Harrison deterred criminals. G gore decorating trains drew praise, though no large Washington portrait hung on the pilot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Depot
Mike Harrison
Harrison
Harry Lewis
W. E Good
G. G
George Washington
Morganza Fourth of July Sports Show Off Local Talent
A Morganza celebration drew country crowds from Canonsburg and Washington to see 7 drills and athletic events. Boys staged hurdle races, vaulting, running, baseball and more while a battalion parade entertained spectators. Prisoners at the penitentiary received extra dinner and a holiday pause as Chaplain Milligan spoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morganza
Canonsburg
Washington
Milligan
Oakland Square Hosts Private Fireworks Display
The Oakland Square area lit up with a lawn fete style celebration as all homes in the square were decorated and Japanese lanterns hung in a private park. The Cathedral Band played all evening while $1,000 worth of fireworks lit Schenley Park. East End neighborhoods also had numerous private displays and many paper balloons ascended before dark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakland Square
Schenley Park
Pittsburg
East End
Celebrated by the Chinese on the Fourth of July
Immense crowds gathered on Second avenue and Grant street as Chinese stores lit large fir ecrackers and ropes from roof to street. The firecrackers reportedly outperformed American ones and all exploded without a single unlit fuse remaining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Second Avenue
Grant Street
America
Dull Day for Lemonade Vendors Across City Parks
Downtown and park lemonade sellers complained of cool weather cutting sales. Vendors noted customers lingered outdoors but coats remained on and profits were low as fans and sunshine failed to draw crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schenley Il
Constable Donahoe Arrested After Impudent Exchange
Officer Conway arrested Constable Donahoe of Squire Hall’s office in Parnassus yesterday after Donahoe spoke impudently to the officer. William Longe accompanied him and was also impudent. both were sent to the Twelfth ward station. Donahoe later identified himself and showed a warrant for Henry Klingensmith on forgery and desertion, issued by Mrs. Klingensmith, but he was locked up after the delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conway
Donahoe
Squire Hall
Parnassus
William Longe
Twelfth Ward
Henry Klingensmith
Teeth Kicking Incident on Sixth Avenue
Joseph Ford, a Black man, had his teeth kicked out by William McClelland during a fight on Sixth avenue. Both men were detained by police after the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Ford
William McClelland
Sixth Avenue
Cer
Death of Va grant inmate at Workhouse
Coroner McDowell was notified that Harry Pulico died last night in the Workhouse. He had been an inmate since June 21 after being committed as a Va grant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDowell
Harry Pulico
Near-Lynching Averted After Saloon Disorder
Lawrenceville mob pursuit ends when a colored man fires in self defense wounding Thomas O Leary. Richard Hodson and Thomas Robinson are jailed after crowd demand for rope. O Leary hospitalized with non fatal wounds. patrol wagon moves in as officers restore order.
Allegheny High School Committee Sets Evening Meeting
The Allegheny High School Committee failed to secure a quorum last night and scheduled a meeting for this evening at 7 o'clock. At 8 o'clock the board will elect several teachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny High School
Local Travelers Arrive and Return Home Amid Social Notes
Beaver Falls resident C. B. Foster stops at the Schlosser while J. A. McCullough from Steubenville and A. A. Barr of Washington join at locals spots. John Conrad and wife of Brookville are seen at the 5c James. James A. McNally returns from 60 days in Europe with valedictory at St Johns Fordham. Auten of Chicago and Pearson of Castle visit the Anderson. E E Bonneville returns from Maryland vacation. Chief Clerk Crosby begins a monthlong trip for 5 Clair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Foster
Beaver Falls
Schlosser
J. A. McCullough
Steubenville, Wie
Aia
A. A. Barr
Washington
John Conrad
Brookville
P. L. Auten
Chicago
George L. Pearson
Ee. Castle
Anderson
James P. McNally
James A. McNally
Liberty Street
St. Johns’ College
Fordham
James
E. E. Bonneville
Maryland
W. H. Crosby
Pittsburgers in New York City Hotels Listed
A July 4 note lists Pittsburgers registered in New York hotels such as Continental Sturtevant St James Hoffman and Belvidere with names including Ballard Caliery Eble Hamilton Hart and Smith. The item notes Buxine to kill roaches bedbugs and other insects though the text is garbled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgers
New York
W.A. Ballard
Continental
W. Caliery
St. James
A. M. Eble
Sturtevant
J. A. Hamilton
S T. Janes
B. Hart
Hoffmann House
O. &. Hershman
J. G. Simsen
A. K. Martin
Belvidere
Carpets Bargain Sale Doubles Down on Yard-Wide Deals
Local retailer announces 5000 yards of Smiths moquette carpets at 1 per yard and 4000 yards of Bigelow Axminsters at 1 25 per yard. Items priced far below typical in city, urging customers to inspect and compare before buying elsewhere. Come at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SMITH
Bigelow
Weisser's July Sale Preview Before Store Alterations
Weisser declares a series of July sales ahead of extensive store alterations. Walls come down and dust will be prevalent as they offer heavy reductions on stock, with no room to store items. Watch advertisements in the daily papers. Opening today at the wash goods counter with extra values at 1 1/2 and 2 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weisser
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