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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1889

Page

5

Licenses for 105 liquor dealers approved in dry township hearing

Judge Stowe presided as wholesale liquor licenses were approved for 105 applicants in Pittsburg and Allegheny areas. Most licenses were granted without delay while a few requests, remonstrances, and bond changes were noted as the court limited one license per person per county.

Stowe White J. C. Buffum & Co Harry Darlington Pittsburg Thomas Gamble Jacob Miller Bernard McGinnis Charles Breuning E. J. Ramlack Emil J. Setser George J. Schmidt Janes A. Shuster Paul Wuesthoff Ferdinand Aschmann Felix Scheette Frederick Meugle A. Ravnolff George Kripshon Dennis Carroll John Speilman John Morris Charlies Hook John Melville Fabrer & Sons Thomas Hogan Theodore Heineman James Moreland Frank J. Ross Albert H. Wilson Lawrence Harboff Joseph Miller William F. Dahler John M. Hommel Valentine Trapp A. A. Milligan Frnn Schneiter Henry Stein Allegheny B. J. Earle Martin Hreltweiser A. Andreissen Christian Ends D & Ger Agg Ees Ibn A D. Getty Charlces M. K Jman Miles J. Inster Fred C. Herbert Andrew P Hillvale Henderson Lone Paras Jefferson Township Werner A. Fillman Thomas More Emil Grim Jacob Young Tr A Acu W. Maudler Baring Cutry Ne Fuchs Hyman Browarsky Lcense Peter Allen Elias Kaufield Kaufield Meare Stowe

West End Dam dispute moves toward legal action

Citizens of the West End meet in Thirty-sixth ward to hear Prof. Andrews report on pursuing a nuisance suit against the owners of the dam at Sawmill Run. City Attorney Moreland favors removal of the dam but warns a direct city suit is risky. a private information by a reputable citizen may be pursued. Proceedings delay trial until next September due to procedural steps.

West End Andrews Lee Pe Foley Ex- Penske Neely Wis Thrme Caramary Acteam Acbring Nord Slater More

Bank Assignee Sale of Fixtures on Carson Street

On next Monday Mesara J B Sorg H J Berg and L S Cunningham receivers of the defunct Farmers and Mechanics Bank will sell the bank building fixtures on Carson Street. Several boxes of velopes stew ink as a piece of bose with a pozzle.

Farmers and Mechanics’ Bank Mesara J. B. Sorg H. J. Berg L. S. Cunningham Carson Street

Giants and Gulliver clash in eight and a half inning baseball

A Pittsburg crowd at Recreation Park revels in a game likened to Gulliver and David as Staley dazzles and Mickey Welch falters. Giants tumble on weak balls while the crowd roars, with stands overflowing and a growing epidemic of baseball fever spreading.

Swift Gulliver Recreation Park Gotham Philistia Aeworthy Tr Legheny Giants Boni Hatfield Baby Grand Mickey Welch Arthina Btalay Ewing Dunlap Staley Pittsburg

McClure Perjury Case Heard Before Alderman Cassidy

Charles McClure faced a hearing with charges of perjury and assault from Peter McGrath and Charles Remington. Alderman Cassidy noted plans of repeated suits and possible liquor selling without licenses, with 60 to 70 similar charges expected. A large crowd attended, with many residents feeling victimized or misled by the proceedings.

Charles McClure Peter McGrath Charles Remington Alderman Cassidy McClure McGrath Herrington Arenaene Squire Cassidy Solero Seesathves

New Bridge Project for Allegheny River Line

The Rapid Transit Railway Company plans a bridge charter over the Allegheny River near Craig Street to connect with Pittsburgh via Fourth Street. Incorporators include W J Crawford F A Rinehart J H Donks F J Tener and Hubert Simpson with ties to John H Daleell and J D Nicholson.

The Rapid Transit Railway Company Rapid Transit Bridge Company Allegheny River W. J. Crawford F. A. Rinehart J. H. Donks F. J. Tener Hubert Simpson John H. Daleell J. D. Nicholson Craig Street Allegheny Side Pittsburg Fourth Street Allegheny Street Rapid Transit Company

Dora Stepleln disappearance case unsettled

Alderman Hartman questions detectives while claiming darkness over Dora’s whereabouts. Superintendent Dean of the Anti Cruelty Society joins the effort tonight as authorities push for any lead.

Dora Stepleln Alderman Hartman Dora Hartman Dean Anti-Cruelty Society Ed Thoenaen

Dying of Starvation At City Poor Farm Report

Amelia Beeson, a colored woman found neglected in a Shelby street house last Thursday, was taken in by the Department of Charities and moved to the City Poor Farm in serious condition. Neighbors say she had not eaten for about two weeks and her mind was affected. Dr. B. M. Haxwa, eye ear nose and throat specialist, remains available at 718 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Amelia Beeson Shelby Street Thureday Department of Charities

Picnic Day Contests Draw Mixed Crowd at Local Fair

A rural fair featured a horse and mule race, dancing and side shows with notable names overseeing arrangements. Report notes a busy crowd, varied entertainment, and minor scuffles as guests departed, with observers describing the day as lively despite some irritants.

Chance Forecasts Big European Spending by Americans

Mr Chance of the Republican Tariff League argues Americans will spend 972 million in Europe. He pins current business on Cleveland era undervaluations at customs houses and predicts a shift after Harrison rules two years. He cites heavy imports and trade imbalance under Cleveland, urging tariff reform amid fraud concerns.

Chance Europe Mahien Chance Republican Tariff League M House Cleveland Harrison America Tariff League

Three bodies recovered from creek disaster near Arch Street

Three of five missing after the Connoauenesaing Creek accident were found. Miss May Royal and Bert Freeman were recovered in the morning, Milas Fannie McComb later in the day. Royal showed no visible injuries though swollen, Freeman was badly bruised from the crash. The bodies were moved to the undertaker and prepared for burial. Additional search efforts were planned with divers able to reach eighteen feet underwater as the creek level falls. Funeral arrangements for the deceased will occur at 4 PM at the parents' residence, No 4 Boyl Street.

Connoauenesaing Miss May Royal Bert Freeman Milas Fannie McComb Miss Royal Mr. Freeman Miss McComb Fullerton Hos W. F. Connor Arch Street M. E Pepple Leen Dal Guise Rodalph Pdoair New Arch Boylestreet

Two Glass Conventions Set for Next Week in Bellaire

The Flint and Window Glass Workers plan conventions in Bellaire Ohio next week. The American Flint Glass Workers Union holds its twelfth annual meeting while window workers meet only when needed, with no opposition to the incumbent president and a likely uneventful election.

Glass Workers Filota Bellaire Beee Window Workers American Flint Glass Workers’ Union Activep Dal Mse Ireas Flint Oan Smith Sha

Hastings askes it doctors to probe Johnstown sickness

Dr H C Formad of the University of Pennsylvania has been summoned by General Hastings to investigate a choleroid epidemic in Johnstown. He will conduct chemical and microscopical tests of water and conditions among workers with assistants from Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

H. C. Formad University of Pennsylvania Seventh Avenue Hotel General Hastings Johnstown Formad

Baltimore Firm Wins Johnstown Contract Amid Local Protest

The State Commission awarded the remainder of the Johnstown project to a Baltimore firm, provoking objections from Pittsburgh competitors who accuse the commission of injustice. Mr Marvin and Chairman McCreery had been in Johnstown Thursday and expressed surprise at the decision saying Pittsburgh firms deserved equal consideration. Marvin denied knowledge of the award and asserted many contractors exist in the state to fulfill the job.

Johnstown Baltimore State Commission Pittsburg Mr. &. & Marvin McCreery

Old Wilkinsburg House of James Kelly Razed

The residence in Wilkinsburg once belonging to James Kelly, noted as an Allegheny County landmark, was pulled down after being condemned by borough authorities for standing over trees. Erected in 1791 by a West Virginia planter, the site recalls a plantation with enslaved workers.

James Keily Wilkinsburg Allegheny County West Virginia Bank A Kelly

Common Weal Meeting Postponed By Americas Relief Society

The Americas Relief Society postponed its meeting last night due to lack of a quorum. The organization, called into existence by Adjutant General Axline of Ohio, aims to form a nationwide relief network to alleviate suffering during disasters with branch offices planned nationwide.

The Americas Relief Society American Relief Association Axline Ohio Johnstown Eae Mead Thay St Oh Werk Ie Baemnie Axtine

California avenue widening sparks council survey session

The Allegheny Survey Committee held a special session to consider widening California avenue from Strawberry Lane to Jack's Run. Supporters argued a 60 foot street would boost area value, while opponents warned of damages and property impacts. The panel approved a 60 foot width amid debate with business leaders and residents present.

Allegheny Survey Committee Californias Avenue Strawberry Lane Jack Oliver Bennett NEC Holman and Batley Sofoot Street Jack's Run Dispatch McClure Avenue Wood's Run Woods’ Run Pittsburg J. T. Dimom Prindiuet Wil Engi David O. Oliver Oliver Bros. & Phillips Mc-Anne Jones Oliviad Ag Dumming Tates Dr. Scheffer McAfee Hartman John ReHendricks

Local incidents and arrests flash through Johnstown scene

Last night in Johnstown Alderman Cassidy will announce today the Douglass Hall case decision. James Smith, a carpenter, fell at Surien venue Allegheny. A Pittsb. Traction line worker injured by a fall and a protest at Plum Creek. Lillie Busan, seven, run over on East street. inquest for brakeman killed near Stanton avenue. Nightingale, Brown and Branch arrested for disorderly conduct. Forging through the snippets: typhoid load at West Penn grows, Annie Magill charged with running a speak easy, and several bail and license cases.

Ee Ee Seni Nest Maneese Sudo Joan ParTosxy Lacy Furnace Fifty-first Street Lillie Busan East Street Allegheny P. W Christies Annie Magill Alderman Shafer Mint Beeth Ninth South Tenth Ladies’ Department Johnstown Carrie V Jorce Temperanceville Cowen Mary Epwanrns Pride Street Caseigner Rusvens Assaul Me Cesseneul Suk Alderman Schaffer John Ee Eee Laftey Feals Booth I

Special drive on student uprights at 190 and 93 Fifth Ave

Hamilton offers a special sale of upright pianos priced at 190 with oak finish and plush scarf, guaranteed with long life and beginner friendly. The ad compares to Decker Brothers and Konabe styles, invites monthly payments, and urges inspections of stock at 91 and 93 Fifth Ave Pittsburg.

Stoel Hamilton Fifth Ave Pittsburg

New Gas Territory Aims At Pittsburg Area Charter Sought

John H. Shafer says 600 acres leased in Hampton township near Pittsburg and Western Railroad will be developed under a new charter for the Pittsburg Natural Millvale and surrounding cities. The plan, to be filed July 2, exposes early drilling progress ten miles from Tarentum, extending into the Murraysville gas region.

Pittsburg Alma Pitsburg Piggaburg Allegheny John H. Shafer Hampton Township Pittsburg and Western Railroad D.D Cawley Henry Wittmer Baeuerlein F. B. McMillan Tarentem Ict Murraysville

Among the Glass Mek Wide Ready to Resume in August

Mr A W Boggs, representing the Bellaire Tumbler Company, arrived in the city yesterday as talks proceed to restart operations. The firm plans a August resumption of full production and employment.

Bellaire Tembler Company A. W. Boggs Bellaire Tumbler Company Yester

Fatality of Sethe's Boy Lanigma Dubious Duplicate

A boy named Davidt Morrison was found unconscious on Third avenue near Wood street and taken to the Homeopathic hospital where he remained in a stupor. Morrison's home is listed as Allegheny. Two children of Andrew Jackman Jr. were injured in an incident described elsewhere in the report. The text also advertises a clothing sale featuring men’s suits at deep discounts at P C C C corner Grant and Diamond streets, opposite the new Court House.

John L Sullivan John L Sonemian Kilrain Genaea Sullivan Squire Handel Ofee Cassidy Gilbert McClure Avenue James J. Bennett Superior Bellevue Ohio River New Brighton Sedgwick Street Washnone Sethe Lanigma Davidt Morrison Third Avenue Wood Street Allegheny

Excursion Train to Johnstown and Local Advertisements

An advertisement notes an excursion to Johnstown by B and O R R trains tomorrow Sunday July 7 with a round trip fare of $2.36. Special trains depart Havany Wert Cou from Havana line at 8 AM. Other items include listings of wines and a local bakery promotion for Marvin's honey cakes at 95 and 97 Fifth Avenue.

Jebar Johnstown Oi Havany Wert Cou ‘Gal's G. W. Schmidt

Closing Out Sale on Men’s Suits and Neen-i

Today only, large inventory reduced at P. C. C. C. corner Grant and Diamond, opposite the new Court House. About 1,500 men’s suits now $5 to $18, 900 suits $22 to $24, 360 dress suits $28 to $30, all marked down to 15.

Telek To Cor. Grant and Diamond Sts New Court House En Suits Neen — i Donk Toneck Diamond Sis

Change of Schedule for P C and St L Ry Suburban Service

Under a new schedule effective Monday July 6 the P C and St L Ky radi omprovement alters suburban trains between Pittsburg and Washington PA. The 4:45 PM departure from Pittsburg goes to Bridgeville and Canonsburg with Washington arrivals at 7 40 AM from W Main Street Bridgeville only Canonsburg and Brid arrives Pittsburg later. Washington departures at 6 40 AM and 4 08 AM replace 8 35 AM and 4 40 PM with arrivals at 10 25 AM and 6 45 PM. New Mansfield trains leave 9 30 AM and 1 05 PM and return 11 40 PM and 3 55 PM. Mansfield arrival at 9 00 AM is moved earlier by 30 minutes. Times use Central standard time.

Pittsburg Washington, Pa Bridgeville Canonsburg Washnee W. Main Street Brid Washington Mansfield

Rail trip to shore from Union Station to Philadelphia

Train service from Union Station at 6 55 a m will reach Philadelphia at 7 30 a m with parlor cars aboard. Passengers may stay overnight in Philadelphia and continue to the seashore on a regular train the next day.

Shore Pennsylvania Eelantic City Cape May Union Station Philadelphia Seashore

Pennsylvania Female College at Pittsburg Announces Session

The Pennsylvania Female College in Pittsburg advertises a peaceful suburban location with clean air, comfortable apartments, and attentive care. The next session begins September 11. catalogs available from Miss Helen E. Pelletseau, President, Pittsburg East End, Pa.

Pennsylvacia Female College Pennsylvania Female College Pitsburg Poe Eae Helen E. Pelletseau Pittsburg East End

Excursion to Kiskiminetas Springs From Allegheny Today

An excursion to Kiskiminetas Springs departs from Allegheny today with return tickets valid until Monday. The trip, labeled as a Grest Eastern event, includes Smiley's as the meeting point and Popstar Excereten as sponsor.

Kiskiminetas Springs Allegheny

Republican Workers of Allegheny City Seek harmony in fall campaign

A meeting in the Allegheny Republican Club rooms gathered Republican workers from the First and Second Legislative districts to discuss county committee representation and mend factional rifts. The Allegheny Poor Board met reporting 251 inmates in the City Home with 4 deaths last month and 12 admissions.

Allegheny City Allegheny Republican Club John N. Neeb Mr. Bradley Reorganized County Allegheny Poor Board

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