Law of the Riot Views of the Lawyers
Discussion centers on whether Homestead riot actions expose firm members to murder charges and whether Allegheny County may be liable for damages. Lawyers debate improper conduct standards, immunity for property owners, and the balance of county versus corporate responsibility in 1877 riot cases.
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Philadelphia
Allegheny County
Gibson
Paxson
Donoghue
Lavery
New York
Homestead
Dickey
Guthrie
George Shiras, Jr
Woodward argues steel firm should pay damages in Homestead riot
Marcus Woodward contends the firm, not the county, bears responsibility for the damage. He urges County Solicitor and County Commissioners to sue the Homestead company at once, claiming the firm incited the riot and used threats to dodge costs. He asserts the company stirred trouble and should be made to pay dearly.
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Woodward
Marcus Woodward
Homestead Company
Homestead
Sheriff Duly Fulfills Duty Amid Disorder
Attorney Petty, solicitor for Sheriff McCleary, says the sheriff exhausted legal means to maintain order. Judge Reed conferred with Petty yesterday afternoon but details remain undisclosed as Pittsburg officials offered little comment at City Hall.
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Petty
McCleary
Reed
Pett
Pittsburg
City Hall
City Faces Strain as Conflict Persists
City officials were overwhelmed by the extent of the conflict. Mayor Gourley urged citizens to use every influence possible to promote peace on both sides.
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Gourley
Brennen Blasts Firm Over Pinkerton Raid at Homestead
W J Brennen, attorney for men in Homestead incident, denounces the firm for sending armed Pinkerton men at midnight and causing riot. He cites Haymaker gas well violence and raises questions of legality, responsibility, and possible manslaughter charges. He urges forbearance and civil remedies before force and predicts damages may fall on the firm.
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W. J. Brennen
Pinkerton
Frick
Homestead
Haymaker
Knox Defends Property Rights in Carnegie Turmoil
Attorney Knox argues the law allows guarding property with firearms if needed as tensions rise over the Carnegie interests. He says Pinkerton involvement and threats to the mill face are central, while Judge Reed declines comment and workmen dispute threats.
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Knox
Knox & Reed
Carnegie
Judge Reed
Pinkerton
Carnegies
Major Brown Denounces Rifles and Riot Roles
Major A M Brown argues neither workers nor Pinkertons may bear arms in the coke country dispute. He says only court decisions define limits, while the sheriff and governor must act to preserve order, and that river jurisdiction remains state not federal. He notes uncertainty over who fired first and cautions rioters face murder or manslaughter charges.
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Brown Saya
Pinkertons
A. M. Brown
Pinkerton
United States
Monongahela
NOT A CASE FOR UNCLE SAM: STATE RESPONSIBILITY IN RIOTS
District Attorney Lyon states the federal government has no role in the riot along the navigable river and its banks. Pennsylvania must handle the disturbance, and if unable, the governor may request federal aid, but only under those conditions. He criticizes Governor Pattison for not deploying troops and questions the sheriff’s capacity to mobilize large forces.
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Lyon
United States
Pennsylvania
Uncle Sam
Pattison
Guarded East End Home Looped by Two Detectives
The residence of H. C. Frick on Homewood Avenue in the East End was watched by two private detectives from P. J. Murphy’s agency. The guards were relieved by two new men, continuing protection over Mr. Frick.
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Frick
East End
H.C. Frick
Homewood Avenue
Wack de Dan
Democrats Seize Tariff Debate Over Homestead Strife
National coverage focuses on the Homestead steel strike and its political fallout. Democratic leaders push investigations into causes and tariff links while Republicans warn of labor violence and political risk ahead of the November elections.
Latimer's Great Midsummer Sale Opens in Allegheny
The Latimer's Great Midsummer Sale at 138-140 Federal Street Allegheny Pa touts hundreds of bargains. Ribbed vests at 5c, Turkish towels 4c, crash toweling 3c, hose 12 for women, shirts and drawers 25c, long sheetings 12 1 2 c, silks 31 1 2 c to 4 0 c, laces and dress materials below normal prices. Plenty of carpet remnants at 25c per remnant and many more discounts on dress goods curtains and carpets to lure housewives seeking value.
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Latimer
Christendom
Federal Street
Allegheny
Congressman Stone Attacks Pinkerton In Riot Debate
Congressman William A. Stone questioned the use of Pinkerton detectives in a riot context saying no firm can justify introducing elements that breed riot. He stated the action was ill advised and likely to inflame the situation.
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Stead
Pinkerton
William A. Stone
County Officials Debate Strike Liability Costs
County Treasurer Bell warns the strike could bring losses and asks who bears responsibility for life and property under recent legislation. County Commissioner Weir declines to state views, noting settlement will be difficult. the piece reflects a cautious, unsettled county stance amid the crisis.
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Bell
Remnant Sale to Clear Dress Goods and Silks Friday
Two yearly remnant sales catapult as the 1892 event tears down expands and rebuilds the Dress Goods and Silk Room. Thousands of remnants on offer at sacrifices from 14c to 25c a yard with plain black silks chalis and cashmeres plus fine Indian silks for waists and dresses.
Wholesale Sale of Varied Textiles Attracts Crowds
White Goods Locss and Embroideries fill long center counters in the main room as thousands are marked for a sale quicker than ever. Remnants of Crash and Table Linens, soiled Napkins and Towels offer a chance to buy. Front display features 150 pieces of Zephyr Ginghams in plaid effects, 372 inches wide, 10 cents a yard, with a large lot of dress ginghams in medium and dark tones.
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Hisneton
General Hatch
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Hatch
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Harmerier Poch-Pooh
Camminnetti
California
Eee
Williams
Mutwump
Massachusetts
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A. Carnegie
Eaid
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Secretary of the Navy
Navy Department
Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
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Dalzell
Camiminetti
Ali
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Ehriday
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Boggs & Buhl
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