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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1891
Page
13
The Seacoast and summer resorts fill with prolonged stays as migrants trade patriotic Fourth of July excursions for extended summer sojourns. Cool weather shifts vacationers to seaside and mountain retreats, and mine hosts anticipate stronger earnings as frosts approach. Society at home grows dull while people seek resort life.
Atlantic City records a surge in theatrical and hotel activity as summer season starts after Fourth of July. Notable performers and managers relocate to the shore, including Barrymore and Drew families, Charles J. Yale, and John Drew, with many Philadelphia and Pittsburgh visitors lodging at nearby hotels. Readiness to boost amenities contrasts with earlier quiet week and ongoing development plans along the boardwalk.
A 19th century telegram reports rising tensions at Asbury Park and Ocean Grove as hotels rely on large numbers of African American staff. Residents fear disorder if restrictions fail and recall past conflicts over beach access and service staffing at seaside resorts.
The July edition of Summer City opens dreary and ends bright as Ohio teachers bring good weather. The cooking school clashes with theology over Mrs. Ewing’s building while the Kodak girl and Delsarte student draw attention. Professors Harper and Ooge lodge apart, two tutors mismanage a lamp, and Bishop Vincent plans more amusements as Pittsburgers begin to arrive.
Onio Prix dated July 11 reports that over four carloads of people from Pittaburg and other points along the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad spent the Fourth in town. The morning was cool and pleasant and the excursion proved attractive for busy locals and visitors alike.
Report covers a Fourth of July visit by Pittsburgers and others to Ferncliff area. Rain by 2 PM cooled the day, crowds danced on a new platform, and visitors including Mr. Hood and Mr. O’Malley were registered at local hotels. Fishermen and travelers from McKeesport and Johnstown are mentioned amid muddy Yough River conditions.
Telegram from Cresson notes a busy season with visitors from Pittsburg filling cottages and the hotel. Guests report cold mornings spent near fires and a growing interest in dancing and socializing as crowds from various cities arrive, including Mrs Forsyth and Mr Reed among others.
The Pittsburg visitors arrive as Bedford springs season opens with Governor Pattison staying at the springs Hotel to recuperate after legislative labors. Ex-Governor Beaver has arrived and is enjoying himself. Among visitors from Pittsburg are Mr and Mrs A D Cherry Mr Alex Y Lea Mr and Mrs G A Kelly Mr H Beck Mr and Mrs J C Doty Mr E Wertheimer Mrs M Falk Mr and Mrs G L Holliday Mr and Mrs C Kelsfur.
A Kelso correspondent notes border towns between Scotland and England retain medieval character amid few modern touches. He highlights Berwick, Kelso, Jedburgh, Melrose, Hawick, Langholm, Dumfries, and Penrith, and recalls scenes of border warfare, castles, and ancient monuments alongside a disruptive display of American machinery in Penrith.
The writer roams Carlisle Berwick Coldstream Kelso Roxburgh Jedburgh and nearby ruins, recalling ancient fortifications, border sieges, and notable figures from Mary Queen of Scots to Bruce. The piece evokes hill towns, abbeys, and battlemented walls along the England Scotland border and hints at a continuing voyage.
The passage tours Eskdale and Annandale highlighting Castle ruins, witch trials sites, Gretna Green nuptial lore, Langholm Castle, and the historic Toll of Scottish border towns. It recalls Robert the Bruce’s first home, Burns lore, and regional sights along the Dolly border land.
An article touts Hostetters Stomach Bitters to ward off rheumatism and neuralgia, claiming it cleanses and strengthens the body. It also advertises Ritters remedies for liver kidney issues and dyspepsia. A furniture sale announces reductions as warehousing changes force Michigan Furniture Co. to cut stock at 437 Smithfield Street.
Worth your while to call at the P C C C on Monday and buy a fine suit of clothes. Hundreds of styles light and dark patterns at $9. Don’t miss the chance come Monday at corner Grant and Diamond streets.
A transit notice describes a P. and L. Band L. 84M. 8. RR. special train to Nisgars Falls on Saturday morning at 9 P.M. returning Monday at 6 o'clock. Tickets valid five days. Listing mentions Smoky City beer sales and a telephone contact 1186 for inquiries.
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