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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1890
Page
14
A Pennsylvania railway culture piece profiles engineers who embrace risk with a safety first mindset. It quotes a veteran on storms, speed, and keeping eyes on signals, noting limited chatter among crews and anecdotes of eccentric habits yet few accidents.
The Weighing and Inspection Bureau, active about two years, has led to fewer false classifications and underweights as inspectors began July 1 at Wheeling Bellaire Bridgeport and Martins Ferry. Pittsburg manufacturers faced shift in advantage, with inspectors quietly enforcing compliance.
Senator Quay seeks a senior West Virginia ally and names Postmaster Cowden of Whesting to join a Pittsburgh visit by rail. The group will stop at Hope Church for dinner then meet the Pittsburgh office. Cowden, an old army comrade, is approved after a brief formal meeting.
Judge Harry Witte Taike and Judge Narry Wilts weigh the political divide in the county. They foresee a Republican majority of about 12,000 and say Democratic strength is insufficient to overturn it. Governors, sheriffs, commissioners, and prothonotaries attract fresh interest, aiding party cohesion. Delamater and the full ticket are expected to win.
An old farmer at the market declares the fruit crop in the region is highly uncertain. He cites Pennsylvania as unable to boast fruit production while New York State and nearby states offer better prospects. He blames climate and competing interests for the neglect of horticulture and the shift to more reliable earthy crops.
Contracting freight agents of the United States will hold their annual meeting on August 25 in Denver. An especial train will be provided from Chicago to Denver via the Chicago and Northwestern and Union Pacific lines. The association has arranged side trips through Colorado and a neat itinerary for the event.
Commercial Agent Matthews of the C B & Q issues a circular announcing higher rates from Chicago to Kansas City St Joe Atchison Leavenworth Omaha and Council Bluffs effective August 1. First class to St Paul Minneapolis rises to 50c, with other classes adjusted. From East St Louis and Mississippi river points similar increases apply. Freight agents complain of dull business while glass houses shut down. the push aims to align with a revived trade in August as hot weather persists.
Observer Stewart of the Signal Service said there is nothing peculiar about the weather. He notes below normal temperatures for several days with rain and a drop in temperature expected tomorrow. Last Tuesday the thermometer reached 104, the hottest in two years, with only one rainy day last week leaving streets and roads dusty.
Colonel Wallace of London, traveling westbound, visited the city yesterday to study the Salvation Army in America. He said the movement is shrinking in numbers in the United States while expanding in England.
Division 18 Knights of Pythias from Johnstown arrived in the city yesterday with 30 in the party. Jacob Young said they spent one day in Milwaukee and the rest at Green Lake. The next conclave will be in Kansas City. Hastings Lodge of Michigan won the competitive drill. Mr. Young noted more Germans in Milwaukee than expected.
The Anderson celebrates its fifth anniversary today with a special spread prepared by proprietors McKinnie and Bean. A unique menu card features sachet bags of colors and ribbon ties, showing a cavalier image on one side and an elaborate menu on the other, as guests at the hotel dine in festivity.
Maria Neelan appeared before Alderman McKenna charging Maggie Morrow with surety of the peace and disorderly conduct. Neelan alleges Morrow attempted to kill her in the Pittsburgh market.
Pittsburg and Allegheny face a census influenced consolidation debate. George T. Oliver argues the new city should include only already urbanized areas, excluding sparsely developed land and farming countrysides, while praising Allegheny’s growth, water works, parks, and declining debt as a favorable dowry for a potential union.
Deputy Humane Agent Berryman faces a legal dilemma over Mrs. Ann Noble of North Dallas who allegedly abuses her demented adult daughter aged 33. Noble owns property near Silver Lake Grove, keeps several cows, sells milk, and works six days a week while the daughter remains a large healthy adult who is forced to rise each day.
New listing from Co hen's at 633 Smithfield Street offers friendship rings in silver at 60 cents and solid gold rings at 1 dollar each, highlighting affordable courting pieces.
A Pittsburgh Times editorial condemns a clothing advertisement claiming to offer Jean pants at 40 cents, contrasting with J Kaufmann & Bros and other dealers. It depicts deceit and hypocrisy by a rival house posing as a friend to workingmen, urging scrutiny of misleading pricing and advertising tactics.
The text argues against annexing western districts to Pittsburg citing urban strain and costs. It outlines proposed boundaries east of the city including Chartiers and Braddock townships, showing population figures and the rationale for a distinct, larger metropolis led by unified governance and shared services. It notes Allegheny City as a potential beneficiary and stresses the need to avoid ill-advised annexation.
The account describes a girl forced to wake at 2 AM for washing, then tend cows and work for private families before returning to iron clothes. It claims the mother assaulted the daughter with a chair and a hot iron was used on her bare arm after refusals to work, leaving her with cuts and burns.
The city mayor signed an ordinance to relocate the Poor Farm and sell the property. Bids will be advertised immediately, with sale likely within six weeks. Each farm is valued at about $50,000, with $100,000 monthly payments after February 1801, and part of the land may be used rent free for three years. Local firms Carnegie and Jones & Laughlin show interest for a manufacturing site.
Citizens urged to visit Pearson's Galleries for top quality photographs during hot days. Modern equipment, comfortable, well ventilated studios at 06 Fifth Avenue and 45 Federal Street in Allegheny, with skilled operators ensuring superior results.
On this date the Pittsburg and Western Railway will sell round trip tickets to Chicago, limit ten days, for 89 dollars and run a special train of Pullman sleeping cars as first section of the Chicago express leaving Allegheny at 2 30 P M central time, arriving in Chicago at 6 25 P M.
Lown and Mott unveil Sin allee waists for ladies described as lively and new, marketed by Kosessava and Co. A playful fashion note highlights emerging fit and style options for women.
A fragmentary notice states a sale will be held at a cen ten over this week. Names EwnaBle and SHUSTER appear with an address 35 Fifth Ave indicating the parties involved in the sale.
A bold department sale advertises Children’s black silk hose at 25c, reduced from 1.00, with sizes 5 to 834. Don’s delay as Don’s hosiery and underwear department at A. G. Campbell & Sons, 27 Fifth Ave, touts bargains to shoppers.
Teachers and classes are urged to request a catalogue on artist materials with discounts for educators. Mail orders receive prompt attention and liberal discounts apply to picture frames from TREGA NOWAAn's Art Store at 152 Wylie Avenue.
A limited ten day excursion offers travel to Chicago for nine dollars. The first section of the Chicago express runs from Rivings at 8 25 a.m., with departure details and timing provided.
Thornton Bros at 128 Federal Street advertises 46 inch silk drapery nets for 480. The note asks customers if they have seen the item and includes a fragmented inquiry or typo.
Rosexsvam and Co promote lawn care products with claims of superior lines and waist sizes in multiple cities. Prices are stated as below competition. The ad emphasizes affordability and product quality for gardening needs.
Short textile sale note lists prices for striped silks at 125, India silks at 125 and 100, surah silks at 50 cents, with sale times and a street address 35 Fifth Ave. It appears to be a small local ad about fabric items including Monday and a few garbled words.
Milk glove sale advertised by E L Campbell and Sons at 27 Fifth Avenue offering bulk price cuts with 300 pairs at 0c 750 at 8c and $1.00 options. promotion framed as a reduction event for customers.
Assignees of Farmers and Mechanics Bank Southside report 30 000 in hand and seek court guidance on distribution to depositors. They expect more funds by September after earlier 85 000 distribution costing 1 100. Also list pending and secured claims and note potential over 50 000 after full collection. A separate Orphans Court decree dismissed Julia Mitchells exceptions and ordered new estate distribution. Jefferson Gas Company costs dispute over damages viewers was denied and company ordered to pay costs.
In Criminal Court tomorrow Ulysses Welms and six accessories face trial for the killing of 17 year old white John O Hara during a colored Masons procession on Fifth avenue near Old avenue. Three shots fired from the crowd left O Hara dead from a heart wound, with significant public excitement at the time. Additional cases include James McNally Joseph McNally Thomas Hackett Edward Mungis Francis Mankedick Hannah Crite Orlando Bell R Frederick and Charles Sloops.
In criminal court yesterday Italian Peter Carmonia received seven years in the penitentiary for murder in the second degree in Stoop's Ferry case against Antonio Ruffis. Associate Joseph Natali got five years. Charles McCabe and Jacob were sent to the workhouse for three years and two months respectively for elonous assault, with others jailed or fined for larceny and illegal liquor selling.
A decree and opinion were filed regarding the Duff Manufacturing Company and others petitioning for an appraisal of interests of withdrawing members. Patterson’s stock, valued at 11,117 50, was reduced to 7,746 04 after court ruling that company profits from agent sales are not assets, and exceptions were sustained.
McMeesport Citimone Eater Mult Agalu at the Duquesse Bridge Company. The borough of Moleswport filed equity against Ma Keesport, Duquesne Bridge Company and contractor Jacob Friday. The Duquesne project would connect the river to McKeersport, with alleged damage to the wharf from approaches and piers. John B. Loup & Co. sues for property damage near the approach. A restraining order motion was set for hearing last Saturday.
In Common Pleas No 2 yesterday the Allegheny Natural Gas Company filed an application to surrender its charter claiming no business ever operated and seeking dissolution due to ongoing tax costs. President Charles Paine and Secretary W D Uptegraft note no liabilities. The court granted permission to surrender the charter Saturday August 9 unless objections are filed.
Margaret Spearer and her daughter Julia were found guilty of larceny in Criminal court. They faced charges of stealing goods from Porter & Donaldson. The trial had run since Friday morning, the jury began deliberations at noon, and five minutes later returned the verdict.
Lines From Legal Quarters report a master appointed to take testimony in a transit case, a will of Robert McKeever filed, an earlier will set aside, amended dates and identifications, continuances in Todd Perley cases, a habeas corpus grant for John Keally, and related procedural mentions with names and offices.
The Bureau of Highways sends notices requiring property owners to connect all private sewers with the public system and to drain surface water into public sewers. Many owners are expected to object, but the Department of Public Works enforces the ordinance to ensure compliance.
Census Supervisor Oliver awaits belated returns with minimal impact on estimates. An enumerator, apologizing for omitting his own family, asks for correction. Also, Stayton Stayton mayoral contest hearing notes witness Brauff presenting the district six ballot box with intact contents. next hearing set for Monday July 21.
After a court ruling on Britannica copyright, Henry Allen Co notes fear of an injunction and price fears. It reports unprecedented sales and delivery delays. The firm says it has increased capacity to fulfill all orders for the complete Britannica promptly.
Via Allegheny Valley Railroad trains run Tuesdays Fridays and Saturdays in July and August. Round trip fare is 5 dollars with 15 day return validity. Depart Union Station at 8:30 AM and 8:45 PM, arriving at Lake Chautauqua at 3:39 PM and 4:57 AM. Pullman parlor buffet cars on day trains and palace sleeping cars on night service.
From C D Levis patent attorney office 131 Firth Avenue next door to Evening Leader United States and all foreign patents procured F Manton powens City miners lampwick George Oton miners lamp C G Brockus lawn mower W J Duan Emsworth Pa brace for excavations H Crehan Pittsburg screw cutting machine A W Guypart Washington Pa shade roller W M Crafton Sewickley Pa railway signal John A Kurtz Pittsburg Pa blasting D T Lewis Pittsburg Pa apparatus for cutting sheet metal
Jordan's Swimming school near the Sixth street bridge enjoys excellent patronage this season. It opens 6 AM to 10 AM with ample swimming space, pure running water, and separate dressing rooms. Tuesday and Friday mornings are luckier. lady teachers attend and bathing dresses are furnished free. Objectionable characters are not admitted.
An excellent Chickering piano with fine design and tone for 6140, and a fine upright piano used 00 days offered at 170 dollars. Call J M Hulricane & Co at Amithield street for earliest consideration. Also Hohner pianos advertised at special bargains.
The notice states widows and dependents of soldiers are entitled to benefits if not due to personal habits, and those injured or disabled from church service may qualify. It also advertises tailored suits from Anderson and promotes the B&O excursion to Atlantic City on July 17 with a $10 round trip fare and ten day validity.
A garbled ad lists items with prices for artwork frames and photos. Mentions Lies' Gallery at Sixth Street USIO, an Elegant Chickering piano, a bargein offer, and Rosensaum & Co. with various furniture and piano references. The text is inconsistent and partially unreadable but indicates sale items and discounts.
A note indicates Hravich and Bach Pinvos are available only at Lechner and Shoenberger's or Filth Aveous, signaling a limited distribution or special availability for these items.
An extra wide fabric sale begins Monday morning at EwnaBie & Suvsrer, 35 Filth Ave, offering ginghams 30c-350 goods at 15c per yard. All stock clearbeout advertised with quick-draw pricing.
A vintage catalog entry notes July redaction sale of muslin and knit underwear caps bonnets and hosiery for infants, men's furnishings ruchings and laces. Campbell & Sons advertises at 27 Fifth Ave with a focus on fabric goods and accessories.
A venomous rattlesnake abandoned at Municipal Hall caused chaos as Chief Bigelow refused the creature for Schenley Park. Colonel Bob Smothers subdued the four foot reptile with a club after a glass box broke, ending the chase as the crowd dispersed.
A traveling man in Campbellsburg Indiana provided Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy to a sick village woman after a landlady carried the bottle. The medicine promptly relieved cramps and was praised as reliable for bowel complaints. The article lists local and nearby stores selling the remedy at 25 cents per bottle and promotes a department sale with discounted textiles and jewelry at Thorntons Bros and other shops.
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