Fitzsimmons Murder Case Heads to Trial Monday
The case of John Rodgers of Allegheny, jailed for selling an improper paper tied to the Police Gang, is set for trial Monday before Judges Stowe and Slagle. Rodgers’ 1858 conviction was for selling the paper. his sentence was suspended on a promise to stop selling it, which his attorney argues never existed.
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John Rodgers
Allegheny
Yost
Stowe
Slagle
Afernoon
Rodgers
F.C. McGirr
Oes
Collier
Divorce Suit For Habeas Corpus In Child Custody Case
L E Love of Wilmerding seeks a writ of habeas corpus to recover possession of three children John seven Frank four Florence two from Mrs Westbrook and Henry M Long. Love alleges his wife M D Love was unfaithful and left home often over two months with the children in strangers’ care. He withdrew April 23 1891 and asks the court to bring the children to custody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. E. Love
Wilmerding
M. D. Love
John
Frank
Florence
Love
Westbrook
Henry M. Long
Flood aftermath suit names club in Johnstown disaster
Nancy W. Little and eight children sue the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club of Pittsburg for 50000 damages over the death of John A. Little a traveling salesman and guest at the Hulbert Hotel Johnstown during the flood The suit alleges the dam at South Fork was negligently constructed and unable to release water effectively with a dam built in 1880.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis McMullen
Nancy W. Little
South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club
Pittsburg
Criminal Court Dockets Include Not Guilty and Sentenced Defendants
Yesterday in criminal court Louis Baker and Frank Tomski were found not guilty of larceny from Peter Adamazzah. Moses Deckson convicted of burglary at Sedvino Guyaux’s Cochran station home. Frank Zimmer and Kate Wetwine acquitted of assault on Samuel Stauffer. John Rowair pleaded guilty to stealing ten bushels of corn from C. M. Short. Several others were sentenced to fines or workhouse terms for larceny and assault.
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Louis Baker
Frank Tomski
Peter Adamazzah
Moses Deckson
Sedvino Guyaux
Cochran Station
Frank Zimmer
Kate Wetwine
Samuel Stauffer
Etna
John Rowair
Thomas Martin
Michael Donahue
Albert Warner
John Romnie
Sam Edwards
Read Berry
Fitzsimmons Murder Cases Set for Next Week in Court
A list of defendants scheduled for trial in Criminal Court next week includes F. C. Fitzsimmons alias A G edd Lucy R Fitzsimmons B Jordan John Mehover F Sylvester Kate Carey Frank Taylor George Welthaas Noah War Alex Dagan J A Spensies Mullen John Hullihan J W Bender Michael Hurt Christ Burns John Erb Jaco Johnston Lane Brinkhof William Farrington Charles Garves J B Dawson M D Peterman John Peters Frank Graceton WyetustonsSkory Bebia Rieg Goerene Sutil Mary S Smith WL Rel Thomas Thompem A A Alles Co D Greenlee Li Forst WOW Martin Joe Orachi John Klein John F Allen Harry McKee John Parker Mary Laughrey B Coddy Hannah Coddr Frank P Cohen Wm Callinan Jerome Jones C J Cassity Reuben Miller James McAnucliffe George Wensel H P Young Charles Gaurenhardt M H Layton James Canzvan Mike F Doherty Robert Collins John Smith Ida McCain John C Threnhauser Pan Jackson Bridget Mc Donough Thomas OToole Michael Hanley George Wilson alias Anderson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. C. Fitzsimmons
A. G. Edd
Lucy ER. Fitzsimmons
B. Jordan
John Mehoever
F. Sylvester
Kate Carey
Frank Taylor
George Welthaas
Noah War Alex
Dagan
J. A. Spensies
Mullen
John Hullihan
J. W. Bender
Michael Hurt
Christ Burns
John Erb
Jaco Johnston
Lane Brinkhof
William Farrington
Charles Garves
John Parker
Mary Laughrey
B. Coddy
Hannah Coddr
Frank P. Cohen
Wm. Callinan
Jerome Jones
C. J. Cassity
Reuben Miller
James McAnucliffe
George Wensel
H. P. Young
Charles Gaurenhardt
M. H Layton
James Canzvan
Mike F. Doherty
Robert Collins
John Smith
Ida McCain
John C
Judgments Against J C Alles Recorded in Local Court
Henry Alles Sr. yesterday secured a $100 000 judgment against his son J C Kies real estate agent on a note dated July 16 payable from date Nine other judgments for $21 each were also recorded against J C Alles in favor of Minnie Jivo Kate Thomas F L Alles and H Alles
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Alles
Henry Alles
J. C.kies
J.C. Alles
Minnie Jivo
Kate Thomas
F. L. Alles
H. Alles
Trial list and criminal cases in progress at Commonwealth court
The docket lists Mor ena Thomas Rhodes and Zahn for trial. A foreign attachment against G M Rollins for 5076 is noted. Mary Meisel alias Hus an challenges a magistrate judgment in a tax appeal. James McDermott seeks habeas corpus from the workhouse. Fitesimmons and Lucy Fitesimmons face murder trial of Detective Gilkinson. Attorney Marshall argues for witnesses, case set for Monday. Mythology feature Winkemar previews Highland Scots superstitions in The Dispatch.
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Boots & Fairxx
G. M. Rollins
Reilins
Braddock and
Turtle Creek Street Railway Company
Mary Meisel
Husan
McKenna
Mishe
Sony
James McDermott
McDermott
No. 61
Twelfth Street
A. G. Shoon
F.C. Fitesimmons
Lucy Fitesimmons
Tral
Criminal Court
Gilkinson
Thomas M. Marshall
Mr. Marshall
Major McKinley Sees Ohio Democrats Align on Fiscal Policy
Major McKinley praised the Ohio Democratic Convention for endorsing a platform merging free trade in tariff for revenue and free silver. He said the campaign will center on national fiscal policy, urging Ohio voters to choose between American industry and foreign competition, while affirming the party’s stance on honest money and inflation opposition. He declined to comment on presidential prospects beyond predicting a Republican Administration.
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Wueruine
Major McKinley
Ohio
Ohie
Nblican
Dysenteric Disease Prolific In Two Cities And Wilkinsburg
Dysenteric illnesses surge in two cities and Wilkinsburg linked to the grip. Physicians report a peculiar, still widespread form that traces to last winter’s outbreak, with Wilkinsburg seeing near epidemic levels despite mild weather.
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Wilkinsburg
Mysterious Australian Rain Maker Headed for Canton
A fleeting notice in The Dispatch hints at a mysterious Australian figure believed to cause rain in Canton Ohio forthcoming in tomorrow's edition. The item frames the claim as a curiosity rather than a scientific report.
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Canton
World’s Fair Plans Advisory Agricultural Councils
The World's Fair Committee on Agricultural Congresses issued an address outlining plans to create advisory councils. These councils would include distinguished American and foreign representatives from agricultural life and faculties of agriculture colleges along with Farmers' Union and Grange officers.
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Chicago
Iite
Twin Cities Neck and Neck
The Minneapolis directory claims a population near 200000 and lists about 8040 percent names. The St Paul directory also reports a population of 200000 with similar name counts, intensifying rivalry over regional estimates.
Fall of Pompeii at Recreation Park Adds Chariot Races
Ancient Rome styled spectacle at Recreation Park will feature chariot hurdle and foot races between professionals. H J Paine praises Allegheny Park as ideal for Pompeii scenery while Manager Barnbeisel readies the set and hints at a possible show tonight. SNAP SHOTS-Stoffel brings Farmer Zeb and visits fire department horses.
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Pompeii
Recreation Park
H. J. Paine
Allegheny
Barnbeisel
Stoffel
Zeb
Dispatch
Mayor settles Fourth of July fund accounts
Mayor Gourley settled with the City Treasurer the cash transactions for the Fourth of July fund. The fund balance stood at 23460 pounds credited to Farmers' Deposits for the nucleus of next year's celebration. Donations totaled 5502 dollars with expenses of 5267 dollars 40 cents.
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Gourley
Meeting Between Bismarck and Grant Analyzed
John Russell Young reports on a Berlin meeting between Bismarck and Ulysses Grant for The Dispatch readers. The piece offers a masterful analysis of the Lion Chancellor's character and the implications of their encounter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bismarck
John Russell Young
Grant
Berlin
Lion Chancellor
Sale of Seats for Kenмор Hotel Lawn Play Under Way
The sale of seats for the lawn performance of As You Like It at the Hotel Ken mawr is progressing briskly. The first rehearsal is set for Monday and Miss Coghlan, Joseph Haworth, and Muldoon are expected to attend.
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Kenmawr
Excursion to Ohio Pyle Sunday by B O R B Route
Excursion to Ohio Pyle on Sunday via the B B O R B line. Round trip rate ten dollars. The train leaves Pittsburgh at 8 15 A M.
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Ohio
Pyle
Pittsburg
Iron City Beer Promoted By Local Dealers
The notice touts Iron City Beer built on quality materials and careful brewing. It notes dealers carry the product and contrasts quality with cheap rivals.
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Iron City Beer
Denterous coffee at The Rustic Dairy Lunch
A note describes dangerous coffee at The Rustic Dairy Lunch located on Diamond Street near numbers 35 and 37. Local patrons report shaking and stomach upset after consuming the beverage. Authorities have not issued a formal recall.
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Rustic Dairy Lunch
Diamond Street
Pastors and Pensioners Face Shifting Church Loyalty
The essay argues experienced pastors aged 50 plus outrank younger pulpit reformers, yet churches favor bright young speakers over veteran ministers. It condemns a three year ministry cycle as starving out older pastors and stresses the value of long pastoral ties and experience in guiding congregations.
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America
Scotland
Ireland
Methodist Episcopal Church
Sunday Church Services in Pittsburg Area
Multiple churches listed for Sunday services across Pittsburg and nearby districts. Entries include U P and M E congregations with morning and evening sermons by ministers such as William J. Reid D D E B Curren and H T McClelland D D amid varied topics like The Needy Soul's Bitter Cry The Earnest of the Inheritance and On Mr Tabor.
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Porst Bureze Paxgsnrtenta
Cunveen
de Witt M. Benham
Silver Lake Grove
Sicorn Presarrestan Cannon
Penn Avenue
Seventh Street
J. BR. Sutherland
D. D
Joan Kovraca
Hungary-Austria
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
Grace Reformed Church
Grant Street
Webster Avenue
John Weasley
Shohola Glen Camp Ground
Monongahela City
Pittsburg and
Lake Erie
George W. Clinton
Ulyssis Surrman Greves
Fayette College
Homewood Mission
East End
L. P. Greves
Park Avenue
Westminster Church
Park Avenue Church
Lincoln Public Schools
Oaxitanp U.P. Cuaren
P. U
William J. Reid
D.D
Christ
Ae Preserrenas Caveen
E. RB. Toonehoo
A. M
R. W
Dexxy
M. E. Cuvaca
Ligonier
Thirtyfourth
Rev
Mansfield Valley
O. H. Philips
W. F. Richardson
Jesus
Christian Endeavor
Reformed Presbyterian Church
Sandusky
North Diamond Streets
James M. Coleman
Observatory Hill
W. S. Wishart
Providence
Norry Avence M. E. Cavaom
Corner Arch Street
Allegheny
T. Satchel
Religious Services Schedule Across City Churches
A long list of Sunday services across multiple churches is detailed. Names of pastors, street corners, and service times are provided for congregations including Kin ter Nixon, Conanocational Cucron, First Coastmtras, and Central Passerterian, among others.
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Western Avenue
Manhattan Estreet
J. W. Harsha
Trixtry Lersenax
Stockton Avenue
Arch Street
Andrew
Fichthorn
Camp Gregg in Readiness for Third Brigade Encampment
General Gobin oversees 1000 tents at Camp Gregg and prepares for a formal opening at 9 a.m. tomorrow. Governor Pattison and staff to arrive Tuesday night for a three day camp with Major General Snowden reviewing the brigade Thursday and the governor Friday. About 2800 National Guard members expected to participate.
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Gobin
Pattison
Snowden
National Guard
Dr McGlynn Likely to Return to Church reinstate
New York telegram reports Father O Callahan of St Stephen s Catholic Church says Dr McGlynn will eventually come back to the Church. He notes Father Colton s absence in Europe is not linked to Rome talks and suggests the excommunication bull may be revoked soon.
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the Dispatch
New York
Me Glynn
Father O'Callahan
St. Stephen's Church
Father O’callahan
Father McGlynn
Father Colton
Europe
St. Stephen's
Big Oil Gains At Zelienople And Bridgeville Fields
The Zelienople well on the Eicholtz farm nears a second pay in the 100 foot sand, yielding about 100 barrels an hour and signaling a major new pool. In nearby Bridgeville, Mellon & Wilson expect the 50 foot sand hit to open fresh territory, with several other wells in the Moon area reporting production or drilling activity, and multiple outfits pursuing new success in western Pennsylvania fields.
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Pittsburg
Guffey, Jennings & Co
Mathews
Noblestown
Aiintas
Bridgewile
Mellon & Wilson
Forsythe
Pases Gerke
Bridgeville
Grace & Murphy
James Springer
Moon
Kanawha Oil Company
Meeks
W. L. Mellon
Bieter. Bros
Post Office
Kanawha Oil Company A No. 2
Ouslett
Zelfenople
John Q. A. Kennedy
Eicholtz
Isa
Enterprise Oil Company
Chartiers Oil Company
Hays Farm
No. 3
Petersville
Guckert & Steele
Bolton
Thompson & Co
Rader
Waller & Co
Schoolhouse Oil Company
Blakely
Craig, Phillips & Co
John Martin
Griesbach & Co
Dombard
Forest Oil Company
Williams
Bolard & Grosser
James Welsh
Sutton, Christy & Co
Shannon
Petroleum market dull with little trade and wider declines
Markets show minimal activity with flat prices and sparse bids. Petroleum in Cuivre, London, Antwerp, and New York mostly steady to lower. daily runs and shipments listed. Warren M. E. Church to hold camp meeting at Verner's Grove with Rev James H. Watson leading services and a trained choir.
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London
Savenees
Antwerp
New York
Cuevecana
Tige
Crirx
j.Buapford
Warren M. E
Verner’s Grove
White Hall
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Grove
Lla
Mr. Pson
St.ames A. M. E
James H. Watson
Kenyon Military Academy Catalogue Highlights Sixty Seventh Year
The catalogue from Kenyon Military Academy showcases its sixty seventh year with detailed illustrations and information for students preparing for college or business. It emphasizes the institution’s successful program and offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gambier, O
Postal subsidy bill sparks shipowners plans for faster New York Rio route
In New York on July 17 officials discuss how the postal subsidy bill could boost American shipping. General Ripley notes his United States and Brazil Mail Steamship Co has built two ships to serve New York to Rio de Janeiro in 19 days. Rumors say the Inman Line may bid for transatlantic mail work. Industry interest is high, ships are being built, and observers expect at least an inspiriting impact even if the trade increase remains to be seen.
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New York
General Ripley
United States and Brazil Mail Steamship Company
Rio Janeiro
London
South American
Inman Line
Skeleton mystery linked to missing Horace Barnes case
A skeleton found near West Granville may match Horace Barnes of West Granville Massachusetts who disappeared after leaving home when his father hired him to work on a farm. He was later located alive driving an ice wagon but the skeleton’s identity remains uncertain.
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Birmingham
Congn
Horace Barnes
West Granville
Mass
Horace
West Grenville
American Sentinel
Germans Buy Up American Property Fueled By Capital
Beelin gold flowing in German syndicates begin to seek investments in the United States. Larry Mayer, a local attorney, notes German capitalists are active and a purchase near Hillsboro New Mexico valued at 1,000,0000 was made for Hugo Gumpf. A sharp analysis of Bismarck follows.
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CuHicaco
Lary Mayer
United States
Mayer
Hugo Gumpf
Hillsboro
N. M
Live Stock Market Report From Portsmns Dispatch Farrvar
Cow and hog prices mixed across multiple markets with receipts running high. Cattle steady to firm in major centers like New York Chicago St Louis and Omaha. hogs mostly firm or irregular. sheep and calves mixed with cautious demand.
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Orvice
Farrvar
New York
Ity
Phila
Bes Ge
Beeves
Chicago
Texas
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Aorae
Toad
Kansas City
Indianapolis
Coffee Market Opens Steady with Mixed Futures Prices
New York July 17 Coffee options opened steady amid quiet trading. Dealers reported sales across several months with August and September contracts noted. Rio de Janeiro futures remained firm with fair cargo offerings, while market activity showed cautious support for nearby delivery and fair quality lots.
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Saas
Rio
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P. M. Cavnon
Cobden Street
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H. J. Buckingham
Arent
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Collins Avenue
R. M. Russell
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M. P. Cannon
Virginia Avenue
Bigham Street
F. Crowther
Christian Unity
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Wood Street
George T. Purves
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J. D. Moffat
Washington and Jefferson College
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H. T. McClelland
M. Moon
Trent
Washington
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Sheridan Avenue
Hiram J. Kader
Haselwood Christian Church
J. E. Pounds
Enoch
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Frere Avenor
M. E. Cavees
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Grace Lutheran Congregation
Sctlingman’s Hall
Betuany Lutheran Church
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Surrarie
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W. A. Stanton
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S. W. McCorkle
Paysie
Camp Gregg
DR. M’glynn
M'Donald Spudders
McDorsup—Shaffer & Co
Smith Lot
Hughes
Cedet
Royal Gas Company
Sauters
Gordon and Dry
People’s Natural Gas Cam
Goron
Pew & Emerson
Steinheiser
Butler Lot
Dutill District
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Murphy and Westerman
Biddle Farm
Bolard & Cummings
Kennedy Farm
Callery
Osborn Bros
Crawford
Barr
Verner S Grove
Kenyon Military Academy
Beelin
East Liberty
Telegraph
Syquiiig
Ats
California Fig Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Louisville
York
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Nies
OL Well Supply CO
Water Street
Pittsburg, PA
Ireland & Hughes
Corses
A. V
Pintsburg, PA
Corry Boilers
Butler
James M. Lambing
Corry, PA
Berthes
Eikrson
Wolff & Randolph
Philadelphia
Efte
Grorax
SHAWL
Montpelier
Williams Co
M.F. Zoeller
Sole
E. H. Williams
Swayne
Ness
F. Htscox
Mrvalway Law York
Androon
Peru Chemical CO
Milwaukee
Wil
Address Medic. Co
Standard Oil CO
Wheeling, W. Va
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Capital City Oil
Harrisburg
Eimai
Standard Oil Company
Col. Duquesne Way
Eighth Street
Pittsbuerg
Pde
Whittier
Pittburg
Prica
Madrid
Ical CO
U. S
Jos. Fleming & Son
Market St
Yes Pharmacy
Smithfield
A.J. Kaercher
Federal St. Allegheny
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