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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1891
Page
2
The Allegheny Bessemer plant shutdown leaves 4000 workers idle as Amalgamated Association action splits locals. Homestead leaders influence, Steeltonmills face closure while Amalgamated officers weigh tactics and possible nonunion shifts. Sparrow Point move could devastate Steelton town.
Bussell & Co and IveHaven & Co restarted this week after a hiatus for the summer. Bussell employs 28 men, IveHaven similar in size, as an unexpected demand rush pushed both factories back to work.
Jeannette contractors grow confident they will win the feat age within eight hours, a concession granted to the teen on May 1. The man, however, has not yet conceded and may pursue further action.
Victoria, associated with the Watervliet Arsenal, is identified in this inspection context. The note references her role and connection to Arsenal activities, implying a formal review or examination of materials.
A plan to expand Carbon Iron Works with a new gun factory unit is reported. When finished the addition will create the only pattern gun factory in the region, aiding production and testing materials.
Moorhead Bros. & Co. workers fear Amalgamated rules after a conference at Duquesne. John Moorhead was absent from the signing and not bound by the agreement. Mill repairs remain and a crisis is near as operations may resume within days.
A heavy iron machine invented for Urebrick production, weighing about 0 000 pounds, built on a single frame with two drypans and a solid foundation. It grinds hard refractory clays and materials and is manufactured by Thomas Carlin's Sons of Allegheny for plants needing large outputs.
An English traveler touring the United States praised Pittsburg as more businesslike and better governed than Chicago. He noted Pittsburg’s electric system, police, parks, and streets as ahead in many respects while criticizing Chicago’s self styled Parisian fashion and riotous public life. He concluded Pittsburg offers greater opportunity and a steadier path to success than Chicago.
Chief Elliot of the Department of Charities inspected three poor farms in Forward township and along the McK B V R R. He praised the McClure farm for its extensive bottom land and fine hill land. A large potato sample was brought back. He will report to Councils after further visits along the Allegheny river today.
Richard Gatch, Wheeling Republican, at the Central Hotel, says the last election was a lesson for Democrats and predicts a broad Republican victory next time. He recalls delays in county returns and a one vote majority in the legislature. He notes Mrs. Glessen’s drowning case left a somber impression in Wheeling as townspeople searched for her. A barefoot woman walked two miles on a rough road to her death, details unclear.
Edward Neely, night clerk at the Pitts burg and Lake Erie Railroad station, encountered two men yesterday morning as he walked along Sycamore street on Mt. Washington. One man, dressed to resemble a passerby, asked the time while another lurked behind a tree. Neely drew his revolver and the pair fled.
Ex-councilman William B West urges a bold harbor replan to relieve Pittsburg Southside traffic. His plan would build along the levee with an underground link from Union station to the bridge, move warehouses to the wharf, dredge the river, and create a belt railway and loading hoists to remove heavy traffic from Carson Street and ease car wagon collisions.
A horse and wagon driven by Brown of Morningside road collided with cable traction car No. 4 at Stanton and Highland. The wagon was demolished the horse fatally injured and likely to be killed. Brown sustained head injuries and the car suffered damage. Dispute over fault between Brown and the motorman.
Joseph Haworth the actor was refused admission at Harris Theater and declined to buy tickets. He complained to staff and recounted the scene, noting the box office denial and the invited guests who later teased him. He compared Boucicault’s discipline on stage with the incident.
Dr. Mundorff warns of rising death rates without improved drinking water and public purification. He blames ineffective water works and calls for state action to force pure water, arguing health must trump corporate interests and urging citizens to demand cleaner mains.
A 19th century notice explains the cost of paid vacations for post office carriers. With 42 local carriers at about $1 000 yearly wages, 15 days off per man requires substitutes earning $400 yearly, totaling about 24 000 for the local office and more nationwide. The piece notes the financial burden and gradual rotation among staff.
A meeting will be held this evening in Lobrs Hall Wilkinsburg by Rev John A Burnetts congregation. The discussion focuses on selecting a site for the new church as the charge grows rapidly and promises to be among Wilkinsburgs flourishing congregations. Frid ay evening the ordination of the elders connected with the church occurs. Burnetts ordination will be completed in a few weeks.
The Rev G G Westfall of the Fourth M P Church on Park Avenue East End has again tendered his resignation to his congregation. He had earlier accepted another church’s call but was not permitted to leave. This second resignation will not be withdrawn.
A string of brief criminal notices from Allegheny includes Albert Crusty in lockup on serious charges, Richanrp Deving held for court in $21,000 bail, Grant Street gambling raided with fines, and multiple hearings and warrants. Summaries cover assaults, disturbances, neglect prosecutions, and animal cruelty inquiries with Aldermen and magistrates named.
In Allegheny, Annie Storey of Gay Alley caused a chaotic scene during a beer fueled washday shower. She sprayed passersby and officer Alexander with water and beer, resisted arrest, then surrendered after an hour of weeping and lamenting her fate.
Superintendent Muth blasted Allegheny officers for vague duty reports. He demanded full details beyond brief sketches, citing two recent submissions. He visited Hotel Schreiber to confirm a cut hand and warned reports must include complete narratives of all incidents.
In Allegheny two mothers gave carbolic acid thinking it was medicine. One child, daughter of Mrs. Mary MacComfrey, died after early morning dosing. another child of Mrs. Faris, wife of a West End baker, was saved by castor oil but remained ill with possible recovery.
Judge Ewing grants a preliminary injunction against Pittsburg Allegheny and Manchester Traction Company over Woods Run avenue. The suit, by property owners, seeks to stop a Y track at McClure avenue intersection. Company fears impact on Liberty, Fifth and Duquesne Way as crews push to finish the loop before the injunction takes effect.
Police report several open doors in stores on Federal and Ohio streets and in homes on principal avenues. Officers note late evening heat keeping people from securing exits, with a Federal street store and a city hall safe found open. No thefts reported.
Alderman McKenna ordered L A Kaufman jailed yesterday after J E Stroup filed a robbery information. The wrong man was taken into custody by W J Kies and held briefly before Kaufman was freed once the error was found. Sixth Street Bridge Contract Signed With Union Bridge Co New York the steel structure will cost 525800 most steel to be produced in Pittsburgh and only wood used for horse block sidewalks.
Three painters in the lobby of the Seventh Avenue Hotel tumbled to the floor when a scaffold broke. No one was seriously hurt but a well dressed drummer was covered with paint, and a display case at the cigar stand was broken.
E B White, a negro porter, was scrubbing on the first floor when water ran into Gee Wing's basement laundry. Gee Wing objected and White knocked him down. The porter is jailed on a charge of assault and battery filed by Gee Wing.
Colonel W. D. Moore yesterday had his son in law Richard V. Peterson of Evergreen arrested on felonious assault and battery and surety of the peace. Peterson was sent to jail in default of $1 500 bail. The suits were brought before Alderman McMasters.
A horse and wagon owned by H. McKee, a Brushton grocer, were found abandoned after being driven away by a theft suspect. Local police pursue clues to recover the vehicle and seize the culprit.
Chief Brown delayed his trip to the Northwest and will confer with Mayor Gourley this morning on the disability ordinance. District Attorney Burleigh and Controller Morrow will attend to state the law. The Mayor hesitates, but officials push for a police fund and possible automatic law under the Wallace act.
Notices cover penalties for worn uniforms at Western Penitentiary orders and letters about a death inquiry in Allegheny. A new school house contract is awarded to Stutthill & Brother for 340000. Western Pennsylvanian district deputies meet at Central Hotel. An excursion to Erie August 10 and 11 for Select Knights. Pittsburg and Western boasts shortest route to Buffalo. Pittsburg Press Club adjourns with constitution and by laws revision. Mrs. Mace Waoner injured near Clark's Run bridge. Southside citizens delay mayoral boom club meeting. Botanical Society meets with Dr. Adolph Koenig presenting on Allegheny County medical plants.
Preparations complete for the Randall Club fete champetre at Silver Lake Grove tonight with Governor Campbell arriving at 7 20 am. A public reception at 10 to 4 at 432 Duquesne Way invites business leaders and city ladies. The Great Western Band plays selections and a parade route is outlined from Seventh Avenue Hotel to Silver Lake Grove with no speeches planned.
The inquest on Jacob Alles, a Pittsburgh real estate agent, concluded yesterday before Commissioner A C Johnston. Alles appeared improved but still wandering in speech. Sol Coulson arranged emergency admission to St Francis Hospital sane department. Also announced Pittsburg’s first liquor dealers directory listing all Allegheny county merchants and liquor laws.
A pleasant birthday party was given by Little Miss Emily Goodwin daughter of C. G. Goodwin of the Oil Exchange restaurant last evening about 70 children enjoyed the event chatting and eating from a choice menu.
Advertises commodious rooms in the 75 77 79 Diamond Street building with power electric light an elevator and janitor service included. Rooms range 100 by 60 feet 60 by 30 feet 18 by 60 feet with power light steam heat and janitor service at various prices and a few spaces from 2400. Contact John T. Shields second story Dispatch building between 11 and 4.
Ex congressman Herish Wilkins of Ohio, owner of the Washington Post, forecasts Campbell’s rise and McKinley’s weakness amid Foraker Sherman clashes. He cites Australian ballots aiding Democrats, farmer discontent, and the Alliance, while Wade of Missouri lauds Blaine and doubts a Blaine run. The piece notes political currents in Ohio and Missouri with regional figures and party maneuvers.
The ad lists 4-4 chintzs with dark grounds and colored figures at 18c and 20c per yard. A go piece lot closes this week at 10c a yard. Styles include tennis suitings and wash fabrics with prices from 25c down to 15c. House dress prints shown this week at 12 14c a yard.
Behold an entirely new assortment of styles featuring French Batista Fil-a-Fil French Camel's Hairs Beige Mixtures Silk Stripe Etumines Pure Mohsirs Camel's Hair Novelties Pisiol Cheviots in floriate patterns. Black and White Indias offered at 75 cents, reduced from one dollar.
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