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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1892

Page

11

Third Party Movement Grows in Southern States Aid by Watson Allies

Washington dispatch reports the People's party attracts more attention than old parties as Southern and Western readers back its growth. Florida Georgia North Carolina and others see potential gains. Tom Watson financed materials spur demand for his political handbook while old-guard chairmen struggle to draw donations.

PROM Washington People's Party Harrison Tom Watson People’s Party Sancaloe Robert M. Smith New York Florida Georgia People’s South North Carolina Alabama Tennessee Alliance National Economist National Wetchman Evec Lrd Party Congress Capitol Dunning National Watchan

House Passes Reciprocal Trade Bill With Canada

Washington July 21—The House quickly passed a measure to enforce reciprocal commercial relations with Canada. The bill aims to end discrimination against American citizens in transport via the Welland and St Lawrence canals and preserve treaty rights. It now goes to the Senate for consideration.

Senate House Congress Oreover United States Canada Washington Blount Georgia Welland St Lawrence Hitt Lillimois

Too Many Wives Peculiar Allegation Rocks Sharpsburg

A Sharpsburg man identified as J M Patterson a representative of the Brooks Oil Company faces bigamy charges after a daughter from a claimed hidden marriage accuses him of keeping a wife in Wellsville Ohio and several children. Patterson allegedly faced a prior assault charge from a suitor denied marriage. Patterson’s wife and son dispute the claims while law forces loom.

Sharpsburg Ohio J. M. Patterson Brooks Oil Company Cleveland Pennsylvania Main Street Patterson Justice At the Peace Banrd Mra Green Wellsville Green Dispatch Smith

HO FOR HOMESTEAD Carnegie Company hires many workers in Philadelphia

Philadelphia July 21 Workmen are being engaged to replace the Carnegie Steel Company strikers at Homestead. J Ogden Hoffman agent says men from across the country driven by Homestead wages are arriving daily and many skilled laborers are being employed. No transport arrangements are made and workers must reach Homestead on their own.

Carnegie Company Phiadelphia Philadelphia Carnegie Steel Company Homestead J. Ogden Hoffman Cuba

Gompers Gains His Point on Ellis Island Visit

Special report notes Superintendent Weber grants Samuel Gompers four representatives access to Ellis Island to inspect incoming immigrants. The move signals Federal difficulty stopping contract laborers replacing striking Western Pennsylvania steel and iron mill workers. Labor reps likely to report for duty tomorrow.

New York Weber Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Ellis Island Pennsylvania

Paris Styles Cholera With Fancy Name

Paris reports cholera in the suburbs remains stationary and shows no spread within the fortifications. Officials label the disease epidemic choleriforme and note its slow development allows more time for control. It has not yet taken root inside the city walls.

Paris

Dark Con Quixote Vanquishes Three Pursuers in Desperate Fight

Special telegram describes Abe Holland a violent insane man in the foothills east of Connellsville. He attacked officers at his cabin after being chased from Stubble’s hut, fighting with an ax and revolver before escaping into the woods. Police recovered weapons and clothing torn in the struggle. Holland has been living in the mountains for years and his motive remains unknown.

Uxstortows Connellsville Abe Holland Stubble Holland Campbell Hoe Rocka

Determined Woman Defies Pipe Line Crew on Her Farm

On Peter Nitch’s farm near Jouxstown a farmer’s wife and her four sons drove off Crescent Pipe Line workers with shotguns and a revolver, defying arrest warrants for riot. Police removed the family to a justice’s office, while workers laid pipes elsewhere. lawsuits were filed and later withdrawn after Cole paid costs.

Jouxstown Peter Nitch Nitch Crescent Pipe Line Company Cole Nitoh

EAW Recruits Disciplined for Skipping Camp

Lima July 21 Special young men enlisted in Company ER Second Regiment at Celina to aid a political candidate, then failed to respond to drill calls. An arrest order followed, mandating camp with the regiment at Presque Isle next Sunday. named absentees include Mont Washburne Pat Schenck Mike Hemmert Harry Bryan W B Armstrong Frank Tonvelle Mack Marlin J P Moore and Ed Bryson.

Lima Celina Presque Isle Mont

Convention at Williams' Grove Draws 5000 Sunday Workers

Cantiste July 21 Special reports a turnout of about 5,000 Sunday school workers at Williams' Grove for the third day of the convention. Morning lecture titled Through Japan and Across the Pacific by Rev. T. F. Clark followed an afternoon talk. Evening programs included a musical entertainment and Rev. J. Hector with The Story of My Life. Society Day scheduled for tomorrow with many ministers expected.

Cantiste Williams’ Grove Japan Pacific Vy. T. F. Clark J. H. Hector

Newark Preliminary Hearing Over Shooting Case

In Newark on July 21 the preliminary hearing for F L Hasset addressed the shooting of George Swigert during an arrest attempt. The coroner ruled the death accidental, but prosecutors argued murder due to lack of a warrant. Haslet was released on 1500 dollars bond as manslaughter was ultimately entered.

Newark F. L. Hasset Hassetis George Swigert Haslet

Robbers Caught After Two Months in Uniortown

Four men Albert Herrington Frank Cagey James Harrington and William Campbell were jailed on robbery charges for the Eberhardt’s store heist at New Geneva committed last May. Harrington and Campbell were arrested at McKrt yesterday and the other two were captured coming from the Cheat river mountains.

Uniortown Pecioy Albert Herrington Frank Cagey James Harrington William Campbell Eberhardt New Geneva Campbell Mck Rt Cheat River

Novel Fire Protection System in Mitterssure Village

Nash ville in this county operates water works of a novel nature. A large tank holding about 300 barrels sits on an elevated platform above the town and feeds hoses to various parts of the village. Water is pumped into the tank by an air pump.

Mitterssure Nashville

Nude woman sighting near Comsranann Missouri

Levi Hambleton reported a woman described as a lunatic seen near his home about three miles from Whid. She was entirely nude and fled when approached. A neighborhood search and sheriff deputies scoured the area but found no trace.

Comsranann Levi Hambleton

Water Works for Brownavilla Brownaviitz

This town and Bridgeport will be the first in Fayette county to be supplied with river water from the reservoir system. Previously they relied on alternative water supplies.

Brownaviitz Bridgeport Fayette County

Water Company Charters for Two Towns at Harrisburg

Two water companies the Bridgeport Water Company and the Reservoir and Hill Springs Company were chartered at Harrisburg on Tuesday with a combined capital of 30000 dollars. The firms will unite their resources to supply both towns with an improved water system from a reservoir located behind the borough limits on the hill and fed by springs on surrounding hills.

Ieeerownevilleator Bridgeport Water Company Harrisburg

Infanticide Case and Local Accidents Reported at McKeesport

Coroner arrives to probe the vault discovery of a fully developed child in David Gosmer’s yard as Mrs. Gosmer’s health delays the inquest. Seven year old Cable Wunderlie dies after leg injury while boarding a wagon. Charles Jones of Pittsburg, 30, on the Ocean Wave, suffers leg crush injuries that require amputation. Fred Reimer of Buena Vista is fined $10 for mistreating his 15 year old niece. she is placed with the Anti Cruelty Society of Pittsburgh.

McKersront McDowell David Gosmer

Wanamaker Contract Awarded for Harrisburg Buildings

The contract to repaint public buildings and the Executive Mansion in Harrisburg has been awarded to John Wanamaker by Secretary Harrity. Work has been ongoing since last year with five workmen painting the Capitol dome and the woodwork throughout the state buildings. The Postmaster General’s contract is disputed by Harrisburg master painters who protested the award.

Hanerssoune John Wanamaker Harrity Wanamaker Capitol Harrisburg Secretary of State

Burglars Raid Freepon Three Dwellings

Three dwellings in Freepon were raided by burglars Wednesday night. McKxxrsforth Charles son of John Wun der of Christy Park died yesterday morning from injuries received last Monday evening when caught in a wagon wheel and whirled around. City Hall and fire department headquarters collapsed Wednesday night after adjournment due to undermined foundations from nearby excavation. Maurice Yuker a Russian and Mrs Bertha Jacobs wed Wednesday night despite objections and a misinterpretation of a Russian language clause leading to a fine for breach of peace.

Freepon Charles John Wunder Christy Park Hestixepon Fire Department Darrox Maurice Yuker Bertha Jacobs

Notable visitors and hotel guests in Pittsburgh area

The private coach of President McRea’s party arrived in Philadelphia by fast train. A Romanoff from St Peters burg stays at the Duquesne while touring the two cities. Thomas Hampton from Allegheny heads to Atlantic City for summer. Gainer and sister Mrs Howard of Eastern Maryland stay at the Duquesne. Mrs E Griffith and her son from Parker register at Seventh Avenue Hotel. Controller Morrow joins an excursion to the seashore. John J. Scott of Stevensville and C Rayburn of Kittanning attend Seventh Avenue Hotel. F E Kelly of Johnstown visits St. courto pouerdas. A Pierce and wife of Lancaster at Schlosser. Charles R Moore of Morganza at St James. H S McClure of Confluence at Schlosser. W Dennison registers at Seventh Avenue.

President McRea Penn Railway Philadelphia A. Romanoff St. Petersburg Duquesne Thomas Hampton East Street Allegheny Atlantic City T. H. Gainer C. B. Howard Maryland E. Griffith and Son Parker Seventh Avenue Hotel Controller Morrow John J. Scott Stevensville C. Rayburn Kittanning Seventh Avenue F. E. Kelly Johnstown A. & Pierce Lancaster Schlosser Charles R. Moore Morganza St. James Hotel McClure Confluence W. Dennison

Pittsburgers Register At New York Hotels

In New York on July 21 a list shows Pittsburgers registered at various hotels. Names include J. W. McKeley I. Rhodes W. Trew Miss Church A. KR McKain A. J. Bornstein L. E. Bolt F. E B. Buxley BR H. Campe C. H. England W. Martin D. McGary R. M. McPhee M. W. Mead C. E. Miller G. W. Morse J. W. Moore W. J. Saint duplicated.

Pitteburgers New York Pittsburgers J. WH. McKeley Fifth Avenue I. Rhodes W. Trew W. H. Trew Miss Church St. Denis A. KR. McKain A. J. Bornstein Savoy L. E. Bolt Broadway Central F. E B. Buxley Continental BR. H. Campe Plaza C. H. England W. Martin Imperial D. McGary R. M. McPhee Gedney M. W. Mead C. E. Miller Morton G. W. Morse J. W. Moore W. J. Saint

Smallpox Stampedes Summer Reporters

Newport Rhode Island July 21. Owing to the discovery of smallpox in a Block Island hotel there has been a constant exodus of strangers and guests from the island. In some hotels there scarcely remain any guests and it is believed that by Saturday the hotels of this resort will be practically deserted.

Newport R. L Block Island

No Place Like Home Piano and Organ Bargains at Hamilton's

Hundreds enjoy summer from home while others seek a Decker Knabe Fischer or Katey instrument. Hamilton's offers shopworn pianos and second‑hand options at less than half price with easy terms, down payments of 10 to 25 dollars and monthly 5 to 10 dollars. Limited to about 30 bargains left at 91 and 93 Fifth Avenue Pittsburg.

Decker Knabe Fischer Katey Ilton Decker Save Monry Hamilton Firth Avenue Pittsburg

Seven Octave Piano Organ Invention Promises Dual Benefits

The Seven-Octave Piano Organ combines organ and piano features. It matches pipe organs in tone while offering seven octaves, light action and improved pedals like an upright piano. It claims to be the only piano music suitable instrument, priced at about a third of a piano. Catalogue and prices available from H Kleber & Bro Lac agents at 606 Wood Street Pittsvarg.

Oman H. Kleber & Bro., Ltd Wood Street Pittsvarg

Excursion to Atlantic City via B and C BLR July 23 1892

Excursion from Pittsburg via Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia to Atlantic City on Thursday July 23 1892. Round trip fare ten dollars with 13 days validity from sail date and optional Washington City stop on return. Trains with Pullman parlor and sleeping cars depart B and C depot Pittsburg at 8 4 A M and 9 20 A M. Da Wrrr’s Little Early Risers. Best for bilious news sick headache malaria.

Atlantic City Washington Baltimore Philadelphia Washington City Pictsburg

New York Flour Mills Consolidate to Stabilize Prices

New York announces the organization of city flour millers including Heckers Croton Mills Jewell Milling Kings County Milling Staten Island Mills and Jones & Co with 7.5 million capital. The plan aims to curb sharp competition and confine activity to New York and nearby areas.

New York Heckers Croton Mills Jewell Milling Company Kings County Milling Company Staten Island Mills Jones & Co S Mills John Hecker East Northwestern

A Salty Bubble Bursts in Crystal Salt Mining Case

Austin Whitcomb, a Crystal Salt Mining Co stockholder, found the Kingman mine unprofitable while nearby salters operated profitably. He returned, surrendered his paid stock notes, but agent A E Smith refused the notes and sued to recover. The Boston area had secured control of the company for 150000, with promises of large dividends that never materialized.

Kansas Beverly Mass Boston Lynn Salem Crystal Salt Mining Company Kingman A. E. Smith Northwest Austin Whitcomb Whitcomb Smith Bes

Anti Whisky Trust Quotation Battle in St Louis

Agent Bevis of the Whisky Trust pressed Secretary George H. Morgan to erase the $110 per gallon anti trust quotation for high wines and replace it with the trust price of $115. Morgan and the Quotation Committee refused, deeming the anti trust quotation regular. Bevis protested to T Carroll Taylor, who stood by the current quotation, signaling the start of a trust war against the Central Distillery.

Anti-Whisky Trust St. Loum Bevis The Whisky Trust George H. Morgan Merchants’ Exchange Morgan T. Carroll Taylor Taylor Trust

Investigating the Coal Combine in Reading Railroad Case

Four members of the State Senate committee probing the Reading Railroad coal deal heard E. P. Holden of the Delaware and Lackawanna testify. He said domestic coal prices rose 50 to 60 cents per ton since January 1 while his company produced a portion of anthracite and the major lines Philadelphia and Reading, Jersey Central and Lehigh Valley controlled about 70 percent of output. The combine aims to prevent overproduction.

New York State Senate Reading Railroad E. P. Holden Delaware and Lackawanna Philadelhia and Reading Jersey Central Leigh Valley

Brick Company owners vow to resist union dictation

At a meeting in New York on July 21 the Associated Brick Company and brick barge owners adopted resolutions to employ only workers who unload and deliver brick to the required locations, rejecting diktats from the Brick Handlers Union or any other union.

New York Associated Brick Company

Edwards tin plate plant opens in Plymouth township

The Edwards tin plate plant in Plymouth township began operations yesterday afternoon. Initially one set of baths produces roofing sheet bores weekly, with more baths soon to raise capacity to about 3,000 boxes per week.

Nornwrows Edwards Tinplate Plymouth Township

Business Briefs From a Chicago Paper

A Chicago paper notes no firm among twenty on the Board of Trade pays expenses. The expected export authorization for rye and bran by the Russian Government is mentioned. The Elmira locksmiths adjourn to Marion for next year. The Metropolitan Gas Company sale at Elizabeth New Jersey to satisfy creditors set for August 24. Carpenters at Carnegie mills refuse to lay spike sidewalks, spikes of a different brand used instead. A receiver is appointed for George H. Schustry Company furniture makers in New York with liabilities 180000 and assets 85000. Lackawanna Iron and Steel mills at Wilkes-Barre, idle six months, to resume operations today employing 500 men. Vincennes Nations Bank worthless assets total about 190000 with officers and stockholders to raise 60000 to pay liabilities. John Wesson schedules show liabilities of

Board of Trade Elmira N.Y Marion Ind Tre Metropolitan Gas Elizabeth N. J Berlif Gnaxp Karis Carpenters Carnegie Mills George H. Schustry Company, Limited Furniture Manufacturers of New York Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company Wilkesbarre Tas Vincennes Nations Bank John Wesson New York Traweler and Allveremith

Railway interests roil courts and rail lines across the nation

The Texas State Commission battles rail interests in Dallas court a prolonged dispute over agreements and withdrawals. The Western Traffic Association refuses to out the agreement prompting Ohio Barlington and Quincy to consider withdrawal in October. Knights TemplarTriennial Conclave in Chicago prompts a $12 Chicago to Denver rate. Great Northern strikes at Red Lake Falls seeking raises from 175 to 200 for men and 70 to 90 for teams. International and Great Northern reorganization involves 17 million dollars debt, 3 million in bonds, and 1 million cash to stockholders. Texas Pacific engineers inspect the Denison Bonham line with plans to operate the road.

Texas State Commission United States Dallas Tex Western Traffic Association Ohio Bar- Itngton Quincy Tae Atchison Chicago Denver Knights Templar Mason Warman Texas Pacific MecWillis Denison Bonham and New Orleans Bonham

Fire Losses Sweep Multiple Towns Across Regions

A string of fires causes extensive damage from Akron to Moosup. Akron Stoneware totals $125,000 losses with $35,000 insured. Cottonwood Lumber mill in Memphis about $100,000 loss, partial coverage. North Conway bridge site burns. Zanesville lumber yard fumes, $20,000 loss insured. Freehold stables kill 36 horses, Day residence flooded. Rio Vista town business district destroyed for about $150,000 with $20,000 insurance. Moosup main business area and railroad facilities heavily damaged, numerous buildings ruined.

Akron Akron Stoneware Company Memphis Cottonwood Lumber North Conway N. H Boston and Maine Snee River Hhere Conwmsy Center Freehold N. J Samuel Forman B.C Erickson Bs Day Ad Rio Vista Cal Old Fellows' Mall Knights of Settee Stern Co

Short items from city life reflect varied incidents

Reports from the city recount Captain Frank C. Calhoun's improving condition after a stabbing by a drunken militia man, a lecture by Rev. J. A. Battastine on Scenes in Palestine, and Deputy Sheriff Johnny Dorr denying withdrawal from Sheriff race to run for Prothonotary. Missing money and tickets involve Miss Aletha Harkwan, while veterans receive a railroad map aid for the Washington reunion. A widower, about 45, was sent to the Poor Farm, and ex-constable Bex Austben sues Citizens' Traction over transfer ticket disputes seeking damages.

Frank C. Calhoun J. A. Battastine Bingham Street M. E. Church Palestine Epworth Aletha Harkwan Philadelphia Court House Grand Army Washington Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Terday Mrnquissa Elliott Merquiser

Police Arrest Witt Owzss for Robbery Suspect in Cleveland

Witt Owzss of the South Side is picked up at the Twenty-eighth ward station on a request from Cleveland alleging Robbery of hotel guests. James Townsend jailed by Magistrate Gripp for threatening Mrs Townsend who works in a hotel. Albert Marsayt contractor and Alvin Biswell plasterer Braddock were robbed on a Copeland house site. Loss estimated at a watch and a watt use note.

Witt Owzss South Side Pon & A Cleveland James Townsend Gripp

Ir ish Point Embroidered Swiss and Nam sook sale

An apparent store notice advertises discounted textiles limited by half price offers. It lists S50, T0c, 4c, ee Sc, and $160 prior prices, with urgency urging customers to visit at once. The address noted is 37 Fifth Avenue, Camrnxte & Sone.

A. G. Camrnxte & Sone Fifth Avenue

Funeral Notice for Micuant Lamigan at Millvale Home

On Thursday May 31 at 10 25 or P M a funeral service will be held at the residence Stantor avenue Millvale for Micuant Lamigan. The notice requests attendance at the ceremony following his death with details provided for relatives and friends.

Lanigan Lamigan Stantor Avenue Millvale

Radical apprenticeship rule adopted by Window Glass Workers

The sixth annual convention of the Window Glass Workers Association approved a measure barring adopted sons as apprentices unless the boy is at least 12 and has lived with the foster father for a year. The rule aims to curb abuses and ensure apprentices are sought through proper channels. The session also approved requiring boards to place rejected apprentice applications on the association minutes, and ruled liquor business membership loss for those in that trade. The convention nears final adjournment.

Labor Assembly Window Glass Workers' Association Window Glass Workers’ Association Board of Examiners Eberhardt

International labor bureau to be inaugurated in Sailors Hall

The Socialistic Labor Society will open a convention in Sailors Hall to establish an international labor correspondence bureau. It aims to track workers taking mill jobs after strikes and monitor European recruitment ads, enabling rapid shipment information and discouraging some workers from coming to the United States. Delegates from major U.S. cities and various trades unions will attend.

Socialistic Labor Society Sailors’ Hall International Labor Correspondence Bureau Milla Europe United States

Eighty Signers Welcome New Western Iron Scale

Eighty signatures, including Cherry Valley Iron Company of Leetonia Ohio, have joined the Amalgamated Association’s new western price scale. The plant, built in 1871, produces muck and merchant bar with 15,000 net tons annual capacity and employs five hundred men. Horseshoers Plan Cleveland Trip to join a National union with about four hundred colleagues.

Amalgamated Association New Western Cherry Valley Iron Company Leetonia Leetonia Iron and Coal Company

B. & B. Enlise Corduroys For Forest Skirts

Fashion favors corduroy forest skirts in regualr corduroy colors including navy. The simple skirt pairs with a silk shirt waist for morning mountain or outing suits. Little material and time needed, and the price is affordable for good English corduroys.

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