Fragmented Cast Praises Rosaland Drama and Scenic Opulence
Local theater review lauds Miss Burress as Calia and Miss Coghlan as Rosalind for a piquant performance with strong elocution by Mr Haworth. Critics note uneven acting in some octets but call the overall production a great success aided by clever lighting and novel scenery. audience praised costumes and fresh air setting despite weather concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Done Barress
Joseph Haworth
Jeost
Miss Coghlan
Rosalind
Lena
Miss Burress
Calia
Geworth
Sis. Haworth
Exton
Wi Teilame
Joop
William Jisworth
Ginr
Mer
James Cooper
Dorks
Fall of Pompeii exhibit to open at Necrestion Park
First exhibition of the Fall of Pompeii debuts at Necrestion Park this evening. About 500 performers, lavish stage effects, and a lake 50 feet long will fill three days of shows. Fireworks cap the festival with excursions offered via roads and special rail access for crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pompeii
Itteburg
Aliechen
Tishartaient
Talene
Allegheny
Pennsylvrania Avenue
Fo Warne Railroad
Palmio's Dress and Millinery Ideas From Leading Authorities
Palmios presents new ideas in dress and millinery from top fashion authorities as featured in The Irish The-Morrow. Also fresh notions in house decoration and ornament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmioss
Picked by the Storm Near Bridgeville
A cyclone labeled Welbestar moved near Bridgeville causing telegraph damage and debris. Reports describe trees uprooted and poultry killed as the storm passed, while local observer George P. Murray notes it behaved unlike any previously seen and feared for the city’s safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welbestar
Bridgeville
George P. Murray
Ordination of Elders Chooses Wilkinsburg Pastor
Debea A. Nornett was formally chosen as pastor of the New Wilkinsburg Church. The ordination took place at Lebr's Hall with remarks from Rev. M. Dulverson and addresses from Third Church members. The ceremony included the ordination of deacons and a note that August 14 will mark the formal ordination, with plans discussed at a special meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Debe A. Nornett
Wilkinsburg
Wilkinsberg
Lebr
MM. M. Dulverson
Fint
Seston
Pipesburg
John Ornfort
MBS
G. G. Frazier
Althon
John A. Ber Othiee
Me Tharnett
Pittsburg
Out of Business Prophet Predicts Economic Woes
Pred H Bhengedys of the Pittsburg and Take Pike Mailway Company declares a local oracle and chart of misfortune. The rambling forecast mentions June, Seeney, and widespread damage, with claims of plummeting values and a loss of faith in the prophet's prophecies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pred
H. Bhengedys
Pittsburg
Pike Mailway Company
Chartiers Valley
Seeney
Wes Ae
Bess
Car Pursuit on Carson Street Ends With Minor Injuries
A car driven by Hall struck an electric car on Carson street near Filth and ounaway at 10 last night. Police attempted to stop the vehicle, and Officer Martin collided with a door while pursuing the driver and a young woman who rode with Hall escaped unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Carson Street
Sratergih Street
Martin
Going to Niagara on annual Pythias excursion
The Kuichis of Pythias depart for Siogar Falls this evening via Lake Ec road for their yearly outing. About 500 people participate. Traveling Proenger Agent L. M. Worden will accompany them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pythias
Siogar
Lake Ec
Abia
Cies
Proenger
L. M. Worden
Man from Hagerstown Swindled by Passing Stranger
Burrell Lynch, a colored worker from Richmond, travels from Hagerstown to Baltimore with $230. A stranger convinces him to loan the money to a supposed Mansfield merchant for a freight bill. Lynch is left short and the two men vanish, prompting Lynch to report to Central Station as police hunt for the duo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burrell Lynch
Hagerstown
Baltimore and Ohio Depot
Central Station
Bd Coulson
Sol Coulson
Lynch
Richmond
James McGuwin
Maryland
Baltimore and Ohio
McDonald
W. PF. Kend
Mansfield
Lynch Wes
Mr Williams
Mr. Williams
Williams
Coulson
Marne
Mr. Coulson
Troubles for a Young Mud Slinger
P Paff a boy living at 54 Marion street was arrested by Constable Sherry of Alderman Richards office on a warrant for malicious mischief. Elliott says the boy broke windows and mudded the front of his house. He is held on 300 dollars bail for a hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Paff
Marion Street
Sherry
Pittsburger Anthony Kelly Heads to St Louis Glass Plant
Anthony Kelly, an old Pittsburger, traveled through the city yesterday en route from Baltimore to St Louis where he will supervise the erection of a new glass plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony Kelly
Baltimore
St. Louis
Mr. Kelly
Summer Home in Common for Families in Mountains
A group of Pittsburgh area heads of families plan a novel summer scheme leasing five acres for 20 years to build four cottages for children and a parents house. Facilities include shared kitchen dining and billiards, a central veranda adaptable as tenpin alley, garden and one cow, with emergency access to physician telegraph and post office. Expected occupancy by June 1, 1899.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Depot
Pittsburg
Daugters and Sons
New Allegheny Police Badge Adopted
Chief Murphy of the Department of Public Safety in Allegheny announces a new badge design. It will be silver with a belt and buckle edge, feature a facsimile of the city seal log cabin, and display the officer's number in large letters. It promises to be an improvement over the current badge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murphy
Department of Public Safety of
Allegheny
James Carr Fined for Disorderly Conduct at Bellefield Riding Stables
James Carr was arrested Thursday night at the Bellefield Riding School stables where he boards and keeps boarders. Magistrate Hyndman fined Carr 25 dollars and costs after a hearing that changed the charge from keeping a dis orderly house to disorderly conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Carr
Hyndman
Bellefield
Carr
Theodore Trittler Arrested After Bail Posted in Ward Twenty-Six Case
Theodore Trittler of the Twenty-sixth ward faced a serious charge before Alderman Hartmar after Mary Dunner testified he claimed to be single and earning 18 a week while falsely claiming ties to several building and loan associations, including a secretary role. He is married with several children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Trittler
Hartmar
Mary Dunner
Trittler
Grand Lodge Odd Fellows Hold Meeting
State Grand Lodge officers met yesterday at the Seventh Avenue Hotel and transacted business of importance for the order. Since their visit they have installed several new officers around the city. Attendees included W. E. Marsh Corry James B Nicholson R A Graham and F W Van Aredalen of Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Lodge
State Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows
Seventh Avenue Hotel
W. E. Marsh, Corry
James B. Nicholson
R. A. Graham
F. W. van Aredalen
Philadelphia
Two Boys Injure Forehead With Air Gun Accident
Charles Hager and John Burger, both 10, were playing with an air gun in Burger's Cigar Store on Butler near Thirty-sixth street last evening. A misfire struck John Burger in the forehead, causing a slight flesh wound. it was dressed and he resumed playing with friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Hager
John Burger
Burger
Butler
Thirty-sixth Street
Electric cars to reach Wilkinsburg within three weeks
Wilkinsburg expects electric cars to run into town within three weeks. The Duquesne Traction Company street right of way dispute in the East End has been settled, ending delays to the Wilkinsburg branch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkinsburgere
Duquesne Traction Company
Wilkinsburg
Fire Alarm at Clinton Furnace Causes Overflow Spill
An alarm from box 123 at 10 45 p m reported a flood of molten clay from the Clinton furnace flooding Carson street. Fire crews did not respond as the department did not go into service and nearby buildings faced a risk of fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Box 123
Clinton Furnace
Carson Street
Balloon Ascension at Highland Park Promises High Fly
This afternoon a free balloon ascent will take place at Highland Park. Mile Decca will ascend to 5,000 feet then descend by parachute. The stunt is described as one of the most daring ever attempted, with most parachute leaps typically at 1,000 feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highland Park
Decca
Coroner Reports Quiet First Day in Office Five Years In
Coroner McDowell noted yesterday marked the first day in five years without a call for his services. He reported handling 79 cases this month, reflecting ongoing workload.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDowell
Obscure Pittsburgh Notices Chronicle Multiple Events
Karte Streen a one year old girl on Fourteenth near Etna died at morning from spotted fever after 13 weeks of illness. Pittsburg and Western Railroad dump at Allegheny avenue burning for two days as workers fight the blaze. William Sra aged 45 died at the City Poor Farm after being there since June 25. William Beck with a bad leg fracture arrived at Mercy Hospital from Eliza Furnace after falling from a scaffold. Witlim Warsos, 17, knocked down by a horse on Forty third street with minor injuries. County Stremmstenpent Hamilton announces annual County Institute for teachers and directors at Carneie Hall starting Monday. J L Stewart to attend. Pfrer Lirimicio Italian laborer had right leg broken by falling fagstone while unloading at Panhandle freight. Moved to 61 Washington streets. Dr B M Hanna eye ear nose and throat specialist at 720 Penn Street Pittsburgh Pa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karte Streen
Fourteenth Street
Etna Street
Eoclock Tee
Pittsburg and Western Railroad
Allegheny Avenue
William Sra
William Beck
Mercy Hospital
Eliza Furnace
Beck
Frankstown
Witlim Warsos
George Zinsser
Stremmstenpent
Hamilton
Carneie Hall
Allegheny
Peguscel
J. L. Stewart
Booth & Flinn
Panhandle
Washington Strees
Big Demand for Fight Hour Marble Cutters in New York
President Weihe met with John P. Sheehan at Amalgamated headquarters to review Moorhead Bros. & Co. troubles and prepare for possible non union operation at Sharpsburg. Duquesne dispute deemed over with guard presence and recalls, while Steelton loom awaits as clashes between Amalgamated and the steel firms deepen amid worker organization rumors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Weihe
Amalgamated
John P. Sheehan
Moorhead Bros. & Co
Sharpsburg
Moorhead
Reduction in Wages Sparks Price War Among U S Axle Makers
United States axle manufacturers attempted a price control organization, which collapsed after a Pittsburgh firm refused to join. Since then firms have slashed prices, jeopardizing profits. A 10 percent wage cut has been made in Wheeling, with local plants not yet asking workers to accept reductions. Manufacturers foresee a rapid reorganization of the industry to cope with the cuts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Pitteburg
Wheeling
Firm to Pay Deputies Wages After Duquesne Mill Turmoil
Settlement ends dispute over deputy wages with Sheriff Mac Cleary and company official confirming payment as standard in such cases. Amalgamated Association vice president Carney objects to deputies used to persuade strikers, arguing it interferes with union business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duquesne
MacCleary
Carney
Amalgamated Association
New Style of Cars Affects Pittsburg Street Railways
C I Pullman, head of the Pullman Company street railway department, predicts a new car design to replace the horse car era. He outlines a two‑section roofed car with central gripman, moved laterally space efficient, faster exits, and canvas canopy. He cites rising costs of old systems and expects electricity to dominate transport amid convention talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. I. Pullman
Pullman Company
Pittsburg
Pullman
Holmes
Citizens
George Rice
Duquesne
Marble Cutters Sought for Eight Hour NYC Demand
Arthur B. Smyth national president of the Marble Cutters Association reports a telegram asking for skilled cutters to New York City. The trade already works eight hours there with higher pay, while Pittsburgh lacks enough men. The federation, formed a year ago, plans its second convention in Chicago in October and aims for eight hour work nationwide next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur B. Smyth
Allegheny
Marble Cutters’ Association
New York City
New York
Pittsburg
National Association
Chicago
St. Louis
Large Orders Boost Totten and Hogg Iron Works Output
The Totten and Hogg Iron and Steel Foundry Co report heavy summer business with eight roll housings and two pinion housings ordered by William Clark's Son & Co. They just shipped an 18 inch muck train and a large squeezer to Harris Bros. of Minneapolis and are loading two cars of steel roughing and chill rolls for the Pacific Iron and Nail Co. of San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Totten & Hogg Iron and Steel Foundry Company
William Clark's Son & Co
Harris Bros
Minneapolis
Minn
Pacific Iron and Nail Company
San Francisco
Cal
Elected New Officers at the Duquesne Tube Works
The Duquesne Tube Works Company has elected President W. A. Dunshee Esq Secretary H. H. Davis Treasurer and General Manager W. L. Hurd They raised capital from £100000 to $150000 and report extensive improvements at the works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duquesne Tube Works Company
W. A. Dunshee, Esq
H. H. Davis
W. L. Hurd
Baltimore and Ohio to build new station at West Newton
The Baltimore and Ohio road plans a fine passenger and freight station at West Newton. John Beck, acting Secretary Treasuer of Mantel and State Polishers, returns from the East noting quiet labor conditions. Lake Erie freight depots will close at noon. only live stock remaining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore and Ohio
West Newton
John Beck
Mantel and
Lake Erie
More Time to Eat for Birmingham Trac tion Workers
A Birmingham traction committee approved a meal schedule increasing breaks by eight minutes. Workers previously had about ten minutes for meals, leaving little time to eat. The change aims to ease grievances and resolve tensions, with expectations of peaceful settlements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham Traction
Bricklayers from Pittsburg Reach Wheeling for Work Famine Fears
It is said there are 125 bricklayers in Wheeling from Pittsburg and that work in the building line has been pushed so rapidly as to cause a famine in brick. SUPERSTITION Wakeman tells of more odd beliefs still prevalent in Scotland in the Dispatch tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steel Company
Burgess Heacvy
Wethe
D.B. Oliver
Carnegies
Oliver
West
St. Louis
Neidringhaus
Millvale Iron Works
Wheeling
Pittsburg
Wakeman
Scotland
J. W. Miles
D. D
J.T. Satchel
W. F. Oldham
C. V. Wilson
Charles Edward Locke
Worker injured by hot iron bin at Brown's mill
Albert Smith suffered severe foot injuries at Brown's mill last night when a red hot iron bin pierced his footwear. He was transported by wagon to the Homeopathic Hospital for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Smith
Rolls
Brown's Mill
Trapped by the Law and Local Court Actions
A stream of city cases reports multiple arrests and hearings. J Hawnex released on 4000 bail after sal e. Ronext Witsos charged with cruelty to children before Mayor Wyman. discharged. Several others face aldermen hearings for assault and battery, non maintenance, and disorderly conduct. warrants out for six Homestead residents on similar charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Hawnex
Sal
Ronext Witsos
Fremont Street
Wyman
Groner Horrixa
Richard Rossler
Alderman McGarey
James Rocaw
Aaeault
Elizabeth Rogan
Squire
James Love
Coultersville
Jamos Franz
Ida James
Succop
James
Kate Mantis
South Twentieth Street
William Martin
Martin
Peter McIntree
McCarry
McIntyre
James Parker
Costa
McKenna
Rachel Golden
Jolly Hancox
John McMunnigle
Homestead
Alderman Gripp
Conference with traffic men about shipper concerns
In the city yesterday a conference was held with several local traffic men on matters which they claimed were of no importance to shippers.
Werlich Praises Pittsburgh Armor Plate Makers as a Science
Lieutenant Werlich lauds Pittsburgh firms Singer Nimicka Carnegie Phipps Co for armor plate production, saying steel centers have reduced the process to a science. He notes the government will not be hindered by labor crises and urges restoring the American navy’s former standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Werlich
Pectine Steel
Pittsburg
Singer, Nimicka Co
Carnegie, Phipps & Co
Carnegie, Phipps & Co., and the Areae Ee Orn
Boycott Keeps Chicago and Alton Line Profitable
The Chicago and Alton line remains financially strong amid ongoing boycott pressure. Passenger agents expect the boycott to fail as officials claim most roads oppose the boycott, with only Michigan Central and Big Four remaining named as dissenters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago and Alton
Alton
Rooms for rent in Diamond Street building offer
Light manufacturing workers urged to lease rooms at 79 Diamond Street with power electric light steam heat and janitor service. Sizes include 100 by 60 and 60 by 30 feet with prices from 3600 to 2500. Apply to John T. Shields at Diamond and Smithfield between 11 and 4. Special excursion to Atlantic City leaves Pittsburgh July 30 for 10 dollars round trip. Destruction of Pompeii at Recreation Park Allegheny tonight. B&O offers Ohio Pyle trips weekly at 2.50 round trip. 8 button Mousquetaire glove sale and various goods at local stores tonight. Angostura bitters added to water suggestions. Table Belle flour advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buich
Diamond Street
John T. Shields
Corner Diamond
Smithfield
Atlantic City
Pittsburg
Washington, D. C
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Washington City
National Capital
Republicans Target Kentucky Governor Vote
Covington man Dan Hemingway called The Mayor of Kentucky says Republicans hope to win the Kentucky governorship this fall but doubt the outcome. He cites the new Constitution, party moves, and shifting demographics as factors while noting Democratic strength remains high.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Hemingway
Covington
Monongahela House
Kentucky
Farmers’ Alliance
Carlisle
Cleveland
A Question of Cars Shortage in Pittsburg
General Freight Agent C. Wright of the B&O says shortages exist on the Chicago end and in the Southwest while the Lake Erie office reports no recent car complaints. The Lake Shore line ordered 1,000 cars and the Lake Erie 500. 350 and 700 have been delivered respectively as fast as built.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. 5. Wright
Pittsburg
Chicago
Lake Erie
Lake Shore
Freight Agents Named in Cleveland, Ohio Rail Matter
General Freight Agent Sam P. Shane of the Erie Division, Freight Agent C. W. Clarke at Gallon, and H. B. Dunham of Columbus, general freight agent of the Cleveland Bina and Oslamies road, were identified in the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam P. Shane
Erie
C. W. Clarke
Gallon
H. B. Dunham
Columbus
Cleveland, Bina and Oslamies Road
Unusual Range of Men’s Summer Shirts and Hosiery
These qualities have regularly sold at gec and sec. Finer grades Balbriggan regular fast black superior to all others and fancy 34-Hose Gauze the best ever sold for the money 25¢ a garment. Balbriggan 50c 75c $1 $1.25 and $1 so a garment all sizes. Shirts 34 to 50 drawers 28 to so. You find the UNUSUAL sizes here overly short or overly long overly thick or overly thin men find their fit here. Popular Madras and Cheviot Shirts with laundried collars and cuffs Negligee Shirts also Silk and Wool Silk and Cotton Pure Silk and Flannel All at summer prices. All of our
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madras
Bargain Clothing and Travel Goods Display
The shop offers discounts on Pique and Fancy and White fabrics with price cuts from 350 to 150, and pajamas in Madras Cheviot Flannel and Silk for travel. They advertise men and boys bathing suits, Neptune Life-Saving models, umbrellas, toilet sets, traveling bags, shawl straps, and country hammocks at low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madras
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Everthing Keely
Niagara
Pittsburg Press Club
Committee On By Laws
B. M. Hanna
Pean Street
Blotzer
Breen
Darmin
Steelton
Owe
Birmingham
Rolla
Alton Road
Recreation Park
Ohio Pyle
Jonal
Jos, Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
Gingham House
Cheviot
Janes H. Armen & Co
Fifth Avenue
Children’s Blazers
Jos. Horse, &Co
Biber & Easton
Our Wash Goods Department
Market ST
Pittsburg, Pa
JOS. Horne & CO
Penn Avenue Storer
Gec
Sec
China
Mattings
Edward
Groetzinger
JC. Bartlett
Woodst
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