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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1891
Page
2
The Valley Camp grounds in the Allegheny area thrive amid rain and sun as three preachers deliver sermons. Local cottagers and residents anticipate the Second Brigade encampment with a growing athletic scene, new cottages, and plans for a new auditorium while the grounds remain free of admission fees.
A tall defector from St Francia hospital returns home on a Sunday spree. He coerces his wife with a threatening brush, hides a boy in his cell to escape, then wanders the streets on a horse before being taken to Central station. He jokes about the escape and says he would return to the hospital.
In the Thirty-sixth ward station a two year old blind shepherd dog was found wandering and interfering with street obstacles. Officers Wilkes and Gillespie took it to the station where it will be cared for. The dog’s owner reportedly abandoned it after a city license for dogs became law to dodge the fee.
Joseph Carroll of Brownsville Avenue sought Inspector McKelvey's legal guidance over his claim that his 15 year old niece was spirited away. Carroll alleges the girl was lured to the home of his stepmother Mrs Patrick Carroll and that she will not be returned. Inspector McKelvey advised consulting an attorney.
A fragment notes Harcourt Place in Gambier as a school for young women emphasizing earnest study. The brief mentions the Harcourt Seminary setting and aims of the institution.
Philip Probst 16 suffered severe leg injuries at a Saturday accident while working at Keystone Bridge Works. He was caught by machinery, both legs crushed, and was removed to St. Francis Hospital for treatment.
A group of boys on Miltenberger street recovered a football under a lumber pile at Martin's lumber yard and found $1275 in coins hidden beneath. Police believe an elderly resident on Ano street, described as slightly demented, hid the money.
Sons of Temperance held a rally at 25 Federal Street Allegheny to discuss the Good Time Coming a pledge toward liquor abolition. Next Sunday the discussion turns to Where Does Hades Come In. The meeting in Morehead Hall was led by Charles Tussey with M Theister and J A Colbert set to speak again next Sunday.
Mrs Theresa Brown of 304 London Street Twenty first ward had her pocket picked at Highland Park Saturday night. Her pocketbook carried £20 and a promissory note for $43.70. Detective Gumbert will try to identify the thief.
John Gleason and John Leahey were savagely beaten by a drunken crowd near Craft avenue and Forbes street after a dispute over police informant claims. Both men were knocked unconscious and kicked, then left prostrate until a patrol wagon arrived. Police investigated, warrants issued for several assailants, and both men were revived at the Fourteenth ward station.
A physician dismissed newspapers tales of animals living in human stomachs. He cited gastric juice dissolving living matter, recounted experiments with a dog and a rabbit ear, and questioned biblical and natural claims about Jonah and the whale and a whale swallowing a person.
Detectives Steele and Bell raided John Meade at 15 Saw Mill alley and Peter Schell at 24 Juniata street in Allegheny. Meade, Herman Henshne, and Peter Rutich were taken to Central station after a struggle. A prior raid six weeks earlier led to a 30 day sentence for an elderly defendant who then sued for false arrest.
Police responded to 68 Magnolia Street Saturday night after cries of help. Mrs. Charles Janauscheck was found battered and near death. husband Janauscheck was arrested and jailed on charges of aggravated assault and battery awaiting his wife's injuries healing. The couple had quarreled earlier in the evening. she remained unable to rise the following day.
Salt Lake City resident J A Humricker visits St Charles and argues that four years of anti polygamy legislation have driven Mormon influence from Salt Lake City while Gentiles gain control. He claims the lake remains extremely salty with a 400 mile by 4 mile area and density so high that four gallons yield one gallon of salt. He notes one cannot sink past the chest and describes obtaining crystalized salt by dipping and condensing water on adherent crystals.
George E Hofman, 55, a bachelor and longtime Eberhardt Ober brewery employee for 42 years, was buried yesterday at Weithershausen cemetery on Troy Hill by Post 128 G A R. He served in the Fourteenth Pennsylvania Cavalry during the rebellion and belonged to Post 128 Knights of Honor and Red Men, with representatives from those bodies attending.
General Secretary P J McGuire of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters issues a formal statement defending the Pittsburg carpenters strike and detailing financial aid totaling 13000, the strike’s lack of official sanction, and internal disagreements within the District Council and with the Builders Exchange.
Bernard Farrell of 37 Washington street says Charles Lindsay threatened to shoot him on his doorstep last night. Farrell intervened, Lindsay allegedly struck him, and Officer Diebold arrested Lindsay for disorderly conduct after a confrontation near Knoxville incline. Lindsay claims he is from Washington county and disputes Farrell’s account.
An Interior department official hinted a valuable site facing Garrison alley and Penn avenue may be sold within 40 days. Captain Chalmers said Col Morgan relayed the information from the Interior department, though the sale likely won’t occur before spring and would be advertised and auctioned if acted on.
Pittsburg and Allegheny idle weekend policing filled Central Station with nearly 50 offenders. Magistrate Gripp sentenced many for drunkenness and minor offenses, with several remanded for gambling house violations. Across wards Hyndman and Succop handled dozens more cases, including assaults and drunkenness, while Allegheny mayoral court processed 27 defendants including a broken arm dispute and disorderly conduct on a streetcar.
Fred Lawrence, veteran newspaper man and Barnum & Bailey advance man, praises Kentucky on a Sabbath. He notes Kentuckians’ courtesy and pride in whisky, describing a Lexington saloon ritual where bottles are passed around between Colonels before service. He observes locals drink whisky neat, by the bottle, without water.
Messengers at the East End postoffice now use bicycles for special stamp letter deliveries. Postmaster McKean cites an average 25 minute delivery, while the riders claim seven minutes with the wheel. He praises the effort but notes street cars would limit box placements despite plans to extend this system.
Chief Murphy of the Department of Public Safety in Allegheny plans a future fireworks display for the Fourth of July. He believes a citizen fund of 1000 to 2000 dollars could fund a creditable show atop Seminary Hill, though only a dream now.
A complaint to Policeman Young in the Southside alleges an insane man tried to throw 10 year old Willie Trobock from the Monongahela Connecting Railroad Company bridge into the Menongshels river. Officers could not locate the assailant.
A one year old son of Michael Slater of 2006 Carson street was riding a horse yesterday evening when the horse feared an electric car and threw him into the street. He sustained a severe shake up and several bad bruises.
A horse from the Twenty-Seventh ward dairy ran away yesterday on Carson Street. While turning at Twenty Sixth Street the horse fell breaking the shafts and spilling several gallons of milk.
Isaac Moody, shot in Allegheny, remains at Allegheny General Hospital and is not expected to live. Moody’s deposition exonerates Whitehead, who described removing cartridges from a revolver after finding the drunken watchman Dempster with the weapon. The incident occurred near Sandusky Street with Moody confirming the accidental nature of the shooting. Moody's condition worsened overnight with morphine used to ease pain.
William Glenn, a possibly demented man, was picked up by Officers Riege and Cochran on Carson Street around midnight Saturday. He cannot identify himself clearly, claiming the name Glenn and residence Duquesne Heights. A satchel of clothes and a letter addressed to Glenn at 10 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, were found with him. He is held at the Twenty-Eighth Ward police station while police investigate.
Miss Jennie Hartman age 16 was knocked down by a horse driven carriage at Seneca street near Pittsburg Traction car No 30. She was struck on the breast and arm and taken home at 623 Fifth avenue. Her injuries were described as serious.
Light manufacturing rooms advertised for rent at 75 77 and 79 Diamond Street with power electric light elevator and janitor service included. Units listed include a 100 by 60 foot lighted space, a 60 by 30 space, and 25 by 18 spaces with central heat and steam, with rents around 1000 and 400 dollars respectively. Apply to John T Shields Dispatch Building corner Diamond and Smithfield between 11 and 4 FP. MM.
The excursion departs Pittsburg via the B and O Railroad on Thursday July 30 with stops in Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia. Round trip fare is 10 pounds valid ten days and allows a stop in Washington DC to visit the National Capital.
Laces embroideries and white goods promoted as bargains with display items advertised as fad and “special sale today, come and see.” Jos Homer Co and Jos Horse Co. Penn Avenue Stores listed as the sellers.
Mary Miller from Allegheny declares her husband abused her and she would kill him if she could be sure of no more than 12 years in prison. She told officers she and Charles Heim had been together after a night out and was taken toward Claremont for health reasons. Her companion faced ten days in jail, and she will be retired from society until Halloween.
An old hunter describes methods to preserve game by freezing with ammonia and storing meat months before consumption. He notes southern hunted venison, mutton, and beef may be tendered by aging, while warning meat must not be tainted and fresh meat is inherently tough.
Local ad highlights a week long sale offering a large assortment of 60 choice striped and checked fabric styles. Regularly priced at 60c per yard, now marked down to 30c per yard.
New goods open this week feature top pieces in choice colors and styles. Former prices 30c a yard drop to 18c. A second lot offers the season s newest styles and colorings at 46c and 50c, reduced from regular prices.
A display of dress goods featuring Cheviot and Camel’s Hair effects in stripes checks and mixtures. Medium and dark colorings offered for early fall wear with emphasis on value and quality.
Prices for the remaining assortments are listed for immediate purchase. Customers are urged to inspect items and confirm quantities before ordering.
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