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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1892
Page
5
Witnesses described Sylvester Critchlow at the barricade with a musket near Munhall as gunfire erupted toward barges. Judge Magee ruled the case too strong for bail, distinguishing it from O Donnell’s peaceful action and keeping Critchlow jailed pending September court proceedings.
A fresh-faced man from the Pittsburgh express sought work at the mill but was swarmed by a crowd of 400 to 500 onlookers. Deputies called for dispersal, then Captain Meitz ordered Company F to advance with bayonets, scattering the crowd. The man declined to identify himself as guards escorted him toward the works. Meanwhile Lieutenant Colonel Mechling ordered trains searched for suspicious characters. Hugh O'Donnell’s whereabouts sparked debate as the Advisory Board retained him as chairman, while Chauncey Depew was said to have no authority from Amalgamated men to meet Carnegie. Johnstown reports show solidarity with Homestead strikers.
Burgess McLockle and five other Homestead workers were arrested and charged with aggravated rioting after warrants issued by Alderman McMasters. Bail set at 2000 each. they waived hearings and were brought to Pittsburg before returning to Homestead. Additional wanted men remained at large as of yesterday.
Two men appeared on Twelfth Street Southside seeking idle workers for a railroad project. A rumor they invited labor to go to prison sparked a mob frenzy. Citizens later voted to send $50 from the Knights of Labor Assembly No 2196 treasury to the locked out workers.
The Executive Board of the Salesmen's Assembly No. 4907, meeting concurrently, passed a resolution setting aside $100 for the same relief purpose.
Joseph Manning of Cincinnati recounts a Baltimore and Ohio journey with 54 men recruited for Pittsburg work. A revolt at Whitehall led to guards using force, windows broken, and only 21 men arriving in Pittsburgh. Officials dispute the account, stating all 21 men reached their destination without incident.
Elmer E Bail, among those nabbed for aggravated riot at Homestead, threatens legal action against Superintendent Potter claiming conspiracy. He cites past labor union activity and alleged blacklisting by Potter, asserts persecution led to his arrest, and recalls hiring difficulties across steel firms before returning to Homestead.
Three women arrived in Homestead with drummer cases posing as book agents. They visited homes and talked with women and children, steering conversations toward riots and the husbands' roles. Some residents suspect they were female detectives from the firm gathering evidence, while others warned of rough responses if questioned.
Families of striking laborers living in company houses on Shanty Hill Home stead moved out last night as the eviction deadline expired. The procession marched through town to quarters provided by the Amalgamated Association, with wives and children on sidewalks and vans carrying a household goods caravan. A mounted patrol sought to intercept supposed 75 non union men encamped near town but found no encampment after a wide search.
The Rev. Mrs. Amanda Deyo of Scranton Pennsylvania and Rev. J. L. Andrews of Allegheny visited the Amalgamated Association headquarters to urge settlement between Carnegie interests and locked-out workers. Neither side would accept the union's offered mediation.
Strange reports of armed groups near Camp Sam Black unsettled the Homestead encampment as 1,250 soldiers remained on duty. General Wiley warned of swift punishment for violence while ordering a remaining Tenth Battalion and Colonel Hawkins to hold and move with caution amid fears of a hostile takeover of the Fourteenth position.
Three non union men from Philadelphia Del mar and New York recounted their stay at the Homestead Works. Hugh Sweeney led an escape aided by a pass from a Carnegie official. He described crowded activity scarce work and many Hungarian workers while noting a growing urge to flee the plant viewed as a cage.
UGUS & ACKE offer a summer sale on dress goods with 50 pieces Vigoureux suitings diagonals stripes and mixtures at 25 cents a yard. 44 inch English suiting effects now 35 cents. Navy storm serges 50 inches wide priced at 1 to 1.25 dollars a yard. Creton patterns reduced from 25 30 to 12.50 each. Flannels for boating and outdoor wear offered at low prices.
The 18th Regiment arrived at Union depot at 4 15 pm and marched through Liberty Street to the armory. Colonel Norman M. Smith expressed thanks for prompt duty and was cheered by all. Guards will protect the armory until the Homestead trouble ends.
Private David Lester faced a hearing before Alderman Bailly on Grant street near Fifth Avenue after an assault with intent to kill on Captain Frank Calhoun. Lester was held in default of $3,000 bail for the September term of the Criminal Court. Captain Calhoun is recovering. Other arrestees in the incident were discharged.
The Home stead workers Advisory Committee meets and denies claims that Hugh O'Donnell was deposed as chair and that Chauncey M. Depew used a proposition for Andrew Carnegie. The statement stresses confidence in O'Donnell and that no authority was granted to Depew for such a commission. Also notes Thomas Maloney, 38, a non union worker, injured at the Home stead mill and hospitalized.
Reports say General Manager Dillon denied cleaning the gas producers while heavy smoke issued from stacks above the Upper Union Mill. Ten furnaces fed by six plates plus mills were in use. Dillon planned to activate a second gas plant near Thirty-fourth Street to power equal furnaces. Police presence was light as workers fear an alleged blast at the Lower Union Mill amid internal investigations by the Press Committee.
Friday bargain sales usher in today and tomorrow with extensive lines of special prices. The week has been lively and a record month, with bargains designed to sustain interest to the final hour.
A promotional list offering children's black cotton stockings at 15c and 20c per pair, ladies fast black stockings at 25c and 35c for four pairs, and various other stock stockings including Irish Balbriggan, pure silk, and colored silk options with marked discounts from regular prices. Includes sizes and special offers on tan and red fast colors.
All our Summer Stock at low prices now. Bargains include Ladies' Lisle Thread Combination Suits in small sizes at 35c each, reduced from 1. Extra values in Ladies' Ribbed Cotton Vests bleached with low neck and no sleeves. Big bargains in Ladies' Lisle Thread Vests at 50c. Ladies' Gauze Vests among best values at 25c and 25c. Children's Ribbed Cotton Pantalettes, regular 40c, reduced to 25c per pair.
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