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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1890
Page
12
Harold Brown, New York electrician who helped procure the Westinghouse machine for Kemmler’s execution, says the alternating current is painless and deadly. He describes experiments, cites a Chicago accident, and claims electricity kills before pain can register, defending its use despite criticism.
Ex-Congressman Bram Brumm of Schuylkill county visited Pittsburg with his wife after delivering an oration at Johnstown on Decoration Day. He failed to find a dining room open for supper and quipped about the hotel dining hour. Brumm, a Greenback Republican, criticized the Farmers Alliance plan for currency tied to grain value, calling it class legislation. He warned the district may be hopelessly Democratic.
Benner architect and G Bush chief mechanical engineer for the Pullman Palace Car Company registered at the Anderson yesterday. They returned to Chicago last evening after a Pittsburg visit to a local electric firm. They previously tried gas for car axles and plan to repeat experiments. If axles can be made, a large gas plant may be built to supply other uses.
U S Congressman Oscar L. Jackson of New Castle registered at the Monongahela House yesterday. He received the endorsement of his county for Congress and aims to secure the nomination amid rivals from other counties in the district.
De. B. M. Haxxa operates a practice for ear nose and throat diseases at 780 Peon Street in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Appointment and service details are not provided in the text.
Chief Bigelow orders Forbes Street entrance graded and paved at Schenley Park with a 10 foot city strip donated by John Steel. Driveway work to finish in two weeks and surrounding land expected to yield high front foot prices. Several park improvements planned including bridges and rustic seats. Independence Day picnics likely. permits granted to groups with restriction on dancing and beer sales.
Detective Fitzgerald received a letter from S Moorhead of Derry station near the Pennsylvania Railroad asking him to pursue a case for a reward. Moorhead had dealt £5 with the Royal Glove Manufacturing Company in Cincinnati for an agent outfit worth nothing and seeks action against the firm with fees paid by the defendants. Fitzgerald declined due to his own work commitments.
A delusional colored woman about 30, wandering between Whitehall and Curry station, lay on tracks delaying trains for two days. A freight train halted in time. her dress rear torn but she was unharmed. She refused questions, saying she had not eaten for two days after sharing lunch.
Police were alerted to two 14 year old escapees from Morganza Reform School Howard Harvey of Etnaborough with blue eyes and a long face and Emanuel Canuti of Fifth Avenue and Washington Street with a missing upper front tooth. Both wore blue jeans and shirts with straw hats. Canuti had escaped previously and was recaptured. The Reform School offers a $10 reward for each arrest and return.
William Dickson charged Joseph Harper with assault after a quarrel at Jones Avenue sidewalk repair in the Twelfth ward. Dickson shows minor injuries and a hearing is set for Tuesday evening.
Yesterday an altercation broke out on Twenty Fifth Street as several Poles fought. Officer Miller intervened. two suspects fled while one fighter attacked him. The officer restrained the aggressor, who was later lodged at the Twelfth Ward station. the arrestee identified himself as J. Wasto.
Local items note Rev Henry A White of Washington and Lee University will preach today at Second Presbyterian Church Allegheny. Also on the docket are library committee reports and monthly notices from Parks and Police, plus turns of public safety with a crossing gate recommendation after a fatality at Wilkinsburg station. The post office opens around the clock starting tomorrow and mail windows change hours including an earlier stamp window.
Lizzie Miller 23 of 2414 Carson street died at Southside Hospital at 2 30 am after taking Paris green in a suicide bid spurred by gossip and a broken romance with August, a boarder. She lingered in agony from 7 45 pm to her death, leaving letters to her mother and brother and a mooring of public curiosity at Semmelrock's.
At No 141 Jackson street Allegheny Mrs H M Nurse tried to take her life using paris green after an argument with her husband H M Nurse an installment agent. He claimed a Beaver Falls romance spurred the jealousy and a physician’s urging worsened tensions. A boy found her writhing in agony and an ambulance was summoned to Allegheny General Hospital.
Stayton Wyman candidates met with Commissioner John D. Shafer in his office for an extended discussion. Shafer guided the talk smoothing objections from Bennett and Ferguson as Brennen assisted. They planned a trip to examine data in ballot boxes and consider removing material for study tomorrow afternoon. Flyers appear set to go when authorized.
William Schrady at Oliver’s South Fifteenth Street mill is severely injured internal and his leg crushed after a mishap with rolling machinery. John Bradford of Homestead mill sustains a fracture to the right foot from a falling timber. Nine year old John Scott of Poplar alley is bit by a large dog. Don Wright falls from a raft at McFadden street and is rescued. Edward Goughen of South Sixteenth street breaks his left arm after a fall from a trestle.
Free Carnegie Hall organ recitals draw growing crowds. Yesterday's program featured Scotch Irish songs and ballads with other selections, Leonard Wales the city organist gave a strong performance and received hearty encores.
Depositors of the defunct Farmers and Mechanics Bank held a meeting at Humboldt schoolhouse Southside to demand information from assignee John H. Sorg. They plan a second gathering Tuesday evening to press for explanations about the bank's accounts.
Mrs. I N Snodgrass told The Dispatch last evening she did not elope with Mr. Harry Hill. She blamed the rumor on her separated husband and his friends. She lives at 108 Twenty fifth Street. he at 3045 Smallman Street. She questions her husband's choice of a companion and his earning capacity.
A blaze at Mayor Wyman's stable on Kitbuck street Allegheny broke out around 6 pm last evening. Firefighters prevented spread to neighboring buildings. loss estimated at $1000, likely insured. Cause undetermined.
The Western Pennsylvania Central Trades Council met last night and heard progress on the Jeannette case settlement proposal of 5000 dollars. Witnesses testified to the offer and attorney involvement while the committee prepares a final report for next meeting. The council adopted resolutions condemning miner oppression in Scott Haven and questioned Judge McKennan's ruling. The M M P U and K of L dispute remained unresolved awaiting withdrawal card details from the Musical Union. Delegates Baldwin Cunningham and Medieral were admitted as members and the council adjourned.
A Froblees Conference between Journey meno and Boss Tinners collapsed with no settlement. Both committees refused to yield positions. A timer meeting is set for 2 PM at 537 Smithfield Street to push action while bosses await a new committee.
Massy Workmen quit Irwin and other mines. Idle miners suffer heavy losses while leaders seek work elsewhere. Inquiries show no change in the stoppage with risk of indefinite duration. Remaining workers fear being labeled blacklegs and refuse to seek outside employment.
Delegates from the district met to act on the conference committee report and operators’ rejection of their scale for dead and day work. President Rae and Secretary Watchorn attended and a national conference was urged to settle the dispute. A conference is planned early next week.
Frank Hatton reports Stalwarts gaining strength and predicts Republican dominance again. Artist C.8 Reinhart arrives from Paris and will stay with Alr Mellor’s family in Edgewood. Mr and Mrs R H Gibson plan a winter trip via Denver. D R Lean travels to Seattle and San Francisco with son Ronald. Harry W Porterfield to wed Lena Benzino on the 10th. Mrs J M Gusky returns from the East with sister Jenny De Wolf. Harry Scribner and wife guests of Oil City Blizzard.
The Amalgamated Association Wage Committee continued its work yesterday with the aim of finishing the scale by tomorrow evening. The completed plan would be submitted to the convention on the morning of the seventh.
District Master Workman Evans traveled to McKeesport last night to organize a Knights of Labor assembly. He has built interest among local workers for weeks and expected a large and prosperous turnout.
Seventy five men dig at Peters' Creek station on the Pittsburg Virginia and Charleston Railroad in the Nesy Valley for the Mendelssohn Piano works. Guns/guns/guns advertising at Gallinger's on Penn Ave.
The committee plans a military exhibition to raise funds for the West Penn Hospital aiming for 15000 dollars with railroads donating all transport proceeds at one dollar from within a miles radius. Brigadier General J A Wiley and General Hastings will attend. Thomas J Stewart of the G A R Pennsylvania will receive the flag from Mrs John A Logan. The Marine National Band led by Mr Boussa will perform.
Water assessor Miller finished the 1890 water rates assessment yesterday and will hand his books to the City Treasurer tomorrow morning. The Board of Assessors’ books, due in the Treasurer by June 1, are not complete. they will be turned over Monday evening or Tuesday morning.
John Conley Martin Duffey John Lees and Mrs Mary Nolan of Butler Street Extension faced Magistrate Hyndman for keeping disorderly houses. Conley and Mrs Nolan were fined 25 dollars plus costs, Duffey and Duffey 50 dollars. all paid their fines.
The Carr Peiffer contest for the Twenty seventh ward common councilmanship was halted yesterday due to illness of Commissioner John S. Kobb Jr. All documents are with the commissioner, and progress is expected at the next meeting.
A hand illustrated pamphlet promotes daily excursions by the Union Pacific system to the Pacific Coast and western points. It lists first class Ticktta fares, six month return validity, California return via Oregon, 90 day round trips to Montana Idaho Utah and Colorado, and sales through Pittsburg and Pennsylvania offices. Contact H. E. Passavant or Thos. S. Spear at 400 Wood Street, Pittsburg.
An inventor describes the Molian Aeolian as a practical keyboard substitute that lets a performer control tempo and expression with no formal musical training. The device, praised for its broad repertoire and rich tone, is showcased by Mellor & Hoene at 77 Fifth Avenue, who also market Hardman and Krakauer pianos.
Bead shop listing notes Sarah Allis offering all colors of bead and silk items at Mall Blacks Sac and 25 inch India silks. Gyle begins Monday June 2. KeLee's Care on first floor 642 Smithfield Street. Strasse.
Pittsburg reporters join a May 31 reunion excursion along the Conemaugh region. The trip recalls the flood’s trials, with visits to old scenes and acquaintances, a catered lunch on train cars, and a vow to repeat the gathering next year. The piece notes rapid post-flood growth, transport logistics, and local business promotions.
A brief note describes producing a lighter than air foam or gas using sugar and hops in a kitchen experiment. It flags an improvised method to create buoyant air with affordable materials and simple steps.
Fast black Lisle Hosiery priced 4c to 9c and silk Hosiery in black and colors from 75c to 275. Fancy tops offered at 2h and Sic. Indies and children wear.
Visited front Muslin Night Shirts at 85. Night Shirts, with white and colored embroidery, cut very full and long, and in every respect first class as to material and workmanship. Priced at $1.
The catalog promotes our Laundried Shirts featuring Plaited Fronts and Satin Stripe P K designs at 8100 Boys' Star Flannel Waists priced from $1 to $2. Also showcased are Chints and Percale Waists in fresh ideas and designs.
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