Oscar Wilde in America and the Charms of Patience
A reminiscence traces Oscar Wilde from school days to Oxford and Athens, then to America where his Patience lectures ignite interest. An American patron guides a dinner invitation that launches his public career, while later life shifts toward conventional fashion and marriage into wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Oscar Wildes
Rossetti
Oscar Wilde
Athens
du Maurier
Oecar
Soecar
America
Barty
New York
Bunthorne
Oscar Wilde in Chelsea Home Portrait and Interiors
Olive Weston describes Oscar Wilde’s Chelsea residence with a dark staircase, a full-length Wilde portrait, vermilion study, and white dining room. The piece notes Wilde’s family name, his editor brothers, high living, and the wit of friends like Whistler in humorous anecdotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Wilde
Willa
Ostar-Wilde
Beresford Oscar-Wilde
Langdon Vivien
Oscar-Wilde
Oscar
Willy
Daily Telegraph
Polic
London
Heath
Whistler
Olive Weston
Memorial Day Committee Receives City Support
The Memorial Day Committee met in Council Chamber to settle expenses and acknowledge help from teachers, the Army Choir, Rev J T, Macy’s, and local groups for flowers and services. A vote of thanks was adopted and the 1890 committee to convene on the last Saturday of April.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old City
Council Chamber
Cole
Soho
Army
J.T
KR. V
D Hten
Danes & Deviln
Dh. Macy's
Pitisbute
Meeting Of Grand Army Comrades In Council Chambers
A meeting of Grand Army comrades and old soldiers will be held in Council Chambers tomorrow evening at o'clock to take action for the relief of distressed comrades. The committee has gone to that point and will be present to assess and address needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army
Council Chambers
From the Ranks: Pennsylvania Railroad Leaders Rise
The article notes Pennsylvania Railroad executives rising from humble roles. Presidents Roberta and A. G. Cassatt began as rodmen, with others like Orison, Pugh, Onter, Geer, McCrea, Pitsculrn, Brager, Carnegie, and McCargo accumulating top posts after starting as laborers or messengers, illustrating upward mobility within the company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Presdent
Roberta
Rodman
Engineer Corps
Cassatt
Orison
Altoona
Pugh
Onter
Geer
James McCrea
Pennsylvania Lines
Pittsburg
Roberts
Robert Pitsculrn
Atlantic and Ohio Telegraph
Anson Brager
Western Union Telegraph Company
W. C
Grand Rapids Indiana Railroad Company
Andrew Carnegie
Tom Scott
David McCargo
Allegheny Valley Railroad
Serpentine problem from Notes and Queries posed by Harvard astronomer
An astronomer from Harvard Observatory asked a puzzle: snakes two feet long arch to form a six foot circle and each swallows the one in front. How would the figure differ from the circle after all have swallowed their neighbor? Opinions varied, some invoking a fourth dimension to explain how a snake could be both inside and outside its neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvard Observatory
Ex Attorney General Bradford to Speak at Temperance Meeting
The fourteenth union gospel temperance meeting will be held in the Grand Opera House this evening at 7 45. Captain J Barbett will preside as Ex Attorney General Bradford of Kansas delivers the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kapens
Union Gospel Temperance Meeting
Grand Opera House
J. Barbett
Bradford
Kansas
Six Reasons to Buy Clothing at Jacksons Tailors
Six reasons to shop at Jacksons tailors and clothiers include own manufacturing guaranteeing repairs free of charge no middleman profits lowest prices and money refund if price not matched. The ad cites locations 954 and 956 L.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacksons
Omens of Bad Luck and Death Omens in Household Objects
An essay discusses superstition about death and omens in animals, clocks, mirrors, furniture, and seating positions. It cites anecdotes of dogs seeking owners, a clock ticking before a death, and mirrors predicting misfortune, noting both belief and outcomes.
Secret Society Preparations and Flood Impact Report
The Supreme Archon drafts a canvassing circular as several conclaves organize contests for the next term. All fraternal orders report member losses due to the disaster and flood, urging prompt responses to recover the fraternal spirit.
Sale of various wines and cordials by Wm. J. Freier
An assortment of wines and cordials including Malena Oporto old London Dock Burgundy Cockburns and cane for sale by Wm. J. Freier at 688 Smithfield Street. Prices list per full quart and year 1810 era prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perial
B. O. P. Newbie
Oporto
Vee
London Dock
Wm. J. Freier
Smithfield Street
Exhibition of Worcester and Doulton Pieces at Roberts Stores
Pieces from Royal Worcester and Doulton on display at E. P. Roberts & Sons art stores at Fifth Avenue and Market Street. The collection is praised as superb and among the finest Pittsburg has seen, inviting careful viewing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Worcester
Doulton
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Corner
Fifth Avenue
Market Street
Pittsburg
Wren
Justice and leniency in a crowded courtroom
Philip Franz, convicted in criminal court, argued against paying costs after Judge Magee suspended sentence for payment. Magee sentenced him to three months in the workhouse when Franz refused. Lyons faced similar fate for breaking and entering with intent, with costs unpaid and remanded to the workhouse after a prior sentence to the reformatory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Franz
Megco
Sarah Kiroh
Magee
Frans
Eo Wae
William Lyons
UN Reformatory
Railroad Wins Injunction Over McKeesport Track
Judge Ewing filed an equity ruling in Chambers versus Baltimore and Ohio Railroad over a proposed mayor track on the Chambers Works property in McKeesport. The railroad secured a preliminary injunction restraining Chambers from using or laying the track until final decision. No final hearing date set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKeesport
RB. R
Ewing
James A. Chambers
Pittsburg
Connellsville
Chambers
Chambers Gisas ‘Works
Bers
Nelayig
Raul Bed Pees
Ape
Not Parted by Death: Several Divorces Granted in Court
A series of divorce actions were decided yesterday. Charles Breiling and Catharine Breiling split after a violent marriage with threats and property damage. Mra Springler seeks divorce from Charles Springler, citing beating and threats. Additional cases including Ma t Dobbins and Overman v Elizabeth C are noted, with commissioners involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Breiling
Catharine Breiling
Breiling
No. 6
Second Avenue
Mra
Ce Barnes
Charles Springler
Mra Springler
Ma T Dobbins
Arsine Twords Dobbins
JacDonald
Ted
Herron
Ave
Overman
Elizabeth C
George P. Murray
Complex docket listings in Common Pleas court near Parker
A long list of civil cases appears for Common Pleas No. 1 including Parker et al versus Hutchinson, Fullerton versus Fife, Evans versus Booth and Finn, Clemente versus Philadelphia Company, Kyner versus McKeesport borough, Bradley versus Steindel and Chartiers, Jey et al versus Tinteman, Davis versus Heck, and others with various parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas No
Parker Et al
Hutchinson
Fullerton
Fife
Evans
Booth & Fiinn
McClelland
Risber
Clemente
Philadelphia Company
Kyner
McKeesport
Bradley
Scene al Ve
Chartiers Ponomeee Ree
June Term of Criminal Court Opens Monday
The June term of the Criminal Court will open on Monday with Judge Stowe presiding. The first day will be occupied in charging a grand jury and receiving the constables. Two courts will probably be in session during June to finish a dag of so that the court can adjourn heated term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane
Stowe
Legal motions and suits mark tense Allegheny court day
A string of civil actions and judgments span yesterday's docket. Miss Kate Krepley sought a new trial in a breach of promise suit against Edgar Twom, while captains and mariners faced condemnation rulings over a steamboat sale. Keating, arrested in a raid on Mrs. Batters’ house, sues for false arrest along with other malpractice and trespass actions filed by McCartney and Lazear interests. A judge revised a humane cruelty case and remitted a fine, and local notices push dress goods and pictures promotions amid multiple court actions at McKeesport and Allegheny venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Krepley
Edgar Twom
Iss Krepley
United States
John C. Finch
Les E
Mayor Pearson
Allegheny
O’brien
Atttorney Novia
Wall
Smith Appe
O'Brien
J M
Live Stock Markets Report From East Liberty Yard
Market condition at East Liberty stock yards shows flood impact with scarce cattle and shipments stalled. Receipts are low as cattle and hogs face delays, buyers cautious, prices weak and routine transactions curtailed by weather and flooding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Liberty
Pittsburg Exchange Report Struck by Johnstown Disaster
The Pittsburgh Petroleum Stock and Metal Exchange notes a week of dull trading with 8 207 shares sold and strong oil. real estate active with 154 transfers totaling $398 409 and 180 mortgage dealings worth $331 160. The Johnstown flood slows local business yet prompts strong Pittsburgh charity led by Seventh Ward merchants and real estate firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnstown
Philadelphia Gas
la Noria
Toe
Rkomber
Market Quiet with Central Traction Purchases
Very little business occurred in the stock market yesterday with few significant changes. Central Traction sold at 8 percent, the same as the previous day, while Pittsburg Allegheny and Manchester Passenger Railway saw 90 bid and M5 asked, with reports of a large block sold privately at the latter price. Philadelphia Gas held slightly higher, other cassers weaker, and Electric near old figures. Bank stocks were subdued as they were not on the market at current prices, with bids and offers not strong enough to prompt decisive action as traders awaited tomorrow’s developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Traction
Pittsburg, Allegheny and Manchester
Philadelphia
Castoria Recalled Across Generations in Family Memoir
A nostalgic reminiscence traces Castoria through decades of family life from infancy to motherhood. The narrator notes the product’s use for a baby and child and its association with caring for Mina and her children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castoria
Shealad
Mina
Business at the Banks Quiet After Johontown Calamity
Affected by the Johontown calamity gains over last year persist but yesterday brought a quiet banking day as markets stabilize and deposits hold. Bank officials report steady customer flow with cautious optimism and no unusual activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johontown
Clearing House Report Shows Weekly Banking Shifts
The article notes a general downturn in transactions across banks, with the New York Clearing House reporting a decline in specie and deposits while balances rose in some regions. It lists weekly clearings and balances for major cities including New York Boston and Baltimore, and mentions international funds movements and security prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ing
Johustown
Transacions
Inea
Clearing House
New York
Satan
Market Struggles Absence of New York Quotations For Oil Trade
The old market showed strength but lacked New York quotations, leaving operators with little basis to trade. Brokers split on outlook, some pushing higher prices while others saw little change as the ten week trend remained unclear. Corrected daily by John M. Ongday & Co. on Sixth Street, members of the Pittsburgh Petroleum Exchange report shipments and clearings with caution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Messer
John M. Ongday & Co
Sixth Street
Pittenburg Petroleum Exchange
Barre
Diamond Street deals move on Richmond market
Real estate actions across the city show multiple transfers and mortgages. Buyers, sellers and lenders including Black and Baird, Kelly and Rogers, Samuel W. Hinck & Co, and F. Batter announce sales on Diamond Street Euclid and Rowan avenues, with parcels plus mortgage financings amounting to thousands of dollars and various frontages in East End, Wilkinsburg, Brushton, and Mckees Lane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black & Baird
Fourth Avenue
Davis
Diamond Street
Kelly & Rogers
Station Street
Thomas H. Groach
Minnie Ramsbottom
Euclid Avenue
Rowan Avenue
Wiliam Ebberts
William G. Martz
East End
Samuel W. Hinck & Co
West End Place
Ith Ward
Alney
Avenue
L. O. Frasier
Fifth and
Butler Street
William J. Hague
Stanton Avenue
Holmes Street
Eighteenth Ward
Building Permits Rise to Forty. Weather Delays Noted
Last week 40 construction permits were issued totaling an estimated 990 405 dollars. Weather limited outdoor work for two or three days, affecting building activity. The list includes Annie Fox on Fifty-second Street, A Yost on Howley Avenue, and several other brick and frame structures across wards including Sixteenth Thirty-fifth and Twenty-ninth, with various footprints and two story designs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Fox
Fifty-second Street
Eighteenth Ward
A. Yost
Howley Avenue
Main Street
Sixteenth Ward
Davis King
Hanlot
M.D. Kees
Castor Street
Andrew Thompson
Sarah Street
W. Miller
Carson Street
H. Gang
Shelby Street
Penn Avenue
Gross Street
Anne
Ee Galvin
Hawley Avenue
Peter Simmer
Pine Street
Fisk M. McGill
Quinine
Mier
Sane
Gunls
Fifth Avenue
Eleoth
Wm. Stewart
Allureidid
Arenes
Wain Reese
Real Estate Fragments Describe Dwellings by Street and Ward
A pasted list records multiple two story and brick dwellings on various streets and wards. Names such as William Latsaw J A Graver Shhaefer Eluppel and others appear with measurements like 20x35 feet 17x22 feet and 9x50 feet. The notes reference Ossippee Penn Davis Fifth avenues and Elysian avenue with ward numbers cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Festarety Wertes
Entyarie
Hrowseville Avenue
William Latsaw
Forbes Avenue
Craft Avenue
Fourteenth Ward
J. A. Graver
Hows Street
Filbert Street
Barak
Fatory
Twenty-sixth
Mear ‘Carson
Peter Kerstear
Davis Street
Fifth Avenues
Es M. Marshell
Elysian Avenue
Hasting Street
Twenty-second Ward
Markets by Wire Strikingly New Chicago Wheat Slips
Wheat market weak and lower in Chicago as storms cut East wires and trading slowed. July and June prices edged down, oats and corn unsettled with mild weather blamed for overall softness. Trade was fair on the day with near steady to easy closes across leading grains and pork futures posting modest losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ChicaGo
Fair
Son Cc
Market dull but firm as small fluctuations close near open
Trading in June year shares showed little interest with only minor moves. Oregon Transcontinental rose to 4734 on a broker bid while Pacific stocks strengthened, lifting sentiment and sparking a rally. The market then steadied near opening levels as railroad bonds stayed dull and overall turnover was about 688000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Paul
Oregon
Denver
Rio Grands
Interview Reveals Mansfield Resident’s Lament Over Chronic Ill Health
Mr Adams, from Mansfield eight miles west of Pittsburg on the Panhandle, discusses his long struggle with exhaustion, neck and head pain, persistent cough, weight loss, and dreams of improving after treatment. He cites his family hotel ties and notes a Pittsburg daily account suggesting recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mburbant
Pittsburg
Mr Adams
Mansfield
Panhandle
Adams
Empiresis
Theryine
Reed
Arike
Copeland
Drs
William J. Adam
Lanefeld
Ottaburg
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Apostle of Estheticism
Bis Pamous
Cabridge
University of Athens
Kensington
Billun
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England
Chickering Hall
Long Branch
Beneve
Harvard
Eoplana
Renchy
Chelsea
Home
Memorial Day Committee
Dacksonn
Baaryey
Secret Society
Justice
To-Morrow
Grance W. Lazern
H. Lazear
Eli Laseer
J. P. McPherson
B.B. Coursin
Fifth Street
McKeesbort
Coursin
Huovs & Hacke
Mwfs
Stewart & Co
Federal St
Boston
Huron
Dan Diego Tea
Uion
South Fork
Penn
Eighth
Manchester
la Noris Mining
Eenaren
Westinghouse Electric
Ikans
Syste
Henl Peas
Estinghouse Seat
Missouri
Dugqneme National Bank
Oeneee la Sees
Rmati National Bank
Ittuburg National
Awreo
Bostox
Mdon
Pepys
Bank of Paris
Sr. Lovurs
Bears
Richmond
Prem
Ent
St. Paul
Hood
C. J. Hood
Srokers—Financial
Sean Rae
Commission
Minsacke
Mutetova Chisholm
John M. Oakley & CO
Bankers and Brokers
Chicago Board of Trade and
Pittsburg Petroleum Exchange
Sixth ST
Pitsburg
Whick
Rolange
Bence
Dre Copeland
Anni
Coneland
Blair
Hatio
Sixth Avenue
Dra Copeland
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