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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1889
Page
7
A reflective piece recalls reading Bunyan as a child, climbing a tall secretary to reach a treasured copy, and envisioning the Pilgrim’s journey with vivid, awe struck scenes. The narrator praises Great Heart as a heroic figure and muses on memories of Beulah, the Interpreter’s House, and Beulah’s gardens, then shifts to later readings of Arabian Nights and Shakespeare.
A reflective meditation on Shakespeare Scott and classic poetry. The speaker extols poets as sources of noble ideals, cites Othello Ivanhoe and Enlightenment icons, and recalls scenes of nature and literary memories to inspire virtue and uplift. The piece praises enduring human sacrifice and timeless verse.
Three men rowed a skiff along the East River when it capsized in a lurching wake. Osborn Mackay and Peter Linden were rescued, Cornelius Carr, 19, drowned. Police charged the others with homicide.
A West End Social Brigade gathering of 30 young people, organized by George Phillips and Stewart Horner, traveled to a grove beyond Mansfield. Rain forced them indoors after noon, but activities continued with singing and games until they returned home about 12 hours later.
Ex alderman John Reilly announces candidacy for Select Council from the Fifth Ward to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Councilman John O Neill. He is presented as an established local figure. The text also briefly notes Ma Wat McQuay of Green County, Pa., undergoing medical treatment recovery.
After a marriage rough patch over mending clothes the wife dismisses a task and suggests Dickson the Tailor at 65 Fifth Ave corner Wood St second door. He promises to repair garments and modern fabrics line with lace, florals, nets and drapery materials opening Monday the 34th with new fashions.
Camping guidance urges packing Marvin's hot bread and toast biscuits with camping kits. An ad touts heavy 48 inch wool Black Cashmeres at 50 cents per yard. Stewart & Co offers cabinets and enlargements at low prices. Frauenheim & Vivsack promote Iron City beer as wholesome.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a Philadelphia Taft avenue location offering dental services. The text mentions Pittsburgh and unspecified inquiries about why, but no clear date, person, or service details are provided beyond a dental room reference in Philadelphia.
At City Hall the County Republican Executive Committee adjourned for four weeks after a heated session over rule changes. Factional tensions surfaced between Magee Flinn and Quay supporters as officers were elected and a Committee on Rules proposed. A resolution praised past leaders and relief for flood sufferers before adjourning.
Stratford Ontario resident John I Wood reports relief from leg cramps and kidney pain after applying Allcock s Porous Plasters. He describes rapid easing within an hour and complete recovery after three days with no recurring trouble.
Imperial 1810 Amoross 350 full quart montilindo 1825 800 full quart ganilla 1832 vse 250 full quart Pemarini Reserve 1640 2 00 full quart Solera Cabinet 1860 180 full quart Fine Old Harmony 125 full quart Vino de Pasto 100 full quart Also ioe Honor case wray.
An OCR fragment notes a box trade specialty offered at a porch location. It mentions a partial address J Pemar 3 Smithfield street and vague pricing with “eee or 100.”
The National Guild of Pennsylvania encampment plans are unsettled with July options debated. Mount Gretna hosts possible camps for Battery A B and the First City Troop plus supports, while others seek August due to harvest interference. Idlewild and Monongahela valley sites are proposed but unclear or disallowed.
Samuel D. Warmcastle assumes duties as Collector of Internal Revenue for the district with no immediate changes to staff. He takes the oath before Notary Richard Webb and will begin personnel changes after June 30 to finish the current fiscal year.
The Society of Little Workers in Allegheny led by Miss Jean Hamilton held a charity dance at Miss Agnes Hamilton's academy for the Fresh Air Fund. Young miners wore costumes and performed including Yankee Doodle and Yank hit numbers danced by Laura Liggate and Elmer Klaus. several children and their relatives attended as spectators.
The Medical Society of the State of Pennsylvania will hold its meeting at the Bijou Theater from Tuesday to Friday. The public may attend the galleries. A Tuesday evening reception at the Monongahela House will welcome visiting delegates and their ladies, from 9 to 12. An excursion to Carnegie and Phipps works and a river trip are planned but lacking final details.
United States Attorney Allen filed an appeal in the circuit court challenging the appraisers award of 209000 in the Monongahela lock and dam 7 condemnation case. The action moves the case to federal court for adjudication.
A strong earthquake struck El Paso yesterday afternoon causing clerks to flee from stores as the earth trembled. many buildings suffered cracks and damage was reported across the area.
Advertises six reasons to buy clothing at Jacksons including in house manufacturing, free repair guarantees, no middleman profits, low price promises, and return refunds. Also notes wide range of goods and multiple departments at Liberty Street location. Mentions festival cakes and assorted discount textile offers with various prices and products.
Berlin businessman Spannagel and chemist Preussner plan a Pittsburg area cement works with $200000 capital to imitate Portland cement. They say limestone and clay are abundant, aiming to produce cement at $150 per barrel versus $3 for Portland and expect large U.S. demand plus patenting and expansion. Dr Preussner to analyze sources next week and choose site.
Kings County grand jury indicts Mrs. Dr Mary Ann Dixon Jones and son Dr Charles Dixon Jones over deaths at Women's Hospital Greene and Sumner Aves alleging manslaughter in the second degree and improper practices. Bail set at 7600 and 5000. pleas of not guilty entered. defense claims charges are trumped by neighbors opposing the hospital.
In a short space of time persons with bilious habits are relieved from liver related tortures by Hostetter's Stomach Bitters. It eases pains in the right side and shoulder blade, sick headache, nausea, constipation, and saffron skin, restoring tone to digestion and secretion.
All invited to a city sale offering bulk groceries and goods including matches fruit puddings corn and peas, evaporated fruits, canned items, starch, soaps, hams, flour, and teas. Delivery offered to both cities with free delivery options and prepay freight for distant orders. Also notes relocation and new shop addresses in the area.
At the closing session Dr. Campbell of Latrobe defended a death certificate for a corpse shipped to Ohio, noting it was in good faith and not for pecuniary gain. The board warned against issuing certificates without full information and adjourned after a series of hygiene and sanitation papers from local physicians and professors.
Governor Swineford notes Sitka distances to Attu Island exceed those to Portland Maine illustrating Alaska's immense size. He recalls a journey of over 10 000 statute miles aboard Thetis, and contrasts Alaska's expanse with the broader United States.
John McConnell, summoned to calm a rattlesnake loose in a home, drank to steady nerves after whisky upset his system. He tied the snake to his neck, presided over a roomful of reptiles that turned into rats, fled, and later avoided snake bite antidote.
A colored roustabout named Albert Grean drowned after boarding a shantyboat to save a woman and her crippled husband near the Baltimore and Ohio depot. The boat rocked violently in swift waters and Grean lost his balance, falling overboard. New American Latinos ad appears with 100 styles offered at H. J. Lynch, 438-440 Market Street.
The Bar Association held a meeting yesterday with little business. A resolution to invite nonmembers to the June 17 picnic was debated and repealed a prior rule limiting attendance to members. Edward Smith’s death prompted a resolution of respect, and fourteen new members were elected.
The Pennsylvania Company will hold its stockholders meeting at the general office in the city on Tuesday. Most business centers on electing directors and officers, with Secretary Leggett submitting annual reports informally. Directors meeting will follow about two weeks after by President Roberts.
A fragmentary line shows a farmer addressing a young man about releasing a horse for cleaning chores. The snippet hints at farm routines and a casual, rustic conversation. No clear names, places, or dates are provided in the readable text.
Coroner's jury reports W T Sherbine, a Pennsylvania Railroad conductor, died from injuries in the railroad yard attributed to negligence by Conductor J O Nassar and Flagman J L Payne for moving cars without notifying him. Neither man attended the inquest. The case is referred to the district attorney. The jury also held Andrew Holger for stabbing Charles Wilson, awaiting grand jury action.
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