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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1889

Page

5

Amalgamated Association wage scale to be considered at convention

Wage committee report defers public release of proposed base scale of 550 for boiling on a 2 cent bar iron card. Changes aim to avoid wage reductions while securing terms for the coming year. Manufacturers resist yet expect possible continuance of present scale. workers vow to press for terms and may shutter mills if demands are unmet. President Weihe’s retirement cited amid criticism.

Amalgamated Association Iron Workers Thut

Charges Against Dr Allen At General Assembly

Washington announces that Rev Dr Allen of Pittsburg secretary of the Freedmen's Board of the Presbyterian Church faces further charges after an attack at the General Assembly meeting in New York. The inquiry will be before the General Assembly as officials investigate alleged mismanagement of funds.

Washington Dr. Allen Pitsburg Freedmen's Board The Presbyterian Church Hamlin General Assembly New York Selconmts

Erie Republications nominate full state ticket

At a Republican County Committee meeting nominations were made for Foreman as Treasurer Judson Walker Waterford Henry Dean Erie EL Davis Secretary and Geo Snyder Erie with Paul McKay Waterford as Assistant Secretary A movement formed to discuss resolutions and town relief collection for survivors was noted.

de Papeceas Dispatch Republican County Committee Foreman Judson Walker Waterford Henry Dean Erie EL Davis Geo. Snyder Paul McKay

Umberger Murder Trial Continues With Forty Witnesses

A Somerset telegram reports the Umberger murder trial proceeding with forty witnesses heard for the prosecution. The court resumed the Niceleys case this morning and adjourned for the day as the State plans to continue tomorrow.

Umberger Somerset Niceleys Pontvelt

Uniontown Factory Fire Causes Major Loss

A factory in Uniontown burned this evening, causing an estimated loss of about $15,000. The blaze destroyed machinery and belts, with preliminary reports attributing the fire to an electrical fault. Firefighters fought the flames into the night, aided by local volunteers.

Milk Shake Arrest Sparks Street Uproar on Smithfield

John A. Martin was arrested on Smithfield Street for selling milk on a Sunday. A crowd of about 140 gathered as Constable Carlisle read the warrant. Police later learned Martin was already out on bail for the same charge and the scene subsided after magistrate proceedings.

John A. Martin John A Martin Smithfield Street Car Lisle Martin San Young Carlisle Bai McKenna James Ketter Carlisle Strawberry Alley Seliin

Narrow Escape From Sewer Collapse At Center Avenue Pond

Three laborers John Moran Patrick Welsh and James More were cleaning the Center avenue pond sewer when the tunnel gave way. Water and dirt surged, the 100 foot mouth trapped them but a wave carried them out and down a hill about 20 feet. They suffered only minor bruises and scratches.

John Moran Patrick Welsh James More Center Avenue

Sixteenth Ward Schools elects board and staff

The Sixteenth Ward School Board organized by electing Thomas C. Graham president and Henry Nichols secretary. Regular meetings set for the first Wednesday monthly. George Givens and others were elected to the board replacing R. R. Warren. Samuel Principal Anna Bainford and Mrs. Corlett and others were re elected. McNamee and Mrs. Corlett filled resignations.

Eixteenth Ward Thomas C. Graham Henry Nichols George Givens Sagen Engreers R. R. Warren Ao Samuel Anna Bainford Ald McNamee Corlett

Inquest Resumes on Cro nin Murder Case with Preliminary Evidence

The coroner's inquest at Cracco resumed to identify the body and review initial proof about the cottage furniture linked to Cronin's death. Testimony on the horse hire by Seeee aeah clan yielded no new or sensational facts.

Crrcaco Cronin Seeee Aeah Clan

Judge Stowe Defines Grand Jurors Oath Duties

The Jane term of Criminal Court opened yesterday with Judge Stowe presiding. Foreman of the grand jury defined the oath of office and stated jurors had no duty to visit charitable institutions as their entire time falls to the Court.

Stowe Jane Criminal Court Se Aa Cs Deka Ane Anetearors

Local Assembly 2946 K of L holds special meeting

The brickmakers affiliated Local Assembly 2946 of the Knights of Labor met at EK of L hall last night with large attendance. Delinquent members were urged to rejoin and restore the 28 strong membership to its former size.

K. of Brckmakers L. Hall

Deaf mute Isaiah Host arrested on Southside assault attempt

On Sunday night Isaiah Host, described as deaf and mute, was arrested in the Twentieth ward for attempting to force entry into Carson Street stores. He is said to be demented and claims to come from Columbus, with authorities noting the incident.

Isaiah Host Twentith Ward Carson Street Columb

Allegheny High School Committee Meets in Europe

Allegheny High School committees met during the trip in Europe. They planned for the school and settled minor matters regarding fences pavements and furniture.

Allegheny High School Europe

Two Men Reported In Beret Death in Payette City

Humane Society agent O'Brien received a complaint from Payette City about a Beret death attributed to two men. Investigators plan to interview witnesses and pursue tomorrow to clarify the incident.

O'Brien The Humane Society Payette City John Wycoff

A Brakemas Hert Fatally

Robert Wright, a Pennsylvania Railroad employee, died in a brakeman fatally injured incident. Police and railroad officials investigated the wreck and related circumstances. The event prompted safety reviews and tributes from colleagues.

Robert Wright Pennsylvania Railroad

Child dies from porch fall on Min Street scene

A six year old child from Ne os at Min street near Penn avenue fell from a porch yesterday and sustained broken and internal injuries. The injuries may be fatal.

Min Street Penn Avenue

Multiple Obituaries and Funeral Notices in Allegheny Volume

A consolidated list of funeral notices and obituaries from Allegheny area newspapers. Items name the deceased, sometimes age, residence, and funeral details including dates, times, and church or street locations. Several entries reference June dates and local venues such as St. John's Episcopal Church and St. Paul's Cathedral.

Burrows Jane Feo Annn George Burrows Caven Ra Rr Minnie Annes Ae Ieee Faldence Ravine Thirty-third Friends of the Johnstown Jon Boquet Street Oakland Monpar Beaver Arero Asn Moi Steffler

Bargain Dress Goods Steep Discounts Amid New Shipments

Tuesday's sales feature heavy markdowns on silk warp Henrietta cloth 46 inches wide at 75 cents, New Blair and White Shepherd's Plaid 46 inches wide, and all wool 12 inch pin stripe suiting at 60 cents. Fresh Indian silks 22 inches wide at 46 cents join a large French black and white chalks run at 50 cents, with renewed black and white designs after fast-selling editions.

Blair India Sarah New Indias Otee

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