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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1891
Page
2
Pittsburg officials seek urgent council action to authorize court viewers and to finish streets under curative acts after a Supreme Court ruling. Two ordinances are eyed, one to proceed under the curative act and another to finish contracted streets, with broad public input expected Monday.
Henry Miller, described as an old German laborer, was arrested by Detective Shure at the Allegheny laundry company office on Stetinfield Street yesterday afternoon. Authorities say he had been stealing lace curtain sets hidden in paper sacks destined for cleaning, with two lace curtain sets found at the bottom of the bag.
Frank Moran and Slattin Lane, both youths, faced burglary charges after allegedly entering L. Sehart’s store at Twenty second and Carson, climbing to reach a cash drawer and stealing about seven bills. Mert Fitzgerald and others were jailed for sales of tobacco to a minor at a Christmas event.
A man identified as Shopem of Pica erect, near Nineteenth Street, was struck by a cable car of the Giscous Traction line. He suffered a possible ankle injury while assisting companions and the tram could not stop in time.
Dozens arrive at Union Depot as patients speak of cures by Father Mollinger. Chattanooga’s Hays, Chattanooga’s Grady, and Nashville’s McHugh report improved mobility after treatment. Minnesota’s Whelan and others note swelling and eruptions fading, with guests traveling from California and beyond.
William J. Kennedy a veteran Pittsburg police officer died at his home on Federal Street aged about from Bright's disease He served in the Civil War with Company D Sixty third Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers was once Neptune fire company captain and later a police foreman He joined the department’s front office and remained on duty Kennedy was a member of Post 48 A B and Pulten Council will conduct the funeral services.
A memo to Mayor Gourley from Jam Fouts objects to private detective arrests in Pittsburg. The letter argues detectives threaten rights and demand action, noting local authorities should control arrests with proper papers. A companion remark quotes a detective defending agency authority and bonds.
A Bellevue meeting endorsed Hon J W McBeison for a political position. A resolutions committee led by W T Herbert recommended ad‑vancing McBeison, citing long service and trusted character, and urged all citizens to support his nomination and election statewide. The gathering included J J McCormek as president and F A East as secretary.
The mayor's May report shows 1,64) arrests citywide with 10 in the First district 33 in the Second and 236 in the Third. Fines and costs brought 96/240 35, under half last year's May. Inspector Mu Aveese led a crackdown on speak cash venues arresting and fining proprietors. Last month 41 spent arrests were captured. 610 arrested last month were tied. Of 1918 entries, 34 sent to the workhouse 4 to Reform School 2 to hospital and 1 held for court.
The Twenty eighth ward school board reorganized and elected officers Dr. L W Riggs president A K Dow secretary William Hamilton treasurer A school picnic was set for the 26th at Alloquippa. Bedford sub-district directors installed Irea Smith Sr as director and elected T A Weber president W Raufield secretary A J Locke treasurer John Goldes was reelected principal and Tillie McCutellion assistant.
A partial hearing before Magistrate Gripp examined Ives and Cobleigh the booksellers arrested Tuesday night. The pair were committed to jail for a further hearing at 3 p.m. today. The court appearance followed prior questioning by Inspector McAleese.
In Allegheny this fall voters will face bonds totaling 730000 to 80000 for streets water and lighting. Wertheimer chairs the Finance Committee and pledges no debt this year while contending to exhaust appropriations before dipping into the contingent fund. The plan calls for 500000 for streets 200000 for water and 30000 for lighting with 100000 extra for a new power plant if needed. The meeting also sets new auditing and bidding procedures as departments review bids and projects including California avenue paving and street upgrades.
At a hearing in Tucsday night raid case M Alee seesaid the proprietress Moore claims she paid Officer Rogan to ignore her dis orderly house. Inspector McAleese said he would meet Rogan to verify the charge and insisted Rogan is innocent and has no prior complaints, noting the accuser's temper against a good officer.
At a Randall Club meeting last night a resolution was passed endorsing Governor Pattison's appointments of Judges Kennedy Porter and McClung to Common Pleas Court No 3.
In a local note M Rowovtear denies John A Coll's watch was stolen at his place. Avotra Cross tours Allegheny seeking a post office site but has not decided. A chaotic item references a Fortieth street test and a Shanghai row with expected events at the Schenley area.
A riot broke out at Aliquippa Grove on the Pittsburg and Lake Erie road when a color club of young men hosted a picnic. Eight men and one woman were arrested for riot after fists stones and weapons were used and officers were dispatched to restore order.
The Fourth of July Fund shows steady inflow with new subscriptions totaling 22250 and previous pledges paid, bringing the on hand total to 27030. Daily contributors include Pittsburg Post, Paul & Co, W H McCleary, Joseph Einstein & Co, and Red Lion Hotel among others, with a reported cash on hand of 2708.
A large crowd of shoppers swarmed Pittsburgh streets as pleasant weather lured people to finish their day’s buying. Merchants welcomed the rush but hurried as the crowd moved through stores with clear intent to purchase.
Bernard Morkwa a Polish mill worker of Wil Penn avenue died at St Francis Hospital last night after his throat swelled and he could not walk Coroner McDowell will hold an inquest James and other brothers brought him to hospital May 30 believing a sow threatened his life He leaves a wife and several children
The Children’s Aid Society of Western Pennsylvania held its second annual meeting in the Free Dispensary Building on Sixth Avenue with eighty delegates from local societies. Reports from delegates showed encouraging conditions. Secretary Mrs. I. L. IoFaan I read the report. Treasurer Mrs. W. P. Price reported a year end balance of 90882, including 3000 state appropriation. Delegates dined at St. Charles Hotel. Also noted is William Schuetz of South Thirteenth Street returning from Dr. Koch’s treatment for consumption at the German Hospital in Philadelphia after three months, having received 36 injections with highest dose 03 miligrams.
The Amalgamated Association session heard puddlers push for higher scales with a preponderance in favor of an advance. Weihe allowed broad discussion as debates over furnace times extras and overtime charges shaped a near assured adoption. A ministerial presence and disputes over seating and eligibility colored the proceedings ahead of a large Beaver Falls reunion expected to draw up to 20 000 attendees.
Master Workman Dempsey of D A 5 K of L organizes the Duquesne Traction road employees into a Knights of Labor assembly. Over 10 conductors and motormen, with more applications, form a permanent union. Members pledge not to patronize Fifth Avenue Traction until union workers are hired. The new assembly plans a morning celebration with a decorated car and Great Western Band.
The coroner was notified that Mrs. Franciscus Roach of Pearl Street Lawrenceville died by her own hand on Wednesday evening from paris green. The canze recorded excessive drinking. She had previously made several suicide attempts.
Strikers renew complaints that carpenters are unpaid as Master Builders claim rapid progress toward settlement. Secretary Hamilton says no conference needed and the strike dwindles toward nothing while workers at Alvin design a water treatment site await overdue benefits. Some say if benefits are not paid by tomorrow they will return to work Monday.
The downtown cable of the Central Traction Company broke about 1 o'clock last night, delaying travel for five hours. The Duquesne traction cut down Grant Street to Fourth Avenue and connected with its outbound track there.
Alfred Pavs and Mars Ipa Mitten were committed to jail on peace and related offenses. Coen and others, including Jonaxxa McCanter and Patrick Mc Geach, were sent to jail yesterday by Alder Ian McKenna on serious charges. Manrix Srexck committed to jail by Squire A Gisaman of Chartiersborough to answer assault charges.
Third day of the State Medical Society session covered surgery topics with demonstrations of amputations. Doctors urged prompt amputation when needed and questioned leaving large stumps, while others presented on cataracts and trachoma prevalent in orphanages and public institutions.
A corrected dispatch explains the Canal Commission report printing resolution did pass the House on May 18 and was sent to the Senate May 19. Senator Grady moved to refer it to Printing but withdrew after McCreary urged its approval. The governor has not yet acted. State Printer holds engine plates for maps and profiles. costs remain modest.
Secretary Edge of the State Board of Agriculture reports crop prospects show the wheat crop above the 20 year average, hay below due to dry weather, clover and timothy injuries from frost, and fruit crop fully up to average with late spring rains improving outlook for later plantings.
Catcaco reports the Whisky Trust has completed a major acquisition after a week of negotiations. The deal buys the Chicago distilleries of H. Schufeldt & Co and Calomet Distilling Company, the latter linked to a dynamite incident and an indictment against J. A. Gibson. The Schufeldt plant burned yesterday, fueling speculation about a broader legal sting.
Governor Pattixton signs a bill enabling building and loan associations to make temporary loans up to 15000 dollars when member applications exceed treasury funds. The change ends the practice of officers borrowing on their own credit and helps meet stockholder demand quickly. City Clerk George Booth Mayor Gourley and Robert Ostermaier comment on improved liquidity. bankers offer muted reactions.
The Duquesne sub-district school board met and organized with John J. Maloney as president M J McMahon as secretary and James T McHugh as treasurer. Teachers chosen include Virginia Hunter principal Mary E Cody and Andle Powers. The annual outing is planned at Irequior on June 26 and a banquet at McGuire's cafe followed the meeting.
Here today that will bring buyers to this busy silk department. An enormous variety of shades, also the newest, at 63c.
In a June 4 interview Archbishop Ireland doubles down against efforts to map foreign emigrants in the United States by national lines. He cites telegrams supporting his view and warns that as plots unfold, both Catholic and Protestant Americans will grow more indignant.
The federal court in this district reports its first conviction under the anti lottery law. Charles E Gould, a regular agent for the Louisiana Company, is charged with sending lottery tickets and other lottery matter through the mails. He is described as a 30 year old, handsome man from an excellent family, formerly an opera singer, and now running a large business as the company’s accredited agent.
The Sharpsturg furnaces in the Shenango Valley show growth in output while a shutdown persists. Wages per day have fallen to 15 cents, and Cornellsville plants report limited notice that a Frick sale may be forthcoming.
Special Telegram to The Dispatch reports the Supreme Court re heard Morganthaler against Auditor Crites Contempt case over refusal to return property. Judge Brice involved in taxation dispute. Proceedings continued June 4 in Columbus.
Friday sale at P C C corner Grant and Diamond streets offers clothing at cost or below. Prices include 140 boys casimere suits, 4 to 10, 100. 20 boys knee pants 4 to 12, 1. 140 men's black worsted sack suits 34 to 42. 25 ely casimere and cheviot suits. dozen men's fine outing shirts. 300 men's workspents lined and tailored. Bring this note to the Combination Cloaks Company.
Local Union No. 42 of the American Flint Glass Workers Southside has elected Felix Strickel Wim Orth Joseph Savera and Nicholas Hippy to represent the union at the upcoming convention in Steubenville.
The removal of the westbound transfer station from Torrens to Walls began yesterday and the entire department is expected to be settled at Walls in about two weeks.
Comunes June 4 report states the Attorney General selected the Commissioner of Com to disthe ee of the late Dr. ae nee ne mtree The position goes to Prof. C. C. Miller, superintendent of Sandusky schools, a Democratic candidate for the office in 1820.
All the steel and iron goods along Second Avenue in the Soho district will provide today their men a chance to guard the Lad Association picnic. The event aims to safeguard attendees and ensure a orderly gathering.
Reports indicate new unions forming including a national union by Macnrsists and an axe carriers association in East Liverpool. The Clinton mill plans to resume after July 1 and the Tin Plate Company reportedly readies capital of 500000. A Locomotive Firemen annual picnic was held at Rock Point on Tuesday. Jones & Laughlins mill dispute settled with workers returning to former positions. Parsippany Goren’, from the American Federation of Labor, issued a circular.
In New York on June 4 the Japanese suspect Sugiro was sentenced for the murder of three others. The court fixed a separate week for the sentencing of the remaining defendants in the same case, with July 6 identified as a target date for combined techs of the group.
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