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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1891
Page
2
The Common Council faced a heated session over bribery accusations tied to the Rea switch ordinance and the push for a thorough fire bureau upgrade. Fire boat adoption drew broad support from Fire Underwriters, urging a larger apparatus, a water tower, and new leadership.
The council debates a plan for a full impartial investigation into bribery rumors linked to Councilman Rea. A joint resolution to involve the District Attorney is discussed, with members urging clear proceedings and naming any charged individuals. The measure evolves as a mixed committee is formed.
City bodies handle minor matters as Chief Bigelow plans a list of residents who pay water tax without using water. Controller notes only 22,500 left in the finance fund and suggests moving 18,000 from the contingent fund. Resolutions pass to exonerate non users from water tax, but delinquent tax liens may still apply. A request for a list of water taxpayers who do not use water is approved.
In Common Council Mr. O'Donnell opposed letting the Chief of Charities select the Poor Farm and questioned granting purchase power to one man. The body debated the Stewart farm sale and potential losses, suggesting a committee should handle the purchase. The vote ended ayes to no with O'Donnell voting no.
The Common Council adopted joint resolutions by City Attorney Moreland to discontinue liens for assessments, authorize legal action to collect improvements within two years before May 24, 181, and empower the Chief Public Works to finish Schenley Park bridge and other street works under prior acts. Communications from the City Attorney and Chief Bigelow were received and filed.
Coroner McDowell defended the McNally inquest recounting officers present and noting John McNally, found drunk on the pavement and taken to the station. He cited 22 prior arrests for drunkenness and disorderly conduct, saying death resulted from alcoholism though a small scalp wound was noted.
At a special Allegheny Public Works meeting, bureaus' bills were approved. Eureka Coal Company lands the Steiner and Weeghtly hardware contract, while M.ber handles Bayard street sewer repairs. Gallagher’s bid deemed irregular. Hastings named by committee after oversight. California avenue grading and paving ordinance recommended, to be paid by special assessment per May 1370 act.
At the Allegheny General Hospital Board of Managers monthly session last night, charges against Miss Patton were not taken up. Joh Cohen indicated the matter would be invited again, but a board member opposed interference. A year ago a leader in charity circles alleged similar actions by Miss Patton, and the board refused to accept her son after her reliefs.
Fifteen sick and crippled persons from Wilkesbarre and Scranton registered at the St. James Hotel last evening seeking to see Father Mollinger.
President Resorts of the Pennsylvania road arrives from Chicago for today. Allegheny Auditing and Public Library Committees held last night with routine business. State Convention of the Ancient Order of Hibernians meets today with about 90 delegates. An ex Confederate soldier, Joux Wrarn, was sent to Alliance. A congregational Presbyterian meeting in ville yielded a unanimous pastoral call. Attorneys for Alexander Krttex served notice for June 2 pardon request. A person pleads for commutation to life imprisonment. Leo Derry, a child found, was claimed by the family.
The river coal trade sets a historic record with nearly 15 million bushels shipped. About 10 million went to Louisville and Cincinnati and 3 million to other Southern points, mainly New Orleans. Captains report boats running tight, with 200000 bushels per craft cited, many boats pressed into service to move large tows amid rising water and dam activity.
A Pittsburgh Volunteer Cavalry meeting at headquarters 127 Second Avenue elected Captain A. Wall, Lieutenant Will. Autant, Harry M. Willis as Quartermaster. The troop plans a fair at Recreation Area to raise funds for horses and an ambulance and to support competitive riding and mounted drill.
Mr. Covert of Sunbury, a blind man, was returning home after a two week stay with Father Moller. He claimed he could see a little and his sight would be partially restored.
A small dog displayed clear signs of an episode that suggested danger or distress, prompting observers to monitor its behavior and alert handlers. The incident produced cautious attention from nearby bystanders and local authorities.
The Fourth of July celebration fund nears 3918 with a large donation from C L Magee and several smaller gifts. The mayor and Chief Bigelow plan stand privileges at Schenley Park with a meeting tomorrow afternoon to finalize permits and arrangements for rides and bands.
Report from Allegheny politics describes routine Republican and Democratic conventions with little life or conflict. Nominations are expected for several county offices including Orphans Court Prothonotary and Jury Commissioner, while state and legislative delegate races appear similarly tame. Observers note a lack of urgency as figures like T. J. O Leary and W J Brennen downplay activity.
United Presbyterian Ministerial Association met to discuss Rev J C Boyd's paper What Lessons Can We Learn From Dr Talmas a Preacher The clergy held a wide ranging discussion and treated the Brooklyn divine rather severely
A string of arrests and legal actions across Carson street and surrounding towns. FReperick Miller was seized for bell ringing last night on Carson street. Banngey McPotan waived a larceny charge, Johnanna McArray and Patrick McGrail held for court on serious charges. A warrant issued for William Grant for eluding with apparel. Mus Sigutro, saloon keeper, charged with selling liquor to minors. Grance Gnaxoen sued by Joseph Schenkel and Rheingold Haeger for assault and battery. Hoaxs threatened lives on Carson street and was bonded to keep the peace. Axtoxe Watrcorsxt bail set for uncalled for assault on a 10 year old. Humane Agent Vuatex jailed H P McPherson for cruelty to family. Albert Wenner jailed for hearing on assault and battery. Mary Kincern alias Allie Nagle arrested for improper conduct with Joseph Staudelman.
The clothing firm at Grant and Diamond streets advertises boys suits sizes 4 to 14 priced at 190 each, marked down from 350. The ad emphasizes the season’s best value and urges shoppers to visit the store for this deal.
Wall Paper and curtains at Welty's 120 Federal Street and 71 Park Way. Simon's at 78 Ohio Street and 76 Ohio Street Allegheny Pa offer ladies dongola shoes and cloth-top oxfords priced at 125 and 150 dollars. Also listed are bread rolls oil cloth and brewing company notes with contact numbers.
In Allegheny Pennsylvania a terse sports note highlights Oxford and Indies teams sharing a steady scoring pace. The brief mentions Brews as an efficient factor and hints at appetite for more competitive play.
A committee representing carpenters and bricklayers on a nearly six week strike seeks a hearing at the Amalgamated Association Convention. They aim for moral and financial aid, while treasury funds may be scarce as strikes threaten Steelton and Harrisburg. Delegates debate wage scales and future action as the convention nears a decision.
Several leading iron and steel firms in the city are expanding capacity this summer. Isabella Furnace No.1 is being rebuilt after flooding damage, cost over 200000 dollars. Edith Blast Furnace Allegheny will near 200000 dollars in upgrades with new stoves and 300 tons of iron and steel plates for the shell. National Tube Company at McKeesport advances No.5 rolling with puddling, heating and rolling departments. Elba Iron and Continental Tube Works add new building, expand puddling by ten furnaces, and a coal-manufacturing series. Eagle Rolling Mill Sawmill Run remodels two furnaces to 21 total. Republic Mill halves furnaces in new department. Lima crude oil experiment in Keystone Rolling Mill abandoned. Oliver Iron and Steel plans puddling forge expansion from 42 to 80 furnaces in Allegheny.
Arrangements are complete for the Labor Day events in Steubenville with the American Flint Glass Workers Union convention approaching. The Armstrong floral tribute design is the costliest and most elaborate yet, and has been copyrighted. Labor leaders including John William Sstin and Ess grave are noted, as the gathering is billed as Steubenville’s greatest labor demonstration. Reports say some coke plants are discharging workers for attending union meetings, with Bridgeport cited for seven terminations.
A Census Bureau bulletin reports Pennsylvania bituminous coal output for the year ending June 30 at 36,174,089 short tons, nearly double the Tenth Census figure, with total value $27,903,215 and wages $21,142,051. The report notes 525 regular establishments and 2,09 country banks, employing about 43,780 people with average earnings. regional beds span Allegheny, Westmoreland, Washington, Greene, and Fayette counties, detailing coal basins and coke production across the state.
The Carnegie Twenty-eighth Street mill strike concluded yesterday. Seventy five crane men at Marshall's foundry walked out for a 15 cent daily raise. W. F. Powett, vice president of the Master Builders' Association, suffered paralysis and is now recovering.
Last night local business men met at the Birmingham Fire Insurance office to organize a Fourth of July display and speeches. A committee of three was chosen to solicit funds with Peter Snyder elected treasurer. Contributions were listed from H Miller & Brother and others, with money to be collected at Henry Miller's store on Carson Street.
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