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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1890
Page
14
In a Columbus hotel a clerk recalls two years of dining room avoidance as guests waste food. Drummers share tales of economical diners, omelets from dubious eggs, and varied pleas for extra dishes. A humorous exchange centers on lamb chops, tripe, German pancakes, and oysters, ending with a noted sting of half measures and drink pricing.
Rev James Garvey of New York arrived in Pittsburg to introduce the Brothers of the Poor, a male counterpart to the Sisters of the Poor. Learning Bishop Phelan had already left for Europe, Garvey postponed efforts until the bishop's return from the Far East, aware the venture would burden the order financially.
W W Pasko librarian and Typothete representative visits Pittsburg to meet local printers at Seventh Avenue Hotel at 5 PM to explain the society and organize a Pittsburgh branch. He notes 600 members and 50 cities with over seven years of activity.
Captain F. L. Lee of Benham Texas, a one-armed Confederate veteran, arrived in town on a pleasure tour. He credits leaving his business behind and recalls his Civil War service while recounting a trip to Richmond to witness Robert E. Lee’s statue unveiling.
A British numismatist Mr Lloyd G Woodside from Clapham near London is staying in the city. Woodside is recognized in his country as a noted coin expert and member of a society of specialists in currency and antiques.
J Woodside states he is not an official delegate of the R N and conducts business for that society. He plans to meet J Stuart Williams of Columbus to acquire or photograph prehistoric coins found in Ohio mounds. He notes Pittsburg is unlikely to offer coins, and will remain in town another day.
Funeral honors for Charles Achenheil, a noted engineer and longtime Baltimore and Ohio Railroad official, after a railway accident cost him his life. Born in Baden Baden and educated at Heidelberg, he served in the Black Forest and later in the United States, overseeing major bridge projects. He married the daughter of John D. Scully and left five children. the family once lived in Hazelwood.
Attorneys Blakely and McElroy presented a petition signed by County Commissioner Mercer to Judge White arguing that Smith the wife murderer scheduled for execution on August 27 is insane and asking appointment of a panel to inquire into his sanity. Judge White named J A Emery Dr Robert McCreedy and Charles Sterrett as commissioners to examine Smith and report. Judge Ewing had refused a similar petition recently.
Constable Webber of Alderman McMaster's office arrested Wilson Stewart, just back from Ohio, in a case of larceny connected to missing clip es from Philip Marten's barber shop at 240 Wylie Avenue. Stewart had disappeared after the theft and evaded arrest since April 17. He faces a hearing tomorrow.
Earnest Gilman and William Casterline were brought to the Western Penitentiary from Wilkesbarre yesterday afternoon. They were sentenced by the United States Court to the penitentiary for two years and six months each for robbing a post office.
Ernest Titman, one of the Nichson post office robbers convicted at the last term of the U S Court here, was sentenced yesterday by Judge Acheson to two years and six months in the penitentiary.
Pittsburg and Cincinnati Packet Line steamers run from Wood Street daily at 4 P M except Sunday to Cincinnati and all points. Fare to Cincinnati with meals and state room is 700 dollars, 1200 dollars round trip, or 12 50 dollars for rail return option. Return tickets valid until used. Descriptive folders mailed on request. For berths and info contact Jas A Henderson Superintendent.
In wall at present are the Water Lil and Pond Lily in their natural colors with freeze and ceiling to match. These goods are choice sell on sight and are guaranteed to produce the most lovely effect for wall coverings. Some can be had at the old stand Jacozn J Focus 1710 Carson St.
Three rare bargains offered including a 744 octave upright Chickering Decker piano priced at 200 after a 400 purchase. Also a Decker Bros item and items from Soebal. Visit J. M. Hoffmann & Co at 537 Smithfield Street for details. A friend of the family recommends keeping beer on hand from D Lurz & Son, telephone 3002.
A note praising Marvin's nursery biscuits as wholesome food for babies during hot months. Recommends purchasing from your grocer, WFsu.
Pollman cars will operate between Pittsburg and Lake Chautauqua starting Monday June 23, with departures from Pittsburg on train No 13 at 1 35 PM central time. The notice also lists a range of goods for sale including gloves vestings fabrics and dress trimmings from various merchants and stores.
The M Candless prizes were awarded to three young pupils Mamie Kelly Pearl Rock and Blanche Ward for bread baking at the Pittsburg school kitchen run by Miss Ballou with support from Henry Phipps Jr and the Grant School Board. The ceremony featured speeches by Mr Torrence and Hon George Holliday and concluded with diplomas and a display of 406 dishes prepared by the class.
Miss Louisa Simendinger filed a $20,000 libel suit in Common Pleas Court No 1 against Mrs. Margaret McNeil wife of James McNeil. She claims defamation from McNeil's divorce actions and McNeil’s wife’s countercharges damaged her reputation and cost her a Boggs Bubi saleslady position earning $18 weekly. The suit seeks damages to reputation and livelihood as Boggs & Bubi discharged her after the scandal. Mrs McNeil has also obtained a rule on her husband for alimony and counsel fees pendente lite.
Merchants travel via B and C E railroad from Washington and Mt Vernon to Luray Caverns with a round trip fare of 16.50 including parlor and sleeping car and cavern admission. Stops include Washington City and Mt Vernon on return. also a sea shore option. Itinerary features daylight rides, dinner at Luray Inn, electric caverns, Pullman cars, and a Friday Washington return. Merchants must send names and ticket numbers to Perry F Smith, Pittsburgh, for bookings.
The B and O BR will sell excursion tickets at 135 dollars valid to July 1, with a special train from Pittsburg at 8 am arriving Elm Grove 10 45 am and Wheeling 11 4 am, returning from Wheeling at 8 pm and Elm Grove 8 15 pm. Glass workers are urged to use this route to save time and money by getting off at the grove.
Massive clearance event at P C C C offers clothing hats and furnishings at about half price. Men s suits sacks priced 6 8 and 10 to 15 for cutaways. Thousands of styles available with perfect fit guaranteed. Clearout before July 1 to convert 100000 cash. Corner Grant and Diamond streets opposite the Court House.
Reduced rates via Pennsylvania Lines to St Paul Minnesota for the National Educational Association meeting. Tickets on sale July 1 to 7 for round trip travel with return until July 15, inclusive, or by special arrangement in St Paul. Return limit may extend to September 30. Valuable auction and property notices follow.
Allegheny orphan asylums coordinate Fourth of July plans with hopes for a grand citywide celebration. Matrons discuss Schenley Park outings for older children and home treats for younger ones. Managers emphasize patriotism, with firecrackers and balloons, while Central Presbyterian Church arranges a July 3 picnic for the youngsters. Community spread includes donation appeals and a local grocery sales notice listing numerous canned goods and household items.
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