Iron men urge U S action to aid merchant marine trade
Pittsburg iron interests rally to South American commerce, urging subsidies to American vessels and direct ties with Brazil Chile and Peru. Leaders including B F Jones James B Beott and John H Rickerson press Farquhar bill support while Bayne opposes subsidies, stressing unity among Republicans to compete with England and revive shipbuilding and freight capacity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Messrs. Bayne
Dalzell
Farquhar
Mr. Bayne
England
Committee On Merchant Marine and Fisheries
Congress
United States
Iron and Steel Firms Back Subsidized Sea Lanes to South America
Prominent Western Pennsylvania iron and steel manufacturers advocate government aid to establish a line of steamers to promote trade with Pan American nations. They argue subsidies will boost the iron industry and reciprocal commerce, while a few executives caution about political reception of such a plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Beott
United States
John H. Rickerson
Blaine
South America
A. M. Byers
Pennsylvania
John L. Lewis
Lewis Foundry and Machine Company
Western Lands
Prominest
Charles C. Scaifer
North
W. Dewees Wood
Subsidies and Interest Rates Hamper U S Steamship Trade
Esiph W. Carroll of the American Tube and Iron Company argues two main obstacles to U S merchant marine expansion. He cites the lack of congressional subsidies and higher English interest rates as key factors deterring American manufacturers from South American markets, noting the large gap in borrowing costs could negate competitive advantage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Esiph W. Carroll
American Tube and Iron Company
Congress
Glass Makers Favor Reciprocal Trade with South America
City glass manufacturers debate methods to enter South American markets. They favor subsidies for steamers and foreign competition concerns. Wages at home curb subsidy plans as Belgian prices threaten U S exports. Industry leaders warn against overreliance on vessel subsidies and emphasize domestic costs and labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
South America
Subidy
McKea
Jass
Eee van Bealam
America
Chambers
Stevenson
Anne
Pittsburg
Seaboard
New York
ATCH
Subsidy Prompts Strong Support for South American Steamers
Businessmen across industries voiced support for subsidizing American steamship lines to South America. A.P. Cochrane of Revere Rubber cited potential $100,000 annual gains plus broader rubber industry benefits, while Joseph Horne and J. John A. Reed urged subsidies to boost commerce and access Buenos Aires. Others noted transport difficulties with foreign vessels and called for American-flag ships to service South American trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P. Cochrane
Revere Rubber Company
South America
Oseph Horne
Oe Pittebore
America
J. John A. Reed
Walter A. Wood
Buenos Aiers
Bassell & Company
Mssilion, O
McCormick
C. Aultman
Canton
David L. Fulton
Brasil
Abel
Eastern Delegates Return After Monongahela Excursion
Shriners from Kismet Temple depart by special train to Brooklyn with Pittsburg companions, stopping at Harrisburg for Republican conventions and Cresson Springs for entertainment. A Monongahela river boat trip covers Braddock and McKeesport with Imperial Potentate Samuel Briggs delivering the annual address. Committees are named for credentials finance and more. Col Hudson presides at a banquet with a lavish menu and speeches stressing fellowship and hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hodnon
Foraker
Kismet Temple
Imperial Council of the Mystic Shrine
Brooklyn
Pittsburg Shriners
Harrisburg
Cresson Springs
Monongahela River
Braddock
McKeesport
Imperial
Samuel Briggs
Cleveland
L. P. Ecker
G. H. Walker
W. N. Baldwin
Richard P. Marvin, Jr
James H. Thompson
William Egan
E. J. Jordan
Benjamin W. Rowell
W. A. Stiles
J. B. Eakins
G. P. Balman
E. ©.Culp
J. K. Ashby
Noble
Trask
Shelbert F. Alien
Matthew R. Wolf
Water Street
Monongshell
Crawford County
Panmosone Te
Leigh Impesial
Pittsburg
Sam Cleveland
William EB
Cincinnati
Imew
Rabban
G Walker
Washington, D. C
Henry O
Boston
Wayland Trask
Besant Reet
Monona
Bruce G Follow
Detroit
James
Wren Imperial Sanek Guten
Frask Bet
E. C. Culp
Mayo
Louis
We Benne
Cedar — Apes
Joseph Eichbaunt
J. A Aerr
Ohio
Estimies
Hudson
Delegates Arrive for Sixth International Sunday School Convention
Hundreds of delegates arrive in Pittsburgh for the Sixth International Sunday School Convention representing all states and British provinces. Organizers assign quarters as 400 to 500 have arrived with 700 to 800 more expected, while Allegheny County’s quota is 338 schools and 68,811 scholars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Essig
North America
Prince Edward's Island
New Brunswick
Manitoba
Pittsburg
Allegheny County
Estes
Georgia
Aong
Assyria
Ndia
William Reynolds
Phil
Pennsylvania
New York
Canada
Sunda
London
Boston
Bothnia
Stabb
Excell
Chicago
Wiel
Reynolds
Dr. de Witt
Tennessee
Dr. Potts
Toronto
Church of Christ
Atlanta
BF. Jacobs
Pan American Trade Amid South American Growth Cited
The speaker notes Americans with limited pene experience could aid Brazil by improving transport for goods. Brazilian merchants prefer goods but lack transport, while the English invest in Brazil. Sister republics are advancing rapidly and Abel's trip is hoped to spur more trade toward South America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
George A. Kelly
George Olly
Pan-American Congress
Farquhar
Brazil
Mr. Abel
Campbell's Idea on Subsidies and Shipping Policy
James Campbell former Glass Workers' Association president argues subsidies are flawed for railroads yet suggests Government ship lines with freight rates to cover costs. He sees a staged approach to build trade with South American markets benefiting Pitts glass manufacturers and Pan-American interests while a solution is sought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sabsidlee
Uncle Sam
James Campbell
The
Glass Workers’ Association
Association
Congress
Campbell
Pitts
Tom and His Teacher by Bishop Vincent at Oakland Church
Bishop John H. Vincent, author of the Chautauqua Movement, spoke on Tom and His Teachers. He argued boys are formed by home and school influences, warned against cheap literature, and praised Sunday School values shaping boys into good, steadfast individuals. The small audience showed warm appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John H. Vincent
Oakland M. E
Tom
Vincent
Everett Pianos Club limits new memberships before July first
The Everett Pianos club announces its list of 8350 members nearly complete and will close this month due to high demand. Existing members may receive pianos at the club price of 250 dollars, while after July 1, 1890 retail prices will range from 425 dollars, with styles affecting exact cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Crown
Market St
Allegheny
Everett
Everett Company
Mayor Urges Fourth of July Fund Drive in Pittsburg
Mayor Gourley appeals to citizens and banks for donations to finance an old-time Independence Day celebration in Schenley Park on July 4. He announces a goal of 1200 dollars and asks prominent business men to contribute promptly, noting early subscriptions already arriving and naming treasurer Dean Desubon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gourley
Denniston
Pittisbung
Dean &I
Schenley Park
Ldea
H. L Goosney
Ajor Desubion
Gol
G. B
National Bank
Jd. B. J. W. Pratt
A. Kelborge
A. Kelley
le K. J
Bo c
F. Dahon
D. Evans
Dines
Church L. A. den
Hager
Harry O'Toole
M. Clark
E. Lewis
Crosby Gray G
B. Moore
de Lassus GJ
Clarke
Pittsburg
New York
Chi
Heinz Half Day Holiday for Office Staff at Sharpsburg
The H. J. Heinz Co. held a first half holiday Saturday for about twenty office staff. They visited the 800 acre Sharpsburg farm, toured the horseradish fields, played tennis and ball, and enjoyed a 12 course dinner at Mr Heinz's residence. The firm will grant Saturday afternoons off until October 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Heinz Co
Heinz
Sharpsburg
First Popular Excursion to Atlantic City Planned
The First Popular Excursion of the Season to Atlantic City sails July 3, 1890 via B and O R R through Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia. Round trip ten dollars with ten day validity and Washington stop. Special trains with Pullman cars depart the B&O depot at 9:00 pm. apply to E D Smith, Division Passenger Agent, Pittsburgh, Pa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
Washington
D. C
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Atashington
At & A. Mm
E. D. Smith
Pittsburg
Washington, D. C
Three Rare Bargains At Hoffmann Music Store
Three bargains advertised: a 744 octave Chickering upright piano priced at 200 dollars, a Decker Brother piano, and a carved Chickering at half original cost. Purchases at J. M. Hoffmann & Co. 537 Smithfield Street. Also a sewing school sale at Simon Johnston’s residence Hazelwood on Wednesday evening June 25. Friends invited for an open air gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Hoffmann & Co
Smithfield Street
Church of the Good Shepherd
Simon Johnston
Second Avenue
Hazelwood
Real Estate Savings Bank listing and varied ad notices
A collage of early 20th century notices including a bank advert for Real Estate Savings Bank Ltd at 401 Smithfield Street with 4 percent interest on deposits, plus political headquarters for Alex Wilson at Hotel Schlosser, and multiple consumer ads for gin tonic, steamship excursion, fabrics, clothing, and hats. The items reflect local commerce, promotions, and political activity with scattered prices and services.
First Western Pennsylvania Equal Rights Assoc Convened
The first regular convention of the Western Pennsylvania contingent of the American Citizens' Equal Rights Association met in Municipal Hall with 32 delegates from Allegheny Mercer Indiana Lawrence Armstrong and Washington counties. Mrs Broadax Smith spoke as the sole female member urging organized self reliance while criticizing political manipulation of Black electors. Cesar A Taylor addressed the tariff impact on Black voters and the group planned a state convention for August in Harrisburg with representation rules matching the State Republican Convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broadax Smith
J. ©. Delphy
Pennsylvania
American Citizens’ Equal Rights Association
Common Council Chamber
Municipal Hall
Allegheny
Mercer
Indiana
Lawrence
Armatrong
Washington
Gradture
Dr. Price
G. W. Clinton
North Carolina
Cesar A. Taylor
Republican Party
Cole
Great Publican Party
Committee On State Convention
Harrisburg
Pittsburg
Committee On Education
South
Roe
Gourley
A. Taylor
Beaver Area
D. P. Bea
Balti
On Trial for His Life Louise Wagner Center Avenue Livery Murder
Louis Wagner stands trial before Judge Slagle for the January 24 center avenue livery stable killing of John Bond. Prosecution rests after two witnesses. Defense argues self defense and offers witnesses to attest Wagner's good character. The defense plans to present Wagner on the stand this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise Wagner
Center Avenue
Cane
Louis Wagner
Slagle
John Bond
McNulty
East End
Wagner
Bond
Thomas M. Marshall
Thomas M. Marshall, Jr
Johnston
Avenus
John Fitzsimmons
Agner
Bood
Commonwealth
Ogner
John Bracken
J. B. McNulty
George Cline
Charles Cline
Alexander Sanders
William Hynes
Wiliam Keefer
No remedy rivals Hamba Figs for relief of tual constipation
Advertisement claims Hamba Figs cure constipation indigestion and sick headache with swift action. Notes a drug company sale and showcases hat bargains at Jos Horxwere & Co. Penn Avenue Stores, listing reduced prices on sun hats, walking hats, turbans and toques from $3.50 and $2.50 to $1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milan
Jos
HorxwEe & Co
Penn Avenue
Bargain Gobelin and Axminster Carpets Offered at $150 Yard
A sale lists 6,000 yards of Gobelin and Axminster carpets with borders at 150 dollars per yard. The vendor claims these are the greatest bargains ever offered here, noting that similar goods have never sold for less than two dollars per yard more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gobelin and Axminster Co
Spring Skies at Pitcairn's Cloths 434 Wood
Largest stock of vesting and trousering at Pitcairn's 434 Wood, wholesale bargains in 75c to 1 bargain lines. Two toned suitings, light-weight plains, imported mixtures, Mohair, Scotch Chevrats and Berges in navy black and gray. durable colors resist sun and salt water. prices from 75c to 1 per yard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pitcairn’s
Indicted for Murder In McKeesport Aunt Case
The grand jury returned a true bill against James E. Myers for the murder of his aunt Miss Douglass of McKeesport. A separate bill against Emma Beck as accessory before the fact was ignored. Other true bills listed include Burke, Burke, Gross, McNally, McNally for various assaults and crimes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Myers
Douglass
Billie
James E. Myers
Miss Douglass
McKeesport
Emma EK. Beck
Cook
Margaret Burke
Sarah Burke
Michael Gross
Joan McNally
Joseph McNally
Charles McCabe
M. Chalk
Chalice
Grehefski
William “Schrader
Commonwealth criminal court case list names
A criminal court docket lists defendants including William Gilthrope Louis Gallagher George Dowling John Doman Oliverene Hess John Mab John Dou belly and others. The fragment provides only a partial roster with no case details or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Criminal Court — Commonwealth
William Gilthrope
Louis Gallagher
George Dowling
John Doman
Oliver Ene Hess
John Mab
John Doubelly
Will of Josephine Stewart Filed for Probate in Allegheny
Probate proceedings reveal Josephine Stewart's will leaving 2000 dollars to a Presbyterian Home board. A glass case issue occupies a commission hearing as John F. Scott is recalled for further testimony. In Criminal Court, John Hurley is convicted of assault and battery and Annie Lynch pleas guilty to illegal liquor sales. Patrick Curley convicted of unlawful cutting and wounding. Robert and Rebecca Means Lopez found guilty of selling liquor without license and on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josephine Stewart
Allegheny
Gamble
John F. Scott
John Hurley
Annie Lynch
Patrick Curley
Robert
Rebecca
Silk Fabrics Sale Advertising No. 16 Pieces
Catalog note lists cream white and plain black silks described as Real Japanese and Shanghai silks. Chinese silk fabric options include 24 inch width offered at 75 cents a yard and related pricing around 125 dollars per yard. The fragmentary ad signals a textile sale with multiple varieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai India
Black Silks and Armorettes Favor Light Summer Wear
In light summer weights for ladies seeking Black Silks without heavy weight, a line of Black ARMORETTES offers a pretty weave and light weight priced from $1 to $160 a yard with a 50 cent per yard reduction below import cost. A special lot of Black FRENCH GROS GRAINS comes in three lines, from various makes, priced from 0c to $1 G per yard, also about a half dollar below actual value.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Iron Men
Geme
Pitsburg
Lakes
Gulf
Ao Grand
Peru
Chile
South American
B. F. Jones
Pte
Ron
STEEL
GLASS
Monongahela
Colonel Hudson
Mystic Shrine
Oasis
Linen
Fentieman
Ellie
Noble Pearson Churen
Noble A. B. Wigley
Noble H. D. W
Noble Benjamin Darlington
Noble W
Brown
Miles
Jos. Fleming & Son's
Jos. Homan & Co
Ikinsburg
Presbyterian Church
Core
Methodist Seed
Club
Federal St., ‘Aileghant Po Tusa
Real Estate Savings Bank, Lim
Col
Fourth Avenue
Wilson's Headquarters
Alex Wilson
Hotel Schlosser
Arker
Pakkker
Mayflower
Wood Street
Hueus & Hacke
D. Lutz & Son
A. G. Campnren & Sons
Fifth Ave
Ladies’ Suit Dept
Jos, Horne & Co
Peon Avenue
Geer Boces & Bran
Pris Ted India
Usso Hueus & Hacker
Fl—A Big Jos
Hurne & Co
Koechlins & Schaerer
Hott
Hueus & Hacks
Freres Koechlins
Boees & Bunn
Faunel
Honxs & Co
Peon Avenues
FOR Equal Rights
Lif
Sixth St
Gobelin
Axminster
Moquette
Rittsburg
Ine
Soto
Edward Gruetzinger
Ginghams St
Iif
Sic
Gloria
Fisch Gloria
Cormers
Sarah
Biber & Eastox
Sos
507
Market Street
JUS. Horne & CO
Penn Ave
Uscal
Day
Trin
Horne & CO
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