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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1889
Page
2
Freemasons celebrate the dedication of a Grand Masonic Hall in Pittsburg led by Clifford P. MecCalla and George W. Guthrie. Speakers vow fraternal unity, honor past leaders, and honor the Grand Architect as the hall becomes a symbol of enduring virtue, charity, and learning.
The report covers a Masonic banquet in Pittsburgh celebrating Freemasons Hall. Speakers include Right Worshipful Grand Master and representatives of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. Addresses honor the craft, unity, and the church’s relation to Masonry as the hall is dedicated to the Fraternity.
The Grand Lodge of the colored Masons of Philadelphia met yesterday in Sheba Lodge No. at 17 Federal Street Allegheny with 21 lodges represented. Alfred S. Cassey of Philadelphus served as Grand Master and led officers including Hi Basa Pittesburg D Fatbee T Web Danville Green and TW Tate Grand Secretary as they conducted routine business.
A meeting of Seventh Eighth and Eleventh ward citizens protested the dismissal of Miss Forbes Miss Payne and Miss Aughirlaugh from Eleventh Ward School. Speakers urged board to justify removals and delay new teacher selections until causes are explained. A three member committee was appointed to convey resolutions to the board.
Police know William Jobe D Shea a notorious criminal long pursued by Pittsburg detectives. He was sentenced to life in the St Louis penitentiary for the killing of Officer Doran. Authorities say he evaded capture for years, using false names while eluding U S and state prisons. He had been recaptured after earlier escapes.
About a dozen prominent Southside businessmen met yesterday in the ante room of the defunct Farmers and Mechanics Bank at South Sixteenth and Carson streets to discuss a new bank for local business interests. The glass men favored reviving the bank but no action was taken as the move had already been granted, with John M. Kennedy, Esq. named as attorney and O Gechcene cited as a leading member. The bank’s name will be changed at the next meeting.
W. Abbott and H. C. Frick left for New York on private business. They claimed no prior knowledge of each other’s trip, meeting only at a station. Reports note Homestead improvements and possible effects on production and signatures for a labor-related matter remain uncertain.
Duquesne public school in the First ward will be open from 9 AM to 12 M Friday for visitors to view pupil work. The school shows enrollment about 4 percent higher than last year. A picnic is planned at Aliquippa Grove on June 20 as part of the joint event.
About 150 delegates arrived in the city for the Plumbers Convention. The session opens this morning at Standard Hall on Wood Street with President John Trainor of Baltimore delivering the opening address. The Executive Committee met to prepare the program and close the association's past year affairs. Delegates and their families are expected at receptions Friday evening.
The first Limited express from New York to Chicago ran yesterday after a three week pause caused by the Johnstown flood. It departed on time from New York and reached Union Station last night 42 minutes late. Officials say no train had been halted so long in a century on the Pennsylvania Railroad. In a separate incident Franco Rosco, practicing with a Winchester at his Fourth Avenue residence, accidentally shot his nephew Rotco Golderro in the leg. the injured man was treated at a hospital.
The Equitable Life Assurance Society introduces a simple promise to pay life policy. It is easy to understand like a bank draft or note, avoiding the lengthy rules of typical contracts. The policy uses a plain indorsement on the back for the holder, or a variant indorsement if desired.
Hinted motives suggest Chief Bigelow may resign from the Board of Awards amid discussed issues. The article notes parties at interest involved in the dispute and possible shifts in leadership.
The Pittsburg relief committee reports a large increase in yesterday's contributions to Johnstown sufferers, adding 23 128 72 to the prior total. Totals show 482 723 in money and goods, with 577 010 forwarded to Johnstown. donors include Haffroad workers and diverse city groups.
At yesterday's Chamber of Commerce meeting, the Special Committee on Public Buildings reported no findings due to absence. A communication from the Committee for the Improvement of Western Waterways was referred to River and Harbors with power to act. James Blaine sent a letter outlining international American Congress topics including customs, arbitration, uniform tariffs, and port cooperation.
Judge Thompson’s decree ends a four year fight in Fall River over the Ancient Order of Hibernians split. The Supreme Court confirms the Board of Erin’s win and dissolves the original division, ordering a pro rata distribution across factions.
A select audience witnessed an elocution contest at Ursuline Academy where senior and junior class gold medals were awarded. Marie Brohl won the senior prize with Sister and I while Mabel Scott took the junior prize for Asleep at the Switch amid praise from Father Murphy of Holy Ghost College for the fine display of talent and discipline.
Several Southside speak-easies were closed yesterday by the police. Jacob Beitler of South Twenty second street near the vaceline was arrested by Detective Richard Kelly on a $1,000 bond for selling alcohol to minors. Wynor Sustay and D. Christ were also arrested in connection with the crackdown and face hearings next Thursday.
The Court, in the Altenbaugh case from Crawford County, interprets the Brooks Law defining liquor furnishing. Justice Williams notes the 1887 act targets vendors not private citizens, but selling or giving to an affected person or minor remains unlawful. Private social sharing at home is exempt unless it endangers public morals or peace.
Officials report Allegheny County escaped bridge losses during recent heavy rain. No bridges were swept away or damaged. Some old structures are being repaired for wear and tear and many are receiving new floors.
Commissioners appoint surveyors from Washington and Allegheny counties to re survey the county line. Both sides have appointed teams previously and will meet soon to place new monuments marking the border. The process will require time and effort to complete.
Panhandle and Pennsylvania Railway superintendents joined by West Penn Railway officials surveyed the Pittsburg division and flooded districts. They planned inspections between the Hollow and Johnstown then to Altoona, Harrisburg, and the Middle division before returning via northern lines.
The Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Company of Newark New Jersey markets a policy described as conditionless, arguing it avoids forfeiture terms common to other policies. The firm claims years of use and offers specimen copies and applications through its local agent F T Lusx in the Safe Deposit Building at 83 Fourth Avenue for prospective clients.
The ad touts a final week June clearance with vast stock of suits and fabrics at low prices. It lists customers and addresses including G W Schmidt and others, highlighting $10 and $12 suits, 18 to 23 dollar values, and fabrics from 60 to 75 cents a yard. It invites shoppers to Corner Grant and Diamond Streets opposite the new Court House.
An old newspaper clipping advertises Steinmanns Teeder and Optician at 107 Federal Street Allegheny offering practical spectacles for $1. It mentions Ussa Briver Lake flour for making delicious bread and hints at a product sale with a time and location.
The advertisement row reports Haller Beck & Co giving away condensed water from their Rebecca street works amid claims of river pollution from Johnstown. It also touts Ivory flour, tailored suits, new embroidery, a gun catalog offer, and a large French dress goods purchase with heavy discounts at various Pittsburgh stores.
Local merchants advertise deep discounts on men’s suits from 18 to 28 dollars now cut to 10 and 12 dollars. The sale runs this week at P.C. Co. near the courthouse. Other stores tout flag brand clothing and leather goods with prices from 250 to 2250 dollars and cabinetworks at 100 per dozen through September.
The pacing race between James eesmare and John Fleming’s horse will be completed today. Two special trees and admission cents are noted in connection with the event.
A local ad offers gingham suits from five dollars and up and white lawn suits priced at nine ninety and up. The listing emphasizes affordable summer fashion with multiple price points.
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