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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1889

Page

2

Uniform Check Aims to Curb Bank Employee Theft

A reporter surveys how major city banks guard funds and limit employee misdeeds. Charles F. Bean of Union National Bank explains dual control, two bookkeepers, and cross verification to prevent falsifying entries. Annual ten day vacations allow oversight. defalcations stay rare amid many banks in operation. Mourning over schemes is cautioned by Mr Granger of North American Guarante Company as prudent safeguards are stressed.

Charles F. Bean Union National Bank Dean Dhare Wml Granger North American Guarante Company Yester Piteburg Bank

Western University Plans New Building Style Changes

A nine member committee for the Western University reported on a contemplated new building and proposed a distinctive course style. Trustees favored the proposals and expect the university to become a leading representative educational institution in the state.

The Western University Educa Institution

County Officials Paid War Rants From Revenue Act

County Treasurer paid warrants for Recorder Graham 650 dollars and Prothonotary 500 dollars. The payments cover fees accruing to officials from the revenue act operations. Supreme Court rulings supported disbursing the money after prior delays by the County Controller.

Graham Supreme County Speer Supreme Court

The Ironworkers' Attorney Selection Process Discussed

The Amalgamated Association will have its attorney chosen by an Advisory Board of three trustees plus the President, Secretary and Treasurer. The board will meet soon and has already named potential candidates, though some difficulty in finalizing the list is anticipated.

Amalgamated Association S Manes

Pleasant Birthday Banquet Fetes Longtime Councilman

After adjournment of the Allegheny Belpct Council last night Mr W W Speer from the Fifth ward who has served for many years announced his fifty fifth birthday and invited the branch to a banquet at the hall of the council.

Allegheny Belpct Council W. W. Speer Fifth Ward

Horse Stolen From Allegheny Residents Reported

Chief of Police Kirschler of Allegheny received a telegram confirming a horse was stolen from William J. Chnubbick yesterday. The incident is under investigation and police are pursuing leads.

Kirschler Allegheny Yesterfay William 8. Chnubbick

National Convention of Master Plumbers Reports Progress

Delegates to the National Association of Master Plumbers met in Lafayette Hall. Reports from Wisconsin Connecticut Pennsylvania and Colorado indicated satisfactory progress. Committees were appointed to study the President's and Executive Committee reports. Resolutions condemned direct sales of fixtures to consumers. The session adjourned until morning at 9:20 o clock.

National Association of Master Plumbers Lafayette Hall Wisconsin Connecticut Pennsylvania Colorado W. H. Wright Board of Health of Philadelphia Building Trades Association Enoch Remick Boston Baltimore New York Pittsburg Trainer C.H. Humbert

Officials Return From Flood Duty On Western Lines

The Western lines officials who left Monday to inspect flood districts returned yesterday citing progress from Long Hollow to the viaduct. Volunteers rebuilt 48000 feet of trestle and about 88000 feet of track in 11 days with grading and cinder support enabling 30 mph operation. They praised workers and noted double pay for employees of the Pennsylvania Company west of the city who helped at Johnstown.

Western Lines Pennsylvania Railroad Harrisburg Williamsport Long Hollow Pivania Comany Johnstown

Ladies Relief Committees Aid Johnstown Families

At the Exposition Building headquarters eight volunteers aided 75 local families. More than 1500 outfits, 21 sacks of flour, five dozen canned fruit, 60 bushels potatoes, two mattresses and blankets distributed. Visitors from Concord Mass offered further clothing donations.

Exposition Building Johnstown Bach Informa J. B Bex Miss E Bien McKnight Pacfic Charities Alice B. Linder Concord Mass Anne

Their Third Lawn Fete at Holy Ghost College

Four hundred youths attended the third annual lawn fete at Holy Ghost College Silver Lake last evening. Gernert and Guenther provided music and a late night lunch followed in the grove. The committee included E. L. O Connor Joseph Gay and T A Joyce, with many ladies listed among the grand march participants.

Holy Ghost College Silver Lake Gernert Guenther Sue E. L. O'Connor Joseph En Gay Charles M. Hukil T. A. Joyce O'Connor Bailey Casey Jessocieg Ohary McCullough Suter Fennessy Cunningham Hanlon Friday Shannon Peterson Clarke O’brien

Arson Charge Against Mansfield Storeowner Bane

Joseph Bane facing arson accusations in Mansfield after his house and store burned Feb 10. Hearing held before Alderman McMasters, bail set at 1000 dollars. Prosecutor County Detective Langhurst led witnesses as investigators considered circumstantial evidence sufficient to hold him for court.

Joseph Bane McMasters Langhurst Bane Mansfield

Mayor McCallin Denies Calling Board of Awards Meeting

McCallin chairman says he has received no notice to summon a Board of Awards meeting and would not call one without such notice. He notes only chiefs can request a meeting in writing. A separate source says no meeting will occur soon, but a compromise between Chief Brown and Bigelow is possible before week’s end.

Board of Awards McCallin Dispatch Ments Chife Brown Bigelow

Anti Prohibition Campaign Committee Faces Large Expenses

The Anti Prohibition organization met at headquarters to settle campaign expenses. Figures were not fully disclosed but are said to run into thousands with $15,000 listed for the alone. The group is supported by wholesale liquor dealers including bottlers and retailers.

Fourth Avenue Cam Ene A anti-Prohibition Society

Allegheny Zoo Panel Sets Evening Meeting

The sul-park committee of Allegheny Councils will convene this evening to consider establishing a hill site. No definite action will be taken at this regular committee gathering as remonstrances are to be reviewed.

Allegheny Councils Vening

Music Evening by Young People's Society at First Presbyterian

The Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor presents an evening of music in the chapel of the First Presbyterian Church. The program will be conducted under the leadership of Mr Whiting with assistance from Mrs Lessie Pershing Anderson.

Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor First Presbyterian Church Whiting Mra Léssie Pershing-Anderson Butler Street M. E Fortieth Street Charles Davis Carter Sadie Olive R. McKinley B. Brockett C.M. Horah

Man Attacks Businessman in Central Hotel Lobby Stormy Scene

A hatless man of unknown motive rampaged through the Central Hotel lobby chasing a target into the writing room and toward Smithfield street. Clerks and owners intervened as fragments from a broken cuspidor and a toppled room showed the struggle. a 23 year old wife and her husband were central to a later domestic confrontation with a separate man.

Central Hotel Smithfield Street

Woman and man dispute over hotel meeting in Johnstown

A McKeesport man and a woman known to him clashed over a plan to transact business at the Central Hotel after meeting on a train. The husband sought action from Mayor McCallin, who said criminality was outside his power. The wife left the hotel and returned home. she is described as a small, attractive brunette with a previously good reputation.

Lstter Ameee McKeesport Eny Central Hotel Pittsburg Buat Baltimore and Ohio Johnstown McCallin Otel Heny

Townsend Appeals to Chief Bigelow Over Street Car Project

Amos E Townsend, contractor for the Second Avenue Passenger Railway, appeals to Chief Bigelow and Superintendent King after Philadelphia Gas Company resumed pipe repairs, delaying track laying and roadbed work. Townsend asserts right of way and the hard street work as justification. a settlement between parties is probable.

Philadelphia Gas Company Amos E. Townsend Second Avenue Bigelow Townsend Philadelphia The Philadelpany

Young Thief Tied to Southside Band Arrest

About twelve o'clock yesterday Daniel Kinslow aged 16 tapped the till of Philip Kh Todd nation dealer at 6 Carson street Southside. About $25 was secured but Kinslow was captured and the money recovered. It is alleged he with several others formed a band of boy thieves in the Southside area for some time.

Daniel Kinslow Philip Kh. Todd Nation Carson Street Southside Kinslow Twenty-Highth Wand

Domestic in Difficulty in Bellevue Arrest

Mary Staley, a domestic worker for J. F. Niehaus of Bellevue, was arrested in Allegheny by Detective Eichenlaub on a charge of larceny after receiving five hundred dollars. Oswalden obtained the information and she was later released.

Mary Staley J. F. Niehaus Bellevue Allegheny Eichenlaub Laracen Ceed Weet Aero Rr Oswalden

Firemen for Jotsnetown Chief Crew

Fire department units from Allegheny and Jobuatown aided by Jotsnetown volunteers battled a blaze yesterday. The incident defined by rapid response and coordinated use of hoses and ladders, with no serious injuries reported.

Allegheny Fire

Wells to Bring Cool Water to Allegheny Parks

The Park Committee plans four new artesian wells in Allegheny parks to provide free drinking water after city river water concerns. Following Captain Grey’s public well, the committee will seek contracts next Monday, aiming for ornamental pumps at four spots to serve visitors, with costs and depths to be determined.

Allegheny Captain Grey Johnstown Untain Park Committee

Inquest Resumes Over Hutchinson Doctor Found in Boxcar

The coroner reopened the inquest into the death of Dr. C. H. Miller of Hutchinson Kansas found in a boxcar on the Allegheny Valley Railroad. Testimony by Dr. Sands and Dr. Eberich described wounds and the victim’s condition and statements. The hearing adjourned to tomorrow morning with witnesses noting possible blunt force injuries and lack of blood on tools.

C. H. Miller Hutchinson Kan Allegheny Valley Railroad John Fallen Forty, Third Street R. M. Sands T. J. Eberich West Penn Hospital Moe Philacapes Mony Valley Hetirad Os Gheny

Special Session Council Considers Street Improvements

A Special Session of Allegheny Select Council met to review the Street Committee report. George Schad, sworn in by Chairman Lindsay, declined a license as saloon keeper. McAfee urged asphalt paving on Federal Street as an experiment. Several street improvement ordinances were passed after debate and a referred water and sewer plan was noted.

Allegheny Select Council George Schad Eighth Ward Lindsay Schad Judge White Frey Pee Iain McAfee Federal Street South Diamond Ohio Street Ohio Connecta

Will Sail for Europe on City of Paris

Mr C L Magee and wife departed for the East last night and will likely remain until July 10 before sailing to Europe aboard the City of Paris with Magee's sister George M von Bonnhorat and Senator Rutan. Pittsburgers including William Rueckelsen John Henkel and daughter left on the New York express for Europe. Signor Josef Paoletti his wife and daughter head to Lucia Italy for a year.

C. L. Magee

Local items reflect street lights and court tales in Allegheny

Local notes report electric lights along Carson Street to be lit Saturday. A child fell from a tree at a Beltzhoover school picnic, breaking a leg. Langaty Hawt remodeling planned for $5,000 benefiting East End YMCA branch. Various arrests, legal notices, society events, and a public drinking fountain meeting are mentioned across Pittsburgh’s Allegheny district.

Carson Street John Bowen Turner Street Allegheny Palace Setarael Beltzhoover School Langaty Hawt East End M.C. A Toreiani May Douglas Meng Ustin Street J. M. Wawrers Johnstown Pittsbunda Soan E. L. Gillespie Armilion Allegheny County Supreme Court Philadelphia John Robb Susanging

Frohsinn Club Opens New House With Concert Banquet Ball

The Frohsinn Singing Society opened its new club house at 405 Penn Avenue with a private grand concert banquet and ball. The exclusive event featured a German inspired interior with Ladies quarters, a club hall, billiard room, and reading parlor. The Toerge Orchestra performed as Nickolas Rauber spoke on the society’s 40 year history and the ladies’ contributions. About 200 guests attended the night of celebration with decorations and a lavish banquet concluding the evening.

Frohsinn Singing Society Penn Avenue G. W. Backofen Frohsinn Socie Scheer Cassel Germany FP. Bechtel Toerge Fred Toerge Nickolas Rauber Prof. Lohmann

Allegheny Ninth Ward selects new school staff

The Ninth ward school directors in Allegheny elected J B Arbuckle principal G F Shales Kate L Cowers Mary Madden Mary Collins Ada Noah M J Douglas Maggie Herdman Nellie Day Anita Cordier Beatrice Harrington and Miss Walker for the year Miss Walker fills the vacancy left by aging Mrs Aldia Carse The board noted controversy over Mrs Carse and he picnic plans are set for June 23 at McKee’s Rocks Grove with a parallel event at Shingiss Park in Pittsburgh nearby.

Ninth Ward Allegheny J.B. Arbuckle G. F. Shales Kate L. Cowers Mary Madden Mary Collins Ada Noah M. J. Douglas Maggie Herdman Nellie Day Anita Cordier Beatrice Harrington Miss Walker Aldia Carse McKee's Rocks Grove Pittsburg Shingiss Park McKee's Rocks Grove

Heptasophs Form New Allegheny District Centered in McKeesport

The Independent Order of Heptasophs in Allegheny county forms a district combining McKeesport Braddock Homestead and nearby areas. Headquarters at McKeesport will host a July 2 meeting at 2 PM to elect a district deputy and arrange attendance at the New York biennial. Representatives from all conclaves will attend the convention and the banquet.

Heptasophs McKeesport Independent Order of Heptasophs Allegheny County Braddock Homestead Pittsburg New York Oficersa

Edison Light Co Wins City Contract for Lamps and Wiring

The McKeesport Light Co awarded the contract for big sea lamps and wiring was given to Edison Light Co. to complete in 80 days subject to weather. Charles Vaulter alias Charles Dawes faced Alderman Warner on forgery and false pretenses charges, accused of taking $40 from Mrs. Makweek and others as an alleged Law and Society agent, with no bail posted.

McKeesport Charles Vaulter Charles Dawes Mary Makweek Alderman Warner Twelfth Ward Makweek Law and Er Society Chas, Dawen

Allegheny Market Committee Debates Garbage Furnace Sparks

Mr Jenilson, a nearby property owner, files a complaint about the new market furnace service. He says sparks from the stack set fire to his house and pose a constant menace. A subcommittee is appointed to investigate.

Allegheny Market Committee Jenilson

Three Italians and a Monkey Arrested in City Ward

Three Italians Bartola Franzia Frank Panzena and Anthony Frenzen were arrested and lodged in the Fourteenth ward station last night. They face charges of violating a city ordinance. Lieutenant Finsgera led the arrest and a hearing will be held to determine the case.

Fourteenth Ward Bartola Franzia Frank Panzena Anthony Frenzen Finsgera

Two School Picnics At Halton Grove

The Ralston school held its annual picnic at Halton Grove yesterday with over 1000 attendees. Principal Arthur Burgoyne and the teachers supervised the event. A second note mentions Toate O'Hara school preparing for a picnic at the game grove and Pyatt's Chlorides advertised for house drains and cellars.

Ralston School Halton Grove Arthur Burgoyne Toate ‘O'Hara School

Mount St Ursula Holds Nineteenth Annual Commencement

The Mount St. Ursula Academy at Oakland held its nineteenth commencement with elaborate exhibits in art and needlework. Fifty-six students sang and performed on multiple pianos, with French recitations and vocal solos, as gold and silver medals were awarded to top students in French vocal music speech and elocution, and a gold harp prize was won in a drawing.

Mount St. Urania Academy Oakland E. Daily Petrolia F. Loeffler Alice Abel Victoria Quadrilles Isses Donlevry M M Bertha Millie O'Neil Gertrude My. Neallan Bertha Bertalott Katie Harman Owens Mable Scott Marie Broh Troy Hill Petray Dee D. Herzog Allegieny Snowflnk Edna Benser Isery Rhymes Verdi M Fetterman G. Jolly Bruhl B. O'Neil Allce Kim- A. Masson Judith Tias A McCaffrey Misa Belle McG A. A. Abel Iehing Father Murphy Holy Daisy Herzog Tha Wasson Marie Brahi Annie Thmsen Mollie Page Alice Kimmel Midge Seaforth Christian Dodrim Alice Fetterman Gertrude Ees Lidia Buettler Jora Loeffler Augusta al Beasie O'Neil Miss Maria

Colored Republicans seek support from President in South

Ex Senator Bruce and Fourth Auditor Lynch led a delegation of colored Republicans to the president. They delivered an address from the Jackson Mississippi conference dated June 13 on Southern political status. The president thanked them and pledged fair treatment, confirming his backing for their conservative stance and political rights. Also present were Senators Stockbridge Morgan and Representatives Brown Struble Coleman, John Wise, Charles F. Johnson, and a Woman's Christian Temperance Union committee. Secretary Blaine joined with W Walter Phelps to discuss his appointment as Minister to Germany.

Washington Bruce Lynch Jackson Miss Stockbridge Morgran Brown Struble Coleman John Wise U Nia Charlies F. Johnson Cincinnati Woman's Christian Temperance Union Blaine W. Walter Phelps Samoan Commission Germany

Indiana Operators Stand Firm in Brazil Wage Talks

In Indianapolis the Board of State Charities met with operators and miners at Brazil over wage reductions. The session adjourned at noon with no definite result. Operators maintain a 70 to 75 cent rate and refuse other terms, while miners seek acceptance of proposed working statements. Secretary Johnson stayed to consult with the miners.

Indianapolis Board of State Charities Brazil Dla Johnson Board of Charities

Death by electricity debated in Kemmber murder case

Special Telegram to Theinspaten reports Judge Tracy Becker will hear testimony on July 8 to decide if death by electricity is cruel and inhuman. Officials say overturning the electric chair law could void the hanging penalty and restore the death sentence. others argue repeal may be constitutional and New York would lack a death penalty without it.

Theinspaten Burrato Jones Tracy C. Becker Kemmber Tabor Quinby Charles 8. Hatch Kemmier Kemmler New York

Persico Not Afraid of Irish Nationalists

In Rome on June 2 a report quotes Monsignor Persico as denying that Irish Nationalists plotted to abduct him if he returned to Ireland. The claim appears to be an imaginary story linked to papal disagreements over Oriental rites and Persico's possible actions.

Monsignor Persico Rome Ireland

Pure water from artesian wells offered free to Allegheny residents

Messrs Haller Beck and Co offer condensed artesian water from their saltworks on Rebecca Street free to the public with a chemical analysis showing purity. Residents Meenan and Brown report river water pollution in Johnstown and urge drinking water reform. A reservoir project is planned to store the purified water for drinking and cooking.

Messrs Haller Beck & Co Rebeccs Street Allegheny Meenan and Brown Johnstown Messrs. Haller, Beck & Co

Fine spectacles and cigars at Steinmann's Allegheny shop

Steinmann's, Jeweler and Optician at 107 Federal Street in Allegheny, offers fine spectacles ready for sight. The shop promotes over 200 varieties of imported Key West and domestic cigars priced per 100 with MIDT, Nos. s nd at Fifth Ave.

Steinmann’s, Jeweler and Optician Federal St Allegheny Usssu Key West

Excursion to Johnstown and Local Advertisements

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad sells Sunday excursion tickets to Johnstown at 23.35 roundtrip with a 7 30 A M departure from the new depot. Henxpricks Co advertises low prices cabinets one dollar a dozen at 68 Federal Bd Allegheny. Angostura Bitters touted for instant relief for dyspepsia. Fireworks offered with reduced prices and varied display. J H Jonestor advertises fireworks at 706 Smithfield St with quality guaranteed.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Johnstown Henxpricks & Co Federal Allegheny J. H. Jonestor Smithfield St

Old Salt Schley Relieved to Command Baltimore Cruiser

Commodore Schley leaves the Bureau of Equipment and Recruiting by his own request and will command the new cruiser Baltimore. The move aims to set an example for younger naval officers that staff posts should be time-limited. The Baltimore is noted as the largest new cruiser and a strong assignment awarded after his retirement from the bureau.

Washington Commodore Schley Bureau of Equipment and Recruiting Navy Department Baltimore Naval Service Airand

Ormsby Sues Tracy for 100000 Over Navy Dismissal

George B. Ormsby, recently dismissed from the U S Navy, files suit in the District of Columbia Supreme Court seeking 100000 damages from Secretary Tracy for trespass connected to his recent Mare Island imprisonment and dismissal. He claims no grounds for arrest or authority for imprisonment and cites improper conduct of the case and prison ship conditions.

Uncle Sam Navy Tracy Washington George B. Ormsby Supreme Court of the District of Columbia Trespasa Mare Island Cali Spence Secretary of the Navy Remey

Powers charges filed after McKeesport assault

Thomas Powers, badly beaten Tuesday morning, identified Richard ane before Squire Y. Powers charged ane with assault and battery and bail was set, sending the accused to jail.

Thomas Powers McKeesport Richard Ane

City swindlers in silk bate posing as club house promoters

For days four well dressed young men, in silk bate and prosperous appearance, canvassed the city claiming to build a club house for commercial travelers. Assistant Intendant O'Mara calls them frauds and warns residents.

O'Mara

England Will Cling to Egypt Amid Evacuation Dispute

Lompon June 21 England refuses to guarantee Egypt evacuation as demanded by France. France seeks annulment of the Anglo Turkish convention of 1887 and the Egyptian conversion plan is abandoned. Fifth Ave shows a larger line of fireworks and cigars including La Perla del Fomar Havana Key West brands offered at low prices.

England Egypt Lompon France Fifth Ave Havana Key West G. W. Schmidt

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