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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1889

Page

2

Ruth Powlett in Care as Family Faces Ill

Ruth Powlett recovers after a fall with a slight concussion as Hesba and Hiram guard her. Hesba shows unexpected tenderness while Ruth strengthens, and misunderstandings within the Carne household unfold along with rumors of Miss Carne’s suitor and a tense confrontation between Ronald Mervyn and Reginald Carne.

Ruth Hesba Hiram Miss Carne Hiram Powlett Carne Arms Hesba Powlett Hesbi Powlett Ruth Powlett Hesbs Mother Roth Jion George Forester

Royal navy officer plans married life and future post

A passenger on the train reflects on his future in the navy and a hoped dockyard appointment at Portsmouth. He contemplates marriage and the life ahead before alighting at the pier and continuing his voyage aboard his ship while the narrative promises to resume next Saturday.

Admiralty Portsmouth

Late News In Brief From Across The States

Notices from Chicago city directory estimates and federal appointments. A Mobile and Ohio passenger train derailed after striking a cow 20 miles below Cairo Illinois, injuring several and fatally killing an elder woman. Customs discuss a post by parcel with Salvador. new South Dakota Republican convention set for August 2 at Huron with 448 delegates. Cascade County Montana forest fire consumes over vast acres, threatening hay lands. no lives reported. Leavenworth court seizes 43 beer and whisky parcels, threatening lawsuits by four express firms. Recent Patent Office promotions include Rogers Lane Harmon Carr and others. Sidney Nebraska bank cashier C M Morgan dies by self-inflicted wound. linked elopements tied to bank origins.

Mobile and Ohio Railroad Cairo Yoeresy Republic of Salvador British West Indies Republican State Central Committee South Dakota Frst Huron Cascade County Montana San Caules Leavenwo Kan American Express Company Express Company Express Patent Office Robert F. Rogera Pennsylvani Charles Statebanks Sidney Neb Morgan H. W. Yates Nebraska National Bank Omaha Frank Johnson Millonaire Johnson The State Bank

It Was Murder Dr Miller Death In Box Car

The coroner’s inquest on Dr Charles H Miller’s death at West Penn Hospital concluded yesterday. The jury ruled he died from wounds inflicted by a blunt instrument by unknown persons. Special Officer Edward Fillinger was censured for not inspecting the car closely. Coroner McDowell calls it murder, while police dispute that.

Charles H. Miller West Penn Allegheny Valley Railroad Edward Fillinger Miller McDowell

McKeesport Banker Won't Prosecute Doctor

Mr E W Pitts cashier of the People's Bank of McKeesport declines to prosecute Dr W D Rankin, stating the doctor caused only a side head blow and that no injury was inflicted. Also advertised is Dr Jaynes Tonic Vermifuge a safe worm remedy and tonic for all ages.

E. W. Pitts The People’s Bank of

Fine Whisky Catalogs and Firearm Offer From 19th Century Ad

A historical advertisement lists Pure Rye Whisky brands such as Meins Pure Rye and Gibson’s Pure Rye, with full quarts, and claims a million gun and revolver catalogs illustrated with a price list. Free distribution via call or postcard from C. J. H. Johnston, 706 Smithfield St.

Guia Old Cabinet Eee Ueda Lee Guckenheimer Sshiniat C. C. J. H. Johnston Smithfield St

Case of recovery after illness at Globe Works

Charles A Miller of A Speer and Son's Globe Works describes a debilitating illness marked by nose, chest and head pains, fatigue, night sweats, and breath trouble. After trying various treatments he consulted Drs Copeland and Blair, whose care led to steady improvement and full recovery, with Miller praising their services and vouching for verification in Ohio township near Fort Wayne road.

Charles A. Miller A. Speer & Son Globe Works Duquesne Way Sixth Street Copeland Blair A.speer & Son Ohio Township Fort Wayne Road

Public sewer assessment for McKee heirs and Wood on Louisa and Cunliffe

Viewers report details the assessment of costs for constructing an 18 inch and other sewer works on Louisa Street and adjacent McKee heirs and Wm Wood properties from Fifth Avenue to Cunliffe Run. The Raleigh in the city of Pittsburgh shows lineal feet of pipe, manholes, castings, and related expenses, with notices served and meetings held June 18.

Louisa Streats Mekkee Heirs Wm. Wood Cunliffe Nipaeempee Pitts Renee Ted Louisa McKee Invest Os Cunliffe Vania Gan Connells Board of Viewers Pittsburg Department of Public Works M. Co Louisa Street McKae Heirs Wis Wood East East Side Fifth Avenue Cunliffe Run D. A. Hengat Loeffler Oe W. D. Wood Ceescee Py Joba Ce Elizabe Gavitt Mary J Rosetta Paliy Fee Theresa Knake J. Weber Lenz Daniel McKee Wla Ace Mbd Mesran Louisa— M. Kleinschmidt McC. Dravo W.D. Wr Speahman Canes Stratton Frank Schaffer Moyran Street West Aid F. Moore H. Morrow Charles E. Kach John Stippich Na Eorge Reineman Theo. Frey Bunton M. Jarrett T. P A. L. Matthews I Chance A. Stoyers Chance Oaks Avenue Usise Anna D Pere W. E. Steiren Helen M. Hill John G. Connell George F. Kim Seerthh Ween Assemblee Vania Sssutet Sasade Lane Seiete O Department of Public Works Mt. Do

Pittsburg sewer and street ordinance details 1880

Public works proceedings in Pittsburg outline sewer line assessment for Ab Se Fifth Avenue and adjacent property owners. Includes viewer findings, pipe lengths, assessments for numerous parcels, and ordinances establishing Barton Street grade and paving actions.

Frazier Case: Architect's Remarkable Recovery Tale

John G. Frazier, a Pittsburg Allegheny architect, describes a severe decline in health including weight loss, deafness, and fatigue. After seeking Drs Copeland and J.T., he reports rapid improvement: regained weight, sleep, hearing, and vision, and now feels strong and grateful for his restoration.

John G. Frazier Pittsburg Allegheny Kirkwood Street Nervou Drs. Copeland & J. T Soma

Fireworks Stock Display by James W. Grove on Fifth Ave

Don’t buy fireworks before examining the largest city stock at James W. Groves on Fifth Avenue. Goods come from top national manufacturers and cover all novelties in the line. Bill Nye notes cathe- nette Awmors and some of his otton adventures in connection with the exhibit.

James W. Grove Fifth Avenue Bill Nye

Delicious Cocoa Powder Advert Is Both Delicious And Economical

A vintage food ad extols a cocoa product as delicious and nutritious. It promises high quality from ripest beans and removal of indigestible fats, costing $1 per pound yet yielding more value than two pounds of adulterated cocoa. Leading grocers and druggists supply it.

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