New Law for Slums Tenement House Supervision
City health officials push for a New York style tenement act to curb overcrowding in Italian lodging houses in Bloomfield and surrounding areas. Superintendent Baker surveys sites on Liberty and Laurel Avenues noting extreme overcrowding and foul odors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomfield
Bureau of Health
Thomas W. Baker
Musgrave Building
Liberty
Baker
Clarence Burleigh
New York State
Mr. Baker
Bendel
Laurel Avenue
Conditions in the Convict Block Describe Bunks and Heat
The report details crowded dormitories with four tier bunks housing two to four men, extreme warmth, and a foul odor. Men shed clothes for pillows, bake bread weekly, and drink beer, with occasional gambling and minor quarrels, noted by Detective Sol Coulson who cites difficulty convicting Italians and distrust of police by the Chinese.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calcutta
Fred
Sol Coulson
Lawyers Seek Recommitment to Grand Jury in Two Ignored Indictments
W D Moore filed petitions asking the court to recommit two cases to the grand jury after bills were ignored and costs charged to prosecutors. One involves William Muschenheim charged with libel over a liquor license remonstrance and alleged intemperate habits. The other concerns Robert H Roth charged with assault and battery. witnesses and a juror’s involvement are noted as grounds to return both cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Moore
Grand Jury
William Mnschenheim
J. Houfnagle
Butler Street
Houfnagle
J. D. Sands
J. Platt
Mr. Nicol
C. R. Miller
Robert H. Roth
Thomas Armstrong
Armstrong
Stewart
Homestead
Roth
Central Trades Council Adopts Amendments and Elections
The Central Trades Council met last night with President J O Stuart presiding. resignations of John Neiman and Gus Eveil on the Executive Board were accepted and J L Evans and Wm S James were elected to fill them. The McGaw investigation report was postponed for a hearing at the next council meeting. An amendment blocks credentialed factions from admission without consent of the older organization. Another change requires council action if the Executive Board misses a meeting, transferring business to the Trades Council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Trades Council
J. O. Stuart
John Neiman
Gus Eveil
J. L. Evans
James
McGaw
Trades Council
Has a Sorse That Can't Walk
John Fannan a huckster stands as defendant before Alderman Donovan in a cruelty case. General Agent O'Brien of the Humane Society prosecutes alleging a horse in Fannan's wagon is barely able to walk and overworked hauling a loaded wagon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Fannan
Alderman Donovan
O’brien
The
Humane Society
Fannan
De B M Haxwa Ear Nose Throat Doctor in Pittsburgh
Dr De B M Haxwa specializes in ear nose and throat diseases at 720 Penn Center Pittsburgh PA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de B.M. Haxwa
Pittsburg
Great Fourth of July Celebration Planned in Pittsburgh
Mayor Gourley urges patriotism and Americanizing foreign-born residents as Schenley Park prepares for a large Fourth of July program. Organizers expect 25 000 to 30 000 people with bands, a reading of the Declaration, speeches, and extensive children’s events. Fireworks worth 500, balloons, races, Caledonian sports, and prizes grace the day. police, lost-child stations, and transit plans are in place to ensure safety and comfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gourley
Pittsburg
Mani
Schenley Park
Sheriff McCandless
Byron W. King
Thomas M. Marshall
E. A. Montooth
Charles 8. Fetterman
John Lambie
W.D Porter
Clarence Burlsigh
A. M. Brown
G. A. Trent
W. D. Moore
George Elphinstone
W. D. Kearns
John Echols
George N. Monro
J. J. Miller
Albert J. Edwards
Miles Humphreys
Broadax Smith
H. W. Fisher
Seventeenth Ward
Judge Grants Mother's Release After Jail Sentence
Bridget Riley, sentenced by Judge Collier to 3 months and 20 days and a $550 fine for illegal liquor selling, is released on court order suspending the sentence. She bore twins about three weeks ago while in jail, prompting the judge to pity her and order her release after an officer prepared to take her to jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridget Riley
Collier
Riley
Mrs. Riley
Michael Price Riley
Peter Soffel Riley
Man Fails to Pass Officer on Mayflower Steamer
Teddy Burns paid ten dollars and costs for attempting to carry a quart bottle of whisky aboard the steamer Mayflower. Detec tive Robinson, aided by Captain Anshutz, detained Burns after he fought the officer on the wharf as a crowd of onlookers urged him. Burns was brought to the Central station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teddy Burns
Anshutz
Robinson
Burns
Central Station
Beautiful Invitations For Allegheny Semi-Centennial
Invitations issued yesterday by the Reception Committee welcome visitors to the Allegheny Semi-Centennial ceremonies. The printed pieces are praised as handsome specimens of the printers art reflecting credit on committee members Samuel D. Cane man William H. Graham E Min nemeyer T. R. Morris Henry Stockman A M Byers William P. Bennett Joseph FE Neely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Samuel D. Meee Caneman
William H. Graham
E. Minnemeyer
T. R. Morris
Henry Stockman
Detective captures fugitive Al Martin in Johnstown case of larceny
Detective Shore arrested Al Martin who is sought on larceny charges. Martin stayed at 1750 Peon Avenue and disappeared on June 24 with two silver watches and $8 belonging to the Frey brothers. He was confined at Central Station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shore
Johnstown
al Martin
Martin
Peon Avenue
Frey
Central Station
Michigan Law Class of 645 Graduates 215
The University of Michigan at Ann Arbor held law exercises on the 26th. The Law Department Class numbered 645, with 215 graduates. Among them was Joseph Feltwell of the city, who earned the LL D degree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Michigan At
Ann Arbor
Law Department
Joseph Feltwell
City
Episcopal Press Committee Named for Missionary Council
Bishop Whitehead announces the press committee for the Protestant Episcopal Church Missionary Council meeting in October in this city. Members include Somes, Maler, Wardman, W A James Mills, Bakewell Phillips, Leonard Wales, Ford, H H Byram, and Siebeneck who is named as Temporary Chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Episcopal Press
Whitehead
Missionary Council of the Protestant Episcopal Church, of America
Ee Somes
Maler
Wardman
W. A. James Mills
Bakewell Phillips
Ea Leonard Wales
Ford
H. H. Byram
J. @. Siebeneck
People and early data from a varied city page
A collection of brief items notes guests and residents at the Duquesne including Baron de Soldihof and M de Soldihoff plus Jacob Goettel. Unity Council elects G E Kepple and Mrs Jennie Robson for the national body meeting in Salem Aug 20. Lyon retires as US District Attorney. Postmaster McKean reports upcoming increases in mail service. Holman and daughter prepare for a Canada trip. Sergeant Adolph Metz receives congratulations. Master Moz christening planned. Rumor of W J Brennen challenging John Daizell for Congress. Broadax Smith campaigns for Delamster across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Goettel
Oil City
Duquesne
Goettel
Unity Council
Daughters of Liberty
G. E. Kepple
Jennie Robson
Balem
Mass
McKean
Washington
Postoffice Department
W. A. Holman
Eee
Ath
Canada
Adolph Metz
Central
Moz
Guns for sale listed at Gallinger’s Penn Avenue
Local notice advertises firearms and ammunition at Gallinger’s on 1200 and 1108 Penn Avenue. Patrons urged to visit the Gallinger establishment for guns and related items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallinger’s
Penn Ave
Gallinger’ S
Waa
Sorrow in Saloon Trade Marks Shift in Pittsburg Drinking
A Pittsburgh Press analysis notes fewer saloons and lower profits as the city shifts away from heavy drinking. Rising reading habits and union influence supposedly cut saloon business, with police and politicians seeing reduced canvassing costs and power. Some saloon keepers seek transfers or sellouts as license markets tighten.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cassidy
Pittsburg
Sharpsburg Couple Weds in Quiet Home Ceremony
George H. Moore of Sharpsburg and Miss Eliza Moritz daughter of a wealthy O’Hara township farmer were married Thursday evening at the bride’s home. Rev Helmkamp of Sharpsburg officiated with close friends present. The couple received many handsome gifts from admirers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sharpsburg
George H. Moore
Eliza Moritz
O'Hara Township
Mr. Helmkamp
Moore
Cooper Shop Fire at Phillips Mittengwei Firm
A cooper shop at the foot of South Twentieth Street belonging to Phillips and Mittengwei was destroyed last evening around 10:15 due to a water shortage. The loss is about 2000 dollars with 9000 kegs of material, tools, and lumber. Neighbors alerted Engine Company No. 12 but water pressure failed, delaying firefighting for about 20 minutes. The owner blamed the four inch main and insufficient force, noting this is the fourth time the shop burned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips & Mittengwei
South Twentieth Street
Engine Company No. 12
Twentieth and
Merriman’s Alley
John Mittenswei
William Mittenzwei
Mittengwei
Stewart
Twentieth Street
Duquesne Rod and Gun Club Plans Luxurious Monongahela Encampment
The Duquesne Rod and Gun Club of Allegheny announces August camping on the Monongahela at No 9 dam Virginia with a hotel style encampment aboard a 6 foot long best house. The setup includes dining and kitchen areas, screened porches, twelve bunks and lockers, ice chest, and two hospital tents. Members include D E K McGunnegle Clerk of Courts and other officials. The club plans to expand beyond 12 members if growth continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duquesne Rod and Gun Club
Allegheny
Monongahela River
No. 9 Dam
Virginia
D. EK. McGunnegle
J. J. Walker
John W. Jiles
Leon J. Long
D. W. Stevens
Richard Sharp
Harry Coulter
Charles E. Willard
J. T. Holles
George Kramer
Pittsburgh Drowns: Body Found in Creek Near Wartembars
Inspector McAleese received a telegram from J. Smiley at Wartemburg announcing the discovery of a man’s body believed to be Samuel Coates, a Pittsburg or Allegheny resident. The deceased wore a gold watch bearing the name Samuel Coates, gold rings, and Odd Fellows papers, with a railroad return ticket to Allegheny dated June 21.
First Popular Excursion to Atlantic City by B and O
The first excursion of the season to Atlantic City departs via the B and O E line through Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia next Thursday July 3. Tickets are valid for 10 days and allow stopovers in Washington DC on both ends. Round trip rate is $10. Special trains with Pullman parlor and sleeping cars leave the B and O E R depot at 8 a.m. and 9:20 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
D. C
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Washington, D. C
Atlantic City
Washington, D.C
Mrs Langtry Praises Turkish Bath For Health
Mrs Langtry, famed beauty, credits weekly Turkish baths with her health and skin care. She says the bath treats minor ailments and serves as her best doctor, noting sessions in the Natatorium on Duquesne Way with specific weekday hours and a forthcoming gentlemen-only Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duquesne Way
Excursion to Wheeling For Filat Glass Workers Re union
Excursion to Wheeling tomorrow June 30 for the American Filat Glass Workers Re union. B and O Railroad will sell excursion tickets at 1.35 and valid until July 1. Regular trains at 7 05 and 9 35 a m plus a special train leaving Pittsburg at 9 a m arriving Elm Grove Wheeling Park 10 45 a m and Wheeling 11 a m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Elm Grove
Wheeling Park
Wheeling
Allegheny Cemetery Holds Annual Managers Meeting
The Allegheny Cemetery managers met at the Penno avenue office at 2 30 PM to conduct routine business and adopt President Clarke s report. The forty sixth annual incorporators meeting followed at 4 PM with George A Berry elected Chairman and Charles E Speer Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Cemetery
Peno Avenue
Charles J. Clarke
George A. Berry
Charles E. Speer
Messrs. Lynch
Harper
Clarke
C. E. Speer
McCandless
Brunet
Walton
Wood
Porter
Jackson
Lockhart
Berry
Kelly
Bakewell
Gormley
Lawrence K
George A. Bally
H. E. Porter
William Bakewell
John H. Shoenberger
William Thaw
William M. Darlington
Board of Managers
Deadly accidents and injuries unfold in Allegheny scenes
Frightened screams drew bystanders to Allegheny Cemetery where a runaway horse toppled a light coupe injuring Felix Brunot and a passenger while others nearby suffered cuts and burns. A kerosene fire incident and several mill and rail injuries follow, with multiple fatalities reported through West Penn and Allegheny General Hospitals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Felix BE. Brunot
Wes Sea
Brunet
Miss Hogg
West Penn Hospital
Agnes McMinn
Francis Street
Thirteenth Ward
Shoenberger
Center Avenue
Louis Steen
Fourteenth Street
West Pean Hospital
Peter Bailey
Third Ward
Davis & Henry
Fremont Street
Allegheny General Hospital
P. A
O'Donnell Heads Amalgamated Aid to Dunbar Miners
Labor leader Hugh O'Donnell travels from Homestead to Dunbar to distribute $1,000 donated by the Amalgamated Association to families of entombed miners. Churches in the two cities are expected to help with further collections as local Catholics contributed previously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh O'Donnell
Homestead
Amalgamated Association
Dunbar
Amated Association
Fourth of July Excursion to Atlantic City via B and O R FE
Take the B and O R FE excursion to Atlantic City next Thursday July 3. Round trip rate ten dollars valid ten days with stopovers at Washington D C on return. Trains depart at early morning and 9 20 P M. Reserve parlor and sleeping car at the Pittsburg office corner Fifth avenue and Wood street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
Washington, D. C
Fifth Avenue
Wood Street
Pittsburg
Excursion to Atlantic City via B and O RK rate
Excursion offers round trip via the B and O railroad at ten dollars with tickets valid ten days. Stops include Washington D C and return from Atlantic City next Thursday July 3. Trains depart 8 A M and 9 20 P M.
Cook IV Jail: Charles Cook Arrested on Charge of Assaulting an Officer
Charles Cook, who previously attracted attention by arresting Mrs Beck on murder suspicions, was arrested on a warrant from Alderman Reilly’s office charging him with personating an officer. County Detective Beltshooyer filed the charge and Cook was committed to jail in default of bail for a hearing on Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Cook
French bal underwear sale at Campsent & Sons Fifth Ave outlet
In men’s furnishing goods The and 1 brand items marked down from 125 and 150 with 50c to 75c neckwear reduced to 35c Open until 9 PM Saturday A G Campsent & Sons 27 Fifth Ave Also All-Wool French series 46 in wide cut from 1 to 750 and a good assortment of colors at Hucus Hacks Tissy fishing tents Water Proof Co 426 Liberty Street Belts new morocco styles Rosenbaum Co Also Ohio Pyle excursion July 4 rate 150 round trip trains leave B and O depot at 8 AM
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Terheyden
Riza
M. G. Cube
W. J. Meclorg
Reymer Bros
Boboron
Harry Bobsis
C. A. Houser
E. P. Roberts
Pitwburg
Allegheny
Owens & Co
Gurky
Chief Brown
Fourteenth Ward
Zee
Fifth Avenue
Boquet Street
Patton
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Baltimore Ohio
Junction Railway
Will
T. H. Heyl
Heyl & Jones
New York
A. G. Campsent & Sons
Fifth Ave
Ohio Pyle
Staytin Wyman Mayoralty Race Delayed by Evidence Issue
The Allegheny mayoral contest hit a snag as Commissioner John Di Bhafer cannot access key evidence. An adjournment was taken during another meeting at Alderman Clark's office.
Census Estimates Raise Allegheny City to Second Class
Census Supervisor Q Oliver releases figures placing Pittsburg at 240000 Allegheny City at 105000 Braddock at 3000 within the county totals between 500000 and 000. County officials will see a large salary increase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Q Oliver
Pittsburg
Allegheny City
Braddock
Allegheny
Detective Captain Wishart Secures License Renewal
Captain Wishart yesterday secured a renewal of his license as a detective in the Court of Quarter Sessions. The move signals that those who thought the Captain had ceased doubling may be caught napping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wishart
Court of Quarter Sessions
Woods Bankout Costs and Fish Buying Ahead
A note explains that while it is pleasant to camp and bank out in the woods, the practice costs money and reduces funds available to buy fish, highlighting budget tradeoffs for outdoorsmen.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pennsylvania
Second Avenue
Inspector McAleese
Fenn Avenue
No. 12
Third Avenue
Grant Street
Centennial
Ferry Street
Muserave
Liberty Street
the Battery
Webster Avenue
Splane's Court
High Street
Tanner Street
Spring Alley
Fayle's
Fifty-second Street
Welsh Road
Chamber's Court
South Eighth Street
South Twenty-Sixth Street
Tanne Street
Fourth Avenue
Penn Avenue
McKelvey
Saal Bt
Liners Sre
Stanton Area
Saga House
Plum Alley
Forty
Forty-eighth
Watson's Court
Washington Street
Humanes
McAleese
In Spector
Vic
Splane’s Court
Carrigan
Ridge
Third District
Mike Livensky
Pinealley
South Tenth Street
Livensky
Twenty-eighth Ward
Twenty-seventh Street
BIRD
Kittiel Kerr
Joe Pee
Fferea Um
Resi
Itesser Cain
Broad
Me Wise
Kova
Breuninger & Co
Saeed
Cain & Verner
Srassoel
Hardy & Hays
W. W. Watties
Ghys Gansley
B. E. Aarons
Ger & Co
Austaispiieereene
Puteburg
Bigelow
Algo
Sareen Denniston
K. M. Bigelow
C. L. Magee
A. Garrison & Co
Kiter & Conley
Se Avenue Bank
OM. B. Lemon
BC. Bickal
Reese
Ood
Steamboat
Allegheny Semi-Centennial Celebration Committee
Plusaburg
W. J. Brennen
John Daizell
Congress
Squire Cassidy
Mercer
Beckert
Kuimmere
W. L. Lippincott
Smithfield
West Carson Street
A. A. Milligan
Boggs Avenue
Charles Manning
E. Brophy
Fred Sebmitis
L. W. Ebert
A. J. McQuailey
Mansfield
Chartiers
George H. Bennett & Bros
Alexander
Grain Exe
Cooper Shop
Duquesne Rod and Gon Club
Pittsburger
Samuel Coates
Wartembars
Ve Tadye
American Filat Glass Workers
To-Morrow
STATE
the Managers' Annual Meeting
New Cook IV
Jove
Water Proof Co
Liberty Atree
Rosenbaum & Co
Sereck
Market Street
Marshell
Ohio Street
iaNgtest
United States
Groetzinger's
Brussels
Edward
Broetzinger
Go-Penn Avenue
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