St Davids Shrine Anniversary Banquet at Monongahela House
A 300 strong gathering of Welsh Americans and dignitaries at the Monongahela House marked St. David’s Society night. John Jarrett led ceremonies with Thomas N. James ex Postmaster General and Lt. Gov. W T Davies among speakers. Cambrian Glee Club performed as dishes and jokes filled the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monongahela House
St. David
St David's Benevolent Society
John Jarrett
Thomas N. James
United States
Garfield
New York
D. Parker Morgan
D. D
Jarrett
W. T. Davies
W. TR. Jones
Braddock
Samuel Griffith
Mercer
Miles Humphries
Owen Jones
Society
James Morgan
J. W. Jones
Ivor Zacharias
D. D. Roberts
D. J. Evans
al. J. Edwards
Jos D. Jones
John Prichard
Cambrian Glee Club
Morris Stephenson
David Davis
Edith Harris
Leek
Wales
James
St. David's Society
Andrew Carnegie
Cambria
Pittsburg
England
Charles Eet
Ireland
St. da
D. Parker Moran
Pitt
Dr. Morgan
Horace Porter
St. George's Society
Delmonico
Mr. James
Perkins and Todd Ordered to Pay Damages in Penney Suit
In a case brought by Dr. Penney against Murdoch Anderson Todd and Perkins a jury awarded 2500 damages against Tod and Perkins with Murdoch and Anderson exempt The judge may authorize appeals If Penney wins more suits may follow including actions for false imprisonment involving his son John and Mr Barnett
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judee Stowe
Dr. Penney
Murdoch
Anderson
Todd Sod Perkins
Pen
Messrs
Tod
Perkins
John
Barnett
Falee
Lawsuit Over Alleged To Let Sign At Mrs Bayne’s Allegheny House
Errors surfaced in yesterday's report about the dispute involving Mrs Bayne who rented a house in Allegheny and sued Ewing and Byers for displaying a To let sign. The defendants did not appear in court, default judgment was entered, costs paid, and no goods levy was anticipated.
Organizing Shoe Salesmen joins Knights of Labor effort
Organizer John D. Hughes of D A 8 K of L plans to form a local assembly of shoe salesmen in Allegheny next Monday evening. Pittsburg stores close at 7 each evening except Saturday, while Northside salesmen back the earlier closing move and seek Knights of Labor entry.
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John D. Hughes
Allegheny
Pittsburg
Northside
Knights of Labor
Grand Opera House Site May Become A Business Block
Coleman estate stockholders contemplate tearing down the front of the Harris Theater building to erect a new six to seven story structure on the Grand Opera House site. The plan may house offices or a hotel with the upper floors dedicated to lodging. Harris lease expires in about 16 months, allowing time for a decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harris Theater
Fifth Avenue
Coleman
Grand Opera House
Grand Opera House Company
Columbus Coleman
William Coleman
France
Harris Thester
Harris
Sita
Wilt
Smithfield Street
Tailor's Store
Grand Hotel
W. F. McCook, Esq
Inquest Finds Gas Explosion Caused Maria Smith’s Death
Coroner McDowell held an inquest for Maria Smith who died from a natural gas explosion in Tarentum. Evidence said Superintendent Girl has too many miles of pipe and no escape pipes. Jury urged gratings over mains for life protection.
Police Magistrate Seizes Two Men in Attacks Case
Mike Mohan and James Donnelly were held in bail of 2000 and 1000 dollars respectively after being charged in a case involving felonious cutting and aggravated assault and battery. The men are alleged to have attacked and wounded Mike Cavenaugh on Fortieighth Street three weeks ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brush
Mike Mohan
James Donnelly
Mohan
Donnelly
Mike Cavenaugh
Forth-eighth Street
School Board Elects New Leaders in Fifth Ward
The School Board of the Fifth ward Allegheny met last night and organized for the year. John H. Dean was elected to fill the vacancy caused by Dr. Bell’s resignation. Prof. A. J. Snyder of Butler County schools was elected Principal in place of Prof. James E. Morrow, who resigned. Six applicants sought the position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Ward
Allegheny
John H. Dean
Bell
A. J. Snyder
Butler County
James E. Morrow
New Yorkers Buy Pittsburg Corner Property for 120000
Mr. John Herron yesterday bought for New York capitalists the Reed and Fuller lot at Fifth Avenue and Cherry Alley Pittsburg. The 60 by 110 foot corner parcel Cost 120000. Buyers plan a business block on the site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Yorkers
Pitsburg
John Herron
New York
N. P. Reed
Fuller
Fifth Avenue
Cherry Alley
Allegheny Officials Denounce Arrest Publication
The Mayor and Chief of Police deny gambling activity in Allegheny after a report on arrests circulates. They insist no gambling exists in the city at 36 East Street and dispute the claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearson
Kirschler
Allegheny
East Street
County Centennial Committee wraps up with paid debts
The Allegheny County Centennial Committee met in the Chamber of Commerce building and adjourned sine die after a three day celebration that began September 24 1888. Total costs exceeded 20000 dollars with detailed spendings by the first second and third day committees and a large donation value from services. Receipts from railroad companies and cash solicitations brought in about 19375 68 dollars with no committee member paid. The chairman thanked supporters and recommended sending emblematic pictures to local historical societies. All debts are paid.
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Allegheny County Centennial Committee
Chamber of Commerce
Charles W. Batchelor
Morrison Foster
John Bindley
C. W. Batchelor
T. P. Roberts
Supcee Itous
George L. Halliday
W. E. Sehmerts
Centennial Committee
Ines
Foster
Porter and politicians ride the Washington talk to cabinet plans
A crowded Union depot scene recalls ex Governor Porter and other political figures shaping Harrison's likely cabinet. Missouri figures including Frank and Noble are discussed as possible appointees while Senator Bingham recounts Japan years and China policy concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Union Depot
Porter
Indiana
Niedlingerhans
Joker O'Neil
Frank
Glover
St. Louis
United States
Japan
Bingham
Cadiz
Harrison
One Ee
Eral
General Harrison
Blaine
Windom
Wanamaker
Mr. Harrison
Warner Miller
Sam
Miller
Havre
Brigland
Prof
Bloss
Missouri
Nople
St Louis
Noble
Li Hung Chang
China
POLICY MUST GO Four alleged policy players arrested in Allegheny
Four men including Lee Bechtold Jeney Guckert Oliver and James Force were arrested by police. Guckert is described as a middle man and was seen handling bets on North Avenue while Officer Farrel tailed him. The Forge brothers, also property holders in Second ward, posted bail together. Inspector McAleese vows to end policy gambling with support from Mayor Pearson and Chief Kirschbler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Bechtold
Jeney Guckert
Oliver
James Force
Guckert
Farrel
North Avenue
Allegheny
Forge Brothers
Second Ward
Inspector McAleese
Pearson
Kirscbler
An Old Soldier Tramp at Alleghen Lockup
Harvey Osgood, who claims Mexican War veteran status, lodges in the tramp department of the Alleghen lockup. He asserts five bullets lie in his body from army service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey Osgood
Alleghen
Incomplete Sunday Issue Patch from National Capitol
Fragmentary OCR reads about a patch or issue at the National Capitol with stray references to Pittsburg Pennsylvania and a damaged page. The readable text lacks clear events, dates, or people.
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National Capitol
Worker Struck by Train on Twenty-Eighth Street
James Geary, 50, an inn switch Turner on the P R R, was struck by a train yesterday at Twenty-Eighth Street. His thigh was crushed and he was taken to West Penn Hospital where his limb will probably be amputated.
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Twenty-Eighth Street
James Geary
Inn
Geary
West Penn Hospital
Florida Cracker Portraits and Southern Life
A fragment notes reflections on Florida crackers and Southern Florida life, promising more in Dusratcu tomorrow. The piece hints at unprogressive views, manners, and morals within the region’s people.
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Florida
City Attorney explains color questions on street bill
City Attorney Moreland and officials discuss Lafferty’s street bill No. 21 and its sections. Judge Stowe’s ruling in McCombs v Pittsburg is cited as a motive for framing the bill to avoid future hardship on property owners and to address street opening delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafferty
Junius
Moreland
F. A. Magee
Morrow
Sheppard
Bigelow
Esata
Ae Public Works
Ahd
Stowe
Board of Viewers
Shep
Oakland Avenue
Winebiddle Street
McCandless’s Team Driver Detained After Late Ride
Allegheny National Bank figure Mr Wilson McCandless walked home after his colored coachman left for Washington to see President Harrison inaugurated. Henry Bell stood in for the driver and claimed he was following instructions. Police found the rig and driver. Bell was locked up.
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Wilson McCandless
Allelegheny National Bank
Washington
Harrison
Henry Bell
McCandless
Eichenlaub
A U W adjourns as Germans deemed eligible to join
The A O U W meeting concluded with a vote affirming that Germans are eligible for membership. A Supreme Lodge resolution urged state lawmakers to avoid actions harming the order and its work. The group will reconvene in Harrisport next February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pad Mt
Lamsport Nextebruary
Dead baby found in jar near Forty-eighth Street
An infant corpse was discovered inside a jar aboard the A. V. RB near Forty-eighth Street and turned over to Saiaive Leslie for examination. Authorities investigate details and motive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. V. RB
Forty-eighth Street
London’s Poor 2a heiress faces divorce case in court
A garbled London report notes a prominent heiress, daughter-in-law of the Argyle, linked to the Dowton Coen family, undergoing a divorce case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Londow
Coen
The
Argyle
Aldermen Sued Over State Fines Funneled by Law and Order League
The Law and Order Society accuses Aldermen Schaefer and Cassidy of pocketing fines from Sunday-law violators. Claims list several individuals with fines totaling 225 dollars for Schaefer and 175 dollars for Cassidy, with affidavits dated 1888. The society warns property owners to avoid immoral use of buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Law and Order Society
Alderman Schaefer
Cassidy
Alderman Cassidy
R.S. Frazer
Yost & Redman
Squire
Lorenzo Lorenzio
R. Caplan
W. C. Watkins
T. C. Watkins
John Randolph
Louis Bea
Leo Spuhler
J. A. Martin
Tim Keefe
Conrad Driscoll
Sam Martin
Arthur Martin
J. M. Schaefer
Alderman
Yost
Lost Ring Theft Attempt On Ann Street
Albert Davison visited Mrs. Mc Kenna on Ann street near Pride and obtained a ring after a brief talk. He demanded the watch location and knocked her down when she refused. He fled toward Pride street, pursued by Officers Baltz and Sullivan, dropping a high silk hat. the ring remained with the suspect.
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Albert Davison
Davison
Oakland Educator Fred M Campbell Visits City
Superintendent Fred M Campbell of Oakland schools and president of the National Education Association stopped in the city yesterday to visit his friend Prof Luckey. He left for Washington last night to attend the association meeting on March 6 and 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred M. Campbell
Oakland
California
National Education Association
City
Prof
Luckey
Washington
Association
Prof. Campbell
Allegheny Officials May Face Salary Delays
The Police Committee authorized Mayor Pearson to borrow funds to pay February salaries as all appropriations for officials in Allegheny have been exhausted and await passing of the appropriation ordinance.
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Allegheny
Police
Pearson
Chinese Banks Fivefold Weigh On Market Leaders
The report notes Chinese banks and financial firms facing varied pressures at an international gathering, with analysts including Frank G. Carpenter describing shifting emphasis among lenders and peers in the global market.
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Odsons
Frank G. Carpenter
Hamilton's piano and organ sales and seasonal goods
An advertisement urges readers to visit Hamilton at 91 and 93 Fifth Avenue to compare pianos and organs, highlighting affordable prices across ranges from $190 to $1,500 and claiming superior selection, test purchases, and cash pricing. Other listings promote clothing, accessories, cookies, and a scrofula cure offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton
Hamilton's
Fifth Avenue
Pittsburg Gold Miners Plan Mexican Mine Venture
Recompense Mining Company of Pittsburg held a meeting at J A McCormick’s office to formalize plans for a gold mine in Mexico. The 100000 dollar capital stock was nearly fully subscribed, with 12000 still unissued. Reports from a visiting committee praised findings, noting machinery ready at the mountain foot and expected early activity. Lewis Kauffman oversees workers paid a dollar daily, praising Mexican reliability and preferring travel in Mexico with money over the United States.
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Aline
Recompense Mining Company
J. A. McCormick
First Avenue
Stin
Mexico
C. G. Dixon
Durango
Alisos
Messrs
Herman Kunkle
Snd
Nm Company
Lewis Kauffman
United States
The Lily of Rochon and Fisherman Tales
Fragmented ad filled page mentions The Lily of Rochon and pirate days in the Gulf of Mexico. It lists book and lecture items, cloths, neckwear, and soda in Allegheny stores, with various sales, prices, and a green spring sanitarium reference. It includes free lectures at Curry University and a paper making note.
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Lily Oxomeoon
Gulf of Mexico
Maude
Curry University
Mr. Barnes
West Newton
Sixth Street
Spring Laces and Embroidery on Sale at Low Prices
Silks and complete lines of Foreign and Domestic Wash Faries ready for spring lace and embroidery. Shipments on sale for first class goods with special prices on 27 spring invoices of muslly underwear that meets perfection for buyers familiar with the makers’ aim.
Prohibition Promulgated Speech Sparks Debate
A meeting led by a son and Prof. J. K. McClarken featured a strong address urging broad political rights. The speaker praised personal liberty and discussed women’s suffrage while noting fears about the era’s changes.
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Son
J. K. McClarken
Wek
Vince
Scimk
Henderson Na
Sside
First Ward Parochial School to Rise at No 216 Penn Avenues
The First Ward parochial school building will be a three story brick structure at 216 Penn avenues. It will house five school rooms and a large third floor hall for church meetings and entertainments. Plans are under consideration and work will start soon as ather Sheedy confirms the project.
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First Ward
Penn Avenues
Pennavenus
Exchange Alley
Ather Sheedy
Peakin
Yosetay
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ST. David's Shrine
Zeleine and Davies
Thomas C. Jenkins
Elebrate
Ores
Movnes
Almoet
Ube
Crest
David
Joseph
Jacob
St David
Cernor William T. Davies
Pennsylvania Senate
Tom Corwi
America
NEW York Divine
Ateue Comparison
Americas
Albert J. Edwards
W. KR. Jones
Todd
Harris’ Theater
Harrisen
Scranton
United States Court
Bill
Jeancrom
Garret
Welis
Jersey City
Panel 4
S&su
Allegheny Bank
Gus Marks
Marks
Henry Gersner
G. E. Hemphill
McKelvy
Hemphill
Prins
Marea
Alderman Porter
Tarves Whiteford
Martha Cole
Law and Order League
State
Schaefer and Cassidy
Oakland, Cal
India
Bocces & Bun
Jos. Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
P.C
Grant and
Diamond Streets
New Court House
BEB. & B
Boecs & Bunt
Mrs. Harrison
Marvin & Co
Carson St
Southside
Bocas & Boat
P.C.C. C
New House
Uslity
Phimente & Co
Spean Avenue
Boces & Bunt
John S. Marshall
M. D
Green Spring
Boccs & Buan
Sre
James H. Aiken & Co
Fifth Ave
Ander
Ches
Delaware
MO. A. Renshaw 400
Horne & CO
Sic
Sica Yard
Ity
Toc
Armaind
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