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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1889
Page
2
A ragbag of items mentions weather talk spring fashion jokes and stray notes on railway shifts and local figures. References include W T Cox a Dawson banker and W P Dearnitt of a New York and Cleveland gas company with various court and council notes.
A married man George Shorts and his cousin Mollie Sarver disappeared with heavy scandal in Allegheny City. Shorts, a band leader and Crescents Orchestra figure, is accused by his wife of defrauding band members and abandoning three sick children. Mrs Shorts pleads for help as she and her children face destitution while Shorts and Sarver are believed to have fled toward New York or Philadelphia.
City physician Woodburn attended John Burns, of 139 Robinson Street in Allegheny, after a blaze at a shanty-boat. Burns declined hospitalization and requested discharge at his own request amid the confusion.
John Stroup of Fourth Avenue Pittsburg or Bandbar owner crawled under a frisky carriage horse at Willard House to free its legs from the harness as President-elect Harrison prepared to depart for the inauguration. General Harrison thanked Stroup warmly and praised his bravery.
William McCalmont of Belfast a felt manufacturer and Protestant Nationalist speaks at the Duquesne about why many Belfast business men oppose free government for Ireland. He says fear of boycotts and taxes drive Ulster opposition, and asserts home rule will eventually triumph despite delayed action.
William Kuehne a famed third baseman for the Allegheny Baseball Club was arrested for operating a poker room in the rear of Morris & Kuehne on Federal street Allegheny Several players were also arrested They were fined $3 and costs by Mayor Pear son bail of $500 was posted for Kuehne He denies any gambling occurred saying a friendly card game was played and he never played poker.
Mr. George S. Whitney attributes the local money ease to about 20 million dollars invested in natural gas development with two thirds from outside capital. Eastern capitalists have placed money at 41 cents 5 per cent, relieving bank pressure and allowing mercantile, manufacturing and speculative business to borrow at lower rates. Whitney says he has never seen money so easy for so long in this city.
Charles Stockdale son of the late Captain J T Stockdale of Allegheny and Harvey Pearl were arrested on felonious assault and battery. Constable Billings said they beat a son of William Griffiths of Lithgow avenue over the head with a handy Billy. The boy was badly injured. Stockdale posted 1000 bail for Friday appearance. Pearl remained in jail awaiting bail.
Councilman Carr argues county democracy cannot resemble exclusive club lifestyle in new quarters. He says true democracy lacks aristocratic trappings and should avoid patrician luxury on Columbie's shores.
George Grogan of this city was arrested last night on charges of highway robbery and aggravated assault after knocking down and robbing Charles Stewart on Old Avenue on February 19. Stewart alleges Grogan was the assailant.
The Coroner viewed the remains of Nicholas Stremmer who died suddenly at his residence 1407 Bingham Street yesterday. He died of paralysis and was well known in the area.
Chartiers Natural Gas Company stockholders meeting approved issuing bonds totaling 1,000,000 to fund existing indebtedness. About 75 stockholders attended led by President Chambers. Michael Munhall filed a bill in equity seeking access to company books and voiding 100,000 of extra stock while challenging the meeting’s legality. Judge Ewing refused an injunction to halt the meeting, stating it aimed to fund debt, not increase it.
Ex-Sheriff Carmean and Lawrence Cyclone Flambeau Club toured after a Washington trip. They won first prize for a pyrotechnic display. Sedalia Club won second. Acheson Club third. Prohibitionists claim no open saloons in Kansas after two years and describe permits and registries for liquor sales.
Young thieves including Robert Dawson Jerry Delary and others were held for court on $500 bail each for stealing 100 boxes of cigars from Mrs. Richard Ray on Station Street in the Nineteenth ward. Several others faced $1,500 bail for burglary at 282 Sheridan Avenue involving coins and silverware.
Pig iron rates from the Mahoning and Shenango valleys were advanced to 8330 to New York and 430 to Boston with the change taking effect on the 18th. No reason was given. About a week earlier the Young committee lowered rates to 320 and 120 before reversing course yesterday.
Peter Walter Jr. reports a man passed a 40 check at P Roeder's butcher shop on Lacock street Allegheny. Detective Murphy is investigating and seeks the forger.
A reporter surveys petty theft in daily life from grocers to railroad conductors. Rich and poor alike cheat in small ways, such as eating store samples, slipping extra items, or sliding back punched tickets. A city shopper recounts a butter thief and a passenger with a monthly ticket overpaying for one ride, revealing common sharp practices.
For days workers at Monon south wharf near Wood Street cleared debris from the Diamond Street wreck two months past. While probing a heavy beam, they found damp, slime coated timber with blood, hair, and a fragment of human flesh, causing immediate fear among the crew.
John Washington of Millvale held in 1000 bail for attempted murder after firing two shots at Cornelia Saunders when she refused to see him. Both are described as colored. The incident occurred last Monday night and was before Alderman Reilly.
Mayor Pearson of Allegheny explains receipts fell after Brooks law, noting prior $50 charges for holding balls but $50 income per ball after liquor sales stopped. He says a nearly $1,000 drop in vehicle license revenue and fewer arrests occurred during the year.
Members of the Grain and Flour Exchange met on Liberty Street yesterday afternoon then attended the funeral of F. Van Horn a late member. The gathering reflected high esteem for Van Horn with many attendees from related businesses.
The Eighteenth Regiment returned to Pittsburgh at 9 PM after 29 hours on the road from Washington. They denied reports of misconduct on Pennsylvania Avenue and noted one illness and a minor riot incident involving provision vendors. Officers and soldiers quarreled about the claims, but most praised the trip and the Baltimore and Ohio railroad for smooth travel and good pay for insurance refunds.
The Fifth Avenue Traction Company decided against double-deckers due to sharp curves and higher costs for an extra conductor. A conductor cited passenger behavior on top decks and the winding stairway causing delays. Oakland residents plan a formal petition for all night cars while horses are used during cable examination.
The Allegheny Health Committee heard Health Officer Bradley deny charges against the board and defend nuisance responses. He explained disposal practices for Pittsburg residents and noted a Detroit garbage disposal proposal was rejected. City Physician Woodburn reported 171 deaths in February, 20.02 per 1,000, up from 124 deaths in February 1888 at 14.88 per 1,000.
The Washington Inaugural Centennial Committee announced two orators for the April 30 celebration. General Adams King of Baltimore and C. K. Adams, president of Cornell University, Ithaca, N Y, will attend and deliver addresses. Adams wrote to George Kepple, committee chair, confirming his attendance.
The Musicians' Mutual Protective Union won again by replacing a non union orchestra at the G A R fair on the Southside. The original band, claimed to be union, was shown to have members from the Allegheny County Musical Union and was replaced by the Mozart Orchestra.
Anderson DuPuy and Co. operates to full capacity on large spiral spring orders. Cannonsburg Iron Company changes its name to Cannonsburg Iron and Steel Companies. Three stockholders refuse to sign a closure agreement while a three member committee seeks measures to wind up affairs.
A large Knights of Labor mass meeting will be held at McKeesport next Monday evening. D A 3 officers aim to expand the organization in the district. Master Workman George Dovey and John D. Hughes will speak and address the gathering.
President Campbell of the Window Glass Workers' Association learned of the Bellefonte plant failure and immediately moved to recruit workers for Chambers & McKee's new glass works at Jeanneatte, offering employment opportunities.
The Pennsylvania Construction Company of this city has secured the ironwork contract for the new Government building at Bare Col. The deal totals £29,700.
Nicholas Stiemer longtime agent for Lutz & Son brewers died yesterday morning at his home 1407 Binghasa street from heart disease.
W George Gibson freight agent of the Company at Allegheny is reported seriously ill at his home in Diakon. The notice notes his illness and requests concerns for his health.
The New York World notes telephone firms resist underground wiring despite induction issues. Allegheny Day Nursery seeks support from donors and press, while local ads promote fine white china and elegant vases at Charles Reizenstein and Jos. Horne & Co. storefronts.
India silks to day with over 500 pieces from Jos. Honxe Co. at Penn Avenue Stores. Fresh, choice India silk stock offers plain and fancy weaves at 75 cents, direct importations, exclusive styles, and sales highlighted by Boces & Bunt as another big day in the silk stock.
French novelty robes and broad range of fabrics now on display by Biber & Easton. Spring wool, cashmeres, silks, and dress goods offered in multiple qualities and prices from $10 to $25, with many patterns and finishes. Spring mantles jackets and long wraps now available in Salt Room display.
A Torrence freight inspector found dynamite cartridges billed as powder cartridges from Mansfield Pa and Newburg Ohio. The mislabeling risks explosions and heavy damages, with calls to report to 1102 Carson St for free treatment of the issue.
The appropriation ordinance for Allegheny is complete and to be published for Council use. It reports a millage increase of 0.4 over last year for school building purposes, with city taxes at 67.10 mills and sinking fund 3.4 mills, Poor tax one mill, sewer bond interest four mills, business tax one mill, and High School building at 0.5 mill. Water rent stays the same. total appropriations rise to about 694,771 dollars, up nearly 7,000.
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