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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1889
Page
2
A Pittsburg gripman tells of a Cincinnati heiress wife who left him with a brief note. He recalls a two year marriage begun in Cincinnati, disowned by her wealthy father after a Kentucky ceremony, and his ongoing search for his wife aided by officers. He refuses to name her father.
The Pickle Manufacturers Association met in the city with about 40 firms represented. Fred Leeble chaired the session and William of Detroit explained the aim is to gauge demand and avoid overstocking. They cited large past contracts and warned against selling below cost, noting millions of cucumbers likely to be contracted this year.
Captain Steel of Cramp & Sons returned to Philadelphia and spoke on shipbuilding gains tied to Samoa agitation. He noted seven new ships authorized, orders for five more, and Cramp building four American merchant ships. He urged government subsidies and warned of war scares awakening Congress.
General Passenger Agent A. E. Clark from Lake Erie, visiting Chicago for a meeting, reported the interstate law is a clincher. Clark said cutting rates under the law is as unsafe as horse theft and emphasized that Judge Cooley holds commissions barred by the current amendment.
A grand meeting under the Allegheny County Constitutional Amendment Executive Committee is set for nine oclock tonight. Governor Colquitt and Colonel William A Moore will be present and welcomed by attendees.
Local column gathers brief items from hotel crowds to court cases and city affairs. Notable mentions include Congressman Oscar L. Jackson dining at the Monongahela, Superintendent Pattol predicting spring news, tax mill activity, and a parade of daily incidents from transit delays to an amputated foot in McKeesport.
Dr Hugo Blanc a chemist traveled to Harrisburg last night in relation to an undisclosed measure. He refused to speak until arrival and expressed regret at not giving the requested information. It is believed he was hired to defend a bill amid questions over bogus butter.
The present grand jury astonishes by turning out business at an average of 50 for 26 cases daily, instead of the prior 12. Some blame Judge Collier's recent action for the faster pace.
The Cumberland Presbyterian Church let a contract yesterday to Contractor Trimble for a new church on the corner of Wilite Avenue and street. The congregation had previously sold its Sixth Avenue building and lot to the Duquesne Club.
The Joseph Walton arrived from below yesterday with 14 barges marking the first boat to return since the rise. Other boats are progressing well and some are already homeward bound. None there yesterday had fallen to 5.
A heated dispute from Findlay Ohio to Pittsburg centers on flint glass stagnation blamed on mushroom glass makers with cheap plants and wages. Reports from Ohio and Indiana firms predict across the region shut downs within weeks unless wages fall, with union and factory leaders warning of a protracted fight and broader impact on labor and capital.
The carpenters strike at the Exposition building is ended and work will be resumed. Tradesmen agreed to return to their duties, clearing the way for construction to continue on the exposition facilities.
The Western Cat Nail Association gathered in Wheeling with all mills present. No price increase approved as market conditions did not justify it. About half of Western nail machines idle. Labor news notes coke trade weak and ore ageing higher than usual. Executive Board of D A 3 K of L to meet next Monday. routine agenda. Builder’s Exchange member believes $200000 could be raised for building projects. Master Workman Ross of D A 8 E of L received a gold watch chain from M r Charles T ee at L Hall. presentation by Mr. ee.
A World report describes the Count di Montercole at the Fine Hotel Brunswick offering a sensational tale for monetary purchase. The Italian noble, described as disheveled and rough, asserts he holds a manuscript with potential multi continental sales and promises large returns if his story is acquired.
A blaze at Alex Montgomery's Sixth Street livery stables destroyed most structures and endangered 40 horses. Former employee William McFarland was jailed on suspicion of starting the fire amid claims of revenge after his dismissal. Insurance covered the losses totaling about 5 500. Firefighters faced difficulty due to the late hour and dense flames.
Col Chil Hazzard toured Lancaster to present flags to Grand Army men and touted his bid for Pension Agent, relying on G A endorsements. He planned quiet campaigning in Philadelphia and noted river traffic with coalboats towing empties signaling busy plans to make up time.
Mr James A McCormick while seeking gold and tin ore in Mexico found three oil paintings dated 1721. Hidden in a second hand store they were cleaned and proved valuable. The works depict the flight into Egypt the virgins and angels saluting Mary and were shown at Gillespies after being recovered from a wrecked abbey ruins.
Directors of the new Institution for the Education of the Blind negotiate to buy a handsome residence owned by Godfrey and Clark paper manufacturers. The property, once belonging to William Smith the pipe founder, is regarded as well suited and ready for use in the blind institution.
D J Cable of 77 Fourth Avenue reveals a brass roller clockwork device hidden in a piano that records extemporaneous playing and translates it into electrically driven piano keys. The system uses magnets, coils, and a punched cylinder to reproduce melodies like Home Sweet Home with potential mass sale and even security applications.
Greek traveler C. M. Demetrius at Union Station claims the Panama Canal is a massive fraud. He says evidence at the site shows contractors bled backers and favored insiders, doubts the project will ever be built, and asserts the public was misled.
The Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania holds an afternoon meeting at 2 o’clock in its rooms in the House. An varied program of papers will be read and discussed, inviting members and friends to attend and support the society’s efforts in collecting local history.
Lyman D. Gilbert of Harrisburg, former deputy attorney general under Governor He, was in the city yesterday. He is out of politics now and devoting his time to it. Gilbert believes Dauphin County will vote against prohibition amid many supporters.
Coroner McDowell presented a decomposed body found in Chartiers Creek at Laurel Station near the Pittsburg Chartiers Youghioheny line. The corpse bears initials BRM and a banner shield on the left arm, stands 534 feet tall, weighs about 165 pounds, and wears a blue white shirt with a Washington Pa. address in a pocket. Investigators trace a two month old dispute in Mansfield involving two colored men. one was arrested then released as murder could not be proven. The missing man had a wife in Washington Pa and the coroner believes this may be his body. further inquiry is planned.
In South Versailles township a petition from 57 children begs the judges of the upcoming License Court not to grant liquor licenses. Remonstrances against applicants are due, with eight filed yesterday and more expected today and tomorrow. Names include J A Carl ine and Louis Lantner among others with numerous signatures.
Lake Erie railroad brakeman Michael Cleary was attacked on a train near Coraopolis Tuesday night. trainmaster Charles Dietrich called eight men professional train bums, saying they robbed the employer of trains around paydays and targeted Cleary to seize his stipend. Cleary is recovering and the eight suspects await Monday's hearing in jail.
Restaurateurs discussed oleomargarine and vinegar adulteration after noon meeting. President Dimling defended oleo use citing health and cost benefits while urging restraint. several speakers labeled the law as class legislation and urged tackling vinegar adulteration. Local officials weigh constitutional questions and possible future litigation. ANGOSTURA Bitters mentioned as a product.
Bennett and Co advertise a Wood Street store window filled with American English and French traveling and office hats, claiming the finest in the world. Special inducements this week at the Corner Wood Street and Fifth Avenue location.
A bold sale sweep cuts across boys and children suits and men’s clothing with half price bargains at the Hub and new stock in paper, wallpaper, silk patterns, flannel shirts and more. Stores like Boston Clothing House on Smithfield Street and Jos Horne Co. Penn Avenue offer steep discounts and seasonal goods.
East End residents protested when the East End Electric Company placed poles on the sidewalk. After removal to the east side, a polite but firm nudge from residents led the company to keep tall ornamental poles there, easing the dispute.
Peter McCoy Jr. faced Alderman Richards after a Monday home attack on his father at Washington street and Poplar alley. The elder McCoy was carried to the office in a carriage and is in critical condition. The son is in jail in default of $500 bail for court.
All the new shapes in hats and bonnets with ribbons and flowers in greatest variety at Rosenbaum & Co. displays the season’s latest millinery fashions.
Constable Clisham of Chartiers to investigate the death of John Maullally injured on the Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad. He will probe an accusation that Station Agent Hamilton pushed Maullally toward the train. Hamilton has a good reputation and is not under arrest. The Coroner will continue the inquest this morning.
French novelty robes, spring fabrics and wraps featured with wide selection. Patterns priced 10 to 25 dollars, cashmeres silks laces and beaded trims, many Paris robe patterns and new millinery with 100 spring bonnets and hats on display.
H Clark, a Pennsylvania Railroad roundhouse employee, was struck with a club on Twenty-eighth Street about 9 o'clock last night after leaving work. He lay unconscious as the assailant rifled his pockets. Clark suspects the attacker was Hugh Doyle but nothing was taken. The Point Breeze Presbyterian Church congregation also extended a call to Rev. Dewitt Baron of Kittanning to be their pastor.
Jos. Horns & Co. offers a large assortment of imported French challis fabrics in elegant patterns. Over 100 pieces available at only fifty cents per yard, emphasizing quality and value for customers shopping for dress goods.
A notice states that spool cotton is now on sale for use in automatic sewing machines. It mentions Boccs and BvAL as patrons or suppliers and indicates availability for customers today.
Testimony in the James Forse policy writing case before Magistrate McKenna includes defense lawyer John Bryant and prosecutor Clarence Burleigh. A cipher message was read but its contents were unreadable, and witness John Cavanaugh described dealings related to Lat Hi Cardo and others at the Allegheny Market. The hearing resumed after adjournment to Monday at 2 o clock.
Local Prohibition supporters remained spirited after New Hampshire failed to achieve the two thirds vote on the prohibition amendment. Many patrons were seen with copies of The Distance, signaling continued enthusiasm for the cause.
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