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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1892

Page

8

Convention of Methodist unions to evangelize cities

Opening session of a conference at Smithfield Street M E Church gathers about 40 delegates from various regions to plan evangelization of cities. Speakers from Chicago, Philadelphia, Brooklyn and Cincinnati stress organizing, Americanizing foreigners, and closing saloons to reach urban youth. The meeting vows to proceed with work starting today at 10 AM.

Methodist Smithfield Street M. E Creighton Milwaukee A. D. Traveller Chicago City Pittsburg Chicago Stev. Merritt Hulburd D. D Spring Garden Street Philadelpia Hulbard

Allegheny Presbytery Ends Quarterly Session With Admissions Report

The Allegheny Presbytery of the U. P. Church held its regular quarterly meeting at First U. P. Church on Union Avenue. Presiding was A. W. Flick of Emsworth. The body accepted the resignation of Dr. A. M. Campbell of Sewickley and approved several reports on mission work and church extension including West Union and Springdale financials. A candidate for ministry, Rev. W. A. Miller, was examined and admitted. delegates to the General Assembly were elected.

Allegheny Presbytery U. P Union Avenue Hey A. W. Flick Emsworth A. M. Campbell Sewickley West Montana Idaho Japan India Committee On Home Missions West Union W. J. McClintock Deer Creek Frankfort Mars Park Cave Springdale Gine A W. A. Miller Anders Calvert Park Dr. Robinson Butler Presbytery Witherspoon McAlister McM Ian J. SF. Milligan Beaver Valley W. F. Miller A. ML D. R. Imbrie J. Rdei H. E. Hamilton J. G Morris N Barr John Barr Robert McGowan R. D. McIlvaine

St Patrick parade issues orders for right of way

General Order No 2 from Chief Marshal J J McGuire directs that cable and electric streetcars have the right of way during the St Patrick's Day parade. Delegations from Mercer Youngstown and other districts are assigned to formation points and timing, with arrival targets set for 1 pm.

J. J. McGuire St. Patrick's Day St. Patrick’s Day Liberty Street Prrissone Mercer Youngstown Carlin Marenlend Gilroy South Diamond McKeesport Homestead Ormsby Station William Keily Southside Diamond del Tions Monongahela Flouse Point of Formaon J.J. McGume Patrick Fattox W. D. McAouirre

Magnificent Brocades and Silks Offered at Fashion House

A catalog page describes brocaded silks and trimmings with prices per yard. Silks include black satin duchess grounds with salmon stripes, rose duchesse grounds, changeable moire antiques, and pearl grounds with floral motifs. Illuminated silks feature gold green and blue combos. Indias and satins offer 50c to 2 per yard. Trimmings in pearl and opal shades complete the line.

Wall's Station Names and People Mentioned in Notice

Fragmentary OCR lists names associated with Wall's station including Dickson, F Sulla Cam Campana, M. Ellis, Dubois H, Mary M. Watchorn, and the note Wall's station appears as a locator.

Dickson Campana M. Ellis Re — Dubois H. Mary M. Watchorn

Obituary notices from March 1892 regional listings

Numerous death notices and funeral details for individuals including Mirxne Estecua Adams Caldwell and others. Entries specify dates March 14 to March 17, 1892, ages ranging from months to 88 years, with residences in Allegheny City Homestead and nearby areas. Interments listed as private. specific services scheduled at homes and churches.

Albright R. m Thuxsday Hows Street Aiken Caldwell Martha E. Lucas Rebecca Street Allegheny City Wrowespar Pr. U Carrigan Jonna P. Canziaux Carter Apa S. M James Mary M. Carter Wroxes Bay Crawford M. Crawrorp John Crawford Valencia Fuehr Eeer Most Penn Avenue E. E Oat Gunton Arieed Sanarak Wenxrspar Luzerne County Magdalenx A. B Ana Sea Washington Street Braddock Herald Brpert Erald John Herald Isto Fremont Street Allegheny Wepres Bay St. Peter's Pro-Cathedral San Francisco Cal Colorado Hoag Rebecca Joseph G. Hoag Mansfield Jane Thomas Hodgson Mansfield M. E Pr. A Hutchison Evizaners Resaca Street R. A Tavanepay Jeffreys Franesce D Charles T Ellen M. Jeffreys Jackson Street Wxdnerdat Lackner Aymont Lacenen Sarah Street S. 8 St. Michael's Church Street A.M. McGovern Perex McGovern Wenones Bay Meriden Street Duquesne Heights Lodge No. 385 West End Carpenters and Joiners' United Brotherhood Nelson William Netson Ashton Avenue Rover A. U Morris Rcves Tustin Street Thourspay Tyler Arene Martha Ieof Benjamin Tyler Fellers Wednewspay Nineteenth Street Southside Pittsburg Wamser Anna Louis Wawmeer Tuchsherer Wright's Alley Tatrspay

Domestic witness testifies in Scudder murder case

Hannah Johnson, a domestic helping Mrs. Dunton, testified at Dr. H M Scudder's preliminary hearing that she heard screams, saw Scudder strike Dunton three times, and witnessed bloodstains and actions after the assault. She said Mrs Scudder was present and that Dunton cried out in the hall. The prosecution rests on her testimony with defense allowed to present witnesses Friday.

Chicagco H. M. Scudder F. H. Dunton Inlaw Hannah Johnson

Betting at Sacred Concerts by Morrill Brothers Twins

In South Framingham Massachusetts March 15 special report two Chicago born twins called Morrill Brothers signed a contract with a Baptist church for sacred concerts and evangelistic services. They faced church concerns over character and refused to cancel the date, even betting 20 pounds that a church member could not stop their proceedings. They were billed for Westboro but local church committee warned they would not perform there.

Framingham Mass Morrill Brothers Chicago The Baptist Church Morrills Westboro

Japan Diet elections see government claim but unclear result

Yoroyama reports Japan's Diet elections near end with government papers claiming a 20 seat majority though many independents counted as supporters. Riots have occurred, 20 killed and 140 wounded. Voter turnout was low with fear of violence and intimidation cited. The Privy Council president reportedly resigns amid turmoil.

Yoroyama Privy Council

Great bargain suit sale at P G E Co

A local advertisement promotes 500 men's all wool black cheviot suits from PG&E at the corner Grant and Diamond streets. Suits priced at 5.80 each instead of 14 with a square corner coat style and braided side pants. Full suit for today only.

Pg&e Cor. Grant and Diamond Streets

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