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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1889

Page

9

Ancient Landguard Displaced For New 4-Story Block

The Crystal Palace landguard at Fifth avenue extension near the Court House is set to be razed for a four story brick and glass business block. The triangular parcel, owned by R T McGeagh, once housed The Little Woman in a one story corner building. The project includes remodeling the adjacent three story corner house and likely top floor use as a photographer.

Fifth Avenue Fifth and Old Avenues Court House R. T. McGeagh Old Avenue Syenuet Soho Hill van Bream Street Giass Tunnel Street

Lone Star Mathematics Elder Cheaney Details Prohibition Tale

Texas preacher Elder Josephus Cheaney, famed as the “Little Giant of Texas,” speaks at the Opera House tonight about prohibition. He notes a 3,000 to 90,000 majority in favor of bans, citing long temperance work, Europe visits, and arguments from both sexes in community licensing.

Cheaney Texas Josephus Cheaney Europe Lexus

TRE OIL GAUGER BILL PROMPTS CITY FURY

City Controller Stevens predicts the measure to abolish his office will fail in the Legislature. He says oil men opposing gauging back the bill. Craig noted Pittsburg alone employs a gauger, arguing the tax burden is unique to the city and unfair to local oil dealers.

Stevens Craig Pittsburg Pennsylvania

Fight on Penn Avenue Delays Cable Cars In 1900s City

John Nolan and William Campbell clashed on Penn avenue causing cable car delays. Sergeant Gray intervened and arrested both men after an exciting struggle.

John Nolan William Campbell Penn Avenue Sergeant Gray

Tired of His Old Job Depot Master Becomes Conductor

Joe Johnston, long time night depot master at Union Station, will quit his post to train as a passenger conductor. He departs for Philadelphia this morning for the ticket punchers' fitness examination. He is a valued worker and will perform efficiently in either role.

Joe Johnston Union Station Philadelphia

Boy Falls From Roof In Ann Street Incident

Willis Carnahan, 32 year old son of Mr Carnahan, residing on Ann street Pont Senera, fell from the roof to the pavement yesterday morning about 80 feet. A bone was broken and internal injuries are feared. The boy opened the window and climbed onto the roof.

Willis Carnahan Mr. Carnahan Ann Street Pont Senera

Eight Year Old Struck by Car on Penn and Fourth

Martin Stark, while stealing a cideous West End car yesterday afternoon, fell on Penn avenue and Fourth street and was run over. His right leg broke in two and the left knee cap dislocated. He is eight years old.

Martin Stark West End Et Penn Avenue Fourth Street

Westinghouse Denies British Patent Valuation Rumor

In a statement following yesterday's speculation, George Westinghouse Jr. firmly denies claims that he has assigned the rights to all his British patents for two million dollars. No further details were provided.

George Westinghouse, Jr Emly Great Britain

Baltimore and Ohio Freight Offices Move to New Depot

Freight offices for the Baltimore and Ohio are to be removed shortly to the new depot. The change consolidates operations at the updated facility.

Baltimore and Ohio Zeae Epee

Baby Clues Mom’s Identity After Epileptic Car Ride

A Birmingham car ride ended abruptly when a mother, unconscious from an epileptic attack, and her infant daughter were taken to a nearby store. The child’s half understandable clues led rescuers to locate a hillside home near Twenty-third Street, aided by a schoolgirl who named Mrs. Slocum as the mother.

A Quick Gripman Saves Life on Penn Avenue

At about 3 30 yesterday afternoon a 2 year old girl crossing Penn avenue at Twenty sixth street stepped onto the track in front of cable car No 204. The gripman acted instantly but could not stop before the child was dragged a foot or two. The conductor freed the child and she stood after the crew and passengers cheered. The gripman’s prompt action and presence of mind saved the child from serious injury.

Penn Avenue Twentysixth Street Eserves

Temperance Union Meet At Grand Opera House Tonight

The third union gospel temperance meet of Gospel Temperance Union No. 1 Murphy Association and Sons of Temperance will be held at the Grand Opera House tonight at 7 30. Captain Barbour will lead the meeting. Rev. Josephus Cheaney of Dallas will address the crowd. A chair will be chosen under John Sbook and Mrs. William Stuckroth. Pledges and eloquent speakers are expected in the coming Sundays for the next three months. Admission is free.

Third Union Gospel Temperance Meeting The Gospel Temperance Union No. 1 Order of Good Templars, Murphy Association and Sons of Temperance Grand Opera House Captain Barbour Josephus Cheaney Dallas Tex John Sbook William Stuckroth

Men of nerve keep watch on cable road tracks

Track walkers describe a dangerous day with six near misses as cars slide by on the cables. A companion recounts narrowly escaping a vehicle and being forced to move along with helpers.

Beating in Shousetown Leads to Arrest

Patrick Christy, drunkenly attacked his sister Mrs. P Diamond at her home in Shousetown, leaving her unconscious with internal injuries. Her brother in law was also assaulted while attempting to help. Christy was chased to the Southside by a constable with Policeman Murphy and jailed. Mr Diamond filed aggravated assault and battery charges against him.

Patrick Christy P. Diamond Shousetown Christy Diammond Murphy Mr. Dismond

Towboat Joe B Williams Sells For 29150 At Louisville Sale

The finest towboat Joe B Williams was sold yesterday afternoon by United States Marshal Cross in Louisville to J D Risher of Pittsburg for 29150 to satisfy a lien held by Grand Lake Coal and others. Other claims totaled 24870 with fees and costs. The vessel was described as the finest of its kind on the river.

Joe B. Williams United States Marshal Cross Louisville J. D. Risher Pittsburg M. Ni Grand Lake Coal Oe oFittsburg

King Seeks News On Junction Road Affairs

Thomas M. King, president of the Junction road, was in the city yesterday to look after affairs. When asked about a possible return to management he gave no clear answer. Local railroad men think he could reclaim his old post, with chances he may later become a B. and O. manager.

Thomas M. King Junction Road Ees Alotee

Alderman Carlisle Fixes Bail in Liquor to Minors Case

Alderman Carlisle yesterday set Paul Laockater’s bail at 1400 dollars for court to answer the charge of selling liquor to minors. Decision was reserved as pendente John Benk charged with selling liquor to minors without a license.

Alderman Carlisle Paul Laockater Aspendice John Benk

Prohibition Topic At St Augustine Society Meeting

A regular meeting of St Augustine's Young Men's Literary Society will be held tomorrow night. The discussion centers on the question resolved that prohibition is good for the people.

St. Augustine's Young Men's Literary Society

Pittsburg Address of D B M Hawa

D B M Hawa listed an address at ear, ae eee Pins street in Pittsburg Pennsylvania.

B. M. Hawa Ear Pins Pittsburg

Inquisition Points Judge White May Go It Alone

Court details on location and judges for the License Court. Judge White expected to preside, with Magee uncertain. Ewing to oversee Common Pleas No 2. Law Order League action looming. many licenses possible to be reduced.

Judge White Ewing Magee Tonges Law and Order League Law Students’ Association W. D. Moore

Branching Out The Vote States Ships Through Express

State rail shipments will move via United States Express after April 1 to carry through business previously handled by Pittsburg and Western in the region. Wells Fargo absorbed the P and W through business. United States remains carrier for the through traffic on that line. General Superintendent Snyder of Newark noted Western expansion as United States extends to Denver Colorado Springs and other points. company also operates over Northern Pacific and Denver and Rio Grande lines.

Les Barr and Bigelow United States Express J. D. Zimmerman United States Pittsburg and Western Road Wells-Fargo Mere Pittsburg and Western Snyder Newark Denver Colorado Springs Northern Pacifico Rio Grande

Father Ward Rumor Returns to St Pauls Cathedral

Catholic circles whisper that Rev Francis P Ward formerly at St Pauls Cathedral and now Greek and Latin professor at Mount St Marys Seminary Emmettsburg Md may be sent back to the Cathedral to fill the vacancy created by Father Graham moving to Latrobe If he returns he will likely be ordered to remain there He was famed as the silver tongued Catholic orator of the city before his departure.

St. Paul's Agals Francis P. Ward St. Paul’s Cathedral Mount St. Mary's Seminary Emmettaburg Graham Latrobe Father Ward

Councils of Knoxville and Belts Hoover Boroughs Meet

The Knoxville council appointed W J Hunter as puree and Beltshoover council named James Barr to the same office. Knoxville plans street improvements and better street lighting for their borough as part of yearlong arrangements.

Knoxville Beltshoover W.J. Hunter James Barr

One of the Menen's Leasees Leaves Pittsburgh

Mr W. B. Anderson of the Continental Hotel Philadelphia one of the new lessees of the Monongahela House was in the city and left for the East last night He will return to Pittsburgh in the latter part of the week to remain Here per manent ie.

Menen W. 8. Anderson Continental Hotel Philadelphia Monongahela House City Pittsburg

Food Commissioner's Report Reported in New Jersey Paper

Dr Newton Food Commissioner of New Jersey aided by Prof Cornwall of Princeton College presents findings on acid phosphate powder widely known in this region. The report notes comparative strength and value against costly high priced brands, with corroboration from sources in Rumford and Yeasted...

Newton New Jersey Cornwall Princeton College

Lieutenant Booker's Jackpot Raid Nabs Poker Room

Lieutenant Booker and a squad raided a West End poker room at Seats of Louis Gimble No 178 Wabash Ave near the West End car stables. Officers captured tables and paraphernalia, arrested players and owner Gimble, and locked them in the Edwards alley station. Patrol Captain Stewart oversaw arrests. bets were forfeited at 50 dollars.

Liieutenant Booker West End Louis Gimble Wabash Avenue Gimble Are Gimble Amy En Ape Edwards Alley Southside Proprien Aya Samna Stewart Spect Sones Kelly Coslett Edsupeyoea South Twentieth Teeatyard Peter Johnston Jones George Fox John Blacken Jacob Diehl Jisesk Achotts Stewart Cave

Welsh Church Dedication Marks New Presbyterian House

The Welsh Presbyterian Church at Second Avenue and Cherry Alley will be dedicated with three ceremonies at 10 2 and 6 30. The brick building seats 350, features oak front, stained glass, and costs noted as substantial. Rev T C Davis will lead the Welsh service, with Rev F R Farrard preaching in English and other ministers aiding.

Welsh Presbyterian Church Second Avenue Cherry Alley Conan T. C. Davis F. R. Farrard H Davis Wilkesbarre H. P .Howells D. D Columbus

Young salesman suffers near fatal fit at barber shop

William H. Yeagle, a young salesman at George W. Hubley’s store on Ohio street, Allegheny, collapsed after a fit in A B Hughes’ barber shop. He recovery enough to state his identity around 10 pm and will be moved home on Perrysville avenue this morning.

William H. Yeagle George W. Hubley Ohio Street Egheny A. B. Hughes Cole Allegheny General Hospital Perrysville Avenue

Captured the Boy After Father Reported Theft

Officer Hugh Madison arrested Daniel Shaughnesy about 18 on a charge of stealing $160 from his father, No 265 Webster avenue. A description led to his arrest at Eighteenth street and Spring alley. He was taken to Central station with $142 60 of the stolen money found on him. a hearing is scheduled today.

Hugh Madison Daniel Shaughnesy Shaughnessy Webster Avenue Eighteenth Street Spring Alley Central Station

Coal Boal Water and River Trade Boost Business

Fine weather and abundant water keep river men in good humor as boats unload empties and head out with coal. Yesterday the river stood over nine feet as barges from Kelsy Enterprise, Diamond, Charley Brown, Coal City, Fred Wilson, Hornet, and Pacific departed for Cincinnati, Louisville and other Southern ports. Packet traffic on the river is thriving with brisk business both ways.

Kelsy Enterprise Diamond Charley Brown Coal City Fred Wilson Hornet Pacific Cincinnati Louisville

Robbed of $200 by highwaymen in Clearfield County

J B Miller traveling salesman for John Fullerton and Son was assaulted and robbed of $200 by three highwaymen Friday evening between Punxsutawney and Rochester Mills in Clearfield County. He rode horseback in a lonely field. Miller is the second drummer robbed at that place.

J. B. Miller John Fullerton & Son Pittsburg Ponxsutawney Rochester Mills Clearfield County Miller

Homeless Girl Maggie Melvillie Sought by Relatives

A report notes that Maggie Melvillie remains homeless with no identified relatives able to claim her. Police are unable to locate kin locally and a correspondent from Cleveland sent a letter to authorities. The writer states shared home and earnings with Maggie after her mother's death and the desertion of her husband left the child abandoned.

Maggie Melville Cleveland

Attorney Yost Threatens Prosecution Over Restaurant Appeals

Attorney Yost says he would prosecute all restaurant keepers appealing Alderman's decision in clee cases who still operate, asserting they have no right to continue sale. Laurs Paulsen, a domestic worker for N. Megraw on Twenty sixth street, has disappeared from home, with no evident local ties or friends in this city.

Yost Laurs Paulsen N. E. Megraw Twenty-sixth Street Tarentum

Contractor Scanlon Charged After Shadyside Assault

Joseph Freil, who worked a week for contractor Scanlon of Shadyside, went to his home last Saturday to collect pay. Scanlon paid him but then assaulted Freil, leading to assault and battery charges against the contractor.

Scanlon Shadyside Joseph Freil Freil

C. and A. Abend Road Instruction Delay Mentioned

The report notes the Pennsylvania road issued a clipped instruction to its agents with Chicago and Alton not ahead by nine days, reflecting a transportation timetable dispute and delayed scheduling details.

Pennsylvania Chicago Alton

Celestial photography lecture at University Hall

Pittsburg and Allegheny residents attended Prof. J. A. Brashear on Astronomy or Celestial Photography. He traced photography’s history, noted early eight-hour exposures, and described how modern techniques capture moon and star images in minutes. Dr. Draper first photographed a human face, and Pickering aims to measure stellar distances, with Botany by Dr Adolph Koenig following.

University Hall Pittsburg Allegheny J. A. Brashear Adam John Draper New York Academy of Sciences Searle Wendell Cambridge Rutherford Saoleeane Lick Saontes Les Ours Adolph Koenig Pittsburg School of Pharmacy

Moot Court Laments Missing Judge At Millvale Ditch Case

The Moot Court Association faced a trial postponement when no judge appeared for the case of two men who fell into a ditch at Millvale. Walter Lyon, Esq., the assigned judge, failed to appear, drawing gossip that his ear was on a telephone line with Pennsylvania's junior senator. The expenses for court diagrams and witness fees were incurred despite the adjournment.

Moot Court Association Millvale Getty Coubnry Walter Lyon Pennsylvania

Steel Combination seen in Pittsburgh visits

A dispatch reports prominent steel men, including Messrs Smith and Forsyth of Joliet and Union Steel, visiting Pittsburgh hotel Duquesne. They discussed a proposed steel rail syndicate with Hemphill and other Western manufacturers but offered little detail and hinted they would not press any linkage with Carnegie interests.

Messrs. Smith and Forsyth Smith Joliet Edgar Thomson Carnegie Dispatch Messrs. Smith Forsyth Hotel Duquesne Hemphill Allegheny Bessemer Steel Cerear Western Steel Rail Pittsburg

Marble Workers Push for Shorter Week and Stalled Wages

The Marble Cutters' Association formed recently seeks nine hours during the week and eight on Saturdays while preserving current wages. Samuel Young of Jackson Street Allegheny was first to accept the demand, followed by other firms expected to adopt by April 10. John Beck named walking delegate to enforce the changes at all shops.

Marble, Slate and Tile Workers’ Association Samuel Young Jackson Street Allegheny John Beck

Knights of Labor Says Wright Likely Retained as Labor Commissioner

Robert D. Layton of the Legislative Committee said after returning from Washington that Carroll D. Wright is likely to be retained as Labor Commissioner and that any fight by others would be useless.

Robert D. Layton Legislative Committee of the Knights of Labor Washington Commissioner of Labor Carroll D. Wright

Runaway boy seeks shelter after fleeing New York Protectory

A 17 year old boy applied at Central station last night for a bed for the night. He claimed he ran away from the New York Catholic Protectory after a 914 year journey to Pittsburgh. Protectory authorities were notified.

Central Station New York Pittabure

Labor Notes Indorses Eight-Hour Statement by Master Workman

General Master Workman Powderly writing for the Knights of Labor official organ endorses the eight-hour statement. President Campbell of the Window Glass Workers denies reports from Washoe. Castle Shannon Railroad haymen wages cut from 150 dollars to 1 dollar per day. Men threaten to strike.

Powderly Knights of Labor Campbell Washingtown Washoe Castle Shannon

Window display praised by Penn Avenue observer

A prominent business man commented that if a New York window featured at Edward Groetzinger's store were recreated, it would cost hundreds to replicate. A reporter witnessed the remark and praised Groetzinger's artistic window, noting local rivals often publish inferior displays.

Penn Avenue Edward Groetzinger Groetzinger Goarre

Edward L Devore Funeral Director in East End

Edward L Devore, funeral director at 18 Sixth Avenue Orens, calls East Exp OFFICE coR PENN AND SHADY AVENUES. He aims to represent the new school undertaking with scientific professions and undivided attention to funeral service, inviting patrons to contact city office or East End for details.

Sixth Avenue Orens East Exp Cor Penn East End Meet Yar Jeon Fivetapen Erion Ibe

Bargain Suit and Overcoat Sale At Local Store

Our store highlights a busy Saturday with men’s tailor-made suits and spring overcoats priced at 10 dollars. Advertises Monday specials including $10 $12 and selected $15 high grade suits. Notes Glenmore men’s suit as latest model from P C.£ C on Grant and Diamond corners opposite the new Court House.

Glenmore P. C Grant and Diamond Sts New Court House

Glass window incident ends violent quarrel at Parker home

At about 1:15 a.m. a fight at Susie Parker's house at Fifth Avenue and Tunnel Street left one man badly cut after is thrown into a glass window. He severed hand injured as the window shattered. The proprietor shut the place. police found the scene quiet upon arrival. Chief Brown had ordered the house closed about a month earlier. Inmates had been quiet since.

Susie Parker Fifth Avenue Tunnel Street Brown

Pittsburg Central High Alumni Reunion Planned

The Commercial Department Alumni Association prepares for a reunion at year end. The event seeks to unite graduates amid noted indifference from former students.

Commercial Department Pittsburg Central High School

Found Dead in His Cell James McGarrigle

James McGarrigle was found dead in his cell after being found drunk on Smithfield Street about one o clock yesterday morning. He was 35 years old and lived with his mother in Cherry Alley. He was not a habitual drunkard.

James McGarrigle Smithfield Street Cherry Alley

The Rush for Carpets and Curtains Opens This Season

EpWamp Groetzinger at 627 and 629 Peon Avenue announces ready supply of carpets and curtains. Clerks ample to handle customers. inviting Pittsburg area shoppers to visit the store for updated house furnishings.

Pittsburg EpWamp Groetzinger Peon Avenue

E P Roberts & Sons Showcase New French Bronzes and Bric a Brac

Irallay Marble and Ren Bronzs highlight the extensive display at E P Roberts & Sons imports. Wiu AnGOSsTURA Bitters touted as a strong stimulant. Ty 85, $6 and $5 Paste offered to order at Pittsburg's 434 Wood Street. D ABBS claims to be a keen photographer and proud of his tie.

E. P. Roberts & Sons Bric-a-Brac Wiu

Editorial on constitutional amendment and prohibition debate

The Congregationalist reprints a long editorial weighing prohibition in Massachusetts and the temperance reform. It argues for high license as a trial, praises education and moral restraint, but doubts a full constitutional prohibition in old immigrant communities and Rhode Island parallels. It advocates careful policy rather than immediate constitutional change.

T. Wiles Massachusetts Rhode Island

Busy Bee Hive Closing Out Sale Items for All Ages

Sensible Goods at reasonable prices advertise a Monday sale offering infants and child embroideries mail and cashmere bonnets dresses calico dresses gowns gloves bonnets and more. The ad lists coats, shirts, table scarfs, blankets, comforts, underwear and ladies coats at low prices from 25c to 85c with mention of store at Sixth and Liberty.

Torchon Hamburg Hamber Hubbard

Dr Smiths Free Lectures to Ladies at Imperial Hall

Dr Smith the ee physician at Seventh Avenue tel will lecture to ladies this Sunday at 2 pm at Imperial Hall corner Seventh Avenue and New Grant Street. Admission free. At close the doctor will publicly heal the sick free for a short time. Exclusive for ladies. Many promises of health benefits. Also an ad for boys spring suits at $1.50 $2 and $3.50 at P C C corner Grant and Diamond streets opposite the new Court House.

Worcester and Donttan Pinte Sets Featured by E. P. Roberts

Worcester and Donttan Pinte cups and saucers as well as salad and ice cream sets are highlighted as specialties imported direct by E. P. Roberts & Sons.

Worcester E. P. Roberts & Sons Wsu

Great Sacrifice Salt Lace on ae les compe tine bargains

Street bargain note for H. Holteman and Bone at 35 Sixth Street advertising lace items and related great sacrifices. Local shopper message cites competitive prices and limited stock.

H. Holteman & Bone Sixth Street

Grocer appeals to savings and free delivery in two cities

Ad boasting vast clerical staff and unmatched prices claims weekly price lists and mail orders with free delivery within 200 miles. Offers 20 percent on certain items and one fifth savings. Also notes jewelry sale and a move to 420 Smithfield Street with a second line at 13 Fifth Avenue.

Itelf Mars Ohio St Cor. Saky Allegheny Smithfield Street Diamond Street Jas, McKee Fifth Avenue

New Importations Open By Biber and Easton

French novelty fabrics arrive in broad new lines at Biber and Easton with men’s and women’s wear materials. The assortment includes cashmeres wool suiting silk stock and dress goods in stripes checks and solids. Prices are advertised as low for spring with wide ranges in cottons and silks and a promotion on spring mantles jackets and related outerwear.

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