Man from Hamilton Returns Home in Shadow of Poisoning Suspicions
Thomas Rodgers, called Bogges in Hamilton, arrives in Allegheny after eluding Canadian detectives over his wife’s death. He plans to ship her body to Scranton, asserts innocence, and says relatives may seize his children, now in an asylum. Coroner says death by natural causes after a partial post mortem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Rodgers
Hamilton
Ontario
Bogges
Anderson and
Robinson Streets
Allegheny
Canada
Scranton
Amata
Ecvicgton
Death from grip claims well known local pressman
Frank J D Milligan a young pressman at Eichbaums and familiar around the city died yesterday at his late residence after a three month illness from grip. He suffered chills before the holidays, returned to work, and stayed on despite illness until his death shortly after noon. He was the brother of George V Milligan and about 28 years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank JD. Milligan
Eichbaum’s
Sixth Avenue
Milligan
Abbout
George V. Milligan
Excitement Subsides in Cornopolis as Amber Oil Rush Wanes
Report from Cornopolis notes a Forres roll at 75 to 8 barrels daily and amber oil quality. Residents who refused early royalties now regret missed gains while local deals unfold on Neville Island and the south shore with bonuses paid by a Sewickley man named Young.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornopolis
Archie Kerr
Neville Island
John Stein
Sewickiey
Young
Ice Drivers Meeting on Wage Increase Proposals
Ice Drivers and Helpers' Assembly No 7482 of the Knights of Labor met at Labor Hall yesterday to discuss a proposed wage increase. No definite action was taken, and another meeting is expected when winter ends and the crop outlook clarifies what wages might be justified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Labor
Labor Hall
Manchester Tornverein Meerting Reveals Ball Expenses
The Manchester Tornverein held its regular monthly meeting at their hall on Beaver Avenue yesterday afternoon. The Finance Committee reported the spending from the last ball held on the 18th of last month and final plans were made for the annual masquerade ball to be held on the 2nd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester Tornverein
Beaver Avenue
Committee On Finance
Westinghouse unveils improved electric lamp and dynamo test
The Westinghouse Electric Company demonstrated a new alternating current dynamo for street lighting at its East End station. The Bloomfield test powered 60 lamps with a compact machine offering better control, reduced labor, and even carbons, with plans to roll out in New York and Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East End
Westinghouse Electric Company
Bloomfield
Tve
New York
Boston
G. P. Shane
Westinhouse Electric Company
Fisher’s Strangling Plot Sparks Jail Transport Scene
Deputy Sheriff Smith requested a patrol wagon to move 31 county prisoners to Allegheny for the workhouse, the largest transfer yet. Inspector McAleese explained the Friday night attempted death by self harm by young Fisher, whom officials call a smart rascal aimed at garnering sympathy to affect his court outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheri Smith
Spector McAleese
Allegheny
McAleese
Fisher
Rascal
East Find
Oakland
Iron McAleese
Wages rise under sliding scale at Carnegie Phipps mill
Brappocr Pa March 16 under the Amalgamated sliding scale workers at the Homestead mill of Carnegie Phipps Co will receive higher pay starting April 1 based on rail prices rising from 30 74 to 39 and averaging over subsequent quarters. Ed Thomson sets new records as shifts yield high rail outputs totaling 6073 rails across three turns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brappocr
Homestead
Carnegie, Phipps & Co
Ed Thomson
Suit Against Postal Telegraph Seeks 5000 Damages
Frank T. Phillips files a suit against the Postal Telegraph Company claiming 5000 damages for neglect of duty after a telegram about the death of Prof. I N Stephenson, sent February 23 to Greensburg, not delivered, leaving Greensburg relatives unaware until after the funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank T. Phillips
Postal Telegraph Company
Greensburg
One & W
Prof. Stephenson
Magistrate orders young man to workhouse for days
James Orgin, 34, was sent to the workhouse after a hearing where his father testified he never contributed to his support and spent every cent on drink while abusing his parents. The case was heard in the Seventeenth ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brush
Seventeenth Ward
James Orgin
Allegheny Turner Association
South Canal Street
John N. Neeb
Manufacturers’ Gas Company
Castile Shannon
Aes Re
Vicin
Susan Hughes Dismissed by Magistrate Brush
Susan Hughes a slightly demented woman was dismissed by Magistrate Brush yesterday after a disturbance at Seventeenth ward station. She had earlier been employed at St Francis Hospital to collect money due her and caused a disturbance there on Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Hughes
Seventeenth Ward
Brush
St. Francis Hospital
Union Mutual Life Insurance Company 1689 results
Union Mutual Life Insurance of Portland Maine reports for 1689 increased premium income and receipts from other sources policies in force and insurance in force assets and surplus grew while expenses and disbursements fell and mortality was favorable. The firm seeks active canvassers for its Western Pennsylvania department with J McDonald manager at 6th Avenue Pittsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western
Pennsylvania
Apri
No. Sixth Avenue
Pittsburg
J. McDonald
Death in a Red Lion Hotel bed mystery man Merrick
A 65 year old man registered as T. C. Merrit Eric Pa is found dead in a Red Lion Hotel bed with ether odor and three drug bottles nearby. He was a former ship captain and oil driller with a murky past, possibly using laudanum, while neighbors say he was dejected and not sociable. The Erie coroner searches for identity. J R Ramsey of Allegheny confirms Merrick's prior employ and hints at a complex history including marriage drama and a travel routine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Lion Hotel
T. C. Merrit
Eric
Rankit's Drug Store
McKennan’s, & Market
James Kerr
Pittsburg
Poland
Mahoning County
Thomas E. Merrick
Felica
Erie
Cleveland
Pleasantville
Venango County
Europe
Burton
Jay Cook
Philarphia
Licenses in doubt as talk turns to Sunday speak eases
A Dispatch reporter saw a police officer join a city crowd in a central office as gossip swirled about this year’s License Court. A man argued licenses should go to anyone with money while liquor would be sold regardless, noting speakeasies do big business, especially on Sundays, a view echoed by the officer who said police face more trouble near speak-easies on Sundays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rodgers
Hamilton
DiStaTca
Mr. Rodgers
Disvatch
J. R. Rameer
Arch Street
Allegheny
Ramsey
Merrick
Lorene
Hooker
Ohio
Citys Dispatch
Navigation on the lakes remains clear despite cold snap
F. E. Randall, eastern agent for the Detroit and Cleveland Navigation Company, says navigation will not be hindered by recent cold weather. He notes shore ice forms after storms but the open water stays turbulent, with undercurrents and winds preventing solid ice formation on the lakes.
A Coming Treat for Artleta By Mr Keppel at Club Theater
New York curator Mr Frederick Keppel will lecture at the Club Theater for the Art Society next Thursday evening. Pittsburg hosts Mr Repnel as a guest of the Art Society and art circles expect a high interest in etching topics. Keppel, author of The Golden Age of Enving and The Etched Work of Charles Meryon, brings broad knowledge to the subject.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Artleta
Frederick Keppel
New York
Club
Art Society
Repnel
Pittsburg
Kechers
Kem- Brandt
Charles Meryon
Air
Keppel
America
Mrs Young Released on Ball in Shoplift Case
Alderman Flach of the Southside posted a $1,000 bond for Mrs Elizaneon ore to appear Saturday on shoplifting charges. She is scheduled for a hearing before Judge Grivy at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday.
Southside forger Bross missing in Steubenville
John C. Bross, alleged Southside forger, is missing in Steubenville. Friends deny knowledge of his whereabouts as telegrams go out to Wheeling, Steubenville and surrounding towns. His store goods have been attached for unpaid rent while creditors and family assess losses from his failed speculations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Bross
Southside
Steubenville
John J. Jordan
Juniata Land Company
Wheeling
Brosi
J. E. Miller
Bigelow Avenue
Bross
Bros; ‘Ather
J. Bross
Broa
German Savings and Deposit Bank
License Court Opens Amid License Speculation in Allegheny
The Allegheny county License Court will begin business in the extra courtroom at Grant and Diamond streets with Judges Ewing and Magee presiding. The initial list includes the First Ward and twenty from the Second Ward as applicants, with expectations of issuing licenses to meet a projected city revenue of about $20,000. Rumors circulate about how many licenses will be granted, and officials say speak-easy operators on Chief Brown's list may be barred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny County Torture Chamber
License Court
Grant
Diamond Streets
Ewing
Magee
Newell's
Brown
Police Court Opens With Twenty Eight Violators Seated
Judge Gripp presided as four sevens opened police court to review 28 violators of the decalogue and Pennsylvania statutes. Ten drunkards paid fines or waited for the wagon while others faced workhouse sentences or fines for assaults, threats, or theft during Saturday and Sunday incidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Gripp
Pennsylvania
Hen F. Gaines
Edward Festale
Smithfield Street
Miss Erwin
Devlin
Festale
Adam Hoffman
Webster Avenue
Tenry
Hoffman
James Burns
Bedford Avenue
Charles Miller
Frank Flinn
Forbes Street
Duffy
David Duffy
Miller
Sermon Replies to Joseph Cook on Unitarianism
Unitarian pastor Rev George T Purves notes Joseph Cook's criticisms of Unitarianism and defends the denomination. He cites history of the movement in Moyland and America, counters four charges, asserts Unitarianism’s vitality, rejects a mythical atonement, and emphasizes education obedience and humanitarian spiritual focus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Townsend
D. D
Unitarian Church
Joseph Cook
Cook
Townsend
Ingersoll
Heine
Martin Luther
Ronan
Jesus
Mr. Cook
Channing
Parker
Emerson
God
Salt That Lost Its Favor Preached At First Presbyterian
Rev. George T. Purves preached at First Presbyterian Church on Salt that has lost its savor. He cited Christ’s words Ye are the light Ye are the salt of the earth and urged Christians to act consistently with their profession to avoid hypocrisy and preserve the savor of the salt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George T. Purves
First Presbyterian
Wood Street
Mother-in-law Sermon Highlights Family Relations
Rev J L Fulton of Allegheny gave a lecture titled A Mother-in-law at an Allegheny church gathering. He cited proverbs and classical references to explain the tensions between brides and mothers-in-law. The talk framed the topic as a practical lesson on family dynamics and referenced healing of Peter's mother-in-law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Foltes
Allegheny
J. L.fulton
Second Presbyterian Church, Allegheny
Germany
Juvenal
Terence
Plutarch
Africa
Peter
Electric Feeder of Pittsburg Line Opens for Service
The Pittsburg Traction Company completes electric feeder work through Oakland. Cross over switch at Atwood Street enables non trailing entry. Cars, built in St Louis, expected this week, with a new cable motor car to follow. Ten ladies’ cars arriving soon become exclusive for a men free seating policy. smoking car noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Pittsburg Traction Company
Oakland
Atwood Street
St. Patrick's Day
St. Loui
Patriotism and Catholic Loyalty Highlight Canevin Sermon
Rev Father Canevin at St Pauls Cathedral urges Catholics to defend country and church on the eve of St Patrick’s Day. He cites Columbus and other explorers, warns against so called converted Catholics, and notes Catholic numbers rising from about 25 000 in 1776 to 10 000 000 to 11 000 000 today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father Canevin
Margaret Shepherd
St. Paul's Cathedral
Christopher Columbus
Drs
Margaret Shephard
The Unlucky Number Speak-Easy Raided by Police
Lieutenant David Lewis and officers raided a speak-easy run by Marshall Moss at 27 Second Avenue Yellow Row yesterday at 1 30 PM. They seized Moss and 17 inmates including Eliza Gray, with the rest described as tough characters. Moss faces charges for selling without a license selling on Sunday and keeping a disorderly house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Lewis
Marshall Mogs
Second Avenue
Yellow Row
Moss
Eliza Gray
Inspector McAleese
Knife Fight Over a Dollar Ends in Slashing
Kirk Fields and Bristol Green, both arrested, were involved in a knife clash after Fields accused Green of stealing a dollar. Green says Fields cut him and a bystander produced an open knife. Dr. Moyer treated Fields for a shoulder wound. Green’s wound also required sewing. Will Argue for a Charter. Ferguson and Alles attended a Harrisburg session regarding a charter for the Post Office and Iley Park street railroad Horsford's Acid Phosphate advertised for dyspepsia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirk Fields
Twenty-eighth Street
Bristol Green
Dr. Moyer
Green
Field
Fields
J. Scott Ferguson
J.C. Alles
Harrisburg
Secretary of the Commonwealth
Post Office
Iley Park Street Railroad
A Lesson to Young and Old by Rev Woodburn
Rev B F Woodburn of Sandusky Street Baptist Church Allegheny preached on Paul nevertheless stating youths share troubles with elders. He argued the sermon for the old applies to the young and that all sorrows deserve consideration even if their causes are not fully known.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Woodburn
Sandusky Street Baptist Church
Allegheny
Paul
The Chinese Religion Lecture by Rev Williams
Rev Williams of the Universalist Church gave two lectures at U V S hall Sixth Avenue. Morning topic Celibacy and Polygamy. evening topic China and Its Religion. He traced the growth of Chinese religion and life noting Confucianism as the main Chinese faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
Universalist Church
U. V. S Hall
Sixth Avenue
China
Confucius
Love by Letters Eyed as Speak-Easy Blackmail Plot
Two coal-diggers and a detective from Kansas City were nabbed by Officer Pat Farrell while tailing a speak-easy blackmail scheme in Pittsburg. Joseph D. Jobes Samuel M. Jobes and John Whiteman faced charges after being found with letters from young women, including Sophy Schonse, in possession when arrested outside Mrs. Shs house. Prosecutors plan to present witnesses at a morning hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Speak- Easy
Mather Eacy
Speak-Easy
Nes Ieeee
Kansas City
Pittsburg
Fourth Avenue
Pat Farrell
Meres
Farrell
Joseph D
Samuel M. Jobes
Coal Center
John Whiteman
Walton Street
Southside
Central Station
Sophy Schonse
Ama Riten
Alice Reynard
le C. Reynard
Sophy
Sam
Jennie Nichols
West Brownsville
Joseph
Injuries At Daybreak On P A M Road Crossing
A car on the P A M line escaped a collision at Federal street crossing when brakes failed and mules rushed forward as a fast freight hit and broke the gates. Driver Courtney was severely injured by the gate arm. George North of Haller Beck Salt Works was badly scalded by a fall into boiling material. he is in danger at Homeopathic Hospital. A Citizens' Traction car in East Liberty was struck by a paper bag of sardine cans tossed from outside, injuring a woman passenger slightly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Street
Courtney
George North
Haller, Beck & Co
Sawmill Run
North
East Liberty
Citizens’ Traction Line
Pennavente
Sixteenth
Seventeenth Streets
Indy
French girl found weeping at Lake Erie depot taken in by Mr Gallaher
Fifteen year old Jannette Weber from France, whose mother died at sea and father died later, was found crying at the Lake Erie depot and taken in by Mr Thomas Gallaher of the Southside. She saved thirty dollars for travel but suspects two men robbed her after she left them during a walk to the station. She later hoped for shelter in Pittsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Gallaher
Southside
Lake Erie
Gallisher
Jannette Weber
France
Pittsburg
Montour
Stevens
Kansas
Pittsby
Centenarian Policeman Receives Birthday Honors and Gifts
Captain William Heed of Central station marked his 70th birthday and 44 years of service with a reception and cigars from Inspector and Captains. He is the oldest American police officer by both age and tenure, and noted he is the last of Pittsburg’s original 24 to remain on the force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Heed
Central Station
United States
Reed
Pittsburg
Baptismal Service Hopes For Allegheny River Start
A report said a baptismal service would be held at the Ninth Street Bridge in the Allegheny. Curiosity drew many to the river but the immersion party did not appear. Weather and river conditions were uncertain with a cold wind from the north. Clerical figures observed the scene then departed. More ceremonies are expected as soon as conditions permit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Ninth Street
A Two Street Depot Moves On Rollers
A one story butter and egg depot on rollers was moved from the corner of South Twenty first and Carson streets to the opposite side of the street. The work began at midnight Saturday night and finished Sunday afternoon. Streetcar travel was hindered all day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Twenty-first and
Carson Streets
Pennsylvania Company Changes Secretary Announces Reorganization
Secretary Liggett of the Pennsylvania Company announces a reorganization with W. F. Black named General Manager in Louisville replacing John B. Carson. H. L. Miller becomes Superintendent of the Southern Division and W. B. Leeds takes Miller’s Maintenance of Way post at Little Minal branch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Company
Liggett
W. F. Black
Louisville
John B. Carson
H. L Miller
Southern Division C
Black
W. B. Leeds
Little Minal
Mr. Miller
To Wind Up the Watch Contest Between Parishes
The St Mary of Mercy and St Patrick's Churches in this city conclude their gold watch contest Tuesday evening. Murray represents the former parish while Jake represents the latter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary of Mercy
St. Patrick's
Gold Watch
Murray
Jake
Portraits for sale spark public interest
A vendor advertises life size crayon portraits at 350 dollars and an 8x10 photo suitable for framing. The notice hints at ongoing discounts or temporary terms and mentions unreliable phrasing about delivery and accessibility.
Explosion at Howard Street pumping station ruins building
An explosion at the Howard Street pumping station of the Allegheny Water Works wrecks the boiler room, disables the station, and leaves Allegheny residents without water for hours. A. L. Armstrong Jr. is injured but not seriously, and three bricks shattered into a nearby home. Loss estimated at about 6,000 with no insurance coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Street
Allegheny Water Works
A. L. Armstrong
Armstrong
Young Armstrong
Madison
Join Klein
Mrs. Klein
Bowman
Allegheny
Pleasant Valley
Ohio Governor James E Campbell Event In Pittsburgh
The Randall Club of Pittsburg invites the public to a reception for Governor James E Campbell on Monday evening March 17 1890 from 8 to 11 at the clubhouse 73 Sixth Avenue A large crowd is expected to greet Ohio's Chief Executive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randall Club
Pittsburg
James E. Campbell
Ohio
Sixth Avenue
Campbell
Lace Curtains Offered At Early Friday Sale
Our patrons are urged to come early next Friday morning the 21st to choose lace curtains from Campbell & Dies. The Alpine town and St Gall embroideries are showcased as direct imports with exclusive patterns and low prices. Jos Honns & Co. Penn Avenue Stores promote their spring embroidery collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell & Dies
St. Gall
Jos. Honns & Co
Penn Avenue
Picture Offer at Hendricks Co. Al legheny
An 8 by 10 watercolor portrait promises a handsome picture of you or your children for one dollar at Hendricks and Co. No. 68 Federal Street Allegheny. The notice insists it is not an advertising scheme and calls the image handsomely presented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hendricks & Co
Federal St
Allegheny
Lace Curtain Window Sale Preview Next Day Bargains
Lace curtain samples displayed in a Fifth Avenue window on Thursday March 20 to show upcoming bargains. The sale starts Friday 21 at 8 AM with items valued up to 300 dollars selling for 25 cents each. Campbell & Dick advertise. Van Dyke ceilings and ruchings featured at Rosenbaum Co. Photographer offers 12 elegant cabinets for 1 dollar at Aufrecht's Elite Gallery 516 Market. Pg. Come rain or shine bring baby use elevator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue
Campbell & Dick
Aufrecht
Market St. Pg
Lace curtain samples sale at ridiculously low 24 cents
On Friday March 21 a sale of new lace curtain samples runs from about Me to 3 dollars. The event promises great value and urges buyers to come early as sale opens. Camppetyt & Dicer. Van Dyxe collars and vaces in greatest variety. RosEx BaumM & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camppetyt & Dicer
RosEx Baumm & Co
Notable Remedies Promoted for General Ills
The notice lists weakness indifference to work headache dullness heaviness and appetite loss as symptoms suggesting one should seek several doses of a genuine remedy. It frames these signs as justification for medical treatment and emphasizes the remedy's authenticity.
Parades Mark St Patrick's Day Observances With Dual Routes
In clear warm weather forecasts, two St Patrick's Day parades were scheduled. The Ancient Order of Hibernians will lead a 10 o'clock procession along Fifth avenue Wylie to Wood and Water street ending at Hibernian Hall. A second parade by the Board of Erin starts at 11 o'clock routing through Market Penn Liberty and Smithfield to Sixth and Grant streets before dismissal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick
Erin
Order of Hibern American Board
Fifth Avenue
Wylie Avenue
Webster Avenue
Washington Street
Fifth Avenues
Wood Street
Water Street
Penn Avenue
Seventeenth Street
Liberty Street
Smithfield Street
Seventh Avenue
Grant Street
Sixth Avenue
Hibernian Hall
Cras
City Hall
Board of Erin
The
Hibernians
Market Street
Th Street
Duquesne Hall
Catholic Total Abstinence Union
Joseph Weldon
W. A. Griffin
James Burns
Grace McElroy
W. J. McElroy
Avent Wemen
Father Matthew Association
Company A
the Rifles
Fires Reported in Allegheny Marble Works and Exposition Shed
An alarm from Box 2 Allegheny reported a small fire in Young Van Gunden’s marble works on Jackson Street with damages under 10 dollars though polished stock was affected. A separate blaze at the old exposition shed caused by sparks from workers did not cause damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Box 2
Allegheny
Moon Yestering
Young van Gunden
Marble Works
Jackson Street
Comuay
Evournde
Variety in stock of Robes offers wide fashion options
The catalog presents Ombre Stripes, Small Cheeks, brocaded figures, Nun's Veilings, Stripe Satins, Tapestry designs, Swiss Flounce on Grenadine, and embroidered Skirts with prices from 20 to 25 dollars. A large range of traveling seaside and mountain costumes in plain bourette and English Chevreta. Also English Tailor Suitings, Broadcloths in spring colors, with claim of lowest prices for quality and style.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Crape
Becayse
England
Manchester
Tornverein Meerting
Weatinghouse Company
Dmcinis
Postal
Irwin
Derry Conoven Berry
Jacob Krebs
Juniata Street
Citizens’ Traction Company
Soho School
H. L Gourney
W. R. Ford
Frank Coffee
Liberty Avenue
Brokaw
Twenty-eighth Ward
Union Mutual Life Insurance Company
Port
Land
Thomas Irwin Merrick
Mr. Ramsey
Joe Cook
Dr. Townsend
Boston Divine
Kingdom of Heaven
Will
Horsford
William Ekeed
Allegheny City
MR. Armstrong's Little Adventure
Rosenbaum & Co
People's
Fleming Bros
Pittspurc, Pa
St. Louis
Horne & CO
Penn Ave
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