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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1889
Page
2
Philip Clark, chief gunner's mate of the US warship Adams, cites German monopoly on Samoan plantations as the cause of island troubles. He says German Consul incited fighting, Klein acted as reporter with a pistol for protection, and the Nipsic relieved the Adams with tensions easing.
Mr. R. Henkell of Mainz, visiting the Duquesne, says talk of war between Germany and America over Samos is nonsense. He admits the consul stirred trouble and that Germany is willing to make amends, with a settlement by the Seminosey will, keeping the peace.
An investigation into a Carnegie pipeline incident at Harrievon City shows the deaths of James McGee and William Rogan were caused by heavy gas pressure rather than an explosion. Inspector James Irwin reportedly tested the line at 500 pounds, with workers at the end of the line unaware. Some men escaped with minor injuries, while others faced nonfatal burns as nearby pots melted. Witnesses dispute who warned workers, with claims about prior gas releases and divergent accounts from Irwin, Smith, and McCormick.
Redemptorist priests at St. Mary of Mercy's Church opened a two week mission yesterday. The revival mirrors the last year's effort led by Fathers Winn and Trimple. The program runs two weeks with sessions targeted to women on one week and men on the other. The opener featured a sermon on the last reason for seeking faith.
A fragment notes a discussion with a drummer about Pittsburg's population of red-haired girls. The transcript fragment shows unclear dialogue and readers’ impressions, with little verifiable detail beyond the claim and a joke about the city’s notable features.
A jumble of gossip and city notices recounts theatergoers' tastes, license battles, miscreants, court runs, lost children, a Royal Arcanum session, and a stream of minor crimes and near-farcical incidents. Names like J. E. Lemon and Major Bryner appear amid a collage of street life.
Mr. Joshua B. Rhoades reports a New York assembly of pipe men. He notes overproduction causes dullness in iron trades, mentions natural gas expanding capacity, and says domestic demand suffices with no need for panics. He sees money in the country and prefers smaller output to protect home markets.
The lively river rise keeps vessels at work on Sunday with several tows sent out and returns of empties. Reported tonnage includes coal draws claimed to reach 3,000,000 bushels, with names such as Nellie Walton and Annie Roberta tied to firms Horner Roberts and Joseph Walton & Co.
Rev Father Sheedy leads a strong temperance push in the First ward urging the city to limit liquor licenses. He cites parish poverty linked to whisky, denounces applicants from a local grocery and butcher, and urges adherence to the Baltimore pastoral letter's three prohibitions. He calls for fewer saloons and warns officials to enforce the law.
The crowded Opera House gathering presided by Captain Barbour featured Rev. Josephus Cheaney of Texas arguing liquor as a biblical stumbling block. He cited biblical references, urged church enforcement, and contrasted Maine and national prohibition outcomes, noting many advocates and testimonies gathered for the session.
A temperance meeting for young men at Butler Street M E Church addressed yesterday afternoon by Colonel John Sobieski of Missouri. Alderman A H Leake led the session after it began at 4 30. Sobieski argued liquor advocates overstated facts and highlighted the harmful effects.
Hon B C Christy spoke at a temperance gathering in the Moorhead building yesterday afternoon under the Bows of Temperance. The event drew a large audience and focused on abstinence and reform efforts.
Ex Governor Fquitt of Georgia lectured at Emory M E Church on Penn Avenue East End urging votes against liquor on June 18. He warned liquor destroys homes debauches children and fuels theft and anarchy stressing the five elements of society home church school press plus liquor as a curse. He denounced Methodists who shift the issue to women and children and urged Christian action.
Rev. Howard B. Grose of Fourth Avenue Baptist Church delivers an address on "Twenty, Reasons Why I Shall Vote for Prohibition." He argues voting supports welfare, family, salvation, reduces crime, protects the ballot, lowers corruption, and promotes religious and governmental aims, outlining a broad moral case for prohibition.
Rev E P Cowan of Third Presbyterian Church spoke last evening on The Temperance Question. He urged slow agitation to avoid harming the cause and noted two sides with fierce debates before June 18. He warned of dangers of intemperance and the duty to women in facing the issue.
Fred Deckert of the Sulphur Mining Company in Salt Lake City registers at the Duquesne. He credits the Edmunds Law with curbing polygamy in the territory, notes prosecutions rise with administration, and warns of the need for settled policy. He mentions safe investment amid Mormon issues and reports conductors advising grog supplies before Kansas-bound trains.
George M Murphy marshal of the first division in the Washington's Birthday parade misplaced a $35 warrant Saturday, while traveling from the Southside to the Cyclorama in Allegheny. He was seen Sunday morning on Sixth and Liberty awaiting a cable car to Fortieth Street M E Church where he serves as leading chorister.
August Lingenbach, one of the West Point Boiler Works accident victims, was buried from his home at 199 Howard Street Allegheny. He belonged to Allegheny Council retengent Sabo U A M and was laid to rest at Sikes son's cemetery after services on the North Side.
A telegraphic statement from Leechburg reports severe loss at the Leechburg Foundry and Machine Company due to damage in an immense blast furnace. The vice president’s account suggests a clogged grate and that only the grate removal offers any remedy.
A Pittsburg veterinarian and dental expert argue that horses have teeth nerves and suffer toothache like humans. They discuss symptoms, extraction methods, and why gold fillings for horses are impractical, noting cost, procedure length, and the need for anesthesia and protections.
At the Central Station session prisoners admit wrongdoing and vow reform. William Johnston and Richard Moore face drunkenness and abuse cases while Antona Funiok is accused of stealing a 10 cent pocketbook. The scene includes belligerent tempers and bruised homes as verdicts unfold.
John Wier a Grant street blacksmith aged 38 drowned about 1 pm Saturday 80 miles below Pittsburg near Martins Ferry after the barrow he wheeled struck an obstruction and he fell overboard. The steamer Sam Miller found him after seven minutes but rescue efforts failed. He leaves a widow and four children.
The Electric Light project faces delays as officials blame the Department of Public Works. City streets in Pittsburg are described as irregularly laid out, with narrow and wide sections causing conflicting arm placements. The plan may adjust arm positions and widen some avenues as work proceeds.
The Welsh Presbyterian Church on Second avenue was dedicated after Saturday preliminary services. Rev. T. C. Davies led the morning sermon on Christ’s world bearing, with Rev. Dr. Thomas and Rev. Hugh Davies also preaching. Afternoon English sermons by Rev. F. R. Farrand discussed Athens and philosophy. Visiting ministers attended. the altar area was decorated with tropical plants and flowers. evening addresses by Rev. Hugh Davies and Rev. H. P. Howells drew large crowds.
A rambling report traces Ida Baxter now alleging connections to Mrs Ellsworth who is in jail. She claims to have credentials from Rev J Garvin and describes Patterson Ellsworth life and past acts in Pitts and Allegheny. Police delay action until Baxter gathers concrete evidence as she intends.
School boards in Allegheny and Pittsburgh approve a children’s jubilee for April 30 when Washington is inaugurated as president. About a dozen pupils from each city will assemble around a music stand at Allegheny Parks or Grand Central Rink if wet. The Great Western Band and leaders will direct hymns while Battery B fires a sunset salute. Elaborate invitations are being prepared as committees meet at the Grain Exchange and solicit funds from business interests.
We continue business at our tempo quarters 531 and 533 Woods Ton d after March 21. Come to the new store on the old stand 83 85 87 and 89 Fifth. We shall show you a stock worth seeing.
Edward L Devore is presented as a leading sanitary funeral director serving East End patrons. The piece notes his focus on funeral directing, telephones for city and East End offices, and promotes spring advertisements from local merchants Hoare & Co. and Danzher & Shoenberg with fashion fabrics and new designs.
An old paper ad promotes spring dresses and fabrics with prices from 65 cents to 875 per pair. It mentions Horne & Co Penn Avenue Stores Danziger & Shoenberg Sixth Street and Penn Ave and references new curtain department and washable chambrays. Also includes a medical line promoting Kidds cough syrup in a separate blurb.
The ad lists cheap bargains on black cashmeres 46 inch wide at 50c a yard and 7c yard, plus other widths and prices. It promotes Huevus & Hackke and Hesey Terheyden the manufacturing jeweler No 530 Smithfield street with European imports. It also advertises spring purchases at various shops, Swiss ribbed vests in pink blue and ecru, and a reopening by Darren Wattles at 37 Fifth Avenue with clocks and foreign goods.
A fragment discusses discomfort from corsets with phrases about back pain and wearers enduring strain. The tone hints at fashion critique and health concerns in a historical setting.
Secretary D W Baird of the Restaurateurs Association will offer as evidence the opinions of the United States District Attorney and the State District Attorney on the legality of suits. The farmer is expected to side with restaurant helpers as federal courts have ruled on hotel consumption issues.
159 shades in 24 inch Sarah Silks and many printed silks in India and Canton styles priced 65c to 75c per yard. Large collection of season styles from 4 to 6.50 a yard with plains to match. Jersey silks, striped sarabs, and black silks of various grades promoted as best value and great buyer advantages.
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