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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1891
Page
12
The council debates a sinking funds ordinance guiding November allocations and bond payments. Mayor Gourley condemns secrecy in Finance Committee talks while Controller Merrow backs the measure as his yearslong funding plan advances.
Lawrenceville society figures Thomas Smithson sues his in laws Peter Coleman and wife Lizzie Coleman and sister in laws Lizzie Coleman and Mrs Northood for conspiracy to control his two daughters Florence and Sadie Smithson. He alleges the parents influenced his wife to leave him and persuaded the girls to break a contract with Emma Juch Opera Company, diverting earnings to the defendants. He seeks recovery of his daughters and finances tied to their musical education. a hearing is set for Thursday.
15 year old Listle Babcock runaway from Oil City was found working at a Pittsburg lunch counter after her parents reported her missing. Inspector McAleese and Detective Robinson recovered her at Union station and reunited her with her parents after she had worked as a chambermaid and at a Union donot restaurant. Annie Miller had accompanied her but returned home.
Three mishaps were recorded including two people struck by trains and one injured by falling iron. Mrs Shoemaker was hit by a shifter at Marvellville and badly hurt, not expected to survive. Mitchell Knight suffered a fractured skull after a train strike near Beaver Falls. A worker named Riskie was crushed by falling pipes at Carbon Iron Works.
The examination for resident physicians at West Penn Hospital has concluded and the results were announced last night. The top honors went to Dr. Anderson, son of Sonessa, noted as the late Sucre of Virginia.
Pittsburg and Allegheny battle a severe grip epidemic as doctors and self styled healers tout electric therapy and a flood of cures. Dr Gentry reports partial relief, while Dr Eddowes prescribes a potent mix of ammonia, tinctures, and mercury alongside strong stimulants. Others advance vegetable regimens and extreme fasting. Some victims report blindness and growing despair as the disease spreads nationwide.
The funeral for Harvey Johnston brother of Assistant Depot Master Joseph Johnston will be held today at 5:80 o'clock from his residence in Wiltiesborg.
Bearers are J. M. Matthews John Mc Mahon William Beatt Thoms Kennedy George Patterson and Conductor Morrison. Services conducted by Rev. Mr. Moore of Wilkinsburg Presbyterian Church. Funeral held at a late hour due to a prior uncle's funeral at 2 o'clock.
The outbreak spreads through Pittsburgh suburbs with thirty plus pneumonia and grip deaths reported across days. Hospitals overcrowded. Edgewood Home and Edgeworth Hospital among facilities strained. Many workers and students ill. transportation and businesses crippled. Easter music program at St Anesatine Church canceled due to choir illness.
A discussion on the germ theory of grip emerges from physicians including Dr Gentry of Chicago and Dr E A Mandorff of the Southside. Dr Rostman and Dr Hereman weigh the claim, noting uncertainty and the need for medical journals for official guidance.
Jacob Stuckrath longtime Allegheny resident and former mayor died of pneumonia at his home at 104 James Street Allegheny aged 85. He once ran a tannery on Race Street and North Avenue then on Spring Garden Avenue. He served as Mayor in 1857 1858 and as County Commissioner in 1878. He was a candidate for Sheriff against Hugh S but lost. He belonged to Allegheny Lodge 228 and the funeral is today at 2 o clock with Mayor Peterson Pearson Sean and council chairs Lindsay and Hunter expected.
A group of drummers discussed a grip cure in a hotel last night. One man, wearing a heavy overcoat, recounted a doctor’s regimen of seven whiskies daily and quinine. He claimed to have followed it, plus extra drinks, and felt remarkably well.
Postmaster McKean is confined to his room at the Duquesne after a coughing fit ruptured a blood vessel. The ailment from a severe grip lingered, but the postmaster narrowly escaped more serious harm and will be out for some time.
A severe influenza grip spreads through Lawrenceville and surrounding areas. Prominent figures including Bishop Phelan and Colonel P M Shintion face battle, with many others such as J K Wallace, B L White, and John Sutton family listed among sufferers. Local residents report multiple hospitalities and homebound cases across several streets and institutions.
Eugene Lynch, a former Homestead resident long employed in Jones & Laughlins on the Southside, died Friday of the grip. A special train planned to carry members of the Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers and Division No. 6 of the AOH to his funeral. Lynch previously shot Porter of Shousetown in self defense, Porter’s dying confession exonerating Lynch.
A meeting of the American Mechanics organized in Pittsburgh for a June trip to Cleveland to attend the National Council. Twenty four councils were represented with J E Emge as Permanent Chairman. Committees on Executive Transportation Press were formed and a large public demonstration expected. If railroad rates are favorable, at least 6000 members will go from the region, combined with others to reach about 10000.
Departmental examinations will be held in the United States Courtroom on Monday April 6 for positions in Washington departments. On April 7 railway mail service exams follow. Examining Board includes Charles L Snyder representing the Civil Service Commission and local members Thomas J Hudson G B Mackey W W Colville J B Brash and W B Bryant.
Dr Joseph N Dickson states A M Watson the veteran lawyer remains in very serious condition and may not survive. Watson has been homebound since last fall with rheumatism, with additional complications feared to end his legal career.
Nelson P Reed died at his Wilkins avenue East End residence at 9 15 pm after a brief grip attack that led to lung congestion He was 49 and left a widow and two children Born in 1841 at Butler Pa he served in the Civil War and later led The Gazette and The Commercial He was a Republican and active in party and press circles A Press Club meeting and a publishers' gathering were planned to honor him.
John H. Brill of Philadelphia visited Birmingham officials to discuss electric road prospects. Frank B. Mercer, aiding on the Newark warship paymaster, visited his brother J. B. Mercer in Wilkinsburg. Notables such as W. A. Lynch, John M. Stauffer, and W. P. Logan were seen in town, alongside guests Jesse Gratth, D. Bower, H. J. Carter, W. B. Taylor, John Fern, and James Gorton at various hotels and residences.
Local brief notes a fire at Hows Brown and Co on Seventeenth Street causing a minor blaze in a lumber pile. A one month old babe was found on the doorstep of H. H. Theon on Stanton Avenue. James W. Patterson, former buildings superintendent, was reported yesterday.
The article details Barton Grubbs and the Department of Charities publishing the present officers for the safety department. It lists Chief Clerk James F. Bailey, Superintendent William P. Hunker, matron Mrs. M. J. Kellogg, physician Dr. W. O. Marshall, chaplain Rev. William McCracken, and others. Eastern district appointments await nine days. An additional detective will join the police force, and a strict physical exam will screen all candidates.
Easter shoppers faced high prices for roses lilies and hyacinths though florists had promised plentiful cheap flowers. Hyacinths were especially popular yet costly as buyers displayed persistent demand and carts filled with blooms.
Mrs Maxwell of Nixon Street Allegheny attempted to burn herself to death last evening. Her husband, allegedly intoxicated, said she was tired of life. She poured kerosene on her clothes and set fire. her daughter used a blanket to smother the flames. She escaped with minor burns. She is about 40.
Mayor Wyman signed the appropriation ordinance citing dire need among city staff. He noted street department pay rolls for five months had not been liquidated and promised workers would receive pay by tomorrow morning.
Postmaster McKean confined to bed issues order for Sunday delivery of special delivery letters from 8 am to noon. Previously some letters went out at odd hours. from now on items arriving before noon on Sundays will be delivered immediately.
Bankson roller sled invention to debut at the Grand Central Rink in Pittsburg as the Pond Avenue Amusement Hall opening around April 10. The 190 foot long slide will have 12 alleys and rubber-tired runners for smoother, safer rides. A public preview and press reception are planned, with other city slides planned at Coney Island and Rockaway Beach.
Robert Emerson and James Brackstock were arrested and lodged in the Allegheny lockup on a highway robbery charge. Christian Burns, of 136 Robinson street, swore out the information before Mayor Wyman after being followed from a Sandusky street saloon and robbed of 15 dollars at the foot of Sandusky. Brackstock was taken at the Ft Wayne depot, Emerson on Federal street. both are said to be well known to police.
An alarm reported from bar 115 last evening cites a natural gas explosion under the Panhandle Railroad bridge in Temperanceville. John Fender, owner of the shed used as a storehouse for barrels, entered with a lamp. the blast blew the lamp from his hand but caused no injuries and only slight damage.
A fragmented local advertisement notes contact details for a law building at Fifth and Wylie, mentions an elevator instruction, invites interest in lace curtains, and promotes Kennedy's ice cream soda with a question about La Grippe. The ad references J. H. Kuyren & Bao and a Telephone number 1707.
Demand for eggs yesterday was fully met by supply. Domestic hen eggs ranged from 16 to 20 cents, while goose eggs sold rapidly at three or four for a quarter.
A garbled OCR bundle lists multiple court actions and detentions. Names include Edward Piero e and Cornelius Davidian, with references to Squire W H Young and officer Miller. Charges include false pretense and peddling millinery, plus a brutal assault noted.
Huevas and Hacke invite attention to their complete direct importations featuring first selections from season assortments by top makers. New designs and colorings emphasize reliable quality. India Silk dress patterns and wash silks include checks and art designs priced 75 cents or one dollar per yard. Extra values in Black Sarah Silks range from 50 cents to 2 dollars 25 cents per yard.
This week 350 pairs of Pure Linen Pillow Cases size 36x45 inches sell at 125 dollars per pair and a dozen Huckatack Towels sell at 12 2/3 cents each. Superior quality goods offered at unequaled value at Cor Fifth Ave and Market St.
The store advertises a wide range of silks including Surahs surahs and tricotines, gros grain silks, and 32-inch drapery silk, with foreign and domestic fashions. Prices highlight 50c, 65c, and 14 dollars per yard items, plus 40-inch and 44-inch fabrics in plaids and wool blends, aiming at house wear and dress materials.
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