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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1889

Page

8

Trial of Starr in Criminal Court resumes with testimonies

The Pittsburg Fort Wayne and Chicago Railway case returns to Criminal Court with witnesses testifying on Starr and his orders. Prosecution accuses Starr of causing deaths by Order No 5. defense argues he acted under superiors orders and had no discretion.

Starr Pittsburg, Fort Wayne and Chicago Railway J. Sharp McDonald Judge Stowe Robert Wilson Frank Osborne John F. Edmundson John N. Neeb Turner John Kirschner Federal Street L. A. Hall Pennsylvania Company Allegheny Gowen Magee Miss Weyman Calp Mr. Johnston Johnston W. D. Carlisle Cunningham Sale Mr. Starr Jeper Ewrre Equitable Gas Company P. Foley Fred Gwinner Ener Hobart McGregor Laney Pin Penn Foley Gwinner

Fishermen meet at American Fisheries Society gathering

Pittsburg delegate James V. Long, a state fish commissioner, travels to Philadelphia for the eighteenth annual American Fisheries Society meeting. The event, hosted by the Anglers Association of Eastern Pennsylvania, includes papers on fish culture and inland species and an excursion aboard the steamer Fish Hawk.

James V. Long Philadelphia American Fisheries Society Anglers’ Association of Eastern Pennsylvania Arch Street Fisheries Society of American Smithsonian United States Fish Commission United States Fish Hawk Asand Commonwealth

Col Andrews Seeks Four-Track Rail Link Opposes Ohio Connect

Colonel Andrews says a four-track railroad is needed and opposes connecting to Ohio. He reports discussions with William Thaw and a pending directors meeting to elect a President. He notes bankers favor bonds and expects letters on behalf of supporters.

Andrews William Thaw Ohio

Edison Westinghouse suit argues before Justice Bradley

Next week the Edison and Westinghouse electric companies face the court as Justice Bradley and Jess McKennan hear the case. Edison seeks further postponement, but Judge McKennan rejects any delay.

Edison Westinghouse Electric Justice Bradley Jess McKennan Asterday Jude McKennan

Mrs Foster to Lecture on Temperance at Local Church

Mrs J Elien Foster of Clinton Iowa begins her campaign with a lecture this evening at six oclock in the chapel of the First Presbyterian Church on Wood Street. The event aims to present her as a capable speaker on temperance in a series of talks designed to advocate reform and social improvement.

J. Elien Foster Clinton Iowa First Presbyterian Church Wood Street

Water line to W from Perry station project starts next week

The East Pittsburg Improvement Company plans to lay a 16 inch water main from Perry station to the town of W. The line length is miles. Bids for contracts are closed and operations will commence soon.

East Pittsburg Improvement Company Perry Station

Road Improvements Begin at Wall Station June 1

Pennsylvania project starts June 1 with extensive improvements on the Wall station line. Engines from Fort Wayne Panhandle and Pisnevare will move in as shops are completed.

Pennsylvania Road Wall Station Ft. W Panhandle Pisnevare Wiemmie

Wall Papers Promoted by John 8 Roberts

Pittsburg store John 8 Roberts at 414 Wood St. promotes wall papers for home decoration from a magnificent stock inviting customers to select from a wide range.

John 8. Roberts Wood St Pittsburg

Magnetic healer touted after long suffering hemorrhoids cure

The Pittsburgh paper describes Mrs. L. H. Anberry of Mercer, Pennsylvania, who endured years of prolapsed hemorrhoids with bleeding and weakness. After consulting Dr. Smith, the magnetic healer at 502 Penn Ave, she began treatment April 3 and reportedly recovered. The piece advertises his crowded offices and free consultations, urging others with ailments to seek his care.

Smith Penn Ave

Wanamaker Rule Emphasizes Quality Over Price In Clothing

The passage argues that price should not drive clothing value and insists quality remains the key measure. It asks if garments are proven to be strong, made of top materials, and offer long wear, praising Wanamaker’s emphasis on dependable quality over cost.

Wanamaker Nots Iif

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