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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1892
Page
2
City health officials report 4000 to 4500 residents vaccinated in a month as Pittsburg braces for possible smallpox outbreaks. Articles describe past epidemics, vaccination procedures, and city efforts to provide free vaccine via physicians, schools, and public notices in four wards.
The illness typically lasts two to four weeks and is most contagious during convalescence when the skin sheds scales. Yeast particles may become airborne and inhaled, spreading infection to others.
Superintendent McKelvey questions Dr. Linderman over a claimed typhoid epidemic with 23 cases. Records show only two reports in six weeks. he warns of possible prosecution if the statement proves false. He notes a Homewood case cluster linked to an abandoned cistern with a dead cat and urges locating the disease source.
In the Spring Garden area Mrs. E Weitzler at 10 Spring Garden Ave reports a staged loot scheme. A stranger allegedly orders large consignments of whisky beer wine cigars in her name, sent COD, then returns them after a short bore with a cigar and drink. She vows to prosecute the deflector.
The Chamber of Commerce hosts a public meeting at 3 pm with Arthur B. Farquhar of Pennsylvania leading a campaign to spark Pittsburg’s participation in the Chicago World’s Columbian Exposition. Directors meet at 220 with Farquhar, urging manufacturers merchants and citizens to attend. The event underscores Pennsylvania’s need to elevate Pittsburg’s standing.
John Whitner and a man named Kennedy quarrel with Officer Diebold of Southside after a late night outing. Diebold strikes blows and restrains Whitner, leading to a scuffle that ends with both men at the Twenty-eighth ward station and the officer nursing a bruised eye.
A street fight erupted in Carey alley near South Twenty-ninth street involving James Dunn William Connors and Maury Monahan who intervened by striking Connors with a poker. Omeer Reich then appeared and police rushed the trio to the Twenty-eighth ward station after the clash.
Rose Yokosky, about 17, was picked up by Officer Lotta on Federal Street and taken to the Allegheny police station. Unable to speak English, she identified her name via an interpreter and said she was born in Poland and came to Allegheny a year ago. She wished to find a friend on Twenty second Street in Pittsburg. the friend’s identity is unknown. An investigation will be conducted today.
A. M. FE Zion delegates Mrs J M Foster led a Moorhead W T U meeting with RB E Toomey from Tennessee and S G Atkins of North Carolina speaking. The group continues serving Sunday luncheon to travelers and plans a parlor social tomorrow at Mrs J P Getman’s residence 509 Fifth Avenue to benefit Moorhead Union.
John Sullivan and Jim Crow clashed on the Sharpsburg bridge Saturday night. At the hearing Crow was found the aggressor, fined ten dollars and costs. Sullivan was discharged.
In an interview at the Union depot, Secretary Noble talks about Harrison’s possible renomination and Blaine’s popularity. He backs opening western lands, noting Oklahoma settlement and rapid growth, while urging humane treatment and education for Indians and cautioning against forced removals.
W E Howley traveled east to bid on railroad work in the anthracite regions as Reading interests clash with the Pennsylvania coalition over coal tonnage. In 59 days the Beech Creek line from Gazzam to Du Trois will be let while Buffalo Rochester and Pittsburgh plans a Franklin to Du Bois link. The B and R P may extend to the city with Vanderbilt backing, signaling a major enhancement.
Crazy Mary, who has appeared before nearly every magistrate in Allegheny county since arriving from Wheeling five or six weeks ago, faced another squire in Chartiers last Saturday. Denied admission to the Pittsburg lockup and other arrested locations, her disposition remains a difficult question.
Maggie Gipner swore out a warrant before Alderman Leslie alleging F M Gipner drank heavily and became boisterous and abusive. He was committed to six days in the workhouse.
Bridget Reagan was arrested yesterday on information by Junla Becker alleging a disorderly place on Second Avenue near Grant Street. She will be given a hearing at Central Station today.
Rev Mr Whiteside led revival services yesterday with singing by Misses Rev Joan T Morrar president of Holy Ghost College. She will lecture next Sunday at St Peter's Pro Cathedral on Christopher Columbus. A brakeman on the P R R was injured near Hawkins station and taken to West Penn Hospital.
Thomas Breiman a young farm hand and Katie Yoder married after a brief courtship in Grafton. Within days their union soured as Breiman hunted for his wife who vanished with her belongings. He later wrote from Youngstown to Joseph Thomas, his employer, saying Katie was not there and that he was broken hearted, signing as John Weas. No further trace of Katie is found.
Delegates from Shiloh J P Winnower and Duquesne Councils of the Jr U A M attended the First Unitarian Church for a sermon on Public Opinion by Rev C E St John. He urged citizens to influence and elevate public opinion while noting it reflects shared daily lives and can grow toward higher truth.
Richard Harrison, a young colored man, was arrested by Officer Elma after attempting to burglarize Willian Garlick’s grocery on Washington street. He pried open a rear window, emptied the cash drawer, hid behind a counter under a blanket, and claimed he was sleeping when found. He confessed to living in Clay alley, Seventh ward.
First police district officers report for duty at 8 this morning by Superintendent O Mara order due to a circus in town. Police urged residents on the parade line to fasten back doors before leaving to see the elephant as burglaries after circuses are common in this town.
Sharpsburg enforces a dry day with all speak-easies shut and owners warned to quit selling. Magistrate hearings in Allegheny report several fines for drunkenness and offenses, including Mrs. B Conway and Mike Currins tied to speak-easy activity. Coordinates include Deputy Mayor Nellie’s court and Ward Twenty-Eighth hearings.
Magistrate Hyndman led a morning session without Police Judge Gripp. Eighteen prisoners appeared, eight discharged, two had forfeited and did not stand trial. No serious breaches of peace were alleged, resulting in lenient sentences.
At a hearing before Alderman Hyman Frederick Smith was fined five cents and costs for abusing his family Patrick Welsh received 30 days to the work house for throwing a lamp at his wife Other cases were common drunks
The Knights of Labor executive board wraps in Pittsburg and plans a Rochester, New York meeting once business accrues. Secretary Hayes and John Devlin tour Tidioute, Meadville, and Warren seeking local grievances, then aim to Washington to involve the Farmers' Alliance.
A 22 year old German man named Paul Guro leapt into the two foot deep river at Denton avenue Allegheny about 8 PM. Councilman Hannon witnessed the act and pulled him from the water. Guro refused to identify himself but carried a blood stained knife blade and a cut on his right hand suggesting self harm. He was taken to the Central station for questioning and care.
The Sharpsburg Light Committee plans visits to Braddock McKeesport and Homestead to inspect electric plants ahead of a June 7 borough vote on building an incandescent plant. Supporters fear Father Schwab's stance could sway a large bloc of votes in the election.
Donatti Fadolio, an Italian, was arrested after drawing a stiletto on James Abriola during a work dispute on Grant Street. A crowd of about 200 gathered at the Sixth Avenue corner before Officers Gallant and Devlin dispersed them and seized the weapon at the lockup. The improvised blade was eight inches long.
Five prisoners were received at the Western Penitentiary from Huntingdon county on Saturday. Ernest Rodgers, an ex convict from the Huntingdon Reformitory, was sentenced to 12 years for assaulting an eight year old girl. William Connelly received seven years for attempting to wreck a passenger train at Spruce Creek. George Cato Edward Williams and Harry Angell were instigators of the recent outbreak at the Huntingdon Reformatory. Cato was given three years and Williams and Angell two years each.
J. M. Simms who boarded at Forty-ninth and Butler streets died yesterday morning at West Penn Hospital from a cerebral hemorrhage. He came from Ohio where relatives live. He was brought to the hospital Saturday night and died shortly afterward. His family will take him to Ohio.
A Pittsburgh area report states Prof J R Arbuckle principal of the Ninth ward school has vanished amid alleged misconduct. Relatives and neighbors discuss flight rumors and finances while authorities vow prosecution if charges prove true.
Police raided a new river shore speak-easy anchored near Brill Mant station attracting many visitors despite rain. Officers seized 13 eighths of beer and abundant whisky, 7 barrels of beer and a barrel of whisky, 7 boxes of labeled cigars, and arrested proprietor Aaron Jones and three East End men amid claims the saloon operated 24 hours.
Harry Reynolds was arrested on a warrant charging false pretense. Prosecutor J G Rhines, a Butler street dry goods dealer, said Reynolds came to the store claimed he had no money but would secure a guarantor. Reynolds left with the goods then returned and claimed it was all right. Officer McAndrews captured him. He awaits trial before Magistrate Leslie.
A political move to remove Burgess Martin from Etna Borough Council advances with court actions planned this week. Opponents, tied to the Chalfant faction, aim to curb his power while awaiting a Supreme Court ruling and possible judicial ouster.
Max Klein's Silver Age Whisky used exclusively in this institution for medicinal use with good results, says K Tinpester, Superintendent.
The Second Avenue Triction Company started a branch line on Greenfield Avenue yesterday. It runs from the corner of Second Avenue and Greenfield Avenue up into Schenley Park to the bridge near the Zoological Garden. Two cars operated ten minutes apart. No transfers issued, but main line passengers were charged 5 cents extra.
The body of a man killed on the Pennsylvania Railroad at Hawkins station last Friday, lying at the morgue, was identified yesterday by Frederick Kessman of Hawkins as William Robinson of Franklinville Huntingdon county Pa. Robinson was a carpenter and boarded at Rossman's house, having been missing since last Thursday.
A. Jones entered Munsher's store on Iut ter street Saturday night while intoxicated and fought with the Indy clerk. He jumped the counter and tried to strike her, but she dodged and fled into the street where he followed and was arrested. He was fined $25 plus costs by Alderman.
A compact notice promotes a sale of drivers and caddies or draft horses priced to attract buyers. It invites patrons from 92 First Avenue Pittsburg or nearby to attend on May 18 and promises persuading demonstrations to secure a purchase.
A dealer offers saddle horses and driving horses at 102 First Avenue Pittsburg. Fine mounts available with emphasis on sturdy heavy draft stock and attractive prospects for buyers seeking quality riding or work horses.
A sale list touts Black Silk bargains in Grenadines, Beaded Grenadines, and plain Blacks with prices cut to 75c to $3 a yard. Includes Beaded pieces, plain Her nans, and Figured Indias with notable discounts and center table specials.
Readily affordable bargain silks promise stylish summer dresses at only a small outlay. The note emphasizes value and wardrobe refresh with budget friendly fabrics.
This department advertises a sale on fabric items including 30 inch wine washes, pongees, chiffons, and printed indias with prices reduced from $1 to as low as 65 cents per yard. Highlights include 75 piece pongees, chameleon effect fabrics, and remaining stock of crepe du chine and tulles at bargain rates.
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