Resolution sparksering anti amendment agitation by German societies
Leaders from Turners and allied German groups plan vigorous campaigning against the proposed amendment. Committees will organize polling stations across the county to mobilize women in the W C T U and unite Catholic societies such as Knights of St George against the measure. A large meeting is announced at St George's on Penn avenue for next Sunday with members pledging to oppose the amendment at the June 18 ballot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gottfried Ibsen
Allegheny Tannverein
Western
Pennsylvania
Turners
Allegheny
Knights of St. George
St. George's
Penn Avenue
Pattern Makers Favor Eight Hour System Banished Piece Work
The Pittsburg Association of Pattern Makers hosted delegates with a banquet at the Seventh Avenue Hotel. President McGonnell led toasts and Clarence Burleigh spoke on civic duties. Prof Brashear was to discuss relations to industry. The banquet was praised and a convention vote urged shorter hours as the pattern makers planned to abolish piece work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seventh Avenue
Pittsburg Association of Pattern Makers
Seventh Avenue Hotel
McGonnell
Clarence Burleigh
Brashear
Tention
H. Bengough
Coroner’s Jury Findings On Fatal Federal Mine Explosion
Coroner McDowell completes inquest into the gas explosion at the Federal mines that killed several miners last Friday. Mine Inspector Blick testifies to rapid gas buildup and lack of danger signals. Verdict cites negligent actions by mine officials for failing to shut down and ventilate the mine and to display warning signals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDowell
Federal
Blick
Hugh McGuire
Bridgeville
Unity
Penn Rt
Reagan
Lev
Giallows Maine
Homeopathic Hospital Clerk Rumored Poisoning Incident
Report on a pharmacy clerk at the Homeopathic Hospital who reportedly poisoned himself, with officials noting uncertainty if accidental or deliberate and naming a young man Bowrie as a possible actor. Police and hospital officials are involved in the inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homeopathic Hospital
Bowrie
Bos
Colored Prohibition Debate Affects Local Wards
Ajax Jones faces no opposition for a run as anti prohibitionists rally in Franklin school hall. A colored meeting criticized a previous color society decision endorsing prohibition and Reverend Christy of Madison spoke against it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin School
Ajax Jones
Gies Christy
Madison
Ind
Narrow Escape on Wylie Avenue Street Car Line
An evening accident on the Wylie avenue street car line involved two cars on a single track from Tunnel to Fulton. Car No 12 rolled downhill after the brake handle was lost, colliding near Elm street with another car filled with passengers. The driver and several riders were injured, but the horses escaped unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wylie Avenue
Wylie Avenue Street
Onr
Logan Street
Fulton Streets
Elm Street
Bottlers’ Attorney Prepares Paper Book for Supreme Court
John Robb works to assemble the paper book by the 25th of the month for the bottlers appeal. The Supreme Court requires time to review before rendering a decision on Judge White’s rulings regarding water rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Robb
Supreme Court
White
Victimized Laborer Benefit Tonight At Odd Fellows Hall
A testimonial for Francis E. Carroll will be held at Odd Fellows Hall on the South Side tonight with a large attendance expected. The Tubal Cain lodge members plan a benefit program featuring the 3.0. Rober Dramatic Company to raise funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis E. Carroll
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Southaide
Carroll
Tubal Cain Lodge
Eire
Pythiss
Rober Dramatic Company
Inquest Opens into Suspected Poisoning Death
Squire Freeman of Willimeterg held an inquest last evening on the remains of a deceased colored woman. The woman reportedly became ill on Tuesday and died, with the jury examining exposure and potential blood poisoning as cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire Freeman
Willimeterg
Stonemasons Strike Concludes After Arbitration Pact
Both sides reached an arbitration agreement ending the stonemasons strike. A three man Arbitration Board will hear the case with a chairman and two associates. If the board finds in favor of any party the difference will be paid as ordered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peach Will & Representative
Prominent Pittsburgh Editor Voices Youth and Politics
A cluttered column notes a variety of topics from a Greensburg senator and a Naval Academy cadet to labor disputes and local crime. It mentions Major Samuel Harper’s death, his Civil War service, and his long public role in the Grand Army of the Republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army of the Republic
Harper
Moody
State Organization
Twenty-second District
Frank Smith
Gettyburg
Mt. N
Central A
Wne
Major Harper
Howsettee
Masonic Order
St. John's Lodge
Grand Lodge
Newly Chosen Officers For Pittsburg Orphan Asylum
The Protestant Orphan Asylum of Pittsburg and Allegheny elected officers yesterday with Elizabeth D. McKnight as President and Elizabeth Van Mirk as Vice President. Treasurers and a slate of committee roles were also named, including Miss Amelia Grier and Miss L Forsythe in key posts. The next monthly meeting of the new board is set for the second Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Merc
Elizabeth D. McKnight
Elizabeth van Mirk
H. B. Sae
Mra
Lots J. Os Beeref A. B
Anna T Kay
Anna W. Scott
H. BR. Lathrop
J. Forsythe
L. C. Cone
Amelia Grier
Major Schleiter’s Monument Dedication Planned
A memorial event is set for next Wednesday afternoon to honor Major vane Bechleiter with a bust and busts planned by the monument committee. Chairman Col Collier will preside and local singing societies are invited to participate in the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mont
Vane Bechleiter
Col Collier
Tragic Drowning of 12-Year-Old in Ohio River
Charles Alexander of Warner Street Aliegheny disappeared while in the Ohio River near Nixon Street. The young boy was seen in the water as a craft capsized and the body had not yet been recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Alexander
Warner Street
Aliegheny
Ohio River
Nixon Street
Yeswane Beyey
Seas ott eee soap makes bold claim of perfection
The fragment asserts Seas ott eee as the most perfect soap, naming Colgate and mentioning pores in a casual promotional tone.
TWO MORE STREET RAILWAYS
The Allegheny and Millvale Street Railway Company received a charter to build a four mile line from Lacock and Sandusky to Millvale and other segments from California Avenue to Jack’s Inn. Capital stock is 24000 dollars. L. H. Matthews presides with directors Chas N Boyd A A. Fearall ligten and T Lindsay named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny and
Millvale
California Avenue
Jack
Arthur Kennedy
Switchman Fatally Struck Near Kent Crossing
Henry Schelman aged 23 a switchman on the Pennsylvania Railroad Twenty-eighth Street division was run over near the crossing yesterday morning and died shortly after. He resided at Chartiers Junction with a widow and three children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Schelman
Twenty-eighth Street
Kent Pennsylvania Railroad
Yesterdy
Chartiers Joares
National Tube Works Workers Strike for 5 to 10 Percent Pay Rise
About 1,500 of the 5,000 National Tube Works Company employees at McKeesport walked out demanding raises of 5 to 10 percent. The strike stalled the threading floor mill and lap weld mill, with talks set for today to press for a 10 and 15 percent boost respectively and restoration of cuts imposed last year. Management cited dull trade and low prices while noting the plant operates to keep crews together and avoid idle periods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Rolling Min
National Tube Works Company
McKeesport
Tke
Palace Rink
Sapole
John E. Fingler
Prominent Strike Hits Solar Iron Works Over Promises
The Clark brothers face a renewed strike by workers at Solar Iron Works. Members of the Amalgamated Association cite unmet promises and wage disputes as the core cause. A large meeting was held in Frecker's recall corner Butler, with 55 lodge members present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark Bros
Solar Iron Works
Amalgamated Association
Clark
Maier Pueazee
Puddiers
Srr
Frecker
Butler
Vi Lodge
Candidates Named For Vacated Amalgamated Association Posts
The Amalgamated Association seeks replacements for President and Secretary as vacancies arise. Mentioned candidates include William T. Roberm and Jonathan Davis for President, James Grundy of Covington for potential secretary candidate, with several others declining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welke
Martin
Amalgamated Association
Dent
William T. Roberm
Jonathan Davis
James Grundy
Covington
Seer Madden
All Quiet at Duquesne on Quiet Day of Strife
Reported absence of new developments at Duquesne with 800 striking workers meeting secretly. Four carloads of rails shipped as confusion over the strife subsides. a dying striker, Wm Donn, is mentioned but unverified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duquesne
Wm. Donn
Aoer Ee
Gattowas
Window Glass Trade Faces Convention In West
The window glass manufacturers of the West will hold a convention on the 23d to discuss trade conditions. Talks of factory closings due to overproduction arise as stock on hand remains low and wages likely stay unchanged. President Bodine notes 41066 boxes in stock on April 10, well above July 1, 1848, with reports nationwide showing little accumulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Bodine
Coke Trade Slumps As Prices Drop And Shipments Fall
The coke trade is in poor condition with very low prices and reduced output. For the week ending Saturday, shipments fell with 1 976 cars to Pittsburg and river points, down 56 from the prior period, and other destinations also showing declines. Furnace net earnings and foundry products are listed with prices around 125 to 150 dollars per ton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Bessemer
Aires
Labor Leader Smyth Receives Union Letter of Threat
Arthur B. Smyth of Allegheny, noted labor figure, yesterday received a letter from the Ser League indicating he would likely be expelled as one of forty workers who plan to join the American Federation of Labor and the Marble Slate and Tile Workers' Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myra Clark
Gaines
James Brown Potter
McCreary
Pleasant Valley
New York
Colored Orphans’ Home
Greenwood Street
Allegheny
Madernier
Ohio Journal
Ohio
Kemmler
Buffalo
Patrick WeEtsi
James Brady
Forbes Street
Pitcher Stage
Arthur B. Smyth
Ser League
Elionican Federation of Labor
Es Ar
Marble, Slate and Tile Workers’ Union
Master Workman Coffey Hints Legal Escape From Trial
Labor Notes reports Master Workman Coffey of D A 143 5 L asserts his attorney uncovers a law that could release him when the trial proceeds. Coffey’s men faced charges for quitting a factory job after an order. Grozer McAllister and Harry Hammell, two Duquesne committee members, were freed from jail yesterday on a $1,000 bond. Pittsburg Plate Glass Company awarded a contract to a firm for a project amid a nationwide report showing 1,023 idle window glass pots and related labor changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Workman Coffey
D. A
Coffey
Grozer McAllister
Harry Hammell
Duquesne Comiete
Pittsburg Plate Glass Company
Ebmipompany
Ase En Ste
Java
Streator
Tate
United Reformed Presbyterians May Seek Peace Amid Split
The long standing rift between the Synod and General Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church, split since 1833, may heal as committees from both sides meet at Tarentum. Proposals aim to unify factions, with debates over voting on state issues and the prohibitory amendment, and leaders elected for the sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reformed Presbyterian Church
Synod
General Synod
Old Covenanters
John Graham
Tarentum
Rochester
N. C
Philadelphia
Eleventh Street
United States
H. H. Brownell
Vinton
Laws
J. Y. Bolee
J. H. Kendall
Tarentam
Dr. Miller
Paso
Elizabeth Write
David Ae
Xenia
Board of
Church Extension
Women Missionaries elect officers in Pittsburg Presbytery
At the fourth annual session of the Woman's Missionary Society of the Pittsburg Presbytery of the Reformed Presbyterian Church new officers were elected led by President Mrs. John T. Morton and First Vice President Mrs. James R. McKee of New Brighton. The society reported $1400 contributed during the year for work among the Comanche.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Missionary Society
Pittsburg
Reformed Presbyterian Church
John T. Morton
Ay Waa Ee Ee
Mit Jot
Gitton
Cormaponding Bereta
James R. McKee
New Brighton
Bishop Tuigg Nearing Death Amid Diocesan Shakeup
Reports from Altoona say Bishop Tuigg is dying at home after years of illness. Coadjutor Bishop Phelan is summoned. if Tuigg dies, Father Wall may lead the Pittsburgh diocese and Phelan the Allegheny diocese.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tauigg
Altoona
Phelan
Pescereny
Grene
Rome
Holy Father
Asia Minor
Tuigs
Father Wall
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Tuigg
It Was Not for Profit Concert at Bijou Theatre
The case of Br M. Gulick before Alderman McKenna tested use of the Boston Ideals for a concert at the Bijou Theatre last Sunday. Gulick claimed the venue was donated for the Anti-Cruelty Society and he did not take proceeds or permit staff to assist. The alderman reserved his decision until tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bijou
BR. M. Gulick
Boston
Alderman McKenna
Ar. Gulick
New Allegheny Bridge Aims Cable Operation Plan
Union Line Street Railway directors seek charter for a river bridge over the Allegheny. A cable system is likely to operate the new span as the Suspension Bridge Company declines. Work begins once power arrives. An unrelated local report notes a felonious assault case involving Samuel Parham and P Y J Seibert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Line Street Railway Company
Allegheny River
Suspension
Tas Shaster
Lena
Southsiders Seek Park Plan at Grandview Avenue
Southside residents petition the Department of Public Works to name a park or green space at Grandview Avenue and Duquesne Heights as a community project.
Ticket Sellers Versus Piano Sellers in May Festival
The article notes that while music firms may handle ticket sales or supply the musical equipment, Kleber & Bro. supply the pianos for major events. It claims Steinway pianos dominate and lists brands like Paancey Conover Opera Emerson Burdett organs and Vocalion church organs in connection with Kleber & Bro. The tone highlights Kleber & Bro. as the premier source for high quality pianos for festivals and concerts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kleber & Bro
Gilmore
Rosenthal
Steinway
Paancey
Conover
Opera
Emerson
Burdett
Vocalion Church
Jarrett Named United States Consul to Birmingham
John Jarrett announces he will leave for Birmingham England after being named United States Consul. He confirms no official notification has yet arrived but says he knew of the appointment four weeks ago and plans to study consular duties before departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meath
John Jarrett
United States
Birmingham
England
Fifth Avenue
Jarrett
Mr. Jarrett
Trnneghene
Pituabarg
Bellevue Annexation Move to Allegheny Defeated
A proposed Bellevue borough annexation to Allegheny was discussed at a recent meeting but failed 4 to 2 on a vote. The decision preserves the borough's autonomy for now and outlines next steps for residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bellevue Borough
Allegheny
Eee
May Music Festival Showcases Steinway Grand Pianos
The festival favors Steinway instruments as the sole piano for performances with Steinway grand pianos highlighted as essential. Gilmore's last concert similarly used Steinway Grand, praised by conductor and audience alike. H. Kibler & Bro. are noted as regional representatives.
Special for To-Day at P C C C Gem Suits Offer
To-day only Sara pe one offers quality suits in cheviot cassimere whipcord and worsted fabrics at $8. The sale promises 980 outfits in stylish trims priced far below their $15 to $17 value. Visit the P C C C store at cor and Diamond streets opposite the new Court house.
Excursions to Ohio Pyle and Wheeling By B&O R.R.
The B and O R R announces Sunday excursion tickets to Ohio Pyle and Wheeling with departure from the depot at 8 A M for Ohio Pyle and 8:30 A M for Wheeling. Returns to Pittsburg arrive 8:50 P M and 10:15 P M respectively. Also notes a furniture display at Hope and Uasoek near the railroad bridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio Pyle
Wheeling
Pittsburg
Hope
Uasoek
Ats
Fresh Arrivals and Bargains Advertised at City Stores
Local ads showcase Budweiser beer at G W Schmidt stores on Fifth Avenue. Also promotions for Connemara fabrics, French satines at Jos Horne Co Penn Ave, and wallpaper at John J Roberts Wood Street. Dental services offered at 604 Penn Ave with painless extraction. Bargains include cheap calico, infant wear, and wash goods at Primrose Cloth and Busy Bee Hive corner 6th and Liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos, Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
Horne & Co
East Pittsburgh Improvement Co Eyes Wilmerding for Plant
The East Pittsburgh Improvement Company promotes a proposed plant in Wilmerding to exploit Turtle Creek Valley sites near Brinton and Whitmerding. Abundant gas, nearby coal and coke, cheap water, low taxes, and rail connections promise cheap production for glass and electrical fixture manufacturing. Representatives will be at the Westinghouse building and in Wilmerding for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westinghouse Airbrake Compee
East Pittsburg Glass Company
Westinghouse Electric
Eastrae Improvement Company
Turtle Creek Valley
Brinton
Witmierding Ns
Pitts
Murrysville
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Connellsville
Monongahela
Pennsylvania Railroad
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Lake Erie
Wilmerding
East Pittsburg Improvement Company
Westinghouse
Ninth and
Penn Avenue
City
Pittsburg wallpaper store ad lists Lincrusta and silks
John S. Roberts 414 Wood Street offers Lincrusta Walton Japanese pressed leather papers and room moldings. An immense assortment of foreign and domestic silks sold by the yard. Includes medicinal preparations and dresses advertised, with various cabinet displays and children's items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hueus & Hacze Mwfsa
Pure Rye Whiskies Trade Selection Ad
We offer the trade selection of the largest and finest stock held in this city of io pecs ald ea whiskies uses years old, comprising follow brands Finch's Golden Wedding. A. Over holt & Co., H. Large, Jr., Gibson and Dillinger & Foon, C. H. Bexnert & Bro., No. 135 Finsta ave., 2d door below Wood st.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pecs
Ald
Finch’s
A. Overholt & Co
H. Large, Jr
Gibson and Dillinger & Foon
C. H. Bexnert & Bro
Finsta Ave
Wood St
Suits Offered At Eight Dollars For Today Only
Bargain alert for today only at the P. C. C. 0. corner Grant and Diamond streets opposite the new Court House. Eight dollar suits include ceviots cassim whipcards and worsteds, well made and stylishly trimmed, with a promise of 940 suits available. Also B and B fabrics advertised for sale with Paris printing art at 18 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gema
Cor
Grant and
Diamond Sts
New Court House
Summer Dress Goods Bargain at 45 Cents
Bargain notice from Jos. Houne & Co. highlighting dress goods department. Double width albatross and street shades offered at 45 cents per yard while stock lasts. Printed Indies and silks also advertised at reduced prices. Sales emphasis on affordable quality fabrics for summer attire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos
Houne & Co
Penn Avenue
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Saye
Ajax
The
Stonemasons
Cuusnen
Omaha
Interior Department
Promstrionists
Harrison
Roperns
Greensburg
Enpison
Chicago
Ees
Ben
Hismsa
Joan Lang
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis
Woodland Avenue
St James’ F.C
Suarg Ward
Rétta “Re. Porter
Tase
West End
Joax Kexter
Bellevue
Western Avenue
Maxwell
Anderson and
Robinson Streets
Satesten
Galbraith Wirsox
Kirschler
Pearson Sipe
Jomun Raxdall
Porter
Bellevernon
Samuel Cluey
Samuel Harper
Earth
Mt. Washington
Tor
Helen A. Whittier
Washington Infantry
Iowa
Judge
Collier
One Hundred and Thirty-ninth
Pennsylvania Volunteers
G. A. BR
Grand Chapter
Shiloheee No
Tancred Chanistry No
K. T
Supreme Council
Andrew's
St. « Epi
St. John's
Monongahele Tacined Finn Company
Atic
Ine Day
Arper
Ensertakines
Wheats
Orphan Asylum
Major Schleiter
Arrapgemrois
Obie
Town
Hart
Women Missionaries
Bishop Taigg
Asin
P. YJ. Seibert
Sean
Samuel Par- Haman
Parliaman
John Jarretts Joy
Mies
Messrs. H. Kieber & Bro
Sara Pe
Anheuser-Busch
St. Louis
G. W. Schmidt
Aces Syle
Connemara
Angiae
Ueus & Hacks
Mwfsu
John
Roberts
CammseLt & Dicer
F. H. Smith
Penn Ave
Scott
6Th
Liberty
Paria
Boces & Box
Klein
Campbell & Dice
Busy Hive
Es Pemeeenas
Sixth St
Des
McClares
Kidd
Thompson Brothers
Federal Street
NEW Adverto
Jos. Horne
K .O'S
Meres
Lansdown
Vellleys
Mor
India
Real Shanghai Silks
Sarah
Téo
Grenadines
Bangalines
Hiah Grenadines
Ginghams, Sa
Charlies
Rior
JOS. Horne & C'S
Penn Avenue Stores
Thousand Yards
Caine
Paris
Bun
Tee
Anheuser-Busch St
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