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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1889
Page
12
Early returns show Quay leading in Verona and surrounding wards while Magee allies fare modestly. In Sixth District 74 precincts report 411 vote margin favoring Quay opposed by Magee with 41 precincts still to count.
Names of delegates elected in Assembly districts released from Magee-Fiinn headquarters show each ward and precinct, with many entries marked Q for the Quay action. The long list records third to ninth wards and numerous first to seventh precincts with multiple individuals named.
In Allegheny the Magee slate leads in the first district while the Quay faction dominates the second. Delegates claim victory on both sides with John N Neeb a leading claimant for opposing Quay rules. conventions to decide chairs and pledges occur amid mixed returns and quiet polling in one district.
At dawn Chairman Von Bonnhorst of the committee, after consulting with L. Magee, William Flion, G. P. Connor, William McCleary, Robert Elliot and others, issued the following statement and directives.
The McKeesport vote last evening defeated Sales and Jones for county convention delegates. Deputy Sheriff William German and Co John F Davitt carried the borough with their force at about 200. Vankirk Scott won the delegate spot to the State Convention, while Rowand faced no opposition.
West Elisabeth reported 69 votes cast in a local primary, the highest number on record for the county convention No. 1. The result indicates strong voter engagement in the area.
OCR fragment lists names and places including Percival Theeth Pike 53 Elisa beth borough Twenty fourth West and Dr A M Pierce. unclear context or event details.
C C Dickey Esq publishes an authoritative Republican endorsement of Democrat R H Johnston for District Attorney. The piece cites Johnston’s eight years of handling Criminal Court duties during Porter’s absence, his court work, and broad support from judges and the bar, noting his father was a former Whig governor.
In the Fourth precinct of Mayor McCallin's district and other wards, multiple Flinn delegates and allies won tight races against Quay and independent opponents. Notable outcomes include Kerr defeating Thompson by one vote in the Thirteenth ward, McMasters winning with 30 votes in the Fourteenth ward, and Evans the Quay ally prevailing in the Twenty-third ward. A victory rally followed with a display asking where Warmeastie and Quay are, as supporters claimed the rivals are in trouble.
Returns from the Sixth Assembly district show 27 of 70 precincts reporting 3403 votes needed 5689 total to decide with many delegates unnamed. Seventh and Eighth districts scarce but Magee Flinn faction claims drive. Home rulers win in Bellevue area while West Bellevue backs Quay. McKeesport Wilkinsburg and Braddock wards report Flinn delegates.
Lew Brown a Fourteenth ward Quay delegate says he is glad to be alive after a tough election. He cites anti prohibition sentiment and mistaken beliefs about his stance as major factors, noting supporters and city voters opposed him.
The article profiles George Rye of Shenandoah County Virginia an early abolitionist and Republican who fought slave drivers wielded pistols for self defense and engaged in politics from 1837 onward He recounts arrests bail bonds in Woodstock and Philadelphia 1856 events his move to Washington during the war and his roles after the conflict including a writ of election and service as state treasurer.
Hanes joined the Federal army and strayed from his unit in Shenandoah county, where rebels captured him. A party aimed at taking him to Richmond instead led him into the woods where he was shot. Diffenbacher recounts being taunted by Rye as Woodstock mob violence from 1860 echoes anti Lincoln sentiment.
A railroad official criticizes vestibule cars citing trapped passengers after wrecks and heat in summer. He notes the Chicago limited collision history as luck and prefers ordinary cars in hot weather despite comfort gains from vestibule design.
The article reports Superintendent Patton denying rumors of a transfer to the main line. It notes the surprise resignation of Pittsburg and Western Superintendent John Johnson and outlines two theories for his departure tied to perceived unfair treatment and influence from T. M. King.
Mr. A J Smith of the Lake Shore was elected President of the Passenger Association of the Central Traffic Association in Chicago, succeeding George Daniels who resigned as Vice Chairman. B F Knapp became Secretary, with duties formerly handled by Daniels. The group discussed fare questions for the Grand Army encampment and referred them to general managers.
The Baltimore and Ohio begins its Sunday excursion trains to Ohio Pyle and Wheeling with strong crowd indications. Division Passenger Agent Smith reported the Rice Corsair Company will depart for Philadelphia today on a speater train.
A disturbance at the Union depot gate last evening led to the arrest of a German named Loeheider after he resisted officers and struck one. Trainmen and travelers debated the incident before officers charged him with assault and battery.
A man found dead in Beltzhoover borough on Friday was initially identified as Jacob AmaLong of Belle Vernon by John Haddock, the victim’s father-in-law. Mrs. Amalong visited the funeral home and failed to confirm the body’s identity. She recalls her husband bore a tattoo of a woman and an anchor, which did not appear on the corpse. Coroner's office will examine a bag for further clues to establish the deceased’s identity.
A Manchester workman named Alexander Stewart was pinned beneath a fallen derrick as men raised a stone to a wall. He was released after about fifteen minutes with injuries described as painful but not serious.
The Central Trades Council of Western Pennsylvania refuses public access to the Campbell inquiry from the Window Glass Workers' Association. Delegates threaten withdrawal or resignation if the council does not drop secrecy, while press access is rejected 23 to 8. Rumors claim a plot to jail Campbell, with McGaw and Evans at center of partisan clash.
A mass meeting of about 300 miners at Suez Gas Coal Company and Blythe's mines discussed Western Pennsylvania scales. The resolutions urge miners to meet in Pittsburgh in May to address company stores and demand a definite standard benefiting all workers. The convention is set for the K of L Hall at 101 Fifth Avenue.
Labor leaders from the Knights of Labor and allied unions express strong opposition to the prohibition amendment. Master Workman Ross predicts under 6 percent in the Knights, President Smith of the American Flint Glass Workers’ Union cites under 1 percent, and Secretary Martin of the Amalgamated Association notes few votes for Cregeen. The Stewards’ Assembly No 10 993 may surrender its charter after a long inactivity.
Carnegie, Phipps & Co may adopt a sliding scale at the Homestead mill, with modifications possible. Amalgamated Association members show little unrest as about 3,000 workers exist, 2,300 of whom are skilled and loyal to the union. Secretary Martin notes manufacturers often offer cuts during such negotiations and says a two or three year scale is favored pending convention discussion.
The Allegheny Bessemer Steel Works at Duquesne shows no formal end to its strike, while Solar Iron Works workers continue their walkout. Strikers rely on support from other mills for sustenance and funds as deputies thin to about 25 to 30 guarding the mill.
IT 18 a success with a pot furnace running at Chambers McKee Co Jeannette works. Another furnace began and will be finished soon. Westmoreland Coal officials visited in a special car crowds arrive to town as workers come in. Colored puddlers still not on strike. union talks ongoing at Flecker's Hall Lawrenceville.
Labor notes report the Carnegie Phipps Co strike still on with near settlement expected. Thirty five spring fitters at mill No. 2 A French Co struck over working hours. Arbitration board to rule on stonemasons wages tomorrow. Solar Iron Works quiet while Black Diamond Steel Works show tension. Local K of L unit members raise questions at Central Trades Coalition meeting.
Advertises deep discounts across a wide range of clothing items from children's jerseys and ladies undergarments to chemises and skirts. Claims 50 percent savings, lists prices from 10 cents to several dollars, and promotes a broad stock at the Busy Bee Hive corner Sixth.
The article notes Kleber & Bro supply top piano brands including Steinway Conover Opera Emerson and organs such as Burdett and Viebureh. It highlights Kleber Bros as the oldest trusted music house in the city with salesrooms at 506 Wood Street and their dominant role in musical material for major concerts and festivals.
Odds and ends of lace and turcomans curtains heavily reduced with many patterns left. Stock will be cleared Monday morning at one third their value as items move from one half to three pairs. Groetzinger at 627 and 29 Penn Avenue advertises camp furnishings and summer patterns for lawns and meetings.
Marshell, the cash grocer of Pennsylvania, extols low prices and wide assortment. The notice claims his competitors inflate claims while promoting California fruits and 25c teas, inviting readers to compare values and request weekly price lists by mail from 79 and 31 Ohio Street, Sandusky.
Former Longview Hotel Brookville Pa opens for the summer in July 1889 boasting modern conveniences gas steam electric bells pure running water bath rooms and sanitary system with lawn tennis dancing pavilion and ample shade. The Silver Lake Club led by Prof J M Kennedy will hold lawn fetes at Silver Lake commencing June 6 drawing 150 young men from nearby towns. Members urged to preenroll and pack neat for the social season.
Read about wool and silk fabrics offered in vibrant colors and finishes. Prices stated for cashmeres silks and fancy satines with new Printings on Best French Cloth, summer weights and dresses accessories including umbrellas in a broad array of patterns and discounts.
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