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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1892
Page
5
Senator Neeb backs a reform for Sunday Blue Laws amid druggist backlash and calls for uniform statewide rules. Many officials including Mayor Gourley and Chief Brown favor modern Sunday practices while opposing strict continental limits.
Excitement rose in Allegheny as notices purportedly from Robert McClure warned locals their properties were used for illegal activities. Alderman Braun denied ordering the Lacock street house closed and rejected involvement, though the signature on the notices was recognized by some as McClure’s. The affected residents deny wrongdoing and threaten action, while tensions mount.
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Colonel Culver leads landscape plans for Schenley and Highland Parks with roads, a driveway loop, a half mile oval track, and bridle paths. He advocates English landscape style, stresses parks as public recreation and a solid investment, noting rising nearby land values near the city’s top parks. A Panther Hollow bridge and a water features plan would showcase a scenic ravine, lake and skating pond to attract visitors before the World’s Fair.
Reformers in Allegheny move to abolish the Delinquent Tax Collector role held by Sam C. Grier, arguing the office violates Pennsylvania law and was created by city council. They plan a court case to compel abolition, while Grier and city officials prepare to resist. Auditor McKirdy battles March taxes held by the office, seeking court-backed payment with a 5 percent prompt payer discount.
Newspaper staff attended a select display by Miss Virginia Knapp, Kanea’s famed psychic. Tests of mesmeric power included mind reading and article reproduction under hand laying, with two strong men unsuccessfully challenging her grip. Knapp stayed with Mr and Mrs J H Flecker in Allegheny.
James M. Lambing, Corry mayor, told Pittsburg directors of Butler Chemical Works that Corry faced injunctions delaying a large sewer project. He said a court appointed a Board of Viewers to assess benefits and local donors provided funds to resume and complete the work, praising the city’s efforts.
J F Diffenbacher publisher of the Directory of Pittsburg and Allegheny says the 1892 edition will be issued about June 1. He notes that the directory’s population increase is not as large as 1891 and attributes this to new industrial towns drawing workers away and strikes affecting the moving population.
In Allegheny and the north side, a fierce Seventh district race unfolds with nine candidates. George H. Quail claims growing strength as efforts span from Freeport to Fair Oaks over 44 miles and 20 miles wide, indicating a hard fought, hard to control battle.
Joseph Klinehample, 14, died last evening at S S Marvin's Bakery where he turned a crank. An autopsy will determine cause. parents reside in City View Eighth ward Allegheny. Police drill May 25 at Central station features summer uniforms and discarded belts.
Yesterday the Supreme Court received an application for a new trial for murderer Fitzpatrick. His attorneys allege errors by the judge in charging the jury. The case was held under advisement.
A Reserve Township family endures a double tragedy as 13 year old Charlie Buch lies dying after a brick struck him and 19 month old John Buch drowns in a cistern near their home. The incident follows a dog-related feud with a colored neighbor and a claim of malicious assault by Henry Ringo who fled after the act. Authorities search for Ringo as Alderman McKenna aids the inquiry and the family eyes possible civil action against the township for the drowning.
C F Jahn representing an opposition firm claims the Roney Stoker Company contract for smoke consumers was awarded illegally and says he will seek court action to halt it. He alleges a deal involving State Senator Bigelow, while Bigelow defends a legal fair award citing lowest bid and no stake in the product.
Superintendent Morris Meade yesterday completed the 1891 Bureau of Electricity report. It records 581 regular and 200 still alarms of fire, with no failures in reception or distribution. He urges underground wiring with phone company cooperation, better police telephone sound transmission, and an ordinance for a regular inspection inspector. He cites 235 telephones in the Electric Bureau and recommends appointing staff to maintain them.
Hon Nash Seanor of Indiana county proposes hosting the State Board spring meeting in Indiana. He aims to persuade the board to approve the location and timing, seeking support from county officials.
An informal meeting of free bridge advocates on the Southside drew about 50 taxpayers. A committee from each ward was named to urge Councilmen to buy an existing Monongahela bridge at once rather than let funds for new bridges sit idle. Speakers argued the city could purchase an old bridge for about 25 percent less than building anew. A second committee was formed to study buying an old bridge and the potential city savings.
Mayor Gourley met yesterday with a committee of ladies from the Hospital Saturday and Sunday Association. He prepared a public letter urging support for Hospital Day next Saturday. Funds raised aid free patients and comfort. tables will be set on principal streets with association ladies in charge accepting contributions from Pittsburg residents.
Carnegie Brothers & Co. buys the Miller heirs estate comprising about 40 tenement houses in Port Perry for 80000 dollars. The move aims to dominate the town as a premier iron site along the Monongahela Valley. Superintendent Schwab delays Edgar Thomson Works trip from June 1 due to rising steel rail demand and forecasts record output to meet growing orders.
A leading Republican politician reports that George W. Miller will be confirmed as Collector of Internal Revenue for the Pittsburgh district right after Allegheny county primaries on May 27. Senator Quay has withdrawn opposition and will call up the confirmation promptly. Miller will finish water assessments this year and begin duties immediately after.
Attorney Shiras says Economite Society troubles are settled for now. Fiecht to be reinstated this week, bringing peace to the group. Trustee Duss will take control after President Henrici’s death and may invite Dr Teed to Economy. Also: Welsh tin plate maker W Bright clarifies his Wales plant status amid trade downturn and future U.S. plans.
The annual Baptist Church meeting in Philadelphia marks the American church centennial with about 5000 delegates expected. Prominent Colorado ministers Reve Kerr Tulipson Kert Roe Granville Melkhan and J B Lovell traveled through the city en route to the Quaker City. Also noted, C H Pettingale, ex starter at Gloucester, rides to Chicago to start races at Garfield Park, with assistant R C McCann.
Mayor to review Market street railway ordinances amid merchant threats to relocate if lines pass. Magee defends two track plan to feed Duquesne and Manchester lines along Sixth and Market streets, claiming boosted business and safer driving with dual tracks. Public debate centers on impact to pedestrians and market square access.
A crowd of 500 newcomers, mostly Germans and Poles, arrived from New York at the Union depot yesterday. About 50 stayed in Pittsburgh while the rest dispersed to the West. Agent Petgin praised the immigrants as quality citizens.
The hearing in the Builders' Exchange case brought by outside contractors to force sale of building materials was continued until Saturday morning in Common Pleas No 3 due to heavy court business.
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