Transverse Gobble deal linked to Allegheny transit plan
John H. Dalsell of Pittsburg Seessetee Railway and associates bought the Transverse Passenger Railway franchise for about 200000. They seek to extend from the B and O depot to Sixteenth street, then toward Spring Garden avenue and a river bridge route to Chartiers Street. Pleasent Valley Street Railway dismisses fears of a hostile takeover or competing line.
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Allegheny
John H. Dalsell
Pittsburg
Seessetee Railway
Transverse Passenger Railway Company
Sixteenth Street
Spring Garden Avenue
Alleith
Smithfield Street
Garden Avenue
Sherman Avenue
Marion Avenue
Ridge
Chartiers Street
Port Wayne
California S Avenue
Superior Avenue
Pleasant Valley Street Railway
Gulick Goes to Europe for Paris Exposition Tour
Mr. Gulick of the Bijou Theater and his wife left for New York last evening to sail for Europe next week. They will visit the Paris Exposition and expect to return August 1. He plans to visit several countries where authorities restrict concert openings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EK. M. Gulick
Bijou Theater
New York
Europe
Mr. Gulick
Trials of the Police in Trying to Sleep Day at Central Station
Eight policemen assigned to daytime sleep at Central Station endure noisy patrol wagons and fire engine sirens. Under the new regime they nap from midnight to six, then again from eight to eleven, with only a few monthly shifts allowing rest in the Central dormitory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Station
Pittsburg Police Dormitory Aims to Guard Public Safety
The interior shows eight policemen housed in a ventilated dormitory at Central station. After gaining sleep experience, they expect to sleep through fires riots or other disturbances. Authorities say such constant precaution puts Pittsburg among leading U S cities in policing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Station
Pittsburg
United
County sues to force Pittsburgh for unpaid lien costs
Prothonotary Bradley filed suit in Common Pleas Court to decide if Allegheny County should bear about 40 000 in costs for municipal liens filed against Pittsburgh properties that did not reach final collection. The case questions legality of the city’s obligation to pay lien costs when liens remain dormant and disputes whether the act allows the county to shoulder work for nothing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradley
Common Pleas Court
Allegheny County
Pittsburg
Ah A Elon
Petty
Act of Assembly
Temperance Field Day planned near Ligonier July 27
Rev Father Sheedy of St Marys of Mercy leads a large temperance demonstration at Idlewood on Ligonier Valley Road, July 27, in honor of delegates en route to the National Diocesan Union convention in Cleveland starting August 5. Notables include Father Conaty, John H Campbell, Father Elliott, and Nolan. PRR will run cheap excursion trains. Cards note no beer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father Sheedy
St. Mary's of Mercy Church
National Diocesan Union of Temperance Societies
Idlewood
Ligonier Valley Road
Union
Cleveland
Tey
Father Conaty
Philadel
Europe
John H. Campbell
Philadelphia Union
Father Elliott
Paulist’s Order
New York
Nolan
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad
Ligonier
Sheedy
Stenographers Meet at Wood Street Headquarters
The Pittsburg Stenographers' Association held its regular monthly meeting last evening at its Wood Street headquarters. President A. M. Martin spoke on "The Experience of a Stenographer" and a debate on stenographic benefits followed with Hulburt and Fulop affirming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Stenographers’ Association
Wood Street
A. M. Martin
B. Hulburt
R. Fulop
H. MiKeuster
H. C. Russell
Engineer Mr Hoffman Found Unconscious in Building
Mr Hoffman aged 72, an engineer for 40 years in the building occupied by McIntosh Hemp hill and Co, was found unconscious under the boilers yesterday with paralysis. He lies critically ill at his Southside home. Dr Hawwa treats ear nose and throat patients at 718 Penn Passa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoffman
McIntosh, Hemphill & Co
Paris to Host July International Labor convention
A circular from the Federation Nationale invites world labor groups to an international convention in Paris from July 14 to 21 1889. The Amalgamated Association of workmen rejects involvement while leaders like General Master Workman Powderly may attend the Exposition. The plan envisions a union of labor organizations across Europe and America with debates on international labor law and pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
Amalgamated Association
Federation Nationale
Paris
Mbor
Workman
Powderly
Knights of Labor
France
St Council
Bordeaux
National Congress of Socialistic Workingmen of
Troyes
International
Worksrmen
Paria
French Socialistic Party
Europe
America
Eee Ie
la Haye
Goeeer Caeede
Belgium
Holland
Enand
Denmark
Conference of
la Hayae
Congress of Bordeaux Et Teo
International Conference of la Firsi
National Council of
RE. Lavigne
Rue A
Ae Commission of
Trooes
Batisse
Executive Commission of
Election of Delegates for L A 1710 Confronts Detroit Convention
Hustling by Knights of Labor brass workers over delegates to the N D A 252 convention in Detroit Itally. Key business includes electing a National District Master Workman to replace Eccles Robinson. Candidates include Daniel A. Crowley F A Stierheim and Eufus Leslie with ballots set for Thursday evening.
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L. A
Knights of Labor
Detroit
Mich
Ituly
Eccles Robinson
Daniel A. Crowley
F. A. Stierheim
Eufus Leslie
Transcontinental rate meeting edges Johnstown towns toward Pittsburgh
Pittsburg representatives of the Transcontinental Lines held a meeting to urge Pittsburgh freight rates for Johnstown West Newton and Uniontown destined for the Pacific coast. Iron rate from Pittsburgh is 115. from Johnstown 120. Action to be sent to the Transcontinental Association meeting in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Johnstown
West Newton
Uniontown
Pacific Coast
Buffalo
Bristol
Tenn
Titusville
Transcontinental Association
New York
The Trouble at Duquesne Strikers Confident of Victory
Strikers at Allegheny Bessemer Steel Works in Duquesne say workers are leaving as dissatisfaction grows. They enjoy support from other mills and expect to hold out for months. Citizens reproach deputy sheriffs for interfering as rails are shipped daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Bessemer Steel Works
Duquesne
Campbell Secret Circular Claimed By Trade Union Leader
A mysterious circular purporting to copy a Window Glass Workers' Union document circulated yesterday. Campbell denied meeting anyone who made such statements and said his circulars to the trade were secret, suppressing any public release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell
Window Glass Workers’ Union
Coal's Darker Side and Monopolies on Supply
An analysis argues that coal monopolies restrain competition in the industry. It notes Pittsburgh’s rail and river coal trade, the potential of new lines like the McKeesport and Bellevernan Railway, and vast Virginia coal and timber resources that could lower costs and challenge existing firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
Kimberland
McKeesport
Bellevernan
Virginia
Allegheny
Discharge Peel Hits Pittsburg and Western Road
General Manager McDonald cuts the forea of workers on the Pittsburg and Western line. About one third of 100 Allegheny shops' men are discharged, plus dozens in bridge, auditor, and car accounting offices. Estimated total layoffs reach 350. McDonald absent on road tour. VP Thomas directs staff reductions amid payroll drop goals. Employees planned banquet at Seventh Avenue Hotel honoring Mr. Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDonald
Pittsburg
Western Road
Allegheny
Soles
Campbell
Bassett
Pittsburg and Western Road
Thomas
Pyres
Road
Seventh Avenue Hotel
Johnson
Carnegie Steel Strike at Homestead Warns of Firm Stand
Amalgamated Association officials report about 2300 members at Homestead divided into six lodges refuse any employer proposal unless accepted by the union or individual members resign. Leading workers and union headquarters indicate no sign of weakening and plan to wait for the convention before agreeing. Top officials doubt 1000 men accepted Carnegie’s scale and note some would accept a three year term, but not on that basis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sesan Ee
Slack
Carnegie
Homestead
Amalgamated Association
Organsation
Tune 4
Public Investigation on Foreign Glassworkers Opened by Trades Council
The Trades Council of Western Pennsylvania held a special meeting and backed a plan for a public investigation into window glass charges. Dennis Hayes and William J. Smith were chosen to represent the council on the court. Two Duquesne strikers spoke about wage comparisons and rail inspector remarks. The matter was postponed to next Saturday night. Delegates F A Baer William Creamer and A T Hornett attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trades Council of Western Pennsylvania
Dennis Hayes
Bottle Blowers’ Assembly
William J. Smith
American Flint Glass Workers’ Association
Duquesne
Hudson River
F. A. Baer
Brass Workers
William Creamer
Theatrical Assembly
A. T. Hornett
Horseshoers’ Union No. 9
Miners urged to resume work as October idle period ends
The river coal miners, who hoped to stay idle until October, are urged to return to work starting a six week term at West Elizabeth per Joseph Walton & Co order. The move signals trade may be improving after earlier reports. Excursion to Ohio Pyle on Decoration Day offered at $150 round trip with 8 a.m. departure from the Baltimore and Ohio depot. BreeHam's Pills touted for headache and Prans' Soap advertised as purest and best. Roya awnings advertised as extra heavy at Mamauz & Son's 537 and 639 Penn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Walton & Co
West Elizabeth
Roya
Mamauz & Son's
Penn
Ohio Pyle
Baltimore and Ohio Depot
Penny Savings Bank bill awaits Governor Beaver signature
A bill authorizing penny savings banks as charitable, nonprofit institutions awaits Governor Beaver's signature. Initiated by Wanamaker and Hinckley, the plan mirrors the Dollar Savings Bank model, allows deposits from one penny, and requires a 13-member board with no salaries. The bill amends the 1874 corporation act to permit such banks, with strict rules on deposits, withdrawals, mortgages, and nonprofit operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaver
Philadelphia
General Wanamaker
Dollar Savings Bank
Wanamaker
Phiadelphia
Bethany Church
Robert ©. Hinckley
Hinckley
Pittsburg
Fand
Bethany Chu
Penny Savings Bank of
Vor Pate Church
Ma Agi Ridge
Anamaker
Mr. Wanamaker
Delamater
Pannauvings Bank
Eleventh
Lombard Streets
Bethany Bank
Peter Sei Atio
Hare
Savings Bank
J. B. D. Meade
Dollar
William Roseburg
Bank of Pittsburg
Meade
Diamond Street Arcade Plan Moves Before Council
The Committee on Surveys recommended to Councils the opening and widening of Diamond street from Smithfield to the market house with a 60 foot width and an arcade through Old City Hall. Widening to Liberty street is abandoned due to property owner opposition and petitions favored Fourth avenue and Forbes widenings. Oliver Bros. & Phillips urged two vacation ordinances for Virgin alley and South Eleventh street to gain room for manufacturing needs, with a pledge to restore them if required.
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Diamond Street
Smithfield Street
Market House
Old City Hall
Liberty Street
Fourth Avenue
Boyd and
Try
Forbes
Boyd
Diamond Streets
D. B. Oliver
Oliver Bros. & Phillips
Virgin Alley
South Eleventh
South Twelfth Streets
South Eleventh Street
Muriel Street
Monongahela River
Oliver
Allegheny Council Makers Change Crosstown Railway Ordinance
Allegheny Street Railway Committee revised the Crosstown Observatory Hill line ordinance. Sections altered cover overhead power, single or double tracks on 40 feet wide streets, route changes via Federal and Pleasant Valley tracks, rail approval by City Engineer, street grade changes, 60 day start and one year completion, plus a dividend tax bonus provision. The amendments were adopted separately and the ordinance ordered printed for councils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Street Railway Committee
Crosstown
Observatory Hill
Street Railway Committee
Federal Street and
Pleasant Valley Railway
Federal Street
Montgomery Avenue
Arch Street
Jackson Street
Monterey Street
Ackley Street
Irwin Avenue
Sedgwick Street
California Avenue
Superior Avenue
Taylor Avenue
Secretary Busk Visits City From Washington
Secretary Jeremiah Busk of the Department of Agriculture travels through the city on a trip home to Wisconsin with his family. He criticizes Washington office seekers, explains slow appointments, and vows to devote more effort to farming, farmer interests, and agricultural products in the near future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeremiah Busk
Department of Agriculture
City
Wisconsin
Washington
Hayseed Department
Ashington
Young Robbers Arrested in Lawrenceville Drugstore Robbery
Captain Brophy tracked a gang of youth thieves in Lawrenceville after a Friday morning break in at Totten and Bender drugstore on Fifty-first and Butler streets. Diston received four months at the workhouse for disorder conduct. Homer Mills was later arrested as a suspect in the robbery. goods were found on Fifty-eighth street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brophy
Lawrenceville
Totten & Bender
Fifty-first
Butler Streets
Patrick Diston
Homer Mills
Diston
Fifty-eighth Street
Senator Rutans Denial On Customs Commissioner Rumor
Senator J. F. Euton’s health improved allowing him to walk outdoors. A reporter asked about a Washington claim he sought the Customs Commissioner post. he denied being an applicant and noted a newspaper item stating otherwise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. 5
Euton
Washington
Holliday
Quay
Carter murder trial advances with defense and prosecution arguments
The Carter murder trial continued in Criminal Court with testimonies on character and the shooting. Carter testified the pistol discharged accidentally while Gross and others described the fatal moment and the mill culture of boss revolvers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter
James Johnson
Charles Smith
Gross
John Carter
Richmond
Porter
Marshell the Cash Grocer Promises Big Savings for Shoppers
An early Pittsburgh ad declares Marshell the Cash Grocer offers the largest Western Pennsylvania retail trade and lowest prices. It touts evaporated fruits, prunes, raisins, cheese, and a full tea line with a 50c value claimed against 25c samples, mail orders over $10 and free shipping within 200 miles from 79 and 81 Ohio Street, Allegheny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
Japan
Pan
Young Hyson
Ohio St
Cor
Sandusky
Allegheny
Kaufmanns Sells Memorial Day Souvenirs and Lace Curtains
A sensational offer from Kaufmanns features Homes of American Heroes souvenirs with lifelike depictions of Great Generals, printed in ten colors. Free gifts apply with purchases of $1 or more. Also advertised are newly opened lace curtains priced from $1 to $7 per pair at Hucus & Hacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaufmanns
Scc Withen
Hucus & Hacks
Mwfsu
Kaufmanag
Groetzingers Clearing Sale on Carpets and Remnants
Groetzingers offers 30 to 40 percent reductions on carpets rugs lace and turcoman curtains. New remnants 10 to 40 yards long priced below half. Location 627 629 Penn avenue. Also souvenir lithographs Homes of American Heroes offered with $1 purchases and Decoration Day Ohio Pyle excursion $1.50 round trip. Rugs 25 30 dollar robes cut to 15 each while quantities last at Huevas Hacks. Furniture new patterns at lower prices. Liberty street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn Avenue
Huevas & Hacks
Old Rye Whisky Brand Promises Trustworthy Medical Use
Advertisements tout Lippincott's Neotar for medical and family use claiming it will improve demand for the brand. The copy cites the seller handling the old rye whisky and asserts strong belief in its quality and authenticity to persuade buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lippincott
Electric blue ready made suits debut in men’s line
A new ready made electric blue suit line offers 390 cloth, tailored look at $35 to $45 with 45 percent discount for tailor made, featuring milk bead texture, black piping, and perfect fit indistinguishable from expensive custom work. This marks the first such off the rack offering by an enterprising seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kautotent
Sufmannos
Gusky's Clothier Offers Low Prices and Summer Suits
The ad touts Gusky's as the town's most reliable clothing house with a focus on low prices and a wide range of materials. It promises summer suits and includes sale items like linen towels, wash rags, and bed quilts, with specific price points and a note on stock tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gusky’s
Cactarer
Well I Guess Not in Busy Box Hive Ad
A fragmented ad page promotes tailoring from Dirksoes on Fifth Avenue and shoehorned outfits at low prices. It markets calico dresses, white dresses, bonnets, corsets, gloves, and hosiery with bargains from Busy Box Hive and Tom Tomorrow stores. Also touts Pearson cabinet photos and a digestion remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Peaya
Tom Moreow
Warner
Ball
Warren
Foy
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Wood St
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