Legal Muddle on Judicial Appointments and Commission Rules
The article discusses constitutional questions on commissions for judges, Governor powers, and seniority amid vacancies. It notes Judge Agnew’s view on gubernatorial appointment when offices are vacant, and mentions resignations and a flood of applications for positions as the new court prepares to organize and begin sitting next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnew
Supreme Bench
Jw ‘Orter
Republican Coun Committee
Girl Left at Union Depot Spends Two Nights. Sent Home
An 11 year old girl, neatly dressed, told depot officials she came from Everson with her parents to see them off for Europe. After sleeping at the station two nights and lacking money for meals, she was sent home on an early Everson train as officials question the tale and possible parental neglect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Depot
Indies
Entler
Everson
Episcopal Church Consecration Marks Johnstown Disaster Anniversary
A new stone Episcopal church, designed by Robert W. Gibson, is to be consecrated to mark the second anniversary of the Johnstown disaster. The service will be led by Bishop T. A. Daley of Kentucky with clergy from East and West delivering addresses and choir performances planned for the weekend and following days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnstown
Episcopal Church
United States
Robert W. Gibson
Pieurday
Santing
St. Luke's Churc
Saints
Moxbatm
St. Mark's
Johns
Torn
Peeree Pean Pete Sei
Ering Ghe Asic
T. A. Daley
Kentucky
Kiss Gone Wrong At Union Depot Express Scene
A distressed young man at the Union depot missed his true companion. He boarded the Eastern express with a dapper rival for a kiss causing a mistaken farewell. He returned at the vestibule to correct the error but kissed another girl, triggering screams and an embarrassed departure from the rapidly moving train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Depot
Eastern Express
Rir
Goodby
Pension Office Moves to New Quarters
The pension office relocated from its old quarters on Third Avenue to larger premises in the old University building at Eos and Diamond streets. The archives and office paraphernalia were moved starting Saturday, with staff comfortably at work in three first floor rooms. Pension Agent H. said the district has about 29,000 pensioners, increasing daily due to dependent pensions legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Third Avenue
University Building
Eos
Diamond Streets
Fea
Caer
Hearing Before Commissioner Schmidt in Coal Exchange Case
The hearing before Commissioner W A Schmidt on the Coal Exchange versus the Panhandle Pittsburg Bellevue and Steubenville Bridge Companies concluded yesterday. Evidence focused on fence spans and bridge distances with testimony presented by several witnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Schmidt
Coal Exchange
Panhandle
Pittsburg
Bellevue
Steubenville
Forfeited Pittsburg Ramie stock auction announced
Shares of forfeited stock in the Pittsburg Ramie Manufacturing Company were advertised for sale at auction by John D. Satay at his rooms in the Pecraeoestroloum Exchange. No bidders are listed in the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Ramie Manufacturing Company
John D. Satay
Pe Craeoestroloum Exchange
Covenant Synod Faces Liberalism in Old School Rift
The Synod of the Reformed Presbyterian Church met in Pittsburgh with 18 congregations represented. Delegates debated suspensions from the Pittsburg Presbytery and the likely departure of liberal-leaning members. Rev. R. C. Wylie and Rev. J. Armour drew attention as key figures in the conservative camp. The day included discussions on fasting, confession, and church discipline, with Rev. D. H. Coulter presiding and Rev. Sproul named moderator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Reformed Presbyterian Church
Eighth Street
D. H. Coulter
Winchester
Union
New Brunswick
Nova Scotia
Pittsburg
David McAlister
D. B. Wilson
Georges
Sprowull
Wilkinsburg
R. J. George
Synod
R. C. Fe
E.C. Sproul
Cedarville
John Borden Arrested as Bail Forfeited in Robbery Case
John Borden was arrested and jailed at Central Station after his bail was forfeited. C L Magee alleged Mayor Gourley sought police protection. Borden had been at liberty since September when he posted bail for a highway robbery indictment. The court term ended without trial and bondsman failed to renew, prompting forfeiture and pending detention. Inspector McAleese indicated Borden’s return to Pittsburgh prompted the warrant and next steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Borden
C. L. Magee
Gourley
Grand Jury
Central Station
Beltzhoover
Borden
Pittsburg
McAleese
Ees Johnston
Promiscuous Shooting Arrest Rocks City
Joseph Richner was arrested by Lieutenant Denniston for reckless shooting in the JDuquesne Way and Evans Alley area. A dog belonging to Howard Jones was shot. A revolver and three cartridges were found on Richner at Central Station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Richner
Denniston
Jduquesne Way
Evans Alley
Howard Jones
Richner
Central Station
City Citizens Plan Flood Anniversary Entertainment
Johnstown residents held a general meeting to approve plans by the Cambria County Medical Society to entertain Pittsburg flood correspondents. An offer to guide reporters around the city and revisit flood scenes was also approved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnstown
Pittsburg
Cambria County Medical Society
Memorial Day plans and local notes from the Chronicle
Local committees finalize arrangements for Memorial Day services. A one legged man’s rape victim’s corpse was found near the City Poor Farm and will be investigated today. Italian and German emigrants arrive en route to Cleveland while more trains head to Illinois and Wisconsin. An obituary correction notes D Lest W Wilson as a brother rather than brother-in-law. The coroner’s inquest into the poisoned smoked sturgeon deaths will occur this afternoon. The Lawrenceville post office is relocating from Butler Street to Forty-fourth Street. Miss Patton, head nurse at All General Hospital, reports a gynecology operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beleit
Ted Ghote
Homestead
Cleveland
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Wisconsin
L. Halsey Willia
D. Lest W. Wilson
Goccmar
Chronicle Teleoa
Ae Tae
Lawrenceville
Butler Street
Meatyard
Patton
All General Hospital
Yesterday's Police Pickings Chronicle
Epward Brown sent to Morganza by Alderman Succop. Sternex Lovet of Braddock jailed awaiting trial for selling liquor licenses. J H Wilcox barber committed to jail for larceny about $9 in utensils. Patrick McNaitr committed by Alderman King for assault and battery. Kate Davis bail set for liquor without license and Sunday. Chew Topaces Sal jailed on immorality charge. Brxsamiy Wiltams jailed awaiting hearing for assault with intent to kill. C S Hane heard for assault on John H Danks over wife dispute. Crntiricans board elected three trustees at Be Fourth avenue meeting. Faasx Gnacerros arrested awaiting Alderman Bly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epward Brown
Morganza
Succop
Sternex Lovet
Braddock
J. H. Wilcox
Patrick McNaitr
King
Thomas Sho Mns
Kate Davis
Frankstown Avenue
Sererino
Labor Strikes Prompt Pittsburgh Area Work Stoppage
The article reports labor unrest in Pittsburgh area shops with workers refusing to work as of June 1 and contractors recruiting from other cities. A Baltimore man, George W Fields, was misled into traveling to join South Pittsburg plans but returned after learning of the strike. Officials claim no organized effort to lure workers. instead tensions rise over eight hour scales and contracting for local projects like the Davis Theater while unions discuss a new cooperative company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittaburg
Barnes
Baltimore
George W. Fields
South
Gro. W. Fraps
Harford Avenue
Soursay
Fields
Genteneton McMasters
Watson Bros
Dilesheng
Liberty Tson Bros
Davis Theater
Assisant Ae Gillespie
Caieen
Visitors from city trades tour Western University workshops
A group of citizens representing industries and crafts visited the Western University Industrial or Technical Education department yesterday. They toured steam fitting, wood turning, mortise work and chemistry labs, viewed pupil work, and resolved to support establishing an industrial department at the university to boost manufacturing and skilled trade success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Industrial Or Technical Education
The
Western University
Mosars
H.R. Barnes
W. B. Lupton
George 8. Fulmer
Samuel Francis
James Yeer
Geones Ris
H. Fulmer
J. P. Weeks
Oland
Ter
Pennsylvania Railroad to Move Freight Transfer Stations
The Pennsylvania Railroad will shift its freight transfer stations from Twenty-eighth Street Pittsburg and Torrens station near June 1 to Walls station. The relocation includes new transfer facilities and sidings, with workers ready to operate at the new site. Apprentices at American Iron Works protest advancement of non-apprentice peers. dispute to be settled this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Walls Station
Pennsylvania Railroad
Twenty-eighth Street
Pittsburg
Torrens Station
Ng An
American Iron Works’ Machine Works Department
McKeesport braces for safety gates and strikes
McKeesport prepares for safety gates as Continental Tube Works strike remains unsettled. Next drivers at Cromp's works near McKeesport join the limited strike. Baltimore and Ohio ho may be finished soon amid fresh labor action and withdrawals by Maaris Larrz & Sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKeesport
Continental Tube Works
Cromp’'s
Baltimore and Ohio
Peace Maaris Larrz & Sons
Allegheny
National Association of Tanners
United States
Walter Lyon
Uip
Pittsburg
Charleston
Monongahela Tan
Boat Capsize Fatality in Allegheny River
Henry Gibben and companions were rowing at the foot of Twenty seventh street when their boat capsized in the Allegheny. Gibben could not swim and disappeared before rescuers arrived. A body was recovered nearby shortly after. His parents live at 9003 Penn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Gibben
Allegheny River
Twentyseventh Street
Biped
Penn Ayaa
Leaders Back the Law Amid Saloon Debate at City Meeting
City leaders generally support the new licensing act while critics warn it will crimp small dealers and boost speak easy entries. Mayor Gourley calls the plan potentially good and bad, Inspector Mo Alesse predicts more speak easies but fewer licensed saloons, and several Pittsburgh area dealers protest higher fees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simost
Gourley
Mo Alesse
Thava
J. K. Durr
Jones
Alegheny
George Reineman
August Boden
Carson Street
John O'Conner
Thomas O'Shell
Twenty-first
Carson Streets
Patriotic Pocketbooks Fund Grows for July 4 Event
The fund for the Fourth of July celebration at Sohenley Park rose by 20 dollars yesterday. The Mayor has 1,600 50 on hand and over 3,000 more still needed before the program can proceed. Cash gifts came from Baxter and Renton, Eichbaum and Co., Laney and Co., H Benbo, H J hs raat gia tI, Wilbers, McAlster Bros, C A Moo, Bulger, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sohenley Park
Baxter & Renton
Eichbaum & Co
Laney
H. Benbo
H. J. Hs
Wilbers
McAlster Bros
C. A. Moo
Fests
Bulger
Eel Ue
Yesterday's Casualties From Railroads and Cars
The West Penn Hospital treated several rail and streetcar injuries. Frizernato-Thomas was bruised after a Citizens' Traction car center Street collision. Frank Jones of Boston suffered minor injuries from a Pittsburg traction car. John Bell had a left leg crushed by a fall under a car on the railroad near Woods' Lane. Andrew Sete had a left foot crushed at the Valley station. Andy Kosicky, seven, fell from a porch to the tracks on East Ohio Street but escaped injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Penn Hospital
Frizernato
Thomas Eeerne
Citizens
Center Street
West Penn Hi Joxet
Frank Jones
Boston
Pittsburg
West Penn
Woods’ Eon
Strongs
Andrew Sete
Ateliey Valley
Kosctny
Andy Koseiky
East Ohio Street
Allegheny
Meningitis Death Toll Rises Among Young Children
Spinal meningitis is causing many deaths among small children in lower Allegheny and Woods Run. Three fatal cases were reported this week: Annie See, Picadas, and another child identified as John Man See. The report cites ongoing illness and widespread concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lower
Allegheny
Woods’ Run
Mondaeg Gee "Pon
Janneon
John Man
Picadas
Annie Os
Emigration as Allegheny Jo Boats Leave for West End
A large share of the Allegheny jo boat population is emigrating to other areas. Police have long struggled with the trend and many are tearing down mansions in Allegheny. Some have leased boats from the Demon and will move their homes to the hills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
West End
Demyon
Hilisi
Excursion on Mayflower Steamer to City and Points
On Decoration Day May 30 the Mayflower steamer will depart from the foot of Wood Street for the city with calls at Homestead Braddock McKeesport and other points returning at 7 PM. Round trip fare one dollar. Children under 12 travel free with a parent. Music and refreshments aboard. Tickets at No 118 Water Street or on board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monongahela
Mayflower
Eee City
Omestead
Braddock
McKeesport
Water Street
Death of L Healsey Williams Reverberates Through Ohio Valley Gas Co
At a Sewickley Pennsylvania meeting of Ohio Valley Gas Co. directors on May 26 1891 the board mourns the death of L Healsey Williams a longtime director and valued co laborer. The resolution expresses deep sympathy to his bereaved family and notes his sound judgment and steady leadership. E P Young secretary signs the note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OnTo Valley Gas Co
Sewickley
Ohio Valley Gas Company
L. Healsey Williams
L. Healsey W
E. P. Young
Decoration Day notices and shop prompts at Allegheny stores
Fragmentary inserts describe Decoration Day observances and advertisements from Hendricks & Co at 68 Federal Street, Allegheny, plus listings for optician Mannion and others. Mentions mothers and a picture with a smile at 516 Market Street and accessory items priced around $1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hendricks & Co
Federal Street
Allegheny
Aufrecht
Peber
Market Street
Advertisement notes and travel fares in local notices
The item lists excursion tickets at $150 round trip by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad with a 8:15 departure, plus references to Decoration Day events in Ohio Pyle and transport by steamer Maer. It also mentions local merchants like Welty's at 120 Federal Street and 71 Parkway selling items and tonics such as Areas Bitters for digestion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio Pyle
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Four Boys Drink From Whisky Cellar, Detained at Central
Four about eleven year old youths broke into a whisky cellar on Second Avenue and Ross Street. They drank heavily and were arrested by Officer Yeager, later held at the Central station and visited by McGuire’s mother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Station
John Killhan
Mr. Killben
Second Avenue
Ross Street
Chariie Eagan
Willie McGuire
Michael Rayburn
Jimmie Reagan
Mr. Ehillhan
Wolf
Frank Yeager
McGuire
Ellwood Draws Praise From Bankers and Lawyers
Prominent financiers and a seasoned businessman laud Ellwood as a great escape from Pittsburgh. They describe the town’s scenery rivaling the Rhine and note rapid sales of Fourth Street lots. Prospective buyers flock in for Saturday sales as Ellwood grows with new dwellings underway.
Hamilton's Bargain Piano and Linen Handkerchief Sale
Hamilton's music house advertises discounted Decker Bros Knabe and Fischer pianos claiming lowest city prices. It touts durability and value for money with up to 235,000 in use claims and offers terms at 91 and 93 Fifth Avenue. Also promotes a damaged handkerchief sale with Belfast linen handkerchiefs from 5 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Man
Hamilton
Ifth Avenue
Campbell & Dice Window Ad Appeals to Style Seeker
We invite readers to view today’s window display for Campbell and Dice with prices and styles highlighted. The ad emphasizes beauty and elegance and directs customers to check current offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell & Dice
Music Cabinets in Mahogany and Oak Designs for Sale
A new lot of music cabinets suitable for loose music or bound volumes, in mahogany and antique oak from the sixteenth century and other varieties. Mellor & Hoene sell the items at low prices and invite customers to visit their shop at 77 Fifth Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mellor & Hoene
Fifth Avenue
Fifteenth Ward Democrats Organize Club and Elect Officers
The Fifteenth ward Democrats met at night to organize a club and elect Edward J. Wainwright as President M. L. Smithson as Vice President Moench as Treasurer. The club is located at 3043 F Butler Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifteenth Ward
Edward J. Wainwright
M. L. Smithson
Fresdens
Moench
Geadeveston Ne
Butler Serect Street
Best values of the season in printed India Silks
The advertisement touts fancy colored printed India Silks offered at 50 cents and 75 cents per yard, highlighting value and color variety for shoppers.
Cream and Fancy Wool Fabrics On Sale By The Yard
Vintage textile ad lists cream tennis flannels at 45c, fancy French flannels at 75c, all-wool English Serges $1.50, cream cashmeres, nun’s veiling and albatross from 50c to 1 25 a yard. Includes wool Henriettas, crepons, Bengalines, Lansdownes, navy blue serges, and check suitings with fast colors.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Shoemaker Nates
Ray
Reformed Presbyterian Synod
R. C. Wylie
J. M. Armour
Professor McClurkin
McAlister
BR. Cl
Town
A. George
Ohio
K. McClarkin
Lston
McClarkin
James 8. Arthur
William McFarlin
Ogdensburg
N. Y
Lishon
J. & Thompson
Utica
James Thompson
Beulah
Neb
Kansas Presbytery
David McKee
Clarinda
T. C. Spreall
J. 3
Tar Hee
M. Stevenson
Clay County
J. F. Crozier
Marchand, Pa
J. P. Montgomery
St. Louis
Montgomery
Faris
Lana el
J.C. McFeaters
Philadelph
Joan
T. P. Robb
Aneeon
Sianeten
Philadelphia
Judah
Tagninsi
Ns OY
Covenanter Church
Belfast
Thesty Palace
Christ Church of
Vannear
Church
Grenot
Easil
J.C. K. Mil
New York
Newby
N.Y
T. Boil
T. Boil Oranie : Rev. N. M. Johnsston, Opeka
Kan
J. M. McElhinney
Camemainan Darnatk Covnor
Smithfield Street
Builders
the Western University
P. R. BR
Industrial Notes
Optician
Ussu
Brewing Company
Benn Slane
Rand Wi Beer
Brewers and
Taxe
Maer
Monongahela Ort
Welty’s
Parkway
Juvenile
Jem-Jams
Central Police Station
Ellwood
Glen Park
Opin
Pitts
Oliver
Ceace Ee Nessing
Baird
An Rman
Fourth Street
Buiack & B
Fourth Avenue
Jos. Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
the People's Store
Rosenbaum & Co
Saller & Co.'s
Smithfield
G. D. Simon's
Ohio Street
Supnaios
Polevteene
B. T
Welty's
Park War
Daniel Martin
J. D. Bernd & Co
Daniel D. Martin
Liberty
Ninth Streets
Eeeres
Ron
Martin
Den
Samson
Ena
Wylie Avenue
James
New Democratic Club
Biber
Tissu
Axminster
Gobelin
Varis Wilton
Brussels
Tien Yaad
Edward
Groetzinger
Penn Ave
Ulrich & Spencer
Trought Steel Ranges
Penn Ave Stores
SILES
India
Jardiniere
So-Inch
Goc
Jos. Horne & Coz
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