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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1892
Page
5
The article argues that fuel resources, particularly coal and natural gas, give strong advantages to local manufacturers. It stresses the need for prudent use of gas and sustained iron and steel production, urging workers to stay united and protect regional interests to maintain an unbroken industrial front.
Thomas S Bink presents a lecture on Allegheny County manufacturing history. He cites early iron works near Shadyside and Turtle Creek, notes ore and fuel limits, and discusses how nails industry shifted to Wheeling. The talk emphasizes fuel, transport, and skilled labor as drivers of regional industry.
A 19th century talk highlights ministers' role in progress as Matthew Brown Riddle introduces a sermon on the clergy. Dr. Tuddle notes ministers’ strength and need for wealth to spur brain development, praising clergy education and societal influence in Allegheny County.
The speaker vows to lower costs for lesseast work and urges transforming the area above the Exposition building into a park. He envisions two wide boulevard bands encircling the city from Highland Park to Brunet's Island, aiming to elevate Pittsburg’s beauty and wealth.
Robert Pitcairn of the Pennsylvania Railroad strokes the audience with figures on rail expansion from 1845 to 1891. He traces how trunk lines and feeder routes built Pittsburgh’s trade, cites tonnage milestones, and praises waterway potential and canal projects as essential to future prosperity.
The General Superintendent of the Pittsburg and Lake Erie with engine crew and construction cars backed by railroad men aided local citizen James B. Scott in restoring order after chaos. The railroad pledges to deliver the best service in the city, reflecting on a proud past and aiming to improve.
Surveyor of the Port John F Dravo extols waterways as a potent factor in city building. He notes ancient aims to use sand and sea for distribution, and envisions 20000 miles of navigable rivers linking inland areas to the seas, with Pittsburgh cited as a growing hub of industry born by water.
Our speech urges marshalling coal and coke trade to the lake region and transferring ore mines to furnaces and mills. It praises Senator Quay and Representatives Dalzell and Stone for securing congressional support and calls for united, vigorous effort to obtain needed procurement agencies for future prosperity.
Judge Buffington speaks at a bench gathering praising the bench while modestly noting another senior judge might have been chosen. He says his remarks come as an observer and he did not claim self praise, expressing respect for the bench’s integrity and community standing.
The passage extols the genius and skill required to transform natural things into useful machines. It celebrates the artist’s vision as a noble machine, whose finished form reveals beauty in proportion, parts, and relations and whose creator breathes life into the work.
D C Ripley president of United States Glass Company addresses the crowd on Our Glass Industries. He cites Pittsburg as a birthplace of glass making and outlines five product classes. He notes 65 million firebricks produced yearly and a 3.1 million dollar capital with 2 million annual wares.
A P Burchfield discusses Pittsburg commerce in Our Mercantile Interests, noting the vast scale of local trade tied to mining, manufacturing, and retail. He traces early records from 1405 and 1554, cites city tax data showing rising mercantile totals, and praises tableware, chimney, bottle, window glass, and plate glass industries for their global reach and growth.
Joseph D Weeks argues art is not restricted to painters and poets but includes useful arts. He cites Pittsburg styled by industry and the motto Art is the Handiwork of Human Good. He urges broader recognition of art in daily work and craft.
Keenan urges the press to record proceedings and build Pittsburg toward practical ends. He envisions a navigable waterway via the Ohio and a canal linking to New Orleans, tapping lake commerce and lifting the city from lethargy. Local papers, with 200000 readers and wide reach, should unite with the Chamber of Commerce to push Pittsburgh forward.
Ex Senator George H. Anderson discusses clay and its products, praising Pennsylvania clays for heat resistance. The speech highlights brick making, the Cain Brothers as early leaders, a fatal quarrel over quality, and the phrase raising Cain to describe disputes among clay workers.
J T Buchanan outlines petroleum’s rise from Kier’s cure all in the 1840s to a world leading product. Pennsylvania and nearby fields expanded from 3 barrels per day to over 150 000 barrels per day, with 60 000 wells drilled in 20 years and 10 000 workers earning about 16 million annually.
A Pittburgh chamber banquet lists prominent local businessmen and professionals seated at long tables labeled A through E. Notable attendees include George A. Kelly, Hon. H. L Gourley, Colonel Thomas P. Roberts, Joseph D. Weeks, Rev. Dr. af. B. Riddle, Hon. Joseph Buffington, General W. A. Robinson and many others.
The fragment lists numerous individuals across two tables from a historic document, including Horne E F Normecutt J L Buchanan H D W English W H Keech A J Logan W H Davis A P Childs and Stewart Johnston in Table 6 H Ford A M Marshall With in Holmes B Sten G A Kelle Jr C L Finecus John Runette BE F McElroy M P Miller G Follinsbee J D Buiey William Ross and others in Table H Eichbaum John E Haines John Eaton P M Shannon W M Granger H J Heinz A M Murdock John P Ober J N Pew George P Baman A B Wigley D W C Bidwell J R Davis E B W lyne John C Alrich and E inter.
In San Francisco a dead body identified as Billy Boyd, once a leading figure in a wide certificate fraud network, was found after he shot himself. The notorious former customs inspector spent lavishly, fled to Australia, then returned to testify, ending his life amid poverty and loss of valuables.
Allegheny delinquent tax collector Grier flatly denies reports that he seeks a ten percent commission for collections. He states all collections will be handled on a five percent basis.
A conference between Pittsburg and Western Railroad officials and employees ended without a strike, though the dispute remains unresolved. Dr B M Haxxa and his ENT practice at 720 Penn Street Pittsburg, IA provides eye ear nose and throat care.
A complete line of ladies garments offered including wraps in challies ginghams and seersucker plus calico styles. Prices range from $1 to $2 for wrappers and up to $30 for all wool black suits with French cashmeres and Henriettas. Black navy serge and Bedford cord suits priced from $10 to $14 with prompt alterations.
Catalog lists Moquette Axminster and Velvet carpets in various yardages from 5 to 50 yards priced between 2c and 75c per yard. Body Brussels Tapestry Brussels Ingrain carpets and short lengths offered, plus 250 pairs of silk curtains discounted from 160 dollars. Numerous rolls and patterns not duplicated on sale.
The Green Glass Blowers Union No 1 elected delegates for the fifteenth annual Rochester convention in Rochester New York. Named are John Ubinger Fred Amman D A Hayes John Kiel Ben Bolzer John Haddock and George A Kambock.
Jos. Horne & Co. stores on Penn Avenue closed for Memorial Day with extra preparations for a double day of business. All departments offer special offerings urging shoppers not to miss the savings.
A complete stock of handsome stylish suits in the fabrics buyers favor at the dress goods counters. A special feature highlights the extremely fashionable display for discerning shoppers.
Men’s blazers offered in navy blue and black serges from seven dollars and fifty cents and up.
Four special bargains command attention today with Pereale Waists at 75 and 85 cents Latine Waists at 1.25 and Wash Silk Waists at 2.50. They come in box and Norfolk pleats shirted or plain styles with rolling collars and turn back cuffs.
Waist department showcases made to measure garments with satisfaction guaranteed. Hundreds of styles in all materials, crafted in house under department head supervision. Big Saturday offers in neckwear handkerchiefs gloves and hosiery with suede mousquetaire gloves at 2 dollars per pair.
The largest display of men’s fancy and negligee shirts features more styles than ever. A pinks and blues exhibit with prices from $1.50. Scarfs suspenders wash fabrics. Washable neckwear at 25¢ 35¢ and 60¢. Also gloves hosiery handker chiefs umbrellas and Mackintoshes. Star shirts lead at $1 and up with Stag’s Head shirts praised as top choice.
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