Pittsburg Officials Praise Legislature Gains for City
Controller Morrow notes hundreds of thousands in extra revenue from new liquor and tax laws and the care of indigent insane. Street acts and new court facilities aid Pittsburg, with Chief Elliot and Senator William Flinn calling the measures beneficial. Estimated annual gains include about 2 million from curative legislation and 187,060 from the Stover tax bill for city needs as 200 indigent insane on city farms receive state aid.
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Morrow
Pittsburg
Iron City
Isinome
Simest
City Hall
Stover
Elliot
Department of Charities
Allegheny
Supreme Court
Allegheny County Bar Association
Pew Court
Pepicatare
Dr Sadler's Grave Brings First Ripe Peaches to Lake County
In Lake County Florida the first ripe peaches reach market following a funeral at Dr Sadler's graveyard site. The event signals an unusual local harvest start as vendors line up to sell the fruit to residents and visitors.
Murder calendar opens with large docket in June term
The June term of the Criminal Court opens tomorrow before Judge Slagle with 234 jail cases. Eleven murder defendants, three accessories, one after the fact, and one manslaughter case are set for trial. Fitzsimmons and wife head the murder list. other names include Blondon, Ward, Ander son, Balkorei, Labin, Shafler, Morton, Stewart, Cherry, and several accessories and related defendants. The trial docket also lists Buras, Sellick, Miller, Petersman, Stone, Gordon, Brenneman, and Roe for tomorrow.
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Criminal Court
Slagle
Berlin
Fitzsimmons
D. H. Gill
Matthew
An Ian
John Blendin
James H. Ward
Holmes Anderson
Catherine Balkorei
George Labin
Mary Shafler
Lowden Morton
James E
Martha E. Brenneman
Charles W. Roe
Oldest Fifth Ward resident hangs self at 23 Chatham Street
William McClaren a long-time Fifth Ward resident committed suicide at his home between 1 and 2 pm by hanging from a bedstead crossbeam. He had suffered despondency since his wife’s death six years earlier. His daughter-in-law and neighbors found him and tried to help before the physician arrived. The deceased was father to attorney John McClaren and brother to Hugh McClaren of Liberty Avenue.
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William McClaren
Fifth Ward
Chatham Street
Katherine O'Neil
Uniondale
Hugh McClaren
Liberty Avenue
McClaren
Episcopal Church
Suspicious Death in Allegheny House prompts Coroner’s inquiry
Mrs Mary Beggs 46 died at 53 Granthama Street Allegheny yesterday afternoon. Mrs Burkstall who employed Beggs as^caregiver reports a dead body to Officer Snyder. Beggs’ husband found her ill Friday and suspects poisoning. Burkstall and Otto Poffrath held at station as investigation begins.
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Mary Beggs
Granthama Street
Allegheny
Mary Burkstall
Two Sisters Save Hat in Storm Shower
Two young girls walked the street yesterday as scattered rain showers fell. The older girl tore off her hat to shelter her sister's new hat, saying there that will save it sister. The scene shows them modestly dressed and focused on keeping the sister’s new hat dry.
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Sister
Will Pay for the Frolic: Wet Pants Lead to Detention
William Blakely rode home from a Glenwood picnic when a sudden storm soaked his trousers. He bought dry replacements, faced taunts from women in the Second Avenue car, and began to change. At the Fourteenth Ward station the conductor called police, and Blakely was jailed on a disorderly conduct charge.
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William Blakely
Glenwood
Second Avenue
Fourteenth Ward
Binkely
Immigrant Inspector Layton Tracks Arrivals at Union Station
The Population Inspector Layton assisted yesterday with veteran grave decorations and later counted newcomers at Union Station. He recorded 62 arrivals for the day, most Italians and Scandinavians. Thirty-one of the Scandinavians went West with the rest heading to Pittsburgh.
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Layton
Union Station
Pittsburg
Inquest Opens Over Death of Soldier Killed by Team
A partial inquest into the death of John Snowden, fatally injured by his own team, began yesterday. Snowden, a teamster for John M. Allen of Allegheny, died at the Homeopathic Hospital. The inquest resumes Monday under Dr. B. W. Hamma with attention to throat diseases and related issues.
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John Snowden
Homeopathic
John M. ‘Allen
Allegheny
Vandalism Rampant Eyed in Local Neighborhood
Senator Quay condemns vandalism as residents report thefts of flowers bushes and plants from yards on Center avenue near Neville street. Robbery spurs calls for police protection and neighbor complaints amid Decoration Day preparations and discussions of fencing and security.
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Tennyson
Center Avenue
Neville Street
W. H. Keech
Junction Hollow
Heereh
Nto
Junction
Quay Denies Statements on Harrison Health and Politics
Senator Quay and son Dick deny remarks about Harrison and climate of politics after a Virginia trip. Quay asserts Blaine could command Pennsylvania’s delegation, praises Clarkson, and aims to keep the state treasurer post away from enemies. Dick says Losch friction was exaggerated, joking about bill doctoring fears.
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Senator Quay
Virginia
Rutan
Harrison
Blaine
Pennsylvania
Bilaine
New York
Andrews
Clarkson
United States Senate
Dick Quay
Sam Losch
Losch
SPEAKS FOR HIS FATHER Russell Harrison Says President Will Run If Party Wants Him
Russell Harrison and his wife arrived in Pittsburg en route to Washington from Chicago. He asserts his father will not run again unless the party desires it and notes Mrs. Harrison would support four more years. He defends the President’s relations with Cabinet and promises to bid them farewell in Washington.
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Russell
Russell Harrison
Benjamin
Pittsburg
Washington
Chicago
Lee
Newea
Aon
Sympathy for Garrison Drives City Opinion
A Wheeling resident at the Monongahela voiced support for Dr. Garrison, claiming he acted justifiably in the murder of Dr. Baird. The public sentiment follows the verdict of murder in the degree case and reflects local debate on the case’s outcome.
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Monongahela
Garrison
Baird
Compass tells drummer which room to sleep in
A touring drummer stayed at a Seventh Avenue Hotel and used a brass compass to verify solar exposure. He claimed clerks sometimes swapped southern rooms, but the device proves his location as soon as he enters. He warned clerks to avoid tricking him.
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Seventh Avenue
Perdy
Melons Held by Frost Hit Delaware Growers Face Season
Delaware fruit outlook shows frost damage across regions with Tennessee melons harmed and Southern Ohio apples peaches pears damaged. Maryland Maryland farmers expect about 6 000 000 baskets of fruit despite setbacks while New England reports ice and frost impact.
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Delaware
Tony Barcky
Tennessee
Ohio
Winsted
Conn
Maryland
GOOD FOR JUDGE PORTER AGAINST DAVE PORTER
A local politician praised Dave Porter in a remarks about his suitability for judge. He noted Porter trains with a different crowd, remains honest, and would not be bought for a judgeship. He recalls an earlier offer of 150 dollars as a temptation once considered.
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Dave Porter
J. Porter
Mr. Porter
New Express Trains for Ft Wayne Route Slated
The Dispatch reports two new trains start June 7 on the Fort Wayne line with West arrival at 1 20 A M and departure to Chicago at 4 25 A M. The schedule aims to cut time between New York and Chicago. the limited will shorten about an hour and no extra fare is charged.
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New York
Chicago
Ft. Wayne Road
Pittsburg
New York Central
Pennsylvania
Excursion to Ohio Pyle Draws Pittsburg Crowds
The first season opening excursion to Ohio Pyle on the Baltimore and Ohio line drew about 300 Pittsburg visitors amidst threatening weather. News from along the line was flattering and Colonel Andrew Stewart had plenty of company at his home, while city crowds remained steadier than typical as rusties stayed in.
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Ohio Pyle
Baltimore and Ohio Road
Pittsburg
Andrew Stewart
McKeesport
Cleveland
Campbell Wih
National Council
Memorial Hall
Superior Street
Forest City
W. G. Rose
St. Clair
Pennsylvania
Campbell
Hoadly
Rose
Cleveland Council
Music Hall
Put-in-Bay
Islands
Cleveland Committee
J. F. Oviatt
Fullerton Street
Executive Committee
Forest City House
Uniontown
Scottdale
Connellsville
Mt. Pleasant
Greensburg
Monongahela Valley
Sharon
Beaver Valley
U. V. Li Hall
Sixth Street
A Fine Programme At Allegheny Church Praise Service
A praise service will be held at the Christian Church corner Arch and Montgomery Allegheny this evening. The order includes organ preludes arc Gloria invocation hymns scripture anthems solos duets quartets and hymns ending with benediction by Rev. W. T. Ritson pastor with Prof. O. D. Forney as director and C. M. Conch on organ.
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Christian Church
Corner Arch
Montgomery Avenue
Allegheny
Savior
W. T. Ritson
O. D. Forney
C. M. Conch
Flowers for Dead Girls at Allegheny Arsenal Graves
Veterans and townspeople remember the Allegheny Arsenal powder explosion. Garfield Lodge No 15 members lay flowers on graves in Allegheny Cemetery while Garfield School children, led by Mrs Whittenberg, honor the victims.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny Arsenal
Allegheny
Garfield School
Whittenberg
Undaunted Ghost in Presbyterian Synod Deliberations
Tense session of the Re formed Presbyterian Lord features debate over Dr. McAllister letter and the suspended ministers. Controversy erupts as minutes are modified and resolutions for compromise are debated, with calls for continued trial and discipline within the church.
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McAllister
R. J. George
D. B. Wilson
T. P. Stevenson
Wilson
Pittsburg
Walter T. Miller
New York
Miller
Utica
McClurkin
Dr. McAllister
That
J. Q. K. Milligan
J. F. Carson
Duquesne Car Collides With Atwood Line at Forbes
A collision occurred yesterday morning at Atwood and Forbes between a Duquesne Electric car and a Pittsburg Traction Atwood branch car No 9, injuring Oakland square resident Mr Murphy with a sprained leg as the city-bound car failed to yield. The incident injured no other passengers.
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Duquesne Electric
Pittsburg Traction
Murphy
Oakland Square
Atwood
Pittsch Traction Company
Duquesne
Forbes Street
Thornton Brothers Umbrella Sale In Allegheny
Thornton Brothers Allegheny advertises 300 umbrellas 26 inches long at The Cash Store with a line of umbrellas offered at a low price.
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Thornton Brothers
Allegheny
Thornton Allegheny Ladies Wear Sale Headlines
Thornton Allegheny offers ladies blazers priced around 70 cents and satin pieces at 98 cents. Waist measurements include sizes down to 490 with blouses from 49 cents and up.
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Thornton Allegheny
Cash purchases cut costs and lower prices in dry goods trade
J H Kunxern & Bro offer big cash only discounts on carpets, Brussels, velvet, and curtains at 17 1349 Penn Avenue near Union Depot. They claim cash buying and selling enable underselling, inviting customers to compare and verdicts to follow.
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von Tom
Fae
Brussels
J. H. Kunxern & Bro
Penn Avenue
Union Depot
Washburn and Keystone Guitars at The Cash Store
H Kleber & Bro nos 506 Wood Street advertise Washburns as top guitars and mandolins, with imitations banished. Keystone rosewood guitar marked at 12 dollars, Arion mahogany guitar offered for 9 50, guaranteed better than any 15 dollar model. Full line of band instruments, banjos, violins, sheets. Store vows heavy losses to move seasonable goods, Thornton Bros.
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Europe
H. Kleber & Bro
Wood Street
Bengue
Klebers
Arion
Thornton Bros
Bargain Clothes Sale and Cash Store Specials
Tomorrow a special bargain sale offers 500 men’s sack suits coat vest and pants at 5 dollars each in five styles. Also curtains lace and banners offered at low prices at The Cash Store. Iron City Brewery promotes its Pilsner Beer and saloonkeepers are advised which beer sells best. Angostura Bitters marketed for toning the system. Thornton Bros Allegheny and McMahon Bros advertise in the paper.
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P. CC. C. C. Prerssere Comptation Clothing Company
Grant and
Diamond Streets
Iron City Brewery
Row Over A Corpse In Pittsburgh Post Mortem Dispute
A clash between Coroner McDowell and Allegheny General Hospital over engineer James H. Sarver's body and a contested post mortem sparked heated exchanges. Richard White, Sarver’s half brother, sought removal to Adams Mass, while the Pittsburg and Western Railroad pressed for a post mortem to determine cause of death. The bed was shipped east after a partial inquest, with hospital officials defending orders from superiors and the coroner demanding humane treatment.
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McDowell
Allegheny General Hospital
James H. Sarver
Pittalsirg
Western
Huselton
Pittsburg and Western Railroad
Allegheny
Richard White
Webster Street
Sarver
Adams
Mass
White
R. . Huselton
Pittsburg
Western Rail
Allegheny County
Pittsburg and Western Railway Company
General Hospital
Roberts
Tod Jude
Barrer
Robinson
Young Youth Charged With Bicycle Theft in East End
Wiliam 8 Owens, 15 years old, was arrested yesterday and placed in Allegheny lockup charged with stealing a bicycle in the East End. He took the bike to a shop on Ohio street to be repaired and Lieutenant Thornton, on the lookout for a stolen wheel, traced the owner and arrested the boy.
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Wiliam
Owens
Allegheny
East End
Ohio Street
Thornton
Marshell the Cash Grocer Promises Washboards at 14 Cents Each
The Royal Wash board is praised as one of the best. Marshell offers them for 14 cents each, claiming no theft or purchase from an uncle. A water splash protector plus free packing and shipping within 200 miles on orders of 16 dollars or more.
Note Our Trade Size Praises Pennsylvania Grocer
The item proclaims the grocer’s trade volume in Pennsylvania as five times larger than any other grocer in the state, signaling strong regional prominence and competitive advantage.
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Pennsylvania
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William Flinn
Flinn
Fitzsimmons Cause
The
Willam Blakely
B. Wl. Hamma
Execlusi
Penn Street
Ben
Republican Party
E Verybody
Dr. Baird
Dr. Garrison
Drn
Postoffice
Quay
Frost
Judge Porter
B. O
Allegheny Christian Church
Mr. Carson
Carson
J. W. F. Carlisle
H. B. McClurkin
V. N. M. Johnston
Johnston
Mr. Johnston
Atwood and
Forbes
Fairmont
Brown & Co
Grant Water Streets
Tse Ular Beverage
Charlies
Horton Tee
McMahon Bros. & A
Fourth Avenue
H.kusgen & Bro
Hauch's
Dr. Haselton
Biber & Easton
Market St
Marshell
D Square
Ohio St
Corner
Sandusky
Hueus & Hacke
Nottingham
Fifth Ave
Tac
Scandal Golders
Ubeaele
Rege Hla
Feces
Brussela
Oolin Dondern
Moerekes
Meee
Edward
Groetzinger
Penn Ave
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