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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1891

Page

2

Faith Monopoly Healer Factions Face Off at Warnette Hall

Rev John Alex Dowie leader of the International Divine Healing Association attacks A B Simpson and John Morrow accusing them of coaxing false testimonies. Dowie claims divine power cures all while warning of calamities and pestilence as he cites cures of Cancer and other ailments by faith at Carnegie Hall.

John Alex. Dowie Warnette Hall International Divine Healing Association A. B. Simpson Christian Alliance John Morrow Bethany Mome Mr. Dowie Father Mollinger Dowie Anthony Simpson Christ Carnegie Mall Blaine

Man files criminal libel suit against Leader editors

Andrew McGlumphrey of the Ninth er sues WT Nevin and James YNetil of the Leader before Alderman Denovan. He alleges a published list in the past week wrongly claimed he was convicted of larceny and receiving stolen goods under Judge Porter’s term. McGlumphrey denies any such conviction in this or any county.

Andrew McGlumphrey WT. W. Nevin James Ynetil Leader Alderman Denovan McGlumpher Pper Allegheny County Joedge Porter McGimphey

Police Bureau Plans Second Round of Inspector Transfers

The second relocation of superior officers will move Inspector Silvis from the East End to the Southside. Inspector McKelvey will transfer from the Southside to the downtown district, Inspector Whitehouse returns from downtown to the East End. Superintendent Weir aims to rotate officers to familiarize them with all city areas.

Police Silvis East End Southside McKelvey Whitehouse Weir

Miners Convene for Talks on Strike Settlement

The Pittsburgh district miners plan a key meeting on November 3 at 10 AM in the Knights of Labor hall to discuss a possible settlement and relaunch plans. President Costello and officials deny Findlayville work stoppage claims as delegates head toward the convention amid election duties.

Pindleyville Costello Pitwsburg K. of L Third Avenue Findeyville Joss CosTetino Michael McQuain Rae Ohio

Bloutheen Clay Production and Southern Progress noted

J Harris president of the Carolina Clay Company discusses clay quality and North Carolina kaolin potential. He highlights southernization, Duquesne ties, and a favorable climate for health travel while noting Vanderbilt's big projects and local politics showing a stagnant election scene with no fall ballots.

J. Harris Carolina Clay Company Duquesne Asheville N.C Harris Denver Aville South Dennis New York America George Vanderbilt Vanderbilt North Carolina Sr. Haris Io Seepailigan Tak Ti South Carolina

Flower's Early Life Revealed by Schoolmate

A New York schoolmate of Roswell P. Flower recalls his youth. Flower, poor but ambitious, started as a grocery clerk, rose to banking, then gained social standing and met his future wife at a wealthy New York family gathering.

M. J. Fogarty New York Anderson Roswell P. Flower Empire State Ross’ Flower Ross Flower

Public report on Cottage State Hospital management

James B. Scott of the State Board of Charities released a committee report on Cottage State Hospital in Connellsville. It notes no flagrant mismanagement but uncovers disrepair, unused tent rooms, missed monthly meetings, and friction among officials. recommends a change of superintendent.

Cottage State Hospital Connellsville James B. Scott State Board of Charities Ecuukees ii

Quay and Shapley Plan Libel Suits Over Kerr Threats

Senator Quay and Philadelphia attorney Rufus Shapley met to map legal action against Democratic State Chairman Kerr over libel and the Bardsley certificate. A warrant for Kerr’s arrest on libel and conspiracy charges was expected to be issued. further suits were anticipated. Shapley traveled to Beaver to confer with Quay as plans moved forward despite ongoing court progress. The piece also notes looming constitutional convention and mixed partisan interest ahead of elections.

Senator Quay Rufus Shapley Kerr Beaver Rofus Shapley Philadelphia Quay Berr Shapley D. A. Graham McKean Dnnesne Major Montooth Tam

Quiet Sunday as Ward Politicians See Campaign Near End

Ward politicians worked in quiet, with leaders staying home amid the Republican headquarters bustle. Sheriff McCleary led GOP efforts after Chairman Gripp’s death, claiming the race was nearly settled and detailing expected vote-cutting strategies amid hopes for a strong party showing in Allegheny and Pittsburgh.

Sheriff McCleary Gripp Tuy Salt Tenage Fetterman Fettermans

Signs of Good Order at Halloween Police Hearings

Police magistrates reported a light docket after Halloween with few workhouse sentences. At Central station eight cases, all workhouse terms totaling 30 days, plus minor fines for disorder in Hill Street, Bedford Avenue, and Daisy Moore's house. Other wards saw similarly small dockets with brief sanctions and one 90 day workhouse term for insults. Minor assaults and drunkenness filled remaining cases.

Hallowe’en Hyndman Central Station Edward Emma Breen Hill Street John Carrol Thomas Irwin Marion Swain Ed Case Dale Lenkard Mary Mulherron Claremont Sigand Daisy Moore Bedford Avenue Twenty-eighth Ward Edwin Bishop Hagerling South Twenty Th Street Nineteenth Ward Stephen Collins Beacon Ay

Drowned Man Found at Walnut Street Shore

A man about 38, tall and 200 pounds, with fair hair and a dark mustache, was recovered from the river at Walnut street Allegheny. He bore indigo ink with the name Pat Jennings on his left arm and shirt, had a missing right arm, wore new dark blue clothes, and carried a gold watch two dollars a ticket to Oakdale and keys. Henry Schuete removed him to Ohio street undertaking rooms. The coroner will hold an inquest at 10 this morning.

Walnut Street Allegheny Henry Schuete Ohio Street Pat Jennings Oakdale

Duquesne Line Cuts Pennsylvanian Rail Passengers

The Wilkinsburg branch of the Duquesne electric line, now operating regularly, sharply reduces local Pennsylvanian Railroad fare. Wilkinsburg Braddock church trains were nearly empty while the electric line carried many passengers to the city. The street railway’s added traffic brought the line close to weekday business levels.

Duquesne Wilkinsburg Pennsylvania Railroad Braddock

Government orders screw from California steel works

The Thirty second Street Carbon Iron and Steel Works produced a massive lathe screw on Saturday for California government machine shops. The screw measured 73 feet or 64 inches square and weighed one pound. It was molded in a single 20 inch ingot.

Thirty-second Street Carbon Iron and Steel Works California

Captain Mercer arrests Mrs Kate Ben der on disorderly house charge

Captain Mercer arrested Mrs Kate Ben der yesterday morning and confined her at the Nineteenth ward station on a charge of keeping a disorderly house located on Iranks town avenue near Station street.

Captain Mercer Kate Bender Nineteenth Ward Iranks Town Avenue Station Street

Confusion Over Allegheny Reform Probers and Plotting

Detectives reportedly shadow reform leaders as battles rage among Allegheny factions over affidavits and witness fees. Auditors and citizens’ groups clash while Mayor Wyman and Chief Murphy face unfolding controversy amid fear of impeachment moves and public outrage.

Allegheny Wyman Murphy Teesios Koerner Braun Ehlers Department of Public Works Mr. McKirdy Philadelphia

Beauty at Union Station Sparks Attention and Scandal

A 19 year old woman of striking beauty at Union Station last night was described as insane. A male relative, named James Wilkinson, planned to take her to Buffalo where she resides. The pair left on the Valley Road. she reportedly started loud pleas and unwelcome advances, while her companion tried to calm her. The woman’s exact identity could not be confirmed, though she is said to come from a wealthy Buffalo family and had been visiting the West, where her mind reportedly snapped temporarily.

Morris Bethany Pitesburg Siateee Steepeon Carnegie Hall Pitteborg Fguchter Morrow Washington County Simpson Union Station Buffalo West James Wilkinson Valley Road

Wedding announcement for Miss Mame O Loughlin and W Le Bigley

Cards announce the wedding of Miss Mame O Loughlin daughter of M O Loughlin of Forty sixth street and W Le Bigley a well known young business man this day to be solemnized at St Mary s church Forty sixth street on November at 8 50 o clock

Mame O'Loughlin M. O'Loughlin Forty-sixth Street W. le Bigley St Mary's Thareh

Keeley Cure Sermon Advocates Salvation From Intemperance

Rev J T McCrory of the Third U P Church argues the Keeley cure can end the drink craving in 30 days and urges church members to support treatment, warning alcohol causes vice and ruin while praising science and divine guidance in overcoming addiction. He condemns public disease centers and stresses church duty to aid reformation and salvation.

J. T. McCrory U.P. Church Keeley Kingdom of Heaven Keeley Institution Dr. Keeley Keely Ss Sa

All Saints and All Souls Observed Across Pittsburg Diocese

All Saints Day was observed in the Pittsburg diocese with Sharpsburg’s St Marys congregation leading a solemn procession to the cemetery on a hilltop site. All Souls Day services will be held diocesan wide with pontifical mass at the Cathedral by Bishop Phelan and other special masses in churches.

Pittsburg St. Mary’s Sharpsburg Phelan

Lilliputians Disband Rumors Rise After Rough Tour

Hard luck besets the Lilliputian Company as salaries stall on the road. Several members threaten to quit unless back pay arrives in Pittsburg. Major Potter retires and departs with friends. An attorney collects 31 of about 300 owed, the troupe moves toward Chicago hoping to recover fortunes.

Lilliputians Lilliputian Pittsburg Fe Neecom New York Potter Chi Chicagh

Hucus & Hackle Garments Offer Value Line

The store promotes choice quality and large assortments with complete size ranges at low prices. 25-inch jackets in SEAL at 125 to 185, previously 185 to 225. SEAL SACQUES offered sparingly at reduced rates. A special 50-inch wide WOOL CHEVIOTS listed at 50c per yard, a notable drop from regular dollar pricing. Corner Fifth Ave and Market St.

Unique Song Service at Grace Reformed Church

The second Sunday night concert at Grace Reformed Church Grant and Webster streets drew a large crowd. Pastor Rev. John H. Progh led a program chosen from morning hymn requests with preface notes. A quartet Horner Ramsey Corle a duet by Corle and Progh served, and next week promises a Frickie Horner duet.

Grace Reformed Church Grant and Webster Streets John H. Progh Messrs Horner Ramsey Corle Messrs. and E.N. Progh

Juvenile in Street Assault Case at Butler Street

Peter Wetzel, 15, faces police custody after an incident near Butler Street. Wetzel says he was struck by a crew of masked youths and pushed Joseph Herron, who struck his head on a curb causing a deep gash. Herron was taken to West Penn Hospital for treatment.

Peter Wetzel Seventeenth Ward Joseph Herron Wetzel Butler Stree Sant Thirey Rix Herron West Penn Hospital Tonor

Farmers' Deposit Bank Announces New Safe Deposit Vault

The Farmers' Deposit National Bank invites the public to call and inspect the new safe deposit vault. Information about renting boxes and depositing valuables is provided.

Farmers’ Deposit National Bank Uwf

Big Lot Dress Goods Open at Unbeatable Prices

A sale offers hundreds of dress fabrics at reduced rates. 44 inch wool plaids and 44 inch all wool stripes sell at 45 cents a yard. Gray diagonal cheviot and additional 44 inch wool plaids feature strong bargains with large selections in varied colors.

Immense Dress Goods Stock Attracts Shoppers To SoCa Yard

A historic yard sale displays 100 pieces wide all wool Suntings in many styles and colors, 30 pieces 42 inch tufted spot Suitings, 18 Zigzag Cheverons, 25 Camel’s Hair Suitings, and 28 Cheviot Suitings. Prices range from 75 to 85 cents a yard with regular $1 and higher quality goods noted. Many pieces in finer grades and popular shades advertised to lure buyers.

Soca Yard New York

Silk department highlights extensive silk selections

The Silk department touts unmatched variety and prices across the East West North and South. Notable offers include 25 shades of round cord Faille Francaise at 75c a yard and Crystal Bengaline at 25 a yard. Black silks include 24 inch Gros Grains at 60c, Faille Francaise at 1, Satin Rhadames at 50c, and 26 inch Sarah Silks from 1. Elegant Brocades feature latest colors from 2 a yard.

Faille Francaise Sarah

Flannels Marked Down At Big Department Store

The Flannel Department announces price reductions on many lines. Camel's Hair Suitings drop from 15c to 12 of a yard, Country Flannels from 25c to 23c, Twisted and Plain White and Scarlet Flannels from 16c to 25c, Striped French Flannels from 75c to 374c, Novelty and Wrapper Flannels from 45c to ift a yard, and printed French Wrapper Flannels from 85c to 50c. Large selection remains available with crowd-attracting bargains.

Grand Cloak Room offers new reefer coats and bargains

The store promotes a large cloak room lineup with double breasted Cheviot reefers from 10 to 25 dollars and high end jackets in black and mink. Other items include long cloth coats plushes sealskins and children’s wear. A sale features 25 000 yards of ribbons at half price and invites customers to visit early.

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