Federal Statutes Supersede State Rules in Election Duties
Attorney General Mil ler asserts that federal law supersedes state statutes in election administration. He outlines demanding supervisory duties for election officers and deputies, including presences at registration and polling, canvassing of ballots, and strict limits on officer wages to ensure an honest free election. He emphasizes peacekeeping, adherence to national law, and the goal of a fair return and canvass of votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rons
Dennivan
Miller
United States
W. B. H. Mitten
Instructions to Pittsburgh supervisors guard ballots during election
The chief supervisor of elections in Allegheny County issued duties to 500 supervisors for the next Tuesday. Each district will have two supervisors and one or two deputy marshals. They must stay with ballots from opening to canvass, challenge questionable voters, scrutinize ballots, report counts, and file certified returns.
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H. D. Gamble
Pittsburg
Allegheny
McKeesport
Gambie
Renin
Congress
Tugboat Captains In Fight Over Tow Upset
Captain Dippel of the John Dippel tug and Captain Cavitt of the Mink No 2 clashed yesterday in an old feud erupting over a tow. Dippel suffered a two inch scalp wound. he expected to file an aggravated assault and battery information against Cavitt.
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Dippel
John Dippel
Joe Cavitt
Cavitt
Dipple
Tain Dipple
Caritt
Disabled Firemen Claims Approved
The Firemen's Disability Board met yesterday and approved claims for John Cashmore, Emil Kuhn, William Parke, and William Kramer, all disabled from injuries in the past month. Secretary's report shows $11,785 paid and a balance of $21,319.18 held by the Treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Cashmore
William Kramer
Emil Kuhn
William Parke
Ward Committees Instructed By County Chairman Gripp
Republican County Committee leader Gripp toured Southside wards Twenty fifth and Twenty eighth guiding ward committees on election conduct. He outlined duties for boards supervisors and deputy marshals for election day and planned another visit tonight across the river. Take Dromo Seltzer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gripp
Republican County Committee
Testimony Recalls Harsh Army Punishments in Jems Case
The Jems case unfolds in three chapters with Colonel Hawkins detailing brutal army penalties. Judge Porter signals possible dismissal if the punishment aligns with Army rules, while Col Gray and Col Streator recount Homestead riots and command decisions.
Boys Charged With Riot In Reserve Township Stone Fights alleged
William Panier constable filed riot charges against 18 boys in Reserve township. Accused include William Seiglehurst George Paul Charles Bitter James Barthue Henry Dollhof Peter Borne Fred Redicker Rocie Felsinge Walter Felsinge William Haas William Yeager John Helliman Charles Russell George Wentzel Harry Eichraub George Bauer Harry Kimm Jos Webner Frank Ranier William Metz for shooting Flobert rifles stone fighting breaking windows and insulting pedestrians. arrest and hearing planned.
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Reserve Township
Wm. Panier
Alderman Brinker
William Seiglehurst
George Paul
Charles Bitter
James Barthue
Henry
William Dollhof
Peter Borne
Fred Redicker
Rocie
Walter Felsinge
Four Big Oil Land Deal Across 1032 Acres Sold
The Tidal Oil Company of New York buys 1,032 acres in the McDonald oil field from Greenlee & Forst for about 400000 dollars. The leases yield 3000 barrels daily from 71 wells with six new wells underway. Messera Greenlee & Forst and Josiah Cohen retain 300 acres of undeveloped territory. The deal closed late last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tidal Oil Company
New York
Greenlee & Forst
McDonald
Messera, Greenlee & Forst
Josiah Cohen
Keegan Held on Four Charges After Home Invasion Incident
Thomas Keegan appeared before Alderman Leslie facing four charges after James Kane alleged Keegan forced an entry to his home on Sunday morning and assaulted his wife. Kane said Keegan displayed a knife and threatened to kill. Keegan resisted arrest and was remanded in jail for court in default of $6,000 bail.
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Thomas Keegan Wills
Thomas Keegan
Alderman Leslie
James Kane
Keegan
Free Chrysanthemum Show At Highland Park
A free display of rare beauty attracts hundreds to Highland Park. The conservatory hosts almost every variety in full bloom, presenting a rich colorful sight and one of the city’s most complete collections. Visitors may view the exhibit between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M.
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Highland Park
Duquesne Banquet Honoring Home Life Insurance Official
A banquet at the Duquesne was held last evening by Home Life Insurance Company agencies in Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Vice President George E. Ide was guest of honor. Welcome by Manager H. B. Moeser and Ide’s reply. Fred J. Shaler toastmaster and Chicago import. C. W. Garston’s orchestra provided music. Decor by C. W. Gunther. Impromptu speeches followed.
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Duquesne
The
Home Life Insurance Company
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
George E. Ide
H. B. Moeser
Mr. Ide
Fred J. Shaler
Chicago
C. W. Garston
C. W. Gunther
Allegheny Valley Coach Starts Through to Williamsport
The Allegheny Valley road began a through coach to Williamsport with connections to the Philadelphia and Erie line. The trip takes about eight hours, with a Buffalo Express departure and a Williamsport arrival. Credit for the change goes to General Passenger Agent James P. Anderson. A fire at the Ft Wayne roundhouse damaged it about 500 dollars when a blower fired a wood blaze igniting the roof. a still alarm was quickly answered and the fire extinguished.
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Allegheny Valley Road
Williamsport
Buffalo Express
Philadelphia and Erie Road
James P. Anderson
Ft Wayne
Allegheny
New York Theosophist Addresses Pittsburg Meeting
Miss Annie M. Stabler of New York spoke to the Pittsburg branch of the General Theosophical Society at the Mercantile Library. She urged that labor unrest stems from a craving for religious knowledge, arguing theosophy offers universal brotherhood and renewed interest in spiritual matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Annie M. Stabler
New York
General Theosophical Society of the
United States
Mercantile Library
Miss Stabler
A. M. Gow
The
Theosophists
Mr. Gow
Press Club Benefit Plans at Duquesne Theater
The Pittsburg Press Club committee arranged further details for a testimonial benefit at the Duquesne Theater on Friday November 1. A donor sent 80 for seats for the Ali Baba and the American Extravaganza Company charity show on the eve of its San Francisco departure. Telegrams from James Po and James H Wallick promised acts at Grand Opera House and Harris Theater during that week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Press Club
Duquesne Theater
Pittsburg Press
Dean Lin—Inelosed
Ali Baba
American Extravaganzra Company
San Francisco
Beneft
Davin Hexpenson
E. J. McUnlough
James Po
Geraldier
James H. Wallick
Grand Opera House
Harris’ Theater
A Show for the Foye and Kindness to Animals
Prof Leonard Eaton returns from Philadelphia where he spoke on Kindness to Animals before 1600 Girard College boys. City Superintendent Luckey notes Allegheny fatherless boys are housed at the college from ages 6 to 14. The boys’ upbringing here is said to foster reliable, well trained workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonard Eaton
Philadelphia
American Humane Association
Girard College
Eston
Luckey
Allegheny Oe
Eaton
CHANGES IN THE FORCE PROMOTE WAGGONER TO CAPTAIN
Superintendent O Mara announces Lieutenant Waggoner promoted to Captain in the night relief succession to Captain Unterbaum. Cornerman Teeters named Lieutenant to replace Waggoner. A No 6 hose carriage nearly collides with Citizens Traction car 117 hitting a street post. horses and crew are injured but unhurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waggoner
Unterbaum
O'Mara
Bureau of Police
Henry Unterbaum
Albert Teeters
No. 6 Fire Engine Company
Citizens’ Traction Company
No Quorum Delays Allegheny Board Meeting on Teachers
Allegheny Board of School Controllers postponed last evening due to lack of a quorum. President McMullen noted an oversupply of teachers relative to pupil enrollment, with 29 more teachers than needed in September raising costs about 1200 dollars monthly. He warned of population loss and poor conditions affecting city affairs. The October enrollment reached 13 315 with 11 775 average attendance. The Legislation Committee will seek authority to examine school laws for changes at the next Legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Board of School Controllers
McMullen
R. B. Seandrett
Morrow
Faster Ft Wayne Train Aims To Speed Chicago Mail
Captain White of the Railway Mail Service met Ft Wayne Road officials in Fort Wayne to cut No 1’s time to Chicago by thirty minutes on the morning Windy City run. He cited poor beyond Chicago connections and winter schedule changes. Additional cars and clerks will serve the World’s Fair mail, with about ten mail cars daily from Randolph Street Station bypassing Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Captain White
Ft. Wayne Roads
Windy City
Chicago
Randolph Street
Blugged Conductor by Two Colored Men on Pennsylvania Line
Conductor William Watt on the mail train was badly assaulted after two men refused to pay fares. They boarded at Braddock, slugged Watts with a billy and kicked him as the train neared Copeland, then fled. Watt will be out of service for days. Names of suspects not known. Also notes plans to hire 20 automatic smoke consuming stokers for Brilliant station to burn off boiler smoke.
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Hawkins
Wiley
Mr. Frick
Laws
Sams
Colonel Hawkins
Porter
Tama
Ssms
National Guard
United States
Indiana Infantry
Battle Creek
Tenn
United States Army
Senator
Inms
William Watt
Pennsylvania Road
Braddock
Watt
Copeland
Billy
Brilliant Station
Bigelow
Department of Public Works
Herron Hill Works
Halloween raid at Pleasant Valley line office leads to arrest warrant
A 17 year old boy raided the Pleasant Valley street car office on Troy Hill on Halloween night, caused furniture damage, and an information was filed before Alderman Brinker. William Panier secured the warrant for his arrest. Meanwhile Mrs Roessler of 88 South Fourteenth Street was severely burned by lime in a cellar whitewash accident but is recovering. Dr Bull's Cough Syrup recommended for winter comfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis A. Winans
Pleasant Valley
Troy Hill
Brinker
William Panier
Jacob Roessler
South Fourteenth Street
Camellia Flour Claims Fame For City Baker
A newly married local woman distressed by her husband's remarks over baking finds relief with Camellia flour. She now bakes bread praised as the best in fourteen states, boosting confidence in Camellia. James H. Aiken & Co. advertises kid gloves at 100 Fifth Avenue.
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Camilia
Tor
James H. Aiken & Co
Fifth Avenue
Roberts and Sons Offer Wide Bridal Gift Selection and Silver
Roberts and Sons promotes a comprehensive stock of bridal gifts and advance holiday goods. The Silver Department and Art Rooms showcase a large, varied stock from inexpensive to costly, promising a revelatory shopping experience for brides and gift buyers.
Kraksoer Bros Pianos at 77 Fifth Avenue
An advertisement by McElton & Horne promotes Kraksoer Bros pianos offering a wide range in plain and ornate cases plus Chickering Hardman Kimball and Vose Son pianos. It highlights intrinsic worth and unequaled reputation with cash or installment options and free catalogs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kmkaoer Bros
Chickering
Hardman
Kimball
Vose & Son
McElton & Horne
Fifth Avenue
Safe deposit vaults advertised by Farmers' Deposit National Bank
The notice promotes safe storage of valuables in Farmers' Deposit National Bank vaults at 6 Fourth Avenue with boxes available from 5 per year. It also lists several addresses and unrelated product placements in a fragmented ad section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Deposit National Bank
Fourth Avenue
Mill Restart Hinted as Beaver Falls Mills to Hire Individually
A press dispatch reports Carnegie Company plans to restart Beaver Falls mills at full capacity when possible with major plant improvements. The move targets hiring individuals rather than union members and would end company dealings with the Amalgamated Association. Some strikers oppose total union exclusion. notices may soon post start dates and nonunion hiring terms.
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Beaver Falls
Carnegie Company
Pittsburg
Frick
Dillon
Carnerie Company
Carnegie
Amalgamated Association
Garment Sale Highlights Fur Department Offers
HUGUS & HAGKE advertise a fresh collection of garments in their Fur Department. New head scarfs in various finest qualities are offered at very low prices this week.
Youths Shoes Offer Value For Money
Ewha presents affordable youths footwear with prices from 1 to 1.50. Styles include veal calf lace or button shoes in sizes 11 to 2 and satin oil calf lace or button options. Genuine calf lace or button spring heel and lace or heel shoes priced at 1.50.
Will of Joseph Horne Probate Names Executors
The will of the late Joseph Horne is probated yesterday directing equal sharing of his estate among his children after legacies to relatives. It also directs that the business of Joseph Horne & Co. be continued by surviving Durbin Horne and John Gorne as executors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Horne
Acid Phosphate Endorsed by Dr Harecome in Minnesota Case
Dr W C Harecome of Minneapolis reports using Horsford's Acid Phosphate during convalescence from a case of acute rheumatism. He notes improvements and recovery as the treatment progressed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Harecome
Minneapolis
Minn
Mus
New Styles and Prices at Allegheny Outfitters
Seasonal buyer alert from 78 Ohio Street Allegheny Pennsylvania highlighting new styles patterns and value notes. Shop details emphasize updated prices and quality ranges for diverse apparel.
Labor meeting bids high for Homestead support
A large gathering urged funding for the Homestead cause, with a demand of $1,000 weekly to feed workers. Attendees proposed two days’ pay per month from each member, asserting conviction would crush organized labor. Hugh O'Donnell arrived to shield Pinkertons. several hundred dollars were raised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porte
Hugh O'Donnell
Pinkertons
Bills and bids advance in Allegheny Public Safety panel
The Public Safety Committee approved payrolls and several bills. A $5000 appropriation to rebuild the bell tower at the Columbia engine house was adopted. Bodies in German Evangelical Cemetery on Troy Hill were ordered moved. Bids for engine house Eleventh ward and hose house Seventh ward were opened. Eleventh ward to Klenke at $6460 and Seventh ward to Jacob Weasner at $6204.
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Public Safety Committee of
Alleheny
Columbia Engine House
Troy Hill
Eleventh Ward
Seventh Ward
Klenke
Jacob Weasner
Winter Frasiery for Ladies at JOS HORNE & CO Penn Ave
JOS HORNE & CO on Penn Avenue offers a winter array of ladies and misses wear. The shop promotes fashionable frocks and outerwear for the season, inviting shoppers to browse its curated selections.
Stag's Head Hosiery Brand Promises Quality and Value
The ad touts Bis Stocks and Wonderful Values with hosiery made for the store by leading world makers. All goods, labeled with the Stag's Head brand, guarantee fast dye, strong fabric, and superior quality across cotton, cashmere, and silk lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stag
Special Hosiery Sale Highlights Stag's Head Stockings
A dealer promotes a special stock of Stags Head brand ladies stockings in weights from cashmere to cotton, with prices ranging from 25c to 3 per pair. Includes heavy fleece lined, unbleached options and a large run of over 300 dozen cashmere stockings at 50c. Also children and mens stockings at various discount prices.
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Eiver
Dromo-Seltzer
Itc
the Army
Col. Hawkins
Col Streator
Jems
Streator
Colonel Gray
Homestead
Pattison
Tams
Campere
W. J. Cooper
Senator Robbins
Robbins
Iams
Company K
James
Worley
K Company
Army of the Cumberland
Thomas
Tidal Ol Company
the Press Club
Henderson
the Foye
Allegheny County
Ft. Wayne
Mr. Watt
Dr. Bull
HP. Roberts & Sons
Kraksoer Bros.’ Pianos
Mellor & Hoene
Preffer
Michfeld Street
Federal Street
Allerbeny
Carson Street
Southside
de Witt
Aesine
Alten
Siuxcie
Harrisburg
Greenland
Muncie
Ind
John Gallagher
Hugus
Hagke
Ferent Furs
Nat
Coa
Fifth Ave. and
Market ST
Simen
Horsford
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Fifth Ave
End Market St
G. D. Simen
Ohio ST
Allegheny, PA
Ocdl-Uwr
the Public Safety Committee
Pittsburg, Ps
JOS, Horne & CO
Penn Ave
Frasiery
Bis
JOS. Horne & CO
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