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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1891
Page
5
The article reports crowd sentiment in Allegheny County ahead of elections, with Gregg and Morrison projected to win by 12,000 to 15,000 in county races and 30,000 to 40,000 statewide. It notes Blue Ridge influence, Straichtouts, and Braddock fraud concerns, plus human interest scenes of campaign labor and poll-rigging attempts allege.
K. E. Cole, chairman of Allegheny County Prohibition, argues the Baker ballot law hurts government and suffrage, blocks new party growth, and disfranchises minorities. He cites liquor costs and taxes as harmful, claims high government expenses from liquor, and says the party will poll a large vote.
At midnight the Republican headquar ters on Diamond street closed up and weary politicians headed home. Estimates of te Jays results included Senator Flinn noting the regular ticket’s lowest vote would be 2,500 more than C S Fetterman, who would have the largest Streightout vote. Acting County Chairman McCleary predicted the entire Republican ticket would be elected by a majority of at least 12,000.
The last political campaign meetings were held last night by Republicans in Coraopolis and at Turner Hall in Allentown. The Allentown gathering drew a large, attentive audience as Clarence Burleigh delivered his best speech, followed by A. Sullivan and John S. Lambie. The event was regarded as a big success.
The Distatce arranged to display the earliest reliable returns this evening. Bulletin boards at the Smithfield front of the Distatce building will show nationwide results as soon as they arrive.
At a meeting of the Samuel J. Tilden Democratic Club of the Southside last night resolutions were adopted condemning Senator Quay for suing Democratic papers for libel and demanding that he also sue the New York World.
T. M. Thompson, wreckmaster for West Penn Railroad, died instantly from a flying broken-link fragment while working at Etna. Aged 40, he leaves a wife and two children in Allegheny. Former Superintendent of the Pittsburgh division, Thompson is mourned as a steady figure in the railroad community. In unrelated ad copy, Gail Borded Eagle Brand Condensed Milk is recommended for custards and sauces with label directions. Sold by grocers.
William Waddle a blacksmith at Bennett station died under peculiar circumstances when he heated two muzzle loading shotgun barrels with powder and shot in a forge. He held the barrels toward his head and a spark ignited the charges tearing away the top of his skull. Coroner McDowell planned an inquest, declaring the accident undoubted.
The Modern Building and Loan Association held a large stockholders meeting after auditors found a $7,272.26 deficit caused by Theo Doerflinger’s tenure as treasurer from June 1888. An expert audit by Mr. Bacon confirmed the figures, with the bond via surety covering losses and the board pledging dividends. James Doherty was elected to fill the vacancy from the former treasurer’s resignation as members approved the board’s prompt disclosure and actions.
Alexander Killain, the sole surviving defendant in the Mrs. Paul Redert murder case from Tarentum, was moved from the County Jail to Riverside Penitentiary to begin a life term. The Pardon Board had commuted his sentence to life weeks earlier, but the formal documents arrived only last Saturday. Killain’s acquaintances say he has aged about fifteen years since his arrest over two years ago.
The Northside Protective Liquor Association plans to monitor speak-easies and saloons on election day to curb illicit liquor sales. Detective Hesser leads the effort with about 80 licensed dealers in Allegheny County vowing to enforce the law and report violators to prevent repeat licensing. The group seeks to elevate professional dignity and says authorities have laxly allowed illegal sales, promising to present offenders in License Court.
Report of a fire drill claim at the Thirty-first ward school sparked illness rumors. One 14 year old girl, Lottie McKee, missed school since Thursday due to a sore throat after the exercise. Teacher Alma Scheck reportedly fainted. no solid medical or official support found.
A.J. Locke’s Carson Street tobacconist shop suffered missing items as a youth is accused. Gilbert Locke admitted aiding theft by storing merchandise for later sale. Items linked to Italians Aquil Sancres and Thomas Speiner at Liberty Street addresses. about 80 pounds worth recovered. Warranted for hearing. no action yet against the youth.
The sup-Committee on Parks of Allegheny met last night and approved payrolls. Through Oct 31 and Nov 2 health reports show 23 diphtheria and 6 scarlet fever cases. Charities began winter clothing and food distribution with many familiar applicants. Work will begin on a new Episcopal church at Wabash avenue and Sevenane street in the West End, costing $5. Fire Marshal McFadden investigated six fires in the Irish block since June, all starting in a rubbish closet and deemed incendiary but with no identified culprit. Brineman’s new Pennsylvania school map, by E. C. Bridgman, outlines counties, districts, institutions, and geography. agent Thompson Wachob of Allegheny handles distribution.
A Baltimore era style dispatch reports the Citizens' Reform Association in Allegheny as a vigilant force against corrupt governance. It traces the Committee of Fifty’s revival, the Auditing Committee power grab, and planned actions after affidavits alleging bribes surface, with Mayor Wyman denying criminal money ties. The piece notes upcoming hearings, potential punitive measures, and political stakes surrounding Wyman, Price, Koerner, and Kennedy in a tense reform showdown.
Police report two overnight thefts in the East End. Mrs. Jane McCloy’s Hatgid Street residence lost a $23 purse while the Duncan home on Atwood Street saw a coat valued at $25 stolen after a vestibule door was left ajar. Local note Marper's Young People. A humorous item notes Willie Bronson of Harkinsville Wisconsin claiming he can mow a lawn after a four day fast faster than a hired man.
The article outlines evening wedding gowns for brides and maids with styles featuring low necks, elbow sleeves, half-high corsages, and Marie Antoinette sleeves. Rich satin gowns with long trains, lace flounces, orange blossom girdles, and festooned flounces are described, with maids wearing white Muscovite silk or chiffon dresses.
A writer admires the longest place name near Anglesey and explains its pronunciation. He notes the isolated village with 800 residents and a historic church, then reveals the full tongue twister and the shortened form used at the local post office.
A century old travel book notes frogs sold by the hundred in French markets as fish. It describes using a glass vessel dipped in a brook to trap a frog, which croaks to lure others, allowing a fisherman to snare his prey.
The annual report alleges sapphire mines in Ceylon fail to justify high emu prices. It claims abundant blue stones there could flood world markets for ages, ignoring Burmah and Cashmere sources and suggesting the report aims to prop up emu value.
A man with a small tract of land can aim for the largest return by cultivating roses. Flower growing typically yields modest profits, but rose demand is steady and reliable. Even without capital for houses, good money may be made through rose cultivation. Other ads mention plum bargains, fabrics, and Angostura Bitters.
Philadelphia lawyer Rufus F. Shapley told Beaver reporters that civil and criminal libel suits will target Chairman Kerr and newspapers over published certificates and allegations against Senator Quay. He warned that some prominent individuals may go to jail, with action planned across multiple papers and possibly including the New York World.
Dick Quay stated that his father will avoid libel suits except for those already mentioned, during remarks made yesterday as he spoke to reporters. The comment touches on potential legal actions involving country editors and press coverage.
Biber and Easton announce a broad range of children’s wear from ages 4 to 16 including solid colors plaids bourette effects and exclusive designs. Jackets Gretchen wraps capes and trims in navy tan and Scotch plaids priced from 5 to 12 dollars with various sizes and trims.
The speaker claims Pittsburg should be avoided if brief and notes no politicians met. He believes the attack on his father would not affect the Republican ticket and that Gregg and Morrison are certain winners. He adds Senator Quay aims to push the suits to verdict, while county editors in smaller towns criticized by Chairman Kerr would not be sued.
A short notice highlights new imports of silks and velvets arriving for ladies autumn and winter costumes. It notes a selection just released from bond and placed on sale this morning, with emphasis on our magnificent stock.
The newest novelty shown this season appears not truly shown yet in print. New York retailers have it on order and will display with our exhibit. Designed for Dinner Dresses, colors include Gray Moire Ground with Black Pekin Stripe Cream with Maize Brown with Black changeable Pink with Black and Maize self tinted stripe Porcelain Blue and Golded Brown.
In rich Latin bar patterns, six inch Plaid on Sarah ground of navy and beige, garnet and brown, silk fabrics touted as most stylish and adaptable for costumes or combinations. A large line of new elegant combinations in navy cardinal blue brown and gray, offered in select designs.
A morning display announces a large import of black pure silk velvets in various widths. The seller claims these fabrics are better quality than previously offered at the same price points, suitable for costumes and fashionable long coats.
The ad lists Lyons Velvets and Velvets in various widths and prices, highlighting low prices for fabrics and trims. It mentions White Brocade Velvets for evening wear, new Velutina Cards, and Dress Trimmings to match wool or silk dress goods, with special values on Plaid and Figured Velvets at 75 cents a yard.
A Cleveland theatrical figure Gus Hartz reportedly bought the Grand Opera House lease from Ed Wilt and a management shift was expected within a week. Wilt denied the sale, while others claim the transaction is complete.
A brief summary notes 1891 totals rising over 1890 by 14,168 against 3,705, with the remark this beats the record due to cent-ascord. The fragment references numeric increases and a claim of a record in the period, but omits specific entities or places.
Taowas WATTAN jailed by squire J A Meilinger on larceny charge raised by Albert Klopfer. Ausent Desnison of Gibben street charged Klemn Joseph with aggravated assault. he assaulted Desnison with a chair. Joseph jailed in default of $300 bail for bearing Thu.
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