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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1892
Page
6
Reports from river towns describe a coal miners strike continuing as water levels forecast seven to eight feet, boosting barge navigation and coal shipments to the Southern market. Operators say escalation risks shortages. rivermen warn the strike may force a costly rush to meet demand.
Plans are drawn for another Carnegie steel plant on the Poor Farm site. About 2,000 workers remain idle but some re hired as three blacksmiths return. Deputy sheriffs won't be removed amid fears of disorder as Non-union workers move into new houses dubbed Carnegie City. Chairman H C Frick tours the plant and praises operations.
The town would rely on borough police with sympathy for the striking chiefs Young and Richey. Officials expect no reduction in their force for several weeks while the trouble is settled, preserving order during the interim.
Ellis Island officials detained 30 Belgian contract laborers accused of entering the United States to replace Pittsburg strikers. The group, including men from the Friesland voyage, faced alien contract law violations with prosecutions anticipated against the factory owner if a solid case is built.
Several hopefuls push petitions for Cleveland administration offices. Col Hudson and Foley Wanta seek postmaster roles, Larkin campaigns for a place, Alex Wilson eyes the Pension Agency, Fagan lobbies for District Attorney, and others consider Collector of the Port and U S Marshal.
A group of Pittsburg business leaders met at Mercantile Trust Company to form the Nations Mower and Reaper Company with 500000 dollars in stock. Directors include H L Gourley M A Cutter E H Meyers Samuel Jarvis Fred Gwinner A Hamilton Robert McAfee and others with Dr J W Wright as Treasurer. The Latrobe plant covers 434 acres and employs 500 men capable of 1000 machines weekly. A related report notes no official resumption at Carnegie mills yet but signs point to action by next Monday.
Nimick Jock and Tyson proprietors announce a new mill site at Kensington. The main building will span about 2002100 feet with several smaller structures planned. Total plant cost estimated between $75,000 and $100,000.
A police official and friends will dine on a dressed coon at Frey’s on Diamond street after a Democrat backed Cleveland’s victory. If Harrison had won the bet police and friends would have eaten the coon. Officials including Chief Brown and Inspector McKelvey attend a festive, lighthearted banquet. In Allegheny, bets included a brass band and parade with wheelbarrows and dog carts, ending with a modest street luncheon as the crowd watched the celebrants.
A large audience heard Mrs. Carrie Irving, noted medium and National Delegate to the W C G T U Convention at Denver, deliver a moral lecture and conduct a short seance. Ichabod, guiding spirit, answered audience questions with plain speech and a wealth of information. A white haired man was told he could complete a patent with one ingredient, a remark that could boost inventors and patent office activity.
A testimonial program arranged by Percy F. Smith features E. Willard and Charles Frohman's company with all performers from next week slated to appear at the benefit. Ticket exchange is only at the Duquesne for reserved seats as sales remain strong. A subcommittee of the Allegheny Finance Committee met to finalize a report on conferences with Pittsburgh Allegheny Manchester and Pleasant Valley Street Railway regarding back taxes owed to the city, with a full committee review planned tonight.
The Netherlands-American steamer Zaandam was reported with machinery disabled after being passed by the Red Star steamer Pennland near the Newfoundland banks. Zaandam signaled a piston rod break and asked for agents to be notified. She left Gusarba on October 20 and carries no passengers.
A Reading Company report from Pottsville on November 10 describes hard times in coal mining. Blocked loaded coal cars at water shipping points and city terminals limit shipments and trim production. Some collieries run full, others ship sparingly, and pricier sites have shut down.
J Maurice Finn defeated Democrat for Congress in Michigan Twelfth district claims election fraud including ballots distributed outside polls and elector intimidation. He says he has conclusive proof. Also notes Holmes class of 1550 banquet in Troy Polytechnic School graduates at Monogahela House with 10 guests.
President A. Duncan urges Randall Club members to gather at the club house at 7:30 tomorrow for the fendall Chk eral Democratic parade. A large turnout is expected with club members serving as escort to the Chief Marshal.
Detective Jerry Gumbert arrested a girl in the East End suspected of robbing the family she served of 12000 dollars in jewelry and clothing. Authorities gave no names, stating the case is under investigation.
Laproris Inc announces the assignment of J P Johnson, a wholesale jeweler and inventor of the new return postal card adopted by the Government. The assets and liabilities are both listed at eighty thousand dollars, leaving an equal balance.
John E. Wolk a 26 year old former clerk at Lamkemeyer & Son in Lawrenceville and wanted by Pittsburg authorities for forgery surrendered to St Louis police after four months on the run. He previously faced embezzlement at German National Bank and Pennsylvania National Bank. Authorities plan to bring him back to resolve charges.
A well dressed man about 40 was found in the hydraulic canal at Niagara Falls. He wore a blue suit, gold cuff button, a gold watch, and a Lehigh Valley ticket dated October 30. Police suspect he was robbed and dumped from a late night train. Meanwhile, Willie Gaertner clings to his mother as she is arrested for disorderly conduct.
Unpackaged stock from factory direct sale offers half price underwear for two days. Men’s wool shirts and drawers, all wool, and other garments priced well below regular values. Stores list locations at Grant Diamond streets and additional Pittsburgh outlets.
A list of various handkerchiefs with regular prices including children s plain and Hemstitched white handkerchiefs in different qualities and sizes Ladies and Misses initial handkerchiefs in bundles and packages Ladies silk initial handkerchiefs embroidered and large silk initial handkerchiefs for ladies or gentlemen with price ranges and packaging details
A varied sale on fine Oriental laces veils and corded trims features widths from 4 to 5 inches and 45 inch torchen laces, with discounts from regular rates. New chiffon laces, black Chantilly sacks, sewing silks, veiling, linen collars, and cuffs are offered at marked reductions across many colors and patterns.
A catalog style notice describes Ladies' Kid Gloves and Foster's patent faces and hooks with 4 buttons priced at 1 per pair and other gloves and mitts discounted. Includes Ladies' Black Silk Mitts and Fine Cashmere Mittens advertised at reduced prices for Friday and Saturday. Children's Black Wool Mitts and Misses' 4-Button Kid Gloves appear with low sale prices for back to school use.
A catalog style list outlines multiple hosiery offerings with regular prices. Items include seamless balbrigan and cotton hose, fancy cotton, Onyx black cotton, rib top wool, imported cashmere, and black wool hose. Prices range from 10 to 50 cents per pair.
A historical notice advertises children's ribbed wool hose in various sizes at reduced prices, plus black cassimere and cashmere options for boys and girls. The listing includes multiple styles with sizes and regular prices noted, including reductions down to about 18 to 45 cents in a clearance context.
An advertisement lists dress shields including good stockinet shields in large size valued at 120 and rubber shields also named. It mentions Lily silk dress shields valued at 350 and other brands such as Gantiela.
Readable advertisement notes knitting silk offered at a reduced price of 350 per ball and knitting cotton listed with a regular price, indicating a promotional deal for these craft materials.
A sale offers 20 boxes of Wings in all colors at low prices. Big aigrettes 10c and 15c, Mephisto feathers at 10c and up. Imported fancies 1 to 3 dollars. Prince of Wales ostrich tips 230 lots. Black ostrich feathers sold in bunches. Boas and coque bosses priced to double value.
One lot of Satin Picot Edge Ribbons from 5c to 25a yard for fancy work. Gall-silk Fancy Stripe Ribbons 12% cents per yard. Fancy Gauze Ribbons three inches wide reduced from 2.50 and 3.50 to 1.00 per yard. Extra quality light shade ribbons three to five inches wide from 0.50 to 1.00 per yard. Limited stock. come early, as the sale ends soon.
The store offers Saxony yarn at reduced prices with cuts from 25 to .180 and 12c to .8c per cut, noting limited quantities in desirable shades. Shoppers are urged to come promptly to secure bargains and complete color selections.
A sale list details belts taffeta ribbons stays hooks and eyes and related notions. Items include belting 25e for standard and 40e for extra quality 184 126 taffeta ribbon 18c stay binding 18c per unit 130 hooks and eyes per card and tape. Also covered dress stars 0c per dozen and uncovered dress stays 10c per dozen.
Advertises children’s white merino vesta and pants from 16c to 45c by size in light medium and heavy weights. Also lists natural wool vests and pants from 19c to 38c and scarlet wool vests pants and drawers priced 250 to 750 by size.
A list of shop items with unit prices including elastic corset lacers six to twelve cents per item, pins needles and sewing notions. Entries mention Watons and Lifters and Turkish wash rags with varied cents per card or yard and per dozen quantities.
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