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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1889
Page
2
A stirring political rumor claims Hon. 8 D Warmcastle, Collector of Internal Revenue, plans to run for Mayor of Pittsburg. Friends say his independent banner could shake the race, with support from city Republicans and strong backing from his councilmanic past.
Reporter notes a near-miss oil discovery on the John Davis farm near the Steubenville pike. Driller John M. Patterton detects strong petroleum odor and a grease spray floods the site, drawing attention from Mr Scully of the Diamond National Bank as attempts to stop the spill begin.
A small fire at Central Place started by a blast from a Welsbach incandescent lamp damaged a local establishment. Fire from station No 2 at 1040 last night contained quickly with no injuries reported.
The rumor that the Pennsylvania Railroad would close East Liberty shops and move stock yards is denied by Superintendent Pitcairn who cites no truth to the claim. He notes a transfer station move to Walls and four track extension from Brinton to Walls due to rising traffic. The plan includes expanding shops at Walls and nearby yards, with projected expenditure around $1,000.
Miss Cusack known as the Nun of Kenmare left for Detroit after a financially successful stay. Father Murphy claimed his visit aimed to reconvert her, while Binho Phelan called the visit injudicious but not deserving censure. Trustees deny Catholic stock in Freemasons Hall and local Catholics welcome possible lifting of the church ban on secret orders.
Pleasant Valley officials challenge Commodore Kountz assertion in yesterday’s Dispatron that the line issued bonds totaling 1 000 000. The road says total bonds issued were 300 000 with 75 000 moved to Fidelity Title and Trust to redeem a prior issue, leaving 225 000 for future use. President Henry notes improvements will yield a well equipped rapid transit system.
Cigar makers protest increased employment of young girls as finished workers by the Union American Cigar Company. Apprenticeship rules demand one year training at specified wages, while finished workers argue they cannot learn the trade. Action on the matter is being considered.
Russell Harrison passed through the city en route from Montana to Washington to visit his mother and spend a day in the capital. Governor Francis of Missouri and Ex-Senator Dill are mentioned among traveling figures. Pittsburgh figures discuss library donations, the World’s Fair headquarters, and local political shifts. Notable locals and railroad executives are noted in transit or on assignment.
Concerted sale of mandolins zithers and concertisade instruments offered at low price. Gallinger's located at 1106 and 1900 Penn Ave features a range of music items and affordable deals to brighten long evenings.
The Park Council closes an open meeting amid praise for Mrs. Schenley and ER B. Carnahan as the city accepts a deed for about 300 acres for Schenley Park. The transfer, signed in London and witnessed by John C. New and Oliver Johnson, follows Carnahan’s push and remarks on the 100 acre Mt Airey property and park naming.
A crowd gathered for the funeral of George B. Shorts ex manager of the 8 8 D Thompson band at Fayette street in Manchester. Shorts eloped with a wife’s cousin and died after months of illness following an Halloween meal of nuts. An autopsy showed intestines bruised and corded, the doctors deeming the cause of death.
W J Wilson a Pennsylvania Railway brakeman and Sadie Atchison daughter of contractor Thomas Atchison of Shadyside eloped after meeting at Idlewild. They secretly wed in Jersey City on September 28 during a visit that defied parental consent and led to a family rift when the secret surfaced.
The O Hara Flint Glass Company and its workers have resolved their dispute. The firm will employ finishers as agreed, and the shop committee organized to assemble the men for a morning return to work. The settlement followed overtures to yield the contested point.
Third district officer James Coen to appear before Alderman Richards for aggravated assault and battery on Jaime Horn. Prosecutor, 60, alleges Coen struck the elderly man with a billy during an October 29 arrest and used undue force in his duties.
Special policeman A McWhorter, in Mrs Kate Louis's saloon at 368 Butler Street, was tried before Alderman McKenna for assault and battery on John Levine. Levine was ejected Friday after refusing to pay for nine drinks. The case followed a greeting note about charity from the Protestant Home for incurables funded by the late Mrs Jane.
George K E McCague of the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway attends the Central Traffic Association meeting. The main outcome is a decision not to advance rates on pig iron and related products, though a few members urged change. Unanimous action could not be secured, with objections citing insufficient rise in raw material prices to justify higher freight costs.
Shipments of coke in the Connellsville region surged to 6 780 cars in the past week the largest on record. Distributions split 3750 west of Pittsburgh and river points 1600 and east of Connellsville 1430 cars. Growth comes from more cars in service including 200 Rainey cars and 800 McClure Co purchases moving into the district. Illinois Steel builds 400 cars and leases 200 stock cars from Santa Fe. Last week’s output hit 238 of 250 versus 15 073 the prior week, totaling 600 624 tons for the month.
Baltimore and Washington firm P Hanson Hiss Mig Co under Philip Hiss stops at Hotel Duquesne to supervise major decorative work for prominent citizens. They hold contracts for decorating Washington homes of Vice President Morton and Senator Medill. Also advertises Safe Deposit Co of Pittsburg vaults, piano and organ sales, low prices, and a ten day trial instrument offer.
Report from Philadelphia recounts Pan American delegates at a reception as curiosities, drawing criticism of the hospitality from Mayor Fitler and Union League Club leaders. Philadelphia figures defend informal, courteous entertainment and contrast it with Pittsburg’s reception. Local officials call the incident a mistake and vow better conduct.
The church meeting reviewed a treasury showing a deficit predicted for January 1, 1990 if funds are not found. About 150 of 600 members are active supporters, while 350 gave nothing. A motion to ask the pastor to reconsider passed unanimously.
At Trinity Protestant Episcopal Church Pittsburgh November 13 1889 the vestry records the death of senior warden John H Shoenberger on December 12 in New York. He joined the parish in 1837 and was a steady counselor and church leader whose influence shaped the congregation across generations. The meeting preserves a prayer sentiment from 1872 reflecting dependence on God’s grace.
Norah King, a four month in the country Irish immigrant, left Jamestown and joined friends in Allegheny on a Tuesday journey. On the train she endured repeated unwanted attentions from a professional masher who followed her for hours before the train entered Pittburgh. the suspect, described as a permanent masher, is sought for questioning.
A 56 year old man faces a heavy medical complaint against W R Dickeoo, described as a doctor with questionable credentials. Officials report he pretended to be a licensed practitioner and sought a bondsman through a messenger, amid claims of treating female and nervous diseases without a diploma.
An organization meeting in the Central Hotel parlor established the Northwest Power Company. Elected directors include President Meg Weta and Weta Cam motive powek? The power refers to ammonia tape Milla, of Philadelphia, and naval architect W. aped. The firm plans to begin operations, uniting eastern and western interests from Nebraska to the East.
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