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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1890
Page
5
M Wolrod of Union meat market alerted police to a counterfeit money scheme led by Duryee. Duryee failed to deliver funds and sent Emma Duryee with 100 dollars. she was arrested while Duryee fled. A hearing is scheduled next Monday as investigators track the brother.
In Bete on November 18 two machinists were crushed when a seven ton engine toppled during relocation at the Jarecki manufacturing plant. James B. McSloy, a respected member of the Mechanics' Fraternity, died within an hour. S. Benson, a Swede, died later. Henry Sutler, hearing of McSloy’s death and grieving his friend, returned home and fatally shot himself. The tragedy follows a line of distress from the sudden loss to a friend’s suicide.
Johnstown reports the search for flood victims ends as a new committee led by James M. Shumaker begins. Only one body, a child, was recovered since September. A remaining balance of 3,000 from state funds will likely fund river deposit work in spring. workers were paid and discharged.
Parker sburg November 11 ten indictments for fraud conspiracy embezzlement were returned by the grand jury in the Circuit Clerk's office. The state loss from the rounds ranges 40000 to 100000 dollars. Deputy Clerk E W Clouston notes more indictments expected tomorrow while Circuit Clerk Clemens has not been charged. Popular uproar surrounds the affair.
A telegram reports an attempted robbery and murder near the county edge. A German man named Schneider was badly beaten while returning from a stock sale. tramps were thwarted but escaped as help arrived.
Across three states a flurry of misfortunes and events reach brief note. Forgery arrest in Lima. miners strike in Mahoning Valley. swindling near Canal Fulton. poisoning in Lima. fatalities from accidents in Girard and Newark. a fatal train wreck near Koena. a gas well opening near Delmont. robberies in Findlay. and other assorted occurrences including railroad plans and political lodge actions.
Oil reports show Governor Pattison well flowing at 3 000 barrels daily while Montour natives oppose Sunday pumping. Courts hear cases against Patterson and Jennings with hearings set for Monday. Other wells like Wilpoow and Roth Oil Co see varying outputs as Kanawha Oil finds potential in a dry hole and Bridgeville shows promising sand indications.
Threats of fuel famine in Huron and Dak. Democrats not contesting Speaker Reed's seat. Nebraska corn crop small with destitution in places. Ill Windthorst ill. Baltimore Tin Plate Co incorporated in Chicago with 2000 capital. Chicago Federal building wall cracks causing court panic. Complete returns sweep Republican Iowa ticket by 1350 to 3779 margins. Toronto arrests for embezzlement linked to Altoona case. South Dakota Republicans win with narrow majorities. Sullivan to tell all on Cronin case. Captain Canti’s book promises sensational Africa province revelations. Denny of Spokane Falls commits suicide after gambling loss. Caseyville recapture of death-sentence inmate. Buckeye Foundry gutted in Cincinnati. loss insured. Lamp explosion damages Pearl Street building. Terpsichore sunk in English Channel. crew rescued. Syracuse stores damaged by fire. British seal fishing in Morning Sea. US vessels refrain. Cummings arrested in Chicago for pretenses. hospital funds allegedly raised. Ann Arbor riot as soldiers clash with protesters. Mitchell Furbanks murder husband and son. father arrested. possible mother’s prior death linked. Subpoena for Conway County clerk over Merrilltown election ballots issued in Little Rock. First such order in US.
In New Castoz November 13 the court heard a petition by prosecutor David McKinney Jr and defendants Shaffer Downing and Tate asking J R Gardner be appointed to conduct the Wallace bribery case rather than District Attorney Porter. The petition alleges grand jury neglect and office conflict, cites bribery claims, and notes anti McDowell sentiment. The petition was granted signaling a shift in the political divide.
Advertising pitches that emphasize buying directly from manufacturers to save money on men and boys clothing. Suits start at 12 dollars for men and 5 dollars for boys, with overcoats at 10 dollars for men and 5 dollars for boys. Calls readers to buy direct to avoid wasted costs and grow the manufacturer's business.
Advertises Duchess Lace Hikis and varied linens at A. G. Campbell & Sons 27 Fifth Ave and E J Lynch 438 440 Market. Mentions ladies undergarments, hosiery, shoes, and silk handkerchiefs from 47 Sixth Street. Includes wedding notices and obituaries with numerous names and addresses across Allegheny and Pittsburgh areas.
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