Strike Reporting Sparks Conflicting Statements Amid Lockout
Reporters found little cooperation at the meeting as members of the Amalgamated Association refused to speak. Thomas Crawford denied reports of a settlement and said no change in position. An older member claimed the dispute is a lockout with workers unlikely to regain their positions, while some expect many to seek old jobs at Carnegie Company mills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Crawford
Crawford
Amalgamated Association
Carnegie Company
Amshamated
Reform Association
Gilliford
Kennedy
Messia
Born
Einstein
Emrich
Fieding
Hannan
Ober
Schad
Wertheimer
Princeton
Duquesne Lsst
Old College
Beaver Falls Labor Unions Reject Boycott Call
Beaver Valley Trades Council delegates from about 40 lodges representing 3,500 workers condemn merchant demands to start mills. They debate a boycott against Beaver Falls merchants who petitioned Carnegie Company to resume operations, but conservatives prevail for now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaver Falls
Beaver Valley
Beaver Valley Trades Council
Board of Trade
Merchants’ Protective Association
Besver
Friends of
Sdes
Breakaway Amalgamated workers join Beaver Falls mills
Seven members of Honor Lodge left New Castle to work at Carnegie mills in Beaver Falls. They left from red mill and wire nail works, prompting denunciation by Amalgamated Association members. Additional departures expected tonight as union loyalty fractures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amalgamated Association
Beaver Falls
New Castle
Honor
Carnegie
Red
Neil
Amalgamated
Carnegie Mills
Non-Unionists Charged With Riot in Homestead
Deputy constable George Wahl filed suit before Alderman McMasters alleging John Crable and William Beverly, non union workers at the Homestead mill, took part in a disturbance last Sunday evening. Constable Joe Weber arrested them. they posted $2,000 bail each and were committed for a hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Wahl
Homestead
McMasters
John Crable
William Beverly
Joe Weber
Mammoth Steel Mill Nears Completion at McKeesport
Telegram reports the National Tube Works Company plant in McKeesport has foundations finished and superstructure begun. When finished the mill is expected to employ more men than any similar concern in the Monongahela Valley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKeesport
National Tube Works Company
Monongahela Valley
Homestead Strike Ties to Store Closures and Trial
A Braddock special reports Fisher and Co. clothing outlets in Homestead and Braddock closed by sheriff on executions totaling 6000 pounds, blamed on the Homestead strike. The first Homestead trial against Sylvester Critchlow is set to begin this morning with twelve attorneys, seven for the defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homestead
Braddock
Fisher & Co
Sheriffon
Sylvester Critchlow
Frank Garvin
Trial Captures Widespread Public Interest
The proceedings draw strong attention from the public, with great interest in the case and the ongoing prosecution.
Lawrenceville Strikers Stand Firm Amid Homestead Reports
Lawrenceville mills workers met with earnest resolve to hold firm in the strike. Union Mill sympathizers were urged to stay united as Homestead rumors of a break were discussed and rejected. The meeting emphasized backing the current stance regardless of others returning to work or prolonging the stoppage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrenceville
Homestead
Union Mill
Excitement at Franks Town as mill workers fire upon yard
Colored millworkers in Franks Town fired several shots after stones struck the mill. A crowd rushed the yard and the workers fired indiscriminately across the mill yard. Lieutenant O'Brien and Officer Rogan restored order as a large crowd gathered outside the works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankstown
Will Yard
O'Brien
Rogan
City Council Debates Bond Irregularities and Four Year Heads
Allegheny council members clash over irregular engine house bids and bonds nullifying lower offers. Debate on elevating department heads to four year terms passes after citizen reform group objections and a compromise plan to craft a city wide street plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knox
Mr. Knox
Eleventh Ward
Gerwig
Messra Dunn
Paulin
Milliard
Lewis
Rudolph
Sherman Avenue
Parke
Patton
Mercer
Committee On Public Works
Chief of Public Works
Bothwell
Armstrong
Department of Public Works
Wertheim
Allegheny
Citizens' Reform Association Aba
Two Runaway Boys Detained by Allegheny Police
Willie Wilson from Sewickley and Willie Abbey of Millvale, both about eight, wandered streets and were taken by Allegheny police to the Anti-Cruelty Society. Wilson rode a wagon to return home, while Abbey, a repeat runaway, was placed in an officer’s care after pleading to go home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Wilson
Willie Abbey
Allegheny Police
Anti-Cruelty Society
Wilson
Sewickley
Millvale
Emms Abbey
Spring Garden Avenue
Allegeny General Hospital
Dorente
Morganza
The Money in His Pocket
Henry Haney of 92 Robinson Street Allegheny was arrested by Detectives Johnson and Aiken for robbing Michael Harper of $51. Harper, Jenkins, and Haney had been drinking at a Federal Street saloon. Harper slept as Haney allegedly took money from his pockets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Haney
Robinson Street
Allegheny
Johnson and Aiken
Central Station
Michael Harper
Sir Haney
Harper
Jenkins
Federal Street
Haney
Muth
Local Society Delegation Travels East for Yale Harvard Princeton Games
Local society members travel in two special cars to Springfield for the Yale versus Harvard game tomorrow. The group includes the Darlingtons the Byers family the Painters the Sewells the Moor heads and other society people. After the game they stay in New York for the Yale Princeton Thanksgiving Day contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yale
Harvard
Princeton
Springfield
Darlingtons
Byers Family
Sewells
Moorheads
Sproulls
Miss Zane
Dilworths
Louchlins
Paul Hacke
O. P. Thompson
Central Traction Plans to Annul Duquesne Contract
A special Central Traction Company meeting is called to vote on annulling the contract giving Duquesne the right to use Central's tracks west of Grant street. The move stems from the defeat of Central's ordinance seeking an East End terminus. George Whitmer, recently back from Europe, is credited with the new scheme as courts may be asked to declare the contract void.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Traction Company
Duquesne Company
Central
Grant Street
Central Company
George 1 Whitmer
Europe
Knoxville Doctor Registers for Malt at Central
Dr Frank Young of Knoxville Tenn is registered at the Central. He came to buy malt. Public sentiment opposes hiring convict labor. the Tennessee Coal and Iron contract expires in eight months and the company has virtually thrown up the bargain. Governor Buchannan is accused of straddling the Alliance and the Democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Young
Knoxville
Cigar Store Robbery Leads to Quick Arrests in Allegheny
Christopher Detzel of the Fourteenth Ward reports a Wednesday night burglary at his cigar store. City Detective Restoies investigates and quickly captures two young suspects with respectable parental restitution. The case is dropped after the boys' parents compensate the loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christopher Detzel
New Fourteenth Ward
Allegheny
Restoies
Fortieth Annual Meet of Scottish Rite Masons Closes
The fortieth annual Scottish Rite meet closed at the Masonic Temple on Fifth Avenue with a banquet. About 500 members attended and heard addresses from prominent Masons nationwide. James Kerr Jr. served as toastmaster. Degrees up to the 33rd were conferred on about 100 candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic Temple
Fifth Avenue
James Kerr, Jr
Lake Erie bridge near Mahoning River to open next month
Completion of the Mahoning River bridge on the Lake Erie line moves the double track from Pittsburg to Youngstown closer to completion. Once finished, the second track can be laid, completing the bridge section and advancing rail service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mahoning
Lake Erie
Mahoning River
Pittsburg
Youngstown
Oliver Kelly Murder Case Sparks Willow Grove Train Scene
Coroner’s Clerk Grant Miller solved Oliver Kelly’s death from a stab at Willow Grove after a November 6 speak easy fight. John Killian is in custody as accessory. Wesley Herrington is sought as the likely assailant after Killian testified. Killian’s sweetheart caused a scene at Willow Grove station as authorities pursue Herrington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Miller
Willow Grove
Oliver Kelly
Kelly
Wesley Herrington
John Killian
Killian
Mia Forshay
Herrington
Lee Hancock
Pittsburg
D, Lutz & Sons
Poison Evidence in Gamble Weir Case Reported
Prof Hugo Blanck finished analysis of Gamble Weir stomach and found arsenic as chief poison. Evidence suggests doses were administered over time. Report to District Attorney Burleigh. attorney Moore assisting. Public attention also on larceny case involving Mrs Marsh and James McIntosh in court Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Blanck
Gamble Weir
Hugo Blanck
Burleigh
W. D. Moore
Weir
Marsh
James McIntosh
Tottenville
Staten Island
Fehl
East End Theatre Project Planned at Penn and Negley
Manager E. D. Wilt of the Grand Opera House buys a 160 by 150 foot plot at Negley and Penn avenues for a stone theater with side driveways and a large arch entry. Architects work on plans and the building aims to be the citys largest with modern comforts and ample fire exits for East End patrons ready for the next season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. D. Wilt
Grand Opera House
Negly
Penn Avenues
East End
Colonel Cuyler studies smoke impact on Schenley Park vegetation
Colonel John Y. Cuyler, Schenley Park engineer, investigates the effect of coal smoke on grass and trees. He notes sulphurous gases from bituminous coal harm plant growth and desires Parkland and surrounding suburban areas to blossom like a rose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Y. Cuyler
Schenley Park
Cuyler
Ebenley Park
Pianos Sold for Christmas Gifts at Kleber & Bro
Three Steinways three Conovers and four others were sold by B. Kleber & Bro., 600 Wood Street, in recent days. Buyers seek top quality and safety, trusting the dealer to provide instruments that fit each buyer, with an eight year warranty and easy terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Kleber & Bro
Wood Street
Sipe
Kieber & Bro
Chery
Messrs
Hieber
Kiebers
Day Sale of 1000 Men’s Overcoats at 90 Cents
Lot of 1,000 assorted men's overcoats offered at 90 cents each, sizes from lightweight to heavy and in fabrics like kersey meshed with silk faces. Clothiers at corner Grant and Diamond streets advertise the bargain worth $20. Oculist service at 600 Liberty Street near Espy’s drug store available evenings midweek.
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Grant and
Diamond Streets
Liberty Street
Espy
J Dwyer's Offer On Imported Dress Goods
Advertising notice for cash or credit on fine imported dress goods and winter jackets at J Dwyer's 701 Smithfield Room 4 McCance blocks. Open every evening as stated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Dwyer
Smitifield
McCance Blocs
Take Your Pick of Any Suitor Overcoat at P. C Co Clothiers
An old advertisement notes dyeing by Chas Pfeffer for 25 years and lists multiple street addresses including 434 Smithfeld Street 369 100 Federal Street Alleheny 1913 Carson Street Southside Take Your Pick of any suitor overcoat in our entire grand stock for 16 dollars Friday and Saturday at P C Co Clothiers Corner Grant and Diamond Streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant and
Diamond Streets
Chas, Pfeffer
Tel
Smithfeld Street
Federal Street
Alleheny
Carson Street
Southside
P. C. Co
Clothiers
Laymen's Bureau Plans First Annual Meeting in Allegheny
The Lay Men's Bureau of the M. P. Church in the Pittsburg conference organized a year ago to plant new churches and support evangelistic work. A first annual meeting is set for December 5 at 7 30 P M in First M P Church Allegheny with reports by H J Heinz Rev G C Sheppard and Stephen W H Gladden and impromptu addresses by prominent laymen and ministers. pastors Sunday school superintendents and Y P C E presidents are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. P
H. J. Heinz
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Bureau
G. C. Sheppard
Stev. W. H. Gladden
Booming a Western City in Colonel Andrews View
Colonel James P. Andrews returned from Denver impressed by its growth and boom imagery. He compared Denver to Chicago and warned other Illinois towns cannot match its start. He mocked sensational circulars and urged imagining growth since 1850 to explain Denver’s rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James P. Andrews
Denver
Colorado
Chicago
New York
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Center Avenue Improvement Assessment Progress Now Delayed
The Center Avenue improvement assessment remains unpaid as 80 000 of 272 511 49 total has been paid. The City Treasurer has held funds for 30 days and the City Attorney is to file liens if the balance is not settled within six months from October 8.
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Center Avenue
Hugus and Bagke Household Linens Sale
Values offered this week for housekeepers include Huck Towels extra size and pure linen priced at 12 1 2c 18c 20c and 25c each. Extra fine knotted fringe Damask Towels all white with colored borders 25c each. Double Damask Napkins all linen 1 1 2 1 50 per dozen. Table Linen full bleach wide width 75c 85c and 1 a yd. Hand-worked Bureau Scarfs Side board Covers Tray Cloths Center Pieces and more.
Prices On them that will close out effectually every garment
Sale notes deep reductions on numerous garments urging early morning arrivals to beat the rush and secure the best selection and value. The ad lists items available for immediate purchase with emphasis on extensive price cuts.
Auction Sale of Newmarkets and Ulsters At Ridiculously Low Prices
Lot 1 offers four styles of Newmarkets in wool cheviots and blacks with former prices up to 3. Lot 2 includes Ulsters and all wool cheviots diagonals English plaids and mixtures in blacks browns and varied colors with former prices 42 16 and 13. Lot 3 features Ulsters and Newmarkets in diagonals cheviots and fabrics in black rich mixtures with former prices 15 to 25. Imported carriage wraps in silk materials fur trimmed plan to sell for 25, a drastic drop from 150 to 225.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newmarkets
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Common Council
Seventh Ward
Simon
Klinkey & Co
Arthur Kennedy
Mr. Einstein
Citizens’ Reform Association
Noos
Lowe
Lindeau
Departments of
Public Works, Public Safety and Charities
Finance Committee
Pleasant Valley
Manchester
Wicewee
Elphinstone
Fielding
Wae
The
Duquesne
Allegheny Cigar
Masons of High Degree
Foison
the Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania
Carnegie Free Library
W. J. Gray
Penn and
Negley Avenues
Bmoke and
Caoyler
Latimer's
HP. Roberts & Som
Laymen’s Bureau
Penn Ave
Gleak
Colonel Andrews
Hugus & Bagke
Coa
Fifth Ave. and
Market ST
Uwrant
Congress
Cork Sale
Blucher
G. D. Simen’s
Ohio ST
Allegheny, PA
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Fifth Ave
Princess Dolgoruki
JOS. Horne & CO
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