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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1892

Page

7

Shiras Impresses in Capital as Supreme Court Begins

Pennsylvanian justice Shiras, newly seated on the U S Supreme Court, earns early praise at the capital. The article recalls his first major Pittsburgh case Lonsdale's appeal and traces several justices’ early fees and cases, including Blatchford Field and Brewer, with anecdotes of early victories and career starts.

Wasumetos Supreme Court Svernage Sam Salsrice United States Supreme Court of Brackstone Pittsburg Pennsylvania Shiras Don Tdckieson Harrison Toa Ontelde Prac State Supreme Court Shirns England Lonsdale Benche Sturassara Justice of the Peace Pater Fuller Adadge Rever Gpid Augusta Melville W. Feller United States Ee Ganwee Blatchford al- Lu Bank of England Blatchford, Jr New York Sam" Blatchford Justice Field Washington Massachusetts New York City California Justice Brown Michigan Brewer Blatchford Albany Kansas City Leavenworth Pacific Justice Brewer Justice Harlan Blue Grass Frankfort Justice Gray Justice Lazar Secretary of the Interior of Cleveland Newton County Squire Lamar Dolliver Tom Downs Fsree Commonwealth Justice Lamar Don Dickinson

Seasonal Thanksgiving Week Clothing Bargains at P C C Clothiers

Read the interesting prices at P C C Clothiers corner Grant and Diamond Streets. Overcoats and suits priced at 5 or 6.50 each, including Irish frieze overcoats, beaver and Melton options, and fine dress pants. Large selection sizes, styles, and discounts offered. refunds of fare on sales in city limits.

Clothiers Grant and Diamond Streets Kereey and Melton Pr. Ct Grant Dismond

De Witt’s Little Early Risers Sold for Health Results

An ad notes De Witt’s Little Early Risers as a perfect remedy promising health and vitality. It mentions purchases at McWatts Co. 53 Fitton Avenue and touts a quick return to well being with the famous patent medicine.

LL McWatrr & Co Fitton Avenue de Witt

Death of the French musician who originated opera bouffe

The article notes Florimond Houger, known as Herve, originated opera bouffe with the Paris troupe Folies Concertantes in 1853 and later influenced Offenbach style in the United States. It covers his real name, professional alias, and the impact of his work on popular musical entertainments despite initial moral backlash.

M. Herve Offenbach Lecocq Plangette Herve Folies Concertantes Paris Bateman Fourteenth Street New York Prorimat Gothamites Harper's Weekly Bouffouneries Florimond Houger

Marriage and divorce plots in the Moroccan court

The article recounts the Cherif’s 16 year pledge to Emily Keene to marry and continue English education for their children while remaining Muslim. He later married a younger sacred-caste woman, sought a divorce from his English wife, paid little, traveled to Italy, and speculation rose about succession among his children as tensions grew.

Miss Keene John Drummond Hay Morocco Cherifer Italy Grand Cherif

Strange Deaths on Stage and Moorish Heir Hope in British Diplomacy

The article surveys dramatic deaths from cholera and onstage accidents among famous actors, noting last words and tragic outcomes. It also discusses British plans to confer succession on Emily Keene’s eldest son Molai Ali Ben Abdelsmalam el Wazani, highlighting his Oriental origin and potential national prosperity.

Molai Ali Ben Abdelsmalam el Wazani Emily Keene Mme. Morel Java Palmer Joseph Surface Liverpool Patterson Duke Cumming Jane Shore Maria Linley Bath Eng Fproserpine Montleury Mondory Bricourt Edmond Kean Covent Garden Theater Charles Peg Woffington Patalysis Julius Cesar Nessus Sweden Lengis

Poet Laureateship Debate Highlights Bailey as Leading Hope

The article argues for Philip James Bailey as England's top candidate for the vacant poet laureateship. It recalls his 1839 breakout Fame with Festus, his later works, and critics who praised and panned his career, noting a long gap since The Universal Hymn appeared in 1867.

England Philip James Bailey Bailey America Shakespeare Milton Goethe

National Encampment Favor Earnest Civic Support in Pittsburg

Citizens urged to back the National Encampment in Pittsburg with the Grand Army of the Republic. The county committee meets next Saturday to discuss securing the 184 meeting as Pittsburgh hosts a large event with strong Pennsylvania backing. Indianapolis preparations include fixed dates, vacant schools, hotel price pledges, and rail concessions amid a World’s Fair effect. Comrade A P Burchfield reports the encampment date set for September and a Tuesday parade preceding it. Governor Chase and Governor-elect Matthews attend a large reception as planners anticipate a major gathering.

Pittsburg Grand Army Council Chambers Department of Pennsylvania Keystone A. P. Burchfield National Council of Administration Indianapolis Trnst Eli Lilly Mat Executive Committee Chase Matthews Dera

Local Post 151 Dinner Delights Philadelphia Veterans in Southside

Department Commander Taylor missed a Tuesday arrival due to a missed connection but Post 151, Odd Fellows Hall, Southside, hosted a full reception. A campfire featured speeches by Sam P. Town Abraham Levering Lorrison Yahn Denniston Russell Barbour Slagle W. T. Powell L. T. McGrath and a Keystone Quartet performance.

Taylor Odd Fellows Hall Southside Sam P. Town Abraham Levering Lorrison and Yahn Philadelphia Denniston Russell J. K. Barbour Slagle W. T. Powell L. T. McGrath Keystone Messrs. Harris Pittfeld Finerty McClusky Lotus Club

Post Notes and Gatherings Among Pittsburgh Comrades

Comrade A. J. Pentecost of Post No 8 hosts an Allegheny home evening with the Ladies Auxiliary to mark Major Sich birthday. Nominations spread through Posts 155 163 215 490 151 with varied dates. Salem visitor Commape Exiiorr attends Post 157 while Post 206 plans a Thanksgiving dinner. Dr T R Boss speaks at Post 155 on medical science. Posts 157 83 41 report meetings and productions including Fall of Atlanta rehearsals at Alvin Theater and a Grand Army event with Ben Tolt drama at the post hall.

A. J. Pentecost Post No Post Ladies Perrysville Avenue Allegheny Pentecost Frommander Stewart Commape Exiiorr Salem Mass Post 206 T. R. Boss Post 157 Seree Commanpun T. J. Lavnet Comnades Gaay Wheeler Post 8 Campbell Wilkinsburg Guxenat J. B. Sweirazzr Turner Hall Butler Forty-seventh Street Post 41 W. W. Boland B. F. Moyer Tuene Comrander& T. Turner Post 83 Atlanta Alvin Theater United States Post4i W. H. Mooily W.R. C. No Grand Army

Coats and Vests Sale at ALLER Corner

On hand are 47 custom made coats and vests with suits costing 25 to 5 dollars. Pants are in regular stock. Coats and vests go for 15 dollars if they fit. Early comers secure the best selection at ALLER corner Smithfield and Diamond streets.

Aller Smithfield Diamond Streets

Among the Artists at Pittsburg Exhibitions

Mazorce Heraxt works on a large canvas for the World's Fair while D B Walkley’s donated piece sells well at the Southside Hospital fair. An English engraving show at Gillespie's. J Elmer Salisbury studies in Paris. Miss Jose Woodwart gains recognition with watercolors for a permanent Pittsburg gallery. The permanent Pittsburg artists gallery opens soon with free daily viewing except Sundays.

Mazorce Heraxt D. B. Walkley Southside Gillespie's Bryan Watt Allopeny Tuomas Smizios Clransi Paris Venice J. Elmer Salisbury Julian and Colaross Jose Woodwart J. R. Woodwell Walnut Street East End Pittsburg Asp J. L. France Nes Enrilds Loomis France Europe Kentucky Tone Lexington Borp Nevis Boyd & Co Woodstreet New York J.J. Ferris Boyd's Nerin Pittsburg Science and Art Society Fourth Street Penn Avenue Pohlemian Club Bussmano Fifth Avenue Charles Graham Major Montoch Gittings Roas Drum Geo Lagins George Hetzel James Hetzel Joseph R. Woodwell E. A. Poole LD. B. Walkley Charlies Graham de Wolfe Scan

Forced and true bargain sales lure holiday shoppers

Thanksgiving and Christmas sales at OC Sonorxece Sox promise money saving bargains to attract customers. A customer praised a forced bargain at 3750 that helped dispose of a china closet, noting strong value ahead of the Christmas rush. Visit the warerooms on Liberty Street to compare two lines and secure a deal.

Sonorxece & Sox Liberty Street Wood

Solomon and Ruben's Horse Goods Blanket Sale

Special blanket sale this week at Solomon and Ruben's featuring discounted prices. Storm blankets white or brown duck start at low figures, with jackets, robes, and furs offered in a wide range from goat wool to genuine seal, all priced to undercut competitors.

Horse Goods

Change of Time After Sunday Train Schedule

After Sunday November 20 train No 11 will leave at 11 15 am Cen tral time instead of 11 50 am The service lists arrivals at Youngstown 1 15 pm Buffalo 7 30 pm Train No 3 will run through to Beaver Falls Train No 38 will leave Beaver Falls at 2 20 pm and reach Pittsburgh at 5 pm Other trains run as before

Youngstown Buffalo R.u

Wonders From the Holy Laws Bazaar at Fenrzan’s Bros

Visit Férzans' Bazaar at 25 Sixth Street for Turkish and Oriental goods and a large stock of Christmas items. The store promises delight and value, inviting inspection before you buy elsewhere.

Férzans Sixth Street Fenrzan’s Bros

Portraits for the Holidays at Lies Portrait Studio

Cabinet photos priced at 150 per dozen with a panel picture included. Crayons available from 250 and up along with a large assortment of frames. Lies Portrait Studio located at 10 and 12 Sixth Street.

Lies Sixth Street

Rare Fur Cape Sale Highlights Various HighEnd Styles

Advertises scarce fur capes including 500 French Coney at 84.50, 250 Astrachan at 8.25, 300 Monkey Capes at 19.50, 40 Mink Capes at 37.50, and a new tight fitting Cape with vest effect, offered by sole dealers with broad selection and low prices compared to NYC markets.

New York City

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G. Coben Mr. Herve Duke of Manchester Consuela Yznaga Don Yznaga Cuba New Jersey Duke of Sutherland Blair Florida Duke of Machanoedh Lillie Warren Hammersley Atlantic Blenheim House Dunrobin Castle Blenheim Duchess of Marlborough Duchess of Sutherland Comrade Pentecost Post 163 Listell's Smitheld Street Solomon & Ruben Pittsburgh& Lake Erie R. BE Market Street Cash Laird’s Ball, Lage Congress W. M. Laird Wood Street Rick Bauder Blucher Ball
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