Explosion at Spang's Steel Works Kills Two, Injures Five
An explosion at Spang's Steel and Iron Works yesterday afternoon caused by wet clay on the bottom plate sent liquid steel into a shower that fatally injures two men and burns five others. Vivid scenes of distress followed as doctors and neighbors aided the injured and a mill-wide inquiry blamed improper drying of fire clay and excessive gas in the mold. A relief subscription was announced for the affected workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spang
Jon
Ava
Pitman
James Gat
Rhine
Grant
Etna
Bessemer
Steel and Iron Com
Dr McClelland’s Desk Rifled by Two Strangers
Two well dressed men visited Dr J H McClelland’s office at 411 Penn Avenue claiming to be friends and waited while one asked for a chair. They later vanished after rifling the doctor’s desk and taking between £90 and $100, despite a telegraph option waiter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drs. McClelland
Penn Avenue
J. H. McClelland
Sean Aoe Eenen
Detective Squire Boyle Quells Downtown Burglary Ring
At about 1 a m Thursday detectives including Squire Boyle found Charles Gallagher attempting to escape through a coal hole after raiding a liquor store at the corner of Hickory alley and Western avenue. Thomas Flender was discovered beneath a pile of goods and held with Gallagher for a hearing at Central station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire Boyle
Hickory Alley
Western Avenue
Py Dour Neak
Washington
Thomas Flender
Central Station
Debt to pay for Echols defense prompts Wesleyan A. entertainment
Colored supporters who aided in John Weldell's murder trial defense in South Carolina still owe about $400 for Col Echols services. With funds lacking, Weldell's friends plan an entertainment at the Wesleyan A. venue to raise the remaining amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Yeldell
South Carolina
Colonel Echols
Weldell
Wesleyan A
Brice in town predicts Reed for Speaker and tariff clash ahead
Calvin Brice of Ohio former DNC chair passes through on way to Washington and says Reed of Maine is likely to win the Speakership with McKinley as only strong tariff advocate. He cites Ohio victory and Democratic unity, warns Republicans must reassess tariff policy amid Louisiana and sugar free list disputes. General Brown of Washington remarks on Harrison policies and Corean mutiny handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tariff McHisley
Calvin
Ohio
McKinley
Reed
Maine
Burroughs
Michigan
Chicago
Louisiana
Campbell
Republi
W. 8. Brown
Washington
Repubican
Harrison
Capitol
Bisine
Russell
State Department
POSTMASTER LARKIN PLANS FOR RAILWAY MAIL REFORM
J Lowrie Bell and A Burt visited Postmaster Larkin in Cincinnati to discuss directing East mails to Pittsburgh in batches for carrier districts. The change would ease sorting at the local office by avoiding bulk arrivals. Bell planned a broader tour of railway mail routes, with decisions pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Lowrie Bell
Washington
Railway
A. Bort
Cincinnati
Larkin
Pittsburg
Messrs
Bell
Burt
Kansas City
Rumor of Vestry Plan Sparks Trinity Parish Turmoil
A DisPatch visit with Rev. Samuel Maxwell reveals no vestry escalation. He denies being pressured to resign and states he would have nominated Mr Shoenberger if eligible, while hinting at a long dispute over rector and parish leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Maxwell
Trinity Parish
Maxwell
Enberger
Shoenberger
Sheen
Sewickley Dairy to Consider Oil Venture at Hotel Meeting
The Sewickley Dairy Company met at the St Charles Hotel to discuss entering oil and gas development on its Sewickley valley land. Two wells are active, with tests and re drilling expected in ten days, while the dairy business would continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewickley Dairy Company
St Charles
Sewickley Valley
Kidd Fleming
River Craft Traffic and an Accident on the Ohio
The W N Chancellor under Captain E P Chancellor departed for Cincinnati yesterday afternoon carrying a heavy load. The Scotia brought in the night. The Rainbow with Captain Chris Young left Cincinnati for Pittsburg last evening. The Iron Duke plans a Mississippi bound departure tomorrow morning with a large steel rail tow from Braddock. The steamboat Tom Lysle burned a boiler nest in Cincinnati on Wednesday, delaying Captain Addison Lysle who was en route home from Louisville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. N. Chancellor
E. P. Chancellor
Cincinnati
Scotia
Rainbow
Chris Young
Pittsburg
Iron Duke
Asee
Mississip
River Points
Braddock
Tom Lysle
Addison Lysle
Louisville
Notable Officials and Travelers Mentioned in City Notes
The city column records John Widriam assistant supervising architect in Lao city, and his link to James H. Windrim. General Sam Hazlett of Washington Pa visited the Monongahela House yesterday. George von Bornhorst went to Philadelphia last night. James P. Witherow departed for New York, and Major E A Montooth went East last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Widriam
Lao City
Widriam
James H. Windrimn
Sam Hazlett
Washington, Pa
Waa
Mongahela House
George von Bornhorst
Philadelphia
James P. Witherow
New York
E. A. Montooth
How to Abolish Poverty Lecture by Rev McGlynn
Rev Dr Edward McGlynn spoke at Braddock Opera House on abolishing poverty aligning with Henry George ideas. He argued labor as divine duty and that land rents should accrue to the community, proposing taxation to force idle millionaires to work and boost employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward McGlynn
St. Stephen's Catholic Church
New York
Henry George
Braddock Opera House
I. N. W. Irvine
Protestant Episcopal Church
Creer
Irvine
Jomon
Goa
Tan
McGlynn
Durr Plans Market Street Hotel Expansion
J K Durr moves to establish a hotel at 400 Market Street with adjoining lot from the Schenley estate for 55000 dollars. A five story building will include two storefronts on Market and a corner cigar shop on Fourth Avenue with a restaurant next door and a rear bar. The hotel will house 150 rooms and operate under Green’s Hotel standards. Improvement costs set at 30000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Market Street
J. K. Durr
Yeing
Schenley
John Stroup
Fourth Avenue
Govern Green
Philadelphia
Durr
Fifth Avenue
Guakys
Splane
Pennsylvania
What can be done with him inspector faces aging vagrant
Inspector McAleese grapples with William Kunzer a 77 year old man repeatedly arrested for drunkenness. Officials admit the elderly man is unwanted and difficult to place and ponder humane options to keep him without troubling the police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inspector McAleese
William Kunzer
Kunzer
Thelevine
Death of Patrick Reynolds Follows Mental Decline
Postmortem held on Patrick Reynolds who died from injuries after leaping from a window at his home on 401 Carson Street. Coroner McDowell ordered the examination due to hospital physician and authorities disagreeing on illness. Dr J B Grimes claimed malaria and indigestion. hospital officials cited typhoid fever. An inquest will proceed to disclose postmortem findings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick Reynolds
Homeopathic Hospital
Carson Strees
McDowell
Reynolds
J. B. Grimes
Southside
Tal
Sonny
Injury sidelines mayoral candidate Gourley after rail accident
H I Gourley suffered severe sinew injuries crossing a freight train on Allegheny Valley tracks Wednesday evening. Despite no bones breaking, he may remain at home for over a month, hindering his mayoral campaign. Friends express sympathy amid the contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. I. Gourley
Allegheny Valley Road
Gourley
First Meeting of Allegheny County Christian Endeavor
The Allegheny county local union of the Christian Endeavor for young people held its first public meeting at Second Presbyterian Church. The program included choir singing and several addresses. Dr. H. B. Grose spoke on The Local Union of Allegheny County, Rev. F. E. Clark of Boston delivered For Christ and the Church, with additional remarks by Dr. J. R. Sunderland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny County Christian Endeavor Union
Allegheny County
Young People's Societies of Christian Endeavor
Second Presbyterian Church
H. B. Grose
F. E. Clark
Boston
First Christian Endeavor Society
Church
J. R. Sunderland
Chicago Northwestern and Union Pacific Railways Schedule
The joint line offers improved passenger service with the limited fast mail Chicago to Portland in 48 hours, and the overland express Chicago to Portland in four days. The Denver limited runs Chicago to Denver in 38 hours, all using sleeping cars and coaches. For full details contact agents in Chicago or Omaha.
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Chicago and Northwestern
Union Pacific Railways
Limied Fast Mail
Chicago
Portland
San Francisco
Overland Express
Denver Limited
Chidail
Denver
Union Pacars
Lim Fast Mail
Chicago Northwestern
E. P. Wilsos
Sers Srw
P. A
U.P
B’y
Omaha
Neb
Lyon's First Victim Ford Must Face Resulting Suit
Assistant District Attorney Alcorn concluded indictments in the Jeannette labor importation case and will file suits today against James Campbell, William Slicker, and others for alien contract labor law violations. District Attorney Lyon cited an Attorney General letter favoring a single suit approach and outlined procedural steps before a United States Circuit Court commissioner. The test case targets Ford to gauge evidence for pursuing all related actions.
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Alcorn
Jeannette
Chambers & McKee
James Campbell
William Slicker
Lyon
Dispatch
Charles
Ford
Bernard Gaffney
Sunderland
England
United States Circuit Court
McCandless
United
Gaffney
Slicker
Campbell
Chambers & McKeee
Conspiracy suit involving Powderly Byrne Wise discussed in Scottdale
Telegram from Scottdale details a libel and conspiracy suit against T W Powderly Hon Edward Powderly Hon J R Byrne and Peter Wise. Witnesses allege political retaliation and a store boycott tied to a failing business, with claims of planned press and personal vendetta.
Miners Facing Starvation Spark Brazil Indiana Meeting
A mass meeting of Brazil Indiana miners is planned for this evening amid reports of possible return to work at operators rates though organizers say no vote has occurred. The piece notes severe conditions and dwindling support as miners near starvation. Also mentions L A 4907 K of L salesmen event at the Cyclorama with Gettysburg battle exhibit continuing into the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazil
Ind
L. A
K. of L
Heny
Gettysburg
Bottle Prices Advance After Flint Material Rise
Thomas Wightman, known glass maker and Western Flint Bottle Association vice president, returned from Cincinnati where the group met. They advanced prices on flint bottles and vials, with new quotations to replace withdrawn ones due to higher raw material costs. Pittsburgh attendees included Joseph S. Hamilton and reps from Tibley Bros. and McCully & Co., whose orders could not be filled for two months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Wightman
Western Flint Bottle Association
Cincinnati
No New Industry Seeks Foreign Labor for Pittsburg Plate Glass
A Washington telegram reports Edward Ford of the Pittsburg Plate Glass Company asked the Treasury about importing 50 skilled laborers to operate a new plant. An acting official replied the alien contract labor law is absolute and must be enforced, noting plate glass has been made in the county for over 20 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Edward Ford
Pittsburg Plate Glass Company
Treasury Department
Eight-Hour Mass Meeting Called by Central Labor Union
The Central Labor Union and German Trades Assembly announce an eight hour mass meeting Sunday afternoon at Sm ee Hall. Secretary William Dillon of the Federation of Labor and John Ehman of the Teamsters will address the gathering. Teamsters Assembly No. 1577 issued the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Labor Union
German Trades Assembly
Smee Hall
Secetley William Dillon Organier
Federation of Labor
John Ehman
Arbitration of weekly advance granted to multiple firms
Last night the 13 a week advance was granted and was being offered by Arbuckles and Co., T. Jenkins Worth and Dewhurst, and the H. J. Heinz Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arbuckles & Co
T. ©. Jenkinsworth & Dewhurst
H. J. Heinz Company
Amalgamation Ballot Planned for Molders Councils
Three molders organizations prepare a ballot to unify under a single order. Committees meet at the Knights of Labor Hall to discuss measures for consolidation. The vote aims to absorb the two rival bodies, with voting likelihood favoring unified control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Labor Hall
Ato
Rev Hays Not Called By McClure Avenue Church
Rev L N Hays resignation as pastor of Central Presbyterian Allegheny has been accepted He denies a call from McClure Avenue Presbyterian Church He stated that church is not among the offers and he cannot accept a call until pastoral relations are dissolved The Presbytery will meet December to decide the resignation and possible dissolution of relation This may take effect immediately or at year end and then he can seek a call
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L N. Hays
Central Presbyterian Church
Allegheny
McClure Avenue Presbyterian Church
Hays
DisPparon
McClure Avenue
Public Works Committee Meets After Three Months
The Public Works Committee resumed sessions after three months, approving numerous ordinances. Plans included paving and opening streets in the East End, a sewer from Colwellnde to Dinwiddie streets referred to the City Engineer, and repairs for Morningside Avenue and Butler Street directed to the Department of Public Works Chief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Works Committee
Anit Hall
Basiioes
East End
Colwell
Nde
Dinwiddie
Morningside Avenue
Butler Street
Department of Public Works
Greer’s China Store Promotes Wide Selection at 622 Penn Ave
Greer’s China Store at 622 Penn Ave advertises a broad range of china and bric-a-brac from leading foreign and domestic factories. The notice claims consistent quality and quantity, inviting customers to browse or purchase year round. It lists various well known makes and emphasizes competitive pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorby
Pointes
Brownfield
Mlaren
Moore's
Gilden, Brown, Westhead
Moore & Co
Greer's
Penn Ave
W. P. Greer
Librarysburg
Greer
Guitars and mandolins offered at low prices
A local ad by H. Eleber & Bro. at 506 Wood street promotes guitars, mandolins, banjos, violins, cornets, and other musical instruments with a wide range of prices. It notes sheet music at half price and highlights a large on hand assortment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebedeneus
H. Eleber & Bro
Wood Street
Everybody Boys Instruments For Sale
Faded advertisement lists used pianos organs and uprights with prices and descriptions. It claims strong bargaining against dealers and gives a telephone contact at Telephone Building 123 Sendacky Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aeseel
Gee Oon Rey Eee
Sendacky St
Death by Own Action in Allegheny Telegraph Operator
P Hill, a 46 year old telegraph operator stationed at the Central Hotel in Allegheny, shot himself in a second floor room at No 30 North Diamond street around 5 am. A morphine and liquor habit, long illness, and recent quarrel at the hotel saloon are noted as contributing factors. An inquest is to be held.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Hill
Central Hotel
Allegheny
Hill
Chares Hock
Barkeepe
Frank See
Hen Hill
McCoyeeper
North Diamond Street
Legality Fumbles Mark Smith Murder Trial Address
Proceedings in the Smith murder trial reveal chaotic courtroom moments as District Attorney Porter appeals to the jury while Thomas M Marshall reenters, General Blakely sits nearby, and Mr Sassball moves toward the jury, creating tension and confusion.
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Userment
Porter
Thomas M. Marshall
General Blakely
White
Mr. Sassball
Tube City Council Organised By 8 V C Stephen Collins
The Tube City Council No 378 Jr C C A M was formed at McKeesport last night by 8 V C Stephen Collins with aid from McKeesport Council No 100. Leading locals from diverse professions joined the new body including John Vv. C., W. Gray, E. Hamilton, Taylor Stewart and others. The council begins its work with a strong roster of notable members.
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Tube City Council
Jr.c.c. A. M
McKeesport
V. C
Stephen Collins
Tube City
A. BE
Taylor Stewart
L. P
L&g
BE. Fee
Fa Shaner
G. W. Montgostry
J. L. Stewart
East End horses spared as pinkeye rumors spread
Officials deny pinkeye outbreak among local horses with owners in the East End reporting no cases. An accident at Mec Keenport involved Mrs. E F Mains who was struck by a train at Walnut street crossing, resulting in an amputation of her left leg. A beer ad appears at the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warmecastle
Poun
E. F. Mains
Yender
Walnut Street
All-America's Feast Day Popular in Thanksgiving
A quirky note on Thanksgiving customs with playful lines about fruit cake plum padding and attire. The piece mentions plum acetate from the puseik Lesa and urges ordering through grocers.
Brokaw Bros. Clothing Sold Exclusively by A L Sailor
Fragmentary notice references a tailor made clothing line from Brokaw Bros sold exclusively by A L Sailor located at Sixth and Liberty streets. Text is garbled but implies a domain of clothing sales and a specific vendor arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brokaw Bros
A. L. Sailor
Sixth
Liberty Streets
Hauch's Jewelry Promotes Watches and Diamonds
The ad states Hauch's Jewelry Store at 295 Fifth Ave offers diamonds watches and fine jewelry with a new line of initial silk at 75e. It notes an established history dating back to 1353 and mentions Jos Honwe & Co. as associated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hauch’s Jewelry Store
Fifth Ave
Wrs
Jos
Honwe & Co
Marvin's rifle nuts tempt tastemakers nationwide
Have You Tried Them Marvin's famous rifle nuts are praised as the market's tastiest morsels with grocers selling them and widespread approval. The note also endorses fashion furs and capes from MUFS B. & B. in Capes and a whisky brand Kieio's Silver Jet Age rye at a dollar fifty per full quart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin
Kieio
President Young Addresses Corporal Punishment Debate
A report on the Allegheny Centre board and President Young weighing ideas on school discipline amid recent controversy over a teacher named Kemp. He avoids endorsing punishment merits, noting the Kemp case is before him and emphasizes concern for how teachers handle pupil behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young
Allegheny Board of Centre
Kemp
Trans-River
Pittsburg Alumni Meet of W. and J. College Committee
The Executive Committee of the Pittsburg Alumni Association of W. and J. College convened yesterday afternoon in the office of Mr. A. MeaCtlung. Members present included John W. Chalfant, Charles J. Clarke, Johan H. Ham, and Thomas Ewing, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Alumni Association of
W. and J. College
5. A. MeaCtlung
John W. Chalfant
Charles J. Clarke
Johan H. Ham Thomas Ewing
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Spang’s Steel Works
DR. M'Clelland
Col. Echols
Welden
Brice IN
U. S&s
Pitteberg
River Matters
Father Hickey
Christ
Uae
Israel
Leann Nt
Southalder
MR. H. I. Gourley
Chicago, Union Pacifico and Northwestern Line
Overland Flyers
Uncle Bam
Mr. Callaghan
Pow
Derly
Byrne
Wine
Scottdale
Edwardee
T. W. Powderly
John R. Byrne
Peter Wise
Callaghan
J.2
Workman Powderly
Laver
Powderly
Petar Wise
Iise
Wise
Indiana
Teamsters
Teamsters Assembly
Rev. LN. Hays
the Public Works Committee Meats
Haviland
Doulton
Worcester
Gusky
Smithfield St
Solomon
Mr. Marchal Pekce Fes
W. D. Porter
Mec Keenport
DR. C. McLane
Fennix Bomaeiar Cubiachette
Louis
THE
Pennsylvania Storage CO
O'snags Water ST
Nol
Wren
Bones & Bunn
Kenderick
Minton’s
CHINA
French, Kendrick & CO
Smithfield Street
City Hall
China Store
Jos. Horne
Portazuns
Custom House
J. H. Buckingham & Co
London
Horne & CO
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