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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1892
Page
12
Pittsburgh Republican leaders clash over retiring Controller Morrow and Mayor Gourley plans. Magee Flinn and Chief Brown press a single convention to nominate Mayor Controller and City Treasurer candidates. Efforts to split into two conventions fail amid bargaining and political maneuvering.
The convention continued under former rules not the Baker ballot law which governs general elections, and the gathering adjourned once business concluded.
Controller Morrow announces he will not seek re election citing domestic reasons. Mayor Gourley considers running if public support favors a citizens ticket with strong local backing. Beinhauer regarded unlikely as mayoral candidate. Assistant City Controller Davis discussed as possible controller nominee.
The Allegheny county delegation to the next Legislature met yesterday and unanimously decided to support Martin Lafferty of the East End for Speaker of the House. They also agreed to vote as a bloc for Charles E. Voorhees for Chief Clerk and to back Rex as Recording Clerk, replacing Harry Huhn. Lafferty, with 12 years in the House, will be the longest-serving member when the session opens.
Attorney Burleigh denies dropping cases and vows to prosecute every Homesteader indicted. Erwin's prospects for argument in the Critchlow case rise after last verdict and nearby conferences signal more defense advisory roles if other trials proceed.
Judge J Norman Martin of New Castle Ontario is named as candidate for U S District Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania John C Bane a young Democratic leader of Washington county is also announced as a candidate The Pittsburg Democrats back Assistant District Attorney Fagan Indiana Democrats report Republicans distressed over Cleveland election but post offices in the county remain under Republican control Secretary Foster asked George W Miller about Internal Revenue Collector appointment Miller plans to go to Washington and is said to accept if offered
George A. Macbeth, a glass maker, returned from the East and stated he has as much confidence in Cleveland as Lincoln. He stated he does not believe Cleveland has made any agreement or promise to the Tammany Democrats.
Burgess Mc Luckie and Hugh Ross, both wanted in Pittsburg on treason conspiracy and murder charges, are confident of acquittal. They met in Youngstown with counsel W S Andrews and will surrender to authorities for trial tomorrow. The Dispatch notes advertise for animation at one cent a word.
James Krislin is the Second ward constable candidate seeking reelection while Joseph Weber, deputy constable in Alderman McMasters' office, declares his bid for the Second ward constable seat in Allegheny.
General Guthrie former Adjutant General P N Guthrie was announced as a candidate for Pension Agent under President Cleveland. He says he will not circulate a petition asking for the price.
Mrs Fitzgerald wife of detective de B M Havya found a pocketbook containing money and visiting cards at a Smithfield street shop last night and gave it to her husband who left it at police headquarters. Cards bore the name Miss McMillin as the owner.
George Conomas faced a hearing before Alderman McMastera on a fraud charge filed by Michael Notara. They formerly co owned a candy store at 232 Fifth Avenue, dissolved their partnership, and Notara says Conomas sold store furnishings for 250 dollars and kept the proceeds. Bail set at an amount left unspecified.
Chief Engineer Humphreys of the Bureau of Fire reports last month had 49 regular alarms and 23 still alarms. Hose usage reached 18 424 feet with 10 sections bursted. Engine pressure peaked at 250 pounds and 110 pounds from a plug. The record includes nine men overcome by smoke at 147 First Avenue. No loss estimate provided.
If you desire to rent a good room or find a nice boarding house consult the Rooms To Let and Boarders Wanted columns on the tenth page. Some of the best houses in the city are represented.
Philip Schultz hosted a wine supper for Penn avenue saloon patrol wagon company No 3 last night. The event included Inspector MceKelve and Captains Dennison and Waggoner among other police officials who attended and praised the company for its recent inspection victory.
Andy Miller of Spring Garden Avenue Allegheny was killed in a collision with a Duquesne car yesterday. The vehicle struck Miller as he drove into the path of the car and the horse accompanying him was badly hurt.
Edward Caruthers of West Newton a former B and O baggage master faced a serious charge from a three year old information. After fleeing arrest in Hazelwood and Wheeling he lived in Canada until returning for bail and jail. He suffered delirium tremens in county jail but was expected to recover. the accuser has since married.
Thanksgiving dinners at local hotels featured venison wild duck turkey quail pheasants prairie chickens and ham and eggs. The Rat Hotel and the Anderson Mononghela House and St Charles offered lavish menus likely to satisfy gourmands. An ancient king’s tale of oysters was recalled as many patrons enjoyed abundant feasts in Pittsburgh hotels.
Jobo Gayria from Homestead provoked a quarrel on South Twelfth street by bragging he was a scab. He kicked crates in front of a grocery and entered a saloon where a crowd formed. William Parker offered to fight. Officer Smith then detained both men at the Twenty eighth ward police station for a morning hearing.
A Buell of Washington, steel inspector for Cramp & Sons, visits the Duquesne plant to review progress by the Carnegie Company. He notes that the armored cruiser New York and the protected cruiser Columbus near launch, while Cramp’s yard works on cruiser No. 13 and two battleships. Buell, a Democrat, hopes Whitney becomes Navy Secretary but doubts Cleveland’s aide will accept.
Peter Kilean a 30 year old German baker from Turtle Creek disappeared after leaving for a journeymen bakers meeting in Allegheny last Saturday. He carried about $500 and had paid $300 on his shop recently bought there. His brother reports the case and fears foul play.
Mary Potter, 70, was struck by Birmingham Car No. 30 on Carson Street near Twenty-third Street. She could not escape due to frailty and was bruised but expected to recover. The patrol took her to her home at 1811 Foxey. The coroner also examined Thomas Garvey, killed Friday by an electric car, ruled accidental with the motorman exonerated.
Mr. Charles Taylor leaves the Presbyterian Banner after 90 years in the business office to start McGill & Taylor at Third and Market streets. He has many friends and expects success in the new venture.
Klebers Pianos advertises Christmas sale at 506 Wood Street and 606 Wood Street offering Steinways Conovers and Operas. Buyers are urged to visit for pianos and organs with savings.
Solomon and Ruben announce a sale of exclusive novelty dhen's kilts and overcoats with designs all their own. The assortment ranges from 28 up to a price stated. pianos by Kranich and Bach Emerson Starr are highlighted as favorites. Sold by Lonnere Behrenberger at 60 Fifth Avenue, features include limited time underwear at 75 cents and a special event at Saller's and Mellor and Boone's showcasing a marvel of musical conceptions available only there.
The city adopts two ordinances to place telegraph, telephone and electric light wires underground west of Grant Street within four years and to regulate future underground wiring. Mayor Gourley signs, though he requests a free conduit usage for city fire and police alarms. Chief Bigelow's park regulations face approval amid liquor-prohibition controversy.
Chief Bigelow urges New York City Councils to authorize selling the Fifth Avenue Market House with about 100000 offered. Proceeds would be split between the High School and the military, enabling land purchases near Bellefield for education and for soldiers. If blocked he would lease the site to the soldiers.
Rev Mr McCrory apologizes for remarks at a U P ministers meeting. He says he does not believe the mayor or the chief would yield to bribe influence and regrets any implication. The U P Ministers Association plans to meet Monday with a report on the disorderly house issue.
Commissioner Beal presided over three appeals at the triennial assessment hearings. Alfred Harrison's Westminster Street and Fils Worth Avenue property was argued for rural classification but denied by the City Attorney. several Harrison properties were assessed anew. Harriet Stratton's 117x128 foot South Highland property saw valuations cut to 1500 for the residence and 11934 for the land, while Forward Avenue land and buildings were partially reduceds and split between rural and agricultural classifications.
G Cochran of Kittanning travels to Philadelphia to learn the dynamics of the next House speakership race. Other contenders named include Thompson of Warren Walton of Philadelphia and Stewart of Verona. Burdick may enter the race. Cochran aims to secure pledges from Congressional district members and hopes Walton and Thompson split the initial vote enabling a subsequent compromise contender to prevail.
A basement Thirtieth ward schoolhouse gathering urged reform in city government. Anthony Mullins chaired as J. H. Davis pressed for change and Louise Klerle warned that rising taxes push manufacturers to leave Pittsburg. Beinhauer delivered a speech calling for reform and independence.
Blacklisted Carnegie Company workers held a meeting at Amalgamated Association HQ in Homestead to seek relief from hardship as winter nears. Delegates promised efforts to aid families. deputies were withdrawn and police kept watch. Michael Dorras of Duquesne was hospitalized after a steel wagon collision at Bessemer Steel Works.
Vendors tout tenors and instruments at Kiebers 46 Wood Street and H Kieber and Bro 06 Wood Street. The Steinway Conover and Opera pianos and seven octave piano organs are highlighted. Sales claim 20 plus instruments sold already with heavy demand before Christmas.
Traction men showcase heavy funnel lined overcoats with feather bound pockets and deep storm collars. Prices listed as 10 and 12 dollars in a late 19th or early 20th century ad style. Local retailer emphasizes durability and warmth for harsh weather.
Holiday sale offers new organs at 50 dollars new pianos at 225 dollars second hand organs at 25 dollars second hand pianos at 71 with easy payments all instruments fully warranted Scoorxnerorn 69 Fitch avenue Free gift of a half life size portrait with purchase at Hendrick Co Popular Photographers 63 Federal Street Allegheny Tecular price 15 50 sale tomorrow 0 75 at Sailer's corner Seathold and Diamond streets
A wounded man brought to West Penn Hospital from West Virginia refuses to name himself or his companions. He claims to be an oil driller from Shousetown on the Ohio River and says a self-inflicted gunshot occurred on Thanksgiving evening while moonshining was being pursued. Doctors suspect he may be a U S detective amid two quiet companions who hauled him 15 miles on a hand sled for medical care.
Francia Murphy begins a two weeks siege in Pittsburg tonight at the Grand Opera House and Lafayette Hall to mark 15 16 years of temperance work. About 14 000 000 people have taken his pledge from many countries though some break their pledges. An older man J A Lenemann of Brad dock died yesterday after being struck by a McKeesport and Youghiogheny train while gathering wood. he is survived by daughter Mia H C Jenks and was 80.
Annie K. Grein, 71, died yesterday after being struck by a train in Cratton last Tuesday while placing her market truck on the tracks. The elderly woman was known locally as a market vendor and was pulled from the scene with fatal injuries.
The reformed sporting man John J. Moore will address Diamond Street United Presbyterian Church this evening and distribute T buttons to pledge signers. He is venturing his first pulpit speech. The item also advertises diamond and watch deals and clothing offers at local shops with December hours.
Stylish suitings and trouserings offered for order on short notice at Piscairn's, 44 Wood Street. Tailoring services emphasize quick turnaround and custom fittings for men seeking fashionable garments.
Sunday schools are urged to order free handsome candy boxes for Christmas treats. Orders before December 15 will be weighed packed and delivered ready for distribution at no extra charge, easing candy committees. Special price lists and in-store demonstrations offered.
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