Origin of the Gatling Gun and Early Firearms
A New York article recounts Richard J. Gatling explaining the gun’s origin. Born in South Carolina, he observed war casualties and sickness, conceived a rapid firing weapon to reduce deaths, and built initial guns in Cincinnati, capable of 150 to 250 shots per minute, after a depot fire destroyed early models.
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New Yeurs
Richard J. Gatling
Gatling
Dr Gatling
South Carolina
New York
Indianapolis
Cincinnati
Origin and impact of the Maxim and Gatling guns
An illustrated historical overview traces the Maxim Gun’s origin with Hiram Maxim, its rapid firing principle, and global use. It also covers Gatling’s development in Hartford, the cold rolling steel process by Bernard Lauth, and profiles of Westinghouse, Edison, and Stephenson alongside early rail and streetcar innovations.
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London
Mr. Maxim
Bernard Lauth
Howard
Germany
Pitteburg
Boss Roller
Zanesville
Pittsburg
Jonea and Lauth
South
Acme
George Westinghouse
Mr. Westinghouse
Westinghouse
Westinghouse Air 2
Calvary Church Plans Rich Sunday Music Series
Calvary Church advances a major music program with a 12 month lineup including Schubert Mass in F, Handel Messiah, Beethoven Mount of Olives, Rossini Stabat Mater, and Mozart The Holy City. The plan envisions a 50-voice choir, a 14-player orchestra, and free services with offerings. Dr George Hodges and organist Carl Retter champion citywide musical growth and public access to culture.
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Calvary P. EF
Schubert
Beethoven
Mount of Olives
Gounod
M—Mendelssohn
Haydn
Mozart
Gaul
Holy City
Carl Retter
Calvary
George Hodges
Itc
Betterorme
O of Tanebire
Art Society
Mozart Club
Hodges
Ringwalt
Henry L. Ringwalt
Leslie
London
Irene L. Sample
Ella Semple
Dan E. Nuttall
Harry M. Mays
Spohr
A. C. Mackenzie
Calvary Church
Pittsburg
Remarkable Hypnotism of a Violin Virtuoso
A biographical reminiscence details a renowned violinist’s magnetic influence on audiences. It recalls family moments at Valestrand in Norway, dramatic demonstrations of strength with a demanding technique, and a Madrid incident where he forced a retract of a false article by gently yet firmly asserting himself.
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Valestrand
Norway
Bergen
Iere
Spain
Madrid
Violinist’s Trials and Ties to Booth at Philharmonic
The narrative recounts a violinist who faced vast crowds and physical strain during a performance, the Paris setback that shaped his career, and a later incident involving Edwin Booth and Ole Bull. It notes the artist’s suffering strength, early training, and a tale of a ring gifted after a Hamlet performance.
Auction of Remaining Clothing From Fort Wayne Wreck Sale
Public auction at 305 Smithfield Street begins Monday at 9 o'clock to liquidate remaining overcoats suits and pants from the Fort Wayne wreck stock. The sale promises the largest handsomest clothing stock yet offered in Pittsb urgh with expert staff to ensure proper fit and satisfaction.
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Ft. Wayce
Smithfield Street
Ft. Wayne
Smith- Held Street
Cread
Dan
Yvetwil House
Chievio Carr
Smithfeld
Pianos Sold at Kiebers Amid Holiday Rush
Buyers favor Kiebers for Christmas piano and organ purchases with twenty five instruments sold including Steinway Conyres and Operas. Advertises cash or payment plans and savings at 566 Wood Street and 568 Wood Street.
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Steinway
Kiebers
Kievers
Wood Street
Concert Promoter Boosts New York Musical Tale
Ole Bult's home in Valelsrand and Tomb Schumann's music drew the Liederkrans Society and other artistes to offer repeats at Mr. Booth's theater. Prof Doremus learned his father was in Cincinnati arranging Manfred. A telegram asked him to arrange for the performance and he broke his tour to honor Ed Booth's generosity.
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Cincinnati
Washington
Baltimore
Weerbington
Ordnence Department
Ben Butler
Chicago
Petersburg
Europe
Asia
Austria
George M. Pullman
Colorado
Alton Road
New York
Samuel J. Tilden
Lincoln
Addison F. Andrews
Gotham Gossip
Ethelbert Nevin
Boston
Nevin
de Roven
Our Town
Stephen
Foster
America
Pittsburg
Betterem
Mr. W. Waugh
London
Wagner Society
Bayreuth
Wagner Museum
Vienna
United States
Trafalgar Square Theater
Dorothy
Norwich
New York Philharmsonia Society
Edwin Booth
Ole Bull
Booth i
Hamlet
Ole Balt
Orden Doremus
Philharmonic Society
Su Petersburg
Doremus
Booth
Philharmonic
Byron
Manfred
Academy of Music
Dux Buin
Ed Booth
Alexandes Bulr
Grand Henry F. Miller Piano Praised By World Renowned Boston Orchestra
Review notes a concert featuring Henry F. Miller grand piano with three unfamiliar works. Beckenade overture Mane fred praised as modern yet melodic, Saint Saens concertos highlighted for their brilliance, and Tschaikovsky Symphony No. 5 performed under Nikisch. W. C. Whitehill offers Miller pianos at his Pittsburgh parlor.
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Mozart Club
McCollum
Carl Retter
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Eodore Thomas
Mr. Thomas
Chicago
Wicely
Walter Damrosch
New York Symphony Orchestra
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Nikisch
Fotal
Pittsburg
W.s
Henry F. Miller
Boston
Beinecke
Mane Fred
Lere
Harine
Schumann
Saint Iuens
Stasny
Mr. Lang
Miller Grand
Tschakkovsky
W. C. Whitehill
Uu-Fe
Whitehill
Noisy Winter Gear Sale Prompt Sparks Shopper Rush
Fragmentary notice reports a winter gear sale featuring gloves and warm items. Mentions names Solomon and Kaben and a brand Trocs. Limited readable details about prices or locations.
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Solomon& Kaben
Fee
Streum
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