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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1891
Page
12
In Allegheny, prosecutors say they will press embezzlement and extortion cases against former Mayor Pearson and others, while officials insist acts are being pursued to root out irregularities. Defense cites statute limits and claims political persecution, with court action expected within days.
A government appointed board including Prof R Hi Therston of Cornell IT NS Ely and F A Pratt of Hartford is tasked to study sales and vaults in principal buildings and to make recommendations for remodeling the main structures.
Ivy Opras Ro Teed, leader of the Horeshan Order of Celibates, denied rumors he sought the Economites' millions. He said a branch here may open in the future with industrial departments like those in other places, and he planned to send people to Eronoms.
The Health Bureau records 17 infectious disease reports over the past two days. Six are scaristin and 11 diphtheria. Cases are dispersed across the city rather than concentrated in one area.
Seven state convicts fought a four month underground escape near the Riverside Prison. A 27 foot tunnel began under a storage room and ended within 12 feet of the outer wall. Crude tools were used and the six men and one more concealed are named as prisoners with prior good conduct. The attempt failed but attracted Pittsburg readers.
The Dispatch reports a 500-strong manufacturing crew in the penitentiary packing mats and packing room operations. Convicts quietly tunneled from a board-floored packing area under joists, 112 feet to a wall, with dirt disposed via a dirt box. Seven men placed in solitary confinement. two were serving long sentences. Three men confessed to the job on the night of the visit.
Mr. Alexander, owner of land eyed by Chief Elliot for a Poor Farm site, withdraws his property from sale and proclaims the option held by the Chief permanently off. Chief Elliot and city officials were at City Hall as the Charities Committee failed to muster a quorum to discuss the matter. The Chief indicated he would press for sale if Councils act on his recommendation.
The Junior Order United American Mechanics formed the Washington Association in Sallers Hall Smithfield street to advance the order’s welfare. It plans a headquarters with a reading room meeting hall and committee rooms, will register unemployed members for jobs, and organize visiting councils. Gentes P Beecher presides with John H Ginniff P Thomas N Byan Jr H E Stewart C A Hendrickson and George B Donaldson as officers. An executive committee from each council meets to arrange visits to Plymouth Council Allegheny and Sherwood Council.
Four accidents were listed with no serious injuries. McLaughlin, an employee at La Belle Steel Works in Manchester, had a left foot crushed by a falling ingot while loading a wagon and was sent home. Drake, a Birmingham Traction mill worker, was badly bruised after being struck by car No. 5 on South Twenty eighth Street and taken to Southside Hospital. Maloy, a furnaceman at Edgar Thomson Steel Works, suffered burns to his leg and arm after slipping into hot metal and was taken to Mercy Hospital. Mrs. Morton of East End slipped on an icy sidewalk near Main Street, fracturing skin and sustaining other injuries, and was returned home.
Allen Williams a 32 year old millworker died at his home in Home stead from injuries received on a Baltimore and Ohio Railroad bridge. An inquest was held by Squire Deffner with testimony noting Williams walked the Hay's station trestle when a train passed over his foot. Davis, his companion, escaped across the bridge. Williams survived three hours after removal before death from loss of blood with witnesses lacking. He leaves a wife and one child and will be buried today.
Easy payments offered on organs and related holiday specials at Lechner and Company located at 69 Fifth Avenue. Local advertising emphasizes affordable installments and accessible purchasing options for shoppers seeking musical instruments during the season.
A bitter cold wave from the western storm center sweeps into Pittsburg with rain and snow, delaying through trains on the major lines, endangering river coal shipments, and causing misery for outdoor workers. One man, James Schultz, was injured after falling from a train at Stewart's station but survived with minor injuries.
Assistant Superintendent O Mara received a telegram from Altoona confirming Maud Hutchinson, born Burch in Washington Pa, is in Altoona after escaping the workhouse with May White on October 14. Hutchinson, 14 at the time of incorrigibility, has a lengthy police record including arson and multiple escapes. May White remains at large. A workhouse officer is sent to Altoona to bring Hutchinson back.
Vine Cliff Council No 107 Jr O U A M prepared a six point gold star medal for Miss Emma Conner a Ladoga Indiana school teacher whose efforts for the federal flag earned her national recognition The bar bears her name the star features a schoolhouse with a red white and blue enamelled flag The reverse notes presented by Vine Cliff Council No 107 Pittsburg Pa The medal will be forwarded this week.
Advertisements will be received today and onward until 8 P M for insertion in the next morning. The new office will be open daily except Sundays.
Attorney C A O'Brien says taxpayers should not oppose the planned increase in the city's bonded indebtedness. He argues that if curative legislation is struck down by the Supreme Court, taxes will still pay for improvements via levy or gradual redemption, and that voters may favor the bonds to avoid making contractors bear losses. He favors carrying the bond issue.
J Fitzpatrick of New York, president of the Superior Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, will visit Pittsburg this week. It marks the first such visit by an officer of this rank and a notable event for the local chapter. He arrives Wednesday, stays several days, and will address a general meeting Thursday at a yet-to-be-announced venue.
Frank Kelly and Patrick Evans fought at the corner of Soho and Brady streets after drinking. Evans drew a knife and cut Kelly on the forehead, requiring stitches. Kelly was arrested and treated at Eleventh ward station by Dr. Moyer. Evans fled. police pursue him.
J J Moone will speak tonight at the gospel temperance meeting in Moorhead building on Why Do You Drink Ligher A slight wreck occurred on the Pittsburg and Western near Willow Grove yesterday two cars went into the river No one was injured A temperance meeting will be held this evening at 226 Fifth avenue Mr Tresher will deliver a return on temperance F Thoir of Allegheny City will also address the meeting Johannes Brevvet charged with burglary and Nicholas Shaffer John McLean and John Welsh charged with larceny were committed to jail yesterday for trial at court by Squire McAllhans or Mansfield The drowned boy named John Blaney not Delaney body not recovered Information welcome to Harry Sinney 25 Ohio avenue Allegheny Hever Bonnasten the Iowa farmer locating two relatives Preston in Baldwin township sister Mrs Fox on Canton street brother Joseph moving to Cleveland
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad will run a series of midwinter trips to Washington during Congress. Departures from Pittsburg are January 14 January 28 February 18 and March 10 with a round trip fare of nine dollars from Pittsburg and lower from other stations. Tickets are valid for return passage for ten days. Pullman parlor cars will be used on day trains and Pullman sleeping cars on night trains for those seeking added comfort. The program has proven popular and will be continued.
Carpenters strike blamed for dull building trades as a large tin shipment from the Pittsburg and Mexican Mining Company readies for arrival in ten days. Colonel Robert Fitzhugh visits, detailing Mexico mines, mining prospects, and the Durango iron and steel works amid high tariffs and a developing transport route.
George E. Falmer of the Master Builders Association says current business is dull and not due to recent issues. He notes last year was the peak in building, with the year before close behind, and expects activity to be lower this year despite similar permit numbers. Carpenters are nearly fully employed and qualified workers are available when needed.
The Cavitt Pollock & Co. women are asked to visit a large Penn Avenue display of dinner ware toilet ware fine china and cut glass with vast stock including lamps onyx tables and more. Special holiday birthday and wedding goods are offered daily at No 935 a few doors above Ninth Street.
The Amalgamated Society of Carpenters delegate was barred by the Trades Assembly of Allegheny County at Bricklayers Hall on Fifth Avenue. Victor B. Williams reported on printer strikes as delays increase on the Pittsburgh Allegheny Manchester Traction lines.
Plate shelves in warerooms broke down with many fine plates damaged. Remaining stock offered at half regular price for a few days. Sale starts Friday November 7 at Nos. 152 154 156 Federal Street Allegheny Pa. R A Hrocrys, noted ladies tailor, travels East to resume business at former parlors 35 Fifth Avenue. Miss Higgins plans a new shop December 1 offering jackets and riding habits.
Advertises lowest prices on diamonds watches jewelry and musical instruments at GaHinger's 1200 Penn avenue with solid gold rings watches and guitars and mentions holiday piano brands and easy payments plus a local clothing sale at Pittsburg Combination Clothing Company corner Grant and Diamond streets and Lechner and Schoenberger 69 Fifth avenue Quiz suggests overcoat sale days Tuesday and Wednesday and a Bitters tonics ad amid cluttered copy.
In Regard to Necklaces Mr Grogan promises to show a variety of combinations in precious stones and will display the most delicate lacey effect upon the neck. The feature “Gems at Home” in today’s paper tells the story.
O'Leary Glam Company seeks charter on December 22 as filed in the registry. Proceedings involve corporate formation steps, with officials noting intent to establish manufacturing operations for glass products under the new charter.
Judge Porter will deliver an injunction in Common Pleas Court No 3 in the Murdock Kerr & Co case against Typographical Union members. The terms are not learned yet. Printers fear a ban on speaking to non union men, while union leaders vow to appeal to the Supreme Court if needed. Victor B Williams says the strike continues as preparations to proceed to higher court proceed. The scene draws keen legal interest as unions claim new labor protections. Late last night 25 new members joined the street carmen union in Pittsburg amid cautious optimism from both sides.
Twenty Christmas pianos sold at H Kleber & Bro 500 Wood Street include four Steinways five Conovers three Gablers six Operas one Lowrie Haines and one Voeslion church organ. They also offer music boxes mandolins organettes guitars banjos music folios and other music books and novelties.
The notice promotes Chamberlain & Co Des Moines IA cough remedy trusted by Centerville mothers for colds and advocates its household use. It lists 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles from druggists and mentions a carpet sale at E Groetzinger with prices on carpetings.
Our stock is immense with a vast variety on the low cash basis. About one hundred long cloth garments from a previous season offered at one third original value. See offerings at $1.50, $2.50, $3, $4. Also gents smoking jackets or lounging coats priced at $5.50, $7 and up.
Keep warm with medium and finest grade country blankets priced at 3 and up 3 75. Eider down comforts listed at 5 and up. Large well made comforts offered at 1 1 25 1 50 and up.
A local ad highlights dress goods for fall and winter including diagonal tweeds camel hair serges chevrons wide vale diagonals and English mixtures in low to finest grades. Many high novelties offered at greatly reduced prices with a 25c line described as attractive copies of finer foreign stuffs.
Organizers ask families if the Sunday school program will include a special treat, inviting participation and ideas for a small celebration.
We guarantee unique prices statewide for wholesale and retail candy. Christmas rush has begun and extra clerks are engaged. Submit orders promptly. those who can order early will receive a large weekly price list and extra inducements. Free shipment within two miles on orders of $10 or more, excluding sugar, with discounts on $30 orders excluding sugar and meat.
Zoo pieces describe Scotch Zephyr ginghams as very desirable in quality and color. Regular price 25 cents per yard. For the next 30 days the price will be 16 percent of a yard.
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