Pattison Campaign Appeals to Pennsylvania Voters
A Pattison campaign event emphasizes government by the people, ballot reform, and opposition to political bosses. Speakers praise Pattison’s four years in Harrisburg, argue for Australian ballot reform, and urge independent voters to back Pattison in November.
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Black
Scranton
Dean Swift
Cheef
Harris
Pennsylvania
Hemest
Crawford County
Matthew Stanley Quay
Harrisburc
Barclay
Pittsburg
Pattison
Reception for ex Governor Pattison by Excelsior Club
The Excelsior Club of the Ninth and Tenth wards plans a reception for ex Governor Pattison this evening on Peon avenue. He is due at 6 o clock, will be escorted to club rooms, and a banquet with speeches will run until 7 0 hai when he departs to other engagements. The club is non partisan and includes prominent ward citizens.
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Braddock
Patrison
Washi
Rouse
Court House
Pattison
Black
Heasel
Barclay
Genthemas
Downer House
Te Court House
Pettivon
Messrs
Hensel
Excelsior Club
Ninth
Anda
Peon Avenue
Hai
Pools or No Pools Return to Pennsylvania Legislation
A Philadelphia driven interview reports broad debate over legalizing pool selling on race tracks. Sources include ex representative Robison, James W. Houston of the Law and Order Society, Henry McCullough, James Goldsmith, and Belmont Park president Van Osten. Supporters cite racing needs and economic gain. opponents warn of moral harm and youth risk. The issue resurfaces as lawmakers William Richards and others consider a winter bill, with venues like Homewood Park waiting on possible changes.
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Wishart
Robison
Allegheny
James W. Houston
Law and Order Society
Captain Wishart
Houston
Henry McCullough
James Goldsmith
Monongahela House
Alden Goldsmith
Washingtonville
Volunteer
Goldsmith
New York State
Ives
Pennsylvania
California
Hickok
Marvin
United States
van Osten
Belmont Park
Philadelphia
Adam Fuchs
Frank Herai
New York
Agricultural Association of
Union
John E. Madden
Lexington
Pittsburg
Homewood Park
Line Drawn On Unaccompanied Baby For Travel By Rail
A Pennsylvania Railroad conductor refuses to carry an infant alone to New York. Mrs. Clarke and the infant’s grandfather had left the child briefly on a train, and crowds gathered as a tag was placed on the baby. The father had ordered the child sent back unsigned, awaiting a superintendent’s order to resolve who must take the baby home.
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Pennsylvania Road
Ow York
New York
Hawkins
Banquet Honors J M Stoner Before California Departure
About 60 lawyers and Bar Association members gathered at the Monongahela House for a farewell banquet in honor of J M Stoner who plans to move to California for health reasons. Speakers praised Stoner and reflected on lawyers' rewards and social bonds within the profession.
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Bar Association
Monongahela House
J. M. Stoner
California
S. A. McClang
Ewing
Stone
Slagle
McClang
Stoner
Judge Ewing
Major Morehead
Moreland
A Little Family Fight Over Alleged Theft
John Kempen filed an information before Alderman Kerr accusing his 16 year old daughter Johanna of larceny. She was arrested, posted bail for today’s hearing, and claims the items two feather beds jewelry and shawls were hers by inheritance via her mother. She asserts the goods belonged to her and were rightfully taken.
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John Kempen
Kerr
Johanna
Kempen
Mifflin Street
Allegheny
Sand
Miss Kempen
Jamestown Officials Seek Pittsburg Electricity Plans
Jamestown Mayor A F Price and council members C Ports and F H George arrived at the Ander son last evening to study how Pittsburg and Allegheny light their cities. Jamestown voters last week chose to illuminate their city with electricity from a local plant. The visitors will find plenty in the electric line to interest them.
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A. F. Price
Jamestown
C. Ports
F. H. George
Anderson
Pittsburg
Allegeny
Post Office Work Nears Finish as Derricks Are Taken Down
Inspectors completed the last figures on the new post office yesterday while the stone-work nears completion. The flag is not yet displayed and platforms and derricks are being removed. In about a week the building will stand alone, easing the view of the facade. The Dispatch urges public patronage for bargains and offers. Da. B. M. throat diseases exclusively at ihn Tt street, Pittsburg.
Boy and Revolver Case Raises Aldermanic Debate
A Southside alderman hears Howard Roger charged with selling a revolver to a 13 year old. The case cites a misdemeanor for selling firearms to youths under 16. Prosecutor Peregrino promises to pursue cartridges sales too, while noting broader gambling and youth enticement schemes in city shops and suburbs.
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Alderman King
Southside
Howard Roger
Smithfield Street
F. J
Peregrino
Roger
Awa
Three Men Arrested in Allegheny Train Robbery Case
Allegheny police arrested William Weimer alias Mouse Weimer alias William Roberts Harry Montagne and Cockey Bennett on suspicion of complicity in the J. K. Gardner Ft Wayne train robbery. Gardner was brought to see the prisoners to aid identification while a newsboy may be shown the suspects. Chief Murphy warned Gardner not to speak. Gardner’s identification remains unconfirmed.
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William Weimer
Mouse
Weimer
William Roberts
Harry Montagne
Cockey” Bennett
Allegheny
J. K. Gardner
Ft. Wayne
Gardner
Murphy
Mr. Gardner
Gairdner
Delay in Publish of Scotch-Irish Convention Report
Secretary Floyd and Colonel Echols explain the Pittsburg convention report, delayed as James F. Burke, hired to transcribe speeches, reportedly finished much work but did not complete the transcription due to missing funds and unresponsive attention. Burke claimed partial completion but unpaid.
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Floyd
Scotch-Irish Association
Pittsburg
Echols
James F. Burke
Colonel Floyd
Mr. Burke
Polish Church Dedication On South Side
The dedication of St. Adelbert's Church the new Polish edifice on South Fifteenth street will take place tomorrow with a large ceremony. A procession of the Polish Catholic societies will headline the exercises. Very Rev Dr Stephen Wall will preach in English then Rev L M Awics and other Polish priests will speak.
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Adelbert
South Fifteenth Street
Stephen Wall
L. M. Awics
Rival Roads Spark Testy Exchange Over Diamond Street
Mr. Howard, owner of the Howard block on Smithfield street, attacks the widening of Diamond street and questions the Pittsburg Traction Company while defending his opposition to the Duquesne Traction. He cites profits of $564,982 and argues the Duquesne should abandon parts of its program. Duquesne directors dismiss his points as irrelevant to competition and note Diamond street widening is funded by property owners, not public funds.
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William J. Howard
Howard Block
Smithfield Street
Diamond Street
Pittsburg Traction Company
Duquesne Traction
Howard
Magee
Flinn, Whitney & Stephens
Rheles and
McCandless
Pittsburg
Dinamond Street
Cecil Alley
Duquesne
Mr. Howard
Smithfield
Iamond Street
Central Traction
Sixth Avenue
Fourth Avenue
Pittsburg Traction
Academy of Science and Art forms at Thaw mansion
The Academy of Science and Art held its first meeting at the Thaw mansion on Fifth street awaiting completion for an opening on the 17th. About 50 members attended, with Rev Dr W J Holland absent as President and George A Macbeth chairing. New members J Buchanan David Kirk J R Gem mill and Joseph G Speer joined. Charles W Scovel offered the Carl Merz musical library of 1200 to 1300 volumes to be held until Carnegie buildings rise. The Dispatch promises strong future issues and 160 columns tomorrow.
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Academy of Science and Art
Thaw Mansion
Fifth Street
W. J. Holland
George A. Macbeth
W. L. Scaife
J. Buchanan
David Kirk
J. R. Gemmill
Joseph G. Speer
Charles W. Scovel
Carl Merz
Wooster
Academy
Opening Up Headquarters for Allegheny Independent Republicans
The Independent Republican Organization in Allegheny County secured rooms in the Bissell block at Seventh Avenue and Smithfield Street and will open headquarters at 10 a.m. today. Second floor room 204 will be open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily except Sundays until after the election, with plans for public meetings and distributed campaign material featuring state Independent leaders. Chairman Blair invites sympathetic Republicans to visit.
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Allegheny County Independent Republican Organization
Bissell
Seventh Avenue
Smithfield Street
Ayres
Assault charge filed by Mrs Stewart over bucket hit
Mrs Stewart of Ann street filed information before Alderman Lucan accusing Mrs Emma Lainey of assault and battery. Stewart says Lainey struck her on the head with a bucket causing a scalp wound. Lainey was arrested and jailed in default of 300 dollars bail for a Monday hearing.
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Mary Stewart
Ann Street
Lucan
Emma Lainey
Stewart
Bound to Be a Fight for State Senator Nomination
Beaver Washington district Republicans failed to nominate a senator. Samuel P White will run independently in Beaver County and seek Democrats’ help, while Colonel Hawkins pursues party support in Washington and possibly seeks Democratic votes for cross endorsement. The agitation signals a hot, unresolved contest with no agreed compromise in sight.
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Beaver- Washington
Colonel Hawkins
Samuel P. White
Beaver
Monongahela House
Washington
Beaver County
White
McLean
Hawkins
Washington County
Butler
Jonel Hawkins
McCracken
M. L. A. McCracken
T. D. M. Wilson
A. M. Pollock
Mr. White
Abram Bentley
M. F. Micklen
W.H. Bricker
Kleber Bros piano and organ offer plus rally notes
Advertises H Kleber & Bro 506 Wood street selling Steinway Concord Opera Gabler Emerson pianos and Vocalions with eight year warranty and easy payments. Also promotes Republican rally at Grand Opera House and B&O excursion sale to St Louis on Oct 5 6 7.
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H. Kleber &Bro
Wood Street
Messia, Kleber & Bro
Pee
Diamond
Virgin
Kleber Bros
Steinway
Conover
Opera
Gabler
Emerson
Grand Opera House
Priest in Clerical Garb Arrested for Fraud in Allegheny
James Patrick Morrison an alleged Catholic priest was arrested in Allegheny after complaints from Catholic girls who were solicited for religious books in his name. He posed as a priest and embezzlement charges pending with Magistrate McKenna led to his transfer to Pittsburgh authorities.
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Allegheny
Pittaborg
James Patrick Morrison
Murphy
Jenn
Kornman
Sandusky Street
Morrison
Rowan Church
Lawrenceville
Lower Allegheny
McKenna
Pittsburg
Holiday gifts at Gallinger's on Penn
For holiday presents. Where to buy them is Gallinger's at 1106 and 1200 Penn. A fall line of musical instruments is available.
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Gallinger’s
1106
Penn
P. S
Fannie Ward Reports From the Andes for To Morrow Dispatch
Fannie B Ward delivers a travel letter from the Andes to To Morrow's mammoth Dispatch. The great female Tourist shares vivid impressions and notes on distant landscapes and local life.
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Fannie B. Ward
Andes
Morrow
Carpet Prices Jump Planned By Tariff Bill Fears
Carpet makers announce future deliveries will be priced at time of delivery due to expected McKinley Tariff changes. Yarn prices may rise, and mills will not contract future shipments at current rates. The retailer reports heavy stock and offers free storage for buyers planning spring purchases in 1991.
Our Merino Underwear Stock Attracts All Genders
Our stock of Merino Underwear for men women and children offers a wide range of grades and sizes. Discover low medium and high quality goods suited to cooler mornings and varying needs at our shop.
Camel's Hair Vests and Pants Sale Note
For men, Camel's Hair Vests and Pants offered at bargain prices. Striped wool shirts and drawers $1 each, or three for $3. Slate and brown shirts and drawers at $1 each or $3 per suit. Scatjet underwear $1 each or $2 per suit. Special values shown.
Importations for the Season at The People's Store
We will place on sale tomorrow morning our importations for the present season in English smoking jackets. A very large assortment. Styles entirely new. Also Anderson gas-saving burner again advertised. Garment fashions and novelties feature at moderate prices with a wide selection of babies jackets and wraps.
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Jos
Horse & Co
Penn Avenue
Boges & Bux
Fashionable women’s undergarments and fabrics advertised
An ad fragment lists non shrinking vests and pants for women in silk and wool, priced from 175 to 240 dollars, with camel hair options and hibbed vests. It mentions natural fibers, soft unshrinkable materials, and rental or combination suit offerings, though some text is garbled.
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Pomom Iy
Ems
A Bar to Prosperity Fifth Avenue Market Debated
Property owners near the Fifth avenue market house complain about its unsightly appearance. The building was leased for 60 years to the Eighteenth Regiment and Battery B to remodel it for armory use, with work unlikely before spring. Controller Morrow said the city has no authority to act and questioned plans for stores.
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Fifth Avenue Market
Fifth Avenue Market House
Eighteenth Regiment
Battery B
Morrow
JOS. HORNE & CO FURNISHINGS PROMOTE NEW STOCK
The advertisement touts the largest stock of fine furnishings in the cities with a complete fall and winter stock now ready. It cites renowned American makers and imports from London such as Buckingham Virgo Middleton and Welsh Margetson firms. It highlights fifty dozen bow and puff neckwear in Merino Cashmere and all wool varieties.
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London
J. E. Buckingham & Co
Virgo, Middleton & Co
Margetson & Co
Allen Solly & Co
Fancy Scotch Plaids and Silk Lined Quilted Fabrics Marquee
A large display showcases Fancy Scotch Plaids Plain Diagonals Silk and Satin Lined Quilted fabrics. The store proclaims its largest assortment and best styles ever shown to customers.
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Abraham Lincoln
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Lls
Major Veale
Veale
John L. Jones
Jones
Andrew G. Curtin
Lalwars
Hraddoce
Boziam
Robert E. Pattison
W.d. Brennes
Democratic County Committee
Mr. Jones
Law and Order
Richmond
Senate
Richards
MR Stoner
Pattner
Jeanne
Eile Furniture
Tennessee Mountains
To-Morrow
Dispatch
Tt Street
Federal Street
Mammoth Dispatch
Burke
Academy of Sciences
To Morrow
Independent Republican Organization
Ussa Hucus & Hacker
Washington and
Will
Turn
To- Morrow
Big Dispatch
Kleber Bro’s
Hore & Co
James H. Armen & Co
Fifth Ave
People’s Store
Bocas & BuEt
James H. Arce &Co
Usssa Hucus & Hacks
Penn Ave
Fox Optical Building
St. Louis
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Diamonds
New York City
Edward
Cinger
Anderson Gas
E. G. Hays & Co
Fox Optical
Ussa Hueus & Hackz
James H. Aiken & Co
FOR Children
Market Street
Prrissvers
JOS. Horne & CO
Cartwright Warner
Scarlet
Fidelity Title
ANY Trust Co
Margaret Chadwick
Chadwick
S Stewart
Edwin
Craig
Tate
Harriet A. White
Harriet White
Alle Eermen
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