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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1889

Page

18

Czar to Start for Berlin Amid Security Concerns

Reports from Potsdam say the Czar will depart for Berlin on Thursday traveling Kiel Oldersloe and Schwarsbeck en route. Precautions rise as secret police and Russian troops tighten guards while Prince Bismarck may soon meet the Czar to discuss European affairs.

Fredensbourg Potsdam Foreign Office Berlin Kiel Oldersloe Schwarsbeck M. Schirinkine Prince Bismarck Moscow Bulgaria Vienna Fremdenblatt Ferdinand Vienna Prince Bik Russia Armenia

Stockholders Reorganize Bank Under Old Charter

The stockholders of the new Manufacturers' Bank Southside yesterday re organized under the charter of the old Farmers Bank, continuing operations with the same assets and leadership in a name change.

New Manufacturers’ Bank Southside

Resignation Tied to Payoff in 26th District

Oswego Ny October 5 The resignation of Congressman Nutting is said to be in the Governor s hands The plot allegedly centers on General John N Knapp and John H Vancamp who arrange to have Mr Payne replace Nutting if the salary Nutting would have earned is reimbursed The amount cited is 7500 with 1500 pledged by Payne and support from the Republican State Committee A special election to fill the seat is expected on the general election day next month

Diapatcil Osweco Nutting Nuttin Eutala Penbian John N. Knapp Auburn John H. Vancamp Babe Ageeek Congressasn Seronoe Aubert Payne Tor Payne Republican State Committee Twenty-sixth Oswego Cayuga Wayne

Irish Message Reveals Armstrong Brother Found in Montreal

Intelligence reported in the city last evening that William Armstrong brother of Frank Armstrong coal man of Pittsburg had been located in Montreal. He had disappeared about three weeks earlier near Camden while under medical care for temporary mental aberration. A search failed until a Dungannon Ireland message identified him in Montreal, with a $2 purse and aid from the Young Men's Christian Association. A cable to Pittsburg confirmed his whereabouts.

William Armstrong Frank Armstrong Pittsburg Montreal Armstrong Camden Dungannon Ireland Young Men’s Cristian Association Ara A Armstrongs

Fourteen year old killed after street fight with girls

Julia O Connor aged 14 of East Sixteenth Street died at New York Hospital from head and spine injuries after a July 17 street quarrel with Maggie Miller and four other girls. Witnesses describe a mob assault on a sidewalk near Avenue B and Seventeenth Street.

New York Julia O'Connor East Sixteenth Street New York Hospital Maggie Miller Catholic Protectory Et Sfrest Julis Kelly Nellie Katie Reagan Mamie McMahon O'Connor

They Want Their Legacies

George B. Lawton of East Orange was arrested in Newark and jailed on $48,000 bail. He was executor of Jane Mall estate who died in 1879 leaving $193,000 to eight children. he allegedly failed to pay bequests and disappeared, returning to Orange recently. The bail reflects one heir Jennie Mull Allain’s claimed share.

Newark N. J George B. Lawton East Orange Essex County Lawton Jane Mall Orange Jennie Mull Allain

Daniel Sexman Real Estate Broker Dies in Asphyxiation

Distaron New York October 5 Daniel M Sexman well known real estate auctioneer and broker and member of the Real Estate Exchange died at his home early this morning of asphyxiation by illuminating gas heart disease may have hastened the event He was 52 years old and had long carried a cap with his name and address for emergencies Reflective note on his health and sudden death.

Distaron New York Daniel M. Sexman Real Estate Exchange Seaman

Labor consolidation pact signed for federation in Omana

An agreement is signed by the joint committee of the Locomotive Engineers and Firemen for federation of the Brotherhood of Engineers and Firemen, Knights of Labor Switchmen's Mutual Aid Association and Brotherhood of Railway Brakemen. The articles will be submitted to the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers at the Denver meeting on October 16.

Omana Nes Brotherhood of Engineers and Firemen Knights of Labor Switchmen’s Mutual Aid Association Brotherhood of Railway Brakemen Brotherhood of Locomotive Eres Denver

Captain David Cook Dies After Friday Hop

Special Telegram reports Captain David Cook Assistant Quartermaster of the Davids Island post died suddenly after dancing at a hop Friday night Heart disease is blamed in New York October 5 dispatch.

Distatch New York David Cook David's Island

McCormick Machine Co Wins Grand Prix at Paris Expo

Paris dated September 30 reports Chicago’s McCormick Machine Company awarded the Grand Prix, the expo’s top prize, at the Paris Exposition. The note celebrates Chicago as the home of McCormick and praises the company as king of the harvest fields, highlighting pride in the 1892 World’s Fair connection.

Paris McCormick Sane Machine Company Chicago McCormick Chicsgo

Outrage at Hamburg Farm Sparks Arrests

Reading dispatches report Eva Rebecca Strasser, 17, victim of an alleged early morning assault at a Hamburg area home. Suspects Wilson Rubright and Monroe Kershner were arrested with farmer Adam Shappell after the girl swore out warrants. all three posted bail.

Distatch Eva Rebecca Strasser Adam Shappell Hamburg Wilson Rubright Monroe Kershner Rubright Kershner Kramer Aburg Farmer Shappell Rabright

Stowaway Italian Youth Foiled by Ship Captain

A Palermo youth named Giuseppe Lese hid in the Sean Fell’s hold and revealed himself to Captain Stanhope en route to New York. Treasury authorities ordered his return, but the ship later traveled to Savannah and the captain produced ship papers claiming him as a seaman, allowing him to disembark unseen.

New York United States Treasury Department Sean Palermo Stanhope Erhardt Chan Ce Iuseppe

Count De Vermont Owes No Account After Cashing $30 Check

Ottawa reports a self-styled Count De Vermont who gained social access through Civil Service figures and a Montreal Gazette editor. He cashed a $30 self drawn check at a New York bank, stayed at the Russell House, and disappeared with baggage unset. The check was later returned marked No account.

Ottawa Count de Vermont White Montreal Gazette Griffin Decelles Garfield National Bank New York City Russell House Bank of Montreal New York

Young Woman Remanded to Danville Asylum After Religious Frenzy

Miss Hattie Bartlett of West Pittston, a well known local girl, was removed to the Danville State Asylum for the Insane after becoming violently fixated on religion. Following revival meetings led by Evangelist Yotman she sought escape by climbing trees and entering tall buildings. She accused her parents of deviltry and refused to live with them, insisting she must be free from worldly contamination.

Wilkesbaree Hattie Bartlett West Pittston State Asylum For the Danville Evangelist Yotman Miss Bartlett

William Thaw Estate Debtors Notified in Probate

Legal notice states representatives of the estate of the late philanthropist William Thaw will collect all amounts due. Rumors alleged beneficiaries who borrowed from Thaw may be asked to repay. One administrator replied simply, We shall collect every dollar we can.

William Thaw Thaw

Defamation charge filed against Jacob Armstrong

Michael Dean filed a information before Alderman Porter alleging Jacob Armstrong of Thirty sixth and Charlotta streets defamed his children's character. Armstrong has seven children. one daughter lies in West Penn Hospital in a dangerous condition due to the hard work she was forced to do. The case is set for next Tuesday with bail provided for the hearing.

Michael Dean Porter Jacob Armstrong Thirty-sixth Charlotta Armstrong West Penn Hospital

Coroner Inquest Into Cable Car Death Finds Carelessness

A coroner's inquest into Ulrich's death after a cable car collision on Thirty third Street returned a verdict of carelessness with no blame on gripman J J. The deceased's relative George was released after the verdict was announced.

Ulrich Thirty-third Street Cea

Knights Templar Parade to Highlight Washington Festivities

Washington readies a grand Knights Templar parade on October 8 with wheelmen as a feature. Ladies may ride bikes decorated with lanterns while officials plan illumination for the Logan mansion and grand stands along the march route.

Wasnireror Knights Templar Washington Mes Logan John A. Logan Ebbe Logan Mansion Calumet Place Treasury Department Treasury

Gas Line Construction Expands City Network

Last summer about 150 miles of natural gas pipe were laid with expenditures surpassing $400,000. The project increased pipe installations citywide and highlighted growing demand for Sage pipes and related natural gas infrastructure.

Great Emand

Mistake Corrected Inhouse Claim Involving Mrs Schroyer

Mrs M M Schroyer of 199 Second Avenue denies Kate Clark and Madge Castleton were found in her home. She states the two were taken from a location on First Avenue.

M. M. Schroyer Second Avenue Kate Clark Madge Castleton First Avenue

Priest Boyle Convicted of Criminal Assault in North Carolina

Raeiau October 5. Father Boyle, a Catholic priest, was found guilty of criminal assault on Miss Geneva Whitaker for a May crime. The defense storyline contrasted bruises and cries with the priest’s denials. The jury deliberated three hours before returning the verdict.

Raeiau N. C Father Boyle Geneva Whitaker Boyle Neuilee Icutor Argo Geneva Erdness North Carolina Charles Young Armfield

Parade plans for Armstrong Monumental Association event

The Executive Committee selected a park site in Allegheny Park near Marion Avenue and Ohio Street for the monument and approved the choice. William Weibe is named chief marshal, with miles Humphries as orator and D B Sturgeon as program chair. Massed brass bands will lead the Thanksgiving Day demonstrations with special railroad rate talks underway.

Thomas A. Armstrong Monumental Association Amalgamated Association D. B. Sturgeon Allegheny Park Marion Avenue Ohio Street William Weibe Ton Monumental Association Miles 8. Humphries Pittsburg Railroad Association C. H. W. Ruhe

Bills Still Presenting Delays Plague Pittsburg Relief Committee

The Pittsburg Relief Committee reports over $400,000 moved to the General Fund of the Johnstown Flood Commission with only funds kept for small contingent bills. New bills appear daily and are paid at meetings, prompting public discontent over long withholding. Final accounting to the public is anticipated, while Governor Beaver’s offer to cover tool costs for returning $125,000 remains under review.

W. R. Thompson Johnstown Pittsburg Relief Committee Beaver Relief Committee

Doughty Again

B Mclean a former clerk in Alderman Doughty s office had the alderman arrested Friday night for disorderly conduct He claims Doughty called vile names while they were drinking.

B. Mclean Alderman Doughty Doughty

Gusky's Big Sale Promises Big Savings for Shoppers

A money-conscious man proclaims the value of Gusky's sale. He highlights buying a suit for $10 elsewhere versus $8 at Gusky's and an overcoat for $9 elsewhere versus $7 at Gusky's while noting savings on higher priced items. The sale begins tomorrow inviting all to save.

Gusky Gusky’s

New Seal Garment Repair by C A Surrey & Co.

A. Smiley & Co expands with a busy season and a dedicated seal garment repair department attracting praise for quality. The firm emphasizes custom made items, perfect fit, and affordability, urging ladies to choose their services for fur repairs or new wraps at 28 Fifth Avenue.

A. Smiley & Co Sue C. A. Surrey & Co Fifth Avenue

Hats and classes at Smiley Co and dancing academy postponement

An advertisement notes new hat shapes at C. A. Smiley & Co and urges readers to shop for hats. Thyme's Dancing Academy will postpone classes for one week due to a family accident death, with deliveries promised from Smiley & Co and neighboring retailers offering various hat specials and sizing.

Thyme

Equal Rights Sought as Diocese Admission Tied to Creed Controversy

At the Episcopal Triennial Convention Colorado sought diocese recognition amid debate over equal rights for colored clergy. The House of Deputies considered Colorado’s canonical admission. a movement to require Nicene Creed readings faced opposition from Bishop Hoyt and others who argued the creed is a Roman instrument not binding in American church life. The session also discussed provincial division of church territory.

Episcopal Triennial Convention Buntington Grace Church House of Deputies Paulus Moore Paulus Color Cape Paimas Huntington Hankel Kong Oregon Colorado Goodwin Heame House of Bishops House Vaulx Arkansas National Church of Rome England RE. A. Holland Missouri

Man Threatens Exposure Over Vicious Notice

Mr. George B. Roesler of 1822 Sarah Street Southside reports receiving an irritating notice from White Cans. He says the act caused annoyance and trouble, vows to expose the responsible party at the proper time, and warns against any further action or reception. The two underscored words are cited.

George B. Roesler Sarah Street Southside Dispatch

Delegates Named for Democratic Society Convention

The list of delegates chosen to represent the unterri fied at the Democratic societies convention in Philadelphia on the 15th includes D. J. Boyle Dr. C. C. Wilite J. M. Guffy W. J. Brennan G. T. Rafferty P. Foley J. W. Giles E. B. Kennedy Thomas Mallin Edward Fox James Fox Peter Carr William Sterling and B. McKenna.

Democratic Societies Philadelphia D.J. Boyle C. C. Wiilte J. M. Guffy W. J. Brennan G. T. Rafferty P. Foley J. W. Giles E. 8. Kennedy Thomas Mallin Edward Fox James Fox Peter Carr William Sterling B. McKenna

Smiley & Co. Advertise City Business in Gentlemen’s Manner

A fragment notes C. A. Smiley & Co. asan of this city in gentleman's te. The text hints at a business notice or advertisement without complete details.

C. A. Smiley & Co. Asan Gentleman's

Plusburgers Win Gold Medal at Paris Exposition

E Dunlap & Co of New York announces Plusburgers awarded the gold medal at the Paris Exposition for excellence in gentlemen’s data. GCA Surmer & Co., Pittsburgh agents.

E. Dunlap &Co New York GCA Surmer & Co Pitsburg

Trades Council Meets For Brewers Union Directory

The Central Trades Council met with wide attendance led by Joseph L. Evans. New delegates included Louis Lepper D A T Elmer Bailie Armor Lodge and others. They discussed the Dolan barrel maker non union hire case and Brewers Association talks while a census directory of unions was proposed by Samuel Gompers. John Ebman filled the vacancy on the Executive Board. A circular urged federal unions and was placed on file.

Central Trades Council Joseph L. Evans Louis Lepper Typographia No Elmer E. Bailie Armor Lodge A. A EL. and 8. W., Homestead, D. ©, Mcintosh, P Asociation No. 57, BR. B. Consuly Dolan Brewers’ Scale Brewers’ Association Committees of Trades Council and Bros Fred Aschelman Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Gompers

Whitney plans new corporation with 250000 capital

Se yog r Whitney to be among incorporators announces creation of a new company with a 250000 capital. The firm will occupy the second floor of a Title Company building on Fo avenue and will operate independently from Kies and other groups, with connections only to listed trusts and transfers. Founders include A. W. Mellon George J. Gorman John G. Holmer and George P. Hamilton.

Seyor Whitney One and Title Company Fo Avenue Praelty Company Oil Kies Andeanel Union Transfer and Trust A. W. Mellon George George J. Gorman John G. Holmer George P. Hamilton

Black Bart Believed to Have Left California Bandits Reach

Wells Fargo detectives think Black Bart the famed lone highwayman has left California for Chin or Australian colonies. Bart's last haul after Camptonville robbery was about $200, and he once stole more valuable express consignments. He was captured in 1883, pleaded guilty, and served seven years. He reportedly read devotional works in San Quentin and never trusted fellow prisoners.

San Francisco Wells-Fargo Black Bart Californias Chins Bart Camptonville Express Ca San Quentin

Great Scott Maria and the Cronin Juror Fear

A Chicago father jokes that his infant son should not read the daily paper for fear of journalistic coverage of the Cronin murder case. The mother asks why. The exchange suggests merit judges and public sentiment might influence future jurors as the Cronin case looms.

Boston Transcript Scott Maria Chicago Daily Paper James Tommy Cronin

Best Gentlemen’s Shots from Smiley & Co.

A brisk notice promotes C. A. Smiley & Co. as offering a fine array of gentleman’s shots. The ad emphasizes quality and selection for discerning buyers seeking refined items.

C. A. Smiley & Co

Local Store Advertises Monday Coat Sale

A fragment describes a Monday sale offering overcoats at 6 and a subsequent price drop at 12. It mentions a Series PO and references Geant and Daemendom opposite the new Court House.

Court House

Stetsoe's Renewned Hats at L A Smiley & Co

Hat buyers are invited to visit L A Smiley & Co to purchase Stetsoe's renewed hats advertised in the notice. The ad promotes availability and urges customers to avail themselves of the new stock.

Stetsoe L. A. Smiley & Co

Prison Transfer Of Mrs Hamilton From May's Landing To Trenton

Mrs. Robert Eay Hamilton was moved from May’s Landing to Trenton by a roundabout route to avoid publicity. The Sheriff and escort accompanied her under tense conditions arriving at 3:30 pm. She entered the New Jersey State Prison in a tailored dress and blue wrap, face veiled, and expressed gratitude to the Sheriff and his wife after being led to a cell.

Robert Eay Hamilton Stancy New Jersey May's Landing Trenton Hamilton Red Bank Amboy New Jersey Central Bound Brook Acita Tam Johnson Madden Lee Patterson Bee Prison Henelf Boney

Corpral Kelp Buried Amid Military Honors

Corpral Mishael Keefe of Company B is laid to rest after a period of military ceremony. The event honors his service as troops and community members attend the burial.

Mishael Keefe

Two of a Kind in Fort Wayne Train Mishap

Fr Wayne Hans Edgent fell under a smoke car at Superior the Ft Wayne yesterday and had his dag badly crushed. Jerry Collins also fell from a frei train on the Ft Wayne road in As terday, and had his foot and leg is married and lives on Sturgeon rect.

Hans Edgent Superior Ft. Wayne Jerry Collins Frei Ft. Wayne Road Asterday Sturgeon Rect

Charles Schultz Departs City Owes Creditors

Charles Schultz, a waiter at Miller's on Fifth Avenue, abruptly left town. He borrowed five and ten dollars from many acquaintances last week, leaving several waiters out of pocket. It is believed Schultz returned to Germany, his country of origin.

Charles Schultz Miller's Fifth Avenue Schults Germmany

SuspectedElopment Involving John Carrington

John Carrington of Webster Avenue left yesterday for Wheeling claiming work there. A woman reported to Inspector McAleese that he and Ida Pete may be involved, asking for investigation as she fears for his whereabouts.

John Carrington Webster Avenue Wheeling Mra Ton Inspector McAleese Ida Pete Se

Presbyterian ministers doubt quoted Rev McCosh confession revision

Presbyterian ministers doubt the quoted wording of Dr. McCosh on revising the Confession of Faith. They are not inclined to endorse the ex-college president's ideas.

McCosh

Placing the Lights in the Tower Yesterday

Incandescent lights were installed in the tower to illuminate the four dials. The reconverted mechanism will render the clock hands visible at night.

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