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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1891
Page
5
A Presbyterian body reviews proposed changes to the Confession, debating wording on predestination sowie free will and the Holy Spirit. Members request clarifications, propose substitutions, and endorse consolidation while emphasizing sovereignty and human responsibility.
Yesterday's accidents were not serious. Four incidents are reported: John Bousch, Italian, crushed by a derrick at South First Street foot. he was taken to Southside Hospital. Orenutt of Lawrence had foot crushed by wagon gear and returned home. Frank Wilson burned by hot metal at Moorhead Drift furnace. Walter Berringer of Wahah ington Street broke his arm jumping from a tire plug.
Public sale of over 150000 dollars worth of newly manufactured men and boys clothing at 85 cents on the dollar to settle creditors. Sale at 719 721 Liberty Street at Wood Street head in former Arbuthnot Stephenson building. Doors open Friday at 8 am.
City officials weigh transforming the Fifth Avenue Smithfield Street post office site into a grand city hall with police headquarters while the Central station faces lease to private interests. Prominent Pittsburg firm seeks the building for a large business block, sparking debates over Congress action and city finances.
Rev C E St John was installed as pastor of the Unitarian Church at Ross and Diamond streets. The ceremonies featured sermons by Rev T Slicer of Buffalo and Rev F L Hosmer of Cleveland. The event included charges to the pastor and to the congregation with concluding services planned for the evening.
A well known traveling man claims a systematic robbery of street mail boxes in Washington D C. He states a theft has been occurring for some time with at least $500 and several negotiable notes stolen. Police suspect a department employee, with the Secret Service handling the case to catch the culprit.
Richard Scott slowly improved after being stabbed by his brother in a billiard hall Monday. Police Superintendent Weir filed felonious cutting charges against Edward Scott before Alderman Gripp, with jail awaiting an October 26 hearing. Weir also filed charges against Andrew Joericke for shooting Oscar Joericke Sunday night, with a hearing set before Alderman Mckenna Friday.
An error in last night’s papers prompted a public correction about a forthcoming sale of tailored clothing at 646 Liberty Street on the corner of Liberty and Sixth Avenue. The organizers deny branches elsewhere and promise a legitimate sale at one third of actual value starting tomorrow morning.
Blaine on a navigable river with valley of factories and safe works nearing completion promises large employment. Company invites everyone to visit and investigate resources and offers free tickets at 129 Fourth Avenue.
Politicians seek clarity on who pays for and prints ballots for a proposed constitutional convention. Secretary Harrity’s circular outlines separate tickets for delegates at large and district delegates, but funding and distribution remain unresolved. In Allegheny County, officials have ordered blanks and anticipate distributing tickets to gauge public sentiment.
J. J. Miller argues that the Straightout, Regular, and county committees have halted plans to field a full ticket. He praises the consolidation as prudent and predicts unified action leading into the election.
Mr Neeb warns that the next Legislature may or may not pass the appropriation bill and that the Governor will likely veto it. He says the outlook is not pleasant and stresses the need for action to fund us.
George A. Jenks ex United States solicitor from Brookville Pa visited Pittsburg and Washington on private business. He predicted Wright and Tilden’s election if Pennsylvanians stay honest and noted a judicial dispute in his district with Heath Clark favored by W W Barr and Frank Hindman pressing for candidacy.
Chairman Brennan struggles to locate a suitable site for the headquarters. He has clerks working on poll books in his office and plans to open at Fourth avenue and Cherry alley this afternoon. He said campaign affairs are progressing well.
Gronor Catx was held for court yesterday by Mayor Wyman for stealing $15. Hangy Hitt was arrested yesterday for assaulting Kate Seip. Epwann Kranxs got a sentence to the workhouse yesterday mort for attempting to rob a man. Faaxx Breeen in jail awaiting a hearing on October 18 on a serious charge. Kats Monnisr sent to the police station for a herring before Alderman Leslie. Mrs Many Sneepy committed to jail on a charge selling liquor without license. Bridget Buttleys was the prosecutrix. A hearing will be had today. Cnantes Sixsyx and Angust Funk waived a hearing and entered bail for trial yesterday. Mike Cremensai under bonds for assault and battery. The fight arose from a christening at Cremenski home last Saturday. Corer oy Powice Pitz telegraphed to arrest Charles Maddaugh for larceny if found in the city. Officer A Brown found him and locked him up. Worth sent to Jeannette. The charge basis remains unknown.
Rev. John A. Dowie, president of the International Divine Healing Association, will lead a series of meetings starting Monday October 11 at Liberty Street M. E. Church. Two preludes for ministers and church officers are set for Friday October 9 at 3 PM and 7 PM.
At the regular monthly meeting tomorrow night the Randall Club will host a reception for the Supreme Court justices now in Pittsburg. A brilliant party is expected at the clubhouse. Prof. T. Kirk will attend with the goal of organizing an orchestra from club members.
The Allegheny County Republican Executive Committee will meet in the Common Council chamber at Municipal Hall on Saturday afternoon to formally open the county campaign and organize a vigorous fight.
Senator John Neeb of this city said yesterday the proposal for an extra Senate session is not likely to be very expensive to the state and indicated plans to go there next.
Pitesburg Pennsylvania Wednesday October 7 1871 The Leading Drygoods House Jos Hornes Co Penn Avenue Stores showcases extensive stock of jackets and cloth coats with prices from five to fifty dollars Highlighted items include plain black cheviot reefers satin linings astrakhan trimmings and mink collar models Also featured are light and medium weight black jackets suitable for mourning and elderly ladies plus new English tweed coats and Newmarkets in heaviest cloths and felts with guaranteed fit.
JOS. HORNE & CO. P. S. extends a millinery opening and silk reception this week. Visit the store for new dress goods and silk selections as the event continues. Stakeholders invite shoppers to explore seasonal styles and fabrics in the current sale event.
The store promotes an excellent assortment of novelties including Bedford Cords Sarah Twills French and English Serges Cheviots Angoras and various fabrics with a complete mourning line and Courtauld Drapes. It claims the largest city stock and offers direct-from-mill value across grades plus white and scarlet blankets at $4 5 and 6 500 per pair and fancy blankets for wrappers.
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