Musicians fallout over broken contract at Grand Opera House
Tense interview between Manager E D Wilt and M M P U president C W Rube reveals a rift after Wilt withdraws the Grand Opera House Orchestra from the union over alleged contract breaches. The dispute centers on whether extra musicians should be supplied and by whom as meetings and potential actions loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Musical Mutual Protective Union
E. D. Wilt
Grand Opera House
C. W. Rube
Wilt
Rube
Rudolph Aronson
Brigands
M. P
Schwartz
Grand Orchestra
Euhe
Evhe
Orchestra Unions Rift Deepens as Wilt Drops M M P U
Manager Wilt withdraws his Grand Orchestra from the M M P U amid disputes over loyal by law adherence and outside musicians. He warns substitutes jeopardize the group’s reputation and hints Bijou and Academy orchestras may also sever ties. Officials cite a broken contract and possible death blow to the union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilt
Bijou
Academy
Licensed to Sell Drugs Examinations Too Severe
Twenty-two of sixty three applicants for registered pharmacist licenses passed the examination before the Pharmaceutical Board in session this week, with twenty six qualifying as resistant pharmacists. Thirty eight applicants hailed from the local area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pharmaceutical Board
Relics of History Inspectors Find Dangerous Buildings in Point Pittsburg
Building Inspectors Hoffman and Brown toured Pittsburg's Point district identifying at least 50 structures needing safety examinations. The finds, in the Schenley area, include dilapidated homes built in the old Jackson frame style with risks of collapse. They faced hostility from a resident with a broom and watched youths gamble as they moved through narrow courts and alleys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wirhou
Hoffman and
Brown
Pittsburg
Point District
Department of Public Safety
Schenley
Warden & Nicholson
General Washington
Jackson
Law and Order
Recalled Case Links Disorderly Conduct to Pittsburgh Bank Robbery
An 1872 disorderly conduct charge in Philadelphia led to a Southside Pittsburgh bank robbery discovery. Bonds worth 21000 and 700 in stamps were stolen from Iron and Glass Savings Bank on 1203 Carson Street. The thief's arrest followed after a missing bond surfaced in Philadelphia, traces led to New York, and he returned the property for a three year penitentiary sentence while the woman involved died heartbroken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Southside
Pittsburg
Iron and Glass Savings Bank
Carson Street
Philip Hoerr
Ge — Ye
Philip Demmel
Birmingham
Burke
Demme
Central Station
Dummell
New York
Marriage license mix up delays Irish groom in Cincinnati
An elderly man arrived at the license office after learning Patrick Duddy had obtained a license to wed Miss Lide Lally in the Thirty-fourth ward. Duddy claimed he was 21. his father disputed the age and birthplace arguing the groom was not yet 20 and born in Ireland. The father sought to halt the ceremony but was told the license could not be refused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick Duddy
Lide Lally
Duddy
Cincinnati
Ireland
Father McTighe
Teachers Excursion to Rhododendron Park Draws Hundreds
The teachers excursion organized by the school to Rhododendron Park on the Bells Gap and Pennsylvania Railroads drew over 400 participants including mistresses principals and pupils. A six coach special train led by Passenger Agent Daniel Domer conveyed the group with a five hour park stay and a return trip to the city at 10 o clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhododendron Park
Pennsylvania
Bells Gap
Daniel Domer
Bells Gap Road
Barid dentist item unclear name and place
Fragments show a Pittsburg Pennsylvania street reference and a medical note about throat diseases. Details are incomplete, making exact person, organization, or event uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. M. Barra
Pittsburg
Far
Peons
River shippers push to force Wheeling bridge work
A noon meeting at Time Coal Company on Water Street brought river shippers and bridge builders together to discuss the Wheeling and Lake Erie bridge over the Ohio River at Wheeling. Plans include closing one span to finish the eastern end while keeping the central span for fall navigation, prompting possible legal action and high-level political lobbying if an amicable agreement cannot be reached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Time Coal Company
Water Street
B. Rodgers
Cramp
D. B. Blackburn
I. N. Bunton
Baird Brothers
Wheeling and Lake Erie
Ohio River
Wheeling
Baird
Wheeling Ridge
Cote
Terday
Bridge Company
Louisville
Wsington
Bayne
Proctor
Pleasant Valley Railway Avoids War Over Crossing
Court routine report shows Citizens Traction Company seeks injunction to stop Federal Street and Pleasant Valley from laying a crossing at Penn avenue and Ninth street. Federal Street and Pleasant Valley assert their right to cross and delay work until court decision, expecting victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens Company
Allegheny Traction Company
Federal Street
Pleasant Valley
Citizens Iion
Penn Avenue
Ninth Street
George Wilson
Citizens Traction Company
Federal Street and
Pleasant Valley Company
Graham
W. A. Stone
D. T. Watson
George L Drum Charged With Embezzling Peckham Funds
George L Drum was charged yesterday with embezzling 2130.40 dollars from H Peckham, while acting as agent on a Brad dock water works contract. He was committed to jail in default of bail. The case references a July authorization to cash 1800 dollars for O Neil Pipe Company. Drum has long held a good reputation, and friends expect to prove his innocence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George L. Drum
H. Peckham
Gripp
Peckham
Braddock Water Works
Drum
O'Neil Pipe Company
Two Clergymen Heard by Conference Relations Panel
The Committee on Conference Relations of the M E Conference met with two cases Rev J C Castle and Rev T J Shaffer. Castle was recommended for location with supernumerary status for the year. Shaffer was recommended to be confined to supernumerary relations. An annual missionary sermon by Rev E J Knox drew a large crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Conference
J. C. Castle
T. J. Shatier
Permits Filed for New Buildings in Pittsburg
Building records show Leonard Rauwolf secured a permit for a three story brick store and dwelling at 5936 Penn Avenue, Twentieth ward, valued at $10,000. E M Hill received two permits for two story brick dwellings on Marzaretta Street, Nineteenth ward, each costing $10,000, and Sarah J Jamison obtained a permit to build a five two story frame dwelling on Avenue, Nineteenth ward, with costs to be determined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonard Rauwolf
Penn Avenue
Twentieth Ward
E. M. Hill
Marzaretta Street
Nineteenth Ward
Sarah J. Jamison
Andesmit
Avenue
Southside Hospital Site Still Undetermined and Plans Underway
Promoters say a site for the Southside hospital has not been chosen. Estimates are being taken on properties and titles are being examined. Board members emphasize careful study before any movement and deny claims of an advertising scheme or staff purges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southside Hospital
Ple
Southside
J. M. Duff
Old Borough Path Fades as Lawrenceville Narrow Walk Is Widened
The Seventeenth ward loses its last mark of the old borough identity a narrow sidewalk on Forty Second street above Butler street. An ordinance approved by the Mayor calls for widening the east side of Forty Second street from Butler to Davison. The row of houses was built on the footpath before the street was laid out and their presence now narrows the path, necessitating widening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrenceville
Forty-second Street
Butler Street
Davison Street
Prized strawberries and local crime mix in Emsworth notes
A box of fine October strawberries left by James Crawford at a local office signals a exceptional harvest at his Emsworth vines. Separate reports cover arrests by Officer Kennedy of Albert McMillen for assault on Mary Brenan, with brother Edward implicated, plus local incidents including a hog theft, Cadet company organization, parade mishap, suit over bed clothes, and multiple city notices and accidents with injuries and deaths in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Crawford
Emsworth
Crawford
Kennepy
Allegheny
Albert McMillen
Mary Brenan
McAfillen
Edward McMillen
Selee
Peter Wisk
Wildwood
Wise
Buckster
H. F. Johnston
F. C. Hodkinson
National Cadets
Washington Infantry
McGume
Pennsy
Knights Templar
Washington
McGuire
Annie Kane
Annie Evans
Mary Kane
Thomas Robinson
Jones’ Avenue
Annie
Robinson
Waverly Society
D. 5S
Thompson
Buena Vista Targery Carn Ave
Copeland
Fred Westphal
McClure Avenue
Republican County Committee
McCutcheon
Lawrenceville
Risher
Charles E. Swanson
Suters Station
Baltimore
Ohio
Fred Cuppy
M. J. Alger
West Liberty Borough
Mr. Alger
Recreation Park
Michail Joyce
M Tc Brokaw
James Gray
Dean
Alderman Porter
Gray
Signatures in Public Service and Historical Forgeries
City Controller E. S. Morrow signs about 1,000 times weekly for public warrants spending about 100 hours yearly on his signature. The piece explores how signatures vary yet retain recognizable traits, cites the Bond of Friendship case and Herron Foster’s failed facsimile, and discusses the limits of signature automation versus forgery risks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrow
William eCully
Herron Foster
Edmond Eiffel and Alfonse Gre Tour U S Industrial Vistas
Edmond Eiffel and Alfonse Gre of Paris, guests at Seventh Avenue, toured Northern New York and Chicago visiting rail facilities and Pullman shops. The visitors praised American rail travel, noted European vitality, and spoke of plans for a future tower design in Athens reflecting their profession. They depart for Europe soon after a broad tour of U S industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messieurs
Edmond Eiffel
Alfonse Gre
Paris
France
Seventh Avenue
Monsieur Eiffel
Monaieur Gre
States
New York
Victoria
Pittsburg
Esse Eardan
M. Liffel
Athens
Greece
Mongre
America
Europe
Pullman
Uere
Ghee
Farmers Debate Canning Factory Viability in City
George H. Beckert argues against a local canning plant citing corn prices and market competition while noting potential for tomatoes. He cites Allegheny county farmers' high land costs, low markets, and cider vinegar prices, suggesting education and equipment could boost production with cheaper processing like apple butter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Beckert
Pittsburg
Allegheny County
Pennsylvania
Hither and Thither News Roundup
Bernhard Remark and his two sons return from a four month Europe tour including Germany and Paris Exposition. President Campbell of the Window Glass Workers' Association reports resolved differences in Eastern and Northern districts. Barr McIntosh joins Arthur Rehan Company and claims his big hit. Willis J. Hulings of Oil City stays at the Monongahela. W P Read of Chicago visits the Anderson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernhard Remark
Peter B
Jacob
Southside
Europe
Germany
Paris
Remark
America
Campbell
Window Glass Workers’ Association
D. Patterson
Cleveland
Elmira
Claremont
Anderson
Barr McIntosh
Arthur
Runaway Horse Crash on Penn Avenue Injures Couple
Henry Fairbush of Southside drove with a lady when the bit loosened, the horse reared and bolted down Penn Avenue. The vehicle struck a lamp at Twelfth Street, occupants thrown and bruised, Liberty Street captured near Twenty-sixth Street with minor injuries, the lady swooned but recovered after an hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Fairbush
Southside
Penn Avenue
Twelfth Street
Sixteenth Street
Liberty Street
Twenty-sixth Street
Mr C Kimberland reports Marion county thrives without rail links
Mr C Kimberland notes Marion county West Virginia has abundant beef cattle weighing 1400 to 2000 pounds and hay, with limited grain due to market costs. Cattle fetch 31% on foot, driving adds small cost, while railroads may bring wealth from Pittsburg trade, though locals may remain wary of change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Kimberland
Marion County
W. Va
Washington County
Kimberland
Pittsburg
Surgeons Admire Rare Electrial Apparatus at Exposition
The report highlights Dr. Waite of New York showcasing advanced surgical machinery at the Exposition. The piece notes the devices' beauty and rarity, with Waite indicating use of electricity for operations and naming several colleagues and places connected to the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waite
New York
Mae Electrical
Dre
MoCana
Jos. Dickson
X. O. Werder
Lippincott
Christy
Haworth
Hazel
Eg Coates
Sloan
Monday Sale Deep Discounts on Fine Overcoats
A Monday sale advertises $14 men’s imported melton and kersey overcoats with silk or silk faced options in new shades. Includes $22, $25, and $30 garments, limit one per buyer. corner Grant and Diamond streets opposite the new Court House. Also promotes various shops and nearby services in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cor. Grant and
Diamond Sts
New Court House
Gas Shortage Highlights Transport Limits in Gas Lines
Wesley 8 Guffey warns that abundant goods cannot reach markets without adequate pipeline capacity. He cites Southwest lines with an 8 inch main over part of the route and larger sections at 10 and 12 inches, noting the 8 inch line could not serve all consumers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guffey
Uniontown
Uniontown Gas Fuel Company
Collector Warmcastle Discusses Office Occupancy
Collector Warmcastle stated he has not decided on holding both the Internal Revenue Collectorship and the Council manic office. He said he does not desire to hold all offices in the city but would hear of any impropriety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Warmcastle
Internal Revenue Collectorship
Councilmanic
Retail and catalog snippets from Allegheny ads
A collage of store notes shows Thea Nectar Tea and sale reminders for blankets dresses and undergarments at Busy Bee Hive. Ads list Broad New Organ at 44 dollars and offerings from Ecuois, McMunerar & Co at 133 Sandusky St, Allegheny, plus Gusky’s garments and cabinet photos for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixth and
Liberty
Ecuois, McMunerar & Co
Sandusky St
Allegheny
Marshells Cash Grocer Offers Low Prices and Fast Delivery
An Allegheny Sandusky street grocery touts mail order service for distant customers. The ad claims a 50 percent business boom, promises same day shipping and expanded staff, and urges readers to try the service to save money on groceries. It lists Ohio street corners and advertises weekly price lists and low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Sandusky
Ohiost
White sewing machines shipped to distant points
Last week Messrs J Kevan & Co sent two White sewing machines to far destinations Rev E E Fife in Jhelum Punjab British India and Rev Wm M Nichol in Mansoorah Egypt another was sent to Japan These shipments accompany praise for the White brand with medals and advertisements noting prominent dealers and easy payment plans
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. J. Kevan & Co
Sixth Street
E. E. Fife
Jhelum
Punjab
British India
Wm. M. Nichol
Mansoorah
Egypt
Japan
Kovad & On
Fiesim
B and B advertising grand sale of silks and cloaks
Broad, vivid sales pitch touts Silks Dream Goods and Cloak Departments with Black Gros Grains Mohair fabrics and Black Silk Warp Cashmeres. Promises samples by request and showcases vast stock from jackets to boys wear with prices up to premium lines and 5 to 7 yard mohair pieces. Highlights include Silks, Mohair fabrics, cloaks, blankets, and Eiderdown comforts.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mr. Will
Leblich
Gallwitzer
Beckert
Musser
Freibertheiser
Ruhe
Eube
New Musical Union
EK. of L
M. M.P.U
H. Ratthay
Mollie
Mar- Fringe
Allegheny Mountains
Pittsboro
Pleasant Valley Railway
George Drum
The
Committee On Conference Relations
George Hoeveler
Baltimore and Ohio
Lee Hamilton
Sewickley
Davis
Crafton
Matthias B. Sharp
Ft. Wayne
Laurel Station
Laurel
Geroune
Malachi O'Donnell
Jacob Sharphith
Fifth Avenue
James Fox, Jr
James F’ox
Aldertean Leslie
Center Avenue
Overhill Street
Mantis Sherrier
West Penn Hospital
Samuel McMasters
Alderman Burns
Paul Won
Ania
Andy McAlone
Warner
Alfred Kline
Alvis Kettleman
Jacob Bossell
Alderman Leslie
Elmer Dickson
Miller
Grover TetcHoLm
Charles Seckieman
Squire Beskleman
John Flannigan
Peter Conrad Yes
Alderman Doughty
MR. E
Mr. Fairbush
MR. C. Kimberland
West Virginian
Aceanlt
Edward Groetzinger
Schoenthal
Penn Ave
Rosenbaum
Aufrecht
Market Street
Inter
Pi ‘S
Wood St
Fiee
Hauch’s
Wesley
Warmcastle
Thea
Gusky
Marshell
BG. Hieber & Bro
Wood Street
H. Klebers
Eat Banco Ced
Eklebers
Klebers
Avery
Gabler
Mellor
Hoene
Ned
Ealiber
Panes Hardman
Krakauer
Harrington
Rae Palace
Chase
Chicago
United States
Horns
Rissu
Eli Tien
Pdy Hc
Taft
Carte Epeies
Dos
Lies
Ussu
Saxony
Cambrons
Miner Sik
Nal
Biber & Easton
Gos
Hoys
Fauntlerous
Ementon
Bradley
Bruges & Bull
Federal St
Allegheeny
R. J. Horner & CO
Land & West
Artistic Furniture
London
Vienna
Eden Muses
J. A. Gallinger
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