Fire destroys Liberty Street building in Pittsburg blaze
A four story brick building at 857 Liberty street owned by James Lockhart burned after 6 PM. B. F. Veach paper sacks and W. T. Chatter crockeryware occupied the lower floors. three alarms, heavy crowds, and street closures accompanied the fire. Veach stock and machinery were largely destroyed. losses partly insured. other nearby structures suffered minor damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Street
James Lockhart
B. F. Veach
W.T. Chatter
Veach
Ames
Birmingham Traction
Spring Garden
Pleasant Vailler
T. C. Jenkins
No. 155
Maul
Chatley
Liquor Dealers Face Hearings Ahead of Grand Jury
Liquor dealers charged with selling beer in less than 12 one pint bottles will be heard before Magistrate McKenna this afternoon and before Magistrate Gripp on the 20th inst. Police su p r intendent Weir leads the action. The dealers have formed a group to challenge the new law. The grand jury convenes on the 26th inst., with test cases expected to move quickly to the Supreme Court while it sits in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKenna
Gripp
Weir
Erand
Supreme Court
Synod of Western Pennsylvania to Convene in City
The Synod of the U P Church of Western Pennsylvania meets next week at Sixth U P Church Collins Street and Station Avenue for three days starting with a Tuesday evening conference. Seven Presbyteries including Big Spring Brooksville Monongahela Chartier Fort Westmoreland and Conemaugh send about 115 ministers and 11 elders. Reports from colleges under the synod and other matters will be discussed including the case of Rev. Dr Reid involved in the worrying of Rev. Dr Ewing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. P. Church of Western
Ir. Reid
Ir. Ewing
Warden Appoints Charles Kramer Jail Keeper
Warden McAleese filled one vacancy at the county jail naming Charles Kramer as keeper awaiting Prison Board ratification. Kramer, 28, six feet tall and a former police officer and blacksmith, is chosen by the warden for the post. The second vacancy is expected to be filled today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McAleese
Charles Kramer
Kramer
Fifth Avenue
Wood Street
Grant Street
Man Arrested After House Fire Set By Husband Bride
Ofeer Cooner of Allegheny, called to Lowrie street Troy Hill, reports Peter Brabus burning silk dresses and his wife clothes. Brabus, who had started a fire, was arrested and jailed as the Exposition nears closure. Royal Arcanum Day features Cappa's band to honor exhibitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ofeer Cooner
Allegheny
Lowrie Street
Troy Hill
Peter Brabus
Brabus
Royal Arcanum
Cappa
Market Street
Exposition Society
Pittsburg
Mayor Fixes Police Magistrates Hearings Times
Mayor Gourley set hearing hours for Police Magistrates with specific times for Gripp at Central station seven and eight, McKenna at No 5 eight, Leslie seven, Hyndman at No 6 seven and No 4 eight, Succop at No 7 seven and No 8 o clock. Prisoners forfeits must appear at GAS o clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gourley
Gripp
Central
McKenna
Leslie
Hyndman
Succop
Diphtheria and Scarlatina Prevalent Across Localities
Diphtheria and scarlatina are prevalent and more widespread than a few weeks ago. In the past ten days nearly 109 new cases were reported to the Bureau of Health. Yesterday five new cases of scarlatina and 15 of diphtheria were recorded. Neither disease is confined to a single locality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Health
Revered preacher Dr. Wilbur F Crafts visits Toledo Sunday
The Rev Dr Wilbur F Crafts of New York preached on Sabbath desecration at the Eighth U P Church Sunday and left yesterday for Toledo He plans to return to New York in a few days
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilbur F. Crafts
New York
U. Pp
Toledo
Best Governed City Cited For Sunday Law Observance
A local report notes that many friends in the city know little about the crusade against ee. The article quotes a spokesperson claiming the city is the best governed in observing Sunday laws in the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sburg
Pittsburg Public Schools enroll largest pupil total
The Central Board of Education reported a historic enrollment of 25 438 pupils, 731 more than last September and 700 above any previous total, with 612 teachers to instruct them. New hires include J H Apple as assistant professor of mathematics and sciences and Thomas W Eicher as engineer plumber at the High School.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Board of Education
Reisfar
Luckey
Wood
J. H. Apple
Thomas W. Eicher
Charles Loury
John B. Wellens
Apple
Eicher
Homewood
Washington
Sterrett
Ralston
Highland
Oakland
Liberty
Accidental death verdicts in two cases at Verons and the aint
The coroner's jury ruled accidental death for Richard Butiler killed by a train at Verons and for William RCODEM who fell from a window at the aint. Also notes extendions, society meetings, and local incidents including a burglary at Haworth and Shur on Kearns road and a demented man found near Forbes street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Butiler
Verons
William Rcodem
Aint
Four Ambulance Calls Reported No Serious Injuries
Yesterday four people were hurt in Allegheny area incidents. Brockixe John Blocking, a one year old, fell from a wagon on Bradford Street and broke both legs. Kevusor Edward Kellinger, a boy about ten, was struck by an electric car. a foot bruise resulted. Andrew Mutzeo, a laborer, severed his right leg by plate iron. Mercy Hospital treated him. John McCormick, 74, was knocked by a streetcar wheel, bruised and internally injured. he was taken home for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Electric
Brockixe
John Blocking
Bradford Street
Southside
Allentown
Kevusor
Edward Kellinger
Pennsylvania Avenue
Allegheny
Gener Hospital
Mrvzzo
Andrew Mutzeo
Moorhead
Mercy Hospital
McCormick
John McCormick
Liberty Street
Penn Avenue
Fooling With The Law In Chartiers District Jail Hearings
A string of arrests fills the pages with locals jailed on surety of the peace charges. Vincrxta Deverrio and Hypou McCottoves are held for hearings. several others face magistrates as witnesses report disturbances at a Fox mine and Newsboys Union concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vincrxta Deverrio
Chanles Geimes
Ciantes Kerry
Chartiers
Death of Mrs Mary Zellers At 99 South Eleventh Street
Mrs Mary Zellers aged 52 of 99 South Eleventh street died suddenly at 5 yesterday afternoon. She had been ill for some time, but her illness was not believed serious. Dr Riggs said she died from general debility partly due to overuse of patent medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Zellers
South Eleventh Street
Riggs
Voters Fractured Over Tate Proclamation At Election
Sheriff McCleary defends the Tate proclamation as complete though polling places remain unsettled. Republican and Democratic headquarters report quiet campaigns with meetings planned, while concerns rise about possible disfranchisement in several wards and districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Straightout
Republican
Tarentum
J. S. Robb
J. K. Porter
Alhambra Hall
Moorhead
Will- Srp Walls
L. K. Porter
J. M. Foster
Royle
Kennedy
Marshall
McCleary
Blaine May Not Run in 1892 Nomination
World's Fair Commissioner Massey of Delaware, a Republican nominee defeated by one vote for Senator, rode the Limited to Chicago. He doubts Blaine will accept the nomination and backs Harrison if not. Massey predicts McKinley’s Ohio campaign victory and notes strong foreign interest in the fair. The 130 acre site may cost 17 million dollars before opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massey
Delaware
Chicago
Bisine
Blaine
Harrison
Ohio
Sanaa
Foraker
Sherman
McKinley
World's Fair Commission
Board of Control
Great Britain
Germany
Italy
Delegates Named for Constitutional Conventions
The article notes limited enthusiasm for a Constitutional Convention with few politicians showing interest. It lists the elected delegates of multiple district conventions including Forty-fifth Senatorial John A. Bell presiding and Alexander Gilfillan and George L. Cake as delegates, Forty-second district with Feag Patterson and D. E. B. Oliver elected by acclamation, Forty-third district C H Magee and Charles H McKee, Forty-fourth district Dr Robert Black and John D Shafer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradley
John A. Bell
Alexander Gilfillan
George L. Cake
McKeesport
John D. Shafer
Sharpsburg
Seventh Randall Club Anniversary Concert Planned
The Randall Club marks its seventh anniversary with an tomorrow evening event featuring Prof. Kirk's class and a volunteer chorus of over 30. A week later the Schmerts and others are listed to perform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randall Club
Kirk
Schmerts
Ewart Orchestra Plans Concert Feature at Randall Club
The Ewart orchestra will present a concert described as an agreeable feature. The Randall Club is praised for its good work in refining and supporting political engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ewart Orchestra
Randall Club
Democratic Traveler Sees McKinley Favored in Ohio
RS Myers reports on a westward journey noting Ohio leans toward McKinley in the election. He cites Campbell as a strong speaker yet says tariff concerns favor the Republican candidate. He notes Indiana typically favors Democrats and predicts a tight national contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RS. Myers
McKinley
Ohio
Campbell
Indiana
A LIVELY LITTLE TIME AT ALDERMAN'S OFFICE
In an alderman McNierney office dispute Arch ie Rowand and John J Fisher Jr clashed after a l ate hour altercation. Rowand sustained a gash and black eye while Fisher and Rowand exchanged blows. Paper weights and a heavy glass object were raised but not struck. Police were summoned as the quarrel escalated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archie Rowand
John J. Fisher, Jr
John J. Fisher, Sr
Mr. Rowand
Fisher
Young Fisher
Verona
Rowand
James Mitchel
Alderman McNierney
Juniors Plan Meadville Demonstration Trip
Jr O U A M members secure a special train to Meadville for a statewide demonstration. The train leaves Pittsburgh Union Station at 7 30 am and returns Saturday evening, with a 225 round trip fare. Pittsburgh Council 17 and brass band will attend, amid renewed concerns over donated school flags and state council actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meadville
Union Depot
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania Company
Allegheny
Rochester
New Brighton
Leavin Meadville
State Council
Money Easy in the West And Pullman Official Sightings
George H. Browne of the Pullman Company rode the limited last night. He noted the double locked street car recently shown in Chicago and expected its exhibition at the upcoming street railway men’s convention. Browne said money was easy in the West with abundant harvests and rapid circulation. He believed the general outlook brighter than commonly conceded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Browne
Pullman Company
Chicago
Charles Pullman
Browne
Latest French pattern hats on display
Our opening of September delayed by fire. we plan a display on Thursday and Friday October 15-16 at Giles locations 92 94 96 Federal street Allegheny and 56 Sixth street Pittsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giles
Federal Street
Allegheny
Sixth Street
Pittsburg
Safe deposit vaults offer security at Farmers National Bank
A promotional note urges keeping valuables safe in the bank vaults at 66 Fourth Avenue with strong vaults good ventilation light and spacious rooms. Boxes available from five dollars and up. Also mentions Jos Horne Co stores and an advertisement on page two about fine furs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers
National Bank
Fourth Avenue
Jos. Horne & Co
Peon Avenue
Farmers’ Deposit National Bank
Harvest for Hotels in Pittsburg Shows Big Month
Pittsburg hotels report a surge in business with about 25 000 travelers monthly across major houses. Nine principal hotels logged over 23 606 arrivals in September, generating substantial transient revenue and signaling potential room for more capacity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Shreffler
Seventh Avenue
Hostieries
Anderson
Monongahela
Duquesne
Schlosser
Grand Millinery Opening and Carpet Sale Teasers
An advertisement spread promotes a grand millinery opening with French pattern hats and a carpet sale. It highlights Nottinghams lace curtains from Jos. Horne & Co and a wide curtain room selection at low prices. The notice mentions Druggist pricing for Chamberlains Cough Remedy and multiple store campaigns in Allegheny and Pittsburgh.
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Nottingham
Brussels
Jos. Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
New Fall and Winter Dress Goods Advertised by H Lynch
Elegant stock includes camel hair plaids serges henriettas cashmeres and cashmere robes. Exposition visitors urged to inspect. Also advertised springs and mattresses by Jos Horne Co and new jackets capes and markets at Rosenbaum Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynch
Market Street
Rosenbaum & Co.'s
Grand Lodge A O U W Holds Annual Session in Pittsburgh
The Grand Lodge A O U W met in Pittsburgh in an annual session at Veteran Legion Hall with over 200 lodges present. Grand Master Workman Maloney presided as reports were read including the 1890 receipts of 1,619.95 and 252,000 paid to beneficiaries. Delegates will take a boat excursion later today and resume work tomorrow morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Lodge A
U. W
Veteran Legion Hall
Sixth Avenue
Workman Maloney
McNair Ried
Pittsburg
A Bargain Man Caught Cited in Mail Fraud Case
United States Commissioner McCandless held Philip M. Richards in $1,000 bail for court on a charge of using the mails to defraud. Post Office Inspector McCalmont identified Richards of Brookville P. for sending circulars soliciting agents to sell worthless patent ink powder and corn planters, with samples priced at one and two dollars. Richards recently wed the daughter of the Brookville Methodist Church presiding elder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
McCandless
Philip M. Richards
Post Office
McCalmont
Richards
Brookville
Methodist Church
Confidence men arrested at depot in Montour Junction
Mat Kline and Charles Laffey were arrested at the Pittsburg and Lake Erie depot with W. Silley, a Montour Junction farmer. Officer Schuch and Sprant believed the pair attempted bunko on Silley. Silley admitted he and another man were taken into a freight yard and tried to steal $57. he was held as a witness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Crosby
Anderson
Mat Kline
Charles Laffey
W. Silley
Montour Junction
Lake Erie
Schuch
Sprant
Curtains and Lace Curtains Fall Importations at Low Prices
Hucus and Hacks announce fall importations featuring nottingham and scotch lace curtains in guipure Brussels and floral effects with yard and pair prices, real Irish point lace curtains, tambour lace, genuine Brussels lace, lace bed sets, chenille portieres, satine covered Eider Down comfort, and novelties in eider pillows and head rests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nottingham
Scotce
Guipure
Brussels
Aedges
October Weddings Prompt Cabinet Makeover Tables
A fragment notes BELC A BRAC and cabinetry changes for October weddings. The terse line mentions cut glow cabinets and tables as a decor or setup element. No clear event or full details are available in the readable text.
Fine Furs Offerings Highlight Best Fur Garments
A brief retail note touts high quality fur garments and the savings to customers by choosing the best available furs, emphasizing lasting value and selection.
Fur Goods Parade Highlights Finest Finish and Variety
Our Fur Department presents the handsomest fur goods with superior finish and quality and shows them in the largest variety available.
FUR CAPES Capture Fall Style in New Military Lengths
Fashion notes highlight fur capes as must have items for early fall. The feature describes close fitting and medium length styles along with new 27 and 30 inch military cape lengths.
Fur Lined Cloth Garments Offer Varied Winter Styles
Prominent department showcases fur lined jackets capes and wraps inspired by London and Paris trends. Alaska seal garments feature carefully selected skins and limited quantities, with embraces of Ermine and White Thibet wraps. Large stock of fur capes and seal jackets guaranteed by maker and retailer.
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London
Paris
Alaska
Bargain Dress Patterns Offer Savings Highlights
A retailer boasts deep discounts on dress patterns priced at 10, 11, 13 and 15.50 dollars. The ad promises savings of one dollar on every five patterns and urges customers to view the special value patterns described as wonderful bargains.
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Pittsburgh Allegheny
P. Synod
Neminra
City News
Wi Xrysarms Council
Duquesne Traction One
Young Men's Christian Association
Trieves
Charles Haworth
Andrew Shur
Kearns Road
Board of Managers of the Humane Society
Eee
J. M. Cameo
C.wens
Levi Line
Casares Comstock
J. N. Mansfield
Ile
Ngainst Mansfeld
Omeer Kenney
Fourteenth Ward
Ilo Tars
Frank Snider
Reed Street
Wiruash Hacemwem
Charles Jacobs
Alderman Flack
A. R. Pohlman
White Hat
Coop
Eseces
Sanecteoene
Aseven
Sese Ss
Tate
Diamond Street
Kraus
Larkin
Twin Cities
Kinley
Crawford County
Chamberlain
the People's Store
Camp Ben. & Dick
Jos, Horne & Co
Boces & Bust
U. W. Grand Lodge
Custom House
Edward Schauer
Ocki Wan
Hucus & Hacks
Portieres
Eider
Fifth Ave
Market St Oollewrsu
E. P. Roberts & Son
Market
Isaac Sprage
Glenfield
Housea
FUR Department
FUR Capes
Ocié
Market ST
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