Trade boom from Exposition boosts Pittsburgh business network
A dispatch tour of five leading stores reports strong gains from the Exposition with Kaufmanns attributing 40 to 70 percent increases and new customers from 500 miles away. Hotels and railroads also note higher occupancy and heavier baggage on routes into the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaufmanner
L. Kaufmann
Pittsburg
Chicago
Cincinnati
St. Louis
New York
Boston
Knights of Honor elect officers and hold evening address
The Knights and Ladies of Honor elected B. Lockard as Grand Protector and G. W. Miller as Vice Grand Protector among others. A reception in Lafayette Hall followed with Major E. A. Montooth delivering a welcome and a brief lodge history. Officers were installed by James A. Pain as the ceremony lasted about thirty minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights and Ladies of Honor
B. Lockard
G. W. Miller
B. Goodman
W. HH. McIntire
A. Wilson
Alexander Ean
Mr. Walrick
Grand Guard
A. M. Herd
Grand Sentinel
Charles J.A
C. i. Mayen
Srestenn
Committee On
Lafayette Hall
E. A. Montooth
Pittsburg
Montooth
James A. Pain
Para
Flinn Club of Allegheny County Formed in Hill District
About five colored residents met in the Eleventh Ward schoolhouse last night to organize a Republican club, to be known as the Flinn Club of Allegheny County. Simon Harris was elected president and James W. Brooks secretary. Broadax Smith served as temporary chair after the adjournment until next Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hill
Eleventh Ward
Flinn Club
Allegheny County
Simon Harris
Ems
James W. Brooks
Broadax” Smith
Quarterly Meeting of District Assembly 3 Indorses Action
The last District Assembly 3 meeting of Knights of Labor in the K of L Hall ran 9:45 AM to 5:30 PM. Reports show a stronger district with $300 more in the treasury and 5000 new members initiated in three months. A resolution backed Illinois miners and urged assemblies to raise funds for distressed families. Committees were named, O A Williams replaced by John O'Shea as Worthy Foreman, and Joseph Evans joined the Executive Board. The molders and foundry masters dispute triggered a circular from Pittsburgh area iron and steel foundries demanding a 10 percent wage advance by October 21, with a final reply due by Saturday noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin Indorsed
Mulders
D. A
Ilinois
Nandlog
K. of S
S. Marvin
Thomas J. Madigan
James J. Montgomery
D. F. Watts
J. L. Evans
John Eastly
K. Rodgera
Annene McFarland
F. 2. Vincent
Iron and Steel Foundries
Pittsburg
Gestlemen
J. H. Burns
T. C. Trrver
Joan Loper
Jos
Shelly
C. McAllister
Little Emma Will Stay and Sends Mother Ten A Week
Hebrew Opera Company members visiting Agent O'Brien with Emma Tomasefsky testified that the child sends ten dollars weekly to her mother in New York. The father, once with the company, is said dead after being accused of false ticket returns. the Humane Society is informed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hebrew Opera Company
Forbes Street
Turner Hall
Philadelphia Humane Society
O’brien
Emma
Notable visitors and business travel through city notes
Chicago Pullman director I W Downe visits for a board meeting while in New York indifference to World Fair sites emerges. Krupp contact Herr Strohmann studies American iron and steel, praising U S industry. Judge Thomas M Cooley ill en route home as IC C considers site reports. Local officials publish city encyclopedia. Harrison ex-cook M Zieman Northeast trip. Several other travelers to and from the city include Worthy officials, clergy, and businesspeople.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. W. Downe
Chicago
Pullman Company
Windy City
New York
Downe
Jackson Park
Northwest
Quay
Don Cameron
Congress
Paul Strohman
Essen
Germany
Krupp Ordnance Factory
Herr Strohmann
Uncle Ram
Thomas M. Cooley
Inter-State Commerce Commission
Washington
Ann Arbor
Mich
Pensylvania
Old Alcohol's Grip Destroys Saloons Dying at Mercy
Mercy Hospital reports John Boden a 30 year old former Soho street saloon keeper in dire condition after fits in custody related to delirium tremens. Doctors note alcohol withdrawal and nervous collapse as cause, with officials urging cautious use of whisky in jail to prevent deaths.
Porter Denies Settlement and Alleges Innocence
Alderman Porter, absent much of yesterday, defended his 17 year career and denied any illegal settlements or extra costs. He claimed Constable Tom Carney never worked in his office and accused a judge of prompting his arrest. Reports say Carney and Porter face multiple charges with Carney possibly in Wheeling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porter
Squire
Carney
Army Armory Plan For Old Market House Facility
An ordinance to lease the Fifth avenue Market house to the Eighteenth Regiment National Guard and Battery B for long terms proposes investing at least $25 000 to remodel the building into a premier armory and drill hall. The main room would function as a convention or concert venue with seating for 10 000, boosting annual rent from 400 to at least 3 000. Chief Bigelow supports the proposal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue
Eighteenth Regiment
Bigelow
Former Allegheny officer jailed after saloon shooting
John Thompson, an ex police officer from Allegheny, shot and killed Jimmy Weeden in self defense about a year and a half ago. He was arrested last night by Detective Murphy after hurling insults and pursuing Murphy down Federal Street. A scuffle followed as Thompson was restrained and taken to the lockup wrapped in a blanket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Thompson
Allegheny
Jimmy ‘Weeden
Murphy
Thompson
Federal Street
McKnight Muddle in Timekeeper Case at Johnstown
Testimony at the McKnight claim hearing against the State centers on timekeeping and payments. McKnight received 6093 50 with 609 35 commission from the relief fund after a chaotic process. The board adjourned to meet November 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Hill
McKnight
Johnstown
Earle Gresh
Norristown
McKee
James McDowell
Hill
A. C. Brasheer
Kernville
Harrison
McKoaight
W. Hill
Coburn
Mknight
General Hastings
Mr. McKnight
Westinghouse unit to cut gas use with new burners
article discusses Fuel Gas and Electrical Engineering Company plans to supply natural gas users with fuel economizers built as burners. these would deliver the same heat while using 33 to 50 percent less gas, potentially keeping prices steady and protecting company dividends if service remains unchanged. potential impact on prices and city ahead of winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beth Purveyor
Fuel Gas and Electrical Engineering Company
Westinghouse
Washington
Ice House Burned At Bell's Station In Ligonier Valley
A large ice house on the Ligonier Valley road at Bell's Station owned largely by Booth and Flinn of this city burned from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. The facility held about 4000 tons of ice and the loss is estimated at 8000 dollars. Spontaneous combustion in the sawdust is blamed. The structure was part of the Ligonier Valley Ice Company's plant and its product was controlled by the Chautanqualee Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ligonier Valley
Bell
Chautanqualee Company
Boy Killed at Oliver & Roberts Wire Mill
Robert McKnight a 15 year old worker on Bingham Street Southside was fatally injured Tuesday night at about eleven in the Oliver and Roberts wire mill. He was caught by running wire and his leg was nearly severed before the machinery could be stopped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert McKnight
Oliver & Roberts
Bingham Street
Southside
Local items under scrutiny and small-town incidents
A mix of police actions and municipal notices: Officer Rosenblatt denied breaking a whisky bottle with his mace as a man allegedly drank it and fled. Mayor Pearson issued a warrant for Bruno Dack on disorderly conduct claims by his wife who says she is 65 and recently married. she accuses him of marrying for money. Union Veteran Legion voiced full confidence in a pastor during a Monday meeting. Detective Fitzgerald observed John Casey attempting a theft from an incoming traveler. Casey claimed Chicago origins and laborer status. The U S Transportation Company seeks control for a charter, tied to a Wheeling origin and a Virginia grant. Pedestrian carriage cargo updates note granite shipments to Baltimore and a 12 000 cubic feet load. Al Hildebrecht pursued two suspects in a grocery burglary. some small items recovered. Frederick Deew faces court on a milk theft from a Federal street store. Streetcar cars for the Second Avenue line arrive, painted yellow and upholstered. Charles Jahn sued Gus Conway for 1.50 embezzlement after an alleged high fare. Electric bells are planned for Colfax school rooms as part of an expansion effort.
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Pearson
Bruno Dack
Fitzgerald
John Casey
Casey
Central Station
Chicago
United States Transportation Company
Wheeling Tecome
W. D. Ww
Pittsburg
Virginia
Baltimore
Frederick Deew
F. W
Federal Street
Second Avenue
Dress Reform Sparks in Pittsburg Lecture by Mrs Miller
Mrs Jenness Miller urged Pittsburg ladies to abandon corsets and heavy draperies arguing they harm health and appearance. She ridiculed stout and thin figures while showcasing reform gowns and urged tailored simple styles with modest coverage and balanced eating and exercise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jenness Miller
Old City Hall
Pittsburg
Dimmey Murder Verdict Sparks Police Discontent in Allegheny
Report describes widespread dissatisfaction among Allegheny police over the Dimmey murder verdict. Officers express disgust with the jury as discussion centers on possible first degree ruling and reactions to the case linger in precincts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Dimmey
Sunday School Convention Sentiment Inquiries
The Sabbath School Superintendents Association executive committee discussed holding the National Sunday School Convention here next year. A countywide circular requests one delegate per Sabbath school and a pastor to attend a convention at Second Presbyterian Church at 7 30 P M on November 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sabbath School Superintendents Association
Second Presbyterian Church
Pittsburg
More Sympathy for Danks Panned by G A R Post
At the Abe Patterson Post No. 88 G A R meeting in Allegheny on Tuesday evening resolutions were adopted. The group expressed heartfelt sympathy for comrade Hey. J. A. Danke in his hour of trouble and renewed confidence in his loyalty and friendship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Patterson Post
Allegheny
Hey. J. A. ii
Boiler Constituents and Testing Rules for Boiler Steel
The Boiler Manufacturers Association discussed materials and tests for boiler steel, warning against cast iron use in stress areas and detailing tensile strength, elongation, chemical limits, and testing musts. Delegates debated rivetting, caulking, and valve fittings, with leaders urging discard of iron in favor of homogeneous steel and improved inspection.
AGITATING THE EIGHT HOUR LAW CONVENTION CALL
The American Federation of Labor issues its fourth annual convention call for Boston on December 10 signed by Samuel Gompers. He praises unity among workers and argues open organization, warns against sympathetic strikes, and notes May Day as the date for the eight hour law to take effect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Federation of Labor
Boston
Samuel Gompers
A. F. of L
United Labor Organizations
Coroner's Inquest Seeks Dr Vankirk Over Swanson Death
Coroner's clerk Grant Miller served a subpena on Dr B Vankirk in West Newton seeking testimony in the inquest into Charles E Swanson's death after a Baltimore and Ohio rail crash near McKeesport last Friday The testimony suggests Swanson may have died due to improper bandaging of his leg with debate over whether the bandage was applied above or below the knee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Miller
West Newton
B. Vankirk
Charles E. Swanson
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
McKeesport
Swanson
Black
Neel
Lawrenceville Lutherans Plan $30,000 Church on Fisk Street
The Lawrenceville Lutherans announce plans to build a church and school in Fisk Street, moving from the hall above Arsenal Bank. Pastor Rev. Britt says the project includes a $4,500 lot purchase, a $6,000 Sunday school building, then a $30,000 church in Queen Anne style, serving a growing local congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrenceville
Britt
Dispatch
Fisk Street
Lota
The Horse Market at Red Lion Hotel Yard
Agen Dean visited Alec Montgomery's horse market near the Red Lion Hotel to check complaints that Barker's alley is blocked by horses and mules and that only rough stock is sold. He found the concerns well founded and warned vendors to remove animals. Also notices sale of two properties by I M Pennock & on Thursday October 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agen Dean
Alec Montgomery
Red Lion Hotel
Barker
Messrs. I. M. Pennock & Will
Retail appeals and sales at city stores
The ad lists Jos Horne & Co. and Horne & Ward's at 41 Fifth Ave offering $1 felt hats and Jenness Miller System patterns. It notes Busy Bee Hive at Sinth and Liberty selling infant wear and plush coats. Fleishman & Co. promotes baseball games and Dobbs portraits as gifts with general store showcases and beer brands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
Hara
Horne & Ward’s
Fifth Ave
Ste
Sinth and
and Liberty
CLOAK AND SUIT ROOMS OFFER RICH FABRICS AND PATTERNS
The listing notes fabrics in Italian silk and Saxony wool priced at 1, 125 and up. It promises lightness and strength for elegant yet affordable dress patterns in French English and German combinations with prices from 3 to 15 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nation
Musicians Back K of L Move Enter Grand Opera Orchestra
Musicians favoring the Knights of Labor endorsed a statement in The Distarce noting the Grand Opera House Orchestra will join the assembly. He predicted other orchestras would follow soon as Philadelphia officials discussed the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Workman Rottkay
Knights of Labor
Tauallang
Vhiladelphia
Found Dead In Bed On Steubenville Pike
Mrs. Elizabeth Wright aged 56 was found dead in bed at her Chartiers township home on the Steubenville pike yesterday morning. The coroner reported death from heart failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Wright
Steubenville Pike
Chartiers Township
New Stock Arrivals Highlight Black Silks and Velvets
Departments showcase latest Black Silks and plain colored Velvets with trimming materials. Customers observe completeness of stock including standard and best makes, Lyons Costume Velvets, and variegated shades in a city display.
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Gusky’s
Charles Ae
Marvin
S. L. Fleishman
Fleishman & Co
Jo Horne & Co
Harper
Pion Ngea
Monongahels House
Hotel Anderson
Hotel Hamilton
Hotel
Albemarle
Seventh Avenue Hotel
Pennsylvania Railroad
Knights OF Honor
Plisn Club
Roland T. White
Robert Dilworth
M. Zieman
White House
Colville
Charles Kittner, Jr
Denver
Col
Horace Grocley
M. J. Brennan
St. Mary's Church
Ai Sixth Street
Pittsby
St. Paul
Minn
W. J. Kouitz
James A. Henderson
Cina
Ella McMurray
City
Isaac G. Gordon
Brookville
W. P. Jenks
du Bois
Seventh Avenue
Jax F. Denniston
Philadelphia
Grand Army
J. Satterfield
Buffalo
Anderson
Addison Lysle
East
John Boden
The
Mercy Hospital
Soho Street
Robert Gray
Jen
Dr. Moyer
Peeperiot McAleese
McLaughlin
Way
Claremont
Tom Carney
Wheeling
Fifth Avenue Market House
Tre
Booth & Flinn
Young McKnight
Oliver & Roberts' Mill
Carer Brown
Benjamin Rosenblatt
AL Hildebrecht
Catherine Garrity
Strawberry Alley
Charles Jahn
Gus Conway
Paixerral McKew
Colfax School
Ward
Fitgainth Sng Wittresenan
Sarah
Danks
Boiler Manufacturers’ Association
Second Dar
United States
Wed
Stin
James G. Mitchell
Frank L. Bigelow
EB. D. Meir
R. Hammond
A. H. Raynal
Rob M. Connery
Thomas J. Driscoll
Columbus
Richard H. Bate
Conshohocken
C. Sullivan
Newark
A. T. Douthett
Bergeny
Paul Krenzpointer
Altoona
Accos
le Present
Dr. Vankirk
Jos, Honge & Co
Es Idren
Duan—Bey
Liberty
Dobbs
Willi
Ular Sr Gallery
Fleishman & & Co
Saxony
Thun
Cloak and Suit Rooms
Biber & Easton
Market Street
R. J. Horner & CO
West Twenty-Third ST
America
London
Paris
Vienna
K. of L
Horne
Penn Avenue Stores
Sarahe
Lapin
Tsa
Une
Sea Yard
Dress Goods Department
Cloak and Suit Department
Fur
Real Alsaka
Dya
Jos. Horne
Cos
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