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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1892
Page
2
A speaker extols Francis Murphy at a temperance gathering, recalling Murphy’s 1876 visit and pledge, and lauding his impact on Pittsburg. The crowd applauds as Murphy honors Abraham Lincoln and urges personal commitment to temperance, with reflections on the city’s industry and democracy.
In Pittsboro at a Murphy gathering Old Brown of the Panhandle recounts his pledge experience. He details resisting whisky for five years with divine aid and a loyal family restored. A second testimony from Join Carter Jones emphasizes eight years of keeping the pledge amid ridicule.
A group discussion features Captain Harbour Telling how life changed after taking the pledge. He speaks of personal struggles, faith kept, and hopes for others to enjoy life. Other speakers praise Frank Murphy for promoting temperance and happiness through the movement.
Joseph Hope tells a crowd how friends gave up on him as hopeless while Francis Murphy and Mr Murphy present him as a changed man. Hope recalls signing the pledge and keeping it for over seven years, claiming he drank heavily before and has not been sick or unhappy since.
Farness Murphy announced plans to return to Pips in November for a series of meetings and asked attendees to rise if they wanted Kin to attend. A crowd displayed mixed reactions as several congratulatory telegrams were read, including messages for James Onelow.
A garbled reminiscence reflects an old printer quoting a period of sobriety after many years. Nathan B Reed, editor of a rival paper, sends regards and speaks of enjoying porterhouse steaks, hinting at a social exchange in a historical press scene.
Francis Murphy supports Dr Keeley and Keeley care as the Executive Committee plans a bill to allow Keeley treatment in jails and public institutions. Captain Mattox testifies to a 30 year drunkard past and now recovery. John J Finn and M Kelly praise Murphy while a Pittsburg welcome is extended. Audience donates for Opera House expenses.
Labor union delegates from across the county meet at Odd Fellows Mall to discuss a possible full labor ticket and political strategy. They decide not to endorse a slate, urge support for sympathetic candidates, and plan regular future meetings with closed doors.
Daniel Werling, long troublesome to Southside police, was arrested Saturday night after returning home while intoxicated and assaulting family. He had recently been released from the workhouse and was sent to the workhouse for sixty days after detention at the Twenty-eighth ward station.
During the Southside parade on Saturday evening Lieutenant Johnston was struck on the cheek by a Roman candle causing a severe burn. Officer Espen received a chest impact from a ball and a large hole burned in his galley.
Shortly before and o'clock yesterday morning a fire at Nuttall's machine shop on Grant Street near Goquet Street Allegheny destroyed the building framework and damaged machinery. Loss is estimated at 2000 dollars with building and machinery insured for 5000 dollars.
Mike McCarthy, intoxicated on Saturday night, entered Vogasky's store on Preble Avenue and struck the proprietor in the knee with a fist when refused a cheaper price. Magistrate McKelver sentenced him to 30 days in the workhouse yesterday.
Herman Zebrools is held at Central station on larceny charges after escaping custody by jumping from a second story window at a Grant Street residence. He reportedly stole a pocketbook and $3 from Sadie Montgomery during the 11 o'clock Saturday night incident.
Krakauer Kimball and Vose pianos praised for superb merit and global perfection. The Metron Moon firm invites all to inspect their complete line of pianos and organs at 77 Fifth Avenue with cash or payments available.
Don't take the risk of fire or thieves, keep valuable papers bonds in safe deposit vaults of Farmers' Deposit National Bank 66 Fourth Avenue. Boxes rented at fifty four dollars per year and upward.
Readable line items show Jos. Hans & Co. advertising millinery, bats and bonnets with extras priced at three dollars and one cent, plus walking hats. Mentions Overcoats available to order at Pitcairn's, 434 vag, suggesting a general clothing and accessories offer on Penn Avenue.
Coroner delays inquest as witnesses dispute blame for Saturday night wreck on Wylie avenue. Oil hoax debunked after inspection. parade crowd and band members recount events while gripman Gledhill and veteran driver Richardson defend efforts to stop the car.
Crowds gathered at the morgue and home of the deceased, with about 1900 viewing the remains by early afternoon and the body later taken to Homewood Cemetery. Relatives mourned as the funeral was set for tomorrow, while others hoped for updates on the injured and a possible traction company subscription.
Edward McDonald of Allegheny was knocked under a passing street car by Martin Bocinger after a dispute on Spring Garden avenue. He was dragged about 60 feet, badly bruised, with possible internal injuries. Charles Harkness was arrested. others fled. McDonald plans to sue Bocinger and Harkness for felonious assault and battery.
Two year old John William Nonnan Schuck was struck on Washington avenue Southside by an Allentown electric car. He died soon after at the hospital. Motorman Leo Polen was arrested and later released on $1000 bail to await coroner’s hearing tomorrow.
Saturday night parade by the Jono A. Snee Democratic Club blocked the West End line. A quarrel over right of way followed as street car men attempted to pass twice, with marchers’ sympathizers holding the horses’ heads each time.
Last night an Italian rushed to the Seventh tard police station reporting a fight at an Italian boarding house on Forty third Street near the river. Officers halted the brawl, six men were arrested, a search for a wounded party failed, and names could not be obtained due to language. Also, George Brown, colored, escaped from Allegheny county workhouse Saturday afternoon after a prior horsestealing sentence.
Michael Flaherty of Millwood Avenue was arrested last evening on charges related to an alleged assault on Mrs. Mary Goetz. William Lorigan reports his sister was brutally beaten after a dispute. Flaherty was reportedly intoxicated and involved in a quarrel.
The Prohibitionists opened a headquarters at Wood Street and Fourth Avenue operating daily from 9 30 AM to 3 PM. The county executive committee meets every Monday afternoon at 30.
The Republicans of the Fifth ward hold a mass meeting this evening at the Major A. Montooth Club on 19 Wylie avenue. M J Price president of the Montooth Club will preside. Speakers include District Attorney Harleigh S A Trent and General W A Blakeley.
Charles Frank aged 14 from Duquesne Heights was shot in the leg yesterday afternoon. Samuel Zeigler and Charles Miller, companions, are under arrest as the trio reportedly played with a revolver when it accidentally discharged.
The Pascoe & Grenfell copper spelter works at Swangea will close due to rising competition. Established a century ago, the plant's shutdown will leave 700 workers unemployed.
Coroner McDowell notified of Edward Jones's death at Walker's Mills after he fell from a porch. Squire Walker prepared to hold an inquest.
A rooftop blaze at Jogepheen on Canoe Rey caused fire crews to respond from District 12. The fire spread to the roof of the home at 625 Penn Avenue and was extinguished with no serious damage reported to the residence of James Oigrove at 6565 Penn Avenue.
Rural residents press for protection as cases reach the Supreme Court on how many persons legally constitute a borough council. Duquesne electors challenge certification, arguing the 1873 act and local charters set a seven or six member council with a Burgess ex officio. The ruling could shift council compositions across many towns and affect upcoming elections. A new borough of St Clair is likely to be chartered soon to serve Lower Clair township, with plans to sewer, pave, and provide police and fire protection, boosting property values.
Leaders in the Fourth Pool propose a 0.5 cent reduction to river mining costs to end infighting and unify locally against railroad coal. A top operator in McKeesport said operators would join the swap by November, detailing rates of 3.0 cents for railroad coal and 3.44 cents for river coal, with costs to mine and ship.
An advertisement highlights Thomas R. Herd Brand Tariff Reform cakes from Allegheny Pennsylvania praising taste and broad appeal. It notes grocers can stock the cakes and promotes Our Great Dress Goods Bargain Week at Jon House & Co on Penn Ave.
The advertisement touts life assurance as better than savings, offering a policy that benefits a family if the policyholder dies tomorrow or lives twenty years. It claims Epwanp A. Woops as manager at 516 Market Street in Pittsburg and markets the company as the best and largest in the world.
A colorful ad notes a big spread of dress goods up to 64 cents and promotes round trip rail tickets to Chicago from Pittsburg and Western lines at excursion rates. Hicks on Penn Avenue features sales and dedicatory ceremonies for the World’s Fair with limited return validity to October 2.
A 15 month old, Harry Miley, fell 14 feet into a vault and lay unconscious for over 15 minutes before a stranger who heard screams rescued him. The mother, J. Miley, descended into the vault and was pulled out after the rescuer freed her, both later revived by Dr. Sterritt. The stranger left without giving his name.
Allegheny General Republican Club meets this evening to arrange a Wheeling trip and to receive uniforms. Revivals at the jail led by Mr Whitesides with Miss Bird and Prof Weeden assisting. Gotpex Crmocote Division No 86 Sons of Temperance to stage a musical tonight at Grant and Second avenues hall. Freight brakeman Matthew Broor, 28th Street yards, run over yesterday. foot crushed and amputated at West Penn Hospital. Allegheny mortuary report week ending Oct 15, 1893 shows seven deaths from consumption, eight from marasmas, typhoid fever, one scarlet fever, three pneumonia, three diphtheria.
John Alexander Dowie, claiming title of faith carer from Melbourne, spoke at Carnegie Library Hall last evening to a very small crowd estimated around zero attendees.
The Pennsylvania Railroad offers two cent per mile excursion tickets to all stations on its lines and branches for travel on October 2% to October 21. Tickets are valid for return travel within the same period, promoting leisure travel during the Columbus Day celebration.
Elegant and stylish silks in all grades with latent colors and fashionable shades. Extra bargains this week on black dress silks. Visit the silk department at Jos Hogur & Co. on Penn Avenue.
Mammoth stock of new fall designs in every department at Howitr Bros 642 and 644 Liberty Street near Sixth Avenue. Also an illustrated prospectus offer for Columbus Day through A Lee Co 78 Fourth Avenue. De Witt’s Little Early Risers advertised as a small size remedy for constipation headache and sour stomach with low prices at Exar Bencer’s 42 and 44 Liberty Street near Sixth Avenue.
An advertisement proclaims three dollar gents shoes made from tannery calfskin in the newest patterns and fashions. The copy emphasizes value and contemporary design to attract buyers.
The Allegheny County Catholic Mutual Benefit Association advisory council votes to mobilize 3000 more marchers for Columbus Day. Homestead Knights of Golden Eagle Band to lead the Southside division with 1000 from St Mary’s parish and multiple German societies committing to participate.
A telegram from Cincinnati police asks that Orlando Robbins, a known pickpocket, be held on the Southside after a parade Saturday night until requisition papers arrive. Robbins is wanted for grand larceny and has a history of arrests without convictions. A clerk’s ketbook theft led to identification by a victim.
A brief ad note highlights quality items and reasonable prices at Benorr's located at 043 and 644 Liberty Ebeneauene Sixth Avenue.
The advertisement notes a clearance of Brussels rugs with 300 body rugs and 20 choice designs priced at 1.50 each, while Smyrna rugs in various sizes are offered at 4.50 each. The item highlights rugs of new designs and discounted prices.
Dress Goods week brings thousands of pieces of new fashionable dress fabrics offered at enticing prices. The sale runs this week with ample stock and daily attractions, ensuring customers can find bargains today or tomorrow.
A long list of fabrics is offered with dramatic price cuts across all-wool and silk blends. 42 inch and 50 inch widths include All-Wool Suitings, French Cords, Scotch Cheviots, Benga lines, and Embroidered Matelleses. Items range from 40c to $3 a yard, with many fabrics originally higher now heavily discounted to spark sales.
Wide range of black fabrics offered at discounted prices. 50 inch storm cheviots at 75 cents per yard, 46 inch whip cards and plain cheviots at 75 cents, extra fine French serge at 75 cents, 16 piece French serge lot at one dollar, All wool black cheviot at 50 cents. Marketed as premier season bargains with large quantities.
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