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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1892
Page
5
A detailed account of parade divisions and marchers from the Southside to Pittsburgh, listing captain names and company strengths, bands, and civic groups. The narrative highlights the Southside honored section and the substantial Pittsburgh division with thousands in line, including numerous Italian and Catholic sub divisions and charitable organizations.
A Baltic style parade mounts wagons and processions led by numerous societies including St. Mathews St. Mary's St. Joseph's St. Leo's and German American and Bohemian groups. Wagons carry goddess figures banners and goods from local breweries and merchants in a celebrated route through Pittsburgh with many named participants and firms.
A detailed roster for the Allegheny Division event lists platoons of policemen and mounted aides plus numerous affiliated groups. It names presidents, chiefs, and officers from organizations such as the Allegheny Tero Verein, German clubs, marching bands, churches, and social societies.
A Mt Washington boy watched the downtown parade from start to finish and told his mother it was the greatest parade in the world. He recalled seeing one little pony then two more and three fight.
Large crowds filled Pittsburg theaters and the Exposition venue last night with packed houses for plays and amusements. Black Patti headlined performances drawing the strongest attendance and rave reviews.
A large Allegheny audience attended an all day Columbus commemoration in Old City Hall with music and speeches. Notables included Mayor Gourley and District Attorney Burleigh, while letters of regret from President Harrison and Governor Pattison were read.
Rev. John Launitz, Italian native and naturalized citizen, spoke for Allegheny county Italians saying their countrymen are proud of Columbus and remain true to the American republic.
Mr Launitz delivers a lengthy tribute praising Columbus as a man of a superior mind with early sea affinity who would shine in any era. He notes Vespucci after whom the country is named and places Columbus in the era of Raphael and Michelangelo, arguing that discovery altered the world with American blessings shared globally.
W D Moore praises Columbus and the Bible, contrasts faith with unbelief, and laments ingratitude shown to explorers. He cites Buddha Confucius and Jesus, notes Columbus relied on faith as his pilot, and warns that reformers or saviors face worldly ingratitude before triumph.
The judge delivers a timely speech praising America as a composite nation. He urges newcomers to shed their old governments and embrace American ideas, while welcoming diverse peoples under one flag and liberty.
Fragments show a pledge that this nation’s government of the people and for the people shall not perish, accompanied by enthusiastic applause. The speaker urges unity to safeguard the republic against peril.
Rev Father Murphy praises Columbus in a classical tribute noting epoch making days and the discovery’s seed planted by genius. He envisions an epic American poet depicting heroism, virtue, and the United States as a growing tree in a world party of gratitude.
A. Trent portrays Christopher Columbus as a complex hero who bridged faith and risk in discovering a new land. He notes Columbus faced opposition, scarcity of funds, and dangers while acknowledging flaws such as governance weakness and a gold thirst. The speaker links Spain’s cruelties to slavery and the eventual redemption through Constitution-era ideals.
Rev L N Ross, a colored preacher, read his remarks saying the honors were divided with his people and that colored citizens never turned their backs on the flag. He expressed gratitude that no favoritism appeared in the parade.
The speaker noted the honors shared among 30 000 colored residents of Allegheny County and reflected on America’s needs. He observed diverse industries and professions represented at the demonstration and paid tribute to Columbus.
A lengthy Columbus program featured Harmonic Society acts, choruses, and soloists including J. Breil and Agnes Liddell. Rev. Jobe Launitz and Hon. Joseph Buffington addressed the audience. The event closed with a chalk talk, the Star Spangled Banner, and Benediction by Father Sheedy.
The united societies and the colony of the two cities held an Italian social at the Auditorium with Rocerto and Guenther providing music. Patriotic speeches honored Columbus and the United States as funds were solicited to build a Columbus monument in Schenley Park. Proceeds from the event were expected to be generous and net proceeds were announced.
Several events drew crowds in Allegheny last night including the Columbus Club of the First Ward at Semple's Hall with Robert J. Bell managing and the Allegheny Columbus Club at Masonic Hall with John Artz in charge. The Electric Orchestra at Schwerd's Hall led by Joseph Smith, the Druiden Saengerbund entertainment in Druiden Hall run by Karl Kress, and Manchester Turners gatherings also drew strong attendance. Northside Columbus Club hosted a ball at the Northside Turners' Hall with good turnout.
Rev Father Coyne of Chartiers delivered an engaging lecture on The Life of Columbus at Carnegie Hall Allegheny last night. The Columbus Day celebration was sponsored by the C M B A of Sharpsburg and Bennett and featured a musical program with Grace Miller Annie Finney Stella Bauer Mary H Byron Frank Meldon and others.
The Fifth Ward Democratic Association held a Columbus Day ball at Lafayette Hall last night attended by about 600 people. The grand march was led by 90 club members. officers included E J Cunning president William McMahon vice president J A secretary and Charins Lang treasurer.
Anguat Stevens, 75, fell during the parade on Penn avenue at Sixth street and was slightly injured. He was taken home in patrol No. 3. John Galosky, 270 Sawmill alley, was involved as the wagon tonges struck.
A man was struck in the back by a waron tongue in Allegheny yesterday during the Columbus event. He was taken home in patrol No. 2 and is listed as seriously injured.
The East End and routes to it sparkle with bunting and Stars and Stripes for the great discoverer. Residents show evident pride with homes and schools draped from roof to ground, crowds fill streets after 4 PM, Forbes schoolhouse praised, and no major incidents reported as streetcars run crowded all afternoon into the night.
A striking display last night featured a shield of incandescent lights on the Court House tower with a red white and blue background. The word America glowed across the top while rows outlined the edges and three bars. Crowds viewed the evolving illumination and marveled at the artistry and color.
In St Augustine on Columbus Day 1915 a ceremony featured a prayer allegedly from Columbus’s landing on San Salvador. Professor Kuibloe presented the words said to have been used by Balboa Cortez and Pizarro when discovering new lands. The text, translated into American English by Miss A M Brooks, honors God as eternal and omnipotent and seeks his name to be praised globally.
John Moody of Fayette county was brought to the city and jailed last night by U S Detective Sweeney on counterfeiting charges. Moody is charged with possessing several counterfeit silver dollars. A prior prisoner was arrested days ago and Moody faces a hearing before Commissioner McCandlesa today.
President Welhe of the Amalgamated Association returned from a Western trip last evening and said he was satisfied with conditions in St Louis Indianapolis and New Albany Indiana. He noted ongoing interest in the Homestead strike and reported plentiful assurances of support for the locked out workers.
Rev John Whitehead will lecture on the Sacred Scriptures at the New Jerusalem Church located at Isabella and Sandusky streets in Allegheny. The inaugural session is scheduled for tomorrow night at 7 30 o clock.
Adam Paff a former druggist of the South side died suddenly yesterday on a train returning home from Beaver Falls. He was about 35, married and had spent Thursday on the Southside.
A well written Columbus Day tribute includes sketches and portraits of Columbus and Pittsboro with illustrations on satin surface paper. The item is offered in copies at cents or three for 1 and postage paid. Send to Norton Chandler IL 0 Box 37 Pittsburg.
Klebers Music House at 86 Wood Street dominates piano and organ sales in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. They offer top brands like Stelowny Conover and new Voeslion church organ notes, claiming long terms of tuning savings and honest dealing to attract buyers. Black Patti performances also featured with fall attire ads and Exposition notices at P C O Grant and Diamond Streets.
Coroner McDowell reports a body found hanging in a Miller's Grove barn near Miller's crossing, Baltimore and Ohio line. A German letter to George Ritenour was found on the corpse, believed to be in Germany or Poland seeking money. The deceased, about 35, 5'9" and 165 pounds, was seen in the vil last Monday but no acquaintance could be located. Officials hope to identify before inquest.
James M. Guifer, Pittsburg oil and gas operator, and his wife were staying at the Hotel Victoria when thieves struck during their World’s Fair visit. They lost $140 in cash and diamonds valued at $1,000 from a dressing case. No clue to the thieves.
Joseph Abrashmosky a 28 year old Polish worker of Brereton avenue and Twenty third street roundhouse slipped from a moving freight car yesterday afternoon. The wheels passed over his left foot and leg causing injuries.
The Pittsburg Coal Exchange will hold a special morning meeting to discuss the coal situation and receive reports from the idle mine. The group will also consider the question of navigation.
Advertisement lists handkerchief prices and patterns including hemstitched and embroidered options. French batistes and linens feature scalloped edges and initials pricing from 12 to 1234c. Spring styles appear at discounts from 50c to 66c with fine cambric options as well.
Advertises silk handkerchiefs in varying sizes and finishes including 76 and 114 inch hemstitch with fine embroidery and letters. Notes plain hemstitch and assorted prices from 25 cents to 1.50. Highlights distinctive embroidery styles and avoidance of gaudy past work with prices 25, 40, 75 cents to 1.00.
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