Gripmen Cleared as Inquest Recommends Parade Ordinance
Coroner’s jury finds the cable car deaths of Henry Apel and Ward Ruffner accidental and exonerates gripmen Gledhill and Richardson. It urges Councils to pass an ordinance giving the Public Safety Department control of parade routes and require permits to protect life and property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wriite Avenue
McDowell
Couoells
Se Department of Public Safety
Henry Apel
Ward Koffmer
Gledvill and
Richardson
Central Traction Company
Department of Public Safety
Departments of Public Safety
Funeral of Joseph Horne with simple church ceremonies
The remains of Joseph Horne were interred after a brief service at his Bidwell street home and a simple funeral at North Avenue M E Church. Prominent mourners from both cities attended as doctors Holmes and Iser spoke of the deceased merchant, who was long head of the Horne firm. The body was privately buried at Allegheny Cemetery with former employees serving as pallbearers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Church
Joseph Horne
Bidwell Street
Allegheny
Horne Hed Gia Ao
C. C. Holmes
D. D
G. W. Izer
J. W. Miles
Holmes
Iser
Allegheny Cemetery
Horne Retail
Fruitiess Meeting of the Coal Exchange
A special Pittsburg Coal Exchange meeting discussed idle Monongahela mines and river encroachment. No reports were obtained as only one Investigation Committee member attended. A member claimed 50 men started work under Forsythe at the Fourth pool at reduced pay. Rivermen vow to prosecute river bank fill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Coal Exchange
Monongahela
Forsythe
Didnt Pay the Tax Embezzlement Case in Manchester
Henry Hays a broker was jailed by Alderman McMasters awaiting a hearing on embezzlement charges. Prosecutor C H Hartman says Hays received 216 dollars on August 5 to pay Kentucky whisky tax for five barrels but allegedly diverted funds for personal use. Hearing set for Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Hays
Alderman McMasters
C. H. Hartman
Manchester
Kentucky
Health report shows diphtheria rise and scarlet fever cases
In very fair health, oral conditions are good. Ten new diphtheria cases and seven scarlet fever cases were reported to the Bureau of Health yesterday. Three diphtheria cases came from the eighteenth ward while others are scattered citywide. No smallpox case has been reported for over a week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Health
City official travels for tax and assessment bids
Controller Morrow returned from the East where he arranged a hearing for the city appeal in the Dauphin county case against the State tax on the railroad compromise bond. In Philadelphia he lined up bids from printing firms for the 1892 triennial assessment list as Pittsburg printers are expected to bid too. The last publication of the list cost $7,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrow
Dauphin County
Philadelphia
Pittsburinters
Wit Philadelpia
Robbery trial resumes as Cook Hall testifies in Butler case
In United States District Court the John Hughes and Mike Coleman case continues. Cook Hall identifies suspects, discusses promised leniency, and confirms meetings with witnesses Jennie Nixon and William Cooper. Testimony covers dates in mid April and testimony wraps with adjournment to Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hughes
Mike Coleman
United States District Court
Cook Hall
Hall
Trip Hall
Jareeny
Johnstown
Breene
Hughes
Coleman
Dowd
Jennie Nixon
Butler
Hall and Hughes
Hamilton and
Raymond
William Cooper
Bradford seeks new trial after manslaughter verdict
In court yesterday John Bradford, convicted of manslaughter in the Henry Floyd killing, moved for a new trial or a delay before sentencing. His attorney T M Marshall argued the case could not be upgraded to murder. Bradford’s fate was adjourned for one week. Other sentences included John Hennessy for obstructing legal process, and Fulton County others for various offenses with jail, workhouse terms, or fines.
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John Bradford
Henry Floyd
T. M. Marshall
Floyd
Mr. Marshall
Bradford
John Hennessy
Lindner
William Smith
M Ande
Ebild
Samuel Ritcher
Adam Walker
Cr. Walker
Frank O'Neill
One Man Whose Married Life Was Full of Excitement
Seven divorce suits filed by Whitesell Sons led with Charles Milbert of Belts Hoover against Annie Milbert. Milbert cites April 1891 eviction and that Annie was still legally married to William Bell at their July 10 1890 wedding. Annie served 80 days in jail for bigamy. Other cases include Elva Elingarina Clara Elinging, Lawton cruelty and desertion, Heyman desertion, Henderson desertion, Jones desertion, and Kitterly desertion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitesell & Sons
Charles Milbert
Beltshoover
Annie Milbert
William Bell
Milbert
August Elva Clara Elinging
Carrie Lawton
Jeff H. Lawton
Mary He
Joseph Heyman
Jones
Daniel Jones
Margaret Henderson
James Henderson
Lena Kitterly
Peter Kitterly
Failing engagement leads to breach suit for dam ages in Pittsburgh
Mariana Romanowska sues Paul Long for 20000 damages claiming breach of promise of marriage after engagement begun in 1889. She was 18 on March 23 1892 and alleges repeated postponements of marriage through 1891 and into 1892. Meanwhile Citizens Traction seeks injunction to halt a proposed switch and track change at Sixth Street Penn Avenue to protect its line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steven Richardson
Gripman
No. 51
Crawford Street
Fulton Street
Daniel Crowler
Q Captain Brown
Crowley
Captain Brown
Mariana Romanowska
Frank Romanowska
Paul Long
Citizens’ Traction Company
Pittsburg, Allegheny and Manchester Traction Company
Sixth Street
Penn Avenue
Citizens’ Company
Citizens
Heeren Bros Win Permit for Seven Story Stone Office
Heeren Bros wholesale jewelers secured a building permit for a new 50 by 150 foot stone and brick house on Peon avenue and Eighth Street. The seven story structure will rise 127 feet with a 16 foot steeple and cost about £120,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heeren Bros
Peon Avenue
Eighth Street
Judge Kennedy Denies Transfer of Economy Liquor License
Judge Kennedy refused to transfer the Economy restaurant liquor license to James Galvin the ball player citing that the license had already been transferred last June and the current intended transfer appeared speculative.
Two Interesting Trials Fixed in Military Court
The article reports on trials fixed for Colonel A. L. Lieutenant Colonel J.B. R Strestor and another officer. Details describe proceedings in a military court and potential outcomes impacting their careers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L
J.B. R Strestor
Jewelry of Gamble Wier Estate Foundly Reported
Jewelry belonging to the late Gamble Wier is described as part of the estate assets. The notice notes ownership and distribution details for potential heirs and probate proceedings.
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Gamble Wier
Set Aside Sheriff Sale of Supowitz Stock
Eastern creditors led by M. Herzberg of Philadelphia seek to void the sheriff sale of M. Supowitz clothing stock after alleged concealment of goods and biased bidding. Herzberg says the sale favored certain creditors and caused harm to other Eastern creditors. a rule to show cause was issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wylie Avenue
M. Herzberg
Philadelphia
M. Supowitz
Supowitz
Wilson, Mitchell & Co
Supowits
Herzberg
Siirball
Long List of Offenders Set for Trial Next Week
The criminal docket lists numerous defendants across Monday to Thursday. Names include John Blink mer, Mary Clifford, Patrick Driscoll, James Hunter, Rebecca J. Alveo, Fritz Ruthenmenry Gelse, David Grassman, Grace Brown, Frank C. Reed, John Burke, Catherine Welsh, James Dawson, Oliver Woodworth, Mary Harnett, and others scheduled for trial in the Commonwealth court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Criminal Courts
Commonwealth
John Blinkmer
Martin and
Mary Clifford
L. Barskey
Benjamin Thomas
William Walters
Fred Teufel
Patrick Driscoll
Stephen Holman
Charlies Holman
Charles C. Ramsey
James Hunter
John Reeny
AL Smorkbee
Jacob Seite
John Heim
Coleman Mulkerin
M. Muklerin
Joseph Borg
Anton Blume
F. E
Wm. Alker
Jacob Mosberger
Lizzie McGarry
W.C. Wentz
Cbhrat Hauck
Leliana Steele
Join Kurzdorfer
John K Shanahan
David
Hannah Grassman
A. Meredith
Grace Brown
James McIntosh
Jennie Marah
Henry Graham
Wim
OE James Jones
George Mortangie, Sr
John Burke
Pan Buss
James A. Taylor
J.B. B
Streator
A.L. Hawkins
W. 5
Grim
Charles Wertz
Samuel Weimer
Frank C. Reed
Casper Copemeyer
Frank C. Dean
Alice L. Dean
Samuel i Lance
Stopher Livingston
Oak
Hannah Wal
William Weed
Nk Domdrowsky
Annie Man
Moses Ja
John Magraw
Jan Sikea
James Clark
Frank Blutt
Catherine Welsh
Mary C. Price
Ma Urban
James Dawson
Thomasmith
George Variey
John Varley
Charles Lowrey
Amelia Williams
Doc Horner
William J. Bush
Oliver Woodworth
Jackson Moore
Mary Harnett
John Zakierskey
Robert
Legal Notices of Multiple Civil Actions and Associations
A list of court cases including Badel ve Regina Ratsig & Co v Covel & Co Schmertz v Liggett Aronson et al Chatfield v James Forsythe v McKeeport Workingmen's Cooperative Association Globe Furniture Company v Ingram o al 8 v Carey Cauley Murray v Bright Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Shannon filed in Common Pleas court detailing parties and associations involved in civil actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Press No
Badel
Regina
Ratsig & Co
Covel & Co
Schmertz
Liggett
Aronson
Rosenthal
Chatfield Et al
James
Forsythe
McKeeesport
Workingmen’s Cooperative Association
Globe Furniture Company
Ingram O
Carey
Cauley
Murray
Bright
Commonwealth of Pennsyva Shannon
J C Dicken vs James Carr Verdict and Probate Notes
A verdict for the plaintiff in the suit J C Dicken against James Carr on an 8 contract yields 40038 dollars. The will of Mary C Irwin of Allegheny is filed for probate, bequeathing 5000 to the Home for Protestant Women and 62500 to the Women’s Christian Association of Pittsburgh and Allegheny. Doherty Bros. against Beth Israel Congregation of Pittsburgh results in a 4000 dollar verdict for plaintiffs on a mechanic’s lien. In U S District Court the grand jury returns true bills against Andrew D Miller for shipping refined petroleum on a steamboat in unmarked packages and against P Hart for dealing in oleomargarine without paying tax.
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J.C. Dicken
James Carr
Mary C. Irwin
Allegheny
Women's Christian Association of
Pittsburg
L Street
United States District Court
Andrew D. Miller
P. Hart
Attack on Officer Leaves Patrolman Injured in Ambush
Patrolman C W Dawson was beaten by Henry Helphar and his son David in West End. The elder Helphar and son attacked as Dawson entered to arrest Henry's wife after she reported threats. Dawson sustained multiple injuries including three broken ribs and severe bruising. suspects were arrested and held for court as Dawson's condition remained serious.
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C. W. Dawson
West End
Henry Helphar
David
Thirtysixth Ward
Mra Helphar
Dawnon
Dawson
Helphar
Allegheny Republicans Prepare for Saturday Parade
Arrangements are nearly complete for the Republican parade in Allegheny on Saturday evening October 22 with Chief Marshal W Mee and George Saw Morris as marshal of the first division. The color sequence red white and blue marks each division and a long list of Republicans from cities is expected to participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
W. M.ee
George
W Morris
Ublicans
Liquor and Cigar Store Robbed on Penn Avenue
Robbery hit the wholesale liquor and cigar shop of Henry Heek on Penn Avenue late Friday night. Several boxes of fine goods were taken and a suspect named James was arrested after police confession. Court action expected following the confession.
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Ciger
Henry Heek
Penn Avenue
James Aces
Agg
Scalding Case Targets Author of Cruelty in Robinson Twp
Humane Society reports a brutal case of scalding by Maggie McDermitt on her mother Mrs. McDermitt at a family farm near Idlewood. The mother, in critical condition with peeling skin and risk of infection, had earlier suffered a broken arm in a dispute with her son. Dr. Foster could do little. authorities plan to pursue charges against Maggie and complete the investigation tomorrow.
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O'Brien
The
Humane Society
Robinson Township
Idlewood
O’brien
John McDermitt
McDermitt
Maggie
Mra McDermitt
Pittsburg
Foster
Whipped His Little Heirloom Nephew Arrest Report
James Ellis of Lawrenceville faced Alderman Aurim in the Thirty-sixth ward on cruelty charges for whipping his 9 year old adopted nephew after the boy was late returning home from work. Humane Society Agent O'Brien testified to the harsh punishment. Ellis paid $20 plus costs after a promise to change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Ellis
Lawrenceville
Aurim
O’brien
Humane Society
Singer, Nimick & Co
West End
Republican Workers Meet Promotes Reed Speech and Outreach
The Republican County Committee held its largest meeting since the campaign opened in Council chamber. Chairman Gripp urged full attendance for Congressman Reed of Maine next Wednesday at Old City Hall and requested 300 vice presidents to organize the platform.
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Republican County Committee
Council Chamber
Gripp
Old City Hall
Congressman Reed
Maine
Reed
Mansfield
Turner Hall
Butler Street
John Dalzel
McKeesport
Sid Branff
Allegheny
Fur Cleaners at 707 Penn Avenue Promises Restored Luster
Hairline typography touts fur care at 707 Penn Avenue with reshaping and dyeing offered. The ad claims substantial cash value for well cared garments and pledges they will look as good as new after service. Also notes Solomon Euben’s pants department offering wide trouser fitting for all body types.
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Penn Avenue
Penn Avenues
Solomon & Euben
Sohmer Pianos and Others at Hoffman Store
The notes advertise Sohmer pianos at J. M. Hoffmann & Co., 587 Smithfield street, praising longevity. Solomon & Euser offer overcoats with notable price appeal. Steinman’s on Federal Street features solid sterling and diverse styles, while Bottomox & Runss claim unmatched stock variety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sohmer Pianos
J. M. Hoffmann & Co
Smithfield Street
Carelessness Causes Elevator Accident and Amputation
Charles DeCourse, a 21 year old elevator boy at the Anderson hotel, had his right leg mangled by an elevator when Cincinnati drummer C. L. Minshall pulled the rope thinking the boy safe. The limb was amputated at a hospital. Minshall confessed and was unsettled, while DeCourse may not ride elevators again. DeCourse is from Baltimore.
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Charles DeCourse
Bealy
Anderson
C. L. Minshall
Cincinnati
Minshall
DeCourse
Wan Soy
Rotunds
Theix
Central Station
Baltimore
Sharpsburg Speak-Easies Ordered Closed or Prosecution Looms
Burgess Dethlips of Sharpsburg warns all speak-easy proprietors to close their operations or face prosecution. Most dens sit on Second Third and Bridge streets with some selling more beer than licensed saloons. A rising number of complaints pushes the town to halt all illegal sales within its limits.
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Burgess Dethlips
Sharpsburg
Second
Third
Bridge
Weeks to Lecture on Tax Commission at Penn
Joseph D. Weeks editor of the American Manufacturer and Iron World accepted an invitation from Prof. J. Adams to address Penn seniors and juniors on taxation. He will speak on the Tax Commission Its Organization and Work, likely next Wednesday or Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph D. Weeks
American Manufacturer and Iron World
J. Adams
University of Pennsylvania
Tax Commission
Weeks
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Ward Ruffner
Public Safety Department
Larre
Crpmen
Tannehill Street
Gledhill
Smith
Chief Brown
Green
Supreme Court
Carson
Federal Street and
Pleasant Valley Passenger Railway Company
Justice Green
Bass
Aoe
Brown
Sach
North Avenue M. E
Fruitiess
Coal Exchange
Jomon & Reuben's
Galvin
Maggie McDermitt
Ins
James. Ellis
Solomon & Ruben
Solomon & Euser
Steinman's
Federal Street
BoLtomox & Runss
Carmant
Weshee
Grabowsky
Solomon
DiaMoxo
Steinmann’s
Solomon & Enuben
Kensington
Allegheny Valley Railway
Union Depot
Theroperty
Fourth Ave
John Howard Payne
Pauvus Mvuvouy Weus
Ali
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