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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1889
Page
2
Commission members weighed water sufficiency from Conneaut and Shenango basins for a canal to connect Pittsburgh coal and coke with lake iron ore. They favored routes along Beaver river or Lake Erie to the upper Allegheny, with Governor Beaver planning a tour and future meetings within weeks.
Col Merrill, government river engineer, arrived in the city and warned Moody’s canal scheme from Beaver to Cleveland or Erie is impractical without four movable dams. He argued Lake Chautauqua water is too high and flow too slow, urging a canal must be at least 6-14 feet deep and include substantial dam work to be viable. He also discussed the Davis Island dam repairs and the motive to lower the pool to enable pump work with minimal river impact.
Senator Matthew Stanley Quay visits amid Philadelphia power plays as William Flinn and C. L. Magee maneuver for influence. Talks with President Harrison surface over office appointments while rumors of Allegheny county reshuffles and gubernatorial debate swirl, hinting at shifting loyalties and looming confrontations in state politics.
The report outlines lingering rumors about political factions surrounding Mr. Dalzell and a postmaster candidacy. Senator Quay hires visitors and Beaver trip plans unfold. Congressman Bayne meets D. Porter as Magee travels from New York City with anticipated arrivals and informal welcomes in town.
Multiple petty thefts focused around the Fifth Avenue Market House. Stolen items include a horse from Charles A. Slagle’s stable at 518 Fifth Avenue, three sets of pool balls and cigars from Henry Sladenfelt’s room at 520 Fifth Avenue, cigars and candy from Henry Budenmyer’s bakery at 525 Fifth Avenue, and $9 from C. G. Brown’s grocery till at 516 Fifth Avenue. A break in at Stokeley’s drug store failed when the door was pried but remaining thieves foiled. Police note thieves exploit electric lights to observe and flee quickly.
The Hand street bridge over the Ohio River shows severe damage with a torn roof, exposed rafters, and drifting debris. Officials fear further collapse as wind and water forces threaten to carry materials downstream toward the Gulf of Mexico.
Samuel Burns faced charges of stealing hay and cruelty to a horse from Louis McKelvy. Destitute Burns could not afford fodder, so McKelvy withdrew the suit and paid costs. Alderman Warner led a subscription that raised funds to aid Burns, who left the office a free man.
Inspector McAleese receives telegram from Waynesburg saying two $100 checks found on J. J. Kennedy were stolen and Kennedy is involved in other charges beyond the American House robbery. Authorities in Philadelphia and Wheeling are being contacted for further information.
Frank Wilcox of Philadelphia Natural Gas Company compares Pittsburg gas meters to Philadelphias and urges conservation as Murrysville gas nears Pittsburg. Councilman Wertheimer files land plans in Clarksville Tennessee and shifts to mules and cattle. Pennsylvania Company officials attend a timetable meeting in Philadelphia with minimal schedule changes. Gawthrop returns from Boston to coordinate Thomson Houston Electric Exhibit at Pan Am. Burdette visits Pittsburg to lecture for the YMC A. Senator Sutherland comments on Montana Republicans and new Senators. Mrs Covert of Atchison and brother-in-law Covert noted. Senator Rutan replies to Allegheny county queries. Robert B Stone in the city.
A fiery lecture by C A Johnson in Warren M E Chapel discusses sun spots as holes in the sun’s outer layer and a future sun extinction in 31 years. He claims the sun is coal, predicts multiple suns, and urges insured, principled living amid strong audience reaction.
County Commissioners send second notice to assessors to pick up their books. Only four called yesterday, far below the typical twenty daily rate. Some fear indifference due to prior book readiness, others blame rural harvest duties and favorable weather delaying attendance.
Justice of the Peace Kelly from Dunbar Fayette County arrived in the city last night. He left behind ag Katic Wormeer as the incorrigible girl from Fayette County.
A special Acme Council No 219 Jr O U A M meeting on South Eighteenth street discussed renaming the order to American Legion. Members doubt approval will pass, noting costs and long-standing identity, while Philadelphia Council reportedly backs the change.
The District Attorneyship and State Treasurer races loom, but the jail wardenship contest draws quieted effort to unseat the incumbent Berlin. Long and Smith press for the post with backing, while Berlin offers his record and resists public remark on reappointment.
The Republican County Committee met in its rooms with S. P ay presiding and Charles Neeb secretary. They districted the county and appointed workers across districts. Reports show strong interest with estimated turnout between 5,000 and 16,000, higher than the typical off year range of 4,000 to 8,000.
James Felton filed a charge of aggravated assault and battery against M O Metzer before Alderman Doughty. Both residents of Pearl Street in the Sixteenth ward, Felton alleges Metzer knocked him down last Saturday night with no provocation. A hearing is set for Wednesday.
The Western University Board of Directors met in the afternoon at the U M C A parlors. The New Buildings Committee reported favorable progress on construction. Other routine business was transacted.
Local items report discussions at a meeting of railway homes in St. Louis with executives McKean, Ingalls, Barnard, and Hays on abolishing a $1 differential to benefit Wabash and Big Four on New York business and possibly Pittsburgh. Also notes a November 8 exhibit from Westinghouse, Kirkwood street and Hiland avenue issues, a hospital elevator accident, and rail and gas company actions nearby.
About 200 people attended the opening Prohibition meeting in Lafayette Blair. J. D. Simon presided, with Dr. Robinson giving the prayer and women filling front seats. Speakers argued the liquor question dominates politics and urged a Prohibition party victory to advance morality and industry.
John Horsefield of Brazil Indiana travels to the city to gather relief for Indiana miners on strike. He attends labor meetings and collects donations for starving miners and their families.
Alarm from box 149 at 10 30 last night reported a small blaze in the roof timbers of Oliver's South Fifteenth street mill. The fire started by a hot stack placed against the wooden structure caused trifling damage.
T A Snyder of Cincinnati J R Jennings of Indianapolis and B Fenton of Buffalo, members of the Pickle Growers and Preserve Manufacturers Association, met with local association members at the Hotel Duquesne yesterday for a general trade discussion with no actions taken.
Superintendent Rogers says the McKeesport and Belle Vernon Railway will stretch to Fayette City this winter and to Brownsville next summer. A mail route is expected to run on the line. Builders report difficulty securing ballast rock, with most quarry sites along the route producing soapstone material.
The Federal Union of the American Federation of Labor will meet this evening at the National Glass Pty office to initiate new Bee acrea. The organization will stand representation by BF of Ly in Boston.
A Randall Club meeting chaired by J. Pressly Fleming outlined plans to mobilize the fall Democratic vote. A countywide democracy committee was formed to coordinate efforts and meet later at Democratic headquarters. Members include Fleming Echols Kaer O’Leary Robinson and O’Neil.
A conference of the Executive Committee of the American Flint Glass Workers and manufacturers met in the Stevens on the strike at O'Hara Glass Works. The session lasted all day with no agreement. the union asked to abolish the mold system that dispenses with one worker, but the manufacturers refused. The talks adjourned, to reconvene at the chair's call.
A group of 15 to 20 Italians departed for Columbus overnight en route to the Hocking Valley to take the places of striking N P U miners. Treasurer Robert Watchorn of N D A 135 is in the region safeguarding Knights of Labor miners' interests.
The State Board of Charities led by Secretary Biddle and members ONeill Sawyer and Scott visited the Allegheny Home yesterday. They inspected the building from cellar to garret, pleased with its conduct but reserved any verdict until their final report.
Pittsburg Reduction Company issued a circular announcing price cuts for 1,000 pound lots to $2 per 500 pounds, 1000 pound lots at $3, and smaller lots at $4 per pound, reflecting a substantial market decrease.
William Mackay of Cedar Street Bloomfield enters bail for a hearing with Alderman Porter on a charge of cruelty to his wife. Details scattered in OCR show a contentious domestic matter and a pending court review.
The HB Hieber & Bro firm promotes Steinway Conover Opera and other American pianos. They claim organ instruments under $600 rival $2,000 pipe organs in tone and durability with minimal upkeep. Elebers also feature Steinway Conover Opera Gabler Emerson pianos at lower prices than competitors.
The store offers 2000 superb overcoats and 000 handsome tailor made suits for $13 each for today and tomorrow. Previously priced 22 to 30 dollars, the sale promises solid truth and value with no fluff. Located at P. O. C. C. corner Grant and Diamond streets opposite the new Court House.
A local advert promotes closing out prices on corsets gloves and hosiery at F. Schohnthal 612 Penn Avenue and Gallery 616 Market Street. Shoppers are invited to act quickly to save money and receive benefits.
Oly officials debate undergrounding telegraph and utility wires as a potential subway style project. Controller Morrow calls the chance golden and lapsed years ago while Councilman Nesbitt argues for early discussion before poles are erected.
At a Coal Exchange meeting the Taney and Wesvar operators advised attorneys to file action to stop men who remove sand and gravel from the stream. The mounds were described as hazardous to navigation and potentially blocking waterways.
Governor Beaver permits Johnstown citizens to use the tools of the age citing growing local interest and strong initiative as they take charge of the work themselves.
Horne and Co advertise fine broadcloth garments featuring the sew and popular Bishop sleeve with velvet touches. They promote imported wraps priced around $100 and a slogan highlighting their fashion line.
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