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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1889

Page

5

Ingenious Apology Lecture by Colored Scientist in Allegheny

C A Johnson, editor of the British Lion and American Eagle, lectured on wind in Green Street Baptist Church Allegheny City. He claimed unparalleled wind knowledge, warned Pennsylvania sinks, and urged life insurance as a precaution amid a predicted gas eruption and ensuing darkness.

C. A. Johnson British Lion Hamilton Ont American Eagle New York Green Street Baptist Church Allegheny City John Adams Atlantic Ocean Ydea Pittsburg Pennsylvania Estro 4

Thieves In His Room

Daniel Crowley of Second avenue woke at 1 a m to find two men rifling his clothing. One fled, the other, named Martin Connors, was caught after a chase by Officer 5. Central station lodged information, Crowley reported a stolen watch and money, and Connors was jailed for court.

Daniel Crowley Second Avenue Mr. Crowley Central Station Martin Connors Daepers Gripp

Harvest Home Celebration at St. Mark's Episcopal

A Harvest home service begins tomorrow at St. Mark's Episcopal Church on South Eighteenth Street and runs through next Sunday. Rev. J. C. White will preach at the morning and evening services, with special services and music planned for the week including All Saints communion.

Harvest St. Mark’s Episcopal Church South Eighteenth Street J. C. White D. D All Saints

Dalzell Denies Inter View Rumor On Postmastership

Congressman Dalzell issues a strong denial of a report that he antagonized the administration over the Pittsburg postmastership. He refutes claims of threats or favoritism, says he seeks fair treatment and appointment of his nominee, and denies meeting with Senator Quay or being at the Seventh Avenue Hotel.

Congressman Dalzell Dalzell Pittsburg Quay Tay House Wm. Flinn Seventh Avenue Hotel Senator Quay

Krupp Considers Pittsburg Plant Like Essen Factory

Reports say Herr Krupp of Essen Germany weighs building a Pittsburg gun plant modeled on his Essen works. A investigator is in town to evaluate land needs about five square miles for plant and housing. He favors Western Pennsylvania for gas wells and rail access near river.

Herr Krapp Essen Germany Pittsburg Rhenizh Herr Krupp Europe Krupp Pennsylvania

Frank McMahon Held for Court on Aggressive Assault Charge

Magistrate Gripp yesterday held Frank McMahon for court in default of bail on aggravated assault and battery charges. McMahon was arrested by Officer Ed Cross Thursday night within Bedford avenue area for attempting to rob a drunken man. Police report show a long prior record and note the suspect’s past arrest by City M Ed Martin six months ago for brutal beating.

Frank McMahon Gripp MecMahon Ed Cross Bedford Avenue Ests Shon Ed Martin Citizens Traction E

Democratic Clubs Unite to Promote Full Vote Campaign

The Randall Club and County Democracy united at Democratic headquarters to pro cure a full Democratic vote. A joint committee will confer with Democratic associations to enlist aid in polling a full vote. All clubs may send reps to a meeting at No. 138 Fifth Avenue next Monday at 7 30 PM.

Randall Club County Democracy Fifth Avenue

Struck by Crane Injures Millwright at South Fifteenth Street Mill

Reese Davis of Oliver Bros. and Phillips suffered broken ribs and possible internal injuries yesterday afternoon after a crane swung suddenly, pinning him between a beam and the crane arm while guiding sheet iron walls on scaffolding.

Reese Davis Oliver Bros. & Phillips South Fifteenth Street Davis

Travelers Return From European Trip At Lengthy Homecoming

Hon C L Mages and wife Senator Rotan of Allegheny and George von Bonn horst expected home from nearly six months in Europe. Magee enjoyed the Old World journey and will resume political leaderships. Senator Rutan traveled for health and is ready to rejoin political life. Welcoming party planned. Clifton Wharton Jr of New York staying at the Dogesne. Samuel Brown of New Geneva to be lockkeeper at new dam and lock No 8. E M Bigelow Chief of Public Works returned from New York with unreported plans.

C. L. Mages Senator Rotan Allegheny George von Bonnhorst Philadelphia Magee Putsty Rutan Europe Ater Rutan Clifton Wharton, Jr New York Dogeesne Wharton Samuel Brown New Geneva

B M Sanna Ear Nose Specialist at 718 Penn Street

A note lists Dn. B M Sanna as an ear, nose and throat specialist with the address 718 Penn Street and contact details.

B. M. Sanna Penn Street S&su

Admiral Daelgren Warns on Chaperoning Young Girls

Morrows SistaTou features Admiral Daelgren explaining why young girls should be chaperoned. The column argues for protective supervision and cautions against risky social scenarios.

MBS Admiral Daelgren Morrow SistaTou

Burdette Lectures on The Boy Draws Crowd at City Hall

Bob Burdette delivered a two hour talk at City Hall to about 2,235 attendees including the M M A crowd, exploring boyhood and the path from youth to manhood with humor and pathos. He emphasized family guidance, father son bonding, and the influence of environment on boys while noting the era’s changes and the need for parental involvement. The program announced the Mundell Brothers Vocal Quartet performing on November 22.

Bob Burdette Old City Hall Burdette Cain Puppi Iisad Mundell Bistera’ Vocal Quartet

Veiled in Mystery Orange Grove Proprietor Arrested

An Orange Grove proprietor tied to Armstrong Co DM class, Charles Hiltenbelter alias Charles Hill of 251 Webster Avenue, claims a Florida grove near Jacksonville. Detective Fitzgerald arrested him but the exact charge remains unclear. Detective Finney holds a warrant from Armstrong County. details were unavailable at midnight. Hill says only he borrowed $65.

Armstrong Co Charles Hiltenbelter Charles Hill Webster Avenue Jacksonville Fla Fitzgerald Finney West Penn Railroad Hill Armstrong County

Glass Apprentices in Turmoil at McCully’s Glass House

Snyder, manager of McCully’s on Twenty-eighth Street, discusses a brewing dispute over an extra apprentice. The workers claim only one apprentice should be assigned per twenty blowers, given 40 blowers total. A committee from the shop plans to meet the firm next Tuesday to seek a fix.

Mr. Snyder McCully Twenty-eighth Street Glass House Snyder

May Sullivan Case Triggers Westmoreland Parasol Probe

Agent Dean of the Anti Cruelty Society reports rising tips about additional cases in Greensburg and Scottdale tied to the May Sullivan matter. He received letters from local gentlemen urging investigation into scandals involving younger girls and socially prominent men, with witnesses recalled from Scottdale. Dean says he will present the material to the society board before pursuing further charges.

United States Sir Dean Anti-Cruelty Society May Sullivan Court House Westmoreland County Greensburg Scottdale Alley Selter Harrington The Anti- Cruelty Society

Citizens' Traction Railway denies extension and fare cuts

A report claimed the Citizens' Traction Railway would extend its cable line to the Sharpsburg bridge and charge 5 cents to Sharpsburg with same fare to East Liberty. Director James Verner told the Pittsburgh Dispatch no decision or quorum discussion on extensions or fare reductions had occurred.

Citizens’ Traction Railway Company Butler Street Sharpsburg Bridge Sharpsburg East Liberty Tor Dispatch James Verner

Freight Blockade Ties Up Rail Traffic From Pittsburg West

Lack of locomotive engines drives a freight slowdown across the Pittsburgh region. Coke shortages halt Western furnaces, grain shipments from Chicago are stalled, and several lines including Ft Wayne Pittsburg and Western and Panhandle face severe congestion.

Pittsburg Western Points Chicago Ft Wayne Western Panhandle

Mendelsbohn Club Holds Third Southside Rehearsal

The Mendelasohn Club, the only choral group on the Southside, met at Palace parlors on South Fifteenth and Carson last night for its third rehearsal of the season. Attendance was good and indications point to a successful season with J. P. McCullom as instructor.

Mendelasohn Club Southside Palace South Fifteenth Carson Streets J. P. McCullom E. F

Man Arrested After Alleged Wife Beating in Allegheny

Philip Petrie of Madison Avenue Allegheny was arrested by Officer Alexander last evening for roughing his wife. The suspect was detained as the wife’s screams drew police, who found him in the act.

Philip Petrie Madison Avenue Allegheny Alexander

Webster Avenue Man Remanded After Alderman Hearing

Taylor Louis of Webster Avenue appeared before Alderman Richards on a charge of. Loyd reports Louis threatened to cut his heart out with a razor. Louis was held for court.

Taylor Louis Webster Avenue Alderman Richards W. H. Loyd Louis

Eye opening operation restores sight for McDonald man

John Ayres of McDonald Washington county Pa endured fifty years of eye trouble suffering from corneal ulceration. After two weeks of treatment with Dr. Sadler at 804 Penn Ave a skilled operation freed his lids and opened his eyes to their natural state.

John Ayres McDonald Washington County Sadler Penn Ave

Safety gates urged at Southside crossings amid fatal accidents

Petitions circulate among manufacturers and citizens calling on the railroad companies to install safety gates at street crossings on the Southside. Three fatal incidents in the past month heighten demand, with talk of a general city ordinance and possible mass meeting to seek enforcement against Pittsburgh and Lake Erie company rights.

Pittsburg Virginia Charleston Panhandle Southside Lake Erie Pitsburg eKeesport Youghiogheny Pennsylvania Railroad Charleston City Pont Patibionnie Lake Erie Company Twenty-second Street F. C. Beinhauer Bukland Braun

Runaway beer wagon injures two men in West End

James Sweeney and Gus Schinduheete were seriously injured when a beer wagon ran away on Steuben street. Horses frightened the wagon, overturned it, and dragged the men before stopping near a fence. Barrels spilled beer, aiding youths nearby. Schinduheete suffered head and body injuries. Sweeney broke a wrist and was sent home.

James Sweeney Gus Schinduheete West End Steuben Street Saw Mill Run

Monopoly in Western Pennsylvania on book keeping system

The Inter-State Business Practice Association of America headed by President Williams and Prof. Row restricts new members with unanimous consent, allowing Curry University to control Western Pennsylvania. The group shifts from text book teaching to a newspaper market quotation method, denying access to many students and reshaping business education and book keeping training.

Western Pennsylvania Inter- State Business Practice Association of America Williams Row Curry University Sens Sta America Mont Aeeeink Breiner Owledge Curonan Business

Politicians Passing Through on Short Philadelphia Stopover

Boss McManes and a Philadelphia delegation arrived by special car after a trip from Cincinnati. The group, led by A McManes with Henry Clay and others, said the journey was a political nonevent and aimed at a rent from business. They toured Charlottesville and White Sulphur Springs and planned to hitch their car to the 8 o clock train.

Boss McManes James McManes Quaker City Philadelphia A. McManes Henry Clay Lavery Bradley L. Rittenhouse L E. Salter Morris H. Stern Cincinnati McManes Mesars Magee Quay Lexington Senator Quay Mr. McManes Theator Walters Powers Opera House Se. Bean

Mysterious Fire Alarm Near Alleghenian Street

A Thursday night blaze was investigated after Hutchinson found a suspicious setup near Allegheny Street. Local authorities reported shavings and minor materials consistent with arson but offered no solid clues.

Horseshoers' matter fixed after council talks

Trades' Council committee ends dispute with Boases after negotiations. Horseshoers and operatives had eyed a nine hour work day and Saturday work until four. A visit to Mr Mc Caslin last night led to a believed final agreement.

Trades’ Council Horseshoers McCaslin

Typhoid Decline and Local Health Alerts

Physicians report cold weather helping end the typhoid fever outbreak along Penn avenue and in Lawrenceville after months of prevalence. An alarm from box 143 was sparked by a blaze at rear of No 19th Street Southside. Impure water risk noted with Angostura drops recommended. Advertising notices for James H. Aiken & Co. and F. & V.'s Pilaner beer appear among the fragments.

Penn Avenue Lawrenceville Cesena No. Nineteenth Street Southside

Plush Coats and Seal Coats From Noted Makers

A display lists plush coats and genuine Alaska seal coats from two celebrated makers. The assortment includes long fashion coats in rich red tones and impeccable fur finishes. The reader is invited to inspect and select from these carefully chosen garments.

Hamilton's Piano Offer Promises Rare Decker Bros and More

Exposition visitors are urged to go to Hamilton's at 91 and 93 Fifth to view top pianos and organs. The ad claims Hamilton's is sole agent for four premium brands and highlights low payments and strong neighbor recommendations. It also touts Estey and Excelsior organs and urges buyers to visit Hamilton's salesrooms for convincing demonstrations.

Hamilton's Decker Bros Kuabe Fischer Rarek Roe Ve Ae Olea Hamilton Estey Excelsior Brancs Terring

Foundry strike widens as workers resist orders and seek raise

Seven foundries have signed but more men are coming out. James Lathwood of Faber Street signs after being notified of the increase. Evans Brothers and Yagle & Co. still face withdrawal as workers refuse orders. Five Jones & Laughlin operatives laid off amid scarce work. Several men already left the city seeking work elsewhere while others await a promised raise.

James Lathwood Faber Street Hillard Jones & Laughlin Aabaeie Benies Thomas Wisdom Street Marshall’ Foundry Sexton Gloucester Iron Works Wisdom Sears

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