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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1889
Page
12
A large crowd gathers at the Young Men's Republican Tariff Club in Pittsburgh to welcome C. L. Magee back from Europe. Speakers praise his service, travel, and patriotism, with Magee noting his gratitude and lightheartedly joking about recognition from friends and reporters.
Senator J S Rutan and wife returned from Europe and report good health and strong campaign resolve. He declares his candidacy for re election to the State Senate and anticipates support from Senator Quay, noting a long friendship and past district support. He praises rivals Neeb Speer Harbison and credits Magee as a friend.
The Big Deal confirms two charter applications. Land Improvement Company seeks 100000 capital with possible increase to 250000, while Charleroi Plate Glass Company aims 250000 capital with power to quadruple. Directors Ballitt Gee Moore Sloan from Grasuaeing Pa W D Hartupee and A F Chandler from Pitts. Hartupee is engineer. Operations may wait until next spring unless winter is unusually favorable.
At about 7 PM Detective Demmel placed Savaeria Carmonia, 29, in Central station on a charge of assaulting a 3 or 4 year old girl, daughter of Joseph Domhiff. The child, who was promised a penny, led him to a room where the attack occurred. doctors said the injuries were serious but not life threatening.
George Casey Mary Casey Albert Price and Mary Price were taken from a Butler Street room and jailed in the Seventeenth ward station on drunkenness charges. They faced Alderman Porter for running a disorderly house after neighbors complained of boisterous conduct. Casey injured Price in an early fight.
The report of a Baltimore and Ohio Railroad branch to Jeannette has no foundation. Officials say the company is already stretched and would likely have heard of any such plan if it existed.
Wm Flinn questions motives behind a name change sought by the National Council of the order. J W McCleary argues the shift benefits Eastern interests, raises costs up to nearly 100000, and could force legal and charter overhauls for councils with court charters or property. He notes Westward expansion shows potential growth if organizers spread the message.
Lou Denniston recounts a plain, touching quail story of a cock and his mate found after church. He frees the distressed bird, noting the hopeful duet they might have sung and the chance they were once eaten, a pathos filled scene of confiding domestic life.
A Dr Patch reporter recalls Senator Quay and William Flinn visiting Johnstown flood coverage. Quay, returning from his brother’s, asks about debris clearance and notes Flinn’s 3,000 workers and foremen on the scene. He quips primaries in Pittsburg would be a boss time, a lighthearted political moment.
Controller Morrow argues Christians should pay tithes in proportion to wealth to fund home and foreign missions. He says many do not tithe sincerely and fears mission support suffers, calling for greater liberality and a tariff on Christian giving.
Mr J C Reilly states the Second Avenue Street Railway Company will have its line in full operation and well equipped to give the best satisfaction attainable in the present state of electrical knowledge. The system used will be the Mson-Houston. No postponement is foreseen due to weather or any other cause. De B M Hanna ear nose and throat specialist. 716 Penn Street Pittsburg Parksu.
H. L. Dickson, after extensive study of European glass furnaces, reports tanks in successful operation and capable of producing glass equal to that made from pots. He notes that tanks were in use wherever employed, supporting comparable quality.
When tanks enter general use in the United States, their occupation will fade, akin to Othello. Eighty percent of glass from tanks is top grade. Most European tank furnaces are in Belgium, with only one in England at St Helens, Lancashire, and England imports Belgian glass. Tanks come in various sizes, suitable for small and large firms alike.
Chicago attorney J A Gerry praises Judge J M Longenecker Cook County State’s Attorney. He lauds Longenecker’s unity and strength in the Cronin case, notes his Southern Illinois roots and swarthy features, calls him a diligent truth hunter, and commends his sharp, impassioned oratory and proven integrity.
James L. Willis of Montreal denounces plans to exclude Canada from a Pan American delegation. He voices strong opposition to American railroads and asserts Canada’s independence, noting a growing anti-annexation sentiment and a large, influential political faction.
Master Workman T. V. Powderly says the American Federation of Labor has its views on the eight hour issue while the Knights of Labor hold theirs. He notes the conference aims to learn AFL positions, but he asserts no strike will be called on May 1 or any other time. The Federation states a general strike is not planned.
Albert C. Frew, a New Yorker now resident in Buenos Aires, reports rapid adoption of modern amenities in the Argentine Republic including Edison electric lighting, telephones, and electric motors. He advocates close US Argentina trade. L Magee relocates to Forbes Avenue pending a new house, Mrs. Magee to Massillon. Mrs. Gill and Mrs. Barnsdall visit church figures in Bradford. Rev John H. Greene of St Xavier’s Church and other clergymen are noted among regional leaders.
The Pittsburg Stenographers' Association held its regular monthly meeting with strong interest. Henry F. Gilig and Leander Trautman spoke on Shorthand in the Business World. Officers were re elected: A M Martin president George B Motherall vice president Leander Trautman secretary. treasurer H P Sealine.
The EpIscopal Home on Fortieth street reports the scarlet fever outbreak has dwindled to three convalescent cases. The matron says press reports overstated the danger, noting never more than six cases and no virulent illness, with no new cases reported.
Management weighs installing Siemens furnaces at the Pennsylvania Tube Works and converting from slack. Bids for the project have already been tendered, attributed to the threat of rising natural gas rates.
Cards have been issued for the second in a series of receptions by the Bon Ami Social on Thanksgiving night. Judging from the second-month reception, it should be very enjoyable.
An announcement lists long evening entertainments by Evenleg Entertainments at N Gallinger’s locations 1106 and 1200 Penn Avenue featuring flute and instrumental concerts.
The Phenix Roll Works at Forty-first street and the Allegheny Valley Railroad yard report two of the largest rolls ever made weighing 92 000 pounds each, 142 inches long and 48 inches diameter. Molds 160 by 60 inches were used with 80 ton cranes to handle the mass. Ordered by Cambria Iron Works, shipped to Johnstown for a steel rail plant one third larger than the May destruction. Also completed two armor plate rolls for Carnegie Co Homestead Works with 132 inch width and rolling space 120 inches, each pair weighing 1734 tons, largest armor plate rails yet made.
Arrangements for the General Convention reception in Atlanta Georgia on November 12 are complete about 20 labor representatives will attend General Master Workman T W Powderly will preside and Secretary Treasurer John W Hayes will be secretary Delegates receive first class return tickets at one third rate with certificates and hotel rates range from 2 60 per day to 12 50 per day delegates may travel on any road except Pennsylvania New York Central and Hudson River roads
The Green Glass Workers' D A 149 Eastern district deposed Master Workman John Coffey at Windsor Hotel Philadelphia. Phelan appointed successor, but declined the office. Districts 149 and 143 are consolidated with Louis Arrington of Massillon, Ohio assuming Master Workman duties.
Founders in the Renshaw building discuss the strike amid mixed signals from eight published names. No consensus on action as Crescent Foundry reportedly signs the 5 percent raise, bringing total concessions to nine firms. Molders plan a K of L Hall meeting at 2 PM this afternoon.
The situation at O'Hara Glass Works remains unchanged with no new conference held between the firm and the Flint Glass Workers' Union.
Trustees of Saint Pauls German Evangelical Protestant Church Allegheny received and accepted the resignation of Rev Alfred J Koerner amid accusations of borrowing and unpaid debts. Koerner came from Utica New York two years ago and faced a libel suit from Rev B Pick related to debts. The church had tried to cover debts with Koerner salary advances and monthly sums, but trustees say debts piled up. A church member who runs a Main and Walnut Streets store sent a demand note and Koerner replied with a sharp letter before offering to resign.
Samuel Davidson, a veteran and longtime Plum township resident, was fatally gored while driving cattle home. The bull charged him and, with no defense at hand, he died within an hour despite awaiting assistance. Davidson is remembered for his Fredericksburg service.
Ida Arbuckle writes to Inspector Mc Aleese from Erie alleging her husband H C Horne vanished after two days of marriage, taking jewelry valued at 250 dollars. A warrant from Erie magistrate cites robbery and desertion. Detectives traced him to 64 Fifth Avenue and 2 Eighth Street. neither he nor employer have been seen for weeks. Mrs Arbuckle is a music teacher and amateur actress.
The State Union of Christian Endeavor holds its third annual convention at Market Square Presbyterian Church Harrisburg with Governor Beaver opening the event and Mrs Beaver hosting a reception at the Executive Mansion. Speakers include Rev H B Grose Rev Geo B Stewart Dr F E Clark Robt J Burdette and Dr Wayland Hoyt.
The Quarterly Committee of the Prison Board heard Warden Berlin and Mrs. Elisabeth Railing testify about her dismissal for incompetency and rules violations. Essling denied fault and claimed fair treatment, while the committee will report to the Board. Railing’s dismissal stands. the dispute centers on wardens actions and veracity.
Coroner holds inquest into the death of 28 year old William B R Harn of Tarentum found with a bullet wound. He had separated from his wife and lived with his sister. A letter to his wife claimed her infidelity and urged kindness to their daughter. Witnesses say he was addicted to drink. Verdict: death by own action.
At Homewood School House a large group of property owners led by T Stuchell condemned the new Grazier street charge from Homewood to the city limits as unfair after already paying for the segment to Fifth Avenue. They passed a petition demand to have the viewers report revised or nullified and pledged to seek legal action to avoid the assessment.
Dr W B Morrison of Oakdale on the Panhandle road was disinfecting clothing with chlorine at around 9 PM when fumes overtook him and he collapsed unconscious. He was found and aided by bystanders and taken to a local facility for treatment.
A statistical note discusses Pittsburgh crime and morality, focusing on the area below Grant Street as the city’s densest crime zone. It cites claims that 75 percent of arrests occur there and examines temperance arguments, saloon influence, casualty patterns, and urban density affecting crime and police work.
The article reviews Rowand as a legal candidate, stating he studied law under Sucas Jr and passed examinations by judges, with a substantial library and client base. It notes his criminal practice strength and cites his defense of the Duquesne strikers as evidence of capability, while predicting strong public support and a potential large majority.
The John J. Davis Commandery No. 12 A C E of the M C marks its second anniversary with a reception at Lawrence Turner Hall, Forty seventh and Butler streets, on Thanksgiving afternoon and evening.
In the week ending 1889 May, items including lumbers traps, a shoe bleaching case, and a wagon tongue are noted. People named include A B Roney of Pittsburg and E D Smith, with references to Blackman of Port Allegany and Katie Davis among others.
Axminster carpets offered at 175 per yard, five thousand yards with borders, in styles not found elsewhere. Special sale week at 627 and 629 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh. carpets claim longer wear and exclusive patterns.
Harris' Theater stage manager E M Stage notes the Anderson Burner cuts gas waste by 50 percent after a thorough trial. Sale continues Monday and Tuesday with about 1,000 overcoats and 1,000 tailor-made suits available from gar ments usually priced to 30 dollars down to 13 dollars. Corner Grant and Diamond Ita near the new Court House.
A garbled ad listing Grorexy Away-Echo pistols with a $1 chase appears at Busy Bes Hive located at Sixth and Liberty. The text references Gterfisg Sliver Speses and forka with a wide range of ladies at EP Esher run or ih re and sid Markei, details unclear.
Monday morning sale offers at 180 for all items of Bradley’s identical quality. Store lists include home made ema at 128 Federal Ave Allegheny and other locations.
No buffet should miss Bettie’s selection at the South American sp Winter Hosiery and Gloves closing sale. Fuse watch repairs offered at Hauch’s. English Trouserings and the largest stock of fashionable suitings and overcoats at Wood Street store.
Biker and Easton advertise plush coats from 15 dollars and plush jackets from 10 dollars plus genuine Alaska seal coats available at the event.
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