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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1890

Page

2

Delamater Attacks Highlight Republican Nominating Speech

The speaker lavished praise on Pattison while condemning Delamater for siding with corporations. He attacked Emery, denounced Quay as a tool of private ends, and promised to prosecute election offenders to the bitter end. He forecast Pattison winning by about 40,000 votes.

Harrisburg Call Philadelphia Quay Market House Delamater Blankenburg Pattison

A Venango Politician Urges Pattison Vote Against Delamater

Hon J H Osmer of Venango County campaigns in Pittsburgh urging Republicans to back Pattison over Delamater. He accuses Delamater of misgovernance, cites tax and veto issues, and vows to awaken voters in Beaver and Portstown, ending with a warning for November 4.

Votes as He Prays: Watson Delivers Notable Speech

The event featured J D Watson delivering a strong address while Thomas M Marshall’s absence disappointed the crowd. Rev Mr Core pledged to vote for Robert Pattison, drawing applause, as Watson rebutted a label calling him a depot flop and recalled a past experience with Pattison.

Thomas M. Marshall Mr. Core Robert Mk. Pattison E. Pattison

Political Debate Critique of Quay and Delamater

The speaker attacked fraud and bribery linked to Quay supporters and branding Delamater’s record as flawed. He warned that a gang in power would ruin the state's moral standing. Watson then praised Pattison, concluding amid cheers from the audience.

Napoleon Delamater Quay

List of Vice Presidents at Lafayette Hall Republicans Endorse Pattison

A long list read at Lafayette Hall last evening items numerous individuals as Republicans who will vote for Pattison. Names include G Allinder M D Henry A Shaffer William B H Sterritt J M Brown John R Schooley and many others across various locales and professions.

Lafayette Hall Pattison G. Allinder M. D Henry A. Shaffer William BH. Sterritt J. M. Brown Charlies Leonard John R. Schooley J. M. Graham Daniel Williams W. H. Crown W. T. Garrard W. J. Incham Thidoes Otmas Alex. Martin Seon « Young Aoesanie Hateman Wilttas Hickey Samarl Poole Cal. Weratt Co Charles MH. Mock Hem Thomas Heck Core V. Christmas Johns James Walker C. Wricht Servie Chadwi W. Burch W. ML. Taylor A. Y. Stephens Michand Horne William Rel M Frank Eutan William Thomp Paank Christy

Democratic Meeting Thrives At Allegheny Turner Hall

A large turnout gathered at Turner Hall on Beaver Avenue in Allegheny for two Democratic meetings last evening. About 200 attendees, including many independents, applauded speakers attacking the Republican party. Speakers criticized Ingalls and Delamater while praising Pattison and urging votes for Pattison for Governor and Foster for Congress.

Turner Hall Beaver Avenues Allegheny Tom" Marshall C.F. McKenna Ingalls Kansas Weiibald Carrion Delamater Emery Pattison Curts Monks Quay J. Morrison Foster Stone Congress

Philadelphia Woolen Manufacturer Predicts Pattison Victory

Rudolph Blankenburg, noted Philadelphia woolen maker and reformer, privately assesses the political race. He believes Delamater’s Philadelphia majority may not exceed 4000, notes stronger conditions for Pattison, and predicts Allegheny County will swing to the Democrats for honest government.

Rudolph Blankenburg Philadelphia Mr. Blankenburg Seventh Avenue Tae Diep atTeu Delamater Pattison Stewart Allegeny County

Sixth Ward Republicans Hear Mayor Gourley And Others

A Sixth ward Republicans meeting convened at the Forbes Street School basement with David Hutchinson presiding. Mayor Gourley spoke mainly on tariff policy, followed by Clarence Burleigh who faced interruptions from supporters of the independent movement. A tall Virginia claimant caused disruption before Burleigh completed his remarks, and A. J. Edwards delivered a strong closing address.

Sixth Ward Forbes Street David Hutchinson Gourley Clarence Burleigh Independent Movement Ciitizens Virginia Burleteh A. J. Edwards

Brennen's Itinerary Quietly Outlines Brass Band Tour

William Brennen is promoting a brass band tour tonight with a souvenir titled Brennen's Itinerary. Carriages depart from County Democracy at 7 20 p m and stop at Penn avenue and Water street 8 00 Ross street Fifth avenue and Miltenberg street Second avenue and Hrady nats Second and Greenfield avenues Glenwood and second avenue car line. Star speakers include Brennen Dr J Pcoatthy and William jertioine. Brennen denies reports of seeking a judicial post if not elected.

William Brennen Congress R Street Second Avenue Hrady Second Greenfield Avenues Glenwood Brennen J. Pcoatthy Luzerne County William Jertioine Eacnea

Factors In The Fight Over Washington Senatorial Contest

The article notes interest from Qusy and Magee in the Washington senatorial race. M. L. A. McCracker and T. B. H. Brownlee traveled to the city as pressure mounts to push Colonel Hawkins aside. The Quay and Mayes factions remain the main contenders with Quay aligned supporters and Mayes opposing, amid ongoing political maneuvering.

Qusy Magee Washington M. L. A. McCracker Hawkins T. B. H. Brownlee Senator Quay C. L. Mayes Quay Pec

Taking Care of the Polls in County Democracy Meeting

The County Democracy held a meeting last evening to plan election logistics and poll operations with arrangements continuing on the sixth page.

County Democracy

Slavonian Cardas Dance Dazzles Allegheny Crowd

A Slavonian fraternal reunion in Allegheny Turner Hall drew hundreds as 75 couples danced the cardas. A gypsy band provided live music while Peter Victor and J Wolfe discussed the National Slavonian Fraternal Unions aims and Hungarian Slavic heritage in America.

Slavonian Fraternal Union Slavonia Hungary

Orphans Seek Father Record From Akron Letter

A Warren area clerk of courts received a plea from Robert Vannepes of 372 West Market Akron Ohio. He and his two brothers, now orphaned after their mother’s recent death, seek information about their father William Vannepes a grassblower and Civil War veteran to gain admission to the Soldiers Orphans Home.

McGunnegle Akron Robert Vannepes West Market Street William Vannepes

Partnership dissolutions rise alongside other progress

The record shows dissolutions average 90 per term under Mr. Harry Moore. The list reflects matrimonial severances with infidelity and desertion cited as causes, the latter treated differently by law.

Harry Moore

Police chief receives inquiry on missing woman Elizabeth Wolf

Superintendent Gamble Weir yesterday received a letter from Blanch Brown of 2005 Market Street Denver requesting information about Elizabeth Wolf who claimed Pittsburg origin and residence with the Wise family. The letter said she was dead and asked the Superintendent to communicate with her relatives.

Gamble Weir Blanch Brown Market Street Denver Col Elizabeth Wolf Pittsburg Lved Wise

Dentist Dr. Thomas L. Ersit Dies Suddenly in Allegheny

The young Alegheny dentist Dr. Thomas L. Ersit died suddenly yesterday at his residence No 44 Arch Street. He was recognized as one of the best known dental practitioners in the area.

Thomas L. Ersit Alegheny Arch Street

Plea of Persecution Involving Talented Wife and Fortune

T M Lamb recalls a dramatic love dispute with his stepmother and brothers claiming a conspiracy to ruin his marriage to Miss House, daughter of a Pittsburgh financier. He says the charges were baseless after he and Miss House married in Jamestown, and his lawyers pursue possible false-arrest actions. Lamb now serves as Western agent for the Merchants and Mechanics Bond and Savings Association at 6 Fourth Avenue.

T. M. Lamb Baldwin Locomotive Works Mia Lamb Pitteborg Philadelphia Bond Miss House Jamestown Ed Mouse Mra Lamb Mr. Rankin Commercial National Bank Fourth Avenue Merchants’ and Mechanics’ Bond and Savings Association

Proposals for Allegheny Post Office Site Locked Until Review

Proposals for sale of property to house a government post office in Allegheny are under Treasury review and will not be released publicly until an investigation by a department agent and a final location decision by the Secretary of the Treasury. Eight or ten bids exist for sites along Federal and Ohio streets and near the Diamond, with public release awaiting confirmation and potential controversy among bidders.

Allegheny City of Supervising Architect Washington Secretary of the Treasury Department Federal Street Ohio Street Treasury

A quartet of blazes keeps fire department busy all night

Four fire alarms sounded within three hours last night with no serious damage. At 8 16 station 43 responded to a cupboard fire at Joseph Petro’s house rear of 52 Congress street. An alarm from Stora fire hit a new frame house on Benford avenue near Morgan street. At 9 20 a roof fire flared at Atlas foundry on Twenty second street caused by an overheated stack. At 1 55 a roof fire at Scott’s brick yard on Second avenue brought out the department again.

Joseph Petro Congress Street Benford Avenue Morgan Street

Telegram seeks burglary suspect 5 foot 7 red hair whiskers

Inspector McAleese received a telegram from Jacob Watterson of South Fork asking for the arrest of a man 5 feet 7 inches tall, about 30 years old with red hair and whiskers of the same color. The telegram did not name the suspect. the inspector speculated it may be a flood fund contributor seeking revenge and issued related orders.

Inspector McAleese Jacob Watterson South Fork Che

Week's Mortality Totals Reported for October Week

The mortuary report for the week ending October 23 records 74 deaths, up from 71 in the same period of 1889. City deaths by section: Old City M, East End 28, Southside 17, and institutions 11.

Old City East End Southside

Humane Society Approves Cruelty Case Outreach Plan

At yesterday's regular meeting the Humane Society passed a resolution directing one agent to spend two days handling cruelty cases involving aged people and children. The group also reported contributions totaling $50.

the Humane Society

Missing Boy Found After Mt Washington Disappearance

Arthur Jones, a 16 year old, disappeared from his Mt Washington home three days ago. He was feared to have harmed himself but was found last night in Charles City and returned home.

Arthur Jones Mt. Washington Cnartlers

Notable Visitors Lodging at the Duquesne Hotel

A string of visitors checked into Pittsburgh's Duquesne including tobacco planter Leslie Pantin of Havana and L and G Sequinn manufacturers. Other arrivals were Anthony J. Thomas of the Pittsburg and Western, Samuel Streseer from Dunbar, J M Guify praising Pattison, Judge Harry White visiting from Indiana, Judge J C Bucher from Lewisburg, J W Mulholland from Philadelphia on his wedding tour, and Henry C McCormick of Willfi alongside Colonel George Woodford and others at local gatherings and meetings.

Leslie Pantin Havana L. and G. Sequinn Hill Farm J. M. Guify Philadelphia Pattison Hbel Harry White Indiana Pittsburg Chicago Indiana County Delamater J.C. Bucher Henry C. McCormick Willfi McKee Heckelastores George Woodford Illinois East Ann W. M

Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Elects Officers

Chief Arthur nears retirement as two officers are chosen George Dority of Charleston MA re elected Grand Chaplain and R M Clark of Denver named Grand Guide Delegates debate federation with Federation of Railway Employes and Arthur may take role as Counselor with salary. convention to meet in May 1992 in Atlanta GA.

Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Wilmerding George RB. Dority Charleston Mass R. M. Clark Denver Atlanta

Boiler Manufacturers Call for Reform of Middlemen

James Lappan, president of the Boiler Manufacturers Association, condemns middlemen who push cheap dangerous boilers through supply agencies. He cites widespread agency activity, dominance of a few clerks downtown, and crowding out workers who endure low livings. He urges a speedy, general improvement in industry practices.

James Lappan Boiler Manufacturers' Association Oae Aamal

Fighting Over Marbury Street Street Vacation Clash Reaches Mayor

Mayor Gourley plans a ground inspection Friday amid opposition to a Marbury street vacation ordinance. Petitioners Mary Tate and the Littles seek estate settlement, while Mawhinney Dicken and Eliza Stewart oppose. The measure passed the Common Council after delays. Mawhinney warns of a lawsuit if signed.

Gourley Marbury Street Fourteenth Ward Mary Tate Bueiah Esther Little Moreland Sienea M. Mawhinney J.C. Dicken Eliza Stewart Major Ma Forbes Street Mawhinney J. ©. Dicken Major Moreland

City seeks a hospital as McAleese pushes for care system

Inspector McAleese says the city needs its own hospital to house two mentally fragile men held at Central Station. Captain Dan Silvas sought Dixmont petition after courts redirected them. without a hospital, officials may keep them in jail, raising concerns over treatment and space.

John EK. Jones George Mateer Central Station Jones Bethel Mateer Dan Silvas Court House Dixmont Iuages McAleese Kerlin

Selecting the Furniture for the New Building

Colonel H. L. Swords visited the post office to survey department furniture needs for the new building. He will return to Washington to seek approvals and aims to have the furniture delivered by January.

H. L. Swords Post Office Washington

Philadelphia Delegates Bring Special Train For State Endeavor Meet

Philadelphia delegates to the State meeting of the Christian Endeavor Society will travel to the event on November 5 aboard a special Pennsylvania Railroad train.

Philadelphia The Christian Endeavor Society Pennsylvania Road

Exchange Old Instruments For New Pianos And Organs

Meclor & Hoene advertise exchange for old instruments toward new pianos and organs with high values and easy payments. They feature Hardman Krakauer Vose Harrington brands and claim low prices for wide ranges from church to cottage organs. Also note Jos Horge & Co offering trimmed hats and stylish children's outerwear at 609-621 Penn Avenue.

Hardman Krakauer Vose Harrington Meclor & Hoene Fith Avenue Jos. Horge & Co Peon Avenue

Drowned Woman Found Near Smiths Boathouse On Allegheny

A 25 year old woman with German features was found drowned in the Allegheny River near a boathouse at Eighth Street. The body, still warm, was retrieved by a drifting rope and taken to the morgue for inquest by Coroner McDowell. A 12 cent imitation seal pocketbook was found, no identity papers, gold bracelets missing from the wrists after recovery. An investigation was ordered by Inspector McAleese.

Allegheny River McDowell J. A. Smith Eighth Street Oficer McNeill Officer McNeill Pat Luther Smith Luther Omcer McNeill McAleese

What the D. P. 8. Costs in Pittsburg for September

The Department of Public Safety report for September shows expenditures by bureau: Fire 2,239.69. Police 25,671.28. Electricity 1,406.32. Health 1,172.30. Building Inspectors 434.97. Plumbing 170.20. General office 522. The balance in the appropriation fund by bureau is listed as 85,975.00. 123,764.28. 24,290.56. 1,649.33. 3,368.02.

Department of Public Safety Bureau of Fire Bureau of Police Bureau of Electricity Bureau of Health Bureau of Plumbing General Office

Old Man Dies Carrying Coal Up Stairs

George Meixner of Clark street expired last evening while bearing a bucket of coal to upper floors. He was seven, a widower living with his brother in law. Heart disease was listed as the cause. A second note reports Thomas Brown, twenty two, killed on a sandboat near McKeesport after noon when a bolt broke. A similar accident had occurred three months earlier at the same site. Радпyard Kipling has written a serial. publication to start Sunday, November 1, with The Dispatch securing rights.

Venango J. H. Osmer Venango County Congress Pattison Pittsburg Delamater Lafayette Hall Satan Rour Pennsylvania Andrew G. Cartin Ormor Gary Hartranft Hoyt Man Delamater Uonus Quay Latie Delamater Sin Lawrh Sr Hastines Stone George Meixner Clark Street Thomas Brown McKeesport

Housekeepers department sale on blankets and linens

Sterling values offered this week direct from mills for blankets in all colors grades and makes. Eiderdown comfortables in varied colorings with satin or silk coverings priced from $5 to 0 each. Large assortment of table linens pil lows and towels plus hemstitched cloths and napkins sold in sets at reduced prices. Tariff increases noted but no advance to customers until supply runs out.

Eiderdown

Everett Pianos and Hats at Great One Day Sale

A local notice advertises weekly payments for Everett pianos with certificates held by Mrs. H. M. Pinney and Mrs. B. P. Stannard. It promotes inexpensive hats, bonnets, and ties at five dollars, plus a broad sale of eyeglasses and coats with low prices and free consultations at area shops.

Slack Fuel Used At Sharpsburg Mills For Puddling

Moorhead Bros. & Co. adopt steam burners to burn slack coal in the puddling department at Sharpsburg mills. Sixteen furnaces in use with more to be running this week. The system aims to ease gas shortages by using mine slack as fuel though not as efficient as natural gas. Officials say the gas stoppage is temporary and to be remedied soon by new supply lines from mills and field mains.

Sharpsburg Moorhead Bros. & Co

Suffering in Dakota appeals for aid via Ellendale

Citizens of Ellendale, N Dakota, appeal for money food and clothing after two years of crop failure and cold winters. Mayor Gourley received a letter from D E Geer secretary of the Charitable Committee outlining the plea and naming Pittsburg as a recipient city. Contributions may be sent to Mayor Thomas Sert or any committee member. John Slovenski and Julius Wall of Amerikansko Slovenské Novine face libel charges from Polish priest J J Jaskovitz over a published article alleged to blackmail and ridicule.

Gourley D. E. Geer Ellendale N. Dak Helat Pittsburg Thomas Sert John Slovenski Julius Wall Amerikansko Slovenské Noving No. 47 Diamond Street J. J. Jaskovitz Plymouth Qasids County

Local girl Maggie Carroll facing confusing misdirection

A fragment describes Maggie Carroll on the Southside with adult shadows and a claim of truthfulness. she is sent home after an apparent falsehood is uncovered lead remains unclear.

Maggie Carroll Central Police Station Themn Carmel

Handso mely trimmed hats and boys clothing sale

Auction style missives show trimmed hats and bonnets priced around ten dollars and up. Advertisements for Jos Houxe & Co Penn Avenue Stores and The People's Store Fifth Avenue tout boys Jersey suits for ages four to seven in navy blue winter weight fabrics with pants options, promising value and fit.

Jos Houxe & Co Penn Avenue Campbell & Dick

Alaska Seal Garments Offer At Moderate Prices

We urge buyers to act now as prices will not rise immediately or soon. Our stock of fine Alaska Seal Garments is large and complete with very moderate prices for discerning customers seeking quality.

London Alaska

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