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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1889
Page
2
Railroad men deny any freight rate rise this season and warn there is no foundation for November talks. Interviews with Stewart and others say contracts hold, canal plans are distant, and ore and coke rates are unlikely to move before May with winter car scarcity cited.
Residents report bold robberies near Penn avenue with two men forcing the side door of Thomas Rameeen’s plumbing shop at 1647. Two tills opened but no cash found. an overcoat belonging to Robert McLaughlin was taken. The burglars fled toward Frea Binbach’s store where Mrs Binbach’s alarm scared them off. two suspects described to police as they fled.
During the week ending Saturday there were 68 deaths in the city, three fewer than the same week last year. East End records lead with 32 deaths. Causes include consumption and pneumonia, with several under sixteen and two over thirty six born in Pittsburg.
Mt Oliver Electric Railway on South Thirteenth street readies to start next Monday after poles and overhead wires were completed. Receiver Fawcett says improvements will bring new cars and closer service, despite prior conduit failures and cost overruns from $60,000 to nearly $120,000.
Emma Stannard a four year old colored girl died after being struck by car 210 of the Citizens' Traction line on Penn avenue between Twenty-eighth and Twenty-ninth streets. The cripman William Marks alerted for yards but the child was focused on a companion and died at West Penn Hospital about two hours later. An inquest is planned this morning.
Emma Wilson of Allegheny aged 11 vanished after being given 20 cents for an errand and not seen by midnight. Her mother fears she spent the money and may be sent back to Morganza. In a separate Central station incident, a boy claiming Africa birth and Senegambian traits, Charles Kelly, 11, confessed intent to smash a pane. he was released after promising better conduct.
The Humane Society met yesterday as Agent O'Brien reported chickens packed in crates could not stand. Merchants blamed shippers, but O'Brien warned all would be held responsible. A reform campaign was approved and a war on cruelty will begin immediately.
Mr M Cossenass, agent for Royal Hungarian wine cellars at Buda Pesth, is in the city to appoint agents for selling the wine. The Hungarian Government has ordered wines made in the territory sent to Buda Pesth cellars to prevent mislabeling as French. The plan aims to restore prestige and standardize sales across Europe and the United States.
Former Alderman H. B. Ayres, jailed for a misdemeanor in office, was freed on payment of 700 dollars plus costs. Sheriff McCandless authorized the release after 33 days were deducted for exemplary conduct from his prior year sentence in county jail.
The Twenty-eighth ward school board met last night and decided to open a 40 night term of school on next Monday evening. The matter of selecting teachers was left to the principal. The custom to alternate day teachers will be adopted again this season. The Twenty-sixth ward board also decided to have night school with term opening Monday evening.
Since the opening of the baths on Diamond Street the proprietor has received numerous letters from women seeking private time slots for healthful baths. Requests often specify Fridays between 6 and 4 o clock.
Pennsylvania Railroad officials explain the Pittsburgh freight congestion stems from rapid industrial growth outpacing rail capacity. They note doubled locomotive counts since six years ago, new engines and cars pending delivery, and winter traffic expected to remain heavy. The interview covers motive power, car distribution, and molders’ wages as factories expand.
A meeting of Pan American Committee chairmen was held in the Chamber of Commerce. A committee will meet train delegates at Steubenville and guide them to the city, with arrival planned around 7 o clock. Finances were discussed. funds could be raised. The General Reception Committee will reconvene Saturday afternoon to complete arrangements. An official of the Philadelphia Company denied any notice of a Mechanical Exhibit Committee gas display and had no talks with committeemen beyond reports in a recent issue.
Sisters of the Convent of St. Anne on Washington street Allegheny filed a complaint with Mayor Pearson after stones were thrown by several youths. One missile narrowly missed injuring a nun, underscoring ongoing threats to the convent grounds.
Colonel J B R Shafer of Cedartown Ga visits to attend his mother’s funeral and offers praise for the South’s early progress. He notes influx of American and foreign capital for Cumberland district resource development and cites his Columbus tenure with Pennsylvania Lines. R H Lew of Pittsburgh denies involvement in Tennessee steel ventures. B C Christy travels to Philadelphia for a prohibition event.
A volatile clash among colored Republicans in Pittsburgh's Thirteenth ward ended with rival factions accusing outsiders of hijacking local clubs. A meeting at Reed Street saw the C. L. Magee Club formed amid tense scenes, while Gatewood and allies claimed the ward would host a separate gathering with visitors from allied groups. A reporter found the Franklin schoolhouse busy with heated, password demanded, private discussions about political fortunes and factional influence.
Francis Wolff died in the county jail from apparent alcohol-related causes, matching three prior incidents under similar circumstances. His body, viewed by Henry Wolff and a son-in-law, showed no major injuries beyond a slight forehead bruise. Jail officials cite alcohol as the sole cause. an inquest is set at the Coroner's offices this morning.
City officials weighed underground conduits as the best way to hide wires with minimal traffic disruption. Chief Bigelow urged sidewalks as the preferred route for conduits in a speculative plan preserving certain city rights. Chief Brown supported burying cables to curb street clutter, noting cellar interference and rapid growth of wiring.
Julius Stevens a glass worker of Zanesville Ohio was jailed yesterday while his wife and relatives were expected. He entered the McCully Co. office on the South side hung his clothing then left for the street. Police detained him for a sanity inquiry.
Over 100 kinds of trusses priced from $1 to $15. The ad promotes large assortments and expert fitting with guarantees. Contact R Lima Mrs. Co. at 909 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh.
Rumors of Krupp of Essen establishing a gun factory near Pittsburgh spark speculation. Thomas Prosser & Son deny current negotiations, noting Krupp’s American ties and possible misattribution. Mollvain declines to explain, says options exist on 1300 acres and hints some talk may be untrustworthy.
Rev I N Hays of Central Presbyterian Allegheny resigned due to salary cuts. Young church members commend his resignation and hope for return at former salary. Hays remains interim pastor until December meeting. Finances blamed on church location and limited parish income.
A female detective reports Alderman McKenna hosted a social with Mrs Annie Swoger and Miss Nora Miller. Swoger alleges Miller claimed the ability to whip her. Swoger describes husband neglect and a kept photograph of Miller. Miller waives a defense and enters bail. amateur detective Patrick shadowed Miller’s house amid knocks during the hearing.
The Lotus Club of Sounthaide plans an old fashioned Hallowe en celebration tomorrow night. The format mirrors last year with nuts wine and cider served, followed by each member compelled to tell a ghost story.
Reports of educational decline sparked conflict at Springfield School Twelfth ward as Miss Wolfe refused to teach the High School class. Directors cited teacher disputes, pupil exits to other schools, and a focus on supervision over instruction. Attendance later rebounded to 401 of 438 with plans to keep all ten teachers.
Rev Alexander Jackson formerly of Southside Presbyterian, now of Galt Ontario, flew to the Southside yesterday to recover Armstrong, about 18, who disappeared from the attic roof last week. The youth had been boating with friends on the lake and reached Pittsburgh unbeknownst to his parents. He telegraphed his father Sunday morning and learned money for return would arrive Tuesday. A sudden call at Soul Street and a ruse took him away before daylight, leaving Jackson with no explanation for the boy's strange departure.
Yesterday at Clark's mill a series of minor accidents occurred. Employee Thompson suffered an eye injury from a metal flash, while Fred De Armitt hurt a hand and workman Meliski sustained arm crush injuries in machinery.
Sherwood Council No 160 of Jr C U A M plans a Thursday night vote on changing its name. Most members oppose the change and expect a nearly unanimous rejection. A Lorena Council meeting in Allegheny reported a 30 vote against the alteration.
B and O rail line offers round trip excursion tickets to Baltimore for 8 dollars from November 7 to 12 with return until the 16th due to a Catholic Congress. Trains depart Pittsburgh at 8:00 AM and 9:20 PM.
Advert supports a busy sale day featuring about 550 men’s kersey and chinchilla overcoats in gray blue brown and black priced at 5 and 8 dollars for one day only. Includes hotel property listing and promotional mentions of local merchants, silvers, jewelry and infantswear offers with limited remaining stock and special events at multiple downtown Pittsburgh locations.
Leesburg Sand Company's Mercer county plant was sold to J. W. Moore, ex coke operator, to feed the new Charleroi Glass Company at Batlevernon. The Leesburg Sandy firm will enlarge the works, extend facilities, and ship Sand to Belle Vernonne glassmakers. The old owners included S. W. Vandersasl, William H. Harrison, James Harrison and A. B. Rutledge. The new firm plans a firmer financial basis and own freight cars. Names of the new Charleroi Glass Company members were not published.
A local retailer reports the largest purchase of the season to benefit customers. The store says goods are cheap at 50 cents and 1 2 cents per item, with Feeney and other names noted among suppliers. CAMPRPE L. & DICE.
An obscure fragment describes a gray blue brown overcoat and references prices, a shave, and a cor Grant corner near the court house. The text is incomplete with scattered initials and directions, offering little clear news context but noting local shop terms and a storefront setting.
A garbled OCR style notice promotes a life size crayon gift for children at 68 Federal Street Allegheny and invites shoppers to Henry Terheyden's Jewelry House 530 Smithfield Street for sleeve buttons and neckwear displays. It mentions the Evers family in Allegheny County and James H. Arkew & Co at 100 Fifth Avenue.
L. M. Morris of the City Foundry named three workers to form a committee to meet him as a strike unfolds. Contracts had been moved to another town and Morris declared no work for outside orders until next year.
The Mission Sunday School received permits for a brick building 31 by 75 feet at Reed and Colwell streets, costing $5,000. Charles F. Peck & Son filed for a two story structure about 47 by 30 feet in the Thirty-second ward, to be erected on a street site.
Mrs Lena M Craley died yesterday at West Penn Hospital after a week of tense agony. She was unconscious for several hours before death and had recently become delirious. The report notes her condition and the events leading to her passing.
A fragment from a 19th century shopping page advertises dress goods, trims, ribbons, and babies caps. It touts black and gold trimming, Persian colors, and popular twist designs. Prices quote $1 a yard amid hopeful notes for ladies overgaiters and related items.
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