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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1889

Page

9

Labor Day Demonstrations Promised Across States

Labor leaders push for a national Labor Day with a large Pittsburgh carpenters march and plans to advance a bill through Congress. The eight hour movement and widespread parades are set from Greensburg to Scottdale with 10 000 to 15 000 in line, featuring unions and secret societies including the Flint Glassworkers and Knights of Labor affiliates.

New York New Jersey Ohio Ilinois Tur Disratca Sraan Federation of Labor M. T. Skelly John Beck Thomas Boks Fred V. Smith Arthur 5. Smyth George Wilsow John Hoffman Thomas Cullens FE. B. McElroy Robert Michael Yy Southside Hammel's Garden Mount Oliver Pennsylvania Green Jeannette Pa Greensburg William D American Flint Glassworkers Alleetation Earbour John W. Hayes K. of L Grangers Westmoreland County L. F. Armbruster George Sidebottom L. A. 76 Charles Schulz Flints Scottdale John Flannery Puntsutawney

Chambers & McKee to Start Window House Delay?

Reported in the city yesterday that Chambers and McKee would delay starting their window house for two weeks to respect manufacturers. The tentative plan was disputed by those with an interest in the project.

Chambers & McKee Wight

Smithies to Strike Over Wages and Saturday Hours

Journeymen horseshoers in the county vote to strike for higher pay and revised hours. Members of Union No 9 met after quitting work in Hibernian Hall on Wilie avenue. Wages sought: floor workers three dollars per day firemen three dollars fifty cents. women 2.75 daily. Some earn up to twenty one dollars weekly but average about one fifty. Striking likely if demands not met by Monday.

John M. Kelly Central Trades Council John Dalzell Congress Kelly Belly Pittsburg Trades Council Oity K. of L Scottdale Mount Pleasant Wy Eee Houtzdale John Costello General Eentis Board Brotherhood Carpenter and Joiners Smithfield Street Bridge Carson Street Routh Tenth Street Second Avenue Row Street Fifth Avenue Sixth Street Federal Street Ohio Street East Street North Avenue Union No. 211 Laters Union No. 9 Hibernian Hall Wilie Avenue

Harmony Lodge Probes Bogus Picnic Ticket Scam

A committee from Harmony Lodge No 18 of the Amaleamsted Association of Iron and Steel Workers met at The Durst Patch office to prosecute men who sold false tickets for a supposed picnic. They report $60 raised by members’ friends and vow to stop fake fundraisers exploiting labor.

Harmony Lodge No. 18 Amaleamsted Association of Iron and Steel Workers Durst Patch Harmony Lodge

Citizens Traction Fears Strike Amid Unanswered Demands

Women await word from Citizens' Traction about the advance demanded by extras. Without a reply the group plans to threaten a road tie up. organizers warn that a strike could cause every crew to desert their cars if demands are not met.

Traction Eee

Pittsburg Freight Committee Advances Westbound Rates

The Pittsburg Freight Committee met yesterday in the Lake Shore office and advanced west bound freight rates to take effect on the 16th inst. Rates on muck bar and pig iron to the Mahoning and Shenango valleys will also be advanced.

Pittsburg Lake Shore Road Mahoning Shenango

Elevator Strike Near Masonic Building Ends

Elevator workers on the new Masonic building walked off work this morning over hiring a non union man. He quit and the crew resumed duties, ending the stoppage.

Masonic

Two Serious Accidents Rock City Traction Service

Two Citi zens Traction cars suffered severe wrecks near Thirty-third and Thirty-ninth streets, delaying service for hours. Car 106 eastbound collided with a vault after the signal failed, injuring several passengers. car 205 from East Avenue crashed on a curve, leaving crews scrambling from shattered windows. Gripman Abe White and mail carrier M J Campbell were among the injured.

Citizen's Traction Company Butler Street Thirty-third Street Bridge East Ae Thirty-ninth Street A. White Rem Zenit M. J. Campbell Station B Abe White

Hither and Thither Dr Campbell Plans Pittsburgh Visit

Dr. F J Campbell the blind teacher and his son Guy return to Pittsburg this week to visit friends of the proposed blind institution and discuss location and conduct A public meeting is expected to follow. Westinghouse executives Billesby and McCullough depart for London to discuss a large branch plant. Various locals board for travels and health changes, including A L Livingstone resigning for Denver and several citizens returning from trips.

F. J. Campbell Guy Pittsbourg Campbell H. M. Billesby McCullougt Baldwin Westinghouse Electric Company Maine James 8 McKean Philadelphia

March to Mt Gretna for Pennsylvanian rifle meet

Sharpshooters from four regiments depart Pittsburgh by the Pennsylvania Railroad bound for Mt Gretna to compete in the 1889 state long range rifle contest. Six men per regiment form teams with regimental practice this week and a grand contest Friday. Last year the Third Brigade won the event.

Pennsylvania National Guard Pittsburg Mt. Gretna Baltimore and Ohio Pittsburg and Western

Disorderly house raid on Liberty street

Lieutenant Testers and Captain Unterbaum raided the house at 1153 Liberty Street run by Jennie Huntzman. Eight inmates were arrested and jailed at Central station naming Emma Williams Viola Ward Kate Richardson John Hutchinson James Heinz Jacob Brown George Meersbaum and Alexander Sunday. An Italian had been assaulted there about a week earlier. An information was filed during the week against Huntzman for keeping a disorderly house.

Testers Captain Unterbaum Jennie Huntzman Liberty Street Central Station Emma Williams Viola Ward Kate Richardson John Hutchinson James Heinz Jacob Brown George Meersbaum Alexander Sunday Huntzman Bey

Democratic Politicians Hurt in Runaway Crash

Commissioner Giles and John Ennis, noted Democratic figures, were injured when a horse frightened by a locomotive caused their buggy to crash near the Panhandle trestle at Sawmill Run. Giles suffered severe bruises while Ennis escaped with minor scratches after the fall.

Giles John Ennis McKee Rocks West End Sawmill Run Mr. Ennis

Wealthy Woman Sent To City Farm After Loss of fortunes

Catherine McCormack aged 73 was sent to the City Farm by the Department of Charities. Once well off, her husband owned land in the Thirtieth ward and after his death twenty years ago she squandered the estate. She has been dependent on the department for four years.

Catherine McCormack Department of Charities Department

Bricklayers Hold Sparse Special Meeting

A special meeting of the Bricklayers' Beneficial Association at No. 41 Fifth Avenue hall failed to draw many members last evening. The minutes announce the next regular meeting to be held Friday of next week.

Bricklayers’ Beneficial Association Fifth Avenue Antenu Oe

Speak Easy Hearings Fail to Produce Witnesses in McKeesport Liquor Cases

Hearings of McKeesport liquor license charges before Alderman Gripp were disrupted by absent witnesses. Several defendants including Mrs. Flaherty, Frank Smith, Louis Winkelman, and Sarah Reese were held for court or continued, while attachments and continued hearings were planned for Thursday. Some defendants, like Roth, were discharged after limited testimony.

McKeesport RB. 5 P. McCall Alderman Gripp John Hanlon Frank Terrigan Murphy Thurs- Sooaph Roth John Thomas Interpr Roth Hoth M. Breidinger Fourth Avenue Frank Smith Louis Winkelman Europe Walnut Street John Jackal Mr. Winkelman Alderman Cassidy Winkelman George Baird William Wilson Frank Logan Baird Wilson Daniel Butler Peter Spillman Florian Hessler Sarah Reese Hughey Street

Miss Charlotte Ballou Arrives to Lead City Schools Cooking

Boston based Miss Charlotte Ballou arrives to lead Pittsburg public schools cooking program. She meets Superintendent Luckey Miss Graham and other teachers at the Duquesne hotel. Ballou expresses enthusiasm for cooking as a valuable public school adjunct and predicts wide adoption nationwide.

Charlotte Ballou Boston Duquesne Luckey Graham Pittsburg

Dissatisfied G. A. R. Delegation Returns from Milwaukee

The G. A. R. contingent led by Major C. S. McGrath complains Milwaukee charged double prices for goods. The 1889 encampment drew far fewer attendees than 1888 or Columbus last year, and General Alger’s choice as Commander in Chief met lukewarm response. The overall mood is of a less pleasant gathering than in recent years.

Milwaukee C. 5. McGrath G. A. RE Columbus Alger

Unconscious Man Found In Ninth Ward Alley

Arthur Gorman aged 46 was found unconscious in Stevenson alley Ninth ward by Officer Peoples. A bottle ball with a queer unlabeled medicine was in his pocket. He was taken to Twelfth ward station and regained consciousness. he refused details and a hearing is scheduled for tomorrow.

Arthur Gorman Stevenson Alley Ninth Ward Peoples Gormay Twelfth Ward

Trinity Church Reopens After August Renovation

Trinity P E Church resumes morning and evening services and Sunday school after August closing. Carpets were relaid and interior renovation completed. the vested choir will perform a complete chorale service. The last summer closing occurred eight years ago for carpets renewal.

Trinity P. E

Firemen Changing Places on Southside Squad

Assistant Chief Stewart says only known change is John Keenan moving from the fuel wagon to No 3 engine company and J Lindsey filling his post in the Thirty-first ward. The shift is not part of Chief Brown’s reorganization plan.

Southside Fire Department Chief Brown Department of Public Safety Stewart John Keenan No. 3 Engine Company J. Lindsey Thirty-first Brown

Two Men Fall From Bank along Jones Avenue Boardwalk

Samuel Smith and Mark OConnell slipped over a bankment on the Jones avenue boardwalk below Twenty-eighth street. OConnell suffered internal injuries but appears not seriously hurt. Smith was unharmed. Both men reside on Bedford.

Samuel Smith Mark O'Connell Jones Avenue Twenty-eighth Street O'Connell Smith

American Consul in Belgium Praises Antwerp Port

An interview with Colonel John Stewart United States Consul at Antwerp describes Antwerp as a superior Europe’s largest port with over 9 million shipping tonnage last year. He notes docks modernized a sea wall a mile long costing 20 million dollars and a thriving transit hub for Germany France and Austria. He highlights Belgian trade with Argentina South America and a strong Bourse trading grain wheat barley and petroleum. He contrasts Belgian cost of living and schooling with American life and comments on emigration strikes and politics Catholic leadership and royal support.

John Stewart United States Antwerp K. Woodwell Dallas Wadhestia Drs Paton Europe Germany Switzerland France Austria Antwerpen Belgium America South America

Professor Guttenberg elected biology chair by central board

The Central Board elected Prof. G. Guttenberg to the biology chair yesterday, filling the vacancy left by Prof. Jackman who resigns to move to Chicago. Guttenberg is currently a professor of natural science at Erie High School and the board plans ratification at its Tuesday night meeting. Miss Charlotte Ballon of the Boston Normal School of Cookery was elected to fill the cooking chair caused by another resignation.

Central Board G. Guttenberg Jackman Chicago Guttenberg Erie High School Charlotte Ballon Boston Normal School of Cookery Yestat Torrey Clair Bagsie

Forgot Her Name After Funeral Pocketbook Found

Captain Dan Silvis recovered a pocketbook after William Thaw's funeral. A woman asked for the missing purse and, after the captain showed her the card, she admitted the name was not hers because she had only just married and changed her name.

William Thaw Dan Silvis Boone

Rabbi in Jail Sentenced for Perjury by Judge McKenna

Rev. Jacob Orwitz a Polish Hebrew rabbi appeared before Judge McKenna in the Twelfth ward court. He was jailed for perjury for posing as unmarried to obtain a marriage license and admitted to acts of adultery. Caspar Lepp, a Hebrew lawyer, aided the scheme by urging him to lie.

McKenna Jacob Orwitz Twelfth Ward Caspar Lepp

Amalgamated men deny strikers seek work at Solar Iron Works

The Amalgamated men deny that any strikers are applying for jobs at Solar Iron Works. A few boys have returned to work, and all union men are urged to stay away from the plant.

Solar Iron Works

Union Pacific Offers Big Reduced Round Trip Fares

Are You Going West Union Pacific announces large rate cuts on round trip tickets valid six months with stopovers west of the Missouri River to San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Tacoma and Spokane Falls saving over 17. First and second class tickets to Seattle and Ashington Territory favored. On September 10 24 and October 8 a single fare round trip ticket good 30 days to multiple western states applies. Tickets sold by coupon agents with four daily trains and new rates posted. Potential travelers urged to inquire for exact routes and dates.

Union Pacific Railroad Missouri River San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Tacoma Spokane Falls Seattle Ashington Kansas Nebraska Colorado Wyoming Utah Idaho Montana Agin Fae Tamas Iazenl Pitts

Rule conflict over flag and drums in Allegheny parks

Commotion erupted in Allegheny city over a Friday afternoon incident in the parks. General J B Sweitzer and Jr O U A M members clashed with officials after a drummer and flag were ordered to stop and lower the banner. City leaders, the mayor, and police debated the park rule and procedure.

Allegheny J. B. Sweitzer Dosrecessid Flannigan Squire McKelvy Elphinstone Hamilton Council Knights Templar

Veterans Excursions to Gettysburg and Nearby Resorts

The B and O and West Maryland railways promote a September trip to Gettysburg for Pennsylvania Day with a special 8 am departure September 9. Tickets valid via Baltimore and Washington. a ten day Norfolk Fortress Monroe Virginia Beach excursion on September 19 via Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay is advertised. Maryland Exposition cheap rate on September 9. Theatre trips include Little Puck Company World Museum acts. Lizzie Evans travels from New York.

Pittsburg Pennsylvania Gettysburg West Maryland Baltimore Washington Baltimore and Ohio Norfolk Fortress Monroe Virginia Beach Potomac River Chesapeake Bay Atlantic City Maryland Little Puck Company World Museum Columbus Lizzie Evans New York

Seventy fourth German Volunteers cleared for Gettysburg transport

Secretary Henry Hirshoh reports General Hastings approved transport for the Seventy fourth German Volunteers to Gettysburg. The secretary says transportation had not been refused, and a miscommunication at Harrisburg led Adjutant General to ask veterans to send on their information.

Henry Hirshoh Hastings Gettysburg Harrisburg Adjutant General

Local Items Spotlight August Charity and Court Actions

The Fruit and Flower Mission distributed 40 gallons ice cream 1600 bouquets and various fruit to hospitals in August while August committee members include Montooth VanKirk Rath Paul Grace Williams and Mrs Many LyrscH. Alderman Jones postponed a partial hearing on a license issue. Keefer sues Heedenaar for assault after a fight in the Southside. Alderman Krineker turned over 75 to Charities from fines for Sunday liquor and goods violations. Bripcet Kenny faces malicious mischief charges with Mary Reese and Mary Siteghe. The Band of Hope held picnics with a gold headed cane gift. Fire at a lumber yard caused minor damage. Gettysburg reunion plans by the 139th Pennsylvania Volunteers. McAndrews injured in a wagon accident. Keen discharged on theft suspicions. Gorpon discharged on disorderly conduct. Hayes injured lifting a steel rail. Burns foot crushed by wagon. Exazannte Kuwxan jailed for liquor selling without license. Sullivan injured on Panhandle Railroad. Mrs Carson burned by lamp explosion. Yesterday was the warmest August day with 85. Permits issued for 80,000 building value in Pittsburgh. Hand of Hope picnic at Rock Point. Maggie Rower missing in Albany. Pennsylvania and Lake Erie Dock charter issued. Alderman Hywpwax handled 189 August cases, 72 receipts.

Montooth Miss VanKirk Rath Ieonee Paul Grace Williams Keefer England Krineker Department of Charities Bripcet Kenny Mary Reese Mary Siteghe Roar Alderman Hupp Sonia Taete Ron Encan Morrow Band of Hope Rock Point W! Hughes Junction Railroad Pennsylvania Volunteers Colonel Colliers Select Council Chamber Gettysburg David McAndrews J. Painter &Sons West Carson Street P Rerge Franz Keen Acaive Stevens Wylie Avenue Magis Br Lorom Gorpon Aldarman Nolan Old Avenue Della Gibson Patrick Hayes Terealta Mercy Hospital John Burns Singer, Nimick & von Mary Carson No. 6 Second Avenue Pittsburg Hand of Hope Welsh Presbyterian Church Soho Maggie Rower Atocee Third Street Albany Pennsylvania and Lake Ewe Dock Company Hywpwax

Westinghouse Bid Slightly Higher in Gas Committee Tally

Bids from Westinghouse Detroit Brush Automotive and others reach $140,196 up to $160,901 with Westinghouse just $1,000 above rivals. Indianapolis and Detroit towers featured. council actions planned for next Thursday and a special meeting set for the 19th as the Gas Committee reviews bids and recommendations.

Polis Tenney Electric Light Company Brush Electric Light Company Detroit Phoenix McIntosh Envc Aan Mahhouse Indianapolis Jeaney Tower Ap Ray Westingsg Gas Committee Common Council Thursda Select Council

Masonic Relief Reports Over Sixty Thousand For Johnstown

Colonel T J Hudson treasurer of the Masonic Relief Committee of Pittsburg prepares a report on funds raised and disbursed for Johnstown flood sufferers. Cash contributions total about 6500 plus clothing and provisions. Johnstown Masons administer disbursements with a Pittsburgh drive totaling over 60000 expected from the State Grand Lodge. Public meeting planned in Philadelphia next Wednesday to review the annual report.

T. J. Hudson Masonic Relief Committee Pittsburg Johnstown Philadelphia

Tar theft reported in Allegheny man accused

Charles Hoffmaier of Spring Garden Avenue Allegheny saw James Oliphant steal a bucket of tar while he treated fence posts. Officer Snyder assisted in the arrest and Oliphant was jailed at Allegheny station. Hoffmaier filed larceny charges, a hearing set for tomorrow. The tar value was one dollar.

Charles Hoffmaier Spring Garden Avenue Allegheny James Oliphant Snyder Oliphant Allegheny Station Hoffmaier McKelvey

Merry-Go-Round Mischief Sparks Pay Refusal Riot

A Soho crowd of young men attempted to ride a steam merry go round without paying. The manager kept the machine running at high speed until some riders dismounted, fearing they could not stop. In other items Harriet Smith was committed by Alderman Porter amid accusations of infant beating involving a 1 year old.

Soho Harriet Smith Second Avenue Alderman Porter Moneias Ernel Aera Amtor

Gallery Opens Monday with Fine Cabinets for Sale

Aufrecht's Elita announces gallery hours starting Monday at 516 Market Street. Fine cabinets priced at 100 dollars per dot. All welcome to view. elevator available for access.

Aufrecht’s Elita Market St Alfrecht

Money Works Wonders at the Hamilton Hotel Esterpeies

Backed by cash the hotel offers a greatly enlarged bar with the best stocked selection in town. Connoisseurs seek gemuind old son whisky and three foreign brands of bottled beer. The bar features electric lights and incandescent burners, claimed as the most illuminated in the city. Proprietors promote the Hamilton as one of the best hotels in town.

Hamilton

Maeder Tailor Moves to Temporary Quarters

J F Maeder the New York tailor has relocated to 142 Fifth Avenue while rebuilding. His fall and winter stock includes a superb line of domestic and imported fabrics from the United States and Europe. He offers low prices for cash, with top workmen and personal supervision to guarantee perfect fitting garments.

J. F. Maeder Nue Hhis Old Fifth Mont Canara Maeder

Early Buyers Look Here For Fall Suit Bargains

Local retailer Cox Grant and Diamond streets near the Court House advertises fresh goods arriving daily and cuts prices on men’s suits. A $15 suit is pitched as a steal at $25 elsewhere, with 12 styles of cutaway and sack suits offered at reduced advance prices.

PC. c I Cox. Grant Diamond Sts Opp Court House

Maryland Exposition Train Tickets On Sale

The B and O railroad will sell tickets for the Maryland Exposition in Baltimore from September 7 to 14, with departures at 8 00 A M and 9 20 A M. Tickets priced at nine dollars for the round trip aboard the exposition train.

Baltimore

Gas Appliance Co Offers New Heaters and Stoves

The advertisement promotes gas fires and stoves from a leading firm. It highlights new products and invites registration, noting the company is a world renowned gas appliance maker located at 34 Fifth Avenue.

Natera Gas Appliance Co

Cabinets for sale at Aufrecht's Elite Gallery Pittsburg

Fine cabinets offered for one dollar at Aufrecht's Elite Gallery located at 516 et st Pittsburg. All welcome to view and purchase. Elevator available for access.

Aufrecht Elite Et St Pittsburg

Labor Day Bargain Drive Draws Small Shopper Attention

Fragmentary notice notes a Labor Day event with limited hours and a focus on low prices. It mentions support for small buyers with modest deals and a sense of community shopping.

Diamond Merchants Store Seizes Gems And Fine Goods

A substantial stock of fine blue and white goods, mounted and loose, plus a large collection of rubies, sapphires, emeralds, pearls and opals, is offered at E. P. Roberts & Sons Diamond Merchants at Fifth Ave and Market St. Also advertised are drastic price cuts on Indies jerseys, chemise, wrappers, vests, calico dresses and corsets at Busy hive store at Sixth and Liberty.

E. P. Roberts & Sons Diamond Merchants Cor Fifth Ave Market Street

Fine cabinets and scholarships advertised in old market directory

An assortment of notices lists cabinet prices at Alfrecht's Elite Gallery and rental offerings for Pittsburg Female College scholarships via Mr. Jos. Shallenberger at the Duquesne Bank. It also includes stray items about vendors Busy Bee Hive, Angostura Bitters, and other local ads near Sixth and Liberty with scattered misspelled phrases.

Pittsburg Female College Jos. Shallenberger Duquesne Bank

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