Southside Park Plans Spark Public Park Drive in City
Two proposed sites for a large Southside park, 600 acres at Beck’s Run and another on the hill, gain momentum with local leaders citing hygienic needs and scenic beauty. Dr. Thomas recalls past missed offers and urges action while notes promise of purchase for about 42000 dollars and public presentation for approval.
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Southside
Pittsburg
Park
Dr. Thomas
Mount Oliver Incline
Induction of New Officers at Second Congregational Church
The Second Congregational Church held formal inductions yesterday for officers led by Rev. J. H. Barnett. Trustees named were John Young John Buchanan W H Monniger William Craig and William Shaw with Ghard Clerk 5 5 Robertson Esq Treasurer D H Simpson Deacons James N W Johnson William Shaw and William Craig. The standing committee includes the deacons and Mrs L Roberts and Mrs Barnett. Barnett preached on early Christian deacon duties and the work of other officers.
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Second Congregational Church
Tnien Park
Cumberland Presbyterian Church
J. H. Barnett
John Young
John Buchanan
W. H. Monniger
William Craig
William Shaw
Fire Destroys Part Of Allegheny House Habiting Four Typhoid Patients
A blaze at 78 Compromise Street in Allegheny early yesterday afternoon damaged a two story frame house owned by widow Mrs Sophia Bennett. Firemen from boxes 212 and 214 fought the flames and saved the building incurring about 200 dollars in loss. Four grown children in the house were sick with typhoid fever but were rescued and cared for by neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sophia Bennett
Compromise Street
Allegheny
Bennett
Three Men Arrested in Hill District Depredations
Three men, Frank McMahon Edward Murray and Ike Wheeler, were arrested yesterday on charges tied to recent Hill district depredations. Wheeler is noted as a two year penitentiary veteran for wholesale Pan handle robbery complicity.
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Hill District
Frank McMahon
Edward Murray
Ike Wheeler
Wamed
Penitentiaary
Panhandle
Opening of Allegheny Theological Seminary Year Services
Religious services marking the opening of the Allegheny Theological Seminary for the United Presbyterian denomination were held last evening at the Second United Presbyterian Church in Allegheny. Attendance was listed at five. Rev. Dr.
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Allegheny Theological Seminary
U. P
Second United Presbyterian Church
Allegheny
Booby of a Boy and a Desperate Woman in Transit
Jacob Meitzler an 18 year old from Newark arrives in the city with tears and a tale of seminary withdrawal hoping to return home. Police will verify his story and contact his parents while another traveler, Mrs Beasley, seeks English Consul aid for passage to New York after being deserted in Cincinnati. The Department of Charities will review her case.
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Jacob Meitzler
Chief Brown
Fairview Avenue
Newark
N. J
St. Francis Seminary
Bay View
Milwaukee
Pittsboro
Providence
New Jersey
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
Department of Charities
Liable in Gripp Court Sees 30 Detainees at Central Station
Central Station hearing records reveal 30 cases including 10 common disorderlies and 10 common drunks. Defendants receive 30 day sentences such as Richard Layton for alibi failure in a watch theft, and John Benley for blowing a police whistle on Third Avenue. Other cases span drunken disorder, assault, and resisting officers.
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Central Station
Richard Layton
Robert Elliott
Jackman
John Benley
Third Avenue
Sadie White
Yellow Jow
Emery Spires
Pennsylvania Railroad
Watt
Spires
Joseph Reddick
Edward Meredith
Clark
Thomas Kendall
Poplar Alley
David Deutsch
Dichi
George Heisted
Squire McCloskey
Port Perry
Jos. Corbett
Southside Plans for New Hospital Will Seek Funding
A Southside movement advances toward a new hospital to replace the inadequate current building. A 40-member syndicate will guarantee 500 each, raising 20 000 for site purchase, with state aid and private contributions for construction. Ex Alderman Ammon expresses willingness to join. Several sites have been examined.
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Southside
Southside Hospital
Ammon
No Doubt About His Term for Allegheny Mayor
The 1885 law fixes a four year term for mayors of third class cities with no second term eligibility. Lawyers and officials, including J Scott Ferguson and William B Rodgers, agree Allegheny is third class, making Pearson’s term run to April 1891. Candidates reportedly accept this view.
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Allegheny
Pearson
J. Scott Ferguson
William B. Rodgers
James 8. Young
T. Walter Day
Notable personalities pass through city in varied ventures
J R Morgan ex legislator heads to Arizona with about 10000 cattle while E Mclean from Columbus explores a new silver mine with hopes of a bonanza. Mrs James Moorehead returns from Europe and thanks the Pennsylvania Railroad for courtesies. Dr J A Craighead and wife plan a six week West trip. John Greenell departs for a Northwest tour. Dr B R Sutton returns from Deer Park.
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J. R. Morgan
Connecticut
Arizona
E. McLean
Columbus
Ree
James Moorehead
Europe
Orney
Ae Pennsylvania Railroad
J. A. Craighead
Fifth Avenue
John Greenellt
Pike Street
BR. 8. Sutton
Penn Avenue
Deer Park
Pests on the Wing Inhabit Pittsburg as Fly Plague Intensifies
Report from Pittsburg notes a widespread fly swarm during warm humid weather. Sightings include flies at the police station churchgoers and streetcars. observers claim electric lights and wind currents aided dispersal while residents speculate on the unusual surge in the fly population.
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Altoona
Walls
East End
Lawrenceville
Is Out of Politics Dallas Sanders Disclaims Campaign Ties
Dallas Sanders of Philadelphia ex state Democratic chairman says he is out of politics and declines comment on Bigler Wallace or others in the current fight. He is in town on private real estate business in Wilkinsburg and Diamond Alley and favors widening a local thoroughfare. He notes Fidelity Trust and Title Company interests with Samuel Dickson of the Philadelphia bar and cites stock gains as evidence of successful ventures.
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Dallas Sanders
Philadelphia
Democratic State Committee
Hotel Duquesne
Sanders
Bigler
Wallace
J. Randall
Wallingford
Congress
Wilkinsburg
Diamond Alley
Samuel Dickson
Fidelity Trust and Title Company
Telephone Limited Special Train Passes Through City
The special train Telephone Limited carried delegates from the Eastern States to the National Telephone Exchange Association convention in Minneapolis. Notable passengers included General C. H. Barney Secretary of the Association Governor A Weston of New Hampshire and Berlin official G Wagner among others. the vestibule cars will stop in Chicago for eight hours with hosted lunch.
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Telephone Limited
National Telephone Exchange Association
Minneapolis
C. H. Barney
A. Weston
New Hampshire
G. Wabner
Government Telephone and Telegraph System
Berlin
Germany
Levi Sprague
Lowell
Mass
Chicago
Chicago and Central Union Telephone Companies
Electric Club
Temperance Workers Hold Moorhead WCTU Meeting
Moorhead Union of the W C T U met at Second avenue and Grant street with speakers including Colonel Gray of Louisiana Jonah Boughton Lee Smith Charles Tussey and Will Getty. Delegates to the county convention were assigned to manage refreshments in Moorhead Hall. A temperance meeting in Cleery Hall drew a larger crowd with speakers Charles F Kallenberger W T Powell Jacob Reese and Mr Hoke of Mansfield.
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Moorhead
Second Avenue
Grant Street
Colonel Gray
Louisiana
Jonah Boughton
Lee Smith
Charles Tussey
Willi Getty
Moorhead Hall
Order the Gospel
Cleery Hall
Charles F. Kallenberger
W. T. Powell
Acob Reese
Mr. Hoke
Mansfield
Large Increase in Parochial School Enrollment in Soho
Rev. Father Corcoran of St. Agnes Church reported enrollment over 700, up 200 from year end, prompting two new teachers and a first class female principal. He aims to staff ten teachers plus him, creating the city’s largest parochial school, with potential impact on nearby public schools and teachers facing layoffs. A Catholic mission is planned for January 5 conducted by Paulist fathers aligned with a prior Cathedral visit.
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Robo
Father Corcoran
St. Agnes Church
Soho
St. Paul's Cathedral
Fourteenth Ward
St. Agnes’ School
Fifth Avenue
Bellefield School
Father Corcept
Boons
Mount Albion
St. Keynan's School
Father Briley
Altar Society Organized at St Pauls Cathedral Pittsburg
The St Pauls Cathedral Altar Society was formed by the ladies of the congregation to decorate and maintain church altars. Officers elected include President Miss Mary McElroy, Vice President Miss Mary Marks, Treasurer Miss Katie Lang, and Secretary Miss Katie Caulfield. Members may join for 1 per year to fund flowers and tapers as work continues.
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St. Paul’s Cathedral
Congregation of
St. Paul's
8. Wall
Mary McElroy
Mary Marks
Katie Lang
Katie Ca
Allegheny General Hospital to discuss Thaw bequest
The Allegheny General Hospital board will meet at the hospital to decide the disposition of a $20 000 bequest from William Thaw. Rev Dr B F Woodburn says the bequest is timely and could expand space for pay patients as the hospital is overcrowded. Remodeling two rear buildings may enlarge capacity, but it may take time before funds are available.
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Allegheny General Hospital
William Thaw
B. F. Woodburn
Stogee Portrait Session Delayed by Superintendent O Mara
The case of Mrs. Mary Stogee unfolded after she was interrupted by Superintendent Roger O Mara while attempting a tin coffee pot cast of an elderly woman's features on Saturday night. The incident occurred on the corner of First Avenue and Short Street as authorities postponed action to allow the victim to appear.
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Mary Stogee
Roger O'Mara
First Avenue
Short Street
Local police round up varied city incidents yesterday
Martin Durry a dancing professor was arrested for disturbance at a boarding house on South Avenue after allegedly throwing hot water on a fellow boarder. Daniel Wierling fought officers and received six days in custody. A horse and barouche were stolen from Arch Street and Montgomery Avenue while the owner attended church. Free Dierst and his mother faced charges of drunken and dis orderly. Dierst paid 840 and the mother was discharged. A mail box open on Penn and Eleventh alerted postal officials, and the Nellie Hudson steamer completed a river trip. Other items include robber suspect Pasquel Ventruto, brakeman Samuel Hendricks injuring his hand, authorities clearing Loagrs from Hrady Street, Timothy Callaban’s leg left at the rail yards, Thomas Foster’s arrest for a past assault, a Mt Oliver shooting charge, burglars stealing goods from 53 Webster Street, and river water levels.
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Martin Durry
Eckert
Allegheny
South Avenue
Duffy
Corx
Twenty-eighth Ward
Daniel Wierling
Wierling
Joel
Gee
Bellevue
Disciples Church
Arch Street
Montgomery Avenue
Dierst
Brokaw
Dierat
United States
Penn Avenue
Eleventh Street
Teeters
Nellie Hudson
Sixth Street
Davis Island
Ixspecton Whitehouse
Philadelphia
Pasquel Ventruto
East End
Lorenzo Chiarillo
Samuel Hendricks
Pittsburg
Virginia
Hradystreet
Soho
Tmothy Callaban
Pennsylvania Railroad
Dr. Mahabneee
Cleveland
Thomas Foster
Frank Smith
Jonas
Sermons on schools against the parochial idea rise in faith circuit
Rev W S Williams and Rev C E Locke addressed protests over Bible reading in public schools. Williams warned Catholics threaten liberty through parochial schools and church pressure while Locke argued Bible should be read in public schools and condemned Catholic opposition. Large audience heard both sermons emphasizing religious freedom and civic duty.
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Locke
Crowds Expected After Exposition Weekly Surprises
Large crowds anticipated as Exposition week approaches with quiet buildings today. Inspector McAlease to swear in police at 9 AM placing watchmen under inspector orders. Conductor Weiss leads a praised musical program with Wagner and Beethoven selections and light operetta pieces slated for Part 2 at 4 PM.
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McAleese
Spector
Weiss
Heavy Traction Traffic on Citizens' Cable Line
Weekend travel on the Citizens' Cable Line was unusually heavy due to Ex position attendance. A new run was added and car speeds may be increased to handle traffic. Gettysburg excursion tickets may be issued by Sonwrivenian Railroad agents with any company order.
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Citizens
Gettysburg
Sonwrivenian
Italian youth stabs American boy in midtown street fight
In broad daylight at Fifth Avenue and Liberty Street, 11 year old Henry Harris was stabbed in the thigh by 11 year old Italian Joe Annitte after an earlier altercation involving Harris's brother. Annitte held for hearing, father posts bond, Italian colony members gather. Harris recovers.
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America
Fifth Avenue
Liberty Street
Joe Annitte
Henry Harris
Harris
Oger
Annitte
Harry
Bravo
Garrett Crossan
Henry
de Feller
Central Station
David Myers
McAleese
Joseph
Army of the Cumberland Reunion in Chattanooga 1889
The Twentieth Annual Reunion of the Army of the Cumberland will be held in Chattanooga Tennessee September 18 to 20 1889. The event includes battlefield visits Lookout Mountain Orchard Knob Mission Ridge a Chickamauga veterans reunion reviews camp fires banquets fireworks and other features for veterans and citizens.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Army of the Cumberland
Lookout Mountain
Orchard Knob
Mission Ridge
Chickamauga
Western University Sees Record Applications Amid Growth
The Western University, supported by a prestigious Board of Trustees from Pittsburg and Allegheny, boasts an experienced faculty and new facilities. With expanding courses and facilities, it offers strong inducements for classical and scientific education, reflected by the record number of applicants—the largest in the institution’s history.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny
Campbell and Dick Invite Inspection of Fall and Winter Wear
Campbell and Dick extend a cordial invitation to view their elegant suits and wraps. The notice promises readiness for a changed fall and winter season and presents a business appeal to patrons.
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Campbell & Dick
Adjutant General Orders and Local Goods Advertisements
Adjutant General Hastings orders transportation to Gettyslow to be accepted by Pennsylvania Railro Haable Shuster. Dress goods in multiple languages. Home industry beer from Frauenheim Vilsack promoted. Hats and bonnets materials showcased at People's Store grand millinery opening Tuesday September 10. Campbell & Dick advertise hosiery and CONSUMER goods with prices.
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Hastings
Gettyslow
Pennsylvania Railro
People's Store
Campbell & Dick
People’s
G. A. R. to Gettysburg display and millinery opens
The article notes Pennsylvania Railroad accepting Adjutant General Hastings orders for Gettysburg transport. It highlights Max Klein’s display, calling him the Lily man, with a millinery opening featuring birds’ feathers and bijouterie. Also mentions large dress goods stock at Mawr B. & B and sales at Ewasyie & Shuster.
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Max Klein
Mawr
Enamel Brick Industry Emerges In Pittsburg
Dizon, Woods & Co. at South Thirteenth and Jane streets announce a year of trials culminating in a fireproof impervious red enamel brick. The firm plans 25 000 bricks weekly capacity rising to 75 000 with a square factory footprint, employing hundreds.
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Pittsburg
Dizon, Woods & Co
South Thirteenth
Jane Streets
Leeds
England
Europe
Baltimore and Ohio outlines Oak land and State Line railroad progress
A B and O director said the Oak land and State Line extension from Pittsburg and Connellsville is advancing rapidly. The line will run from Deer Park toward Oakland with planned connections through Garrett and West Virginia to mine lands at Yough Manor and shipments via Youghiogheny routes.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
City
Pittsburg and
Connellsville
Oakland and State Line Railroad
Deer
Deer Park
Oakland
Baltimore and Ohio Company
Hineetenda Ia
Ohio
Youghiogheny River
Garrett County
Yough Manor
Horseshoe Run
West Virginia
Westee Central Londow
Tumber
Stone Masons to Meet for President's Resignation
Secretary George Jones of Stone Masons International Union No. 9 issued notices for a special meeting at the union hall on Fifth Avenue Wednesday evening to elect a new president after the current leader was asked to resign for alleged rule violations.
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George Jones
Stone Masons
International Union No. 9
Fifth Avenue
Children’s Wear Sale At City Store Low Prices
NICE AND SOFT children’s wear offered at the city shop for 25e per pair. Bargains highlight comfortable fabrics and low prices for parents seeking value.
Orders for transition to Gettysh accepted by Pennsylvania Bellroad
Local notices indicate that orders for a transition to Gettysh will be accepted by the Pennsylvania Bellroad. The brief item notes administrative steps and the responsible organization handling the transition.
Old Resident Gore. Veteran Peter Teh Dead at Herr's Island
Peter Teh, longtime Allegheny County resident and veteran of the War of 1813, died at Herr's Island after a long illness. He served in Salina Ohio and settled in Pittsburgh after the war. Survived by two children, he requested care at home until death. funeral at his Herr's Island house tomorrow at 2 PM with interment at Ashtondale Cemetery.
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Sennecy
Allegheny County
Peter Tesh
Altarscon
Ohio Valley
Salina
Pittsburg
Nevergold
Butler County
Teh
Eile
Vaser
Sries Freas
Herr
Asiondale
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Ingersoll
the Telephone Limited
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Temperance Workers
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Ladies of
Allegheny Hospital
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W. S. Williams
Universalist
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God
Williams
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J. March
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Millocker
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the Western University
the People’s Store
Haable & Shuster
Able & Shuster
Frauenheim & Vilsack
Exable & Shuster
G. A. BR
Ewasyie & Shuster
Boces & Eva
Krasie & Suvasteer
Fleming Bros
Putrssurse, Pa
St. Louis
Jyeuwr
Gi. T. Tans
Thompson Brothers
Feprrat Street
Horne
New Fall
Bans
Tom
Children's Wear
Paris
Hibit Im Pittsborg
JOS. Horne & CO
Gettysh
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