Dispatch Gazette Local Notices and Advertising Details
The note lists the Pittsburg post office entry date November 14 and describes the Business Office locations at Smithfield and Diamond Streets, with Dormer and publishing houses on Diamond Street. It mentions FASTERS ADVERTISING OFFICE in New York for complete lists of THE DISTATCH and invites foreign and home advertisers to visit. It also references Firentano's at Union Square New York and Ti Ave de l Opera Paris as places for hotel men seeking remedies.
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Pittsburg
Firentano's
Cnion Square
New York
Ti Ave. de U Opera
Paris
France
Bethlehem
The Park Entrance Offer For Forbes Street Property
The Pittsburgh Dispatch discusses the sale of land to form a city park, noting Mrs Schesley offers $75,000 for nineteen acres, a fraction of the land’s value, enabling park frontage on Forbes street, a new entrance, and potential placement of Carnegie library museum and art gallery near the entrance, with transit access to draw crowds.
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Tue Disrarcn
Messrs. Bigelow
Scott
London
Forbes Street
Oakland
Pittsburg Voters Seek Dog Catcher and Pound
Citizens of Pittsburg push for a dog catcher and dog pound to protect valuable dogs and fund the facility through a reasonable tax. They urge Chief Brown to consider the issue as raised at the Exposition yesterday and support animal welfare measures.
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Pittsburg
Brown
Industrial democracy and the dangers of private ownership
Dr. Lyman Abbott argues for industrial democracy as government by the people in economic affairs, warning that private ownership may be abolished in some sectors. The Boston Herald notes a gap between theory and practice, citing the New York Central’s structure as enabling joint ownership while warning that corporate systems have concentrated wealth.
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Lyman Abbott
Forum
Webster and
Marshall
The
Boston Herald
Abbott
New York Central
the Times
New York Central Corporation
Baeipesiena
Capital sharing on the Illinois Central Rail road
The article discusses a plan to make laborers shareholders in a railroad, buying shares on installments to foster capitalist interest. It warns that watered stock, self serving managers, and speculative officers threaten the partnership, highlighting broader social reform themes and risks of corrupting original institutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois Central Railroad
Os Railroad Corporation
Maine Result Signals GOP Strength In National Politics
The Maine election shows strong Republican support for policy and Reed’s leadership in Portland. Analysts note a large majority, dispute over methods, and implications for Blaine versus Reed as reciprocity and tariff measures loom in Congress.
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Maine
Vermont
Pine Tree State
Portland
Reed
Pennsylvania
Asiop
Blaine
House
Plumb amendment paves way for tariff commission
Senate approves Senator Plumb’s amendment to create a Customs Commission to study tariff effects on domestic industry and agriculture and recommend changes. The move may ease tariff reductions but risks expanding costly government offices with $7,000 salaries, appointed by the President.
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Plumb
Customs’ Commission
Senate
House
A Lively Convention in Twenty third District
The Twenty third district held a convention nominating Colonel Stone yesterday. The event closed with lively scenes and a novel tactic to prevent a bolt by locking doors and keeping kickers inside until the convention ended. The margin for the nominee remains large, suggesting any dissent will be harmless.
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Twenty-third
Colonel Stone
Bayne
Bolter restrained as convention shapes political next steps
The report notes a bolter detained in the convention hall to stop his bolt while police kept delegates inside. The convention elevates Colonel Stone, positioning him as the likely next Congressman from the North Side, with a promising career if his time securing the opening proves fruitful and he grows in House leadership.
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Colonel Stone
House
Pittsburg Public Schools Add Twenty-Two Teachers
The Central Board of Education increases Pittsburg staff by 22 teachers, two for the High School and the rest for grammar schools. The move reflects city growth and the board's ability to provide for public education, with praise for the system's admirable character.
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Central Board of Education
Pittsburg
Central Board
River trade gains as Ohio floods boost waterway use
The Ohio River’s high stage renews interest in waterways. The Dispatch prints facts on river trade and notes river steamers rival railroads in speed and rates. With car shortages on rails, many shippers prefer the river route, and a lake Eries to river ship canal could permanentize water transport for Pittsburgh.
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Ohio
Lake Erie
Pittsburg
Vaccination debate praised by Parke and Camp Followers
Surgeon Parke cites small pox outcomes from a Stanley expedition where vaccinated men had four illnesses and no deaths, while unvaccinated followers suffered greatly. The piece also notes free Carnegie Hall organ recitals being vanity to Cochran, a New York Central labor dispute, and political commentary on Reed in Maine.
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Parke
Stanley
Couxcmmman Cochrax
Allegheny
Carnegie Hall
Cochran
Fleas Reported in Washington and Harlem Suburb
A plague of fleas is reported in Washington and a similar outbreak in the Harlem suburb of New York City. The culex triitans seems determined to let two cities forget the woes of politics.
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Washington
Harlem
New York City
Culex Triitans
Ruling on Soldier Pension Spurs Church Visit Implication
Secretary Bussey holds duty may require attendance at church. An Union soldier who broke his leg en route to church receives a pension. The piece notes a prior denial and criticizes Democratic threats to unseat Speaker Reed as partisan and warning.
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Bussey
Cotton Crop Breaks All Records This Year
The article notes the cotton crop this year is likely the largest ever gathered. It contrasts generous yields for fruit growers who had no crop and laments sweltering summer heat, while joking about political and financial circles. It also mentions abundance in oil regions and a burlesque Arizona Kicker.
Trail Chair to be Made in Pittsburgh Amid Patent Push
The life saving device called the Trail chair will be manufactured in Pittsburgh by Rolland & Co as Mansfield Valley owner finalizes arrangements to start production. Pittsburgh and Chicago railroad men visit daily to inspect the patent and assess its use against standard fish plates and angle bars.
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Pittaburg
Tetectal Telegnam
Dipatch
Mansfield Valley
Rolland & Co
Pittsburg
Chicago
Mt De Chantal marks 25th anniversary celebration
In Wheeling September 2 the twenty fifth anniversary of Mt De Chantal, the well known Catholic Institution of learning, was celebrated with a large turnout of alumni and visitors. Rt Rev Bishop Kain delivered an address and a banquet followed at noon.
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Wheeling
Mt. de Chantal
Train Con Artists Target First-Time Travelers On Board
An experienced peanut vendor uses sly talk to identify gullible travelers and sell them a string of cheap, broken goods. Harrison Kerpunk and his wife overhear the con artist boast of his methods and watch as he touts tricks to prey on passersby.
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Harrison Kerpunk
Georgeson
Cross Roads
Jose
Harrison
An Ozark Romance Parrot Joke Ends in Quiet Veiled Confession
In a rustic dialogue Jones and Brown trade quips about reciprocity, neighbors and a parrot, while Sue and Jim exchange coy lines about fishing and feelings in a lighthearted rural scene. The talk wends through misread signals, teasing, and a shy admission of affection.
Mrs Smith Ends Atlantic Trip After Turbulent Crossing
A New York homebound voyage tale follows Mrs Smith a well to do traveler from near Pittsburg who left a European sightseeing party mid Atlantic aboard a Cunard liner. Facing quarrels and seasickness she cut the trip short sailing to New York and returning home within two weeks stating travel with nongeall companions was futile.
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Mrs. Smith
Pittsburg
Europe
Mal Demer
Atlantic
Liverpool
Mia
Smith
New York
Laurel Brigade’s Flight From Cedar Creek
Rosser’s cavalry, famed as the Laurel Brigade, fled Cedar Creek after a disastrous battle. Each rider wore a laurel sprig, but the men pressed to escape, some running three days. It took two weeks to regroup as Jubal Early advised Rosser to rename the unit, noting the laurel is not a running vine.
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Rosser
Cedar Creek
Old Jubal
Peculiar Prohibition Onstage Drinks At Niblo's Garden
The 'blue laws' forbid drinking in dressing rooms, but actors often ignore them. Ed Thorne and Nat Goodwin smuggled wine to Goodwin’s room during The Risck Flag at Niblo's Garden. Manager Poole confronted them but relented after a lighthearted exchange. The pair agreed to avoid champagne and stick to whisky for quicker action.
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Stace
Niblo
Mr. Poole
Goodwin
Poole
Mirthful Tenth Anniversary Dinner at Shadyside Home
At the home of Mr. and Mrs. John G. A. Lembman on Bidwell Street in Shadyside a small party celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary. An elegant dinner was served to a select circle of intimate friends with designed souvenirs and lively reminiscences.
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John G. A. Lembman
Bidwell Street
Shadyside
Esther Haddock
John Haddock
Clarksville
Gao
Haddock
Wedded in Oakland Bride Miss Annie Barber Marries in Oakland
A private nuptial last evening united Miss Annie L Barber daughter of Mr Gere Saree Meyran avenue Oakland and Toledo Ohio in a quiet church ceremony. The couple received friends after the ceremony in Oakland.
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Annie L. Barber
Gere Fe Saree
Meyran Avenue
Oakland
Toledo
O. Eae
Ana Fe
Red Men In Gotham Holds United States Grand Lodge Meet
The United States Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Red Men opens in New York with about 200 delegates in attendance. The two day session begins as members travel from Boston and other hubs for the national gathering.
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Red Men
Gotham
New York
United States Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Red Men
Boston
The
Great Council of Seesheves
Kinzuа Viaduct To Go In Erie Route Detour Planned
Kinzuа viaduct, a 2000 foot long steel structure in Hornellsville New York, will be replaced due to light weight and heavy traffic. The Erie official announced a detour as the bridge over Kinzua Creek, built in 1682 for 237000, carries a New York Lake Erie and Western branch from Bradford county to Elk county coal fields.
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Hornellsville
N. Y
Kingua
Erie
Kingwa
Kinzua Creek
North
Ames
New York, Lake Erie and Western Railroad
Bradford County
Elk County
Letter to the Editor Clarifies Sermon on Labor Day
The writer disputes a Dispatch report claiming he labeled presidents and managers as rich idlers. He says his message urged all men to help improve the world and that managers worthy of high pay should receive it. He distances himself from attacking capital or labor and asks readers to read his remarks in full. Allegheny, September 8.
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Dispatch
F. RicHarpson
Alleghery
Ventura
Cal
Yeddo
Japan
Rate notices issued by Alton and Rock Island threaten wheat and corn tariffs
The Alton and Rock Island railroads announced a 10 cent rate on wheat and 17 cent rate on corn from the Missouri River to Chicago. Following Interstate Commerce Commission orders, Western Freight Association members debated a price cut. the two roads led opposition and ten days’ notice was given for a September 1 implementation. A general managers meeting will plan strategy if the ICC allows reopening.
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Chicaco
Rock Island
Alton
Missouri River
Chicago
Inter-State Commerce Commission
Western Freight Association
Franklin Institute Panel Upholds Mergenthaler Patent
The Franklin Institute committee confirms Ottmar Mergenthaler’s Hnotype linotype patent, rejecting Ottmar Ray’s challenge that a prior date invalidates the award. The sub committee notes Ray’s claim would only affect a small part of the machine’s ingenuity and declines to overturn the Elliott Cresson medal.
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Committee On Science and the Arts
The
Franklin Institute
Elliott Cresson
Ottmar Mergenthaler
Anan
Mergenthaler
National Convention of Stonemasons In Baltimore
Stonemasons from six states New York Pennsylvania Ohio Missouri Colorado and Maryland attend a Baltimore convention to organize a Stonemasons National Union and quit the Bricklayers and Masons International Union. George J. Jones of Pittsburgh is general secretary and arranged the gathering. The next convention seeks delegates from all votes.
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Baltimore
New York
Pennsylvania
Ojo
Missouri
Colorado
Maryland
Stonemasons
Bricklayers and Masons’ International Union
United States
Canada
International Association
George J. Jones
Pittsburg
Delamater to Address G. O. P. Supper in Mansfield Valley
Hon G W Delamater will speak to the Republican supporters at the Armors on Friday night on Mary street He will be the guest of J A Bell the Republican nominee for County Treasurer in Mansfield Valley Pennsylvania as reported by an AP telegram to The Director.
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Mansfield Valley
G. W. Delamater
Armors
Fuiay
Mary Street
J. A. Bell
Notable figures at home and abroad in brief notes
Richmond sculptor Edward V Valentine works on General Wickham statue. Composer Arthur Sullivan enjoys autumn near Shepperton. Hustixton donates land for Newport News schools. Turini statue of General Sucre arrives in Cumana for October unveiling. Spain’s Quien Crististeva uses phonograph to hear opera. Venezuelan General Ybarra at Hoffmann House New York with wife, daughter of late Boston minister. Texan Lanon Tyson plans to recite poems via phonograph. Jonx La Farge and Henry Adams travel to Polynesia by yacht. James M Turner, Republican nominee for Michigan governor, is a farmer with a 2000 acre farm and dairy. BrisTor Potten returns refreshed from Europe. Episcopal Diocesan Convention may discuss an assistant bishop. Counts of tobacco stance noted with political figures in Commons.
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Edward V. Valentine
Richmond
Williams C. Wickham
Arthur Sullivan
Wey
Shepperton
P. Hustixton
Newport News
General Sucre
Eculptor Turini
Staten Island
Cumana
Venezuela
Quien Citristeva
Spain
Madrid Opera House
Alejandro Ybarra
Hoffman House
New York
Caracas
Thomas Russell
Boston
TexaYson
Sal
Light Brigade
Wellington
Jonx LA Farge
Far Orient
Henry Adams
Washington
Japan
Pacific
James M. Turner
Republicans
Michigan
Lansing
Brsitor Potten
Europe
Odd Bits From The Nation’s Mouthpiece
A collage of quips on fashion and industry from various speakers. Remarks span silk mills in Bethlehem to English nurseries, theater politics, and vaudeville limits. The text interweaves social satire with brief anecdotes about lawyers, newspapers, and entertainers.
Fragmented Prose Snippets Signal Variety at Local Page
A collage of aphorisms and names appears, including references to Harrison Cresson Judge Chris tiancy Joan Sullivan and Adams Eve. The text mixes puns, social judgments, and potential headlines with scattered phrases about politics music and trains.
Grant Monument design chosen for Riverside Park
The Grant Monument Association sub-committee met secretly at Knox's flat in New York where John H. Duncan's design was selected for the monument. The full committee will review and may alter the plan, with exhibitions of the proposals set for early next week.
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Riverside Park
Ter Deraton
New York
Grant Monument Association
Knox
Fifth Avenues
John H. Duncan
Grant Monument
Noah
Ballots and Prizes at the Dispatch Topical Voting
The Dispatch inaugurates topical voting at its Exposition space in Brunswick Balke Collender Co. yards with a prize essay contest open to writers except staff of Pittsburg papers. Topics include undergrounding wires and a 1200 to 1500 word essay for $25 prize, contest closes Sept 6.
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Brunswick-Balke-Collender Company
Disrater
Pittsburg
Prrrs. Burg
Disraton
Tur DisPaton
Tae Disparce
Tax Dispatch
Brunswick-Balke-Collander Co
MLB
Publicaon
Dispatch
Pittsburgers Shy of Aristocracy Says New York Star
A New York Star piece records a Pittsburg lawyer’s warning about European titles in marriage. It cites Virginia Knox and Count di Montereole, Francis Rawle in divorce litigation, and Swedish Baron Lagerfelt who lost his fortune after marrying Miss Jennie Doty of Steubenville. The article notes societal prominence hinges on titles and the baron’s misfortunes caution locals.
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New York Star
Pittsburg
Iron City
Fifth Avenue
Virginia Knox
Count di Montereole
Paris
Francis Rawle
Philadelphia
Mr. Knox
Rawle
Taaidens
Maroness Lagerfelt
Jennie Doty
Steubenville
Pittaburg
World’s Fair appoints Board of Lady Managers
The World's Fair Commission authorized a Board of Lady Managers. William McClelland of Pennsylvania named Miss Mary E. McCandless of Pittsburgh as a lady manager with Mrs Nellie B Plumer of Franklin as 15 alternate. Miss McCandless resides on Winebiddle Avenue.
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Frst
William McClelland
Pennsylvania
Mary E. McCandless
Pittsburg
Nellie B. Plumer
Franklin
Miss McCandless
Winebiddle Avenue
Maine Victory Boosts Reed and Republican Prospects
Various papers hail Reed’s large Maine win as a strong indicator for GOP strength in 1902. Editors note Reed’s increased majority, Maine’s solid Republican delegation, and potential rise to higher offices while contrasting Democratic challenges and campaign dynamics.
Curious Condensations From a Turbulent Year
A jumble of oddities and brief anecdotes spans Florida horse losses to blind staggers, marriages in Bethlehem, a Toronto suit over a wedding loan, bans on disturbances during services in Banks County, Ga, and curious notes on Japanese mint rituals and a Vancouver wedding debt incident.
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Florida
Henry Roeninger
Bethlehem
James Robinson
Phowniz
Mee
James Price
Toronto
Banks County
Autumnal Laughter and Silly Exchanges Across Society
A montage of snippets from social life and jokes from various sources. The pieces lampoon courtship, wedding plans, domestic quirks, and travel mishaps featuring unnamed authors and characters. The tone mirrors lighthearted newspaper humor with coy references to love, bills, and misadventures.
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Robert Elsmere
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Kinzua Viaduct
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Sir William Harcourt
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Stone
George Shiras Iil
Marie
New Orleans
Malina
Benator Quay
Prince of Wales
Wall's Station
Chief Brown
Sheepshead Bay
Marie Basheieteerr
Mary
Eve
Cresson
Christiancy
Joan L. Sullivan
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Burrago Express
Cleveland Leadir
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New York Tribune
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Republican Party
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Dem
Indianapolis Journal
Philadelphia Times
Ind
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Lebanon County
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Cloverdale
Nelly Thorpe
Santa Maria Valley
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Pullman
Horace F. Medbury
Providence
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Medbury
Edlene
James Massey
Nebraska City
Fort Donelson
Johon Woostrop
Essex Street
Springfield
Bustar Nachrichten
Pipa
Suriagtese
Brenkins
Sawecity
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Hesling
Tench
Mise DePrice
Ida
DeBlakes
Tom Tightpinch
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