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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1891
Page
12
The passage details allegations about Ye Tang amid clashes over conversion to Christianity. Letters from alleged persecutors to Tang’s China-based father accuse him of corruption, while supporters defend his character and faith. Tensions rise as threats and backers loom.
Ex treasurer Thomas L Shichis of the Allegheny Meat Company reaches a settlement with the board and his lawyers. The deal reportedly refunds most of the deficit, with the amount between 75 000 and 100 000, and Shields severing all ties to the company. James I Oliver attends briefly, while directors fault mismanagement and lack of oversight by officers.
Citizens of Crafton held a school house meeting to form a Mansfield to city traction company. A week wait and a joint meeting with West End and neighboring towns is planned at Lawson's hall in Crafton to outline construction plans and start stock subscriptions. Local leaders note population and interest across eleven thousand residents and vow broad canvassing and circulars for the next gathering.
Coroner McDowell reported William Panton died after a brief illness at West Penn Hospital. Autopsy found meningitis and evidence of opiate and similar drug use as a principal cause. Panton, age 40, lived with a family in Spralley near Twenty eighth street and worked as an agent for the Peniential Life Insurance Company with relatives in Foxburg. Relatives were telegraphed and the body sent to the morgue.
The Baltimore and Ohio plans a first time Cincinnati theatrical express next Saturday leaving at 11 55 p m and arriving in Cincinnati the next morning. On other days trains depart at 745 a m.
In the Homestead steel works converting mill a ladle of molten cinder toppled, burning six workers. Foreman James Maguire died of injuries, Edward Williams and Jacob Linn were fatally burned, and John McLuckle Robert Devine and Thomas Coligan were slightly burned.
Large Pittsburg Catholic Congress turnout with over 1 000 leaving on the P&LE last night 900 from the Southside. Parade with 150 St Vincent's members and 600 others marched to St Malachys and to the Lake Erie station. Fireworks lit the route as two night express trains carried the crowd. Knights of St George and Wheeling visitors expected today.
An explosion at the Homestead Steel Works causes panic and severe burns. Jacob Linn and Edward Williams are in critical condition, with Linn grieving the loss of his wife and caring for five children. John McLuckie, former Homestead Burgess, leads steel workers amid the crisis.
Edward Houston, aged in his 70s, died at 201 Second Avenue after a paralysis bout. An Irish immigrant who arrived in 1829 and moved to Pittsburg in 1837, he ran a merchant tailoring business until 1885 and was active in St. Paul’s Cathedral and charity. Survived by his wife and sons Edward F. and Jes W. Houston and Mrs. James Flood, funeral services set for Tuesday at 8:30 A.M. with mass and Cathedral interment.
Ex Mayor Pearson will hand over his witness fee books to auditors tomorrow. He had refused to deliver the books calling them his personal property and claimed he would not earn anything from the investigation.
In the 48 hours ending 9 am yesterday, 13 new scarlatina and 16 diphtheria cases were reported to the Bureau of Health. If the trend lasts several days these diseases could become epidemic citywide, as neither is confined to a single locality.
Interviews with manufacturers dispute Governor Campbell on McKinley tariff effects. Cronemeyer and Loeffler challenge his tinned plate and window glass claims while Groetsinger and Wightman discuss fruit jars and prices. Pittsburgh firm leaders defend tariffs and note no trust in window glass. Invincible Republican Club of Allegheny forms with officers named.
Michel secretary Walter A. Wadsworth treasurer Thomas Wolfendale delegates to the Scranton convention Walter A. Wadsworth Perry Cassady J Frank Buente alternates William E. Wadsworth Charles Michal Frank Krummert directors Dr M Huddle Frank Erber Louis D. Herts delegates were instructed for Dalzell
The chairmen of the Republican County Executive Committee met at headquarters and arranged plans to mobilize their committees and start active work.
The cornerstone laying ceremony for the new St. John’s P F E Church in Lawrenceville is set for 3 o clock this afternoon. McCandless Lodge F and A M will conduct the rite following Masonic customs. The brick and stone structure will seat about 490 and cost roughly £80,000. The rector Rev. F N Webbe will place the cornerstone containing church documents, and names of committees and church officers. The original cornerstone was laid in 1833 when the area was Bayardstown.
At a meeting of 250 delegates from 150 unions representing about 80,000 workers, the Trades Assembly of Western Pennsylvania adopted its constitution and by laws. It aims to unite all unions, exclude professional politicians, and set representation rules for 100 members per 150 workers. The Alvin Theater topic was not discussed.
No developments in the Fitzsimmons escape yesterday as police field tips from across the country. An inquiry at the jail continues into the escape method while testimony accumulates. a report is not expected before Tuesday. Tomorrow begins the trial of Mrs. Fitzsimmons for the murder of Detective Gilkinson.
A collection of Vermoecken paintings including portraits landscapes and compositions drew critics praise at the Fifth Avenue residence of W. J. Moorhead. The artist shows great promise with several works on display yesterday. Also on view was Bryan Wall's A Wayside Chat at Gillespie's prior to delivery to the buyer.
William Richardson and Frank Wilson alias Eddie Steele, both from Pittsburg, found guilty of pocket picking at Rock Point on Grand Army Day. Richardson claimed Steele stole a pocketbook. Steele denied it. The jury convicted Richardson of the indictment and Steele of larceny.
Astoxtowns reports that over 400 members of the Jr. C. U. A. M. paraded after the state session yesterday. The procession marched to Dawson's Grove where a plentiful dinner was served before the group dispersed.
Henry Vegeler, about 35, killed himself with a pistol in Jeannette this afternoon. He was to be moved to Kensington today but financial troubles prevented the transfer. He leaves a wife and two children.
On Tuesday September 29 the last chance to take advantage of the low Union Pacific rates for the final harvest excursion. Tickets sold to all regions with stop-over on the going portion and a return limit of 30 days from sale. For rates maps timetables and pamphlets contact H. C. Milbourne PasA 490 Wood Street Pittsburg PA or R. Tenbroeck General Eastern Agent New York.
Master Workman Dempsey denied any boycott by Knights of Labor and confirmed Mr. Davis accepted the Theatrical Attaches' Union scale on September 12. The union will provide skilled staff for the Alvin Theatre while Davis aims to open as scheduled with all union workers.
Frane Thomborx and Michael Dugan battled on Larimer avenue East End after a dispute over a $5 loan. Z W Trompcon jailed by Alder man McMasters on assault and battery with Mrs Dora Thompson as informant. Mantis Monas arrested for drunkenness at South Twenty eighth and Railroad streets. Douglas Milner escorted from Western Penitentiary to serve 15 months for larceny. Bersamis Grant jailed for throwing wife and household items into the street. Norua TM Hearne arrested for beating his wife and threatening an officer. Chantes Trispsart suspected of pickpocketing at the World's Museum. Groxer Hives held for court for robbing freight cars at the Eleventh street transfer station.
Conoxer McDowst reports a months-old child Robunson found dead in Mansfield. An inquest is authorized by Squire Richards. Mrs Meversavna of Magee township, injured last week, remains in a dying condition. Detective license granted to Camp & Co. Mrs Gilkinson implicated. Second Lieutenant Charles Sharp elected in Company D. Two unidentified insane men picked up in Allegheny and jailed. Evangelist Baer to hold Moorhead Fall meeting. Mrs Many Goines of Penn avenue, mother of 13, died yesterday.
Reports claimed the Fifth Avenue company had taken over the Duquesne Traction line, but Colonel Elkins denied any knowledge or interest. He confirmed 3 cent fares would stay through next month and noted 12 winter cars being built in Philadelphia with closed sides and larger seating.
Klebers at 506 W Street offers leading pianos and organs including Steinway Conover Opera seven octave piano organs and Vocalion church organs. Instruments are first quality with long warranties and unusually low prices. Don’t buy elsewhere for better value or quality.
Fall and winter importations announce a rich stock including Black Brocaded Faille Bengaline Satine and Gros Grain from Lyons looms. Black Silks in Sterling values with wide ranges and wedding dress fabrics. 22 inch Crepe du Chene and white Canton Crepes at half importation cost. Cor Fifth Ave and Market St.
Deputy Factory Inspector Miss O'Reilly finished another week of work noting no child labor complaints but criticizing sanitary conditions in female employments. She reports stricter female and child labor enforcement than the Eastern section and plans to act on infractions. O'Reilly has visited about 80 factories and has as many more to inspect. The Thuma Dancing Academy announces openings at 64 Fourth Avenue with classes starting Thursday September 24 and children’s session on Saturday September 26.
Local ad extols carpets with a catchy threefold refrain urging prudent housekeepers to compare prices in the dispatch. The message emphasizes economical choices and highlights J. H. Kuxxept & Bro as the supplier.
Do not fail to call and examine the goods for sale at the rooms of the Henry Auction Co. located at 24 and 26 Ninth Street.
A local grocer promotes substantial savings and wide reach in Pennsylvania markets. The ad lists agents in Altoona McKeesport Scottdale Braddock Beiton Irwin Johnstown Lawrenceville Sharpsburg Bennett and Etna with offices and contact agents.
Advertisement notes combination suits in white and gray for fall in low medium and extra fine grades. Misses and children's suits priced at 95 cents, $1, and up to $1.24, with values extending per quality level.
Ad promotes adies’ Balbriggan vests and pants at 500 and medium weight vests and pants at 75c. It highlights lines at $1 $125 and $10 with numerous extra bargains claimed to be unmatched later in the season.
Prices list medium weight wool and merino shirts and drawers in white and gray. Special value on medium weight vests and pants. Additional offers include wool light, medium and heavy shirts and drawers.
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