Murder in the air and serious injuries shock Pittsburg
Laborer John Moorhead lies near death after a brutal beating on Liberty street. Laura Morrison sustains a knife wound from her lover, Henry Henning alias Fisher, who fled after the assault. Police pursue Kinzen as a possi ble attacker in Moorhead case. Carrana, stabbed earlier, remains hospitalized with hope of recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Moorhead
Liberty Street
Laura Morrison
Greenfield Avenue
Twenty-third Ward
Jamex Henning
Fisher
Brown
No. 117
Soho Street
Henning
Miss Morrison
Mrs Brown
Twelfth Ward
Jeannette
Carpenter's Alley
Sixteenth
Pearl Street
Hesilant
Moorhead
Seventeenth Ward
Herman Kinzen
Kinzen
Espen Carrana
Gabriel Coria
Basin Alley
Morey Hospital
Four Men Found in Yard Near Hoge Residence
Early yesterday at about 2 00 a.m. Officer Busha of Alleheny investigated a noise at Nathaniel Hoge's Cedar Avenue residence and discovered four men in the yard before approaching.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Offeer Busha
Alleheny
Nathaniel Hoge
Cedar Avenue
Suspects Flee After Brick Attack. Shots Fired in Yard
An officer pursued three assailants after a brick was hurled at him. They fled over a fence into the street. He fired three shots but the men escaped into the West Penn Rail road yards, hiding among cars. Mr. Hogg’s premises were searched with no evidence of attempted entry found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Penn
Mr. Hogg
Wicked Twelfth Ward Police Hearings Highlight City Courts
In a busy Sunday session, the Twelfth ward led dispatch with the most police hearings. About a dozen sent to workhouse across two cities. 23 cases at Central station, six earning workhouse sentences. A suspect threw a brick at a searched target, others faced 30 day terms for drunkenness and disorderly acts. Gambling house raids yielded fines. multiple individuals charged with fighting and assault received varied penalties. Southside cases, a mix of fines and 30 day sentences, dominated by disorderly conduct and drunkenness. Mayor Wyman and other wards tallied numerous hearings with a range of outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twelfth Ward
Central Station
William Grimes
Fa. Thomas
Greasyalley
Water Street
Thomas
Grimes
Ghackoaa
Lilly Britton
Yeager
Mrs. Thomas
Britton
Frank Grant
Vine Street
Joseph Davis
Old Avenue
James Fife
Cliff Street
Ed Hoffman
Center Avenue
McKenna
George Thomas
G. Hamilton
J. Goleman
James Britton
G. Daniels
John Young
G. Kidd
Jennie Holman
Lizzie
Moss
Stockholm
Avenue House
Kidd
Lewis Lotti
Seventh Street
Sol Coulson
James Hauck
Frank Deabner
Spencer's Brewery
Twentyfourth Street
Burglar Nabbed in Philadelphia Linked to Pittsburg Thefts
A man named Joseph Hogan was detained in Philadelphia after pawning jewelry and silverware matching the Pittsburg police description of items taken from the homes of J. C. Boyce and W. J. Kyle at Halket and Fifth avenues. Detective Gumbert departed to bring Hogan to the city. authorities doubt he is a local thief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Joseph Hogan
Pittsburg
J. C. Boyce
W. J. Kyle
Halket
Fifth Avenues
Gumbert
Hogan
Two Newsies Spy French Hats with No Tops on Display
Two young newsboys near a Penn avenue millinery window notice hats described as French hats minus crown. One boy jokes that the hats are cheap because they have no tops, reflecting a humorous street observation from last evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn Avenue
Larceny Arrests Stolen Banjo Case on River Avenue
Joseph James, a colored man, was arrested by Patrolman Dunn after a larceny report by Thomas Carney. Carney alleges James stole a banjo from his River Avenue home last Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph James
Dunn
Thomas Carney
James
River Avenue
Harvest Excursion To West and Northwest By Rail
The Chicago and North Western Railway announces a harvest excursion on September 29 to points in Iowa Minnesota North and South Dakota Nebraska Colorado Wyoming Utah Idaho and Montana. First class tickets are valid for return within three days from purchase and offer attractive rates for home seekers and investors to inspect western opportunities. For rates and details contact any ticket agent Charles Traver or the general passenger and ticket agent in Chicago Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago and Northwestern Railway
Lows
Minnesota
North and
South Dakota
Nebraska
Colorado
Wyoming
Utah
Idaho
Montana
Great West and Northwest
Charles Traver
Marine National Bankuilding
Este Gah
Bnse
Chicago, Ill
New St John church school convent to rise on Penn avenue
The St John the Baptist Roman Catholic congregation approves purchase of a 340 by 100 foot block on Penn avenue near the Forks of the Road for 200000 to build a stone church, school, convent and parochial residence. Ground buyers include L Vilsack Scott heirs March lewitz Kolench Henry Schmidt and Anna Lindenseltzer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John the Baptist
R. C
Penn Avenue
Thomas McCaffrey
Liberty Avenue
Pennsylvania Railroad
McKee
Thirtieth Street
Plan to clear debt by parish redistricting and subscriptions
Father McDermott outlines a debt repayment scheme for St. Pauls parish totaling about 165000. He proposes redistricting to target specific territory and having priests solicit donor subscriptions. He aims to end church picnics and fairs, noting the diocese’s stance and a recent offer of 800000 for the episcopal residence site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father McDermott
St. Paul's Parish
Gist Street
Fifth Avenue
Ohio River
Baltimore
Dog recovers badge after robbery attempt on Sixth Avenue
A pet Irish setter belonging to a neighborhood stock company chased two thieves after they tried to steal the dog’s one year registry badge. The dog cornered the burglar near Fifth Avenue and reclaimed the badge before trotting away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixth Avenue
Fifth Avenue
Explosion at Jones & Laughlins Iron Works Shocks Neighborhood
An explosion at 9:30 last night in the boilers area of Jones & Laughlins American Iron Works shook nearby buildings. A gas pipe rupture fed a large blaze but gas was cut off quickly and no injuries were reported despite many workers present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones & Laughlins
American Iron Works
Exposition Admission Policy Sparked Catholic School Protest
A postal card asked why Roman Catholic patronage is excluded from free expo tickets while public school pupils gain admission. Expo manager Johnston defended the charter driven policy, saying the fair cannot be sectarian and must treat all private schools equally as a business transaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean Disrarcu
Johnston
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Sale of Standard Plate Glass stock today at Exchange
The sale of Standard Plate Glass Company stock belonging to James A. Chambers will occur today at the Exchange building. The transaction will be closely watched as the stock value is determined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Plate Glass Company
James A. Chambers
Exchange
Italians Honor Anniversary Of United Italy In New York Banquet
Dr M L Nardyz and Mrs Nardyz hosted leading Italians for a September 20 observance marking the Rome proclamation era. Guests included Cappa Descalzi Bellucci Natali Barberi Salo mona and others with wines from Italian vineyards. A dispatch to King Humbert wished long life for Italy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. L. Nardyz
France
Louis Napoleon
Rome
Garibaldi
Monte Torondo
Sedan
Victor Emmanuel
Pope Piusx
Vatican
Humbert
Pius IX
Leo XIII
Italy
Dr. Nardyz
Messrs. Cappa
Seventh Regiment Band
Descalzi Antonio Bellucci
Italian Orchestral Society
New York
J. Natali
A. Barberi
M. J. Salomona
America
Jail Breaker Fitzsimmons Sought. Rewards Issued
Police report no news on Fitzsimmons yesterday as teams pursue leads. The Prison Board committee resumes at 9 am and will take time on testimony before delivering a report. A Davis West Virginia circular offers 75 dollars for J B Ewing and son Albert M Ewing, with rewards of 50 and a separate note for Albert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitzsimmons
The
Prison Board
Davis
Tucker County
W. Va
J. B. Ewing
Albert M. Ewing
Ewing
E. C. Minter
Tragedy on the Ft Wayne tracks near Clifton station
A 60 year old woman was found scattered along the Ft Wayne Railroad tracks near Clifton station at daybreak. She likely was walking at night and struck by a train. Her belongings include a green plaid shawl a bonnet a small package with clothing and a trunk check linked to Freedom. No identification found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ft. Wayne
Clifton Station
Beaver Avenue
Allegheny
Freedom
Second Homestead Victim Dies in Mill Explosion
Jacob Lynn died yesterday morning after the Homestead mill explosion. Remains of Lynn and James Maguire will be buried today at Homestead Cemetery from the Methodist Episcopal Church with Rev. McTivar officiating. Mill departments remain closed until tomorrow. Maguire and Lynn belonged to Jr. O. U. A. M. and L. O. O. F respectively. Coroner's inquest on the deaths set for 2 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Lynn
Homestead
James Maguire
Methodist Episcopal Church
Mr. McTivar
Maguire
Musical unions clash as Pittsburgh musicians switch sides
The William Guenther Orchestra defected from the Knights of Labor to join the Mutual Musical Protective Union, bolstering AFL aligned forces. The M M P U expands influence with support from General Organizer Dillon and aims to establish a city music hall while staging public gatherings with Capna’s band and other local ensembles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mutual Musical Protective Union of
Pittsburg
Knights of Labor Assembly of Musicians
William Guenther
Knights of Labor
Mutual Massesl Protective Union
The
Trades Assembly of Western Pennsylvania
Musicians of the Mutual Musical Protective Union
Musicians’ Assembly of the Knights of Labor
Charles L. Davis
Knights
American Federation of Labor Musicians
Federation
William J. Dillon
Federation Union of
American Federation of Labor Unions
Mutual Musical Protective Union
National League of Musicians
Cappa
Seventh Regiment
Ruhe
Signor Cappa
Signor Cappna
Grand Army
Post
Alvin Theater
K. of L
Fifth Avenue
American Federation of Labor
Carpenters Split Over District Council Delegation
The carpenters local No. 230 elected A. N. Holmes as a delegate to the District Council, which refused to receive him. Local 250 then pulled its delegates from the council and may appeal to the General Executive Board in Philadelphia. Workers warn of strained relations and possible mass resignations to form an independent local.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenters
A. N. Holmes
Philadelphia
Apples in Pittsburg area yield ripe harvests for gleaners
A historical note describes abundant apples within five miles of Pittsburg’s post office, with pears and tomatoes also ready for gleaning. Fields show colorful crops as autumn colors appear, while cucumber crops age and leaves slowly change, promising eventual seasonal change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Chartier’s Creek
Steubenville Pike
Sixth Street Scream Ends Night of Noise
A long blood freez ing wail from a second story window on Sixth Street at about 11 o'clock drew a crowd as passersby believed a murder was in progress. After police and onlookers arrive a singer sheepishly stops the performance and dismisses the crowd with a polite refusal to continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixth Street
Sixth Street Bridge
Fire damages harness store and neighboring goods
A gas jet in the cellar ignited the floor of George W. Ache’s harness shop at 428 Wood Street, burning a large hole before firefighters stopped the blaze. Water from firefighting damaged Shuman Brothers’ cellar goods at 426. Ache’s loss is $200. Workmen across the street hindered the department by covering a plug with brick and refuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Ache
Wood Street
Shuman Brothers
Ache
Electric Car Strikes Man at Forbes and Lawn Streets
Thomas Boyle was seriously injured last evening when electric car No. 9 struck him at the Forbes and Lawn streets corner. He had just alighted from a city car and started to cross, suffering a head wound, a fractured shoulder blade, and internal injuries before being removed to his Lawn street home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Boyle
Forbes
Lawn Streets
Lawn Street
Brawl Between McClelland and Flattery Reported
Eyewitnesses say a Saturday night fight occurred between McClelland of Summer Street and Flattery on Penn avenue. They allegedly met in Howell's yard and fought three rounds before about six policemen arrived. no arrests were reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn Avenue
McClelland
Summer Street
Flattery
Howell
Randall Club Discusses State Democratic Convention
The Randall Club met yesterday and informally debated the State Democratic clubs convention to be held in the city at month end. No action was taken on former Congressman Scott's death, though many expressions of regret were voiced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randall Club
Scott
Disappearance of 20 Year Old Etta Feudersmith Stirs Town
Etta Feudersmith, 20, vanished from 116 Elm Street last Friday. Her brother notified police last night. She left home saying she would attend the Ex position. Described as stout, fair complexion, light hair, about 17 or 18 in appearance, and greatly missed by her worried parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Etta Feudersmith
Elm Street
Orphaned 11 year old found wandering on Carson Street
Eddie Cunningham, 11, an inmate of the Twenty-eighth ward station, was found on Carson street by Special Officer Carrigan. He cried he had no home as both parents were dead. Carrigan took charge, gave him a penial, and arranged comfort. case to be turned over to Agent Dean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Pittburg
Ranning
Pittsburg
McKelvey
Alleheny
Chartiers Street
Margaret Martin
Charles Messpley
Denton Street
Circus
Char Jey
Littl
Ells
Allese
Messpley
Quarter Sessions Court
Murphy Liense
Murphy
Peeree
Muth
Lewis
J. J. Welsh
Penn Avenue
Penn Avenue, Yesterday Afternoon. Seven Persons, Including the Neprietor
Welfth Ward
Eddie Cunningham
Twenty-eighth Ward
Carrigan
Carson Street
Iad
Dean
Arnheim Live Stock Co Adds 40 Horses in Pittsburgh
The Arnheim Live Stock Company Limited at 52 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, has received 40 head of draught and general purpose horses including matched teams. They also report 75 head of choice mules for draught and mining purposes, boasting lower prices than local dealers and inviting calls to view the stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arnheim Live Stock Company, Limited
Second Avenue
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
Safe deposit vaults offer better protection at Farmers' Deposit National Bank
The notice promotes secure storage of valuables and papers in Farm ers' Deposit National Bank vaults located at 66 Fourth Avenue. Boxes can be rented starting at 25 dollars and up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Deposit National Bank
Fourth Avenue
Sermon Links Labor and Capital by Emphasis on Righteousness
Rev. A. Emerson preached at Centenary M E Church on Labor and Capital. He urged success in life for workers and millionaires must rest on righteousness, warning brains and capital alone cannot suffice. He urged education to bridge labor and capital and to harmonize future discord. Fall saltings trouserings and overcoatings at Piteairn's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Emerson
M. E. Church
Picture free framed at Exposition by Hendricks Co
An offer from Hendricks & Co of 68 Federal Street Allegheny gives a free picture framed with every dozen items bought, cabinets priced at 1 dollar. The ad promotes hand kept display pieces and showcases cabinet pricing tied to Exposition promotions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hendricks & Co
Federal Street
Allegheny
Detective Recovers Stolen Horse in Wilkinsburg Case
Detective Gumbert recovered a horse stolen from Frederick Redman of Wilkinsburg last February. The animal was found on Mrs. K J McMaths farm in Plum township, where she had bought it from a colored man for 65 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gumbert
Frederick Redman
Wilkinsburg
K. J. McMath
Plum Township
Deafness relief invention exhibition in Monongahela House
Mr H A Wales of Bridgeport Connecticut will present an exhibition at the Monongahela House on Tuesday September 22 showing his invention for relief of deafness. The device touted as reducing deafness in this country and Europe will be demonstrated to attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Wales
Bridgeport
Conn
Monongahela House
Europe
Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad Ticket Sale Details
The Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad Company sells round trip tickets to Beaver on September 22 23 74 and 25 at one fare. Tickets are valid for return until the 20th inclusive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad Company
Beaver
Orphans Court Sale on Second Avenue at Public Auction
Next Tuesday at 10 o clock A M a public sale of houses and lots on Second avenue near the old Gas Works part of the estate of Patrick May deceased conducted by SaFrE Deposit and Trust Company of Pittsburgh as Administrators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Second Avenue
Old Gas Works
Patrick May
Safre Deposit and Trust Company OF
Pittsburg
Barney to Speak on Temperance at Schlingman Hall
Mn Wittrep 8 Barney the Supreme nizer of the Protected Home Circle will deliver a temperance address Tuesday evening September 22 at Schlingman's Hall located at Twenty first and Carson streets Southside. All are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barney
Schlingman’s
Diphtheria Fears Amid City Health Warnings
City physicians report 16 new diphtheria cases linked to bad drainage and filth. Doctors urge caution to prevent panic while noting frost does not stop the disease and call for cleanliness and targeted public health steps during the Exposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Health
Fleming
Penn Avenue
The Tooth of the Fool and the Wise Man
A tongue in cheek discussion on dental health and brain nutrition. The piece cites Mr Smith Turner and a British Dental Association theory about phosphates, linking tooth decay to brain activity and energy use. It muses on wisdom and tooth loss, noting the world grows toothless yet wiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Dental Association
Smith Turner
Blaine's Health to Be Tested
The Kansas City Star notes England schemes to seize the Sandwich Islands and that Blaine’s health is a central concern. The piece implies if England succeeds it would prove Blaine is very ill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blaine
Kansas City
England
Sandwich Islands
Furniture Outlet at 24th and B9th Street
A local furniture store operates at the corner of 24th Street and B9th Street offering regular sales. Advertised days include Tuesdays and Fridays with repeated market promotions.
Averse to Hawaiian Annexation Review Shows Public Opposition
Review notes strong American resistance to annexing Hawaii as a state or territory. It cites political unpopularity, fear in the Senate, and preference for continued autonomy under protection of Great Powers or the United States. It warns of naval and strategic shifts and stresses Hawaii’s proud independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Hawaii
Pacific
Senate
England
America
Hawai
Little Kingdom
United States Navy
Honolulu
Hucus and Hacke Silk Importations Open in New Stock
Fall and winter importations display the richest silk stock yet with Black Brocaded Faille Bengaline Satine Gros Grain and more. White brocades Crepe du Chene Canton Crepes Diagonal Crepe du Chene and Guinet Black Gros Grain silk offered with prices from 35c to 3 per yard and special values such as a 22 inch Gros Grain at 110 with prior 150 per yard. Cor Fifth Ave and Market St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyons
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