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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1889
Page
5
A Dispatch report surveys Washington as a hub of cranks with fixed ideas, from reformers and inventors to Mary Walker and Charlotte Smith. It details their schemes, pensions, clashes with departments, and odd local characters roaming the Capitol and White House, illustrating a lively, skeptical view of political eccentricity.
Hon E Morrow and John Lambie spoke at the Wylie Avenue United Presbyterian Church evening services. Both men praised moral steadfastness and Christian commitment for young people. The Young People's Association organized the auspices and attendance was strong.
The report in The Distance last Saturday corrected a misstatement about the assault on Sixth Street. It did not occur at or near Owen McCarthy’s saloon nor involve his establishment. The notice also advertises stock and specials at local stores, including jackets and liquor offers.
Advertisements seek 16 to 20 year old girls to join a traveling show company and form an eight second team of Pittsburg girls. W S Franklin of Chicago plans to recruit here, says many locals surprised by baseball aim while some see outdoor sport appeal and historic female participation. He notes he aims to select 15 to 20 hopefuls, then test them on a ball ground to form a nine, and cites traditional female baseball roots and prior New York club as precedent.
Samuel F. Patterson of Station B Lawrenceville notes postoffice growth in Pittsburg over the past year since its September opening. He cites nearly doubled business, 20 000 registered letters, 30 000 money orders, and excess workload for carriers and clerks, calling for an additional staff member.
Frank W. Guion owner of the yacht Endeavor witnessed a dramatic rescue attempt during a Channel storm at Block Island. A New York school principal stranded for marriage was ferried off by a New London skipper amid 60 to 70 mph winds, with 2,000 spectators watching the perilous crossing toward Stonington harbor and presumed wedding.
A drunken man attacked a skunk that had wandered into the city. the creature defended itself and caused a disturbance near the West Boston bridge for about an hour. The man threw stones and fled when the Cambridge night car arrived, while passengers recoiled and the driver hurried to safety.
A Polish society march from Smithfield street to Fifth Avenue and Cathedral faced crowd violence when streetcar No 6 threatened collision. Poles attacked the gripman with swords as the club dispersed. Officers Crossan and Young restored order and kept the car in place until the procession passed. Complainants will file against the gripman.
Philadelphia reports storms and cold weather have ruined much of the tomato crop in New Jersey Delaware and Maryland. Canneries halted operations and officials warn of a likely order-price rise for canned tomatoes and catsup by at least ten percent as last season stocks are cleared and imports are sought for other produce.
The B and O railroad offers excursion tickets to Cincinnati at 36 cents for six days and to Columbus at 4 dollars for four days on all trains until further notice. A dance event at Prof. Christy's Academy begins tonight at 8 with a grand march at 8 45.
An event on Thursday and Friday evenings at the Mt Washington Free Reading Room will feature tableaux of all states and territories. Fifty two women will perform in period costumes, with recitations and scenes from the War era. Refreshments will follow served by the costumed ladies. The business committee includes A Filson Dalzel H C Digby E W Smith Dr O W Sadler Mrs I McMilles Miss Ida Smith and Mrs Sadier.
Last evening at Third Presbyterian Church a farewell gathering honored Rev T E Holliday who leaves for India as a missionary. The future missionary spoke briefly, joined by Prof D A McClenahan and other congregation members. An information of appreciation was presented to Mr and Mrs Holliday.
In a Sunday session at Mesyor Pearson's court James Smith paid arrest costs for shooting sparrows in parks. William Reed, Robert Barr and Alex Salters received 60 days each for disorderly conduct, with other defendants given shorter terms or fines for similar offenses.
Information filed before Mayor Pearson alleges Mrs Frederick of East street severely beat her daughter Mrs Erhart after a dispute over property. The incident occurred at the mother's house and the attending physician considers the case serious.
A retailer vows to lead the trade with reliable clothing and fair treatment. The store promises consistent quality, square prices, safe buying, and to grow business by offering over 1,000 patterns and custom made to measure garments.
A fragmented advertisement touts silk yard goods at deep discounts from rival prices. It highlights Rich and lustrous Peau de Soie and Black Silk at reduced rates, with ranges from 65c to $5 per yard. New season fabrics include Gy Tennebrousse stripes and exclusive applique brocades, all promoted as high value.
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