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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1891
Page
2
The document outlines a complex contract among major Pittsburgh firms including Westinghouse, Carnegie Steel, and others. It sets terms for pricing, stock sale, and rights to buy, with key figures Westinghouse Jr and A. W. Melshaw mentioned. The case draws attention for its potential impact on local industry.
A four story brick building on Water Street faced a blaze yesterday afternoon, destroying about seven thousand dollars in property. Central Hutter Co. suffered stock losses while water damage hit nearby stores and the scene required swift action by firefighters and workers as George Bennett and J Kerr were among those affected. The fire, though threatening adjacent structures, was contained with only partial damage to adjoining belts and leather stores.
A list of yesterday's incidents reports five accidents with one fatality. John Dietrich, 22, fell from a roof at 245 Tent Avenue and died at West Penn Hospital. Lizzie Comley, 8, was struck by a Fifth Avenue car and had severe injuries including a broken tooth. Harry McCormick, a painter, fell from a Homewood house, injuring his head and breaking two ribs. Pink Holden was hit by a cable car on Sixth Street with severe bruises. Lehn Bond sustained minor injuries in a crowd-density accident on Thirts Street.
A letter received by Detective Murphy yesterday morning threatens violence and accuses him of perjury in a case involving a murder witness. The note, dated Salamanca, N Mex, includes a threat to kill Murphy and to reveal alleged crimes. Authorities consider it unlikely the suspect would sign the name Fitzsimmons, but the letter notes a possible link to the case and warns of further contact.
A brief session before Commissioner McCoy yesterday in a Commonweath of Pennsylvania case adjourned after a single questioning of Mr Washington regarding Mr Woods. Objections were sustained and the proceeding adjourned with the matter still unresolved.
Etijoul Moll, a well known local figure, was stricken with a grave illness and is now at home on Howh trewt in critical condition. Four others are said to be in danger or unable to recover, while Moll’s life and health appear fragile to residents familiar with his long life in Pittels.
An odd promotional line touts Gail Rerded Hagley brand milk as a chief blessing for homies promising quality custards puddings and desserts with directions on the label according to a grocer.
The council debates a 2 million bond issue to fund street improvements from 1887 and 1880 acts. Finance Committee limits bonds to 10 years at 5 percent. opposition expected in next meeting. Public safety measures seek fuel smoke controls for railroads and a bid on city property options. Multiple sewer and street projects authorized or referred for grading and paving across several streets.
The Allegheny sub finance committee debated clerk pay. Proposals aimed to cut underperformers and boost deserving staff. Clerk Dunlap would absorb Fire Bureau work with salary rising from 6 to 10 dollars monthly. Batley’s pay would rise to 1 000 per year. Robinson’s to 1 000 per year while others kept salaries.
A prison board meeting yesterday heard Keeper Michael Price testify amid serious charges. The small attendance and several members seeking departure led to adjournment until next Monday with no statements from members.
Rumors run thick about possible consolidation of the Pittsburg and the Duquesne Traction lines as officials deny progress and public interest remains high. Local observers weigh potential impacts on service and regional travel.
The text notes the deal ended only due to William Kemble's death. C L Magee dismissed circulating rumors and stated there was no truth to them.
A sub-committee examined a Common Council resolution to switch from electric to gas lighting. Allegheny Gas Company bid 48000 yearly for 3000 lamps with city supplying and maintaining, plus 16 per extra lamp. Ft Wayne Electric proposed a 6 light arc machine for trial then possible purchase. The committee plans further bids from Thomson Houston and Brush. The resolution to return the gas measure was defeated.
A charter was granted yesterday to the Pictorial Mission Association of Pittsburg. The report notes 26 deaths in Allegheny last week, diphtheria as the prevailing disease, a court suit involving Major E A Montooth Band, and various local incidents from a runaway horse to a coroner’s accidental death verdict. Also covered are a real estate partner’s alleged flight, political camps, a self-inflicted death attempt, and county commissioners planning their fifth annual convention in Lancaster with remarks by R E Mercer.
A Keeley Club in Pittsburg organized last night at the Keeley Institute in Oakland forming the Pittsburg Bi-Chloride of Gold Club with four members. Officers named include F Protzman president J J vice president J M Kelly secretary William Donnell treasurer and directors S Skelly E Seon Lacock E B Mahood Dr E F For J J Campbell and F M Kramer. Dr Leslie E Keeley of Dwight Alabama named honorary president Major Samuel E Moore honorary vice president for life. The club, the fourth in number after Dwight IL Chicago and Philadelphia, plans a constitution by Sunday and aims to help others seek Keeley treatment.
Mrs. Martha Jones of Boston Street Soho reports mistreatment by her husband. She gave him 7 to buy lumber but he went to a speak-easy on Guzzam Hill and spent the day in riotous living. She says a confrontation at the place led to her being struck on the head. police seek Mr. Jones.
Mrs Annie McNichols of Sec ond avenue filed information against her husband Dominick McNichols accusing desertion and lack of support for their children. The hearing ended with the defendant paying costs after Mrs McNichols created a disturbance in Alderman Caldwell’s office.
The masquerade at Cyclorama Mall in Allegheny was halted when Chief Murphy refused to issue a license. Manager Fulton says he lost 800 dollars in advertising and claims Wyman promised a license.
The city cooled after a hot spell with an evening breeze and a light midnight shower bringing relief. Record highs reached 90 with several days of heat, but no fatalities or sunstrokes reported as forecasts call for fair weather and cooler temperatures today.
Opening Wednesday and Thursday September 30 and October 1 a new department for misses and children offers choice and exclusive styles in party and dancing dresses at Parcers Jones 20 Fifth Avenue.
Dozens of Democratic lawyers and delegates gather for the State League of Democratic Clubs annual convention in Old City Hall. Expected 1,400 delegates, Lafayette Hall meeting to launch the state campaign, with a riverboat excursion for visitors. Secretary Worman oversees heavy mail and a busy roster as preparations continue.
The hotel lobby scene splits into hotel and depot subcommittees as delegates arrive. Members defend party unity amid rumors of ruptures while Pat Foley and others deny splits and pledge loyalty with room for individual district attorney votes. The Randall Club names delegates for the convention and outlines next steps.
Secretary Worman and a long list of delegates elect Frank J. Weixel as Chairman and John J. McCrick as Secretary. They plan to meet at the clubhouse at 9 30 tomorrow morning and march to the convention, with entertainment arranged and clubs from Allegheny East End Southside aiming to rival. The convention at Hibernian Hall will choose delegates for tomorrow’s Old City Hall gathering. Bucks Burke Lehigh Schuylkill Dauphin Center Clearfield Erie and Allegheny counties are not represented.
Dissatisfied Democrats plan a straightout convention in Lafayette Hall to nominate a full ticket led by ex Judge Charles Fetterman amid backing from Allegheny County lawyers and promises of strong financial support. The move aims to counter the Committee of Eighteen and deter Republican manipulation.
Notices promote September 19 excursion exchange for round trip railroad tickets leaving 12 05 and returning 5 05. Charles Somers'. Co lists offices at 129 Fourth Ave. Ladies dye or clean gloves at Linnekin'.s Penn Ave Pittsburg and 174 Federal St Allegheny. Lies’ gallery advertises photographs. Angostura Bitters recommended after sleepless nights. Linnekin'.s dry cleaning for gents at 638 Penn Ave Pittsburg and 174 Federal St Allegheny.
The First Synod of the West of the United Presbyterian Church met at First U.P. in Allegheny. Delegates from six presbyteries across Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio gathered as Rev. J. C. Wilson of Erie was elected Moderator nearly unanimously. The session opened with prayer and a sermon on Hebrews, chapter eleven.
Bishop Arnett presided at the annual A. M. E. Conference in Washington Pennsylvania with votes for General Conference delegates. Reports cited district work, Sunday schools housing 1 088 scholars and a library of 3 980 volumes, and £17 179 50 raised for various undertakings. Communications urged education and church literature.
St Michael's Church on the Southside marks a holy day for St Michael the patron saint with same Sunday services. First mass for workingmen at 9 o'clock. A solemn high mass with ger mon at 10 o'clock. Evening vesprals sermon and Benediction. Next Sunday Rt Rev Bishop Phelan will confer confirmation after high mass in the forenoon. All societies meet the Bishop at the Tenth street bridge at 1 and march to the church.
The group met for its regular monthly session and directed the treasurer to send 173 dollars to the Pennsylvania Bible Society. Rev. Dr. James Morrow, General Secretary of the Pennsylvania Society, will preach for the Count Society in McKeesport on the first Sabbath of November.
Dr. W. F. Conner, retiring pastor of Arch Street M. E. Church, was surprised with a purse containing $200 in gold last evening. He has served the congregation five years, the limit of the term.
ULRICH & SPENCER advertises ladies equestrian tights in cotton lisle silk and wool with options. Also displays waists in wool with or without sleeves and combination suits in various materials and colors. Call to examine stock at 642 Penn Avenue with evening hours.
The Presbyterian Ministerial Association postponed its planned programme including a sermon on preterition by Rev Dr Kumler and a talk by Rev Dr Purves. A committee was appointed to study the first nine chapters of the Revision Committee report for the next meeting. The Mt Washington Church dedication is announced with city ministers participating.
A mother stormed the marriage license office after learning her daughter, aged 16, had wed James Armstrong, a colored man. She demanded records, wept aloud, and threatened perjury actions while Armstrong and the bride left together. The event highlighted tensions over miscegenation in the state.
Wide selection of hosiery from Te ws to silk and cashmere with prices 2c to 3c. Men s half hose in black cotton and silk offered, gloves and kid pair deals noted. Boys flannel waists fall values 50c to 1, and French embroidered handkerchiefs at low prices. Black silk rhadames and satin duchess fabrics listed with yard prices, plus 54 inch broadcloth in fall colors and Camel s Hair patterns in various weaves at mid to high end prices.
The Leading Drygoods House advertises a sale on black silks including Sura h 20 inch at 1.00 a yard India silks 24 inches at 1.00 Lyons silk plain black Sarah 26 inches at .75 yard Faille Francaise gros grain crepe de chine and bengalines with prices and varieties across 24 inch and 26 inch widths plus evening wear fabrics and matelasses.
A streetwear fabric is offered at 1.25 to 1.50 dollars per yard with 2 percent inch width and 15 shades per grade. The listing highlights varied colors and per yard pricing.
A local advertisement lists the latest street shade fabrics priced at 1.25 dollars per yard and 2.50 dollars per yard. The notice emphasizes choice selections and encourages quick purchase.
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