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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1889
Page
2
The piece details Rev Father Sheedys talk on Cardinal Gibbons encyclical and parochial school opening in the First ward. It covers dedication events, invitations including Governor Beaver, and contrasts with Detroit and St Vincents precedents. It discusses public school decline, potential legal steps to dispose of school property, and trustee options to manage funds and taxes.
Joseph Roger and Rosa Beck were arrested by Officer Messner on Wylie Avenue near Kirkpatrick Street for lingering on John Marion’s doorstep at 477 Wylie Avenue. Marion ordered them away and bricks were thrown at the door. They were locked in the Eleventh Ward station but released by morning.
The Rev. Dr. Hammond delivers a farewell sermon to a large congregation as he severes ties with Shady Avenue Baptist Church to pursue work in a larger field. He cites desire for a more attractive church and Sunday school and unity between pews and pulpit. Brooklyn Tabernacle is cited as his new field, drawing praise from many in Pittsburgh.
W H Brown died at West Penn Hospital from peritonitis after a fall on Thirty sixth street while intoxicated. An inquest is planned. A widower age 56, he lived at 169 Thirty Sixth Street in Lawrenceville and was famed as Carnegie Phipps & Co.'s first roll turner. He leaves a son and daughter who dispute the circumstances of his death. Funeral arrangements follow.
Rumors say the English syndicate met at Frauenheim and Vilsack’s brewery to decide on its offer. Observers expect final action next Tuesday as option periods expire with possible formation of a city brewery trust if the deal fails.
The remains of Hungarian immigrant Michael Kallony, the first Braddock accident victim, were laid to rest yesterday. Mike Quinn, later found dead in Braddock, was removed from Mercy Hospital Saturday night and his funeral is set for 2 PM today.
Edwardo Aguire and Melchior Bustamante of Argentina visit Monongahela and discuss expanding trade with the Northern States. They note current imports via Liverpool and Rio Janeiro are slower and costlier, urging a direct steam line to Buenos Aires with regional support. They compare Buenos Aires to Chicago, highlight a major bank deposit, and mention local business figures and infrastructure projects.
Rev David Metheny spoke at Central Reformed Presbyterian Church on Sandusky Street about his 25 years as a missionary in Asia Minor. He described Cilician descendants of Canaanites, 33 schools in Tarsus, Adana and Messine, and the need to teach medicine to win converts amid poverty and famine.
Mary Harkless arrived in Pittsburg last Thursday to rejoin her husband who had work. They stayed at a boarding house until Saturday night when the husband took their 3-year-old son away promising to return. He did not come back and the boarding house keeper turned Mrs. Harkless out for lack of money. She went to Central station to tell her story. The boarding house name is unclear.
The United Presbyterian Chapel on Perrysville avenue Allegheny was formally opened. Rev T A Shaw preached in the morning and devotional services were led by Shaw and Rev G W McDonald. Revs W H McMillan D D D F McGill and J W Witherspoon D D spoke. A 6 pm praise service and Bible readings preceded an evening sermon by Rev J M Fulton D D. Collections raised over 1400 of a 1500 goal to pay the debt. The church, known as the Eighth U P, serves about 40 families and grows from Ridgewood Jefferson and Lombard missions. The brick building measures 34 by 78 feet on a 120 by 150 foot lot.
In Soho the Second district police watched a Forbes street house all day as crowds gathered for a suspected speakeasy. Captain Mercer and officers reported liquor sale evidence but failed to secure a conviction, while a system of outposts was said to be maintained and ward notices sent.
Church of St. Join the Baptist parishioners on Thirty-second and Liberty streets protest Velte and McDonald Engine Building Co occupying the public sidewalk for tracking. After weekends the pavement from Penn avenue to Liberty is crowded with sheet iron boilers and other structures, making passage difficult for pedestrians. Citizens urge government to stop private use of public property.
Coroner McDowell postponed the Braddock inquest on the victims from 2 o clock this afternoon to 2 o clock Thursday afternoon. The move honors Braddock citizens and friends of the late Captain Jones. Michael Quinn, a respected Braddock resident, was educated for the priesthood but left the path on the ordained day. He worked with the Carnegie establishment for years and owned property in Braddock, remaining popular locally.
On October 22 W. H. Miller H. M. Bennett P. J. Mc Nalty De Witt Dilworth and Henry Harley apply for a charter to form the Flannery Gas Improvement Company to operate Joseph Flannery's patent from the Standard Gaslight Company in New York. The process mixes natural gas and water gas with other ingredients to illuminate and heat.
A colored man living on Penn Avenue above Main created excitement by building a fire with green coal in his attic. The resulting smoke led neighbors to fear a blaze and several people climbed onto the roof to talk with him at the chimney before the misunderstanding was resolved.
Horace B Hays furniture dealer of 2664 Penn avenue was shot in the leg Wednesday night by Nellie McCarthy and received a letter threatening to kill him on sight. Police remain on the lookout for Mrs McCarthy as of last night.
Secretary Kremer of the Flood Relief Commission arrives in the city tomorrow morning to meet contractor Evan Jones and Senator Huff of Greensburg in a bid to settle differences with contractor James McKeight over Johns town work.
Yesterday 11 year old Harry Gangloff son of Dr C Gangloff of the West End was kicked in the head by his father's horse. He entered the stable startling the horse which struck him with its hind legs fracturing the skull. His condition is dangerous.
The Southside revival meetings began a third week last night with very large attendance. The event is described as auspicious and continues its campaign into a second fortnight, with expectations of continued fervor and participation from locals.
Somber Sunday as Braddock mourns the death of Captain W R Jones. Friends and company officials discuss shutdowns for the funeral and preparations for the interment at Camp Copeland near the Soldiers' Monument. Mrs Jones health feared to fail under shock. Dr Swan attends.
Delegates to the Federated Union meeting of railroad men at Old City Hall did not arrive last evening but are expected this morning. Prominent figures include E. Wilkinson Grand Master Staly Joad Brakemen Downer Vice Grand Master Switchmen's National Union and Eugene V Deles Grand Secretary Firemen. The meeting's promise was reported in Dispatch earlier.
At the Seventeenth ward station Alfred Grove Edward Adams and W A McDougal were brought up for a hearing after a late Saturday night free fight. Grove was released while the others were fined five dollars plus costs. Walter Shaw received a thirteen dollar fine for beating his wife. At the Twelfth ward station seventeen cases were disposed of none of which were of importance.
The second meeting of the Duquesne Commandery of the Knights of John was held yesterday at the episcopal residence connected with St. Pauls Cathedral. Twenty four new members were elected and Rev Father Sheedy was chosen spiritual adviser. A public installation of officers will be held within a few weeks. This is the first organization of the order in the city.
John Cline aged 16 fell between the wheels of Birmingham street car No. 23 on Carson street last night. He suffered severe injuries with two fingers amputated at Southside Hospital. His left arm was broken and may require amputation. He had only been in the country three weeks.
The Unitarian congregation met in the McCance block yesterday morning with Dr. Moorhouse of New York delivering the sermon. Attendees reported encouragement and expect the church to be established in the city soon.
The Musicians' Mutual Protective Union expelled two more members Adolf Ludwig and Karl Schurz for playing with non union musicians. The action brings total expulsions to 89 in a month as the board met on Fifth Avenue to discuss the Great Western Band at the Exposition. Rotkay, master workman of Knights of Labor Musicians, left for Bt Teele to answer questions before the K of L board. Some friction arose between Twin City Council Junior Order of United American Mechanics and nine union orchestras.
The Exposition extends another week with rising attendance and interest. Exhibits will be brightened and refreshed and new attractions added for those who have studied the big show. Pittsburgh is likely to set a record for a city in its first year. Music will feature popular selections in afternoon and evening programs with daily special features and novelties before Saturday night.
The Ladies Total Abstinence Society of St Marys of Mercy Church hosts a birthday celebration for Father Mathew founder of abstinence groups. The event occurs Thursday evening October 10 at the church with addresses and music. Father Canevin of the Allegheny County Diocesan Union will attend and deliver two speeches.
An open meeting of the Catholic Mutual Beneficial Association was held at the Duquesne School Hall corner Liberty and Second Avenue. President T. J. Donahue opened the session followed by Rev Father Sheedy. President J. Rey explained the order and P G Nash compared it with other societies. Dr J B Sullivan closed with a talk on insurance importance.
Mary Swarts aged 14 was arrested yesterday by Roger O Mara after a week earlier for street walking. Police say she lingered around the station hoping to see a local girl. Parents at 82 Jefferson Street Allegheny were notified and plan to send her to Morganza.
A planned meeting in Carson Street hall led to a decision to call off the strike over wage scale demands. The dispute centered on a 1/2 to 1 percent wage increase and non union mixers, with a potential walkout by Window Glass Workers Association members.
Labor notes report L. A. 9681 secretary Thompson has convened a Wednesday evening meeting to address a dispute that could affect many members in strike. Rumors last week indicated a plan in two or three shops to reduce wages and members vow to act to block any such move.
The Christopher Columbus Cornet Band, composed entirely of city Italians, will hold its first evening reception at Imperial Hall on Friday. Three musicians from the original Royal Great Eastern and Imperial Orchestras will be selected. Promoters named are Mc Michaels Brady and Phillips.
Miss Lottie M. Stevenson and Mr. George H. Hart wed yesterday at 1 in the house of the bride’s father J B Stevenson, Wilkinsburg merchant. The Rev J F Core of the M E church presided. The couple departed on a extended wedding trip westward last night.
A horse hitched to a road cart driven by Robert McMann near Devillier and Firth avenues in the afternoon. McMann was thrown and sustained a severe back injury. Martin McTighe managed to catch the runaway horse a short distance away.
A morning hearing before Mayor Pearson dealt with seven cases. Charles Henkelman was arrested for disorderly conduct but was discharged after friends testified the officer had the wrong man. Pat Mahoney F Huber and John McCarty were fined five dollars plus costs for disorderly conduct. Fred Koehler paid one dollar and costs for drunkenness while William Bennett and two tramps received ten days.
Dr John C Hierholner of 111 Stau ben street West End was riding toward Western avenues Allegheny yesterday morning when his horse balked at an engine on the Fit Wayne Railroad bridge. He was thrown to the ground hitting his forehead on cobblestones and suffering several bruises. He was removed to his home.
Joseph Marrion was involved in a domestic abuse incident against his wife yesterday. He was arrested by Captain M in the afternoon and lodged at Beustesat ward station. Marrion resides on Beclow vest.
The death of John Hochschminder, aged 54, longtime hill resident, occurred at his Center Avenue home after a long stay in the area. He had lived in the region for 25 years and passed away recently. The notice notes his status as a respected local figure and mentions his age and residence.
Mr Ollie Kenyon a helper in the black smith shop at Spang Challant and Co found a seven inch blacksnake in slack from the mines. He is now preserving it. Gro H Bexnett and Bro 135 First Avenue sells whiskies pure.
Local store promotes all wool satins and cashmeres with wide selections and deep discounts. Shoppers urged to inspect silk departments featuring Gros Grain silks and Black Brocade Silks with new patterns, as prices advertise strong value.
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