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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
IN EARNEST FOR EIGHT HOURS.

The American Federation Of Labor VIII
Take Decided Stand on the Question
Crlmo Lessened.
The fourth annual convention Of the
american Federation of Labor will be called
70 order on Tuesday next in the Common
Council chamber, City Hall, Boston, at 10
o'clock, President of the Federation Samuel
Gompers in the chair. About so delegates
Will be present, representing nearly 100000
workers.
Inc most important subject which will
meet with the consideration of the conven-
tlon is the establishment of the eight-hour
Workday. The stand taken BY the Fedora
tlon OF Labor on this important matter is
Weil defined. At its st. Louis convention
:. year ago it resolved upon a general agita-
uon for the carrying into effect of
national eighthour law, and sub
sequently, through the press and by
circular from the Federation headquar-
ters, employers of labor throughout the
country were notified that on the LIST of
May, 1890, the trades affiliated with the
Federation would demand the restriction of
tne days work to eight hours. The mission
OF the convention will be to decide on the
oest means for promulgating the realization
o. the, scheme, and it will receive the Sc
rlous consideration which the importance of
the subject deserves. 1t is not possible to
foreshadow what action the delegates, in
their wisdom, will take, and the only indi-
cations in this direction obtainable are from
the recent utterances of President Com
Pers. He is on record as saying that the
American Federation of Labor does not pro-
pose to inaugurate. the movement by order
ing general strike, but he intimates that if
1t becomes necessary in order to obtain an
eight-hours system, strike will be resorted
to. He says:
Look at the different industries, and you
will find that those men who work the
longest honrs receive the lowest wages.
Men who work from II to IA a day
receive from 81 to 81 20 per day, while
those who work shorter hours, s. 8 or 10, are
paid from 81 to S. There is less dissipa-
ton among men who work short than those
who work long hours. As to crime and
pauperism, it can be clearly proven that
the reduction of the hours of labor, where
effected, has had the effect of decreasing
both, as has been satisfactorily shown by so
good an Suthority as Inspector Byrnes, of
New York"
The sessions will extend over week, and
as the proceedings are open to everybody,
clear declaration Of intentions of the Amer
lcan Federation of Labor will be obtained.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
DID NOT HAVE TWO MOUTHS.
Why n New York Judge Dismissed \
Museum Freaks Suit.

why New York Judge Dismissed y
Museum Freaks Suit.
ESPECIAL TKLEGRAM TO THE DIsPArcH.i
NEW YORK, December 7.-Ott6 Tepfer,
the two-mouthed man, was in Judge Steck-
ler's court to-day. 1t was not, however, to
give an exhibition of his double-mouthed
powers, but to be witness in suit brought
by his manager, Frank Thornton, against
George Fursman, proprietor of the
Grand Museum for $40. Captain Thornton,
as he is called, said that some months ago he
wrote from Boston to Mr.. Fursman 'ifor q
date;' for himself and his curio. He wanted
two weeks, and, after some correspondence,
Mr.. Fursman agreed to engage him for one
week, beginning on October q, at salary
of $40, If the two-mouthed prodigy was as
represented. Thornton and his protege came
on to New York, had themselves adver-
tised, and had posters and hand-bills dis
playing a cut Of the two-mouthed wonder
printed and distributed. But when they
came to Mr.. Fursman he refused to employ
them. Hence the suit for the weeks salary.
Have you got two mouths?" was asked
him. a
81 am so advertised, and it is commonly
supposed that have"
"As matter OF fact, have you two
mouths?"
81 have not"
"How came that hole in your throat?''
'It Is the result of an injury"
Judge Steckler-This man has not two
mouths. He may be able to smoke and do
a lot of things with the opening in his
throat, but that is not enough. He repre-
sented himself to be tWo-mouthed man,
and he is not; therefore, he cannot recover
any money. Judgment for Mr.. Fursman.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
WHERE WILL FEMALES TIPPLEp
Chief Brown Shuts Down on the House Of
Last Resort.

Chief Brown Shuts Down on the House Of
Last Resort.
The last place in the city where female
customers would enter a bar and order up a
drink with piece of cheese or a pie is pro-
hibited from entertaining any more such
patronesses by order of Chief Brown. In
sDector McAlesse said that the order was
given two days ago, but not enforced until
yesterday and one of the reasons was that
two men were arrested there few DAYS ago
and one Of them had badly used up head
The place of Thomas Nuttridge on Dia-
mond street yesterday afternoon presented
very different appearance from the ordinary
Saturday afternoon, when miners and their
wives and others doing their marketing
called in to get some refreshment. The
house is we'll known as resort for English
men, and they have frequently made family
parties there after their days work was
done. But the law is severe and uncom-
promising in the matter, and the Nuttridge
Hotel has to keep step with the other
houses of entertainment in the city by ex-
cluding female custom.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
SHE CAUGHT THEM HEAVILY.
ColOred Servant Girl EIopes With Per.
sOnnl Property.

ColOred Servant Girl EIopes With Per-
sonnl Property.
About two weeks ago Inspector McAleese,
of the First police district, received a no
tice from John a. Weimer, superintendent
of the Weimer Machine Company of Leba-
non, and the Chief of Police of the same
place, to look out for colored girl named
Winnie Robinson, who had been employed
in Mr.. Weimer's family as q domestic, and
who had decamped simultaneously with
three trunks full of goods, valued at about
1000.
Yesterday afternoon Detectives Sol Coul-
son and P. Fitzgerald located the woman on
Arthur street, and captured her and one.of
the trunks, which is now in the Central
station. Coulson says the contents of the
trunk simply amazed him. 1t was very
heavy and loaded with ladies' silk under
wear. silk dresses and valuable clothing of
all kinds, including some jewelry, the whole
estimated at being worth 81, 600 He sup
posed from the conduct of the woman that
she had q valuable stone concealed, and
from her actions judged she had swallowed
it. The other two trunks have been located.
and will be taken to-day. An officer from
Lebanon is expected to-day to identify both
the woman and the property.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
PIERCED BY ELECTRICITY.
A Troy Lineman Survives After 1, 900 Volts
Pass Through Him.

n 1EOy Alnemau SurNINe0 AIter 1pOOO bOlt0
Pass Through Him.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPArcH.I
TROY, N. Y, December 7.-Shortly after
noon to-day William McNamara started to
run an electric light wire into Henry
Ernest's restaurant on Fourth street. He
assembled high pole on Congress street, and
throwing one leg across beam, commenced
the work of connecting the wire. He dropped
one of his rubber gloves, in order to perfect his
work with greater facility, and next put one
foot down on the bare end of q wire which
hung below him. Only casual glance was
given the man by passers-by, and he had
been working at his task for some time,
when he seemed to suddenly fall forward,
and at the same time uttered a piercing
shrek.
A ladder was soon placed in position, and
a courageous stranger quickly ran up the
pole and soon rescued McNamara. He is
terribly burned, but will probably recover.
The injured man was taken to his home in
an ambulance.
Manager Powers said: "I think the line
man was working on the Westinghouse cir
cults. If this is the case, 1000 volts passed
through him until the current was turned
of. This is the same current electrical ca
perts propose to use in putting criminals to
death"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
Fine Plates

From a dozen of the leading European
manufacturers, ranging in price from $5
to $3.50 per dozen. Mintons contribute
some fine sets. We have SO displayed these
that half dozen of kind can be seen at a
glance. They add greatly to the charm of q
well appointed table, or form an exquisite
furnishing for q cabinet. Neither the price
nor any. words will give you any idea
of their beauty. Only actual inspection
will do that.
FRENCH, KENDR1CK & Co..
516 Smithfeld ST., opposite CITY Hall.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
A WASHINGTON WOMAN
Creates Comment by DrapiuR Her House
in Respect to the Dead Man-No
Attempt at Interference
is Being Made

m hespect TO the Dead Man-No
Attempt ut Interference
lie Being Made.
WASHINGTON, December There is a
woman in this city who worships the memory
of the late Jefferson Davis, and who has the
courage of her convictions. At 285 Second
street is modest little house painted dark
red with green shutters. To-day these shut
ters were closed, and from the bell knob
hung a fold of Grape that attracted the at
tention of persons passing by. Beyond this
general air of gloom there was nothing re-
markable in the appearance Of the house or
the first story, but when the point of vision
included the upper story there was some
thing rather unusual in exterior house dec
orations.
Draped from the three windows on that
floor IS a wide strip of black stuff, evidence
of mourning of high order In the center
of each of the window sills, Just where the
black is fastened is a rosette. If the
rosettes were also black they would have
excited less comment, but they are not
black. Two of them-one at each end-are
red, while the one In the middle is white.
The house and the manner of their arrange
ment combine TO form the colors Of the dead
Confederacy, and their display at this time
made it evident that some one was sorry be-
cause Jefferson Davis was no more.
A reporter called at the house this after
noon and was greeted BY quiet-appearinp
lady of about 80 years of age. She was the
decorator and was proud of the fact. She
wore close-ftting brown dress that was
Quaker-like in its simplicity.
''My name, +" she said, ''is Mrs. Frederick
Fairfax, and I am Washingtonlsn born.
I am a Southern woman, and put the
mourning on the house because of President
Davis death"
"ABd an admirer of Mr.. Davis7"
well, should say am. love him: I |
love his every word and act"
"YoU don't seem to be afraid7"
Afraid" she replied, "why. I never /
was afraid Of anybody or anything in my
life."
Mrs. Fairfax Is the daughter Of the late
Lieutensnt Cook, Of the United States |
Army, who died some years ago.
A number Of colored people gathered on
the sidewalk opposite the house this morn
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08

An excellent TX octave upright piano,
with latest improvements, splendid tone,
handsomely carved case, fully warranted, at
5000, including fine plush scarf and stool.
Also beautiful parlor organ, 9 stops, fine
case and tone. for $50. Special holiday
bargains at the music store of ]. NJ. Hof-
mann & Co., 537 Smithfeld street.
Fine holiday assortment Of the celebrated
Sohmer pianos, the superb Colby pianos,
and Hallet & Cumston pianos.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
SOME ONE SPARED THE ROD.
A Precocious YouIh Who Has a FacuIt,
for Stealing.

Patrick Dougherty, sged 13, partakes OF
the bad luck inherent in the number of
years he has lived, and has frequently put
in his appearance at the Central station,
defying the statutes of Pennsylvania as
Ajax defed the lightning. But the laws,
like the lightning, knocked him out
a woman who runs a museum stand on
Fifth avenue, actuated by compassion and
desire to obtain some grateful help, few
weeks ago gave the boy suit of clothes
and a job, but found herself robbed bv him
on his first chance. Here friendship ceased
as Porter Friend brought the boy in, the
employer declines to waste any sympathy.
and Inspector McAleese sorrcwfuliy re-
marks that sparing the rod has spoiled that
child.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
FOUR MEN BURNED
In an Effort to Save Property From BuFn-
Ing Pier-The FLAMES Discovered
In Pile OF Cotton-Ex-
clfiu~ Tuesd.uau
citing Incidents.

~ Elle OF Cotton-Ex-
citing Incidents.
ESPECIAL TELEeRAn TO TIE DIsPATcH.I
NEW YORK, December 1.-THE North
river pier was burned over this afternoon,
and men lost their lives in 3 vain effort
to save lite and property, while u more
were more or less seriously injured in
Ike endesvors. They were: james
Barry, Watchman 30 years old, sufocated;
George Booker, colored 'longshoreman, 40
years old, married, sufocated; Richard
johnson, colored foreman Of colored gang Of
iongshoremen, 42 years old, married, suf-
iocatedi james Whalen, 45 years old,
married, suffocated.
1t was just at the end of the noon hour.
Inc corners of West street were crowded
with longshoremen and others.
FINDING the hour Of going to work at
nand, Ed Andrews, lad employed to run
one OF the half dozen elevators on the pier,
climbed up the stairway at the outer
end OF the pier to get on his
elevator which was at the lott floor when
the noon hour came. Reaching the head Of
the stairs Andrews saw watchman James
Barry standing not far from lot of 600
bales of cotton stored on the south
west corner of the floor. Near him
stood John s. Hotaling, the engineer
who ran the elevator engine. The lad
had just observed this much when
he saw flame fash up from up some fluffy
cotton on bale near the center pier OF
the floor and then 60 leaping across to an
other bale.
The two men saw the fame at the same
instant and ran to it as If to try to smother
1t while they yelled for help at the top of
their voices. Andrews turned and ran
downstairs, shouting: 'eThe cotton's
on IRE, the cotton's on fire." The CRY set
the men below on the run instantly.
Foreman John Dunn ran to the alarm
bell and began to ring it. Foreman Nick
johnson ran to the Office, where port
able fire extinguisher was kept while
another man, bareheaded and very
excited ran out Of the pier across the open
space shouting "FireI" Then the fire en-
gines began to come Then q man with bis
face as black as a pegro's staggered out
OF the pier entrance, the crowd making
way for him at first and then closing
inlabout him curiously. The man was rec
ognized as the engineer, John Hotaling. He
was terribly burned about the face and
hands. The lives were lost in trying to save
papers and books, and to extinguish the
fire
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
NEW STREET RAILWAY.

There VIII be Quick Transit From Down
town to WiIlsinsburg.
The rumor about extending the Central
Traction Company's line to Williamsburg
could not be confirmed, as Geo. 1. Whitney
was out of town yesterday. A gentleman
in his Office, however, said that the report
about the extension was rather premature,
though he understood that 7. A. Gillespie
had secured the controlling interest in the
proposed extension, and that the thing
might be go.
Mr.. Gillespie could not be seen, but it is
understood that road from Market street
to Williamsburg is possibility OF the near
future.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
M'GAW's REINSTATEMENT.
Labor Leaders Cannot Agree as to the Law

Labor Leaders Cannot Agree a. TO the Law
on the Point.
The reinstatement of Homer L. McGaw
as Knight of Labor through the action of
the Warehousemen's Assembly has occa-
stoned no little discussion in labor circles.
President Campbell treats the matter
lightly, and is unable to express any opin-
ion as to how the matter will be received
by the general officers. Editor John NJ.
Kelly takes the view that it is absurd to
suppose that any local assembly can rein
state a member who has been expelled from
the body by the General Assembly. In other
quarters doubts seemed to exist as to the
law on the question and few were inclined
to express open opinion one way or another.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
REAL ACTING IN BLUEBEARD JR.

One Of the supers Has an EpiIeptlc Fit Not
in the Bills.
Considerable excitement was created in the
Opera House at the close OF the performance
there last night. A girl named Maggie
McShea, 15 years old, playing in the ballet,
was overcome by an epileptic fit and alarmed
the occupants Of the greenroom.
A telephone message was sent to the
Homeopathic Hospital ambulance and she
was taken to that institution. The ply
sicians there said she would be all right in
the morning. Her home is on Mt. Wash
ington.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
The McKeespOrt Stamp LIcker.

Postmaster General Wanamaker stated
yesterday to McKeesporter that the ap-
pointment of a postmaster for McKeesport
will be made not later than January 10, and
probably sooner, so as to give the one ap-
pointed an opportunity to be with the out
going man, so as to learn the Office. Post
master Slade will complete his term Feb
ruary 10, and this will give the new man a
month to learn,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
FACING THE TROUBLE.
Stockholders in the Wyoming and
Laramie Cattle Companies
MEET TO DISCUSS TIE SITUATION.
President D. ". Braden Makes an Estimate
Of the Assets.
no RESULTS FROM THE CONFERENCE
The Companies Only Want a Little Time to Meet
Their Liabilities.

A meeting was held in Waynesburg yes
terday by the stockholders of the cattle
companies which are in financial difficulty.
Nothing definite was arrived at, but state
ment of the assets was made, and it was de-
clared that the companies could tide over
the present trou bic if givena little time.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08

ONE week more, Commencing Monday,
December 9, of the large bankrupt sale Of
drygoods, carpets and rugs at 723 and 725
Liberty st., corner Eighth. This will no
doubt be read with pleasure by bargain
hunters, a. the assignee has determined,
during the coming week, to close out every
thing regardless Of cost or price. Parties
having goods on deposit are requested to
call at once and secure them. The sales
win be as usual-morning ct 10. afternoon
ct 2. aYaninR IS 100.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
LOCAL ITEMS, LIMITED.
Incidents Of Day in Two Cities Condense
for Ready Reading.

ROLAND MCDONALD, of Elk county, was
brought to Mercy Hospital last night, with a
fractured jaw received in lumber yard AZ
Pennheld, Clearfeld county.
MRS. GoTTLIEB HnLENGAss of Beatty
street, Allegheny, was so severely burned last
night by lamp explosion at her home that sbe
may not recover.
WILLIE ATTERsoN, of East street. may die
from injuries received by being thrown out of
wagon on North avenue yesterday.
GEORGE ROSE, an italian, caused the arrest
Of Antonio Loase. on the charge Of keeping
disorderly house on Grant street
AT the Grant school yesterday afternoon i've
members we're elected 70 the TsacherE Guild.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
e-,cs Church socIal s,unsr.

On Thursday and Friday next fair and
oyster supper will be held in the Sunday
school rooms of Grace Episcopal Church,
Mt Washington. As the entertainments Of
this church are always regarded as the fash
ionable events of the hill, the occasion is
looked forward to with good deal Of inter-
est, and the attendance will be naturally
very large.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
.SILCOTT'S FORGERIES.
The Names Of Thirty Members Of
Congress Made Use Of by Him
IEORDEk TO RAISE NEEDEDMOEEYi
The Missing Man Regular Monthly PstroR
Of Two Lotteries.
NEVER ABLE 10 MAKE BOTH ENDsMEE1s
His Living Expenses and Losses at The Races Exceeds
ingIy HsaYy.

The only step taken in the investigations
BY the House Of the affairs Ofthe ASCENDING
cashier, Silcott, yesterday. was in relation
to the fOrgeries Sileott committed in order to
raise money to cover his peeulstions. Many
membersare out Of pocket money for month
on account Of the cashiers slipping out with
their back salary.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
No chrI.rmas Money for Them.

Yesterday an accident happened in
Woods Mill, McKeesport, which will throw
80 or 40 men out of employment for several
weeks. A shaft, in the Russian iron de-
partment was broken. which cannot be re-
placed here and which will take some time
tn make
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
TALK ABOUT A CHECK.
A DepOsitOr in the Lawrence Bank Makes
Charge ARuinat Hoerr.

DepOsitOr in the Lawrence Bank Makes n
Charge Against Hoerr.
Mrs. G. Shaub created some excitement in
Lawrenceville yesterday bya statement that
the Lawrence Bank officials wronged her in
regard to a check for 1876. She claims to
have deposited that amount and asked for
its return on October 10. On November IA
she returned and demanded her money. and
received check reading, "pay four weeks
broke.
Mr.. Hoerr, when seen, stated that the
woman was laboring under mistake, as the
money had originally been deposited as an
interest-bearing time deposit.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
JAPANESE WARE BAZAAR.
Open for the Holiday. ONLY.

You will wonder at our fine display.
Goods are going rapidly, and we would adj
wise you to call early. Special discounts on
large pieces.
Store open till P. M. until Christmas
VIM. HASLAGE & SON,
Select Family Grocers,
Is Diamond Square, Pittsburg.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08

That Gusky's will. commencing to-mor-
row, give away, until they are ali gone. the
balance of those extremely elegant pictures
which they've been giving away the past
four weeks. One will be given free with
evory purchase in the Mems and Youths
Clothing Department to the amount Of $40
or inward
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
For the C-.s,..,.

Grandest and most elegant stock and sssort-
ment of overcoats for men, boys and chill
dren in Pittsburg you must visit Gusky's.
Overcoats for everybody. Just word to
the ladies. Wouldn't nice overcoat be a
most appropriate holiday gift? Come and
select them and well deliver at any time
desired
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
FUR RUG

VIII Make an Elegant Chrisfmas Present
for Any Housewife.
We have reduced prices on all these goods
and now offer them at 81 to IS.
Smyrna rugs, 81 20 to 81.
Lace curtains, 66e pair up.
Velvet carpets, s0c 70 81 yard.
Brussels carpet, soc to 81 yard.
We never sold goods 20 cheap as We will
during the next few weeks. The room we
must have for the largest stock oil new sea-
sons goodsevsr seen il Pittshurg.
EDWARD GRoETzIFGER,
e27 and 629 Penn ave.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
S.. Arne. Church Dedica,lon.

st. Agnes Catholic Church, on Fifth
avenue, in the Fourteenth ward, will be dedi-
Gated on Sunday December 15. Bishop
Phelan will oficiate, assisted by priests.
Music will be given by Misses Grace Mil
Ter and Caroline Schmertz, Messrs. Brocket
and Sohner, choir of 80 voices and Ger
merits Orchestra
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
Struck bya Train.

1t was reported in the city last night that
a man named McClatchy, who is foreman
at Lang & Co.'S steel works at CHARTERS.
had been struck by railroad train, and had
both legs cut of, besides receiving other
serious injury. His home is near that
place, where he was taken.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
Lincoln BIowouf.

The Lincoln Republican Club will give Z
reception to their friends tomorrow evening
at their rooms. Addresses will by made by
Collector Warmcastle, Controller Morrow
and G. V. Lewis The c. v. Lewis Quar-
tet will furnish the music.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-08
Il,,l. prohihl,ion FIrh,

SALEM. o., December THE City Coun-
ell last night ordered another vote on the
prohibition ordinance. The session was q
very stormy one. The election is ordered
for next Saturday, the 14th. The last
election went dry by considerable majority.