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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22

the main battery and for efficient action
against boat attacks. The torpedo outfit
consists of six launching tubes for Howell
automobile torpedoes.
A SMALL ARMY ABOARD.
When in commission she will carry AL
men, % officers. She will be fitted up as a
flagship, with Admiral's cabin, etc. Elec-
trio lights, improved drainage and ventilat-
ing apparatus and all the conveniences that
can be desired will be added. Secretary
Tracy has made the plans a special study
and thinks them complete. The authority
for her construction was given in an act OF
Congress September z, 1888.
When the Chicago was named the city
placed q magnificent library aboard and
fitted up the officers cabins in elegant style
The other cities have done the same and
Pittsburg, il is assured, will not be left be-
hind should the name be chosen.
Pittsburg has only been honored once by
having Government boat named after her
and that was when the Hercules was taken
South during the war aud did efficient work
at the siege OF Nashville. She was named
"Pittsburg" In fact "Pittsburg" was the
terror of the Mississippi at that time and
sunk q number of the largest boats that
cam. against her. She was not the only
boat that did good work during the war and
the citizens think that the regulations they
then gained show that the city is worthy to
be honored by a namesake among the pets
of she new navv,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
A CITY'S GODCH|LD.
Cruiser No. 6, Now Being Con-
structed, to be Named
THE CITY OF PITTSBURG.
1t Will be a Credit to Us and a Terror
to Our Country'S Foes.
COUNCILS TO ACT ON 1T MONDAY
THE CITY OF PITTSBURG.
COUNCILS TO ACT ON 1T MONDAY

Ever siace the act of Congress was ap-
proveI authorizing the construction of new
cruisers and other war vessels for tbe navy,
there has been movement on foot among
the prominent men of the city to have one
of them named the City of Pittsberg.
Under the ruling of the Navy Department
the vessels Of the first class are to be named
after States of the Union, and those of the
second class after cities. Chicago, Boston,
Baltimore and Atlanta have been thus hon.
ored, and it now remains for the name of
Pittsburg to float from the streamer of one of
the ships of the navy now being built. That
such will be the case those having the mat
ter in hand feel very confident.
OF nine of the vessels authorized by Con-
gress, eight have been contracted Tor and
are now building; the ninth, the largest of
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
GLASSHOUSES MAY NOT CLOSE.

Manufacturers Will Meet To-Day to Con-
slider tho Matter-It All Depends on the
Tradc-A Talk With Ex-PresidenI
Catliu.
A meeting of the window glass manufact-
urers of Pittsburg and the West will be held
to-day at the Hotel Anderson. The purpose
of the meeting is to hear the report of the
committee appointed at the recent Chicago
meeting on the proposition to close the glass
house June Is. The committee had been
instructed to secure from the manufacturers
an expression as to the condition of the trade
and whether or not it is in such shape as to
Justify keeping the houses in operation un-
til July as previously.
1t was said after the meeting in Chicago
that the majority of manufacturers were
anxious to close down earlier, and. in fact,
for want of orders. 1t was agreed that if 70
per cent of the men in all parts Of the coun-
try would sign an agreement to close the
shutdown would come June 10.
The workmen regarded the matter as q
bluff, and said this report was simply being
sent out to keep them from making demands
tor more wages this summer. 1t was argned
further that the manufacturers had con-
tracted with their men to give them ten
months work in the year and that they
could not close down before July l and live
up to their agreement.
Charles Loefler, who was secretary of the
Chicago meeting, said yesterday that there
was no such agreement made between the
manufacturers and their men.
''To-morrow's meeting will decide whether
to close or moi" said he. "There is no bluff
about it. If 75 per cent of the men desire
to close, we will close. 1 cannot tell any
thing about the condition Of trade. 1t has
been dull, and think there is feeling in
favor OF an early closing"
Thomas d. Catlin, the former President
of the Window Glass Manufacturers Asso-
citation, arrived yesterday to attend the
meeting at the Anderson to-day. Mr.. Cat
lin said every maker was now padding his
own canoe, and he rather thought it was q
good plan. By getting at each others rates
kind of uniform price is be maintained.
He declared the question of prices might be
DISCUSSED, but no change would be made.
for It wouldn't have any binding effect. He
says the demand is good and fair.
Mr.. Catlin hadn't much to say about
closing down for the summer. He rather
intimated that the time would be nearer
July / than June 1. The manufacturers,
he said, usually commenced to quit work
about June 1. 1t doesn't pay to produce
glass in the summer, and by July gener-
ally all the factories are closed. No at
tempt will be made, he thought, to reor-
ganize the old association.
A number of buyers from Eastern and
Western cities are on hand to attend the
meeting.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
INDICATIONS ARE BRIGHT.

Preparations for the Scofch-Irish Congress
Beins Pushed RnpidIy-President Har-
rison, Governors Campbell and Beaver
md Secretary Blaine Coming.
The indications point to great gathering
ofthat portion of the people known as the
Scotch-Irish in this city next week. The
Citizens Committee is beginning to get
down to work, and extensive preparations
are being made for the occasion. 1t is esti-
mated that thousands of visitors will be in
the city, including the prominent guests
from abroad, and the congress is expected
to be of great benefit to the manufacturing,
commercial and social interests Of the city.
The General Citizens Committee held
an enthusiastic meeting in Common Coun-
Gil chamber yesterday afternoon with Mr..
s. Hamilton in the chair. Reports from those
who have been collecting finances showed
tnat about 50, 800 has been raised, but at
least that much more is needed, and, as the
time is growing short, the committee real
lied the necessity of getting down to work
and impressing upon the business people
the importance Of bringing the congress
here and entertaining it IN q creditable
manner. Accordingly. committees were ap-
pointed to call upon the banks, hotels, iron
anu glass duu Tile VARIOUS
other lines Of business for the purpose of
collecting funds. Rev. David McAllister,
Rev. Nevin Woodside and Rev. E. r.
Donehoo were appointed to look after the
members OF the various congregations.
Colonel James Andrews and William
McCreery lett for the East last night to per-
sonally visit President Harrison, Secretary
Blaine, Secretary Window and Senators
Stanford, Quay and Cameron, who have
been invited and are expected to be present.
In fact, it is understood that the President has
already cancelled an engagement in order to
be present. He will be in Cleveland on Deco
ration Day, and come from there here the
following day.
Mayor Gourley sent letters yesterday to
President Harrison and Secretary Blaine
extending an invitation to them on behalf
of the city to attend the congress. In the
letters he says: Governor Campbell and
staff will also be here and will come from
Cleveland during the afternoon Of
Decoration Day. Should you accept our
invitation . special train will be run from
Cleveland on the same afternoon, or at such
time as you suggest, Tor the accommodation
of yourself and party. If you should come
that afternoon you could spend the evening
and the next day as the guest of our city and
visit the congress"
The Citizens Committee will meet again
on Saturday at P. M, and it is the desire
that those having books will make an effort
to collect as much money as possible by that
time
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
CITIZENS PROTEST

Most vigorously Against Assessments for
srraiGhtening Webster Avenue.
A meeting of citizens of the Eighth.
Eleventh and Thirteenth wards was held
last night to protest against the assessments
for the Strengthening OF Webster avenue.
T. G. Lazear presided, and Attorney Henry
Meyer acted as secretary, and about 100
property holders were present
A number Of speeches we're made and o
resolution was finally adopted requesting
the Councilmen OF the wards named to op-
pose the confirmation by Councils Of the re-
port of the Board Of Viewers, on the ground
that II Is unjust and oppressive. Another
meeting Of the citizens will be held Friday
evening In the somers street sohoolhouss.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
CHAIRMAN ANDREWS IN TOWN.

The Head Hustler Reports Pence In Nc
Kenu County and Admires Crops.
Chairman William H. Andrews, OF the
State Republican Committee, dropped into
town yesterday to have a conference with the
local political leaders whom he met sep
arately and together.
Among those whom he conversed with
were Hon. Walter Lyon, Collector s. D.
Warmcastle, DR.. George GLADDEN., w. M.
Gibbs and others. Mr.. Andrews said that
the Mexican county men were all feeling
well after the fray, and that the State Com
mittee expected the best convention held for
years in the matter OF party enthusiasm.
When asked for detailed views on the
burning questions of the State political
situation the wary chairman was seized with
a spasn Of admiration for the crops. He
left for Philadelphia on the afternoon train.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
SEVERED THE JUGULAR.
MIR. Swindell Attempts Suicide Under the
Influence of Melancholia-His Death is
but a Matter of a Few Hours.

Mr.. swi.deII Attempts Suicide Under the
Influence of MeIancholia-His Death Is
but n Matter of n Few Hours.
Yesterday morning Mr.. Henry Swindell,
a wealthy and welI-known Allegbenian,
attempted to commit suicide by cutting his
throat with a razor.
Mr.. Swindell has been under the influence
Of melancholia ior some weeks, and it has
been found necessary to keep him under the
closest surveillance. About 9 A. NJ. yester-
day Mr.. SwIndell's daughter left his room
for few moments, and on her return found
the door locked. She caused the door to be
burst open, and on entering the room found
her unfortunate father lying in an easy chair
with his throat cut almost from ear to
ear. DR.. Hazard, of Montgomery avenue,
was summoned in hot haste. The physician
saw that nothing but a miracle could save
Mr.. Swindell's life, but he did all in his
power to prolong vitality. A silver tube
was inserted into the windpipe and the hide
Gus wound sewn up. An hour after this
operation Mr.. Swindell was breathing with
comparative ease, and had recovered his
consciousness. He tried to speak but was
forbidden to do SO BY DR.. Hazard. Up to
midnight he was still alive but the physi-
clan thinks the case hopeless one. Yet the
patient may survive for a day or two.
Mr.. Swindell's wife and mother died on
Monday, and only little while ago he lost
grown-up son. These Affections, no doubt
brought on his melancholia. He is the
head of the Swindell Construction Com
pany, which has its offices in the Lewis
block and is we'll known all over the United
States. Messrs. james and William Swim
dell, Of Allegheny. are brothers OF the un-
fortunate gentleman. The latter represents
the Third ward OF Allegheny in Common
Council. Mr.. Swindell's son, Henry Swim
dell, Jr., manages the Swindell wallpaper
store, on Federal street. and the family has
long been foremost one in Allegheny.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
TRAVELLING FOR BEER.
How Citizens of Non-License Town VIII
Got Their spirituous Refreshment.

How Citizens of n Nom License Town VIII
Got Their spirituous Refreshmenr.
"Ten years from now you will see electric
railway cars running from Pittsburg to all
the adjoining suburbs within radius of 25
miles," said Tarentum man last evening"
"Our townspeople are greatly interested in
the proposed traction passengerrailwayt that
will run through here from Creighton to
Latroma. distance of four miles.
"Since the Legislature granted the COM
pany charter, outsiders are beginning to
wake up to the possibilities of building
street railways in this vicinity, and they are
finding out that it is paying investment.
"In this town we have no liquor licenses,
and a large number of our citizens will
jump on the cars when the traction road is
built and go to Latroms, where there are
saloons. Work will begin on the new rail-
way this summer, and be completed about
next fall"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
A GREAT PURCHASE.

Three Well-Known CIoIhing Firms Unload
Their Combined Stocks for Cnsh-The
p. c. C. C. the Purchasers.
Several days ago our buyers got wind of a
big clothing deal which was to take place.
It was no more nor less than the immediate
sale for cash of $500, 900 worth OF fine cloth
ing. Of course they took advantage OF it
and bought most Of the mems fine suits
offered, at about 33L cents on the dollar.
The goods are now marked and placed for
sale at our big store, and we are offering the
most unheard of bargains. Mems fine suits,
which cost $25 to make, will be sold for
So 80; Prince Albert coats and vests, worth
$35, at S12; boys suits, sizes IA to 10, worth
$40, marked to sell for S.; mems fine
diagonal cutaway suits at $40, and many
more bargains we have not the space to
mention. Call and see them.
P. G. g. c.,
Cor. Grant and Diamond sts., opposite the
Court House.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
.u.r,c,n Gui,urs and n1andolIns.

II. Kleber s. Bro, No. SOC Wood street,
have received q new lot of the elegant
Lakeside antique oak, the Arion mahog-
any and the Conservatory rosewood
puitars. These beautiful instruments are
sold at 81 so, SO 80 and SIS respectively.
Also concert size rosewood guitars at the
low price of S1S They are certainly the
hest guitars eyer offered for the money.
Mandolins at s5, sS, $40. SIS; the cele-
brated Washburn mandolins from %
inward. warranted not to split and warp.
Cali and examine these artistic instru-
ments Tbs
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
A GOVERNOR AND HIS BRIDE.
The Ruler of Montana Pays PIttsburg
Visit on His Wedding Tour.

Nlbk On KIN "cuuiuk AuuFs
Governor J. X. Toole, of Montana, with
his bride registered at the Anderson last
evening. The Governor was married last
week to Washington lady and is on his
way home to the new Western State. He
had never been in Pittsburg and stopped
over to see the city.
The Governor is pleasing gentleman,
and, like all politicians, easily approached.
He wore plug hat, sack coat and a nom
chalant air that invited a chat.
Politics have quieted down in my State, Z"
he began, "slnce the election. We are all
interested in the passage of the silver bill,
and think some measure will be adopted,
even if it may not be satisfactory to every
body. Considerable lead is found in the
silver in Montana, and, with tariff on tin
plate, that business will boom, and it will
help the lead trade, which is one of our in
dustries."
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22

JUDGE LAWRENCE, Of the Supreme
Court of New York, has just decided that
DR.. S. G. B. Siegert & Sons have the ex-
elusive right to the trademark and name of
Angostura Bitters, and granted them an IN
junction against c. W. AbDott % 20, OF
baltimore. restraining them from using
that name or putting up goods in imitation
of the Angostura Bitters.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
TIMERS STRIKE UNSETTLED.
Both Sides Arc Firm and Have Mndo No
Concessions.


The timers strike still remains unsettled
and from the present outlook will remain so
for some time, unless either side makes con-
cessions. At the conference held between the
master timers and journeymen no conclu-
sion was arrived at. The delegates from the
journeymen had no demands to make, they
only went to see what the committee from
the association had to offer them, and as the
committee had received no instructions from
their respective assemblies the conference
ended without doing anything in the way
of u settlement OF the differences.
President Rasner, one Of the committee,
made suggestion that the journeymen ac-
cept the minimum demand, which was 50 so
per day, provided that this would receive
the sanction of the respective associations of
master timers. The committee reported back
that the associations would not concede any
thing, and they are still at it hammer and
claws,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22

but one OF them stated that they had met 10
agree on the form of contract to hold pur-
chasers to their bargains. Many buyers
place orders and should prices change in
the meantime they countermand them. The
manufacturers are anxious to stop the prac-
tice. No conclusion was reached az the
meeting yesterday.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
A FT. WAYNE DIRECTOR.
Mr.. Williams Fnvors n Scheme to Double
Track tho Rond.

E. P. Williams, one of the directors of
the Ft. Wayne Railroad Company, was at
the Anderson last evening. Mr.. Williams
will accompany the directors to-day In their
inspecting tour over the line. Mr.. williams
said he hadn't heard that the road was to be
double tracked, but he favored such an i'm
provement, and he hoped the Pennsylvania
Company would do it. No betterment stock
was voted at this meeting, that is always
done by the directors, but Mr.. Williams
stated that he was not opposed to improve
ments.
Senator Sherman and Mr.. Cass ALWAYS
voted against issuing betterment stock.
About 81, 100000 are spent yearly in i'm
proving the road.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
DOCTOR VERSUS CORONER.

Ose Refuses 10 Give u Certificate Of Dsaih
and tho Other Does.
Charles D. Thomas, telegraph operator
living at 9S Ridge avenue, Allegheny, died
suddenly yesterday morning. DR.. j. w.
Kerr was summoned, and said he had died
from an overdose of chloral and bromide,
and refused to give a certificate. The Cor
oner gave one and pronounced it heart
trouble.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
THE GRAND !. 0. 0. F. MEET,

Lodge Equality in Representation Mt tho
Grand Lodge Defeated After Long Dis
phing the Past Grands
--Exemplifying the Unwritten Work.
After roll call, which consum ed three
hours, the morning session of the Grand
Lodge of the /. o. o. f. was occupied bv
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
NEW HOME FOR ORPHANS.
Lust Meeting this Ycnr of the Dnu ghters
of Rebeknh.

Lust meeting this Ycnr Of the Dan cutters
of Rebeknh.
Delegates from 46 lodges in various parts
of the State met at the annual conven-
tion of the Daughters of Rebekah, held yes
terday at No. 81 Fourth avenue. Mrs.
Abbie Lynch, the newly elected President,
presided. The lodge constitution was
adopted, and the representation to the con-
vention fixed at one delegate from each
lodge, with an additional delegate for each
so members over the first 100 The consti-
tuition must be approved by the Odd Fellows
before it can go into effect.
1t was decided that all the lodges in the
western part of the State unite to make a
success of the new Home for Orphans of Odd
Fellows, for which a charter has been
secured. The site has not been selected, but
it will be located within five miles of Pitts
burg or Allegheny.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22

BARGAINS this week in foreign dress
goods; several lots, our own importation,
greatly reduced in price to close.
TTssu HUGUs & HACKE.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
Kid GInxe.i Kid Gloves!

Largest stock OF reliable goods at Toe. S9c,
81, 81 % and 81 30. Our dollar gloves are
the best for the money anywhere. RosEN-
BAUM & Co. THIS
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
A SECRET MEETING.

Cut Nall Men Are Anxious TO Hold Buyers TO
Their Contracts.
The cut nail manufacturers held a secret
meeting at the Schlosser yesterday. About
% members were present. All were very
reticent about the, object of the gathering,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
FOR MEN.
FOR WOMEN.
FOR CHILDREN.

We have Just placed on sale q very large and
choice assortment of Gents Outing Shirts
made up from French Flannes, Madras and
Zephyrs. These are all in choice new patterns,
81 80 and up See our window display.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
MEMS DRESS SHIRTS.

Our Unlaundried Shirts at 81 each, or three
for 81 IS Is probably the best value offered.
These are made expressly for us out of the very
best material. with handmade button holes, re-
inforced back and front. They are pronounced
by all buyers as the perfection Of shape and hn-
ish.
Our laundried shirts embrace all the new
ideas, among which we call attention to our
plated fronts and satin stripe P. ks at 81.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22

KRAUsE's HEADACHE CAPSULES ar,
more pleasant and convenient to take thar
powders, waters, elixirs, etc. rhsu
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
GENTS NIGHT SHIRTS.

Extra value at 75c. Plated front Muslin
Night Shirts at S5c. Night Shirts with white
and coored embroidery. cut very full and long.
and In every respect first class as to material
and workmanship, 81.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
UNDERWEAR.

Ladies' Black Silk Underwear. Black Lisle
nd Cotton Underwear at 50c and 75c.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
HOSIERY

For ladies and children, fast black with fancy
tops at 25c and 30c. Fast black Lisle Hosiery,
4oc and Soc. Silk Hosiery, in black and oolors.
Toe TO 81 10
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
Elevator Accidents

Avoided by using the Marshall self-closing
hatchway gate. inexpensive, successful
and durable. MARSHALL BROS,
60 Diamond street. Pit.sburg, Pa.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
NO SETTLEMENT IN SIGHT.

Both Sides In the Plumbers Struggle Still
Remain Firm.
The determined position taken by the
master plumbers would seem to indicate
that the nen were going to lose the strike
The latter are very firm, however, and are
keeping close watch on their men to see
that none go to work, without authority
from the union.
There were no new developments yester-
day and no settlement is in sight.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
Real silk Bargains Here.

See the genuine printed China silks we
are selling at 40 cents yard, the best value
offered anywhere.
JOS. HORNE q Co.'S
Penn Avenue Stores.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22
II Baby Cries

Don't run for the doctor, but get II one OF
Ty S'i s sssaals TsS = oh1aR %sahn g
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22

Stockinet Jackets, low, medium and fine
grades. Corkscrew, Dlagonals and fancy weaves
in all newest shapes for ladies and misses. Take
elevator for Cloak Room.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22

Mems fancy stripe Balbriggan Underwear at
75c. English Balbrlggan Underwear at 5Oc
Gauze Underwear at 25c. Soc, 75c. Medium
weight Wool Underwear at 5Oc, 75c, 81, 81 so.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-05-22

Boys Star Flannel Waists at 81 to 81 are the
perfection of fit and comfort. Also chintz and
percale waists in new ideas and designs.