Beginning through 1919
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September 2, 1911 --- CHARGED WITH TAKING MONEY --- Glassport Man Suddenly Disappears and $485 Is Also Gone -- BELIEVED TO BE ON WAY TO OLD COUNTRY -- John Sieroski, a Glassport foreigner, is being sought by the police of this city as well as authorities in several other places, on a charge of stealing $485 from a sister-in-law who resides in that borough.. It is stated that the alleged theft was committed on Thursday evening, the money being taken from the woman's bedroom. Sieroski is believed to have departed for the old country, as he cannot be found in this vicinity.. The supposed robbery was reported to the local police department yesterday morning. A description of the man was furnished, but he could not be located.. Sergt. Harry C. Cooper was informed that the foreigner had stated his intentions of going to New York and the officer hurried to the B&O station. He found that the express left about 10 minutes beforehand, but from the ticket agent received information that a man answering the description of the foreigner had purchased a ticket for New York.. The officer then communicated with the authorities at Connelsville. The train was searched when it arrived there, but the wanted man was not found. His description has been sent to many other places, but he hasn't been apprehended. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
1769 - Robert Thompson had the property between Sixth and Ninth Streets in Glassport, extending back to the Liberty line. This wedge shaped 103 acres was later passed on to William McClure. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1784 - Peter Barackman was granted 374 acres of land. This vast tract included the tops of both Glassport and Port Vue hill. He transferred rights to his entire holdings to William and George Sill for 32 pounds. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1784 - Richard McClure secured 332 acres. His land extended from the Mansfield Bridge to Fifth Street in Glassport and from the river to the brow of the hill. This claim was called th "Strech". McClure was born in Paxtang Township in Lancaster county and served in Captain Sherer's Company in the Revolutionary War. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1786 - George Fockler claimed 180 acres called "Greenfield" which extended from Ninth Street in Glassport, south to the Lincoln Bourough line. Fockler sold this land to David Pollock in 1792 for 250 pounds. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1788 - Isaac Reed was granted 87 acres. This property was called "Mount Pleasant" and extended from the old Glassport dump back to Washington Boulevard. This tract was purchased by David Pollock in 1795. Pollock built a stone house which stood until 1904 on the sight of the present Westinghouse Apparatus plant. He met an unusual death on January 3, 1802, when he was killed by a falling tree branch while working on his farm. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1790 - Casper Hersman and Isaac Robb were small farmers near Broadway and Wall Street. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1807 - Robert Dalrymple was a small farmer at Reed street in Otto. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1807 - William McClure, heir of Richard McClure sold 100 acres of the "Strech" to Thomas Dunseath. This tract ran from Dunshee's hollow to Reed street in Glassport. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1810 - William McClure, heir of Richard McClure sold the remainder of the "Strech" (232 acres) to Hezekiah Douthitt, a farmer, distiller and Revolutionary War veteran. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1813 - George Sill conveyed his half of the land that he and his brother William owned to Caleb Edmundson and his brothers. This acreage (188 acres) extended from Glassport hill to upper Glen Avenue in Port Vue. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1848 - Andrew and Henry Ourie were small farmers on Summit Street in Glassport. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1850 - John and William Edmundson are deeded the property owned by Caleb Edmundson. This acreage (188 acres) extended from Glassport hill to upper Glen Avenue in Port Vue. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1850 - Hezekiah Gamble operated the ferry boat landing at the foot of Harrison street. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1863 - John Edmundson died. He left his farm to his sons John W. and Alexander C.; and the Kier house to his daughter Sarah. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
April 30, 1857 - George Wilson and his widowed sister Elizabeth McMasters maintained a farm near Harrison and Erie streets. They were murdered by her niece, Charlotte Jones and her common law husband Henry Fife. George and Elizabeth were buried in the Edmundson cemetery. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
May 1, 1857 - Henry Fife and Charlotte Jones, murderers of George Wilson and Elizabeth McMasters, were captured and put into the McKeesport jail. Of the $600, that they stole from Wilson and McMasters only $300 was recovered. According to an old account, the remaining $300, which was in gold, was buried by Fife on the banks of the Yough river, but was never recovered. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
February, 1858 - Henry Fife and Charlotte Jones were hanged for the murders of George Wilson and Elizabeth McMasters of Glassport. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
November 11, 1865 - The Pleasant Valley School property was deeded to the Elizabeth Township school directors. The building was said to have been built in 1857. It stood on the west side of the old township road running through what is now Glassport. Using present locations, it was in the middle of Erie street about 150 feet north of Fifth street. In later years, this school was used as Glassport's first Borough building. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1883 - The Lawton School was erected along Glassport-Elizabeth Road, at the Lincoln Township line, near the Coursin Cemetery in Coursin Hollow. It was still in exsistence in 1900, but its subsequent fate is unknown. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1884 - An Edmundson quary was in operation burning limestone on Glassport hill near Naomi Avenue. A "paper" street located between Washington Boulevard and Maomi Avenue is called Limekiln Avenue. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
September 15, 1884 - Fortunata Corazolle suffered a broken leg and Honorees Solmont a dislocated hip, in a cave in at Robbins mine. At this time, 150 miners and 12 drivers were producing 10,000 bushels of coal per day. The workings extended 5,000 feet into the hill above the Clairton Bridge in Glassport. The Robbins & Jenkins mine was opened before 1850 by George Bradshaw. In contrast to other local mines of the time, this one used a steam engine and horses to haul loaded cars from the working face. Coal was sent down a gravity plane to the tipple at the river bank. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
1887 - The McKeesport & Bell Vernon Railroad, later a subdivision of the P. & L. E., was constructed to reach the mines of the mid Mon-valley. The railroad was responsible in part for the industrial development of the Glassport section of Port Vue. The stations, as elsewhere, were named after local property owners.
August 5, 1893 - THE NEW GLASS TOWN --- There is considerable activity now at South McKeesport, the proposed new town, where will be located the the extensive works of the United States Glass Co... The main street through it has been laid out, and occupies practically the site of the present public road. It will be sixty feet wide, and will be paved with fire brick its entire length. The work will begin soon... From the way everything is being done, it is evidently expected to build up a large as well as model town. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA August/September, 1993. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
November 10, 1893 --- GLASSPORT WILL BOOM --- The first glass factory at Glassport, above Reynoldton, is completed, and the plans are ready for several more. With a railroad bridge accross the river, and shipping facilities on two railroads, besides water transportation, Glassport will boom. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November, 1993. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
October 24, 1895 --- OTHER NOTES --- The first car on the Port Vue branch of the Second Avenue Traction company's line reached Glassport yesterday. It is intended to make regular trips to Glassport from now on. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November, 1993. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
August 3, 1896 --- DAIRY WAGON WRECKED --- L. H. Edmundson, the Port Vue dairyman, had his wagon wrecked by a Glassport car of the Second Avenue company at Dunshee's Hollow... The wagon was demolished and the milk was all spilled. Mr. Edmundson was thrown and pretty badly used up.... The horse escaped injury. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA August/September, 1996. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
October 6, 1896 --- REYNOLDTON --- The Snodgrass pumping boat at Rock Run was partially destroyed by fire Saturday evening... The Glassport Glass factory has resumed in part. It is intended to fill orders on hand and is expected that work will be continuous for an indefinite time. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November, 1996. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
April 14, 1897 - GAS FROM GLASSPORT --- A force of men are at work laying a pipe line from Glassport to McKeesport... The line will be used to carry gas from the United Chemical Works in McKeesport. The gas will be sold to the illuminating gas company, which will furnish it to its customers. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA April-May, 1997. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
April 24, 1897 - FIRST OF THE SEASON --- P. J. Connelly fell in a fit in the office of Hotel White, "Billy" Evans almost totally collapsed and the little German band played on... All this excitement was caused by a gentleman from Glassport by the name of Wyane Mygatt. He came to town wearing a straw hat, the first of the season... After last week's snow storm, a straw hat was sure to create a commotion and it certainly did... Mygatt was voted the Ward McAllister of the season. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA April-May, 1997. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
September 15, 1898 --- GLASSPORT TIMES --- The United Traction Company is putting a new road bed and ties and laying a 7-pound rail... The street a short distance above W. S. Fenton's will be made considerably narrower when the McKeesport & Bellevernon Railroad Company lays another track. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA August-September 1998. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
November 14, 1898 --- PORTVUE NEWS--- The new Pittsburg and Lake Erie Yards at Glassport are practically completed. The extension, which has been under way for very nearly a year past, adds nine miles of track to the storage facilities already there... The yards are now nine tracks deep and are approximately a mile in length, giving space for almost 2000 cars. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November1998. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
November 17, 1898 --- GLASSPORT--- The dedication of the Glassport M. E. Church will take place on Thanksgiving afternoon... The Rev. J. Uber, pastor of the West End Church, will be in charge of the services... Among the visiting ministers will be Presiding Elder J. A. Ballantyne of the McKeesport district; Rev. T. N. Eaton of McKeesport, and Rev. Smith of Pittsburgh and others. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November1998. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
November 14, 1899 --- TROLLEY EXTENSION --- The United Traction Company is going to build a trolley line from Glassport to Elizabeth on the south shore of the Monongahela River... A route has been surveyed from Glassport to Elizabeth, but it is not likely anything will be done in making this extension this winter. It is assured, however, that the Elizabeth extension will be made next spring. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November1999. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
February 7, 1900 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- A. Meyer, formerly of Turtle Creek, but now of this borough, is building a thirty-room hotel on Allegheny avenue, near the station, which will be finished by April 1st.
February 8, 1900 --- Work has been started on George Lyle's new house on Ohio Avenue. by contractor Newell. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 8, 1900 --- The United States Glass Company has started the foundations for fifteen new houses in the borough. Eleven of them will be brick and the other four will be frame. As soon as these are completed, the same company will at once start to erect thrirty-five more. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 14, 1900 --- Ground has been broken for the hotel to be erected on Allegheny Ave. and the stone work will be started tomorrow. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 14, 1900 --- Last Monday the glass works started up to full. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 28, 1900 --- A Slav whose name is not known was badly injured at the coke works. Dr. Ehrhart of Glassport attended him. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 3, 1900 --- BIG TOOL WORKS FOR GLASSPORT --- The American Ax and Tool Company closed the purchase of 38 acres of river frontage at Glassport...and will erect a $500,000 plant, the largest of its kind ever built ...The works will be in operation before the end of this year and that means employment for 1,000 skilled men. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA April/May 2000. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
January 26, 1901 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- Mrs. Chris Wernke of Monongahela Avenue gave a ladies' progressive euchre party ... Among those present from Glassport were Mrs. J. B. Russell, Mrs. William C. Fink and Mrs. McQuaide. Mrs. Robert Sheplev was the winner of the first prize; Mrs. Robert Slater winner of second prize and the consolation prizes went to Mrs. R. E. Stone and Mrs. F. Galvin. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA December/January 2000/2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
January 31, 1901 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- The new policeman, Joseph Norris, went on duty last night and the citizens in the borough feel much more at ease already... Mr. Norris is on duty from 8 in the evening until 6 in the morning a a portion of the time during the day. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA December/January 2000/2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
February 24, 1901--- GLASSPORT NEWS--- Born to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Casse of Vermont Avenue a girl. Mother and child are doing well... Henry is all smiles and proudly boasts of his daughter as he treats his friends to the cigars. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA February/March 2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
March 9, 1901--- GLASSPORT NEWS --- The Q. V. Club had its first meeting at the home of Miss Rozilia Hart of Ohio Avenue.. The following officers were elected: President, Will Greinert; secretary, Rozilia Hart; treasurer, Amelia Greinert.. The club will be entertained next Tuesday at the home of Miss Bessie Norris. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA February/March 2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
JUNE 14, 1901 - GLASSPORT NEWS The American Ax and Tool Company has awarded to the Fort Pitt Bridge Company of Pittsburg the contract to furnish the structural steel for several buildings the company will add to its plant at this place ...The improvements include the enlargement of the power house, a new machine shop, three forge shops, five grinding rooms and four warerooms. The buildings are to cost $200,000 and the machinery something like a similar amount. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA June/July 2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
JUNE 22, 1901 - GLASSPORT NEWS Mr. Carl Kass, captain of the fire company, and Miss Lena Stubler, a wellknown and popular young lady of this place, were married yesterday by Rev. Walker of the United Presbyterian Church, Tenth Ward, McKeesport, at his residence at Otto Station ...After the practice run the fire company gave Capt. Carl a ride on the reel along Monongahela Avenue then they proceeded to Myers' billiard room where the captain set up the cigars and soft drinks. Capt. Carl was warmly congratulated by the boys. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA June/July 2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
JULY 6, 1901 - GLASSPORT NEWS George Pitchford, son of Thomas Pitchford of this place, arrived in Homestead from the Philippine Islands, where he had for the past couple of years soldiering for Uncle Sam ...George will come to Glassport to locate and will probably embark in the barber business. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA June/July 2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
July 20, 1901 --- GLASSPORT ROBBERY --- Residence of Frank Hilty Broken Into. Chloroform Probably Used. --- Contractor Frank Hilty, of Glassport, was in McKeesport today after trace of robbers who burglarized his residence at an early hour this morning.. The Hilty residence is located at the corner of Ohio Avenue and Fourth street. At that place, Mr. Hilty was up with a sick child until 1 AM. Sometime between that hour and 5 o'clock the robbery was committed. The robbers took a step ladder from the premises of Samuel Childs, the next door neighbor, and climbed to a rear window and with the use of a heavy shovel succeeded in prying up the sash. A patent sash lock was twisted out of place and entrance was gained through the window. It is thought Mr. Hilty and his family were chloroformed.. The robbers thoroughly ransacked the house. In Mr. Hilty's sleeping room they went through his clothing and secured between $15 and $20 in cash. Mr. Hilty's gold watch was lying on the dressing case and it was also taken. His loss is about $70.. The robbery was not discovered until the family arose this morning. Policeman Joseph Norris asked the house at 12:15 AM and everything about the place was then all right. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 20, 1901 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- One of the largest crowds that ever attended council meeting was present last night to see one of the shortest sessions on record.. Mr. John Stevenson, dancing professor, of this place, gave a select dance last evening at his home on Seventh street. A large crowd was in attendance, quite a number being from McKeesport and other points.. Several well-known McKeesport gentlemen were here last night attending the borough council meeting.. Street Commissioner Brooks is making a good job at the corner of the Fifth street and Monongahela avenue putting in culverts. It will require a couple of days to finish this work, but it is expected it will keep Monongahela avenue from being flooded here after during rain storms.. This town is too large to be properly controlled by one policeman. Two would scarcely be sufficient.. Services in Trinity United Evangelical Church, corner Vermont avenue and Seventh street, will be held tomorrow as follows: Sunday school at 10 AM; reaching at 11 AM and 8 PM; K. L. C. E. at 7 PM.. Services will be held at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning at St. Cecilia's R. C. church, at this place. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 22, 1901 --- DISORDERLY CROWD DARES OFFICER AND ASSISTANT --- Arrest Will Be Made This Week -- Baseball Team Takes Another Scalp -- Red Row, on the hill above the coke works, was the scene of another disgracefull fight Saturday night about 11 o'clock. About 35 foreigners, natives of Austria-Hungary , who had been drinking all evening, got into a big fight. Several shots had been fired, but nobody is known to have been hurt. Officer Norris and several assistants went there to quiet the affair and make arrests, but they were threatened and warned that someone would be hurt in arrests were attempted. The officer decided to send to McKeesport for assistance and DetectiveBirnkrant, Constable Moore and two other assistants responded. After Constable Moore, who has had considerable experience dealing with this class of people, talked the matter over, it was decided best to not attempt making any arrests last night, but all who had any hand in the affair will be arrested this week. Officer Norris certainly showed he had sand when he went right into among the crowd and upset their beer glasses all over the floor. Glassport has one good policeman, but needs another to assist him.. Saturday afternoon, before a large crowd, the home club defeated the Greenfield A. C., of Pittsburg, in a one-sided game. The visitors came here with a loaded team, but had to take to the woods after the second inning, when the locals began to land on the ball. Savey pitched a nice game, striking out 10 and only allowing the visitors five hits. Gearing did some good batting for the home team, cracking out a single, double and triple... Struck out -- By Savey, 10; by Fisher, 7 Bases on balls -- Off Savey, 2. Passed balls -- Lavell, 2. Batteries -- Savey and Hughes, for Glassport; Fisher and Lavell, for Greenfield. Umpire -- Mortz.. The manager of the ball club said after Saturday's game that give the people attending the games are not a little more liberal they may not see many more games played on the home grounds. The club officials have been going in the hole for almost every game played at home, although large crowds have been attending. Saturday there was a crowd of about 200, but not nearly enough money was collected to pay expenses. Only about one-third of the people pay. Glassport expects to have enclosed grounds next year and one of the best teams in the valley.. Mrs. Cash Ridenour, of Ohio avenue, will spend two weeks with relatives at Connelsville.. The ordinance committee of council will meet this evening.. All members of the Citizens' fire company are requested to attend the meeting this evening in council chamber. Much important business is to be transacted Miss Mollie Barr, a well-known young lady of Ninth street, who has been very ill for some time, is able to be about again.. Mr. Charlie Kunzig, of Homestead, was visiting his brother Thomas Kunzig, of Monongahela avenue, yesterday. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 24, 1901 --- Rankin Man Finds His Missing Wife At This Place -- Social and Personal Mention -- Constable Samuel Spries, of Braddock, came here yesterday and with the assistance of Officer Norris arrested George Zafko and Mrs. Mary Dutch on a serious charge, Mr. Dutch having made the charge before Squire Zaguay, of Rankin, where all the parties lived until about two weeks ago. Mr. Dutch says his wife left him on July 4th and that she took almost all the household goods with her, leaving him only an old cot on which to repose. He says he has been looking for her ever since and only located the missing woman at Glassport last Sunday. Zafko tried to escape through a second story window, but Officer Norris was too foxy for him.. The fire company conducted a lively meeting Monday evening. George Pastre and family, the barber of Allegheny Avenue, was taken by surprise last night when a lot of his McKeesport friends made up a trolley party to this place, captured the Pastre home and enjoyed the evening in dancing and parlor games. Good music was in attendance. Among those present were Miss Kate Faas, of Pittsburg; Mr. and Mrs. William Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Lautner, Mr. and Mrs. Newton Hoffert, Mrs. Mary Pastre, Misses Emma Backman,Della Lautner, Agnes Lautner, Lizzie Lautner, Jennie Brown and Bertha Miller, Messrs. J. P. Pastre, Harry Winters, Oscar Bott and Joseph Young, all of McKeesport; Edward Lautner, Jr., John Culp, William Hatfield and Fred Henry, of Glassport.. Mrs. Florence Myers, of Monongahela Avenue, left yesterday to spend a week with relatives at Greenock, Pa.. The ball club will go to Leechburg Saturday to play the strong team of that place. When the locals were at Vandergrift on the Fourth of July, the Leechburg players saw them and action and insisted on the boys going to Leechburg later in the season. This has been the first opportunity for the home boys to get away. It is expected they will keep up their fine work, although a couple of the regular players will be unable to accompany the team. But the club carries some good extra men, who will be able to get a good account of themselves.. The Q. V. plum last night at the home of Miss Rosalia Hart. All members were present and an enjoyable time was had by all.. If YOU are particular about your hair cut or have a tender face, try George Pastre's barber shop opposite the depot. No long waiting. Three barbers at your service. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 25, 1901 --- McKEESPORT NIGHT SOILERS CAPTURED HERE --- Owners of the Wagon Fined -- Disorderly Foreigners Arrested. Adjourned Meeting of Council -- Another evidence of the need of more police protection in Glassport, was demonstrated early this morning, when Officer Norris was awakened from his slumbers by Councilman Pforsich, who had been on his way home from work, to make a complaint against three colored man from McKeesport, whom he charges with having dumped night soil near his (Phorsich's) house at the foot of Ohio Avenue. The offenders probably knew the officer went off duty at midnight and acted accordingly. Councilman Knolle, who also lives near the scene, was awakened and he assisted in making the arrests. It was lucky the officers acted when they did, as the men had made their last trip and were preparing to return to McKeesport. When they saw the officers coming they started to run but were soon captured. They were given a hearing before Burgess McClure this morning. They gave their names as Joseph H. Lewis, owner of the wagon, John West and John Evans, helpers. The helpers were discharged and Lewis was fined $5 and costs and compelled to remove the soil that had been dumped.. Mr. Frank Hilty and wife, of Ohio Avenue, and Mrs. Mary Fisher and daughter, Florence, of Philadelphia, who had been visiting at the Hilty residence for the last few days, left yesterday to visit relatives at Greensburg.. Mrs. Eliza A. Phillips and daughter, Viola, of Ohio Avenue, left yesterday to spend a couple of weeks with relatives at Brownsville.. There is a movement on foot to have this borough divided into two wards and it is meeting with general favor. There is good news for ax and tool workers. It is reported that the American Ax and Tool company is preparing to build 100 houses for its employees and the rental of them is to be reasonable period.. There will be an adjourned meeting of council tonight in council chamber The United Traction company will present a new ordinance.. Mr. Dutch, of Rankin, who had his wife and another man arrested on a serious charge, came to Glassport yesterday and took away his children, furniture and cow. Mrs. Dutch and the man who was arrested will have a hearing in Rankin today.. Three of the Hungarians mixed up and the big fight on Klondike hill Saturday night were taken into custody yesterday by Constable Hoak, of the Yough side and Officer Norris. They were given a hearing before Squire Crouch in the afternoon. One of them, Joe Rushnak, pleaded guilty, and the other two George Charney and John Kopser, pleaded not guilty, but the evidence of four witnesses who were with Officer Norris Saturday night was all against them. After hearing both sides the squire decided to find them $5 and costs, which they paid. The officers have the names of five more of the offenders, whom they expect to capture before the end of the week. There were about 25 or 30 mixed up in the affair and all will be arrested if it is possible to get their names. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 16, 1901 --- DEATH OF AN ESTIMABLE YOUNG LADY --- Miss Belle Hayes, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Hayes, of Coursin station died last evening at 5 o'clock, after a lingering illness of consumption. She was in the 24th year of her age, and was widely known. Deceased had been a member of the Methodist Protestant church at Bellebridge for nine years. She will be greatly missed by those with whom she daily came in contact. She was a devoted daughter, charitable and loving. She bore her illness with great patience and never at any time lost sight of her Master who had promised her a home in the better land. A few moments previous to her death she sat up in bed and sang the first stanza of the old and beautiful hymn "Jesus Lover of My Soul". She is survived by her father and mother and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Minnie Davidson, of Camden, PA; Capt. John H. Hayes, Harvey, Charles, Margaret and James Hayes. Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock by the Rev. Rush, of the M. P. church of Bellebridge. Interment will be at the Bellebridge cemetery at a later date. Source: McKeesport Daily News
September 16, 1901 --- Contract for School Building Awarded --- The school board at a meeting held Saturday evening awarded the contract for the two-roomed addition to the Glassport school house to Lapsley Bros. The price is about $650. The addition, it is expected, will be ready for occupancy by Oct. 1. Miss Keitchner, of Pittsburg, was elected an additional teacher. This makes three more teachers than were employed last term and the board may have to elect still another before the present term is ended. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
SEPT. 17, 1901 - GLASSPORT AND PORTVUE - The Chinese laundrymen of Glassport captured the handsome handpainted vase chanced off by the St. Cecelia Church congregation... He held the lucky number and felt highly honored when he received the vase... He will see to it that the treasure is carefully kept and put in a most conspicuous place in his home. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA August/September 2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
September 28, 1901 --- Court Asked to Divide Borough Into Three Wards --- There are two good sized court fights on, brought about by citizens, a portion of whom are for borough division an another section who want the borough divided into wards, and from present indications a lively time is looked forward to. Both cannot win, and just how the court will set in the matter remains to be seen. Both sides are confident of winning out. Yesterday, a petition was presented to the commissioners at the court housewhich had something like 63 to 70 signers, praying that the borough of Portvue be divided into three wards. The court appointed Postmaster W. E. Harrison, D. P. McCune and Attorney R. H. Pattes, all of McKeesport, as a commission to look into the matter.When all of the necessary information shall have been gathered the report will be madeand the hearing preceded with. The Glassport people who are at the back of the borough division, and who decided it would be a good thing for both sides to have the borough divided, have their data ready which, they say, is sufficient to permit the court to make a satisfactory ruling... Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 30, 1901 --- ANOTHER CHAPTER OF THE SYLVESTER ALLECKSA CASE --- Wife of the Dead Man Locked Up Pending Coroner's Inquest Other News -- Officer Joseph Norris, of Glassport, arrested Mrs. Sylvester Allecksa Saturday morning about 8 o'clock at the boat house, on the Monongahela river, near Pollock station. She was taken to the lockup with a good deal of difficulty. She was later taken to the Volk undertaking establishment, where a deputy coroner had her removed to jail to Pittsburg, where she will be held as a witness at the inquest of her husband, which will come up tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock in Coroner McGeary's office. There is something mysterious in Allecksa's death. and while it is not thought that he was murdered, some interesting developments are anticipated.. Allecksa was a Slav and as will be remembered by readers of the News, died quite suddenly on last Friday morning.. Officer Norris stated to the News this morning that he had learned that the dead man's wife was at the boat when her husband died, but afterwards left and did not return until late that night. That he had got a clue and went there about 3 o'clock Saturday morning and placed her under arrest.. "While on the way to the lockup," said the officer, "she claimed she could go no further and told me she was sick. It was a play-off and I knew it. It was necessary for me to procure assistance, as the woman had almost to be carried the balance of the way.." Before he died, Allecksa had stated that he was insured by two companies. The remains of the dead man were prepared for burial by Undertake Volk. There are three children living, two boys and one girl. Their names are Joseph, aged 14, Steven, 12, and Annie, 5. Officer Norris took them to the home of Thomas Feathers, who will care for them until the county poor director is seen. Officer norris is today in Braddock making arrangements to that end. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 30, 1901 --- NEW MAIL SERVICE --- About six weeks ago Uncle Sam, through the efforts of Postmistress Mrs. J. B. Russell, established a new service by which the people of Glassport can secure their mail on Sunday evenings. The service is greatly appreciated by the people, who very often express themselves of so timely an accomodation. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 30, 1901 --- PERSONALS --- Chester Stineman of Wilmerding, spent yesterday with his sister, Mrs. W. L. McClaren, of Erie avenue.. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Smith and family, of Otto, spent yesterday with Mrs. Smith's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wunderly, of Forward township.. George Hurahberger, formerly of Glassport, now of Mount Pleasant, spent yesterday at the home of his friends, Mr. and Mrs. John Reed of Ohio avenue.. Officer Norris was a Braddock visitor today.. Mr. and Mrs. John Headman of Fifth street were in Pittsburg yesterday.. Following are the the paydays of the Pittsburg Steel foundry at Glassport: Saturday, September 21st; Saturday, October 5th; Saturday, October 19th; Tuesday, November 5th; Saturday, November 23d; Saturday, December 7; Saturday, December 21st. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
October 1, 1901 --- Contract Awarded for the Widening of Monongahela Avenue - Fate of Shade Trees - Other News --- A special meeting of the borough council was held last night. A bare quorum was present, when the roll was called. Mr. Chester came in shortly afterwards.. The purpose of the gathering was to take some action on letting the contract for the widening of Monongahela avenue.. H. C. Griffin moved to take up the matter, stating that the bids were in and ready for council to dispose of. Mr. Chester sprung a question that caused a great deal of talk and some asperity. It was what disposition was to be made of the fruit and shade trees that were in the way of the proposed widening. He was of the opinion that the person who got the contract should take them out and transplant them. He thought it wrong to destroy them - the owners had been to the trouble of planting and caring for them until, in some cases they had become quite valuable, and he seemed to have trouble persuading himself that it would be right to ruthlessly cut them down.. Mr. Couch did not seem to worry so much about the fate of the trees. He was more concerted about the financial problem He wanted some light on the subject. He also claimed it would be more in accordance with the fitness of things to act on the bond ordinance first, and after providing the means, let the contract.. Mr. Knolle seemed troubled with Mr. Couch's argument and he appealed to the solicitor for information. That gentleman stated that the matter was one entirely within the discretion of the council - one of those "before and after affairs." Mr. Knolle then stated that he had been informed that the ordinance providing for the issuance of bonds exceeded the two percent limit, which the solicitor had stated would be a criminal act on the part of members of council to pass. He did not want to do anything criminal. Mr. Sword, chairman of the ordinance committee, to whom the ordinance had been referred, stated that the committee had considered that matter and had concluded to caution coucil about the size of the bond issue and to keep within the limit. Mr. Griffin took a sly glance at the question from the standpoint of its effect on the movement to divide the borough. He expressed the belief that it would, perhaps, be better to drop the bond issue and the widening question until the division question had been settled. Mr. Chester gave it as his belief that it would be better to issue bonds at four and one-half percent than to borrow on notes and pay six percent. At this point, the chairman concluded that enough latitude of discussion had been allowed and restated the question which had got lost in the shuffle and being put to a vote, carried.. There were only two bids in, the lowest being that of the Glassport Coal company. The contract was awarded to them and the street committee was instructed to arrange for an article of agreement with them and extract a bodn of $1,500 for faithful performance of the work. Prior to passing the motion awarding the contract a long drawn-out discussion was held on the tree question, but nothing came of it. The sloping of cuts also gave rise to much talk, nearly all the members present having something to say on the subject - also the solicitor and borough engineer. It was finally concluded that it would perhaps be as well to have the work done as originally intended, according to the plans and specifications. It is understood that the work will commence next Monday (weather permitting) and is to be completed within thirty days.. Mr. Griffin, for the finance committee, stated that the balance in the treasury was $1,143.35 and that a note for $1,000 would be due October 6th, which being before the next regular meeting would have to be provided for at this meeting. On motion of Mr. Chester, a warrant was ordered drawn to pay the amount.. Mr. Knolle moved that the ordinance providing for the issuance of bonds be laid on the table until the next meeting of council. This motion started another discussion. Finally they got it narrowed down to the question of wheter it were better to pay four and one-half percent on about $25,000, or pay six percent on $7,000, to cover immediate needs. It was ascertained that there was no need of paying six percent, as they could get the money for present requirements at five percent. The motion to table the ordinance was then agreed to.. The ordinance authorizing the curbing, grading and paving of Monongahela avenue was given a third reading and passed by the unanimous vote of council... A general discussion was had anent conditions in the borough. There seems to be wild horses abroad and a non-working pound. Mr. Pforsich declares the pund is there and ready for business. Officer Norris will attend to estrays.. The mysterious death of a man on a shanty boat was a matter that seems to have given the president of council and Officer Norris no little amount of trouble The widow in the case been held as witness, the smaller of the children will be sent to the poor farm today, the other will be provided with a home in Glassport... Source: McKeesport Daily News.
October 5, 1901 --- SPECIAL SERVICES --- Rev. Father T. Rea will conduct special services tomorrow morning at 8:30 o'clock. The members of the Sodality are urged to attend the first mass. There is something important that Rev. Rea has to say to the young people, hence the request. The other service will be had at 10:30 a.m. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
October 5, 1901 --- OTHER NOTES --- Councilman J.J. Downing, of McKeesport, spent yesterday with his brother, W. H. Downing, of Glassport.. In the absence of F. M. Waugaman, yardmaster at the Glassport Lumber company, James Hunter is filling the position. Mr. Waugaman is confined to McKeesport Hospital.. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Jones, of Vermont avenue, are at Vandergrift, visiting the home of Mr. Jone's brother, F. C. Jones.. Paul Duer, of Verona, is being entertained by his friend, R. H. Baxter, of Vermont avenue.. Usual service in the Methodist church tomorrow.. Glassport Baptist chapel, Vermont avenue. There will be no Sunday school nor service in the morning, on account of the quarterly communion service at the First Baptist church, McKeesport. Service in the evening at 7:30.. Presbyterian church, Rev. M. S. Bush, pastor, - Sunday school at 10:30 a.m.; preaching at 11; subject, "God's Command." Source: McKeesport Daily News.
October 17, 1901 --- PURCHASED A NEW ORGAN --- A fine new Hamilton reed organ was purchased by the committee of the Sunday School of the United Evangelical Church of Glassport. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November 2001. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
1901 - The Pittsburgh Steel Company was formed. The Glassport plant produced about 150 tons of barrel hoops and bands per day. Steel was supplied by their Monessen Works. Source: Port Vue Centennial 1892-1992.
January 4, 1902 --- BURGLARS USED NITRO-GLYCERINE --- One of the most daring, carefully planned and successful burglaries in Allegheny County was that which occurred at the National Bank of Glassport some time during the night... When Janitor Carl James made his rounds about six o'clock this morning, his eyes caught sight of broken glass, bricks and mortar lying in every direction at the rear part of the first floor... Upon closer investigation he discovered a man hole cut or blown out of the 24-inch side wall which leads directly into the vault... The amount of money taken is small, being, it is thought, not more than $2,000... Every effort will be made to capture the guilty ones no matter how much it may cost. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA December 2001/January 2002. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
February 7, 1902 - THE HONOR ROLL - REPORT FOR LAST MONTH IS NOT SO GOOD - Very Inclement Weather Against Attendance. There is Also Many Cases of Measles in Various Families. - The roll of honor of the Glassport schools is not so good as it has been. The reason for this is that the weather has been exceedingly bad, and another good reason is that measles are reported as being prevalent among the pupils of the schools, and in the various homes. These are the principal things which have been in the way. There has also been a falling off in the other schools of the borough, also in the McKeesport schools. The high standard of work has been maintained, and a good month's record made. Following are the reports from the various rooms: Room No. 1 - Rosy Faulk, Frank McLaughlin, George Cole, Andrew Barmack. Teacher Miss Carrie M. Lee. Room No. 2 - Edward Harris, John Sheenan, Robert Reynolds, Charley Case. Teacher Miss Pearl Ketzner. Room No. 3 - William Downing, Clarence Lowery, Albert Brown, Joseph Mosser, Mae McDougall, Anna Klein, Georgia Snyder, Mary Nugent, Bessie Harrison, Agnes Melior, Lizzie Barr, Josephine Mosser, Wilda Furman, Ruth McMullen. Teacher Bertha McClure. Room No. 4 - Frank Wilson, Edward Durr, John Wible, Meril Yose, William Weaver, Ward Klingensmith, Robert Weigand, Regis Weaver, Helen Baxter, Amy Lee, Arena Manning, Edna Chalfant. Teacher Miss Maud Fallabaum. Room No. 5 - Bertha Downing, Emma Sparks, Nita Branson, Elvira Hannon, Harvey Cole, Fred Cochenour, Claude Wilson, Joe Klingensmith. Teacher Miss Martha J. Kennedy. Room No. 6 - Dora downing, Lucas Minehart, James Russel, Nannie Thropp, Bryce Redman. Prof. E. N. McMichael, teacher. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 8, 1902 - THE TEA PARTY - EVERYTHING IS NOW IN READINESS FOR A BIG EVENT - Decorations Will be Profuse. Interior of Hall Will Present a Handsome Appearance. - All arrangements have been made for the tea party next Monday evening February 10, in the Coliseum hall, Shaw avenue, McKeesport, for the benefit of St. Cecilia's church, Glassport. The members of the Glassport branch of the L. C. B. A. have charge of the supper tables. - Christie Morgan manages the different committees of gentlemen who are to see the floor arrangements. Altogether the event from present indications bids fair to be a big success. Miss Mary McKay, as Gypsy queen, will delve into the misty future and portray what dame fortune has in store for each individual who crosses her hand with silver. - The young women of the congregation under the directorship of Miss Rose Coyle, will have refreshments and fancy booths judiciously arranged and tastefully decorated so that the hall on that evening will present a festive and most inviting appearance. An enjoyable time is assured to all who will be fortunate enough to be present. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 17, 1902 - A NEW DENOMINATION - The Lutherans Held Their First Service Yesterday Afternoon in Bank Hall. - Handbills were scattered over town Saturday announcing that Rev. J. S. McDowell, missionary president of the Pittsburg synod of the general synod, would preach the first sermon to the Lutherans of Glassport in Bank hall at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon. -- This is the first attempt to form a society of this denomination, and it is expected that those who are directly interested will succeed, as it is known that their are quite a number of families in Glassport and Otto who are of this faith. -- Re. McDowell is a great missionary worker and proposes to put a strong society in Glassport. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 25, 1902 - THE PROPOSED BRIDGE - The proposed bridge which is to span the Monongahela river from Blair station on the opposite side of the river to the Glassport side, is no longer a conjecture. The News learned that the plans had all been prepared and that work would commence in the spring. By this time Monongahela avenue will have been paved and things generally speaking will have taken on a metropolitan air. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 25, 1902 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- Personals and Other Notes --- There will be a meeting of the Ladies' Aid society of the Methodist Episcopal church tonight for the purpose of closing up the business pertaining to the bazaar held last Saturday evening... Mr. Anthony Dunlevy, of Euclid avenue, is today rejoicing over the advent of a sweet little baby girl at his house... Mrs. Charles Jones, of Euclid avenue, is reported as being quite poorly... Mrs. George Patchen of Armath, PA, is being entertained by her daughter, Mrs. E. L. Erhard, of Ohio avenue... Mrs. Joseph Y. Caughey, of Otto, who was threatened with pneumonia, is improving... Source: McKeesport Daily News
March 29, 1902 - MANY PEOPLE SICK - OVER 100 PEOPLE TAKEN ILL INSIDE OF 48 HOURS. - People Cannot Account for It. The Weak and Strong Are Affected. Plenty of Business for Doctors. - "Say did you hear of the people that were sick in the borough? There are not less than 100 people who are confined to their homes and scores of others are complaining and for the life of us, we cannot tell what is doing it all." -- Such was the remark of a citizen this morning when a News representative inquired if there was anything new in town. To hear the above statement out as being a fact nearly everyone approached this morning had been ill or was complaining. They were also ready tp give a string of names, of heads of families and children who were laid up. The disease affecting these persons is cramps and cholera morbus. There is something strange about the cases and many there are who advance theories as to the cause. The doctors, it is said, are being kept busy looking after the cases. None of the patients are serious, but in many cases much pain has been and is being endured. Source: McKeesport Daily News
March 29, 1902 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- Personals and Other Notes --- Harvey Hays of Coursin station has typhoid fever...Miss Bessie Norris, of Vermont avenue is a very sick girl. She has pneumonia... A young child of H. J. Foreman of Ohio is reported as being dangerously ill... James Bottomley, the real estate agent, has sold a house and lot on Indiana avenue for George T. Klebich to Mrs. Annie Klein for $1,100... J. W. Jones of the Glassport Lumber company, is confined to his home sick with the cramps and cholera morbus... John Reid and his family are reported as being sick with the cramps... Mrs W. H. Downing is able to be about after a sick spell... The McShane family are reported on the sick list... Mrs W. F. Sparks is reported ill at her house. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 14, 1902 - PASSENGERS TO BE TRANSFERRED - A Track Will at Once be Put Down from Fifth to Ninth Street. --- The Pittsburg Railways company has its tracks torn up between Ninth and Fifth street. It is the intention to put down a single track and transfer passengers from Third street to the terminus. The distance is sufficiently long to keep one car busy. Of course, this is the custom, of which many people are not aware. All the energy possible will be instilled into the work of laying the single track to the borough line. Then the work on the double track will commence. The foundation now being made is for the track next to the river. The other track will be on the opposite side. Booth & Flynn, who have the contract, are certainly pushing the work. All the teams and men procurable are being engaged. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 2, 1902 --- HANDSOME QUARTERS --- James H. Pitts Now Comfortably Located In His Fine New Brick Building -- James H. Pitts, the genial and hustling real estate and insurance agent, is now comfortably located in his handsome new brick building on Monongahela Avenue opposite the post office. The size of the building is 25 x 36. It is built of brick and is one story. The building has four large rooms, not including a toilet and other small apartments at the rear. Mr. Pitts occupies two rooms and Dr. R. D. Nicholls, the other two. Mr. Pitts' apartments are thoroughly furnished, new desks, chairs and other furniture have all been put in place. It is an up-to-date office in every respect. Dr. Nicholls' apartments are also newly and handsomely furnished. There are beautiful pictures reminding one of happy reminiscences of youthful days, of which the doctor, it is said knows something. The ceilings are decorated with fancy molded metal work, which has much to the interior.. It is Mr. Pitts intention later to add to more stories to the place. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 2, 1902 --- PERSONAL AND OTHER NOTES --- Miss Maggie Martin, of Bunola, is visiting her sister, Miss Cora Martin, of Allegheny Avenue.. The borough is again rid of all scarlet fever cases.. The special services at the United Evangelical church have been very well attended and very interesting so far. They will be conducted next week. Rev. F. W. Bartlett is in charge.. The fire company did not have a meeting last evening The store is in need of repairs, and the place was very uninviting to fire Councils. Attention will be called to the broken stove question. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
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Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 3, 1902 --- WHIRLWIND AND RAINSTORM --- EIGHT-ROOM FRAME HOUSE LIFTED OFF FOUNDATION -- Roof Was Ready to Slate -- Loss to Lapsley Bros., the Builders, Will Fully Reach $600 -- One of the worst wind and rain storms that has yet visited Glassport, struck the town about 6 o'clock last evening. In a very short space of time the dust was so thick that it was blinding. Store keepers had a little if any time to gather in their wares. The lightning flashed, the thunder roared and the rain came down in torrents. Many persons were caught in this little cloud burst, and were thoroughly drenched. Several lost hats and umbrellas. The streets were flooded with water and many a cellar this morning has more than a foot of water in it.. On Indiana Avenue between Sixth and Seventh streets, an eight room frame building, which was being directed for I. J. Wedszinski, by Lapsley Bros., contractors, and which was about completed, with the exception of the slating and plastering, was lifted from the foundation and hurled on its side. The whirlwind, as Mr. A. E. Lapsley calls it, hit the side of the building, wrecking the entire structure. Mr. Lapsley stated to The News reporter this morning that it was the worst-case he had yet seen.. This is the second house that has been blown over during the past two weeks. Somehow or other Glassport seems to be "up against it.". There was other damage sustained to property in various parts of the borough. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 3, 1902 --- CHURCH CHIMES --- First Presbyterian Church. Rev. M. S. Bush, pastor -- Sunday school 9:30 AM, preaching 11 AM subject "The Great Supper." Christian Endeavor 7 PM. Preaching 7:45 PM, subject "Shadows.". Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev. W. I. Cadman, pastor -- Class at 10:30 AM. Sunday school at 2:30 PM. Enworth league 6:30 PM Preaching at 7:30 PM, subject, "The Mastery of Self." Miss Ada Law will sing at the evening service.. The Baptists will meet at the usual time and place.. United Evangelical church, F. W. Bartlett, pastor -- Sunday school 9:45 AM. Sermons 11 AM, "Lay Members Privileges and Duties. Class meeting 7 PM. The revival services now in progress will be continued during the week. All are invited.. St. Cecilia Church, Rev. Thomas Rea, pastor -- First mass 8:30 AM. Preaching at 10:30 AM Sunday school at the usual hour. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 5, 1902 --- GLASSPORT'S BIG BALL PLAYERS --- Splendid Team to Be Put into the Field Next Saturday, The Real Opening Day -- Manager F. W. Myers, of Glassport's big ball team has his men in line for the game next Saturday with the crack Lafayette team of Allegheny. Several stars are in the club this year, which ought to add much to the team's work in a general way. If the club this year makes as good a record as it did last year, everybody will be pleased. The object, however, is to make it better in every respect. There may be a slight change made in the lineup which is as follows: Shortstop, Edward McGowan; first base, Nevin or Russell; the field, Jack Baker; second base, F. W. Myers; center field, M. Connors; third base, Walter Percivall; right field, Bert Smith; catcher, J. Trove; pitcher, Albert Webb.. McGowan, who hails from Chester is a new man. Connors is from the same place. Both have good records as ball players. Trove was with the Indiana State Normal school team, and is counted on as being clever. Smith is from Ballston Spa, N. Y., and is an old hand at the business. Webb, the new pitcher, was formerly with the Canadian league. Baker was formerly a member of the Homestead team, is a good pitcher, and can in fact play any position. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 5, 1902 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- The foundry resumes operations this morning, after a brief shutdown for repairs and stock taking.. These services at the Methodist Episcopal church last evening was well attended. Miss Ada Law sang two solos admirably.. The drawing for a gold watch takes place at Hotel Haigh this evening. The proceeds go into the treasury of the big ball team, to help purchase equipment.. A dance will be held at Hotel Haigh this evening under the auspices of the C. M. B. A. It is expected that the attendance will be large.. Caps, stocking, belts, balls, gloves and masks will be purchased tomorrow for the big ball team.. Frank and Charles Myers, and the Misses Bertha and Ella Cox were yesterday the guests of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Myers, of Glassport.. Mrs. Robert Clintner, of Indiana Avenue, is reported quite ill.. The brick for track paving has arrived. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 5, 1902 --- OTTO BOOMING --- DESTINED TO BECOME FINE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT -- Many New Homes from $2,000 Up to be Erected Within the Next Two Years -- The place now known as Otto below Glassport and which joins McKeesport City line, is going to come right to the front. In fact, it is going to be a popular residence district and already several nice contracts have been let for fine residencies.. It is not only going to be inhabited by Glassport people, but it is said that a number of McKeesporters will have homes in the borough before very long. These people, as has been expressed, fully believe that Glassport and Otto, will, inside of two years, be one of McKeesport's best wards. "While this may seem premature, it is safe to assume," says one who knows, "that the final outcome will be annexation." Larimer Place is located at Otto. It comprises a number of acres of valuable real estate, which will be put on the market in a few days. Then the large Caughey estate together with the magnificent plot of ground upon the hill above Otto furnishes enough room for at least 800 homes, which eventually would mean an additional population on the Monongahela side alone of at least 2,500. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 21, 1902 --- THE CORE MAKERS' BENEFIT --- A dance and social is to be held at the Miller house on Allegheny avenue on Tuesday evening, May 27th, for the benfit of the striking core makers of Glassport. The affair promises to be elaborate and will likely be largely attended. The committee in charge of the affair is as follows: Charles Moran, George Elmer, W. J. Hatfield, Fritz Henry and George Cunningham. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 21, 1902 --- FORTY HOURS DEVOTION --- Forty hours' devotion will begin at 9 a. m. tomorrow and end Saturday, at the St Cecelia R. C. church, Glassport. At the hour of the beginning there will be a processional march of 100 children who will sing. The services promises to be exceptionly beneficial and all who can are invited to attend. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 24, 1902 --- GYPSIES ARE IN TOWN.--- Officer Norris is on Their Track. May not Stay Long- Located on Hill. --- A swarm of Gypsies came to town yesterday and located at the head of Seventh street above the coal bank. Not less than 17 head of horses came with the tribe, having eight or nine wagons in tow. Glassporters someway or another don't care much for the fortune tellers and would much rather not have the town invaded. - Officer Joseph Norris is going after them with a hot stick, he says, and proposes to keep an eye on them. Source: McKeesport Daily News
June 28, 1902 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- Personals and Other Notes --- Ralph Waugaman, son of Constable Waugaman, of Ohio avenue is reported quite ill... Another section of the 12-inch water main on Monongahela avenue will have to go down about a foot. Its nose pokes above the subgrade... Bert Phillips and W. H. Smith, two well known citizens, are out for the positions of school directors... John Link and F. W. Myers will leave tomorrow to join their wives who are sojourning at Somerset County. They will be absent for a few days. John and Flo expect to try their hand at fishing while away... Mrs. John Sheebau and family, of Vermont avenue will leave tomorrow for Philadelphia. Whiel away, they will visit Atlantic City, Bethelem and other points. Source: McKeesport Daily News
July 2, 1902 --- ELECTION DAY BOAT EXCURSION --- The Methodists of the West End and Glassport churches have arranged to hold a boat excursion up the Monongahela river on Thursday, July 10. This is election day in the new borough. It is fully expected that there will be a large crowd on board. The excursion boat Beauty has been arranged for. - The boat will leave McKeesport at 8 o'clock and Glassport at 8:30 o'clock. Source: McKeesport Daily News
July 5, 1902 --- CHURCH NOTES --- The usual services will be held in the Methodist, United Evangelical, Baptist and St. Cecelia churches... First Presbyterian church at Glassport. Sunday school at 10 a. m. Preaching at 11 a. m. Subject "Refute". Evening services 7:45. Subject "Silent Saviour". Christian Endeavor 7:00. Source: McKeesport Daily News
July 5, 1902 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- Personals and Other Notes --- Mr. and Mrs Brunt McCain, of Uniontown, spent yesterday at the home of Mr. and Mrs, "Jack" Nicoi... Mrs. F. W. Myers and Mrs John Link are home from Somerset county, where they had been visiting relatives... Miss Estella Williams, of Etna, is the guest of her friends, the Misses Carrie and Eva Lee, of Otto. Source: McKeesport Daily News
July 11, 1902 --- THE BOAT EXCURSION --- The Methodists of Tenth ward, McKeesport, and those of the borough of Glassport had a great day yesterday on the placid waters of the Monongahela river. They were aboard the excursion boat Beauty, and went as far as Webster, Pa. The weather was fine and all were in high glee. The crowd got off at the grove at Webster, ate lunch, played games, etc. The men folk played a game of ball. It was said that if the boat hadn't whistled for all to get aboard, that the Glassporters would have beat the Tenth warders. But the game had to be called. There was lots of fun for all, and everyone expressed themselves as having a fine time. Source: McKeesport Daily News
July 11, 1902 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- Personals and Other Notes --- Oscar Mann, employed at the spike works, had his left hand hurt at a grindstone yesterday. Dr. Nichol attended him... The East McKeesporters and the Juniors play two games tomorrow. The Juniors will line up as follows: Pitchers, Jackson and King; catchers Richardson and Thropp; ss, McElravy; fb Hatfield; 2b, Derr; 3b, Forsythe; lf Griffith; mf, J. Moore; rf, D. Moore... Born-To Mr. & Mrs "Cooney" Hilderband, of Pollock, a girl...Prof. A. J. Erhard, of Millport, Pa. is a guest of his cousin, Dr. E. L. Erhard, of Ohio avenue. Mr. Erhard is principal of Lumber City schools... J. B. Russell is at Wheeling sojourning. Source: McKeesport Daily News
July 26, 1902 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- Personals and Other Notes --- Mrs. E. E. Wolford, of Wilkinsburg, who has been visiting her parents, Rev. and Mrs. F. W. Barlett, for the past week has returned home... Mrs. H. Jones of Ohio avenue is reported on the sick list... Two good games of baseball today at the Ninth street grounds... Mrs. Albert Plumb, of Ohio avenue, was taken suddenly ill the other evening. She is reported some better today... James McShane is visiting friends and relatives at East End, Pittsburg... Joseph Connnors and Henry Orensky, who have been staying at the Ohio Avenue hotel, have accepted lucrative positions with the Mesta Machine company, at Homestead... Frank J. DeShields of Otto, superintendent of the Lambert Machine company, of New York, has arrived home to spend his vacation. Arrangements have been made by a number of his friends to give him a reception. His parents reside on Vermont avenue... The Baptists will hold a lawn fete Thursday evening, July 29, between Sixth and Seventh streets on Vermont avenue. Everybody will be made welcome... Mrs. F. W. Myers is at Homewood, visiting her friend, Mrs. William Conley.
August 22, 1902 --- GLASSPORT NEWS --- Personals and Other Notes --- Mrs. H.K. Ward, of Monongahela avenue, who was taken to the McKeesport hospital the other day suffering with typhoid fever, is this morning reported much better... Roy Hill, of Vermont avenue, has returned home after a visit to Pitcairn... Dr. R. D. Nichol is sojourning to Morgantown... J. B. Russel, Esq. was yesterday in Pittsburgh on a business mission... Miss Margaret Brown of Ohio avenue, will leave this evening for Baltimore, Md. on a visit to her sister, Mrs. Charles Hancock. Together they will sojourn to Atlantic City for a week... Tonight Mr. Barney, the ex-actor, will deliver his lecture 'Behind the Scenes', at the Methodist Episcopal church. He is a thrilling lecturer and it is expected that there will be a large crowd in attendance... Source: McKeesport Daily News
NOVEMBER 3, 1902 --- GLASSPORT'S SALOON PROBLEM --- A vigorous effort is being made at Glassport to give the town saloons and wholesale places. For more than three months a petition has been circulated by John S. Willis, the well-known hotel man. He has now secured more than 300 signers to it.... Among the list of names are many prominent people who assert that it would be best to have licensed houses than to have a lot of people selling liquor without a license. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November 2002. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
January 23, 1903 --- THAT NEW SCHOOL --- Director Redman Favors a Four-Room Building -- Other Notes of the Glassport School -- Since The News mentioned the fact that there was a possibility of Otto being provided with a public school, much has been said on the question. Nearly everyone approached, thinks the project is a good one and timely. Said a well-known property owner and citizen to The News: "I favor strongly the idea of giving to Otto a public school. That section of the borough of Glassport is building up rapidly and there is not the slightest doubt, but that a school building will have to be erected there in the very near future. I would favor a substantial building, and instead of spending $6,000 in a heating system, would suggest cutting this in half, and applying the balance to the new school. Give Otto a school by all means, if it needs it.".. The News also learned today that Director John Redman favored a four room building. He thought it a mistake to build one-room shanties. He thinks Otto should have a school if it is absolutely in need of it, but will oppose the erection of a kindergarten sort of place of education.. Mr. Cunningham, who is at the bottom of the school project, is still pushing the claim of the people, and expects to have a good strong petition ready for the board at its next meeting.. Today the musical and literary program as published in The News yesterday is being observed. There is a good attendance of the parents and friends. This diversion seems to greatly please the pupils, and will likely continue. Source: McKeesport Daily News
March 9, 1903 --- MORE SPEAKEASIES --- THREE PLACES WERE PULLED LAST NIGHT -- Chief-of Police McGowan Makes the Charge -- All of the Persons Arrested Put Up Forfeits -- Up until Friday of las week, the newspapers and many residents of the place have been tooting that "Glassport was without speakeasies and disorderly houses." Well it is safe to infer that none existing were known to the police. All had been given do notice to quit, but Squire Paster informed The News this morning , that when the officials least expected it the dens were again going full blast, but now have been nipped in the bud. Continuing, the Squire said: "I never expected to make a report such as I will give you this morning, believing that after due warning had been given all places of vice would cease."...Source: McKeesport Daily News
March 9, 1903 --- AN INTERESTING MEETING ---The ladies of the St. Thomas' Society met in the Russell rooms yesterday afternoon and held an interesting meeting. After some preliminary business had been transacted, annual election of permanent officers was had, which resulted as follows: President, Mrs. R. M. Russell; vice president, Mrs. Kilgallon; recorder, Miss McGettigan; financial secretary, Miss Alice Tague; treasurer, Miss Lizzie Rommell, guard, Miss Mamie Fallon; conductor, Mrs. Guilfoy. The regular meetings will hereafter be held in the Bank hall the first Sunday of each month.. Mrs Rentzel and Mrs Sullivan, of Pittsburg, both organizers, were present and made addresses. The charter was turned over to the president and 50 names inscribed thereon. which was afterwards closed. Before the society adjourned Rev. Thomas Rea was presented with a beautiful bouquet. It was a gift from the society, as a token of esteem. Miss Rentzel made the presentation speech. Source: McKeesport Daily News
March 24, 1903 - NEW ADDITION IN OPERATION - The new addition to the American Ax and Tool company's plant in Glassport has already been put in operation... The plant now is said to be the largest in the world and doubtless is... Quite a large number of men have been given employment... Ethan Rogers, the superintendent, has full charge and oversaw the construction of the entire plant. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA February/March 2003. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
APRIL 10, 1903 --- GLASSPORT --- A fudge party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.S. Willis on Monongahela Avenue... The joke of the evening was when the boys seized the big plates of fudge and hid them away. The girls were disappointed to find the candy not in the place they had put it, but it was eventually recovered. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA April-May, 2003. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
August 18, 1903 --- School Board Meeting --- There was a meeting of the school board yesterday evening. The main question considered was securing sufficient room to accomodate the school until the new school house is completed.. The Sunday school room of the First Presbyterian church has been secured for school purposes and should more room be required the board will try to secure either the Baptist church or Bank hall. The janitor was instructed to commence cleaning up the rooms on next Monday so the rooms will be in order when school opens. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 18, 1903 --- Maccabees' Excursion --- A large crowd left on the Maccabees' excursion this morning.. Everything was lively in Glassport when people were gathering along the river waiting for the Mayflower to arrive. From the size of the crowd one would think the whole town was taking this excursion.The children who got a free ride, were out in full force.. Baskets and boxes containing all kinds of refreshments were pilrd on the river bank.. The boat arrived at nine o'clock and after all were safely on board, started up the river. The boat will return at half past six o'clock and will make another trip this evening leaving Glassport at seven o'clock. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 18, 1903 --- Personal Mention --- Contractor Branch Howard secured the contract for a store and dwelling corner Ohio avenue and Eighth street for Mr. Lebreck... Mr. John Lee moved from Otto to Mr. Charles Snyder's house in Vermont avenue... Mrs. George Carpenter of Monongahela avenue, is on the sick list... Rev. and Mrs. M. S. Bush left this morning for a three weeks' vacation... Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stockhill of St. Thomas, Canada are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Wilber Cross of Vermont avenue... Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Baxter and daughter of Vermont avenue returned from a trip to Niagra Falls and report a fine time. Source: McKeesport Daily News
September 18, 1903 --- FINLANDER PROSECUTED --- Joseph Lomas Succeeds in Getting True Bill Against Jack Baker For Illegal Liquor Selling -- Temperance Society Against Speakeasies. -- The Finnish temperance society of Glassport has commenced a crusade against those who propose to continue to sell liquor without a license. This society is strong in number and stand loyal to their cause.Some of the members are business men who are the promulgators of this movement. As a sample of what they can do, some time ago a Joseph Lomas, president of the above named society secured sufficient evidenceto bring action against Jack Baker. Lomas prosecuted Baker and the hearing came up before Alderman Mansfield of McKeesport, who held Baker for court. Yesterday the grand jury found a true bill against him.. The News talked with a gentleman today who has made careful inquiry into the workings of the Finnish society and he says that the organization will prosecute every person selling liquor without a license if sufficient evidence can be procured. It was learned that officers of the societywere looking up several cases which they have suspicioned for some time past and should they succeedin getting enough evidence prosecutionswill be immediately made. The News reporter heard a great many favorable comments on the good work of the organization. Source: McKeesport Daily News
September 18, 1903 --- LAST QUARTERLY BUSINESS CONFERENCE --- This evening the last quarterly conference of the Methodist Episcopal church will convene with Presiding Elder Murray in the chair. A full corp of the official members is requested. The time will be utilized in closing up with the work of the church for the past conference year. Some important items will be considered for the advancement of the church's interest in the borough at this meeting. Source: McKeesport Daily News
October 17, 1903 (date uncertain but reprinted in the Daily News August 8, 1936)--- DOUBLE GUN KILLING AT GLASSPORT --- The bark of a dog led to a double killing in Glassport a few days ago, a constable and a colored man being victims of a duel with revolvers.. The incident shocked the then practically one-street Borough.. William Davidson, a railroad engineer, was walking along the tracks early on the night of October 15, 1903, when a mongrel barked and snapped at his heels. He swung a lantern to keep the dog away and heard these words in a man's voice.. Life Threatened.. "I've a notion to kill you and I will if you strike that dog." Davidson found himself face to face with two colored men, one of whom held a gun in his hand.. Davidson realized the disadvantage and when ordered by, the Negroes to move on did so with alacrity, but he stopped at William Hitchens' store and telephoned Justice of the Peace Pastre of his treatment at the hands of the colored men, known as John Hartson, 35, and James Milton, about the same age.. Shooting Begins.. Pastre sent out his constable, William Shields, who deputized Peter Kelley to assist him. They experienced little trouble locating the accused Negroes in Hitchens' store, where they were making a purchase when Kelley stepped into the place and said: "You two are under arrest.". Like a flash one of the Negroes darted behind the counter and opened fire with a revolver. The other dodged behind a barrel near the doorway. Mr. Hitchens picked up a hatchet. Constable Shields was unarmed. Kelley used his gun. Many shots were fired. Meantime, Glassport police were rushing to the scene and as Policeman Norris dashed into the place a bullet grazed his arm and entered the left side of Constable Shields, who dropped and soon expired.. Running Gun Battle. During this duel with pistols Hartson was fatally wounded. He tried to run away, but became weak and dropped a short distance from the store. Milton and Norris engaged in a running gun fight, the Negro finally climbing aboard a freight train and escaping.. Bullets fired by Norris as Milton raced alongside the train struck all around the fleeing man, but he seemed to bear a charmed life. None took effect. Before he fell over dead, Hartson backed Kelley out of the store. At the time he probably had not been badly wounded. He made his mistake when he ran. A dozen bullets were fired in his direction, several taking effect. Search In Vain. Constable Shields lived long enough to greet his wife, who hurried to his side upon hearing of the shooting.. A posse headed by Detective Patrick J. Morrissey and the late Constable Charles Moore searched the surrounding hills and lowlands all night and the next day, but failed to get a clue to the whereabouts of Milton. The two Negroes had been employed by Squire Wilson, but he had discharged them some days before the shooting and it is believed that, angered over losing their jobs, they procured revolvers and started out to make trouble for anybody they might meet. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
December 28, 1903 --- ST. CECILIA CHURCH ANNUAL TEA PARTY --- May Be Held in Blue Ribbon Hall, McKeesport -- A Meeting Soon to the Called To Complete Arrangements -- The annual tea party under the auspices of the St. Cecilia R. C. church will be held in February, possibly the early part of the month. Very soon now Rev. Father Rea will call a meeting of the society for the purpose of appointing the numerous committees and making other preparatory arrangements. It is intended this time to make this tea party the largest and most successful of any yet held. These affairs are always largely attended and a big financial and social success.. In conversation with a News reporter this morning Rev. Mr. Rea said: "I suppose some people may think it's strange we do out of town to hold these affairs, but the fact of the matter is we have no hall large enough in Glassport to accommodate the crowd I believe a good big hall in Glassport would be a good investment for someone.". Some new features are to be injected into the tea party this year which will had greatly to the enjoyment of the occasion. Announcement of committees, etc., will be made later in the News. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
December 28, 1903 --- THE POLITICAL SITUATION --- Remains Unchanged -- None of the Seven Candidates Feel Inclined to Pull off Ticket -- From the present outlook there will be seven candidates for council. It was thought by today that there would be some changes in the political situation, but nothing of a definite character has been announced. The primaries are but ten days off and it is up to each candidate to make every vote count The bulk of the work of all candidates will be over after this week, although much good can be accomplished on the day of the primary Just what the political outlook will be at the end of this week is not known, but it is thought there might be some new developments. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
December 28, 1903 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- The Rev F. M. Bartlett conducted the men's meeting at the YMCA McKeesport yesterday afternoon. His team was, "A Christmas Story.". The doctor of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Deitrich of Allegheny Avenue is home from school to spend a week's vacation.. Miss Tillie Ramey, who makes her home with Mrs. R. M. Russell, is being pleasantly entertained by her cousin, Miss Lucy Miller of the Southside of Pittsburg.. John M. Erickson, United States immigrant inspector at Philadelphia, was the guest yesterday of his friend W. Nyberg, a well-known dry goods merchant of Monongahela Avenue Mr. Erickson departed this morning for Butler, Pa., where he will inspect the hospitals at that place.. William Mayhugh and son of Elizabeth, spent today with their relatives Isaac Mayhugh of Ohio avenue.. Rev M. H. Hillier preached at the Methodist Episcopal church yesterday.. Joseph Phillips of Clairton was arrested yesterday on information before Squire George Pastre by Constable Harper. He was drunk and disorderly and was fined $1 and costs.. John Minumian and John Stork foreigners, got into a fight yesterday on Indiana avenue. It was all about an accordion. The instrument was smashed to pieces, having been used as a weapon. Constable Harper came along. He made information and later had both men arrested. Squire Pastre fined them each $1 and costs. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
December 29, 1903 --- NO MORE SMALLPOX --- The Borough Is Now Free from The Scourge -- Last Case Was That of Baby Lucot -- The Quarantine Has Been Lifted -- Inmates Rejoice -- The borough of Glassport has again been able to free itself from the clutches of that dread disease, smallpox. Not the least semblance of a case is known and those who have been confined so long a time in their home are today free to come and go as will. The local board of health has lifted the quarantine at the Lucot home. There the baby of the family, Maime Lucot, had been confined for some time with the disease.. Glassport has not had such a great many cases of smallpox, but has had its share, and has ably taking care of the patients. The Lucot home has been under quarantine for nearly four months, from which place one person was carried away, who died with the disease. She was a Mrs. McNally. Shortly after her burial James McNally, the son, contracted the disease. Then he recovered. James Lucot was taken ill with the same contagion, and while he lay suffering, little Mamie Lucot, only one-year-old, became affected Thus one can see that the quarantine has been one of long duration.. The family, when liberated, rejoiced greatly when they walked from the home to step into the fresh air. It is to be hoped that the borough will not have another case.. Those who remain unvaccinated should see that the operation is performed immediately, as a preventative. Smallpox has caused the borough a very large sum and it should be to the interest of all to do their utmost to keep the disease obliterated. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
December 29, 1903 --- PERSONAL AND OTHER NOTES --- David A. Raudman is visiting friends at West Newton, Union County, for a week.. Frank Seth has returned from Chester, Pa., after a brief visit.. Howard Stineman, who has been visiting his sister, Mrs. McClaran, has returned to his home at South Fork, Pa.. Dr. E. L. Erhard's mother and little sister of Winber, Somerset county, are visitors at the Erhard home, Ohio Avenue.. Homer Smith has returned from a visit to friends in East Liverpool, O.. Mr. Myers of Monongahela Avenue, is reported on the sick list.. Mrs. J. Redman and daughter of Elizabeth, more Glassport visitors yesterday.. Mrs. Rudolph Greinertand the little grandson, Hartley Greinert, of Ohio Avenue, are both reported as being better after quite a sick spell.. Miss Byrd Dale was a Pittsburg visitor yesterday.. Jean Carpenter is visiting his friend, Will Gross, at St. Louis.. J. W. Jones, the well-known retired citizen, has gone to Oakmont on a visit to his brother, T. C. Jones.. Clifford A., son of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Edmundson of Marie Avenue, is confined to his room with illness.. There will be no meeting of the borough school board this evening, has had been reported. The Port Vue borough organization failed to get together last evening, being practically the cause of the postponement of the session scheduled for tonight at Glassport. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
December 29, 1903 --- THE GLASSPORT NATIONAL BANK --- Glassport, Pa. -- Election. -- The annual meeting of the shareholders of this bank, to elect directors for the ensuing year, will be held at the banking house, corner of Monongahela Avenue and Sixth street, on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 1904, between the hours of 11 AM and 12 o'clock noon.. W. S. Kearny, Cashier. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
December 30, 1903 --- GLASSPORT'S SCHOOL BUILDING BURNED --- One of the worst conflagrations ... was that which occurred at Glassport early this morning. The public school building, a brick and stone structure, and also a separate building adjoining, were burned completely to the ground. The loss is estimated at $50,000 but $20,000 worth of insurance was carried at the time of the fire. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA December/January, 2003/2004. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
January 4, 1904 --- GETTING MATTERS IN GOOD SHAPE --- School Board Held Another Meeting Saturday -- Have Secured Catholic Church -- School to Start Next Monday -- The board of school directors of the borough held another special session Saturday afternoon. All members were present. Reports from various members were heard as to what terms had been made with persons from whom rooms for educational purposes had been secured.. Mr. Cole reported that he had consulted with Rev. Father Rea about the catholic church. That that gentlemen had called his officials together and that it had been decided to win the church to the school district. This was very acceptable to the board, whose minds seem to be greatly relieved. The procuring of the church now closes the arrangements and on Monday next school will begin at the usual hour.. Just where the various rooms will be placed aboard had not yet determined. That will be left to the principal, Mrs. Miller.. The places secured are: Two rooms in the Glitherow building, the Presbyterian and Methodist churches, and also the big auditorium of the Catholic Church.. The board decided not to purchase any seats, but will have benches built in front of the seats in the church building. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 4, 1904 --- POLISH MEETING --- a large meeting of the Polish political club was held Saturday night. After transacting general routine business, the question of the coming election came up. Fred Domin , a member of the club, formed the News this morning that the organization had endorsed Duncan Mac Dougall and W. F. Sparks for council and James Bottomley for assessor. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 4, 1904 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Edward Malley is reported on the sick list.. Reader -- The primaries occur next Saturday, between the hours of 7 AM and 7 PM.. There are many frozen gas and water pipes in the borough and much trouble is being experienced in getting them thawed out.. The unclaimed letter list of the Glassport post office will appear in tomorrow's issue of the News.. Rev. Morgan of New York, filled the pulpit at the Presbyterian Church yesterday He is an able preacher, and made a very favorable impression. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 4, 1904 --- St. Thomas Society Meets --- The ladies of St. Thomas society held an interesting meeting in Bank hall the other afternoon. The election of officers was as follows: President, Mrs. R. M. Russell; first vice president, Mrs. M. Shook; Secretary, Mrs. Catherine D. Shuff; financial secretary, Miss Alice Tague; treasurer, Miss L. Rommel; guard, Mrs. B. Fallon; marshall, Mrs. Looney. The society has a membership of 109 and is in a splendid financial condition, and meets the first Sunday of each month at 2 PM. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 4, 1904 --- Installed Their Officers --- The annual installation of officers, of branch No. 743 L. C. B. A. of this place occurred last evening. Those installed are as follows: Past President, Mrs. Louisa Phillips; president, Mrs. Eliza Mulligan; first vice president, Mrs. Annie Looney; second vice president, Mrs. Margaret Huey; recorder, Elizabeth McAuliffe; assistant recorder, Mrs. Catherine Quinn; financial secretary, Elizabeth Grahame; treasurer Elizabeth Rommel; marshall, Mrs. Catherine Guilfoy; guard, Mrs. Margaret Tague; trustees, two years, Mrs. Eliza Mulligan, Mrs. Ella Judy, Mrs. Catherine O'Neil; one year, Mrs. Louisa O'Brien, Mrs. Sabina McLaughlin. Delegate in convention is Mrs. Eliza Mulligan, alternate Mrs. Louisa Phillips. Delegates to Senate are Mrs. Rose Russell, Mrs. Catherine O'Neil. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 9, 1904 --- NO SCHOOL MONDAY --- All of the Supplies Have Not as yet Arrived -- Official Notice Will Appear in the News Next Week When School Will Start -- The boys and girls of the Glassport public schools may have another full week to romp around, as it was definitely and authoritatively stated to The News this morning that school would not begin next Monday. The intention was to make a start Monday, but on account of the supplies not arriving, it was decided by the board to postpone the opening.. An official note this will appear in The News sometime next week stating positively when school will begin, so "keep your eye on The News." During next week the board of directors will have some work done in and about the new quarters secured. The new seats have arrived and will be put in position at once The Otto school, of course, will remain at the same place, has also will room No. 9 in the Hart building on Ohio Avenue.. Room No. 4, at First Baptist church.. Rooms No. 1 and 2, in the First Presbyterian church, in charge of Ms. Hunt and Mrs. W. C. Edmundson.. Rooms No. 5 and 6, in charge of Miss Rankin, Catholic church.. Room No. 40, Methodist Episcopal church in charge of Miss Cunahan. Rooms No. 7 and 8, Glitherow building, in charge of Miss Mally and Miss Applegate.. This covers the entire enrollment and doubtless will be very satisfactory to all concerned.. Mrs. Miller, the principal, stated to The News that she thought all of the pupils would be able to make up for lost time and was also of the opinion that each teacher would redouble her energy to assist each pupil to keep up their previous record without the loss of a single mark. Mrs. Miller continued: "I think the board is to be commended for doing as well as they have in such a short space of time." Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 9, 1904 --- REPUBLICAN PRIMARIES IN FULL BLAST --- Monongahela avenue is today a scene of great activity Especially is this noticeable between Fifth and Sixth street, where the primaries are being held. The old time Portvue borough politicians are out and they are not leaving a stone unturned.. There are those who claim to know who the winners will be but this is a little indefinite. The vote is going to the heavy, possibly the largest ever cast at a primary election in the history of the borough.. The News heard it said this morning that the fight for counseling between Messrs. McDougal, Hartman, Sparks and McMahon, but the friends of Mr. Chester say he is also deeply in it.. The assessor fight, Mr. Furman stated, was not all one-sided, and the result cannot be known until the votes are counted.both Mr. Bottomly and Mr. Furman are at the polls working hard. The candidates for school directors are laying low, having no opposition. They are busy as bees looking after school matters See Monday's News for a full account of the election. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 9, 1904 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Quite a number of the I. O. O. F. members went to Frank, Pa., to attend the union meeting of the I. O. O. F. at that place.. J. W. Jones, while in Pittsburg yesterday took quite ill. He is reported much improved today.. Mrs. J. M. Devore of Washington county spent yesterday with her daughter, Mrs. W. F. Sparks of Vermont avenue.. This is an ideal election day. If you have not voted, vote now, that is your privilege has a citizen Vote for the best man.. The window smasher has not as yet put in his appearance at Glassport. If he does, he will find each merchant ready for him with a rifle in hand. So take timely warning, whoever you are, stay away. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 28, 1904 - GLASSPORT - I.N. Blosser, the well-known Ohio Avenue resident, entertained at his residence at a stag party in honor of Andrew Mesline, a representative of the American Brewing Company ... Those present were John Glitherow, I.N. Blosser, J.S. Willis, F.W. Myers, J.W. Manning, George Arnold, Jacob Rusha, Paul Macey, Andrew Mesline and George Harger. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA December/January, 2003/2004. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
FEBRUARY 5, 1904 --- AGAINST PROPOSED SALOON --- Miss Lizzie Caughey who resides at Otto was preparing ... to fight the petition for a proposed saloon that may be located at Otto. A number of persons who reside at Otto stated they would sign the remonstrance because they thought a saloon was altogether not necessary in such a clean residence place. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA February/March 2004. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
FEBRUARY 19, 1904 - GLASSPORT - Miss Rose McLaughlin and Miss May McCann, two well-known young ladies of this borough, left for Philadelphia to enter a training school for nurses. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA February/March 2004. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
June 30, 1904 --- OLD GLASSMAKER HAS RETIRED --- J.B. Russell Tenders His Resignation as Manager of United States Glass Works -- Said He Would Quit at 60 and Did So -- His Past Life. It will doubtless be news to many persons to learn that J. B. Russell, the well known and popular citizen of Monongahela avenue has resigned his position as manager of the United States Glass company, this place. The resignation takes effect July 1st.. Mr. Russell has been in the employ of the company for the past ten years, during which time he has held the position above mentioned.There is no more experienced glass maker in the valley than Mr. Russell, who has the reputation of being one of the very best. His resignation would not have been considered by the company, had his desire to retire not been so firm.It is said that Mr. Russell had at one time stated that when he reached the three-score mark he would quit the glass business. That statement he has kept and is today preparing for an extended trip through the south, east and west.Mr. Russell was 60 years old on the 24th of this month and has been in the glass business a half of a century.During his life he has worked in four plants. He was sole proprietor of a factory at Chicago, which he later disposed of. He then went to manage the Hobs & Brookunier works at Wheeling, leaving there some years afterwards to take charge of a plant at Fostoria, O. Several years later, he came to Glassport and became an important factor in the starting of the United States glass plant here. He is a large stockholder in the concern and while no longer employed there, he will retain his interest.. Mr. Russell is the patentee of the gold finish now put on fancy glassware, which he some time ago disposed of to a good advantage.. During his management at the plant Mr. Russell has made a long chain of friends. His affable disposition and congenial way has won a warm placefor him in the hearts of all, even down to the small boy who "gathers". The workmen regret to see him leave, and have not been reluctantto so express themselves.. Mr. Russell will leave in a few days for York, Pa., on a visit to friends. He expects to spend the fall and winter seasons on the Pacific coast, leaving about October for that place. Upon his return from York, Pa., he intends to go to St. Louis and take in the World's fair.. Mr. Russell will be succeeded by Mr. John Redman, one of the brightest young men in the glass business today. He is at present employed as night superintendent, a position he held with credit for many years. Like Mr. Russell, Mr. Redman has a very sunny dispostion and all of the boys are pleased to hear of his appointment.Just who will suceed Mr. Redman has not yet been given out by the General Manager S. A. Bryes. Source: McKeesport Daily News
July 23, 1904 --- ST. CECELIA PICNIC --- The Committees Have All Been Appointed to Look After the Detail Work --- Calhoun Park Selected --- The time has again rolled around for the holding of the annual picnic of the St. Cecelia R. C. church. Calhoun park has been selected as the place of holding same and the date is Tuesday, August 9. An effort is being put forth to make this the most successful outing yet. Rev. Thomas Rea has appointed the following committees who will have charge of the affair: Executive committee -- Patrick Payton, Patrick Kelley, Edward McMullen.. Gate committee -- P. J. Morrissey, Philip Jacobs, Timothy McAuliffe, John Holmes, Michael Fallon, Michael Durr, Patrick McVeigh, Patrick Dunahue, Charles Moritz, Timothy McMullen and James McQuillen.. Transportation committee -- William Schoupp, Fred Custer, Timothy Dougherty, George Merritt.. Dancing door committee -- Lawrence Fagan, Charles Hannum, William De Shields, Edward Gabble, William Durr, Richard Donovan, Edward Bishop.. Committee on amusements -- James O'Hanlon, Michael Holmes, Joseph Larimer, Edward Mailey, John Durr, Joseph Ward, George Ward, Joan Tanney, Edward McMullen, Patrick Kelley, J. W. Kolm and J. L. Vellen.. Advertising committee -- P. J. Morrissey, Matthew Ward, Edward Mailey, John Keim, Gustave Detrich and J. J. Scholtos.. The following ladies will have charge of the dinner tables: Mrs. Patrick McVeigh, Mrs. Michael Holmes, Mrs. William Schoupp, Mrs. Elizabeth Quail, Mrs. Mary De Shields, Mrs. William Hatfield, Mrs. P. J. Morrissey, Mrs. Edward McMullen, Mrs. Joseph Larimer, and Mrs. John Merritt.. Young ladies committee -- Miss Margaret Ward, Miss Agnes Boyle, Miss Laura Donovan, Miss Lucille O'Hanlon, Miss Margaret Madden, __, Miss Lizzie McAuliffe, Alice Tague. Source: McKeesport Daily News
July 23, 1904 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- R. H. Baxter of the Glassport Lumber Co., is at Jeannette today, overseeing the finishing touches put on the palatial residence of Dr. Baxter, which is being built by the company.. Vernor and Flora Gregg of Carnegie are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stephens of Monongahela avenue.. F. W. Myers of Monongahela avenue is able to be about again after a few days illness. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 5, 1904 --- THE OTTO SCHOOL --- Otto Residents Feel That the School Board Should Take The Matter Up. A Six-Room Building Is Needed -- Some of the resident os Otto are of the opinion that the local school board should take up the question of providing for them a public school. They assert that $5,000 was put aside for a building in Otto in the recent bond issue, and while they believe the question has not been set aside, they feel as though the matter should be brought up and discussed. A number of the residents at Otto would like to see a six-room building, while others think four large rooms would be sufficient. "The distance from Otto to Glassport is considerable," said a resident this morning. He is of the opinion that a site should be selected immediately.. The local board has a good deal to contend with lately, and having a new school building on their hands at the present time possibly feel that just as soon as it is out of the way the Otto project will be taken up.Just whether the board will consider the Joseph Y. Caughey proposition or put up an entire new brick building is not known. Otto is a rapidly growing suburb and will in time stand in need of a good substantial school building. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 11, 1904 --- CHANGE MADE FOR OPENING --- Since the Item in Yesterday's News on School Question, Some Memebers of Board Have Conferred With the Contractor to Have 12 Rooms Finished by October 1st. In yesterday's issue of the News an item appeared on the school question, and among other things it was stated that the school would not begin until November 1st, on accountof the inability of the contractors to complete the job.. Since that time members of the board have talked with the contractor and it has been satisfactorily arranged to complete 12 of the 14 rooms in order that school may take up, making the term eight months instead of seve. The move is considered the most wise and it is thought that there will be no trouble experienced in getting matters in shape for October first.. In a week or so, Mrs. Harriet Miller, the principal, will place the various teachers and will send the list as a recommendation to the board.. The dedication of the building will not likely occur until Thanksgiving day, when a most elaborate program will be rendered. Details of this event will appear later.. The Glassport Lumber Company which is erecting the new building, has a double force of men at work. The contract, while a large one, is not the largest school of its kind the company has built, but the company management says it is one of the very best. In talking to Mr. Baxter, the manager of the company, he said that when the building was completed Glassport would have one of the finest educational edifices in the county. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 11, 1904 --- HANDSOME HOTEL VISITED BY OVER 500 PEOPLE. --- "The Grand ", one of the large and fine hotels in Glassport, and owned by Michael Gross, was opened yesterday. During the day, at least 500 persons visited the building, and inspected it from the first story to the fourth.. Miss Gross acted as hostess and performed her part in a charming manner. She, with her cousin, played and sang many selections during the day.. Last evening a very large crowd of gentlemen and their wives were present. An informal program of music was rendered, after which dancing was indulged in for a time. The guests were treated to a dainty luncheon. The event was a most successful and joyous one and reflects much credit on Mr. Gross and his daughter. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 11, 1904 --- NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS SEALED PROPOSALS --- Sealed proposals will be received by the Street Committee of Glassport Council for the Grading, Curbing and Paving of Ohio avenue from Third street to Seventh street, a distance of 2,350 feet, in the Borough of Glassport, Allegheny County, Pa.. Plans and specifications can be seen at the office of Bourough Engineer, P. S. McMullen. Bids will close on Monday, August 15th, at 7 o'clock p.m. Each bid must be accompanied with a certified check of $1,000.00. The Committee reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Leave with or address all bids to Geo. W. Hartman, Chairman of the Street Committee. GEO. W. HARTMAN a3-3t-fp-a6-at-g Chairman Street Com. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 11, 1904 --- NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS SEALED PROPOSALS --- Sealed proposals will be received by the Street Committee of Glassport Council for the Grading, Curbing and Paving of Sixth street from P. McK. & B. R. R. to Indiana avenue, a distance of 1,450 feet, in the Borough of Glassport, Allegheny County, Pa.. Plans and specifications can be seen at the office of Bourough Engineer, P. S. McMullen. Bids will close on Monday, August 15th, at 7 o'clock p.m. Each bid must be accompanied with a certified check of $1,000.00. The Committee reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Leave with or address all bids to Geo. W. Hartman, Chairman of the Street Committee. GEO. W. HARTMAN a3-3t-fp-a6-at-g Chairman Street Com. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 16, 1904 --- ERBECK BROS. GET CONTRACT --- Council Last Evening Awarded the Contracts for the Grading, Paving and Curbing of Ohio Avenue and Sixth Street -- Many Bids Received -- Council met in special session last evening for the purpose of opening and tabulating the bids for the grading, curbing and paving of Ohio avenue between Third and Seventh streets and Sixth street from the P. & L. E. railroad to Indiana avenue.All members of council were present since the meeting was quite important. The contracts were finally awarded to Erbeck Bros. of Homestead, who were the lowest and best bidders. Erbeck Bros. have been in the business for many years. The management of the firm says it will complete both jobs in 90 days and will use a steam shovel on the work.This is the first contract the firm has procured in Glassport. Work will be commenced as soon as the contract and other papers are drawn up and properly signed.. Following are the bids received on the Ohio avenue improvement: Erbeck Bros., $15,564.00; Bowman Bros. $17, 666.00; J. J. Butler, $17, 940.00; D. V. Ault, $18,086.00; Hastings E. Owens, $18,120.00; W. W. Kelley, $18,188.00; Warren Furman, $18,504.00; International Construction Co., $18,660.00; Acarini Bros., $19,784.00 and James Ferry & Sons, $20, 444.00.. The following bids were received for Sixth street improvement: Erbeck Bros., $12,854.00; Bowman Bros., $14,212.00; D. V. Ault & Co., $14,296.50; W. W. Kelley, $14, 517.50; Hastings and Owens, $14620.00; International Construction Co., $14, 774.00; D. J. Maddigan & Co., $14,791.50; Warren Furman, $15,342.00; Anernina & Co., $16,592.50; Harry Hall & Co., $17,439.50; and James Ferry & Son, $18,542.00. There was no further business when council adjourned. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 23, 1904 --- THE SPRING NOW READY --- P. S McMullen, for the Borough, Mapped Out a Plan by Which a Public Spring Could be Provided for, Opened for Public Use This Morning -- "Free to the people" is an inscription which might be placed, or carved in the rock, near the big spring, located at the corner of Seventh street and Ohio avenue.. Nearly everybody in Glassport knows of the natural fountain of pure crystal water which has flowed from the rock at this point for years. There have however been many requests that the place be taken care of in some manner, but nothing was done until Borough Engineer P. S. McMullen outlined a plan which was thought to be very feasible. This he presented to council which authorized him to go ahead. As a result of this forethought Glassport has today a drinking fountain, which without a doubt will be liberally patronized by mankind.. A description of the spring at this time would not be out of place, and is at any rate deserving of special mention. Only those who know the conditions at the spring prior to the change can appreciate the situation as it now is. The well is faced with a solid piece of cut stone work, six inches thick and several feet long. The bowl is 3 x 4 feet and 16 inches deep. The face work and bowl are cut from a solid rock. The rock through which the water has flowed for years was cut back considerable, and a 10 foot filter bed of broken sand stone was placed in the foundation which is cemented. After this heavy bed of stone had been installed the top was also cemented, this making it absolutely dirt proof top and bottom. At each side of the filter bed, cement protection was inlaid. The water after it leaves the filter is directed to a narrow outlet, which then flows clear as crystal to the bowl below. The overflow pipe carries the surplus water to a trough located a short distance from the spring, and instead of the water flowing as it has done, from the trough in the past to the street keeping it continually in a muddy and impassable condition, it is carried away by a sewer outlet. The opening to the spring is well protected.. Street Commissioner W. G. Hatfield has the honor of doing the work carefully supervised by the Borough Engineer P. S. McMullen. The spring is said to be free from any contamination whatsoever and is appreciated by all. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 23, 1904 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Frank Erbeck this morning, started on the Ohio avenue and Sixth street improvement. Over 100 men were put to work.. Street Commissioner W. H. Hatfield stated to a News representative that he proposed to enforce the dog ordinance to the letter, and advised all who own dogs to see that they are properly muzzled during the months prescribed in the ordinance.. Quite a number of baseball sports of this place, especially admirers of the New York club, went to Pittsburg yesterday to see the two games. They returned very much disheartened, the games having been postponed on account of rain.. During the absence of W. L. McClaran, the well known druggist, G. W. Wilson, a pharmacist of Butler, will take charge of the prescription department. Mr. Wilson is a very courteous young man.. Squire George Pastre had a very busy day yesterday, having disposed of 16 civil cases. The squire says that there is very little disorder in the borough at the present time.. The Weaver Hardware company, yesterday received two very nice contracts for plumbing, and tin and slate roofong. One was secured at Elizabeth and the other at Dravosburg. Source: McKeesport Daily News
September 1, 1904 - 200 WORKMEN MADE HAPPY - Notices were posted at Glassport by the officials of the American Ax and Tool Company to the effect that every department of the big works would be placed in operation next Monday morning. The starting of the lower departments of the big plant will be good news to over 200 men ... The three plants that were dismantled and removed to Glassport last spring ... will make the works at Glassport the largest of the kind in this country. McKeesport Heritage Newsletter August/September 2004 originally taken from McKeesport Daily News.
September 2, 1904 --- $6,000 FIRE THIS MORNING --- The Weaver Hardware Store Partially Gutted -- Water Did Much Damage. J. Leroy Weaver Almost Suffocated. -- Fire broke out in the Weaver hardware store in Monongahela avenue this morning about 3 o'clock and damage to the extent of $6,000 resulted. The most of the damage was done by water. The loss is fully covered by insurance. The interior of the building to the rear is only slightly damaged and can doubtless be repaired at a small expense. The most of the damage is to the stock.. About 3 o'clock this morning, J. LeRoy Weaver, the senior member of the firm of the Weaver Bros. Hardware company, was awakened out of his sleep by the smell of smoke. When he attempted to dress he staggered and was almost suffocated. He rushed downstairs and when he reached the front door, No. 2 fire company had arrived and soon a stream of water turned into the building, which was so dense with smoke that it was impossible to see any distance at all. The boys of No. 2 worked heroically when they were joined a few minutes later by company No. 1. It was impossible to ascertain for a time where the fire was burning, and was only discovered when an incision was made in the wall at the rear of the store. As soon as the air reached this spot flames shot up between the brick and veneered woodwork. This reached the second story and was beginning to eat up everything with which it came in contact. A stream of water soon reduced the flames and finally extinguished them The fire boys then proceeded to another section of the building and found the same thing existing as in the lower story. The position of the fire made it hard to get at and it was only with the hardest kind of work that the firemen saved the entire structure. The rear end of the store is gutted but the storeroom proper is not so badly damaged.. The stock is owned by the Weaver Hardware company, and the building is the property of the heirs of the Cummins estate.. The fire companies deserve much credit for their timely appearance and the heroic manner in which they worked.. The fire was practically discovered by Charles Harbaugh, who is doing extra police duty. He was coming up Monongahela avenue, when he smelled a strong odor of burning wood. As he approached closer to the Weaver store, the odor became stronger and soon he observed that the store in question was on fire. A general alarm was sent in by the engines on the P. and L. E. railroad, which brought out the fire companies.. J. LeRoy Weaver, the senior member of the firm, when seen this morning, said the first thing he thought about was the awful affair which befell his brother and the late Mr. and Mrs. Cummins. He said he could not understand how he stood the smoke as long as he did. Mr. Weaver continued: "My wife and family, as luck would have it, are away, and I'm sure if they had been here they would have suffocated. I staggered like a drunken man when I jumped from my bed and as soon as I reached the stairway, I was confronted with great clouds of smoke. How I reached the street in safety, I don't know.".. When asked how the fire originated Mr. Weaver said: "I am unable to answer that question. I have been trying to ascertain the cause, but cannot. From all appearances, the fire was confined between the brick and wood veneer work. I expect as soon as the insurance is adjusted, to get things into shape and open up again for business.".. No damage, whatever, was done to the tin repair shop building which adjoins the general store. Source: McKeesport Daily News
September 2, 1904 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Mrs. T. A. Lapsley, of Ohio avenue, has gone to Jeannette to visit her daughter, Mrs. C. M. Howard.. Mrs. C. E. Harbaugh, of Cleveland, O. has returned home after spending a month with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Lapsley, of Ohio avenue.. Mrs. J. A. Lapsley, of Ohio avenue, has gone to Blairsville, and Indiana on a visit to relatives.. The well known firm of Lapsley Bros., have received contracts to erect two new six room houses. One is for W. H. Jackson, of Vermont avenue, and the other is for Oliver Stackmiller, of Ohio avenue. The first will cost $3,000, and the other $2,000. The same firm is erecting an addition to the John Rearick building in the Eleventh ward of McKeesport. Source: McKeesport Daily News
December 2, 1904 --- MUNICIPAL BUILDING --- The new municipal building of the borough of Glassport is now about ready for occupancy and is a structure that the borough can well feel proud of. It was erected by Lapsley Bros., the well-known local lumber dealers and contractors, at a cost of over $8,000 ... It is two stories high and is one of the most complete of its kind for municipal purposes in the valley. McKeesport Heritage Newsletter December 2004 / January 2005 originally taken from McKeesport Daily News.
January 19, 1905 --- BIG CROWDS IN ATTENDANCE --- Another Large Congregation at the Presbyterian Church Last Evening. Every Available Chair in auditorium Was Occupied. -- More persons participated in the congregational music at the union meetings last evening than on any previous occasion. That feature of the service was particularly inspiring. Everybody came to hear a good sermon and from what nearly everybody says they got more than they really expected. Rev. Bartlett, pastor of the evangelical church was assigned to do the preaching for the evening. He was fully prepared, as he always is, and made one of the greatest impressions that was never made on any audience that has yet sat before him since locating in this borough. His remarks were of a telling nature. He stood by the divine teachings of Christ, and sent home to the hearts of the people many emphatic declarations covering pure and undefiled religion.. Special music of the evening was again furnished by the male quartet from the city of McKeesport. Their renditions were all very appropriate to the occasion. The song service preceding the sermon was as usual lively, and greatly enjoyed. Rev. Bartlett took for his text, "Behold I stand at the door and knock." Among other things Rev. Mr. Bartlett said. "Our text was three departments in it: Jesus Christ's abiding attitude to save, are attitude to Jesus as our savior to save a man from his sins, and lastly the sequences to follow in natural order... " This evening there will be two trios saying by members of the male quartet who are furnishing the music. One will be the "railways song" so familiar to railroad men. The sermon will be reached possibly by the Rev. Mr. Osborne. It is fully expected that by the time for beginning this evening, the church will be crowded. The effort that is being put forth by the pastors is already beginning to manifest itself. All of the working men are urged to be present at this evening service. Should the church not be able to hold all who come, the doors of the Methodist church will be thrown open. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 19, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Two more days and all will know who the successful candidates are for the various offices of the borough. Five out of six candidates for council say they are going to win. There are but two to elect.. The Republican primaries will take place next Saturday. The polling places will be at the fire engine house in the new municipal building.. The Clairton bowlers are expected over this evening, to play a game with the local aggregation. The game will take place at the Manning alley.. J. J. Glithero, the well-known merchant, who has been in the south for several weeks, has returned home. He reports as having a most delightful time.. Squire George Pastre is confined to his home with an attack of rheumatism. George says he will be all right before election day.. Some time ago The News quoted a well-known politician as saying "that it seemed very strange that some of the candidates for council one of the public to know that they were not tying up with any faction." This scene to ire at least one of the candidates for council, and that one is Walter C. Niven. Mr. Niven stated to a representative of The News the other day that he wanted the voters to understand that he was not ashamed of the men that stood back of him. Among other things Mr. Niven said: "I stand as a candidate for council fearless as a man could be. I am not ashamed of the men who stood nobly by me. I have tried to fulfill all of the promises I've made when I entered the fight one year ago relative to the improvements of the borough. If other men go back on those who stood with them, I am free to say that I shall not." Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 23, 1905 --- WAS A HOT ELECTION --- Harry Rommell and J. K. Hughes Are the Victors in the Councilmanic Contest - Edward McMullen Defeats Alexander --- Last Saturdays primary election in this borough was a hotly contested one from start to finish. The combination against the old councilmen proved too strong and Messrs. Harry Rommell and J. K. Hughes were chosen. The carefully arranged plans of Messrs. Hughes and Rommell were carried out and they made a clean fight. There was no mud slinging and the results seem to satisfy the greater number of people. It was prophesied by politicians early Saturday morning that Rommell and McMahon would win, but the friends of Mr. Hughes knew better. In the afternoon the betting changed. The votes were polled steadily, without any disorder.. The surprise of the day was the defeat of Robert Alexander for school director. He was defeated by Edward McMullen. The latter is a new hand in politics.. Outside of the councilmanic and school director fight there was little or no interest manifested; as that part of the ticket was unopposed.. The polls opened promptlyat 2 PM and closed at 7 PM. The total number of votes cast was 541. Mr. Rommell polled 25 votes more than Mr. Hughes and Mr. Hughes exceeded Mr. McMahon's vote by 50. Mr. Niven came fourth in the race. On the official ballot the name of Thomas King appeared as a candidate for constable. He positively asserted to the voters during the primary that he was not a candidate and as a result no attention was paid to this portion of the contest, Henry Harper securing nearly all of the votes cast.. The results are as follows: For council, two to elect, three-year term --Niven, 157; McMahon, 201; Hughes, 254; Rommell, 279;F. J. Young, 8 and Edward McGowan, 51.. School director, one to elect -- McMullen, 251; Porter, 54; Alexander, 233; and A. E. Lapsley, 280.. The other nominations are: Auditor, C. S. Matthlot; high constable, W. F. Barbetts; constable, Henry Harper; Judge of election, Patrick Peyton; inspector, J. E. Norris; executive committee, David Kintor, John Norton, G. W. Coursin, R. M. Hatfield and Harlow Benedict.. Mr. Hughes, one of the successful candidates for council, was seen on the streets this morning and was feeling good over the election. He feels grateful to all who assisted him in any way. Mr. Niven was conversed with and when asked how the election went said: "Well, it was a landslide for the other fellows. The combination against us was too much". Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 23, 1905 --- Services This Week --- The union meetings are to be continued at the Presbyterian Church this week. This announcement was made in the various churches last evening. This evening there is a possibility that Rev. Hunter of the Methodist Episcopal Church, will preached the sermon and Mr. Bell and his daughter, of McKeesport, will lead the singing. All who can are urged to turn out. It is expected that some special effort will be made to have more cards signed this week than that of last. About 35 persons signify their intention of leading better lives by the signing of cards. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 23, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Messrs Warren Furman, John B. Edmundson and Edward Mayhugh went to Pittsburg today.. Patrolmen Thomas Case went on duty again last Saturday evening.. L. H. Edmundson, tax collector of the borough, is rapidly recovering from his recent illness.. W. P. Fife and wife, of Otto, were yesterday the guests of Wilkinsburg friends.. Real Estate Agent W. P. FifeSaturday sold a lot on Ohio Avenue for Fred W. Dreyer to R. L. Sennett of this place.. Last Saturdays election in the borough, it is said, was one of the most orderly ever held in the borough. The municipal building makes very good voting place. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 24, 1905 --- AN EVENING OF PLEASURE --- The St. Thomas Society Holds a Reception and Euchre -- Very Large Crowd Present -- Six Rises Awarded -- Nearly 300 persons attended the Euchre and reception at the Morrissey Fifth Avenue hotel parlors last evening, which was given under the auspices of the St. Thomas society of this place.. The reception committee was on hand bright and early, and began to receive the guests as early as 7 PM. By nine o'clock the crowd had swelled to nearly 300. Mrs. Morrisseyhad to throw the entire house open to the guests. The large dining room presented a charming spectacle. The decorations were very profuse. There were 30 tables in position. All were occupied in the game of progressive euchre began While this progressed the younger folks indulged in other games. At 11 o'clock the prizes were awarded successful ones. There were three gentlemen's and three ladies' prizes bestowed. They were as follows: Ladies' first a punchbowl; second, fancy hand-painted platter, and third, a fancy dresser ornament. Gent's first prize, a fine water set; second, box of cigars; third, a miniature hatchet. The successful winners cannot be announced at this time. The luncheon that followed was one of the best the society has yet served. The refreshment committee surely did its part of the work admirably. Of course all enjoyed this feature. There was plenty of good local and instrumental music, which added much to the enjoyment of the occasion. The net proceeds amounted to $54. That the society will greatly profit by the affair there is not the slightest doubt. Arrangements are now being made to hold a more elaborate affair in the very near future. One of the features of this event will be a contest which is being arranged for. Further particulars of this will be announced later in the columns of The News. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 24, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- The mother of postmaster R. M. Russell of York, Pa., is still living. While her condition is somewhat improven, grave fears are entertained as to her recovery.. The Glassport Lumber company has commenced to remodel the Manhattan cafe. The place is now operated under the title of the Glassport grocery company, A. D. Williams, manager. The alterations, when completed, will add much to the appearance of the place.. Arthur Milligan of Milligantown, Pa., is today the guest of his cousin, Robert H. Baxter, of the Glassport Lumber company.. There is nothing new in the political situation of the borough. It was intimated to the News this morning that there would possibly be an independent ticket in the field. In talking to a local politician today it was learned that every person who ran on the Republican tickethad taken a pledge to stand by the decision of the Republican primaries and that it was not likely that any of the defeated candidates would attempt to violate that pledge.. The union services at the first Presbyterian Church last evening was well attended. The sermon was preached by the Rev. Mr. Osborne It was a forceful and practical discourse. The after service was conducted by Rev. Bartlett, and was, as usual, impressive. Mr. James Bell and his daughter furnished splendid music for the occasion. Rev. Hunter preaches tonight. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 25, 1905 --- BOY DRANK CARBOLIC ACID --- Two-Year Old Son of Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Hatch Has a Narraow Escape. Some Better This Morning. --- John, the two-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hatch, of Otto, came near ending his life last evening about seven o'clock by drinking a quantity of carbolic acid. Immediately after the act Dr. E. L. Ebhard was called worked with the little chap for hours. This morning the boy is reported as getting along very well.. The affair happened last evening as the hour above hinted. Mrs. Hatch, the mother of the boy, was busy in an adjoining room sewing, when she heard a scream from the direction of the kitchen. She hastened back and found her baby boy writhing in great agony. The bottle on the floor told the story. The child had gotten upon a chair and commenced to go through the cabinet containing extracts and other ingredients.. The mother hasten to the telephone and called Dr.Erhard. The physician arrived in the few minutes and use all of the means at his command. The child had become unconscious, but revived later in the evening. This morning a call was made at the home where it was learned that the boy was getting along nicely. The bottle was a seven-ounce vial and had been almost full of the acid. When the mother picked it up it was about empty. It is thought that the child swallowed only a small portion of the contents, as much of the acid had been spilled.. Mr. Hatch was in McKeesport, but was immediately summoned home. For a time the boy's life was dispaired of. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 25, 1905 --- "JACK" NICOL SUPERINTENDENT. --- Has Been Put in Charge of the Gas and coke Works at Otto -- Was Formerly the Travelling Construction Manager. -- "Jack" Nicol, the well-known citizen of this place, has been assigned to the superintendency of the United Gas and Coal company's plant at Otto. He has already taken hold and will at once commence to make some improvements.. Former superintendent Mr. Hillier resigned the position February 1. Mr. Nicol has been with the firm for years. For a time he had charge of the plant here. He was asked to accept the position as traveling construction manager, which position he accepted and filled with credit for a period of three years. The friends of Mr. Nicol will all doubtless be glad to hear of the good news of his return to the old position. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 25, 1905 --- MR. MACDOUGALL RESIGNS POSITION AT FOUNDRY --- Will Take Effect First of February. Was Presented first of Year.-- Has Responsible Position to Go to -- Has Been Here four Years.-- Duncan MacDougall, the well-known superintendent of the Pittsburg Steel Foundry company, this place, as redesigned his position to take effect Feb. 1. The resignation was turned into the company the first of the year period. Mr. MacDougall was called up on the telephone and corroborated the above. When asked where he had intended locating, he stated that he was not at the present time ready to make a statement. He did state that he had had several offers made to him, and that he had about decided to accept one. Mr. MacDougall has been superintendent of the plant here for over four years. He is an all-around man in the smelting and molding business. During the stay of Mr. MacDougall in the borough he has been closely identified with municipal affairs, and has always taken an active part in politics. He may remain with the firm for some time to come. His successor has not yet been named. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 25, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Joseph Platt, of the borough of Etna, was yesterday the guest of his old friend W. J. Riffner, of Ohio Avenue.. J. W. Furman, of Indiana, Pa., arrived in the borough yesterday, and will be the guest of his son Warren Furman, of Vermont Avenue. Mr. Furman thinks Glassport is a bustling and busy little manufacturing center.. The unions service of the first Presbyterian Church still continues to be very interesting. The attendance was not so large last evening The sermon was preached by Rev. Hunter. He took for his subject, "Faith" The discourse was one from which many good lessons could be taken. Rev. Osborne conducted the after service. Two persons signed cards This evening Rev. Osborne will preach the sermon. Mr. Bell and his daughter sang several impressive songs They will be present again this evening. All are welcome.. Miss Matilda Riffner, the daughter of ex-chief of police W. J. Riffner, of this place has, at the request of her many friends entered the "Popular Woman contest", advocated by a Pittsburg paper. Through the kindness of Squire Pastre the Squire's office has been assigned at the place to leave coupons. Miss Riffner has been in several contests and has always been lucky enough to be one of the winners.. Mrs. Jacob Rusha, of Ohio Avenue, was 46 years old yesterday. This, for friends found out, and as a result a genuine surprise was sprung on her last evening. About 50 of her friends assembled at the Rusha home and at an unexpected moment entered the room where she was pleasantly conversing with a friend... Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 30, 1905 --- GLASSPORT CHURCH RE-OPENED --- The United Evangelical Church of this place, of which Rev. Barlett is the pastor, was re-opened yesterday after being closed for repairs for nearly three weeks. During this time the congregation has been worshipping in other quarters ... The interior has been beautifully frescoed and new quadruple Welsbach lights have been placed in position. Then entire floor space of the auditorium has been covered with new carpet and all the wood work has been repainted. McKeesport Heritage Newsletter December 2004 / January 2005 originally taken from McKeesport Daily News.
July 15, 1905 --- LOCAL POLITICS WARMING UP --- The Weeds Are Full of Perspective Candidates -- It Is Said That There Will Be Opposition for All of the Offices -- Will There Be Factions? -- The spring political pot has commenced to boil in Glassport, a very unusual thing for this time of the year. Never in the history of the borough has spring politics been brought to the front at such an early day. The exact reason for this could not accurately be ascertained, but it probably means a contest ? where, doubtless the the old factional war again. The representative of the News learned this morning that there are already quite a number of candidates in the field for the various offices. The burgess fight, it is said, will wax warm. There are at least four persons at the present time in the field. They are W. M. Sparks, John F. Reed, P. J. Kelley and George Pforsich. All four are at present filling councilmanic chairs, and have been in office for several years. Fences are already being built. It is more likely that some of these candidates will draw out of the contest before the fight begins in earnest.. The present tax collector, Levi H. Edmundson, will be a candidate for re-election. He has served the borough for many years and has always been looked upon as a very efficient official. He will be opposed this time by James C. Bottomley, the present efficient assessor.Mr. Bottomley told a representative of this paper this morning to announce him as candidate for the position of tax collector.. The News was informed this morning that there would be a score or more of persons out for the office of school director. There are two to go out this year. Two of the present councilmen's terms also expire. There will be opposition in this race also.It is expected that within a week or so there will be some names come to the front, and just as soon as ththey are given out The News will be pleased to announce them. There is talk on "getting together," about deciding on certain persons for office. This means that the old question of factional fight is to come up, a thing that the people of Glassport would like to see abolished. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 28, 1905 --- THE REPORT IS DENIED --- Pittsburg Steel Foundry Officials Openly Deny That Strike is Settled and Also Say the Plan to Will be Operated Non-Union --- Superintendent Hassell, of the Pittsburg Steel Foundry company, gave to a representative of The News this morning a statement from his firm contradicting the rumors that have gone abroad to the effect that the strike at the plant has been amicably settled. The statement sent from the Pittsburg offices of the Company is as follows: "The report rppearing in the Pittsburgh Dispatch yesterday that the strike at the Glassport works of the Pittsburg steel foundry had been settled by the resignation of Duncan MacDougall as superintendent, is entirely wrong. It is true that Mr. MacDougall did resign, but the question of the strike, union or non union, had no bearing on the case what ever. The works are now operated with a full complement of non union moulders and there is no intention of the management taking back any of the striking moulders, or, in fact any union moulder. There has been quiet at Glassport for a number of weeks and the plant is running without interruption." Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 28, 1905 --- REOPENING OF CHURCH --- United Evangelical Church Has Been Beautifully Murescoed And Otherwise Improved --- After having been closed for several weeks, the United Evangelical church, in Vermont Avenue will be reopened. The interior has undergone a thorough change. The walls have been murescoed and beautified otherwise at the hand of a skilled artist. The Sunday school room has also been frescoed. New carpet has been put down in the auditorium and the seats and pulpit revarnished. New Welsbach quadruple lights have been put in various places and tomorrow evening when the lights are turned on the auditorium will have a much different appearance. All who can are urged to attend the morning, afternoon and evening sessions. The usual Saturday evening service will occur this evening. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 28, 1905 --- Celebrated Wedding Anniversary --- Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Riffner were last evening greatly surprised by many of their friends calling on them just about the time the family were retiring for the night.. Yesterday was the 25th wedding anniversary and during the week's Squire George Pastre and others who knew of the approaching day, invited about 50 persons to assemble at the Pastre home to proceed to that of W. J. Riffner. All responded to the invitation and marched to the Riffner home in Ohio Avenue. The couple was greatly surprised and soon made all welcome Games were indulged in till about 10:30 when the Oriental Mandolin club furnished music for dancing. A most excellent luncheon was served. Mr. and Mrs. Riffner entertained in a most enjoyable manner. The occasion was one that will not readily be forgotten. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 28, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- It is expected that the union services will close after this week period. It is rumored that C. M. Morgan, a well-known citizen of the borough, will be a candidate for council on an independent ticket. A call was made at the office of the Pittsburg steel hoop plant, but Mr. Morgan was not in at the time. An official spoken to neither confirmed nor denied the story.. Frances P., the 13-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Jones, of Fifth Street, last evening was greatly surprised when a number of her young friends called on her, to assist in celebrating her 13th birthday. The young people had a most enjoyable time. Parlor games, music and a fine lunch were the diversions. Miss Frances received quite a number of useful presents. All left at a late hour wishing their young friend many happy birthdays to come. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 31, 1905 --- EXONERATIONS TO COMMITTEE --- Council Met Last Evening and Referred the Tax Collector's Uncollect List to the Finance Committee for a Recommendation-- Other Business -- A special meeting of the borough council was held last evening for the purpose of taking up the uncollected list of taxes for the year 1904. The tax collector sent in a communication making counsel to act on the uncollections. All of the members were present and the list was read. It consumed just one hour for the clerk to read the list. The question was raised as to whether or not the matter had been referred to the finance committee. It was stated that it had not. It was decided to have the matter referred to the committee, when council could act on the recommendation. This all the members concluded was the best course to pursue and a motion to that the effect was put and carried.. Mr. Niven brought up the matter of the Pollock road, that has been hanging fire in council for over three years Mr. Niven was of the opinion that it was about time the matter was out of the way. He presented an ordinance to the effect that the borough vacate the old township road which is now on record as one of the streets of the borough, to the Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad, it to give in exchange a street just as good. It was decided to have the ordinance read for information, which was done. There was no indemnification bond attached and the provision for the same. The bill, by motion, was referred to the ordinance committee. It will be taken up at the next meeting of council. There was no further business and adjournment was taken. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 31, 1905 --- AX AND TOOL WORKS AGAIN IN OPERATION --- All of the plantsof the American Ax and Tool company were closed down yesterday out of respect to the father of the president of the company C. W. Hubbard, Sr., whose fuel occurred yesterday from his late home at Pittsburg. Nearly all of the office force and a large percentage of the workman attended the funeral from this place. This morning the plan resumed in full. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 31, 1905 --- For the Annual Tea Party --- Preliminary arrangements are being made for the annual tea party which will be held in the near future for the benefit of St. Cecelia's church of this place. Three contests have been inaugurated and handsome prizes have been donated by prominent members of the congregation. The first prize is a handsome picture of the faster, the gift of Mrs. Edward McMullen, whose brother J. H. Trapp, an artist of Pittsburg, painted. The contestants for this prize are Mrs. Joseph Larimer, Mrs. Lizzie Quail, Mrs. William Schnupp and Mrs. Edward McMullen. Mrs. Thomas Guilfoy donated a fine quilt. Mrs. Guilfoy and Mrs. David McCusker have charge of this contest Mrs. J. B. Russell donated a pair of beautiful vases. The contesting for this prize are Miss Tillie Rainey, Miss Lizzie Durr and Miss Margaret Kracken. The contests will close on the night of the tea party, the date of which will be announced later. The names of the winners will be publicly declared to the assemblage by C. J. Morgan. The affair promises to be a social and financial success. The proceeds will be used to decrease the indebtedness of the church and it is expected a large sum will be realized. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 31, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Beatrice and Rosalyn, children of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Kusa of Allegheny Avenue, who have been ill, are reported better.. An interesting case of a stolen rooster was heard at the office of Squire Pastre last evening.. W. A. Williams of Wheeling, was yesterday the guest of his brother A. D. Williams of the Glassport Grocery company.. Miss Mabel Linn of Cumberland, Md., was yesterday the guest of Mrs. A. D. Williams of Monongahela Avenue.. R. H. Baxter of the Glassport Lumber Co., is today at Clairton on business.. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Sparks were yesterday surprise when Harry Devore , a brother of Mrs. Sparks, entered their home. Mrs. Sparks had not seen her brother for years. Since they last met Mr. Devore has been in more than a score of states. He looks well and reports that he has quite a "roaming" time of it.. Mr. and Mrs. John Green of Pittsburg, have returned home after spending a few days at the home of their relatives, Mr. and Mrs. William S. Brown of Ohio Avenue.. The role called owner for last month will appear in tomorrow's issue.. The union meetings have closed. During the two weeks they were in progress much good was accomplished. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 1, 1905 --- WERE MARRIED THIS MORNING --- Nuptials of Miss Nellie E. Willis and Mr. C. M. Lewellyn-- Groom and Engineer on the Pennsylvania Railroad. Decorations Elaborate. --- The home of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Willis, on Monongahela Avenue, was the scene this morning of a very pretty wedding, when their daughter, Miss Nellie, was united in holy bonds of mantrimony to Mr. Charles M. Lewellyn, of Virginia. The large parlor where the ceremony was performed was the elaborately decorated with pot plants and cut flowers. The event was solomnized properly at 10 o'clock, by Rev. J. F. Hunter, the pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, this place. There were only immediate relatives and friends of the two families present. The service, though brief, was very impressive. Miss Jean Willis was the acting bridesmaid and Mr. Arch Brown, best man The bride was attired in blue silk, while the groom was dressed in the conventional black. Following the ceremony at the couple and the invited guests sat down to a most sumptous wedding dinner, which was served in the large dining room of the Willis hotel. A large number of very useful and valuable presents were bestowed. Mr. and Mrs. Lewellyn departed over the Pennsylvania railroad for an eastern trip and upon their return they will reside at Brownsville. The bride is the winsome daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Willis the former of whom is the well-known hotel man. She has a wide circle of friends in this community to join in wishing her long life and prosperity. The groom is an engineer on one of the fast trains on the Pennsylvania railroad, and is well-known in this borough. The boys of the Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad at this place, gave the couple a great send off as they left for Pittsburg on the afternoon train. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 1, 1905 --- ROLL OF HONOR OF GLASSPORT SCHOOLS --- Below will be found the roll of honor of the local schools. It will be noticed at a glance that the record is not quite as large as it has been. This is probably due to the fact that there has been much sickness and also the inclemency of the weather. The work of the pupils however has been of a very encouraging character. In all of the grades good progress is being made. The attendance generally speaking is on the increase. The role is as follows: Room 1, Ida Hunt, teacher. Pupils who have neither been absent nor tardy during month -- Agnes Dombrowski, Kasiah Brown, Aopa Johnston, Frances Kazleit, Mary Fleck, Anna Zebak, May Snyder, Clara Hays, Anna Brown, Paul Faber, Charles Henry, Frank Kwiring, John Merrik, Carl Schmidt, Frank Ziek, Paul Close.. Room 2, Jane Lambert, teacher. Pupils who have neither been absent nor tardy during month -- Nicolai Kaskis, Frank Kennedy, Willie Porter, Allen Pforsich, Robert Schwerha, Alfred Williams, Julia Groshio, Carrie Nipps, Annie Peprair, Bertha Tomko, Priscilla Unger, Mary Skever and Florence McLain.. Room 3, Mrs. W. C. Edmundson, teacher. Pupils who have neither been absent nor tardy during month -- Eskel Alkuman, George Barnack, John Cutehnaric, Schuyler Coddington, August Kurring, Alex Seuss, John Tomko, Edward Sachspelle, Charles Looney, Joe Maharra, Walter Norris, Charie Petroski, Raymond Snyder, Andy Snelser, Olle Genaro, Lena Henry, Veronica Greiner, Stella Kulikoski, Margaret Shuler. Tardy but not absent -- Nathan Case, Porter Finney.. Room 4, Lillie L. Minehart, teacher. The following pupils were neither been absent nor tardy during month of January -- Henry Alkumen, Aleski Alto, Virgil Bowen, Ammon Bernhardt, Lionel Cooper, Able Cohn, John Danzig, Victor Gabar, Edward Kantorzik, Michael Macinic, Willie Peyton, Millie Beluzar, Elizabeth Johnson, Kasmiera Josek, Syma Kawanda, Alice Wilcop, Harriet Smith, Olive Frampton. The following were not absent but tardy-- John Brennan, Martha Barr.. Room No. 5, Mary Cunahan, teacher -- The following pupils were neither been absent nor tardy during month -- Loue Foster, Jane Groshio, Regina Wells, Walter Boor, Carl Kelly, Euclid Dulack, Runyan Kawanda, Vasey Reichenbach, Mary Germick, Olevia McMullen, Sam Palestone, Able Palestone, Hattie Steen, Louise Coursin, George Portuanac, Charles Seuss, Michael Cobak, Method Schwerha, Andy Ondreyeco, Frances Schnupp, Frank Rommel, Edna McCowin, Ruth Lavette, Don Smith, George Hays, Orval Fullmer, Lizzie Kantorczyk, Axel Gastafson, Earl Mowery, Lionel Hatfield.. Room No. 6, Maud Fellabaum, teacher. Pupils neither been absent nor tardy during month -- Florence Barr, Helen Chester, Sadie Durr, Mary Pastercab, Vera Quinn, Julia Richardson, Gertrude Wolf, Agnes Herlehy, Mary Herlehy, Andrew Barnack, Stanford Close, Hewitt Heasley, Leo Vanatta, Sam Mowrey, Eddie Mortz, John Poppock, Stanley Seminski, John Stepko, Louie Ziek, Charlie Olston, Mont Smith.. Room 7, Alice Minser, teacher. Pupils neither absent nor tardy during month -- Bennie Roberts, Harry Reed, Robert Mellor, Robert McClaran, John McChesko, Matthew Gains, Ambrose Lucot, Stanley Plumb, George Snyder, Eddie Foster, James Cooper, Suzie Pottslab, Mary Zeback, Anna Hanlon, Stella Scholcz, Elizabeth Close and Alice Mort. Those tardy but not absent -- May Case, Mary Poppoch.. Room 8, Carolyn T. Hunt, teacher -- The following persons were neither absent nor tardy -- Arthur Case, John Davis, Elmer Kuster, John Kosack, Earl Messier, John Pasture, Joe Palestone, Robert Reynolds, Mike Schulty, Robert Wible, Teresa Cobac, Elsie Herman, Agnes McVeigh, Lizzie Novak, Katie Potosynak, May Porter, Emma Snyder, Hazel Terwilliger, Clementine Wolfe, Ruth Smith, Marie Keenan. The following not absent but tardy -- Hermmi Kuski.. Room 9, Margaret A. Rankin, teacher. The following pupils were neither absent nor tardy during the month -- Helen Lapsley, Alice Ramsey, Ina Bernhardt, Pauline Smith, Annie Mort, Lucy Schlichting, May Harbaugh, George Evan, Arthur Lapsley, Albert Hoff, Phillip Norton, Harry Dietz, John Stepko, Jacob Kazmarsky, Robert Heasley, Calvin Close, Clifford Osborne, Charles Luoma, Edward Durr.. Room 10, Margaret Maloy, teacher. Pupils neither absent nor tardy during the month -- Robert Weigand, Byron Hanlon, John Gennaro, FrankWilson, Willie Downing, Adolph Jacobson, Willie Weaver, Ruth McMullen, Ida Sparks, Lottie Richardson, Helen Looney ,Katharine Salvadore, Georgia Snyder, Mattie Porter, Victoria Andresky, Nellie Shields, Clara Phillips, Margaret Lucock, Eva DeShields and Edna Coursin. Pupils not absent but tardy -- Leslie Bernhardt and Merle Boor.. Room 11, Julia Hunt, teacher. The following pupils have been neither absent nor tardy during the month -- Edna Chalfant, Katie Cobak, Lillie Davis, Matilda Hof, Blanch Kimmell, Amy McMullen, Ruth Minehart, Edith Nicely, Frances Prentice, Anna Richardson, Alice Schlichting, Myrtle Webster, Warren Culp, Michael Potish, Everett Jones, Cyril Schwerha and Clarence Messier, next base. Clara Jayne present 20 days but tardy.. Room 12, Pearl Wall, teacher. The following pupils have neither been absent nor tardy during the month-- Margaret Krecken, Bertha Downing, Emma Sparks, Helen Baxter, Hilda Hof, Marie Lapsley, Mildred Davis, Regis Weaver, Elizabeth Durr, Ruth Jayne, Clara Chester, Ethel Williams, Edwin Kayler, Harvey Cole, Merril Yose, Thomas Willis, Robert Murdock, Barney Morrow, George Barr.. Otto school, Zoe E. Webster, teacher -- Walter Keim, Viola Potamroo, Helen Cochenour, Catherine Caughey, Susie Margison. Present but tardy -- Harold Brenan, Vincent Brenan, Margaret Powell. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 1, 1905 --- IN THE SOCIAL WORLD --- Ladies' Aid Society of the M. E. Church to Hold a Bizar -- A Pleasant Society Event Held at the Home of Mrs. Gordon Ross Last Evening -- At a stated meeting of the Ladies Aid Society of the M. E. Church last evening it was decided to hold a bizar and supper, on Washington's birthday the 22nd of this month. The affair will be held in bank hall and gives promise of being a big event. The following committees were appointed to look after the bazar and supper: Mrs. Sparks, Miss Annie Jones, Mrs. A. Porter, Mrs. Boor, Mrs. Downey and Mrs. Case, Mrs. Frank Turney, Mrs. Richenbaugh, Mrs. Amadon, Mrs. H. J. Miller, Mrs. Skimmerhornand Mrs. Chester. Further announcements of the event will be made at a later date.. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Ross, of Ohio Avenue, gave a party last evening in honor of Mrs. John Payne, who is here on a visit from Ballston Spa, N. Y. There were only a few friends present, but a most delightful time was had. The evening was spent in games, etc. There were several musical numbers rendered. A luncheon was served which was heartily enjoyed Those in attendance were Mr. and Mrs. John Payne, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Webster, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Turney, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Downey, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Ross, Mrs. W. F. Sparks, Mrs. Dravo, George and John Payne, Percy and Donald Ross. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 1, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Tax Collector L. H. Edmundson, of Otto, who has been quite ill for some time past is recovering. He will be able to be around next Monday.. The young son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hatch, of Otto, whom it will be remembered drank a quantity of carbolic acid when his mother's back was turned, is about well again.. The aged mother of Mrs. Wilbur Coss, who resided at Greensburg, is dead at her home. The end came last evening. The funeral arrangements have not as yet been made.. The committee to investigate the accounts of the ball held sometime ago, by No. 1 fire company, met last evening and concluded its work. It will make a full report at the next meeting of the company.. At the Glassport Presbyterian Church evangelistic services will be held Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings of this week. The pastor will secure outside help for these services. Rev. Naugler, of McKeesport, will be in charge next Friday night. All are invited. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 1, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Mrs. John Norton of this place is at West Newton the guest of her sister Mrs. William Nare.. The local bowling team of this place met the Clairton bunch last evening in a game at the Manning Alley, and defeated them in a well played contest. The local bowlers are making quite a record for themselves. It is possible that a series of games will be arranged with the Duquesne and Homestead teams in the near future.. The I. O. O. F. of this place held a very interesting meeting at their hall last evening. The order is in a flourishing condition.. There will be another meeting of No. 1 fire company this evening. Several important matters will be taken up. The company will hold a mass parade ball on St. Valentine's Day. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 1, 1905 --- (advertisement) Order your coal from Glassport Coal Co. Local phone 42. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 3, 1905 --- SCHOOL BOARD HAS DECIDED ON A SITE --At a Special Session the Other Evening a Site Was Decided upon for the New Otto School -- The question of a public school for Otto is no longer a myth. The board at a special meeting held the other evening heard a report from Secretary T. C. Smith as to plots. Three were submitted, but two of these were withdrawn. The site was not decided upon hastily. The members of the board each have viewed the different sites and when the vote was taken the selection received the unanimous vote of all present. The sites presented were those of the Caughey heirs, W. H. Smith and Joseph Y. Caughey. The former was decided upon, for a cash consideration of $2000. The size of the plot is 175 feet front by 110 feet deep. The lot has outlets on all four sides and is not situated near any private improved property. The front faces on Fairview Avenue and the only objectionable feature of the site is that it is partially located on the hillside. When the grading shall have been done, however, this defect will be practically eliminated. The building when erected on the same will have a most commanding appearance. There will be another meeting of the board next week when the entire matter will be closed up. The price is regarded as being very reasonable. Messrs. Smith and Caughey withdrew their plots it is said because the price asked by the Caughey heirs was so low. It was not learn what the prices for these plots were. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 5, 1905 --- TEACHERS GO SLEDDING -- Entire Corps of Local Instructors Make Trip to Wall Farm -- Gentlemen from This Place Accompany Them -- All of the school teachers of this place, with gentleman escorts, formed a merry sleighing party last evening, leaving this borough for a point above Elizabeth known as the Wall farm, the home of Miss Wall, one of the members of the party, and who is one of the popular teachers of the local schools. The large bobsled of Capt. John Davis was hired for the occasion. Two of the captain's finest horses were hitched up and by 7:30 PM the merry crowd was on its way up the river. Plenty of hay and several heavy blankets were furnished and during the entire trip no one complained of being cold. It was a bitter cold night, but as the horses sped along no one even thought of zero weather.. The Wall farm was reached about 10:30 o'clock. The guests were met by several members of the Wall family. In 15 minutes after arriving the party were seated at a large family table and were partaking of chicken and waffles, which had been prepared for the occasion. An informal program of music and "Chatter box" was carried out. The party left about 1 AM and landed in the borough about three o'clock this morning. The affair was one of great pleasure and will not readily before forgotten.. The party consisted of Messrs. Bert Mincer, Charles Harbaugh, Thomas Young, W. C. Edmundson, James Hunt, James H. Pitts, Mrs. Harriet Miller, Miss Wall, Misses Julia and Ida Hunt, Alice Mincer, Miss Zoe Webster, Clem. Edmundson, Mrs. W. C. Edmundson, Miss Malloy, Miss Rankin, Miss Carnahan, Miss Minehart, Miss Lambert and Miss Fellabaum. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 5, 1905 --- H. S. CRAIG RESIGNS -- Has Been with the Company for over Eight Years -- Will Enter Expert Accountant Business in New York. -- The News received word this morning that assistant Secretary H. S. Craig of the American Ax and Tool Co., had resigned his position and on Monday would leave for his former home in New York, to enter the expert accountant business. Mr. Craig has been with the company for over eight years and has been located in this place with the above firm for the past three years.. Mr. Craig is one of the most efficient man in the employ of the company and has a host of friends, all of whom will doubtless be sorry to see him leave. His successor has not yet been announced. Source: McKeesport Daily News
February 5, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- Commencing next Monday evening, the United Evangelical congregation will hold special meetings.. A report reached this office today that the mother of Mrs. Patrick Morrissey had died quite suddenly while on a visit to relatives near Philadelphia.. J. W. Jones will on Monday commence to do jury duty in Common Pleas Court No. 3.. The entertainment committee of the Ladies Aid society of the M. E. church met at the home of Mrs. W. F. Sparks and quite the number of important matters were touched upon.. Miss Blanch Loires of Oil City return home after a pleasant visit with her friend, Miss Mary Forsyth of Otto. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 6, 1905 --- TWO COMPANIES RESPONDED -- Small Building at Rear of Willis Hotel Slightly Damaged by Fire -- Quick Work by the Fire Laddies-- Fire companies Nos. 1 and 2 were called out yesterday afternoon to extinguished a blaze in the two-story frame building located on the alley at the rear of the hotel Willis. When the companies arrived they found that a great crowd had collected, and for a time it was thought that the place might be burned down. There was a good deal of smoke issuing from the building. The firemen soon located the place where the fire was burning and with little effort succeeded in quenching the flame.. It seems that the occupants were endeavoring to thaw frozen pipes. Oil was poured on the pipes, then a match was applied. One section of the piping entered between the plastering and the studding , and it was this that made the fire more dangerous than it otherwise would have been. A hole had to be chopped in the outside sheeting in order to get at the concealed flame. The damage did not amount to a great deal. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 6, 1905 --- VERY EXCELLENT REPORT OF POSTMASTER RUSSEL --- Proceeds for Last Month Were Greater Than on Any Previous Time since Appointment -- Prospects Bright for a Good Year. -- Postmaster R. M. Russel states that the proceeds for the month of January exceed those of any previous month since the present official took charge. The amount was $751.15. The average for any month of last year was not over $408. Thus it can be plainly seen that the amount has almost doubled. Of course last month was an unusually good month, and it is not likely that this can be average the year around. The proceeds for last year were $4381.42. Postmaster Russel expects this year to break all previous records. The report is very gratifying and the postmaster has every reason to feel proud of such a healthy increase in the business. With such a monthly report continued to the end of the year, the proceeds would foot up to $9020.80. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 11, 1905 --- WERE ARRESTED FOR STEALING -- Two Boys Held by Burgess Griffin for Juvenile Court -- Broke Trunk of Reese Davis Open and Stole Money. -- Joseph Kantorczyski and Joseph Przybyleski, the latter better known as "Jockey", both of whom are but 14 years of age, were arrested last evening by Chief of Police Burns and Patrolman Harbaugh, on a charge of theft preferred by Reese Davis, who operates a store on upper Monongahela Avenue. The boys were given a hearing before Burgess H. C. Griffin this morning and they practically confessed to everything they had done. The parents of the boys were present and pleaded to have the boys let go. Burgess Griffin did not comply with the request The amount taken from Mr. Davis was over $6. This they divided, but the amount was made good at the hearing. Burgess Griffin held both of the boys for juvenile court. These are the first cases to go before that body from Glassport. The story of the affair as developed at the hearingand given to The News is as follows: Both boys had been playing pool in the pool room of Mr. Davis. While Davis went to the rear of the room to lunch "Jockey" secured a pic and pryed open a trunk in an adjoining room. In it he found a little over $6. The other boy in the case claims to have had nothing to do with the theft. Both to a car to Pittsburg and spent some of the money. They returned in the evening and were arrested. Mr. Davis discovered his loss in the afternoon and suspected the boys. Before the burgess this morning, Mr. Davis received quite a scoring, about permitting small boys to play pool in his place. The purchase cautioned him to never again allow it. Unless the charge is withdrawn both boys will be sent to Pittsburg today, "Jockey" had hid $1.20 in a yard, and the other boy had $3.20 in his shoes. This money was delivered at the hearing. The boys cried, saying that they would "Never do it again." The Burgess is to be commended for his action in the matter. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 11, 1905 --- MORE KIND WORDS FOR BOARD OF TRADE --- J. W. Jones of this place, is today being approached by various persons on the board of trade question. In connection with others he expects about March 1st, to start the ball rolling. Burgess H. C. Griffin this morning said that he was heartily in favor of the movement and hopes to see the same launched in a short time. He feels that all selfishness should be set aside and politics totally eliminated. He regrets very much that any feelings at all exists in the political circles at Glassport and feels that in this one thing politics should not at all enter.. W. J. Rifner says the launching of a board of trade is a good move. He says he would like to have seen same organization some time ago. He favors everybody pitching in.. W. G. Fife, the real estate agent, is of the opinion that now is the time to begin. He says the board of trade boom is one of the best things the town could have. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 11, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- J. W. Jones says he is having a warm old time in the jury. He will serve all of next week. Last evening he was closeted until 8 o'clock.. The open meeting of the Royal Arcanum last evening at Bank hall was well attended. D. T. Wallace of Philadelphia, mamade a very good address, greatly impressing his hearers. P. S. McMullen and Dr. E. L. Erhard made short, but interesting talks. Everyone present pronounced the meeting a very profitable one.. The social at the Presbyterian Church last evening was well attended. Quite a sum was realized.. Mrs. C. L. Keim and children, of Franklin, Pa., our guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Malley, Otto. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 15, 1905 --- ANNUAL BALL WAS SUCCESS --- No. 1 Fire Company EntertainS in a Royal Manner-- Over 80 Couples Present-- Costumes All Very Attractive -- Prize Winners. -- The annual masquerade ball of the Volunteer, or No. 1 fire company, occurred last evening at Rusha hall on Monongahela Avenue. There were over the couples presence, and to say that the affair was a success socially, is putting it mildly. The guests of the company began to arrive at an early hour. By nine o'clock there were about 60 couples on the floor dancing to the sweet strains of music furnished by theMendelssoln string band of Clairton. The costumes were all very funny, as an effort was made by nearly everyone present to out do the other in appearing the most comic. Dancing was indulged in until about 2 o'clock this morning. The committee in charge was this morning very jubilant over the success of the affair, and are of the opinion that it was the most successful off their of its kind that has yet been held in the borough. During the progress of the evening's exercises, Henry Harper, George Henshaw and Joseph Dunshee were selected as the judges to award the prizes of the evening. To the lady who wore the finest costume the prize went to a sister of Mr. Jackson of Monongahela Avenue, merchant. Her name could not be learned. F. W. Myers was awarded prize for the most comic costume. The group prize was awarded to Messrs. Louis Renaud, Mario Benedict and C. Buschat. The proceeds which amounted to a neat sum will go into the treasury of the company. All who assisted in making the affair the success it was have the thanks of every member of No. 1. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 15, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- There has arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Murray of Vermont Avenue a girl baby. Melville now has a boy and a girl both of whom he feels very proud over.. The services at the united evangelical church continue to be very interesting. Rev. Bartlett preached a very forcible sermon. There will be a service again this evening.. Miss Lila Cowell of this place has excepted a position as clerk in the shoe store of Furman and Minser. Miss Cowell was formerly a hard at Borland's shoe store McKeesport.. The Glassport bowling team last night met and defeated the Clairton aggregation at the Manning Alley: The scorers on three games played are as follows Glassport 854,847, and 784; total 2435 points; Clairton 747, 744 and 894; total 2385 points. Those he played with Glassport were P. C. Kelley, Messrs. Niven, Webb, C. Case and J. Ward. The game was watched by quite a number of enthusiasts. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 16, 1905 --- TO REMEMBER THEIR PASTOR --- Four of the Ladies of the St. Cecilia R. C. Church to Raise Funds for the Purchasing of Fine Life-sized Portrait of Father Rea -- Euchre Monday-- Possibly no pastor could be held in more esteem by his congregation then Rev. Father Thomas Rea is held by the members and friends of his own, the St. Cecilia R. C. Church. On more than one occasion has a true spirit of goodwill been shown to him, each occasion having been marked by a general gathering of the members and friends, where all could receive the same attention and share in the compliments to be bestowed. Another like incident to those held in the past, is in preparation, this time in some respects different to those of the past. For energetic ladies of the church have taken upon themselves the duty of solely collecting a sufficient amount of money which is for the purpose of furnishing to the pastor, Rev. Father Rea, a life-sized crayon portrait of himself. They are making arrangements to hold a joint euchre at Bank Hall on next Monday, Feb. 20th. Each lady promises to seek to it that her many friends shall be present not only to help the good cause along, but incidentally to participate in a good evening's enjoyment. The ladies who are each trying to raise the amount, and who are each trying to out do the other in amount collectedfor this special occasion, are: Mrs. Edward McMullen, Mrs. William Schnupp, Mrs. Lizzie Quail, and Mrs. Joseph Larimer, and will doubtless prove apt and pleasing entertainers. They have already secured several handsome prizes from some well wishing friends and they, besides, promised to have in readiness a toothsome luncheon for the guests at the conclusion of the games. The proceeds of the euchre will be divided equally among the four contestants. All are invited, no special invitations having been issued. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 16, 1905 --- NUMBER OF FRIENDS GO SLEDDING --- A crowd of young people hugely enjoyed themselves last night in a sledding party. They went to the Gustave Dietrich's old homestead at Clairton.. The amusements consisted of dancing, progressive euchre and games, of which all took their respective parts, after which a midnight supper of chicken and waffles was served. The crowd consisted of Mrs. Greig, the Misses Leila Crowel, Jessie Brown, Myrna Prentice, Minnie Caley, Margaret Coleman and Miss Pastre, Messrs. Walter Greig, Joe Green, Bert Mincer, Ralph Weaver, Harry Pforsich, John Beckwith and John Dawson. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 18, 1905 --- "FRIDAY NIGHT'S" SOCIETY EVENT --- A Large Number of Persons Present. After the Dance a Banquet was Served at Hotel Grand -- A society event of note was that of last evening given by the Friday Night Social club of this place at Deitrich's hall. There were a goodly number of members, their wives and friends present Dancing was the feature until about ten o'clock when all journied to the Hotel Grand to banquet. In the large and elegantly furnished dining room tables were spread, containing the choicest edibles of the season. The tables were garnished with cut flowers and plants and presented a beautiful appearance. The lay-out consistent of courses which were served by experience caterers.. The music for the occasion was furnished by the Oriental Mandolin club of this place. The event was said to be the most successful and elaborate the club has yet held.. The next affair will be held in two weeks from last night in the Deitrich's hall. As per arrangement the gentlemen last evening provided the entertainment. The ladies will assume charge at the next meeting of the club. G. H. Lidstone was master of ceremonies and held the chair of honor during the entire meeting. He was complimented for his able management. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. McClaran, Dr. and Mrs. E. L. Erhard, Mr. and Mrs. John Redman, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stevens, Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Davis, Dr. R. D. Nichols, Dr. H. C. Cope, Messrs. Harry Pforsich, Harry Hunt, G. H. Lidstone, W. L. Dowler, T. B. Salt, Mr. Suee, Homer C. Smith; the Misses Mary Stoff, Miss Webster, Minnie Heath, Bertha Dale, Beatrice McMullen, Bertha Davis, Caroline Hunt, Carrie Lees and Flora Smith. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 18, 1905 --- No. 1 COMPANY NOMINATES IT'S OFFICERS --- Very Interesting Meeting Was Held Last Evening in the Company's Parlor -- James McMahon Nominated for President. -- No. 1 fire company held an important meeting last evening in its parlor at the municipal building. The principal item to come before the body was the annual nomination of officers. W. H. Hatfield presided and James McMahon acted as secretary. Those nominated for the various offices of the company are as follows: For president, James McMahon; for vice president, John Herman; for secretary, John Cole; for financial secretary, Walter C. Niven; for treasurer, W. H. Hatfield and F. W. Myers; steward, John Durr; captain, Harry Pforsich, Foster Rifner and John Hatfield; trustee, three years, John Reed; trustees, two to elect for two years, John Norton, Christopher King, Charles Harbaugh and George Pastre; delegate to the convention to be held at Donora in August, two to elect, James McMahon, W. E. Hatfield, John Herman and F. W. Myers. A committee of three was appointed to make some change to the by-laws and constitution and report at a subsequent meeting. Several persons were proposed for membership, balloted for and elected. After transacting several other minor items and adjournment was made. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 25, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Benjamin Jones, the well-known "gas man" is today at Mendelssohn on business.. Miss Minnie Caley, of the firm of Caley & Thomas, who has been quite ill, is now able to be at her place of business again. She was afflicted with grip.. Tax collector L. H. Edmundson, of Otto, who has been on the sick list for over six weeks, was for the first time yesterday able to be at his office. His many friends were glad to see him.. A new 30 day clock has been installed into the new public school building.. Mrs. William Brown at her home on Vermont Avenue, last evening entertained the members of the Ladies' Aid society of the first Baptist Church. A luncheon was served and a most enjoyable time was spent.. J.B. Russell, the well-known retired citizen, who has been very ill at his home for the past two weeks, is now able to be about his room. He had a slight attack of pneumonia. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 15, 1905 --- BIG MEETING BOARD OF TRADE --- The Session Will Be Held in City Hall Council Chamber Tomorrow Evening -- Important Matters Will Be Considered -- First of Seeking Sites -- There will be an enthusiastic meeting of the local board of trade held tomorrow evening in the council chambers of the new municipal building. It is expected there will be a big turnout of all those who are interested in the success of the organization and the advancement of the borough's interests.. There are several matters to be considered. One is the adopting of a set of laws covering the organization, which will be first taken up. Then the question of the charter will be disposed of.. There are several reports to be made by committees that were appointed some time ago. It is understood that the secretary has in his possession something like a dozen letters from persons inquiring about available sites in the borough suitable for manufacturing sites. The officers of the board are taking a deep interest in the work assigned them, and will do all in their power to make the organization go. There is still room on the charter for more names. An urgent request is made to all businessmen and others who have not as yet attended any of the meetings to be present tomorrow evening. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 15, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- There has arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Case of Vermont Avenue, a baby girl.. William Law of Forest County, was yesterday the guest of his friend, real estate and insurance agent, Frank J. Chester. Mr. Law is one of the leading oil men of Forest County.. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gregg, Mr. and Mrs. George F. Pastre, Miss Henrietta Dingle, Harry Pforsich and John Beckwith will form a theater party and will take in one of the leading play houses at Pittsburg this evening.. Tax Collector Levi Edmundson as fully recovered from his recent severe illness. While Mr. Edmundson has been able to he had his office a part of the time during the past two weeks, he was still quite feeble.. The local contractors are preparing for a big building boom this spring. It is said on good authority that there are many new places of business to go up. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 16, 1905 --- WERE MARRIED LAST EVENING --- A Pretty Wedding at the Home of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Edmundson -- Interested Parties Were Mss Minnie Edmundson and Oliver Peterson -- The home of Mr. and Mrs. Levi H. Edmundson at Otto last evening was the scene of a very joyous event, it being the occasion of the marriage of their daughter, Miss Minnie to Mr. Oliver Peterson. Preparations for the event had been in progress for several days and at the appointed time the bridal room presented a beautiful appearance. Potted plants and cut flowers were plentiful and added to the general appearance.. Promptly at 8 o'clock the Mendelssohn's wedding march was played by Miss Clem Edmundson and in a short time the bride and groom preceded by the little flower girl, Miss Mildred Calhoun, entered the room where they were met by the officiating clergyman, Rev. C. S. Osborne, the pastor of the first Presbyterian Church. The ceremony followed. The usual congratulations were presented by the few intimate relatives and friends present. The guests were ushered into an adjoining room where tables were spread The repast was a most sumptuous one. The tables were garnished with flowers and plotted plants, and presented a very pretty appearance.. There were a large number of useful presents bestowed. Both young people are well and favorably known in the community and all of the friends will join in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Peterson a long and prosperous life. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Edmundson, Mr. and Mrs. John Edmundson, of Duquesne; Mr. and Mrs. Calhoun, of Portvue; Mrs. Roth, of Wilkinsburg; Mrs. Charlotte Peterson, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Campbell, Mrs. Fenton, Mrs. Harriet Miller, Mr. Mays Edmundson, Mr. Homer Peterson, and Mr. Noble Trimble and two sons. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 16, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Bert Minser, a well-known young merchant of this place, who has been off duty on account of illness, is able to be about again.. Rev. F. W. Bartlett f the United Evangelical Church, with his wife, and also accompanied by Rev. J. J. Carmany, left this morning for Albany, Pa., where at the United Evangelical Church special services are being held. While there Rev. Bartlett will administer the sacrament of the Lord's supper. The church at this place is reported doing good work.. J. W. Jones and Robert H. Baxter, are having a retaining wall built in front of their residence, when completed, the improvement will add very materially to each place.. This evening at the public school building there will be a concert given by the faculty of the school and the pupils. Prof. James McIlroy's the instructor of music, as with the assistance of the principal, Mrs. Harriet Miller, prepared an unusually attractive program. Prof. McIlroy's symphony orchestra of 20 pieces, will be on hand and render the instrumental music for the occasion. A large number of tickets have been sold, and it is fully expected that the attendance will be large. The proceeds will go towards the purchasing of a piano for use in the school. All who could should turn out and lend a helping hand. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 18, 1905 --- ANOTHER NEW SOCIETY --- Modern Woodmen of America Will be Instituted Tonight at Bank Hall. Will Start with 60 New Members -- District Deputy J. W. Keim of the Modern Woodmen of America, has completed arrangements for the instituting of a lodge of the M. W. of A. at bank hall this evening. The grand officers have been notified that everything was in readiness and that the new lodge start off at least 60 charter members. Mr. Keim is the local district deputy of this district and has been actively engaged in working out the interests of the new order for some time past. There will be present on this occasion the state deputy, W. H. Wycoff, of Harrisburg, and several other noted men of the order. James H. Smith, district deputy of Wilmerding, will also be on an. Immediately after the institution, a reception and smoker will follow. The exercises will commence at 7:45 o'clock. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 18, 1905 --- NO. 1 FIRE COMPANY HOLDS INTERESTING MEETING --- Will Order Uniforms for at Least 60 Men -- Representative Present at Meeting. -- Over 40 members of No. 1 fire company attended the regular meeting held at their parlors in the new municipal building last evening. John Herman presided Several reports were heard from standing committees. The company was reported as being in good financial condition and better prepared to fight fires than ever before.. The question of having a boat excursion was discussed. It was finally decided to hold one in May, and the following committee was appointed to look into the matter: James McCaffrey, Thomas Mullen, Peter C. Kelley, W. H. Hatfield, George Pforsich, George Pastre, W. P. Brooks, James McMahon and John Norton. This committee will make a full report at the next meeting.. Some of the members thought it would be a good idea to take up the question of new uniforms. A representative of the M. C. Lilley company was present and samples of uniforms shown. It was decided to get new uniforms, but the matter of letting the contract was postponed until the next meeting. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 18, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Miss Bertha Owens, of Suter, after spending a few days with her friend Mrs. J. E. Hughes, of Ohio Avenue, has returned home.. Borough Clerk H. V. Ward is very ill at his home on Ohio Avenue. He has pneumonia.. Mrs. John M. Edwards, of Scranton, Pa., and Mrs. Molly Hughes of Fitz Henry, Pa., our visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Hughes of Ohio Avenue. They were visitors at the public school yesterday afternoon, where they were entertained by Mrs. Miller, the principal. They were highly pleased with their visit. Miss Hughes, one of the party, is a teacher at the Blythedale public schools.. H. R. Warnock, formerly foreman of the P. & L. E. shops at Glassport, recently went to be West Side Belt Line Railroad company, as again been promoted to the Wabash railroad and has been put in charge of their large new shops at Rook, near Carnegie, Pa. His friends will be glad to hear of his advancement.. Samuel Brown, John Cowan, George Jones, colored, and Frank Boyle, were taken in charge last evening by Chief Rifner and Special Officer King. They were given a berth for the night at the lock up. This morning they were ordered out-of-town.. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Alexander, of Otto gave an oyster dinner to a party of their friends last evening at their home. A most delightful time was had. Mrs. C. S. Osborne rendered some fine music during the evening.. The Friday Euchre club, composed of well-known society people of Glassport, held out at Deitrich's hall last evening. The evening was given over to dancing. A fine luncheon was served. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 18, 1905 --- CHURCH CHIMES --- United Evangelical church, F. W. Bartlett, pastor. -- The usual Saturday night service this evening, preaching by Rev. J. J. Carmany, Sunday school 9:45 AM; preaching at 11 AM and 7:30 PM, by J. J. Carmany. Communion service in connection with pentecostal meeting at 2 PM. All are invited to this service. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Young People's meeting Thursday evening. Free seats and a cordial welcome to all.. Presbyterian Church, Rev. C. S. Osborne, pastor. -- Sunday school 10 AM; preaching at 11 AM and at 7:30 PM;Y. P. S. C. U. 6:30 PM. Mrs. Hilty, of the Volunteers of America, will address the meeting in the evening. At this time special violin selections will be rendered by Mr. George Raeburn.. The other church services will be the same. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 20, 1905 --- COMMITTEE INVESTIGATION --- Viewed Plan of Lots of Glassport Coal Company and Find that Grades Will Be Satisfactory -- Ready to Report -- The street committee of council met Saturday afternoon and went over the entire plan of lots of the Glassport Coal company, which is situated on the hill above Maryland Avenue, between Third and Seventh streets. A thorough view was made. The borough engineer, with his plan, accompanied the committee and all detail work of grades and proposed sewer systems were carefully gone over. It was shown that the plan already outlined would in no way interfere with any sewer system, which might be adopted according to the present grades given in the profile. The committee took its time and is now ready to make a full report of what they know of the plan in question.. It is proposed to change the present location of the old township road, known as Pacific Avenue on the plan, which is so steep in places that it is almost impassable and very dangerous, to a new location further down the hill that will give a 10 percent graded street all the way up the hill from the bottom to the top.. The Glassport Coal company as propose to lay out and make at their own expense this new road, and as evidence of good faith on their part, do not ask council to abandon the old road until after the new road is made, graded and completed an approved by the street committee and borough engineer.. Should council at its next meeting adopt the plan, work, it is understood, will be commenced at once When the grading is completed there will be an outlet street to Monongahela Avenue, from all the hill property as above specified. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 20, 1905 --- AN ORGANIZATION EFFECTED --- A lodge of the Modern Woodmen of America was formed here last Saturday evening. The lodge was instituted in Deitrich's hall with a membership of 50 to start with. There were a number of grand officers present. The ceremonies of instituting were impressive, but short. Immediately after this feature, a full corps of officers was selected.. J. W. Keim, of this place, figured very materially in the work of instituting and will be one of the main pushers of the order here in the future.. The officers chosen follow: Consul, J. W. Keim; adviser, James McCaffrey; banker, George Nichols; clerk, E. F. Mailey; escort, James Lucot; watchmen, Charles Harbaugh; board of managers, A. E. Walrath, T. J. Quinn, William Dugan; committee on bylaws, E. F. Mailey, George Nichols, James McClarey.. After the meeting a reception and smoker was enjoyed. The new lodge starts off with very excellent prospects. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 21, 1905 --- NEW SCHOOL FOR OTTO --- School Board Authorizes the Architect to Go Ahead and Prepare Plans for an Eight-Room Brick Building -- Otto is to get an eight roomed brick building, four rooms are to be finished so that the building can be used by the next school term, and the other four rooms will be completed immediately afterwards. The cost of the structure with four rooms finished will, it is thought, figure close to $16,000. When the building proper shall have been completed the aggregate cost will not exceed $25,000 or $30,000. Architects Clepper & Moffitt have been instructed to prepare the plans, after which bids will be advertised for. The above action was taken by the Board of Education last night at the regular meeting with all members present.. The board was called to order by President John Redman, those answering to the roll call were John Redman, T. C. Smith, J. W. Jones, Robert Alexander, A. E. Lapsley and A. W. Cole.. Architect Moffitt was called in the committee room and displayed a sketch of the eight-room building for the Otto school. The members scrutinized it carefully, being very much impressed. It was decided to prepare plans and specifications as outlined, and just as soon as these shall have been completed this will be advertised for an later the contract let. The entire board spoke on the Otto school and all were of one accord to get the details in readiness and push the building to a rapid completion The new Otto school when completed will be modern in every respect. The board decided to complete the four unfinished rooms as they were needed.. The principal and teachers of the schools had referred the question of deciding on a piano for the school to the board. Bids were read from three firms. It was decided that a majority vote of the teachers and directors would settle the question. A vote was taken and the Campbell & Koeler piano chosen. It will cost $192. The money for this, it was stated, was raised by the principal, teachers and pupils. There being no further business, the board adjourned. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 21, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- The Glassport Lumber Co. has received the contract to erect and eight-roomed modern residence on the Coursin heights for Herman Lettig, of McKeesport, of cost $4000.. John S. Willis has had an office built in connection with his hotel. Lapsley Bros., of the borough, did the work.. Victor Rossander and Miss Matilda Alexander, both well-known Finnish young people, or quietly married last Saturday evening at the home of the bride by Rev. C. S. Osborne, the pastor of the Presbyterian Church of this place. After the ceremony a reception followed at the Finnish temperance hall. Mrs. Nyberg acted as interpreter in the case.. Fritz F. Kass and Ellen Mellor, both of Glassport Pa., were quietly married Monday evening at 4 o'clock at the Evangelical parsonage by Rev. F. W. Bartlett, pastor of the United Evangelical church, of which the contracting parties are faithful members. They will make their home in Glassport. Their many friends unite in wishing them a happy and prosperous voyage on the matrimonial sea. Mrs. J. H. Allison, of Otto, gave a surprise party in honor of her husband last evening. The event proved very enjoyable to all and was an exceptionally pleasant remembrance to Mr. Allison, the surprise one. A dainty luncheon added much to the occasion. Thopse present were: Mr. and Mrs. J. Cawthorne of Homestead; John J. Zeigler, of Buffalo, N. Y.; Gertrude, of McKeesport, and the following persons, residents of the borough: Mr. and Mrs. G. Jamison, Mr and Mrs. J. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. R. James, Mr. and Mrs. Snyder and H. McChain. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 22, 1905 --- FIRE FIGHTERS FOR THE YEAR --- Captain John Durr Submits a List to No. 1 Company -- Are Confirmed Committee Meeting This Evening. -- No. 1 fire company held an interesting meeting the other evening at their quarters in the municipal building. The important item to come before the body was a list of those who are to fight the conflagrations, if there be any for the coming year, submitted by Captain Durr. He presented the list of names as follows: Captain, John Durr, assistant Captain, Thomas Mullen.. Nozzlemen -- John Harfield, Blaine Close, John Mullen, John S. Cole, Christopher King, James McCaffrey, William Hatfield Jr., Homer Peterson, George Pastre, F. W. Myers, G. R. Williams, Anthony Moritz and Henry Kass.. Axmen: George Pforsich, Eugene Carpenter, Andrew Heggert and James Durr; linemen: Foster Riffner, John Nugent, William Durr, Edward Craven and Harry Dietz.. Fire police -- William Brooks, William Hatfield, Sr., Harry P. Rommel, John F. Reed and Lawrence Fagan.. Plugmen -- Peter C. Kelley, Harry Kass, John Norton and Patrick Mullen.. James McCaffrey, who is chairman of the entertainment committee, has called a meeting for this evening for the purpose of talking over the proposed boat excursion and other affairs pertaining to the work assigned them. Mr. McCaffrey desires a full turnout of the committee It is understood that No. 2 company will point a committee to act in connection with the entertainment committee of No. 1 company for the expressed purpose of making the excursion a big success. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 22, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Homer K. Ward, the newly elected borough clerk, who has been quite ill of pneumonia is improving rapidly.. There will be an interesting meeting of the Modern Woodmen of America on Saturday evening at bank hall. All who are interested are urged to attend.. William Woodward of Otto, it is reported, was removed to the McKeesport hospital this morning suffering with typhoid fever.. The special revival work at the Portvue Presbyterian Church being conducted under the direction of Pastor Osborne, has been the means of doing much good. The special services have been going on for several weeks. Quite a number of persons have united with the church. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 22, 1905 --- (adv) IF YOU WANT your wallpaper cleaned, see Mr. Shessley at Furman & Minser's store. Rates reasonable. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 23, 1905 --- VERMONT AVENUE IMPROVEMENT --- Petition Being Circulated -- May Require over Three Thousand Feet of Paving Should Entire Thoroughfair Be Included. -- The improvement ball has commenced to roll in the borough.. A petition has this week been put in circulation for the purpose of obtaining the signatures of the property owners in Vermont avenue to have been improved from Fifth Street to Broadway, a distance of nearly 3000 feet. This avenue is one of the longest and most thickly improved thoroughfairs in the borough, on which have been erected some very large and modern residences.One particularly with feature about Vermont Avenue is that there is but little grading to be done, thus materially cutting down the expense. The grade established some time ago was such as to hold nearly every building that has been erected. Then another good feature, the sewer on that street is already down. When the contract is let, should the weather be favorable, the contractor shall be able to complete the job inside of 60 days. There will not be anything in the way to retard the work, thus doing away with a good deal of inconvenience so often in evidence when a thoroug fare has first to be sewered. The petitions are in the hands of Messrs. J. W. Jones and Branch Howard, and are vigorously being signed. It is fully expected that council will have them by the next regular meeting.. This is only the beginning of the series of improvements that will be made during the coming councilmanic year. It has been said that this will be one of the greatest years for improvements in the history of the borough of Glassport, not only in the way of street improvements, but also in the building line. Scores of houses are to go up, and of course this means the opening up of new and additional thoroughfares.This year's outlook is exceedingly bright, and everybody feels that Glassport is going to be strictly in the push. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 25, 1905 --- MERCHANDISE PLUNDERED --- Thieves Board a Freight Car Leaving Pittsburg and Break Open Boxes of Goods Enroute to Elizabeth -- Yesterday The News made note of the fact that two boxes of cigars and shoe had been found by an inspector of the Pittsburg & Lake Erie Railroad company in a gondola car in the Glassport yards. Later in the day a further investigation revealed the fact that the goods found a part of the contents of a box that had been broken into while enroute from Pittsburg to Elizabeth. Just at one point the depredation was committed is not known, but it is supposed by railroad officials to have been between Homestead and Braddock. The contents of the box would probably foot to a $100 There has been looting going on for sometime, but the losses have been small. The number of persons have been caught in the act and it is understood that detectives are working on some pretty good clues that will eventually lead to the apprehension of the guilty ones. The railroad company recently broke up a bad gang and today a number of persons are serving time as a result. Chief of Detectives Newton is at work on this particular case and arrests are expected at any time. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 25, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Miss Malda Riffner, of Vermont Avenue, is the guest of her friend, Miss Belva Jackson, of Elizabeth.. Yesterday was a day for the teachers of the borough public schools. Secretary Smith paid out over $900.. F. J. Chester, the well-known real estate and insurance agent, is confined to his home at Otto with sickness.. There was to have been a meeting of the board of trade last evening, but on account of the inclemency of the weather, and a misunderstanding of the date set for the meeting, there was not a sufficient number of persons present to proceed with the business.. A most interesting meeting of the lodge of Royal Arcanum was held at Bank hall last evening. The attendance was good, and a very excellent time had. There were three applications for membership.. Trainmaster of the Pittsburg and Lake Erie division at McKeesport, C. T. Kalbaugh, yesterday paid a visit to his old friend J. E. Hughes, yard master at this place.. The role of honor of the local schools will appear in Monday's issue of The News. It was handed in too late for today's paper. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 25, 1905 --- (adv) Be sure you get Edward Smith, the modern home decorator, to hang your paper and paying your house. Roupe Building. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 25, 1905 --- (adv) ALWAYS WAITING for better opportunities is poor policy. It is far better to seize upon them, as they occur. If you have a few dollars on hand, don't wait for more before starting a bank account. Come right down to THE GLASSPORT NATIONAL BANK.. Make your first deposit and you will find it easy to make your second. Houses are built one brick at a time. So are big bank accounts.. THE GLASSPORT NATIONAL BANK Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 29, 1905 --- TWO FIRE COMPANIES CALLED THIS MORNING --- Gas Plug Blew Out in the Condensing Department at the Coke Works. Two Men Slightly Injured. -- A plug blew out of one of the gas mains in the condensing house at the Pittsburgh Gas and Coke company's plant early this morning. The gas ignited in some manner and flames shot toward the roof. The rafters soon caught fire. An alarm was sent in and very soon Nos. 1 and 2 fire companies were on the scene and extiquished the flames before much damage had been done. Two men whose names were given as Anderson and Lynchwere slightly burned as the gas ignited. The prompt work of the firemen averted what was at first it was thought would be a costly conflagration. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
March 29, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Everybody is invited to the services this evening at the Baptist church.. Two false alarms of fire were sent in last evening. The boys answered both calls.. It now looks as though Glassport would have a track team this year. Manager Moore has been doing some tall hustling of late.. Glassport merchants believe in advertising. To prove this one only has to scan the Glassport column of this paper [Advertisements by Glassport Lumber Co., McClaran's Pharmacy & Gross Bros.].. Fred Cooper sold a house on Erie avenue to William DeShields yesterday for $3,000 cash. Mr. DeShields is the manager of the Glassport Coal Company here.. For moving, transfer and general hauling call on Fred Cooper, Erie Avenue opposite the school house. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 5, 1905 --- APPLICANTS FARED WELL --- Old Retailers Had No Trouble -- A Foreigner Applying for Place on the Hill Could Not Read or Write -- Sixteen Applicants in All -- Everyone of the 16 Glassport applicants for license were given a hearing at court yesterday afternoon, before Judge Shafer and Kennedy. Some of the applicants had as many as six character witnesses with them, but they were not needed. The old applicants, namely; Messrs. Michael Gross, J. S. Willis and Patrick Morrisey, went before the court without any witnesses whatever. There was no remonstrances against them and there hearings were brief. In fact, even the new applicants went through without trouble, with one exception, a foreigner applying for a place on the hill. He could neither read nor write. The applicants went down early yesterday morning, but Glassport was not reached until about 2:30 o'clock. The wholesalers will not be reached for two weeks yet. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 5, 1905 --- OFFICERS OF WOODMEN --- The New Lodge is Doing Well -- Was Instituted About Two Weeks Ago -- The lodge of Woodmen organizedd here about two weeks ago, through the efforts of John Keim of this place is prospering. Since institution, quite a number of persons have applied for membership. The new officers chosen for the ensuing year are: Council, John Keim; W. A., James McCafferty; banker, George W. Nicola; clerk, Edward Malley; board of Managers, A. E. Walrath, W. J. Dugan and F. L. Quinn. It was decided at the last meeting to meet on the second and third Mondays of each moth at bank hall. The lodge now has a membership of 60. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 5, 1905 --- NEWS NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Mrs. J. E. Hughes, who has been ill, is reported some better today.. No. 1 fire company will meet Friday evening for the purpose of taking up general business. One of the most important items to come up before the body will be the coming outing of the firemen. The question of suits for the company will also be discussed.. Nos 1 and 2 fire companies are scheduled for a bowling contest at Manning's alley Saturday afternoon. There are some very good bowlers in both companies.. The regular baseball team of Glassport will open the season with St. John Lyceum team of Pittsburg, Saturday, April 15. A large crowd is expected at this game. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 6, 1905 --- ELIZABETH MAN HOLDS TRAIN UP --- Boarded a Pittsburg and Lake Erie Train at Pittsburg -- Started to Make Matters Worse for Everyone -- Arrested and Fined -- Every once in awhile Squire George Pastre, of this place, gets a case from "ye" old town of Elizabeth and as a rule they are more than ordinary importance. The latest was an exceptional one, the individual having succeeded in holding up the 9:45 passenger train, bound for Elizabeth, for at least 10 minutes. The man's name is Wilbert Myers, and he claims Elizabeth as his home, and further stated that he was a river pilot. He had been at Pittsburg trying to get a job, from the story furnished. The News and he certainly got something. When he boarded the train at Pittsburg he was about "aft in." On the way up he became very disorderly and more than once he was told to keep quiet. , These orders, he paid little or no attention to, and insisted upon having his own way. When Glassport was reached the conductor of the train sent to the office of Squire Pastre for an officer. Constable Henry Harper was detailed on the case, and went after the man. He had difficulty in getting the fellow from the train, but he was finally landed at the office of the squire and given a hearing. He was found guilty, and was fined $10 and costs. The fellow caused a good deal of consternation and had the women passengers pretty badly scared. The News was informed this morning that the railroad company was going to prefer another charge against Myers. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 6, 1905 --- SCHOOL BOARD MEETING ---Mrs. Miller, the Principal, Making a Statement About a Boy Pupil -- Says He Ran Out of the Building -- At the last meeting of the school board, Mrs. Harriet Miller, principal of the schools, stated that a boy named Cochenour had been unruly and wanted to have his own way. According to an official of the board she stated that one day during a writing period she sought to correct the boy when he picked up his hat and ran out of the building. The boy, it is further stated, has not since been back at school, but is attending school at the city of McKeesport. The board took no action in the case on account of the other side not having been heard, the boy's father being unable to be present.. It was stated at this meeting by some of the members of the building committee that the chandeilers installed in the new school building some time ago were not according to contract. The company who furnishedthem has agreed to take them out, and will have them replaced by a new set.. On motion a warrant was drawn on the treasurer for the sum of $50 as a donation to the piano fund. It was decided to call a special meeting of the board in the near future to take up the Otto school question. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 6, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- The petition being circulated for the improvement of Vermont avenue is being extensively signed by the property holders. It is said that only two thus far have refused to sign the petition.. The front of Pastre's tonsorial parlor is being beautified with several coats of paint.. The Pittsburg and Lake Erie railroad depot at this place is being renovated. Several men are at work giving the interior a good cleaning.. Turnkey Hatfield now wears a brand new suit of blue. W. G. is making himself very busy around central station.. Manager Peter Moore of the local baseball team, says that he thinks he has one of the best all around amateur teams in the county. He expects much from the boys. The staff of pitchers is the best the club has had. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 7, 1905 --- TWO WORKMEN HAVE MIX-UP --- A findlander Striking a Polander Between the Eyes -- Discoloring Both Optics -- The Fin is Arrested and fined by Squire Pastre -- A Findlander by the name of Charles Alto and a Polander whose name could not be learned, both employees of the ax and tool works, got into a wrangle over some work assigned them yesterday which finally resulted in blows being struck. Alto finished his man up in short order. The Polander did not like the manner in which he had been used by his opponent, and went befor Squire Pastre, and had a warrant sworn out for the arrest of Alto, on a charge of disorderly conduct. Constable Henry Harper was given the document and arrested Alto at the ax and tool works. The hearing was had yesterday afternoon at the squire's office. It developed that Alto had struck the Polish man with a piece of steel rod. This the "Fin" stated, was a mistake, that he had not struck him, but had simply given the fellow a push. W. Nyberg acted as interpreter in the case, and had to use four languages, to straighten matters out. The Polander presented a sorrowful picture. The squire averred, that ordinance No. 12 had been violated and as a result of this he fined the Finlander $1 and costs, which he paid. The Finlander is an inspector at the American ax and tool plant, while the Polish man is one of the laborers. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 7, 1905 --- WEAVER BUILDING SOLD --- Was Purchased by Edward Stephens, the Well Known Local Druggist. The Price Paid Was $3, 500 -- Edward Stephens, the well-known local druggist, the other day purchased the Cummins & Weaver property located in Monongahela avenue. It was sold at auction. The price paid by Mr. Stephens was $3, 500. The building is one of two stories, is of brick, and contains six rooms, including the store room. It was formerly owned by Mr. Le Roy Weaver, who up until a short time ago conducted a hardware business in the store room.. Mr. Stephens will eventually occupy the property, which is one of the most valuable in the borough. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 7, 1905--- NEWS NOTES AND PERSONALS --- John Daly, of Ohio avenue, who has been confined to his home for sometime past with pneumonia, is still ill. He is now very much improved and out of danger. This will be good news to his many friends.. Homer Ward, the well-known borough clerk, who has been ill with pneumonia for nearly three weeks, is well again, and has resumed his position in the plant of the Pittsburg Steel Foundry company.. Real Estate Agent James Bottomley has sold for Panline Hoff. of this place, a lot, the size of which is 25x120 on Vermont avenue. The consideration was $500 cash.. There has arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. David Lynch, of Pollock, a baby boy. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 8, 1905 --- BOARD OF TRADE COMMITTEES --- President Jones Hands Down His List. Their Respective Duties Outlined. Board of Directors. -- The charter for the local board of trade will close on April 21st. There are now 55 persons enrolled. The next meeting will occur on the above date. Persons desiring to connect themselves therewith can do so by calling at the office of Squire George Pastre, or being present at the meeting on the 21st.. Following are the various committees appointed by President J. W. Jones of the board and duties assigned each:.. Executive -- W. F. Sparks, chairman; George Coursin, Harry P. Rommel, W. L. McClaran and Malcom Murray. This committee shall have general charge and care of the property and building and such other matters as may be referred to it.. Arbitration - Charles Redman, chairman; John Willis, D. H. Hinter, W. L. Jackson and Edward Stephens. Any differences that may arise between members of the association shall be referred to it for adjustment.. Transportation and railroad - Albert Lapsley, chairman; W. Nyberg, A. V. Cunningham, C. M. Ridenour and A. D. Williams. This committee shal aid all members of the associationin the adjustment of rates or collection of claims of any character against the transportation company entering the borough.. Legislation - W. M. Robinson, Esq., chairman; A. W. Powell, Esq., L. H. Edmundson, F. W. Myers and P. Gordon Ross. This committee shall take up all matters requiring national or state legislation affecting the objects of this association.. Municipal Affairs - Dr. E. L. Erhard, chairman, George Pforsich, John Lapsley, Michael Belousar and W. J. Riffner. This committee shall take up and urge upon the municipal and county authorities any question pertaining to the borough and the county which this association may deem essential to the better government, health, safety and comfort of the people.. Statistics - Joseph Y. Caughey, chairman; L. H. Edmundson, P. S. McMullen, Herman Luoms and J. Mc. D. Murray. Shal gather and compile such information as may be called for by the association.. Industry committee - George F. Pastre, Esq., chairman; Charles Redman, R. H. Baxter, P. S. McMullen and Dr. R. D. Nichols. This committee shall find suitable places for and endeavor to secure industries for the borough of Glassport that will give employment to the residents of said borough.. Membership - W. S. Kearney, chairman; S. B. Davis, Joseph Taylor, John R. Schwerha and W. F. Sparks. They shal explain the object of the association to citizens and visitors, canvas the residents and businessmen of the borough of Glassport for new members, look up delinquencies and recommend to the board of directors any of the latter that shall be dropped from membership.. Printing committee - P. S. McMullen, George F. Pastre, A. E. Lapsley, W. F. Sparks and Joseph Taylor. They shall attend to all literature and printed matter in connection with the association.. The following constitutes the board of directors: J. W. Jones, George F. Pastre, A. E. Lapsley, W. H. Robinson, S. B. Davis, Joseph Y. Caughey, E. L. Erhard M. D., M. Murray, W. S. Kearney, W. F. Sparks and Harry P. Bottomley. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 8, 1905 --- TWO OFFICERS RESIGNED --- No. 1 Fire company Holds Interesting Meeting -- No Boat Excursion This Year -- Will Have Lawn Fete -- No. 1 Fire company held an interesting meeting last evening. The resignation of John Herman as vice president and also of Squire George Pastre as financial secretary, were read and accepted. The vice presidency was not filled and that of financial secretary was. W. G. Hatfield was elected to fill this office. The matter of a boat excursion was taken up and discussed. The entertainment committee thought it would be quite an undertaking to hold a boat excursion and decided to recommend the holding of a lawn fete. The company concurred in the recommendation and will proceed with the details and report what progress is being made from time to time.. The matter of suits was brought up. It was decided for the present that no uniforms be purchased because of a shortage of funds.. The following committee was appointed on the adoption of a badge: Homer Peterson, W. C. Niven and H. P. Rommel. This committee will confer with a like committee from No. 2 company and also with the fire committee of council. There was no further business transacted. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 8, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- J. W. Jones has sold a six-roomed house with bath to Joseph Taylor, of the firm Taylor & Smith in Ohio avenue, for $3000. Mr. Taylor has also purchased a business site on Monongahela avenue.. Street commissioner F. W. Myers has a force of men at work giving Monongahela avenue a scouring. The avenue needs this very much.. R. B. Langley has resigned his position as bill clerk at the P. and L. E. scale office. Harry Davis will fill the vacancy and Walter Kidwell will get the position of Mr. Davis.. It was agreed this morning that positions would be presented to council at it next meeting for two new lights - one at the corner of Ninth street and Monongahela avenue and the other at the corner of first street and Monongahela avenue.. Mike Faber and Joseph Rogan were arrested by Officer Burns last night. Faber was fined $1 and costs by the burgess and the other manwas discharged. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 13, 1905 --- THE TWO LINE-UPS OF SATURDAY'S TEAMS --- Manager Moore of the local ball team, has received a communication from the manager of st. John's Lyceum team of Pittsburg that his players will be on hand for Saturday's opening game. St. John's will pitch Slevins of Newark, O., and Moore will pitch Barrickman of last year's Four A's. The line-up of both teams are as follows: Glassport - Bumbaugh, catcher; Barrickman, pitcher; Huffman, short stop; Fiedler, first base; J. Moore, second base; Griffith, third base; Venetta, left field; Fisher, middle field and Thropp, right field.. St. John's Lyceum - McCafferty, catcher; Slevin, pitcher; Shally, short stop; Smith, center field; Mooney, first base; Dullard, second base; Harmon, third base; Kuntz, left field and Manning, right field.. The game will occur at the Ninth street grounds and will be called at 3 o'clock. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 13, 1905 --- HARPER ARRESTS TWO --- Two Italians Tackle Man by Name of Henderson and Get Worst of Deal -- Henderson is Good --- D. V. Genaro and Marko Lascaro, two Italians, were arrested yesterday by Constable Henry harper on a charge of disorderly conduct by a man by the name of R. H. Henderson. the men were given a hearing before Squire Pastre last evening. The usual fine was imposed on Genaro and Lascaro was discharged. It is alleged in the affidavit that the Italians jumped on Henderson and that he whipped both. The defendants claimed Henderson used a bar on them. After settling of the suit charges of assault and battery and disorderly conduct were preferred against Mr. Henderson. Squire Pastre will hear the case this evening. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 17, 1905 --- GLASSPORT THE WINNER --- Met St. John's Lyceum Saturday and Defeated Them Before a Big Crowd. Barrickman in Fine Form.--- The baseball season opened here Saturday and to show Manager Petter Moore that the game was appreciated, a large crowd of fans turned out to witness the contest. The day was not an ideal one, yet the searching wind did not seem to have had any effect on spectator or player. The practice game by both teams was clean cut and fast.. Umpire Case called time at 3 o'clock and the first ball was shot over the plate. In the first inning it looked blue for the home team. The visitors made three runs in this inning, by good all around batting and base running. This, however, was all of the runs they could get, although they looked dangerous at different stages. Slevin, the professional, was pitching good ball and had lots of speed. Barrickman, of last year's Four A's went in to pitch for the locals and showed up in fine form. He had the best of it, being more effective than Slevin. As the game progressed he seemed to get stronger, while it was just the reverse with Slevin. The pitching of Barrickman, the batting of Thropp and bumbaugh and the all around work of Derr was responsible for Glassport's victory.The game closed with the locals on top by a close score of 4 to 3. It was the best game played on the home grounds and the best team won. There was lots of rooting. The score by inning was as follows:
| Glassport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| St. John Lyceum | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Stolen bases -- Griffith, Fisher, Kuntz, Manning. Two base hits - Thropp, Manning. Base on balls - Fisher, Griffith. Hit by pitched ball -- Cairns, Mooney, Hannan, Fisher. Struck out -- By Slevin 7, by Barrickman 8. Wild pitch - Slevin. Time of game 1:40. Umpire - Case. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 17, 1905 --- TWO FINLANDERS ARRESTED --- Constable Harper Takes Two Into Tow for Being Disorderly -- Fined $1 and Costs. -- Constable Henry Harper Saturday arrested two Finlanders for being drunk and disorderly on Monongahela avenue. The information was made before Squire Pastre. The hearing occured about 11 o'clock, when both were found guilty and werefined $1 and costs. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 20, 1905 --- ADDITIONAL LICENSES --- Glassport Gets One Additional Wholesaler and Two Retail Houses -- H. C. Griffin and D. J. Fury Will be in Partnership -- As predicted in the News some two weeks ago, Glassport borough secured two additional retail licenses and one additional wholesale. The list was handed down by the court last evening. When the people of Glassport read the morning papers many were suprised to learn that so few retailers have been granted. Others expressed themselves that the town should not have more retailers than last year.. All of the old applicants were successful. The two new dealers are A. D. williams and Nicholas Wolf. The former had been in the grocery business for some time past, but of late has been conducting a restaurant. Mr. Williams is the owner of the Williams block, one of the largest in the borough.. Mr. Wolf has just completed a magnificent four-story building at the corner of Ninth street and Monongahela avenue He applied last year but was refused, as did also Mr. Williams.. The new wholesale license was granted to H. C. Griffin and Daniel J. Fury. They will conduct business in the old Backer building on Monongahela avenue. Mr. Griffin is the son of Burgess H. C. Griffin, and his partner, Mr. Fury, formerly was employed at the wholesale house of John J. Malloy, McKeesport. The official list of granted and refused, as handed down by the court is as follows:
Retail
Granted-
Gross, Michael, southeast corner of Allegheny avenue and Sixth street. Morrissey, Patrick, southwest corner Monongahela and Fifth street. Williams, Alfred D. east side of Monongahela avenue, between Seventh and Eighth streets. Willis, John Stephen, westerly side of Monongahela avenue, about 75 feet south of the southwestern corner of Monongahela avenue and Sixth street. Wolf, Nicholas, , northeast corner of Monongahela and Eighth avenues.Refused-
Belusar, Michael, northwest corner of Sixth street and Vermont avenue. DiGemaro, Venenzio, east side of Vermont avenue, between Sixth and Seventh streets. Glithero, John J., northwest corner of Sixth street and Indiana avenue. Kelley, Daniel T., north side of Monongahela avenue between Eighth and Ninth streets. Kirley, Bernard J., easterly side of Monongahela avenue. Logue, George W., Bennett, Millie, west side of Monongahela avenue, between Eighth and Ninth streets. Rushe, Jacob, northwest corner of Ohio and Ninth streets. Sztopko, Joseph, Indiana avenue near Sixth street.Wholesale
Granted-
Griffin, H. C., Fury, Daniel J., east side of Monongahela avenue, south of Sixth street. Schwerha, John R., 435 Monongahela avenue.Refused-
Buck, Mayer, western side of Monongahela avenue, south of Sixth street. Dietrich, Gustav H., 510 Monongahela avenue. King, Jud, easterly side of Monongahela avenue between Fourth and Fifth streets. Larkin, James J., north side of Monongahela avenue, between Eighth and Ninth streets. Weisberg, Chas A., Monongahela avenue, between Fifth and Sixth streets.In two of the Pittsburg papers it was stated this morning that John O. Willis had been refused a license. This was looked into, however, and found to be incorrect. When the report became known that Mr. willis had been refused his friends went direct to Pittsburg, only to learn that an error had been made. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 20, 1905 --- FINANCE COMMITTEE MET --- Decided to Enlarge the Committee. Special Committee Appointed to Wait on Various Manufacturies. Will Need Over $1,000. -- The finance committee of the Fourth of July celebration, met at the Reliance headquarters last evening, and decided that the amount needed to defray the expenses of the Fourth of July would slightly exceed $1, 000. In order tosecure this amount, it was decided to enlarge the committee and the following persons were named: J. Johnstone, H. K. Ward, J. J. Cochenour, Ed McMullen and W. Farley.. A special committee was appointed to await on the various manufacturing plants to see how much they would be willing to give towards the affair. The general committee will wait on the merchants and private citizens. The chairman of the meeting, John F. Reed, stated that each member of the committee would be put in possession of a book that would be officially prefaced, when the proper time arrived for the taking up of public subscriptions. The financial question was talked of at some length. The committee feels that it has no small job on its hands., and just as soon as the subscription books are ready, the work of procuring donations will begin. It was decided to hold the next meeting on the evening of the 28th, at the Reliance headquarters. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 20, 1905 --- Was Given Thirty Days --- Burgess H. C. Griffin this morning sent James Riley up for thirty days for being drunk and disorderly, and for insulting L. H. Edmundson, the local tax collector. Riley had imbibed too much and commenced to take possession of the town. L. H. Edmundson approached and it was not too long until Riley offered fight. The fellow only had one hand and of course the tax collector did not care to tackle a man so crippled. He told the fellow to go home and get sobered up. Riley became very abusive, when Officer King happened along and took him in tow. He was arrested about 9 o'clock in the evening. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 20, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- The board of trade is scheduled to meet tomorrow evening.. Mrs. J. A. Lapsley of Ohio avenue continues to improve. She was yesterday visited by her sister, Mrs. Bettor of Pittsburg. Mrs. Lapsley is afflicted with pneumonia.. The various churches in the borough are are arranging to hold special Easter services next Sunday. The little tots of the Sunday school will have special programs to take the place of the regular session of the school. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 22, 1905 --- DISCRIMINATION IS CHARGED --- Board of Trade Held Interesting Meeting Last Evening -- Went After Pittsburg Wholesalers -- Unwarranted Rates Are Charged -- The meeting of the local board of trade was held last evening in council chambers, which was attended by over 35 of the members. President Jones preside, and George Pastre took down the preceedings. The first item to be considered was the closing of the charter. The secretary stated that there were now 57 names on the charter, and by motion, the document was closed.. W. Nyberg, a local merchant, was present and stated that a former partner from Conneaut, was in the borough and contemplated removing his shovel factory from that place. He thought if the proper inducements were offered by the board of trade of Glassport, that his friend could be inticed to locate here. Mr. Nyberg stated that the shovel factory would engage about 50 men, and always gives steady employment. The matter was discussed pro and con. The board thought the suggestion of Mr. Nyberg a good one, all believing that this was practically the first genuine proposition that had yet been brought before the board. The matter was referred to the committee on industries, they to make the inquiries concerning land, and to obtain if possible the very lowest prices possible. The gentleman will be in Glassport for some time and will keep himself in close touch with the committee which will have his case in charge.. The matter of discrimination in rates by the wholesale merchants of the city of Pittsburg to home merchants came up and some very good points were brought out. Squire Pastre began the discussion by saying that he knew there was a discrimination of rates.He said that McKeesport merchants were not charged freight for merchandise shipped from the wholesale dealers of Pittsburg, and knew that local merchants had to pay freight. He said that it was an injury to the business of Glassport merchants. He thought that the matter should be looked into by the board of trade. He was of the opinion that the local merchants were in a position to compete with McKeesport merchants, outside of this one feature. This matter was discussed by several members of the board, after which it was referred to the committee on transportation.. The condition of West fifth avenue, McKeesport, was discussed. The board thought that there was a good deal of dilly-dallying going on. It was openly asserted that the present conditions of the thoroughfare was a detriment to the borough of Glassport. This matter will receive some attention. There was no other business before the body when an adjournment was made. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 22, 1905 -- EAGLE A. C. LINEUP --- The Eagle A. C. ball club of this place has been organized for the coming season. The line-up of the team is as follows: E. Durr, c; B. Black, p; J. Balck, ss; W. Weaver, 1b; G. Pastre, 2b; R Weigand, 3b; R. Senate, rf; M. Bohr, cf; W. Wowning, lf; substitute H. Deitz; mascot, Carl Weigand. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 22, 1905 --- TOM KING MAKE ARREST --- Officer Thomas King last night on Monongahela avenue arrested Ephraim Kovisto on a charge of being drunk and disorderly. He was locked up and this morning Burgess H. C. Griffin gave him a hearing. He was fined $5 and the costs, which were paid. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 22, 1905 --- CHURCH CHIMES --- United Evangelical church, F. W. Barlott, pastor. The usual Saturday night service this evening, Topic: "Lessons on the Death of Christ." Sunday school 9:45 a.m. Preaching 11 a.m., "The Ressurection." 7:30 p.m., an Easter service. There will be special music suitable for the occasions at both services. Pentecostal meeting at 2 p.m. Young people's meeting Tuesday evening. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Come and share in the Easter festivities.. The other church services will remain the same. Easter services will be observed in all of the churches. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 25, 1905 --- EXTENSION OF PLANTS --- If Reports Are True There Are to be Some Expansive Improvements Made By Manufacturing Concerns in This Borough -- Glassport's future, if reports are true, is exceptionally bright. The half, it is said, has not yet been told. On good authority it is stated that there are to be some substantial additions made to some of the plants in the borough in the near future in order to meet the demands for the product being turned out by local industries. One of the places that the News has reference to is the plant of the Pittsburg Steel Hoop company. It is a well-known fact than on more occasions than one this firm has been handicapped, in not having a supply of billets, the principal product used in the making of steel hoops. This has necessitated the closing down of some of the mills at different times. It is fully expected that these can be furnished from the Monesson mills, as will go to show by the attached clipping from a trade magazine. It is further believed that the company will either have to put a mill here for the rolling of billets or additional mills for the turning out of finished material. This firm does not only manufacture steel hoop, but also is the maker of other finished product. The officials of the company are saying nothing of their plans at the present time, but The News has every reason to believe that there is "something doing." The firm has ground sufficient to add very materially to its present plant, and doubtless before many more days the plans of the company will be revealed. The following in the clipping referred to above: "The Pittsburg Steel company has under consideration the building of additions to its plant at Monessen, Pa., which will involve an expenditure of about $3,500,000. The plans include a blast furnace, open-hearth furnace plant, and ingot and billet mills. It is also understood that the wire and wire nail capacity will be increased. The company at present has an annual capacity of 125,000 tons of wire, and with 200 nail machines can turn out 1,500,000 kegs of wire nails. It's galvanizing department has an annual capacity of 60,000 gross tons and it can also produce 30,000 tons of barbed wire and 25,000 tons of field fencingIt has recently established a branch works at Hamilton, Cananda, and is operating a hoop department at Glassport, which is running to the utmost capacity. At the Glassport works, there is an annual capacity of 30,000 tons of billets, thus the company has been a large buyer of billets.".. The bulk of the above clipping has reference to the Monessen plant. It is inferred that if the local plant now works up 30,000 tons of billets annually, it will be able to do much better when the Monessen plant begins to furnish the billets required.. The talk about a year ago of dismantling the local plant of the Steel Hoop company is given no credence.. At the Pittsburgh steel foundry it is understood there are employed 150 moulders. Heretofore the company has only had about 50 of these skilled workman employed. The foundry has more orders, it is said, that can properly take care of, hence the employing of so many extra skilled men. All of the other local industries are unusually busy, and are likely to be for some time to come. It is said on good authority that there are to be some additions made at other plants. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 25, 1905 --- Firemen to Furnish Fun --- The dance to be given by the firemen in Bank hall this evening promises to be an enjoyable affair and the fire laddies assure all who attend a good time. Hose company No. 2 will meet this evening at 7:30 sharp, at which time all members are expected to be present. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 25, 1905 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- The local ball team will meet the L. A. C. Brushton team next Saturday at Ninth street. The Brushton boys are nearly all college players and doubtless they will give Moore's men a battle royal.. Messrs Sparks, Rommel, Hughes and Pforsich attended the call for a special meeting of council last evening. No meeting was had for lack of a forum... Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 26, 1905 --- CHIEF RIFFNER GETS ORDERS --- Instead of Arresting Innoffensive Men Who Are Drunk, But Not Disorderly, They Are to be Assisted Home By the Officers -- Chief of police W. J. Riffner of the borough, has received orders from the chairman of the police committee of council, Harry P. Rommel, not to arrest a man who is simply intoxicated, but, on the other hand, to see that he is assisted to his home or taken to a place of safety. This order has not only been given to the chief, but has also been given to the rest of the patrolmen. Burgess H. C. Griffin, it is understood, feels as Mr. Rommel does on the matter. None of the officials believe that it is a good thing for a man to get so intoxicated that he is unable to navigate, but they consider that locking up of a man because he is drunk sometimes is the means of that individual losing his job, and also causing him more or less trouble and exposure that affects the man's wife and family to a considerable degree. It is hoped that such orders will not have any tendency to increase the "drunk" rate. A gentleman speaking of the order said:" There are, however, a few men who get so drunk that they are no longer able to navigate, who do not become more or less disorderly. The object of the order, it is presumed, is to first look into the man's safety. In the city of McKeesport a man is not arrested, no matter how "full" he may be, so long as he is not disorderly and able to keep on the go.".. Since the new administration has taken hold there have been very few arrests, probably due in part to the recent order of the chairman of the police committee. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 26, 1905 --- THE BALL A SUCCESS --- Reliance Hose Company Will Clear at Least $100 -- A Large Company of Persons Present -- Reliance Hose company No. 2 of the borough, held its annual reception and dance last evening at Bank hall. It was one of the most successful of the kind ever held in the borough. There was a large crowd of young persons present and all enjoyed themselves immensely. There was no disorder. The executive and other committees are to be congratulated for the good work done. The company will clear at least $100. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 26, 1905 --- GETTING READY FOR THE RACES --- The Glassport Driving Park association will this year have quite a number of interesting races. Yesterday, the president ordered the track at Ninth street harrowed and during this month it will be put in perfect condition, The association will be called to meet soon, when a day's program will be mapped out. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 27, 1905 --- NO. 1 COMPANY TO HOLD SOCIAL -- Held Meeting Last Evening and Appointed Committees Who Are to Have Charge of Coming Lawn Fete -- No. 1 fire company last evening met at headquarters and spent some time in going over the details of the proposed lawn fete. The boat excursion question was talked of, but was permitted to drop by common consent. The members of the company discussed at some length the kind of lawn fete they thought would be best to have. It was decided to hold the affair sometime in June. The date is to be set sometime in the near future. The chair then appointed the following committees who will have the affair in charge: General chairman, James McClafferty. Printing - John F. Reed, W. G. Hatfield, Sr. and William Brooks. Contest - Thomas Mullin, John F. Reed and William Brooks. Sporting - James McClafferty, Harry Rommel and W. G. Hatfield, Sr. Music and dancing - Peter C. Kelly, Robert Hatfield and James McMahon. Refreshments - John Norton, william Brooks and George Pforsich.. It was decided to have a contest for a fine cabinent and the participants selected were Miss Maida Riffner, daughter of Chief of Police Riffner, and Miss Burns, daughter of Ex-Chief of Police Thomas Burns. All of these committees were requested to get to work, meet and make reports from time to time. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 27, 1905 --- ANNUAL MEETING OF FIRST PRESBYTERIANS --- A congregational meeting of the officers and members of the First Presbyterian church was held last evening at the church. The turn out was good. The object of the meeting was stated by the chairman, Mr. John B. Edmundson. It was for the purpose of electing a full board of trustees. When that matter was brought up for action, it was unanimously decided to increase the board from six to nine members. It was stated that there was a good deal more work in the church to attend to now. Those who were elected to serve during the next year are: John B. Edmundson, R. H. Alexander, A. E. Lapsley, W. L. McClaran, J. W. Jones, John Redman, L. I. Weddle, Dr. E. L. Erhard and Charles Redman. The chairman of the board announced that a meeting of the trustees would occur on the 5th of next month for the purpose of electing officers. All of the reports were heard. One from the pastor and the others from the various auxilliary organizations of the church. They were all of a very encouraging nature. The church generally speaking is in a most flourishing condition. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 27, 1905 --- ROBERT HATFIELD FOR CHIEF --- Alex Barton for Assistant -- A Combinations Met Last Evening and Decided to Make Recommendation -- A number of persons interested in the selection of a fire chief and an assistant gathered at the council chambers last evening, and heard the recommendations made by a joint committee of the members from No. 1 and 2 companies, who discussed the matter with the fire committee of council. After some deliberation, Robert Hatfield, of No. 1 company was recommended as chief of the entire department, and Alex Barton, of No. 2 as the assistant. Their names will be recommended to council at the next meeting. It is fully expected that they will be confirmed. Mr. Hatfield is a young man, and has been one of the most active fireman the borough has had. He understands the business and is popular with the boys The same thing can be said of Mr. Barton. Last year the position of chief was field by Gideon Tripp, who is a member of No. 2 company. The joint committee also recommended to council the purchasing of 20 pairs of gum boots, which will be divided between the two companies. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
April 27, 1905 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Business is booming on the Glassport division of the Pittsburg and Lake Erie railroad. Another extra engine was put into service the other day.. An official badge has been decided by the different fire companies and will be recommended to council for final adoption at the next meeting.. Mrs. J. E. Hughes, of Ohio avenue, has returned home after a visit to Atlantic City. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 4, 1905 --- CORNER STONE WILL BE LAID --- Imposing Ceremonies Will Mark the Event -- The Members of the New Polish Denomination to Have Elaborate Exercises -- Brass Bands and Parades -- On Sunday, May 14, the cornerstone of the First Polish Catholic church will be laid amidst imposing ceremonies. The pastor of the society together with the members and officials, are already at work making the necessary arrangements. There are to be two special trains over the Pittsburg and Lake Erie railroad between Pittsburg and other points below. Then there will be a special train running between Monessen and Glassport. It is safely estimated that there will be at least 5,000 people here on this occasion. There will be several brass bands in town to lead the immense parade that has been outlined. Quite a number of Polish organizations will be in line, and it is fully expected that the parade will be one of the most spectacular affairs that has been seen about this section for years. The handsome new edifice when completed it is said, will cost at least $40,000. It has further been said that already two-thirds of this amount has been raised. The location is on the hill, but a short distance from the present Roman Catholic church. At present, many of the Polish denominations worship at the latter church. It is estimated that there are something like 450 Polish and Slavish residents in Glassport, which would mean a very nice membership roll to start with. Further particulars of the event will appear later in the columns of the News. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 4, 1905 --- THE LOCAL METHODISTS WILL HOLD TEMPERANCE MEETINGS --- A communication received at the office of The News states that the Methodists are arranging to hold a series of temperance or gospel rallies. The first of these will be held next Sunday afternoon, in the Methodist church, and it is fully expected that the attendance will be large. Mr. A. W. Cole is authority for the statement that there will be several very able speakers present, to talk on the temperance question. Mr. Cole further states that there will be some good music rendered. All who can are urged to attend. The service will commence at 3 o'clock. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 4, 1905 --- JOHN HILL BURNT AT STEEL FOUNDRY --- John Hill, who resides on Indiana avenue and employed at the Pittsburg steel foundry, as a ladleman, while pouring a heat yesterday, was slightly burned on the left arm and side. There was a splash of metal, caused by some unknown reason. It was first thought that the man was seriously burned, but a report from the McKeesport hospital, whither the man had been sent, was to the effect that the burns, while painful, were not serious, and that the patient was doing splendidly. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 21, 1905 --- BRIEF NOTES OF EVENTS IN AND NEAR THE CITY --- Marriage licenses have been issued to the following: Edward H. Crawford and Fannie M. Firth, both of McKeesport; Richard Glass of Shire Oaks, and Camelia Clans of McKeesport; James 0. McClure of Duquesne, and Mary J. Robbins of Braddock; Charles McDirmott and Ethel Craven, both of Glassport; Flwood C. Valentine and Cecelia Kimmell, both of Glassport. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA June/July, 2005. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
July 27, 1905 --- GLASSPORT PRODUCT WANTED --- Glassport will furnish the axes and tools that Uncle Sam will use in cutting away the great forests in the construction of the Panama canal. The immense plant of the American Ax and Tool company at Glassport has received an order for a big shipment of axes and tools of the finest grade ... Part of the order will be ready for shipment to New York in a few days where it will be forwarded at once to Panama. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA June/July, 2005. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
August 17, 1905 --- D. V. AULT & CO. GETS CONTRACT --- The Borough Council Last Evening Awarded the Vermont Avenue Improvement to the Above Firm. Other Business Transacted. -- Council convened in speciall session last evening, with all of the members present except Mr. Hartman. Mr. Sparks, president of council, ordered the opening of the bids on the Vermont avenue improvement. Clerk Ward attended to this portion of the work, when the engineer and clerk were then authorized to tabulate same and report to council. All bids were read separately and carefully tabulated. They were as follows. D. V. Ault & Co. $18,420; Mainard & Flynn, $19,750; Ott Bros., $20,240; W. W. Kelly, $19,320; E. Erbeck, $19,760; T. C. Johnstone, $20,180; and Rowman Bros., $20,890. On motion of Mr. Rommel, the contract was awarded to the lowest bidder, D. V. Ault & Co. On motion of Mr. Pforsich, all certified checks were ordered returned to the unsuccessful bidders.. On motion of Mr. Pforsich the contract for the new hook and ladder truck was awarded to the Seagrave Co. The price to be paid was $850. The ladder to be furnished is the No. 6 special.. A communication was received from the borough school board, asking council to establish a grade, and set the curb on Erie street in order that the board could put down the sidewalk about the school property, and also grade the school grounds. The matter was referred to the street committee.. A warrant was ordered drawn in favor of the Glassport Lumber company, the amount due it for putting down the sidewalk about the new municipal building.. On the motion of Mr. Rommel, the solicitor was instructed to draw up a resolution authorizing council to take $600 from the bond fund to be placed to the credit of the general fund.. Mr. Reed presented an ordinance regulating the speed of street cars, automobiles and horses in the borough limits. It will be before councel at the next meeting for action. There was no further business before the body when adjournment was made. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 18, 1905 --- TO BE OPERATED AT FULL CAPACITY --- By-Product Plant at Otto to Resume in Full September 1 --- Extensive Improvements Have Been Made, Entailing a Cost of Thousands of Dollars. --- The by-product plant at Otto, has for some time been operating only about one half, and the fact that there is to be full resumption, doubtless will be welcome news to the business men and the people generally speaking. The principal reason of the suspension of a large number of men several months ago, was that there was not a great rush of orders, and also that there were contemplated improvements pending, that had to receive immediate attention. The latter have about all been completed, and when the resumption will be made, the company be in a better position than it has ever been to take care of the influx of orders, as well as to better facilitate the preparation of product manufactured, as well as for shipment of larger orders. During the past three months, the company has made some very extensive as well as expensive improvement. A large new coke bin has been erected to supplant the one destroyed by fire about a year ago.This will be put into operation in a few days. The erection of this entailed thousands of dollars alone, as it is made out of the very best wood and is operated by the most modern machinery. Then three new batteries of boilers have been installed at great cost. Nearly all of the ovens have undergone a thorough overhauling, and will be ready to fire up about the first of the week. The new tar tank that has just been completed will have a capacity of 10,000 barrels.With all of the plants in full operation, including the one in question, the people of Glassport will doubtless appreciate the condition of things here, as it has been officialy stated that the wave of prosperity was never as encouraging as it is at the present time.The resumption of the plant in question, means the employing of many additional men, all of whom reside within the borough limits. Source: McKeesport Daily News
August 18, 1905 --- WELL-KNOWN COUPLE UNITED IN MATRIMONY --- The Groom is Seized After the Ceremony and Placed on a Hose Cart by the Boys of No. 2 Fire Company and Given the Usual Ride -- Had to Set "Em" Up -- One of the leading society events of the season was that of last evening, when Mr. Emil Cherron and Miss Mamie Mayou, both well known young people of Glassport, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony. The happy event was solomized at the home of the bride's mother on Monongahela avenue. The officiating clergyman was the Rev. Father Rea, the pastor of St. Cecelia church of this place. The exercises were brief, but very solemn. After the usual formalities were over a tempting repast was seved to the many guests present. There were many useful and valuable presents bestowed. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Joseph Mayou, and one of the leaders in society. The groom is one of the prominent young men of Glassport and has always been an active member of the No. 2 fire company. After the ceremony, he was siezed by his companions and given the usual ride in the hose cart to Otto and back. Of course he had to set "em" up, which he did in rare style. The many friends of the couple all join in wishing them a safe and prosperous voyage over the sea of matrimony. Source: McKeesport Daily News
September 27, 1905 --- JUST LISTEN TO THIS, GLASSPORT MAIDS! --- A number of Glassport young men have banded themselves together for the purpose of discouraging matrimony...They formed a club, which will be known as the "Bachelors" club. Eleven eligible bachelors are said to have put their names in the declaration of principles, which includes a solemn promise "to have absolutely nothing to do with the girls."...The following persons have permitted themselves to be placed at the head of the organization, where the indignant girls can assail them at will: Christopher King, president; James Durr, vice president; Charles Harbaugh, secretary. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA August/September, 2005. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
October 10, 1905 --- HAVE RETURNED HOME FROM THEIR HONEYMOON --- E.G. Moritz and bride have returned to Glassport after a honeymoon trip east. The many friends of the couple will doubtless be surprised to hear of the marriage, the fact only having been made known to a few intimate friends of Mr. Moritz at the time ... The bride was formerly Miss Mamie Price Meyers, the daughter of a well-to-do merchant at Baltimore ... They will take a suite of rooms at the Hotel Grand. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November, 2005. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
October 23, 1905 --- GLASSPORT --- B.W. Murphy, one of the best known brakemen of the Glassport division of the Pittsburg and Lake Erie railroad is shaking hands with himself that he lives ... Early Saturday morning Murphy was busy swinging cars when in some manner he slipped and fell from the car he was signalling from. He was caught between two cars and squeezed about the hips and his head struck the rail as he fell ... He was taken to the office of Dr. E.L. Erhard, where the injuries were dressed. Murphy sustained a long scalp wound which required several stitches to close. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA October/November, 2005. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
March 15, 1906 --- BUILDING ACTIVITY TAKES BIG SPURT --- Glassport Lumber Co. Has $30,000 Worth of New Work -- Manager Talks -- NUMBER NEW RESIDENCES FINISHED -- Notwithstanding the season contracts for new buildings to be erected in the borough are pouring in. The Glassport Lumber company, of which R. H. Baxter is the manager, has over $30,000 of new work. Some of the buildings will be residences, and others business houses. Contracts for several of these were only recently let.. Mr. Baxter said that he never saw so much activity along building lines at this season of the year, but thought the reason contracts were being let at this time was on account of the rush that is anticipated in the early spring. He said that scores of persons in the borough had bought lots years ago and were now ready to have homes built. He was of the opinion that there would be more building in Glassport this spring than there had been for many years past. He also said that the residences to be erected would be of the substantial order and that modern homes had the call at the present time.. Mr. Baxter gave out the following contracts which he had received: $6,000 store room and flats to be erected on Monongahela avenue for W. Nyberg, the well-known drygoods merchant of this place. It will be a two story brick and trimmed with stone. Another is a double frame two story building for J. W. Jones and W. S. Kearney on Monongahela avenue between seventh and eighth streets to be used exclusively for dwelling purposes.It will be modern in every respect and will cost about $6,000. Two six-room frame dwellings on Monongahela avenue, Otto, for J. I Richardson, $5,000. A double frame building for residence purposes on Vermont avenue between Fifth and Sixth street, for S. C. Addis, $3,000. A $2,000 residence on Vermont avenue for Grant Frampton. It will be frame and modern.. The firm is completing the handsome residence of John Redman, on Ohio avenue. It is a nine-room building, and is one of the most artistic in the borough. It was built at a cost of $4,500. The same firm has just completed the Joseph Taylor building on Monongahela avenue. It is a storeroom and flats and cost $4,500.. The same firm has a half dozen smaller houses to erect in various parts of the borough. Mr. Baxter says that their force of workmen at the present time is equally as large as it was last summer when there was so much building going on. The outlook for a busy period could not be more promising. Source: McKeesport Daily News
March 15, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- George Blose of Otto, has just completed improvements at his home. The Glassport Lumber company added a fine new porch to front of the residence.. John Kelley was picked up by Officer Luoma last night and given a berth until this morning, when he was liberated after giving a good account of himself.. The foreigner who was arrested the other night by Officer Luoma was given a hearing before Burgess Kelley last night and let go upon promising to do better in the future.. The Consumers Ice company has been launched in Glassport, with John Bills as the manager. The company is composed of local men.. A new hatchet and ax punching machine has been added to the hundreds of other machines at the American Ax and Tool works. Each has a capacity of 1,000 hatchets and axes daily.. The B. of R. T. of this place will hold a dance at the Donovan & Ekin auditorium, McKeesport, next Saturday evening. The committee in charge expect a large attendance.. There will be an interesting meeting of the Odd Fellows lodge of this place this evening at Bank hall. A full turn-out of the members is expected. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 6, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES. --- James E. Pitts and Walter Case are in West Virginia on business.. George Sherwin of Monesson, has returned home after a visit to friends on Monongahela avenue.. The residence of Councilman Griffin is being beautified with several coats of paint.. Council will meet in regular session next Monday night. There is a considerable amount of business on the calendar.. All members of No. 1 hose company will meet at its headquarters this evening at 7:30 sharp. Business of importance is to be transacted. The order is signed by James McMahon.. The real estate agency of W. G. fife & Son, yesterday sold a lot on Iowa avenue to D. C. Miller of this place and also a house and lot on the same street to William Farbetta. The considerations are private.. The real estate agency of James H. Pitts yesterday sold two houses and a lot on Beaver avenue, McKeesport, for Seth J. Wilson, of Rockberry, Mass. to W. G. Stephan, of McKeesport, for the consideration of $2,400.. Manager Moore of the local baseball team, has called a meeting at his home for Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock of all of the local payers. He urges all to attend as there is some important business to transact.. The Consumer's Ice company, composed of well-known young men of this place, had its new two-horse wagon on the steets yesterday for the first time. The young men comprising the firm have many friends here, all of whom wish them success. The boys say that they have the finest ice that was ever manufactured. They report business brisk.. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- LARGE GATHERING OF THE FINNISH --- Resolutions to be Adopted Protesting Against Political Situation -- SIMULTANEOUS MEETING ALL OVER COUNTRY -- There will be a simultaneous meeting held tomorrow afternoon by all Finnish organizations in this country, the expressed purpose being to meet and discuss the political question of Finland as it is today. At each gathering there will be a set of resolutions adopted protesting against the present state of affairs in Finland. The Finnish people residing in this country are very indignant over the political situation as it now exists, and it is thought that the resolutions to be sent on will have some effect.. Tomorrow afternoon, there will be a routine meeting in the temperance hall to which every Finlander in the borough is invited. The meeting has been advertised for some time past, and it is expected that the hall will be filled to overflowing.. The Finnish band will be out in full force and there will also be attractive vocal music. There will be some ringing addresses made by the following persons: Herman Quoms, W. Nyberg and John Humberg. These gentlemen are the leaders among the Finnish people here and are in posession of many of the facts of the doings of Finland at the present time. Herman Macki will preside over the meeting and will make the introductory address. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- "HOOKED" THE GLOVE --- Mrs. W. F. Sparks Catches Boy Taking Glove from Office -- A boy by the name of McCaffery was before Squire Coursin yesterday, having been taken there by Councilman W. F. Sparks. Mrs. Sparks had seen the boy take from the office of Mr. Sparks a baseball glove. Mr. Sparks caught the boy and took him before the squire in question. He confessed that he had taken the article and after receiving a good reprimand at the hands of the squire was allowed to go. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- NEW TAFFY STORE -- WILL OPEN FRIDAY In New J. C. Bottomley Building, Monongahela Avenue, between Sixth and Seventh Sts. . Nothing but the finest home made candy, taffy and confections sold. Come and see me. H. C. LAUFFER. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- GRAND SPRING SHOWING --- Of Boy's Wash Suits, Waistes, Knee Pants, etc.. The lates style at lower prices than are offered elsewhere.. SUITS 50c UP -- BACKER'S -- Opposite Post Office. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- It Pays to Buy Your Groceries at SAVOY GROCERY You Get Money for Checks.. "Mon." Ave., Near Eighth Street. M. G. BENNET, PROP. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- FOR YOUR FRESH MEATS AND POULTRY And the Choicest GROCERIES For the Lowest Price Always Go to NATIONAL GROCERY CO. "MON." AVE NEAR POSTOFFICE We deliver all orders and do it quick. ALL PHONES. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- New Customers Daily! That's What the Glassport Store Co. Is getting each day. You see, we have such a big store and buy in large quantities and, of course, can afford to do a little better than competitors. Big up-to-date Meat Store in connection 'PHONES Mon. Ave. Bet. Fifth & Sixth Sts. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- HOUSECLEANING NECESSITIES FOR HOME -- You will need new Oilcloth, new Linoleum, new Window Blinds, new Curtains, new Wall Paper, new Rags, etc. See MINSER Who has all of these things in stock. Near Postoffice. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- McCLARAN'S Specialty is PRESCRIPTIONS If you want a safe, reliable druggist to fill your prescription, McClaran's your man. Headquarters for all kinds of rubber goods, toilet preparations, etc. Monongahela Ave. Near Postoffice. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 28, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- WATCH Repairing is a Specialty. H. V. KEGG is an expert at watch repairing. Take your old watch to him to have it good as new. Full lines of WATCHES, RINGS, JEWELRY, ETC. Mon. Ave. Bet. 6th and 7th Sts. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 30, 1906 --- AN EVEN BREAK LAST SATURDAY --- Moore's Tossers Had to Play to Take One - Large Crowd Present -- VANATTA'S GOOD SHOWING; ERRORS LOSE THE SECOND -- The local ball team had to play ball last Saturday in order to snatch one of the two games played at the Ninth street grounds, against the crack Jeannette team. There were many sensational plays during the game which brought forth much applause. There was a large crowd present and the games were hugely enjoyed. The first was won by the locals, the score being 8 to 4. The visitors started in to hammer Thropp, the local pitcher, at will making four runs. Glassport seemed to be playing loosely, the errors being quite costly. Vanatta, for the home team, carried off the honors of the day, making two big hits, and doing some daring base-running.. The second game lasted seven innings but was the best of the two.The home team was up against it, in this, the visitors carrying off the honors by the close score of 3 to 1. The locals made the single run in the first inning, but after that were unable to do anything with Rosebloom's curves. Minehart pitched a good game for the locals. The results:
First Game:
Glassport ... 0 0 0 0 4 3 0 1 0 --- 8 9 5 Jeannette ... 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 --- 4 8 4 Pitchers Thropp; Houser and RosebloomSecond game:
Glassport ... 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 --- 1 Jeannette ... 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 --- 3Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 30, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- WEISENTHAL -- Who is The Grocer, of Course. Let him have your next order. Cor. Sixth and Vermont. "Bell" Phone 97 GLASSPORT, PA. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 30, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- DON'T WAIT UNTIL YOUR 80; BUY A HOUSE AND LOT NOW. Ask J. C. Bottomley. Mon. Ave., Bet. Sixth and Seventh Sts. About those big bargains in houses and lots on Ohio and other avenues of the borough. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 30, 1906 --- Personals and Notes --- The Glassport Juniors went down to defeat by score of 8 to 3. The spaulding of Elizabeth did the trick.. The battery for the home team was Jack Moore and Clyde Wilson.. The Glassport bowling team will go to Clairton tomorrow to play the team at that place. So far the local team is one ahead of Clairton.. William Bishop of Auburn N. Y. has returned home after a prolonged visit to his relatives, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Larmer of Eighth street.. Edward Walsh of Newark, N. J. is being entertained by his sister, Mrs. Joseph Larmer of Eighth street.. Mr. and Mrs. William Conlin of the East End Pittsburg have returned home after a delightful visit of a few days with their friends Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Myers of Monongahela avenue.. P. Gibshio, a merchant reports that some one broke into his stable the other evening and carried away a new set of harness.. G. H. Hampson of the Glassport Store Co. is today a business visitor at Homestead. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 30, 1906 --- Funeral of Mr. Edmundson --- L. H. Edmundson has returned home from Butler county where he had been in attendance at the funeral of his uncle Thomas Edmundson. Mr. Edmundson states that his uncle was in his eighty-ninth year of his age and was one of the prosperous farmers of Butler county. He formerly resided on the hill above Glassport, occubying the old brick Edmundson which is situated next to the Upson plan. The funeral procession was nearly a mile long. Mr. Edmundson states that there was a solid acre of level land literally covered with carriages and vehicles of different kinds. His uncle was a wealthy man. He leaves a wife and four children. Many persons in this place attended the funeral. Source: McKeesport Daily News
April 30, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- LADIES -- Go to H. Y. Kagg, Monongahela avenue for your new rugs, lace curtains, pictures, mirrors, etc. Can get them on the installment plan. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 1, 1906 --- "TIN CAN ALLEYS" THINGS OF PAST --- Health Officer Myers Completes Work of Cleanup of Streets -- FILLS OVER 1,000 BARRELS; WARNING TO OFFENDERS -- Every street and lot in Glassport has been cleaned up in fine ship and the lands of "tin can alley" is a thing of the past."Tin can alley" had become a by word here, before the street commissioner started in the clean up of this town.. Street Commissioner Myers for the past week has been succeedingly busy cleaning up the place on orders from the board of health. The town presents a much different appearence and councils with the board of health is being commended for the work that has been accomplished.. It took the street commissioner just one week to do the work at the cost of $105. He removed from the alleys , lots and streets over a thousand barrels of tin cans and other rubbish.. The order is to keep conditions are as they now are, under penalty. The health officer and the street force together with the police are going to keep a vigorous watch on all who are caught in this act of throwing stuff on the public highways or on private property. The board of health will stand by anything that the health officer does from the fact that there is to be a determined effort made to keep the borough free from disease.. Council will likely be asked at its next meeting to provide some way for the cars of the garbage as it collects. It is said that there is an individual in the borough who has located a dump hole which it will take at least three years to fill up, and if the proper arrangements can be made, it is likely that the question of garbage will have been solved for a time at least. Mr. Myers is to be congratulated for the remarkedly good time in gathering up the rubbish. The expenditure has not proven great by any means by the task was a big one. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 1, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Quite a number of persons from this place attended a benefit concert for the San Francisco sufferers last evening at McKeesport.. The Cinderella club at this place had its semi-weekly dance last evening at Bank hall. The affair was select. There was a large attendance.. David Griffiths is at West Newton today, playing third base for the team at that place. "Dave" will likely hold down the bag for the team during the balance of the season.. The local bowlers are this afternoon at Coal Valley playing the team of that place. This evening the aggregation will go to Clairton where a match game is to be played.. Mrs. O. Thomas, of Ohio avenue, left last evening, for Balston, N. Y., having received word that her mother was dead. Mrs. Thomas has the sympathy of many friends here.. The finance committee was to have met last evening with the solicitor to prepare a blank ordanance in the tax levy for the next fiscal year. Mr. Hughes was the only member present, which will be presented to council at its next meeting.. The board of health met last evening but transacted little business. The bills accrued during the month were ordered paid. The general health of the borough was reported as being excellent. Another meeting will be held soon.. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 2, 1906 --- BUILDING BOOM HITS TOWN --- Glassport to Witness Record Breaker - Many Homes to Go Up -- BIG DEMAND FOR LABOR PROSPERITY ON EVERY HAND -- The big boom for this borough has arrived and the work of the erection of homes for the business and workingmen of the borough has commenced in earnest. There are to be scores of fine buildings erected here this summer. All over the borough foundations are seen. On Monongahela avenue quite a number of larger buildings for businesses will go up. Nearly every lot on this thoroghfare has been sold, and before the summer is over, nearly every lot will be improved. On the various avenues and streets of the borough says one of the oldest residents of the place, there are "holes in the ground." In making a tour over the borough yesterday he said that he was surprised at what was going on. It occurred to hime that there would be $100,000 at least spent in residence section alone. This sum is nothing compared to the amount which is to be spent in the way of industry improvements.. It is said that the local contractors are rushed as they never have been before. It looks as if there will be one of the biggest demands for labor ever experienced in the borough. At the present time it is reported that there is a great scarcity of labor.. It was stated in the Daily News some time ago that there were several hundred persons in the borough who several years ago had purchased lots on the installment plan. These have been paid for, and this year finds these persons preparing plans for their new homes. Quite a number of them have already been commenced. Prosperity bounds on every side and there is every reason to believe there will be a continuance for some time to come.. This year's boom will be the greatest that this borough has ever had, and of course no better news would the people of this vicinity want to hear than this. Before the year 1906 is over there will be several new industries spinning their wheels in the borough. The Lake Erie improvements ought to be completed and a new addition to the foundry will be in full operation. There are other good things promised which can't be mentioned at this time. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 2, 1906 --- THE FINNISH MEETING --- The meeting of the Finnish people the other evening at the Temperance hall, this place, was a largely attended affair. A committee was appointed on resolutions and will have them ready for another meeting, which will be held soon. These resolutions will be a protest against the actions of the political doings in Finland. There were speeches made by W. Nyberg, Herman Luoms and John Himberg. The Finnish band was present and discoursed good music. There were several hundred persons in attendance. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 2, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Theodore Wolfe, clerk at McClaran's drug store was called to Fayette county yesterday on account of illness of a relative.. The handsome new Jones-Kearney building being erected by Contractor Braner Howard is ready for the roof. The building will be ready for occupancy in the course of two weeks.. Mrs. Charlotte Peterson, who has been visiting relatives at Harrisburg for the past three months, will return to Glassport next week.. The local bowling team played two games with the Clairton team, yesterday at Clairton, winning one and losing the other. Both teams are now tied for first honors. The next game will be played here.. The All-Americans of Homestead will be the attraction at the Ninth street grounds next Saturday for two games.. Dr. E. D. Nichols left last evening for Philadelphia where he will take a post-graduate course. He will be absent several weeks.. W. Nyberg, the well-known merchant of this place, yesterday booked 20 Finlanders from Monesson and 15 from Glassport direct to Finland. They are going to their native land on a visit.. Miss Beatrice, the young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. Westby, of Ohio avenue, who has been seriously ill, has about recovered. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 2, 1906 --- BUILDING BOOM HITS TOWN --- Glassport to Witness Record Breaker - Many Homes to Go Up -- BIG DEMAND FOR LABOR PROSPERITY ON EVERY HAND -- The big boom for this borough has arrived and the work of the erection of homes for the business and workingmen of the borough has commenced in earnest. There are to be scores of fine buildings erected here this summer. All over the borough foundations are seen. On Monongahela avenue quite a number of larger buildings for businesses will go up. Nearly every lot on this thoroghfare has been sold, and before the summer is over, nearly every lot will be improved. On the various avenues and streets of the borough says one of the oldest residents of the place, there are "holes in the ground." In making a tour over the borough yesterday he said that he was surprised at what was going on. It occurred to hime that there would be $100,000 at least spent in residence section alone. This sum is nothing compared to the amount which is to be spent in the way of industry improvements.. It is said that the local contractors are rushed as they never have been before. It looks as if there will be one of the biggest demands for labor ever experienced in the borough. At the present time it is reported that there is a great scarcity of labor.. It was stated in the Daily News some time ago that there were several hundred persons in the borough who several years ago had purchased lots on the installment plan. These have been paid for, and this year finds these persons preparing plans for their new homes. Quite a number of them have already been commenced. Prosperity bounds on every side and there is every reason to believe there will be a continuance for some time to come.. This year's boom will be the greatest that this borough has ever had, and of course no better news would the people of this vicinity want to hear than this. Before the year 1906 is over there will be several new industries spinning their wheels in the borough. The Lake Erie improvements ought to be completed and a new addition to the foundry will be in full operation. There are other good things promised which can't be mentioned at this time. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 2, 1906 --- THE FINNISH MEETING --- The meeting of the Finnish people the other evening at the Temperance hall, this place, was a largely attended affair. A committee was appointed on resolutions and will have them ready for another meeting, which will be held soon. These resolutions will be a protest against the actions of the political doings in Finland. There were speeches made by W. Nyberg, Herman Luoms and John Himberg. The Finnish band was present and discoursed good music. There were several hundred persons in attendance. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 2, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Theodore Wolfe, clerk at McClaran's drug store was called to Fayette county yesterday on account of illness of a relative.. The handsome new Jones-Kearney building being erected by Contractor Braner Howard is ready for the roof. The building will be ready for occupancy in the course of two weeks.. Mrs. Charlotte Peterson, who has been visiting relatives at Harrisburg for the past three months, will return to Glassport next week.. The local bowling team played two games with the Clairton team, yesterday at Clairton, winning one and losing the other. Both teams are now tied for first honors. The next game will be played here.. The All-Americans of Homestead will be the attraction at the Ninth street grounds next Saturday for two games.. Dr. E. D. Nichols left last evening for Philadelphia where he will take a post-graduate course. He will be absent several weeks.. W. Nyberg, the well-known merchant of this place, yesterday booked 20 Finlanders from Monesson and 15 from Glassport direct to Finland. They are going to their native land on a visit.. Miss Beatrice, the young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. Westby, of Ohio avenue, who has been seriously ill, has about recovered. Source: McKeesport Daily News
May 3, 1906 --- SCHOOL DISTRICT WILL BE $8,000 AHEAD --- Year's Record Will be the Best in History of Borough -- BOARD TO GET AFTER PARENTS OF TRUANTS -- If the parents of the boys who make it a practice to play truant two and three days a week, fail to see that they attend school after due notice has been given, the school board of the borough will take the matter in hand and use the law as its recourse.. This conclusion was reached at last night's regular meeting of the school board It has been ascertained that theire are a number of boys who insist upon staying out of school and very rigid measures will be taken to break up the practice.. The session of the board was attended by the following members: President, John Redman, J. W. Jones, A. E. Lapsley, A. W. Cole, Secretary, T. C. Smith and Edward McMullen. After hearing reports of the various standing committees, the report of the principal, Mrs. Harriet Miller was heard. She stated that there were some pupils who were playing truant; that 708 pupils are enrolled and the average attendance is 90 percent. There is but little sickness among the pupils and the work along all lines is progressing with much satisfaction. Mrs. Miller also reported that over 50 pupils had left the school and entered the new Polish school on the hill.. The following report from the treasurer was heard: Bond fund balance $3,875.77; building fund balance $1,918.68; property fund balance $2,190.. It was stated that the district would be to the good at the end of the present school year about$8,000. This was very encouraging to the members. The year it was said, had been one of the very best in the history of the schools. Not only was this apparent from a financial, but also from an educational standpoint. The new school at Otto will not be opened until the next school year starts. At that time it was stated, two rooms would be used. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 3, 1906 --- SMALL STRIKE AT AX WORKS --- The Daily News was informed this morning that the 50 men who struck at the American Ax & Tool plant the other morning for more money were still out. The majority of the men were Finlanders, many of them being skilled workmen of the polishing department. The plant is running, but there is, it is said, nothing of any consequence doing in the department where the men were employed. Just what the company intends to do in the matter has not as yet been learned. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 3, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- J. C. Griffith of Jeannette, has returned home, after spending a week in the borough with Monongahela avenue friends.. Street Commissioner Myers is having all of the inlets in the borough cleaned out. They will be afterwards thoroughly flushed.. Contractor Walter Case is a busy man these days. He is erecting for himself two frame houses on Ohio avenue, one of eight rooms and the other of five at a total cost of $4,500, and one on Michigan avenue of brick with seven rooms at a cost of $4,500. He has received the contract to erect a frame house of seven rooms for W. J. Slaughenhoupt of Wilkinsburg on Vermont avenue at a cost of $3,000.. Another baseball team has been organized in the borough, which has not decided on a name. The lineup is: C. Wilson, c.; F. Moore, p.; A. Gobble, ss.; T. Willis, 1b; Fleuger, 2b; Nusha, 3b; A. Lucot, lf; F. Parson, cf.; and M. Yoss, rf. The boys will challenge the Glassport Juniors in the near future. The team is anxious to take on a number of games with any of the 18-year-old clubs.. Bert Minser, the well-known shoe man, has a very attractive ad in this issue. W. J. Riffner, who recently purchased the large hotel building on Allegheny avenue has also an ad in this issue. Look them both up. Mr. Riffner, formerly the chief of police, has opened his new hotel on Allegheny avenue. He has called the place the Riffner hotel. There are 23 rooms in the building. The interior has been renovated and the outside repainted. It is now one of the most attractive buildings in the borough, being three stories high. Mr. Riffner says he will run a first class hotel. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 4, 1906 --- GLASSPORT MEN SUED BY GAMBLE --- Deputy Factory Inspector Charges Three Plants With Breaking Law -- ALLEGES THEY EMPLOY CHILDREN UNDER AGE -- Pittsburg, May 4. - Suits have been entered by Deputy Factory Inspector Gamble before Alderman James V. McMasters of this city, charging Ethan Rodgers, of the American Ax and Tool company; G. A. Hassell. of the Pittsburg Steel Foundry, and S. A. Bryce of the United States Glass company, all of Glassport, with violating the United States factory laws by employing children under 16 years of age. Papers in the suits were served on the defendants yesterday by a constable from Alderman McMaster's office, but they were not required to furnish bond for their appearence. No time has been set for the hearings, but the defendants will be sent for when convenient for the alderman to hear them.. Inspector Gamble has been active in this district of late as a result of which a number of suits of like nature have been entered against well known manufacturers At Glassport it was found that all of the plants named were employing three to four children under age. It is believed, however, that the officials were unaware of the facts in the cases. It is understood that this will be their defense when the cases are heard.. The children employed by the American Ax and Tool works are Charles Kahn, Hazel Bell and Lloyd and Mary Sandon. The ones at the Pittsburg Steel Foundry are August Noll, John Petrulaskey, Fred Minich and John Lee. At the United States glass factory the children are Mary Mularski, Robert Phillips and John Sidell.. Inspector Gamble spent one whole day in Glassport recently in order to thoroughly investigate reports he had received regarding the violation of the law there. It is not known how long the children have been working in the various plants, but it is said that some of them have been there for considerable periods. The cases are the first that have been discovered since last year, when similar infractions of the law were found at the glass factory. At that time the defendants were discharged upon promise to discharge the children from the employ and to see that it did not occur again. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 7, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- The Glassport Store company has decided to close its store at 7 p.m. from now on. This of course excepts Saturday night.. Mrs. W. Nyberg of Monongahela avenue has returned home from New York, where she had been on a business and pleasure mission combined.. Contractor Walter Case has commenced on the erection of a seven room house for Arch Brown, a well known young man of this place. It is located on the corner of Seventh and Monongahela avenues. The contractor expects to have it completed by the first of July.. There has arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Milligan of Fifth and Vermont, a sweet little baby girl.. Hon. M. M. Wilson, one of the oldest and best known residents of Elizabeth, was yesterday the guest of his son, Harry L. Wilson, proprietor of the Hotel Grand.. Hugh McChain, the well known Ohio avenue meat dealer, has an attractive ad this issue. Look it up and read every word of it. Hugh is one of Glassport's bustling merchants.. Mrs. James Williams, wife of the well known contractor of Otto, who had been confined to her room for the past two months suffering with typhoid fever, is able to be around again. She left yesterday for the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William J. Wilson, at Lock No. 3, where she will remain for a few weeks.. Miss Minnie Caley of Ohio avenue, has returned home after a visit to her aunt, Mrs. Annie Corlett, of East End, Pittsburg.. Miss Nettie Forsythe of Otto, is reported as being quite ill at her home.. Miss Tillie Waters of Pittsburg spent yesterday with her friend, Mrs. Fred Domin, of the hill disctrict.. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 7, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- MEATS, Fresh and Smoked.. Finest home dressed tender meats is what you want. We have 'em. Try a roast of Prime Beef. Try a roast of Veal. Try a Leg of Lamb Finest Butter in Country here. -- HUGH McCHAIN, Butcher, Ohio Ave. Bet. Sixth and Seventh Sts. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 10, 1906 --- RAILROAD COMPANY GETS MORE GROUND --- Messrs. Jones, McMullen and Kearney Dispose of Pollock Property -- LEASE TAKEN ON QUARRY; LARGE AMOUNT PAID OVER -- The Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad company is now in posession of all the ground at Pollock, formerly owned by T. A. Lynch, J. W. Jones, P. S. McMullen and W. S. Kearney. The last three gentlement sold out their interests yesterday and had the cash turned over. It was stated to representatives of the Daily News this morning by one of the persons interested, that the amount received from the railroad company was $15,000.. The section of ground bought is situated on the hillside at Pollock and takes in the stone quarry This part of the property has been leased by the holders, and will be used for the purpose of quarrying stones. The railroad company will proceed with its improvements, now having a free course. They have all the ground they need at Pollock, which means that the improvements already under way will be vigorously pushed.. It will be remembered that the railroad company some time ago was stopped from doing any further work on one section of the property owned by the gentlemen above mentioned. Yesterday the parties concerned went to Pittsburg when the papers were drawn up and an aggreement reached Those present at the time were J. W. Jones, W. S. Kearney and Messrs. Gracines, Schoonmaker and Moore, the latter officials of the railroad company. The closing of the deal will do away much contiplated litigation, and will close the incident which at first, it was thought, would get to the county courts for final settlement. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 10, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Now watch the Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad company make big strides.. Robert L. Elmer, of Ambridge, Pa. is being entertained by his relative Mrs. Eva Thropp, of Ohio avenue.. A private car of the Pennsylvania railroad passed over the Lake Erie railroad yesterday. It contained officials of both roads.. The work on the roundhouse at Pollock is about completed. All of the brick work is finished. With good weather this should be ready for use in about three weeks.. Contractor Walter Case has received the contract to erect for James H. Pitts a ten-room dwelling at the rear of Mr. Pitts real estate office on Monongahela avenue. It will be modern throughout. The foundation work is already underway.. James H. Pitts has a very attractive ad in this issue. Look it up. He has a 15 per cent bargainfor somebody. Such bargains are very scarce these days.. Michael Belusar, the well-known grocer of this place, is one of the leading committeemen of the big Slavish convention being held in McKeesport this week. Mr. Belusar is chairman of the entertainment and reception committee. He is also one of the principal members of the big Order of Slavonians of McKeesport and Glassport.. If you have a news item, leave it at the drug store of W. L. McClaran, or the news agency of Mr. Young on Monongahela avenue. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 10, 1906 --- NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS --- If you don't pay your tax now, you will pay it in a very short time with the costs added. Better make arrangements today. Many persons are sent to jail for not paying their tax. Do you want to do 30 days. Levi H. Edmundson, Tax Collector, Glassport, Pa. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 12, 1906 --- ODD FELLOWS' MEMORIAL SERVICE --- Takes Place Tomorrow -- Rev. Kirkland to Make the Address -- For the first time in the history of the local Odd Fellows lodge of this place memorial services will be held. All the members of the order are urged to be present on this occasion. The meeting will be held at the Bank hall and will be open to all who decide to attend. The speaker of the occasion will be Rev. W. H. Kirkland. The service will commence at 8 o'clock. The music for the occasion will be furnished by the choir of the Methodist church under the direction of A. W. Cole. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 12, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Monongahela avenue has a very much different appearance since the old telephone poles were removed.. A. R. Valentine, who was hurt by the fire at the Severance plant, is reported as getting along nicely. He will be out in a few days.. The polishing department of the ax and tool works is on in full blast. This is the department from which the men went on strike a few days ago.. There will be two lawn tennis teams in Glassport this summer. One will be composed of young people from the upper end of Glassport, and the other of young people from Otto.. If the weather is at all favorable today, there will be two games of baseball played on the home grounds with the victorias of Pittsburg.. There will likely be a petition presented to council next Monday eveningfor the purpose of improving Allegheny avenue. The property owners on the borough side are all signed up.. A disgraceful affair took place the other night near city hall, in which a man was knocked down and suffered a severe gash to his head. It was reported to the Daily News that it was a free-for-all fight. Some interesting developments are expected to crop out. The man is reported to be somewhat improved today.. Michael Jackson, the well-known clothier and gents' furnisher of this place has purchased a lot near the Williams Hotel on Monongahela avenue from a Mr. Lanahan, of Pittsburg. He will erect a three-story business house on the plot, and when completed he says he will have one of the finest stores in this section. The consideration in this transaction was $1,800.. An interesting Glassport article will be found on another page.. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 12, 1906 --- CHURCH CHIMES --- First Presbyterian church, Rev. C. S. Osborne, pastor -- Sunday school will be held at the usual hour, preaching at 11 a.m. and at 7:30 p.m.; Young People's meeting at 6:30 p.m. All are invited to attend the services.. St. Cecelia R. C. cjurch., Rev. Father Rea, pastor -- First mass, 8:30 a.m.; preaching 10:30. The session of the Sunday school will occur at the usual hour.. The usual services in the Methodist and United Evangelical churches will occur at the usual times and place.. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 14, 1906 --- ONE VIOLATION --- Glassport's New Lid Fits Almost Without a Crevice -- QUIETEST SUNDAY IN BOROUGH'S HISTORY -- Glassport experienced the quietest Sunday yesterday that it has since the borough was incorporated. All of the stores that had been accustomed to doing a rushing business on Sunday were closed tight. It was stated that the only places open were the two drug stores, and the place of "Cooney" Weisser, the latter being a restaurant and a place where one can get refreshments. At the latter place what is called the "Rix" was being sold.. Even the foreigners looked in wonder upon the great transformation that had taken place. The pop and ice cream fiend and the peanut devourer were unsatisfied, and the fellow who forgot to go to the laundry for his shirt was unable to go to church. Heretofore he was able to step out from his home and purchase the needed articles.. The friends who had come to visit friends were without the ice cream for dessert. Heretofore this delicacy could be secured in any quantity, at any hour on Sunday.. There were no "cuss" words heard on the streeets. The fellow who ordinarily could not walk ten steps without the use of a cuss-word sealed his lips and on Saturday night tied a piece of red string about his finger as a reminder of the new rule that had been put in force. Several of them this morning congratulated themselves that they were in a number of dollars as a result of being careful. Some men, it is said, have even taken pledges to entirely abstain from the use of profanity.. No one was arrested in Glassport yesterday for cussing. The squire who had issued the warning, as exclusively published in the Daily News last Saturday, walked about the streets at all hours of the day, in order to keep open a vigilant ear and eye. He says he never heard a naughty word and only discovered one violation of the lid rule, that being at the place of "Cooney" Weisser. He says that he went into Cooney's and saw that gentleman dishing out Rix to men at the counter, and also in other ways violating the order.The squire says that he will make the information against Weisser himself, and will see to it that he sells no more "Rix". The squire will, if necessary, ascertain what "Rix" is.. The squire was interrogated by a representative of the Daily News as to how the people had taken his order, to which he replied: "I am of the opinion that it will hurt some of the dealers, but that is something I don't care anything about. I want the laws obeyed. I am not after cases as some may think. I don't want to have a single case before me. I want all of the dealers to get acquainted with the law, and listen to my order. I took an oath to enforce the law and that is what I am going to do. If I was a person that was seeking graft I could doubtless get plenty of it. Yesterday was the time for me to step in. While I was not offered any, that portion of it could have been worked, had I been that kind of squire. I am not after graft, and I don't want any man making overtures to me or to any of my constables. If they do, and I find it out, it will go all the harder with them. We have a right to have a clean town and not an open one on Sunday. We are all citizens and amenable to the laws of this commonwealth".. The squire says that when he entered the place of "Cooney" Weisser, he was doing a rushing business. All of the people who had been used to going to other places and finding that they had closed, of course, paraded around until they found a place where they could get satisfied. The report that "Cooney's" shop was open spread like wildfire over the borough, and resulted in possibly the biggest day "Cooney" has yet had. The squire said it must have been a regular mint to the proprietor.. It is asserted that one person approached Constable Barbetta and made an offer to him if he be allowed to keep his place open, but the constable shook his head and said "No." This is what all the constables will have to do, it is said, who work for Squire Coursin. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 17, 1906 --- WEISSER IS FINED $25 AND THE COSTS --- Arrested Yesterday on a Charge of Selling Tobacco on Sunday -- PRESENTS BOTTLE OF "RIX" TO SQUIRE FOR TEST -- The first case of open shop on Sunday since Squire Coursin commenced his crusade came up before him yesterday morning, when the squire himself made information against "Cooney" Weisser. The charge as recorded in writing was to the effect that the defendant had sold on the Sabbath day tobacco and cigars. Constable Lauderback of McKeesport made the arrest.. Weisser did not deny that he had sold and had little to say when he was questioned. He was fined $25 and the costs, which he paid. It took but a few minutes to dispose of the case.. When the "Rix" busindess was mentioned, Mr. Weisser produced a bottle of the fluid, and said that he would leave it at the squire's office to be tested. The bottle remains in the office of the squire, but the official has not yet made an analysis of the beverage.. Inasmuch as there has been one arrest made, the general public will doubtless be anxious to know what the program will be after Sunday. The squire is as determined as ever to get all the evidence he can against persons who refuse to close on Sunday. He says that he is of the opinion that the storekeepers of Glassport will respect the law. He feels that all have had sufficient notice. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 17, 1906 --- EXTRA PRECAUTION TAKEN --- Boys Under Age Will Find It Difficult to Get Employment -- Boys who are undre the age limit will have a hard time getting positions in the various manufactories of this place. The recent charges againsts the superintendents has caused them to issue very strict orders, and from now on the law bearing the matter will be strictly enforced. Several of the superintendents were seen on the matter and each aver that they did not know that boys under 16 were working in their plants.. One of them said it was not the purpose to have the boys work who were under 16. We will put every boy through the sweat box from now on. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 22, 1906 --- SPOTTED FEVER CLAIMS LITTLE BOY --- Son of W. H. Smith is Victim - Borough's First Case -- BOY ILL BUT THREE DAYS; FAMILY SORELY AFFLICTED -- William Jr., the young son of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Smith of Otto, died last evening at the home of his parents on Marie avenue of cerebrospinal meningitis, or spotted fever, after a brief illness of but three days. The funeral arrangements have notas yet been arranged.. The little fellow was but seven years old and one of the brightest boys in the community.He came home from school on Friday, apparentlywell. After supper, he complained to his mother as being ill. As the night grew on his condition alarmed the parents who sent for the family pysician. The case did not fully mature until the next day. On Sunday, the condition of the child grew very much worse and on Monday evening the spirit had taken its flight.. The case is the first the borough has had. It has been reported to the local board of health, who will have the house in which the body still lies, quarantined. The services will not be held in the home where the child died, but instead will occur at the house of J. J. Cochenour, who lives nearby. This was done in order to allay any fear of persons contracting the disease. The interment will likely take place tomorrow morning.. Mr. and Mrs. Smith have the sympathy of the community in this, the hour of their bereavemnet. This is the third child the family has lost during the past three years. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 22, 1906 --- MEETING OF HORSEMEN --- Arrangements to be Made for a Series of Meets -- There will be a meeting this evening of the Glassport Track association at the office of the Glassport Lumber Co. All those who own horses and others and others who are interested in the sport are invited. It is expected there will be preliminaries arranged for the first race.. It is proposed to make the coming series of races the best that the association has yet had, and those who are at the head of the movement are expecting to see a large number in attendance. The meeting has been called for 8 o'clock sharp. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 22, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Mrs. J. E. Hughes and Mrs. D. Griffith of Ohio avenue are today the guests of Smithton friends and relatives.. This is pay day at the Pittsburg steel foundry, and of course, everybody is happy, even the paymaster Mr. Dando.. Barney Morrow, the well known milk dealer, shines on the streets this morning in his new milk wagon. Barney is one of the popular business man of the borough.. Manager Moore of the local ball team has secured a game with the Homewood A. C. for next Saturday at the Ninth street grounds.. There will be a special meeting of the borough council called for some time this week. There are several matters that need attention among which will be the ordance for improvement of allegheny avenue. It will be up for final passage.. A meeting of the board of health and the health committee of coucil will take place sometime this week. The matter is disposition of the borough garbage with the auld co. is to come up. The committee and the board have the power to act in this matter. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 23, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- There will be an important meeting of the local Aerie of Eagles this evening at Bank Hall.. The "lid" was lifted to some extent it was said, yesterday. There was business doing in the hill district.. The social Saturday night by the Young People's society of the Evangelical church was quite a sucess. It was held in the old Backar storeroom on Monongahela avenue.. Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Baxter, of Vermont avenue, spent yesterday at the home of friends at Murraysville, Pa.. J. W. Ayren, of Mercer, has returned home after a visit to friends on Monongahela avenue. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 29, 1906--- COUNCIL IN SESSION --- Allegheny Avenue Ordinance Finally Passed; Important Business -- Council met in special session last evening with all of the members present except Mr. Griffin and Mr. Hughes. The ordinance for the improvement of Allegheny avenue was given third reading and placed on final passage. It is now up to the burgess to sign. Just as soon as he affixes his signature, it will with the other two streets, Seventh and eighth, be improved at once.. A communication was read from the S. H. Severance Manufacturing company, in which it asked council to have a water line put down in front of its property and sign to look into the matter of placing additional plugs near the works. The communication was referred to the water and light committee for a recommendation.. Mr. Rommel and Mr. Reed brought up the matter of having a test on the various makes of brick which had already been submitted. These were asked for by members of council some time ago. Mr. Rommel thought that concil as a whole should be present in company with the engineer for the tests. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 29, 1906--- (adv) WANT A FARM? --- I have one of two acres, with four room house and other buildings. Will trade for Glassport or McKeesport property. See THOMAS CABE & SON -- GLASSPORT, PA. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 1, 1906 --- JOS. NORRIS DEAD AT BRIDGEVILLE --- Was Formerly Chief of Police of Glassport and Portvue -- AILING FOR MANY YEARS; FUNERAL NEXT SUNDAY -- Joseph Norris, formerly of this borough, at one time the chief of police and a well-known figure in politics. is dead at the home of his sister, Mrs. James T. Grier, of Bridgeville. His death occurred this morning after a lingering illness of several years. Deceased was in the 86'th year of his age, and was known by nearly everybody in the borough of Portvue and Glassport. He leaves behind him a wife and five children, two boys and three girls. The funeral will take place at the home of his sister at Bridgeville next Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock.. Mr. Norris left Glassport nearly two years ago, and for some time past has be uneable to do any work. His sister says death was caused by quick consumption.. For a number of years Norris was chief of police of the boroughs of Glassport and Portvue, the latter when it was a borough and then Glassport after the division was made. He had his throat severely gashed one night in a brawl that occurred near railroad, from which it was at first thought he could not recover. He was also in the shooting affray at the time Constable Shields was shot through the heart by a negro. Quite a number of Glassporters will likely attend the funeral. Isaac Norris of Vermont avenue, is a brother. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 1, 1906 --- BALL GAMES FOR SATURDAY --- Manager Moore Arranges Two Games With the Buena Vista Team. -- There will be two games of baseball at the Ninth street grounds tomorrow afternoon. The opposing team will be the aggregation from Buena Vista. The first game will commence 3 o'clock and the second at 6 p. m. Thropp and Minehart will do the twirling for Glassport while Streets and Milligan will hold down the points for the visitors. The visitors are a strong bunch, having met and defeated some of the best teams in the Monongahela valley. They trimmed West Newton in several games last season taken a fall out of Coulter, Monongahela and other teams this season.. -- This evening there will be a game played at the Ninth street grounds between Moore's men and the Steel Foundry team. The game will be called at 6 o'clock. -- The St. Cecelia team of this place met and defeated the C. M. A. team yesterday on the Glasshouse grounds by the score of 3 to 0. The feature of the game was the pitching of Pete Hanlon for the St. Cecelia's. Hanlon had 11 strikeouts to his credit. Murdock pitched for the C. M.'s Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 1, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- John Ross, of Vermont avenue, has returend home after a week's visit with friends at Vandergrift.. All members of Nos. 1 and 2 fire companies and the hook and ladder company are urged to attend a special meeting this evening at No. 2 quarters at 7 o'clock sharp. The call is made by burgess P. K. Kelley.. George R. Raeburn will open a music studio in the Deitrick building on Monongahela avenue, Monday. He will give instructions on the violin Mr. Raeburn is one of the best violin players in this section.. There will be an apple pie social this evening at the home of Mrs. Frank B. Turney, who resides on Erie avenue. This affair is being given under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid society of the First M. E. church.. C. D. Heasley will open his new Nickelodeon which he has christened "The Eden Palace," tomorrow morning. The place is located in the Myers building on Monongahela avenue. Mr. Heasley is a resident of this borough, having lived here for the last ten years.. Charles D. Gates, of Louisville, Ky., has returned home after a visit of several days to his friend, Harry L. Wilson, of the Hotel Grand.. No. 1 fire company will hold a lawn fete on the lawn next to the Municipal building on Monongahela avenue on the evenings of the 11th and 12th of this month. Great preparations have been made to make this event a great success. The company has quite a prize display in the window of W. L. McClaran. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 4, 1906 --- GLASSPORT'S LID REMOVED SUNDAY --- Reported and Denied Squire Coursin Has Surrendered -- DISGUSTED BY LACK OF SUPPORT FROM GLASSPORT PEOPLE -- The lid which has been down at Glassport for several Sundays past on account of the stand taken by Squire Coursin must have been lifted, as nearly all of the merchants used to keeping open Sundays, but who have been closed of late, did a rushing business yesterday.. The squire was not at his office today, when a representative of the Daily News called to ascertain why the great change had taken place. Other visits were made but the official could not be seen. A telephone message stated that he had gone to Pittsburg. Some say, and others deny, that he has given up the fight.. To a representative of the Daily Newslast week, when the squire when the squire was told, that there were several stores open two weeks ago, he said: "Well if they were, I knew nothing about it. What's the use of trying to do the right thing here, when you can't get the support of the people? I am not going to try to do all of the work myself. If the people do not stand by me, then it is up to them. I consider I have done my part and will continue to do it.". It was said by one who was assisting the squire in his efforts to keep stores closed on Sundays that some of the people who insisted upon Mr. Coursin taking the stand he did, were among the first to desert him. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 4, 1906 --- TORE DOWN FENCE; HOSE TO RESCUE --- Lively Scrimmage Between Foundry Co. and Railroad Concern -- FORMER TEARS TRACK UP; LATTER REPLACES IT -- There was a lively scrap yesterday afternoon in the vicinity of Fifth street and Allegheny avenue between the Pittsburg Steel Foundry company and the Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad company in which the latter seems to be the victor.. The cause of the trouble was a small section of track which the foundry people claimed was on their ground. This is situated between the properties of the Pittsburg Steel Hoop company and the foundry firm. This section of track extends from the main tracks of the railroad to the plant of the Hoop company. The Pittsburg foundry people are contemplating some improvements and likely wanted to use this particular strip of ground which runs in an angle form.. After working hours Saturday the foundry people put a force of men to work in tearing up this section of track. Everything was removed. The foreman in charge of the work used the ties removed for uprights to which he built a substantial fence around the piece of property in question. This being done the foremean with his men left the premises and went home.. The railroad people detailed a large force of men to the scene in charge of Foreman Brennan. The orders were to relay the track. While the men were busily at work on the job a gang of men from the foundry came and streched a section of hose and it was not long before there was a stream of water playing on the Italians. Immediately the order to cut the stream was give. A big Italian with one whack of his hatchet severed the hose. This was repaired again, and another attempt to drown oth the railroaders was made, but again the hose was cut. This seemed to settle the nerve of the gang from the foundry, who made a retreat. The fence was loaded on a car and other belongings of the foundry were sent to the latter's office. The fight attracted a number of persons. The fracas started shortly after the noon hour. The foundry people claim they own the ground and the railroad company asserts that it has rights, too.. An effortwas made to see Superintendent Hassel this morning, but he was not in his office. The outcome will be awaited with a good deal of interest. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 6, 1906 --- ALBERT E. LAPSLEY NEW PRESIDENT --- Reorganization of School Board Takes Place Last Night -- T.C. SMITH IS SECRETARY; MRS. H. MILLER, PRINCIPAL -- The reorganization of the local school board took place last evening at the school house. Prepatory to this, the old board met and wound up the business for the year and then a motion to adjourn sine die was made. With this two of the old directors, J. W. Jones and John Redman, stepped down and out. The members who hold over are: T. C. Smith, Edward McMullen, A. W. Cole and A. E. Lapsley. The new members, Isaac Weddell and Branch Howard, presented their certificates and after taking the oath took their seats. The present secretary T. C. Smith called the new body together, and after a temporary organization had been effected the following permanent officers were elected. President, A. E. Lapsley; secretary T. C. Smith. Both were elected without any opposition.. The election of a principal was now taken up. There were three applicants for this position: the present incumbent Mrs. Harriet Miller, Thomas Shallenberger of McKeesport F. McLaughlin and Thomas F. Harte, both of Meadville. Mrs. Miller was elected, receiving four votes out of six.. Archibald Powell re-elected solicitor for the ensuing year and W. S. Kearney was elected treasurer. It was decided that when the board adjourned that it would meet next Monday night, when the election of teachers and all other employees of the district will take place. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 6, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- Rev. George Spencer of McKeesport, will preach at the Baptist church, this place, tomorrow evening.. The heavy rains of yesterday did some damage here. Many cellars are filled with water today. These principally where there are no sewers.. Four additional samples of brick have been received by the borough engineer of this place. They will be tested some time this week.. Look over the Glassport columns and see what bargaind dome of the local merchants are offering.. There will be a rousing meeting of all persons who are interested in the Fourth of July celebration this evening at the headquarters of No. 1 fire company building. At this time all all of the committees will be appointed. An urgent request is made for all of the business councilmen and others to be present at this time.. Manager Moore has not yet secured two games for Saturday, but expects to. He will have a good team here. There are several dates on hand to select from.. W. Nyberg has booked eight more Finlanders to Finland. They will leave in a few days. There were over 30 Finnish residents left for Finland during the past month.. In the death of John Stable of this place, the borough has lost a young man of sterling worth. He was well known and has lived here many years. He was one of the most popular young men of the borough and respected by all that knew him. He was employed at the Glass works. Being a member of the Glassworkers' union, that organization, with other organizations, will turn out in body. Much sypathy is expressed to his young wife and child. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 7, 1906 --- PLENTY OF WORK FOR THE GLASSWORKERS --- There Will be no Lengthy Shut-Down at Local Plant This Summer -- TWO WORKS SHUT DOWN FOR NECESSARY REPAIRS -- There will not be the usual long summer shut-down in the United States glass works, this year. Preparations have been made to close two weeks and this only for the purpose of making repairs. These, it is said , are urgent, and may be completed before the time stated. There are rush orders ahead which need immediate attention. The repairs will be made the first two weeks in July.. On the second of the month, the workmen, foremen, and the superintendent S. A. Bryce will take an excursion to Ashtabula Harbor, where the day will be spent This is an annual custom, and this year elaborate preparations will be made to make it the most successful outing the boys have ever had.. In the conversation with Superintendent Bryce and also another official in the person of Col. J. H. Russell, it was learned that there would be no lenghty shut-down. Mr. Bryce said: "We are a busy concern and were it not for the needed repairs, we would go right ahead.. We have plenty of orders.". Mr. Russell, who is somewhat of a retired official, but has a great interest in the local concern, being quite a heavy stockholder. He said:"This is a great day for the glass business. It used to be that each year there would be a shut-down for us of two or three months. Not so now; we are making the finest material that was ever turned out of a factory, and of course this has made a reputation for us. We will be off but two weeks.". In the absence of Mr. Bryce this week Mr. Russell is acting as superintendent. Mr. Bryce is in the east where he has a daughter soon to graduate from one of the big colleges. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 7, 1906 --- INSTALLED OFFICERS --- Lucy N. Beech Lodge of Rebekahs Hold an Interesting Service -- Lucy N. Beech lodge of the Daughters of Rebekah met last evening at its hall and installed officers. Mrs. Agnes Dwyer of Pittsburg was present and performed the ceremony. She is the district deputy grand master. The ceremonies were impressive, being the first that has taken place in Glassport. The new officers are: Past noble grand, Mrs. Emma Turney; noble grand , Flo Webster; Vice grand, Emma Webb; chaplain, M. Birch; right supporter to the noble grand, Gordon P. Ross;, left supporter, Emma Turney; right supporter to the vice grand, Mrs. T. Case; left supporter, Mrs. Wible.. Mrs. Turney was presented with a beautiful lodge emblem, inlaid with gold, by the members of the lodge. The address was made by the district deputy, Mrs. Dwyer. Mrs. Turney made a very fitting and applicable response. There were nearly one hundred persons present. The order has a large membership, and from the reports it was learned that the new lodge is in a most prosperous condition. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 7, 1906 --- SNYDER CHAMPION BOWLER --- Takes H. V. Kregg Over for Three Games Out of Five -- H. V. Kregg is no longer the champion ten pin bowler in Glassport. The honors were wrested from him last evening in a hot game on the Manning alleys. There was a large number of persons present to witness the contest. Edward Snyder and Mr. Kregg played. The honors were even up until the last game, when Snyder went in for keeps. He won three of the five games played. Another match may be arranged between the two men. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 7, 1906 --- FOURTH OF JULY MEETING --- There was a fairly large attendance among the citizens of the borough at the Fourth of July meeting called by Burgess Kelley, for the purpose of getting matters in shape for the big jollification on the Fourth. The celebration this year will be carried on in strictly business principles. Mr. Kelley will oversee the entire affair and with the aid of good committees there is no reason why the affair should not be a great big success. There was but one committee appointed, the finance. It is as follows: E. F. Mailey, W. J. Riffner, W. B. Hatfield, Antonia Bernard, Patrick Morrissey, Nicholas Wolfe, M. J. Murray and John F. Reid.. It was decided to have another meeting Thursday evening, when all of the other committees will be appointed and other business transacted. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 7, 1906 --- THE LAST HONOR ROLL --- Room 1 -- Mary Brennan, Margaret Crosby, Mary Cushion, Ethel Huber, Mary Viola Edmundson, Chloe Howard, Ethel Jones, Nastia Marcovth, Margaret Rommel, Alice Rogers, Ora Smith, Annie Sinko, Freddie Cooper, Aaron Cole, Joe Gribschaw, Joe Hoohnaric, Thomas Quinn, Donald Ross, Anderson Wells, Joe Zelitz.. Room No. 2 -- James Addis, August Alkunen, Andy Bassler, George Dobos, Frank Dietz, Harold Finney, Anthony Gracon, Freddie Kopits, Willie Mort, George Oreynak, Amos Richardson, Edward Schultz, Edward Smith, Clandle Vannatin, Meborn Yose, Karl Reeler, Bertha Henry, Florence Havis, Mary Lee, Hilma Morrow, Etta McCormick, Ella O'Dwyer, Mary Plumb, Rosie Stepko, Sally Salmy, Irma Settos, Mary Sinko.. Room No. 3 -- Myrtle Boggs, Katie George, Edna Caley, Margaret Kimmel, John Norris, James Bock, Robert Black, Andrew Novak, Albert Nyberg, John Stristoka, John Velits. The following were tardy but not absent: Tarsa Anut, Aloicia Pennar.. Room No. 4 -- Keriah Brown, Ethel cunningham, Margaret Conroy, Agnes Dombroski, Sarah Kankenum, Lavern McIlvane, May Snyder, Elizabeth Schaner, Della Wible, May Beeler, Edward Bico, Paul Close, Frank Gribschaw, John Hall, Charles Hesse, Charles Knolle, Harry Keller, George Kosack, Herbert Parsons, Charles Henry.. Room No. 5 -- Ethel Alkumen, Ammon Bernhardt, Vincent Brennan, George Bernack, Porter Finney, Raymond Knolle, Alex Seuss, Willie Beeler, Mary Henderson, Frances Jones, Pauline Lapsley, Florence Lapsley, Margaret Shuler.. Room No. 7 -- Katy Bassler, Jennie O'Dwyer, Ethel McDonald, Regina Wells, Blanche Rhodes, Sidonia Schaner, Aleski Aalto, Clinton Crouch, Orval Fullmer, Russell Hale, George Hays, Frank Rommel, Don Smith, Charles Seuss, Homer Uber, Joe Stepko. The following were tardy but not absent: Jacob Harbaugh, Sadie Durr. The following was in perfect attendance all term: Aleski Aalto.. Room No. 8 -- Louise McDonald, Alberta Hatch, Margaret Manning, Margaret Buechler, Hazel Hull, Mary Dagg, Effie McClure, Standford Close, San Mowrey, Abie Palestone, Runyan Kawanda, Vasey Reichenbach, Walter Boon.. Room No. 9 -- Edith Boggs, Julia Cruthers, Annie Finney, Relta Jackson, Mildred Roup, Virgie Steele, Gertrude Wolf, Dorothy Lee, Andy Barnack, James Cooper, George Marks, Robert McClaran, Charles Olson and Mont Smith.. Room No. 10 -- Leo Brennan, Arthur Coss, Carl Lindholm, Arvine McClure, Stanley Plumb, Robert Reynolds, Bennie Roberts, Gertrude Amidon, Eva Blosser, Elizabeth Close, Merna Lapsley, Eva Thropp. The following not absent, but tardy: Helen Arnold, Dorela Mayou, Charles Case, Ambrose Lucot, Earl Messier.. Room No. 11 -- George Cole, Calvin Close, Teresa Cobak, Marie Deremer, Zillah Finney, Hazel Pforsich, Rachel Palenstone, Pearl Uber, Annie Mort, Hilda Manning.. Room 12 -- Mary Blosser, Mary Dunn, Clara Philips, Leah Cappel, Helen Looney, Edna Coursin, Clifford Osborn, John Wells, Ira Woods, George Evan, Arthur Lapsley, Wesley Steelsmith, Louis Jackson, Willie Buehler, George Cassel and Albert Hof.. Room 13 -- Myrtle Webster, Ruth Minehart, Lillie Davis, Edna Chalfant, Adelia Webb, Ida Sparks, Marha Kankkunen, Eva DeShields, Ruth McMullen, John Wible, Clarence Messler, Evertt Jones, Willie Downing, , Frank Wilson, Merle Boor, Frank Parsons.. Room 14 -- Bertha Downing, Margaret Redman, Emma Sparks, Clara Cheater, Hild Hof, Edna Crothers, Golda Minehart, Regis Weaver, Marie Lapsley, Margaret Thropp, Harvey Cole, Edwin Kaylor, Mildred Davis. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 7, 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- An approaching marriage is that of Mary Alice, the winsome daughter Mr. and Mrs. Peter Tague of this place to Mr. Thomas H. Richardson of McKeesport, scheduled to take place Tuesday, June 17, at the St. Cecelia R. C. church, the Rev. Father Rea officiating.. The Glassport Juniors will play the Tillbrook team of Duquesne Saturday at the local grounds. The game will be called at 3:30. The battery for the locals will Hough and Lucot.. M. Gross will have a new tenpin alley erected at the corner of Seventh street and Monongahela avenue. It will be built by the Glassport Lumber company and will be one of the finest that there is in this section. There will be five alleys of the most modern kind. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 8, 1906 --- FIRE PROTECTION IS NOW ASSURED --- Committee of Council to Recommend Many New Plugs -- PLUGS FOR ALL MILLS; COMMENDABLE ACTION -- The water, light and street committees of council have a recommendation to make to the borough council at its next meetingthat will likely meet with little if any opposition. They will recommend a schedule of fire plugs as presented below to be placed in parts of the borough wherein the committees think they are most needed. There are 14 new plugs to be placed and one is ordered removed from one point to another.. The schedule decided upon is as follows: A plug at Broadway and Vermont, Ninth and Delaware, Seventh and Delaware, Vermont and Sixth streets, Fifth and Indiana and Iowa. Fourth and Euclid, Third and Monongahela, Third and Severance plant next to the river, Harrison and Marie, Monongahela avenue midway between Fifth, Edmundson and Reed streets, one removed from the west to the east side of Monongahela avenuenear Otto. United States Glass company, Pittsburg Steel foundry at the south end of the plant, between the steel company and the foundry, to be used jointly between the two concerns, and one in the vicinity of the new round house.. This will give the borough the very best of fire protection. The committee which went over the ground was composed of W. F. Sparks, Harry Rommel, and J. E. Hughes. Mr. Hatch, the supeintendent of the water company, was present at the time. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 8, 1906 --- CARNIVAL NEXT WEEK --- Starts Monday Night, With Seven Big Shows at Fifth and Monongahela -- Glassport will have its first carnival, which will commence next Monday night. The tents will all be pitched on the large plot of ground on Monongahela and Fifth street, near the municipal building.. There is to be no less than seven shows of the usual kind. The affair is said to be one of the largest travelling.. It will be held under the auspices of the local fire companies Nos. 1 and 2. A certain amount of the proceeds it is said will go to each company. The carnival will close Saturday June 16. The representative of the affair was in town this morning. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 8 , 1906 --- PERSONALS AND OTHER NOTES --- J. W. Jones and Joseph Taylor, businessmen of this place, left this morning for Cambridge Springs to be gone about a week.. Mrs. J. E. Hughes, of Ohio avenue, wife of Councilman Hughes, is at Cambridge Springs recuperating.. Henry Mansfield, of Hamilton, Ohio, has returned home after a pleasant visit of a week at the home of friends on Monongahela avenue.. H. R. Reese of Donora, is being entertained by friends on Allegheny avenue.. Joseph Campbell, of Bellevue, has returned home after spending a week with friends on Ohio avenue.. The Glassport Trust company will close its doorsevery Saturday at noon and will reopen again from 6 to 9 p.m.. There will be two games of baseball Saturday at the Ninth street grounds. The attraction for the regular team will be the Rambler A. C. of Pittsburg. Thropp and Minehart will do the pitching for the home team and McKee and Hart for the visitors. The first game will be called at 3 o'clock and the second at 6 p.m.. The Woman's Missionary society of the United Evangelical church will have an ice cream social in the Backer building on Saturdaynight. The proceeds will go to the "cash rally." Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 8, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- EDEN PALACE --- Monongahela avenu between Fifth and Sixth streets -- GLASSPORT PA -- EDISON MOVING PICTURES TONIGHT --- The Man With 36 Heads. Cupid at the Top. Rube and Mandy. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 8, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- PETERSON & WADDING -- CONTRACT TINNERS AND SLATE ROOFERS -- We do all kinds of spouting, cornice and sheet metal work. --- CONTRACTORS --- Will do well to see us when bidding on houses or business blocks. Estimates cheerfully furnished. -- Bell 'Phone 37, Glassport. Office and Shops on Monongahela Av. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 8, 1906 --- (Advertisement) --- WHAT'S TRUMP? --- Many things are trump in Glassport, but the ladies know that. -- JACKSON -- Always plays fair. He has the finest line of -- HATS, WAISTS, SKIRTS,NECKWEAR, ETC. -- All at very low prices. The gentlemen will find all the latest in gents' furnishings here. -- COME AND SEE ME. -- "Mon." Ave., Near Seventh St. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 22, 1907 --- ANNUAL TEA PARTY TO BE BIG EVENT --- Arrangements Completed for St. Cecilia's Reception February 9. -- All arrangements have been completed for the annual tea party to be given by members of St. Cecilia's Roman Catholic church on the evening of Saturday, February 9, in the Elks' temple at McKeesport. Arrangements have been made for special cars to convey the people from the borough to and from the affair and preparations have been made for a big social event which promises to surpass anything of its kind ever held by the church.. Father Thomas Rea, pastor of the church, has received a gold-headed ebony cane to be given to the most popular male member of the congregation. Thomas Guillfoy, chief of police; C. E. Sullivan, an engineer on the Pittsburg & Lake Erie railroad, and J. I. Nollen, a rougher in the hoop mill, are the candidates for this honor. The polls are to close at 9 o'clock on the evening of the tea party. The cane was donated for this purpose by Edward McMullen.. The following male members of the congregation have been appointed to take charge of the affair, in addition to the ladies, which have also been named. The various committees are: Executive, J. B. Russell, Edward McMullen, P. J. Kelly, Thomas Jones, Nicholas Wolf, and P. J. Morrissey; amusement, Joseph O. Hanlon, John Morrissey, John Quinn, James McMahon, John McGovern, C. E. Sullivan and W. J. Green; property, Charles Harbaugh, James McCabe, B. F. McLaughlin, Patrick Donohue and James Purcell; transportation, Timothy McAuliffe, P. Kennedy, Thomas Lydon, Paul Dillon and Bernard Morrow; door, C. Ryan, Jacob Harbaugh, F. Kernan, P. Englert, Albert Werner, W. Dugan and T. McMahon; dining room, A. A. Burkhard, John McGovern, James Murphy, John King and George Krumemaker; check room, Joseph Faix, S. A. Apple, L. Bock, Thomas Jones, Edward McMullen, P. Donohue and James Lucot; floor, L. Fagan, L. A. Killgallon, W. Snyder, B. Doyle and P. J. Kelly; advertising, Rev. Father Rea, P. J. Morrissey, James McMahon and D. Herley; carvers, J. W. Klein, Nicholas Wolf and J. B. Russell.. The women members of the congregation who have been named to have charge of the various refreshments and dining tables have decided to use the color scheme and the tables will be known as red, white, blue and green. Those who will have charge of them are: Red, Mesdames Charles Moritz, M. L. Looney, Nicholas Wolf, Thomas Richardson, P. Donohue and Mrs. Samuel Cordiman; white, Mesdames Thomas Jones, Edward McMullen, Fred Custer, M. DeShields, James Doram and Mrs. F. W. McKernan; blue, Mesdames P. McVeigh, M. O'Hara, Peter Tague, L. A. Killgallon and Miss Kate Kenny; green, Mesdames P. J. Morrissey, Joseph Larimer, Patrick Kilroy, John Daly and Mary Gion; fancy booth, Lizzie Runnel, Margaret Kenny and Mary Kelly; refreshments, Margaret Thornton, Margaret Harbaugh, Jane Cunningham, Mary Dougherty and Mary Selicity. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 22, 1907 --- A NEW CONGREGATION --- Those of Baptist Faith to Hold Meeting on January 31. -- The members of the Baptist mission of the borough who have been worshipping in the building which they purchased at the corner of Ohio avenue and fifth street, will hold a meeting on Thursday evening, January 31, for the purpose of forming a new congregation, to call a pastor and to erect a new church building.. At present, the mission is under the charge of the First Baptist church of McKeesport. Services are held twice a week, on Thursday and Sunday, and the Pittsburg Baptist association furnished the ministers for the Sunday service. The members of the mission believe that they can support a minister and the meeting called is for the purpose of forming a new organization and deciding this question. All members of the Baptist faith who reside in the borough have been requested to attend the meeting. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 22, 1907 --- GAS SHUT OFF --- People's Company Cut Off Supply and Works Close Down -- The People's Gas company, which suffered a broken main some days ago, was compelled to cut off its supply of gas yesterday afternoon, which caused several of the mills in this section to close down for the greater portion of the afternoon. The supply was cut off on account of a leak in the main, but the repairs were completed in time to start up the mills after the supper hour. The hoop mill, glass factory and ax and tool works were the ones affected. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 23, 1907 --- ANOTHER DEMAND FOR WAITING ROOM --- Residents of Borough May Again Petition Railways Company -- The extreme cold weather of the past few days has stirred up another agitation among residents of the borough who use the Pittsburg Railways company's lines and are compelled to transfer at the junctionof the Glassport and Second avenue lines at the Fifth avenue bridge in the Tenth ward, McKeesport. It is said that the railways company will be presented with a petition urging the erection of a passenger station or waiting room at this point.. Considerable complaint was made yesterday and today by passengers who were compelled to stand out in the cold awaiting the arrival of cars to which they had received transfers. Some of the residents of the borough believe that the health authorities of McKeesport should be asked to do something to relieve the present condition. It has been reported on several occasions that a waiting room was to be provided, but so far the promises have not been fulfilled. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 23, 1907 --- SALOONS WILL CLOSE --- The saloons in the borough, likewise the wholesale houses, will be closed between the hours of 1 and 9 p.m. on Saturday during which time the primaries will be held. Some of the places have already posted notices to this effect. The wholesale houses will not re-open on Saturday night as 9 o'clock is their time for closing according to the rulings of the license court. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 23, 1907 --- Will Dance Tonight --- The chain riggers of this place, who are employed in the mills, will hold a masquerade ball this evening in Gross' hall. Arrangements have been made for a very enjoyable affair and a large crowd is expected to attend. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 25, 1907 --- TOWNSHIP ROAD MUCH DISCUSSED --- Visiting Supervisors Place the Blame on Railroad Company -- MR. HUGHES SAYS P. & L. E. IS BUILDING GOOD ROAD -- After several unsuccessful attempts at meeting, council last night met and held a long session. The road from Glassport to Lincoln township was discussed and the views of two supervisors heard.. A petition was read from residents of the Mon-Yough plan asking that the road from Pacific avenue to the plan be widenend and placed in repair. This was referred to the street committee.. A communication from Thomas Mullen asked that he be paid $50 damages. Some time ago his daughter, Mary, aged four years, fell in a sewer near the gas plant. John Henly ruined a suit of clothes in rescuing her. The matter was referred to the sewer committee. A resolution permitting Robert Grinard to tap the Eighth street sewer passed third and final reading. A communication was read from Thomas White of McKeesport, asking that his bill of $529.30, the borough's half of the sewer at Otto, be paid. It was ordered paid to the city of McKeesport. The contractor promised he would remove a pile of dirt left on the street from the sewer excavation.. Ted Watkins complained about the ground slipping and endangering his property. This was caused by a broken water main. The water company was notified twice before it repaired the main. Mr. Watkins wanted damages from the borough. Andy Garnish filed a similar complaint. He said water from Pacific avenue damaged his property. This was referred to the street committee. Mr. Jabrowsky said the water had washed part of Seventh street onto his property. It will be necessary for the borough to remove this, although no action was taken in the matter.. Two road supervisors from Lincoln township were present and asked if the borough intended to give any aid in the repairing and maintenance of the township road from Glassport to Elizabeth. They allege the P. & L. E. Railroad company took part of the road for tracks and is giving them a poor road on a hillside in return. The law says the road given by the company must be as good location and in the same condition as the one taken. Passionate speeches were made by the visitors. They said a good road would mean much trade coming in Glassport from upriver towns. Teamsters now have to pay three bridge tolls to McKeesport. By means of the new road, it would only be necessary to pay one and the wagons would come through Glassport. They said the new road would be 15 feet wide.. Mr. Murray then moved that the council work in conjunction with the township in the matter. The motion passed.. Mr. hughes, in a very emphatic manner, denied the allegations made by the men concerning the P. & L. E. railroad. He said the railroad company had abolished two grade crossings which were a bad thing. It had taken part of the old road, he said, but had given them a better one in return. The new road is not entirely finished, but will be as soon as weather permits. Mr. Hughes said the township never had been able to keep the old road in repair and they should not kick until they finished the section of the road near Elizabeth. He said it was not the fault of the railroad if the hillside slipped onto the road.. Chairman Sparks appointed a committee of three to meet with the township commissioners. It is composed of Messrs. Murray, Griffin and Davis.. The shortage in the books of the former Clerk Thomas cole was discussed and the report of Mr. Cole read. He explained the $1,000 missing. council was not entirely satisfied with the report. It was referred back to the committee with instruction to take evidence.. John A. Geeting was present in behalf of the D. V. ault company and asked that part of the contract for street improvements be paid. A certificate of indebtedness was issued for Allegheny avenue. New certificates were ordered issued for certificates of $5,000 due on December 27. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 25, 1907 --- COMPLAIN OF CARS --- Patrons of Pittsburg Railways Co. Are Again Up in Arms -- Patrons of the Pittsburg Railways company in the borough are again kicking against the service given in the borough, which they think could be bettered greatly. Their chief kick, however, is against the condition of the cars, which they assert are not properly heated and in many cases are dirty. Women contend that the cars are only about half-heated with coal stoves, are very dusty. They assert that the momentum of the car causes the fine ashes to blow about, resulting in the cars becoming more dirtier than they might be otherwise. The electrically heated ones, they have no complaint against, only that there are not enough of them. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 25, 1907 --- MANY LIQUOR APPLICANTS --- Large Number Will Seek Permit to Sell "Booze" -- It is understood that a large number of people from this borough will make application and will appear before the next license court and seek permission to sell intoxicants. All of the old hotel keepers are now filing their applications and a number of others are preparing to do so. It is whispered about the borough that one or two more licensed houses are probable. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 25, 1907 --- BIG CONCERT PLANNED --- Finlanders to Hear Band Composed of Their Countrymen -- Arrangements have been completed for a concert to be given here on the evening of February 9, when the brass band of Monessen will appear with several soloists. The organization is composed mostly of finlanders and the concert promises to be well attend by their countrymen who reside here. George Wahlstrom, is the leader of the band, and has arranged an excellent program for the occasion. The concert will be given in Gross' hall. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 26, 1907 --- THE POLITICAL WAR IS NOW ON --- Both Factions Hustling in Order to Control Council -- The political war is now on. Both factions are working hard for the control of council which will mean much at the next reorganization when the selection of the chief of police, members of the force, fire chief, borough engineer, clerk and street commissioner are to be made. The polls opened today with a rush and it is expected that the largest majority of the voters are expected to turn out and vote before the polls close tonight. Both sides claim victory yet both are working hard.. The biggest fight is in the Third ward where there are three councilmaen to be elected. It is figured that whichever side elects their men in this ward will control council. The municipal body is, at present, sort of anti-administration but the administration backers are making a determined effort to wrest the control.. There is also a warm contest for the office of justice of the peace: James H. Pitts backed by one side and J. C. Bottomley by the other. Both have a large number of backers, yet there are those who predict the election of Mr. Pitts. Others, however, pick Mr. Bottomley for the winner.. At the room of the Reliance hose company last night, a big political meeting was held. Several of the candidates were present and made addresses. Music was furnished by a local quartet.. The new council will be made up of ten members, but after the first year there will be but nine. This is accounted for by the fact that the Second ward now has four members, which hold over. There are three in the First and three to elect in the Third which totals that number. After this year there will be but three members to a ward. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 26, 1907 --- REVIVAL SERVICES --- Pastor Seese Says All Should Attend Revival -- United Evangelical church, Vermont avenue and Seventh street, Rev. H. B. Seese, pastor -- Sunday school at 9:45; preaching at 11; pentecostal services at 3:30; preaching at 7:30, subject, "My Coat Off." A special invitation is extended to all to attend these services. The Glassport revival prayer meeting held at 6:30 Sunday morning should be attended by all. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 26, 1907 --- FIRE DOES MUCH DAMAGE --- The borough last evening was visited with a second fire this week, when the house owned by John Davis at Seventh street and Ohio avenue was badly damaged. The fire was discovered at about 6:30 o'clock in the upper portion of the house and was confined there, the chief damage being due to water. Both fire companies responded to the alarm and did good work. The house was occupied by three families and two lost some of their household goods. The damage was estimated at $500. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 1, 1907 --- BOY CAUSES RUNAWAY --- Strikes horse With Stone and Animal Gets Beyond Control of Driver -- A boy, whose name could not be ascertained, late yesterday afternoon, while throwing stones in Indiana avenue, struck a horse which was being driven by an Italian of Duquesne, who was delivering goods in the borough. The animal became frightenend and ran away, getting beyond control of the driver. Before it could be checked the wagon collided with an obstruction and the vehicle was badly damaged. The Italian then went before Squire Coursin where civil suit, charging trspass, was entered. The boy and his father will be given a hearing as soon as their names can be learned and the warrants served. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 1, 1907 --- HIS FIRST WEDDING --- Squire Coursin Marries Foreign Couple in His Office --- George W.Coursin, justice of the peace, last evening performed his first marriage ceremony. The contracting parties were Vencenzo Wonti and Miss Gordia Santucala, but a few hours before had been prosecutor and defendant in a criminal suit which was dismissed or lack of evidence.. The young woman brought information and alleged that a serious offense had been committed on December 8 last. The testimony was insufficient to hold the man for court, the squire decided, but the hearing which was held on Wednesday evening, was continued until yesterday. In the meantime the couple decided to get married and so informed Mr. Coursin, who hurried to Pittsburg and secured the necessary license.. He returned to the borough at about 5 o'clock and a short time later the marriage took place. The young couple will make their home in the borough. When asked if he kissed the bride, Squire Coursin said that he did not. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 1, 1907 --- Special Meeting Called --- A special meeting of the L. O. T. M. has been called for Friday evening. The gathering will be held at the home of Mrs. James Young. All members have been urged to be in attendance as important business will be transacted. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 1, 1907 --- POLISH WEDDINGS NUMEROUS --- A large number of Polish weddings have taken place in the borough during the past week or ten days and it is said that no less than 10 couples have taken the marriage vows. This is an average of at least one marriage a day. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 16, 1907 --- ENTERTAINMENT WELL ATTENDED --- Finnish Societies Delight Large Crowds with Concert and Gymnastics -- The musical and gymnastic the entertainment given last evening by the Finnish brass band Wellamo, the Singing society Kannel, and the Athletic Club Into, was very largely attended and proved a very entertaining affair. The concert was given in the Finnish Temperance hall, corner Indiana avenue and Ninth street, and was under the direction and supervision of the Temperance society. This evening another entertainment and concert will be given by the same societies. The program, as carried out last evening, is as follows: Greetings in Finnish, H. Luoma; Eldorado march, oveture "Farce" Nurin Hertzen, Wellamo; Finnish National Air, Fatherland, My Poor boy, Kannel; Gymnastics, Into; The Immigrant's March, waltz, the song of "Miriam," Wellamo; The Wedding Trip song, H. Luoma; Corner Duet, Messrs. Wahlstrom and Miettinen; Gymnastics, Into; March, Dear Friend, Stormy Night at Sea, Kannel; Rotzing march, Gavotte, "Past Time," the song of Finland, Wellamo; Four Pyramids, Into; Finnish National Song, To My Mother, Suday song of the Herdsman, Kannel; War March, Potpourri of Finnish National Songs, The Field Watch, Wellamo; French Wrestling, D. Salmi and W. Jarvinen; "Our Land" and "America," Wellamo and Public. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 16, 1907 --- GROOM GETS RIDE --- Firemen Haul Edward N. Bourst About Town in Cart -- Edward N. Bourst, the popular bartender of the Hotel Wolf, who slipped away to Youngstown yesterday with Miss Alberta Crosby, of Otto, and was married returned home with his bride last evening and went to their home in Marie avenue. The newly married couple had hardly arrived in the house when there was a shout outside and a few minutes the house was surrounded by the members of Reliance Hose Co. No. 2.. Bourst was carried away and placed on an old cart, which the boys had secured, and given a ride about the town. After that he was taken to the rooms of the fire company where a big celebration was held. Bourst in addition to being a member of the Reliance Hose company, was a member of the Eagles' the Knockers' club and the Kind Kid club. Members of the various organizations to part in the celebration last night. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 16, 1907 --- NOW AFTER SANKO --- Believed He Will Be Apprehended on Charge of Larceny -- The continued hearing in the case of Tador Zavenski against Steve Joblinski for receiving stolen goods will likely be taken up by Squire George W. Coursin on Monday evening. In the meantime, it is believed, Nick Sanko, charged before a Rankin Squire with larceny, will be apprehended. He is believed to be in the neighborhood of Donora and officers are there today looking for him.. The prosecutor in the case against Joblinski charges that Sanko robbed him of between $500 and $600 and that a portion of this money he gave to the defendant, telling him that he had stolen it. At the hearing held the other evening, Zavenski admitted having received $150, but denied that Sanko had told him it was stolen money.. Several new witnesses will be called when the case is resumed on Monday evening. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 16, 1907 --- FINED FIVE AND COSTS --- Alex Sowa was given a hearing before Justice of the Peace Coursin on a charge of the disorderly conduct yesterday. The information was made by John Bulldock, who alleged that the defendant had used abusive language and was otherwise disorderly. Sowa was assessed a fine of $5 and costs. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 16, 1907 --- HEARING THIS EVENING --- The case of the case of the Commonwealth vs. John Bullock, who is charged with a serious offense by Sophia Sowa, wife of the defendant in another case which was tried yesterday, will be heard this evening by Squire Coursin. The hearing promises to be very interesting. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 16, 1907 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- J. S. Billings, of McKeesport, was calling on friends here yesterday afternoon.. George Fife, of Otto, the well-known real estate man, is threatened with appendicitis.. Miss Blanche Lowes, of Oil city, Pa., is visiting Miss Mary Forsythe, of Otto.. James H. Pitts was a McKeesport visitor yesterday. LOST -- Set of furs. Please return to Fred Huffman Wolf barber shop. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 18, 1907 --- Polish People View Ground --- The PolishCatholic priest and several visitors inspected the property at the upper corner of Ohio avenue and Sixth street on Saturday afternoon. It is understood that the Holy Cross Polish congregation is looking for a new site upon which to rebuild the church and that the visit was for this purpose. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 18, 1907 --- Underwent Operation --- George Fife,a well-known real estate man, was taken to the McKeesport hospital on Saturday where it was found necessary for him to submit to an operation. Mr. Fife was taken suddenly hill on Friday with appendicitis and his physician advised that the appendix be removed. The operation was performed on Saturday evening by Dr.Ehrhard and Mr. Fife's condition is now said to be greatly improved. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 18, 1907 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Albert E. Lapsley was called to Cleveland, O., on Saturday by a telegram that his brother-in-law, Charles Harbaugh, of that place, was seriously ill.. James H.Pitts was a Pittsburg visitor on Saturday.. Joseph Malone, of McKeesport, was calling here Saturday. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 19, 1907 --- PREACHING SERVICES BEGAN LAST SUNDAY --- Interesting Discourses Began Last Sunday -- With the regular Sunday evening devotional exercises which began on Sunday evening last in St. Cecilia's Roman Catholic Church, preaching will be the feature on every Sunday evening from now until Easter Sunday interesting discourses will take place. Rev. Father Rea will deliver a number of the sermons, while visiting priests will also likely be heard.. Some are exempt from fasting, however. They are those who are 60 years of age or over, the infirm, the sick, the convalescent, those engaged in hard manual labor, those under 21 years of age and the poor dependent upon uncertain alms for support. These persons, according to the rules as laid down by the church, may use flesh meat several times a day when its use is denied by those bound to fast.. Working men and their families have the privilege, of using flesh meat once a day on all fast days and days of abstinence throughout the year, with the exception of all Fridays, Ash Wednesday, the Wednesday and Saturday of Holy Week and the eve of Christmas.. The Catholic Church also provides that those who may be in doubt as to their obligations to fast or abstain must consult the parish priest or the father confessor, who may dispense with the fasting and abstinence if there is a just cause for doing so.. Easter Sunday comes unusually early this year, falling on the 31st day of March, and it is not often that it makes its appearance on so early date. An early Easter is said to mean early spring, but it is not often that spring comes in during the month of March. The next time, after this year, that Easter Sunday comes in the month of March will be in 1917, or ten years hence. The last time it came in the same month was 15 years ago. Whether it's early appearance in 1907 will bring an early spring remains to be seen. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 19, 1907 --- EAGLES' NEW HOME --- Arranging to Remove to the Case Building When Completed --- Glassport Aerie, No. 1186, Fraternal Order of Eagles, has leased the new Case building being corrected in Monongahela Avenue, near Sixth street, and as soon as it is completed will occupy the same. The ground floor will be used as a store room while the second will be fitted up for social quarters. The third floor will be used for meeting purposes, and will be used by the Eagles possibly only one night a week Other lodges will also occupy the meeting room, and it is said that a number have already engaged the hall on certain nights each week.. The local lodge of Eagles as a large membership and is in a flourishing condition. Burgess Patrick Kelly is president of the organization. The lodge is planning to attend the ninth annual convention which will be held in Norfolk, Va., next August, and will give several outings and other social events for their departure. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 19, 1907 --- FIFE IS IMPROVING --- George Fife, the real estate man, who was operated on at the McKeesport hospital on Saturday evening for appendicitis, is reported as much improved today. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 19, 1907 --- CASE DISMISSED --- Squire George W. Coursin last evening heard the case of the Commonwealth vs. Steve Joblinski, who was charged by Tador Zazenski, of the Southside, Pittsburg, with having received stolen goods, it being alleged that another foreigner had given him $250 stolen from the prosecutor. After hearing the evidence the case was dismissed. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 19, 1907 --- ELECTION IS ON --- Quietness Prevails and a Small Vote Is Being Polled -- The regular municipal election is being held here today, but everything is quiet and if it were not for the saloons being closed one would not know that an election is being held. The election boards were at the polling places early this morningand at the appointed time the polls were thrown open. There is no excitement of any sort, the Police Department announcing that no arrests have been made and none are likely. The various candidates on the Republican ticket have a clear field, having no opposition. The vote cast so far is very small and it is not a that many more will be polled before closing time. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 19, 1907 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Glassport Camp, Modern Woodmen, held an interesting meeting in Bank hall last night. Several applications for membership were received.. Fred Huffman, who has been in charge of the barber shop connected with the Hotel Wolf, has purchased the shop at the corner of Sixth street and Ohio Avenue from David Price. He took charge of his new place yesterday.. M. Jackson, the clothing merchant, is today moving into his new store room next to the Manhattan hotel.. Constable Jake Stein, of Portvue, was a Glassport visitor yesterday afternoon.. Nellie Forsyth, chief operator at the Bell Telephone exchange, was off duty yesterday on account of illness.. George Haben, of McKeesport, was a business visitor here yesterday afternoon.. The new Pitts building in Monongahela Avenue is being rushed to completion very rapidly. It is expected that the building will be under roof by the latter part of next week.. The Glassport lumber company has a force of men at work painting the new lumber sheds recently erected along the Lake Erie railroad. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 20, 1907 --- ELECTION WAS QUIET --- Only 156 Votes Were Cast Yesterday in the Borough -- The election here was very quiet yesterday. There was no opposition and the entire republican ticket, as nominated, was elected. No trouble occurred in any of the wards. Those elected with the exception of the election boards, are as follows: Justice of the peace, James H. Pitts.. Auditor, James McCaffrey.. First ward -- Council, George Blose and John Keim. School controller, Boyd Wilson and J. Y. Caughey.. Third ward -- Council, Malcom Murray, Carl Case and Elmer Randall, School controller. Edward McMullen and John Danielson.. The new council will meet and organize on the first Monday evening of next month. The school board, however, does not reorganize until June. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 20, 1907 --- MARRIED LAST EVENING --- William Finney and Miss Clara Robinson, both well-known young people of the borough, were married last evening at the bride's home, Eighth Street and Vermont Avenue. The wedding occurred at 7 o'clock in the ceremony was performed by the Rev. C. S. Osborne, pastor of the Presbyterian Church. Following the ceremony a wedding supper was served. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 20, 1907 --- Arranging for Dance --- The High Rollers, and organization composed of a number of young men of the borough, as completed arrangements for the bands to be held in Gross' hall, Monongahela Avenue, on Friday evening, Feb. 22nd, which is Washington's birthday. Good music will be provided and enjoyable time is promised all who attend. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
February 22, 1907 --- SKATING RINK --- Like most of the other towns in this section, Glassport has received a severe attack of the roller skating fever, and within a short time a new rink will be erected here. On Wednesday evening the Glassport Amusement association was organized by a number of the leading business men of the town and already plans are being prepared for the building. These plans are being prepared by P. S. McMullen and it is expected that the contract will be let tomorrow or the first of next week. The building will be two stories in height and of considerable length and breadth and will be located at the corner of Monongahela avenue and Sixth street directly opposite the bank building. It is the intention of the promoters to have the structure ready for use about March 10, and, according to Borough Engineer McMullen, it will be erected in record breaking time. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA February 2007/March 2007. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
March 29, 1907 --- NEW UNIFORMS ARRIVE --- The new uniforms for the Glassport baseball club have arrived and already Pete Moore is getting his old bunch in shape for the opening of the season. The new uniforms are similar to those worn by the club during the past several seasons. Moore has already signed up his players for the season, which includes all of the old ones, with possibly two exceptions. The boys have been practicing and Pete expects them to be in good condition for the opening game. Work on putting the grounds in shape will be started soon. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA February 2007/March 2007. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
April 17, 1907 --- QUESTION RAISED --- Some of the property owners of the borough have raised a question as to whether they can be compelled to number their houses and business places, as per the action recently taken by council. They hold that the borough has not fulfilled the requirements of the ordinance approved July 18, 1904, which regulates the number of houses and the placing of street signs. The ordinance reads: "Section 1 - That the borough of Glassvort purchase and and every street and cross street of the borough. The said signs to have printed thereon the name of said street and cross street. "Sec. 2 - That within sixty days after the erection of the said signs, by the borough, it shall be the duty of all property owners to have their business property numbered under the direction of and according to date furnished by the borough engineer. "Sec. 3 - That upon the passage of this ordinance the street committee be authorized to advertise for bids for the purchasing of said signs." Many of the streets are without signs and the contention is that until these signs have been purchased and placed property owners do not have to number their homes and cannot be compelled to do so. Source: McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA April/May 2007. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
May 2, 1907 --- BIG PREPARATIONS --- The Polish residents of the borough are making great preparations for the observance of what they term "Constitution Day," which will be observed here on Sunday, May 12. Addresses will be made by prominent people, including Burgess P. J. Kelley, and a number of Polanders of national reputation. The affair will be held in the skating rink and will be under the auspices of Branch No. 750, Polish National Alliance, which will be assisted by lodges from McKeesport, Braddock, Homestead, East Pittsburg and Pittsburg tee is now at work arranging a program of music and addresses which will be interspersed with exhibition, drills and other amusements, including a sacred band concert. It is expected that the celebration will be one of the largest ever held here by Polanders. McKeesport Heritage Center Newsletter, McKeesport, PA April/May 2007. Original article taken from the Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
May 13, 1907 --- COUNCIL TONIGHT --- Promises to Be Very Interesting and Largely Attended -- The regular monthly meeting of the borough council this evening promises to be very interesting as well as largely attended. The bond ordinance vetoed by Burgess Kelley will be up for consideration, and while it is thought that an effort will be made to pass it over his veto, it is not thought that this can be done. It will require seven votes to pass it, and at present there are more than three opposed to it. The fireman's trouble will also likely be aired and it is said that an effort will be made to reconsider the previous action, calling in the equipment from the No. 2 company. Election of an assistant fire chief, the reading of the report of the borough auditors and the tax and appropriation ordinances will be up for final consideration. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 13, 1907 --- CELEBRATION BIG --- Polanders Celebrate Anniversary of Signing of Constitution -- One of the largest Polish celebrations that has taken place here in the history of the borough, occurred yesterday afternoon when several hundred Polanders from all parts of the county gathered to take part in the anniversary of the signing of the constitution of Poland. The celebration took place in the skating rink building, Monongahela Avenue and 6th Street, and was packed to overflowing.. Previous to the gathering in the rink a large street parade was held, headed by the Star of Liberty band of Wilmerding. Societies from Glassport, Pittsburg, McKeesport, Homestead, Wilmerding and other places took part. A number of interesting addresses were made by prominent members of the Polish National alliance, under whose auspices the celebration was held. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 13, 1907 --- SETTLEMENT NEAR --- Believed Council and Reliance Hose Co. Will Reach Agreement -- All indications point to an early settlement of the trouble between the Reliance Hose Co. and the borough council. Peace is in sight, but just what the terms of the armistice are cannot be stated. Chairman Keim, of the fire committee of council, spent considerable time with the No. 2 company on Saturday night and from what could be learned favors a settlement of the trouble. The majority of the members of the company are willing to settle, but there are a few who object on account of the charge of larceny which has been preferred by Mr. Keim against eight members, whom he accuses of stealing the hose reel. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 18, 1907 --- RELIANCE TROUBLE IS THRASHED OUT --- Council Discusses Recent Events, But Does Not Act -- JOHN KEIM ENLIGHTENS MEMBERS FROM DAILY NEWS -- At the special meeting of council last evening to discuss the trouble between the fire committee of council and the Reliance Hose company, the whole matter was gone over from the beginning of the trouble until last evening. John Keim, who is chairman of the fire committee, and apparently is the one who had the trouble with the No. 2 company he refused to rent a room in Monongahela Avenue, spent much time at the meeting of council last evening in reading accounts of the trouble from copies of the Daily News. He criticized statements given out by certain members of the fire company and contended that the ultimatum and other notices supposed to have been served on him, were not served.. He, however, admitted that he had been informed by the foreman of the No. 2 company that that organization was compelled to move out of the Boyd building, and that council or the fire committee had provided no quarters on the hill for the department or had offered the company any quarters, when it is alleged to have refused to go on the hill. He also admitted that some of the best citizens of the borough are members of the fire company, but held that the company was responsible for the action of members who caused the various statements and notices to be published.. He also told of the treatment he had received from the No. 2 company, and averred that they had not treated him as a man in his position should have been treated Some of the statements as published and coming from someone in the No. 2 company, were "False, flurrish and slanderous," he said.. Rommell, Hughes and Griffin did not think the fire company had refused to go on the hill or had any official action been taken on the question of sending the No. 2 company on the hill. The clerk was instructed to look up the minutes in reference to this matter and it was found that while the motion gave the fire committee power to act in the matter of selecting a building, it did not specify that the company should be placed on the hill.. Mr. Hughes thought that personal grievances has much to do with the trouble, and both the fire company and the fire committee of counsel had handled the matter in an unbusinesslike manner. If the fire company had notified the chairman of the fire committee in writing and he in turn had notified the president of council and a special meeting held, as should have been done, he thought the trouble would have been averted. Mr. Rommel made several pleased with the members who voted to dispossess company at a former meeting to offer a motion to reconsider the former action, but none did so.. Mr. Blose stated that he was there to vote to reconsider if it was found that the charges against the company were not true. Rommell contended that no charges had been made against the company, but Keim asked, "What more was wanted." Griffin asked council to "Forgive and forget," and Murray said that while he was a member of the Reliance company he was opposed to some of the things the company is supposed to have done. He, however, admitted that he had not attended but one meeting in two years.. A committee consisting of Messrs. Aberdon, Lamourax and Young, of the Reliance company, was present at the meeting and stated that the fire company had not taken no action, refusing to go on the hill, and denied that the Tanney building had been leased over the head of Chairman Keim of the fire committee. The Reliance committee contended that the company had always leased their own quarters, but that the rent was paid by council.. Solicitor Powell was present and suggested a way out of the trouble, when it was seen that none of the five who voted to dispossess as the company--Blose, Keim, Murray, Randall and Reid -- would offer a motion to reconsider. He stated that the borough had no ordinance or resolution governing fire departments and that it was necessary that one be passed before council would legally appropriate any money for the volunteer companies. He suggested that an ordinance be prepared which would give all companies equal rights and bind all down to the regulations such as council may adopt.. Council, however, adjourned without taking any action, although that body is evenly divided on the question, -- Davis, Griffin, Hughes, Kass and Rommell being opposed to the action of council in dispossessing the company, while Messrs. Blose, Keim, Murray, Randall and Reid, are on the opposite side. Davis, Kass and Rommell were absent at the meeting at which the motion to dispossess the company prevailed by a vote of 5 to 2-- Griffin and Hughes opposing it. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 18, 1907 --- QUARTERLY CONFERENCE --- It Is to Be Held at the U. E. Church This Evening -- The quarterly conference of the United Evangelical church, together with communion services, will be held at the United Evangelical church, Vermont Avenue and 7th Street, beginning this evening. The Rev. A. C. Miller, of Ligonier, will be in charge of the conference and also will have charge of the various services tomorrow, assisting the Rev. H. B. Seese, the pastor. The program of services is as follows: Preaching this evening at 7:45, by the Rev. Mr. Miller. Quarterly conference will convene immediately following the sermon. Sunday school at 9:45 AM, preaching and 11 AM by the Rev. Mr. Miller Communion services will be held after the sermon. Pentecostal services at 2:30. Preaching at 7:45. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend all of these services. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 18, 1907 --- NO GRADUATES --- Glassport to Have No Class This Year; Likely Not Next -- There will be no graduating class in the high school here this year, and probably not next, although this will depend upon action the new school board may take. There are a considerable number of pupils in the senior class who will be far enough advanced next year to graduate, providing the school board decides upon a three-year course instead of four, as in McKeesport.. It is said that in most boroughs the three-year course includes most of the important high school studies, as in the case here. However it is possible that the school district may decide to have a three-year course with a post-graduate course of one year.. This will be similar to a normal course and the members of the graduating class will be used as substitute teachers at the same time. It is figured that this will give them the experience as well as the theory, which is an important factor in teaching school. These plans have not been fully decided upon, but meet with the approval of the present board. However, some changes may be made by the incoming board. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 18, 1907 --- TO HAVE A PICNIC --- St. Cecelia's Church Will Hold Outing on July Fourth -- Arrangements have practically been completed by the members of the congregation of St. Cecelia Roman Catholic Church to hold a picnic on July 4th. The affair will not be held in the woods, but on the lawn of the Russell property at Monongahela Avenue and 8th Street which has been engaged for dislocation. The skating rink building will be used for dancing, while the dining and refreshments tables will be placed on the lawn, under canvas.. It is said that the pastor, the Rev. Father T. R. Rea contemplates some improvements and will see a new church built and turned the end building into a parochial school, and that the outing will be held for the benefit of the church fund. Committees to have charge of the tables, dancing and other features soon will be appointed. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 15, 1907 --- GLASSPORT - DAMAGE IS GREAT --- The damage caused by the heavy rains of Thursday is greater than at first supposed and the loss will amount to several thousands of dollars. Nearly every cellar in Monongahela avenue was filled or partly filled with water and many were stocked with merchandise. The extent of the damage by this respect cannot at present be estimated, but it will total over $1,000. The hill district also suffered much, many homes being partly flooded. A number of gardens were almost completely washed out in the upper section of the town, while at Otto some of the lawns were badly washed. The large truck garden at Harrison street and Monongahela avenue, just opposite the gas works, was badly flooded and washed out. It is believed that the damage there will amount to over $1,000. McKeesport Heritage Newsletter June/July 2007 originally taken from McKeesport Daily News.
July 9, 1907 --- NO MEETING HELD --- Lack of Quorum Prevents Council From Doing Business --- There was no immediate of the borough Council last evening, although it was the regular meeting night. Only five members, Messrs Reid, Randal, Keim, Blose and Murray, made their appearance. The other five members did not show up and it is alleged that they purposely stayed away from the meeting so that no business would be transacted.. The five members of Council who were present last evening are members of one faction and the other five are members of another. The difference between the two apparently results from the action taken some weeks ago to disband the Reliance Hose company. There was a quorum present at the meeting and the five, which have been sticking together on this matter, voted to disband in the others opposed. All members were not present and the five votes were a majority.. Since that time practically every thing of the importance has been held up because of the fractional fight. Five stand on one side and five on the other Council was to have led to a contract for fire hose last evening and voted for the purchase of a lot in Vermont Avenue for a fire station and also transacted considerable other business, but nothing was done. An attempt will be made to hold another meeting later in the month. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 9, 1907 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- The painters and decorators are at work on the parsonage and church of the first Presbyterian congregation, in Fifth street. The buildings are being painted white.. William Decker, of McKeesport, was a business visitor here yesterday. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
November 20, 1907 --- LITERARY SOCIETY FORMED --- Composed of Well-Known Young People -- To Meet Semi-Monthly -- A number of young people of the borough and surrounding places have organized a literary society and have selected the name of Emerson. At a meeting held on Monday evening at the home of William Grinert the organization was perfected and it was decided to hold meetings semi-monthly, the first Tuesday and third Thursday being selected as the days.. The officers of the society are William Grinert, president, and Mansell Reed, secretary. The charter members are Mary, Virginia and Mansell Reed, of Elizabeth; Emma Wilson, Amelia Grinert, William Grinert, Mr. and Mrs Boyd Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Grinert, George Logue and Wilhelmina Grinert.. It is the intention of the club to make the society one of the leadingsocial organizations of the town. The meetings will be held at the homes of its various members both in the borough and in other places. Source: McKeesport Daily News
November 20, 1907 --- REVIVAL CONTINUES --- The Rev. Homer Eddy to Speak This Evening -- The revival services continue in the United Evangelical church, Vermont avenue and Seventh street, of which the Rev. H. B. Seese is pastor. Services are held every evening at 7:30. The sermon this evening will be delivered by the Rev. HomerEddy of the Baptist church.Thursday and Friday evenings the pulpitwill be filled by the Rev. S. H. Earlett, of Braddock. All are cordially invited to these evangelistic services. The Rev. Mr. Seese says the services rendered by the different denominations is very much appreciated. Source: McKeesport Daily News
November 20, 1907 --- WORK RESUMED --- Work on the improvement of Hemlock alley was resumed today by the Glassport Lumber company. The gravel is now being placed and it is expected within a few days the brick will have arrived. The street force was busy on this thoroughfare yesterday removing the curbing at the intersections, which must be replaced, and lowering a manhole.Source: McKeesport Daily News
November 25, 1907 --- EAGLES MEET TONIGHT --- Will nominate Officers for the Ensuing Year -- There will be an interesting meeting of Aerie No. 1185, Fraternal Order of Eagles, in Eagle hall this evening, when nominations for officers for the ensuing year will be made. The election will take place at the first meeting in December and will be followed by the installation of officers about the first of January.. The local aerie is one of the largest in this section and is increasing its membership at every meeting. Several applications will be acted upon this evening and arrangements made to initiate a class in the near future. Source: McKeesport Daily News
November 25, 1907 --- OTTUMWAS VS. TAMAQUAS --- Local Basketball Teams to Play Tomorrow Night -- A good game of basketball is looked for at the skating rink, corner of Monongahela avenue and Sixth street, tomorrow evening, when the Ottumwas and the Tamaquas will battle for first place. Manager Adams of the Tamaquas is determined to score a victory, but Moore's five say yhey have the old baseball spirit and will play fast all of the way for a victory. Both teams will present the same lineups as in former games. The Lathorpe orchestra has been secured for the evening and there will be skating before and after the game. Source: McKeesport Daily News
November 25, 1907 --- TOWN IS QUIET --- There is little doing in police circles according to reports received from the officers, few arrests being made within the past few weeks. Chief Harbaugh says: "We have a good town." Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 28, 1908 --- IMPROVEMENT IS NEEDED --- Cinders or Boardwalks Should be Placed in Harrison Street -- Considerable complaint is being made about the condition of the sidewalk in Harrison street which leads up to the Otto school, and some of the residents of that district believe that council should authorize the placing of a board or cinder walk in this thoroughfare. Several hundred children are compelled to use the present walk, which is in very bad condition, to reach the school building, and it is argued that the improvement should be made for this reason., if no other. The matter likely will be taken up at the next meeting of council. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 28, 1908 --- TO PLACE LIGHT --- The lighting committee of council has authorized the placing of an additional gas light in Euclid avenue between Fourth and Fifth streets as petitioned for by residents of that district. At the last meeting of council the committee was given power to act and has recommended that the light be placed. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
January 28, 1908 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- The Misses Mary and Nellie Forsyth of Otto, spent yesterday visiting friends in Pittsburg.. Levi Edmundson, delinquent tax collector, who had been confined to his home by illness during the past several weeks, is improving.. Mrs. L. Nell of Ohio avenue, was a McKeesport visitor yesterday.. The police department continues to report everything quiet.. Miss Amelia Greinert, of Ohio avenue, was visiting in McKeesport yesterday.. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 28, 1908 --- THE GRADUATES TO RECEIVE DIPLOMAS --- Commencement Exercises in Methodist Episcopal Church Tonight-- Commencement exercises of the Glassport high school will be held in the Methodist church at 8 o'clock this evening. The present graduating class which is the first to receive diplomas from the Glassport board of education, consists of five members. Great interest has been manifested in these exercises and a large attendance is expected. The public is cordially invited to attend. The following program will be presented: Music.. Salutory, Margaret Krecken.. Oration, "The Rights of the Child," Bertha Downing.. Piano duet, Margaret Redman and Helen Baxter.. Recitation, "Cigarettes' Ride and ?" Emma Sparks.. Oration, "Political Integrity," Margaret Redman.. Piano solo, Emma Sparks.. Valedictory, Helen Baxter.. Class song.. Presentation of Diplomas.. Benediction. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1908 --- PASTORAL SUPRISE --- Baptist People Leave Many Gifts At the Parsonage -- The Rev. A. C. Willson, pastor of the Glassport Baptist church, and his wife were suprised on Tuesday evening at their home in Otto when 40 of the congregation and its friends called unexpectedly, laden with baskets, bundles and boxes containing gifts. At 10 o'clock a luncheon was served by the ladies. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1908 --- PERSONAL MENTION --- Mrs. Warren Furman, of Sixth street, has returned home after a month's visit in Indiana and Cambria counties.. Mrs. Eva Tarogg, of Sixth street, is slowly recovering from a severe attack of grip and indigestion.. Andy Leavette has been appointed night yardmaster for the P. & L. E. railroad at this place, vice Frank Way, transferred.. J. E. Hughes, general yardmaster, has returned to his duties after a two weeks' vacation. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1908 --- FOR A CUMBERLAND GUEST --- At her home in Ohio avenue, Miss Mary Hanlon entertained for Miss Jessie Ruby of Cumberland, a large number of guests being present. The evening was devoted to cards and music. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1908 --- FINLANDERS FIGHT AND ARE ARRESTED -- Are Taken Before the Burgess and Fined - Two Have Sore Heads -- Several Finlanders, who engaged in an altercation in which beer bottleswere said to have played an important part were given a hearing befor Burgess Kelley yesterday and all were fined. The men were arrested on Wednesday by Chief of Police Harbaugh and Officer Donzak.... Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1908 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Warren Furman has gone to Crawford county on a business trip.. John Snyder, of Eighth street has been confined to his home with typhoid fever for the past week.. Miss Hilda Scholze, of Monongahela avenue, has returned home after a pleasant visit among friends at New Kensington.. Squire George W. coursin is a visitor at Meadville. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 15, 1908 --- TO TAKE PART IN RACES --- The racing team of Reliance Hose company No. 2 will leave early tomorrow morning for Beaver Falls, where they will participate in the firemen's races to be held tomorrow and for which handsome prizes will be awarded. The team will be comprised of the same members that brought home the prize from Carnegie recently, and they hope to make a better showing at Beaver Falls. The boys have been practicing faithfully for some time, and a few evenings ago while making a record run slightly damaged their reel. It was soon repaired, however, and since then excellent time has been made at every trial. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 15, 1908 --- CHAMPION QUOIT PITCHERS --- The quoit pitchers of the borough are again busy. A large crowd gathers at the corner of Fifth and Monongahela avenues in the evenings, where many hotly contested games take place. Peter Kelley and P. J. Morrissey have been "showing the way" to all comers and are almost unbeatable. There are several other good players, and some persons are talking of organizing a league such as was in McKeesport recently. It is believed that a quoit tournament would attract much interest among the players and a large entry list would be secured. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 15, 1908 --- TWO GAMES SATURDAY --- Two good games of baseball will be played at the Ninth street grounds next Saturday afternoon. Moore's boys will have as their opponents the strong Swissvale team. Spalia will pitch one of the games for the home team, and the other twirler has not been decided upon. The Glassporters have made a great record this season and a large crowd is expected at both contests Saturday. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 15, 1908 --- PERSONALS --- H. C. Griffin, of Otto, will leave tomorrow for a three weeks' trip to New York, Atlantic City and Philadelphia.. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Evans were guests of relatives in the Tenth Ward, McKeesport.. Dr. and Mrs. J. C. Brisbine have returned home after a visit in West Virginia.. Mrs. Engles of Otto and Mrs. Guilroy visited Mrs. H. Lutz of McKeesport.. Miss Mary Carroll was a guest of Mrs. G. W. Manche of Monongahela. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 17, 1908 --- MANY FIGHT FOREST FIRE --- Several citizens, many of them members of the fire companies of the borough, yesterday extinguished a fire in the woods above Glassport that threatenend much damage had not quick action been taken. It is believed that some boys playing in the woods started a fire and that the underbrush caught rapidly and got beyond their control. An alarm was sounded and many hurried to the scene. After several hours work the flames were extinguished, the only loss being to the timber. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 17, 1908 --- BOWLING ALLEYS OPEN --- The bowling alleys in the Gross building, Monongahela avenue and Seventh street, opened last evening. The bowlers of the borough are talking of arranging for a tournament both in tenpins and duckpins during the winter months. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 17, 1908 --- MEETING IN PITTSBURG --- The Fancy Work club is meeting this afternoon at the home of Mrs. Ashworth, East End, Pittsburg. Several women of this borough are members of the organization an are in attendance at the meeting. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 17, 1908 --- ATTENDING RETREAT --- The second retreat of the priests of the Pittsburg diocese at Mount Alvernia, Millvale, and is being attended by the Rev. Father Thomas Rea of St. Cecelia's church. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 17, 1908 --- WILL LECTURE TONIGHT --- The Rev. Homer Eddy, formerly pastor of the First Baptist church of this borough, will speak in the Methodist Episcopal church this evening at 8 o'clock, taking for his subject, "The Boy Problem." Boys between 6 and 16 years will meet at the band stand on Monongahela avenue, and accompaniedby a band will march to the church. The Rev. Eddy has delivered this lecture in many towns and everywhere large audiences have greeted him. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 17, 1908 --- BARACA CLASS MEETING --- The Baraca class of the First Presbyterian church will hold a meeting this evening at the home of William Bradley on Michigan avenue near Seventh street. A large attendance of the members is desired, as several important matters will be given attention. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 18, 1908 --- GUN CLUB SHOOT --- Large Number of Marksmen Participate in Yesterday's Events -- The Glassport Gun club held a successful shoot yesterday afternoon on its range on the riverbank between Sixth and Seventh avenues. There was a large number of visiting marksmen and some excellent scores were made.. The club had provided many prizes consisting of ducks, chickens, etc. and it was late in the afternoon before the last event wass pullde off. The members of the local gun club made excellent scores in many events and performed well throughout the afternoon. Noel of the Enterprise Gun club and Hardy and Cannon of the McKeesport Gun club made excellent scores.. The affair was a success in every particular and it is probable that many more will be arranged for. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 18, 1908 --- BALL TEAM'S DANCE --- Delightful Affair is Planned For Tomorrow Evening -- The members of the Glassport baseball team have completed arrangements for the dance to be held in the skating rink building, corner of Monongahela avenue and sixth street, tomorrow evening. The Lanthrop orchestra will furnish music and the hours will be from 7 to 11:30.. Several invitations have been sent to out-of-town friends of the club and an unusually large crowd is expected to be the boys' guests. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 18, 1908 --- GLASSPORT VS. SWISSVALE --- A double-header will be played at the Ninth street grounds tomorrow afternoon. Manager Pete Moore having arranged to have the crack Swissvale team come here. Spalla will pitch one of the games for the locals, while the other twirler has not been decided upon. The visitors will present their strongest lineup and promise to give the locals a hard run. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 18, 1908 --- WRECKED CABOOSE HERE --- The caboose which was wrecked in the smash-up on the P. & L. E. railroad at Gibstonton near Monessen, yesterday morning, was brought here yesterday afternoon by the wreck train. The entire end of the caboose was torn out. Other damaged cars were also brought here. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 18, 1908 --- ENTERTAINS CLASS --- The Philathea classof the Presbyterian church was entertained last evening by the Misses Jeside and Mae Brown at their home on Vermont avenue. A delightful evening was spent. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 19, 1908 --- SERVICE IN MEMORY OF EVANGELIST IRA D SANKEY --- A service in memory of Ira D. Sankey, the famous singing evangelist and song writer who died recently at his home in Brooklyn after several years of blindness, will be held at the Presbyterian church tomorrow evening, when the pastor, the Rev. C. S. Osborne, will give a sketch of Sankey's life and give brief accounts of the origin and history of each of a number of Sankey hymns that are to be sung by the choir and congregation. At the morning service the pastor's subject will be "Kept Safe in His Life." Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 19, 1908 --- SERVICES AT U. EV. CHURCH --- United Evangelical church, Vermont avenue and Seventh street - Sunday School at 9:30 a. m., and the selecting of teachers for the conference year. Preaching by the pastor, Rev. H. B. Seese, both morning and evening, theme, 10:45. "Christian Sympathy;" 7:30, "The Physician of No Value;" pentecostal services at 2:30; K. L. C. E. services Tuesday evening at 7:30; prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7:30. Everybody is cordially invited to any or all of our services. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 21, 1908 --- LARGE CARS FOR GLASSPORT LINE --- Modern Winter Equipment When Summer Cars Are Retired -- SUPERINTENDENT LONG GIVES OUT GOOD NEWS - "Large cars of the regular type, such as are used on the loop, will be run this winter on the Evans avenue and Glassport line. They will be started when the summer cars are taken off." Superintendent Long.. This statement, made yesterday to a representative of the Daily News, will be good news and a big surprise to the people of Glassport and the South Park district, who fo seven months in the year have ridden in small, old-fashion cars equipped with coal stoves, and have been able to get a seat perhaps one time in three or four. Large bodies move slowly, so it is likely that the decision to put the big, electrically heated cars on the line is a result of the appeals made to the Pittsburg Railways company last winter.. The large cars are equipped with rail brakes, but these will not be used on the Evans avenue hill. There, powerful hand brakes, something like those now in use on cars of the division will be used.. No change in schedule will be made at least for a time. It is possible that the schedule of the entire Second avenue system may be changed later in the season, and if it is, a change on the Glassport line will be made at that time. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 22, 1908 --- LOCALS WERE BARRED --- Not Allowed To Enter In Firemen's Races Held At Beaver Falls - The members of the racing team of Reliance Hose company No. 2 were sorely disappointed at Beaver Falls, where they went last week to participate in the firemen's races. Hearing of the remarkable runs made at Carnegie, the Rochester firemen declared that the Reliance boys were professionals and entered a protest against them taking part in the race. The protest stood, but the Glassporters gave an exhibition that "showed up" the other teams.. In the hose race the Freedom and Rochester departments went 500 feetlaid 150 feet of hose, connected and threw water, Rochester winning in 39 seconds flat. The members of Reliance No. 2 then gave an exhibition of the same feet, throwing water in 33 seconds..The Reliance boys practically won the hub and hub race for Bridgewater against Rochester. Five of the localsran with the Bridgewater team unbeknown to the Rochester men, and with the aid of the Glassporters, Bridgewater carried off the prize, crosiing the line 1 - 5 of a second in advance. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 22, 1908 --- DANCE A BIG SUCCESS --- The dance held in the skating rink building, corner of Monongahela avenue and Sixth street, Saturday evening, by the members of the Glassport baseball team was a sucess in every particular. Over 100 couples were in attendance, many being present from McKeesport, Dravosburg, Clairton and other nearby places. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 22, 1908 --- GLASSPORT TAKES TWO --- The Glassport baseball team took a doubleheader from the Swissvale team at the Ninth street grounds, Saturday. Jimmy Moore was on the rubber in the first game and the score was 11 to 1. In the second contest, Spalla pitched and the score of 6 to 1. Next Saturday the P. J. Boylans, of East End, Pittsburg will be here for a double header with Moore's men. The first contest will begin promptly at 2:15 and the second as soon as the first is finished. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 25, 1909 --- LOCAL AND PERSONAL --- The new buildings going up are indications of returning prosperity.. Commencement exercises will be held in the high school auditorium on fifth streettomorrow evening at 8 o'clock.. Some of the persons who attended the union services at the United Evangelical church on Sunday evening lost a key and a pair of gloves, which were found by the pastor, who will return same to owners.. Owing to the commencement exercises on Wednesday evening the prayer meeting will be held in the United Evangelical church on Tuesday evening in connection with the Christian Endeavor services, and the home department business meeting will be held after the services. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 12, 1909 --- COUNCIL WILL MEET --- The regular monthly meeting of borough council will be held Monday evening in the municipal building., corner of Fifth and Monongahela avenues. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 12, 1909 --- CHILDREN'S DAY SERVICES --- United Evangelical church, Vermont avenue and Seventh street -- W. B. Yose, superintedent of the Sabbath school, desires the school to report promptly at 9:30 a.m. All who will take part in the program of the Children's day will please report at the church at 1 p.m. The regular program will be rendered at 7:45 tomorrow evening. The public is invited. The pastor, Rev. H. R. Reese recalls the morning services, and invited his congregation to attend the Children's day services tomorrow morning in the M. E. church. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 12, 1909 --- TO HOLD LAWN FETE --- The members of Citizen's Fire company No. 1 are making arrangements to hold a lawn fete on June 19. The affair will be held on a vacant lot on Monongahela avenue between Fifth and Sixth streets.Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 12, 1909 --- AT THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH --- The services in the Glassport Presbyterian church tomorrow will be appropriate to Children's day. At 10:00 in the morning the Sabbath school will be held when all members are requested to be present. At 11:00 the pastor, the Rev. Osborne, will preach a special sermon to the young people and all those attending Sabbath school are requested to remain for the preaching service. Y. P. S. C. E. at 6:30. At 7:45 the evening service will be held when the children of the church will present a program. Prayer meeting on Wednesday evening at 7:30. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 12, 1909 --- PERSONALS --- Mrs. George Gerber and little daughter, Helen, of Ohio avenue will leave for a two months stay at Cambridge Springs. Mrs. Gerber goes for the benefit of her health.. Harry Williams of New Castle is a visitor here this week.. Mrs. H. F. Boren, who has been very ill, is much improved.. Carrie Smallwood of Youngstown is visiting her sister, Mrs. H. L. Lee, of Vermont avenue.. William Reilly, of McKees Rocks, is a visitor at the home of his uncle, Howard Collins of Indiana avenue.. On June 27 the ladies of the First Presbyterian church will hold a lawn fete.. The Karaca and the Philethea classes of the First Presbyterian church will on Tuesday hold a picnic at Mt. Vernon. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 15, 1909 --- COUNCIL HOLDS A BUSY SESSION --- OrdinancePassed Fixing the Tax Levy at Eight Mills -- ORDINANCE REGARDING SALARIES ALSO PASSED -- The borough dada held a lenghty meeting last evening and transacted considerable business, it being almost midnight when they adjourned. All members were in attendance.. The tax levy and appropriations ordinance was passed, finally. It fixes the tax at eight mills, five for general purposes and three for the sinking fund to pay the bonded indebtedness.. The ordinance regulating the salaries was also passed finally and sets the salaries as follows: Secretary of council, $500 a year; treasurer, $200 a year; solicitor, $800 a year; chief of police and ordinance officer, $2.75 a day; patrolmen, $2.50 a day; street employee, $1.75 a day.. On motion of Mr. Furman the sewer committee was instructed to advertise for bids for the construction of a sewer on Indiana avenue, the bids to be in by the next meeting of council.. Tax Collector Edmundson reported $621 collected during the month of May, the money being deposited to the credit of the borough.. Clerk Randall reported receiving $379.38 from O. K. Eaton and $150 from the Pittsburg Railways company for car tax.. The treasurer's report was as follows: Receipts, $18, 570.39; expenditures, $9,122.85.. The auditors' reports were received, a minority report from James McCaffrey and a majority report from J. M. May and Harry Grove. These were referred to the finance committee, who will meet with the borough solicitor and go over the reports, making recommendations at the next council meeting.. The question of street lighting was again taken up and it will be ascertained whether the present contract with the Welsbach firm has expired before a new contract is awarded.. A communication was received from the water company saying that it would comply with the council's request regarding the location of fireplugs.. It was reported that No. 3 fire company had changed its rooms to the Glithero building.. For the stree committee Mr. Keim reported that the streets of the borough were in good condition. He told of people dumping garbage at a certain place after the property had been cleaned and a watch will be kept and the guilty persons prosecuted.. Mr. Furman reported that there had been no fires during the past month. all of the companies are in the best of condition.. For the water and light committee Mr. Myers said that the light at the corner Allegheny avenue and fifth street would be moved wherever council so instructed and this matter was left with the committee with power to act. It was the intention to move the light to Second street, but there is no gas line there. The light on Vermont avenue, between Eighth and Ninth streets, will be moved to the corner of Vermont and Ninth streets.. Mr. Phillips gave the report of the chief of police, as follows: Arrests, 7; fines, $23; discharged, 2. Everything in this department is O. K.. Mr. McKernan reported a vacancy on the health board on account of Dr. J. C. Brisbine, secretary, leaving. Chairman Murray appointed Dr. Erhart to fill the vacancy. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 15, 1909 --- CASE IS DISMISSED --- Burgess Sparks Finds That Perlstein Took Wrong Course -- Because he could find no cause for Mr. Perlstein entering a charge of disorderly conduct against James Fortner and Harris Blackwell of wilson Station, Burgess W. F. Sparks last evening dismissed the case. Several witnesses were examined and all said that they had seen no disorder.. Perlstein claimed that Blackwell came to his store on Saturday evening and bought $1.55 worth of goods and tendered a $10 bill as payment The grocer said he gave him the change but after the customer had been out of the store a while he returned and wanted $8.45 change which he said had not been received. Fortner went back to the store with Blackwell and the grocer had them arrested on a charge of disorderly conduct. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 15, 1909 --- FINLANDERS ARE FINED --- A birthday party at a Finlander's home on Indiana avenue between Seventh and Eighth streets, on Saturday evening resulted in three of the guests being locked up on charges of disorderly conduct.At a hearing before Burgess Sparks last evening, Mike Quick was fined $5 and costs. He asked for a transcript of the case. Two other Finlanders were fined $2 and costs. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 15, 1909 --- Lawn Fete And Dance By Reliance Company --- The members of the Reliance Hose company No. 2 will hold a lawn fete and dance on Saturday evening, June 26, in the skating rink building, corner of Monongahela avenue and Sixth street The affair will be for the benefit of the new uniform fund, the boys desiring to make a good showing at the convention to be held at Beaver Falls this year. A number of out-of-town firemen are expected to be in attendance. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 15, 1909 --- LICENSED TO WED --- A marriage license was granted at Pittsburg yesterday to Frank Lathrop, of this borough and Emily K. Dawson, of McKeesport. June 15, 1909 --- Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 19, 1909 --- WILL ATTEND PICNIC --- St. Cecelia's School Children to Be Magnet's Guests -- The Pupils of St. Cecelia's Parochial school will be the guests of the Magnet Furniture Co. of McKeesport on Monday when a picnic will be held at Olympia park. There will be free tickets on both street car lines to and from the park for the Glassport children and each child will receive two amusement tickets.. Special cars wil convey the Glassporters to the park and will leave the corner of Eighth street and Monongahela avenue at 7:30 o'clock. The pupils are requested to congregate at the church grounds at 7:15 o'clock sharp. A committee will be in charge of the youngsters and they will be well cared for going and returning from the park. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 19, 1909 --- TWO GAMES TOMORROW --- Two games of baseball will be played at the Ninth street grounds tomorrow afternoon. Manager McKenery's boys will line up against the Eden Park A. C. of McKeesport. The first contest will be calledat 3 o'clock and the second at 6 o'clock. A meeting of the local team members will be held this evening at the Hotel Wolf and all are requested to be in attendance. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 19, 1909 --- (Advertisement) --- Good selection of plaide, stripe and plain color dress ginghams at Nybergs for 10c and 12 1/2c a yard. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 21, 1909 --- NEWSY NOTES --- The lawn fete held on the vacant lot between Fifth and Sixth streets Saturday evening under the auspices of No. 1 Fire company was a big sucess. A large crowd attended. The fire ladies realized a nice turn from the event.. Glassport took two games from the Eden Park A. C. of McKeesport Saturday on the Ninth street grounds by the scores of 8-5 and 7-2. Eddie Jackson pitched the first game and Minehart and Spalla the second contest. A large crowd witnessed these games.. Reliance Hose company is making great preparations for the dance and lawn fete to be held next Saturday evening. The dance will be held at the skating rink, while the lawn fete will be held on the lawn across the street from the skating rink.. The pupils of St. Cecelia's parochial school are enjoying an outing today at Olympia park with the McKeesport catholic schools, the Magnet Furniture company being the hosts. The children left this morning at 7:30 for the park where they will spend a merry time until 7:30 this evening. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 21, 1909 --- PERSONALS --- G. Paul Cox of Connelsville was a visitor at the Hotel Grand yesterday.. Rev. Thomas Rae, pastor of St. Cecelia's church, leaves this evening for New York and on Wednesday will sail for Europe on a three-months' trip.. Mrs. Frank Usher, of Monongahela avenue, left yesterday for Myersdale, Pa., where she will visit for three weeks. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 21, 1909 --- TWO TWILIGHT GAMES --- Two good twilight games will be played at the Ninth street grounds this week. Tomorrow evening Clairton will be the attraction and on Thursday evening Buena Vista will be here. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 25, 1909 --- LAWN FETE AND DANCE BY RELIANCE COMPANY --- All arrangements have been completed for the lawn fete and dance to be given tomorrow evening by the Reliance Hose company. The dance will be held in the skating rink, while the lawn party will be held in the large lawn across the street. The boys will have all of the delicacies of a lawn party on sale and a large crowd is looked for. One of the features of the evening will be a water battle between Reliance Hose company and Duquesne company No. 2 This will take place on the corner of Sixth street and Monongahela avenue at 6:30 p.m.. Everybody is invited to attend the party and dance. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 25, 1909 --- ROSS - WEDEMEYER WEDDING --- At 6 o'clock last evening Fred C. Wedemeyer , of Monessen, was united in marriage to Miss Sarah E. Ross, of this borough. The ceremony took place at the home of the bride's parents on Vermont avenue. Rev. C. S. Osborne, pastor of the first Presbyterian church, performed the ceremony. After the ceremony a wedding supper was served and the couple left on a trip through the west. When they return, they will reside in Monessen. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 25, 1909 --- MANY ON EXCURSION --- A large crowd attended the boat excursion held yesterday under the auspices of Glassport Eagles No. 1135, to Brownsville and return. Two trips were made, the first leaving here at 8:30 a.m and returning at 5 p.m. The second trip left the McKeesport wharf at 8 p.m. and made a stop here and left at 8:30. Many other stops were made at the up-river towns. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 25, 1909 --- GLASSPORT VS. CLAIRTON --- The Glassport baseball team is scheduled to play a twilight game with the Clairton team this evening on the Clairton grounds. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 25, 1909 --- WILL ATTEND SERVICES --- The Ladies of the Maccabees will attend church in a body Sunday evening at the M. E. church. The ladies are requested to meet at there hall on Sixth street at 7:30 o'clock. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 28, 1909 --- (Advertisements) --- Ladies black and colored umbrellas with mission, natural and fancy bundles just arrived at Nyberg's.. All collors of lawns for coo summer dresses, some with border in at Nyberg's.. New idea patterns at Nyberg's.. Infant's shoes, all colors, 25c, 35c and 45c pair at Nyberg's. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 5, 1909 --- REV. MISS LAMB TO PREACH --- United Evangelical church, Vermont avenue and Seventh street -- Sabbath school at 9:30 a.m.; pentecostal services at 7 p.m.; Christian Endeavor Services Tuesday evening at 7:45; prayermeeting Wednesday evening at 7:45. Business meeting of the Aid society after prayermeeting.. The pulpit will be filled at 7:45 p.m. by Rev. Miss Lamb of the Free Methodist church. Arrangements are also being made for the morning services. Rev. C. D. Wirster, of Pittsburg will fill the pulpit over July 11. All are cordially invited. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 5, 1909 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS ---Mrs. William P. Griffin and son Harold are ill. Mrs. Griffin was overcome by heat and the son has been smitten with the disease prevalent among the children of the borough, and is dangerously ill. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 5, 1909 --- (Advertisement) --- TO LET. 5-roomed house, water and gas and bath, in Glassport. W. T. FENTON, Dravosburg, Pa. Bell Phone 1941-J. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 6, 1909 --- PICNIC ON THURSDAY --- The picnic to be held on Thursday at Cascade park by the Merchants' association and the Beneficial association of the United States Glass company expects to be the largest affair ever held by the Glassport people. Business houses will be closed, as the various committees are going to make this a gala day. A program of sports has been arranged and prizes will be offered to the winners of the events. A special train will leave here at 7:20 a.m. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 6, 1909 --- LOCALS' NICE RECORD --- Glassport took two games from the Americus team of Braddock here on Saturday by the scores of 4 to 1 and 6 to 2. Spalla pitched the first game and held the visitors to four hits. Milligan's batting and fielding was the feature of the game. Yesterday they took two games off the Cabinet team of Pittsburg. The morning game was 12 to 1, Spalla's pitching being too much for the visitors. The second was 2 to 1. Large crowds witnessed both games. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 6, 1909 --- CALHOUN WINS MATCH --- A shooting match held on the range of the Glassport Gun club Saturday was won by Calhoun of McKeesport. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 7, 1909 --- Mrs. J. V. Cunninham yesterday celebrated her sixty-third birthday anniversary by giving a party yo her children and grandchildren. The following persons were present: Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Walker and daughters, Gladys and May, of Crafton; Mr. and Mrs C. c. Cunninham and daughter Ethel, of McKeesport, and Mrs. W. P. Cunningham, of McKees Rocks. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 20, 1909 --- HAROLD GRIFFIN --- Harold, 16-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. William P. Griffin of Eighth and Vermont avenues, died last evening. The funeral services will be held this evening at the home of the parents and Rev. Reese will officiate. The interment will be made tomorrow morning at Grove Chapel near Indiana, Pa. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 23, 1909 --- PASTOR RESIGNS --- Rev. C. A. Wilson, who had for some time been pastor of the First Baptist church, this borough, tendered his resignation to the congregation Wednesday evening. He will deliver his last sermon in that church on Sunday evening. Mr. Wilson resigns to take up a charge in the First Baptist church at Ford City. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 23, 1909 ---(advertisement) --- GOOD NEWS FOR GLASSPORT --- Raden's announce their fifth semianual clean sweep sale. Saturday, July 24, is the day the sale will begin, and continue until Saturday, August 7.. This sale which comes twice annually, is looked for with interest by the Glassport public. It is a noteworthy event, deserving the attention of every economical man and young man.. Following their usual custom of a twice-a-year sale, when they clean out every summer article that might interfere with their new fall and winter stock, which begins to come in now.. Therefore the entire stock of the finest clothing and furnishings (this season's as nothing was carried over from last summer), is now being arranged for quick sale. The prices will induce you to take early advantage of those phenominal bargains. The fact that Raden's only have two sales a year and that this is one of them, should bring you there without delay and to take advantage of the real bargains they offer.. Their location is on Monongahela avenue between Sixth and Seventh streets, Glassport, Pa. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 28, 1909 --- FAREWELL RECEPTION TO PASTOR AND WIFE --- A very pleasant farewell reception was tendered Mr. C. A. Wilson the retiring pastor of the first Baptist church of this borough and his wife.. The reception was held on Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Goslee of Ohio street.. A large number of the congregation had gathered when Mr. and Mrs. Wilson arrived and they were ushered into the parlor by Mr. Goslee.. The evening was spent in a very social way and after an hour's coversation between the members of the congregation Rev. C. P. Salladay of the M. E. church in a few well chosen remarks presented Mr. and Mrs. Wilson with two pretty rings on behalf of the members of his old congregation. Luncheon was served. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 28, 1909 --- SUPRISE PARTY HELD --- A surprise party was held last evening at the home of John Wible on Vermont avenue in honor of his nineteenth birthday aniversary. A large number of young people were in attendance and a very pleasant time was spent. Lunch was served. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 28, 1909 --- DEATH OF AN INFANT --- Walter, aged 2 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred domin of Vermont avenue, died yesterday morning. The funeral services were held this afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment was made in Richland cemetery. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 28, 1909 --- PERSONALS --- Miss Sarah McCaughan of elizabeth, visited today at the home of her niece, Mrs. Arch Brown.. Mr. and Mrs William Brown of Vermont avenue, will leave tomorrow for a few weeks' stay at Ocean City, Md. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 29, 1909 --- LAWN FETE AUG 7. --- The fire laddies of the Reliance Hose company are making great plans for the lawn fete to be held on Saturday evening, August 7. It will be a gala day as there will be exhibitions of hub racing, water battle and quoit matches. The affair will be held on the vacant lot across from their quarters. The water battle will be between a local team and Wilmerding. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 29, 1909 --- GLASSPORT VS. WILSON --- Glassport had little trouble in defeating the Wilson nine last evening at that place by the score of 13 to 1. Jackson who pitched for the locals was a mystery to the boys from over the river. The same teams will line up this evening on the Ninth street grounds. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 29, 1909 --- QUOIT MATCH --- Roberts and Buckley defeated Webb and McVey in a very interesting match of quoits last evening. The score was 35 to 20. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 29, 1909 --- RELIANCE MEETS TONIGHT --- A special meeting of the Reliance Hose company has been called for this evening and it is urged that all members be present as action will be taken on some important business. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 29, 1909 --- SEISS - MORITZ WEDDING --- Joseph Moritz was married to Miss Genevieve Seiss yesterday morning at St. Cecelia's church, where Rev. Michael performed the ceremony. A reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cathell on Indiana avenue, where the bride made her home. Mr. and Mrs. Moritz left on a short wedding trip east. Both are very popular in society circles. Mr. Moritz is an employe of the glass house and also a member of the No. 1 Fire company. They will go to housekeeping on Indiana avenue. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
July 29, 1909 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Oliver Lindholm, Hariet Jacobs, Whittie Wallace and Emmett Killgallon are in camp at Peter's Creek for two weeks.. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Willis, of the Monongahela House, left Tuesday for Canada, where they will spend the next three weeks.. Mrs. P. J. Morrissey of the Fifth Avenue hotel is spending two weeks at Atlantic City. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 2, 1909 --- LOCALS WIN DOUBLE HEADER --- Glassport travelled to Elizabeth on Saturday and took two games of the J. will Martins and in doing so, they broke the winning streak of the Elizabeth boys. Spalla's and Minehart's pitching had the Martins puzzeled. Cregun's hitting was a feature. The final scores were 8 to 0 and 2 to 0. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 2, 1909 --- ST. CECELIA'S EXCURSION --- The boat excursion to be held on Wednesday under the auspices of St. Cecelia's church promises to be a grand affair. Two trips will be made to Fayette City and return. The first trip will leave at McKeesport wharf at 8:30 a.m. and make many stops on the way up. The second trip will leave at McKeesport at 7:15 p.m. Lunch and refreshments will be served on the boat. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 2, 1909 --- FIREMEN READY FOR CONVENTION --- The firemen of all three companies of this place are making great preparations for the Western Pennsylvania Firemen's convention to be held at Beaver Falls next week. This borough will be well represented and will participate in many events. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 2, 1909 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Miss Sarah Weisenthal of Vermont avenue left yesterday for a three weeks' vacation with relatives in New York.. Miss Freda Medain is spending a month's vacation at Morgantown, W. Va. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 3, 1909 --- ST. CECELIA'S CHURCH BOAT EXCURSION --- Two Trips Will Be Made Up the Monongahela on the Island Queen -- The second annual boat excursion of the congregation of St. Cecelia's church of Glassport will be held tomorrow on the steamer "Island Queen" and two trips will be made.. The first trip will leave the Market street wharf at 8:30 a.m. and will stop at Glassport, Coal Valley, Clairton and Elizabeth, where it is expected that a number of people will join the happy crowd. They will return from the first trip about 5:30 and will leave again at 7:15.. The committees in charge have been working faithfully and members expect this trip to eclipse all previous ones. There will be refreshments served on the boat. There will be different forms of amusement and dancing will be a big feature. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 4, 1909 --- Morrisseys Claim Championship --- The P. J. Morrissey quoit team claims to be the champions of this section. The Glassport teamdefeated everything coming their way and are open for dates. The local team is composed of P. J. Morrissey, P. J. Kelly and John Woy. The team beat the Ostranders of McKeesport last night, taking three out of four games The Glassport boys will go to Homestead Saturday and expect to keep up their reputation as winners. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 4, 1909 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Mrs. P. J. Morrissey, of Monongahela avenue has returned from a vacation trip to Atlantic City.. Mr. and Mrs. William Green and family of Ohio avenue, are spedning a vacation at Buffalo and Niagra Falls. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 5, 1909 --- BOAT EXCURSION --- St. Cecelia's Congregation Has Enjoyable Time on the River -- The boat excursion given yesterday by the congregation of St. Cecelia's church of Glassport was the largest ever given by this church.. The boat made two trips, one in the morning leaving the Market street wharf after 8 o'clock and in the evening at 7:30. Stops were made at Glassport, Coal Valley, Clairton and Elizabeth and many people went aboard at these places.. Many family parties were organized and for the benefit of those not taking baskets with them the ladies of the church had prepared some good things, and refreshment stands had been placed at different parts of the boat.. There was dancing all day and the music was furnished by the Mendelssohn ochestra. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 6, 1909 --- (advertisement) LAST CALL TO OUR SALE --- Saturday, August 7, will close Raden's clean sweep sale.. The sale of all sales, where every summer article of clothing and furnishings is cleaned out from the store to make room for fall goods.. The sale that every other store looks upon with disfavor, and consequently imitates in every possible manner.. But every one knows that imitations are far from genuine.. Therefore, tomorrow, the last day will be greatest of all.. Don't neglect to come and get the remaining bargains. Bargains you will not get elswhere and you will not duplicate for six months to come.. We will have an extra force of salespeople to wait upon you. Above all ask your friends about Raden's sale. They know. THE RADEN COMPANY Monongahela Avenue, Between Sixth and Seventh Sts. Glassport, Pa. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 7, 1909 --- AT THE U. EV. CHURCH --- United Evangelical church, Vermont avenue and Seventh street -- Sabbath school at 9:30, W. B. Yose, superintendent. The Rev. Charles D. Firster of northside, Pittsburg, will preach at 10:45 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. K.L.C.E. services Tuesday 5:45 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday 7:45 p.m. Election of Sabbath school officers Wednesday evening, August 18. Other officers may be elected at the same time and all members of the church are urged to be present to attend to other important business. Strangers are especially invited to attend these services. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 7, 1909 --- NOTICE --- The duplicate of Glassport borough 1909 now ready. come and save the 5 percent off. All delinquents must settle at once to save additional costs. LEVI H. EDMUNDSON, Collector. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 9, 1909 --- FIREMEN'S CONVENTION --- The firemen of the borough are ready for the big doings at the convention of Western Pennsylvania Firemen's association to be held at Beaver Falls this week, starting tomorrow. There will be about seventy-five men from this place take part in the affair. Two members of No. 1 company left today to make arrangements. The Reliance company will send thirty men tomorrow afternoon and No. 1 company will have an aggregation 35 men in line. The boys at the Reliance company will appear in their new uniforms of blue with white trimming. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 9, 1909 --- QUOIT MATCH POSTPONED ---- A team from this place went to Homestead Saturday to have a quoit match with a team of that place, but were greatly disappointed, as the boys from down the river did not have enough players on hand. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 9, 1909 --- LOCALS WIN TWO --- Glassport added two more victories to their string Saturday when they defeated the St. Williams Lyceum team of Pittsburg two games. The first game was a pitchers' battle between Spalla and Pefferman, and the local man had a shade the better of it. Minehart pitched the second game for the local team. The final scores were 2 to 1 and 4 to 2. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 9, 1909 --- LAWN FETE --- The lawn fete held by the Reliance Hose company on Saturday evening on the vacant lot accross the street from their quarters was a very successful event. The boys relized a neat sum from the occasion, which go to pay for their new uniforms. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 27, 1910 --- CORNER STONE LAYING SUNDAY --- It Will Be Big Event At Glassport Next Sunday Afternoon. -- VICAR GEN. TOBIN WILL CONDUCT SERVICE -- The cornerstone of the new St. Cecilia's R. C. church at Eighth and Ohio avenues, Glassport will be laid with imposing ceremonies at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon, May 20. . The events have been planned by the Rev. Father Thomas R. Rea, the pastor, and the corner stone will be laid by the Rev. Monsignor F. Tobin, vicar general, of Pittsburg. The sermon of the occasion will be delivered by the Rev. C. J. Coyne, L. LD., of McKees Rocks.. All the societies of the congregation will meet at the old church building, Eighth and Vermont avenues, and march to the new building where the exercises are to be held. Several visiting priests will be present for the occasion, including the Rev. Father C. A. McDermott, the Rev. Father F. J. Coyle and the Rev. Father D. C. Shields, of this city. Others who will attend are Father McCarthy, of Clairton; Father D. Shanahan, of Duquesne; Father Ward, of Wilmerding; Father Walsh, of Monongahela; Father Wigley, of Monesson; Father John B. Beane and Father Graham, of Pittsburg; Father O'Neill, of Trafford city; Father Haggerty, of Hayes; Father McVey and Father O'Conner, of Pittsburg.. The new church property is divided from the old church property by Michigan avenue. It fronts 290(?200) feet in Eighth avenue with a depth of 155 feet. The new church building will be 135 feet in length proper with 25 feet added for approach designs. It will have a width of 56 feet.. The building will be a combination church and school, with six school rooms modern in every respect. The church will have a seating capacity of 550. The construction will be of mottled pressed brick with decorative stone trimmings and is to cost complete $38,000. Source: McKeesport Daily News
December 22, 1910 --- BIG PAY FOR CHRISTMAS --- The local concerns will pay out more money this week than ever before in the history of the borough.. Today the employees of the Pittsburgh Steel Foundry Co. are receiving their pays.. Saturday the axe and tool, hoop and band mill, glass house and Severence spike works will pay their employees.. The payroll this Christmas will excell all previous years. The axe and tool concern and the glass house have almost doubled the number of employees since last Christmas. No notices have been issued at any of the local mills as to the length of time the mills will be idle for Christmas, but it is thought, the suspension will not last longer than a week. Source: Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
January 3, 1911 --- EAGLES HAVE INSTALLATION --- At a meeting of the Glassport aerie, No. 1185, Fraternal Order of Eagles, held last evening in its quarters on Monongahela avenue, the following officers were installed: President, William Jarrett; vice president H. E. Serena; chaplain, R. M. Hatfield; secretary, U. G. Carpenter; treasurer, Sam Heil; inside guard, Ralph Carr; outside guard, Frank Lathrope; trustees, H. Benedict, Thomas Craig and Fred Englert, and aerie physician, Dr. E. L. Erhardt.. A social session was had in which a very enjoyable evening was spent. Addresses were made by the new officers; a few musical selections were rendered and refreshments served. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 3, 1911 --- ARRANGING FOR BIG CARD PARTY --- Division No. 37, Order of Hibernians, is making extensive preparations for the reception and card party to be conducted in the new school house, corner of Eighth and Ohio avenues, on Monday evening, January 16. This will be the first social event to be held in the new edifice. Source: McKeesport Daily News
January 5, 1911 --- New Works at Portvue and Glassport Will Start Within a Few Weeks --- GLASSWORKS READY FEB. 11 BUT TIN MILL BY NEXT WEEK -- In a few weeks employment will be given to several hundred additional men by the starting of new works soon to be completed at Glassport and Portvue. The large new plant of the United States Glass company at Glassport, which is expected to employ between 250 and 300 additional men and which has been under construction for several months, will likely be completed by February 1. Tumblers and glasses mostly used for jellies and such articles, will be made at the new plant.. When work was started on the new works it was thought they would be ready for operation by the latter part of December, but unforseen delays occurred.. Good progress is being made now, however, and from an official in authority it was learned today that the company expects to see the plant completed by the first of next month.. Large engines are now being installed in the power plant of the American Ax and Tool Company at the same place. It will be in operation in a week to ten days.The plant is being operated in full now and the big new engines will better the power facilities. Considerable improving has been done at this plant at a cost of over $100,000, including an additional building for the manufacturing of handles. The company also increased its power facilities in order to operate this new plant and for the purpose to a considerable extent the output in general, which required additional workers to the number of several hundred... Source: McKeesport Daily News
March 24, 1911 --- SCHOOL STANDARD MUCH HIGHER --- There will be no graduating class at the local high school this year owing to the course being extended from three to four years. However, there will be an entertainment by the pupils at the close of the school term. Preparations are already being made for the event.. Prof. J. A. Erhardt, principal of the borough schools, is highly delighted with the work this year. The attendance is good, there being very little sickness reported. The work of the pupils this year is up to a new standard. Source: Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
March 25, 1911 --- NEWS NOTES --- There will be both morning and evening services tomorrow at the First Presbyterian church on Fifth avenue. The elders of the church have secured a good minister to occupy the pulpit, Rev. J. Frank Getty, of Dallas, Va., who is coming here highly recommended. Rev. Getty is an eloquent speaker. Sabbath school at 10:00 a.m., preaching at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Rev. Getty will preside in the Portvue church in the afternoon at 3:30.. Rev. Grant G. Pollock, former pastor of the local M. E. church, but now occupying a field in North Side, Pittsburgh, has left for St. Petersburg, Fla., where he will spend several weeks for the benefit of his health. Rev. Pollock was well known here and made many friends. Mrs. Pollock was here yesterday calling on old acquaintances.. Methodist Episcopal church, Rev. John H. Lancaster, pastor -- Preaching at 10:45 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. by the pastor: morning subject, "God's Great Design in Giving the Bible;" evening subject, "A Cradle Roll Service;" Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., H. I. Deremer, superintendent; Epworth league 6:30, leader Robert Reynolds, subject, "A Good Soldier." Source: Daily News, McKeesport, PA.
May 10, 1911 --- RECEPTION WAS A BIG SUCCESS --- Hundreds Enjoyed Dancing and Card Playing Last Night -- The dance and euchre held last evening in the old church o Eighth avenue under the auspices of the Holy Name society was a grand success, both socially and financially.. The guests which included many out-of-town visitors had a very enjoyable evening. The dancing floor was thronged all evening with merrymakers, while those not participating in this amusement enjoyed themselves at card games. Handsome favors were awarded to winners in the euchre contests. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 10, 1911 --- POPULAR YOUNG PEOPLE UNITED IN MARRIAGE --- Mr. Peter Yocum and Miss Emma Thomas, two prominent residents here, were quietly married this morning at 9:30 in St. Cecilia's church, Rev. Father T. R. Rea perrforming the ceremony. The bride was attired in white carrying pink carnations. Only immediate relatives of the couple were in attendance. After a wedding breakfast served at the home of the bride's parents, the couple left on a short wedding trip. Upon their return they will go to housekeeping on Erie avenue. Mr. Yocum is an employe of the Pittsburg Steel Co. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 10, 1911 --- SUNDAY CLOSING AT POST OFFICE --- A new closing rule will go into effect next Sunday at the local post office. The stamp and general delivery windows will close, but the lobby will be open as usual for the benefit of box holders. Postmaster W. F. Sparks received this permission today from Washington. Mr. Sparks wishes to make it plain that the regular mails will arrive the same as heretofore, and those having boxes can secure mail on Sunday. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 10, 1911 --- MRS. RUSHA'S FUNERAL --- Mrs. Catherine Rusha, aged 51 years, who died Monday evening from a complication of diseases, will be laid to rest tomorrow morning, when services will be conducted in St. Cecilia's church, Rev. T. R. Rea officiating. At a later hour the body will be taken to braddock for interment.. Mrs. Rusha was a lifelong resident here, highly respected and had many friends who regret her death in deep mourning. She is survived by a husband and four sons. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 10, 1911 --- PERSONALS --- P. J. Kelly is serving on the jury this week in common pleas court.. Born -- To Mr and Mrs. Roy Hancock, of Vermont street, a daughter. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 10, 1911 --- (Advertisement) NEW MEAT MARKET OPEN --- I wish to announce to my patrons and friends that I have opened a meat market in addition to my grocery store. Only Peter's home dressed meats handled at all times. -- E.R. RICHARDS (Groceries and Meats) 728 Monongahela Avenue Glassport, Pa. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 13, 1911 --- DR. E. M. DONALDSON LOSES A POCKETBOOK --- Dr. E. M. Donaldson had the misfortune to lose a pocketbook while he was walking along Monongahela avenue between Fifth and Ninth avenues. The pocketbook contained coins valuable papers and a sum of money. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 13, 1911 --- CHURCH NOTES --- Methodist Episcopal church. Rev. J. H. Lancaster, pastor -- Preaching at 10:45 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. by the pastor; morning subject, "How Disciples Are Made;" evening subject, "With christ At Jacob's Wall;" Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., H. I. Deremer, superintendent; Epworth league, 6:45 p.m., subject, "The Evidence of Divine Blessing and Prosperity," Anniversary day, leader, Miss Hazel Pforsich. Wednesday evening service is changed to 7:45. All welcome. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 13, 1911 --- (Advertisement) NEW MOTION PICTURE THEATRE OPENS SATURDAY --- Satrurday the new Garrick theatre, Monongahela avenue and Sixth street will be opened when the patrons motion picture theatres in the borough will have the opportunity of seeing only the best pictures released daily. The Garick is one of the finest theatres of the kind in this end of the state and only the newest and best pictures will be shown. Attend the opening Saturday. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 15, 1911 --- GLASSPORT DEFEATED E. PITTSBURG BOYS --- Glassport had little trouble in defeating the fast East Pittsburg nine Saturday when they were the locals' opponents. The locals could have had more runs only for reckless base running. Luke Minehart was on the rubber for the local boys and he performed in fine shape allowing the visitors but four scratch hits and keeping them well scattered. The fielding of the locals was perfect. Manager Arthur McKenery is endeavoring to secure twilight games to be played this week. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 16, 1911 --- RECEPTION WAS SPLENDID AFFAIR; PRIZE WINNERS --- The annual reception and dance given last evening in the old church building on Eighth avenue under the auspices of the members of the I. C. B. A. society Branch No. 743, of St. Cecilia's church was a very elaborate and grand success.. The auditorium was very nicely decorated with the society colors of gold and white. The attendance was good, guests being from McKeesport, Wilmerding and Clairton. There were 28 tables used for euchre and handsome favors were awarded to the following: Miss Margaret Harbaugh, Miss Jackson, Miss Frederick, Mrs. R. J. Heil, Mrs. Thomas Mulligan, Mrs. William Mayburn, Miss Josephine Suhrie, Miss Helen Suhrie, Mrs. Cross, Miss Margaret Dietz, Mrs. Jacob Harbaugh and Mrs. Joseph Moritz. Gentlemen -- Edward Jackson, Mr. Sheehan, Charles Weisenthal, Alex Dobbins, William Beeler, Frank Irwin and Mr. Kline. Those not participating in the card games enjoyed themselves dancing, for which good music was provided by the Steiner orchestra. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 16, 1911 --- SUNDAY SCHOOL TO HAVE PAYETTE --- The members of the sunday school of the First Methodist Episcopal church will give an entertainment Friday evening in the auditorium of the church when they will produce a playette and have a drill, something entirely new in this vicinity.. The entire school will participate in the event and they have been holding rehearsals for some time of late, getting in shape for the night. C. C. Davis, superintendient of the Sunday school, and John Lathrop, choir director are giving an able hand for the event and predict that this occasion will be one that the citizens have long been waiting for. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 16, 1911 --- Dowden-Felicity --- Tomorrow morning in St. Cecilia's church, Thomas Felicity and Miss Sarah C. Dowden, both of Coal Valley, will be united in marriage by Rev. T. R. Rea. The couple have a wide acquaintance in this borough.. After the ceremony is solemnized, the bride and groom will go to Coal Valley, where a wedding breakfast will be served in the home of the bride's parents. They will go to housekeeping in Coal Valley. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 16, 1911 --- EAGLES GROWING --- Glassport lodge No. 1185, Order of Eagles, held an interesting meeting last evening at its quarters on Monongahela avenue. A number of reports were made and all were approved. The local order is in a flourishing condition. It is said that it is contemplating securing larger quarters. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 18, 1911 --- JOLLY TWELVE CLUB --- The Jolly Twelve cub which has been holding euchre parties at members' homes for some time past, will continue these events for a time at least, as the members and a few invited friends will be entertained this evening at the home of Mrs. Hannan, Seventh and Ohio avenues.. Progressive euchre will be the main diversion of the evening and some very handsome favors will be awarded to winners in the euchre contests, while at the close of the function a delicious luncheon will be served by the hostess. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 18, 1911 --- WILL HAVE GOOD GAME --- Manager Arthur McKenery of the baseball team says a strong attraction has been arranged for Saturday afternoon on the Ninth avenue grounds. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 18, 1911 --- RECEPTION TO PASTOR --- The pastor, Rev. J. H. Lancaster, and wife were tendered a reception last evening in the M. E. church after prayer meeting. The reverend was so suprised that he could hardly respond. Many congratulations were showered on the Rev. and Mrs. Lancaster. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 18, 1911 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Mrs. Agnes Hellier, of Fairmont, W. Va., returned home after spending a few days with her daughter, Mrs. W. Meiser and Mrs. McCord, of this place.. Mrs. foreman and daughter, Miss Jennie, have returned home after spending the past 14 months in San Antonio, Texas, for the benefit of Mrs. Foreman's health. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 19, 1911 --- LOCALS TO PLAY CHARLEROI TEAM --- The baseball fans will have the opportunity of witnessing one of the best games ever played on the local diamond tomorrow, when the local team will cross bats with the fast Charleroi team. The game promises to be a hard-fought struggle, as "Scissors" McIlvane will be on the rubber for the visitors, while Rusha or Jackson will be on the mound for the locals. The game will start promptly at 3:30 and one of the largest crowds of the season is expected. to attend. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 19, 1911 --- Pushing Road Work --- Work on the county road between this borough and Elizabeth is fast getting into shape, but no heavy traffic is allowed on this side of the river. A. Ancorovina & Co., the contractors, hope to have the road completed by July. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 19, 1911 ---Bicycle In Favor --- Bicycles are becoming the rage in the borough this summer. There are more of them here than ever before. The fair sex even spend considerable time spinning on the improved thorouughfares. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 25, 1911 --- PLANNING FOR A STREET CARNIVAL --- The members of the No. 1 fire company, better known as the Citizens' Hose company, will meet tomorrow evening to complete plans for the street carnival to be held here the last week of June. The committee in charge has several good shows in line.. It is predicted by the committee the show will be the best and latest yet. It will be strictly censored. The fire laddies have decided to furnish extra policemen during the week to prevent rowdyism. The "boys" hope to realize a neat sum from the affair. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 25, 1911 --- 40 HOURS DEVOTION WAS WELL ATTENDED --- The Forty Hours' devotion at St. Cecilia's church since Sunday morning came to a close last evening when special services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Father T. R. Rea. The attendance was good. Last evening special procession of children was held. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 25, 1911 --- FREE LECTURE UNDER I.O.O.F. AUSPICES --- Tomorrow evening in the First M. E. church, Mrs. George Wilson, matron of the widows' and orphans' home of Ben Avon, will give free a general review and sketch of the "Open Switch." Mrs. Wilson is an eloquent speaker and no doubt she will be greeted by a large crowd.. The lecture will be under the auspices of Monongahela Valley lodge No. 147 I. O. O. F. and they have exteded many invitations to brother members in surrounding towns. There will be song services, under the direction of Prof. John Lathrop, solo by Mrs. Helen Reed, and Edna Chalfant, and a mixed quartet by John Lathrop, Harry Phesic, Edna Chalfant and Helen Reed. Several members of the Odd Fellows will form a quartet and render several musical selections. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 25, 1911 --- DOUBLE HEADER ON LOCAL DIAMOND --- Manager Arthur McKenery has secured a good attraction for Saturday afternoon when the stron Versailles A. C. will battle with the locals in a doubleheader on the Ninth street grounds. The game promises to be very exciting as the visitors are a strong aggregation, handing defeats this year to such teams as Coal Valley and Duquesne. Jackson and Rusha will be on the mound for the locals, while it is thought Salles and O'Donnell will be the slabmen for the boys of the Yough valley. It is stated several new faces will appear in the locals lineup on Saturday. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 25, 1911 --- NOTED LOCAL SINGER IN PITTSBURG MUSICALE --- Miss Ethel Williams, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Williams, proprietor of the Manhattan hotel on Monongahela avenue, will take an active part in the musicale recital to be held tomorrow evening by the Pennsylvania College for Women in Pittsburg. She will render several vocal solos. She is a singer of much note. She is also a student at the college. A number of invitations have been extended to local people, and no doubt several will attend the event. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 25, 1911 --- PERSONALS --- Mrs. Zeigler of Duquesne, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Elmer Greinert, of 524 Ohio avenue, yesterday.. Mrs. Foreman and daughet, Miss Jane are spending the week with friends and relatives in Bellvue. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 29, 1911 --- CHURCH DEDICATION HAS BEEN POSTPONED --- The handsome ne edifice of St. Cecilia's at the corner of eighth and Ohio avenues which has been open to its members for several months will not be dedicated until fall.. The postponment is thought to enable the church debt to be wiped out. Father Rea states that when the new church is dedicated several prominent priests of the Pittsburg diocese and Philadelphia will be in attendance. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 29, 1911 --- CHURCH MEMBERS ENJOY BANQUET --- The auditorium of the first M. E. church Saturday evening was the scene of an elaborate spread when the Blues were banqueted at the expense of the Whites, as the result of a recent contest between members of the Bible class of the Sunday school for securing more new members.. The blues won out by a single point. The spread was very nice, covers being laid for 100. Before the members assembled in the banquet hall, an entertainment was held in the church parlors where musical selections were rendered and some very pleasing remarks were made by the pastor, Rev. J. H. Lancaster, and c. C. Davis, president of the class.. The members of the Whites are willing to enter in another contest with the Blues. Never before in the history of the church was there so much interest taken as this contest. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 31, 1911 --- SCHOOL PICNIC MAY BE GREATEST EVER GIVEN KIDDIES --- Tomorrow will be a great day for the school children as well as parents when the annual outing will be held at Olympia park.. The picnic promises to be the largest in the history of the borough. The school controllers have made plans to give the scholars the most enjoyable time of their lives. There will be a program of racing, jumping and ball games. Dancing will be enjoyed both afternoon and evening; also a band concert.. The children will assemble at their rooms at 8 o'clock and they will be taken to McKeesport by special cars, and at the car junction, able protection will be taken to prevent any accidents.. The athletic committee has announced the following program for the outing tomorrow: First and second grade -- Girls' 50 yard dash; prize, pair of slippers.. First and second grade -- Boys' 50 yard dash; prize, box of fine candy.. Third and fourth grade -- Girls' 50 yard dash; prize, water set.. Third and fourth grade -- Boys' 50 yard dash; prize, cap.. Fifth and sixth grade -- Girls' 75 yard dash; prize, brooch.. Seventh, eighth and high school --- 100 yard dash for boys; prize, berry set.. Running jump.. Third and fourth grade -- Boys; prize, half sack of flour.. Fifth and sixth grade -- Boys; prize, ball bat.. Seventh and eighth and high school -- Prize, necktie.. Standing Broad Jump.. Third and fourth grade -- Boys; prize, pickles and sauces.. Fifth and sixth grade -- Boys; prize, pair of slippers.. Seventh and eighth grade -- Boys; prize, suspenders.. Hop, Step and Jump.. Third and fourth grade -- Boys; prize, bottle of perfume and box of candy.Fifth and sixth grade -- Boys; prize, baseball shoes and 2 cans of peaches.. Seventh, eighth and high school -- Prize, two cans of pineapples.. Peanut Scramble.. First prize, baseball mask; second prize, box of spaghetti.. Blind Man's Race.. Prizes -- Ball bat and shoes.. Shoe Race.. Sack of flour.. The prizes for the relay races and the marking contests are yet to be named. The program will start promptly at 10 o'clock. In the afternoon there will be ball games between boys of fifth and sixth grades. Afterwards a a game between high school and boys of grade school. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 31, 1911 --- DEEP INTEREST IN OUTING ON WATER --- Already much interest is being taken in the annual boat excursion to be given under the auspices of the congregation of St. Cecilia's church on Monday, August 21. These events are always patronized by large crowds.. This year two trips will be made, the day light trip up the river to Monongahela city and return, while the evening session will be made down the river below Pittsburg, which will give the patrons a chance to see the great steel mills in operation. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 31, 1911 --- RECEPTION AND DANCE BY DIV. 37, A. O. H. --- Division No. 37 of the A. O. H. is making great preparations for the reception and dance to be given under its auspices on Saturday evening, in the old church building on Eighth eavenue. The event promises to be very elaborate and well attended. The money realized will go to the church fund. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
May 31, 1911 --- Quiet Memorial --- The borough had a very quiet day yesterday, being quiet as the only attractions were the ball games at the Ninth street grounds. The majority of mills were in operation yesterday. while those not working took part in Memorial services at McKeesport. A number spent the day in parks. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 2, 1911 --- WEST NEWTON FRIENDS NICELY ENTERTAINED --- The Nearer and Farther Lights society and the Amoma Bible class of the First Baptist church of West Newton were most elegantly entertained at the home of Mrs. William Derflinger, 305 Ohio avenue, Glassport. A special suprise for the guests was a parlor talk given ably by Mrs. (Rev.) DeLarme of McKeesport.. The guests from West Newton were Mrs. P. B. Derflinger, Mrs. C. B. Rouse, Mrs. Andy, Mrs. fleming, Mrs. Gregg, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Shallenberger, Mrs. Louise Budd, Mrs. E. K. Bailey, the Misses Spiegle, Miss sutton, Miss Walter, Niss Davis, Miss Butts, Miss Montgomery, Miss Abbott. Miss Weddle, Mrs. Thomas, of New York; Miss Eva Derflinger, of McKeesport; Miss Sutton, Mrs. Haley, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Thropp, Mrs. Melanephy, Glassport.. After partaking of Mrs. Deremer's appropriate lunches the party departed for West Newton. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 5, 1911 --- GLASSPORT P. O. CLASSIFICATION TO BE CHANGED --- Washington, D. C. June 5 -- The postoffice department announced today that the postoffice at Glassport, Pa., now a second class office will be reduced to a third class office on July 1. The reason for the change is given because of a reduction in receipts last year.. -- It will be a surprise to many people in Glassport. former Burgess W. F. Sparks is now the postmaster. He resigned the office of burgess to accept the appointment of postmaster some three months ago. The former postmaster was Mrs. R. M. Russell. With the change in the classification of the Glassport office the salary of the postmaster will also be reduced and the position of assistant postmaster will be done away with. Postmaster Sparks, when called on the telephone today by a Daily News reporter, declared that he had no statement to make to the public in regard to the causes that led up to the proposed changes. It is said, however, that postoffice inspectors have visited the Glassport office recently and that an investigation in regard to the receipts of the office during the time previous to the entering of Mr. sparks is being made. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 5, 1911 --- WELL KNOWN COUPLE QUIETLY MARRIED --- Thomas Mahoney and Mrs. Annie M. Hall were secretly married in Pittsburg this morning. The wedding was a quiet one, not many friends of the couple being aware of the fact. The couple have a wide acquaintance in the borough. For several years, Mrs. Hall has managed the Hall hotel on allegheny avenue. Mr. Mahoney holds a responsible position with the Pittsburg Steel company here. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 5, 1911 --- FRANTIC ITALIAN FOUND IN RIVER --- An Italian who gave is name as Petro Magrini, who is thought to reside at West Liberty, was found swimming in the Monongahela river just beyond the ax and tool works Sunday morning between the hours of 4 and 5 o'clock by the local police. The police stated that they heard screams coming from the river and when they arrived on the scene they found Magrini almost in the middle of the river shouting.. A skiff was secured and they took the man into custody. He declared the Black Handers were after him.. Several times he wanted to give battle to the officers. He will be examined today. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 5, 1911 --- BALL TEAM'S DANCE --- The Columbia baseball team of this borough held a succesful dance Saturday evening in the old church building. The affair was well patronized and the money realized from the event goes to purchase new uniforms for the team. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 6, 1911 --- PIPE EXPLODES, CAUSES FRIGHT --- An explosion of a huge air pipe in the factory of the United States Glass company yesterday at noon caused some fright. The pipe operates the compressors at the factory. What caused the explosion is unknown.. The only damage done was the shattering of several windows. a majority of workmen were out for lunch.. When the pipe exploded many thought a cyclone had struck the borough. The accident caused a suspension among the compressors yesterday afternoon, but quick repairs were made and the plant is in full operation today. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 6, 1911 --- SCHOOL BOARD IS REORGANIZED --- At the reorganization of the school board last evening Boyd V. Wilson, the well-known contractor of Arch street, Otto, was elected president and J. J. Cochenour, also of the first ward, was elected secretary to succeed Ben F. Jones, not a candidate for re-election.. Prof. J. A. Erhard, principal of the public schools here, was re-elected for another term, he having no opposition. The school controllers are highly pleased with the work of Prof. Erhard, as he has brought the schools up to a splendid condtion. After routine business was transacted the members adjourned to meet on next Monday evening, when a list of teachers will be elected. Matters in regard to making repairs to various buildings will also be brought at the next meeting. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 6, 1911 --- LOCK-UP CELLS WERE ALL FILLED --- The police department is making new records under the administration of burgess J. W. Keim. Yesterday five arrests were made, all cells of the borough lockup being occupied.. The offenders were Patrick Morris and John Carliss, who were picked up yesterday morning close to the round house, all in.When arraigned last evening before Burgess Keim they said they lived in Elizabeth. They were fined $2 and costs, which they paid. David Owens, of Bunola, was arrested at his own request, having too much of a load. He became very nasty before court and demanded to be let go. He was fined $1 and costs or 30 days. Petro Magrini, the Italian who was found wildly swimming in the Monongahela river early Sunday morning, and imagining "Black Handers" was not given a hearing as he is still in bad shape. Another case which was scheduled to come up last evening was that of a railroader, who it is alleged was causing an uproar in the borough yesterday afternoon will be held today. The police deny the report of their finding concealed weapons on him. They stated he had too much in him to remember what he was doing. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 6, 1911 --- PROSPECTS BRIGHTEN IN BIG FACTORIES --- Prospects are for better times. Several departments in the Severance Spike works started up yesterday morning after considerable idleness. It is also stated that business is increasing in the ax and tool works. The hoop and band mill is in full operation and a steady run is being predicted there. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 6, 1911 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Mrs. John Mathias of Erie avenue will sail from New York on June 16 for Europe in company with several McKeesport women, where they will make a tour of foreign towns, visiting their native country, Germany.. Mrs. Thomas Craig of Ohio avenue, has returned home after spending several days with relatives at New Brighton.. George Hassel of Vermont street, moved his family yesterday to Monessen, where he has accepted a good position.. Mrs. William Detman will leave for Coldwater, Kansas, to join her husband who has become a cowboy. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 13, 1911 --- ST. CECILIA TO BE SCENE OF WEDDING --- Tomorrow morning at 7:30 o'clock in St. Cecilia's church will be the scene of a pretty wedding when John W. Connell and Miss Anna W. Sullivan, both of this borough, will be united in marriage by Rev. Father Rea. The nuptials promise to be the most elaborate ever solemnized in the new edifice.. The couple are highly respected here, as for the past five years the prospective bride has been a teacher in the public schools and has a host of friends, while the groom holds a responsible position with the P. & L. E. railroad. The couple will leave immediately after the wedding for a honeymoon trip and upon their return they will go to housekeeping on Vermont street. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 13, 1911 --- ARRANGE FOR FIRST OF BOAT EXCURSIONS --- The Glassport Order of Eagles No. 1185 is making great plans for the boat excursion to be given under its auspices on Wednesday evening, June 21. This event will mark the first boat excursion of the year in this vicinity and no doubt will prove enjoyable and successful. The trip will be made up river to Brownsville and return. Dancing will be one of the main features on the excursion and a good orchestra has been secured to provide the music. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 13, 1911 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Mrs. Andrew Porter, of Ohio avenue, is spending several weeks with relatives and friends at Washington, D. C.. O. T. Beitzen, of Monongahela avenue, will leave this week for Eau Claire, Wis., where he will make his home for the future.. Dr. J. B. Feely, James Brown and Fred Gross returned home Sunday after spending two weeks on a fishing and pleasure trip up in Canada. The trio report spending an enjoyable time.. Glassport Independents will play the Dravosburg Juniors tomorrow evening at the latter place. The game will start at 6 o'clock. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 16, 1911 --- LOCAL BALL CLUB WILL PLAY TURTLE CREEK --- Tomorrow the local baseball team will play the crack Turtle Creek nine at that place. This will be the first meeting of these two teams this season. The Turtle Creek boys have been going at a fast clip of late, defeating all teams opposing them, but the locals hope to break their winning streak. The game will be called at 3:30. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 16, 1911 --- I. O. O. F. MEMORIAL WAS ELABORATE AFFAIR --- The memorial services conducted last evening in Furman's hall by the Monongahela Valley lodge No. 147, I. O. O. F., over the brothers who have died in the past year was very elaborate and well attended.. The hall was decorated with palms and cut flowers. Each deceased one was remembered with a bouquet of flowers. Rev. J. C. Longanecker and Rev. W. H. Kirkland gave a review on memorial work. The music selections were greatly enjoyed also. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 16, 1911 --- NEWS AND PERSONAL NOTES --- The Glassport Loyal Order of Moose will hold a meeting this evening in its quarters on Monongahela avenue. It is urged that all members who can to be present as some very important business may be transacted.. Mrs. Grace Henderson and children, of Ohio avenue, left this morning to spend several days with Mrs. Henderson's mother, Mrs. close, of Meadville, Pa.. Scott Boor and son, Walter, of Vermont street left yesterday for a two weeks' vacation to be spent in Maryland and West virginia.. Mrs. H. B. Hays of Broadway, and sister, Mrs. D. Breenahan, who has been a guest here, left this morning for an extended trip in Ohio. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 19, 1911 --- RECEPTION WAS A BIG SUCCESS --- The reception and dance Saturday evening under the auspicesof the A. O. H. Division 37, in the old church building on Eighth avenue, proved elaborate as well as entertaining to the large number of guests.. Dancing was enjoyed from 7:30 until 11 and the throng was a merry one. The music was provided by the Mendelssohn orchestra. The executive committee, composed of Messrs. Matthew Ward, J. J. McMillan, W. J. Green, J. E. McVey and J. F. McAuliffe worked hard for this event and they received many congratulations for the manner the event was carried out. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 19, 1911 --- EAGLES WILL HAVE ENJOYABLE EXCURSION --- Everything is in readiness by the members of the Glassport Aerie No. 1185, Fraternal Order of Eagles, for the boat excursion to be given Wednesday evening under their auspices. This popular organization has made great plans for this excursion.. The trip will be made to Monongahela City and return, with stops at McKeesport, Clairton and Wilson. It is believed one of the largest and merriest crowds of the season will participate in the event. This will be the first boat excursion to be held in this vicinity this year. The music for the dancing will be of the best. Refreshments will be served on the boat.. A meeting of the aerie will be held this evening when plans will be completed for the affair. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 19, 1911 --- CHILDREN'S DAY WAS OBSERVED --- The Children's Day exercises held yesterday evening in the First Methodist Episcopal church on Ohio avenue by the Sunday school, were elaborate. Every number of the program of music, recitations and speeches was enjoyably received. The church was nicely decorated for the service. The attendance was large. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 27, 1911 --- YOUNG PEOPLE TO BE WED AT ST. CECILIA --- One of the leading weddings of the year will be the one tomorrow at 8:30 in St. Cecilia's church, when Matthew S. Ward, of New England, and Miss Agnes B. Gibbons, of Coal Valley, will be united by Rev. Father T. R. Rea.. The couple are very popular in the borough, having a wide acquaintance among society circles. They are both members of the church and the groom is a member of the church committee, A. O. H. and local Aerie of Eagles.. After the wedding, the couple will go to Coal Valley where a wedding breakfast will be served at the home of the bride's parents. Immediately afterwards they will leave on a trip. Upon their return they will go to housekeeping in New England where Mr. Ward is connected with the Pittsburg Coal company. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 27, 1911 --- WILL WITNESS THE GRADUATION EXERCISES --- The borough has the honor of having three graduates from the Indiana State Normal school this year, Miss Marie Lapsley, Miss Mildred Davis and Miss Margaret Redmond all popular among the younger set.. Commencement exercises will be held in that institution tomorrow morning and relatives and friends of the young ladies will attend. Among those who left yesterday afternoonwere Mr. and Mrs. D. V. Lapsley, Mrs. John Lapsley and daughter, Helen, and Mrs. T. A. Lapsley, all of Ohio avenue. Others will leave this evening. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 27, 1911 --- LAWN FETE PROVED VERY SUCCESSFUL ONE --- The lawn fete given last evening on the vacant lot on Monongahela avenue between Fifth and sixth streets under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid society of St. John's Lutheran church was a grand success, both financially and socially.. The lawn was well illuminated by lanterns and colors, which made a nice appearance. Rev. Geyer Guss, the new pastor, made many new friends. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
June 27, 1911 --- BIG OUTING BY GLASSPORT MERCHANTS --- The transportation committee reports that arrangements have been completed for the third annual outing of the merchants to be held August 3 at Rock Springs park, Chester, W. Va., which is the finest park in this part of the country.. A special train will leave Dravosburg at 7:30 a.m., eastern time and leave the park at 8 p.m., eastern time. Ample street car service has been provided for to take care of the picnickers. both going and coming home. A large crowd is expected and a good time is assured. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 28, 1911 --- ROBBERY REPORTED --- A bold robbery occured in the borough which is thought to have been done last night, when some unknown party or parties broke into the carpenter shop of Lapsley Bros., the contractors on Allegheny avenue and got away with tools valued at $200. Entrance was gained by the thieves breaking the staples on the sliding door.. Considerable other damage was done in the building as a number of costly pieces of woodwork had been destroyed. Alfred Lapsley a member of the firm stated this morning he thought the robbery occured last night, as he was in the office Saturday eveninglate. The police department was notified and Chief of Police William Smith and his men were working on the case. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 28, 1911 --- BUILDING BOOM --- The borough at present is having a little building boom, as there are at least ten new houses going up in the borough and it is thought before cold weather sets in many more houses will be erected. The two local contracting firms, Glassport Lumber company and the Lapsley Bros. reported business fast progressing in the valley. . Among the new houses being erected are, two six room houses on Vermont avenue for A. D. Russell, 5 room house on Broadway street for Mrs. J. Gross, a double house of 5 rooms each at the corner of Ohio and Fifth streets for John Schwerha. The new addition of the glass house which will be used as a storage house is almost completed. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 28, 1911 --- WANT SERIES HERE --- The members of the local baseball team as well as fans are hot after a series with either Dravosburg or Duquesne aimes to settle the dispute among the teams of the valley who lay claim to the ametuer championship of the valley The local team are willing to play any team in the valley who alleges that Glassport has no reason for the honors and if they will not engage a series, they will play for purse named by them. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 28, 1911 --- MACCABEES MEET --- At a well attended meeting of the Ladies of the Maccabees No. 235 held last Friday evening in Furman hall, it was decided to hold a special function in the near future. The affair will be an entertainment and reception for the members and friends. The exact date will be announced shortly. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 28, 1911 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Glassport aerie No. 1186, Fraternal Order of Eagles, will meet at its quarters on Monongahela avenue. Business of importance will be transacted after which several new members will be admitted.. Rev. H. R. Hays of the state of Michigan arrived at the borough this morning., where he will spend several weeks with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Haynes of Broadway street.. Miss Mary McNulty of this place is spending two weeks with relatives in Uniontown,, Charles S. Morter of Washington, D. C., who spent this past week with his sister, Mrs. H. C. Lechmann of Ohio avenue, departed Saturday for Lorain, O. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 19, 1911 --- MILLS ALL WORKING --- The borough is at last having good times -- that is, that prosperity has finally hit the borough. All the local mills and factories are running in good order and it is hoped this will continue.. The Pittsburg steel foundry started up this week in more operation than the plant has seen for some time past. In an interview with G. A. Hassel, general superintendent of the plant, he stated that business has been very slack of late, but is fast picking up, alreadyhaving many orders on the books.. Business at the local division of the P. & L. E. railroad is booming One well-known citizenstated that it can easily be seen that business is increasing on the railroad by the throng of new faces on the street. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 19, 1911 --- MACCABEES OUTING --- A number of the local members of the Ladies of the Maccabees will attend the outing and field day of the order which will be held next Wednesday at West View park, Pittsburg. The affair will be given under the auspices of the order from all over the county. The majority of the local members will no doubt go with the McKeesport delegation as special cars will carry the throng from there. A great time is assured to all who attend. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 19, 1911 --- CHURCH NOTES --- First M. E. church, Rev. J. H. Lancaster, pastor -- Preaching at 10:45. Sunday school at 9:30. H. J. Deremer superintendent. Epsworth league meeting at 6:45, Miss Anna Snyder, leader, subject "Sympathetic Service." Preaching at 7:45, topic, "The Well Being of the Righteous.". United Evangelical church, Seventh and Vermont streets -- Sabbath school at 9:45 preaching and communion services at 10:45, evening services at 7:30. There will be services held this evening at the church and will be in charge of Rev. A. J. Bird of Somerset. Rev. Bird will also preside at services tomorrow. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 19, 1911 --- OUT FOR JUSTICE OF PEACE --- Thomas Corcoran, one of the borough's well known citizens announces himself as candidate for the office of justice of peace. He states he is clear from any of the factions and staunch independent. At the election in November two justice of peace are to be elected and the present office holders are George W. Coursin and Patrick J. Kelly are out for re-election. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 19, 1911 --- NOTES AND PERSONALS --- Mrs. J. K. Evans of Broadway, is entertaining Miss Ruth Shallenberger of Vanderbilt and Bert Evans of Fayette county today.. Miss Margaret Thropp, the efficient telephone chief here, is enjoying her vacation with friends at Jeannette.. Mrs. S. M. Goslee and daughter, Marguerite and Miss Margaret Woy have returned home after spending a few days in Westmoreland county.. Mrs. R. C. Bradshaw, Mrs. S. Steiner and Miss Dora Downing are among the dippers at Atlantic City.. Mrs. Mary Shepard of Ohio avenue, is entertaining Mr. Shepard's mother of Wilkinsburg today.. Arthur McKenery and Harry Deits left this morning for a two weeks' vacation to be spent at Atlantic City and New York.. P. Kelly of Hotel Grand, presumably will soon possess an auto, as now he is having a garage fitted up in the Gross building on Allegheny avenue. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
August 22, 1911 --- FINE BOAT TRIP ON THE RIVER --- One of the leading events of the season was given yesterday when the annual boat excursion of the congregation of St. Cecilia's R. C. church was held. There were two trips made on the large Sunshine boat which was engaged for the entire day.. The daylight trip was made upriver in Monessen and return. The party on this trip was principally made up of the younger set of the parish and one of the most gloriuos time that could be had was spent by the throng of merrymakers. There were over 500 on this trip.. The second trip in the evening was made downriver to Hazelwood and return. The evening trip was marked by the largest crowd ever attending an event of its kind held by local people. There were over 700 people aboard the boat when they left McKeesport wharf at 7:45. The best of order was maintained on both trips. Rev. Father T. R. Rae was in charge of both trips and he feels highly pleased over the success of the affair, the only thing he regrets there was not a sufficient supply of eatables on the evening trip. Not even one accident occurred on either trip., which is remarkable, that there were many children participated in the affair. The events were attended by several hudred McKeesporters and other surrounding townsmen. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 2, 1911 --- CHARGED WITH TAKING MONEY --- Glassport Man Suddenly Disappears and $485 Is Also Gone -- BELIEVED TO BE ON WAY TO OLD COUNTRY -- John Sieroski, a Glassport foreigner, is being sought by the police of this city as well as authorities in several other places, on a charge of stealing $485 from a sister-in-law who resides in that borough.. It is stated that the alleged theft was committed on Thursday evening, the money being taken from the woman's bedroom. Sieroski is believed to have departed for the old country, as he cannot be found in this vicinity.. The supposed robbery was reported to the local police department yesterday morning. A description of the man was furnished, but he could not be located.. Sergt. Harry C. Cooper was informed that the foreigner had stated his intentions of going to New York and the officer hurried to the B&O station. He found that the express left about 10 minutes beforehand, but from the ticket agent received information that a man answering the description of the foreigner had purchased a ticket for New York.. The officer then communicated with the authorities at Connelsville. The train was searched when it arrived there, but the wanted man was not found. His description has been sent to many other places, but he hasn't been apprehended. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1911 --- BASKETBALL FOLKS TO HOLD LAWN FETE --- A lawn fete will be held tomorrow evening on the well arranged lawn. corner of Fifth and Monongahela avenues, under the auspices of the Glassport Basketball association.. The affair will be in charge of a committee appointed by the association, who will endeavor to make the event a success socially as well as financially, and an invitation is to be extended to the general public to attend. Ice cream, cake, candy, sandwiches and other good things will be served. The proceeds will be applied to the purchase of new uniforms for the coming winter. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1911 --- BUSINESS MEN TO MEET TONIGHT --- A special meeting of the Glassport Business Men's association will be held this evening at 8 o'clock in the municipal building, Fifth and Monongahela avenues. It is urged that all members be present, as much important business matters will be transacted. At this meeting tonight a settlement of all bills will be made contracted for the annual outing of the association held last month at Rock Springs park. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1911 --- Football Players Getting a Move On --- The football players of the borough are more active than in previous years. A light practice was held last evening and it was suprising to see so many candidates out. The borough this year will have two fast elevens on the gridiron, one in the 130-140 class and the other in the 110 class. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1911 --- WEDDED IN PITTSBURG --- Charles Silis of this borough, and Miss Mary E. Pullin, of Camden were married this morning in Pittsburg. The couple have wide acquaintance. The groom is employed by the hoop and band mill. They will reside here. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1911 --- JOLLY TWELVE EUCHRE CLUB --- The members of the Jolly Twelve Euchre club were entertained last evening in the home of Mrs. B. Steiner, in Monongahela avenue, where a pleasant evening was had by all who attended the event. Progressive euchre was the principal diversion of the evening and favors were awarded to Mesdames Charles Phillips, Thomas craig and Mrs. T. McGovern. A dainty luncheon ended the occasion.Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1911 --- A dance will be held at the skating rink tomorrow, Saturday, September 9, by S. Bert. The floor will be in good condition. Music by Shubert orchestra. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 8, 1911 --- OFFICIAL - GLASSPORT - PROPOSALS --- Sealed proposals will be received by the borough clerkof Glassport in council chamber at 7:30 p.m. on September 11 for the laying of 250 square yards more or less of vitrified brick sidewalk and 250 yards more or less of concrete sidewalk, layed on 18 inches of ashes well rammed to the satisfaction of the chairman of the street committee and the borough engineer.. All bids to be accompanied by certified chack of $100,000, payable to the borough of Glassport. M.E. RANDALL Borough Clerk. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1911 --- POLITICS IN A REAL LIVE BOROUGH --- Prospect of Lively Doings During the Next Two Months -- Does Judge L. L. Davis decision on the McKeesport ripper act affect the borough offices? It is the topic of every street in this busy borough today. Many citizens think that the borough officials are affected as well as those in the Tube City. In an interview Burgess J. W. Keim said this morning that it looks to him as if all the present officials will be ripped out of office. When asked what action he was going to take in regard to the ripper, he said he has already been nominated for council in the First ward and filed papers with county commissioners on Saturday.. The election this year promises to be the livliest the borough has had for many years, and the number of candidates running for office will far excell any at previous elections. A hard struggle for burgess is being looked for, as two candidates are already in the field to succeed Burgess Keim. They are M. A. Smith, foreman of the round house and A. E. Lapsley, a member of the well-known contracting firm. Both filed their papers on Saturday. One of the warm fights will be for justice of the peace. There will be two electe and there are at least eight candidates in the field as follows: George W. Coursin, P.J. Kelley, J.C.Bottomley, Thomas Corcoran, Edward Smith, Michael Daerr and George Nichols. There will also be seven school controllers to elect at this fall election with the same number of councilmen. Among those who filed papers on Saturday are: First ward, R. B. Vincent, J. W. Keim; Second ward, Jacob Harbaugh, Charles Jack (long term), Thomas Copeland, Third ward, Charles Phillips, M. J. Murray and Evan R. Richards. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1911 --- Epworth League Addressed By Dr. Ross --- At the First M.E. church last evening the Epworth league services were in charge of T. R. Ross, president of the society. A well prepared program was received with much delight by all in attendance. The services were attended by a large crowd, including many from McKeesport. The program rendered was as follows: Opening hymn, No.4, league and congregation. Prayer, Rev. J. H. Lancaster. Song, by the league. Scripture lesson read by the pastor. Duet, John Lanthrop and Miss Edna Chalfant. Address, David Cooley, of the Coursin Street Church league, and an officer of the McKeesport district board. Duet, by H.I.Roberts and Mrs. C. Carter. Brief history of the league, by T.R. Ross, president. Song, by the league. Short address by the pastor. Duet H.I. Dermer and Miss Phillips. Collection for the church. Closing song by the league. Doxology by congregation, followed by benediction. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1911 --- BASKETBALL BOYS MAKE GOOD --- The lawn fete given Saturday evening on the large lawn corner of Fifth and Monongahela avenues under the auspices of the Glassport basketball association proved to be successful both socially and financially.. The lawn was tastefully decorated with the team's colors of blue and white and Japanese lanterns, which gave it a fine appearance. The "boys" catered to a large crowd, disposing of much ice cream, cake, candy and sandwiches. The proceeds realized from the affair goes to the benefit of the team to purchase new uniforms for this season. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1911 --- RADEN'S NEW STORE --- I. A. Raden, one of the borough's most promising businessmen opened his new store at 627 Monongahela avenue Saturday with a complete line of women's and misses' apparel. The new store makes a grand appearance and is a credit to the borough. The grand opening will take place Friday to which the general public is invited to attend and inspect the line of goods handled by Mr. Raden. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1911 --- BUSINESSMEN MEET --- The Glassport Bussiness Men's association held an important business session last Friday evening in the municipal building when a settlement of bills for the outing held by the association last month.. The meeting was well attended. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1911 --- RINK PUT IN FINE SHAPE --- A large and happy crowd attended the opening dance of Samuel Bert held last Saturday evening in the skating rink. The rink has undergone many improvements and the floor wax was in fine shape and the best of music was furnished. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 11, 1911 --- LOSES FIRST GAME OF SERIES --- The local baseball team lost the first of the series to Dravosburg Saturday in one of the best games played here this season. Further details will be found on the sporting page. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 14, 1911 --- GLEE CLUB TO HOLD SERIES OF DANCES --- The Glee club of this place, which is composed of a number of well-known and popular young men, held a meeting last night and much business of importance was transacted.. The treasurer's report showed the club to be in the best condition, financially, of its existence. Two applications for membership were voted on, and a committee was appointed to make arrangements to hold a series of dances and entertainments this fall and winter.. The committee was instructed to arrange for the first dance at the earliest possible date as their friends anxiously await it. The committee that will have charge of the dances is composed of Messrs. R. Gibson, C. Rankin, F. Serena, E. Richardson, W. Rankin and E. Richards. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 14, 1911 --- JOLLY TWELVE EUCRE TONIGHT --- The Jolly Twelve Eucre club, which is proving to be one of the borough's most popular organizations will hold its weekly eucre this evening at the home of Mrs. George Thorton, in Michigan avenue.. The hostess will be assisted by several ladies of the club in entertaining and an enjoyable time is anticipated to all who attend the affair. Favors will be awarded and luncheon served. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 14, 1911 --- BASEBALL BUZZ --- Manager McKenery and his aggregation of ball players are not in the least down-hearted over the defeat given them last Saturday in the first game of a series between the locals and Dravosburg, for a purse and the championship of the valley. The second game of the series will be played Saturday at Dravosburg and this borough will be represented by rooters to encourage the boys along. The slabman for the locals on Saturday will be Chuck Rushe or Dunlay. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 14, 1911 --- ODD FELLOWS ELECTION --- Monongahela lodge No. 147, Pride of the Valley, I.O.O.F. will meet this evening in Furman's hall on Sixth street. The meeting will be important and all members are requested to be present. Officers for October will be nominated and a social session and general good time will be had. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 14, 1911 --- BASKETBALL RECEPTION --- The third annual reception of the Glassport basketball competition will be held Saturday evening in St. Cecilia school hall, Eighth avenue. The committee in charge has made great preparation for the affair and a good time is assured to all who attend. Good music will be provided for dancing. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 19, 1911 --- SCHOOLS CROWDED AND STILL GROWING --- High School Had to be Shifted and More Room Is Needed -- The public schools in the borough show a large increase this year over last year's enrollment, there being over 1,000 scholars attending school, which is a nice gain over last term, when there were nearly 900 enrolled.. The increase in the grade rooms has crowded the high school from the Second ward building, it being necessary to transfer the high school to the first ward building in Otto, where there is sufficient room. Two teachers have been added, making in all 36 teachers. The new ones, who took up their duties yesterday, are Miss Margaret Dauble, of Otto, teacher in the commercial department of the high school, and Miss Anna Hillstrom, of McKeesport, a grade teacher in the Second ward school. Miss Dauble will also assist Prof. Erhard in office work.. Prof. J. A. Erhard, principal of the borough schools, said this morning that the increase in the number of pupils was a surprise to him and the directors. At present, there are 1,050 pupils enrolled and it is thought that the number will be increased significantly in a month or so, as a number of beginners are now out with sore arms. A large number of beginners will start at the holidays.. The main question at present is, Will the borough schools have sufficient room after the holidays for scholars? It is the opinion of many that more room will will have to be had to enable all to attend school this term. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 19, 1911 --- NOTES OF SOCIAL EVENTS --- The dance held last Saturday evening by the Glassport Basketball association in the St. Cecilia's auditorium on Eighth street was a successful affair, both socially and financially. The large auditorium was thronged with merrymakers all evening, where an enjoyable evening was spent. The hours were from 8 till 11:30 and music was provided by the Mendelssohn orchestra.. The management of the local rink is endeavoring to arrange a match with Young Perlstein of this borough and Chris Naser, formerly of this place but now of Pittsburg, in a five mile foot race. No doubt if a race of this kind would be conducted a large crowd would turn-out and root for their favorites.. The Epsworth league of the First M. E. Church of this place is contemplating holding a social function in the neaqr future. Further details and exact dates will be announced later. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 19, 1911 --- DANCE AND EUCHRE SATURDAY EVENING --- Arrangements Made That Will Make the Event a Dual Success -- What promises to be one of the leading events of its kind this year will be conducted next Saturday evening, when a benefit dance and euchre will be held in the school auditorium of St. Cecilia's church on Eighth avenue. The proceeds realized on the occasion will be for the benefit of James Boley.. It is hoped that the affair will be attended by one of the largest crowds that ever attended a similar event. A handsome stand cover which was donated by Mrs. George Krumenaker will be disposed of and the money turned over to Mr. Boley.. The committee in charge is making great preparations for the event, leaving nothing undone to make it a success socially as well as financially. The officers and committees are as follows: Chairman, James Lucot; George Krumenaker, treasurer; announcer and distributor of prizes , James Lucot; door committee, William Buehler, George Cross, James Doran and W. M. Green; cloak room, Joseph Wolfe and John Wolfe; floor committee, George Krumenaker, James Caffrey and William Dugan; refreshment stand, Miss Mary Wolfe, Miss Margaret Harbaugh and Mrs. William Schnupp; punchers, Mrs. George Cross, Mrs. James Doran Miss Lizzie Rommell, Miss Clementine Wolf and Mrs. Bertha Dietz. The Mendelssohn orchestra will furnish music for dancing. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 21, 1911 --- BLESS YOU, MY CHILDREN --- A wedding of much interest was solemnized in the borough on Tuesday afternoon when Miss Elizabeth Eicher, of this place and Russell Bissett, of Washington, Pa., were united in marriage by Squire George W. Coursin at his office. The couple attracted much attention, owing to their tender age, the groom being 16 and the bride 14 years of age.. The couple are well known here. The groom is employed in the local glass factory and the bride makes her home with her aunt, Mrs. Olive Hall, Delaware and Ninth streets. The young folks had a courtship of but seven months during the time the groom has been employed here. They will reside here. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 21, 1911 --- EPSWORTH LEAGUE WILL GIVE SHOW --- The Epsworth league of the First M.E. church of this place will hold an entertainment on Friday evening, Sept, 29, in the church, corner Fifth and Ohio streets. A program is being arranged for the event that will consist of comical playlets, musical selections and readings.. The characters will be all local talent and they have been preparing for the event for some time. The auditorium of the church where the affair will be conducted will be nicely decorated for this event. Tickets are now on sale and are going at a fast clip, which is an assurance that the affair will be well attended. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 21, 1911 --- ODD FELLOWS MEET TONIGHT --- An important business meeting of the Monongahela Valley lodge, No. 147, I.O.O.F. will be held this evening in the hall, Furman building in Sixth street. The principal matters tonight will be nomination of officers for October. There are an N. G., V. G., secretary, treasurer, representative and one trustee to be nominated. It is urged that all members be present. Source: McKeesport Daily News.
September 23, 1911 --- FAREWELL SERMON AT U.E. CHURCH --- There will be services in the United Evangelical Church, Seventh street and Vermont avenue, Glassport, tomorrow as follows: Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; preaching 10:45 a.m. by the pastor, Rev. C. W. Fowkes; Pentecostal meeting 6:30 p,m,; preaching by the Rev. C. W. Fowkes, who will deliver his farewell sermon, as he goes to another charge. Seats free; everybody welcome.