16 THE PITTSBURG- DISPATCH, , SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1891. A FORGOTTEN GRATE, Which by the Deceased's Will Was to lie Eept Forever Green. -NKW ADVERTISEMENTS. THE TOMB OF MONSIEUR EOUATJD, A Frenchman Identified With the Early Eistorj of Pittslnrg. COKTEOLLES 1I0EE0WS EXPLANATION . . - . - - ------ - g - . . , , , wr,v, ArY s- f w v!k1tikArvJA f ITVIB-JB 1' JWnKi1 .iJfcv if N. rSSC fr j 1 a J -J Vt.-L V rim,. TNliwr r VU" Jm I yml I r m I WW W VIIT rlfv -a -x I WA i y 1 121 4 The complaint has again beea made that the grass is not kept preen on Monsieur Eouaud's grave on the Tustin estate, Soho, near Fifth avenne, and that the monument marking the mound, is in n dilapidated condition although Eonand left in his will funds ample to secure the perpetual care of the same. But as is generally the case in most American graveyards after 3 lapse of half a century, even where families remain In the vicinity of their ancestors ashes, the mad rush of events has greatly obliterated recollection. Some people had gotten the idea in some ray or other that City Controller Morrow was under some sort of obligation to see that the tomb of the eccentric Frenchman was kept in repair, bnt such is not the case, though Mr. Morrow will have it put to rights to comfort a member of the Tustin family, who felt an obligation in this re spect. A fharnctor of Old Plttrtarg. While it is a matter of small consequence In the aggregate of human affairs, and pos sibly Mons Bouaud now smiles in the spin, world whenever he thinks of the burden he laid on the conscience of James Tustin, yet a brief resume of some of the incidents in the Frenchman's life is interesting as bring ing up in ghostly panorama old Pittsburg, as reallv the present citv dates from I860. Though Claire Ainii Fidelle de Rouaud died 4S years ago, there are some of our citizens who still remember bim, among them Attorney John J. Mitchek " Eouaud kept a drrgoo'dj store on Market street, near where Holmes & Sons' bank stands. It would also arjpear from references to several thousand barrels of whisky appear ing from time to time in the executors' re ports of progress in settling the estate, that his stake in the ardent spirit business was considerable. Though a bachelor aud almost a recluse, Rouaud was a jolly old soul, and in addi tion to a powerful love for his dogs, had formed strong attachments for some of his companions, such as the Dennys, and par ticularly for James Tustin, who was affec tionately charged with the care of his friend's" clay and given the guardianship of his docs, not only during their minoritv, but for the term of their natural lives. The Frenchman had the reputation of keeping in stock the finest lot ot silks and other elegant goods to be found in the city, but a visitor to his store would only see them by accident, unless he went to purchase, as they were kept wrapped close ly and hidden away in boxes to keep them from dust, and the care of them formed the chief occupation of Rouaud. In order not to smoke them he did his cooking in a char coal brazier on the pavement, as he always boarded himself. A Large Estate for That Day. He left a rather larce estate, for that day. The executors' account shows it to have been nearly 550,000 and Rouaud was evi dentlv a philanthropist, though extreme prohibitionists mieht be disposed to ques tion this phase of his character. In that day public opinion had not developed the opposition that is now found to the traffio in ardent spirits. Rouaud, by his will, gave a dravman, Michael McCluskv, to whom be was greatly attached, 1,800 arpents of land in Missouri, something over 2,000 acres. A daughter of McCluskv subsequently married the late Major Evan, of Mc Keesport. Eouaud also gave 5250 each to some servants, among these Louis Lise and S. Maher May, in ad dition to their wages. "lie gave to James Tustin by the original will 51,000 for the care of his.the testator's, dogs; 51,500 to provide for funeral expenses, mon ument, etc., and these bequest'" were subse quently enlarged bv various codicils to the will. He also bought his graveyard in fee simple from Tustin. The testator enlarged the bequsst to his friend. Tustin so as to make the care of the grave and monument a perpetual charge on the Tustin estate. He stated that he had no doubt that Tustin would carry out the provisions, but ex pressed a doubt that his descendants would feel the obligation of friendship that be would. The ruth of modern events has frustrated the testator's desicn. The will provides that 5500 were to defray the expenses ol a trip to France by one of the executors for the purpose cf ascertaining whether the testator s brother, Pierre Marie Eouaud, were still alive at that time, 1813. If Pierre eta, were still alive he was to re ceive the residue of the estate, which con stituted the bulk of it, save some minor be quests; if not aljve, it was to be devoted to the founding of a hospital in Nantes, the natie place of the testator, the hospital to be maintained for the benefit of the poor of that arrondisseraent. The executors named were Harman Denny, William H. Denny tnd Charles A. Bradford, and their final account rendered to the Orphans Court shows that they performed their duties to the letter. An Explanation From Morrow. Controller Morrow's explanation of the cause of neglect in keeping Eouaud's tomb In order is lucid enough for all purposes. The property has been t ice sold at sheriff's sale. The first purchaser was a man named Lyon, who attempted to obliterate all i traces of the tomb by having a street run through which would "have gone over the grave lot, but he was prevented, all the sales uy the xustm lamuy expressly reserv ing the same. At the second sheriff's tale, along about 1878, the property was pur chased by Mr. "Warden, ot Warden, Oxnard & Co., and accordingly there is no ono either legally or morally obligated to care for Mons. Eouaud's dust. Keviving recollections of Eouaud reminds Mr. Mitchel that in the e .rly days of Pitts burg its F. F.'s were as proud of their blood and lineage as any bluegrass proprietor of Kentucky, or Castillian grandee of the last four centuries. These old Pittsburgers in ere great men mentally, and their pride supported them and made them appear to advantage under the most adverse circum stances. Most of thi.m had taken part either in the War of the Eevolution or that of 1812-14, and they had thus the advantage that such participation in the affairs of a nation always gives. They wore their gar ments for a lorger time than do the wealthy of the present day, but they wore the very best cloth that the world could produce and cost prices that would appear almost fabu lous to-dav. TnE place to buy diamonds, watches, jewelry, silverware, clocks, bronzes, etc., is at M. G.Cohen's, 3C Fifth avene. You will find the largest and best selected stock in the city. All first-class goods and no lancy prices. Call and examine our stock and prices. Don't forget the place is at M. G. Cohen's, 36 Fifth avenue. NOVELTIES Iu Silver Bracelets, Hair pins. Buckles, Vinaigrettes, Chains, Whistles, Match safes. Bon boas, Gloe menders, Suuft boxes, Puff boxes, Purses, Cicar cases, Soap boxes. Stamp boxes, Toilet boxes. Glove boxes, Handkerchief boxes, and many other nick-nocks, at the jewelry house of Henry Terheydea. No. 530 Smith field street Open in the evening. f!i n fF ir'ir'iif""-'' iir""- HOLIDAY SLIPPERS 9BHpHs A large and elegant line of Holiday Slippers for Ladies and Gentlemen, in fancy embroidered velvet, plain leather and alligator, $i to 3. l RECEPTIONS MANICURE SETS, WORK BOXES, &c. An immense as sortment in new and attractive styles, 49c to $7 Trimmings are in silver, celluloid, eta 1 I'ilV II HvhT0 Vv vy"VwTn,stlTH iw f ! "1 '"r 7 n 0'J srW f99 -. ALBU 1 W Mil I P : w 1 K Is WttVJ (3 1 WMMkmSmm I 1 fMfMW $ MS WILL COMMENCE TO-MOEEO"W And for three days SANTA CLAUS' will cut high jinks in our Big Auditorium. TO-MORROW, TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY, Of this week, each day from 9 a. m. to 1 2 noon, from 2 to 5:30 p. m., and from 7 to 8:30 each evening, PEOF. GVS. A. WUEZELL ' Will also give his unique and inimitable exhibition of PUNCH AND JUDY. Come and enjoy the fun, listen to the music, see the fine decora tions, and feast your eyes on the splendid presents which Santa Claus will present to the orphans in the various Homes and Asylums and Hospitals on Christmas morning. Children are most welcome, but they must be accompanied by adults. Each child will be presented with a box of candy free. UMBRELLAS. To properly appreciate the beauty of our stock you must see it Nothing like it is to be found in Pittsburg. Our prices are even more attractive than the goods. They range from 74c for a Gloria Silk to the finest Parisian Silk with inlaid pearl handle at $20. HOLIDAY NECKWEAR. , G.orgeous colorings, unique patterns, striking effects, newest styles and low prices go to make our line the best in the city. Puffs, Tecks and Four-in-Hands 24c to $1.74. G-IjO For every use and occasion. Gloves for full dress, gloves lor street wear, gloves for pro tection and warmth and gloves for good, hard service. FROM 21c TO 1.2.50 Fur Gloves and Gauntlets from $2 to $10. VES! POCKETBOOKS! We are showing a splendid assortment of our own importa tion of the famous Posen make of leather albums. PRIGES $2 TO $6. PLUSH ALBUMS In all the newest shapes and latest colorings, 99c TO $4. CHRISTMAS MORNING SANTA CLAUS will start out on his TENTH GRAND ANNUAL TOUR OF THE ORPHAN ASYLUMS OF PITTSBURG AND ALLEGHENY. Appended are the two routes, and the times at which the vari ous institutions will" be reached: SEAL CAPS. One-piece Alaska Seal Caps 5 ta $9. Pieced Seal 1 2.49. Complete line of Children's Hats and Caps, suitable for Holiday Gifts. IM.,"L'i;M.Uti,.4l'.'il7'y4VWJi" In Seal, Alligator, Russian, Goat and Grain Leather, sil ver trimmed or plain, 49c TO $3.50 ALLEGHENY DIVISION: Eidge Avenne Orphan Asrlnm 9:30 a. m. Colored Orphans' Home, Greenwood Avenue, 10:30 a. m. Woman's Christian Home, Locust street, 11:30 a. m. United Presbyterian Orphans' Home, Monterey at., 12:30 p. m. Allegheny Day Nursery, North ave. and Federal St., 1:30 p. m. Allegheny Day Nursery, 51 North Diamond street, 1:30 p. m. Allegheny General Hospital. Stockton avenue, 2:30 p. m. Protestant lovs Home, Anderson street, 3 p. ra. Home of the Friendless, Washington street, 3:30 p. m. Little Sisters of the Poor, Washington street, 3:30 p. m. Home of the Good Shepherd, Troy Hill," 5:30 p. m. St Joseph's Orphan Asylum, Troy Hill, 6:30 p. m. PITTSBURG DIVISION: St. Michael's Orphan Asylum, South Side, 11:30 p. m. Homeopathic Hospital. Second avenue, 12:30 p. m. Children's Temporary Home, Washington street, 1:30 p. m. St Paul's Orphan Aaylnm, Tanuehill street, 2 p. m. West Penn Hospital, I p. tn. Episcopal Church Home, Fortieth street, B p. m. Little Sisters of the Poor, Bloomfield, Cp.ro. German Protestant Orphans' Asylum, West Liberty Borough Presents taken to Sixth ave. and SmithfieliTst Children's Aid Society Presents taken to Dispensary Build ing, Sixth avenue. East End Dispensary, De Soto street, East End. ' SILK HANDKERCHIEFS & MUFFLERS Plain White Silk Handkerchiefs, 39c to $1.24. Initial Japanese Silk Handkerchiefs, 49c to 99a Silk Mufflers white, cream and fancy colors, 49c to $4.50! SMOKING JACKETS. Pictures of luxury. Finest of imported cloth, with ele gant silk linings, made with silk frogs, corded or piped edges, in all the newest shades, including a full line, of bro caded silk and Pdrsian effects. $5 TO $20. Our Store is Now Open Each Evening UNTIL CHRISTMAS Until 8:30. I hH I f HI HD I lilsB Mi iBT Biflvv Kt fnik?a kw llfl U I I Ba II II Wr? Xw Iwft H v .'H . &ca,!S '-&' jfefrjWa .Sflfr,. r, ,lmb.:Mii.M-fUlHftcM . .-t. . jwMtSsAiMH
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