THE PITTSBURO- DISPATCH. TtJESDAT, JULY 5, 189a
works outside of that furnished by the city.
On the whole the celebration was more of a
success than had ever been anticipated.
THE EAGLE SCREAMED.
Immense Crowds Congregate to Linen to
the Eloquent entrances of the Orators
or the Say Major TV. C Moreland
Introduce the Speakers.
An old-fashioned Fourth of July celebra
tion would be sadly out of joint unless
somebody plucked a few feathers from the
tail of the American eagle, just to hear the
Tankee representative of the air scream and
work his talons. This used to be the spe
cial delisht of our forefathers on the na
tion's annr crsary of freedom, and the cus
tom was obseoed yesterday morning at
Schenlcy Park.
The tail-pulling was done most effec
tivelr, and a few judges, some lawyers,
preachers and others joined in the opera
tion. When they had finished scarcely a
feather was left to adorn the caudal ap
pendage of the casle, but the old bird
flapped his wings and screamed louder than
ever for "Washington and the American Ke
public. The large throng that gathered
around the grand stand and listened pa
tiently for two hours and a half demon
strates that the people never grow wearv of
patriotic speeches. This craving for ora
tory when men can't help giving them
selves to boasting a little should be satis
fied once a year, if not oftencr.
Set In a Tfitnral Amphitheater.
Long before 10 o'clock, the hour set for
speech-making, the grand stand was sur
rounded with a great crowd of people. The
platform was located at the foot of the hill
scar tbe park entrance, and the gentle
slope upward formed a grand and natural
amphitheater. Here on the hillside facing
the speakers the ast audience gathered.
Only leather lungs would have been strong
enough to make the people on the outskirts
Lear, but -with the exception of an occa
sional cry of "louder!" interrupting the
speakers the order was good. Back of the
crowd in front of the grand stand, little
knots of people gathered lile bunches of
crapes. They crowned the top of the hill
and covered the slopes. The scene resem
bled an oriental picture where the natives
are grouped together in council, and have
seated themseU cs on the ground according
custom.
On the platform to the left were the 1,200
school girls who did the singing. Their
bright and happy faces were a pleasure to
look at, and in the future these little ones
will love to recall the Fourth of July cele
brations of their youth.
Singing the Sontrs of the Nation.
Each one was provided with a copy of Tun
Dispatch containing all the patriotic
songs sung. Musical Directors M. C. Cargo,
of Allegheny, and Ed liinehart, of Pitts
burg, moved around among the children,
coaching them on the music and giving
them the signals.
On the right of the stand sat the parents
of the little ones and a number of represen
tathe citizens. Prominent in the throng
was Colonel Herron, who was pleased to
note how the people appreciate the magnifi
cent gift of Mrs. Schenley to the city.
Major AV. C. Moreland, the silver tongucd
and the master of ceremonies, and Mayor
Gourley occupied seats near the speakers
table. The orators, Thomas M. Marshall,
Colonel "W. D. Moore, Judge "White, Judge
Over, Superintendent Luckey, Joseph
Hon ley, Colonel G F. McKenna, Prof.
Sleeth and ltev. J. A. Boydan, sat on the
benches in the front row. In the audience
were noticed Judge Magee, J. R. McGin
ley, Prof. Lyne, who had been asked to
make a speech by the Mayor, but on account
of a sore throat was compelled to decline,
and many others.
tour Big Band Made Music.
Four bands, the Groat "Western, Cathe
dral, Select Knights nnd Hays Post fur
nished the instrumental music President
Ithue, of the Musical Union, was tho leader,
and as he beat time the 120 pieces plaj ed a
medley ot patriotic airs as n it were one
organization and the members nad trained
together for years. The music and the
singing of the children were interesting
features, and greatly appreciated by the
crowd. Such American songs as "America,"
"Hail Columbia," "Bed, White and Blue,"
"Star Spangled Banner" and "Hail.Happr
Day" were gracefullv rendered. The
directors, liinehart and McCargo, alternated
in leading the children.
W. C Moreland was happy in his intro
ductions, and he had something pleasant to
say abont all the orators that put the crowd
in a good humor.
WELCOMED BY THE MAYOR.
Fittsharg's Executive Makes the Thousands
Gathered in Schenley Park Feel Quite at
Dome-Hie Grand Lessons Taught by
Patriots ortljo Fast.
After the bands played "Ye Olden Times,"
Mayor H. L Gourley was introduced. He
delivered the address of welcome. He said:
"I congratulate you on this ausploions
day. I hid you weloome to this old-rash
ioncd celebration of the nation's birth and
independence Under the most happy
auspices e meet to commemorate the day
that marked the beginning of the American
Republic From the pyramid on which wo
stand to-day we want to look backward o'or
the pathway in which God has led us, and
then turn trustingly toward a future illum
inated with the rainbow of promise. From
abnefreview of the history and achieve
ments of this nation duiing the last IIS
years let us endeavor to comprehend the,
great mission in the century to come.
This is a fetival day. It Is a time to re
J oice and render than ksgiving. There mav
be times when we should clothe ourselves
In j-ack cloth and mourn over the sins of thn
hour, hut not to-day. This is our Jubilee,
occasion.
On tins day, if upon no other, let us light
the fires of patriotism in this grand old city,
lxstus catch a glimpse of the glory oflex
ington and Bunker Hill. Let us rcrlew the
history of a glorious past and recite the
btory of the good and gi cat who have gone
before. t
Our Dead Patriots and Heroos.
Iet us walk for a while by tho graves of
the patriots and heroes and martyrs who
suffered not only for us, but for humanity;
w ho bore the cross not only for u,but for all
people: wh hied and died not oily for us,
hut to the end that liberty mlgb) become tho
birtn-right of tho human raoe.
Lot us train the youth of this grest nation
to honor and revere the names of Washing
ton and Lincoln and Grant and a mighty
host of others whoie wisdom founded tho
Hep Jblic and whose valoi has nreserved it
unin. paired to this happy hour.
Btfore tho men of Italj , the men of Aus
tria, tho men of Germany, the men of
Ensland, the men of France, the men or
Scotland, the men of unhappy Ireland, the
men of Asia, the men of the isles of the sea,
who are crowding our shore In the search or
happier homes under blighter skios, let us
ho'd up the sublime achievements ot our
patuotdead, who established in this new
w orld a refuge foi the exile and a home lor
the oppressed of every land and of every
clime.
It is the memory of gieat deeds that
warms tho blood and quickens the heart
hevt and losters the patiiotic sentiment of
nil people. "On the blathered hills of Scot
land the sword or Wallace und the deeds or
Itobert Bruce are still n blight tradition."
In the litenturo of each succeeding age the
genius of France will not fi raet to render
homage to the hoi oisni of the poor shepherd
en 1 from the hills and iorcsts of Lorraine.
Until the no-clad Alps shall melt an ny
wilt the names or Winkelr'ed and Tell bo
synonyms of liberty to the SLs moutain
cers. In tho Franciscan Church at Inns
biuck the Trrolcse peasant bows with un
covered head before tho statne of the pa
triot Andiew llo.er. Of Welssan's last cham
pion, who helped to mnke us free, the sons
uf broken, portioned ToUnd still speak in
woids H-ttl!cd from their beans. And the
poet has said that:
"Hope rora season bade the world farowell.
And freedom shrieked as Kosciusko fell."
Words That Create a Nation.
Said Garibaldi, in the hour of Italy's
despair: "I offor joa hunger, tnirst, want,
wounds, danger, death: whosoever will
choose these lor liberty, let him follow mo!"
These are words that create nations and
make men tree.
When Washington unsbeatbod his sword
thcic appeared, "with her leet upon the
cloud, with her forehead among the stars,
with her flaming sword in her hand, and
with her great wings stretched into the open
azure. Liberty, arohangel of nations!" These
men, and thousands of men liko them, are
tho undvlng exemplars of patriotism. Ont
of the mighty stone house of historic recol
lections the spirit of a froe people is aroused
and quickened. By tbe herolo example of
the brave ones who havo preceded us we are
led upward to higher resolves and nobler
aspirations.
The day is coming when the traveler who
has gazed nnd pondered at Marathon and
W aterloo will linger at the monument where
Prcscottfoughtand Warren fell and exclaim:
'Here is the Held where Liberty poured out
her noblest blood and won her brightest and
most endearing laurels." Ay, tho memory
of these historic scenes will survive.
Under the shadow o' Bunker Hill, beforo
tbe monument of the Father of his country,
bv tho tomb of tho silent warrior on the
banks of tho Hudson, at tho resting place of
the immortal LinCblii, on tho field ot Gettys
burg, in the cometeries oTa great nation, on
the mountains and on the rivers, where the
hones of a million unnamed heroes rest, the
child ol In t ui o years will learn to loethe
land that has been consecrated hy tho blood
of patriots and the precious tears of women.
Let us be true to the teachings of history.
Let us display to the world a patriotism
"which survives all things, which braves all
things, endures nil thine, achieves all
thlnss. and which, though it find a refuge
now nero else, should live In the heart of
every truo American."
DUTIES OF PATRIOTS.
Colonel W. D. Moore speaks of Ihe Debt of
Gratltudo Dae to the Founders or the
Nation and Its Republican Form of Gov
ernment. Then the Rev. J. E. Sutherland prayed,
and "America" was next sung by the school
children. Prof. G. M. Sleeth recited the
Declaration of Independence. The speech-
making continued, and llajor Moreland, ad
vancing to the front of the stage, said:
"From near the historic spot where Corn
wallis laid down his arms to Washington I
take pleasure in presenting to you Colonel
W. D. Moore."
The Colonel began in a facetious strain,
and spoke as follows:
Amidt tho roar of cannon and cannon
torpedoes making the night hideous, I tried
to sleep. May the Lord's hand He heavy on
the Celestial imp who lnented them. The
duty of patriotism is serious. In peace or
war both have their damrers. Our duty of
patriotism is first of gratitude and then of
trust Let us remember the obligations
that rest upon us. 1 o whom aro wo grate
ful? Who made you? I don't want a cnte
chetleal answer. That was thrashed Into
me. Laughter. Every pioneer who swung
his nxe into a tree helped to make you;
every man who stood guard over his own
field'agalnst a saiaze foe, every man who
built u church or house or plowed a field In
those early days helped to make you; every
man who tell on bloody fields in the
Revolution: every man who fought In the
War of 1812; overv man who lost his
life at Gettjsburg was a hero. They gave
up their lives that you might live. Are wo
to forget the men who billowed the land
with graves? Say, rather, let their memory
be enshrined In our hearts, and let us honor
them by carinc for the heritage which they
left us. Ourbontage has been bought at so
dear a price that wo must preserve it. Every
man who does his duty, who opposes cor
ruption, fraud, misgovernment, who tries to
pu.l'v his own life, who nuts away tho
temptation to evil doing, is redeeming the
trust hin father has left to him. And now,
as long pra ers aro an abomination
so are long speeches an abomination to the
?ubllc. It is a satisfaction to me to see tho
layor ot this city doing his duty in the
line which I reierrod to. Great applause.
Mayor Gourley has done well, and oven a
Democrat can't help but pralso him. May
his shadow never grow less. I am glad I
was p-it first, for now my anguish is over,
and 1 can sit down and listen to the other
fellows. Laughter.
GLORIOUS OLD TOM
Talks to the Crowd of Trnsts and Monopo
lies He Is Sad to Know of the Wnge
Dispute? at Homestead A Strong Plea
for Patience.
Glorious old Tom Marshall was next
brought out as the Gladstone of the
occasion. As he stepped forward he shook
hands with Major Moreland, and laughed
at the compliment when Mr. ,Moreland
said: "Gladstone, let me present you, sir."
Mr. Marshall said :
Our fatlicrs.tbe colonists, In 1776. laid down
the principles of this nation. The first is
the right or self-government, the inherent
right of men to control their own affairs.
When wo look back and see the little haud
fnl of men that defied the queen of the seas,
we are amazed. We stand here to-day to see
what we have been and are now. Our i all
roads, public buildings, and proposed li
brary out here In the country for Pittsburg,
are monuments of our greatness Let us
remember that the great trnth under,
lving all Is the equality ot man and
that trusts and monopolies must stand be
neath the feet of men. These privileges
must not be stolen under the guise ot la.w.
When this is done we must tramp them
beneath our feet, and declare again the prin
ciple that all men are equal.
Gentlemen I am sad to-day. Just across
this hill lies Homestead. Outside tbe works
are tho men encamped, inside are the man
agers. They say this is a conflict between
labor and capital. Not- so. 1 he workmen
are the creators. The managers inside are
the employers. They at not capital
ists I hone some great statesman
win soon solve this problem tor us
that this great country may not perish by
intestine broils. I can't sav like my brother
Moore that my forefathers fought In tho
revolution, but they struggled for liberty In
Ireland. Apnlnue But I want to say
when the people rise in their power, they
will wipe out these evils as stubble In a buck
wheat field. Don't lotre your discretion.
Tbe conv ention at Omaha is an Indication of
the discontent in the land. I read a Sundiy
paper esteiday. I hesitated, you knon, but
1 couldn't resist. (Laughter. J
A woman He was afraid oi tho Law and
Older. (Howls of delight).
I read of that eminent statesman,
Chauncey M. Depew, that great temperance
man, Jav Gould, and of Thomas Edison, the
inventor. Of them all Edison was ti o only
man who had a chesring word. Ho staged
that the results of science are Intended to
Improve the human race. The others had
nothing to sav about morality or tho
neglects of mankind. But, to return:
Men arc not the sons of toll, but the sons of
God by direct descent I would admonish
on men to be patient. If I could speak at
Homestead I would sav for God's sike be
Satienr, Be patient until a settlement can
e made that recognizes the manhood of
man, until it can be Bald of us that we dwell
beneath our own vine ard eat our own
bread. Applause.
JUDGE WHITE HAD NO SPEECH,
Sat He Made a Pleasant Talk to the People
Nevertheless.
'"It is the boast of Pennsylvania that
only one Judge was ever impeached for
malfeasance in office. It is our boast that
the bench is unsullied." With these words
Judge J. W. P. White was introduced.
The Judge said:
I hive something that will please you. I
havo no speoch to deliver. A voice: "Wo
want one." I didn't know when I came
hero that I wns to speak. There were three
speeches ahead of ine, and eUht come after
me. The Fonrth Is a dav for enjoyment and
eating. If all thebo men speak you won't
get your dinners. A voice: "Plenty of
time to-morrow." But I want to leave one
sentiment with you. We should all meet for
social and patriotic intercourse today.
There should not be one sentiment or
thought that will create discord. Lettus re
member that we are dependent upon God,
and then love this country, the greatest the
sun ever shone upon. But I won't foi-get
myself, I have no speech, f Applause.
THE AMERICAN SOVEREIGN.
Jndce Over Talks of the Privileges and
IluMes or n Cltlz;n.
"I nojv introduce J. W. Over, who takes
care of the orphans, the liveliest orphan I
know," said Major Moreland, nnd then
Judge Over stepped forward. In his speech
he said: .
It Is nitural for us to congratulate our
selves to-day on the success of our country.
It is natural, too, that orators on this occa
sion should stir up the American eagle, and
make tt e old bird scream loud and long.
Wo were suecesslnl In the Revolution. Koi
tunately for us and the world that we suc
ceeded. Our Independence was recognized
at tbe close of tbe war, but our condition
was deplorable We had no army, navy
nor credit, and couldn't defend ourselves.
Hut hew different to-day. We have demon
strated that self-government Is not n fall
me. VTo stand to-day respected at horn
nndnbioad, and, aye more, revered by the
liberty-loving people of the world. We aro
sovereigns, every one of us. We exercise
our sovereignty through the ballot.' Our
right of suffrage is tbe greatest privilege we
enjoy. It being a great privilege, the duty
corresponding Is equally great, and the man
who does not exercise the right of the ballot
conscientiously Is not worthy the name of
American. But when votes become
nrticles of merchandise, then is our country
in danger of destruction hear, hear!.
I flaws are not supported by the moral sen
timent or the community they ure dead let
ters. As good citizens yon should obey tbe
laws and assist the officers In enforcing
them. Some men want Uoense; they hold
that every man should be a law unto him
self. If tills were so anarchy would reign
and liberty would be out of the question.
LEADING THE WORLD.
Colonel C. F. McKenna on the Independence
of the American.
Colonel C F. McKenna made a short
speech. Hesaidt p
To-day wo havo U States and a population
approaohing 70,000,030. Isn't this a sublect
lor congratulation? We meet to-day as
citizens of all parties, and we congratulate
ourselves that tbe principles of the Declara
tion of Independence have been per
petuated. Fiance has indorsed our Ideas,
and the Frcncn people believe that man is
capablo or self-government. In England we
see the gieat Gladstone battling lor the
same principles. Thirty years ago some of
our own people started a fratricidal war.and
after fourjearsof bloodshed peace returned.
To day wo can truthfully say that all men
in this country, whether w hlte or black, are
born free and equal. The rebellion was
another chapter added to tho Declaration of
Independence.
LUCKEY TO THE CHILDEEK.
Short Address from the Superintendent
of Pnbtle Schools.
Superintendent George J. Luckey was
received with applause by the school chil
dren. His speech was very short and
pointed. Mr. Luckey said:
Let me assure you that I haven't the eagle
concealed about my person. I have no
speech written. This Is the natal day of our
Republic, and wo have with us the children
of the publio schools. I want the children
to study this sohool of politics. I want every
girl to be Imbued with the spirit of the Spar,
tan mother, who said to her son, 'return
with your shield or on it.' 1 hope every boy
will catch the spli It of John Adams, who
said: "Sink or swim, live or die, I will pro
tect this flag. " s
THANKS FE0M ALLEGHENY.
Lewis McMullen Points Out Wherein Lies
the Safety of the Nation.
In his speech Lewis McMullen said:
I want to thank the citizens of Pittsburg
in the name of tbe Allegheny School Boards
and children for inviting us to take pal tin
these exercises. Thore is no use talking to
you any more about the objects of this day.
The question uom is how can we proserve
and keep this gloiious Fourth? In answer I
point to the public schools. Therein for all
time to come'lles the saiety of Independence
Dav. We are a great nation, with fabulous
wealth. We owe It all to the schools, tc the
education of the masses.
Nine-tenths of the meichants, faimeis and
skilled mechanics ere pupils of the public
schools. The education you received fitted
ou to light tli'i battles of life 1th any man.
Ignorance la the evil spiiit of tyianny. Edu
cation is the twin sister of the goddess of
liberty. Tbe public school is tho blood of
the nation. Destroy it, nnd the Republic
wouldn't last 25 yeats. Tho levees that keep
the water.ot public opinion in the proper
Ghaunels are the newspapers. All theso in
fluences must work together for the good of
the nation.
PROUD OF HIS PRIVILEGES.
Iter. J. A. Boyd on, a Colored Clergyman,
Speaks far His Kuco Its Members
Pledge Thrlr Fealty to the Flag of tils
American Nation.
Major Morelaud's introduction of He v.
J. A. Boydon, the colored minister was
very fine, and a beautiful tribute to Ameri
can patriotism. Mr. Boydon said:
Proud of the distinctions and privileges of
American citizenship and as the representa
tive of a race in sympathy with yon, I am
here to say that tho negro citizens share
with you the lore of home and liberty, and
tho pride all or ns have in this country. Tho
occasion wh loh Kayo rise to the Declaration
of Independence is familiar to j on all. Luc-
land's ooudnot In passing the stump not
stiired up the Ameitoan. colonists. Hor
attitude to the colonies appealed to tho sym
pathy of overv man. This epoo'i called forth
the best efforts of tbe best men; it
culled forth the wisdom of Washington,
the patriotism of Jefferson and the elo
quenco of Adams and Henry. We ooine
to-day to lav the laurels of patriotism on the
tomb of Washington. In every epoch in
the history of tbe world oecasions have hap
pened that called for good men with ster
ling parts and worth. Tho l evolution de
manded au incorruptible man. Washington
was the man, and he lives to-day triumphant
in the hearts of 63,000,000 of people. Foiget
ting social lines and race distinction, we
oome to-day, one and all. to light the beacon
fires of patriotism, to pioclalm again the
principles for which this country is re
nowned, the principle of personal liberty
ana seii-govcinment.
Our country llvals the glory of Greece and
Borne. Our land has been transmitted to us
by a long line of patriotlo forefathers.
What part did the negro play in the form-
atiou or the country? Every American to
day enjoys perfect treedom. The time was
when the negro was not a citizen. Now
every man, irrespective of oolor, stunds
equal before tbe law. In every emergency
the sons of Africa have been found. They
have proven loyal in peace and courageous
in Mar. Speaking for lift' race, we
love the land of our mother, and we come
to-dav to pledge again our fealty to thesflag.
Wo come not as the foreigner with no in
terest, hut as American citizens. Here
where our fathers have lived and died, u e
will live and die. It Is fitting for us to join
in this celebration. The time has come
when men should not be Judged , by the
color of the skin or the texture of tbe hair,
but by personal worth. Long live the
American Republic and George Washington.
LIST SPEECH OF THE SAT.
Joseph Ilowley Glories Only In the Sov
ereignty of the People.
Joseph Howley, a handsome young man,
was the last speaker. He delivered an excel
lent address, and it was a fitting conclusion to
the exercises. Mr. Ho.vley said in substance:
We trace no royal line of imbeciles to
point out our dignity. We gloiy only in the
sovereignty of the people. The world has
too long lavished its homage upon its ene
mies, jfow all hearts first turn to the
lathers of the Kepnblic. Honored be their
memories, their grave and serene trust In
their cause, but mora than all their
severe and antique viitucs. These
tributes disclose the character of nations.
A nation's character is the sum of its splen
did deeds. The greatness of a State lies In
the honesty and loyalty or its people. In
this country patriotism grows. True patri
otism Is strong, love or country Is greater
than love of office. Liberty has a wider
meaning In this country than In any other.
Let us cherish the hopei that belong to us.
Let us perform the work required of us in
our day and generation.
ATHLETES CONTEST
For Handsome Pnzis In a Number of
Events rhe Boys Make a Good Showing
An Exciting Bicycle Bace Good Kun
nlnr, but No Records Broken.
One of the pleasantest features of yester
day's celebration at Schenley Park was the
field sports. Around the sixth of a mile
track fully lOiOOO people were seated, while
on the hills behind as many more were
sitting and standing. All through the long
afternoon this mass of humanity stayed,
never seeming to lose interest in the events.
Cheer after cheer was sent up as some
favorite son won himself laurels by the dis
play of his muscle or the fieetness of his
ieet.
Nearly every event had some extraordi
nary feature about it This applies to both
the juvenile and senior sports. The boys
had their, fun and elicited their applause
from the morning audience.
Little Athletes Distinguish Themselves.
The swarthy little contestants made as
pretty a hundred-yard dash as any of mam
ma's " pets will ever do in Schenley Park.
While the little fellows were being rubbed
down eigbt others helped the amusement
along by an exceedingly creditable three
legged race. The time-honored greased pole
was called into play, and a free-for-all
climb was permitted. Following these in
quick succession came a sack race, with
12 entries, a tug-of-war, with eight entries,
and a wheelbarrow race closed the competi
tion. The sports were in charge of Prof.
Fisher, and the winners were all eiven
handsome prizes.
Promptly at 2 o'clock in the after
noon the senior sports commenced. Prof.
L. F. Kirehner, of the East End Gym
nastic Club, had charge, and he won great
favor from the crowd by the creditable way
he conducted the affair. The first event
was the 100-yard dash. There were eight
starters. The race was won by Gardner
Steel, of the Western University. The
second man was L. F. L. Pynchon, of the
Athletic Club, Schuylkill Navy. Time.lOj
seconds.
An Exciting Bicycle Contest.
The one-mile safety bicycle race was next
and proved to be one of the most exciting of
the events. There were six starters, out
after the first halt mile the contest narrowed
itself down to a test between A. L. Banker
and C. K. Gibson. Mr. Gibson set the pace,
but on the last lap, by a grand spurt.Banker
forged ahead and won in 3 minutes and 12
seconds, Uibson second.
The runm
lining high jump had five starters,
! of them only lasted a short time,
but three
and It was finally won by L. F, L. Pvn
ohon, who jumped 5 feet 7 inches; J. B. Mc
Kennan, second, 5 feet 6) inches.
Putting the lC-pound shot was the next
card. In, this there were four contestants,
but the event did not prove very exciting,
as the men were rather tired from having
taken part in previous events and were lu
no condition to throw. The contest was
won by J. Rumble, of the East End Gyms,
who succeeded in putting the shot 33 feet
2 inches, with 0. A. Jarrett second, 32 feet
9j Inches.
Won by a Final Spurt.
The 220-yards dash was one that pleased
the immense crowd of spectators, for the
reason that there was an exciting finish.
There were 14 entries for this and only seven
Btarters. In this race J. H. Fry, of the
East End Gyms, cnt out the pace and was
closely followed by Gardner Steel, of the
Western University team. On the last half
lap Steel made a pretty spurt and as Fry
had about exhausted himself Steel won in
24 4-5 seconds, with Fry second.
Throwing the 16 pound hammer was
another event that was a little tiresome to
the spectators as it did not prove to be
exciting enough. The contest was won by
C. A. Jarrett, of the East End Gyms, who
threw 76 feet. Addison Boran, East End
Gyms, second, 72 feet 4 inches.
The one-half mile run had only five
starters and was won by H. C. Fry, of the
East End Gyms. Time, 2 minutes 14
seconds.
The next event on the card was the two-
mile safety bicycle race, with seven entries.
The race, as. in the first one, was a contest
between A. L. Banker and 0. K. Gibson,
.both members of the East End Gvms, and
was won by Banker. Time, 6:39, Gibson
second.
Jumped Off the Tie.
The running broad jump proved exciting
for the spectators, as they had their interest
centered on a one-armed man, G. J. Schill
ing, but he proved to be outclassed. The
event was won by C. A. Jarrett, of the
East End Gyms, ijto jumped 19 feet 10
inches, J. B". McKennan second, 19 feet 8
inches. This was on the jump off, as both
men bad jumped a tie, each having made
20 feet i inch.
The 440-yard dash had 7 starters and was
won by H. G Fry. Time,56 seconds, J. P.
Kimmell, second.
The hop-step-and-jump was an easy
thing for J. B. McKennan, who jumped 43
feet 7 inches with C. S. Miller, second,
42 feet 8 inches.
The 120-yard hurdle race had only 3 start
ers but it proved to be quite exciting. The
race was won bv L. F. L Pynchon in 17
seconds; H. C. Fry second.
The running high kick had four contest
ants, but two of them soon dropped ont,
leaving J. B. McKennan nnd D. D. Du
Barry to fight it out McKennan won the
contest, kicking 8 feet 7 inches. Da Barry's
best kick was 8 feet 6 inches. During Mc
Kennan's work the applause was deafening.
Vaulting With the Pole.
A pole vaulting contest excited the spec
tators and they cheered each of the'three
contestants lustily. The event was won bv
L. F. L. Pynchon, who vaulted 10 feet,
.ureauing opeer second, leet o inches.
The one mile run had five starters and
really only two finishers. The first was J.
McGraw, Louis McGraw second. Time,
O.-04.
The sports were finished np with a sack
race in which there were but three entries,
and it was won by J. McGraw; J. Bnmble
second.
After the programme had been com
pleted Mayor Gourley, in a neat speech,
presented the winners with their prize
medals, and the crowd dispersed to await
the fireworks.
The tug-of-war was the only part of the
program not executed. The East and West
End Gyms were to have competed, but the
West end men refused to enter and the prize
was given to the East End boys.
WOUND UP IN RED FIRE.
Countless Thousands Watch the Pyrotech
nic Display Which Closed the Old
Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
In Schenley Park V Sea of Upturned
Faces.
The crowning glory of the celebration
was the fireworks display. As early as 6
o'clock in the evening the people began to
take their positions on the hillside over
looking the grandstand and the inclosure in
front where the display was made. At 8
o'clock, the hour set for the beginning of
the display, the whole hill was black with
people. The crowd was so great it was im
possible to estimate the number, but from
appearances the whole population of the
county wonld have been thought to have
been present. When a dazzling shower of
lights would be scattered iu the air from a
pyrotechnic battery, the illumination
would light up a sea of upturned faces. As
many exclamations of surprise at the im
mense mass of people were heard as at the
brilliancy of the display.
The display commenced shortly before 9 J
o ciock, ana ior two hours the people were
entertained with a brilliant series of set
pieces, balloons, rockets, colored bomb
shells, etc. A concert was furnished at
the same time by the Great Western band,
which was stationed on the grand stand.
The elevation obtained by the spectators
on the hillside gave them a good view over
the surrounding country, and they bad the
benefit of a portion of the display
made b.y residents of Oakland square and
vicinity. For a time it ran opposition
to the publio display in the park, and di
vided attention with the latter, all the
aerial pieces from the square being visible.
One of the amusing incidents of the
crowd was the sight afforded when they had
stood for some time and a universal desire
to sit down was manifested. The theatrical
cry of "down in front" was raised and the
thousands of men, women and children sat
down on the damp 'crass. Here and there
and excited individual refused for a time to
sit down and wanted to whip several thou
sand people who were in the rear of him,
but he eventually sat down. A set piece
would bring them all to their feet, but when
it was over they bobbed down again.
AND ALL WENT H0HE,
But Many Bad to Walk Because There Was
Ho Room to Ride.
At 11 o'clock the display was over and
the crush commenced. The park, from the
hill to Forbes street, was jammed with
people and vehicles. Thirty policemen were
stationed at the park entrance and it was
a continuous battle for them to let the peo
ple out Vehicles had to wait and it was
midnight' before the spectators were, all
clear of the park.
Tbe Fifth avenue and Duquesne traction
lines were incapable of handling the peo
ple. Every car they possessed was pressed
into service, but they could not
haul the 'crowds. They hung on
the 'front sides and ends of
the cars, while the insldes were packed
solid. In addition there were streams of
people trudging along, reaching from the
park to both terminals of the line, who
gave up all thought of riding and walked
home. Those who did ride walked long
distances away from the direction they
wanted to go to catch a car before it got
near the park.
BCHENLEY'S POLICE PB0TECII05.
It Was the Best That Could Have Been
Given.
The police regulations at Schenley Park
yesterday were everything that could be
desired. There were 100 uniformed officers,
as well as all the captains and lieutenants
on duty. These, together, with the front
office forte, all under the supervision of
eupenntendent O'Mara, furnished all the
Erotection necessary. The crowd was well
andled, and so far as could bo learned
not a theft was reported, all ot
which speaks well for the vigllancs of the
officers.
Matrons Perry and McRoberts had charge
of tbe lost children department, and during
the day they had over 30 little ones who had
strayed away from their parents. The ma
trons were prepared for this and managed
to make the little stragglers at homa until
they were reclaimed by their parents.
FEW HTJBT, RONE AEHE3IED.
The Schenley Park Celebration Panes Off
Without Any Trouble.
One of the most remarkable features of
the whole affair was the scarcity of accidents
of any description, considering
the thousands of people in
attendance. During the whole
evening not an accident In the park was
reported to the police and no arrests were
made.
A few persons were slightly hnrt by the
explosion of firecrackers in the crowd, but
none were of any consequence.
AT THE UNION DEPOT.
Plenty of People Cams In on the Locals, tint
7 here Was No Crowding.
At tbe Union depot yesterday, with the
exception of a few hours in the morning
and evening, there was no crowding among
the passengers. The jams of former holi
days were not repeated. A steady stream
of humanity poured through the dingy
s'ation all day, but the regular police force
was sufficient to handle the crowd. No ac
cidents or robberies were reported. Crooks
have learned from experience that it is not
safe to ply their trade in the presence of
Officer Mike Harrison. Mr. Harrison has
been in the detective business too long, and
he knows the most of them. Harry Lewis,
tbe gateman, says he hasn't seen through
travel so heavy lor 10 years as it is now.
Some of the local trains were beautifully
decorated. The Walls accommodation, in
charge of Engineer W. E. Good and G. G.
Good, conductor, deserves special mention.
The engine was covered with flairs and
bunting, and a large picture of George
Washington hung on the pilot.
BP0BTS AT M0EGAVZA.
The Boys .Entertain the Country Folk With
a Drill and Athletic Exercises.
Even the boys at Morganza were taught
a lesson in patriotism yesterday, and were
given an opportunity to enjoy nnd cele
brate the Fourth. The crowd of country
people present was very large, and they
filled up the grounds. Thev came from
Canonsburg, Washington and other towns
in droves. No speeches were made, but
the boys showed the spectators what kind
of athletes they are. The kids indulged in
hurdle races, vaulting, long distance win
ning, baseball and other athletic sports.
The parade of the battalion was a fine ex
hibition and much enjoyed by the crowd.
At the penitentiary tbe prisoners were
given an extra dinner and work for the day
was stopped. The rules were relaxed a
little, and an appropriate speech was made
to the convicts by Chaplain Milligan.
THE OAKLAND SQTJABE DISPLAY.
The Residents or That Banty Spot Put Off
81,000 Worth of Fireworks.
Beautiful Oakland Square with its mag
nificent residences was rendered more lovely
last night. The residents there not only
enjoyed a perfect view of the grand display
of fireworks at Schenley Park, but they had
a magnificent display of their own.
Every honse in the square was decorated,
and the handsome private park was hung
with Japanese lanterns. The affair was
after the nature ot a lawn fete. The Cathe
dral Band was there all evening. From the
park 51,000 worth of fireworks was put offi
There were a number of lovely set pieces.
The illumination was one ot the most beau?
tiful ever seen in Pittsburg.
In fact, all over East End there were pri
vate displays. There was an unusually
large number of paper balloons sent up
before dark. Scores of them could be
counted at one time.
CELEBRATED BY THE CHINESE.
They Hold a Feast of Fireworks on Second
Avenue and Grant Street.
Though the Chinese are excluded from
America they always celebrate thp Fourth
of July more enthusiastically than any
other nationality, in fact, more so than
many Americans. Last night was no ex
ception and immense quantities of fire
works were put off at the Chinese stores on
Second avenue and Grant street
Immense crowds were attracted in that
locality. According to the usual custom
the Chinese bad ropes of firecrackers made
that stretched clear from the roof to the
pavement The whole rope was put off at
onoe. The Chinese firecrackers, too, are
better made than the American ones and
always go off. Instead of bursting at the
side "they burst all to pieces and no un
exploded ones are left
DULL DAY FOB LEMONADE.
Tenders Downtown and at the Park Com
p'alned of the Cool Weather.
"This has been a dull day for us," com
plained a downtown lemonade man last
evening. "Didn't amount to even a fair
Saturday."
"What was the trouble?" queried a re
porter. "People all out at Schenlev
Park?''
"Nof even the fellows out at the park
didn't make any money; The weather was
too cook It must be red hot to sell lemon
ade. When men come np to the stands with
their coats off and growling about the heat
men business is hrst-class.
CONSTABLE D0NAH0E ABEESTED.
He Talked Impudent to an Officer and
Was Locked Vp.
Officer Conway arrested Constable Dona
hoe, of 'Squire Hall's office, of Parnassus,
yesterday. Donahoe approached Conway
and gave him some impudence. William
Louge was with him nt the time and also
was impudent and both were sent to the
Twelfth ward station. At the station Dona
hoe made his identity known and exhibited
a warrant signed by 'Sauire Hall for tbe
arrest of Henry Kllngensmith on charge
oi forgery and desertion, preferred by Mrs.
Klingensmith. He made himself known
too late and was locked up.
t Eli Teeth Kicked Oat.
Joseph Ford, a colored man, had his
teeth kicked out by William McClelland,
with whom he was fighting on Sixth avenue
last evening. Both were locked up by
Officer Fread.
Died In the Worsbanu,
Coroner McDowell was notified last night
that Harry Pulico had died at the Work
house. He bad been an inmate there since
June 21, having been committed as a va
grant i
JtEADY TO LYNCH HIM.
Prompt Arrival of the Police Save3 a
Colored Man From
DECORATING A CITT LAMPPOST.
Fired Two Shots and Wounded One of His
Many Tursners.
EE6CDED JD8T IS" THE NICK OP TIME
Lawrenceville came very near enjoying
the sensation of a lynching yesterday.
About noon a crowd of young fellows en
tered a saloon in the neighborhood of Thirty-eighth
street and Penn avenue. Standing
at the bar were two colored men.
The newcomers made several offensive
remarks to the colored men who stood
some distance away. Finally, the colored
men left the saloon and on their way out
they turned to the throng and said it was
rather strange that tbey could not enter a
saloon without being subjected to insults on
account of their color.
No sooner had the door closed behind the
men than the crowd followed. Some dis
tance down the street tbe two colored
men were overtaken and a qnarrel ensued
in which it was alleged that one of the
colored men was . knocked down. The
prostrate man quickly rose to his feet and
started on a run down Thirty-sixth street in
which he was joined by his companion;
Fired Two Shots at His Fur-tners.
The crowd followed. People on the
street, who saw "the chase, thoaght the
colored men bad committed some crime and
joined In tbe pnrsuit At Thirty-sixth and
Charlotte streets the colored men became
exhausted. They stopped and waited for
their pursuers. The latter came up in a
few moments and renewed the quarrel.
Fearing for his safety, one of the fugitives
drew a revolver loaded with blank cartridges
and fired a shot to scare the mob.
This action seemed only to irritate tbe
crowd. Then the colored man who fired the
blank cart ridge drew another revolver loaded
with bullets. Taking aim at the foremost
man he fired. His aim was correct, the ball
striking Thomas O'Leary in the month and
passing out on the left side, of his neck
within one-half inch of the jugular vefn.
O'Leary staggered and fell. At the
same moment the man who had done the
shooting turned and started to run down
the street He had hardly, gone a block
when he was overtaken by Joseph Trunzer,
who had witnessed tbe shooting, and held
until the rest of the crowd arrived. Tho
mob by this time numbered sonc three or
four hundred men. Most of them had only
seen the shooting, and thought that the
colored man had committed an unwarranted
outrage.
Would-He Lynchers Look for a Rope.
Several of the more hot headed in the
crowd ran up and tried to take the offender
irom the hands ot xrunzer, threatening dire
punishment for the offense he bad com
mitted. There were cries of "get a rope,"
"lynch him," "kill him," and other such
wild exclamations. Several departed in
search of a rope, and as the crojvd pressed
closer to the victim he begged for mercy,
stating that what he had done was only in
self-defence. About this' time Constable
McWhorters came on the scene, and subse
quently City Clerk Ed Martin arrived. The
constable took charge of the prisoner and
marched him to the patrol box at Thirty
seventh and Butler streets. Clerk Martin
ran on ahead and rang for the patrol wagon.
When it finally d-ove up the colored man,
more dead than alive from fright, was
placed in the vehicle.
Just before the wagon drove away Squire
Kerr came up the street toward the patrol
box, having in charge the prisoner's com
panion, who was also sent to the Forty
third street police station. On their arrival
at the station house O'Leary 's assistant gave
the name of Richard Hodson, aged 21 years
and residence Lafayette alley, near Fortv
third street, while his companion gave the
name of Thomas Robinson, of No. 201
Thirty-seventh street. The latter was
locked up on the charge of interfering
Both will be given a hearing this morning.
O'Leary Takn to UU Rome.
In the meantime O'Leary, who is 19 years
old and lives in the rear of Peoria alley,
below Thirty-eighth -street, was carried to
Dr. Jacoby's office on Butler street Here
his wounds were dressed, after which be
was removed to his home and subsequently
to his mother's bouse in Bloomfield hol
low. Dr. Jacoby said the man's wounds were
not necessarily fatal, and unlesss peritonitis
set in he woufd be all right in a few days.
Officer Palmer, who travels the beat on
which the shooting occurred, said be just
reached tne scene oi trouoie alter u Learv
had been shot. "There were 500 or 600
people gathered around Hodson," be con
tinued, "and if the wigon hadn't arrived
just when it did Hodson would have been
strung up to the nearest lamppost. I never
saw such an excited mob, and I can just tell
you that Hodson was frightened nearly
white and be was glad when the patrol
wagon arrived."
Coa'dn't Get a Quorum.
The Allegheny Hieh School Committee
was called to meet last night but failed to
secure a quorum. It was decided to call a
meeting tor this evening at 7 o'clock. At 8
o'clock the board meets and tbe election of
several teachers will be held.
PEOPLE WHO COME AND 00.
C B. Foster, of Beaver Falls, is stopping
at tho Schlosier.
J. A. McCulJough, of Steubeaville, was
In the city yesterday.
A. A. Barr, of Washington, and John
Conrad and wife, of Brook ville, aro at the
Sc James.
James A. McNally, after an absence of 60
days in Enropo, returned home List evening.
He visited Ireland, England and the con
tinent. P. L. Auten, of Chicago, a stockholder in
the local ball club, and George L. Pearson,
of New Castle, put up at the Anderson yes
terday. James P. McNallv, the youngest son of
James A. JlcNnlly.the Liberty street whole
sale dealer. Is home after siradnatlng with
high honors at St. Johns' College, Fordbam.
JJaster James delivered the valedictory.
E. E. Bonneville, of the1 Anderson, ac
companied by his wife, returned a few davs
a'Oiromhis vacation which he spent in
Maryland. Chief Clerk W. II. Crosby started
yestorday for St Clair. He will be gone a
month.
Pittsbni-Rem In New York.
New York, July. Special. The following
rittsbiirgors are registered at- hotels here:
W. A. Ballard, Continental: C. W. Callory,
St James; A. M. Eble. Stnrtevant; J. A.
Hamilton, St James; B. Hart, Hoffmann
House: O. S. Hers'ninaii. Stnrtevant: J. G.
Ilinmen, Stnrtevant; A. K. Jlnrtin.BclvIdere;
A. W. Alelten, Hoffman; V. T. Paul, Stnrte
vant; 1. P. Reislng, Stnrtevant: K. Sergeant,
HnlTuinn; II. J. Smith, St. James; C. J.
Stewart, Earles: W. W. Ncnsent, St. James;
J. II. Wattles, Westminster.
Faith, Hnpo nnd Busiue, the greatest of
which is Buzine, to kill roaches, bedbugs,
etc. 25 cents at all dealers.
8:50 P. M.
y " SATURDAYS
Irtbe latest iromont at which small
advertisements will be received at tbe
ALLEGHENYBRANGH 0FF1GE
For insertion In the
SUNDAY DISPATCH.
On wsek day the office will remain'
open until t t. x. as usual.
SEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
CARPETS!
$1.00
FOR BEST M0QUETTES.
$1.25
For Best Axminsters.
We have just received 5,000 yards
of SMITH'S best quality Moquette
Carpets, same goods that sell every
where from $1.25 to $1.50. Our
price will'be $1 per yard.
4,000 yards BIGELOWS Axmin
sters, best quality, never sells less
than Si. 75, most everywhere at $2,
we now offer at the unprecedentedly
low price of $1.25 per yard.
Never were two such bargains aa
the above 'offered in this city. We
invite anybody to call and inspect
these goods, then go elsewhere and
see what the same grade is selling at.
You will return to us to buy.
COME AT ONCE. '
EDWARD
GROETZINGER,
627 AND 629 PENN AVE.
Jyi-TTSan
TO
THE
LADIES:
Weisser's desire to an
nounce that during July
they will have a series of
special sales, preparatory
to extensive alterations of
their stores. Walls must
come down, dust cannot
be avoided, and we prefer
to sell goods at heavy re
ductions rather than have
them soiled. We have no
room to pack them.
Watch our advertise
ments IN THE DAILY PAPERS.
We commence
TO-DAY at our
WASH GOODS coun
ter at 1 0c for some extra
values.
435 Market St
437 x
lyz-72
WALL PAPER.
See our lino of 10c, 15c and 25c Wall Paper
with borders to match.
J. KERWIN MILLER & CO.,
543 SmithfieldSt., Pittsburg, Pa.
jet-s
BIBER & EASTON.
WASH
DRESS GOODS.
Exquisite Colorings, Gorgeous
Designs, Micata Sprays,
Spots, Stripes, Etc.
Many I housands of Yards for
Your Selection.
India Cashmere Satines, 9c.
.Canton Crepes, 12c.
Voila Lanie, 15c.
"Printed Baptiste, 10c.
Shantong Pongee, 12c.
India Novelties, 15c.
Llama Cloths, 12c.
Printed Dimities, 12c.
English Cheviots (30-inch), for
Shirts and Waists, 20c.
Beautiful Crinkles, 25c.
36-Inch Printed Muslins, 6c.
All the above are 24 to 36-inch
width. Light, medium and dark
grounds.
' A PERFECT EXPOSITION
-OF-
SUMMER DRESS FABRICS
AT NEW LOW PRICES.
BIBER &x EASTON,
J05 AND 507 MARKET Si
jylrrasu
FINE STATIONERY,
"WeUdlns Invitations, Calllns Carda, Eta
ENGRAVING AND PRINTING.
W. V. DERMITT & CO.,
39 Sixth ATcaoe. .
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