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MAR 5 19o4 ii Fear no man, and do justice to all men." Itemlfc Vol. I. SEWICKLEY, PA., SATURDAY, MARCH 5, 1904. No. 25 Last Meeting of the Present Gouncil—But Little Business Transacted. FAREWELL TO PBESISENT CHAPLIN. Council met on Wednesday evening with all the members present; President Chaplin in the chair. Very little business was transacted, the time being taken up in the discussion of several matters pertaining to the borough. The removal of the old buildings on the borough property was discussed, but no definite action was taken. Several matters relating to the borough engineer's office especially the repairing of sidewalks and sewers, were taken up. There have been several complaints lately regarding sewer drops freezing and backing up surface water; also that ponds of stagnant water are allowed to lie untouched, especially one in the alley abutting on Straight street between Centennial avenue and Beaver street. The engineer was criticized for not having these things remidied. There are several pieces of sidewalk needing relaying or repairing. An interesting discussion arose regarding the right of council to specify the kind of material to be used in laying new walks—whether it should be brick, stone, tar, grano- lith, &c. Some members were in favor of making a uniform system of granolith walks, while others objected. The borough solicitor was requested to learn if council had full power in the matter. John M. Tate declined to serve on the board of health, and G. G. Stucke was appointed in his place, The report of the borough engineer was received, It was quite lengthy. The report showed that the office had cost the borougfor salaries the past year about $2,700. At this point Vice President Miller took the chair, and R. R. Brown presented the following resolutions : • " Whereas, Mr. James G. Chaplin is about to retire from this body, much to the regret of all his associates, and this occasion offers a fitting opportunity to express pur appreciation of the valuable services rendered during a continuous period of six years, in which the business acumen and conservatism, which have marked his success in the business world, have been placed at the disposal of the citizens of the borough, in the administration of municipal affairs. His colleagues in the council desire also to indicate their appreciation of his high worth as presiding officer and his readiness at all times during his incumbency, to accord to all, in a fair and impartial manner, not only a patient hearing, but careful consideration; therefore, be it "Resolved, That a vote of thanks be tendered to him for his services to the borough, and that this resolution be inscribed in full upon the minutes." On motion the resolution was accepted and a hearty vote of thanks was tendered Mr. Ghaplin. Several of the members expressed their appreciation of Mr. Ghaplain's long services and their regret at his departure. Mr. Ghaplin responded very feelingly to the tribute bestowed. There being no further business Gouncil then adjourned to meet next Monday evening, when the new body will be organized. Residence of H. 0. Nevin is Destroyed. Assessor Appointed. The Commissioners have appointed Mr. Jos. H. Davis, of Maple Lane, as assessor in the First ward. Mr. Davis has been a resident of this place for many years and is said to be a man of good judgment and well fitted for the position. The residence of H. O. Nevin, back of Edgeworth, and just off the Beaver road, was burned to the ground last Tuesday evening about 7.SO o'clock. Nothing was saved but a few articles of furniture. The fire started from the explosion of an upset lamp in the kitchen and was quickly communicated to the other rooms. The Sewickley fire department responded, but could do little, as the fire had gained great headway and there was no water plug near. Mr. Nevin is in Idaho looking after business interests. His wife and four children were in the house at the time and all' got out safely. The house was a frame structure of seven rooms. The loss will reach $6,000, and is fully insured. An Heroic Act. On Saturday evening a colored man, whose name he did not learn, was rescued from a perilous position by John Bigley. The former was lying under a train trying to see what kept the wheels on the track, when Bigley espied him and drew him out of danger, Good act John. Considerable Damage Done. The storm on Thursday did considerable damage in our town. A washout occurred on Boundary street that will cost several hundred dollars to repair. At the water works park a washout of two culverts is reported, On hill street a private terrace was washed from its moorings and on Beaver street the business people had the same old experience of battling with mud and water, in order to save their merchandise from being destroyed, That there is some thing radical wrong with the sewerage system goes without saying. Candidate for Borough Engineer. We learn that Mr. John Van Cleve, of Broad street, who has been assistant to the Borough Engineer for some time, aspires to be chief engineer. He is well qualified for the position, being a bright, practical young man and a resident of our borough since childhood. Mr. VanGleve is an experienced engineer, and the borough authorities could not make a better choice. The Justice Sustained. Some time ago Mr. H. G. Todd, of this place, was brought before Justice of the Peace Nathan Buckley, of Edgeworth, for violating an ordinance regulating the speed of automobiles. Mr. Todd appealed the case to court, and on Tuesday a decision was handed down by the presiding judge sustaining Mr. Buckley. New Batik at Leetsdale. A new banking institution for the thriving town of Leetsdale has been formed with a capital of $50- 000. Mr. Isaac Jackson, Frank R. Stoner, John S. Graig, William Bauman, and J. R. McQuaid are the incorporators. Another Wreck. A wreck occurred at Glenfield on Wednesday that blocked the tracks for nearly two hours and held up the New York and Chicago limited. A long freight train was blocked between Haysville and Glenfield, while another freight train came along and crashed into it. Before the crews could realize the situation a third freight came up and commenced playing tag with the other two, with the result that several cars were splintered and the tracks strewn with wreckage. No one was hurt. .* i ::,,K S •$>
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Full Text | MAR 5 19o4 ii Fear no man, and do justice to all men." Itemlfc Vol. I. SEWICKLEY, PA., SATURDAY, MARCH 5, 1904. No. 25 Last Meeting of the Present Gouncil—But Little Business Transacted. FAREWELL TO PBESISENT CHAPLIN. Council met on Wednesday evening with all the members present; President Chaplin in the chair. Very little business was transacted, the time being taken up in the discussion of several matters pertaining to the borough. The removal of the old buildings on the borough property was discussed, but no definite action was taken. Several matters relating to the borough engineer's office especially the repairing of sidewalks and sewers, were taken up. There have been several complaints lately regarding sewer drops freezing and backing up surface water; also that ponds of stagnant water are allowed to lie untouched, especially one in the alley abutting on Straight street between Centennial avenue and Beaver street. The engineer was criticized for not having these things remidied. There are several pieces of sidewalk needing relaying or repairing. An interesting discussion arose regarding the right of council to specify the kind of material to be used in laying new walks—whether it should be brick, stone, tar, grano- lith, &c. Some members were in favor of making a uniform system of granolith walks, while others objected. The borough solicitor was requested to learn if council had full power in the matter. John M. Tate declined to serve on the board of health, and G. G. Stucke was appointed in his place, The report of the borough engineer was received, It was quite lengthy. The report showed that the office had cost the borougfor salaries the past year about $2,700. At this point Vice President Miller took the chair, and R. R. Brown presented the following resolutions : • " Whereas, Mr. James G. Chaplin is about to retire from this body, much to the regret of all his associates, and this occasion offers a fitting opportunity to express pur appreciation of the valuable services rendered during a continuous period of six years, in which the business acumen and conservatism, which have marked his success in the business world, have been placed at the disposal of the citizens of the borough, in the administration of municipal affairs. His colleagues in the council desire also to indicate their appreciation of his high worth as presiding officer and his readiness at all times during his incumbency, to accord to all, in a fair and impartial manner, not only a patient hearing, but careful consideration; therefore, be it "Resolved, That a vote of thanks be tendered to him for his services to the borough, and that this resolution be inscribed in full upon the minutes." On motion the resolution was accepted and a hearty vote of thanks was tendered Mr. Ghaplin. Several of the members expressed their appreciation of Mr. Ghaplain's long services and their regret at his departure. Mr. Ghaplin responded very feelingly to the tribute bestowed. There being no further business Gouncil then adjourned to meet next Monday evening, when the new body will be organized. Residence of H. 0. Nevin is Destroyed. Assessor Appointed. The Commissioners have appointed Mr. Jos. H. Davis, of Maple Lane, as assessor in the First ward. Mr. Davis has been a resident of this place for many years and is said to be a man of good judgment and well fitted for the position. The residence of H. O. Nevin, back of Edgeworth, and just off the Beaver road, was burned to the ground last Tuesday evening about 7.SO o'clock. Nothing was saved but a few articles of furniture. The fire started from the explosion of an upset lamp in the kitchen and was quickly communicated to the other rooms. The Sewickley fire department responded, but could do little, as the fire had gained great headway and there was no water plug near. Mr. Nevin is in Idaho looking after business interests. His wife and four children were in the house at the time and all' got out safely. The house was a frame structure of seven rooms. The loss will reach $6,000, and is fully insured. An Heroic Act. On Saturday evening a colored man, whose name he did not learn, was rescued from a perilous position by John Bigley. The former was lying under a train trying to see what kept the wheels on the track, when Bigley espied him and drew him out of danger, Good act John. Considerable Damage Done. The storm on Thursday did considerable damage in our town. A washout occurred on Boundary street that will cost several hundred dollars to repair. At the water works park a washout of two culverts is reported, On hill street a private terrace was washed from its moorings and on Beaver street the business people had the same old experience of battling with mud and water, in order to save their merchandise from being destroyed, That there is some thing radical wrong with the sewerage system goes without saying. Candidate for Borough Engineer. We learn that Mr. John Van Cleve, of Broad street, who has been assistant to the Borough Engineer for some time, aspires to be chief engineer. He is well qualified for the position, being a bright, practical young man and a resident of our borough since childhood. Mr. VanGleve is an experienced engineer, and the borough authorities could not make a better choice. The Justice Sustained. Some time ago Mr. H. G. Todd, of this place, was brought before Justice of the Peace Nathan Buckley, of Edgeworth, for violating an ordinance regulating the speed of automobiles. Mr. Todd appealed the case to court, and on Tuesday a decision was handed down by the presiding judge sustaining Mr. Buckley. New Batik at Leetsdale. A new banking institution for the thriving town of Leetsdale has been formed with a capital of $50- 000. Mr. Isaac Jackson, Frank R. Stoner, John S. Graig, William Bauman, and J. R. McQuaid are the incorporators. Another Wreck. A wreck occurred at Glenfield on Wednesday that blocked the tracks for nearly two hours and held up the New York and Chicago limited. A long freight train was blocked between Haysville and Glenfield, while another freight train came along and crashed into it. Before the crews could realize the situation a third freight came up and commenced playing tag with the other two, with the result that several cars were splintered and the tracks strewn with wreckage. No one was hurt. .* i ::,,K S •$> |
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