Are They Your Kin?

Two Sisters Fight
Mrs. Margaret Jack of McKeesport (divorced wife of James Black) was fined for fighting with her sister, Mrs. Samuel Black of Christy park.  Mrs. Samuel Blackdivorced wife of James Black, of McKeesport. "Mrs. Jack was held for trial at court in the sum of $600 bail, which she readily furnished."--The Pittsburgh Press, June 2, 1895, p1

He Shot and Slashed
Wm. McDermott of Louisville, president of the Kentucky Stove and Mantel company was shot and wounded by Thomas F. Kelly. Kelly also fired three shots at Sim Watkins, secretary of the company. "...Kelly proceeded to his home, and, going to his room, cut his throat with a a razor."--The Pittsburgh Press, June 2, 1895, p1

Man and Child Dead
Hamilton Neiswanger, aged 72 years, of Bellaire, OH, was driving when his horses became frightened and he was crushed to death when his wagon upset, "...He leaves an aged mother." --The Pittsburgh Press, June 2, 1895, p1
Jacob Showall's 6 year old son was bitten on the right cheek by a copperhead snake. "...Before medical aid could be summond the child died." --The Pittsburgh Press, June 2, 1895, p1