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Allegheny Cemetery PAID Allegheny Cemetery Non-Profit Allegheny Organization U.S. POSTAGE Cemetery PAID A Publication of the Allegheny Cemetery Historical Association Pittsburgh, PA 4734 Butler Street Permit No. 3588 Pittsburgh, PA 15201-2951 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Established April 24, 1844 Gate Hours April 7:00 am - 7:00 pm May 7:00 am - 8:00 pm A Publication of the Allegheny Cemetery Historical Association Volume XXIV 2015 June - August 7:00 am - 7:00 pm September - March 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday Gates open at 10:00 am A LANDMARK LOSS Office Hours Monday through Friday by Nancy E. Foley 8:15 am - 5:00 pm Saturday of sylvan splendor so unlike the surrounding 8:15 am - 4:00 pm LLEGHENY (412) 682-1624 CEMETERY urban sprawl– winding drives curve along FAX: (412) 622-0655 A sloping hills, magnificent displays of memorial www.alleghenycemetery.com opened the 2015 New Year with a historic statuary sit beneath the shade of ancient trees, loss - in the early morning placid ponds dotted with water lilies invite a hours of January 1st, a vehicle fawn or fox to drink. Indeed, the dream that traveling at a high rate of became Allegheny Cemetery was meant to speed drove through the be safely guarded, and over 170 years later the iconic entrance gate that formidable, yet inviting, entrance still beck- has been a Butler Street ons us to take a moment’s pause for reflection landmark for over a century before entering this consecrated space. and a half. ing in size from less than an inch to a few feet REVolutionary WAR across. The extensive cleaning process revealed RECONSTRUCTING A Heroes Remembered A SCENE OF UTTER gate pieces that had landed as far away from the LANDMARK DESTRUCTION point of impact as the parking lot and fountain A point of pride for Pittsburgh natives, the “castle like” entrance on Butler Street symbol- Significant work has been done at the final resting place of two famed In what could be described as a miracle, apex – an astonishing distance of some 200+ izes our community’s commitment to values figures of the Revolutionary War. General John Neville and Major Isaac there was no serious bodily harm to feet. Crystalline shards of glass and twisted and is deserving of a replacement that is equal Craig rest in Section 11, Lot 21 and, while their reputations are still impec- persons involved, but the seriousness of plastic seemed to have rained down upon the cable, their aged family obelisk was significantly damaged in the macro- the incident was readily evident – the scene with permanent imprints of the explosive continued on Page 7 burst of 2002. With generous financial support from a private donor, the driveway, interior road, lawn, sidewalk event left in gashes and pockmarks in the sand- A.C.H.A. removed the original shaft into storage and a sparkling new and portico were littered with debris stone façade of the Administration complex. granite obelisk in the same fine style and taste was manufactured. In- of varying size and material, including stalled July 27, 2015, the new monument has done much to improve the several dozen individual pieces of the AN ICONIC SYMBOL appearance of the lot, which also features full length ledgers depicting life obliterated entrance gate, each rang- The gates, which were chained at the time, histories in a style that was very popular among military and political were of solid cast iron and stood 8.5’ high and figures in the 18th Century. 12’ wide, each rod measuring 2’’ in diameter Inside and thickness. Specifically commissioned to compliment the 1848 arched entrance, the A Landmark Loss 1 gate was an ornamental security measure President’s Message 2 against thieves and vandals, though to many, Pittsburgh Coal Barons 3 it represented a demarcation point between Honor and Memory Gifts 4-5 the present and the past, chaos and peace. We Missing Mayors Found 6 can imagine the Victorian scene: a Porter in coattails opens the gate by hand, confirms ad- Facebook Photo Contest 7 mittance via ticket, bows to the passing car- Board of Corporators 7 riage and dutifully returns to his post at the Revolutionary War Heroes 8 cottage office. Guests proceed into a world continued from Page 1 ALLEGHENY CEMETERY HERITAGE to its predecessor in beauty and quality. After accepting bids for the is a publication of the Allegheny Cemetery project from several reputable professionals, the job was awarded to a Historical Association. Facebook local firm with the aim of recreating the original structure down to the © 2015 Allegheny Cemetery Historical Association Photo last detail. As blueprints have been long lost to time, preliminary steps BOARD OF DIRECTORS President’s involved gathering as many original pieces as possible, which were laid Harmar D. Denny, IV out like a puzzle to create a working design template. Historic images President and Chairman of the Board Contest of the entrance were studied in comparison and adjustments made for Torrence M. Hunt, Jr. Message It’s not too late to enter our Facebook photo contest! Vice President EAR FRIENDS, accuracy. The project is currently in the manufacturing phase and, 12 winning images will be selected to appear in a 2016 cal- James M. Edwards I am happy to report that if all goes according to plan, the much anticipated installation will be Treasurer D endar published by the A.C.H.A.. To enter, “like” Al- complete by the 2015 holiday season. This would mean that on the The Very Reverend George L.W. Werner the last year has been legheny Cemetery on Facebook, post a pic taken at the 2016 anniversary of the incident, Allegheny Cemetery’s Butler Street Director marked with noticeable improvements Cemetery on our main page, tag us and use the hashtag entrance should be as good as new, or in this case, as good as old! #HistoricAlleghenyCemetery when posting. Entry deadline EMERITUS to two historically significant is December 21st. James C. McGough structures adorning Allegheny funded placement of a new roof, pointing PAST DIRECTORS Cemetery’s property. Charles C. Arensberg, Esq. of brickwork, structural repairs and a new J. Mabon Childs coat of weather resistant paint. This work The 1961 Temple of Memories Mausoleum Torrence M. Hunt, Sr. is expected to keep this important structure and Raymond F. Moreland Memorial Cha- Raymond F. Moreland operational for the next decade. John C. Oliver, III pel have been revitalized by the results of a William A. Seifert, Jr. campaign to refurbish the space in honor of As always, you are invited to see the evi- Rev. William S. Thomas the departed at rest as well as for the benefit dence of our endeavors for yourself, and if of our many daily guests. After several de- DESIGN AND PRODUCTION you are able to give toward the fruition of our cades without major updates, the A.C.H.A. Nancy E. Foley preservation goals, I encourage you to make Chris Letzelter funded the 2014 installation of plush new a tax-friendly contribution in any amount! David J. Michener carpeting throughout the main floor and Co-Editors and Designers Gifts may be made in memory of a loved one tiled flooring in the Crematory reception or in honor of the living and are prominently room. This spring, the Moreland Chapel CONTRIBUTORS acknowledged in each issue of The Heritage. “Is it spring yet?” Fox kits, photographed by Stephen Foley James M. Edwards was fitted with new seating in a variety of Large amounts can be pledged over time and Nancy E. Foley styles and tasteful patterns, which has done Lisa Speranza designated for a specific purpose or wherever much for the comfort of grieving families. it is needed most. Other modes of support Allegheny Cemetery Board of Corporators ALLEGHENY CEMETERY include naming the A.C.H.A. as a beneficia- Torrence M. Hunt, Jr., Chairman of the Board William Duff McCrady Vice-Chairman of the Board HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION As part of the A.C.H.A.’s commitment to ry in your will, living trust, insurance policy The Association is based on a concept set forth by beautification, extensive repairs were made Mrs. George B. Berger, Jr. Lisa C. Fagan Lulu Orr William H. Simpson the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation. or retirement plan. Established March 17, 1980, the Association is a to the mid-century greenhouse complex, Kay Ebbert Bissell Henry C. Flood, Jr. Martha Reed J. Brandon Snyder non-profit educational and charitable organization which supports the Cemetery’s year-round Dr. Ellsworth Bowser J. Pennock Graham Scott W. Reid William P. Snyder, V Please know that your gift to the A.C.H.A. which can accept foundation and other grants and growing season and provides the major- George E. Childs Alexander Hays, IV Fred L. Rose Ramsey C. Speer provides tax exempt status for gifts and bequests impacts not only what specific jobs we are ity of all floral décor placed throughout George B. Davis Henry Phipps Hoffstot, III Walter F. Rutkowski Mary M. Unkovic from organizations and individuals. able to do with funds available, but on a the grounds. The Historical Association Stuart Nye Hutchison, III Ellis L. Schmidlapp Joseph C. Walton Through the PH&LF’s efforts, the entire Allegheny larger scale, the quality of life for countless John H. Demmler Cemetery and its buildings were given Landmark Harmar D. Denny, IV Jay Knowles Thomas M. Schmidt H. Knox Watson, III status and placed on the National Register of residents and regional citizens who return Lisa Childs Laskow Henry C. Scully Joshua C. Whetzel, III Historic Places.
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