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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1889
Page
6
Noremac leads a grueling pedestrian race at the Central Rank with Hegelman and Connors pursuing. Spectators witness a tense chase as the Scotchman battles to maintain his slim margin amid shifting pace and late surges from rivals.
Jack Jenks defeats W Sommers in a catch weight bout at 170 pounds in a stable. Queensberry rules observed. The bout lasted three rounds with Jenks landing a decisive jaw strike in the third. A $10 forfeit offered to backer of William Bissell for Jenks victory.
The challenge from Jake Bilrain to Jem South for a bout in London is issued with Bilrain seeking a ring rule aligned fight. Bilrain favors direct agreement on the date and labels newspaper controversy as unnecessary while promising a straightforward contest.
The ad touts line of Gents Calf Shoes using calf stock and Dongola tops with oak leather soles. It claims no scratching tacks or threads, flexible fit, and comfort. Priced at five dollars, rivaling machine sewed shoes and promising satisfaction. Also promotes a $350 line of Men's Call Shoes available in all widths and styles.
TheLouisvilles defeated the Alleghenies before a large crowd as Galvin’s pitches puzzled locals early. Stratton held the line for Louisville, fielding well aside from a third inning error by Shannon. Multiple players contributed, with Browning and Esterbrook driving key hits and Tomney’s fielding shining.
Columbus, April 1. The Columbus team defeated the Springfield Tri-State squad in a close game. Players Lawless Stensel Gallagher and Demeron contributed key plays as Columbus edged past Springfield. Final score details are unclear due to damaged OCR text.
The Spalding baseball tourists reached Philadelphia from Baltimore on the B&O Railroad shortly after noon, greeted by President Reach and Colonel John L Rogers of the Philadelphia club. A committee including the Scorers' Association escorted them to Gloucester ferry where the party proceeded to a planked paveway near Worcester.
A Franklin sprinter F J Edwards defeated Oil City's C L Garrison in a $100 purse 200 yard race at the fairgrounds. Large crowds from both cities attended, bets unsettled as Oil City declined to stake on their runner.
Captain Q A McClure forwards agreement to Charles Glass of New Castle for a shooting match. The plan calls for McClure to shoot Glass at 25 live pigeons, with locations in or around the Castle or Pittsburg area.
The third day of the Newmarket Craven meeting featured a one mile race for ten sovereigns with Gay Hampton in the field. The event highlighted notable contenders and the outcome remains part of the day's racing notes.
Sporting notes preview Horace and his squad aim to defeat Cincinnati today and win again at home tomorrow. Samus and Emink form the Duaquemes’ battery against the Oaklands tomorrow. Jon Morrill signs with the Washington club for 4,000 dollars to play and manage. Hann Meree and Delehanty fight ended with eyes closed.
Justine Genes 23 daughter of August G Genes, Morrisania Schuetzen Park proprietor, killed herself with a revolver. Father away. body found by mother in Brooklyn. Note in German asks others not to reveal intentional act, signed Justine.
Jacob Henderson, a feared black desperado with many followers, was captured by a party of masked white men at his home. As they tried to take him to the woods, his outnumbered guards opened fire and were repelled by Henderson’s supporters. Two whites were wounded, one fatally, while Henderson escaped.
A correspondent reports widespread ambitions among legislators seeking higher posts from governor to speaker. The Philadelphia area names include Delamater, Blair, Capp, Dearden, and Penrose among others seeking offices or appointments as the Centennial in New York looms. but the Republican State Committee has not yet met for organization.
Dr Neff seeks a special order for a bill on uniform text books in public schools amid five introduced measures. Critics blame the Department of Public Instruction for blocking bills and warn of a school book ring, while proposals call for a commission to edit or compile school texts and possibly expand to printing.
In Harrisburg on April 11 rumors spread that Wherry’s sinking fund regulation resolution may be taken up. The proposed amendment to section 29 of the general revenue bill aims to reduce fund inflow, with Auditor General backing. Wherry defends his plan, noting high expected revenues from capital stock and discussing bond purchase rules and state versus United States securities guidance.
At Harrisburg on April 11 Governor Beaver and Generals Hartranft Wiley Snowden and Hastings discussed Philadelphia regiments wanting dress uniforms for a New York parade. Hastings favors a full dress appearance. Spring events include encampments and guard inspections in July and August across Pennsylvania with commanders and inspectors noted for the Pennsylvania troops.
In Ottawa on April 11 the House of Commons debated marks on cheese sold to England. Mr Vanasee urged government action against U S dealers labeling Canadian products to mislead buyers. Sir John Macdonald said the issue has been raised and suggested making the offense a penal act.
St. Louis pitcher known as the "Silver King" ends salary holdout and attaches his name to a contract, announcing he will pitch for Cincinnati next week.
Frisco New York April 1 Jack Dempsey rushed to the Police Gosette office with Denny Westigan Tom Evans and Prof Healy seeking a $5,000 purse offer from the Southern California Athletic Club of Los Angeles for a bout with Johnny Reagan. Reagan or his backer Billy Reia were sought without success and the party returned Falton Market. He stated he would meet Dempsey after his October bout with Mitchell.
In Pittsburgh reports, lightweight prospect Joey McCarty trained under Prof. Tom Sterck for three months and drew attention from friends seeking a match. The Pittsburg Rifle Club held a well attended shoot with scores listed for Haggins Panlaee Shesein and others.
In Washington on April 11 Judge Thurman and his grandson arrived at the Ebbitt House and the judge, feeble, walked with aid. He met Attorney Miller at the Department of Justice for a conference on the telegraph cases and later called on President Harrison, marking his first meeting with the President.
The Senate Appropriations Committee left for Pittsburg in a special car with Chairman Reyburn in command. Senator Newmyer was appointed to the vacancy created by Senator Rutan’s resignation due to ill health and remains at home in Alleghany. Senator Robbins could not join the party but planned to connect in the morning.
A Loyal Legion and Grand Army group from Philadelphia visited Governor Harrisburg with Rep Stewart to urge signing a soldiers preference bill for public appointments. They ask amendments to remove penalties, and the Governor indicated he would sign if the Attorney General deemed it constitutional when certified by the Legislature.
Harrisburg reports the Senate adopted a 20 to 13 vote to send the Legislature and Governor Beaver and staff to New York for the Washington centennial celebration. Opponents cited cost and duty. House Centennial Affairs Committee members also to travel for arrangements.
Twenty three Grand Army men of the House and Senate met in Harrisburg and resolved to hold a camp fire in the House hall on Thursday evening April 25 with Governor Beaver invited to preside. All veterans and legislative members, including in the bureaus, will be invited to participate. Colonel Bean was named chairman of the meeting and of the arrangements committee, with authority to appoint four more members.
Harrisburg April 11 delegations to aid the schools managed to corral five votes despite amendments. The bill excludes the schools' appropriation for the name action in the by the sh ave were Copenh Billings of Washington, Messrs. Smith and Franklin of Lancaster, Me Butt Ritter of Lycoming, and Mr. Hots ler of Juniata.
Quiet efforts mark the day as supporters and opponents maneuver over Mr. Wherry’s proposed anti-discrimination measure. A special order is planned for morning action while lobbyists push to influence key senators.
In New Orleans on April 11 a half mile race saw wrestler win in 5 seconds with Lady Buckburn second and Mies Gibson third. The next event featured a sea race with Lacy and Silleck placing second and a k:asib won by another entrant with mataheene thiva noted among finishers.
Harrisburg reports the majority of Nicolls unseated and Finley seated, a costly investigation with witness fees stenographic costs committee expenses and printing totaling about 14000, with salaries proposed boosting total near 30000. Hines street railway incorporation bill with amendments moves forward after city passenger railway committee review.
Harrisburg dispatch reports Representative Wherry denounces a manual training bill that would spend 100000 to launch programs in boroughs and cities. He says the measure effectively taxes residents for the benefit of schools while Col Bean and Mr Krate clash over school provisions amid debate.
Special telegram reports a three day women’s walking match starting this afternoon with two starters, Clara Bell of Allo- among them.
New York April 11 Ex President Grover Cleveland was tonight elected an honorary life member of the Manhattan Club at a meeting of its Board of Governors. The club constitution was recently amended to permit this action.
Fragmentary notice references Onna Carlin and her associates at Lacock and Allegheny with unclear details and dates. No additional context or concrete actions are readable.
From Harrisburg April 11 a staff correspondent reports the employers liability bill was sent back with a negative committee vote after clearing the Senate. Officials hope for a second hearing amid ongoing debate and procedural moves in the legislature.
A catalog style listing highlights lace stock in various patterns and widths. Describes parasol covers and ceilings, tidies, embroideries, parasols and sunshades, ladies undergarments, corsets, waists, infants outfits, and full gents wear including shirts hosiery gloves and neckwear. Emphasizes wide selection and quality brands.
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