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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1892

Page

11

Crowded Opening Day Opens Reds vs Pirates Controversy

Cincinnati fans pack the park as the Reds face the Pirates with Ned Harden injured and Baldwin pitching strongly for Pittsburgh. Halligan, McPhee and Swartwood spark a Reds rally, but Pittsburg holds on for a 7 to 5 win in a chaotic opener amid crowd noise and scattered errors.

Colonel Beckley Missouri Antonio Halligan O'Neill Baldy Cammy Smith Farrell Barrington Mulleuc Latham Baldwin Jerry Bierbauer Steel McPhee Swartwood

Unclear baseball game notation with mixed errors

The fragment lists hits by Hollider Miller and Beckiey a home run, stolen bases by H Comiskey Bierbaue Jacie Shugart and E Smith, and players Mullane Baldwin Mullane Mack Maliane. Mentions pitches, walks, hit by pitch, outs, a one hour forty five minute duration, and umpire Lynch.

Lynch

Opening Championship Game Between Chicago and St Louis

A crowd of over 8000 watched Chicago win a cold opening game 14 to 10 over St Louis. Notable plays included Anson’s long homer and Glasscock’s four errors at short amid a messy, error-filled performance by both sides.

St. Lou St. Louis Chicago Chicagos Glasscock Browns Hutchinson Bridenstein Gleason Scriver Lillian Rugsell John L. Sullivan

Baseball championship opener dampened by cold and gate rise

April 12 Primapetruta opening day drew only about half the usual crowd due to cold weather and higher admission. New York defeated Philadelphia 6 to 4 as Hallmann's errors at second base helped tilt the game. O'Rourke batted in a run in all four at bats and Allen shone in the field, with 4,700 in attendance.

Primapetruta Hallmann New York O'Rourke Allen

Washington Upsets Boston In Cold Day Classic

More than six thousand fans witnessed Washington vs Boston as Clarkson and Kelly formed a strong battery. Radford and Hoy faltered in the field while Long and Clarkson homered. Killen pitched well but lacked support. Richardson and Long starred at infield as Washington claimed a 4 to 4 tie with Boston.

Wasurtsetos Washington Boston Clarkson Kelly Killen Radford Hoy Long Danny Richardson Wash'er Rep AE Hoy du Larkin Ht Biche Mecarthy Milligan DP Nash D.kichs'n Duffee Nash Larkin Tucker Clarkeon Stelen Donovan Duffy Storey Meemeth Larkie Rafford Chardson Kien Ana Sulueenn Gaffory

Opening of 1892 baseball season in Louisville gala event

In Louisville on April 12 the baseball season began with a gala day. About 5,000 spectators watched Cleveland lead early but Louisville overtook in the fourth inning and held on for a 6 to 4 victory. Pfeiffer Grim and Breen starred for Louisville with notable fielding and timely hitting.

Louisvillus Louisville Clevelands Pfeiffer Grim Breen Brown

To-Day's League Games List From Pittsburg to Chicago

Pittsburg plays Cincinnati while Boston visits Washington and Brooklyn meets Baltimore. New York engages in Cleveland as Louisville hosts St Louis and Chicago faces St Louis with a varied slate in Curacao.

Pittsburg Cincinnati Boston Washin Brooklyn Baltimore New Yorkingto Cleveland Louisville Chicago St. Louis

Illinois-Iown League Chooses Eight Clubs Forming With Evansville

At a Sharman House meeting the Illinois-Iown baseball league decided to admit Evansville and Terre Haute, forming an eight club circuit with Rock Island Rockford Joliet Peoria Quincy Jacksonville and Terre Haute Evansville. The season opener was set for April 28 but the schedule remained unfinished.

Sharman Diana Evansville Terre Haute Aurora Burlington Seler Rock Island Rockford Joliet Peoria Quincy Jacksonville

Rhines Unable to Pitch Month for Team Stint

Pitcher W. P. Rhines announced he cannot pitch for a month. He arrived from Pittsburg on the same train as the club delegation. Charley Eden, the former Pittsburg fielder, rode from Indianapolis to attend the opener, and John Ewing was among the large crowd in the sun. He looks well but still battles a lingering cough.

Cisoimnati W. P. Rhines Pittsburg Charley Eden Indianapolis John Ewing

Teemer Ex-champion Looks to World Double Scull Title

In a letter dated April 7 from St. Louis Mo the ex champion oarsman John Teemer says the Mississippi Valley Amateur Rowing Association regatta offers a large purse for a professional double scull race. He and Geo H Hosmer of Boston will train here with Edward Hanlan and William O Connor for the world championship set for May. The rivals must row record time or better to win.

New York John Teemer St. Josrin Mississippi Valley Amateur Rowing Association Geo. H. Hosmer Boston Edward Hanlan Wm. O'Connor O’connor Hanlan

Ohio pool selling bill defeated in House vote

Coremars Ohio April 12 Special There was a slight argument as the pool selling bill was defeated by the House today. The author argued that selling pools would occur with or without a law and suggested legalization to curb outside underhand methods. The bill failed 8 to 2. Allen Greene cast a vote to seek reconsideration.

Coremars Clark Cuyahoga Bto Allen Greene

Gratz Park horse show opens with million-dollar exhibi­tion

April 12 at Gratz Park marked the annual horse show with more than 1,000,000 dollars of thoroughbreds and trotting stallions and hackneys on display. John A. Logan Jr. from Youngstown, Ohio, sent two hackneys while Strader bought Ora Clay from Charles Moore for 1000 dollars. R B Metcalf purchased Preference, a three-year-old chestnut filly, from W Donnell of Lebanon Tennessee for 1600 dollars and plans to breed her to Artillery.

Crxormsati Gratz Park John A. Logan, Jr Youngstown O. R Strader Charles Moore Fily Ora Clay Clay Oriole Folly C. M. Clay, Jr R. B. Metcalf W. Donnell Lebanon Tenn Nutwood Pancoast Anthem Caster Artillery

Track meet results from Gurrernene on April 12

The report notes small attendance with multiple races. First five furio tawar led by Ml with second and Vandal thi Time 1:4. Second race six furlongs saw Alma win, Servus second, me 17164 third. Third race six and a half furlongs Uncer tainty won, Character second, Rover third. One mile RB age led by Lorenzo, Woodcutter third. Fifth race half mile Eleanor first, Roc line second. Sixth race five furlongs Gia vrr Sane Genenks Blanche finished third with time 1:03.

Furio Tawar Vandal Trrecular Alma Servus Uncertainty Character Rover Rivece Lorenzo Woodcutter Eleanor Firs Epamel Roc Gia Vrr Sane Genenks Blanche

Races at Memphia Mrurar Results Summary

Racing at Memphia Mrurar on April 12 produced six furlongs results with Jim Head winning, Prince Eiloney second, Parapet third. Four furlongs winner Co vere with second place at Third race won by First ap, Faithful third. Seven furlongs saw Gill first Rosemont second Costa Rica third. One mile Maria arsi won with Forhall d. Taviee conquered first, Van Zandt second, E Powers third. The entry numbered 17354.

Memphia Mrurar Jim Head Prince Eiloney Parapet Timet Ming Be Covere Faithful Gill Rosemont Costa Rica Mariea Arsi Taviee Con ‘Rince van Zandt Teccona E Powers

Grand live bird shoot at Exposition Park tomorrow

Pittsboro Gun Club will stage a grand live bird shoot at Exposition Park tomorrow afternoon with LOCO live birds. A big sweepstakes features a match between Joe Giesenkamp and C M Hostétter on one side and J UHL Denny and partner on the other.

Exposition Park Pittsboro

Washington Checker Tournament Draws Strong Local Interest

In Washington, the M. M. A. Checker Club hosts a two day tournament with twelve entrants. Prof. E. C. Sawhill tops the standings with nine wins and no losses as play proceeds toward the end of the event.

Wasumetor

Live Bird Match At Cutcaco Ends With Hagerty Victory

A 100 live birds match held at Cutcaco yesterday afternoon saw J. E. Hagerty of St. Louis defeat William E. Mussey of Chicago, 36 birds to 84. Hagerty claimed the win and the purse of $100 per side.

Cutcaco William E. Mussey Chicago J. E. Hagerty St. Louis Hager Mussey Tal

Hall to Fight Fitzsimmons for Large Purse at Olympic Ring

Jim Hall and Bob Fitzsimmons agree to a win or lose prize fight to a finish for at least $12,000 with a $5,000 side bet each. The venue will be the Olympic in New Orleans California Pacific or San Francisco offering the largest purse. Catch weights apply.

Jim Hall Bob Fitzsimmons Olympic New Orleans California Pacific San Francisco John Sullivan St. Mary's Hospital Miwwaukee Carroll Fitzsimmons Benita Paul J. Pi Hou Berry M. McHton Mike Columbus Joux L. Sullivan Harrison Greggrexs Tebeb Fitzsimmons Hall Roy

Starters praise and slams in a lively boxing season report

A lively sports column notes mixed results from yesterday’s games and matches. References include Sullivan and Fitzsimmons linked figures, plans for new signals, betting chatter, and managerial maneuvers, with Chicago and Milwaukee as focal points.

Moran Changes Mind on England Return After Fight

The St Paul pugilist Charli MORAN reverses plan to return to England. He gauges the Eddie Avery result and asserts a solid claim to superiority in his class. He cites Maher and other rivals, with bets and stakes influencing the boxing scene in Philadelphia, La Crosse, and Brooklyn.

St. Paul Maher America la Crome Wis Ed Boane

Hill Farm mine disaster yields last three corpses

Oxsionxtows April 12 A long mine rescue ends as 29 miners entombed since June 16 1890 are finally recovered. The last body found is Barney Maust identified by coat checks numbered 29. Maust likely died near the bore hole while attempting to reach the manway. Names of six identified men listed with ages and status of survivors. Coroner to view remains and order interment.

Hill Farm Barney Maust Maust Doran Hill Maut Manwar Poonne Hulbert James McCune Peter Reagan Willian Hayes Milton Turner Wdow Joseph Bigley

Session elects officers and endorses Assembly actions

The Second Church met this afternoon with Rev. Frank Fish elected Moderator and Rev. T. Anderson as stated clerk. Rev. J. Nevin moved from Sharon to Waynesburg, and the session discussed the last General Assembly action and changes in the confession of faith by the revision committee.

Frank Fish Claysville T. Anderson J. Nevin Sharon Waynesburg Committee On Revision

Fishermen Lease Lake Browning Waters for Club

Charles B. Redman arrived from Lake Browning Maryland on Saturday evening with a trout weighing over two pounds. He leased the entire waters and five acres of land to build cot races and plans to organize a club of about forty members to enjoy the sport.

Astortrows Charles B. Redman Ake Browning

Sporting Notes From Hamilton and Cincinnati Rowing Updates

Hamilton sculler Jefer Doxochue seeks reinstatement with expected favorable action. William F Hamler, a billiards expert, has been matched one on one with Mayer of St Paul. The Point of Pines has risen this year under Manager Thayer. A scull race between O Connor and Hanan and Teemer and Hosmer will be moved. Cincinnati Gymnasium Boat Club prepares new boats and club building to boost rowing. Dorrin McEwas, ex swimming instructor, seeks Philadelphia natatorium post.

Jefer Doxochue Hamilton Yas Harvard Willliam F. HamLer Duluth Mayer St. Paul M-tech Erlocteptenes Point of Pines Thayer O'Connor Hanian Teemer Hosmer Cincinnati Cincinnati Gymnasium Dorrin McEwas Natatorium Philadelphia

Child Drowns After Canal Swim in Freemansburg

In Beruthem Pennsylvania April 12 six year old Fred Fisher leapt into the Lehigh canal at Freemansburg claiming he would bathe for rheumatism. A passing coal train crew halted their engine and tossed a rope and plank but Fisher did not grip them and drowned. No foul play or self harm noted.

Beruthem Fred Fisher Lehigh Canal Freemansburg Fisher

Death by self inflicted wound at state hospital

An inmate, Joseph W. Motts, died this morning at the Pennsylvania State Hospital from self inflicted throat cutting with a razor. The act occurred while attendants were away in another ward, leaving the jury mystified by the deceased’s manner.

Joseph W. Motts Pennsylvania State Hospital

Community mass meeting plans Russian relief fund

In McKersport Pennsylvania on April 12 a mass meeting at White's Opera House approved a drive to raise money for Russian relief. A fifteen member committee was formed to solicit contributions and early voluntary subscriptions reached about Boon 200 to start the fund.

McKersport White's Opera House

General D'Andlan Dead in Cayenne

General D'Andlan a well known Paris figure died in poverty in Cayenne French Guiana after years of wandering. He was involved in the scandal that led to the disgrace and fall of M Wilson son-in-law of President Grevy. He was condemned to five years in prison and loss of his Senatorial title and citizen rights.

Paramwa General D'Andlan Paris Cayanne French Guiana M. Wilson Grevy

Passover Week Begins As Hebrew Festival Opens

The Passover festival begins on Monday and runs until the following Sunday night marking 35 centuries of observance. It recalls the Israelites' departure from Egypt to freedom and signals the start of the ecclesiastical year for Hebrews with a ritual of four cups of wine and no leavened bread.

Israel Egypt Lfe

Detectives file dozen Sun day law violators for court

Agent McClure states his men have furnished names of a dozen additional persons who violated the Sunday law and will present them before Alderman Roche soon. Rowe's court will probably begin to grind today.

McClure Alderman Roche Rowe

Politicians and travelers pass through Pittsburgh hotels

Gea A Jenks and wife of Brookville travel to Washington amid Democratic faction talk. Jenks cites anticipated Cleveland endorsement and hopes for harmony, while omitting Wallace terms. Other notable guests include A Egley and William Boyd at the Duquesne, Mrs Cobb en route to Washington, and officials connected with Pennsylvania routes.

Geo. A. Jenks Brookville Washington Pennsylvania Duquesne Congressman Cobb Missouri Frank VanDusen Pennsylvania Company J. H. Stratton Akron F. E. Thomas Niles Monongahela House F. H. Buhl Sharpg Dr. & Graham Butler Anderson

Military Guard Quells Jail Attack on George Stottsberry

In Newank on April 12 the military was deployed to guard the jail and protect the accused assailant George Stottsberry from mob violence after an assault on Enina Adward. The scene calmed, but strong indignation remains and no further outbreak is feared.

Newank George Stottsberry Enina Adward

McKinley aide runs for Congress in Seven teenth District

Hor C L Pooumax, governor McKinley's secretary of state, announces his candidacy for Congress in the Seven teenth District. An explosion at the Cressona powder mills near Pottsville injures one worker. a night foreman escapes. Pastor Zeit of Steubenville German Lutheran Church faces a street altercation with Mrs Mary McDonald's son and mother, leading to mayoral charges filed.

C. L. Pooumax McKinley Seventeenth Cressona Pottsville Milla Zeit Steubenville Mary McDonald

Weather Outlook for Western Pennis Sania and Onto

Patchy precipitation and variable winds forecast across Western Pennis Sania and Onto. Temperatures range from a low around 33 to a high near 41 with a mix of sun and clouds and possible rain showers by midweek.

Despondent saloon keeper shoots self in Johns town

Charles Wess, refused license holder, fatally wounds himself with a revolver in Johns town. A demented German man, locked in a room at Albert Zitman farm, dies after two days. Investigators say a formal inquiry will follow.

Jouyxstonn Charles Wess Albert Zitman Broombezock Locke

Pittsburgers Registered in New York Hotels

The list shows Pittsburg residents staying in New York hotels on April 12 including W. P. Bennett Bartholdi J. C. Kirkpatrick Imperial C. Mathews St. James L. McCullum Gedney House J. B. Richards Bartholdi H. Rodrigue Morton House A. Taggart Grand Union C. C. Arensberg Imperial H. C. Bidwell Westminster Miss Z. Brodgers Westminster Mrs. A. Chambers Westminster W. Croftin Jr Westminster H. P. Dilworth Hotel Imperial D. Hannah Sturtevant House J. G. Lyon Hotel Imp BR. G. McGinnigle estminster F. B. Riter Westminster Z. H. Rosse Astor House Mrs. AO. P. Warren Westminster T. Painter Fifth Avenue J. H. Ricketson Fifth Avenue.

New York Fifth Avenue J. H. Ricketson

Global unrest and disasters dominate timely news items

Reports describe severe forest fires afflicting Pressta, a planned Polar expedition by Freven scientists, banishment of Plotters against Argentina, and a German anti Hebrew policy within Conservative plans. Also noted are Gladstone narrowly escaping injury, a great Tokyo fire destroying 6000 homes with many dead or missing, and fear across Turkey and Aridian shores.

Freven Gladstone Tokio Japan Asi Turkey Akaba Red Sea Tne Germany

River News and Notes Louisville Items April River Report

Louisville April report shows business good with clear weather. The river is stationary at ? feet above the falls and 11 feet above the canal with departures of boats including Big Sandy and Kanawha toward Carrollton and Evansville, Owensboro departures for Evansville.

Orrater Louisville Smo S&s Big Sandy Nein— Hall Kanawha Carrollton Cel Clery Owensboro Evansville

A Candidate in Trouble Over Blackmail Charge

F Clark Democratic sheriff candidate was arrested on a charge from Maggie Weucher a German girl in Pine Grove township near Oil City. Clark denies the accusation saying the claims are blackmail and vows to clear his name with support from friends and no resignation.

Franxirs F. Clark Maggie Weucher Pine Grove Township Oil City Clark CIA

Juniata Valley Road Improvement Meet Formulates Reform Law

The Juniata Valley Road Improvement Association held a mass meeting at the Blair and Huntingdon counties court house. A proposed law was adopted to remedy the current road system and will be submitted to lawmakers next session. Arthur Kirk of Pittsburgh, noted Western Pennsylvania Engineers' Society member, championed road reform. Central counties are greatly agitated on this public issue.

Hontrmarssons

River Conditions and Departures in Early Newspapers

Weather reports show rivers at various stages with several readings across towns. Notes mention descending and rising levels, cool and cloudy conditions, and multiple vessel movements including arrivals and departures such as Guiding Star and City of Cairo.

Evansville Ohio Eiver Keystone State Cincinnat EK Ledford Pittsburg Courier Parkersburg Lear Cammo Guiding Star New Orleans Cincinnati Iver Eetone State Scotland Monroe Natchiex John HK Speed St. Ee Cairo

River steamers and cargo move on Ohio currents

The Hudson from Cincinnati arrives today while the Andes was delayed by business. The H E K Bedford sails to Charlestown at noon. Adam Jacobs left for Morgantown yesterday. About 1 500 cases of eggs from Kanawah river reported. The river at 77 feet and falling. Frank Gilmore and Clifton transport coal and brick to Braneville Indiana. The Hunter hull conversion near Brownsville completes removal of old machinery. The Mooter notes as oldest boat in the Pittsburgh trade.

Hudson Cincinnati Andes H. EK. Bedford Charlestown Adam Jacobs Morgantown Lizzie Bay Kanawah Frank Gilmore Frank Jenkins Tre Brownsviile Pittsburg

Easter Fashion and Sale Notices In Local Shops

Easter pocketbooks and card cases in new soft spring tints attract shoppers. Jos Horne & Co. announce SPEEDY trotters and pacers sale at Arnheim's on Thursday April 14. Various retailers advertise Easter wear including vests hats neckwear skirts and gloves with attention to low prices and display at Sixth Street stores.

Jos. Horne & Co Penn Avenue Arnheim Jos, Honwe & Co Fenn Avenue Horse & Co

Burglars Blast Grove City Post Office Safe

Early today burglars blew open the Grove City Pennsylvania post office safe and robbed cash registered letters and stamps worth about $300. Postmistress Misa Neyman reports the heavy door was hurled about 10 feet by the explosion and a large plate glass window was broken. This marks the second break in at the office within six months. A planing mill safe was also blown open but yielded no cash.

Grove City Misa Neyman

Five Road Houses Burned In Massachusetts Drive

Massachusetts townsmen say six road houses thrived between Lowell and Lawrence a year ago and five have been burned by an incendiary. Friday night two dens burned in Dracut and Methuen destroying the Brick End and the Doolin. last night Hillside followed. Residents say patrols and policing reduced the vice, with fire finishing the purge.

Lawrence Mass Sperial Lowell Dracut Methuen Doolin

West Virginia Jury Returns Over 60 True Bills in April Session

The Wheeling jury returned more than sixty true bills including murder indictments for Frank Choreh Mary Leslie and Wilhelm Maier with Maier at large. Jack Probaskco faces a charge of assault on a nine year old with possible death as pen alty. Robberies deadly assaults and other grave felonies dominate the list.

Wuerttnxe W. Va Frank Choreh Mary Leslie Wilhelm Maier Mater Jack Probaskco

Huntingdon Presbytery Holds Annexal Meeting

The annexal meeting opened at the First Presbyterian Church in Huntingdon with Rev. John Gourley of Lewistown elected Moderator. The Presbytery includes churches from Center Clearfield Blair Bedford MiMill Juniata and Antingdon counties.

Huntingdon Houstixepos First Presbyterian Church Center Clearfield Blair Bedford MiMill Juniata Antingdon John Gourley Lewistown

Burglars Loot Depot Safe On Waynesburg Railroad

Burglars blew open the Waynesburg and Washington Railroad depot last night and secured about 0 in cash. No arrests have been reported. The item appears in a local Waynesburg dispatch with other brief notices from April 12.

Waynyesbora Waynesburg and Washington Railroad

Ladies Cloth Capes and Reefers on Broad Cloth Styles

Ladies fashion sale lists extra fine wool capes with high collars and lined hoods in colors black navy ecru tan light gray and more. Extensive prices from 4.50 to 35.00 include Bedford Cord Diagonals Kersey and twisted silks with braids embroidery and lace trimming. Also mentions reefers blazer suits tailor made and marked value over 50 percent more.

Sarah

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