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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1891
Page
17
The New York team and Pittsburgh clashed in a dramatic twelve inning game. Buck Ewing delivered power for New York with two decisive homers as Rusie wobbled through seven innings before the Pittsburgh bats exploded. The game featured tight fielding, wild throws, and a late New York surge that fell just short.
Boston won as Staley pitched well again despite Gumbert’s one rough inning. The lineup saw walks and errors contributing to the scoring, with Pfeffer, Arson, and Tucker among the players naming in the box score.
New York. Aug. The Bridegrooms defeated the Cleveland Spiders with strong fielding and steady pitching. Ward moved to shortstop and the home team dominated after the sixth inning. Attendance 5,000. Final score Brooklyn 7 Cleveland 4 in a nine inning game.
The National League pennant race remains close with Chicago slipping from first as New York and Heston press. New York sputters with injuries, Phil Hes surge, Brooklyn stocks steady, Cleveland falters, and tail-enders entertain the crowd. Standings reflect a volatile chase.
In the Sporting Times, W. 0. E. notes Manager McGunnigle now leads Pittsburg aiming to improve standings. Two victories over Cleveland set the start, but Brooklyn trips and Ward’s team take the first two in the series. King and Baldwin pitch well. clean fielding and teamwork could boost Pittsburg wins next month.
Summary of scattered score notes showing games between Columbus Dowse Breok Murphy Hite and other teams. Mentions St Louis Baltimore Washington Louisville Cincinnati and Athens with various batter and pitcher references and partial game tallies and errors. Overall a rough ledger of matchups and outcomes with limited readable details.
Fragmentary OCR from a sports page shows scattered team names and scores including Washington and Baltimore entries. Numerical data appears misaligned, hindering clear event identification or final outcomes.
Louisvin Aug Billy Kuehne third baseman released by Columbia and formerly with Pittsburg is signed today by Manager Chapman. He is expected to report here tomorrow.
The East End Gym Park hosted a County League game where the E F Gyms defeated Wilkinsburgs 7 to 0. Thompson pitched a strong game for the Gyms, McElroy also pitched well, and heavy hitting by the Gyms produced two home runs.
In a conversation with manager Barbin of the East End Gyms, he states Thayer seeks to leave the County League due to losses from expensive players. Barbin claims a Berg game should be played at Ev il le and notes demands for half the receipts to avoid further trouble.
A sports report fragment notes Egepee Rua possibly ending the season and Mayer al in considering options. It mentions if a contract is declined, the player may choose his next destination, signaling a potential transfer or free move.
The Climax beat Bridgeville 4 to 3 in a well fought game. Martin and Cutler fielded well for Climax while Blackstock and Patterson provided key hitting. Wasmund earned the win with solid pitching as Peterson and Stevens kept Bridgeville in the game.
In a lively county league matchup Tarentum crushed Mansfield 8 to 4. Key hits came from Johnson and Clark while McGovern allowed the runs. Cameron and Smith pitched for Mansfield with notable strikeouts and misplays contributing to the Tarentum victory. The article notes standings updates and a reshuffle placing Wilkinsburg in McKeesport's spot after yesterday's games.
A letter to The Dispatch from Bridgeville ladies voices disapproval of Climax players. They condemn the second baseman Barr for profane vulgar remarks and warn such conduct will deter women from future games. Signed by Mrs. W. B. Daves Mrs. C. G. Coven Miss Sue Rawlers and others.
Braven Fas August 6 Wellsburgs of the Ohio Valley League played Beaver Grays in a championship game before a small crowd. Neeves dominated for the Beavers with 18 strikeouts while Williams and Kerr received compliments for umpiring. Two-base hits by Kuhn and others noted along with three stolen bases by Beaver.
Fragmentary Meadville Erie Elmira and Olean box scores show batteries Costello Pits Marsand Bord and Bradford with umpires, detailing several games including Battersen Coppa Porter Casey Greditch. Scores listed include Erie 10 Elmira 10 and 4 0 0 5 with various 0s and 1 5 outcomes, indicating multiple matchups and lineups from the era.
In a late afternoon game at Exposition Park the three A s faced Superior Athletics with the latter prevailing. Pitching by both sides was solid and the contest featured several notable hits and errors, highlighting a competitive matchup between the two teams.
In a hard fought game here today Allegheny fell, with Lewis and Stinkel delivering strong performances for the Townsmen and McNamara contributing steady work. Eclipse benefited from Battery’s wild pitching and Holly’s errors at short, with Slathery and Stinkel cited as standout players. Umpire Zachariah presided.
In Sneeze Oaks Aug 8, the home team defeated Courtney 3 to 2. Pritchard starred on the mound with 13 strikeouts and solid support from Edwards and Hodson. Errors by Shire and Courtney contributed to the tight finish.
Sewickley Athletics defeated Shadyside Academy in a yesterdays game in Sewickley. Final score 7 to 1 with Athletics 7 hits and 2 errors versus Shadyside 4 hits and 3 errors. Mc Candless and Jackson pitched for the Athletics Richardson and Schachent for Shadyside.
The Beaver Greys state they will field their own club not a picked nine and ask Eclipse to do the same. They propose meeting at the Dispatch office between 10 and 12 A M on Wednesday to sign articles of agreement, with RK. E. Johnston as manager.
A highly interesting game played this afternoon before a large crowd saw the Athletics of this place defeat the Eclipse of Allegheny City 10 to 2. The home team showcased strong batting and aggressive base running to secure the win.
Farerre Crrt reports the local ball team defeated Our Boys 11 to 5 for a second win in three games. Fayettes express interest in a game against the Uniontown team on local grounds.
At Leechburg the Salteburgs defeated Leechburg 6 to 1. Salteburg battery was McMullen and Leaf. Leechburg’s pitchers were Westhoven and Baer. One hit was allowed off McMullen and 19 strikes were recorded.
The New York Ladies' Baseball Club will play the local team at Ellsworth Park next week. The Scottdale battery will be Bishop and Cargo, and officials expect an immense attendance.
The Frankstown Echoes beat the M. J. Kellys by S to 6, while the Silver Leafs defeated the Silver Stars 16 to 6. Coraopolis Juniors seek junior opponents. Acorns of Lawrenceville won 9 to 0 over P. Lavell's. RK. D. Nuttals beat John Jacksons 19 to 8. Our Prides topped John The 17 to 10 at Schenley Park. Several clubs issue challenges and seek hear from rivals in Allegheny area ball play.
Historical notes cover mile times by H M Salvator and 1:334g marks. Stomr GaLyLs and d Sullivan preview Richburg clash. St Omar and Blue runner highlight 2:34 runt. tennis at La Trobe Club concludes. farm value and acreage at Santa Anita cited. multiple trotting entries and speeds noted. Major Dickinson links Wraith team for 10000 to 40000 stakes.
Reports from Manor say Mrs Cyrus Null attempted self harm last evening using an ounce and a half of an unknown agent. She is reported out of danger, with family troubles given as the cause.
Hanlan and O’Connor defeated Gaudaur and McKay in a three mile championship race before about 20,000 spectators in Hamilton Beach. The race started at 7 PM with strong pacing, the leaders finishing ahead by about four lengths as betting favored the Toronto pair before an exhibition tour planned for August 18 to the Pacific coast.
Mr L Boggs and Mr Joseph Lewis bring Viscount Moll Llewellyn Nora Victress and other English setters from Mr Llewellin to Washington Kennels. The dogs include Count Noble’s praised lineage and Finglas the Trish setter. Two fox terriers Champion Diver Lil and Rowton Safety accompany the group for Pittsburg and major shows.
George Dixon, the featherweight champion, defeated Abe Willis in San Francisco amid praise for his style and sportsmanship. Dixon seeks to meet Fred Johnston of England for a 2,500 stake and the world title, contingent on clubs Pelican and National Sporting supporting the match. Richard K Fox liaises with Ernest Welles and Lord Lonadale to arrange the bout.
In Manonxsten a prize fight near the city left Henney dead after Swindells struck a decisive blow in a bout lasting over an hour. Swindells and organizers were arrested on charges of manslaughter as police investigated the death.
Hammond and Morrissey signed to race 100 yards for $500 a side at Homestead on September 5 with $100 forfeit each. Morrissey to receive a three yard start after a previous win. Both will train immediately. Frank G. Lenz and C. H. Pettiford begin wheel tour Pittsburg to New Orleans via Brownsville Staunton and Chattanooga to study cotton tobacco plantations.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions New Ourrams and The Athletic Club wiring Ted Pritchard in London for expenses related to travel to Orleans. Details and dates are not readable, but the note indicates reimbursement or requisition of funds for travel.
The League of American Wheelmen convenes in Hartford September 8 and 9 to revise the constitution and racing rules. A new amateur definition is proposed, outlining earnings, coaching, competing with professionals, prize handling, and payments from trade interests, while acknowledging other amateur sports under governing bodies.
Grant White, a noted sprinter, visited this office and issued a challenge to any Pittsburg runner except George Smith. He will race 100 yards for 00, if the rival has resided in Pittsburg six months. He references Davy Sheehan and invites him to meet at Tax Distance office to arrange a match this week.
The challenger declares he will wrestle Ed Reilly in a best two of three falls catch-as-catch-can contest for no stake. He agrees to meet Reilly or backers at The Distater office at an early rogty to arrange the match.
A crowd of about 120 traveled to Morris Park for a day of fast racing under warm sun. Correction led the first race but Castalla surged to defeat him by a nose as Meriden placed third. St Florian won the Amboy handicap after a late rush, with Leonawell and His Highness in close pursuit. Lively finishes followed in the Cape May stakes, the sixth, and the seven furlong sweepstakes, with tight finishes and strong performances across the card.
It was the eighth regular day of the Banatoes meeting with clear weather and large attendance. Five races: Prince Royal first in the six furlongs with Bellwood second. Now or Never won the one mile race. Santiago won the Merchants stakes at one and a half miles. Frank Kinney took the five and a half furlongs. Gettysburg won the seven eighths with Voaburg second. Time records noted as 1:16, 1, 2:25 4, and 1:34 with betting at various odds.
Thoroughbred race results list multiple heats at Cutcaco Garfield with horses and placings. First race over seven-eighths of a mile: Bon Air wins, Lizzie D second, Pickup third. time 1 3. Second race one mile: Douglass wins, Leander second, Stu Lisbon third. time 1 40. Fifth race five eighths shows L. J. Knight first, Matilda second, Julia May third. time 1c and other incomplete data note.
Aug. Cercacco Hawthorne event results list multiple races with winners and times. First race at two furlongs sees Backhound first, Van Clune and Glenvid second and third. Subsequent races note Cook first and Linlithgor second with Liarle unplaced, Dundee winning the mile and an eighth, Tom Tom Karl and Fan King placing with Haley Boas fourth. A fifth rate steeplechase lists He, Leander, Evangeline as first to third with no clear time.
River conditions report a warm clear day with waters rising at river levels. The W. W. Dana tow moved toward Pittsburg while the John Walton headed for Pittsbore with empties and several boats departed for Cincinnati Evansville Carrollton and Memphis.
The bulletin notes river depths and movements on several lines including Cincinnati, Pittsburg, and Memphis. It records river levels at 12 to 15.6 feet rising, multiple departures and arrivals such as the Nellie Speer and Posy Belle, with warm clear weather and a hot forecast.
Maritime chatter fills the harbor with arrivals and departures. The Keystone State and Lizzie Bay signals shift the schedule while the Mayflower ferries passengers and the Adam Jacobs, James Blaine, and connected vessels move along the river and toward Morgantown.
In Harrisburg Augustine Miller faces murder charges after Dallas Fichthorn’s body was found in a shed near Maclay street last March. Two daughters, Katie 18 and Sadie 12, testified Miller chased intruders from their home with an ax handle and warned them not to tell. Miller denies involvement and claims innocence.
The third day of the Third Artillery encampment at this place passed smoothly as thousands arrived on trains. Spectators watched target practice with rifles and wailing guns. Ten gatling guns, each firing 1,500 rounds per minute, thrilled the crowd with a thousand shots in a minute.
The genuine imported Johann Hoff's Malt Extract, a tonic nutritive, has drawn many fraudulent imitators to the market. Beware of fakes, the genuine bottle bears the signature Johann Hoff on the neck.
The store urges quick purchases to make room for incoming fall goods from Mr. Jackson who has returned from the Eastern markets with extensive purchases. The months Oyster and Ulster approach, and stock is crowding the aisles as space must be made.
A local ad promotes homemade dress suits at 15 dollars, cheviot business suits at 10 and 12 dollars, and trousers at 2 3 and 4 dollars. It claims prices are exactly half of elsewhere and invites shoppers to view the window display with prices clearly marked.
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