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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1892
Page
11
The home game is interrupted by rain and two contests are rescheduled for today. Cleveland adds another win as the Reds and Senators play to a tight tie in an interesting game.
Manager Buckenberger closed a deal with Jake Stencil from the Portland club of the Northwest Pacific League. Stencil, a versatile batter who can catch, infield, or outfield, is expected to strengthen the team two to three days from now. The buy reportedly totals around £100. Stencil comes highly recommended, with strong batting credentials, and will serve as a general utility man to cover injuries or sickness. The article also notes upcoming doubleheader at Exposition Park with two 4 p.m. games and praise for key pitchers Terry Haddock Stein and Baldwin from Brooklyn officials.
In Cleveland on August 23 the crowd of about 1 700 saw a close game decided in the eleventh by earned runs. Players noted include Delehanty, Burkett, Virtue and Connor among others as fielding errors and two hours of play marked the matchup. Umpire Sorder officiated.
Cincinnati and Washington halted play at darkness after ten innings with a scoreless tie reported amid a cloudy, 1,000 attendance. The game sections show various players and positions with disputed interference and pitching notes, but final scores are not provided in the readable text.
In Kansas City two St. Louis Boston games were moved for Knights of Pythias entertainment. Nichols pitched an almost perfect morning game while St. Louis won the afternoon on Staley’s wildness. Attendance 5418 morning, 4227 afternoon. Perfect weather.
In Chicago on August 23 the Colts erased a 7-4 deficit in the ninth. A walk, Burke muff, a single, and Dahlen's four-base drive to center clinched the win with two out. Weather clear. attendance 1,002. Errors by Parrott aided New York's collapse.
Duryea reports he was released by Washington after a heated remark about a fielder. Holliday’s hard hitting allegedly cost him his job, while the Senators prepare two games featuring Killen and Meekin against Dwyer and Sullivan. Chamberlain may be sidelined until fit to play.
Chicago today signed left handed pitcher Harry Miller who impressed against the Brooklyns Saturday. Miller began the season with the Peorias and most recently was with the club until a few days ago. Anson calls him a corker and Miller may start against New York tomorrow. Fred Roat, acquired from Minneapolis, was released after only a few games where he showed poorly.
The schedule lists matchups including Brooklyn at Pittsburg, Boston at St. Louis, New York at Chicago, Philadelphia at Cleveland, Baltimore at Louisville, and Washington at Cincinnati.
Rain halted the game in Louisville after the first half inning, where the hosts surged for three runs. Stratton and Vickery pitched. Vickery's control was erratic as the storm stopped play.
Allianes Ohio Aug 23 The Alliance Base Ball Club once the best amateur outfit in the state with 49 wins in 58 games disbands due to financial embarrassment. Sharp Yeagle Francis and Markel immediately sign with the Canton club.
The Clevelands won a great game yesterday as Barste and Ad ae delivered solid play while the Giants beat the N A A team by eight. Louisville and Baltimore arrived yesterday and forecasts suggest two more wins are hoped today. Rain spoiled a Brooklyns victory, and the Fast End Aouette notice remains too vague for publication. W J Clinton of Natrona, Pa seeks a Western Pennsylvania scrimmage next Sunday.
The invitation tournament draws near at 185 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh tomorrow. Entries include Latrobe's Dumn and Henderson and multiple players from Coraopolis and nearby towns in a strong turnout for the season's best drawing event.
At Monmouth Park the six race card featured two major events the private sweepstakes and the Monmouth handicap. Favorite Air Shaft won the first race while the remaining events saw long shots prevail led by Minnehaha in the sweepstakes and Reckon in the handicap. Plungers led by M F Dwyer and Pierre Lorillard suffered heavy losses as Osric and Nomad nosed out favorites in the final standings.
Rain left the track muddy at Indefendenrce Ia on Aug 2 as trotting carnival continues. Attendance rose from yesterday and the Progressive stake for 1892 worth 8140 was postponed to tomorrow. Vidin won the first heat, To Order led in the second but broke early before finishing first. So Long Myrtle and Mattie H led the other races with five heats trotted and the event carried over to tomorrow.
Grand Circuit races opened at Hartford on August 23 in good weather and fair track. Favorites won all three races led by C J Hamlin with Nightingale and Robert J taking two wins and Darlington topping the 2 25 trot after a first heat accident involving Jessie Sheridan. Grant's Abdallah set a track heat record in the pacing race.
Louisville Aug 23 Special The following pools were sold for tomorrow's Brighton Beach races. Five eighths of a mile entries include Harricon Vernig Adventurer Maggie K Bob Arthur Capulim Sandy a line of wagers. Three eighths of a mile and seven eighths of a mile pools listed with numerous horse names and prices. Results at Saratoga reported with races concluded.
The report records several horse races with quick results and odds. MRival led at four to one in the first race of ve furlongs, Esperanza placed second, Halcyon and Hertha B fly were noted in the five and a half furlongs race, Cup on aunt and Bay r featured in the one and a quarter miles event with Bay r at twenty to one.
Wellsville Ohio hosts its annual fair with about 3,000 attendance on opening day and expectations of a larger crowd over the next three days. Sightseers and pool betting create activity as horses from the Central States compete on the town's notable half mile track. Races today are fair, with stronger showings anticipated midweek.
Colvinus reports the Columbus Driving Park Association held its first meeting with about 3000 spectators. Evangeline clocked a 2 1 34 mile in the 2 16 trot, fastest for a year old in this country, while the 2 15 trot averaged the fastest four heats. Marvel won the 2 50 trot in three straight heats with Aurilla second and M W third.
The 12th annual National Lawn Tennis Association event opens at Newport with Knapp beating Chace in a lengthy match on the Casino courts. Early rounds list numerous results including Wren, Green, and Fielding advancing, and Larn, Ames, and Nichols among noted winners.
The Detroit International Fair opens with Governor Winans. two weeks of exhibits and athletic events begin. Notable bicycle entrants include Arthur Zimmerman world champion, L D Alanger Chicago mile record holder, Will Bishop and W Sanger Milwaukee flyer. Thursday marks political day with Springer and Norton among attendees. General Miles reviews Michigan militia with 2000 in formation.
The Olympic Club seeks to stage Fitzsimmons versus Hall in New Orleans during the pugilistic carnival. George H. Kline offers 10 000 to weigh ringside on September 3. A purse of 15 000 and a 10 000 side bet would push total stakes to 35 000 as Hall sails to America to finalize terms.
The Kiski tennis tournament began today with a large field and competitive singles first round. Moorhead of Pittsburgh defeated Henderson of Latrobe 6-2 6-2, Arbuthnot of Pittsburgh beat Wilson of Saltsburg 6-1 6-1, Pier of Pittsburgh topped McIlwain of Saltsburg 6-0 6-1, Doom of Latrobe beat Edna of Pittsburgh 7-0 8-4, Pieer defeated Coster 6-2 7-5.
The report notes a drawn fight between CHARIET STILES and others, mentions pool sales at Hartford this week, and outlines forthcoming races and travels. References to JOHNNY LAVACK, O Connell Marx, Saratoga, and various figures appear in fragmented form.
The article highlights boxing figures like Corbett and Smith family members, mentions managers sending traders to Europe, and notes midges in boxing bouts. It references a winter meeting in New Orleans from December 10 for about 100 days, plus Belmont connections and Meafferty’s rise in turf, with horse pool seller Herdic en route to Iowa and the era’s racing scene.
Humane Society elects Dr Duncan Mrs Duncan and Mrs Brown. Heptasophs reunion draws 2 000 from Pittsburg Allegheny and nearby towns at Idiewild. Six year old Chantis Sommens recovers after eight foot fall at Becks Run. Congressional candidate W A Sipe to speak at Greene county monument unveiling. Miss Jexyre Baan loses engraved gold hunting case watch at high school. A two minute Central Traction stoppage delays Pittsburg Traction due to back truck forcing stop on Grant and Webster. Chamber of Commerce to publish banquet speeches in pamphlet for next meeting.
Law enforcement reports a series of assaults and detentions across Pittsburgh area. Magers McWilliama, 17, accuses a local official of assault. several men including Henry Putters and Joseph Wayneh? Harry face charges after confrontations with conductors, workers, and officers. A jeweler’s watch theft by Mixi Graham is noted with imminent hearings.
Hotel and club guests listed from Patt's Cafe to the Calamity Yachting Club. Visitors include Mrs I Benitz and son John J from Shadyside, Mr and Mrs Thomas C McCarroll of Waynesburg, Miss Sue Caldwel, Miss Walker from Washington, C L Snowden of Brownsville, Charles B Stebbins of New Bethlehem, Miss Harsh, Miss F S McDowell of Washington DC, Mra BG O’Hagan of Frugality, Karns of Kittanning, with stays at Monongahela, Anderson, Schlosser, St James and Bots Mra venues.
A list from New York dated August 23 records Pittsburgers staying at major hotels including Imperial Gilsey House Sturtevant Astor and Westminster. Names include A Katz W S Magee J Welker J T Shuman Mrs Pollard M Mausmann G Moonan and J Walsh among others.
A historical survey lists categories for railway passengers including first class second class third class immigration tourists excursionists family ticket passengers drawing room mileage sleeping car dining room clergymen editorial crews commuters private cars request of other railroads commutation tickets Margate passes and separate cars for colored people.
Fall River Mass August 23 The state remains firm despite delays and a postponed hearing with District Attorney Knowlton seeking full disclosure of evidence. Prosecution argues expert testimony may be needed to hold Lizzie Borden for trial while defense doubts the strength of the case.
Savannah Morning News reports odd giant frogs along the Chickamauga river, supposedly Caribbean-influenced imports from 1866. Local residents see them as a nuisance, noting frogs catch chickens and fish, leap away hard to capture, and drive residents to protect livestock.
The white ant is described as having extraordinary egg-laying powers. A single queen may lay up to 96 400 eggs in one day and continues for a lunar month, after which the season ends, surpassing all other creatures in fecundity.
The history notes a pastorate beginning long ago and lasting around a century, with the first pastor dying in 1729 after roughly 30 years of service. It highlights sustained devotion to the church across two centuries, with many serving until death in the line of duty.
River business fair with cloudy weather reports water levels at Falls, canal, and below. Vessel Hellaire sold at Madison to Captain Calvert of Kanawha trade. plans to enter Louisville and Frankfort trade. Other ships named include Cincinnati Fleetwood Tapeton Hig Kanawha Brownsville St Rhea Falls City.
River behind Daris Dam runs four inches below full. water falling. James Wilson, noted coal operator, active in the field. Captain Cox and Adam Jacobs arrived from Morgantown. J M Gasky plans an excursion today. J M Bowell ships from Yelvernon. a party visited Saturday. City of Pittsburg to move Vacuna Club from South Twenty second street to Wilt Rose Park. Montooth Hand hauled to Monon by the Lud Keefer. Carter I N Button returns from Cincinnati where he oversaw coal interests. Elizabeth Captain Boyd lost Monday and did not depart for Elizabeth yesterday. boilers under repair. James G Blaine remained docked. repairs ongoing. Capstan work resumes in the pool. Captain Charles Jutte narrowly escaped drowning but was rescued. Ocean Wave stranded at Doff s Bar below Devie Dam. ran aground near Wheeling and crew moved ashore. Carrtiax Lup Keerse and Jon F Kilne contract for new excursion boat to be built May 1, 1904 at Jeffersonville Indiana. Boat to be 160 feet long and 40 feet wide, carrying 1,400 people for excursion trade. Leader drifted below. Daff s bar peg remained stuck on sancbar.
An English fashion note describes the linen tailor gown for outdoor wear featuring a gray linen or white duck skirt with belt, unlined coat, and matching shirt in vivid colors. Accessories include a sailor hat, flat-heeled shoes, gloves, and a gold safety-pin tied tie. zouave jackets resurface in green velvet ensembles with silver cord, rose chiffon bodice, and accordion-plaited skirts and parasols.
A Tennessee inventor has patented a gauge to determine a horse age by applying a steel plate marked with lines to the horse’s teeth. The device provides an approximate age.
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