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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1890

Page

6

Toronto Wonder Backing Promising Young Rower

Local Western horsemen plot to keep Kanners Prom from coming east next season. Wallace Ross, famed in England and the U S, visits Pittsburg and discusses sculling, training, and the rise of young American rowers amid shifting focus to baseball.

Wallace Ross Wallace Eocland United States Pittsburg Ross & Pitisted Bill Hoss Hay Cns Aml Ani Ianian Luas Torenso Beat Club Hanlan Y Pecei Vinc Porto Dthers Hanlan Sid Connor Hanian Mhanian Tatea Regecaia John Termert John SieLean Stanbury Kemput Kiddef Australia Bri Isiers Peotta Teetuer Fred Piatsted Jack Tarzan Harry Davis Aluous China Largan England

Wrestling challenge heats up between Connors and Lewis

Evans Lewis declares he can throw Tom Connors three times in two hours in a heated exchange sparked by Parson Davies. A public offer cites $100 to wrestle for heavyweight world catch-as-catch-can title or to throw Connors three times in two hours within three days in Chicago Cincinnati Milwaukee.

Evan Lewis Tom Connors Ward Connors Davies Lewis Thomas Connors Beeston Fortes Ace Ews Joe Acton Cempors Castir Weichtasuin Connoredi Ee Amatel Pites Abd Tags Lewis Moles Conners Chitaga Cincinnali Milwoukern

Senator Hearst May Sell Stables After Next Season

A New York telegram reports Senator Hearst may sell his horses after another season. Tournament tied for the top earnings in 1900, with total winnings around £50,574. Hearst's support in racing would be missed if he leaves the field. He plans a spring sale and remains optimistic about the stable’s future prospects and potential sire value.

Senator Hearst Jem Bones Racine Hearst Enid Hie Sable Yonemita Hal Sereed

Dempsey and Fitzsimmons Meet for $12,000 Middleweight Title

Australian circles keep close watch on the Dempsey Fitzsimmons middleweight championship bout set for twelve thousand dollars. Dempsey trains at Charlemont Garden Galveston while Fitzsimmons camps near St Louis. Officials expand the Olympic arena to accommodate more spectators with private boxes priced at $100 and general admission at $1.00.

Lew Orleans Dewpes Fitzsimmons Comest Sarfmen Dewpser Prinenalt Purttimmens Dempsey

Movement to Keep Western Horses From East Next Season

A movement in Laxtxotos Kentucky aims to concentrate western horses in western venues next season. It proposes New Orleans Memphis Nashville Leamgton and Louisville to top dates set by a recent Louisville Congress. If adopted western horses would not travel coast to race, with St Louis Washington Park Chicago St Paul and St Louis before Kansas City.

Eppetal Laxtxotos Lormea New Orleans Memphis Nashville Leamgton Louieville Louisville Tor St. Louis Wall Washington Park Chicago St Paul St Leevis Konens

Falda Accepts Offer to Stage Corbett Fight for 2180

Falda the California Athletic Club president agrees to set a purse of 2180 for a fiftle encounter with Jim Corbett, aiming to claim the Police Gazette championship belt and world title. After Falda fixes the date, Slavin will travel to New York to arrange logistics. Joe Thompson sends word from San Francisco to Slavin pledging 1000 to 3000 pounds to beat Corbett and backing Slavin against any challenger for belts and championship.

Falda California Athletic Club Jim Corbett Police Gazette L. R. Falda Slavin New York Joe Thompson San Francisco Corbett Hecht

Leading Wall Players Threaten West Return

A San Francisco rumor claims several stars will stay on the coast instead of returning East to join their contracted teams. Tip O Neill and Long of Baltimore are named along with Carroll Brown Van Haltren Fogarty Kuell Smalley Sweeney Hardie Power, sparking fear of salary drops as the Players' League influence grows.

New York San Francisco Caro Wele Tip O'Neil Colonel Robinson Long Baltimores Carrol Brown van Haltren Fogarty Kuell Smalley Sweeney Hardie Power Nationals

Supreme Court clears way for pool selling in New York

The court's decision by Chief Justice Van Brunt and Justices Brady and Daniels holds that pool selling can operate in the city when legal on race tracks. Wyn, sued for alleged pool selling, is found not guilty due to lack of recorded wagers or clear intent to violate the law. The ruling emphasizes innocent construction and presumption of innocence.

Xnrew York Supreme Court van Brunt Brady Daniels Jockey Club Wyn van Brant

Local Baseball Magnates Elect Directors and Accept Manager Resignation

The meeting of local baseball magnates yesterday elected Nimick and L B Brown as directors. Manager Hanlon resigned as director and Auten will replace him. Bylaws were adopted and adjournment followed. Directors held another meeting with no major actions. another session is planned this week.

Disrpaatch Messrs. Nimick L. B. Brown Hanlon Auten

Curling Contest Set Between East End and Caledonia Club

A curling contest is arranged for tomorrow between an East End team and Caledonia Curling Club Allegheny. The game will be played on Silver Lake with captains likely J. W. Drape and Peter Dick. The event promises lively play.

Caledonia Curling Club Allegeny Silver Lake J. W. Drape Peter Dick

D. A. Reapen and Sporting News Notes

A scattered summary of bets, racing, boxing and local sports figures. Plans for Dempsey Fitzsimmons fight flight, Spalding victories, and remarks on rowers Gandam Kninan comparison. Local bets and upcoming events feature names such as August Belmont and Joe Burke, with commentary on champions and game preparations.

McKeesport Youth Burglary Suspects In Court

In McKeesport police court, Fatty Herline Brady Watton Arthur and Alex Sayers and Mills faced burglary charges. Herline testified revealing the gang’s plot. Watton and Mills posted bail, Herline remained jailed as the others awaited trial.

McKeesvor Fatty" Herline Brady Watton Arthur Alex Sayers Mills Herlin Andi Cas Watton Herline Sayers

Bargains in the Cloak Room at Hogie Co Penn Avenue

See the new market entry at Jos Hogie and Co. on Penn Avenue offering five dollar bargains as you enter the door.

Jos. Hogie & Co Penn Avenue Fea Fleming & Tm Huerewhss Wyletee VE Geek Schaelmann Stucky Om Penn Iret Wicbee Fis McColon Stacks Alessas Vilyati Khees Berkin Terig Renewee Parvane Pharmacy Bhs J. Meer Dre Wirgel's Homer's Pitt Urten Gray's Sitler Zeigier Merten Greipeleen's Keelis Cor Poth Marler Lange's Martwis Montenerery Swererar White Kelieubererr LL Heck Herron Siber Damtras Casrieper Beaser Fleck Bee's GT. Haering P.M Rogers Hamerr Kewers Aton Chemiutz Streeters Alew Itig Ree Co Lerce Lerce Ty Morris’, 2 Melee Ave; D. Haering's, Lis Jaméata Poster Wathingtom Premumtistetts Penn Aree Larrys Arch Jacknen Rangole Ae Laysmari Anewine Erwa Scivalts's Muller Wirsteaater W. J Guinaret Tendecseny LW Har“e Drug Co

Stepniak Calls for Russian Reform in Free Russia Talk

Sergius Stepniak, famed Nihilist leader, arrived in New York with Mrs Stepniak to urge constitutional reform in Russia. He outlined a program including a parliament, universal suffrage, land nationalization, local autonomy, and possible woman suffrage, noting violence should be avoided if other options exist but acknowledging harsh realities facing dissent.

Stepinsk Russia

Wealthy farmer weds young housekeeper in Liberty Township

Jonathan Keller of Yousestownx, a $100000 farmer, married his housekeeper Miss Baird after his wife’s death. Keifer, 65, had employed Miss Baird, daughter of a nearby coal miner, who was just entering womanhood. The marriage may make the bride one of the township’s wealthiest young women.

Yousestownx Jonathan Keller Keifer Miss Baird Liberty Township

Bandits Who Robbed Chicago Bank Identified in Another Heist

Four men tied to the Merchants Exchange Bank robbery in South Chicago are held at Hyde Park station. John Corbett Harry Featherstone and Frank Bennett who carried out the bank raid are also linked to the December 2 Allerton Packing House robbery, where cashier Osier was robbed of 3300. A police spy kept authorities informed of plans and the gang hurried once suspicion grew. Charles F. Mullen who drove the wagon claims ignorance of the robbery.

Chicago Merchants’ Exchange Bank South Chicago Hyde Park Station John Corbett Harry Featherstone Frank Bennett Allerton Osier Charles F. Mullen

Accused Driver Linked to Robbery Ring, Police Say

Police allege the man acted as an accomplice in a neighborhood crime spree. They claim he drove about for two hours before robbers arrived, assisting their flight at gunpoint. Further evidence ties him to the incident.

Killing of Matthews A Baptist minister recalls shooting details

Washington reports a Carrollton postmaster Matthews killed by druggist McBride in a personal feud. Letters from local Baptist clergy insist politics played no role, detailing the sequence from a Christmas purchase dispute to Matthews's arrest for a rifle threat and fatal buckshot wound in the street.

Washington George Carrollton Miss Matthews J. FP. Matthews W.S. McBride Post Office Department Mr.McBride Sint Mt. Matthews McBride Mathews Winchester McCain Jackson's Grocery

Only One Survives After Vessel Capsizes in Gale

Philadelphia December 30 A harrowing tale from Barnegat reports the eight man crew of the schooner Lucied Potter from Boston to Norfolk perished or suffered exposure after the vessel capsized. One survivor was rescued by the A. D. Lamson crew and brought to port, two more died. Captain Evans and two mates clung to the raft for hours as cold and seas overwhelmed them. The Potter sank bottom up after a ten hour ordeal with the raft days after going adrift.

Philadelphia G. Potter Boston Norfolk Barnegal A. D. Lamson Smith Lamson Fly Fathom Bank Potter Evans Evansaied

London Fire Ravages Center (Two Million Loss)

A major fire in London on December 30 destroyed a paper factory, fur shop, warehouse, stores, and the Gulber Electric Light plant. Salvation Army HQ survived with records saved. No deaths. estimated damage about £400,000 or $2,000,000 amid freezing conditions and strong winds.

Loxpox Queen Victoria and Thames Streets Blackfriars Bridge Thames London Fire Brigade New York Fire Department Gulber Electric Light and Power Company Salvation Army Salvationists St. Benet’s St. Benet’s Church London Charing Cross Hospital

Robbery Attack Leaves Banker Wounded After Shootout

A banker was attacked in his office by two masked men who robbed him of $4,000. He fired twice at his assailants, who escaped with only a flesh wound, according to initial police notes.

Snyder

Senate race and liquor licensing reshapes in Harrisburg

Senator elect Flinn from Allegheny voices support for Cameron’s reelection and calls for license law reform with the Director of Public Safety as lead on a new licensing commission. He notes a big fight for Speaker and outlines business ties for Representative Brooks as he campaigns for the Harrisburg post.

Philapelrara Flinn Allegheny County House of Cameron United States Senate House Harrisburg Allegheny Brooks High Department of Public Safety

British jealousy rumors over Hawaiian island sale diplomacy

A San Francisco report claims British officials in Honolulu sought to undermine Kalakaua's American courtesies by spreading rumors of plans to sell the Hawaiian Islands. It notes rival American and British factions vying for island control and mentions a possible push to place Hawaii with Britain or the United States for strategic and commercial gain.

San Francisco Kalakaua Hawaiian Islands United States Charleston Honolulu Kalikaua Hawaii England Ottawa Great Britain

Bogus check scam tricks Toledo firm

A district messenger boy delivered a note to Lamson Brothers in Toledo claiming to be from J M Brown postmaster and asking cashing of a $60 check. The check appeared genuine but was forged and paid. No clue to the forger was found.

Toleedoc Lamson Brothers J. M. Brown

Furnace men order industry shutdown in two valleys

A meeting of Mahoning and Shenango Valley furnace men, held in Youngstown, planned a January 1 shutdown of 23 blast furnaces in both valleys. They demand lower railroad freights and coke prices, arguing current rates force losses. 8,000 to 10,000 workers would be idle, crippling rail traffic.

Dispatci Younestows Betn Mahoning and Shenango Valley Iron Manufacturers’ Association

Child Remains in Unresponsive Sleep After Illness

Marie Campbell 7 appears to sleep eighteen days after a severe headache and chill. Doctors report no awakening despite medicine, with fever worsening and little hope of recovery. The patient, daughter of E. M. Campbell of Huntington, lives with James L Caldwell family.

Parkersburg Marie Campbell E. M. Campbell Huntington Mea James L. Caldwell Pritchard

Consular Frauds in Canada Under Review

Consul General Knapp said he could not discuss the investigation results. He noted irregularities exist in certain consulates and consular agents but not to the extent described in published reports.

Montreal Knapp United States Canada St. Clair

Scientists In Session Discuss Publicity And Municipal Gas Works

The American Economic Association met in Washington with papers on publicity limits by Doris B. Dewey and on municipal ownership of gas works by Edward W. Hemisof of Nashville. Hemisof argued city gas plant costs were low per thousand feet but capitalization and dividends favored private owners. Dexter spoke on building and loan associations while Moulton addressed university funding in England and closed the session.

Washington American Economic Association Doris B. Dewey Boston Edward W. Hemisof Nashville Tenn United States Sones

Traveling Mens Association Calls for Week at World Fair

The Northwestern Traveling Mens Association opened its sixteenth annual convention in this city. It passed a resolution to enter correspondence with similar bodies to set aside one World Columbian Exposition week for traveling men. A plan for a reserve road and a large building for traveling men was discussed. George L. Reed was elected president.

Curiaco Northwestern Traveling Mens' Association George L. Reed

Train Robbery at Seventh Street Station Stuns Passengers

Three unknown men boarded a southbound train at Seventh Street station today and robbed passenger Frank Burton of 200 dollars after overpowering him. The incident occurred in the day coach with few witnesses, and authorities have launched a pursuit.

Comarpus, Inc Seventh Street Frank Burton Indianapolis

Railroad war sparks rate cut on Chicago St Louis line

The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe opened a Chicago to St Louis link with Jacksonville Southeastern. Brokers in St Louis hawk tickets $1 to $150 below regular Chicago rates, while Chicago to St Louis remains unchanged. Alton’s General Manager Chappell warned Western Passenger Association chair Tinley of plans to respond with an open rate reduction after holiday excursions.

Curcaco Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Chicago St. Louis Jacksonville Atchison Jacksonville Southeastern Chicago and Alston Chappell Alton Tinley Western Passenger Association

On His Wedding Day A Scandalous Arrest Stuns Bride

At Edith Parenteau’s home in 4., a planned wedding to William F. Schweiger of Bridgeport was interrupted when a constable arrested Schweiger on a charge of procuring goods under false pretenses. Jeweler G. H. Waldin alleged a watch purchase under a false name. Bail was posted and the ceremony proceeded. Schweiger was later discharged for lack of evidence, and he sued Waldin for malicious prosecution claiming mistaken identity.

Edith Parenteau William F. Schweiger Bridgeport Conn Schweiger G. H. Waltin Anyt Waldin

Fighting the bucket shops shapes Chicago Board of Trade slate

In Chicago on December 30 two factions vie for Board of Trade officers to be chosen January 5. The pro fight wing renominates President T. W. Baker and selects J. T. Rawleigh for Vice President. The opposing side has not finalised its ticket but names Robert Lindblom George G. Parker and Bailey as leading contenders.

Chicago Robert Lindblom George G. Parker Bailey

Poisoned Candy Attempt Targets Hugh Stewart Family

A veiled woman gave poisoned candy to a boy in the Hugh Stewart family in St. Jom New Brunswick. The boy and his mother and two siblings ate the candy but were saved by emetics. The oldest daughter remains in critical condition.

St. Jom, N. B Hugh Stewart

Chinese Hospital Association formed in New York

The Chinese Hospital Association was incorporated to build operate and manage a hospital in New York dedicated to providing medical and surgical care to Chinese patients excluding contagious diseases. The Board of Managers includes Edward Eralstin Frank Rogers Morse Les Sizer A J F Behrends C E K Bruce M D Isabelle Bightman Hole Kin Nelson H B Sizer and J Arthur Barratt.

New Youk Dec. C Chinese Hospital Association Edward Eralstin Frank Rogers Morse Les Sizer A. J. F. Behrends C. EK. Bruce M. D Isabelle ©. Bightman Hole Kin Nelson HB. Sizer J. Arthur Barratt

Couple from Swissvale Wed in Jamestown After Evasion

John T. Jones 20 and Matilda Beat rice Protheroe 17 eloped from Swissvale to Jamestown where they wed. Her father refused to approve the marriage, and the couple are living with the groom's father in Braddock.

John T. Jones Ella Iron Works Matilda Beatrice Protheroe Swissvale Jamestown Jones Braddock

Garfield Newell Curiaco Wedding Reveals Presidential Ties

Miss Helen Newell daughter of Lake Shore Railroad President Newell and James B Garfield son of the late President were married at the bride’s parents home. About 100 guests attended including Mrs Garfield widow of the late President.

Curiaco Helen Newell President Newell Lake Shore Railroad James B. Garfield President Garfield Garfield

New York Bankers Fail Bateman & Co Forced to Close

Special telegram reports Bateman & Co bankers and brokers of 57 Broadway made an assignment to John A. Carver of Shearman & Sterling. Liabilities and assets unknown but expected to be sizable.

TNE Dispater New York Bateman & Co Broadway John A. Carver Shearman & Sterling

Arrests Spread in Pleasant County Robbery Case

The complainant John Copenhauer, once robbed of a sizable sum, was arrested in Pleasant County and brought to town. He allegedly accepted money to not testify against the two men and evaded circuit court process, with plans for indictment and trial on compounding a felony charges.

Parkershare John &. Copenhauer Pleasant County Copenhever

Fire destroys Milton business district with large loss

Fire at Milton this morning nearly destroyed the business portion of the town. It caused a total loss of 30000 dollars, with about 15600 dollars insured. The town had no fire apparatus.

WilaiseTox Dei Milton

Family starved to death found on Locust Street

McKee Street Dec 2 A starving family case turns up on Locust Street with George Butler an industrious hodcarrier who quit work to nurse his consumptive wife leaving the household with a dying child. Humane Society officers have been alerted to the tragedy.

McKeesreett Locust Street George Butler Haseen Starville The Humane Society

Kennan Lecture Topic Set by Pittsburg Club

George Kennan will lecture at Old City Hall January 10 under the Pittsburg Press Club. The subject is On the Hand to Liveria, detailing his first hand observations in a region marked by despair and hardship.

George Kennan Pittsburg Press Club Old City Hall Liveria

Weather River Readings Across Towns

Special telegrams report river levels at multiple stations with patterns of rising or falling. Cities include Brownsville Morgantown Allegheny Junction Wheeling and Cincinnati with conditions described as clear cloudy or mild and temperatures or inches of ice or rain noted.

Distatcie Brownsville Morgantown Wannex Allegheny Junction Wheeling Lois Ville Canal Caine-Hiver

Tax Collector Snyder Shot in Tucson Melee

Early this morning in Tucson a violent melee left Tax Collector M. E. Snyder shot and slightly wounded. Details indicate he resisted and was attacked by assailants during the incident. Further information on suspects and motive was not immediately available.

Tucsox Antz Snyder

Bennett and Co Leading Hatters and Furriers Ad

J G Bennett and Company announces itself as leading hatters and furriers located at the corner of Wood Street and Firth Avenue offering hats and fur items.

Wood Street Firth Avenus

General Spinner Sinking Rapidly Passes Dec 30

A chaotic OCR snippet notes a General Spinner sinking rapidly and passing deeper on December 30. The fragment references Sento Sekine and an implied end or action, but details are unclear.

Storm System Shifts as High Pressure Suppresses West Monday

The St. Lawrence valley storm moves east aided by a large Canadian high pressure area joining a stronger southern high. Manitoba storm energy fades while a broad low pressure zone expands west of the 97th meridian and threatens the Lower Mississippi valley. Rain hits Missouri and Tennessee as Atlantic, lake region, and New England enjoy fair skies. Maine New Hampshire Vermont and North Dakota see a 12 to 3 drop in temperature, while the Lower Mississippi valley warms and other areas rise slightly.

St. Lawrence Canada Manitoba Ninety-Seventh Meridian Mississippi Valley Missouri Tennessee Atlantic States Lake Region New England Maine New Hampshire Vermont North Dakota

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