Van Ness in Town Discusses Runners and League Expulsion
Frank Van Ness, a leading horseman, arrived to buy colts from Captain Ben Brown and discuss entering runners for higher earnings. He addressed the American Trotting Association expulsion of Sire Brothers, defended his innocence, and predicted a favorable board decision after presenting facts. He also noted plans to drive only briefly if at all and expected a surge in pacers and quality runners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank van Ness
Ben Brown
van Ness
Disraten
Monongahela House
Sire Brothers
American Trotting Association
Kentucky
Captain Brown
Brownsville
Harry Ia Crest
van Nees
Detroit Association
Heinrich
Ester
Sire
Br. Louis Association
Wright
Bishop
Maryland
Phillips
Dr. Rankin
Slattery
Myers
Schatzen Park
Maharneke
Pete McShannic Cleared to Join Hamilton Club
Pete McShannic has accepted terms with the Hamilton club after Hamilton dispatched word that directors authorized Manager Swartwood to sign him. He will receive about 1300 for five months and believes a move improves living costs versus Pittsburg. He plans a different batting style and awaits final confirmation within ten days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pete McShanniic
Hamilton
Swartwood
McShaunic
Pittsburg
Dave Rowe
Barnes
St. Paul
Pete
Atea
McShannie
St. Pau
Pillar
Wheeler's Bulletin Names Wrestling Contractors
Wheeler Wikoff announces the American Association bulletin of contracts with athletic figures and teams across many cities. Names include Baltimore Cincinnati Chicago Kansas City Minneapolis Omaha Denver Detroit and more, listing contractors and representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Feats
Jos Lobeck
Chicago
A. Farrell
Aes
Kington
Owen
Seuscuan
B. McLapguin
Clerio
W. Bolenus
Stalting
W. P. Webbe
F.C. Smithy
Jose
Flood
Curtis
Mahone
Ai Fisher
J. Sheehan
Mer
A. McCauley
D. W. Haskens
Columban
C. E
Stapleton
Detroit
Bennett
Reston
J. Hornung
Level AP
Ha Keak
Oamba
Overs Noulton
Grant
Ansel Not Sold Amid Negotiations for Stallion
Reports say the stallion Ansel remains at his old home after failed negotiations for its sale to Colonel Russell of Boston. Further talks with Colonel Pussell and S. J. Rewe’s Biamboul camp are said to be pending, though nothing official has aired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palo Alto
Colonel Russell
Boston
Ansel
Awidie
Pussell
S.J. Rewe
Homestead Declared Champion of Allegheny County League
The Homestead Baseball Club was named champion of the Allegheny County League for 1882. The league approved eight clubs next season with a $505 forfeit to guarantee league requirements. Applications from Etna Stars Oaklands Emsworths Sewickley Mtoe Stockings were discussed and two delegates from each club will attend next meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny County Haseball League
Cox
Fourth Avenue
Grant Street
Watt Ot
McCarthy
W. J. Barr
Bert Edwards
Braddock Blues
Cel Owe Rere
Homestead
Allegheny County League
al G. Pratt
Homestead Baseball Club
Alegheny County League
Aes
Are
Solar Tips
Allegheny
T. M. Mershalls
Riverside Grays
Oaklands
Etna Erna
W. J. Kaehnes
Emsworths
Sewickley Mioe
Etna Stars
Sewickieys
Messia
Schooly
Jones
Barr
AL G
Promising Young Short Stop Sought by Local Club
Manager Phillips touts a hopeful prospect after Rowe refuses to join. He cites Fred Dunlap’s letter praising a young player willing to learn and follow instruction, and hints the club will pursue the unnamed recruit, noting the youth shows promise and eagerness to develop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowe
Phillips
Fred Duonlap
Allert
Fred
Dunlap
Denlap
Hewitt Says Ward Will Stay With Washington
President Hewitt declares John Montgomery Ward will play for Washington next season or remain idle. He notes a signed 190-year contract and rejects rumors of a release deal while affirming Day’s agreement and his readiness to honor it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hewitt
John Montgomery Ward
Washington
Ward
Boston
Day
ISS
Ashingtons
Rotten Club
Nimick Confirms Meeting About Players at Buffalo
President Nimick says Rowe and White refuse to play this season and will be placed on permanent reserve if they decline. He notes Buffalo ownership may affect legal control, and Boston and Pittsburg clubs would need consent for any return to play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nimick
Disratch
Rowe
White
Buffalo
Ba Ponentsy
Tuite
Pittsburg
Dr. Mahameke
John Wilson
Dixmont
Kelly
P’scott
James W. Miller
Flo
Daniel Enfield
Mahameko
Meharneke
Fox
Maharneke
Mahameke
Wealthy Local Philanthropist Backs City Natatorium
More than half of the capital stock for the natatorium is subscribed. Yesterday one of the city’s wealthiest philanthropists subscribed 2500 toward the enterprise and said he supported the project for the city’s good rather than as a business venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Allegheny Charter Bill Faces Senate Decision
Inter municipal third class city legislation moves toward Allegheny with House passage. Colonel Bayne shifts stance after urging Pittsburg model may work in Allegheny. Senator Rutan cannot block Senate passage as 24 cities demand the measure, with local council representatives watching.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
House
Supreme Court
Ratan
Senate
Bayne
Harrisburg
Lochiel
Rutan
Robinson
Shiras
Marshall
Messrs
Hunter
Kennedy
Francis
Bradley
Snamen
John Neeb
Price
Nelson P. Reed
Walter Lyon
Commodore Kouitz
Pittsburg
Alleebeny
Colonel Bayne
Mr. Bayne
Sonne Aa
Isin
Committee of Allegheny
Alleghenians
Simpsoy
Allegheny Charter Bill Dropped Into Third Class
Harrisburg February 5. The Allegheny charter bill failed to advance to second class. Colonel Bayne and Colonel Reed clashed over influence with Colonel Quay as Ex-Speaker Graham led a petition of 1,100 Allegheny citizens seeking delay. The bill moved to third class, with Allegheny Councils barred from escape until after the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrispong
Thomas Bayne
Congress
Bayne
Nelson P. Reed
Mr. Bayne
Mr. Reed
Colonel Quay
Allegheny
Allegheny City
Graham
Stewart
Philadelphia
House
Robinson
Brooks
Moity
AT Epheny
Shiva
Yeras
Cs Allegheny
Impson
Ed Foley Might Pitch for Kuehnes Next Season
Ed Foley the local pitcher who played for the Zanesville Ohio Club last year applies for a saloon license and if approved plans to join the W J Kuehnes. A strong hurler in Tri State League he would bolster the Kuehnes pitching staff in the coming season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed. Foley
Zanesville, O
W. J. Kuehnes
Tri- State
Kuebnes
Rifle match 2 ends with Eastern team victory
The second of three rifle matches between Huggins and Rothwell versus Richardson and Jewell concluded yesterday in favor of the Eastern team. Final scores were Huggins and Rothwell 819 and Richardson and Jewell 833.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Huggins
Rothwell
Richardson
Jewell
Sporting Notes and Signings Stir Baseball Circles
Cleveland signs pitcher Marrtry Duck. Oakland’s Jons Greeshouse aims to sell his roadster Star Jr. Canton signs first baseman Hoe in State League hopes. Boxer John L Sullivan warns Thomas of boxing risks. Washington centers Buck Ewing receives praise as team eyes next season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jons Greeshouse
Oakland
Star Jr
Somefy
Jons Thomas
St. Claire
John L. Sullivan
Sullivan
Sara
Vas Halthen
Bertha
Charley
Hoe
Ohi
Canton Sonal
Anti TREATING Bill and Railway Commission Proposal
Harrisburg reports several House bills including a prohibition on liquor treating with penalties from five to one hundred dollars, a three year deer kill ban, and a plan to appoint a railway commissioners board at a three thousand dollar salary. Also mentions licensing for detectives and assessors elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Senate
Soldiers Orphans' School Committee Decides After Erie Meeting
Harrissvuc February 4 The Soldiers Orphans' School Committee met and resolved to take no decisive action until after the G A R encampment at Erie, which convenes next Tuesday February 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wl Watt
Harrissvuc
Soldiers Orphans’ School Committee
G. A. BR
Erie
Brutal hospital abuse cases unfold at Western Penitentiary
Testimony reveals prisoners endured battery and torture under Dr Maharneke and staff. Witnesses describe straightjackets, misused poultices, forced bribes for privileges, and deliberate neglect. Mrs Mair accuses official inaction while supporting reform efforts amid heated hearings.
Diary reveals prison alcohol scheme and payments to doctor
Testimony describes a diary marking D for dungeon and days spent in jail cell while a doctor allegedly supplied whisky and cod liver oil as bribes. Witnesses recount conversations about money, payments, and arrangements, with admissions of giving and receiving alcohol and loans as part of a wider prison misconduct inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelly
Jim
Ellett
Elliott
Rankin
Criminal Court
Scott
Mabarneke
Mahameke
Sawyer
McCutcheon
Z Wright
Maharneke Suspended After Damaging Testimony
At the hospital Warden Wright ordered Maharneke suspended pending investigation after damning testimony. The scene shifted to a late exit as observers noted the quiet move and delayed proceedings until Thursday afternoon for requisite witnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George L Reed
B. C. Christy
State Board of Charity
Mahsrneke
Mahameke
Warden Wright
Navy talks coal shipment to Pago Pago
Washington February 5 The Navy Department clarifies no charter agreed for coal to Pago Pago. It seeks to move about 3000 tons from New York or Philadelphia, with 2500 tons last sent in 1882 still unused. Transportation costs are 12 to 13 dollars per ton and voyage spans around 16 000 miles rounding the Cape of Good Hope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Pago Pago
Navy Department
New York
Philadelphia
Cape of Good Hope
Australias
Carr A Candidate In West Virginia Senate Clash
Democrats met in Charleston on the gubernatorial and U S Senate contests but delayed a plan. President Carr of the Senate backs U S Senate run, backed by three House supporters, needing 45 more votes to win if he secures Democratic support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maharneke
Miller
Doctor
Charleston
W. Va
United States
Carr
Senate
Kenna
State Senate
House
Cleveland Theft Case Ties Local Suspect to Larceny
Detective Jacob Lohr from Cleveland arrived in town and will depart with William Whitcomb who is charged with larceny of a typewriter from a Cleveland businessman. Whitcomb was nabbed here while attempting to sell a $75 typewriter to dealer William Martin for $50. the machine was traced to Cleveland and authorities were notified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Lohr
Cleveland
City
William Whitcomb
Whitcomb
William Martin
Engineer James Graham Testifies on Two Brothers Explosion
James Graham, engineer of the Two Brothers, testified before U S Government inspectors yesterday. He declared the boilers were in good condition and there was plenty of water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Graham
United States
Woman sues husband over knife and hatchet attack
Lucinda Graham sues Charles Graham alleging a knife and hatchet assault last Saturday. He was jailed on a charge of aggravated assault and attempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucinda Graham
Charles
Not That Heary Henry Myers Not the Hennered Suspect
A Monday item suggested Henry Myers was arrested in a raid. In fairness to Henry Myers of the Lake Erie road, the report states he was not the person nicknamed Hennery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Myers
Lake Erie Road
Illegal liquor selling arrest shocks Southside
Martin Dixon of the Southside was arrested yesterday on a charge of selling liquor without a license on Sunday and to minors. Alderman Schaeffer remanded Dixon to jail in default of a 1500 dollar bail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Dixon
Southside
Alderman Schaeffer
Striker Shot Dead by Officer Sparks City Turmoil
New York reports a striker killed after a confrontation near Central Park. Officer Schneider fired into rioters after a rock assault. the fatal shot likely came from the conductor, who along with the driver was arrested. The strike on surface roads is declared over by leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Sixty-second Street
Boulevard
Central Park
Thomas K. Sehneider
Charles Walker
Frederick Kindorf
Schneider
McGowan
Essex Market
Patterson
River craft purchase by Crump owner J C Risher assets
Mr. 8. S. Crump buys all river craft previously owned by J. C. Risher including the steamers Tom Dodsworth Smoky City J C Risher and Monterey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. 8. S. Crump
J. C. Risher
Tom Dodsworth
Smoky City
Monterey
Twelfth ward Republican meeting yields council and official picks
The Twelfth ward Republicans met at the Springfield schoolhouse and selected council candidates David Robb Reuben Smith Thomas EB Perry Janes Clark Alderman J B Nobbs James Manus Joseph Warser constable John Selwyn Richard Allen Charles Volk John Cramer Louis L Allen James Park George Strabley. The primary is set for Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twelfth Ward
Springfield
Select Council
David Robb
Reuben Smith
Thomas EB
Perry
Janes Clark
J. B. Nobbs
James Manus
Joseph Warser
Constable
John Selwyn
Richard Allen
Charles Volk
John Cramer
Louis L. Allen
James Park
George Strabley
Tragic Pedestrian Death After City Car Collision
James A. Yates died from injuries after a Citizens' Traction Company car struck him at Penn avenue and Seventh street Saturday morning. An inquest by Nor McDowell is scheduled for today at Mercy Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Yates
Citizens’ Traction Company
Penn Avenue
Seventh Street
Mercy Hospital
McDowell
Willson Nominated for Pension Agent at Washington
Washington February 1 Senate Committee on Pensions ordered a favorable report on the nomination of William L Willson to be Pension Agent at Washington. Willson, a former soldier who lost both legs, has been supported for reappointment by all the old soldiers of the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Si
Mr. Slagle
Washington
Senate Committee On Pensions
William L. Willson
Willson
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West
Ranner
New York State
Mandel
Lave
Harry Wilkes
Harry
Pete McShannic
Wheeler's Bulletin
National
Mr. Rose
Rosemeade
Stambon
California
Frisco Chronicle
Allegheny County Baseball League
T. M. Bayne
Corres
Sporting Notes
Marrtry Duck
Paban Enon
Ely
Nel
Zimmer
Lebeck
Stricker
McKean
Setherth McAleer
Radford
Twitchell
Nicholsom
Slagle
George Keck
Keck
Frank Thompson
Steubenville
Thompson
Gyp
McPhillamy
Mair
Maharnecke
Major Montooth
Dr. Ayres
James Riley
Mr. Kelly
Jimmy Elliot
Dr. Maharneke
Mr. Eyes
Bom
Mr. Miller
Chick
Mair Agrin
Hemen
Fanning
Frank Hilton
Titton
William McClane
Paddy Quinn
Joseph Hanner
McClane
Mahanieke
John Fanning
Scott—McPhillamy
Borate McPhillamy
McPhill
Jackson Sullivan
George W. Holmes
Frank
Tie
Harneke
Mahaneke
Renney Blank
Frank Auchenbaugh
Sylvania
West Virginia
Ohio
Prrvances
United States Si Service
Nestea
Loo F
M. Fieoge
Ng Street Carriet
Crump
Wolff
Enon
Anand
Wolff & Randolph, Paladelphus
F. A. Cooke
D. OD
WEA
Jall-Uwr
Halford
Jalsziwwe
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