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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1890
Page
17
The piece surveys boxing politics and blacklist rumors as Dempsey prepares for a San Francisco clash with McCarthy. It notes league dissension, potential four to ten club formats, and public interest in McKean Ward disputes, while praising handball and training ideas at Exposition Park.
Pringle argues that boxing deaths resemble risks in football and boat racing and should not condemn boxing. He notes European backing in South Africa and praises orderly sport events with little violence, while calling for fair comparison of sports deaths and public misunderstanding.
Pugilist Slavin wed a hotel barmaid in a private London ceremony at Margate where crowds welcomed the couple with bands fireworks and illuminations. After a banquet the pair traveled to Monte Carlo, while racing chatter and betting odds from the era follow with horse and boat race notes.
Indianapolis reports Harriman of Boston and McDonald of New York signed papers in Wabash for Harriman to begin a cross country walk from any Indiana city to San Francisco and back, totaling about 3000 miles. A $100 stake and $10 forfeit are posted. start within ten days and be watched by two guards.
Joe Hornung will reach New York in days to join the National League club. The World notes Abe Abbot is not forgotten and calls Tiernan a weaker fielder. Aaron Wee n of Cincinnati is active in town as the Old League claims two corkers from Homerville and Charley Byrne.
Paddy McBride and Jack Fogarty were expected last night but did not arrive. McBride will be here on Wednesday and fight Danforth in New Orleans on Saturday. Fogarty writes to John Quinn about Jimmy Ryan contesting Jack Reagan on Monday evening and a potential New York party for Bee Peres if Reagan shines.
The two ounce glove contest between Harry Nikirk and Charney McCoy will be held at Kittanning next Saturday evening under Queens rules. The bout starts to fit the late train arrival around midnight for Pit burgers to go home. Both fighters are in active training with Nikirk noted for a successful career.
Boston February 15 The Globe reports Joe King an 183 pound English boxer is matched to spar Jack Falvey of Providence at Lagoa Club. King allegedly ran off with a water jug and jewelry valued at about $350, forfeited $150 while the police were notified.
A telegram from Dallas reports Jake Kilrain has been detained in custody regarding the fatal sparring bout with Rometh in Baltimore. The incident occurred during a Kilrain athletic exhibition, and the authorities are handling the case as a killing inquiry.
Milwaukee February 11 Jack Carkesk wins three of four bouts against Tom Von ders with Connors taking the second in a $200 a fall match. Three falls out of five with the winner receiving the receipts. The bout ends amid a tame crowd.
The backer reported Mike Dugan suffers a severe grip attack but Dugan will come to the office next Saturday at 2 PM to guarantee his $90 and to fight Jack for a $200 purse.
Closed Bale Lexington Kentucky February 16Brasfield sale concluded today with reports of 400 horses sold at various high prices. Prices cited include over 900 dollars for some horses and strong bidding patterns observed throughout the week despite incomplete figures.
Baseball news reports Ad Gumbert has signed with Boston as a beaneater for the season at $3,000, with a three year possibility under conditions. Writers note talent and expect two more first-class players to join. Sowders and Gray respond to management. H anlon optimistic about a strong season and continued preparations as teams seek spring games.
The American Association Gitween List of New Signers records 1890 contracts with numerous signers linked to cities including Syracuse Toledo Indianapolis Cleveland Chicago Dayton Akron Wheeling and Beers. Names such as William M. McCluley Clarence Childs Barney McLagghiln Joseph Battin and others appear across multiple affiliations and locations.
John Ward the New York shortstop arrives in Jacksonville saying his party has secured Gainesville grounds and will tour the South with the Philadelphia Players' League team. They plan games in Gainesville Charleston Atlanta and other southern cities before beginning the Brooklyn season in April. They anticipate about three weeks away and seek warm weather, not money.
Ed Sheridan arrives as Browns secretary and assumes Munson's duties. Browns plan spring exhibitions with report date set for March 10. A Minne club meets Browns in April in Chicago League action. Brotherhood enthusiasts seek a three game series at Amateur Park. Boston 6 reportedly values a player, and Chris ignores an offer. McCarthy aims to resolve his case with Stoae, while Von der Abe remains firm.
Cincinnati dispatch reports Valentine day telegrams from baseball circles. George Nulton rejects love letters as he negotiates a first year with Providence and Quincy, while Milwaukee and Omaha fans seek terms. Will Hart is also pursued as Cincinnati lines up contracts.
Greensburg seeks a new service club in the Silegheny County League as negotiations continue. The report notes local figures like Cohen and the manager pushing to form a team, with Masontown and Fayette County clubs described as potential rivals.
Anson arrives and faces veteran challengers Billy Taylor and Keyes as Lawson is sent to the box in the fifth. Coughlin and Hutchinson pace mound work while Sullivan debuts for the visitors. Chicago rallies with four runs in the sixth after a rocky third for the home team and Bennett steals home on a risky dash before the lights end play in darkness. John Montgomery Ward watches from the grand stand.
Troy writer reports A Frank Clarke formerly of Citizens' Corps Baseball nine signed a three year contract with a New York League club. Salary rumored at 3500 dollars annually. Mutrie of New York and Sele of Boston pursued Clarke. Clarke's family is in Providence R I.
New Orleans La February 15 New Louisiana Jockey Club winter meeting reports clear pleasant weather attendance large track slow First race six furlongs Starters Zabo Ward Tol Joe Pierson Gl M tol Tom Karl 14 1to1 Event 104 tel Tidal 107 Colonel Cox 100 8to5 Joe Pierson led then fell back with Tom Karl winning by a head over Cox Lida T third Beani second Zeb Ward etc Second race nine and a half furlongs Mona P etc Fourth race handles ox fraction with Marchborn in front. Vice Regent wins by heads ahead of Marchburn with a foul noted.
Manager Davis tightens arrangements for the big six day race in April at Central Rink. Frank Hart confirms entry in what may be his final American appearance. Nor EMac and Danys Wack Smith set Detroit and Pittsburg race plans with Hegelman’s involvement. Herty aims to win as Davis contemplates trips to New York for race business.
The Glenwood Sportsman's Gun Club held a live bird shoot with four rounds per contestant. Ward led with four birds as Forner hit one, in ideal weather and under standard trap settings of 21 and 3 yards.
Race Track New Jersey February 15 entries list multiple five furlong races with horses including Long Time Ariel St Belisir Han Hope 108 and Vengeance Lizzie M Now Thon Willie Barton Woodstock plus further entries such as Umpire Blessed Avery Uscroln 109 Brier Glenvice 03 Fyuird face onsmile Gallus Dan George Unity meors John Arkine Hen en Teal and others. chart shows a mix of horse names and numbers for upcoming races and incomplete spellings indicate OCR damage.
ISPROSAL telegram reports today's races at Race Track Gurrensours New Jersey February 11. It lists multiple finishes with odds and times for events including a five furlong sprint and a one mile race. Notable placings include Viol first in the five furlongs and Paradise leading a display in the featured event along with Buckstone and Swift among others.
A large crowd gathered at Mechanics Building for a late night exhibition of strength and speed. Harvard competitors dominated events with A. H. B. Green winning the 4 yard dash final, J. B. Keating taking the one mile walk in 7:11, and G. Collamore of Harvard winning the one mile run in 4:58.15. Other victors included J. T. McNeil in the 2 yard dash and G. R. Fearing Jr. in the high jump, with Titan Athletic Club’s C. Coughlin setting a weight-throw record.
Louis Bezinah was discharged after a preliminary hearing before Justice Brown in Dallas Texas. The judge ruled that even the principal in a fatal prize fight could not be punished under state law since exhibitions and prize fights were licensed and there was no intent to kill. The case follows the death of Tom James after a boxing bout as Bezinah offered all his money to Mrs James and the wife planned to move to Denver for burial.
The column mentions Billy Dugan, Dugan and Dusan letters, and updates on trotting horses. It notes manager Mutrie of the New York League club predicting a record baseball season. Also discusses spring race plans at Detroit Driving Club with purses totaling $90,000 and a potential $10,000 2:24 stake renewal. Betting in Nashville poolrooms draws attention as East and Fairfield racing returns. Czech stallions Galliard Galopin and Tsonomy are oversubscribed, with Peter the cheapest stud option remaining available.
Anunsigned editorial note contends naming babies is a family issue while endorsing Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Purgative Pellets as a gentle sugar coated laxative. The advertisement claims these pills cleanse bowels liver and blood and health benefits for 25 cents a vial sold by druggists.
Fragment mentions general and nerving effects and says it imparts vigor and strength to the whole system. No clear product, date, or source context is provided to identify the item or its origin.
After a special convocation to confer the Grand Lodge degree in Castle Hall Fifth avenue Grand Chancellor Samuel Hilliard of the Knights of Pythias Pennsylvania received a handsome testimonial. Joan J Davie Assistant City Controller presented the mounted saber with ivory handle and engraved inscription. Hilliard gave an elegant touching reply.
The third deposit in the Priddy McClelland foot race was received at this office yesterday. Each party posted $200, totaling $500 per side contest. The race is set for March 1 with final deposits due then. Both parties are said to be in good standing and satisfied with the arrangements.
Getzain the pitcher visited the players headquarters today as talks continue on the league’s status. Officials say a decision will be announced Monday.
Yesterday morning a section of the gable at the Lutheran Church corner Highland Ave and Harvard Street fell during near-completion work. The stone building, recently plastered, likely had weakened foundations from heavy rains, causing the wall to collapse. Estimated cost of the damage is about $6,000 and the Sundine wall slated for demolition nearby.
Former East Saginaw resident Tom James died after a sparring exhibition incident tied to the Kilrain Muldoon controversy. James’s former home and current address details appear, with local recollections of his career and fate.
Officer Cochran of the Southside was assaulted while attempting to arrest John Deer last night. Deer overpowered the officer and began beating him. Officer Dill arrived to aid, and Deer, a prisoner, damaged the cell by tearing a water pipe and tried to break the door. Three men restrained him, and he was kept for the night.
A special B. and O. theatrical train with two Pullman cars two coaches and three baggage cars departed last night for the East. The Wilbur Opera Company bound for Poughkeepsie with 20 people also traveled on the same line. The Enemy Fong troupe and 60 more were due to arrive from New York over the same road this morning.
No work stoppage is expected at the Shoenberger mill following Murray's suspension, which is now understood to be temporary. The incident prompted preliminary inquiries but workers are not anticipated to walk out.
Shipping catalog snippet lists items and prices including a 21 inch black sursh, a 70e and 490 quality, plus 8 T. thread 4c. from Clark's O. Bros. of Allegheny Pennsylvania with store reference in Belding silk.
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