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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1889
Page
13
A review of sport highlights the McAuliffe versus Myer lightweight title bout and its varied reception across regions. The piece weighs in on perceived science vs technique, compares outcomes with other famous rings, and notes the broader impact on amateur clubs, cross country boxing offers, and Pittsburgh athletic affairs.
From a telegram to Jack Dempsey received by President Folda of the California Athletic Club, a Neva club weighs a meeting with Dominick McCaffrey for an $80 purse. Folda asks what Dempsey can arrange to meet McCaffrey after February 16. Dempsey replies that his engagement is open after that date.
Frank Torreyson, McKeesport ball club manager, aims to form a new club to join the Allegheny County League. Applications are due Monday evening. The venture needs 600 dollars, already subscribed, with four leading players secured including Mitchell, Tarreyson, Spear, and Lateen.
In Chicago on February 16 a man claims he bet 500 with referee Mike McDonald, backing Meauliffe. The bettor’s name is not yet disclosed. Gilmore is said to seek a chance to prove his intention to fight yor.
Indianapolis February 16 Frank Bancroft is connected with the Hoosiers in a telegram to the Dispatch. The brief item notes his involvement and a February 16 timing, signaling a basketball or sports context.
Jimmy Galvin, famed as the "Great Galvin" and "Podgy Pitcher," has returned from St Louis after settling a family matter. He discussed bets with Dunlap Conway and others, praised the Browns and Pittsburgh League prospects, and spoke of training and touring Allegheny politics in the wake of his comeback.
The Chicago press decries the Meyer McAuliffe bout as a fake money grab. Patrons endured rough handling, long waits, and crowding for a staged show with little harm done, while insiders profited. Billy Madden deflects blame but hints at a future match elsewhere for a larger purse.
The report notes two seasoned pugilists Myer and McAnullifer sparred in a near five round match. Both landed strikes but neither sustained injury, prompting talk of a rematch.
The record recounts Jack McAuliffe of Cork who rose to lightweight fame from Bangor and Williamsburg with battles against Hooper Dacey Hyman Carney and others, plus Billy Myer son of Streator’s police magistrate carving a boxing path from his apprentice shop to major bouts across Illinois and the Northwest, detailing wins and opponents from 1885 to 1888.
Loxspor reports English interest in the coming Derby and the American team. Professional players are expected to be treated as gentlemen. Mrs Helen Ward meets her husband after a London tour. Ormande, owned by the Duke of Westminster, sold for £14,000, soon heads to Buenos Aires. Hetting remains a racing favorite with limited wagers.
Arrangements are set for a three day female pedestrian contest at the London Theater starting Thursday. Local entrants compete for the Western Pennsylvania championship and a prize of $18. Contenders include Aggie Harvey Clara Bell Jennie Ranson Lala Joel Lizzie Anderson Mamie Wood Lula Hart Alice Robinson and Mrs Robinson.
Conyers Ohio February 16 Wheeler Wikoff secretary of the American Association issues a bulletin naming a long list of athletes and officials connected with the 1899 athletics contingent. Names include Robinson Whittaker Hornung Griffin Reilly Davis Hine Raymond Milligan Twitchell Washington Connor Richardson White Hathen George Titcomb Slattery Gore Lowe Griffith Sonora Keegan Morrison D Denver McAndrews Smith Nic Smithith Toffi ng Slelibasse Ardners Murphy and others from multiple cities including Baltimore Cincinnati Cleveland Kansas City and Des Moines. The document reads as a register of participants and associates linked to the athletics program.
Fragmentary text notes a linkage between Canton eins and the Al springfeld in Ohio. It mentions a person connected to the former administration and a shift to new management, but details are incomplete and unclear.
Myer and backer Alf Kennedy protested at North Judson over the split of the $5,000 light weight prize. The stakeholder Harry Ballard holds the money as articles allow another meeting within 72 hours if a draw or dispute occurs. Myer insists on an aggressive style in the next fight, challenging McAuliffe to a rematch.
New York, February 10 to Chicago February 14 dispatches reveal Jack McAnuliffe, claiming he was hardly scratched after a bout with Myer. He says he could not fight and notes plans to tour with Madden. Dr. Hughes reports multiple telegrams about his condition and asserts he was not hurt and eager to meet Myer again.
New York report states a bill will be introduced in the New Jersey Legislature to legalize boxing matches and tournaments run by incorporated athletic clubs. Hudson county authorities informed clubs including the Scottish American Athletic Club and Jersey City Athletic Club they may not hold further boxing events.
Cambridge February 14 The Columbia freshmen accept Harvard freshmen's challenge to an eight crew two mile straightaway race at New London in June Columbia beat Harvard last year Harvard freshmen decline to race Yale freshmen in a similar event
Special telegraph to the Dispatch reports George Miller catcher for the Allegheny Club was arrested for fighting on the street late last night in Philadelphia vicinity. The incident occurred near Harrissy One on February 18.
The piece notes that promoters may be required to file affidavits regarding the McAuliffe-Myer controversy, with Chicago opinion suggesting the affair’s inferiority. It mentions Bry O Bates claiming New York nerve in a female bicycle race and Kentucky colt Baron Harold among notable wagering and breeding topics. A Los Angeles owner contemplates a £50,000 bid for the stallion Stamboul, with bids routed through Orrin Hickok. Stamboul is cited for California’s fastest race record at age six.
Washington February 16 three tariff bills were reported from the Ways and Means Committee. McMillan Breckenridge and Randall advanced measures to reduce taxation and amend internal revenue laws with a majority and minority view. Breckenridge cites a total proposed cut of 41.7 million on tin plates wool woolen schedules tobacco and other items. The Cowles bill would cut the 1890 surplus from 53.43 million to 22.75 million and repeals taxes deemed oppressive on farmers while ending harsh collection practices.
Representative Cox reported success in guiding the Territorial bill. A letter from Martin Kran, Democratic Territorial Committee chair, urges immediate division of Dakota and statehood. He thanks Cox, notes almost universal Dakota support, and warns against a party Northwest split. He promises a West welcome if Cox visits.
The article follows Carnot after the Floquet Ministry's collapse, noting his personal pace and conduct as he reflects on events, including his perch in the Chamber of Deputies gallery and his departure shortly thereafter.
Loxpow February 16 reports English court life sees Empress Frederick's death prompting mourning attire at drawing rooms. Queen Victoria's influence weighs on attire rules as royal ladies and ambassadors' wives are expected to wear black, dimming the sight of gowns and court splendor.
London reports that the Parnell commission exposes the Times as relying on a weak pillar in Piggott and shows extravagant spending by forgery rings and lawyers. The fallout leaves about a hundred Times shareholders financially harmed and unnamed managers like Walker and Buckle likely to face accounting.
Lex Don reports English politics as dull as Parliament awaits reassembly. Chamberlain speaks in St Andrews praising Balfour, portraying the Scottish leader as knowing and brave against disorder.
London reports the Czarowitz plans to marry Princess Alexandria of Hesse, granddaughter of the Queen of England, aged 17. He is described as mild and devoted, with the engagement to be formalized soon before a future coronation.
London cable reports twelve English jurors, soon to be subjects of the Prince of Wales, ruled a colored engraving of the Prince and Princess accurate though not flattering. An umbrella maker was ordered to pay 10 guineas for the poster deemed a likeness, despite claims of inexact and unpatriotic depiction.
Lexpos report from February 16 notes violinist Joachim who debuted as a prodigy at seven, with a duet with his then teacher Sxervachinsky. A banquet marks the fiftieth anniversary of that debut, to be held in Cambridge on the fourteenth of next month by the Cambridge University Musical Society.
The Empress of Russia, recovering from the Borki disaster shock, is gradually resuming balls and public appearances. A St. Petersburg letter cites physicians shifting from despair to confidence in her recovery.
New Orleans February 14 warm cloudy weather left the track deep in mud. In the half mile race Superior won with a time around 50 seconds, Mary second, Dan Meeks third. The four and a half furlong race saw Stuart at Lord Grosvenor second, Pomeroy third. Five-eighths race winner Lomatest timed near 1:08 with Little Hestered in rear. Jim Navenes recorded second.
Representative Norwood of Georgia drafts a minority report opposing the Senate Panama Canal resolution. The document argues the measure is a false declaration and a misapplication of the Monroe doctrine aimed at a sister republic. It warns the plan would commit the United States to something unsound, suggesting perhaps more self-interest than patriotism in the resolution.
Loxpoy February 16 The Duke of Newcastle will marry Miss Candy at All Saints Church Margaret Street in a very early 9 30 a m ceremony Two attendants will carry the bride's train of silver brocade The news notes the Duke’s prior New York visit and promises a fairly grand wedding The dispatch also references a separate item from St Petersburg to Paris in a saddle by PSY CABLE.
Findlay plans to enter the new Tri-State Baseball League with a team next season, contingent on arrangements made today by W H Herrington, manager. The meeting aims to finalize details and secure entry for the Findlay club.
A group from St Petersburg has laid a wager that they will travel to the Paris Exhibition on horseback in 75 days, each rider accompanied by a groom to care for his horse.
Loxpon February 16 reports English papers still debate authorship of the Bismarck article. Mr Stead is named as the writer, while Parity Fair questions Countess Von Bothmer due to illness. The Contempor ary Review article era tem is discussed as a potential leak of the writer’s identity.
Lowpos February 16 reports the Marquis of Ailesbury known for cheating and a large fortune has begun divorce proceedings against his wife the Marchioness Dolly Lester. The case could be technically grounded but unlikely to succeed as Dolly Lester is described as improved from her prior life and the court may not grant the break.
London and other capitals report the Reverend Baxter, famed for gloomy forecasts, declares the world will end in 1901. He links a major European tragedy to rulers including Bismarck and the Czar, and claims significant territorial losses to occur, though he offers no clear rationale for the missed earlier date.
Loxpox February 16 Colonel North a modest English financier famed for rumor and vanity has sailed toward America after a sheriff’s writ nearly disrupted his ocean voyage. Once a prominent London figure his wealth is described as small caliber yet he has spread portions of fortune among actors and newspaper men to gain cheap publicity. Public debate asks if he will spark a real boom or fade like a Baron Grant style financial bubble.
English residents flee Rome amid riots as authorities struggle to detain them. Placards reassure foreign visitors that they will be safe and that rioters will be restrained, asserting that outsiders spending money in Rome will be respected by the populace.
Loxpoyx February 16 Oxford University youths plan a staged Julius Caesar next Wednesday continuing through Ash Wednesday. Henry Irving Jr. will debut as a minor star, following his father’s fame. POTTSVILLE February 16 Pottsville Iron and Steel Fishback mill workers face 10 to 15 percent wage cuts starting Monday. a meeting will decide on acceptance.
New York reports ex Senator Windom of Minnesota hedges on joining General Harrison's Cabinet. He says he cannot deny or affirm a Cabinet role but notes the Cabinet slate will be completed by his return. Windom declines to name himself as the power behind the lineup.
Kalamazoo residents learn a poor family has inherited a fortune once tied to a girl who disappeared years ago. A baby was left in 1870 with a shoemaker's family who later moved to Texas township. A Pinkerton detective tracked the girl in 1887 finding she had married and now faced a distant claim to a sizable legacy.
February 16 report from Williamsforth notes additional amendment alleging 127 fraudulent votes across 18 townships. Petitioners claim knowledge post filing. Sea Bnyee party adds signers. Court overrules respondent objections, extends testimony time to May and August, orders proceedings printed, and adjourns to meet again in two weeks as examiners resume daily work except Tuesday and Saturday.
Washington February 16 The House Committee on Territories authorized a favorable report on Delegate Josephs bill providing an enabling act for the incorporation and admission of the Territory of New Mexico.
Monday sale offers 320 tailor made men suits in various patterns at 15 dollars each. Fitting small sizes, more than 30 styles available at 600. Located at P. C. C. corner Grant and Diamond opposite the new Court House. Extra 100 styles of English worsted pants at 124 dollars.
At the residence on Febster Avenue on Saturday May 1, the only surviving daughter of John Sf and Martha A. Irwin died in her second year. Funeral arrangements to be announced.
Baking powder marketed as phosphate health product declares no drugs. Contains instruction to send for free sample, but details on sender, address, and validity are unreadable in the fragment.
A local dealer advertises a wide selection of medicinal wines and spirits with prices for full quarts and dozen bundles. Items include Guckenheimer Winesky eight years old export at 100 dollars per full quart, Overholt five years old at 100 dollars per quart, Finch's Golden Wedding ten years old at 123 dollars per quart, Hollands gin at 12 dollars per quart, Danville Old Irish Whisky at 1 dollar per quart, Islay Scotch at 1 dollar per bost fall quart, Wise's Old Irish Whisky at 150 dollars per bottle per quart. California wines are offered likewise with full quart pricing and bulk offers. Free price list by mail.
A historic notice condemns C O Ds and cash on delivery terms for wines and liquors. Madam Reed offers future-forecast readings, claiming to reveal love, marriage, divorce, and business fortunes with caller names, ages, and dates. The ad promotes psychic guidance, warning against impostors and urging readers to consult the gifted woman for future companions.
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