Ten-Club Plan Shifts Oakland Sewickley Role For League
Ambition grows to expand the Allegheny County League to ten clubs. Braddock contends for grounds and a spot, while Oakland and Sewickley press busy to secure places. Secretary Barr notes no final drop of Braddock and hints at a motion to add clubs if suitable grounds are found.
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Sewickley
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Geo Nwasl
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Gecetary
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Chile
Bart
Braddock Seare
Fixed Limit Sets Prize Ride Miles at 75
The article notes a fixed limit of 75 miles for contest ants to qualify for a prize in the local 142 hour event. George Noromac argues the limit is reasonable given a slap track like the Central Rink. Manager Davis has decided on Madison Square rates and Noremac will arrive to oversee arrangements in the section.
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George Noromac
Ge Pes Teeing Eben Ig
Davis
Madigan Square
Noremac
Braddock Bears No Ball Club This Season
Braddock will have no ball club this season as efforts to secure suitable grounds failed. The last attempt at obtaining land near Thirteenth street by the steel works through Jones fell through, leaving the team without a home field.
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Braddock
Bellevennon Railroad Ru
Jones
Thirteenth Street
Trainer says he cannot win unless accidents aid Hanover
Mr. Rogers, trainer for Captain Sam Brown, laments he is outclassed this year. He notes past near misses in handicaps and doubts any horse can beat Hanover unless misfortune strikes. Defaniter cannot match Hanover’s pace or weight.
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Rogers
Sam Brown
Hanover
Effort to stage Hogan versus Shes canceled by no show
Attempts to arrange a boxing clash between Tommy Hogan of this city and Shes of Wheeling stalled as Shes backers failed to appear in time. The Hogan camp offered a side bet which was reportedly ignored.
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Tommy Hogan
Shes
Wheeling
Tao Dide
Phillips Predictions Manager Says A Word Or Two
A brief note attributes a remark to manager Phillips, noting cautious language and limited details about upcoming events. The remark focuses on expectations and strategic outlook without specifics.
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Phillips
Exploded Tener Pitches Troubled by Trip Woes
Letters arrive from Australian ball players about Tener who has not pitched recently. One message notes he has been exploded and knocked out of the box too often, yet remarks he is still hitting well, with Carroll also praised for his hitting power in championship contests.
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Tener
Fred
Indian Ocean
Cable Carroll
Reese
Phillips
Carroll
California
Walton's Offer Sparks Philadelphia Bout Interest
Davy Sheehan received a letter from Harry Walton offering to fight Kelly Ridge or Hogan at catch weight in Philadelphia. Walton promises a $300 purse and says the bout could be staged in the city, reigniting interest among local sports fans after Walton's recent defeat to Cal McCarthy.
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Davy Sheehan
Harry Walton
Cal McCarthy
Walton
Kelly
Ridge
Hogan
Philadelphia
Parson Davies Weighs Offer To Manage World Title Fight
Curoaco February 27 Parson Davies received a notice from Ike Weir The Spider and Frank Murphys backers offering management of their skin glove fight to a finish for 2000 and the featherweight world title Davies has the matter under advisement and sent his conditions including a site and other arrangements. The contest is expected within 40 miles of Chicago theater district pending Davies approval.
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Chi Theater
Marah
Daviesci
Ee Pesiens
Donoghue Simpson Skating Race Off in Snow Dispute
Newburg report says Donoghue gained an amateur championship claim while Simpson refused to skate in snow. The event yielded no result as only part of the race was completed amid weather. prize details include a diamond medal for the winner of major segments. A separate item notes yacht rumors about the Thistle and the America's Cup prospects with skepticism from New York yacht men.
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Newburg
Donoghue- Simpson
Simpson
Er Artes
Joe Donoghue
United States
British Provinces
Seattle
New York
Thistle
Verity
Yacht Club
Elle T. Gerry
Pedestrian Match Opens March 4 at Wig Wam
Fixpuay C announces a six day 72 hour pedestrian match at the Wig Wam starting Monday March 4. The event draws Northwestern Ohio pedestrians with 16 entries already listed and four more expected from nearby cities and towns. Noted entrant John Lee, a Chinese miner, is among the competitors with prize money totaling $200 in gold and a share portion.
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Fixpuay
Ohio
Osevent
John Lee
Pedestrian Contest Set for Lith Riverport Streets
A 23 hour pedestrian contest is planned for March 12 and 13 in East Liverpoo. First prize is 100 dollars, second 70 dollars, third 0. Entry at Charles Fowler's restaurant with a ten dollar fee. Dan Swarty, a previous winner, is entered. The event is expected to succeed.
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East Liverpoo
Charles Fowler
East Liverpool
Dan Swarty
Third Annual Dinner of James H Porte Fishing Club
The James H Porte Fishing Club will hold its third annual dinner at the Monongahela House on Sunday afternoon. The event is a popular social gathering with Mr Porte inviting several city sporting editors to attend.
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James H. Porte
Pedestrian McClelland Plans Match Against Cox
E. McClelland returned from Wheeling where he competed last week. He says he left his backer to arrange a race with Thomas Cox of Parkersburg, a likely event for a future match.
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E. ©. McClelland
Wheeling
McClelland
Thomas Cox
Parkersbore
Ed Meyer Brings Rising Colt to Kingpton for Stake
Cantos February 27 Ed J Meyer of Bean Farm presents a promising filly by Black Clochan for a stake. The youngster shows early ability and a notable performance at the meet.
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Cantos
Ed J. Meyer
Ean Farm
Mr. King
Ongton
Black Cloo Chan
Multiple 19th Century Sports and Personal Notes
Philadelphia club posts a gross 8105 pounds while SPALDING teams reached Nice France yesterday. Benny Carruthers outclasses Dave Orr Jr. McCare says Sareen’s Brooklyns show the white feather. Dick Aero, once a fechter, aligns with New ene Grovan. Choynski defeats him in Frisco Tuesday. Strattor of the Louisvilles won’t sign unless Sunday games are axed. Oldfield, Seeee catcher, suffers injury as his wife dies leaving three children. Orator Shaffen to sign with Des Moines soon. old man longs to play Cleveland again. Charley Snyder taunts a Cleveland foe in Washington. Jack McAuliffe invited to train. Yale’s Garrile ampsnny of As Hoart linked to law study. Recks third baseman still undecided where to go. Mem as wsville noted. Colonels save capital era, Reccuit claims $000 cleared to $5,000.
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Nice
France
Benny Carruthers Agonts
Dave Orr
Asp Jr Mcrare
Sareen
Brooklyns
Dick Aero
Ee Fichter
Newene Grovan
Frisco
Joe Choynski
Canton
Strattor
Jack McAuliffe
Garrile
As Hoart
Yale
Jim Rem
Lele
Wsville
Becarese
Sleeping Car Service to Washington via Baltimore and Ohio
Sleeping car accommodations are now available to Washington D C through the Baltimore Ohio Railroad. The new route departs from Ensenlen Avenue and Wood Street, offering travelers direct access to the nation’s capital with enhanced comfort and convenience.
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Washington, D. C
Baltimore Ohio Railroad
Ateuer Wine
Wood Street
City Finance Committee weighs tax levy and street works
The Finance Committee reports on 1889 tax levy based on a $80 million valuation and 12 mills amid rising expenditures. It outlines $75,000 for Hiland reservoir distribution, $25,000 for street improvements, and small increases across Public Works Safety and Charities with a $200,000 unknown growth. Protests from wholesale liquor groups spur debate on reducing or delaying the business tax.
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Finance Committee
Select Council
W. A. Magee
Holliday
Enon
Miounh
Ste and
Texesonity
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Department of Epociot
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Publia
Express Wreck Near St Louis Bridges Collapse Killings
At Noumber Ontario February 27 a St Louis express west of a station passed through a bridge after a broken wheel traction spread rails. Cars including a Pullman and dining car plunged and toppled. eight to ten killed and about 30 wounded. Names listed among injured and dead.
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Tendante
Mitchell
William Wemp
Long Leaens
Ewan
A. W. Franst
Beecher
Daint
Milton Oore
Or Worden
Thomas L. Doutney
Jennings Seauing
Jee
Buddin
Dormer Chaffee
Ponti Pontin Stint
Wek
Joan Meicinle
London
George Ef Deir
York
Ise
Rie Marsal
Mra
J. H. Wilson Ghatne Si
Bea Unl” Beens
Rovere
Ert Hilton
Bt Kee
Mr. McLan If
Railroad Fare Reform Bills Defeated In Congress
The Mor bill for graded reductions in railroad fares based on earnings and the Braddock bill reducing to two cents were defeated today in Congress. The votes reflect opposition to substantial changes in fare policy.
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Erailroads
Columsrs
Braddock
Mystery in Harrison Papers Revealed by Miss Sanger
The article describes Miss Sanger, Harrison's stenographer, who copied and prepared private cabinet letters for General Harrison. She has sole access to the documents, with Halford unaware of their contents, and she keeps quiet about political connections beyond Harrison and Miller.
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Rapher
Harrison
Sod
Garrison
Miss Sanger
General Harrison
Or Miller
Graceful White House Dinner Honors Harrison Visit
General and Mrs Harrison dined at the White House at 7 o clock with President and Mrs Cleveland’s cards present. The event marked a graceful transition gesture, following a precedent set during Arthur’s era. Mrs Cleveland wore a Directoire gown and Mrs Harrison wore a black lace gown, while Mrs Folsom accompanied the president and Mrs Cleveland’s mother attended the dinner.
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Harrison
White House
Pruden
Cleveland
Arthur
Clevelands
Folsom
Ile
Dinner Guests At The Annex For General Harrison Reception
General and Mrs. Harrison returned from the White House and were joined by Mr. Morton for a brief call. Four guests, including Congressman Belden's party, dined elaborately in the annex with Magna Charta roses and orchid buttonieres. Senator Hiscock attended with several New York figures. The plan was for General Harrison to join the guests before dinner ended, but he later remained upstairs with his family. No plans for tomorrow. a pleasant day may bring a drive and further receptions. All are in good health and spirits aside from confinement fatigue.
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Hiscock
Exen
New York State
General Harrison
Harrison
White House
Indianapolis
Prohibition Campaign Kicks Off in Williamsport
In Williamsport a constitutional amendment advocates convention and evening mass meeting launched the campaign. Mayor James G. Foresman was elected permanent president, and a campaign organization with president William A. Stephens was formed. Attendance was large. funds totaling $600 were received. E. D. Nichols of Wilkes-Barre spoke. Ex-Governor Colquitt was absent due to illness.
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Williamsport
James G. Foresman
William A. Stephens
E. D. Nichols
Wilkesbarre
Colquitt
Parralysis tragedy near Rochester and crime notes
Condensed dispatches report Jon Cann of Rochester stricken with paralysis and near death. Bricker's store in Irwin robbed of tobacco and cigars with little chance of identification. Land dispute in Dunbar township settled when H. Frick Coke Co bought 185 acres for 9125 dollars. March Criminal Court in Uniontown to hear two murder cases and 70 indictments. county jail holds 44 inmates. Butler liquor license applications filed amid temperance waves and remonstrances. W M Martin faces charges over boarding house license and Sunday sale. A drowning incident near Kate Laga and a fatal fall involving Daniel Winebrenner noted amid local turmoil.
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Jons Cann
Rochester
Bricker
Irwin
Moreland Heirs
Dunbar Township
Tur March
Uniontown
Butler
Eating Their Crow Judges Rule Otherwise
A brief note reports that for a session scheduled tomorrow, the judges decided against the expected outcome. The decision overrode the anticipated plan, affecting participants and organizers.
Sullivan’s Story and the Pigott Forgery Unveiled
In a conversation Alexander Sullivan discusses Patrick Egan’s pivotal role in exposing Pigott as the forger behind the Parnell case. He recalls the non Parnell addressed package and Father Dorney’s trusted courier, Labouchére, as crucial links. The piece highlights Egan’s struggle with forged letters and the moral stakes for Irish home rule and the Times conspiracy.
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Alexander Sullivan
Pigott
Parnell
Verson
Father Dorney
Mr. Parnell
Labouchére
F. Edward J. Bean
Ferber Herbert
Patrick Egan
Times
Mr. Egan
Forger's Methods Revealed in Pigott Letters
SixcoLs, Nxs. February 27 report Patrick Egan exposed as publishing letters underpinning Pigott forgeries used in the Times Par n ellism exposé. The article cites a letter to P J Sheridan and Pigott misuses with pledges of money and feigned correspondence between Pigott, Egan, and Parnell.
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Richard Pigott
London Times
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Parnell Times Commission
London
P. J. Sheridan
Pigott
Marck Il
Deak Sim
Gost
Urs
Deel
Parnicere
Oes Egan
Mr. Parnell
Forger's Letters and Parnell Exposed in 1881 Case
The article outlines a scheme where forged letters were created by Pigott to trap Mr Egan and implicate Charles Parnell. It notes genuine letters from Parnell to Pigott, dated June 14, 1881, and the subsequent counterfeitings dated June 14, 1882. It mentions blackmail letters between Pigott and Egan, published in the Dispatch.
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P. Egax
Stir
Catanes
Stz
Charles
Pigott
Egan
Toe Dispatcu
Mdon
Times Calls For Endorsement Of Webster Letter Apology
The Times defends its publication of forged letters to support the Parnell inquiry. It insists it acted in public interest, notes Pigott was not its source, and accepts potential errors while denying conspiracy involvement. The Daily News attack is rejected as misleading.
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the Times
Webster
Parnell Commission
Rene Janerann
Mr. Witt
Pigott
Daily News
Parnell
Waifs Up the Waves and Political Tensions Abroad
The Cerar is due in Berlin in March amid Italian cabinet financial policy opposition. Boumants signal a cabinet modification as tensions rise. Russian forces mass on the ghee frontier and Pigott’s Paris arrest dominates gossip with a printer jailed in Viedixa for Crown Prince stories.
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Berlin
Boumants
Ttalian
At. Petersburg
Printer's Bay
Viedixa
Bard
Crown Pune
Pigott
Paris
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