Exciting female bicycle race amid large Pittsburg attendance
Yesterday the female bike race drew a larger crowd than Monday or Tuesday as Miss Jessie Oakes closed the gap on Miss Hattie Lewis. Miss Lewis displayed strong courage, with Miss Von Blumen also riding well despite earlier injuries. A later wager and planned race against Miss Erminda sparked bets as riders continued to impress with speed and endurance.
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Jessie Oakes
Hattie Lewis
Miss Oakes
George D. Noremac
Frank H. Hart
Lewis
Pitts
Noremac
Miss Sualler
Miss Ermindo
Bbcyust
America
Rae Toe Lo
New York
Tam
Erminda
Snoa
Gingeo
Miss Lewis
Oakes
Pittsburg
Miss von Blumen
Miss Ex
Sensational rifle match may pit Huggins against Walters
A strong probability exists for a sensational rifle shooting match between Joseph A. Huggins of this city and Bernard Watters of the East. Watters has lately won many victories and challenged Huggins to contest at SM yards, ten shots each. A letter from W Farron in Holsoke suggested the match and Pittsburghers would relish such first class shooting if arranged.
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Joseph A. Huggins
Bernard Watters
Chalene Rae
Teanouy
W Farron
Walters
Backtae
Ast Walters
SM Yards
Pittsburgers
Bowe's Significant Talk at Genesee Hall
The Buffalo Baseball Club annual meeting at Genesee Hall presided by Deacon James White from Detroit. Last year yielded a 2 percent dividend. Directors reduced to five with officers elected: President James White, Vice-President John C. Rowe, Secretary Charlie R. Puzzerala, Treasurer Fidward Dean, Director James Franklin.
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Bowe
Brrra O
Buffalo Baseball Club
Genesse Hall
James White
Detroit
John C. Rowe
Charlies R. Puzzerala
Fidward &. Dean
James Franklin
Boodle Defense Heikes in Cincinnati Match
The Dayton bowler Heikes faced Cincinnati challengers under Hurlingham rules with 80 birds per side the match ending 81 for Heikes after a tight contest. Ed Taylor of Cincinnati refereed L. K. Huntain of Dayton was scorer. Hanille led late and Heikes won by a narrow margin as accuracy faded.
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Cincimsati
Cinecinnati
Rolla
Heikes
Dayton
Hurlingham
Ed Taylor
Cincinnati
L. K. Huntain
Aescene
Hanille
Bret Tetatres Wit Siemens
Eikes
McCrelland Accepts Guerrero Challenge for Pittsburg Race
C. McCrelland of Pittsburg accepted Guerrero's challenge and plans to race in three weeks after signing articles for Wade on a Pittsburgh track. A Dispatch meeting is proposed to confirm details and see Guerrero respond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. C. McClelland
Gus Guerrero
TE. C. McCrelland
Pittsburg
Renee Crenene
Sais
Waeide
Pittepurg
Guerrero
The Pedestrians Leave City for New York and San
A fragmented report notes a group of professional pedestrians departing the city. Guerrero departed early for New York, Engiedraam headed to Zachonins, and Susen Joe Hart left last night. Forecast suggests Hart and another may travel to San in February.
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Guerrero
New York
Engiedraam
Zachonins
Susen Joe Hart
Hart
San
Winter Tennis Opens at Old Hallion Club
Winter tennis season announced with club matches set at Old Hallion. First games begin January 7 as part of the club's winter schedule.
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Old Hallion Jr
McKeesport Club Boss Blasts Country Umpires
McKeesport Ball Club manager Frank Torreyson describes country umpire rulings at Bedford Pennsylvania. He hints the club may join the Western Pennsylvania League, notes clubs are poor and often fail to meet engagements, and supports paid umpires at ten dollars per game.
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Frank Torreyson
McKeesport
Torreyson
Bedford
Western Pennsylvania
East End Athletics
McKeeson
Pedestrian trio touts cigarettes as athletic aid
Moore Guerrero and Noremac claim cigarettes boost performance and fight fatigue. Moore says smoking helps in contests and after sleep deprivation at a Madison Square Garden race fix, while Herrero asserts cigarettes revive him and banish drowsiness. Noremac backs strong smokes for stamina but not under pressure.
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Moore
Guerrero
Noremac
Pedestrias
Muldoon
Madison Square Garden
Billiard Officials Debate National Handicaps in New York
A Chicago January 2 report notes a New York offer of 3000 for a balk line handicap tournament among top players like Schaerer Slosson and Vignanx with 14 inch lines for first class men and Linch for others. Experts argue a national handicap could revive the sport and attract entrants, with entry fees proposed at about 250 pounds. It warns revival hinges on broad participation and suggests Jacob Schaefer would only reappear as an exhibitor.
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Chicago
New York
Schaerer
Slosson
Vignanx
Jacob Schaefer
County League Seeks Eight Clubs for Baseball Circuit
Al Pratt said on the record that efforts are underway to assemble eight clubs for the 4 County Baseball League. The move aims to raise the league's size and competitive reach, with positive expectations for success.
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al Pratt
Ogee
The Checker Contest Winners at Lorpox
In Lorpox January 2 the first day of the checker contest saw Barker win one game while the other game ended in a draw.
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Lorpox
Barker
Tre St Louis Jockey Club raises sixty thousand for June racing
Sporting notes report the Tre St. Louis Jockey Club has raised 60 000 for an 18 day meeting starting June 1. The item mentions W A Louise Pomeroy as ex wife of Brick Pomeroy, a reference to betting and a spring racing meeting. Also noted is a £100 sweepstakes walking match with Littlewood and a switch to professional for Walter Halligan after defeating Dave Jiddy.
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Maxacen Phiurs
Tre St. Louis Jockey Club
Cc. W. A
Louise Pomeroy
Brick” Pomeroy
Serene
Salata
Chief Arthur doubts interview quotes on Cavener
Chief Arthur of the Locomotive Engineers' Brotherhood expressed strong doubts about A. R. Cavener's statements in a Chicago dispatch. He refused to comment on concessions or broader implications, saying he lacks reliable information and does not know the committee's movements.
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Cleveland
Arthur
Locomotive Engineers' Brotherhood
Associated Press Dispatch
Chicago
A. R. Cavener
Burlington Grievanceommitteer
Gavener
Cavener
Revolution Suppressed in Puerto Pista Action
Secretary of State memo reports US Consul dispatch from Puerto Pista dated December 13 says arrests were made after a disturbance in the north. The situation remains under control as authorities suppress the uprising and detain several participants.
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WasHixerTax
D.C
Secretary of State
United States
Puerto Pista
Can
Fey
Pittsburg Companies Affected by Mammoth Drug Store Fire
The St. Louis fire report lists Pittsburg firms with claimed losses, including People's 2500, Western 2500, Allemania 1500, German 1500, and Citizens 2500, as the mammoth blaze at the drug store continues to mount.
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Pittsburg Lessie
St. Louis
Pittsburg
People’s
Western
Allemania
German
Citizens
Montreal girl who fasts for seven years astounds doctors
Josephine Bedard, a pretty French Canadian from Tingwick now living near Lewiston, has not eaten or desired food in over 2,550 days. A Montreal physician calls her a physical wonder after she survived a diphtheria ordeal and subsists on water alone. Bedard studies, reads, and helps at her father’s farm, denying marriage plans as she remains devoted to her daily life.
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Josephine Bedard
Dr. Tanner
Montreal
Lewiston
Tingwick
Canada
Josephine
Fighting for the Boy Sensations Developments Expected
New Haven January 2 A habeas corpus case in Superior Court promises to develop cross bills for divorce. Dr L M Denslow once with Bellevue Hospital New York now a St Paul physician sued for access to his son as Mrs Denslow refuses to return with the child. The dispute accrues after Mrs Denslow left her husband and returned to her father’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Superior Court
L. M. Denslow
Bellevue Hospital
New York
St Paul
E. W. Snags
Newark
Wolcott Wins Colorado Senate Nomination Quietly
Denver January 2 The Republican senatorial caucus chose W E D Wolcott on the first ballot with 44 votes over Thomas M Bowen 15 and H A W Taber 1 The nomination was made unanimous and the Legislature will meet in joint session January 15 to formally elect Wolcott.
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Denver
W. E. D. Wolcott
Thomas M. Bowen
H. A. W. Taber
Wolcott
Evansville Bricklayers and Masons member found dead
January 2. Louis Meyers, holder of a union membership card, was found dead near the casting forge at the Sharon Iron Furnace. His body will be suitably buried by the workers.
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J Sharon
Louis Meyers
Evansville Bricklayers
Masons
Uni
Sharon Iron Furnace
January Sale Linens and White Goods at Jos Horne & Co
January sale at Jos Horne & Co Penn Avenue Stores offers linens and white goods at strong bargains. Demand is high with many buyers, so shoppers should come early to avoid missing hot deals in a bustling department store setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
New Year Flour Ad From Whitmyre & Go
An advertisement urges housekeepers to begin the year with Rosalia flour, produced exclusively by Whitmyre and Go on Thirty-eighth Street and Alleghany. The copy promotes quality and market leadership for domestic baking needs.
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Rosalia
Whitmyre & Go
Thirty-eighth Street
Alleghany
Panama Tranquil Despite Canal Crisis Report
December dispatch says canal work continues and contractors have paid workers. Gold premium has risen sharply amid fears abroad of riots, but local police and troops are ready to quell unrest between Panama City and Colon.
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Panama
Panama Canal Company
Colon
Policeman Shielded in Raid at Sixth Avenue Policy Shop
New York January 3 Sergeant OToole and Detectives Webb Saul and Tappan raided the policy shop at 487 Sixth Avenue where gambling was also alleged. They arrested Robert Smith James Howard and Patrick Smith and seized 3000 poker chips two red and black layouts and other paraphernalia. Anthony Comstock assisted in the raid and was struck in the face by an assailant as he chased a burly man. he sustained a black eye and facial injuries while detectives recovered the prisoners. The suspects were jailed at police headquarters.
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Anthony Comstock
Tiee Dispatch
New York
O'Toole
Central Office
Webb
Saul and Tappan
Sixth Avenue
Robert Smith
James Howard
Patrick Smith
Ford
Comstock
Tappan
Murderous assault suspect in St. Louis arreste
A man identifying as John Arthur Burns was arrested for a brutal assault on a woman at 521 Clark avenue. He allegedly choked her, threatened to kill, and pushed her from a third story window as passersby and an officer intervened. He claimed divine orders to slay the woman.
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St. Louis
John Arthur Burns
Clark Avenue
Burns
Hades
Cleveland and Pittsburg Railroad Stockholders Meet
Cleveland stockholders gathered for the Cleveland and Pittsburg Railroad annual meeting. President McCullough presented the year ending November 30, 1883 with receipts of 1,294,521 and total disbursements of 1,294,009 including mortgage interest and construction bonds. The old board of directors including J N McCullough and B F Jones was re elected for the coming year.
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Cleveland
Cleveland and Pittsburg Railroad
McCullough
J. N. McCullough
B. F. Jones
George B. Roberts
William Bucknell
Charles Ta Tanier
William C. Eggleston
E. A. Ferguson
J. V. Painter
E. R. Perking
R. P. Ranney
R. E. Smith
W. W. Holloway
Emancipation Celebration Highlighted by Philadelphia Talk
In Philadelphia on January 2 the emancipation celebration marked 25 years since abolition. Notables addressed the gathering including Governor H B Lee former Wilberforce University president and Christian Recorder editor who spoke on the moral state of freed Black people. Rev Allen of the Freedman's Board spoke on conditions in the South and optimism for progress ahead.
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Philadelphia
H. B. Lee
Wilberforce University
The
Christian Recorder
Allen
Freedman’s Board
Presbyterian General Assembly
South
Postoffice and Stores Robbed in Erie Burglary
United States Court officials here were notified today of a burglary in Clarendon, Erie. A cracksman gang broke into the postoffice after raiding several stores, securing about $400 in stamps and cash and destroying many letters.
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Erie
United States
Clarendon
Various Local and National News Briefs From 19th Century Wire
Dax Daly a Kansas City barkeeper killed Joseph Long in a dispute over drinks. A Republican caucus in Augusta renominated William P Frye for Senator by acclamation. The Q dynamiter trial continued in Chicago with the indictments quashed. A pardon warrant for Hopkins was mailed to the Ohio penitentiary warden with an immediate release order. R. E. J. Mrs veteran manager retires from Cincinnati Grand Opera House. Harry Rainforth takes over management. An unknown man shot and killed Charles Northrup a cook in Ingalls jomber camp near Cloquet Minnesota. killer fled. The Soldiers Home in New York State has inmates. 1888 iron purchases cost 153% cents and clothing costs $1682 per man per job. Richard Waller, aged 93, oldest in Dubuque, dies. born in England. The Chicago Arbeiter Bund opposes the master’s report regarding its injunction to restrain mayor and police. Controversy surrounds the transfer of parties to the Terrey at an undeR St.
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Dax Daly
Kansas City
Joseph Long
Tuer
Augusta
William P. Frye
Chicago
Hopkins
Ohio Penitentiary
Cincinnati Grand Opera House
Harry Rainforth
Charles Northrup
Ingalls
Jomber Camp
Cloquet
Minn
New York State
Richard Waller
Dubuque
Englan
Chiesgo Arbeiter Bund
Hayti and France Legitime Threats Denied at Hayti
SPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DISPATCH New York January 2 reports say Legitime threatened Americans in Hayti are unproven. Dr Auguste sailed to Paris and May encounter with Carnot discussed Hippolyte recognition. French stance aligns with United States. merchants doubt hostile acts. Dominican navy plans include four ships with Red Rose bought as national war vessel.
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New York
Auguste
Paris
Hoyti
Hippolyte
Hayti
Legitime
Carnot
Dr. Auguste
France
Haytian Republic
United States
Dominion
San Domingo
Julia
Haiti
Europe
Red Rose
el Presidente
Graceful Surrender Report on Haytien Retaking
Washington January 2 The Secretary of State released Rear Admiral Luce s official report on retaking Hayti dated December 21 The Galena and Yantic reached Hayti December 20 a Haytian gunboat helped tow the vessel to the outer harbor and Luce awaited restoration of shore belongings before formal acceptance of the Haytian Republic The Haytian Republic was to be turned over next day to an English crew for delivery to the United States Government and questions over naval courtesy friction existed The Yantic and Galena would stay at Hapti as a precaution and Luce planned to deploy boats to Cape Haytien and other ports The report includes a letter from the Haitian Foreign Affairs secretary noting the government s grant of the merchant steamer Haytien Public with reservations on judiciary actions in American Courts.
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Washington
D. C
Luce
Haytien Republic
Hayti
Galena
Admiral Luce
Galliard
New York
United States
General Legitime
Hapti
Cape Haytien
State Department
Preston
Republic of the United States
Republic of Hayti
Haytien
St. Marc
Port au Prince Haiti Threats Over U S Residents
A sensational dispatch from Port au Prince dated December 31 claims Haitian papers threaten Americans with imprisonment and death as Hippolyte’s army marches toward the capital. The American consulate fears danger while Minister Preston calls the reports unfounded though a U S claim for damages may face counterclaims.
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New York
Port-au- Prince
Mr. Thins
Uni
Hippolyte
Port-au-Prince
Haytien
Haytien Republic
Preeton
Little Republic
United States
Fatal Farm Dispute Ends in Double Homicide in Mississippi
In Aberdeen Mississippi January 2 a farm dispute near Fentress led to a battle between Frank and James Coleman and Charles and William Delay. Frank Coleman and Charles Delay were killed instantly. James Coleman was wounded. William Delay was wounded. two Delay sisters were also wounded. Prominent Choctaw county names involved.
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Mississippi
Aberdeen
Miss
Fentress
Frank
James Coleman
Charles
William Delay
Frank Coleman
Charles Delay
Delays
Choctaw County
Court Infantry of Pittsburg Defends Knox Farm in 1863
In 1863 Pittsburg lawyers formed the Court Infantry to defend the Knox strawberry farm from Confederate forces. The unit, led by Major General Brooks, marched from Smithfield street to Brownsville avenue, but Confederate generals fled. the group kept crowds at bay and later planned a St Jackson's Day parade. The roster includes Captain William B. Negley and Lieutenants Samuel B. Clarey, Judge Mellon, and C Hasbrouck.
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Knox
Pittsburg
John Morgan
Court
Boyd's Hill
Yondar Hill
Court Infantry
Smithfield Street
Ongahela Bridge
Brownsville Avenue
Knox Farm
Stonewall Jackson
Jubal Early
Morgan
Salem
Ohio
William
Negley
Samuel B. Clarey
Judge Mellon
C. Hasbrouck
James I. Kahn
R. B. Carnehan
Thomas Ewing
H. Geyer
John N. McClowry
John Mellon
D. W. Bell
C. I
Gever
Judge Hampton
Dern
Miss Garpickle Frowces Kiljordan With a Reversible Cuff
In a Chicago Tribnne style vignette Miss Garpickle rejects Bardolph Kiljordan despite his ardent protestations. He pleads to change fate but she remains firm saying no future together due to a detail as trivial as his reversible cuffs.
Amicable settlement hoped in Burling ton strike talks
Curcaco January 2 It was understood that the conference between the Q officials and the engineers committee would resume today but was postponed to tomorrow Vice President Stone and General Manager Ripley were too busy with year opening duties to discuss the strike further Chairman Cavener remained confident the matter would be settled amicably tomorrow
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Curcaco
Stone
Ripley
Cavener
Somewhat Peculiar Scheme Prompts Lottery Controversy
A special telegram from Minneapolis reports Mayor Ames tied to a Northwest lottery affair. Des Moines backers and Helena Investment Company run a drawing in Helena Montana with 153 cash prizes. ticket price $5. Some managers have withdrawn amid questions of legality while Des Moines supporters defend the honesty and legitimacy of the venture.
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Distatch
Northwest
Iowa
Montana
Ames
Helena
Mont
Adom House
Des Moines
Mercer License War Looms Over County Signatures
In Mercer county a license war unfolds with petitions and remonstrances circulating as the final week for signatures passes. Both temperance and liquor factions claim around 1,000 names, but neither side reveals lists. Papers will be filed Monday in Mercer, granting two weeks for legal name checks and response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saxon
Mercer County
Mercer
Sharon
Labor Bribery Allegations Shake New York Union
A sensational report alleges bribery within the Central Labor Union connected to the Boss Brewers to influence the pool beer boycott. Barkeeper Eck, detective Von Gerichten, and Seere Seifert face bribery charges, with many Central Union delegates implicated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Central Labor Union
Folks Zeitung
Socialist-Labor
Eck
von Gerichten
Seere Seifert
Central Union
Quiet Start in Wahalak Says No Negro Killings
Montoran Mississippi January 2 report from Wahalak states every i is quiet and denies any truth to rumors of killings of negroes there today.
A Gorgeous Nurse On Washington Boulevards
A striking figure appears in the Washington promenades as the foreign nurse of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon McKay’s daughter, clad in dark blue cloak with red trim and a Russian bonnet, walking beside the infant in white. Nearby crowds note the German Minister’s gaudy turnout, though it draws less attention now in our metropolis.
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Washington
Washington Post
Gordon McKay
Washington Isa
Local items condensed for ready reading
Homestead beam mill began operations yesterday on a single turn employing 100 idle men. A musical and literary entertainment was held by Post 41 G A R in Lawrenceville. The St Philomena Society will perform Handy Andy at St Paul’s Cathedral Fair to benefit the cathedral. Josefh Lang the baker, recently from Philadelphia, will face Alderman Griext Wednesday for alleged theft. Allen traveled to Altoona last night for Blair county court hearings and a second-class meeting is planned in the meat few days to prove against.
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Homestead
Post 41
Lawrenceville
St Philomena Literary and Dramatic Society
Andy
St Paul's Cathedral
Josefh Lang
Philadelphia
Peen
Allen
Altoona
Oe SS
Blair County
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Third Avenue
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Vantage
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