Negotiations Fail Over Toledo Franchise in Baseball Talks
A Toledo conference ends without agreement as American Association leaders push Toledo to sell its franchise for seven thousand dollars. Spalding Thurman and local magnates clash over peace plans, with threats of broader moves in the national game and no immediate settlement expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Columbus
Thurman
American Association
Ketcham
Baits
Morton
Rochester
Syracuse
Toledo Club
Association
Urban
Clee
Messrs
Spalding
Mesere
Spaldins
Toledo Sebtlemen
Messrs Spalding
Thorman
Cood Clube
National League
Perce Sud
Pena
Boston
Local Magnates Meet to Discuss Baseball Club
The New Ball Club officials met at the Hotel Anderson to discuss consolidation and details of reorganizing the franchise. President O Neil said no major actions were taken and outlined plans to resign the old club to form a new National League team, with Ed Hanion as manager once settled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson
O'Neil
Rea
Scandrett
Kirown
Kerr and McCallum
Fon
Nations League
Wellee
Ed. Han
Siubecans Rally Against City Association Club Plan
The Boston Triumvirs vow to block a proposed Association club in Boston. President Soden recruits Philadelphia’s Reach, with Wagner brothers and Ebibe to pressure rivals. Exiled Athletics reportedly over $300. Conant claims Spaulding blocks Association clubs in Chicago and Boston. League leaders seek Byrne and Resch support to overturn the Joint Conference Committee’s plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Mar
Boston Triumvires
Soden
Reach
Philadelphia
Wagner Brothers
Ben Ebibe
Athletics
Conant
A. G. Spaulding
Thipts
Spalding
Chicago
Mr. Conant
Hoston League
Byrne
Brooklyn
Resch
League and Association
International billiard handicap tournament set for Paris
The in inch handicap balk Mne event will be hosted in Paris with Frank C. Ives likely to enter and Maurice Daly a probable competitor. Alfred Garnier urged postponement to September to allow American players to train and 150 francs for expenses. Jake Schaefer plans continental travel next summer and may join if extra incentives are offered. Slosson will not compete due to business.
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Paris
Frank C. Ives
Maurice Daly
Daly
Alfred Garnier
Jake Schaefer
Slosson
The Peds at Altoona Twelve-Hour Go-Any-Place
A New Year’s Day go-as-you-please walking contest at Music Hall drew a large crowd. The event started at 1 AM and ended 13 hours later, with nine entrants and Speakes declared winner after a lengthy race. Prizes ranged from $20 for second to $8 for fourth, plus extra rewards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antooswa
Tiially
Music Hall
Robison Talks On Big Baseball Deals In Cleveland
Special telegram from Cleveland reports magnate Robison discussing the Indianapolis and Washington franchise purchases. He describes the negotiations as the hardest task since baseball wars, notes cipher telegraph methods, and predicts a strong Cleveland club while criticizing advance salary practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Dispatch
Indianapolis
Washington
National League
New York
Frank Deh.hobison
Robison
Brosh
Brotherhood
Mr. Brush
Chi
Handy
Ohio
Pitsburg
Fichter
Hawley
Champion of China Fred Plaisted Arrives With Largan
Fred Plaisted and Jack Largan arrived in town to promote rowing exhibitions at Harry Davis' Museum. Plaisted touts his China championship claim and rivalry with McLean while predicting major regattas in the United States with Australian participation. Largan recalls McLean's early rowing as the duo prepare to start exhibitions tomorrow at 1 pm with their machines arriving last night.
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Fred Plaisted
Fred
Jack Largan
Scoller
England
Plaisted
China
Jamaland Secollar
Rosa
Harry Davis’ Museum
McLean
Stansbury
Largan
Australia
Ross
Indoor athletic contests planned with leading amateurs
Prof. Kirchner returns from Philadelphia with promises of entry from top amateurs for indoor contests to be held in this city under the A A U rules. Expected entrants include Murdo Mackenzie Schofield and Bockley Am wicker Morris Schlocher and Rodenbaugh. Contests planned for the last week in February to attract local firms for financing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirchner
Philadelphia
Eset End Gymnasium
Murdo Mackenzie
Schofield and
Bockley
Amwicker
Washington
Morris
E. Carter
Schlocher
Rodenbaugh
Jo@al businss
Boston Bluffers Stir Players League Talk
Boston writers flag a rash of sensational claims about a Players' League meeting called by President Prince to outline a circuit for next season. They warn the statements about Al Johnson controlling Cincinnati and a strong eightclub league are likely bluff aimed at pressuring the National League.
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Eclal
Hosrox
Prince
Players’ League
Prines
P. I
al Johnson
Contro
Cincinnati
P. L
Mr. Prince
National League
John
Cincinnati N. L
Johnson
Chicago
Pittsburg
New York
Brooklyn
Should Try the American Game in Billiards Debate
The article notes a heated debate on billiard rules between the old English spot stroke and the modern game. Peall champions the traditional form while Roberts pushes for rule changes. Roberts leads the reform effort, but Peall adherents resist, and the controversy is expected to continue with no immediate changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunlap
Loxpox
Jan
Peall
Roberts
Dixon Fails To Kill Eight Pigeons At Homewood Park
A large crowd gathered at Homewood Park to watch John Dixon attempt to kill eight of thirteen pigeons with one ounce shot from 21 yards rise and zero fall. Dixon bet Beardshaw five dollars he could do it. after seven shots he had only one, then abandoned the effort as bets flowed in at a lively rate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homewood Park
John Dixon
Dixon
Beardshaw
Interesting Turkey Shoot at Windsor Hotel Whitehall New Year
A New Year turkey shoot took place at the Windsor Hotel in Whitehall. Participants included George Williams, Cowan, Wallace, Hoffman, Ostermeier, Dr. Schultz, Wagner, H. Schaff, J. Schultz, and Behaff among others, with scores listed for each shooter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windsor Hotel
Whitehall
George Williams
Mal
O Cowan
Wallace
Hoffman
W. Ostermeir
Dr. Schultz
Wagner
H. Schaff
J. Schultz
S. Behaff
Boxers McCoy and Wise Agree to Ten Round Bout
Jim McCoy and Fred Wise met to plan a ten round boxing bout with gloves for a purse. The agreement was reached last evening at the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim McCoy
Fred Wise
Fitzsimmons Training Reportito Bay St. Louis
A Bay St. Louis correspondent details Fitzsimmons training before the Dempsey bout. He arrives after a 14 mile walk, shows top wind and punch power, cool temperament, and fast footwork. The boxing event will be in a double ring with barbed wire enclosure, seating about 6100 spectators, under Olympic Club license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitzsimmons
Bay St. Louis
Justin
Ows
Jimmie Carroll
Andy Bowen
O'Connell
Ed Connelly
Boston
Connelly
Audubon
New Orleans
the Bay
Fitz
Carroll
Bay Stars
May Stay In New York As Magnates Mull Lineup
New York baseball magnates shuffle plans ahead of a joint meeting with the League and Association. John B Day signals Ward may join the New York club while Denby would move elsewhere if Ward signs. Whistler and Goreto discussed for roles. pitchers listed include Welch Rosie Sharrott and Crane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
John B. Day
Ward
Mr. Day
Denny
Whistler
Connor
Goreta
John Ewing
Louisville
Welch
Rosie
Sharrott
Crane
Keefer
Progressive Billiards at East End Gym Club
An entertaining progressive billiards competition drew a large crowd at the East End Gymnas tic Club last evening. Charles Landing and Ea McQuiston tied for first by seven wins each. tie game scheduled for tomorrow evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East End
Brunswick & Balk Billiard Company
Charles Landing
Ea McQuiston
Reed Scott
H. Moore
Fred Tovten
J. Buchhanan
Frank Barr
J. Smith
E. H. Henderson
Charles Wells
J. Grams
John Stewart
Lightweight pugilist Siddons offers multiple bouts
A letter to the Police Gazette from George Siddons of Peoria states he will fight Dan Daly of the South Omaha Athletic Club for 1590 or 21.00 under Police Gazette rules, or fight Jonapy Van Hevnst of the Twin City Athletic Club, Minneapolis, at 1230 pounds with a four purse. He also declares willingness to fight any man at 120 pounds for 1000 a side.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Police Gazette
George Siddons
Peoria
Dan Daly
South Omaha
Jonapy van Hevnst
Twin City
Alianeapolis
Football game postponed at Fair View Park
McKeesport Jan 8 The grounds at Fair View Park are too bad for football so the Homestead teams game this afternoon is postponed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKeesport
Fair View Park
Schedule Delay Rumored for Western Football League
The Dispatch notes a likely postponement of the Western Football League schedule for several weeks due to bad weather. Secretary Macpherson calls a clubs meeting at Hotel Schlosser next Wednesday evening to discuss the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macpherson
Schlosser
Covington poolroom star linked to boxing plans
The item mentions a Covington Kentucky poolroom figure connected to boxing events and a possible big purse from St. Louis. reports refer to Dempsey McCaffrey and a fight challenge while trainees set up for upcoming matches. It notes a letter at the office for Beamer secretary and discussions around a melee later in the month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saale
Secede
Wien
Beavers Chambersburg Hearing on Senator Cameron Seat
Ex Judge D Watson Rowe urges Republican voters in Chambersburg to meeting January 9 at 7 30 PM to oppose re election of Hon J Donald Cameron to the US Senate. Rams position shocks local Republicans as Cameron allies brace for a heated fight in Franklin County and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chambersburg
D. Watson Rowe
Court House
J. Donald Cameron
United State Senate
Camerons
Senate
Cameron
Rams
Alma Hall Threatens as Flood Rescue Building Deteriorates
A four story brick building on Main Street, Alma Hall, houses offices for attorneys and lodge rooms. After the flood it sheltered over 200 rescued persons and later deteriorated with bulging walls and broken window sills. Trustees have not acted to remedy, and with no local building inspector a catastrophe is feared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnstown
Alma Hall
Main Street
Relet
Alma Lodge
LO. C. F
Apector
Broad Top Miners Strike Slows Coal Fields in Pennsylvania
Broad Top and East Broad Top miners went on strike affecting about 3000 workers. The walkout follows the early week stance by Clearfield miners and stems from disputes over pay by the gross versus ton and reduced output by the leading firm, signaling a protracted fight ahead.
Original package shops reopen in Beaver Falls after court ruling
In Beaver Falls on January 3, Bingh and Patterson announce the reopening of their original package liquor shop after a Supreme Court decision on oleomargarine cases. A large liquor shipment arrives from Youngstown and aims to be sold strictly in the original package tonight. James Smith and Henry Texter, who previously operated in this line, plan new orders and a Monday start if shipments arrive. Texter resumes prior involvement. operations will be conducted with changes from previous practice.
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Beaver Falls
Supreme Court
Bingh & Patterson
Youngstown
James Smith
Henry Texter
Will O
Texter
Malicious Persecutions Drive Citizen From Home
A house belonging to David Kennedy near Mt. Morris was burned to the ground by incendiaries a few nights ago after he had moved out. Kennedy, a quiet, inoffensive man in poor health, had faced persistent local harassment by malicious neighbors, and his former residence was set ablaze as part of ongoing acts of intimidation.
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Warxessrac
David Kennedy
Mt. Morris
Hay Load Burns In Sudden Blaze Near Town
A farmer named Stutzman traveling with a load of hay had the load ignite from a lit pipe. His son spurred the team causing flames to spread. A passing farmer halted the run and saved the horses, but the sled and its contents burned.
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Jonnstown
Stutzman
The 24th District Muddle
In Washington Pa January 1 an answer to A 5 Craig’s notice of a contest for a seat in Congress from this district is being prepared by Colonel Stewart’s attorneys and will be served on Craig January 10 Stewart has corresponded with factions in each voting precinct and claims to possess evidence that many votes were cast for him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WasuiscTon
Craig
Congress
Colonel Stewart
Stewart
Ticlans
Fire destroys several Columbus Grove businesses in barbershop blaze
Fire swept a Main street barbershop in Columbus Grove and spread to nearby firms. The flames damaged several buildings and authorities estimated the loss around eighty thousand dollars. Firefighting help was requested as the blaze continued tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lima
Jan
Columbus Grove
Coroner's jury faults railroad in Wheeling deaths
The coroner's jury at Wheeling found the Baltimore and Ohio railroad company negligent in the deaths of Thomas Lewis and Richard Koight from an accident at the passenger station. The verdict returned tonight holds the railroad responsible for the fatalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
Baltimore and Ohio
Thomas Lewis
Richard Koight
West Virginia First Senatorial District Special Election
Wheeling dispatch reports a special election in the First Senatorial district to fill the vacancy caused by a death. Details on candidates and results are awaited from the state capital.
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Wheeling
Jan
Late Senator Smith Dominates Ohio County by 860 Votes
Stewart Democrat carries Ohio county by 860 vote margin and projects a 1 000 vote majority in the district. Local returns indicate strong support for Stewart with Senator Smith referenced in context of the race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Stewart
Ohio County
Railroad Charter Suit Seeks Revocation of Waynesburg Line
Prosecuting Attorney Welty files against the Waynesburg and Canton and the Cleveland and Canton railroads to revoke the Waynesburg line’s charter and forfeit its privileges as lessee of the dirt named. The action claims the Waynesboro and Canton road refused to carry freight and passengers, limited service to coal for Asnaburg Coal Company, discriminated against other coal operators, lacks a depot, and violated railroad laws. The Cleveland and Canton Company will contest the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrow
Welty
Waynesburg
Canton
Cleveland
First Named Road
Waynesboro
Asnaburg Coal Company
Cleveland and Canton Company
Tri-State Brevities Highlights and Local Disasters
Nineteen farms were sold by the Sheriff at Allentown. The Ravenna jail fire left Lees valued at ten thousand dollars, insured. Humane agents aid the poor in McKeesport. Uniontown Congregational Church plans a 60000 dollar edifice on a 15000 dollar site. Reed Coxe funds a railroad from Eckley to Stockton. Greenville Neenge contest ends likely for liquor supporters. Lancaster farmer Leamaks reports liabilities and assets about equal. Rev Dr Mann plans Trinity Church history at Reading. Bryce, Hicure glass works at Homestead shut, 10,000 jobs affected. Two horses drowned near Monongahela on a loaded wagon. Bisksville Presbytery dismisses Beale to Baltimore and McKinley to Booth.
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Allentown
Ravenna
Lees
McKeesport
Uniontown
Henri Leamaks
Lancaster
Dr. Mann
Philadelphia
Trinity Church
Reading
Bryce, Hicure & Co
Homestead Glass Works
Gidder
Monongahela
Regional Weather Shifts Bring Warmer Easterly Winds
In Western Pennsylvania the fair to excellent local conditions shift to an easterly, warmer pattern with a rising temperature in the south. West Virginia sees slightly warmer and generally fair skies with easterly winds. Ohio reports a light local rise in temperature as easterly to southeasterly winds occur over Lake Erie.
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Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Lake Eriz
Weather Bulletin Tracks Northeast Storm and Cold Wave
A storm moved northeast from Lake Ontario and intensified near the Nova Scotia coast. High pressure on the Pacific coast and in the West slowed the Manitoba-centered storm. Light snow fell in Western New York and Pennsylvania while Atlantic States felt a cold snap lowering temperatures from 25 to 84.
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Lake Ontario
Nova Scotia
Pacific
Manitoba
New York
Pennsylvania
Atlantic States
Explosion victim J. B. Shaul identified under alias Shaw
J. B. Shaul, killed in the Annie Roberts explosion, had many relatives in the area and used the name Shaw. Friends have not heard of his death. Bodies of the dead are en route to Pittsburgh. Thornton Bros., Allegheny, Pa. The Cash Store advertises bargains on linen and towels for the economical housewife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Shaul
Annie Roberts
Shaw
Pittsburg
Thornton Bros
Allegheny
Orders for Crayons Placed at Aufrechts Elite Gallery
Readers list numerous customers placing orders for crayons at the Elite Gallery on Market Street after Christmas. Names span Sacramento Denver Tucson Philadelphia Pittsburgh McMurray Allegheny areas with addresses in Varona East End Clinton Wilkinsburg Oakdale Bridgesville and Pittsboro. Total value noted as 380 dollars with note to see crayons for 380 ordering elsewhere.
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Aufrechts
Market St
H. J. Towling
Sacramento
Cal
F. Morris
Denver
Cole
A. Anderson
Tucson
Ariz
Brady
Philadelphia
K. Headle
Varona
S. C. McCune
S. GC. McCune
Das. Giles
East End
M. Mawhine
Pittsburg
Wm. Anderson
A. Sellen
Kate Wisling
Oakland
Jas. Connell
Banksville
S. Kemp
Fred Fisher
S. Gerome
Wylie Avenue
City
D. Godfrey
Hazel Street
D. J
Davis
Bridgesville
Allegheny County
John Davis
Stanton Avenue
T. &. Green
T. F. Green
C. Daugherty
Ingram, Pa
W. 5S
Bookwalter
Wilkinsburg
E. Ateo
McMina P. O
Ella Griffen
Clinton
R. Gordon
Alleghny County
H. McGuire
Bridgeville
T. Millville
Forty-third Street
M. Keystone
Oakdale
Pollock
Pittsboro
War with Canada and a Lake Peoria naval station
Judge Richard Pendergast in his inaugural address as President of the Chicago Ship Canal Trustees argues for a western waterway with Des Plaines river mills and a Lake Peoria naval station. He cites 1817 treaty limits and Canada’s waterways, warns of British naval strength, and urges federal action to complete the canal and connect Mississippi to Lake Michigan for a stronger war and commerce corridor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curiaco
Richard Pendergeat
Chicago Ship Canal Trustees
Desplaines
Pendergast
Illinois
Great Britain
United States
Great Lakes
Lakes
Atlantic Seaboard
Halifax
Puget Sound
Vancouver Island
Rock of Gibraltar
Mediterranean
Krupp
West Indies
Belisle
Pacific
England
America
Prendergast
Peoria
Illinois River
Mississippi
Lake Michigan
Lake Peoria
The Next Great Fifty FIGHT Dempsey Fitzsimmons Jan 3
New Orleans January 3 report on the Dempsey versus Fitzsimmons bout at the Olympic Club. Anticipation grows for a large crowd with preparations and wagers already under way. Details note ticket price fixed, stake setup, and support from world boxing figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Dempsey-Fitzimmons
Olympic Club
Messra
Noel
Sport and
Dardes
Ring
Sydney
Melbourne
London
Specanes
Annals of
Parlice
Dempsey
Fitzsimmons
Ma N
Jack McAuliffe
Denny Costifan
Jimmy Carroll
Doc O'Connell
Johnny Griffin
Braintree
Mass
European views on McKinley bill effects in trade
Readable excerpts show diplomats and merchants across Europe weighing the 1890 tariff impact. Consuls in Liege Leipsic Con stantinople Basle Hamburg and Vienna report varied shifts in exports to the United States with no major collapse and some adaptation by manufacturers amid ongoing political changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
New York
Gibraltar
McKinley
Forera
William A. Ruvlee
Prague
Conalar
Pla
Europe
Department of State
Philadelphia Gains as Entry Port for Imports Over Boston and New York
Washington reports show Philadelphia's customs receipts for 1890 rising in August to December while Boston and New York fall. Analysts note gradual declines in November and December compared with October, with Philadelphia showing smaller drops, suggesting strong import activity despite the McKinley tariff effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bureau of Customs
Atlantic
Boston
New York
Philadelphia
Importations Surge in October 1890 Port of Entry Shift
The article notes a sharp rise in importations for October 1890 compared with October 1889, and that Philadelphia has recently surpassed Boston as a port of entry, with Boston usually ranking second to New York. The brief interval since the tariff law's effect makes this a tentative assessment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Boston
Tober
Philadelpia
New York
Grave Robbed Appeal for Health Cure at Pittsburg Clinic
An advertisement urges readers to seek early medical treatment rather than endure chronic illness. It promotes Des CoreLaxy and BLAZE at 66 Sixth Avenue Pittsburg with hours and a $1 consultation. Dr W H Copeland is listed for Sixth Avenue Pittsburg care focusing on catarrh and eye ear throat and lung diseases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CoreLaxy
Blaze
Sixth Avenue
Pittsburg
W. H. Copeland
Sixth Arence
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Altoona
Peakes
Ugg
Pat Petne
Fred Miles
Speakes
Champion
Prof. Kirchner
Boston Bluffs
Calla
Neonsberry
J. B. Day
Sporting Notes
DomMy Mad
Bil Arphy
Helon
Beaver
Broad Top
Mr. Stewart
Mr. Craig
Nglam
Dieraran
Con
J. G. Bennett & Co
Wood Street
Fifth Avenue
St. Penn
Alaska
Dewani
J. G. Bexxett & Co
Mfso
Canada
Chicago Ship Canal
Canada’s Great Waterways
Aten, & Aeventese
Calumet & Heeln
Moston & Maine
Franklig
Boston& Heine
Isceoln
Bure H. IL
Flint & Vere M
San
Qentral
Iececeeb Es Scienes
Boston Land Co
N.Y
N. Ene
San Diego Land Co
Cere Mg. Co
Centennial Mining
Boston & Mont
N. Eng
Sors A. G. M
Pike
Eleventh
J. B. Shay L. Jade
Otige
Washington Lodge
Freemasons’ Hall
Julius Hannach
James R. Danforth
Liege
Belgium
Leipsic
Uncle Sam
Sofarthera
Sweeney
Constantinople
Basle
Charles F. Johnson
Hamburg
Julius Goldschmidt
Vienna
Spain
Frank Miller
Mr. Frank Miller
Picnic Street
Mr. Miller
Mya
Jos.fleming & Son’s
Market Street
Col
Diamond
Dickson
Taylor
Fifth Av
Corner Wood St
Second c
Hollands
Jects Manufacturing
Eris, Pa
D. L. Down's
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