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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1889
Page
13
An analysis of proposed changes to the poolselling law in Pennsylvania, arguing that without amendment the sport may die on tracks like Homewood. The piece critiques government morality, cites Spencer and Chalmers, and touches on rowing and baseball topics and local sports figures.
Freeport Pa January 18 Vincent Donnelly won the event with 100 miles and 1 lap in a notable race. Duffer finished 44 miles and Hroner 80 miles. The hall was crowded for this first appearance of Donnelly here with an ovation and bouquets for the winner.
New York telegram notes a missive dated January 14 from Littlefield Illinois. Delia Hanlox a seven year old fan asks for a real picture of John L. Sullivan to display in her front room. She praises him and hopes he wins, sending warm regards to the famed boxer.
Races ran on a slow track with cloudy but pleasant conditions. First race saw Rollin Hawi Derpenced win a half mile. Second race covered three quarters of a mile with La Duline the winner. Third race finished five eighths of a mile with Bane taking top honors in 1 05. Fourth race went seven eighths of a mile with Sors first, Mirth second, Ton third.
Robinson Brothers of West End Pittsburg import Hamble tonian Helle from Kentucky. Not yet broken to harness she has been ridden by a boy three times and shows a 2:0 gait. A natural pacer regarded as one of Pittsburg’s fastest 2-year-olds, with strong prospects if no accident occurs.
One of the most noted young dogs to be entered by Pittsburgers at the forthcoming beach show is the Irish setter Count Option, owned by L. W. Washison of A B Washing a ant. The bitch in this country traces lineage to the Duke, with all ancestors bred accordingly.
The colored team formerly known as the Keystones has secured grounds at Twenty-eighth Street and Penn Avenue reachable by the Citizens' Cable Line cars. An abundance of players allows for a reserve nine, and efforts will be made to secure W. S. Brown as manager.
Special telegram from Warner C on January 1 describes a three days walking contest final standings. Nolan led early but finished with 166 points, while Lorgan had 151 and Moniger 124, with Nolan taking the win after the start.
Manager Phillips announces three games with Von der Ahe's team and a March schedule of local nine exhibitions. The plan includes a western tour with games in Cincinnati April 1 2 and St Louis April 5 plus trips to Kansas City April 4 6 8 and Louisville mid April before the championship season.
Special Telegram from St Louis reports President Von der Ahe arranging spring exhibition games with Pittsburg and Cleveland and possible others. Browns may stay home. New Yorks declined. Mutrie also declined a spring challenge. Public talk centers on a St Louis vs Pittsburg series, with bets and strong interest.
The proposed city natatorium is described as a sure venture with secured funding and public support. Fred Good plans evening hours for school children at half price and two weekly afternoons for women, under careful supervision. Merchants have pledged prizes to encourage swimming, with opening anticipated soon.
In Burrap New York on January 19, Deacon White will not play this season and Jack Rowe will stay with him. Both will manage Buffalo club interests from home. They seek big money in investment and control, aiming to reduce travel and keep home duties.
A telegram from Este January 192 notes the wrestling bout between Christ Shaw of Erie and Buffalo champion Dennis Gallagher is postponed. The match is rescheduled for Friday evening, January unknown, with details incomplete in the report.
The late month dog show entries reveal a rich slate across many breeds. Notable contenders include Champion mastiffs such as Emma bred by William Wade, strong pointers led by Lord Graphic and Victor, and setter entries with J. Hogg’s champion Paul Iadstone. Open and miscellaneous classes feature top dogs like Demonly, Roxey, Patsy O Connor, and Sir Lucifer among others, with expectations of a large turnout and high-quality competition.
A new Fort Pitt Rod and Gun Club has been formed and aims to become a prominent local sporting organization next season. Elections elected President John Hanlon and a long list of officers and members, with a 150 member cap set. The club’s attorney will seek a charter and meetings will be held at Grand View, Magee and Bauff, with grounds at Ingram station and challenges accepted for target shooting.
Harry Wright, veteran Philadelphia manager, explains throwing technique adjustments for players with shoulder trouble. He cites Thompson and Rowe, describing snapping and wrist motion, and recounts his own winter practice in Hoboken to master throwing from the riverbank and reach long distances.
A pY McCantery the jockey has gone to New Orleans while Harry Nikirk plans to challenge Oil City fighters. Gaffney signs 0 umpires for next season and Wheat the sprinter met Joe Gibbons for a 10 yard race at Steubenville. Miss Jennie Ranson receives offers to race out West as a prominent local female rider. A baseball fan estimates 3 210 800 dollars needed for salaries and grounds for all clubs for one year. The Sire Brothers press Joseph Hemmerich's trotting mare Rosalind Wilkes and prepare Mage for next season. President Stern warns of upheaval and demands signing or replacement of McPhee and Carpenter.
Louisville January 19. Miss Dora Kane shot and probably fatally wounded John Alstill a cooper who had persisted in courting her. As he spoke she dropped her apron and fired with a revolver. She is jailed in default of bail.
In Chicago on January 19 the Rock Island Express collided with a Wentworth avenue street car near Ninth Avenue. John and William were severely injured, and car driver John Nashton is believed fatally injured.
The Pittsburg Club Theater hosted pianist Ethelbert Nevin of Boston and soprano Helene Margille of New York in a recital series that drew notable local society figures. A reader-submitted critique described the setting, the performers, and a lively if mixed response to Nevin’s selections and Margille’s replacements, with reflections on the concert’s intimate reception and the performers’ musical choices.
State Entomologist Linter opened a package from Charles A. Dana containing champignon mushrooms with brown spots. He identified a minute eel worm form, anguillidae, as the pest causing the damage. Dana plans to consult European texts to learn control methods.
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