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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1889
Page
6
Local baseball patrons discuss a reported statement by Rowe and White that they will not play for the team next season. Officials remain silent while observers weigh the impact on Pittsburg and the league. The piece analyzes the baseball rule forcing players to move and the potential need for a rule rethink.
The piece notes Cincinnati patrons fear Earle’s catching strain as he tours with the All American squad and faces two of the fastest pitchers, Ed Crane and Long John Healy, amid memories of past hard handling by King and Peach-Pie O’Conner.
President Byrne of the Brooklyn club writes to Manager Phillips seeking an April 1 date. Phillips can only host on the 12th, others filled at Columbus or Cincinnati. Byrne praises Pittsburg’s prospects and notes friendly relations amid criticisms from other clubs. Support includes a ground-alteration plan with Pennsylvanian Railroad for deeper center field and extra land to right field.
The East End Gymnasium directors announce weekly athletic entertainments this winter. They aim to showcase local talent and club performers in a series of athletic and variety events at their hall.
A telegram from Indianapolis reports the professional baseball club may drop from the league due to a $10,000 indebtedness after paying for a grandstand and trying new players. Receipts last season exceeded $55,000 but guaranors risked the franchise, and officials suggest a reliable buyer with funds could assume the debt and continue.
John Pickett the star shortstop of St Paul charges he will join Boston or California clubs unless released under terms he demands. He seeks half of the transfer money and a six month contract or voluntary sale, claiming offers from Boston and a California league club.
A writer recounts a horse made short‑sighted to illustrate humane care. The oculist fitted No 7 concave spectacles, transforming the horse from timid to confident. With spectacles, the horse surveys surroundings, enjoying the quiet dignity of sight. Without them, he waits by the gate, whinnies, and stands apart.
The College Baseball League comprising Harvard Yale and Princeton met at Parker House with reps Willard McCoy King Hale Noyes Rogers Calhoun to formalize last season’s results and approve rules. The body agreed the league will play two games in each city with standard foul tip and hit-by-pitch provisions.
Residents delighted in aime of sleigh rides as snow fell for hours and crowds hired sleighs after supper. Dozens planned contests for today among the flyers but rain forecast around nine may ruin the events. If snow continues, organizers expect more competition and spectacle.
New York January reports say Mr. Stanford Parry, American team European agent, is in Paris arranging games. Teams are expected to land in Naples about February 12 and travel to Rome before reaching Pensano toward the end of February.
The Sh-mile race between Joe Ridge and E. C. Mc Clelland is set for Saturday evening at Brad dock. Both athletes are training for the event and aim to perform well.
Jake Gandaur arrives to compete with O'Connor in the Bay race set for March 1 in San Francisco.
Sporting notes mention Presipest Dar of New York heading to Hot Springs this week. Jim Fell and Patsy Cardiff set to fight in Minneapolis tomorrow evening. The G. G. T's will play the Allentown Club next season, not the W. J. Kuhne's as stated. Ban on further Association meetings until March in Columbus. Fred Bartlett and Mike Cushing articles viewed for a glove bout under Queensberry rules within 200 miles of New York by Feb 23 with limited spectators. Prince gelding Fred Folger likely to join Turner's stable for Charter Oak stakes at Hartford.
Patrice O Brien was arrested last evening for throwing snowballs on Wylie avenue. Alarm on Carson street caused by a small house blaze. Carbon Iron Works sheet rolls to be ready for operation today. Mount Oliver Incline halted yesterday for car repairs. A revival is ongoing at Wylie Street AME Church with large attendance. BokNTRAEGER and JOHNSON expect volt works repaired from the blast to resume by February. Detectives arrested two well dressed men in Allegheny for appearance at hearing today. Four boys from Southside arrested for disturbance in front of the Salvation Army hall and held for trial. Mr. E N McDowell traveled East to consult for a new program owned by McDowell. Thomas E Venner and wife of 916 Fifth avenue presented with silver breakfast set and clock by card merchant. Keystone Rolling featured at their shop.
Cor p oral Tanner of Brooklyn visits Wasumetox and discusses rumors of a Harrison pension appointment. He says no office was promised, explains why he campaigned in California and Indiana, and asserts he seeks Commissioner of Pensions while praising Harrison and GA R ties. He notes a preference for a disabled veteran in any appointment.
General Charles E. Hooker recalls how lack of local Democratic campaign work left many districts unprepared. He reports no list of doubtful districts and no targeted fundraising for Congress, while the national committee focused on the national race, allowing Republicans to gain the House.
A Delaware Democrat close to Senator Higgins describes him as bumptious and self-asserting yet a forcible speaker with strong on its feet logic. The observer notes Higgins may challenge fellow senators from day one and push his own views rather than simply vote aye or nay.
Mrs Senator Quay hosted a grand season affair in Washington to mark the formal public debut of her daughter in society. The event drew a large crowd of prominent guests and showcased the junior Penensylvania senator's family among the capital's social elite.
The report highlights Miss Quay in a white tulle costume at a society gathering. Many Pennsylvania families and political figures attended, including Miss Darlington, daughter of Representative Darlington. Mrs Quay wore a plum colored faille gown with lace detailing.
Vice President Morton spends a week with Senator Ingalls in Washington learning Senate procedures. Most actions rely on unanimous consent, courtesy, or precedent, not fixed rules. A President pro tempore may be chosen after the next Congress meets if the VP is away. He would not receive the extra 5000 dollars per year when the VP presides.
On January 20 in Cxurence, a large crowd gathered at Turner Hall on West Twelfth Street as anarchists tested the limits of Judge Taley's free assembly ruling. Prof. Garside opened, Grottkau railed at police, urging force over peaceful means and denouncing wage slavery and capitalism.
Boston January 20. A table from Post dispatches shows gross exchanges at the leading U S clearing houses for the week ended January 19 1889 with percent changes from the same week in 1888. The report highlights Pittsburg among major centers and notes overall gains or declines in exchange activity during the period.
In Spring Valley a mass meeting of about 1,800 coal miners voted to quit work until Thomas Mulvey, a transferred worker, is discharged or willing to share duties. The strike could last days or months as 1,500 miners march to the Chicago Wilmington and Vermillion Coal Company's new shaft to recruit workers.
A Detroit Stave and Heading Co building burned at midnight. estimated loss 25 000 to 30 000. Watchman James R. Middleton died in the blaze. Authorities suspect arson with kerosene traces and a match set to multiple spots. In Cleveland the Baltimore and Ohio elevator at Fostoria owned by Foster and Company burned with losses around 15 000, insured 5 000. investigators suspect tramp involvement.
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Charleston lawmakers refuse to let Speaker declare Goff winner while Governor Wilson stays on. Goff vows to take oath March 4 with state militia if blocked, then asks federal help. Editorials warn against undermining returns and warn of U S government action to uphold the will of the people.
William L. Wythe, managing clerk for W. S. Lawson & Co of 49 Exchange Place, was charged with embezzling five first mortgage bonds of the Evansville and Terre Haute Railroad. Bail set at $10,000. hearing scheduled for the 24th. Bond for Wythe provided by Willem T. Wardwell, late Prohibition mayoral candidate.
Paris January 20 Jacques, challenger to General Boulanger in Seine, issues a manifesto arguing Boulanger shunned Parliament debates on workers benefits to curry favor with capitalists. He notes Napoleon made similar promises and accuses Boulanger of betrayal of the people.
In Chattanooga Knoxville January 20 a colored woman Rachel Henry was arrested on a murder charge after a neighbor discovered an infant roasting on a bed of hot ashes in her home. She claims accident but evidence is reported strong.
Three houses of worship were dedicated with ceremonies on Shady Avenue McClure Avenue Allegheny and Mt Oliver. Sermons were given by several pastors including Rev E D Hammond Rev J W Riddle Rev E T Fox and Rev H D Gross. The McClure Ave church cost 40300 and Mt Oliver Chapel cost 2650.
Secretary Richard Seandrett and Prof. W H Dodds travel to Harrisburg to lobby for the compulsory education bill and related measures. A High School bill seeks to raise site valuation beyond 100000, as Allegheny’s site is valued at 380000 with only 40000 for construction. An evening school bill is also on the agenda as the four day lobbying effort proceeds.
At Shottsville Kentucky the Louisville and Texas bridge over Green River collapsed as workers dismantled it under a court order. About 20 men fell into the river, with multiple drownings and serious injuries reported as the draw overbalanced and broke apart. Further updates put dead at a dozen.
The Pioneer Press correspondent reports the Territory’s general fund overdrawn by 25 000 and bond funds used for drafts. Treasury said bankrupt with November 1 balance 365 000 to zero. An investigation into 980 bribery money involving N J Dewoody is expected this week.
Special telegram from Beaver Falls reports John Morris a 23 year old glassworker was struck and killed by a passenger train on the Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad at Phillipsburg He leaves a wife and two children and was a member of the I O O F Jr and Sr O U A M and the Glassworkers Union.
William Wagner aged 26 vanishes from his East End home 149 Meadow Street after being last seen Saturday with 200 dollars on his person. Police seek information to locate him.
A big tableful in center of store with fine edges to wide flouncings and all overs offered at one half and less. Come today for first choice at Jos. Honmve & Co.'s Peon Avenue Stores.
The article reports Senator Cooper backing a revised high license bill aligned with temperate views and favored by Senators Brooks and Wherry. Several colleagues fear amendments could widen beyond this scope, while Cooper argues the changes improve the law and expects House support though Brooks may oppose.
A Harrisburg dispatch argues for a new Capitol citing fire risk to colonial and commonwealth records. The Governor proposes 1 million dollars to improve storage and reduce debt, while others push 5 million to 9 million for a full Capitol and departments, claiming location value benefits to Dauphin County and state prestige.
A staff correspondent reports in Harrisburg that state legislators have received far more requests for copies of the limited edition book on birds of Pennsylvania than there are copies. Some members have been approached multiple times, with one rural resident asking two copies per legislator and per county senator. officials agreed to send one copy to the requester.
Harrisburg January 20 Representative Pugh of Somerset returned from Philadelphia without presenting arguments for moving Somerset from the Eastern to the Western district. He was told to file his application for consideration and awaits action. Pugh now favors a permanent location for the Supreme Court and plans to introduce a bill in the Legislature.
Cumberland representative Ziegler will introduce a bill in the State Legislature to restrict the state’s purchase power for a stated project. The measure aims to address the necessity of buying items for a field association and to limit spending accordingly.
Mrs Snyder of 605 Mint Street Southside fell after church services yesterday and fractured her thigh. The 77 year old was carried home by carriage for care.
One chimney in the house of Mr. Mullen on Brownsville avenue and another in the residence of Mr. Bealy at 26 Carson street caught fire yesterday triggering calls to the fire companies.
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