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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1892

Page

6

Bill aims to bar Chinese laborers for two years

Washington January 24 The Stump bill proposes an 18 section act forbidding Chinese laborers from entering the United States for two years and restricting all Chinese entry for transit or other purposes. It excludes diplomats and certain officials and sets registration and penalties for violations. Congress to consider the measure after President's message and Chilean correspondence.

D. C Stumpp Maryland House Committee On Immigration United States Stump House Pacific Coast

Lively debate over rules delays new code adoption

Appropriations Committee drafts an urgency deficiency bill to continue Census Bureau work and aims for house consideration next week. Military Affairs Committee meets daily on army and military academy appropriation bills with a calendar target within ten days.

Appropriations Committee Census Bureau House Military Affairs Committee

Garza Located Again as Bandit Captivity Looms

Major Morris reports Garza bands split into pairs or trios and sheltered by sympathetic ranchers on the Texas side. U.S. forces plan no action until spring due to forage shortages, with Garza exactly located and to be captured or killed within days. Adjutant General Mabrey urges surrender or face attack for neutrality violations.

San Antonio Lewis T. Morris Third Cavalry Laredo Stanley Garza United States Mabrey Tawa

Society Buds Oppose Tights in Charity Ben Hur Show

Springfield society balks at tights and abbreviated skirts for a Ben Hur charity pantomime. Twelve leading girls refuse to wear costumes supplied by W. C. Clark and D. W. Cox of Boston, shocking the gala plans and delaying the East Coast star lineup.

Mass Springfield W. C. Clark D. W. Cox Boston Hampden County Children’s Aid Society

Marriage of Millions Tied to New York Widow Bride

Mrs. John Ratzits widow and Wel come G Hitchcock, a New York merchant, wed quietly at 37 Pierrepont Street Brooklyn. The combined fortune is about 6 million dollars. Hitchcock, 55, was an executor for John Ruszite and their home will be Pierrepont Street. Ruszite made millions in fur, aided by the elder Astor and Hudson Bay agency ties. He left over 1 million to charity.

New York John Ratzits King of G. Hitchcock Albert J. Lyman Pierrepont Street Brooklyn Hitchcock Mr. Ruszus Weet Fifty-ninth Street John Ruszite Hungary London Astor Hudson Bay Company

Patti at Niagara Falls Aims to Shout at Grand Winter Scene

Adelina Patti visited Niagara Falls with her husband and manager. After a noon dinner at Kelton Beach Hotel they admired the winter panorama and debated shouting with enthusiasm, but were cautioned by Nicolini and Stroffel to protect her voice.

Lockport Adelina Patti Niagara Falls Kelton Beach Patti Nicolini Mr. Stroffel

Cline Arrested for Forgery in Blue Earth City Visit

Police in this city received word from Sheriff T W Donovan of Faribault County Minnesota to arrest Alfred Cline who was sought for forgery At Windsor Hotel he was found working as a night clerk Donovan completed the arrest and took the prisoner home early yesterday Cline is described as cautious and a member of church circles including the Y M C A

T. W. Donovan Faribault County Minn Alfred Cline Blue Earth City MecTighe Windsor Hotel Donovan Cline Esher Oie Ous

Sir George Baden Powell Arrives as Bering Sea Commissioner

Sir George Baden Powell arrived aboard the Etruria as a British Government commissioner to pursue an amicable settlement with the United States on the Bering Sea question. He may visit Canada first, then proceed to Washington for talks.

New York George Baden Powell Etruria United States Bering Sea Canada Washington

Moorish Grant Allows British Semaphore at Cape Espartel

The Sultan of Morocco permits Britain to erect a semaphore on Cape Espartel at the Straits of Gibraltar entrance. In wartime the post must be closed on demand by any European power, under the terms of the concession reported from Tangier.

Tangier Morocco Great Britain Cape Espartel Straits of Gibraltar

Motives of Miller as Guardian Stir Canton Society

Canton reports a sensational guardianship case over Mrs. Aultman widow of a Canton Akron Mans field manufacturer. Levi L. Miller custodian of her estate defends his actions against two accusing Misses East who say removal of their brother threatened by Miller. Miller cites Mrs. Aultman’s illness and medical advice as basis for guardianship.

Miller Aultman Canton Levi L. Miller First National Bank Mra C. Aultman Akron Mansfield Misses East Har East

Diagnosis of a bunion and treatment guidance

The text explains bunion formation as a swelling on the inner ball of the big toe, often from toe distortion and tight footwear. Early bunions may burst under pressure and heal. advanced cases require roomy boots, a thicker outer sole, rest, leeches, and warm flaxseed poultices to reduce tenderness and inflammation.

Problem of 81 Peter's Lake

A传统 tale from St Peter's Lake describes a storm forcing a ship to cast overboard ninths to trim crew. With 30 aboard, 15 Christians and 15 Jews, Peter allegedly arranged so the ninth tally hits Christians, sparing 15 Christians.

Peter’s Lake St. Peter's Lake St. Peter

A Shoe Man's Trouble

Jesse W. Hatch, one of Rochester's oldest shoe manufacturers, faced an arrest order in a case brought by Adolph Scheftel of New York against the Hatch Flexible Shoe Company. Bail was set at 2000, with fraud accusations tied to leather purchases worth 1044, which Hatch denies as false representations about the company's finances.

Rochester N. Y Jesse W. Hatch Adolph Scheftel New York Hatch Flexible Shoe Company Hatch

Sunday Service Question From Young Minds

A pair of children ponder the purpose of sermons in a fashionable church during family worship. The 7 year old asks what the sermon is for and the 5 year old replies it gives the singers rest.

Harry

River News and Notes Louisville Jan 4

Weather clear as river rises to 6 feet 6 inches on falls and 10 feet 5 inches in the canal. The New South bound for Memphis came down from Cincinnati. The Speed passed up from Memphis to Cincinnati. Departure Fleetwood for Cincinnati.

Ptrpatct Louisvillie Jan Memphis Cincinnati Cicinnati Fleetwood

Towboat George W. Stone Sinks at Lower Incline

The towboat George W. Stone sank last night at the Lower incline after a suspected spring leak. It lies in about 50 feet of water. its watchman is missing. The vessel, belonging to Huntington Towboat Company of Canati, is valued at about $3,000.

Caip Dan George W. Stone 3Untington Towbhoit Company Canati

Weather notes from Morgantown and nearby stations

Reports indicate water gauges showing 5 feet 8 inches at Morgantown with river level steady. Nearby sites record lower levels and a gentle fall. Sky cloudy with temperatures around 46 degrees and mild winds.

Morgantown Waainkenn

River gauge reports and shipping notices across cities

The Courier reports several river gauges with varying levels and conditions. Wiraling River reads 2 feet and stationary with no interference risk, while Cincinnati shows 2 feet 4 inches and falling with no boats active. St Louis reports navigation closed amid warm, slowly falling gauge readings. Memphis notes 2 feet rising with arrival and departure of Obio vessel as crews repeat routine trips.

Courier Parkersburg Keystone State Pittsburg Cincinnati Fair and Con St. Louis Obio H. M. Hexte Karece

Ocean Steamship Arrivals and Destinations Noted

Maritime notices show ships arriving and departing with routes including New York Southampton and Baltimore. The fragment mentions steamship movements and destinations but lacks full names and dates.

Ocean New York Southampton Baltimore

Wise Resolve Sparks New Orleans Club Ground Plan

Lively clash of local athletic clubs for patronage prompts Exposition Park upgrades. A Chicago ground expert may visit to assist Hebrank in redesigning the outfield, aiming to fix a long troubled field. Hanlon, Buckenberger, and captaincy plans push toward a disciplined, energetic season start.

Exposition Park Chicago Hebrank Detroit Hanlon Buckenberger

Rival Clubs Clash in New Orleans Boxing Feud

The Olympics and the Metropolitans wage a boxing war in New Orleans over a 68 pound match between Hall and Fitzsimmons. The Olympics seek a $7000 purse while the Mets offer $12,010, delaying bids and aiming to draw Mardi Gras visitors with two shows on March 2. Fitzsimmons trains while Andy Bowen departs January 26 for a bout with Jimmy Murphy in Chicago.

New Orleans Jan Williams Hall Fitzsimmons Chicago Olympics Mets Jimmy Carroll Maher Ryan Needham Andy T Bowen Jimmy Murphy

Doubts Rise Over Timid Factions in 13-Club League

New York reports say club owners are wary of the 13 club league plan as preparations for a pre season campaign begin. Some teams choose indoor drills while others plan early schedules and cancellations of exhibition games ahead of an unusually early championship season.

New York van der Ahe van der Horst Wagners Association New Yorks Brooklyne Philadelphias Chicagos

Baseball Schedule Sees No Sun Games This Season

Sunday Gamer notes no League games on Sundays for 1892 with option to shift dates to Sundays. Eastern clubs Boston New York Philadelphia will skip Sunday home games. Chicago Cleveland skip in West. Brooklyn Washington Baltimore may play Sundays out West. Cincinnati faces Law and Order League measures. Henry Boyle seeks Western League franchise for Indianapolis with backing.

Henry Chadwick Geir Boston New York Philadelphia Chicago Cleveland Brooklyn Pittsburg Washington Baltimore Cincinnati Law and Order League St. Louis Louisville

Brush influence shapes team assignments in Cincinnati case

President John T. Brush controls the Cincinnati club and declines another local venture while offering financial help. Boyle would act as manager if his syndicate wins the prize, promising to field a strong team. Indianapolis remains optimistic about baseball prospects and a successful season.

Chise John T. Brush Brush Cincinnati Boyle Indianapolis

Tri Partite Agreement Drafted for National League and Minor Leagues

John S. Rogers drafts a new amendment to the tri partite national agreement among the National League American Association and minor leagues. The plan outlines Class A and B signatory rules including player contracts durations fees and disciplinary actions under a revised framework.

National League and Association ParaApetrara John S. Rogers National League American Association of Professional Baseball Clubs National League and National Board Elnbs National League and Association of Professional Baseball Clubs

College Teams to Notice Strong Season and Rivalry

New York reports higher activity among Yale Princeton Harvard and Penn as colleges arrange spring games with major teams in New York Brooklyn Philadelphia and more. Many candidates train at Princeton New Haven Cambridge and Philadelphia as schools build new lineups and consider a Yale Harvard Princeton triangular series again amid improving balance.

New York Yale Princeton Harvard University of Pennsylvania Brooklyn

Mack’s Salary Outlook and Boston Club Bonds

Mack earned 3200 last season and will sign for less this season. Manager SeLKE and Harry Stovey of the Boston club are close friends. Batt Tmoor opposes Browning, as reported. The Orioles are complete and a few exhibition games are planned.

Mack Selke Harry Stovey Boston Batt Tmoor Browning Oriole

Baseball and league notes from local press chatter

Local sports items discuss prospects for the season with mentions of players and managers. Barn plans to sign the Richardsons Hardie and Dan for Washington, Exurna aims for the Eastern association, and Mutrie stirs sentiment in that town. Jack Crooks is reported tied to a second base spot, while Grimm rumors persist. Amherst College candidates train for the battery as Beckley praised for captain potential.

Evex Hot Springs Barn Richardsons Hardie Dan Washington Exurna Jeems Mutrie Vorper Ans Jack Crooks

General Sporting Notes From Regional Track and Field Circles

The notice covers multiple events and figures including a bowling tournament resuming at Bellefield alleys, unpaid forfeits from last year's Monmouth Park meetings totaling 14,700 dollars, and entries for a 230 pacers stake at Independence Indiana next August. It mentions Bitty Taylor the pedestrian who won a Philadelphia centennial walking match in 1876 dying in Atlantic City, safety concerns about Morris Park horse entries including Tenny Tournament and Longstreet, Penn University building a baseball cage with alumni funding two thirds, Arthur Irwin likely coaching, Duartes Marrs at Miller Sibley’s noting Belleflower faster than Arion 2:1, a two year old record of 2907 and a forecast for a sensational tract with Belleflower.

Bellefield Oncy Monmouth Park Jay-Eve-Sre Independence Bitty Taylor Philadelphia Atlantic City N. J Tenny Tournament Longstreet Morris Park University of Pennsylvannia Arthur Irwin Duartes Marrs Palo Alto Miller & Sibley’s Frankfort Belleflower Arion Marvin Herst George Siddons

Largest purse sparks boxing scene and train-borne plan

Van Heest offers to fight Siddons at 120 pounds with weigh-in at 2 pm on fight day. Pursipeyt Foupa from the California Club abandons hopes of a full scuffle and envisions a pistol-point showdown on a train. A new bowler’s box rule would confine play within a 15 foot chalked box while Mongolian imports supply quick, brutal bouts with needle-pointed gaffs. Lizate Moons, Brown Hal’s sister, boasts a famed brood mare with foals earning fast times. her stock will enter training next season.

van Heest Siddons van Heest Pursipeyt Foupa California Eis Axona Choesequall Frisco Jackson Joe McAuliffe Godfrey Choynski Jem Moeer Heenan Hyer Grizzly Bears Lizate Moons Brown Hal Reata Morisco Morena Morelin Minstrel

Weather synopsis for Ohio West Virginia and Great Lakes

Gerald Fair reports clearing on Lake Ontario with slightly warmer conditions and southwest winds. The storm moved from Lake Superior to Ontario as a high pressure center stays near stationary in the Middle Plasteau Region. Snow flurries in the Lower Lake region and temperatures falling in New England with little change elsewhere.

Lake Superior Ontario Middle Plasteau Lower Lake Region New England

Prices That Draw Immense Crowds to Stores

The article highlights price cuts described as guaranteeing huge shopper turnout. It notes retail venues anticipate strong crowds and record sales as discounted items lure customers through doors.

All items to be closed out at 50ca yard

A terse notice states that all listed goods will be closed out at the 50ca yard location. No additional details on dates, bidders, or terms are provided in the fragment.

United States

Biggest Dress Goods Sale Ever Offered in Our Stores

At 15c a yard for fine Camel's Hair and Cheviot fabrics. Many 42 to 44 inch patterns originally $1.50 to $2.50 a yard reduced to 75c. Other bargains at $1 and $1.25, marked down from $2 to $3.50. Don’t miss the event described as the largest dress goods sale ever held.

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