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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1889
Page
6
A Mineral Point telegrapher reports a scene where trees were raised bodily and by the roots. The account describes the lifting method and the agents involved in the signal station operation.
James Brown reports from Johnstown to Mineral Point detailing extensive flood damage to the Pennsylvania Railroad. Tracks, embankments, and girders are ruined as water swept through the valley washing out beds and scattering rails while a locomotive and freight cars were left stranded high on a hill.
Johnstown June 10 reports a busy debris clearing scene under bright electric lights in Cambria City. The proclamation signed by the burgess and town council warns residents not to desert the town as fires burn rubbish near Kernville.
Staff correspondent reports Dr G G Groff organizing a county sanitary system with Dr B Lee as secretary and a division into districts. The sick list shows 183 inmates at Bedford Street Hospital, including cases of prostration, measles, diphtheria and insanity. Groff warns against sensational personal crisis reporting as the death toll rises with numerous morgue records.
Miss Hinckley of the Children's Aid Society corrects the belief that Johnstown is overflowing with orphans after the disaster. She notes many children mourned and saved by their families, urges unity of relatives and agencies, and thanks supporters while stressing ongoing needs for Johnstown families.
A census in Johnstown area towns will log every resident name and verify it to limit daily food rations. Lieutenant Colonel Spangler estimates lists for Morgellville Cambria City Kernville East Conemaugh and other towns to feed thousands daily with two regional commissaries coordinating supply for next day needs.
Staff correspondent from Jouxstown reports reporters endured severe hardships while covering the news They describe poor food causing stomach pains and cramps indicating extreme conditions during their assignment Near a Pennsylvanian bay loft many endured illness and fatigue as they pushed to complete their work
Jounstown reports Thomas Kerling a Jobstown jeweler who survived the flood died today at Morrellville from pneumonia. R B Bates travelled from Racine Wisconsin seeking his sister's body, one of the flood victims aboard a train. He located the body today and sent it to his late home.
National League results show Pittsburg at Chicago and Cleveland at Indianapolis among others. American Association matchups include Cincinnati at Columbus and Louisville at Brooklyn, with International League games Syracuse at Toledo and Rochester at London.
In Cleveland on June 10 a 12 inning game ended with a Pittsburgh victory over Cleveland. Both teams showcased sharp base running and solid hitting as McAleer and McKean produced key scores while Beatin held Cleveland to limited offense until late. The decisive twelfth featured Faatz and Radford combined with Tebeau to drive in the winning run.
Chicago won both sprightly but soggy games as rain threats hung over the doubleheader. Scagsdale, Indiana kept the home club guessing, matching Chicago until late, while Getzein pitched well in relief before a tough loss. Umpire Lynch called both contests after one hour forty five minutes.
Keefe limits Boston to three hits while New York defeats them 7 to 1 at Staten Island. Whitney and Seigra... (ellipsis due to unreadable text) Keefe earned the win as New York pitchers held the visitors to few scoring chances.
In Washmerton on June 10 the Philadelphia team edged Washington 3 to 2 in a well played baseball contest. Irwin debuted for the home club to warm applause. Phil Baker served as substitute and did solid work amid a sparsely hit game. Scoring featured two bases and a key double, with umpires and officials noted for a smooth afternoon of baseball.
Secretary Scandrett received Manager Phillips's letter detailing Saturday's baseball defeats. Philips claims Miller's errors sunk the second game but argues the first game should have ended earlier due to a wet ball and rain. Umpire Fessenden advised canceling the second, yet officials pressed on to avoid harming the club's reputation.
Fragmented sports item lists scores for multiple teams including Philadeton and New Yorks, with Brooklyn and Louisville mentions and scattered figures. The readable text hints at a sequence of game outcomes or standings without complete context.
In Bauemmogz Missouri on June 10 the Baltimore team struggled early as visitors built a lead. A late rally kept the home club from avoiding a shutout, with the final score reflecting the visitors’ stronger play.
Athletics game summary notes Weyhing and Swa pitched in a contest with multiple errors and key plays by Kanang Citya. The report emphasizes base bites and defensive miscues affecting the final score.
The planned yard foot race between McNally and Ferguson did not take place yesterday due to unsuitable arrangements. The event was called off as intended.
Sportsman wins a good race in a muddy opening day program at Brighton Beach. John Staley comments on turf affairs as detailed results list first and second place finishers for six races at two tracks.
Rain dampened the program at St Louis as six races were run with delays. Lillian Lindsay won the first 5 furlongs, Luke Alexander took the six furlongs, and Spinnette won the third. Glockner led to defeat Caliente, Lela May and Tigers tied the later legs, while odds and pools were posted for tomorrow’s races.
Opening day at Brighton Beach Race Track reports good track conditions and lists horses competing across seven races. Notable entries include Little Jake winner in race two with time 1 44, and other notable runners such as Century and Planet in early promenade events.
The June 10 Grand Crossing event featured J Frank Kieiiz of Philadelphia and C W Budd of Des Moines in a 12 gauge pigeon shoot for the American Fiaid cup and 250 dollars. Budd won by breaking the 12 gauge record, hitting 80 of 100 tame pigeons at 30 yards, with traps set at 90 yards.
The final shoot between Niles and Youngstown Gun Clubs ended with Niles winning 174 to 184 at three traps set 18 yards rise. Niles captured two of the three matches in today’s event held here.
Bill Bissell of the Southside seeks a Dayton Ohio fight against Ryan of McDonald's station to decide a $200 purse. Bissell names Quedhsberry or London as potential opponents.
Representatives from the Gusky and Kaufmann nines signed articles for a $100 side baseball game on June 18 at Recreation Park if secured. Receipts after expenses go to the Johnstown relief fund. Forfeit of $20 per side posted at the Tae Di Patch office. second deposit of £20 each to be posted tomorrow. Conditions are play or pay.
John Staley, a well known bookmaker, visits home from the East and reports a boom in runners. He notes heavy daily investments and references bets on Dreux and Raceland, with Jerome Park pool rooms reflecting rising wagering activity.
At the W and J field day on May 18 1880 Woods of 92 and Bissek of 01 ran a 10 yard dash. The race was deemed unfair by 92 and the event was marked as a squeal for the Sophs. Woods, a Freshman, claimed victory as his peers criticized the outcome.
Billy Meyer the Tli nois Cyclone called at the Police Gazette office and issued a challenge to fight Jommy Carney English lightweight under Quay rules for 1000 dollars side with a 1000 dollar expenses allowance. The bout would be arranged at a mutually agreed location with six months to sign articles.
Featherweight Tommie Ward states he is in Wheeling for a few days and invites Tommy Hi to meet again in the ring. He recalls a draw in their previous bout and expresses interest in a rematch without argument.
London bettors favor Kilrain six to four against Sullivan in the anticipated bout. A cablegram from London to New York today notes the betting line and urges wagering on the lightweight contest, with Kilrain holding the edge.
Tom Dallas of Pittsburg now with Canton writes a friend to deny recent rumors of a drinking fine. He explains a prank by teammates caused a misreport and asserts he is healthy, playing well, with no errors on the trip. A reporter miscopied an incident from a Springfield misadventure.
The Brooklyns salvage a win in a rough game with the Colonels. Errors by the visitors help Brooklyn in the seventh inning, leading to a final score of 7 to 0 as the Brooklyns improve their record.
Fragmentary notes describe a wheeling dispute with references to Bowman Eden and other names. The text hints at legal actions, possible suits, and dates in spring related to batteries or se offenses, but lacks clear details.
In an afternoon game at Cycle Park yesterday the Weigolds defeated the J W Scotts. The scoring shows the Weigolds 3 to 1 with base hits credited to Scotts and players including Doyle Snyder and Griffin. The winners stated they will play only against teams with players not older than 17.
Brownsville river at 4 feet 9 inches and falling under clear skies with a 78 degree thermometer. MorcanTowns river at 4 feet 6 inches with stationary flow and clear weather. Warbren river at 3 feet 5 inches and stationary as weather remains cloudy and fair.
A dense catalog listing Indias, silks, velvets, plushes and parasols with varied colorways and sizes. Items include 18 to 26 inch textiles, Surahs, Velvets, Velveteens, silk velvets, and long stick parasols with prices ranging from under a dollar to several dollars, promoting new weave colors and low guarantees.
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