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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1891
Page
6
Yesterday's league results show Cincinnati 4 Pittsburg 3 and Chicago 12 Cleveland 8. association games list St Louis 6 Cincinnati 8 and Lomsville. Slugging falters contrasted by sharp fielding and competitive racing at Sheepshead Bay noted in the day’s sporting roundup.
Our sluggers dropped to eighth in the standings after a hard fought defeat at Exposition Park. Poor hitting and fielding miscues, including Browning and Smith errors, doomed the home team as Miller suffered a dislocated finger and two-base hit by Smith sparked the visitors.
Cubs were left with a high run total after Anson’s men piled up runs in the late innings while Kuber’s seventh inning misplay sealed Cleveland’s loss. Score: not provided.
Reilly the local infielder is so sick he was granted two weeks sick leave to Mt. Clemens. He may have to play despite illness as President O Neil pushes for his return. Louisville and Columbus battled with limited action due to rain and a heavy storm halted further play.
Boston faces Philadelphia in today’s schedule while Washington plays Baltimore and Louisville meets Cincinnati. St Louis competes against Columbus as part of the day’s events, with Boston and Cincinnati among cities in the lineup.
The Fayette Citys and West Newton played at Athletic Park with West Newton leading 12 to 5 after seven innings. Umpire Miller then issued eight consecutive bases on balls, favoring the visitors and sealing the loss for Fayette Citys. The narrative credits West Newton pitching by Murray and the home team’s rough inning sequence.
Sportsmen in Sharon area report good bass fishing with several fish in the two to four pound range and two seven pound specimens. Anglers favor belgramite, crab or brook minnow. cold weather extends spawn and fighting ability while callers press to extend season beyond June due to peak spawning in June. Fishermen urge change in the law to keep fishing open until July.
Beaver Falls preparations for a Saturday field day June 20 at Geneva Park. Contests feature an all round event of 70 yard dash hammer throw high jump pole vault and one mile run. Additional events include 440 yard dash broad jump running high jump hop step and jump and shot put. Participants from Pittsburgh McKeesport Sharpsburg New Castle Butler New Brighton and local area. Prizes are described as quite costly.
Hanover June 18 The bowling festival features a nee geet tournament with Americans winning prizes. Feldman Thum Zandera Quell Stellman Millers Kamerer each take three. Lurch Jansen Schroemick Wehmer Schnackenberg each take one. Warnick takes six. The German American tournament ends with American victory by 141 points.
In Granville this afternoon the Dennison University team defeated the Town Street Club of Columbus by a 6 to 5 score. Key players included Laskey Selbach Dan and others from Columbus with standout efforts noted. The telegram from Sewake reports the final tally and mentions batteries and absences in the box score.
Heavy rain postponed today's races in Janestons New York. The program will resume tomorrow and continue through Saturday.
Articles of agreement were signed at this office last evening between Pittsburg and Allegheny bartenders. M. F. Krieg represents Pittsburg and D. G. Jones represents Allegheny. The game is set for Exposition Park on June 30 with the same lineup as last time, except Pittsburg may use a new catcher.
Sreersazar Bay june 18 reports about 9000 fans braving a heavy track at Sheepshead Bay. In the Foam Stakes Merry Monarch led most of the way to victory against Airplant and others as Uno Grande captured the Volunteer Handicap in an exciting stretch duel.
Disconnected sports snippets report recent games and player news. Latham praised for skill, Hadbourn’s lack of wins noted, and Rain affected games in Boston and New York leagues. Mentions Stayin as a rising figure, Ders’s Starin-Kurain decision, and Pat Hrowring’s sore feet. Several teams postponed due to rain and a betting bond case cited.
A violent rainstorm swept the Illinois river valley causing extensive crop, garden, and fence damage. In Hilton across from Peoria houses were washed away, families fled to hills, and cattle and hogs were swept downstream. In Fulton county a log crushed a father and killed his three boys aged 12 8 and 5 while mothers and others were rescued.
Results from a St Louis program dated June 18 list winners and times across eight races. Jessie McFarland wins the mile and 50 yards, Nancy Harkes takes the half mile, San Saba prevails in the mile 160 yards, and Josie M wins the six furlongs among others with names like Maver Nolan and Gen Caldwell noted in the lineup.
A joint Senate and House caucus in Ottawa on June 18 introduced Premier Abbott to newly elected party members and others. The informal ten hour gathering featured congratulatory speeches and calls to set aside personal conflict for party unity. all ministers attended except Mr. Chapleau who remained in his room.
In Philadelphia on June 18 Meyer & Dickinsons import duty suit over classification of merchandise as hat trimmings or linings is in the hands of a jury. Judge Acheson gave the charge favorable to plaintiffs and at 4 oclock no verdict yet. jurors told to seal their verdict if they agree.
A special telegram from Meadville reports Crawford County Trotting Horse Breeders Association schedules September races, first meeting for Crawford horses. Meadville Horsemen’s Association to host what may be Northwestern Pennsylvania’s premier horsemanship event. Also notes a local clothing sale opening near Smithfield corner.
American cruiser Baltimore sails directly to Callao while San Francisco will cruise between Iquique and Arica. Admiral McCann sent a note of thanks to the Chilean Foreign Affairs Minister and expressed hope for an honorable termination of the trouble.
In Cleveland on June 18 the National Council of the Jr. O U A M debated a proposed name change to the Order of United Americans. Illinois led the push while Pennsylvania divided, a vote passing by 24 with plans to seek member approval after July 1 1892. A clash between editors H W Buser and D G Evans amid disagreements over coverage sparked a heated exchange.
In the House of Commons the Buxton amendment to prohibit under 11s from working was adopted 202 to 186, defeating the Government. It would affect 150,000 to 200,000 children. Morley pressed the issue as Matthews signaled the Government would not support the measure.
The whale back steamer Wetmore arrives at Eriestor Ontario with 70 000 bushels of wheat. The Rapids will be run and 60 000 bushels reloaded at Montreal for Liverpool. Wetmore to be among first inland water steamers to cross Line 1 and first to voyage around Cape Horn to the Pacific Coast.
A June 18 report from St. Louis claims the Order of Railway Telegraphers and the Brotherhood have amalgamated. The source is described as highly reliable and the announcement impacts railway labor relations.
Bernard Glaudi convicted days earlier for attempting to bribe juror Henry B. Atwood in the Hennessey case received a one year sentence at hard labor in the penitentiary from Judge Marr.
Indianapolis June 18 There was a slight improvement in ex Senator McDonald s condition today and his physicians say tonight that if the favorable symptoms continue tomorrow there will be some reason to hope for his recovery.
A proposal from the United States General Assembly urging a consensus of creed was presented to the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church at Kinosrox Oxt on June 18 and referred to the Presbyterian Council for study.
At a Canadian Pacific Railroad Board meeting in Mont Treat Que June 18 T C Bhaughnesey was elected a director to replace the resigned Mr Abbott who left to become Premier He was also appointed Vice President and will serve in both roles for the company
San Francisco June 18 The United States steamers Mohican and Alert departed this morning to join the other government vessels in the Bering Sea operation.
In Trnaca New York on June 18 the Cornell University commencement exercises closed with 255 degrees conferred.
Alfred E. Curtis of San Francisco argues at Hoffman House that world gold demand outstrips supply and idle placer mining harms national wealth. He cites California placer mining bans as farm debris costs, noting Slickens bill may resume land damage compensation and revive placer work.
A New York Herald nugget notes dressmakers using beer to wash silk to revive old dresses. A fashion-focused dresser explains bottles and beer help restore body and luster, giving silk a fresh look and boosting business significantly.
In Ebensburg early yesterday a large ae milis and part of eee Tramber hakate coining burned with no insurance, 000. In East End a small fire in James Carroll & Co. carpentry shop on Broad street caused $200 damage. At Asbury Park the Seashore Electric Street Railway power station including 15 dynamos and boilers was destroyed. Biographical notice says Mary Bischott, daughter of C P and Mary, died June 18, 1891 at age Sth year, residence Cresson street, funeral to be announced.
The brewery reports no poor beer sent out and notes dealers find Iron City pale ale most popular. All outlets sell it with strong demand across customers.
Remnant sale of silks advertised at lower prices than ever before. Bee Ad notes happenings at the Penn Avenue stores of Tr. vs. Horst & Co. with sales slated for today and tomorrow.
Washington dispatch reports William Henry Brooks chosen by the President to be Collector of Internal Revenue for the Philadelphia district, succeeding David Martin. Brooks, a Germantown native and former state legislator, helped author the Brooks high license law and is linked to Pennsylvania’s bid to place Schofield’s successor on the Court of Claims.
Former Treasurer John Bardsley plans a guarded statement denying intentional theft while shifting blame to Keystone Bank. He cites losses of public funds and describes using other funds to cover payments, with a possible total loss around 1.0 to 2.4 million cited in varying figures. He expects possible exposure and subsequent sentencing after releasing his statement.
Weather and river notes record river stage at MonGaxt Town River at 4 feet stationary with cloudy skies. Thermometer around 77 degrees. Wanarx River at 0.2 feet below the low water mark. Warm and showery conditions described.
River gauge readings show sections around 4 to 6 feet with rising and falling levels. River commerce and riverfront operations continue with arrivals and departures of boats, dam updates, and bridge construction progress.
Washington reports the Treasury's tomorrow statement will show a $600000 deficiency instead of a net cash balance. Expenditures this month exceed revenues by $18.22 million, with pension payments of $18.41 million, but officials expect light spending and enough receipts later to yield a small surplus. If past two days were included, actual surplus would be $2 million rather than a deficit.
Washington reports from Chile say the House of Deputies passed a bill empowering the president to levy a forced loan of 20 million dollars for wartime needs though the Senate has not yet acted. A midnight driving ban and large group restrictions were set in Santiago, with theaters closed and a metals auction of the treasury reserve announced.
Secretary Proctor orders a court martial for Colonel Charles E. Compton Fourth Cavalry for negligence in failing to prevent the lynching of gambler Hunt by U S troops at Fort Walla Walla Wash The court will meet July 1 next.
Classified notice shows a shop at 47 Sixth Street selling masculine apparel with unclear text and illegible patterns. No dates or entities retained.
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