Convention League Clubs Dispatch Schedule and Meetings
The Convention of League clubs held a brisk session, adopting a schedule and preparing reports. Pittsburg is slated to play York in this city on July 4 and will meet the New York champions on Labor Day. Umpire arrangements and management details were discussed as officials met with President Harrison and various league figures in Washington.
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Pittsburg
York
New York
Harrison
Halford
The
Washington
Nick Young
Barnum
Young
Piresburg
Chicago
Horace Phillips
Jum Hart
Walter
Tors
Ward
Wift
Engi
American Association Formed Schedule Changes and Constitution Amendments
The American Association of Baseball Clubs adjourned after adopting the schedule and approving minor constitutional changes. Key amendments grant the President power to fill vacancies, allow appeals from expelled players, remove the blacklist, and govern reserve lists with October deadlines for listing eligible players and contract opportunities.
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Columnus
American Association of Baseball Clubs
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Ilelayers
Eacplaiin 14
Pesos Ghey
Alfec Ee
Columbus
Ka' Aan
Mrpreater
Cincinnati
Ember
Louisville
Cushing Wins World 10-Pound Title in London Battle
Ike Cushing of Brooklyn defeated Harry Bartlett of London in a 10 round world championship boxing match staged near Clifton racecourse. About 40 spectators witnessed a soggy trip to the scene with both boxers and witnesses soaked. The fighters traded blows through the later rounds with a decisive finish after the thirteenth round.
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New York
Ike Cushing
Brooklyn
Harry Bartlett
London
Clifton
Sousa Seutiod
Contested Road Scalling Match Hinted in City
Archie Sinclair pushes for a five day road scalling contest in the city but delays remain until the Grand Cen rink approves. He aims to pit himself against Wallace Ros and Book Sargen with entries promised from East pedestrians once the 143 hour event occurs.
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Archie Sinclair
Bie Dain Oy Aves Abettes
American Trotting Association Convenes Biennial Congress
The American Trotting Association opened its biennial congress at the Capitol House this afternoon. The session will last several days as officers are elected and the constitution is revised.
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American Trotting Association
Cea House
Pittsboro Cricket Club Annual Meeting Scheduled
Sporting notes report an annual Pittsboro Cricket Club meeting to be held at the Hotel Duquesne in the evening. The item mentions Lexa JonN Rinky traveling from Washington to Cincinnati for inauguration festivities and notes the Cincinnati team will be the best.
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Pittsboro Cricket Club
Hotel Duquesne
Lexa Jonn Rinky
Fosterds
Cincinnati
Wishington
Hie
Panic in Paris as copper shock hits Bourse and Panama filings
Sudden death of M. Denfert Rochereau sparks a Paris panic over Comptoir d Escompte and copper schemes. Paris, March 5. Copper shares tumble while Panama Canal moves face uncertain fate. Nations’ papers discuss Harrison inaugural address and Samoa references as markets shift.
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Banquet de Pays-Bas
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Harrison and Samoa Inaugural Address Reactions Abroad
Bern reports foreign papers assess President Harrison's inaugural address with cautious criticism and notes expectations on the Samoa dispute. The Tagblatt finds arrogance in tone and lack of friendly stance toward other powers, while the Posische Zeitung doubts stronger American claims. The semi official press seeks balanced comment, and Politische Nachrichten praises signals of moderation and confidence in a settlement.
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Tagblatt
Faustsche Zeitung
Harrison
Possische Zeitung
Friends of America
Cleveland
Germany
Samoa
Politische Nachrichten
Mr. Harrison
Parnell and Pigott Trial Advances Amid Objections
The Parnell Commission resumed with Times counsel urged anew, but Justice Han pen blocked key issues. A constable testified Walsh shipped revolvers in 1882, and English detectives in Madrid identified Pigott’s remains with the British Consul present as the body was ordered buried.
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Times
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Nand Flannagan
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Pigott
Americans Abroad Exhibit Corn Palace at Paris Exposition
Paris officials allocate free space for an American exhibit of Indian corn at the Exposition. A corn palace will showcase varieties with samples prepared by American cooks for visitors, aiming to boost cereal trade across Europe.
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Paris
Shiras Sees Five Allegheny Lawmakers Support Street Bill
Representative George Shiras III, returning to Harrisburg, says five Allegheny county members will vote for the street bill. He notes it targets Pittsburg and second class cities and that the measure faces third reading next week with no prediction of passage.
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Allegheny
George Shiras
Union Station
Harrisburg
Allegheny County
Pittsburg
Windom Resigns Posts Amid Cabinet Prospects
Ex Senator Windom tendered his resignation as President of the Atlantic and Pacific Company through Colonel Andrews and will likely resign as President of the Tehuantepec Ship Railway as he contemplates cabinet service. Mexican government concessions backing the scheme and European capital are noted as supporting its success. Amelia Fones of Millvale files information against husband and Craig for dis orderly conduct as he seeks divorce.
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Fire at rag and junk shop on Wood Street causes minor损
A fire last night at 9:45 damaged C. Devine's rag and junk shop No 11 Wood Street with building and contents loss not exceeding 300 dollars. Adjoining Dinker Co lubricating oils building sustained about 50 dollars water damage. Stores along Penn Avenue advertise Black Goods and silk fabrics in a Great Bargain Sale with prices from 50 cents to 1 dollar per yard.
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Wood Street
Dinker &Co
India
Jos, Horke & Co
Peon Avenue
Rioters Cleared From Street by Bayoneted Formation
Police dispersed a crowd repeatedly until General Hastings ordered Colonel Crawford of the Tenth Penn to move along the street. The column with bayonets cleared the mob which had terrorized stalls and vendors. most rioters appeared intoxicated and attacked small stands and pedlars when resisted.
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House in Decline as Speakership Battle Lingers
The battered House chamber sits empty after days of crowding and decay. Few members attend while Reed and Cannon are noted figures amid a desolate scene with empty desks and a missing mace pedestal.
President Humbled by Patriot's Bold Back Pat
A Maryland man pressed close to President Harrison during a review, patting him on the shoulder and urging him to remember the loyal Eevileans. The President remained calm, tried to brush off the gesture, then moved away to avoid further contact.
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Maryland
Marylad
White House Servants Drink Away Sorrow Over Cleveland Departure
Report notes several White House staffers consuming large quantities of alcohol after the Cleveland era ends. Son-in-Law McKee complains as a colored attendant pressures him to take a drink, nearly sparking a confrontation. another pair is said to be dismissed.
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France
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Hiscock Gains Popularity as State Influence Grows
The Handsome New York Senator He is expected to name a collector to succeed Mr Magone. Adonis from Syracuse likely to represent Blaine Elkins and Platt. He serenaded at the Arlington tonight and spoke of harmony in New York State.
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Elkins
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New York State
Toddy Spares Cold Tea in Reviewing Stand Pleasantries
The crowd at the reviewing stand drank toddy from tea cups to stave off the chill. General Harrison and Mr. Morton partook, preferring the stronger beverage, while coffee was also available.
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Mr. Morton
Whitney Kind to the Soldiers
The Pennsylvania militia companies stationed in the State War and Navy Department building received ample coffee supplies by order of Joey. The secretary faced a bill for this single refreshment item that reflected generous hospitality during their stay.
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State
War and Navy Department
Joey
Major McKinley Serenaded in New York Campaign
The Unconditional Republican Club of Albany serenaded Ohio Congressman McKinley at the Ebbitt House after he passed the Fourteenth street entrance. He was greeted with cheers and spoke briefly about the Republicans victory in New York State.
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McKinley
Ohio
Ebbitt House
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New York State
Camera Cranks and a President The Harrison Parade
A humorous portrait of Harry Rose the camera man who followed President Harrison to Indianapolis. He dodged crowds at the station and the reviewing stand and even blew a cornet while secretly snapping the President, then hoisted his camera for a wide view of the procession.
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Cabinet nominations praised by Republicans at Capitol
Republican leaders at the Capitol express satisfaction with President Harrison's Cabinet picks. Senator Allison calls the slate first rate and Governor Rusk as an excellent choice praised for his farm background and service. The Wisconsin governor is highlighted for promoting farmers institutes and strong agricultural involvement.
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Tracy
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Wisconsin
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Cleveland Sign Up as Ex-President, Mrs Cleveland Arrive
A telegram from Dan Lamont announced that ex President Grover Cleveland and Mrs Cleveland would arrive in New York tomorrow evening. Sign painters revised Bangs Stetson firm signs at 45 William Street adding Grover Cleveland in gold and listing firm members. Stetson said Cleveland could come at any time, with crowds visiting the office as preparations continue.
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Victoria
Cleveland
Grover Cleveland
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Bangs, Stetson, Tracy & MacVeagh
Francis Lynde Stetson
Charles W. Bangs
Charles Edward Cis W. Bangs
Charles MacVeagh
Mr. Cleveland
Mr. Stetson
MacVeagh
Rag doll bedecks White House rooms after parade
At the White House the Harrison family reunion ends with a giant rag doll named Benay placed prominently at the head of the stairs. The doll, its fist raised and face painted bright, was dropped by men who brought the family belongings from Arlington. Pa and Mrs Harrison retrieve it, joking it is the closest they can get to their babies.
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Harrison
Benay
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Arlington
Resignations of Cleveland Cabinet Accepted by Harrison
All members of Cleveland's cabinet tendered their resignations yesterday and President Harrison accepted them to take effect upon qualification of their successors. He left for New York City this evening to resume law practice.
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Harrison
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Vicious Weather Delays Harrison Inaugural Fireworks
The weather again postpones the Harrison inaugural fireworks with a violent wind and sodden branches. The Inaugural Committee deems it dangerous to proceed and reschedules the display for tomorrow night.
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White House rearranges rooms amid old servant concerns
An elderly servant expresses horror at changes within the White House as a rearrangement of rooms is undertaken. The report notes unease among longtime staff and hints at tensions over space and duties.
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White House
Cure for salt rheum with CuTicura REMEDIES
I used the CuTicuRa REMEDIES for eight months and am entirely cured of salt rheum after six years of suffering. I tried many medicines and two top doctors without success until these remedies. Mrs A McClaflin Morette Missouri.
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N. J
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Presidential Boudoir Change Provokes Old Guard
A dispute over housing in the White House touches tradition as Mrs McKee is chosen to occupy the boudoir once held by Mrs Harrison and by other presidential wives. An old servant resists the decision, shocked by the break with precedent. The President and Mrs Harrison press onward amid upheaval.
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McKee
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Canada’s Adopted Son Arrested in Canada for Robbery
Detective Murphy of Allegheny received extradition papers from Harrisburg for Frank A. Aldrich who is held in Canada for robbery. He is to be one of the bunko men tied to John K. Lemon of Allegheny with a $10,000 claim. Murphy will depart today to bring Aldrich back.
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Religious war feared as Jesuits sue Toronto paper
A libel suit of 50 000 by Jesuits against the Toronto Mail inflames Protestants. The Rev. Bishop Usher urges religious liberty but warns Quebecs state church dominance by Rome could spark conflict. Senator Tradee, owner of a Catholic organ, will handle the court case.
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Pittsburg Stage Crowds Stir At Academy And Venues
Lilly Clark's burlesque troupe thrills crowds at the Academy while Harris' Theater hosts the 49 show and The Danites every afternoon and evening. Rousoys and Crane bring The Henrietta to Grand Opera House next week with partners Hotelps and Crane in one last Pittsburg appearance. Bijou hosts William J. Gilmore's 70 performers with The Twelve Temptations, famed from James Fisk Jr. long ago.
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