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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1889
Page
6
Horace Phillips returned from Washington urging change to a crude schedule he says underdelivers clubs and fans. He cites uneven home games, back-to-back New York clashes, and poor planning by Day Brush and Hewitt as key faults impacting attendance and fairness.
The annual Cricket Club meeting at Hotel Duquesne elected officers for the coming year led by Colonel J M Schoonmaker as chair. The Secretary and Treasurer reported the club’s best financial standing with a surplus of 15 dollars. Players J E Schwartz, Colonel J M Schoonmaker, and others were chosen for key roles. A tennis tournament and possible East versus West match arrangements were discussed.
Special telegram reports matchmaker Parson Davies arranging a bout between Spider Weir and Frank Murphy. They signed articles for a fight within 250 miles of Chicago around the 21st of March with Semmens sharing. Referee duties unsettled between Dick Roche of St. Louis and Jack McAuliffe’s camp.
Large attendance at the New Orleans track as races opened. First race saw Little Em win the half mile in a uncertain time with Joe Wrace second and G Pox third. Second race results listed Maculey first and Slay T second with unclear times and entrants.
The Keystone Bicycle Club met last evening at the Seventh Ave NE Hotel. Officers named F. B. Lee and A Smith were present with Color Bearer B. D. Smith. Resolutions regarding the death of Mr. Frank Gill were passed. No discussion on consolidations occurred.
The Sylvania Rod and Gun Club reorganizes with F. C. M. Heel named secretary and T. Roney as treasurer, while Hi Reel takes a vice role in the Alle- Eece district chapter.
The American Trotting Association finished informal rule changes covering 15 pages and elected officers for two years in Chicago. Major edits admit 318 local associations as active members, set entry identification and testimony rules, limit 2 year old entry eligibility, and address driver penalties with fines up to 100 dollars. The body also debated relocating its legal office and planned further meetings in Chicago.
A McKeesport source says Teemer is prepared to race Gaudaur or Searle for a stake large enough to cover travel expenses. Backers believe Teemer is a superior rower and expect bids from O’Connor and others as potential challengers.
G Grant, the six foot Scotchman, captured the Sheffield handicap at Shrovetide in England on Tuesday. Flynn and Peet, both Americans, were defeated in their second heats with Smith of Chester beating Flynn by a foot. In the final Grant, favored at five to one, won with ease as the crowd noted his strong form and recent backing by Ford, manager of the bone grounds.
Local baseball fans praise the NL schedule saying Pittsburg is treated fairly. They expect New York to visit on July 4 and Boston to contend for the pennant, with Chicago opening the season and Boston likely near the top at season’s end.
President Day says Ward wanted to leave New York and agreed to any proposition. He states Ward was sold to Washington after expressing willingness to join Boston or Washington and denies any truth to stories about Boston or other arrangements. Day claims all conflicting reports are inventions and asserts the deal was made in good faith.
Ad Gambert, the local pitcher, asks Chicago officials if they will pay him $00 for next season. His demands are high for the Chi officials and he insists on $00 or he will not play. It may be he will skip the Chicago club this year.
Kilrain will leave Baltimore on Monday for New York to pursue a bout with Sullivan after Sullivan’s return. Kilrain says Sullivan is in perfect health and ready if the two meet at his best.
Chicago March 6 J W Waltz vice and agent for the Baltimore Baseball Club and umpire committee signed D F Sullivan as an umpire for the season. This fills the staff.
Sporting notes report SPALDING'S teams will play in Paris tomorrow. Von Der Ahe refuses to take his men to Hot Springs this year. Deacon White may join Pittsburg. Senators intend to hire strong talent if funds permit. letters in cane office for William Nolan and Peter Priddy. manager Phillips says first nine home Saturdays are half holidays. Decker case not mentioned at a League meeting. Keystons Bicycle Club plans to donate to the A.W. club may move its headquarters to the East.
In Washington on March 6 at 2 PM James G Blaine took the oath of office at the Department of State. Secretary Bayard welcomed him with Justice Miller arriving soon after. Blaine pledged to cooperate with officials including Moore Atlee Walker Blsine Sherman and Chief Clerk Lee as he assumed the duties of secretary.
The Times case nears completion as Andrew Colman testifies for Ireland amid delays. Colman, once a Mayo gamekeeper and Irish World source, recalls meeting Parnell with Fenian McAulay. Deputies consider motions over forged letters and government expenses.
March 6 report from Zanzibar notes severe fighting at Bogomoyo. Arabs pressed shore defenses as warships and marines bombarded positions. Chief Bushiri was wounded and Arabs retired, leaving many dead. Two cannons captured earlier by natives were recovered by Germans who now hold the stronghold to pave the way for Captain Wissman’s expedition.
The Times comments on a correspondent's view that the treaty of commerce would admit Americans to full commercial citizenship in Japan in return for Japan granting Americans immunity from Japanese laws. It questions whether older treaties hinder Japan from enlarging American rights without giving similar benefits to other nations.
A Pittsburg gentleman explains a British telegraph method where residents drop messages in boxes for automatic collection. Telegrams go to nearby offices then to stations for local delivery, saving time and cost versus traditional messengers. The plan allows local mail delivery of remote recipients with minimal extra expense.
A street fight outside Mike Kelly's saloon on Thirty first Street and Sixth Avenue in New York ended with Jack Barnitt and Jack Sullivan involved. Sullivan and his trainer were later found in the saloon, conflicting accounts circulated on the quarrel, and both men disappeared tonight. It is claimed the dispute stemmed from Hayes pressuring Sullivan to go to bed, while Kelly says Sullivan was sober.
The death of M. Rochereau is reported as suicide based on Paris papers. In response, six directors of the Comptoir d Escompte announce willingness to pay on demand all deposits. Leading bankers meet and offer to back the bank to ensure deposit repayment if needed.
The Inaugural Committee reports strong revenue from privilege and ball tickets, covering all costs and the $50,000 guaranteed by citizens. A surplus of about $20,000 is anticipated after selling 12,000 tickets at 360,000 and expected additional receipts from a concert and souvenir fees.
In Kentucky near Mount Sterling Frank Conkwright, his children ages 3 to 19, and others were suspected of poisoning. Conkwright and two Holdins were arrested after a night of severe illness and a death. Dr Cook found poisoning signs and the suspects remained jailed amid public uproar and talk of lynching.
Rome report says ex Governor Porter of Indiana will succeed Judge Stallo as American Minister at Rome. The Riforma notes the government loses a sincere friend to Italy and the diplomatic corps mourns Stallo's retirement. Stallo plans to settle in Rome and W L Alden will resign to return to journalism.
Mr. Foster L Backus recalls a farm horse once gentle yet abused by a cruel groom. The horse’s measured anger led him to plan to kill the groom if given a chance, suggesting calculated malice beyond mere instinct.
The Standard's Berlin correspondent reports Mr. Kasson will represent America in the Samoan conference. A Berlin dispatch says Herr Steubel goes as special commissioner to restore order and will command the German squadron. Berlin doubts the American armistice terms arranged by Herr Knappe and Mataafa.
Rochester NY reports three leading city breweries Bartholomausee 7 0 000 Genessee 9500 000 and Rochester Brewery 500 down per cent paid. A note about New York journalists planning a comic paper in London and mockery of the London Times.
The Haymarket Monument to be dedicated May 4 will not list police officers killed by the bomb or those wounded. The committee cites lack of room for lettering and will inscribe a single line beneath the policemen figure: In the name of the people of the State I command. Leonard Swett, formerly Lincoln’s partner, will deliver the unveiling oration.
Charleston March 6. Mr R S Carr president of the State Senate filed a writ of quo warranto to compel Governor E W Wilson to show by what right he holds the gubernatorial chair. The case hinges on the pending Wilson and Goff dispute and will likely be heard after court action on that matter.
Columbus club completes a swap sending O'Connor to the St. Louis Browns in exchange for Will White. President Von der Ahe has no use for White now that he joined Fuller, while Columbus can use White. If Johnson isn’t secured, O'Connor will be placed at third base.
Captain Sam Brown travels from Mobile to New Orleans for Mardi Gras celebrations. He speaks highly of Re- North and will train with Apel Troubadour before returning to Mobile.
New York dated March 6 reports the suspension of Willets Manufacturing Company, operator of the Excelsior pottery in Trenton with a New York salesroom on Sacenty Street. Officials say the halt is temporary. the firm expects to cover debts and leave a surplus, with assets not yet available.
Paris March 6 Inquiries into the Patriotic League reveal documents showing a plan to mobilize members and government prosecutors plan to prosecute the league for conspiracy against the state. In London March 6 the foreign minister said the British ambassador at Athens agreed to act as arbitrator in a dispute between the United States and Denmark over Butterfield vessels near St Thomas.
Loxpoxs notes Sir Julian Pauncefote the new British Minister to the United States will travel to Washington by month’s end, stay briefly, then return to London for the summer. He plans to bring his family to Washington for permanent residence in autumn. The Vienna Times correspondent reports Milan abdication alarms Austrian cabinet over potential Russian influence as Milan heads to the Riviera with debts around 2,000,000 florins.
Loywood reports in the House of Commons this afternoon Rt. Hon. W. H. Smith the Government leader moved cloture on the debate on the address in re-
The report presents a dated weather observation from March 6 1589 by a United States Signal Service officer. It records time, temperature, wind direction southwest, and tide data noting a 12.3 foot tide with a 1.6 foot fall at the last measurement.
Special telegrams report river gauges and weather: Antown River at 9 feet 8 inches with ice and cloudy conditions. Brownsville river at 12 feet 3 inches and falling with cloudy skies. Warren river 8 to 10 feet and stationary amid unsettled weather.
In Philadelphia improvements proceed under an arrangement between the Railroad's Committee of Connell and railroad corporations with city costs not exceeding one third. The speaker questions the need for a bill, noting that municipal and railroad agreements can be made without it. The Governor’s veto is supported as reasonable grounds.
Governor Beaver returned home tired yet content after the eventful trip. Adjunct Hastings arrived with a cane, having suffered a kick from a horse that startled General Hastings. Auditor General McCamant and Attorney General Kirkpatrick returned convinced the visit had been hampered by crowds and damp weather. Thomas W. Cooper, the Delaware county blonde, claims he can be Collector of the Port of Philadelphia and plans to pursue the position regardless of the apportionment bill.
In Harrisburg on March 6, Republican County Chairman Von Bonnhorst described crossing views of Pennsylvania troops marching with confidence. He noted a Tennesseean and another Southerner mistaking them for regulars, then asserted the Third brigade of Pennsylvania troops proved formidable. Senator Medard commented Pennsylvanians marched better than regulars.
In Harrisburg, March 6, a bill granting cities broad powers and reclassifying city tiers was left uncalled on second reading. The companion bill and other measures including land purchases for the Western Penitentiary were also not called up, aligning with House rules to avoid further consideration.
Adjutant General Hastings refutes an Associated Press report that Pennsylvania troops blocked Tenth Street in Washington and were dispersed only by bayonet. He says he did not see intoxicated guardsmen and lauds the unit’s behavior. He notes critics praised Pennsylvania troops for military appearance, urging dress uniforms to enhance parade performance.
The Senate on motion of Senator Cooper amended Captain Dravo's bill to apply the prohibition amendment election to the poll tax constitutional amendment. The goal is to submit both amendments to the people at the same time, aligning with the Governor's annual message. Senator Cooper relaxes his push to keep the prohibition question separate.
A Pittsburgh Telegraph report from Harrisburg notes Senate action with several measures introduced. Bills include allowing either spouse in property disputes to testify against the other and permitting divorce suits by the wife without trustee or next friend involvement. Additional provisions are outlined for the Poor and County Commissioners.
Announcement that Mr C A Ralph will open a new store on the old stand with a handsome and complete stock, signaling a business reopening and fresh inventory.
Thursday March 21 1889 buyers are invited to purchase a large array of goods at very low prices as the vendor clears stock. The notice urges patrons to come for substantial savings at the Wood Street location.
Fragmentary text indicates a note about judges of courts in districts and the investigation of coal mining waste. Mentions purposes to address criminal proceedings and trial of offenses possibly by the justice of the peace or alderman.
A staff correspondent reports that Harrisburg lawmakers received a circular urging prompt enactment of several measures. The items include House bills on dockage and store operations, a workmen compensation provision, factory inspection, mining and ventilation laws, and licensing reforms. The note also mentions election day becoming a legal holiday and other regulatory bills.
The Grain and Flour Exchange of Pittsburg protests the crossing bill in Harrisburg. Representative Graham carries resolutions from Allegheny Councils urging the Legislature to enact laws governing incorporation and regulation of natural gas companies aimed at the Philadelphia Company.
A patient describes severe digestive and respiratory troubles, misdiagnosed cancer fear, and eventual recovery after treatments from the Catarrh and Institute at 22 Ninth Street. The letter, signed James Critchlow, asserts cure from catarrh rheumatism bronchitis asthma and related weaknesses. Also advertised are medicinal wines and liquors for sale with price lists and mail order options.
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