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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1889

Page

6

Prince of Wales attends touring baseball game at Kennington Oval

The first English game of the touring baseball players drew 8,000 spectators despite rain. The Prince of Wales visited the main box, greeted players, and applauded their performances as Healy and Ward led Chicago and All-America in a spirited contest.

Loxpoxs Kennington Oval London Home Plate Oval Williamson Paris Ciace Ryan All Americas Hanson Baldwin Ward Brown Chicago Healy All-America Eleema

Retirement Finalizes Dominick McCaffrey Sale of New York Saloon

Dominick McCaffrey permanently retires from boxing and buys Harry Alden's Criterion saloon at No. 2 Union Square New York. He details an eight year career fighting giants like John L Sullivan and Charley Mitchell, claims a seven round draw under Marquis of Queensbury rules, and recounts a disputed attempted match with Jack Dempsey.

New York Dominick Criterion Saloon Union Square Harry Alden McCaffrey John L. Sullivan Charley Mitchell Bizero Reece Saya McCosburg Gus Lambert Stewart Hughes Dangerous Blacksmith Donald Bennie Scorch John P. Clow Mitchell Madison Square Garden Sullivan Moo Jack Dempsey Philadelphia

Gang threat ripple shocks city amid telegram warning

Jimny Galvin met the writer on Sixth Avenue and handed a telegram declaring the gang is coming tonight. The note mentions a 14 mile train and references policing actions as officials discuss security measures and public safety concerns.

Jimny Galvin Sixth Avenue Galvin Seevanien

Hearst Stable to Ship Western Runners to Louisville

San Francisco March 12 The Western contingent of Senator Hearst stable will leave for Louisville next month. The riders include Van Gordon and William Murray with head jockey Old Gallioonia tarotte. The Western stable features two Australians and nine two year olds among the entries.

San Frasccisco Cat Senator Hearst Tho Ronch Bretis Louisville van Gordon Rot Mr. George Ace William Murray Suses Almont Kentucky Hearst

President Smith Talks Players Hiring Without Salary

President Smith of the Wheeling ball club said in the city yesterday that seven other players had offered to join the team without pay to start a new era in baseball. He noted many clubs have signed men for the coming season.

Smith Ae Eae Ieee Cambridge

Tri-State League set to go this season

The Tri-State League appears certain to start the season with President Smith of Wheeling confirming teams ready. He notes Fort Wayne's strong schedule and ample talent, while multiple candidates vie for positions. the key issue remains Fort Wayne’s lineup and selection process.

Smith Wheeling Eton- Denville Fort Wayne

Wheeler's Bulletin: Rowe White and Hanson Signed With the Detroits

Wheeler Wikoff announces contracts for multiple players across teams including Baltimore Brooklyn St Louis Indianapolis Cleveland Washington and Detroit. The bulletin lists names such as Kilroy Smith Boyle Land Burdick Flanagan and Connell with details on signings and releases across leagues.

Hawiiion Green J. Eas Kearns RP Shaniacomas J. Worceste Hee R. B. Conway W. Sa Newark Miller H. Va LHS F. Johnson C. A Gelltean Field Mabermot Carne City J. Hoffa W. Riland Ikesbarre Brady de Ey H P. Gui J. A. Wale C. Brame Quincy M. J Tkin I. Am G. W. Henry F. Lao F. Spill C.J. Doglerie A. Ike

Sullivan and Barney Ames First Brought Together by Fight Ambition

A local sporting man recalls how John L Sullivan first expressed the wish to fight promoter Barney Ames after seeing him in Erie during the Goss versus Ryan era. Sullivan, then unhealthy and poor, was prompted to pursue a match, leading to a pivotal shift in his career as he later defeated Ryan and began his decline.

Barney Ames John L Sullivan Paddy Ryan Erie Ma Goss Ryan Joe Yo Sullivan Sullivan Barney Teroom Goss Serres John Br.bero American House Hogansburg

Billiard Contests Draw City Interest Over Big Stakes

Local billiard players stage a lively series with serious stakes. John Staley and Big John reportedly meet for 500 dollars a side, playing long into the night as onlookers wish for a public showcase of skill.

Kastiemyer Mn Kastilemyer John Staley Big John

Brutal Coast boxing bout ends with McCann hurt

In Seattle a nine round middleweight bout between Tom Cleary and James McCann ended with McCann favored 8 8 9. McCann absorbed a severe beating with one eye damaged and the other at risk of loss of sight, while Cleary was awarded the decision.

Chicago Seattle Wash. T Tom Cleary Pacific Coast James McCann Nanaimo B. C McCann McCann West

Fogarty Buoyed by Australia Bluff Refuted by Teammates

Ed Swartwood, Jimmy Galvin, and Al Pratt mock Fogarty's claim he and Wood will go to Australia. Swartwood bets Fogarty is a joker. Galvin notes Fogarty hasn't signed with Philadelphia yet and calls the bluff worth a few dollars.

Ed Swartwood Jimmy Galvin al Pratt Fogarty Wood Australia Swartwood Galvin Philadelphia

Deboe and Chee mer Lead Early at New Orleans Track

In cloudy but pleasant weather crowds filled the New Orleans stand as Deboe won the first half mile race with Moonlight second and Eclipse third. Chee mer captured the four and one half furlongs second race, Cora L. in reserve, Orange Girl third. Silleck won the fourth race in 1 45 with L. claiming second.

New Orleans Deboe Moonlight Eclipse, Jr Cheemer Cora L Orange Girl Macaule Silleck

Untitled Note Mentions Athletes and Events

A fragmented note references George Gwith the American sprint champion and a Pittsburg tennis tournament. It hints at Daly's potential fighting and a Pedestrian contest but contains unclear details and stray names from the office.

Cannon Batthis McAulifys Daly Tans George Gwith America Cleo Pittsburg

Jay Gould Speaks on Railroads and Finance

A telegram from St Louis reports Jay Gould railing at railroad laws and political pressure. He criticizes the Iowa legislature and broad policy, warns of weak finances, and says experts create a trade balance against the United States though he does not back the Presidents' plan.

St. Louis Jay Gould Iowa Missouri

Coal Miners Organizing Promises Unity for Virginia Monongabela

John Flannery reported miners met yesterday to unite workers under two associations. He noted seasoned members kept dues paid and predicted stronger leverage for Progresive Union and Labor, with possible benefits for Monongabela and surrounding Virginia min ers.

John Flannery Jenkins Nien Amcor Virginia

Knights Hold Regular Meeting and Molders Union Talk

The Knights L A 103 met last evening to transact routine business and discuss reports of potential defection to the Molders Union. A sales pitch followed announcing Glenmore suits at ten dollars and children’s school suits at two dollars, with claims of exceptional quality and value at P. C. C. C. store on Grant and Diamond streets opposite the new Court House.

L. A Knights Molders’ Union of Arene Ortanies Pron Jculous Rass D. A Cor. Grant and Diamond Streets New Court House

New Spring Goods At Jos Horne Co Penn Avenue Stores

A display of spring and summer wear items arrives with dress silks, dress goods, challces, flannels, hosiery, laces, embroideries, wash fabrics, suits, wraps, jackets. The store touts its largest and most complete collection yet, inviting customers to shop this week.

Jos, Horne & Co Penn Avenue

Bennett & Co Hatters Wood Street Advertisement

Kew things on wood arrest window display at Bennett & Co. hat store shows America aS mA French traveling and office hats. Special inducements this week. J G Bennett & Co rent Wood street and Fifth avenue. If you have an old picture to copy to any size photograph Pearson offers plain or pastel or crayon finishes in frames for less. Locations 96 Fifth avenue and 43 Federal street Allegheny.

Bennett & Co America J. G. Bennett & Co Rento Wood Street Fifth Avenue Pearson Federal Street Allegheny Piaberg Mifflin Mifflin Friendship Avenue Main Street Eas Penn Earem Penn Avenue Mifflin Street A. P. F RD Select Council Geo. L. Holliday Common Council Geo. Booth William McCallin Creinance

Chicago challenger falls in Territory prize fight

In Cevin Dalen's carry, March 12, Jerry Flower the Territory champion fought John Kendall of Chicago. Four rounds ended with Kendall unconscious and in a comatose condition. Flower was arrested.

Cevin D’ Alens Crry Spamo Jerry Flower John Kendall Chicago Kendall Flower

Modest Ohio Player Signs for One Dollar a Month

In a Tri State League season a player accepts a one dollar per month contract. The story highlights a contrast to big salaries and serves as a public curiosity about modest pay in baseball.

Ohio

New Department Opens Monday with Chantilly Drapery Line

A new department opens Monday the 7th featuring Chantilly and Spanish inspired fabrics, Russian drapery pets, and a special 48 inch striped and polka dot drapery nets line from MWFsu Hucos & Hace.

Chantilly Mwfsu Hucos & Hace

Local wrestling bout sets $100 stake in Steubenville

Jess Clarke of this city and John Martlew of Wellsville are matched to wrestle for $100 a side on Saturday night at Vowel's Hall in Steubenville. A forfeit of a sum is posted and the balance will be settled Saturday. Several local boxers will appear at the event.

Jess Clarke John Martlew Wellsville Vowel’s

Why Do People Have SOZODONT and Similar Goods

Advertisements praise dental powders and dentifrices for babies and adults, touting preservation of teeth and strengthening permanent teeth. The hoard includes various wares from textile flouncings to sanitary underwear, with multiple store names and brands listed as agents.

Browns Pitcher Harry Lyons Granted Unconditional Release

Philadelphia March 12 Harry Lyons former St. Louis Browns pitcher received his unconditional release from President Von der Abe. Lyons has not yet accepted any engagement for the coming season and has pursued a contract through the winter.

Philadelphia Harry Lyons St. Louis Browns von der Abe

Cooper Resigns From Braddock Baseball Club

Braddock baseball club manager S M Cooper resigns amid odd phrasing and a note that Tommy Quine will join the Baltimore club, leaving Braddock without clear succession or reason.

Cooper Brappocr S. M. Cooper Braddock Baseball Club Steel Tommy Quine Baltimore

Boxing is Roaming There in Dublin Letter Story

William Nolan receives a letter from his Dublin brother describing boxing as a craze in the Irish capital with many nightly contests. The note notes Sullivan’s prominence and hints at impulse to see go as you please racing in Dublin.

William Nolan Dublin Sullivan

The Croydon Meeting Opens With International Notdler Debut

March 12 marks the first day for Croydon and international Notdler events. The race for international status drew attention as Janome Sporting Notes and others showcased form. An offer of money influenced Muldoon and others involved in the scene.

Loxpor Croydon Wawa Syear Janome Muldoon

Pitcairn's and Arkus Cooffer Neckwear and Menswear

For a good shaping dress suit or overcoat go to Pitcairn's 454 Wood sheet where Fisk Cranz and Funca offer a full line of neckwear. James H. Arkus & Co. at 100 Fifth Ave advertise a complete range of styles.

Peg Nec H. Atkex & Co Fifth Ave Drew Solita Pitcairn’s Wau Fisk, Cranz & Funca James H. Arkus & Co

India Silks Fashion Note Mentions Aun Ryt Styles

A brief from India Silks highlights new fashion lines and latest styles, featuring MWrsu Sen Hacen. The note underscores evolving attire and retail focus in the region.

India

Porter Plans to Use Privateers to Strike Germany

The article reports Admiral Porter promoting a war plan to cripple German commerce with privateers and swift naval action. It outlines readiness of the Charleston by April and discusses Samoa, U S naval strategy, and the need to prepare for conflict, including economic defenses and potential blockade effects.

Washington San Francisco Charleston Admiral Porter Germany Bismarck America Samoa Navy Department Great Britain Mexico Union Pri

Central Board of Education meeting reports 1889 finances and plans

The Central Board of Education met last night with Secretary Reisfar presenting the year ending January 31 1889 receipts totaling 382.16 including 1500 for non resident pupil tuition and 345 1621 for salaries to car senders and teachers. February expenditures were 25781 60. The date for commencement was fixed for June 27. Debate over Normal School location and building connections to the High School drew opposition. Dr S N Benham was elected Chairman of the High School Committee.

Central Board of Education Reisfar Brauffer Eee Miller Street Buckley Diehl 8. N. Benham

Passenger Agents Meet for Annual Convention in New York

Division Passenger Agent E. D. Smith of the Baltimore and Ohio received an invitation to attend the annual gathering of general passenger and ticket agents at the Brunswick Hotel New York next Tuesday. About a hundred agents will attend with key business on a new method of accounts for tickets from other roads. James L. Taylor of the Richmond and Danville in Washington is President and A. J. Smyth of the Lake Shore in Cleveland is Secretary. The meeting may end with an excursion to a nearby point of interest on a road serving New York.

E. D. Smith Baltimore and Ohio Road Brunswick Hotel New York Pryeran Jaames L. Taylor Richbmoni and Danville Road Washington A. J. Smyth Pagsen Lake Shore Cleveland

Columbus Club Elects Officers At Meeting

The Columbus Club on Smith field street elected officers last night including President Jeremiah Dunsvy First Vice President G G Dizon Second Vice President Lvi Sack Third Vice President A D Watterson Treasurer James Phelin Recording Secretary P J McNalty Corresponding Secretary BY McWatdy Manager MOM Sheedy J A Hosveler George A Kim M Call t 4 Fitzpatrick Ward Magee A Heeb The treasurer reported strong finances and a committee was appointed to consider buying a lot and constructing a new clubhouse.

Columbus Club Smith Field Street Jeremiah Dunsvy Poent G. G. Dizon L.visack A. ¥. D. Watterson Eeq James Phelin Secre P.J. McNalty BY. McWtrady Mansgore Mom. Sheedy J. A. Hosveler George A. Kim Fitspatrick Ward Magee A. Eeb

Clever scheme leaves McKeesport farmer out $22

Chris Liebrum of near McKeesport fell for a confidence game at the Allegheny depot. A man posing as a fellow traveler and an accomplice lured him to ship freight, asked for a loan with a promised repayment, and vanished after Liebrum handed over a $100 bill. Liebrum alerted police and named the suspects. Authorities pursue the pair in Allegheny.

McKeesport Tero Allegheny Chris Liebrum Harmony Butler County Liebrum Raven Strsamas McKert Adams Express Company Scott Express Mr. Liebrum Eee

Weather Forecast Fragment Reports Temperature and River Drop

Fragmentary weather note records maximum temperatures and a river level drop of 6.5 feet over the last hours. The garbled text references a forecast and a hydrological measurement without clear location or date.

River Telegrams Report River Levels and Weather

Brownsville river at 5 feet 6 inches with clear weather and 47 degree thermometer. Warren river at 2 1 10 feet and falling with clear pleasant conditions. MorGast Town river at 5 feet and stationary with clear weather and 5% at 4P.

Brownsville Warren—River MorGast

Special Allegheny Select Council Meeting Sparks Budget Action

A special meeting of Allegheny Select Council discussed the appropriation ordinance and key measures. The upcoming regular meeting aims to clear year end business before April 1, with some members absent and a slim quorum.

Allegheny Select Council Iheee Frese Elec

Railways on Paper and Carnegie Canard Sparks Pittsburgh Rail Plan

A long rumor claims Andrew Carnegie and New York capitalists bought the Ohio Valley railway stock to forge a through Pittsburg and Cleveland line via connections with several lines. Critics say the tale is fabrications, while others note possible chartiers and Youghiogheny extensions linking Braddock and Braddock Steel Works, with potential benefits to Chartier coal.

Andrew Carnegie New York Ohio Valley Railway Amney Vp. C.&y Pittsburg Cleveland John G. MacConnell Pittsburg, Chartiers Yourhiegheny Carnegis Carnegie Eee Pennsylvania Railroad Valley Railway Chartiers and Yfoghiogheny Braddock Braddock Steel Works Port Perry Sewickley Creek Coke Fields South Penn Pittsbeers Vioghiogheny Chartier

Multiple Common Pleas Dockets Include Numerous Civil Cases

The record lists several Common Pleas No. 1 and No. 2 dockets with numerous plaintiffs defendants and attorneys. Names include Reidenbach Graitz McElwaline Hughes Adams Bolter Hazen Galeb Baumer Warren and others with additional filings by Frommer Ney Pius B Provost Fisher Dickson Mellor Craig and more.

Common Pleas No. 1 Reidenbach Graitz Et al Hays McElwaline Hughes Adams Bolter Hazen Galeb Baumer Hudson Et al Howard Warren Ve Ulrich Snyder Manufacturing Ees Va Straub & Co Tee Frommer Ney Pius B L. Association Provost Ee Fisher Dickson Mellor Et al Craig E Common Pleas No Porte Dinsmore Bricker & Co Haney Atlas Browse Boas Cain Shoenberger Gilmore Va Gifnceengey Court Commonwealth E. O' Conra Fred Hood Charles Graham Charles Nicklas Moses Daniels Anthony Bexert John Kan John Brent Xander FR Illiam Rence Wade Frank William Charles Cole James Conners Williams Baten Johntson Walter Bossel

The Yeomen of the Guard Opens Opera Season

Emma Abbott's company opens next Monday night with Gilbert and Sullivan's The Yeomen of the Guard. The program includes a Saturday matinee and a Tuesday matinee with Rose of Sharon and Chimes of Normandy.

Emma Abbott Gilbert & Sullivan Dmuvre Yeomen of the Guard

Local Mall Mission Report From Pittsburgh Auxiliary Meeting

At the first annual meeting of the reorganized auxiliary of the American McAll Association in Pittsburgh, the secretary Alan Oudry reported growing activity and ten city churches represented. Treasurer Mrs. Henry Laughlin said receipts exceeded expenditures by 78. Rev. George T. Purves urged Americans to support Christian mission work in France. A letter from Mrs. C Bene proposed a Pittburgh preaching station, with annual funding pledged by managers.

Reorganized Auxiliary of the American McAll Association Pittsburg Allegheny M. C. A. Nadeiay Alan Oudry Henry Laughlin George T. Purves France C. Bene Pittabure

Train Dispatchers Meet in Indianapolis for Second Convention

Panhandle and Lake Erie train dispatchers announce the second annual Train Dispatchers' Association convention to be held in Indianapolis on June 12. The gathering will discuss organizing and expanding membership, with addresses by Bee Aeea and A. A. Dattorto and sessions on communication, train movement, and a bureau of information.

Panhandle Lake Erie Indianapolis A. A. Dattorto Patchers' Association of America Apety Rept LE Dowd E. H. Stevens H. O. Pond Establishment Bureau of Information

Man Killed in Pittsburg and Lake Erie Yard Accident

John Mallelly, a grassblower, was struck by a shifter in the Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad yards at Chartiers last evening. His left leg was ground to pieces and his right leg fractured above the knee. He died an hour after reaching the Homeopathic Hospital. He lived with his widowed mother at 75 Street and was about years old and single. He had left friends on Fifth Avenue at 1 PM saying he was going to Youngstown.

John Mallelly Pittsburg Lake Erie Chartiers Homeopathic Hospital Fifth Avenue Youngstown

Curicuna Remedies Cited For Skin Disease Cures

Letters praise Curicuna Remedies for treating eczema and scalp conditions in children. Reported cures include a five year old with smooth skin after using Cure. Resolv ent and Curicuna Soap, plus extensive testimonials from American House Hogansburg Milo North Andover and New York residents.

N. Brown North Sixteenth St Omaha Neb

Cuticura Remedies Promise Infallible Skin Cure

For cleansing and beautifying the skin, scalp, and hair of children, the Uvri CURA REMEDIES are claimed infallible. Cuticura Soap is praised as a skin beautifier and essential in treating skin diseases. Cuticura Resolvent is described as a new blood purifier cleansing the blood.

George Hobbs P. M Collins, Tex Porrsr Cave Boston

Boy Kicked In Head After Firecracker Fight

Sixteen year old Harry Kohler of Mulberry alley near Sixteenth street was kicked in the head during a pursuit on Thirteenth street over a firecracker. He suffered probable fatal injuries as the skull fractured. He was taken home and Johnne and Lavie Costes were arrested.

Harry Kohler Mulberry Alley Sixteenth Street Thirteenth Street Joiine Lavi Costes

Death notices for John Mallelly and Christian Robatsat

Funeral notices published for John Mallelly born 1589 and Christian Robatsat son of Isabella Christian aged duone. Services listed from their late residences with times and addresses to be announced.

Mallelly John Mallelly Sisae Eet Christian Guoaen Rabsat Isabella Christian Duone

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