Review of baseball and boxing pages from the era
A long column discusses the 1891 baseball season outlook for Pittsburgh and Cincinnati, Baldwin’s legal case, and financial hopes for the club. It also covers Jem Smith and Ted Pritchard’s English championship bid, with arguments on Pritchard’s chances versus Smith and notes on Hall and Fitzsimmons as blusterers.
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Jem Smith
Ted Pritchard
Smith
Pritchard
United States
Kilrain
Burke
Bourke
F Burke
Solome
Rogland
Tom Simonds
Saxarding
Ritchard
England
Prize Ring Gossip and Prospects in Lennox Era Boxing
Contained within is a blunt look at challenging bouts and the politics of promoters and fighters. Hall and Smith clash over middle weight rules while McAuliffe, Daly and Farrell shape the lightweight scene with possible matches and forfeits. A note ends on drugging risks and betting dangers in sport.
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Hall
Fitzsimmons
Firesimmons
Barr Bay
Aci
Ed Smith
Smith
Queensberry
Billy Hawkins
Ea Smith
Hawkins
Austin Gibbons
Jack McAuliffa
Gibbons
Henry Sampson
Pendragon
Hts
Thane
Proigle
Petroleum tricycle promises forty mile range per gallon
The Scientific American describes a petroleum motor tricycle capable of 40 miles per gallon of oil at speeds between 3 and 10 miles per hour. It uses a four stroke cycle with oval steel tubing framing, 32 inch wheels, and a 280 pound motor assembly with electric ignition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scientific American
A Light Restorer Invents Eye Cup for Dry Cupping
An English patent introduces an eye dry cupping device using hollow cups and a mouthpiece to create suction. The apparatus aims to adjust the cornea’s convexity, potentially aiding myopia and hyperopia through suction and tube valves, with one or two cups for one eye at a time.
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New York
England
Experien
Portable Foldable Bath Tub Enables On the Go Turkish Baths
The article discusses a flexible rollable bath tub for Turkish or vapor baths. It folds into a small package, uses an alcohol lamp for dry heat or a steamer for steam, and features a top flap and neck collar to contain heat while allowing movement. A waterproof edge catches shower water after use.
Nickel chair invention promises theater seating payoffs
The article describes a coin controlled chair with a revolving seat and back. When activated, the underseat cushion flips up to form a cushioned back and an inviting incline, letting gallery patrons upgrade to greater comfort for an extra sixpence.
Foggy Belting Demonstrated At Owens College
Prof Reynolds demonstrated how fog affects new belting during a four hour test at Owens College. The belt started bright but became black and dirty after exposure at four thousand feet per hour, likened to the dirt of an express train as rapid movement increases contact with polluted air.
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Prof. Reynolds
Owens College
Inventive posy-holder aids queenly carriage visits
A Hogland patented device used by ladies attending the queen’s drawing rooms fastens to the carriage door panel and slips into a wood socket. Its tilted design shields flowers from heat and pressure, keeping blooms fresher and easing the burden of holding bouquets in tightly gloved hands.
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Hogland
England Patented Machine for Faster Cow Milking
A patent is claimed in England for a device that milks cows more quickly and easily than the traditional methods. The invention promises improved efficiency in dairy work and may transform farm routines by reducing labor burden and time required per milking.
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England
Cows Tolerate Milking Method Using General Tube
A description notes multiple cups attached to a general conducting tube that directs milk into a large vessel where suction is created. It is claimed cows tolerate the process well and four or five cows can be milked in minutes without reducing milk quantity.
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Miller
Pittsburg
Lesythislam
New York
Pitteberz
Pittsbige
Teaders
Australis
Victoria
E. H. House
Harper's
Proper Breathing Techniques Across Systems of Exercise
The article stresses slow deep breathing as essential in modern physical culture. Six breaths per minute is a safe average, with debates over abdominal versus chest breathing. It recommends nasal inhalation, holding briefly, then forceful exhalation, and gradual progression to breath-holding. It also describes a deep breath with arm swings and warns against excessive practice.
Methods to prevent rust and a space saving combined chair desk
Professor Smithells outlines rust prevention through cleaning, paints, oils, tarry coatings, enameling, and the Bower Barff process while noting soda in boilers absorbs carbonic acid. A Australasian note reports kangaroos shrinking sheep farms profits. A combined chair and desk design folds into a compact workspace with an ink well, trays, drawers, and adjustable angles.
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Smithells
Leeds
England
Fire Alarm by Revolver Becomes Colorado Local Habit
A Colorado town adopts a novel fire alarm using a revolver worn as daily attire. A quick salvo signals a blaze, spreading news rapidly. The crude method sometimes causes confusion whether a fire or a fight is underway, leaving townspeople disappointed regardless of the outcome.
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Colorado
New Plant Butter Substitute Sold in Germany and Holland
A wholesome butter substitute is produced in Germany and Holland. It is a fatty, butter-like product with no animal fat and made from vegetal oils such as cocoanut and other plant oils. It requires salt in use and sells for 16 cents per pound.
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Germany
Holland
Builders of Cable Railways Urged to Use Steel in Power Houses
A technical journal argues against brick walls for cable railway power houses, insisting steel is the only material that would ensure cheap, economical, and indestructible shelters. The piece questions why builders continue with brick when steel offers superior durability.
Something New Under the 80 Arcade Debuts Pop Corn Fritters
A Cincinnati firm in the Arcade claims a novelty with hot pop corn fritters as their specialty. The item is touted as absolutely new, ahead of other claimed advances in telegraph phones and electric lights.
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Cesar
Cicero
Shakespeare
Babylon
Stockton and Wheeler in the waning days of the Confederacy
Correspondent recalls Frank R Stockton touring Washington and dictating his novels as General Joe Wheeler reflects on the last days with Jefferson Davis. The piece recounts Wheeler on the run, Hampton’s boast, and the postwar journey from Yorkville to Fort Delaware and beyond.
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Frank R. Stockton
Washington
New Jersey
Joe Wheeler
Jefferson Davia
Confederacy
General Wheeler
South
Jefferson Davis
Georgia
Charlotte
N.C
Richmond
Wade Hampton
John ©. Breckenridge
Reagan
Mr. Davis
Cokesborough
N. C
Hampton
Yorkville
Augusta
Alexander H. Stephens
Clement C. Clay
Joan H. Reagan
Savannah
Fort Delaware
Frank G. Carpenter
Windthorst’s Final Speech Among Dying Orators
The passage recalls famed deathbed scenes including Malherbe Cano and Rameau, yet Windthorst’s last speech stands out. The German statesman, once a premier orator, miraculously regained strength to deliver one of history’s most eloquent parting addresses.
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Malherbe
Alonzo Cano
Rameau
Monsieur le Cure
Windthorst
Boston Tea Demands Echo Public Sound in Trade Report
A trade report notes Boston's strong tea demand reflecting changing times as New York recorders report public sentiment. The piece remarks on a historic moment when Boston sought tea amid evolving preferences and city discourse.
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New York Recorders
Boston
Rich and Elegant Flouncings for Summer Dresses
Rich and Handsome fast color black embroidered flouncings praised for summer dresses with prices from 49c to 299 a yard. Includes rich black with gold tinsel and elegant black patterns plus a vast white Swiss flouncing collection 45 in wide offered at 39c to 99c per card.
Attractive Glove Specials This Week at Beynon
A vivid sale notice highlights ladies suede 4 button gloves at 69c per pair and 4 button kid gloves at 99c. Also featured are 8 button Mosq uesaire gloves priced at 99c a pair, with shades and lengths noted as appealing bargains.
Endless Variety at Danziger's Cloak Parlors
The ad promotes a vast selection of ladies and children's garments with prices from 24c to $449. It touts the largest stock in two cities including reefers from $299 and fashion novelties such as society emblem charms and pins. Visitors are urged to browse the department, promising courtesy and repeat visits to Danziger's.
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New York
Danziger’s
Danziger
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