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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1891

Page

9

Tenny the Winner in a Thrilling Brooklyn Handicap Finish

At Gravesend on May 15 the Brooklyn Jockey Club opened the race season with a star-filled program led by the Brooklyn Handicap where Tenny edged Tea Tray by a short head amid a 30 000-strong crowd. Prince Royal and Kingston competed in the major events as bettors swarmed the rings and jockeys battled a drying track for the richest handicap ever run.

Prince Royal Brooklyn Kingston Tenny Burlington Tea Tray Senorita Faith Castaway Wight Brooklyn Jockey Club Sycarolis Haath Temimes Willer Riley Taylor Judge Morrow G. Covington Demath McLanchlin Lynee Garrison Tes Tray Pk Tito Castaway IL Tam Otayward Loantekn Ue Bergen Banquet Geene Eon Lakely Santiago M. Forgen Consin Fitescral Stright Pliner Rossel Littlefield Uncle Bob Flynn Saanterer Martin L (Stevenson Carroll A. Covington Staight Kings C. Fi T Traight Nellie Bly Weber Tag Wilaveli Zeon Paige Strugele Riert Soncenans Soence Russell King Tenny Compacteed Swaymck Mr Morrow Pikey Barnes Betty the Great Renee Beomes Lepore Barnes Tommy Janior Champion

Western University Athletes Stage Successful Field Day

The Western University athletes held a well attended preliminary field day yesterday with winners in sprints, hurdles, jumps, throwing and distance events. Notable victors included W. C. Gill and J. P. Murray in sprints, John McGrew in multiple races, D. D. DuBarry and J. B. Price achieving top marks in hurdles and jumps, and E. E. Kehoe leading the one mile event.

Western University W. C. Gill J. P. Murray John McGrew Joseph Griggs Er D. Scott W. P. McCaffrey DuBarry J. McGrew Sapp A. R. Hamilton W. Parth Cauvey Fis D. DuBarry J. B. Price E. E. Kehoe JcGrew D. D. DuBarry H. S. Calvert

McHugh in Training for Dixon Title Fight

Frank McHugh Cincinnati feather weight champion is training at Sabina Ohio for a fight with George Dixon. The purse is reported as six thousand dollars. McHugh is tightening to 113 pounds and believes he will knockout Dixon. Local telegram reports add a confident tone about the bout setup.

Cincinnati George Dixon Wasnur Notos C McHugh

Local Races At Lovisville Result In Mixed Outcomes

May 15 Lovisville reports race results with several finishes listed. Royal Garter won the first race ahead of Odrey. Bracelet took the pole in the two furlongs, Strathmaid second. Proctor Knorst won the one mile, Marion C placed second, and Bob Zz led the four and a half furlongs with Nina Archer second. Time 1:39.

Kingston Charlie Pott Kingsbridge Hamilton Bridge Charlie Post Longstreet Leighton Shadous Kittie T Eton Mudstone Tengahe Me Hiin Coxswain St Hubert Detroit McCormick Gsric Equator Lieben Guits Stiper Ng c Annie Queen Guipal Hellgate Lovisville Royal Garter Guv Wheeler Odrey Tve Furlonge Strathmaid Proctor Knorst Marion C Bob Zz Nina Archer

Rain Stops Belmont Park Trotting Races

The trotting races at Belmont Park were postponed today due to rain and will resume tomorrow morning. Fat men and women will find consolation in Celia Logan's letter on surplus adipose in The Dispatch tomorrow.

Paitape Louta Belmont Park Celia Logan Dispatch

Transfers Not Recorded Prompting Public Concern

The article cites widespread missing real estate transfer records in the County Commissioners' office causing tax and lien issues for property owners. It condemns clerical negligence while noting public figures and local business promotions. Rev. C. L Brane from Washington discusses church extension work and potential political support for Blaine. local sales advertise clothing items at Jos, Horse & Co.'s Penn Avenue Stores.

County Commissioners’ Office Aes Petty C. L Brane Washington Union Station United Brothers Brane Blaine Cleveland

Special Saturday Sale at Jos. Horse and Co

A Saturday sale advertises ladies gloves including kid and fabric styles from Jos. Horse & Co. with emphasis on accessories for women.

Wrights Hoodoos Open Season as Phillies Edge Pirates

Philadelphia defeats Pittsburgh 6 to 4 in a rough opener. Harry Wright faces old rivalries as Jake Beckley boots two errors and Mark Baldwin shines on the mound with six hits allowed and four walks. Thornton, a Milwaukee import, stirs the visitors, while Delehanty and Gray spark the rally for Philadelphia.

Jake Beckley Jake Jonahs Harry Wricht Pittsburg Harry Philadelphia Gang Horizon Thornton Antenias Mr. Thornton Milwaukee Thornton Fred Carroll Fred Mark Baldwin Mark Phillies Quaker City Baldwin Reilly

Old Fashioned Slugfest Delights Chicago Ball Game

Chicago saw an old fashioned slugging contest with early action a home run by Ryan on the first pitch. Hutchinson replaced Gumbert after seven innings as Lovett settled in behind the mound and Duhlen and Terry contributed strong hitting.

Chicaco Ryan Hutchinson Gumbert Lovett Duhlen Terry

Gore. ardaon t Connor, 3. ret base on balisfy Seward

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Gore and Connor with baseball actions and bases on balls. Other names include Seward and McEwan, Jol Jonneen, Hmaner whistler, and players like Cleveland. Timing and full context are unclear due to garbled text.

T Gore Ardaon T Connor Balis Seward E Ruste McEwan Dole Jol Jonneen Hmaner Whistler Cleveland Caleer Leer MeKén Julldas Virtue O'Rourke Glassock Paine

Boston Beats Cincinnati On Two Errors And Walks

A May 15 game sees Boston win after Cincinnati’s sole error and a base on balls decide the outcome. Highlights include Mullane pitching and Nichols tallying, with Holliday Marr and Latham among players contributing runs batted in. Stolen bases by Latham and Holliday noted. two hours, umpire Powers.

Cincinnati Boston McPhee Latham Marr Boiliday Licess Smith Igton Mullane Nichols Powers

League Standings Fragment

Fragmentary standings show teams and records with incomplete data for cities including Brooklyn Boston Philadelphia New York Pittsburg Cincinnati and others. The snippet hints at win loss percentages and totals but lacks a coherent final table or dates.

Cleveland New York Boston Chicago Brooklyn L. F.C. Nee F.C Philadephia Pittsburg Cincinnati

Young Americans toMeet Franks town team in Branpool

Branpool May 15 The Young Americans travel to face Franks town in a key matchup tomorrow. Shelby and Truce will form the battery for the home side after they beat Franks town last Saturday.

Branpool Frankstown Shelby Truce Frankstowns

County League Opens With East End and Climax

East End Gymnastic and Climax clubs meet at East End grounds for the first County League championship, start promptly at 4 o clock with umpire strict on six men. Bridgeville opens with Mansfield, McKeesport postponed. Tarentum to replace Acme on today’s schedule. Next meeting May 19 at Mr Pratt's store to admit Tarentum and amend by laws. East End lines up Barr Hemphill Thompson and Hightield in key positions.

East End Old Liberty Park Wells Bridgeville Felub Mansfield McKeesport Acme Tarentum Actmi Kennedy Toreyson Mctkeesport County League Elit Hemphill Thompson Hightield

Local Baseball Notes and Amateur Club Reports

A chaotic summary notes various teams and players with scattered league mentions. References to Baldwin Rath Cincinnati Arons Stern ex-magnate, Acme and Western Association race leaders Papese owners, McKeesports game, and Washington Pa connections. Notes include amateur team Dennis Brady and Jack McLain figures amid inconsistent, fragmentary sports chatter.

Baldwin Boston Washteens Acme McKeesports Panis Kansas Citys Papese Cincinnati Club American Association la Especie Tes Aaron Stern Mem T Ee Street Stars Acer Adiress Websaees Denmons L. B Washington Eves Peatober Wiliam & Base Utler Jack McLain Tom Aperas Daiies Percer Brie Rds Base Sullivan Char Charles Black Charles Fourth Avenue Pricuex Cnaxe Cincinnati Association Club Harry Vaughan Thare Jim

Armored plates and steak echo naval armor debate

A Chester Evening News item jokes that nickel armor on warships may be eclipsed by a boarding-house steak plate that resists impressions, urging the Navy Department to note the comparison as a humorous aside about defense technology.

Chester Evening News Navy Department

Australia to form Commonwealth with Governor General

Reports from San Francisco detail the Australian Federation Convention drafting a constitution to create the Commonwealth of Australia. It outlines a Senate and House of Representatives, a Governor General with at least £10,000 pay, a yearly Parliament session, a 30 000 person representation ratio, and a uniform tariff plan. The Governor General’s powers include assent to laws and reserving bills, with imperial disallowance possible within two years. Revenue goes to federal expenses before surplus divided by Parliament.

San Francisco Alameda England Commonwealth of Australia Senate House of Representatives House of Resentatives House of Eee Sepenvel Commonwealth Federal Executive Council Supreme Court

Humor Letters by Nye Quinn and Field for The Dispatch

Bill Nye Dan Quinn and Howard Fielding each submit a humorous letter for The Dispatch tomorrow. The paper promises broad coverage and a light note in its final edition.

Bill Nye Dan Quinn Howard Fielding Dispatch

Women Reporters in London A Critical View

A satirical critique of English women reporters in London describes them as scarce and often viewed with disdain. It portrays female reporters as underpaid, relegated to dress notes and tattle, yet capable of sharp observation and potential influence if American style journalism takes hold.

London England SF Cantor S League Wom Don Cerberus Guardian

Novelty in Sandwiches From London Luncheon Ideas

A London luncheon piece extols varied sandwiches as ideal breakfast fare. It details a two color bread recipe with a green watercress and egg yolk paste, mixed with bread crumbs and seasoning, to create a decorative brown and white bread creation garnished with lemon slices.

London

How the Loon Escapes From Hunters

A nature note explains the loon’s superb underwater escape abilities and quick dives to avoid guns. It describes how shooters trap the bird on narrow waters and the bird’s tactic of diving rather than fleeing by flight to survive.

How to Wash Lace in a Simple Home Method

A column describes a careful lace washing method using water, soap, and ammonia. It advises soaking lightly, not immersing the lace, and drying wrapped around a bottle in indirect light to avoid sun damage, claiming quality lace is worth the effort.

Comparative Temperature in Pittsburg May 15

United States Signal Service officer in Pittsburg lists the day’s weather data including temperatures and atmospheric conditions for the city.

Pittsburg United States Signal Service

River Telegrams Special Telegrams To The Dispatch

River gauges show varying levels with several towns reporting stationary or falling water. Conditions are generally clear and mild with no major weather disruptions noted.

Brownsville MorGantown CincinNarr

Circus Prodigy Claims People Pay for Odd Sights

A celebrated circus man quips that thousands would pay to see a hitching post or a house side if the price is right, illustrating crowd fascination with even odd curiosities and spectacle.

The Art of Smiling and Eye Expression

A New York Times piece extols smiling with the eye while the mouth remains at rest. It warns against hollow lip movements and urges a calm, pleasant gaze with minimal facial action.

New York Times

Ivory Embroidery Work Emerges As Ivory Style

The latest embroidery craze called ivory work mirrors canvas work. The design stays pure white with colored outlines, as seen on a white gee silk fire screen showing drum lilies and palm shaped leaves. Fine stitches are required to achieve the ivory effect.

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Moving On Saturday

Two neighbors in New York discuss a weekend misunderstanding when they hear noises and assume mischief. They humorously promise not to suspect each other of disrespecting the Sabbath as they identify sounds from carpet tacking and a baby’s play.

Mr. Caldwell Caldwell Monnor New York World Cee

Fencing Ordinance Voiced by Brookville Burgess Council

In Brookville on May 15 the Burgess and Council passed a fencing ordinance by a 4 to 1 vote requiring all property owners to fence lands. Officials say the measure aims to prevent trespass damages and allow pasture access on public streets with limited liability for property owners.

Burgess and Council Brookville

Railway officials inspect Walls terminals after noon

General Manager Pugh and officials including Frank Sheppard, Piteairn, Prevost, Ely, and Trump of the Pennsylvania road toured the Walls terminals yesterday afternoon. Mr. Pugh returned to Philadelphia last evening.

Pugh Frank Sheppard Piteairn Messrs Prevost Ely and Trump Pennsylvania Road Walls Philadelphia

Latest Nickel-in-the-Slot Idea Promises New Machine

A new nickel-in-the-slot concept features a machine that guides users with button tones and column prompts. The device allegedly tells a person’s age and answers with a printed result after the sequence is completed.

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