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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1889
Page
6
Brooklyn race card lists multiple events with odd spellings and names. Flyaway is declared the winner of the Valuable 2 Year Old Stake amid a crowded field. other races include Maacauley and Trust as notable entrants.
Crecixsatt May 21 racing at Latovis fair. Barnes wins three straight mounts, places second in race four and third in race five. Flyaway wins Eclipse Stakes. Prince Fortunatus loses by a head to Trust in the lower turn. Entries listed for La tonia races tomorrow with weights and odds.
At Gravesend on May 21 the track was fetlock deep in mud but fair weather. Bessie June won the opening five-eighths mile race with Reveller second and Brittanic third, while Joe Loyl and Paradox led the longer events with Swift and Now or Never second. several horses and weights are listed for the Gravesend entries.
Plague charged eight residents living in Chartiers with violations of fish and gate laws. A hearing before Alteswis D. BR. Ostian of the Sixth ward occurred last evening. Each was fined ten dollars plus costs, with some paying the fines and others sent to the workhouse.
Arrangements are nearly complete for the Decoration Day regatta initiated by veterans Jimmy Taylor and Hen Coulter. The program lists notable entries in the free-for-all trot and other events, with contingents from Dartos and the Driving Club among the participants.
Semglis won the May event at Newmarket for Duke of Portland as 211-At the spring meeting concluded. The outcome highlighted Semglis as the leading horse in the court’s entry.
New York May 30 The chess match between Weiss and Mason sparked intense interest as part of the international tournament begun eight weeks ago. A victory by Weiss would earn him a top prize while the overall awards hinge on final scores, possible playoffs after tied results, and a series of decisive games to crown champions.
Fifteen homing pigeons sent from Pittsburg to Newark were released at 7:30 A M from McNamara's machine shop roof. The favorable northwest wind aided a smooth ascent with no circling. Birds reportedly arrived on the Southside in excellent time, though one bird was sick. A crowd witnessed the event.
A letter from Jake Kilrain to his backer from Loxicow dated May 12 mentions his progress toward 15 pounds of fighting weight and discusses the upcoming Police Gazette champion belt bout with Joan L. Kilrain notes doubts about winning, appeals to fairness among Southern New Orleans fans, and plans to sail to Baltimore to meet sponsors and advance the stake.
Summer trade items are displayed to keep homes cool with chairs rockers and settees featured. Bargains cover jackets cloaks fake caresscoons combination dresses and patterns with clearance pricing across several shops and brands.
Miss Katia Patten a 23 year old Boston resident suffered four days of diphtheria and was pronounced dead twice by doctors. She revived each time, speaking and eating, and later again appeared to die before recovering once more, prompting medical debate over suspended animation and burial fears.
A 15 year old lad in Beaver Falls wrote to Rev. G J Schweinfurth of Rockford Ill seeking Biblical proof of his claim to be the son of God and occurring advent. Schweinfurth replies from Rockford May 17 stating only God the Father can reveal the anointed one and urging the boy to study scripture for light and strength.
The governor declines clemency for Thomas P. Alexander White sentenced to hang for murdering his wife in Pickens county. White, old and in poor health, faces execution on the piles similar to two recent pardoned enslaved individuals. Public note from May 2 and May 21 dispatches.
A large crowd over 4000 filled the Exposition grounds for a concert hosted by manager Locke. Ushers under C. V. Seanor organized the seating as the audience enjoyed Anton Seidl and the choir amid occasional river whistles. Police kept the flow smooth as Miss Judh and other soloists performed while critics praised the performers and the overall success of the first night.
The first united performance by singers and players faced early difficulties but improved as performers adjusted to each other and the venue. Wagner’s March from the Centennial Exhibition was loud and clear, while the polyphonic section showed some unsteadiness amid a large orchestra.
A concert tonight features Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream overture inspired by Shakespeare. The program includes selections from Saint Saens Henry VII, Mozart Don Giovanni, Liszt Second Polonaise, and Weber overtures with Terese Herbert Foerster and others performing.
The program featured Emma Juch in Queen of Sheba recitative and aria with strong ovation, Adele Aus der Ohe in Liszt concerto and Meistersinger selections, Max Bendix as concertmaster, Emil Fischer bass, and a 450-voice choir. Despite uneven attack in Despairing Rage, Awake the Harp, and some intonation faults, the evening closed with Heavens are Telling as a climax.
Columbus May 21 The Democratic State Central Committee fixed the state Convention for Dayton August 27. The meeting announced the venue and date for party deliberations and platform decisions.
The Hebrew Ministers' Association of America finished its semi annual conference at YMHA New York with Dr Gottheil re elected president and the resignation of Rev H Kobler accepted. They adopted a resolution opposing national Sunday law and called a committee to study impacts on Hebrew workers and consider memorializing Congress for civil rights.
Citizens gather at the Fifteenth ward schoolhouse to accept Major McKee's spring gift and fund a public fountain at Twenty-ninth and Butler. They plan to source water from the arsenal reservoir, extend to the Seventeenth ward, and require a sewer on surplus water with costs around 75 dollars, forming a water organization to raise funds.
Westinghouse Building on Penn Avenue and Ninth Street completes repairs. Iron pillars set, cracks sealed. Treasurer John Caldwell to move back into his office today. Offices of Allegheny finance will relocate to the seventh floor. A wrought iron tower will be erected at the Penn and Ninth corner, to be finished in about four weeks.
Laborers of the Central Traction Company began tearing down the Welsh church on Wylie avenue to clear space for a new power house. Architect Joseph Stillbury designs the Romanesque cross shaped building to be built of stone and pressed brick with fronts on Wylie avenue and Tunnel street.
Clark Bros coal dealers with a north end Sixth street bridge float were arrested at 10 30 for disorderly conduct after a dispute with Special Officer Rhall of the Pittsburg and Western Railroad He alleges the dog attacked him and the Clarks threatened to assault him and one brother drew a knife.
The Monongahela Inclined Plane Company directors met yesterday afternoon to elect a new president to replace the late Major Harper and Mr James M Berry, manager of the igo mills, was chosen.
Carl Kuntz was killed at the St. Clair Incline power house when his arm was entrapped by machinery. He was a widower and leaves one child.
A dark bay horse and top buggy were stolen from the Hotel Federal in Allegheny around 7 40 last night. Police were alerted and officers dispatched to locate the thieves.
An engine on the tracks of Spang Chalfant and Co s mill ran over Mrs Thomas Darsh yesterday in Sharpaburg and she was fatally injured.
The Supreme Court today held Allen v Myers in contempt but deemed the $200 fine and 90 day county jail sentence excessive and remanded the case for further proceedings before Judge Pugh.
James H. Armen & Co. offers late novelties in men's neck wear and markets Marp of the Mist perfume as the most popular fragrance. Available for sale by druggists.
A mixed thrift of items from William E Beri at the Hotel Duquesne to a belt of local misadventures. Reports mention a horse death from lockjaw, a brakeman injury with leg amputation, and a derailed laborer’s injuries. Community notes cover church attendance, temperance meetings, and minor legal troubles in Pittsburgh area.
A pamphlet extols Duffy’s Malt Whiskey as a pure tonic and medicine. Bellevue resident Ansin Flint cites its use for invalids and a priest endorses it for health, praising its freedom from adulteration and broad applicability.
An ad promoting dependable office and shop clothing with guaranteed true goods and manufacturer prices. It invites comparison, promises quality, and assures customers they can shop with confidence regardless of their role.
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