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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1892
Page
11
Baseball notes report on Chapman's Colonels defeating the Colts and Cleveland, with trade rumors and player value debates. Mention New York’s new baseman and ongoing club changes, plus opinions on managing and disciplinary actions amid winter plans.
Two games today feature Bobby Cargo in short range action after Shugart’s season suspension. Manager Buckenburger II confirms Cargo’s trial aims for East End Gyms then State League play, while Glasscock may miss the trip. Von der Ahe keeps salary and disputes private as teams battle cold weather and a two game slate with 1:30 and 3:30 starts.
About 100 people gathered as Chevrasp peers endured five innings of cold to witness Captain Comis request relief. Cleveland controlled the game from start to finish as the home side moved with authority. Score: not specified.
Louseville won the game in the sixth after two outs and two bases on balls, two errors and three base hits. Merritt caught well and Parrott and Stratton provided key batting. Attendance was cold. umpire was Dtequade. Final: Louisville 1 Chicago 0.
Brooklyn tops New York 9 to 6 as misplays plague the visitors. Burke and Dovis err for New York while Lyons makes a running catch and Fouts, Doyle, Tiernan and King homer. Attendance 616 with a lively hitting display from both sides.
Wasurxoron October 5 no game played as Baltimore failed to arrive on time. The forfeit awarded to the Washingtons with a 9 to score.
St Louis visits Pittsburg for two games while Louisville travels to Chicago and Cincinnati plays Cleveland. Brooklyn plays New York and Philadelphia meets Boston with Gallunom at Washington.
President Robison telegraphs from New York City that if Cleveland wins the second series the final championship with Beton will be played in three cities. The dates listed are October 17 in Cleveland October 21 in Boston and the remainder in New York City with the pennant to the club that wins five out of nine games.
Charley Johnston, John L. Sullivan’s backer, rejects foul play theories about the championship fight. He says Sullivan fought fairly, better than ever, and questions John’s suggestion of drugging while noting Sullivan’s endurance. He doubts Sullivan should discuss another match and urges dropping the idea.
Parson Davies with Joe Choynski at Navesink Highlands says Jackson will wait until Corbett is ready for a title clash. He praises Corbett’s fairness, notes Jackson does not chase matches, and believes a big Coney Island crowd will witness a match by October 26.
New York riders discuss potential prize money and the risk of expulsion by the League of American Wheelmen. The issue could reveal true amateur standings and clarify who remains within amateur ranks, following views from top riders in the region.
Six players in Sterritt building contest six games each for six prizes. After two series Benney and Harrison lead tied with two wins each. Otterson and Wiseman lag, Lamb and Renney close behind. Second series results show Barr eight wins, Otterson two wins, Renney two wins, Lamb none, Harrison two wins, Wiseman none.
The Pittsboro Amateur Swimming Association will meet at the Natatorium this evening with a $39 admission. It aims to admit charter members, expects a large turnout, and will elect officers as Friday night may become the club's swimming night with members using the bath.
New Onteaks Oct. They are still making inquiries regarding the 6100 voted away by Olympia Club officials. An executive meeting of stock holders was held last night but little was accomplished. Another effort will be made Thursday night to investigate the matter further. W D Secre tary and Jules January had a fight yesterday. Ross won. Officers say they will sue January.
The match at Gsioan Town is halted due to hard and dangerous conditions of the wicket. At day's end, the result will be declared with each side holding one victory.
The text lists 201 Smithfield Street corner Fourth Avenue Capital crs Surplus 75000 Deposits of 1 and aprack with 4 percent interest The entry mentions Winter underwear lines Fremswar Co Market street LADIES benefitted by Angostura Bitters and Cain's cork sole claims Perfect action health and various items for sale or promotion
The opening day of the Lexington Trotting Meeting at Morris Park featured a chilly, charged crowd and a stunning upset as Great Hopes defeated Canvas in the third race. Taral rode Rival to victory in the first race while Michael led a Western-backed upset in the second, and Propriety prevailed in a photo finish over Bocha B in the last.
Lexington opening day sees 54 entries across three trots with 92 starters despite cold wind. Notable drivers Budd Doble and George Starr attend as Ollie Wilkes races and Belle Archer collides with Ollie Wilkes. no serious injuries reported. Pneumatic sulkies dominate as bankers in convention observe the races.
Attendance at the State Breeders Association events reached about 3000 due to bad weather. Results include 2:28 class stallion trot Grogjean owned by Morninguite Farm. county trotter pace won by Roxana entry Parkwood. six breeders trot won by Reel from Morningside Farm with Lord BecGregor second. breeders pace four entries with Kilnithe as strong favorite and Fell Sunnyside in the field.
The Salem Exposition Society opens its third annual fair and race meeting in Eastern Ohio with pool selling breaking local norms. Pittsburg bookmakers rush money as events begin while the Law and Order League does not intervene. The year old trot is won by Pilot Boy in 2 53 and Sleepy Jim takes the three minute trot in straight heats 244.
The Lexineter sale in Kentucky draws breeders from across the Union. The first consignments include the estate of the late Colonel I. Strader and Frank Rockefeller of Clavelana. The Electioneer stallion Cla 235 opens bidding as John E Madden of the city drives the price toward $14,075 before Le Compte from Paris is shown.
Cmrcano Oct 5 muster in chancery bar today declined to recommend an injunction in the suit brought by the Garfield Club to restrain the city from interfering with racing.
New York buyers and spectators gathered as Tastersall’s cold morning sales opened with the horse Tastersall’s offering Harry Wilkes fetching eight hundred dollars amid brisk bidding and interest from local and visiting patrons.
The Sire Bros trotting stable sold several well bred animals. Rosalind Wilkes bay mare by Harry Wilkes and dam Cigarette, ten years old, went to John H. Shults ofrkville for 4510. Vanita roan mare 2 20 by sold were Habal ding. D Burk of Morisannia bought for 500. Aaph sevenom ough to vy New York for 1000 Me.
About 3,000 spectators watched a chilly damp afternoon at Churchill Downs where all horses in the regular third and fourth races were scratched and an extra race added. Favorites won only two races, while bookmakers led by most money, except Boardman & Co. The track was heavy with dust as October wind blew, and extended plans noted for five more days.
Louisville pools for Morris Park races include multiple three-quarter and one mile events with horses such as Gascon Major Daly Nero Lakeview Lyceum Caesayenko Rosa H Correction Steve Enten Lis St Felix Belle D. etc. Wagers show mixed prices and numerous entries across four races with odds and weights noted.
Weather was cold and the moes continued as horse race results were reported. Trot times ranged around 2 20 with Princess Royal and Georgie Lee among the top finishers ahead of Eva Clay and Kis others.
In the yearling trotting race today at Vancouver Washington Hila T a filly from Alberta out of a coast mare won the first heat in 2 34 and repeated in 2 37. It is claimed this is the fastest heat and fastest yearling trotting time ever recorded.
Immense crowds at the Exposition praise Miss Alice Raymond as a major draw. Brooks and his band maintain high standards while Manager Johnson notes strong receipts could lead to a new annex costing up to 100000. Two hundred colored orphans were entertained yesterday with more planned today. New surprises and refined programs promise ongoing appeal.
Reizenstein on Federal Street showcases an 1800s style exhibit with small wares and large pieces. Highlights include a wide range of caskets, mirrors with china frames, Sevres and Dresden tableware, beer steins with metal covers, Dresden bric a brac furniture, two dinner services by Bedon and Haviland, vases, lamps, and a folding washstand never before shown in Pittsburgh. Visitors are invited to listen to music while touring.
The Heinz Company showcases its self-sufficient production and a wide range of mirrors, framed pieces, and bevelled glass at the exposition. Conroy, Prugh & Co. display at 41 to 47 Western Avenue Allegheny, while J Weldin & Co presents fashionable stationery and printing processes to visitors.
Greensburg footballers prepare to meet the East End Gyms at East End Gym Park on Saturday afternoon. Coach H. L. Welty lists Cosbey Copeland Jamison Mish Coulter Brotherland Charles Jamison Darcing Bovard Fartwanler Howian and Donalle Cribbs Boyne as starters with a strong rushing game noted. The East End lineup mirrors last week as Captain Aulanys leads a fitter, stronger squad for a lively park scene.
In Chicago on Oct 5 patrons discuss forming a football league to replace baseball in public favor. The schemes are said to be backed financially by wealthy Universi Club members whose football interest dates to college days.
Yale's football squad opened the season with a 6 point victory over Wesleyan after using every available man. The late surge came within three minutes of time in the second half as Yale secured the win. Williams College defeated the Laureates again on their own grounds, continuing their win streak.
The article praises a display by Taylor and Dean on the north side as a success. A warehouse display at 203 Markers Street is described as more wonderful with staircases doors and windows, fancings, stable fixtures, bank and jail work and Sleiving Dro escapes noted as great inventions of the age.
Miscelaneous items report Princeton football 1 0 Le highs historic scorelines while U of P dominates Maverford 66 0 Harvard defeats Exeter 62 0. Other notes cover show business prospects, horse racing results, and club activities with details on jockeys owners and governance.
A national fire record lists multiple blazes including Nixon Paper Mills Richmond Ind with stock and building losses near 100000, Lake Erie Provision Co Cleveland Ohio about 35000, a Boston Street fire at St Lynch’s inn house around 400, Johnstown Ohio incendiary fire destroying nine stores and a dwelling at 20000, Opera House block Paragould Ark with breadcrumbs near 40000, Carey alley blaze at 2619 South Avenue Southtale caused by flue, and a former monastery Tracadle N Y burning except mills and warna with 60000 loss. The Franklin County Poor Farm barn fire destroyed crops and contents worth about 87000 with 3000 insurance.
Farmers' Deposit National Bank promotes safety for valuables with secure vaults. Boxes are rented starting at $4 per year, providing protection for bonds papers and other items in a trusted local banking facility.
Pennsylvania Railroad announces round trip excursion tickets to New York for the Columbian Celebration. Round trip fare from Pittsburgh and New York is $14 with a stopover allowed in Philadelphia. Tickets valid October 9 to 12 for travel and valid to return until October 16.
Tecks and four in hand scarfs advertised at Gries shop 92 M and 06 Federal street Allegheny offering low prices for unique fashions not found elsewhere.
River traffic updates note a falling stage with 1 foot 9 inches on the fale and 4 feet 1 inch below, clear cool weather and good business. The Carrie Hope arrived and departed for Leavenworth. departures include Alheinvst Bonanza Carrollton big Kanawha Evansville and 7. W. Hart.
Upper gauges report varied river levels with entries for Alleghany Junction and other stations. Notable figures include River 1 foot 2 inches and 4 feet 11 inches, with most locations indicating cloudy and cool conditions and temperatures around 4 PM.
The bulletin notes clear and cold conditions with a low of inches to four feet of snow in nearby regions, including furkersborg and Cincinnati hover, indicating a frigid start with steady readings at the reef woods and CiNciInNATI areas.
The schooners and towboats were active on the river with vessels like the Roberts and Robert Jenkins noted for towing empties. Water at Davis Island dam stood at two feet one inch while the Tide and Home steamer Times underwent repairs. A number of seamen including Captain Cox and W. W. O’Neil are mentioned in movements and shore visits, with river traffic continuing amid repairs and reorganization.
A crowded list of travelers and locals staying or passing through area hotels. John Torrence of Gamble, the oldest Allegheny County postmaster, visited Postmaster McKean to speed delivery. Other names include cashiers, bank executives, railroad officials, coke manufacturers, and lawyers lodging at the Monongahela and Central hotels.
A list of guests and companions from Pittsburgh arriving in New York includes J. S. Brown Miss Chalfant T. M. Cook W. T. Edwards J. M. Lockhart F. A. McCune J. B. McCune L. W. Schmetz J. Walton at Fifth Avenue and many others at Grand Hotel St Denis and later venues.
Cononno McDewete rests in bed on Webster Avenue with a severe cold. Hanny Kio, 1 year old son of Officer Hugh King, East End, died from burns sustained Tuesday afternoon. Allegheny Public Works Committee met with routine business. no actions taken. Duquesne Orchestra presented Emil Haverkorn with a standing hat at his wedding. Thomas McApoort of Braddock, 15, in Mercy Hospital with a gunshot wound to the right thigh. Mayor Kennedy and City Attorney Elphinstone plan to place street and water improvements on the ballot at the upcoming election.
Local retail listing notes cork sole shoes available at Cain's, located at 503 Market Street. The short item highlights a specific footwear style and store address for shoppers.
Es present a value driven pitch for fall outfits at Jacksons. Emphasizes wear lasting apparel with a one year guarantee and repair service to cut clothing costs. Highlights suits at 10 12 and 15 dollars and appealing fall overcoats to inspect in person.
Visitors to Pittsburg are invited to join an exposition tour aboard a local tour store. A major sale highlights a $70 men’s overcoat and other attire from P. O. Cc U Clothiers at the corner of Grans and Diamond.
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